What is the difference between ultrasonic water meter and ordinary water meter

There are significant differences between ultrasonic water meters and ordinary water meters in several aspects.

First of all, from the measurement principle and working mode, the ultrasonic water meter adopts the ultrasonic time difference method to measure the flow rate and flow of water, and detects the water flow caused by the time difference caused by the change of speed when the ultrasonic beam propagates in the water upstream and downstream. Ordinary water meters measure the flow of water through mechanical structures such as flowmeters, transmission mechanisms and Pointers or digital dials.

Secondly, in terms of equipment characteristics and use characteristics, ultrasonic water meters have the characteristics of low starting flow rate, wide range ratio, high measurement accuracy and stable operation. There are no moving parts and choke elements inside, so it is not affected by impurities in the water and has a long service life. In addition, the ultrasonic water meter also has excellent output communication function to meet all kinds of communication and wireless networking requirements, and can monitor the condition of the equipment itself and send reminders to the water company in time. The ordinary water meter is relatively simple in structure, single in function, usually can only measure a flow meter, and is easily affected by impurities in water and wear of mechanical parts.

Finally, in the installation mode, the ultrasonic water meter can be installed at any Angle, and the requirements for the straight pipe section are low. The ordinary water meter requires that the installation Angle must be horizontal or vertical, and the requirements for the straight pipe section are also higher.

In summary, ultrasonic water meters are superior to ordinary water meters in terms of measurement principle, equipment characteristics, usage characteristics and installation methods, and are more suitable for water resources metering scenarios requiring high precision, high stability and intelligent management.