Solutions

With our core patented technologies and vast experience in ultrasonic fluid measurement, we have the knowledge to measure a variety of liquids for transportation, dispensing and test applications. Our technology is adaptable to solve specific flow challenges.

Benefits of working with us

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Experts in ultrasonic flow metering

With a team of ultrasonic flow meter experts, we have developed innovative use of digital processing techniques and manufacturing knowledge to measure fluid flow with exceptional accuracy. Our technology is capable of handling all types of fluid across a wide range of extreme operating conditions.

Proven success

We are a trusted supplier to F1® for the last 10 years, and also supplied to IMSA® and INDYCAR® for the last 8 years. With over 250 customers globally, we successfully deliver fluid measurement solutions reliably and accurately.

Rapid development

We are equipped with skills and tools to accelerate your product development: from initial concept to a working prototype, and through to scalable production. Our core technology blocks can quickly be applied to tackle your measurement challenges. With our background in motorsport, we can handle rapid turnarounds.

Technology partner

Our engineering team is on hand to help push fluid and gas flow meter innovation forward. We can partner with you as your agile research team to help breakthrough technology barriers and grow your range of flow meter products. From initial brief to custom design, we are experienced in scaling prototypes up to larger volume mass production through licensing of our technology.

Technology Features

Patented technology

Our team of experts develop the latest innovations in ultrasonic flow monitoring. Sentronics has unique patents covering anti-aliasing techniques and time of flight measurement methods.

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Extreme accuracy in harsh environments

Our ultrasonic measurement products comply with stated accuracy levels across a multitude of temperature and environmental conditions.

Superior turndown ratio

1000:1 turndown ratio achievable whilst offering a wide dynamic range. We enable 1 product to cover large operational flow ranges.

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Small and lightweight

Suitable for on vehicle installations, our technology makes the jump from test bench to real world testing and validation applications simple.

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Solid-state design

With no moving parts within the flow path, our technology prevents obstructions and blockages from occurring which could result in engine failure.

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Connection versatility

Our technology is equipped to deliver multiple outputs for easy integration into vehicle systems, including analog, TTL, CAN bus and Modbus interface.

Product Benefits

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Accuracy in demanding vibration environments

Our ultrasonic measurement products are solid-state and designed to perform reliably in high shock and acceleration applications.

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Compact and portable design

Our range of ultrasonic products are compact and ideal for on vehicle installation for PEMS testing and validation.

Consistent long-term reliability

With no moving parts or bearings to wear out, our products maintain accuracy year on year without accuracy drift.

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Minimal pressure loss

Our flow meter technology is designed ensure seamless integration without disrupting integral vehicle fuel systems.

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No start-up inertia

Our ultrasonic flow meters are capable of measuring from zero flow, ensuring that all fluid is measured.

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Integrated diagnostics

Measurement of fluid temperature, speed of sound of liquid, and signal attenuation for aeration detection.

Industry Expertise

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Fuel flow measurement

With over 100 years of combined ultrasonic fuel flow measurement on a multitude of engine platforms, from a tuk-tuk engine to jet engines, our team has the expertise to solve your measurement challenge. But, we don't just measure fuel. Our team are equipped to measure a range of other fluids including coolant flow monitoring, and silicone oils through to glycol blends.

Test bench validation

As metrology experts, our testing and calibration is certified to ISO 17025 standards. These laboratory traceable calibration results ensure superior accuracy.

Automotive WLTP and RDE Testing

We know the challenges of accurate emissions testing to capture data reflective of how vehicles are used day-to-day. Our fluid flow sensors are compact and lightweight making them ideal for measuring vehicle emissions in both controlled laboratory settings and real-world driving conditions.

Motorsport regulatory control

Our teams are knowledgeable on best practices for fuel flow sensing for motorsport regulatory control. With experience in over 9 global race series, our products are the preferred choice for compliance of fuel usage to uphold sporting regulations and for Balance of Performance (BoP) to ensure a level playing field in competitive motorsport.

Case Studies

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Motorsport

IMSA pairs two Sentronics Ultrasonic Flow Measurement Devices for greater Balance of Performance Control

IMSA pairs two Sentronics ultrasonic flow measurement devices for greater Balance of Performance control.

Automotive

Loughborough University Advanced Fuel Consumption Measurement Technology Enables Pioneering Engine Research

Sentronics’ FlowSonic fuel flow meter provides critical data to Loughborough University's Automotive Engineering Research team, enabling a better understanding of vehicle engine dynamics, fuel economy and emissions.

Automotive

How HORIBA UK leveraged Sentronics’ FlowSonic® LF for enhanced PEMS testing

HORIBA UK, an automotive validation technology manufacturer, turned to Sentronics to deliver a portable fuel flow meter to complement their Portable Emissions Measurement Systems (PEMS) testing product

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