Details
The Aquacomputer G1/4 Flow Sensor - High Flow 2 is a coolant flow sensor with G1/4 connection threads and a built-in water temperature sensor. It reads from approx. 40 l/h to 1000 l/h, and it needs a device with a flow sensor input to evaluate the signal: that device is not included in the scope of delivery.
Properties
- Thread
- G1/4, two ports
- Measuring range
- approx. 40 to 1000 l/h
- Sensors
- flow and coolant temperature
- Material
- acetal housing, stainless steel cover
- Size
- approx. 51 x 41 x 31 mm
How it measures
Aqua Computer flow sensors can easily be integrated into the cooling circuit, and this one enables continuous flow measurement. The flow rate is measured by a rotor / impeller driven by the coolant flowing through it. Its rotation speed is recorded without contact by a magnetic measuring system. The bearing clearance is optimally calibrated on each sensor, which Aquacomputer says ensures minimal running noise.
The sensor delivers reliable readings over that wide range (approximately 10 to 260 US liquid gallons per hour), and Aquacomputer therefore calls the sensor ideally suited for most water cooling systems. Its very low flow resistance meets the requirements of high flow systems. In addition, the sensor is equipped with a very precise and fast water temperature sensor, recording the coolant temperature as well.
Installation
A symmetrical structure allows fitting it without considering the direction of flow, and it can also be operated in any installation position. For optimum performance and minimum noise, the manual asks for the stainless steel cover facing upwards. That cover is magnetically attached, held without screws, on an elegant acetal housing with significantly more compact dimensions than its predecessor. To attach it, three M3 threads are made in the base, and suitable screws are in the box.
What a run needs
The G1/4 threads thus enable operation with a wide range of hose systems and virtually any tube dimensions: two fittings for your tubing are in our fittings section. Important: a device with a flow sensor input is required to evaluate the signal, using the supplied cable. It has both bigger standard and smaller miniature connectors: the 3-pin one goes to the flow sensor input, the 2-pin one to a temperature sensor input. Only one device may be connected per cable.
Depending on device and software version, choose the sensor type "Aqua Computer high flow 2 (53292)" or enter a calibration value from the table below. Where neither is offered, the type "Aqua Computer high flow (53068)" may be set, but the flow reading is then imprecise. Devices with display and keys are set in their own menu, all others in the aquasuite software.
Compatibility
Aquacomputer lists the sensor as compatible with these devices:
- aquaero 6 XT / PRO / LT (53145, 53146, 53206, 53234, 53250, 53251, 53253, 53262, 53263)
- aquaero 5 XT / PRO / LT (53089, 53090, 53095, 53125, 53249, 53252)
- aquaero 4.00 / 3.07 (53030, 53031, 53035, 53045, 53048, 53064, 53075, 53076)
- aquastream ULTIMATE (41108)
- aquastream XT (41059, 41060, 41061)
- D5 NEXT (41118)
- farbwerk 360 (53279)
- poweradjust 3 (53166, 53167)
- poweradjust 2 (53082, 53083)
- poweradjust (53049, 53054)
- aquaduct 240 Pro mark III (11213)
- aquaduct 360 eco+ (11212, 11233)
- cuplex kryos NEXT with VISION
- VISION connection terminal for kryographics (23664, 23665, 23666, 23667)
- VISION Touch (53232, 53235)
- QUADRO (53256)
- OCTO (53286)
Technical details
| Dimensions | approx. 51 x 41 x 31 mm |
| Connection threads | G1/4 |
| Power supply | 5 V DC, max. 10 mA |
| Signal output | Open drain, max. 5 V / 5 mA load |
| Ambient temperature range | 10 to 40 °C (noncondensing) |
| Coolant | Double Protect Ultra or water |
| Coolant temperature/pressure | 10 to 50 °C, -0.6 to 1 bar |
Calibration values
| DP Ultra, tube inner diameter ≤ 7 mm | 151 impulses/liter |
| DP Ultra, tube inner diameter > 7 mm | 147 impulses/liter |
| Water, tube inner diameter ≤ 7 mm | 148 impulses/liter |
| Water, tube inner diameter > 7 mm | 144 impulses/liter |
Notes
- Clean the sensor with a dry and soft cloth. Electronic components and headers must not get in contact with coolant or water.
In the box
- 1x flow sensor
- 1x connection cable
- 3x M3 x 6 mm screws
Aquacomputer's manual for the high flow 2 and high flow LT is a two-page English PDF with the installation, connection and calibration steps.
