Low Headloss Model 3000 Flow Conditioner
Facilitates Accurate Metering for liquid or gas pipelines
In regions where issues of water affordability are increasing, accurate measurement is critical. Westfall developed the Model 3000 Flow Conditioner at the request of a potable water customer for whom measurement accuracy and low headloss were of primary importance.
This patented design eliminates swirl and straightens flow within 6 pipe diameters. It creates the fully developed (+/- .05%) velocity profile necessary for accurate measurement while keeping headloss to a minimum.
Two sets of tapered and curved vanes with precisely designed geometry are positioned to eliminate swirl and turbulence without reducing the high velocity core essential to fully developed velocity profile – all with very little headloss.
The flow straightener is particularly effective in situations where highly accurate metering is required in spite of the swirl and turbulence caused by pipe bends or tees.
Model 3000 Animation
Alden Labs CFD Simulation Video
Carbon steel Westfall Model 3000 conditioner with 3M Scotchkote 134 NSF 61 approved fusion bonded epoxy internal coating. Photographed from the downstream side. The leading vanes (in rear of photo) create a vortex that is dampened by the trailing wings offset in the foreground. The result: A fully developed velocity profile (+/- .05%) for both liquids and gases.
Reasons to Choose the Model 3000 Flow Conditioner
• Compact Space Saver
• Absolutely Straightens Flow
• Accurate Flow Measurement
• Reduces Metering Error
• 2/3 Less Headloss v. Competitors
• Eliminates Swirl From Pipe Bends
• Low Maintenance/Low Cost
• Ultra-Durable
• Pipe w/Fixed Interior Vanes
• Radial Fins Eliminate Swirl
• 2 Vane Shapes Condition Flow
• Tapered Edges Prevent Fouling
• Precision Designed Geometry
• Wide Range of Materials & Coatings 1.5″ – 120″ Pipe Size
Common Applications
• Water Treatment
• Waste Water
• Industrial Liquids Treatment
• All Fluid Flow Measurement Situations
