Katronic KATflow 100 Clamp-On Ultrasonic Flow Meter

Overview

The Katronic KATflow 100 is a compact, cost-effective clamp-on ultrasonic flow meter engineered for permanent installation on single pipelines, delivering continuous flow and thermal energy measurement without the need to cut into the pipe or interrupt the process. Housed in a robust IP66 aluminium enclosure with IP66 stainless steel transducers as standard, the Katronic KATflow 100 covers a wide pipe diameter range from 10 mm to 3,000 mm and operates on standard sensors from -30°C to +80°C, making it a practical, streamlined solution for large-scale metering projects and series production applications where simplicity and reliability matter more than extensive feature set.

Working closely with plant engineers in the region, Seven Star LLC supplies the Katronic KATflow 100 to water utilities, district cooling operators, and process industries across Muscat, Sohar, and Salalah that require permanent, non-invasive flow metering without the installation downtime and pipe modification that inline meters demand. Regional engineering teams benefit from genuine Katronic hardware, full documentation, and responsive local technical support backed by Seven Star LLC’s instrumentation division.

Measurement Principle

Like all instruments in the Katronic KATflow range, the KATflow 100 uses clamp-on ultrasonic transit-time technology, in which a pair of stainless steel transducers mounted externally on the pipe wall send ultrasonic pulses diagonally across the flowing liquid. The difference in transit time between the pulse travelling with the flow and the pulse travelling against it is directly proportional to the fluid velocity, allowing the KATflow 100 to calculate volumetric flow rate without any wetted parts, moving components, or pressure drop. Because the sensors never contact the process fluid, the meter avoids the wear, fouling, and maintenance burden associated with inline turbine or paddle wheel meters, and installation can be completed on a live, pressurized pipe.

The KATflow 100 is further equipped to measure thermal energy in combination with Pt 100 or Pt 1000 temperature sensors, calculating heat quantity by combining the ultrasonic flow signal with the temperature differential between supply and return lines. This dual capability makes the meter equally suited to straightforward volumetric flow monitoring and to district heating or cooling energy metering, where a single compact device can replace what would otherwise require separate flow and energy instrumentation. An integrated Setup Wizard and intuitive keypad menu streamline commissioning, while a digital bidirectional totaliser continuously records and totals measured values over defined time periods.

Engineering Design of the Katronic KATflow 100

The Katronic KATflow 100 electronics are housed in a sturdy yet lightweight IP66 aluminium casing weighing approximately 1.3 kg, protecting the transmitter against dust, moisture, and mechanical stress in typical industrial and outdoor environments. The accompanying clamp-on transducers are built to an IP66 stainless steel standard, ensuring long-term durability when mounted on pipework in plant rooms, pump stations, or exposed utility corridors. Despite its streamlined feature set relative to Katronic’s higher-end fixed models, the KATflow 100 retains flexible configuration options and numerous communication interfaces, including Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, M-Bus, and HART-compatible output, allowing straightforward integration into building management systems, SCADA platforms, and utility metering networks.

Power is supplied via mains operation, available in both AC and DC variants to suit different site electrical infrastructure, and the transmitter can be wall mounted or pipe mounted depending on the installation environment. Additional process outputs, including 4-20 mA and open-collector signals, extend compatibility with legacy control systems that do not support digital fieldbus communication. This combination of a compact footprint, low purchase cost, and broad connectivity makes the KATflow 100 particularly well suited to projects that require dozens or hundreds of metering points across a distributed network, where per-unit cost and ease of replication are primary design considerations.

Key Features

The Katronic KATflow 100 combines clamp-on convenience with permanent-installation reliability, and the Katronic KATflow 100 feature set reflects a clear focus on cost-effective, large-scale deployment.

• Non-invasive clamp-on ultrasonic transit-time measurement with no wetted parts, moving components, or pipe cutting required.
• Wide pipe diameter coverage from 10 mm to 3,000 mm, suiting everything from small service lines to large distribution mains.
• Combined flow and thermal energy measurement using Pt 100/Pt 1000 temperature sensors for district heating and cooling applications.
• Robust IP66 aluminium enclosure and IP66 stainless steel transducers rated for demanding industrial and outdoor environments.
• Multiple communication interfaces including Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, M-Bus, and HART-compatible output.
• Digital bidirectional totaliser for continuous recording and totalling of measured values over defined periods.
• Integrated Setup Wizard and intuitive keypad menu for fast, straightforward commissioning.
• Compact, lightweight 1.3 kg transmitter suited to wall or pipe mounting in space-constrained plant rooms.

Industrial Applications

The Katronic KATflow 100 is widely specified for permanent flow monitoring in water and wastewater treatment plants, district cooling and heating networks, HVAC chilled water circuits, and general process utilities where a large number of metering points must be instrumented cost-effectively. Its non-invasive clamp-on design is particularly valuable for retrofitting flow measurement onto existing pipework without shutting down the process or cutting into the line, a common requirement in operating water utilities and industrial plants where downtime carries significant cost. The thermal energy measurement capability of the Katronic KATflow 100 also makes it a practical choice for billing and sub-metering applications in commercial and institutional cooling systems.

With fast quotation turnaround and technical support, Seven Star LLC distributes the Katronic KATflow 100 throughout the Sultanate of Oman and the broader GCC, supporting water authorities, district cooling operators, and industrial facilities across the Sohar and Salalah free zones with permanent, low-maintenance flow metering. Regional engineering and utility teams sourcing large-scale, distributed metering solutions benefit from local stock availability, genuine Katronic documentation, and direct technical support from Seven Star LLC’s instrumentation division.

Technical Specifications

The table below summarizes the key technical characteristics of the Katronic KATflow 100 clamp-on ultrasonic flow meter for quick reference during specification and tender preparation.

Request a Quote for Katronic KATflow 100 Clamp-On Ultrasonic Flow Meter

Seven Star LLC invites water utilities, district cooling operators, and process engineers across Oman and the GCC to submit a formal RFQ for the Katronic KATflow 100 clamp-on ultrasonic flow meter. Regional stock and full technical datasheets are available on request to support project specification, tender submission, and large-scale metering rollouts. With regional stock and engineering support in Muscat, Seven Star LLC’s instrumentation division is available to advise on pipe diameter compatibility, sensor selection, and communication interface integration – contact Seven Star LLC today to request pricing, documentation, or technical consultation on the KATflow 100 platform.