The Rosemount™ 3051CFC Compact Orifice Flow Meter is an integrated differential pressure flow measurement solution designed for accurate measurement of gas, liquid, and steam applications. It combines a Rosemount 3051 pressure transmitter with a compact orifice primary element to simplify installation and improve measurement reliability.

Featuring a compact design and advanced flow measurement capabilities, the Rosemount 3051CFC provides reliable performance for closed-loop control, general process monitoring, and industrial flow applications. It is available with compact orifice plate and conditioning orifice plate options for different installation requirements.

Key Features

• Integrated differential pressure flow measurement system
• Compact orifice plate design for simplified installation
• Suitable for gas, liquid, and steam flow measurement
• Supports 4–20 mA HART®, WirelessHART®, FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus, and PROFIBUS® PA communication
• Measurement range up to 1000 inH₂O differential pressure
• Available for pipe sizes from 0.5 to 12 inches (15 to 300 mm)
• Advanced diagnostics including process alerts and plugged impulse line detection
• Optional WirelessHART communication for remote monitoring
  

Applications

• Oil & Gas flow measurement
• Steam flow monitoring
• Chemical processing systems
• Power generation utilities
• Refinery process measurement
• Industrial gas measurement
• Liquid flow monitoring
• Process automation systems

Selection Notes

Before selecting the Rosemount 3051CFC Compact Orifice Flow Meter, consider:

• Measurement medium type (gas, liquid, or steam)
• Required flow range and accuracy
• Pipe size and installation conditions
• Required communication protocol
• Process pressure and temperature conditions
• Need for conditioning orifice plate installation

Correct configuration helps achieve stable flow measurement and long-term process reliability.

FAQ

Q1: What does the Rosemount 3051CFC measure?
The Rosemount 3051CFC is designed for differential pressure-based flow measurement of gases, liquids, and steam.

Q2: What is the advantage of a compact orifice flow meter?
The integrated design combines the transmitter and primary element, reducing installation complexity and improving system efficiency.

Q3: What communication options are available?
The Rosemount 3051CFC supports HART®, WirelessHART®, FOUNDATION Fieldbus, and PROFIBUS PA communication options.