FlowSonic® Aviation Fuel Flow Meter
The FlowSonic® Aviation High Flow Fuel Meter harnesses patented ‘Time of Flight’ ultrasonic flow measurement technology to measure high-volume jet engine fuel. Designed for superior accuracies of 0.25%, this flow meter is an ideal tool for efficiency-focussed R&D and emissions testing. Featuring remote electronics, FlowSonic® Aviation High Flow Fuel Meter is high temperature capable.
4 - 450 l/min
Flow Range
500 Hz
Measurement Rate
± 0.15% of reading
Repeatability
-53°C to +143°C
Temperature Range
Reliability
No moving parts
0 - 200barG
Operational fluid pressure
CAN, TTL pulse, analog
Output Formats
± 0.5°C
Accuracy
The next generation in aviation fuel flow metering: the FlowSonic® Aviation Fuel Flow Meter demonstrates the unparalleled advantages to ultrasonic technology to safely improve fuel consumption for airframe and jet engine manufacturers.
A better way to measure Aviation Fuel Flow
The FlowSonic® Aviation Fuel Flow Meter is a development product that leverages Sentronics’ unique patented technology to improve flight safety, develop sustainable fuel strategies, and help to work towards a more sustainable future for the aviation market.
By measuring the flow of fuel between wings around a commercial aeroplane allows engineers and pilots to divert fuel from leaks mid-flight to preserve fuel.
Solid-State Technology
With no moving parts, the FlowSonic® Aviation Fuel Flow Meter doesn’t suffer from blockages in fuel lines, obstructions or bearing wear which is vital for aircraft, Current fuel consumption in the aerospace industry is often measured with turbines, metering valves or other mechanical methods with may be impacted by mechanical wear and therefore accuracy drift.
Robust Titanium Alloy Construction
The FlowSonic® Aviation Fuel Flow Meter is engineered to perform during the harsh environmental conditions that aeroplanes endure and is compatible with a variety of high temperature jet fuel, including Jet-A. With semi-remote electronics for convenient placement in cooler locations, the fuel flow meter is built to last and is capable of operating across a temperature range of -53°C to +143°C. The aviation fuel flow meter is calibrated across the wide temperature range specifically in the intended fuel choice.
Advanced Output Accuracy
Offering a precise fuel measurement with 0.5% flow accuracy across a wide flow range of 4-450 l/min, the AvioFlow features a 100:1 turndown ratio and is an ideal tool for efficiency-focussed R&D and emissions testing. Its versatile output options, including CAN, TTL pulse, and analog formats, ensure seamless system integration. The flow meter’s rapid response to dynamic flows and highly accurate, repeatable measurements provide reliable fuel monitoring in demanding aviation applications.
Product Specification
Measurement Performance
Measurement rate
500 Hz
Repeatability
± 0.15% of reading
Uncertainty*
± 0.5% of reading
Operating flow range
0 - 450 l/min
Calibrated measurement range
4 - 441 l/min
Fluid Temperature Measurement
Accuracy
± 0.5°C
* Calculated according to ISO/TR using root-sum square method yielding 95% confidence
Flow Outputs and Functions
Calibrated volumetric flow rate (ml/min)
Jet A1
Calibrated cumulative volumetric flow (ml)
Avgas
Calibrated mass flow rate (g/min)
MILPRF 7024 [calibration liquid]
Calibrated cumulative mass flow (g)
Jet B
Max/min logging
Jet TS-1
Elapsed time counter (power on, ETI)
Run-time (flow time, RTI)
Speed of sound (m/s)
Diagnostics via CAN
Environmental
Operational temperature
-53°C to +143°C
Operational fluid pressure
0 - 200barG
IP Rating
IP69K
Mechanical
Dry weight
895 g
O-ring seal elastomer
FPM fluorocarbon
Wetted materials
FPM, Titanium, PEEK
Electrical
Voltage
8V to 30V DC
Current
< 200mA @ 12VDC
Voltage protection
Over-voltage 45V DC, reverse polarity -45V DC
Primary sensor connector
GLENAIR RECEPTACLE -803-003-02Z17-10-PN
Primary mating harness connector
GLENAIR RECEPTACLE 803-003-02Z16-4PN
Secondary/Display connector
GLENAIR RECEPTACLE 803-003-02Z16-4PN
CAN Communications
Design standard
ISO 11898-2 (high-speed applications)
Message format
2.0A (11-bit identifier)
Baud rate
1 Mbaud/s
CAN termination resistor
No
Message/Channel description
Please contact us for the .dbc
Primary Mating Harness Connector Pin-outs
GLENAIR RECEPTACLE -803-003-02Z17-10-PN
Pin 1
V+ Supply (8-30V)
Pin 2
CAN Hi
Pin 3
CAN Lo
Pin 4
TTL Pulse Output
Pin 5
Analog Output
Pin 6
Comms A
Pin 7
Comms B
Pin 8
CAN Select
Pin 9
GnD
Pin 10
No Connect (NC)
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