Wine Flow Meters

How to choose a wine flow meter

A wine flow meter is used to measure the volume transferred from one container to another during cellar operations. It can be used during racking, filtration and filling when you need to monitor the quantity of liquid passing through the system.

Before purchasing, consider the required flow rate, material, measurement system, available connections and compatibility with the transfer or filling equipment already in use.

Digital wine flow meters

Digital wine flow meters provide a direct reading of the transferred volume and can be used when closer control of the quantity passing through the system is required.

Depending on the model, electromagnetic or gear-based measurement systems and functions for partial or total counting may be available. Always check the flow rate, working pressure, fittings and compatibility with the liquid being measured.

Electromagnetic and gear-based flow meters

Different measurement technologies may be available depending on the model, including electromagnetic systems and mechanical gear-based flow meters.

The most suitable solution depends on the liquid, required flow rate, connection type and characteristics of the transfer system.

Flow meter filling guns

Stainless steel filling guns with flow meter can be used when transfer and measurement need to be managed directly at the dispensing point.

Before choosing a model, check the material, fitting diameter, flow rate and compatibility with the hoses or pumps already in use.

Compatibility with pumps, hoses and filters

A flow meter can be used as part of a transfer system that also includes pumps, hoses, fittings and filters. For this reason, diameters, connections, pump flow rate and the characteristics of the liquid should always be checked together.

If you need a pump for moving the liquid, browse our Wine Pumps section. For hoses and connection components, see Hoses & Fittings.

Flow meters and wine testing equipment

A flow meter measures the quantity of liquid passing through a transfer system. It is therefore different from instruments used to test or analyse wine, such as hydrometers, refractometers or other measuring tools used for winemaking checks.

For an overview of the complete transfer and filtration area, return to Wine Transfer & Filtration.