Reverse Flow Detection

Differential pressure instruments are a cost effective method of reverse flow detection.

Reverse flow condition can be detected with the use of a differential pressure instrument. When differential pressure is measured across a restriction in the flow line, we can measure flow rate. In applications where change in direction of flow is to be detected,  a center zero instrument can indicate flow direction as well as measure flow. If the fluid in the line is not flowing, the pointer will remain at zero position and will deflect in either direction depending on the direction of the flow. Additionally, a switch can be added to alarm for a reverse flow condition.

Mid-West Instrument offers a selection of differential pressure gauges to suit a variety of applications. Check out the list below to see which models we recommend for reverse flow detection. Need more guidance? Don’t hesitate to reach out. Mid-West Instruments team of experts is ready to help you find the best fit for your project.

Reverse Flow Detection

Recommended Models (Bi-Directional Gauges)

Model No. Differential Pressure Range Accuracy Working Pressure Electrical Available Specifications Installation/ Operation Manual Electrical IOM Drawing
Model 120 0-5 PSID to 0-110 PSID ±3/2/3% Up to 6,000 PSI CE / LVD, RoHS Compliant, NEMA 4X, Flying Leads / DIN Connector, Class 1-Div. 1, Class 1-Div. 2
Model 105 0-10" H2O (0-0.4 PSID) to 0-79.9" H2O (0-2.9 PSID) ±1/2% or 1%
Note:
1/2% Full Scale available 30" H2O & above
Up to 3,000 PSI LOCKED LOGIC SWITCHES
NEMA 4X, Class I Division I, GROUP. B, C & D, Class II Division I, GROUP. E, F & G
Model 106 0-80" H2O (0-3 PSID) to 0-800" H2O (0-30 PSID) ±1/2 or ±1% FS Up to 3,000 PSI LOCKED LOGIC SWITCHES
NEMA 4X, Class I Division I, GROUP. B, C & D, Class II Division I, GROUP. E, F & G
MICRO SWITCHES
0-80" H2O to 0-800" H2O, CSA LISTED IND. CONT. EQUIP.
Model 109 0-15 PSID to 0-6000 PSID (Dependent on Body Material and Safe working Pressure) 1/2% or 1% Full Scale
(1/2% Not available above 1,000 PSID or Bi-Directional Ranges)
NOTE:
Bi-Directional Accuracy is 1% Total Span
±3% Total Span
(For Ranges above 1,500-0-1,500 PSID)
Up to 6,000 PSI LOCKED LOGIC SWITCHES
Weather-proof Housing, NEMA 4X, Class I Division I, GROUP. B, C & D, Class II Division I, GROUP. E, F & G