VEGA VEGAPULS 62 – Accurate Level Measurement For Mud Flow Measurement

Published 14 Mar 2017

Accurate Level Measurement For Mud Flow Measurement

Level Sensors

  • By Chris Dodds : estimated reading time 5 minutes

In the oil and gas Industry measuring the mud flow in the return line is essential to stop solid matter from causing a blockage when the mud is flowing back from the borehole. The mud return system is carefully monitored to ensure there is no damage to the drilling head or interruptions to production.

Mud Flow Measurement With VEGA VEGAPULS 62

VEGA VEGAPULS 62 allows a completely contactless and maintenance-free, mud flow measurement in the return line. The flow is determined by measuring the level in the pipeline. The level sensor is mounted parallel to the pipeline, so the microwaves are first deflected by 90° and then sent through an opening in the return line – hazardous area level sensors are also available.

In contrast to contacting measuring techniques, VEGA VEGAPULS 62 provides a totally wear and maintenance-free measurement. The mud flow in the return line remains unhindered since no bottlenecks are created by fittings or other parts of the sensor.

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