I. Working Principle
The HNF40-B vortex flowmeter operates based on the von Kármán vortex street principle.
When fluid flows past a bluff body (vortex generator) inside the pipeline, alternating vortices are formed on both sides of the body. The frequency of vortex generation is proportional to the fluid velocity; the sensor detects the vortex signals, and internal signal processing circuitry calculates the fluid flow rate.
As there are no moving parts involved in the measurement process, the vortex flowmeter features a simple structure, low maintenance requirements, and excellent long-term stability, making it suitable for flow measurement across a wide range of industrial media.
II. Product Introduction
1. The HNF40-B can be used to measure:
Steam
Compressed air and other gases
Water and industrial liquids
2. The product supports multiple signal output options:
4-20mA current output
Pulse output
RS485 communication
HART protocol (optional)
3. Depending on the operating environment, the following versions are available:
Non-explosion-proof
Flameproof (Explosion-proof)
Intrinsically safe
4. It also supports extended functions such as integrated temperature and flow measurement, integrated temperature, pressure, and flow measurement, and wireless remote monitoring.
The HNF40-B covers a full-bore measurement range of DN15 to DN300; for larger pipelines, an insertion-type structure allows for application in even larger pipe sizes, meeting diverse dimensional requirements.
III. Application Industries
1. Petrochemical: Used for flow measurement of process gases, steam, and liquid media; applicable to production process monitoring and energy metering.
2. Power and Energy: Used for measuring energy media such as boiler steam and compressed air, assisting enterprises in energy consumption management.
3. Pharmaceutical and Food Processing: Used for monitoring the flow of steam, gases, and process liquids during production.
4. Industrial Manufacturing: Suitable for flow measurement in applications such as equipment cooling water, industrial gases, and production auxiliary systems.
IV. Product Advantages
1. Utilizes a proven vortex measurement structure, offering excellent adaptability to common industrial gases, liquids, and steam media.
2. Contains no internal mechanical moving parts, minimizing wear during long-term operation and reducing maintenance costs.
3. Available in flanged, wafer, and insertion configurations, allowing for the selection of the most suitable installation method based on pipeline conditions. 4. Supports signal outputs such as 4-20mA, RS485, and HART, enabling easy integration with industrial control systems like PLCs and DCS.
5. Features explosion-proof designs, high-temperature capabilities, and integrated measurement solutions to meet the requirements of diverse on-site operating conditions.
V. Summary
With its stable measurement performance, flexible installation options, and versatile communication configurations, the HNF40-B intelligent industrial-grade vortex flowmeter is suitable for a wide range of steam, gas, and liquid flow measurement applications.
Whether for energy management, process control, or integration with industrial equipment, the HNF40-B provides users with a reliable flow monitoring solution, helping to enhance production stability and management efficiency.

