BBFM-Q160K Ultrasonic Gas Flow Measurement Transducer

BBFM-Q160K ultrasonic gas flow transducer with threaded cylindrical body, two hexagonal mounting nuts and black acoustic face

160 kHz gas metering across a 0.15 to 2 m reference range

The BBFM-Q160K is an ultrasonic gas flow measurement transducer specified for industrial gas flow meters, gas meters, gas velocity measurement and transit-time gas measurement modules.

Its center frequency is 160 kHz ±5%, with a reference range of 0.15 to 2 m. The half-power beam angle is 9.8° ±10% at -3 dB.

Performance and interface specifications

Parameter Specification
Model BBFM-Q160K
Center frequency 160 kHz ±5%
Recommended range 0.15 to 2 m
Minimum impedance 350 Ω ±20%
Capacitance 900 pF ±20% at 1 kHz
Operating voltage Peak voltage <450 Vpp
Operating temperature -40 to +80°C
Pressure rating ≤16 kgf or 1.6 MPa
Half-power beam angle 9.8° ±10% at -3 dB
Housing material Titanium alloy
Mounting Refer to the product dimensional drawing
Protection rating IP68
Weight 10.5 g ±5% with 22 cm cable

Metering functions stated in the source

  • Industrial gas flow meters
  • Gas meters
  • Gas velocity measurement
  • Transit-time gas measurement modules

Matching the acoustic path and electronics

The acoustic path should be selected within the 0.15 to 2 m reference range while considering the 9.8° half-power beam angle, the operating gas and the available mounting geometry.

The electronic interface should be matched to the 350 Ω ±20% minimum impedance and the 900 pF ±20% capacitance measured at 1 kHz. Peak voltage must be kept below 450 Vpp.

Environmental and configuration checks

Confirm operation within -40 to +80°C and at no more than 16 kgf or 1.6 MPa. The transducer is rated IP68. The stated 10.5 g ±5% weight applies to the version with a 22 cm cable, while exact mounting dimensions should be taken from the product drawing.