What is the role of flow sensors?
In industrial environments, flow switches are essential for accurately monitoring and regulating the movement of liquids and gases in pneumatic and hydraulic systems. They deliver accurate flow rate data, helping machinery operate efficiently while protecting equipment from issues caused by unstable flow.
Accurate flow measurement is crucial in industries such as machine tooling, industrial maintenance, industrial communication, and energy efficiency. Controlling fluid and gas flow accurately boosts operational performance, strengthens safety, and reduces energy costs.
SMC flow switches and sensors: Designed for a wide range of uses
To support diverse industrial processes, SMC offers a broad lineup of flow sensors and switches. Our solutions include:
- Remote type flow meters: Perfect for use in areas that are difficult to Access
- Integrated display models: Ensure quick, accurate visual confirmation of any parameter.
- Sensor monitors: Provide remote monitoring to improve operational control.
From space-saving solutions for confined areas to advanced systems for complex applications, SMC flow sensors and switches ensure accurate and immediate flow measurement. An additional advantage is their compatibility with various communication standards, including IO-Link, analogue, and digital.
By supporting multiple fluid applications, our flow sensors offer adaptable and dependable solutions for industries of all kinds.
Practical applications of flow switches for gases include:
- Regulation of flow in equipment across both main and branch lines
- Regulation of purge air flow in ionizers
- Tracking accumulated flow and residual contents in gas cylinders (e.g., N₂)
- Controlling air supply for spray painting processes
- Regulation of nitrogen (N₂) flow to prevent oxidation of lead frames
- Control of metal wire tension
- Verification of suction in workpieces
- Leak test
- Easy placement verification
Practical applications of flow switches for liquids include:
- Pressurized cooling water for welding guns flow control
- Water-soluble coolant flow control
- Cooling water for metal moulds flow control
- Flow control of the fluid circulating in a chiller
- Cooling of processing machines
- Beverage management of filler machines
- Drainage management
- Cooling of PET bottle moulding machines
How do SMC flow sensors improve industrial performance?
SMC flow sensors provide key benefits for your processes, such as:
- Wide product selection:Designed to handle different fluids and flow requirements, our flow meters cover everything from space-saving designs to high-capacity options, ensuring the right fit for any system.
- Comprehensive monitoring: Our sensors feature enhanced displays that provide instant, accurate system data, reducing unnecessary downtime and improving overall reliability.
- Quick installation: The intuitive design allows quick, simple installation that reduces setup time and enhances efficiency.
- Advanced connectivity: Our sensors meet Industry 4.0 requirements by supporting versatile connectivity options like IO-Link, analogue, and digital protocols.
- Enhanced system efficiency: Performance optimisation depends on effective monitoring of system conditions. By delivering real-time flow data, our sensors make it possible to take timely action, ensuring consistent operation and protecting against failures.
SMC flow sensors are engineered to keep your equipment performing at its best—helping you improve energy efficiency, lower operating costs, and optimise system performance. By delivering consistent and reliable monitoring, they ensure smoother, more effective, and dependable industrial operations.
Discover the right sensor or switch for your needs with our Digital Switch Model Selector, available in the Engineering Tools section online.
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