When clamp-on is valuable
Clamp-on sensors measure through the tube wall. They are attractive when contamination, corrosive liquids, pressure loss or process interruption must be minimized.
When inline is valuable
An inline measuring section provides a controlled acoustic path and can offer stable performance in compact tubing. It requires process connections and wetted-material review.
Conditions both approaches need
Transit-time measurement performs best with clean, bubble-free liquids and a fully filled tube. Tube material, wall thickness, installation position and upstream disturbances remain important.
Engineering note
This guide supports early selection and does not replace a confirmed product datasheet. Send the medium, range, temperature, pressure and connection to CurioSens for configuration review.