| The new Platon Flostat from Roxspur Measurement and Control is an automatic flow control valve. It regulates gas or liquid flow in a pipeline to a preset value, despite the typical line pressure variations that would affect flow through a preset control valve adjustment. The Flostat is a purely mechanical flow controller, no power or external input is needed. It is therefore suitable for hazardous liquids. The operator adjusts the flow rate to the desired setting using a hand wheel, which can be supplied with an indicator on the larger type FV models. Automatic flow regulation is achieved mechanically using a pressure differential developed by the flow to balance with the constant force supplied by an internal spring. The Flostat is also suitable for regulating the correct gas flows through laboratory systems where the source supply insufficiently regulated, or from a manifold supplying several different users. Platon Flostats Type MN and Type FV are available with brass or stainless steel body materials. |
