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Sparling MainLine Propeller Meters are designed to provide accurate, reliable flow measurement in main line service applications. Many units have been in service for 25, 30, even 40 years with only minor service!

• All Sparling propeller meters have an accuracy of ±2% of rate, guaranteed by certified wet calibration at three test points in Sparling's NIST traceable hydraulic flow labs.

• Registration is furnished in any standard Engineering Unit required.

• Sparling MainLine Meters are easily maintained with standard tools

• Meters feature sturdy cast or fabricated steel construction

• Totalizer is protected by cast metal enclosure with locking hasp

The MainLine meter comes in three basic drive types:

• Model 102/182 - Direct Drive Meters
• Model 103/183 - Magnetic Drive Meters
• NEW Model 104/184 - Electronic Propeller Meter

Applications / Installation / Flow / Specifications / Configurations

The Sparling Model 104/184 - Electronic Flowmeter
Features magnetic pickups to electronically track rate and total

The Sparling Model 102/182 - Direct Drive
Accurately measures over a wide flow range of 10:1 or greater. This meter uses a precision ground worm gear, hardened to Rockwell C-60. Meters are available with factory fabricated tubes, saddles, or as meterhead only assemblies in sizes up to 72"

The Sparling Model 103 - Magnetic Worm Gear
Features a "magnetic worm gear" (sizes 2" - 14") where magnets are embedded in the propeller shaft creating a field which acts on similar magnets in the vertical shaft. The purpose is to isolate the gearbox from the flowstream. Sand, grit flushes through the propeller harmlessly.

The Sparling Model 183 - Magnetic Coupling
Features magnetic coupling (16"-30") eliminating sealing problems and permitting complete sealing of the output section of the flow stream. Propeller movement is transmitted through six, pole radial Alnico magnets which eliminates mechanical wear and extra load that a mechanically driven gear imposes on a shaft. Reduced load on the propeller shaft means longer wear for the propeller bearings, and longer intervals between maintenance. Another plus, unlike some magnetic propeller meters, Sparling's meter won't jam or "stutter" under rapid accelleration.

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Direct Drive / Magnetic Drive / Electronic Drive / Vertiflo / Fire Hydrant / Irrigation / Waterworks Intake / Home

For more detailed information, request literature or contact your local Sparling Representative.