ARAD Octave Ultrasonic SST 50mm Threaded Battery Operated Digital Water Meter
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Product Overview
Ultrasonic digital water meter, 50mm Threaded SST body, battery powered, no moving parts, high accuracy, long-life performance
The ARAD Octave Ultrasonic SST 50mm Water Meter is a high-precision digital flow meter designed for advanced water measurement in municipal, industrial, and agricultural applications. Utilizing ultrasonic transit-time technology, it delivers highly accurate readings with no moving parts, ensuring zero mechanical wear and long-term reliability.
Designed for superior performance, the meter provides exceptional sensitivity at low flow rates while maintaining accuracy across a wide measuring range. Its stainless steel (SST) construction ensures durability and resistance in demanding environments, including aggressive water conditions.
Powered by an internal lithium battery with up to 15 years of operational life, the Octave meter eliminates the need for external power sources. The integrated digital display offers clear readings of flow rate, total volume, and system status, with programmable units and data formats.
Engineered for smart water management, the meter supports bi-directional measurement, advanced data logging, and multiple output options including pulse, analog, and communication protocols such as Modbus and M-Bus. The IP68-rated enclosure ensures full protection against water and dust ingress, making it ideal for underground and flooded installations.
Key Features
- Ultrasonic measurement technology (no moving parts)
- 50mm (2”) threaded SST construction
- Battery powered with up to 15 years life
- High accuracy across wide flow range
- Excellent low flow sensitivity
- Bi-directional flow measurement
- Integrated digital display with programmable units
- Advanced data logging and alarm features
- Multiple outputs: pulse, analog, Modbus, M-Bus
- IP68 waterproof and submersible design
Technical Specifications
- Model: Octave SST
- Nominal Size: 50 mm (2”)
- Connection Type: threaded
- Measurement Principle: Ultrasonic (Transit-Time)
- Maximum Working Pressure: 16 Bar
- Maximum Liquid Temperature: 0.1 – 50°C
- Accuracy Class: ISO 4064 Class 2
- Minimum Flow Rate (Q1): 0.08 m³/h
- Transitional Flow Rate (Q2): 0.125 m³/h
- Nominal Flow Rate (Q3): 40 m³/h
- Maximum Flow Rate (Q4): 50 m³/h
- Starting Flow: 0.025 m³/h
- R Value: 500
- Power Supply: Internal Lithium Battery
- Battery Life: Up to 15 years
- Display: Integrated digital LCD
- Protection Class: IP68
- Outputs: Pulse, Analog (4–20 mA), Digital, Modbus, M-Bus
- Operating Temperature: -25°C to +55°C
Applications
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ARAD Octave used for?
The ARAD Octave is an ultrasonic bulk water meter designed for utilities, waterworks, industrial and agricultural applications. It is suitable for accurate water metering across irrigation, commercial, industrial and water network systems.
How does the ARAD Octave measure water flow?
The Octave uses dual beam ultrasonic technology to measure flow. It compares ultrasonic signal transit times with and against the water flow, then calculates the flow rate based on the velocity of the water through the meter body.
Does the Octave have moving parts?
No. The ARAD Octave has no moving parts, which helps improve long-term reliability, reduce wear and maintain accuracy over time.
What is the maximum working pressure?
The maximum working pressure is 16 bar.
What liquid temperature range can the Octave handle?
The ARAD Octave is suitable for liquid temperatures from 0.1°C up to 50°C.
What is the battery life?
The Octave is powered by 2 × D size lithium batteries and has a battery life of up to 15 years.
Is the Octave suitable for outdoor or meter pit installations?
Yes. The Octave has IP68 environmental protection, making it suitable for outdoor installations, pits and vaults where moisture or submersion may be present.
Can the Octave measure reverse flow?
Yes. The Octave is bi-directional and can display or output forward flow, reverse flow, net volume, or alternating forward and reverse volume, depending on the selected configuration.
What output options are available?
The Octave is available with several output options including 4–20mA analog output, digital pulse output, dry contact output, SSR pulse output, encoder output, Modbus and M-Bus.
Is the Octave suitable for irrigation?
Yes. The Octave is well suited to agricultural applications because it provides high accuracy, low head loss, electronic information options and a range of electrical outputs.
Is the Octave suitable for industrial use?
Yes. The stainless steel Octave is designed for challenging environments such as production plants, mining and industrial processes, including applications involving aggressive water.
What information is shown on the digital display?
The LCD display can show flow direction, communication mode, accumulator mode, low battery alert, flow rate units, volume units, system errors, output mode, pulse resolution and water temperature.
Does the Octave have data logging?
Yes. The Octave includes a data logger for volume and alarm data, with 48KB storage and 4130 data points.
What standards does the Octave comply with?
The Octave complies with MID 2014/32/EU, based on OIML R49:2013, EN 14154 and ISO 4064:2014. It also lists AWWA, WRAS, NSF, ACS, KTW and W-270 approvals or standards.
How should the Octave be installed?
The meter must remain full of water at all times during operation. For full installation details, the installation manual should be followed.
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Maintenance Kits & Spare Parts
Compatible spare parts for this pump
ARAD Octave 1.5m Digital Pulse Output Adaptor Kit (Dual Open Drain)
SKU: AD-70220-000028
$395.00 AUD
ARAD Octave 4–20mA Analogue Output & Digital Pulse Output Adaptor (Solid State Relay)
SKU: AD-WMR010
$325.00 AUD
ARAD Octave NFC Programming Wireless Configuration Kit
SKU: AD-70220-000470
$410.00 AUD
ARAD Octave M-Bus Communication Output Module
SKU: AD-WMR013
$325.00 AUD
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