Description
All cold Turbine water meters conform to the AWWA C701 Cold Water Meters – Turbine Type, for Customer Service standard, latest revision, or as otherwise stated.
Lead Free Main Case – The Turbine Meter (TM) main casing is epoxy coated cast iron. Turbine Meters meet the changes to the Safe Drinking Water Act. The serial number is permanently marked on the drop-in along with the size, direction of flow and manufacturer (RG3).
Measuring Element – The measuring element consists of the measuring element insert, rotator, inlet straightening vanes and the calibration assembly. All of the spindles are stainless steel.
Test Plug – A test plug is incorporated to allow for field accuracy and pressure testing.
Construction -Turbine Meter construction consists of four basic components: main case, measuring element, register housing and permanently sealed register. The measuring element consists of a rotor, straightening vanes, accuracy regulator, spindles, gears and a drive coupling assembly. Rotor rotation is transmitted through magnetic coupling to the register gearing. The register housing is cast bronze for durability.
Maintenance – The Turbine Meter is designed to provide long-term service with minimal maintenance. When maintenance is required, the meter can remain in place and the measuring element with integral straightening vanes can be removed, repaired or replaced. Pre-tested and calibrated measuring elements are available for purchase and exchange.
Characteristics – Meets or exceeds latest revision of AWWA C701 dimensional standards. Rated at 120 ËšF.
Magnetic Drive – Direct magnetic drive registers use high strength magnets to provide positive, reliable and dependable register coupling.
