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Oval Gear Flow Meter

The oval gear flow meter is a typical positive displacement flow meter used to measure the flow rate of liquids filling a pipeline under certain press...

Key Features

High measurement accuracy, up to 0.5%-0.2%
Housing and rotors available in cast iron, cast steel, stainless steel
Excellent measurement capability for high-viscosity media, optional mechanical or remote transmission
Simple structure, high accuracy, reliable operation

Performance Metrics

Product Standard JJG667-2010 'Liquid Positive Displacement Flow Meters'
Explosion-proof Rating Exdb II CT6 Gb; Extb III CT85℃ Db
Applicable Media High and low viscosity liquids such as crude oil, diesel, gasoline
Installation Method Flange connection

Key Features

High measurement accuracy, up to 0.5%-0.2%
Housing and rotors available in cast iron, cast steel, stainless steel
Excellent measurement capability for high-viscosity media, optional mechanical or remote transmission
Simple structure, high accuracy, reliable operation
Wide flow range, suitable for various liquids
Easy installation, no special requirements for pipeline flow field
Widely used in petroleum, chemical, food, and other industries

Oval Gear Flow Meter: High-Precision Positive Displacement Liquid Measurement

The Oval Gear Flow Meter is a light-duty positive displacement flow instrument designed for precise liquid flow control across various industrial applications. It is ideal for measuring a wide range of liquids including crude oil, diesel, and gasoline, offering significant advantages such as a wide measurement range, high accuracy, and ease of use and maintenance.

Oval Gear Flow Meter with pointer and counter display

Working Principle of the Oval Gear Flow Meter

The measurement process begins when fluid enters the flow meter. The pressure difference between the inlet and outlet drives a pair of oval gears to rotate.

As they turn, the fixed crescent-shaped volume between the gears and the housing is sequentially filled and emptied. Each complete rotation discharges a precise, fixed volume of fluid, enabling highly accurate volumetric flow measurement.

Key Features and Advantages

High Accuracy & Reliability

Delivers exceptional measurement accuracy up to 0.5%-0.2%, with a simple, robust design for reliable, long-term operation.

Versatile Material & Media Options

Housing and rotors are available in cast iron, cast steel, or stainless steel, providing excellent measurement capability even for high-viscosity media.

Easy Installation & Use

Features simple installation with no special pipeline flow field requirements. Options include local mechanical display or remote transmission.

Oval Gear Flow Meter installation in an industrial pipeline system

Wide Industrial Application of Oval Gear Meters

By selecting appropriate manufacturing materials, this oval gear flow meter can meet diverse liquid flow measurement needs. Its wide flow range makes it suitable for various liquids.

It is widely used across critical sectors including petroleum, chemical, pharmaceutical, food, metallurgy, electric power, and transportation for effective liquid flow control.

Technical Specifications & Standards

Parameter Specification / Detail
Measurement Principle Positive Displacement (Oval Gear)
Accuracy Class High accuracy, up to 0.5% - 0.2%
Primary Materials Cast Iron, Cast Steel, Stainless Steel (for housing and rotors)
Display & Output Pointer display, cumulative counter with digit wheels, reset device. Optional mechanical or remote transmission.
Compliance Standard JJG667-2010 "Liquid Positive Displacement Flow Meters" (People's Republic of China Professional Standard)
Explosion-Proof Rating (Remote Unit) Exdb II CT6 Gb; Extb III CT85℃ Db
Close-up view of Oval Gear Flow Meter internal mechanism Oval Gear Flow Meter in a chemical processing application Industrial Oval Gear Flow Meter for petroleum measurement

Robust design for reliable flow measurement in demanding environments.

Ideal for Liquid Flow Control and Measurement

This oval gear flow meter is an essential instrument for industries requiring dependable and precise liquid flow measurement. Its combination of a wide range, high accuracy, and simple maintenance makes it a cost-effective solution.

Whether for batching, process control, or transfer operations involving oils, fuels, or chemicals, the oval gear meter provides the reliability needed for effective industrial liquid flow management.

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Related Questions

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Why are oval gear flow meters ideal for high-viscosity fluids?
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<p>Oval gear meters are classic positive displacement devices: two oval gears driven by differential pressure rotate and displace a fixed volume per revolution. Accuracy correlates with lubricity and is only weakly affected by viscosity — <strong>higher viscosity means less slip and better accuracy</strong>, which makes them ideal for diesel, heavy fuel oil, crude oil and resins.</p><p>Typical accuracy ±0.2%R~±0.5%R; widely used for marine bunkering, depot loading and chemical batching.</p>
Oval gear flow meter stalled or not counting — how to troubleshoot?
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<p>Three common causes of rotor stalling:</p><p>1) <strong>Debris in measuring chamber</strong> (most frequent): check for a torn filter element, disassemble and clean the gear chamber, replace the filter; 2) <strong>Fluid solidification</strong>: HFO and resins solidify at low temperature and seize the gears — steam-trace to restore fluidity, then rotate by hand; 3) <strong>Gear wear</strong>: long-term service on low-lubricity fluids (e.g. gasoline) widens gear clearances — return the measuring insert for replacement.</p><p>Prevention: choose mesh size per viscosity, drain filters regularly, purge lines before long shutdowns.</p>
Roots (waist-wheel) vs oval gear flow meter — what is the difference and how to choose?
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<p>Both are positive displacement meters; the key differences are rotor design and operating characteristics:</p><p>1) <strong>Rotor structure</strong>: Roots rotors are two-lobe, non-meshing, driven by external timing gears — no tooth contact, minimal wear, ideal for long-term high accuracy; oval gears mesh directly and are simpler; 2) <strong>Rangeability</strong>: Roots meters offer wider turndown (typically 1:20+) and better low-flow performance; 3) <strong>Fluid fit</strong>: Roots versions exist for gas (fuel gas/biogas), while oval gears are mostly for liquids.</p><p>Selection: gas metering → Roots gas type; high-viscosity oils → both work, prefer Roots for long service life.</p>