flow control
Our specialist manufacturing processes allow us to produce micro precision flow discs to meet the stringent requirments demanded by industry to ensure reliable, consistent and accurate flow control.
the role of flow discs
In differential pressure flow control used more particularly in low-flow, high precision flow measurement, a calibrated flow restriction /bypass is inserted into the main flow to create a secondary control loop within the sensor design. Pressure in this loop is continually sensed and monitored with the output driven to a metering valve or control.
Deploying a fixed / calibrated differential pressure element (shim), made from a precision lithographic and etch process can dramatically improve valve flow valve production rates, reduce variability at the OEM build stage and seamlessly improve performance of your application and longevityof your equipment.
see also: the role of flow discs
types of flow meter:
A flow disc is a thin metal part with micro apertures to accurately control flow stream. It is widely used in flow meters and regulators that require high accuracy of dispensing control, such as:
- medical devices: these discs are critical in flow regulators for medical dispensing systems, ensuring precise control of medication delivery.
- industrial gas control: flow discs are used in flow meters and regulators to accurately measure and control gas flow in industrial processes.
- environmental monitoring: precision flow discs are employed in environmental monitoring equipment to control the flow of gases and liquids for accurate measurements.
Quality and accuracy of the aperture disc is of key importance in any flow regulating/measurement system since it determines the dispensing control of the whole system: A 5% variation of a hole diameter could result in a 10% variation of the flow quantity.
