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Neptune Type 4 Flowmeters

Neptune 1-1/4″ and 1-1/2″ Type 4 compact flowmeters are superb instruments for small and medium capacity tank truck metering. These flowmeters are completely self contained for ease of installation. Manufactured from aluminum, these compact meters comprise a complete stand-alone petroleum batching system, saving space and weight.

Standard Type 4 Flowmeters come with

  • Strainer
  • Air Release valve
  • Back Pressure Valve
  • Auto Stop valve
  • Register.

Type 4 flowmeters have applications on small tank trucks and are used as the metering element by OEMs of high-speed diesel refuelers for commercial vehicles.

Literature

O&M Manual
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Neptune 4D-MD Meter for LPG Dispensers

The Neptune 1″ Type 4D-MD meter has been specifically designed for the custody transfer of Liquefied Propane and Butane gas (LPG). This meter utilizes the oscillating piston positive displacement principle.

The standard 4D-MD meter comes with

  • Base meter choice of 600 series mechanical totalizing register with resettable counter, 800 series mechanical printer register, Veeder Root mechanical register, E1000 electronic register or MidCom MCR09 electronic register
  • Differential control valve combination vapor eliminator/strainer
  • Continuous bleed pressure relief valve
  • Choice of pulse output for remote totalizing

Available with Automatic Temperature Compensator (ATC)

Features

  • Accuracy and reliability in compact package
  • Oscillating piston with hard, low friction Nituff Teflon impregnated coating for long life
  • Smooth performance at low flow and high operating pressures
  • Rugged outer body components
  • Compact design
  • Suitable for a wide variety of installation configurations.

Literature

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Neptune 4D-MT LPG Tank Truck Meter

The Neptune 2″ LPG meter is the worldwide standard for truck mounted metering. The aluminum body flowmeter comes complete and ready for installation. The 2″ Type 4D-MT meter for Liquefied Propane Gas features a flanged outlet with ductile iron companion flange for easy installation and removal. The 2″ Type 4D-MT is 33% lighter in weight than the old 2″ Type 4D.

The standard 4D-MT meter comes with:

  • Strainer
  • Vapor release
  • Pressure relief
  • Inlet Check valve
  • Differential valve
  • Vent-line check valve
  • Thermometer well

Available with Automatic Temperature Compensator (ATC) that compensates to 15° Celsius.

The dependable and accurate Neptune oscillating piston design has long been the meter of choice for refined fuel delivery. The straightforward operating principle requires few moving parts and results in a robust and durable mechanism. Combined with the E4000 electronic register, the Neptune LP gas meter delivers the highest accuracy and reliability attainable in mechanical metering.

Features

  • The industry standard for truck mounted custody transfer and invoicing
  • Oscillating piston with hard, low-friction Nituff Teflon – impregnated coating for long life
  • Registration flexibility – fully compatible with Neptune mechanical registers and the Neptune E4000 Electronic Register
  • Weights and Measures approved worldwide
  • Easy installation
  • Easily repairable. If necessary, the measuring chamber can be replaced in line with simple tools.

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Neptune Type S Flowmeter

Type S Flowmeters utilize the nutating disc principle of positive displacement measuring chamber technology. This design results in an accurate flowmeter that is insensitive to changes in viscosity and flow profile disturbances. The dual case measuring chamber design means particle matter and high fluid pressure do not influence accuracy.

The Standard Type S comes with:

  • Base unit that houses and protects the measuring chamber and gear train
  • Register that provides reset of delivery and totalization

Applications

Liquids: Vegetable oils, liquid sugar, water, corn syrup, sucrose, mineral spirits, solvents, latex, asphalt, fuel oil, molasses, animal fat, Toulene, Acetone, milk, juice, acids, lube oil

Industry: Sewage Treatment, Brick Manufacturing, Ceiling Tile manufacturing, Hospital utilities, School Heating, Pharmaceuticals, Adhesives, Farm Services, Fragrances, Animal Feed, Chemicals, Food Canning, Bakery, Plastics, Beverage Production, Paint and Coatings, Tire Manufacturing, Paper Mill, Beverage Bottling

The Neptune Type S Flowmeter can be used in many different industries with numerous fluids. The Type S has been particularly successful in the animal feed industry batching molasses into the feed. Molasses is sprayed onto the feed to enhance the flavor. The Type S is not affected by viscosity and worked perfectly measuring the thick molasses. The meter used in this particular application was a one-inch bronze Type S with a 157 register and pulser.

Features

  • Bronze outer body components compatible with hundreds of nonacidic liquids
  • Handles suspended solids that other meters can’t
  • Durable Ryton discs
  • Variety of registers, pulsers, and totalizers are available
  • Simple to operate and economical to use
  • Easy maintenance
  • Positive and accurate registration
  • Not influenced by high fluid pressure

Literature

O&M Manual 5/8″, 3/4″, and 1″ Type S →
O&M Manual 1″ Type S with 800 Series Register →
O&M Manual 1.5″ and 2″ Type S with 800 Series Register →
Tech Sheet for Type S meters →
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Neptune Type S High Pressure Flowmeter

The Neptune Type S Nutating Disc High Pressure (HP) Flowmeters are precision-constructed measuring instruments used for accurate measurement of liquids at high pressures. The dual case measuring chamber design means accuracy does not change with increased fluid pressures.

