CS Instruments – VD 500

Industrial differential-pressure flow meter designed for accurate measurements directly downstream of compressors, even at high temperatures and in wet compressed air.

Measuring principle Differential pressure
Measuring range 2 … 224 m/s (up to 600 m/s)
Media temperature −30 … +180 °C
Pipe size range DN 20 … DN 600
Accuracy ± 1.5% of reading
Interfaces 4–20 mA, RS 485 (Modbus), Ethernet, IO-Link
Measuring principle Differential pressure
Measuring range 2 … 224 m/s (up to 600 m/s)
Media temperature −30 … +180 °C
Pipe size range DN 20 … DN 600
Accuracy ± 1.5% of reading
Interfaces 4–20 mA, RS 485 (Modbus), Ethernet, IO-Link
Standard equipment 4 · Options 4 · Accessories 4
  • Differential flow meter for wet compressed airDifferential-pressure-based flow meter for use directly downstream of compressors in wet compressed air, at media temperatures up to +180 °C.
  • Integrated displayDelivered with integrated local display for flow, consumption, temperature, and pressure values.
  • Standard output signalsRS 485 (Modbus RTU), 4–20 mA analog output, and pulse output for industrial integration.
  • Installation via 1/2" ball valveEnables installation and removal under pressure without system shutdown, with precise insertion-depth adjustment.
ParameterVD 500
Measuring range2 … 224 m/s (compressed air), optionally up to 600 m/s; 0.04 … 500 mbar differential pressure (gases)
Measured mediumAir, non-aggressive gases
Accuracy± 1.5% of measured value
Measuring principleDifferential pressure
Measuring span1 : 100
Response timet99 < 1 s
Medium temperature [°C]–30 … +180
Operating pressure [bar(g)]–1 … +30
Ambient temperature [°C]–20 … +70
Power supply18 … 36 V DC, 5 W
Output signals (standard)RS-485 (Modbus RTU), 4–20 mA, pulse output

High sensitivity at low velocities

Measurement from 2 m/s ensures reliable coverage of the full operating range of variable-speed compressors (VSD).

Suitable for very high flows

Designed for accurate measurement even at very high compressed air and gas flow velocities.

Multiple parameters in one device

Simultaneously measures flow, total consumption, temperature, and pressure for complete system visibility.

Measurement at high temperatures

Reliable operation at media temperatures up to +180 °C — ideal for measurements directly downstream of compressors.

Wide pipe-diameter coverage

Suitable for pipelines from DN 20 to DN 600, enabling flexible integration into various industrial systems.

Easy installation under pressure

Installation through a 1/2" ball valve enables quick mounting and removal without system shutdown.

Compressors and compressed air efficiency

Compressors and compressed air systems

Efficiency / FAD

Accurate flow measurement directly downstream of compressors for FAD determination, performance tracking, and optimization of fixed-speed and VSD compressors.

Energy management and monitoring

Energy management and monitoring

Energy efficiency

Used in energy audits and compressed air consumption monitoring, including loss analysis and optimization of utility systems.

Industrial high-flow systems

Industrial high-flow systems

High flow rates

Reliable flow measurement in large pipelines (DN 20 to DN 600) and at high velocities in demanding industrial processes.

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