The Model FLSC90-A fiber-optic signal conditioner is designed to interface directly with FP-9000 and FP-9000A LightSpeed paddlewheel flow sensors. The FLSC90-A brings a high-intensity light source to the patented paddlewheel sensors through a semi-flexible duplex fiber-optic cable. Returning light pulses are measured and converted by the signal conditioner's electronics to a scalable analog output that is proportional to the flow rate. Pricing starts at $390.
Omega Engineering Inc., 1 Omega Dr., Stamford, CT 06907. (203) 359-1660.

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