TKW Series In-Line Paddle Wheel Flow Meter
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The TKW In-Line Paddle Wheel Flow Meter, engineered by Icon Process Controls, is a state-of-the-art flow measurement solution designed for demanding industrial applications, including electroplating. This TKW In-Line Paddle Wheel Flow Meter leverages advanced fluid-dynamic principles to deliver ±0.5% accuracy, making it ideal for processes requiring precision, such as chemical dosing in electroplating baths. Constructed with corrosion-resistant materials like PVDF, it ensures long-term reliability in aggressive environments, backed by a lifetime warranty on the paddle wheel assembly.
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Manufacturer: Icon Process Controls Ltd.
Product Type: In-Line Paddle Wheel Flow Meter Sensor
Applications: Electroplating, chemical processing, water treatment, HVAC systems, industrial automation
Flow Range: 0.3 to 30 m/s, suitable for low to high-flow electroplating applications.
Pipe Size: ½” to 4″, accommodating various system configurations.
Operating Temperature: -10°C to 80°C, ensuring performance in heated electroplating baths.
Pressure Rating: Up to 150 psi, compatible with industrial pressure requirements.
Output Options: Pulse, 4-20mA, or voltage, supporting real-time monitoring in process control systems.
Power Supply: 12-24V DC, with optional battery-operated models for remote installations.
Wetted Materials: PVDF, Tefzel®, zirconium ceramic, ensuring chemical compatibility with electroplating solutions like sulfuric acid or cyanide-based electrolytes.
| Size | End Connections | Part Number |
|---|---|---|
| ½” | Sch 80 Soc | TKW-15-P |
| ¾” | Sch 80 Soc | TKW-20-P |
| 1″ | Sch 80 Soc | TKW-25-P |
| 1 ¼” | Sch 80 Soc | TKW-40-P |
| 2″ | Sch 80 Soc | TKW-50-P |
| 3″ | Flanged | TKW-80-P |
| 4″ | Flanged | TKW-100-P |
| Size | End Connections | Part Number |
|---|---|---|
| ½” | NPT | TKW-15-PP |
| ¾” | NPT | TKW-20-PP |
| 1″ | NPT | TKW-25-PP |
| 1 ¼” | NPT | TKW-40-PP |
| 2″ | NPT | TKW-50-PP |
| 3″ | Flanged | TKW-80-PP |
| 4″ | Flanged | TKW-100-PP |
| Size | End Connections | Part Number |
|---|---|---|
| ½” | NPT | TKW-15-PF |
| ¾” | NPT | TKW-20-PF |
| 1″ | NPT | TKW-25-PF |
| 1 ¼” | NPT | TKW-40-PF |
| 2″ | NPT | TKW-50-PF |
Note: PVC Socket Ends (Std) — PP/PVDF NPT Ends (Std)
Add 1st Suffix (End Connection):
-T = NPT End Connections (on PVC)
-B = Butt Fused End Connections for PP or PVDF
-F = Flange ANSI 150lb – Consult Factory
Add 2nd Suffix (Seals):
(No suffix = FKM)
-E = EPDM Seals
-K = FFKM | Kalrez® Seals
Add 3rd Suffix (Optional Output):
-A = 4–20mA Output
-V = 0–5V Output
-PA = 4–20mA + Pulse Output
Electroplating: The TKW In-Line Paddle Wheel Flow Meter ensures precise flow control of plating solutions, optimizing deposition rates and uniformity in processes like nickel or zinc electroplating.
Chemical Processing: Monitors flow in corrosive chemical dosing systems with high accuracy.
Water Treatment: Tracks water flow in filtration systems, ensuring efficient operation.
HVAC Systems: Measures coolant flow in heating and cooling loops.
Industrial Automation: Integrates with PLCs for real-time flow data in automated processes.