ACCURON

High Performance Cartridge Meters

The Cartridge Meter is the first open channel flowmeter to utilize hybrid technology. The new technology combines a traceable U.S. Bureau of Reclamation flume/level system for low flow applications with the more accurate EPA proven transit-time chordal velocity method for high flow applications. This new hybrid technology system allows for precise and highly accurate flow measurement during extremely low flows, high flows, surcharges, reverse flows, stagnation and non-uniform hydraulic profiles.

Performance
Technology
Meter
Features / Benefits
Specifications

PERFORMANCE

Low Flow Accuracy: ±3-5%
High Flow Accuracy: ±2-3%
Turndown Ratio: 60:1

High Performance

UNDER ALL CONDITIONS

Eastech has developed a highly accurate open channel flow meter capable of ascertaining flow under all conditions. The Accuron Cartridge Meter comes with the assurance that each critical component will remain perfectly aligned during its installation plus operate free from the ongoing costs of repetitive maintenance.

Open Channel Flow Monitoring

UNDER ALL CONDITIONS

Low Flow

During periods of minimal flow (Zero to 1/3 pipe I.D.), measurements are achieved through a highly efficient combination of a trapezoidal flume and ultrasonic level sensor. (see detail at right >)

High Flow

During periods of maximum flow (1/3 to full pipe I.D.), measurements are achieved through proven area-velocity methods that combine an ultrasonic level sensor with transit-time velocity sensors.

Non-Uniform Flow

Dual Path Cartridge Meters provide for highly accurate measurement of average velocity under asymmetrical, surcharged, and backflow conditions.

Surcharge Flow

An optional non-contact Surcharge Monitor provides for continuous measurement of accurate flow data during intermittent periods of surcharged conditions.

Reverse Flow

Reverse flows, during abnormal or surcharge conditions, are measured by the bi-directional transit-time velocity sensors in combination with a single or dual level sensor.

Stagnation

In the event of a blockage or stoppage of flow, the velocity sensors will report a “zero flow” condition.

Why The Cartridge Meter.pdf

High Performance

LOW FLOW MEASUREMENT

Low Flow

A casual investigation of collection system flow studies conducted by municipalities, government agencies and private engineering groups will quickly confirm that in 95% of the cases, the average flow in a sanitary sewer is only 30% - 40% of the pipe diameter with nighttime flows hovering around 5% - 10% of pipe I.D. This fact alone provides indisputable proof of the current need for a highly accurate Flow Meter capable of measuring flows under extremely low conditions.

PIPE I.D.	FLOW

LOW FLOW CAPABILITY

The low flow capability of the trapezoidal flume/level sensor design was proven within Eastech’s in-house NIST traceable Flow Metrology Lab when technicians were able to accurately (±2-3%) ascertain flows of 3 GPM within an 8” I.D. pipe.

6 inch	2 gpm
8 inch	3 gpm
10 inch	2 gpm
12 inch	5 gpm
15 inch	12 gpm
18 inch	16 gpm

TECHNOLOGY

Accuron

HYBRID TECHNOLOGY

Eastech combines two highly accurate and proven technologies within a single dual range unit. Low flows are consistently measured by an extremely reliable stainless steel trapezoidal flume/Teflon® level sensor combination. Higher flows are accurately ascertained by combining the same Teflon level sensor with a pair of non-fouling transit-time velocity sensors.

DUAL RANGE FLOW CAPABILITY

LOW RANGE (Hydraulic Structure)
Accuracy ±3-5% Turndown 60:1

Below the Crossover Point (1/3 pipe), the volume of flow is measured by a trapezoidal flume and level sensor utilizing U.S. Bureau of Reclamation flume equations.

HIGH RANGE (Area-Velocity)
Accuracy ±1-2% Turndown 60:1

Above the Crossover Point (1/3 pipe), the volume of flow is measured by a pair of transit-time velocity sensors and level sensor utilizing proven area-velocity measurement methods.

METER

FACTORY PROGRAMMED FLOWMETERS

Pre-programmed at the factory for specific customer applications, the Accuron flowmeter is a highly advanced microprocessor-based ultrasonic flow transmitter for extremely precise measurement of flow in open channels.

DATA LOGGING
The Accuron has a built-in datalogger with eight distinct channels for logging flow and totals.
Daily Averages: Daily summary allows viewing of the previous eight days.
Logger Graph: In addition, a bar graph may be visually displayed on the Accuron.
Data Retrieval: Logger data can be collected by using a laptop computer or an optional modem installed within the Accuron enclosure.

QTrend

FLOW DATA GRAPHING PACKAGE

QTrend is an Excel Workbook Flow Data Graphing Package specifically designed to interface with every meter offered within the Eastech product line.

Q Trend Data Sheet.pdf

FEATURES / BENEFITS

OPERATING BENEFITS

NIST Flow Lab Traceability

Prior to field shipment, each Cartridge Meter is NIST traceable tested, calibrated and certified at Eastech's Flow Metrology Laboratory under the identical size and flow conditions specified for its ultimate application.

20 Minute
Installation

A stainless Cartridge, pre-sized for its specific application, arrives at the job site as a fully integrated unit. Every component is factory precision aligned, calibrated and programmed in strict accordance to customer supplied operating specifications.

Maintenance
Free

By utilizing “above the flow” ultrasonic level sensors and non-fouling velocity sensors, the Cartridge Meter remains free from the ongoing problems of sediment build-up, fouled sensors and accumulated debris.

Data Graphing
Package

Qtrend is an Excel Workbook Flow Data Graphing Package specifically designed to interface with every Cartridge Meter. It incorporates specific formulas capable of charting and displaying all of the data collected by the meter's onboard logger.

COST BENEFITS

Flume with Level Sensor vs Cartridge Meter

Fully Operational in 20 Minutes

Eastech guarantees accuracy and cost efficiency by providing the end user with a pre-engineered field ready system designed for "out of the box" installation. A single cartridge, pre-sized for its specific application, arrives at the job site as a fully integrated unit, requiring only 30 minutes for installation. Every component is factory precision aligned, calibrated and programmed in strict accordance to customer supplied operating specifications.

SPECIFICATIONS