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Multi-hole Orifice Plate

Description

Multi-hole orifice plates are a type of orifice plate similar to square-edged, eccentric, or segmental orifice plates. The main difference is that they feature four holes arranged radially around the center of the plate.

The FLC-MP model requires only 2 pipe diameters of upstream straight pipe and 2 pipe diameters of downstream straight pipe.

This configuration allows multi-hole orifice plates to provide a more balanced and uniform flow profile.

As a result, measurement accuracy is improved while flow disturbances are minimized, delivering high performance even with short upstream and downstream pipe sections.

A Simple and Cost-Effective Solution

Thanks to their flow-conditioning effect and ease of installation, FLC-MP multi-hole orifice plates offer economical and flexible solutions for a wide range of applications.

Multi-hole Orifice Plate

Beyond International Standards

Multi-hole orifice plates are designed and manufactured in accordance with WIKA standards, based on the requirements of ISO 5167, AGA Report No. 3, and ASME MFC-3M.

In addition, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations and analyses have been utilized. The results of these analyses demonstrate that the deviation in the discharge coefficient does not exceed 2% compared to standard solutions.

Optimized to Meet Customer Requirements

Our multi-hole orifice plates are suitable for liquid, gas, and steam flow measurement and are optimized according to customer requirements.

They provide an excellent fit for the specific requirements of each application.

The hole diameters are calculated to generate the specified differential pressure at full-scale flow.

Applications

  • Power Generation

  • Oil Production and Refining

  • Water Treatment and Distribution

  • Gas Processing and Transmission

  • Chemical and Petrochemical Industries

Special Features

  • Suitable for installations with short straight pipe sections

  • Suitable for liquid, gas, and steam flow measurement

  • Compact version available

  • Accuracy: 1% to 2% (depending on beta ratio and Reynolds number)

  • Repeatability: 0.1% (of flow rate)

Technical Specifications

Flow Principle (CFD Analysis)

The flow profile optimized through Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis illustrates the symmetrical velocity distribution created by the holes in the plate along the direction of flow.

This design provides lower turbulence and more stable measurement compared to standard orifice plates.

Basic Information

Feature

Value / Standard

Surface Finish Standards

API 6A, ASME B16.36, ASME B16.47 Form A, ASME B16.47 Form B, BS 1560, EN 1092-1
Other standards are available upon request.

Pressure tappings

Flange / Corner

Nominal size (DN)

2" … 24" (daha büyük ölçüler talep üzerine)

Nominal Pressure Rating

150 … 10.000 psi (10 … 769 bar)

Beta Ratio (β)

0,2 … 0,65

Accuracy

%1 … %2 (Depending on the beta ratio and Reynolds number.)

Repeatability

%0,1 (Flow Rate)

Maximum Operating Pressure and Temperature

Limited only by the material and flange pressure rating.

Structural Characteristics

Feature

Value / Description

Materials

Stainless steel (SS 316) – standardSuperior material alternatives available upon request

Mounting Type

RF (Raised Face) or RTJ (Ring Type Joint) flanges

Minimum Straight Pipe Length

2 × D (upstream)2 × D (downstream)

Available Gasket Types

Raised Face (RF) – 125 … 250 AARH or 250 … 500 AARHRing Joint Gasket – Octagonal or Oval

Dimensions (mm / inches)

Dimensions of Multi-Hole Orifice Plates for Raised Face (RF) Flanges

Nominal Diameter (inches)

Plate Thickness (mm)

2" … 6"

3 mm [0.12 in]

8" … 14"

6 mm [0.24 in]

16" … 24"

10 mm [0.39 in]

Other plate thicknesses can be manufactured upon request.

Sealing Surface for Raised Face (RF) Flanges

Ring Joint Gasket (RTJ)


Ring Joint Gasket (RTJ)



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