JV-BB Gear Meter
Measuring accuracy:
±0.5% over the full measuring range with a 30 cP fluid; optional ±0.25% with selected sensors
Repeatability:
±0.1%
Turndown ratio:
Up to 150:1
Temperature range:
-40°C to +180°C
The temperature limit of the complete system depends on the sensor used.
Maximum operating pressure:
Up to 6,000 psi/420 bar
| Model | Flow range | Standard connection | Maximum pressure |
|---|---|---|---|
| JVx-12BB | 0.02–3.0 L/min | 1/4-inch NPT | 6,000 psi/420 bar |
| JVx-20BB | 0.1–7.6 L/min | 1/4-inch NPT | 6,000 psi/420 bar |
| JVx-30BB | 0.3–20.0 L/min | 1/2-inch NPT | 6,000 psi/420 bar |
| JVx-60BB | 0.5–75.7 L/min | 3/4-inch NPT | 6,000 psi/420 bar |
| JVx-80BB | 1.9–227 L/min | 1¼-inch SAE Code 62 | 5,000 psi/345 bar |
| JVx-90BB | 3.8–454 L/min | 1¼-inch SAE Code 62 | 5,000 psi/345 bar |
Connection Options
- Standard NPT connections for models 60BB and smaller
- Optional BSPP and bottom manifold mounting
- Standard 1¼-inch SAE Code 62 flange pattern for 80BB and 90BB models
- Optional NPT, JIC and SAE flange connections
Materials of Construction
- JVA body: High-strength 7075 aluminium
- JVM body: 303 stainless steel
- JVS body: 316L stainless steel
- Gears and bearings: Stainless steel
- Shaft: Stainless steel
- O-ring: FKM, FFKM or PTFE
- Bolts: Zinc-flake-coated carbon steel; optional Inconel 718
Calibration
- Four-point calibration for 12BB–60BB models
- Seven-point calibration for 80BB and 90BB models
- Chemical injection and precision dosing systems
- Onshore and offshore chemical injection skids
- Fuel consumption and fuel transfer measurement
- Marine fuel monitoring systems
- Hydraulic test stands
- Hydraulic positioning and cylinder control systems
- Coolant flow monitoring
- Machinery and bearing lubrication systems
- Oil and grease dispensing applications
- Pump performance and material consumption monitoring
- Automotive production and filling lines
- Paint, coating and material blending processes
- Fuel consumption measurement in agricultural machinery
- Oil and natural gas applications
- High-pressure process lines
- Measurement of pulsating and bidirectional flows
- Measurement of low- and medium-viscosity, non-abrasive fluids
The AW-Lake JV-BB Series is a positive displacement gear flow meter designed for the precise measurement of low- and medium-viscosity, lubricating and non-abrasive fluids.
Offering high accuracy and repeatability even under changing viscosity conditions, the series provides reliable measurement in demanding industrial applications through tight machining tolerances, high resolution and pressure ratings up to 6,000 psi.
- Standard accuracy of ±0.5% over the full measuring range
- Optional accuracy up to ±0.25% with selected sensor options
- Repeatability of ±0.1%
- Wide turndown ratio up to 150:1
- Overall flow range from 0.02 to 454 L/min
- Operating pressure up to 6,000 psi/420 bar
- Four-point factory calibration
- Measurement performance minimally affected by changing viscosity conditions
- Compact and robust industrial design
- Easy installation without straight pipe run requirements
- Bidirectional flow measurement capability
- Aluminium, 303 stainless steel and 316L stainless steel body options
- Frequency, analogue, 4–20 mA, Modbus, HART, Bluetooth and wireless communication options
- Compatibility with the EDGE family of sensors and displays
The product can be configured with various electronic options to transmit flow data to a PLC, computer, remote display or smartphone.