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We offer a complete range of Flow Meters

Here at PCT we can offer you our complete range of flow meters that are all in one place. Our products range from calorimetric meters to vortex meters, which shows that we are willing to provide a product for whatever flow meter need you may have. For example, our rotameters can be used for a variety of pipe sizes, ranging from ¼” to 2”, and the gas meters that we have available range from 0.04m3/h up to a large flow rate of 160m3/h. We offer from a very basic flow meter for indication only to a mass flow meter which is fully pressure and temperature compensated.

We also have a miscellaneous section that will provide you with a range of flow meter accessories that would be needed. These include battery packs, cables and remote displays in order to make sure that you have a constantly working flow meter. At PCT we offer a product for use with most types of liquids and gasses, due to our extensive range of these meters.

What are flow meters used for?

These products are vital in determining the flow rate or the quantity of a gas or liquid that is moving through a pipe. Our extensive range allows for us to supply for most situations in which a flow meter is needed, as each of these scenarios has a different requirement. You’re sure to find the right product for your job by looking at our list below.

Many types of meters or accessories are available at PCT, which makes us confident that we can supply the customer with the best and most suitable product for you, even if this may not be an actual flow meter!

Coriolis (direct mass flow for liquids and gases)

What is it

Coriolis meters measure mass flow directly from the phase shift of vibrating tubes, independent of changing viscosity, density or composition.

When to use

Best choice when fluids change composition, when you need high accuracy at low flows, or when you also want density/temperature for batching or energy balance.

PCT examples

Alicat CODA Coriolis meters/controllers (high accuracy gas/liquid ranges, multiple industrial comms, compact form factors) and engineered assemblies combining a CODA + micro gear pump for precision liquid dosing.

Alicat CODA meters/controllers provide direct mass flow, density and temperature for liquids (and gases), with compact form factors and high accuracy options. We also integrate CODA + micro gear pump packages for precision dosing/batching.

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Differential pressure (laminar DP) — Alicat mass flow meters, controllers & liquid controllers

What is it

A laminar flow element and a differential pressure sensor compute volumetric flow; integrated pressure & temperature compensation outputs true mass flow in real time.

When to use

Fast response, wide turndown (up to 10,000:1), multivariate readouts (mass flow, volumetric flow, pressure, temperature) and no warm up. Ideal for labs, OEM skids and test rigs.

PCT examples

Alicat M/MC/MB/MW/MCV series for measurement, control, portable verification, low ΔP and vacuum applications.

Bench, skid and field ready meters with instant on, 10,000:1 turndown and multivariate outputs. Options for portable verification (MB), low ΔP (MW/Whisper) and vacuum with positive shut off (MCV).

MC series and derivatives deliver ≈30–100ms control with stable PID and rich comms (RS 232/485, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, Modbus, PROFIBUS/PROFINET). Intrinsically safe variants are available for hazardous areas.

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Calorific / thermodynamic (thermal mass) — for compressed air & gases

What is it

Thermal (calorimetric) sensors infer mass flow from heat transfer to the gas stream; excellent for compressed air consumption, leakage and energy studies.

When to use

Utility monitoring, cost allocation and audits, with inline or insertion installation and logging/comms options.

PCT examples

CS Instruments thermal flow meters/sensors and data loggers for plant air and technical gases.

Inline or insertion sensors for consumption, leak detection, FAD studies and cost allocation—plus loggers/displays and network comms for plant dashboards.

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Ultrasonic (transit time clamp on and inline)

What is it

Paired transducers measure the time difference between upstream/downstream ultrasound; no moving parts and no pressure loss.

When to use

Non intrusive metering on full pipes (cooling water, utilities, process liquids) and sites where shutdowns are costly.

PCT examples

Dynasonics TFX 5000 transit time meters (wall/panel mount) and portable/inline options; we routinely configure and service these with SoloCUE.

Dynasonics TFX 5000 clamp on and inline meters for permanent or portable deployment—ideal where no pipework cutting and zero pressure loss are required. PCT provides configuration support and SoloCUE setup.