Features

  • Heavy duty design withstands high pressure
  • Simple in design and easy to service
  • Standard NPT fittings for easy installation
  • Compact design

Applications

  • Liquids: Inks, Solvents, and Mineral Oils
  • Industry: Printing

Case Study

A major printer based in Chicago, Illinois uses hundreds of Type S High Pressure meters to measure offset printing ink to printing presses. Ink is very expensive and must be measured accurately. The Type S High Pressure Meter provides the accuracy and cost control that this printer and many others require in their processes.

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Type S Meter with Magnetic Drive

The 2″ Type S Magnetic Drive flowmeter, with double case construction, utilizes the nutating disc positive displacement technology. This design results in an accurate meter, which is insensitive to small changes in viscosity and flow profile disturbances. The magnetic drive feature eliminates the use of a drive shaft stuffing box eliminating a leak path. This enables measurement of difficult fluids such as salt brine and sugar, which tend to crystallize. The Type S Magnetic Drive is an ideal selection for continuous operation because they substantially reduce leaks and measuring element clogging. Further, the external gear train and register may be serviced without flow interruption.

Applications: Liquids: Vegetable oils, liquid sugar, water, corn syrup, sucrose, mineral spirits, solvents, latex, asphalt, fuel oil, molasses, animal fat, Toulene, Acetone, milk, juice, acids, lube oil.

Industry: Sewage Treatment, Brick Manufacturing, Ceiling Tile manufacturing, Hospital utilities, School Heating, Pharmaceuticals, Adhesives, Farm Services, Fragrances, Animal Feed, Chemicals, Food Canning, Bakery, Plastics, Beverage Production, Paint and Coatings, Tire Manufacturing, Paper Mill, Beverage Bottling

Features

  • Compatible with hundreds of Non-Acidic liquids
  • No dynamic seals, Magnetic Drive eliminates the stuffing box and drive shaft gear train enabling measurement of difficult fluids
  • External gear train and register may be serviced without flow interruption
  • Capable of measuring hazardous fluids and fluids with particle matter

Literature

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Neptune 4-MT Petroleum Tank Truck Meter

The Neptune 2″ Type 4-MT is an excellent choice for truck mounted metering of liquid petroleum products. The 2″ aluminum body flowmeter comes complete and ready for installation and is ideal for both single and multi-meter applications.

The standard 4-MT Petroleum meter comes with:

  • Strainer
  • Air release valve with adjustable float linkage for fine tuning when split compartment testing.
  • Back pressure valve
  • Auto stop valve for preset delivery
  • Preset and print register

Features

  • Compact and weight efficient
  • Removable measuring chamber for ease of maintenance
  • Time proven auto-stop valve…the industry standard
  • Oscillating piston with hard, low-friction Nituff Teflon – impregnated coating for long life
  • Greatly enlarged air release improves performance
  • Weights and Measures approved worldwide

Literature

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Neptune Type MP Oscillating Piston Flowmeter

The Type MP Oscillating Piston Flowmeter provides high accuracy industrial liquids flow measurement. The Type MP Oscillating Piston Flowmeter provides high accuracy industrial liquids flow measurement. Neptune’s MP Series of Flowmeters has proven reliable through years of measuring over 400 common industrial liquids.

The Type MP is available in:

  • 1/2 inch – Stainless Steel
  • 1 inch – Cast Iron, Stainless Steel
  • 2 Inch – Cast Iron, Stainless Steel

Applications

Liquids: Solvents, Acids, Glycols, Vegetable Oils, Liquid Sugar, Water, Corn Syrup, Sucrose, Mineral Spirits, Latex, Inks, Mineral Oils, Fertilizers, Toulene, Acetone, Sulfuric acid, Water, Milk, Juice, Resins, Phenolics, Perchlorethylene Solvents

Industry: Chemical, Food, Beverage/Bottling, Paint and Coatings, Printing, Lawn Care, Adhesives, Dairy, Plastics, Dry Cleaning, Cosmetics, Textiles, Distillery, Canning, Animal Feed, Paper Mill

A Chicago based food manufacturer has found success using the Neptune Type MP Flowmeter in its process. The MP meters are used to batch soybean oil, water, corn syrup, vinegar and starch mixtures into products such as salad dressing, ketchup, and barbeque sauce. The MP is stainless steel and equipped with a 43 pulse output that sends pulses to the Batchmate, which automatically controls the batching process.

Type MP Meter Features

  • Magnetic Drive eliminates stuffing box leaks
  • Insensitive to moderate changes in viscosity
  • 100% mechanical batching capability… no external power source required
  • Variety of piston materials available to suit fluid and temperature conditions
  • Minimal Maintenance – one moving part in flow stream
  • Broad range of available accessories… pulsers, registers, valves
  • Maincase easily opened for cleaning

Literature

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Neptune Type 4D Flowmeters

1-1/2″ and 1-1/4″ Type 4D meters, with double case design, have been specifically designed for the custody transfer of Liquefied Propane & Butane Gas (LPG).

Standard Type 4D Flowmeters come with:

  • register
  • differential control valve
  • inlet check valve
  • pressure relief valve
  • vapor check valve
  • combination vapor eliminator/strainer
  • tubing kit

Options include an automatic temperature compensator (ATC) and ticket printing register.

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