evoQ4
Electromagnetic Water Meter
Make every drop count
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evoQ4 Electromagnetic water meter
Today’s water meters need to be more reliable, accurate and durable with
advanced flow technology that has the capability to capture revenue while
reducing overall operating costs. The evoQ4 provides a total solution for
commercial water utility metering, by meeting the needs of turbines,
compounds, single jets and electromagnetic.
With advanced measurement and flow
technology, the evoQ4 mag meter delivers
high accuracy through a wide range of
flows and varied conditions and applications. The meter can be adapted to suit
either predominantly high or low flow
rates, and is ideal for a wide variety of
bulk flow metering applications, such as
network management, leakage monitoring and commercial billing.
Reliable connectivity
With bi-directional pulse outputs, the
evoQ4 provides dependable connectivity
to critical water management and
billing systems, including AMR and
data-logging devices. The evoQ4 is
compatible with evolution™ AMI and
other AMR/AMI devices.
Accurate measurement
The evoQ4 has a standard, continuous
sampling rate of 0.5 second, so you can
be confident of accurate and reliable
measurement. It also features anticorrosive electrodes to ensure consistently
accurate performance throughout its
entire life.
Durability
The evoQ4’s tough stainless steel construction ensures a long, corrosion-free
working life, while its lightweight body
makes storage, transportation and
installation both simpler and safer. An
IP68 rating guarantees protection of internal electronics and long-term reliability.
Zero maintenance
Simple installation
System options
Designed without moving parts and a
10-year battery life, the evoQ4 is maintenance free, eliminating regular battery
change outs and calibration often required with mechanical and electromagnetic meters.
Installation of the evoQ4 is simple.
Just fit and go, no need for grounding
rings or programming with a laptop in a
vault. The evoQ4 comes in AWWA C701
Class II Turbine meter lay lengths. The
flanges are epoxy coated cast iron to reduce weight and prevent corrosion. The 2”
comes with an oval flange and the 3”- 8”
come with a round flange. All flanges conform to ANSI B16.1 Class 125 standards.
1. Display only
Simple, visual read meter only with no
pulse output communications. Pulse
output can be easily upgraded in-the-field
with either option 2 or option 3.
Real-time data
A large, bright and easy-to-read LCD,
showing volume and instantaneous flow
rate, is perfect for real-time network
control and water management.
The evoQ4 also has alarm functions
providing real time status, to ensure no
loss in measuring continuity.
Easy access
The evoQ4’s (optional) remote display unit
offers a clear LCD for simpler access in
hard-to-read applications. The unit also
includes two pulse outputs for connection
to ancillary devices.
Low pressure loss
An unrestricted flow tube ensures minimal
pressure loss, even at the highest flow
rates. This means that overall network
system pressures can be reduced, helping
to prevent leakage from burst pipes and
excess stress placed on pumping stations.
2. Pulse output meter
As above with the addition of a plug and
playpulse output transmitter for connection to ancillary devices including AMR,
data-loggers or remote display.
3. Meter + remote display
As in option 1 with the addition of a pulse
output and remote display unit (pictured
right) connected electronically to the meter.
The remote display features two pulse
output channels.
Display functions
Volume – an integrating value displays
the net volume of water measured.
Flow Rate – If water is flowing in the
reverse direction a minus sign is
displayed to the left of the values.
Low-Battery – The indicator
will appear when the battery
voltage is low and the meter
should be replaced.
No-Water – The indicator
will blink when there is
an empty pipe or no
water in the meter.