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Rotameters (variable area glass/metal tube)

What is it

A float rises in a tapered tube; the float’s position indicates flow. Simple, robust and excellent for local indication.

When to use

Purge, coolant, by pass and panel indication; gas or liquid at moderate pressures/temperatures.

PCT examples

King Instrument Company rotameters across glass, polymer and metal tubes; wide range of floats/fittings and high pressure options.

King Instrument rotameters for local indication (gas/liquid), from low flow purge through higher pressure metal tube designs; optional transmitters/switches.

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Variable area piston (mechanical VA with magnetic coupling)

What is it

A spring loaded piston/throttling cone moves with flow; an external magnet couples to a dial for indication/switching.

When to use

Rugged oil/hydraulic indication and simple alarm/switching where line pressure is higher or fluids are not suited to glass tubes.

PCT examples

Lake Monitors mechanical VA meters with optional switches/outputs.

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Turbines (liquid)

What is it

A bladed rotor spins with flow velocity; electronics scale to volumetric rate and total.

When to use

Clean liquids (water, coolants, fuels, solvents) with low pressure drop and ±0.5% reading class accuracy.

PCT examples

LX liquid turbines in stainless steel with threaded, tri clamp and flanged builds; signal/4–20 mA kits available

LX stainless turbines with accessories (amplifiers, 4–20mA, scalers) and process connections to suit skids, cooling circuits and fuel systems.

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Vortex shedding

What is it

A bluff body generates vortices; a sensor counts shed frequency proportional to velocity.

When to use

Steam and clean utility gases/liquids at moderate to high temperatures/pressures when no moving parts and wide turndown are priorities.

PCT examples

We specify vortex meters on request for utilities and process lines where they’re the best technical/economic fit.

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Frequently asked questions

PCT offers a comprehensive range of flow meters including Coriolis, mass flow meters and controllers, ultrasonic, turbine, thermal mass, electromagnetic, variable area and rotameter technologies. Each type is suited to different fluids, flow ranges, and industrial applications.
Coriolis flow meters measure mass flow directly by utilising the Coriolis effect and detecting changes in vibration within the sensor’s tubes. They're ideal for high-accuracy applications, including chemical dosing, food & beverage, and pharmaceutical processes.
Mass flow meters (like Coriolis or thermal mass) measure the actual mass of fluid passing through, regardless of temperature or pressure. Volumetric flow meters (like turbine or variable area) measure volume, which can vary with changing conditions. Differential pressure mass flow meters measure the volumetric flow rate and then convert this to a mass flow reading.
Yes. Clamp-on ultrasonic flow meters offer non-intrusive measurement by attaching to the outside of the pipe. They’re perfect for temporary installations or situations where the fluid must remain untouched.
For very low flow rates, mass flow meters (like differential pressure and thermal) and Coriolis meters offer exceptional sensitivity. These are used in gas flow monitoring, laboratory dosing, and microfluidic systems.
Yes. PCT supplies flow meters with chemically resistant materials like PTFE, FFKM, stainless steel, and ceramics, making them suitable for acids, solvents, and other harsh fluids.
Absolutely. PCT offers specialised solutions for both. For example, mass flow meters are ideal for gas measurement, while electromagnetic and turbine meters work well for liquid flows. Coriolis meters and controllers and Rotameters can be used with both gases and liquids.
Our flow meters are used across industries such as analytical, water treatment, chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, semiconductors, Research and Development, and OEM machinery. We offer both inline and clamp-on solutions to match each sector’s needs.
Yes. Most of our flow meters support digital outputs (IOLINK, Modbus, RS485, Ethernet protocol (EIP, ECAT, PROFINET, MODTCPIP)) as well as traditional analogue outputs (0-5 VDC, 4–20mA, pulse). These can be easily integrated into SCADA, PLC, or remote monitoring systems.
Yes. Our expert team will help you choose the right flow meter based on fluid type, flow range, accuracy, pipe size, and installation requirements. We also support custom OEM configurations and product pairing with other instrumentation.

Help and advice

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