Precautions for prorer use - Flow Sensors

• If using a flow sensor for tasks such as checking suction and release from suction nozzles and sensing leaks, use the flow rate range setting table as a guide. The effective cross-section area of the nozzle (pinhole) and the difference in pressure inside and outside the nozzle can be used to calculate the flow rate.

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• Flow sensor is for use in air and nitrogen only. Do not use the product for other fluids since the sensing accuracy cannot be guaranteed.
• Use the clean air complied with JIS B 8392-1.1.1 to 5.6.2 and the compressed air complies with JIS B 8392-1.1.1 to 1.6.2.
• Install a filter, an air dryer and an oil mist filter (microalescer) onto the primary side (upstream) of flow sensor since the compressed air from the compressor contains drain (water, oil oxide and foreign materials, etc.). Mesh (wire net) in the port of flow sensor is used to rectify the flow rate in the pipe. Always install a filter to flow sensor since this mesh is not a filter to remove foreign materials.
  
• When using a valve on the primary side of the flow sensor, only use an oil-prohibit specification valve.
  Flow sensor may malfunction or break if subject to splattering grease or oil, etc.

• The mass flow rate is measured so that the flow rate is not under the influence of temperature or pressure.
  Measurement units are in ℓ/min., however this is displayed as calculated when the mass flow rate is at +20 ℃ +68 ℉, and air pressure is at 1 atm.(101 kPa).

• Make sure that the power supply is off while wiring.
• Verify that the supply voltage variation is within the rating.
• Take care that if applying voltage exceeding the rated range or connecting to AC power supply, the product may break or burn.
• If power is supplied from a commercial switching regulator, ensure that the frame ground (F.G.) terminal of the power supply is connected to an actual ground.
• Ensure that an isolation transformer is utilized for the DC power supply. If an autotransformer is utilized, the main body or power supply may be damaged
• In case noise generating equipment (switching regulator, inverter motor, etc.) is used in the vicinity of this sensor, connect the frame ground (F.G.) terminal of the equipment to an actual ground.
• If the used power supply generates a surge, connect a surge absorber to the power supply to absorb the surge.
• Do not run the wires together with high-voltage lines or power lines or put them in the same raceway. This can cause malfunction due to induction.
• In order to reduce noise, make the wiring as short as possible.
• Make sure that stress by forcible bend or pulling is not applied directly to the sensor cable joint.

• Our products have been developed / produced for industrial use only.
• Use within the rated flow rate range.
• Do not apply pressure exceeding the pressure withstandability value.
• Accuracy of the analogue voltage output is influenced by self-heating by applying current other than the temperature characteristics. Standby time (5 min. or more after applying current) should be taken when using the product.
• The specification may not be satisfied in a strong magnetic field.
• Avoid dust, dirt, and steam.
• Take care that if foreign materials are mixed in the sensing part, the product may break.
• Take care that the sensor does not come in direct contact with water, oil, grease, or organic solvents, such as, thinner, etc.
• Do not operate the keys with pointed or sharp objects.
• The usage environment should be within the ranges described in the specifications.
  Use sensors within the range shown in the white part of the ambient temperature / humidity graph below and also within the certified ambient temperature and humidity range of each product. When using sensors within the range shown in the diagonal line shaded part of the graph, there is a possibility that condensation may occur depending on changes in the ambient temperature. Please be careful not to let this happen.
  Furthermore, pay attention that freezing does not occur when using below 0 ℃ +32 ℉. Please avoid condensation and freezing when storing the product as well.