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Electromagnetic meters competitor comparison
Traditional commercial meter comparison
evoQ4
T4000
C4000
S2000
2”
Low Flow (gpm)
Continuous Flow (gpm)
High Flow (gpm)
Weight
Lay Length
Operating PSI
Head Loss PSI @ Max Flow
AWWA Maintenance and Test Schedule
Warranty (years)
3”
Low Flow
Continuous Flow
High Flow
Weight
Lay Length
Operating PSI
Head Loss PSI @ Max Flow
AWWA Maintenance and Test Schedule
Warranty (years)
4”
Low Flow
Continuous Flow
High Flow
Weight
Lay Length
Operating PSI
Head Loss PSI @ Max Flow
AWWA Maintenance and Test Schedule
Warranty (years)
6”
Low Flow
Continuous Flow
High Flow
Weight
Lay Length
Operating PSI
Head Loss PSI @ Max Flow
AWWA Maintenance and Test Schedule
Warranty (years)
8”
Low Flow
Continuous Flow
High Flow
Weight
Lay Length
Operating PSI
Head Loss PSI @ Max Flow AWWA Maintenance and Test Schedule
Warranty (years)
* 6” and 8” versions are the C3000
0.25
176 220 11 10 230 Less than 0.1
No Moving Parts, No Wear, Periodic Testing Not Required
5
1.5
220
400
24
10
150
1.305
4 years
1/8
160
220
52
15.25
150
14.5
4 years
0.3
90
180
32
11.8
150
10
4 years
2
2
2
0.6 440 550 22.5 12 230 Less than 0.1
No Moving Parts, No Wear,
Periodic Testing Not Required
5
2.2
600
900
37.5
12
150
0.725
3 years
1/8
325
900
86
17
150
14.5
3 years
0.5
200
400
57
13.8
150
8.7
3 years
2
2
2
0.88 704 881 35.5 14 230 Less than 0.1
No Moving Parts, No Wear,
Periodic Testing Not Required
5
2.6
1200
1500
51
14
150
2.03
2 years
1/8
575
1100
90
20
150
14.5
2 years
1
265
530
95
13.8
150
8.7
2 years
2
2
2
3.3 8
3/4
1101 2500
1560
1378 3100
2500
55.5 101.5
145
18 18
24
230 150
150
Less than 0.1
1.305
14.5
No Moving Parts, No Wear,
1 year
1 year
Periodic Testing Not Required
5
2
2
1
265
530
128
24
150
8.7
1 year
5.2 16
1.5
2774 4000
1875
3469 5000
3000
81.5 136.5
227
20 20
34.5
230 150
150
Less than 0.1
1.377
14.5
No Moving Parts, No Wear,
1 year
1 year
Periodic Testing Not Required
5
2
2
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
evoQ4
AquaMaster
Krohne
Waterflux
4” Versions
Power Options
AC Only
No
Yes
No
AC Battery Back Up
No
Yes
No
Battery Only
Yes
Yes
Yes
Battery Life
10 yrs
3 yrs
6-10 yrs
Reading Sample Rate
500 ms
15 sec
5 sec
Yes
Yes
Yes
0.3 yrs/.16sec &
6 yrs/30 sec
0.16 - 30 sec
Reading Options Pulse Output
Yes
Encoder Output
No*
4-20mA
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
No
Meter Accuracy
Low Flow
0.88 gpm
Maximum Flow
1100 gpm
5.9 gpm
704 gpm
N/A
1100 gpm
N/A
1100 gpm
Dimensions
Lay Lengths
AWWA C701
Weight
35.5 lbs
Non-standard
33 lbs
Non-standard
41.4 lbs
Non-standard
37.4 lbs
Yes
Yes
Yes
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Yes
Yes
Unknown
Approvals
CE
Yes
NSF61
No*
FM
No*
* Available Q4 2008
2
N/A
Siemens
MAG8000
The evoQ4 is a single meter that
meets the needs of traditional turbine,
compound, single jet and mag meters.
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High accuracy measurement
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About Elster AMCO Water, Inc.
About Elster Group
Elster AMCO Water is an industry leader in the development and
implementation of innovative and advanced metering solutions
and systems for the water utility industry. Located in Ocala, Florida,
Elster AMCO Water is part of Elster Group, the world’s largest
multi-utility metering company, leading provider of global AMR
and AMI solutions. Elster AMCO Water continues to invest in
leading technology and resources and remains committed to
delivering superior customer service, quality products, solutions
and services to the water utility industry.
A world leader in advanced metering infrastructure, integrated
metering, and utilization solutions to the gas, electricity and water
industries, Elster’s systems and solutions reflect over 170 years of
knowledge and experience in measuring precious resources and
energy. Elster provides solutions and advanced technologies to
help utilities more easily, efficiently and reliably obtain and use
advanced metering intelligence to improve customer service,
enhance operational efficiency, and increase customer benefits.
Elster’s AMI solutions enable utilities to cost-effectively deliver,
manage, and conserve the life-essential resources of gas,
electricity, and water. Elster has over 7500 staff and operations in
38 countries in North and South America, Europe, and Asia.
United States
Elster AMCO Water, Inc.
P.O. Box 1852
Ocala, FL 34478-1852
T 800-874-0890
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Caribbean
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P.O. Box 225
Carretera 112 KM 2.3
Isabella, PR 00662
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Canada
Elster Metering
1100 Walker’s Line, Suite 101
Burlington, Ontario L7N 2G3
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The policy of Elster AMCO Water, Inc. is one of continuous improvement and
the right is reserved to modify the specifications without notice.
Lit Ref: evoQ4-100/05-08
Mexico
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