Flow Meter Industry Overview

We provide an overview of the core industries for which DDM Sensors develops and manufactures highly specialized flow meters. Our expertise focuses particularly on the automotive, laboratory technology, and aerospace sectors.

Flow Meters for the Automotive Industry

Applications

The application areas of our flow meters include engine and transmission test stands, which require precise measurements to increase efficiency. Another key area is exact fuel consumption measurement, where we deliver reliable data during vehicle testing using particularly compact turbines. Furthermore, our sensors are critical for monitoring and controlling cooling circuits and air conditioning systems, as demonstrated by our successful projects in electric vehicle thermal management testing.

Industry-Specific Requirements

Our flow meters are designed for high media temperatures of up to +150 °C. Our robust construction guarantees high vibration resistance, which is essential for deployment in test benches and vehicles. Compatibility with standard fuels and oils is fully ensured, as are fast response times required for dynamic test cycles and control tasks.

Recommended Flow Meters from DDM Sensors for the Automotive Industry

For the specific requirements of the automotive industry, we particularly recommend our field-proven turbine flow meters and oval gear meters.

oval gear meter 1l-min Ovalradzähler 1l-min-OG1
From 425,90 

Connection: 1/4″ BSP F or NPT F

Measurement range: 0,01 … 1,0l/min at 30cst oil; 0,1 … 1,0l/min with water

Repeatability: ±0,1%

Output: Impuls NPN; voltage

Pressure Ranges: <10bar, <50bar, <400bar, <700bar

Temperature range: -20 – 80°C, -40 – 100°C, -40 – 150°C

Data sheet: pdf | 619 KB

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Hose barbed connection Messturbinen Schlauchanschluss-VCT
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Hose connection Ø: 9,8 to 32mm

Measurement range: 0,1 to 350l/min

Repeatability: ± 0,025 % of reading

Temperature probe media exposed: Type T thermocouple

Datasheet : pdf | 314 KB

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oval gear meter 50l-min Ovalradzähler 50l-min-OG4
From 1.333,50 

Connection: 3/4″ BSP F or NPT F

Measurement range: 0,25 … 50,0l/min at 30cst oil; 2,5 … 50,0l/min with water

Repeatability: ±0,1%

Output: Impuls NPN; voltage

Pressure Ranges: <10bar, <50bar, <400bar, <700bar

Temperature range: -20 – 80°C, -40 – 100°C, -40 – 150°C

Data sheet: pdf | 613 KB

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Flow Meters for Laboratory Technology

Applications

In laboratory technology, maximum precision in liquid measurement is crucial. Application areas include high-precision reagent dosing, sample preparation, analytical instrument calibration, and fermentation process monitoring, where extremely small fluid quantities often need to be measured.

Industry-Specific Requirements

Requirements in laboratory technology are defined by the need for accuracy and purity. Depending on the design, our flow meters offer high accuracy (up to ±0.1%) and repeatability (up to ±0.025%), which are fundamental for validated processes. They are specifically engineered for measuring ultra-low flow rates starting from 0.002 L/min and feature high chemical resistance against aggressive media thanks to wetted materials such as PEEK, 316 stainless steel, Viton, and borosilicate glass.

Recommended Flow Meters from DDM Sensors for Laboratory Technology

For the diverse applications in lab tech, we offer a broad portfolio of suitable flow meters. These include our high-precision ultrasonic flow meters from the Atrato, Process Atrato, and MetraFlow series, as well as our reliable oval gear meters, turbine flow meters, Pelton wheel meters, and electromagnetic flow meters (MAG).

ultrasonic flow meter PFA hose Ultraschall-Durchflussmesser PFA Schlauch-MetraFlow
From 1.512,30 

Connection: 1/8” & 1/4″ hose

Measurement ranges: 20 … 1000 ml/min & 100 … 5000 ml/min

Repeatability: ±0.1% plus ±0.02% FSD

Material of wetted parts: PFA hose with FDA approval

Output: Impuls (NPN or PNP); 4 – 20mA; 0 – 10V; 0 -5V; Display

Temperature range: -10 – 60°C

Data sheet: pdf | 1,003 KB

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optical detection turbine flow meters
From 183,90 

Connection: 8mm & 13mm hose; ¼“ up to 1“ BSP

Measurement range: 0,02 l/min up to 160,0 l/min

Repeatability: 0,1%

Material of wetted parts : PVDF, PVC, Brass or Stainless Steel

Output: Impuls

Temperature Range : -10 to 80°C

Data sheet FT2 optical: pdf | 238 KB

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From 613,85 

Measurement principle: Magnetic-inductive flow measurement (MID)

Nominal diameters: DN15 to DN25

Measurement range: 0.05 to 35 l/min (DN15) | 0.1 to 75 l/min (DN20) | 0.2 to 150 l/min (DN25)

Measurement accuracy: ±0.5% of the measured value

Repeatability: ±0.2%

Display: Integrated HMI display for showing process values

Outputs: 4 to 20 mA | 0 to 10 V | Pulse/frequency output | IO-Link

Electrical connection: M12 connector

Data Sheet: pdf | 1 MB

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Flow Meters for Aerospace

Applications

Our flow meters are deployed in safety-critical fuel systems and refueling operations. They are also used in hydraulic systems, environmental control systems (ECS), and life-support systems. On engine and component test stands, they deliver exact measurement data. A concrete application example is fuel consumption measurement in private jets for validating and developing alternative fuels such as biodiesel.

Industry-Specific Requirements

The aerospace industry places the highest demands on materials, design, and reliability. Our flow meters are built for extreme temperature ranges from −40 °C to +150 °C and high process pressures up to 700 bar (OG oval gear meters) or 500 bar (FLT high-pressure turbines). Featuring protection ratings up to IP67, tested EMC resistance (EN 55011 / EN 61000-4-x), and low-wear, partially non-contact measuring principles, they guarantee maximum operational reliability and safety.

Recommended Flow Meters from DDM Sensors for Aerospace

Due to harsh environmental conditions and stringent safety requirements, we primarily recommend our robust turbine flow meters and high-precision oval gear meters for aerospace applications.

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Thread: AN8 bis AN32; M18 bis M52

Measurement ranges: 0,06 to 1200l/m

Repeatability: ± 0,025 % of reading

Temperature measuring point: Type T thermocouple

Datasheet : pdf | 202 KB

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oval gear meter 500l-min Ovalradzähler 500l-min-OG7
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Connection: 2″ BSP F or NPT F

Measurement ranges: 5 … 500l/min at 30cst oil; 20 … 500l/min with water

Wiederholbarkeit: ±0,1%

Output: Impuls NPN; voltage

Pressure Ranges: <50bar

Temperature range: -20 – 80°C, -40 – 100°C, -40 – 150°C

Data sheet: pdf | 533 KB

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turbine flow meter threaded Connection Messturbine Gewindeanschluss-VCT-AN
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Thread: AN8; AN10; AN12

Measurement ranges: 0,1 to 100l/m

Repeatability: ± 0,025 % of reading

Temperature probe media exposed: Type T thermocouple

Datasheet : pdf | 314 KB

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Other Industries Served by DDM Sensors Flow Meters

In addition to our core competencies, we supply a range of other demanding industries. Our flow measurement technology is utilized in the food and beverage industry, water management, chemical and petrochemical processing, power generation, and the semiconductor industry.

Find the Right Flow Meter for Your Industry

At DDM Sensors, we offer personalized technical consultation. Contact us today to discuss flow meters for your industry and find a tailored solution for your specific application requirements.

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