Pressure Gets Water to the Fire, Water Flow Puts Fires Out
Getting the right flow on the fire is critical. Forget using rule-of-thumb based calculations based on variables such as pressure readings, hose, size, length and friction loss. Flowmeters give an exact and immediate measure of the water being used.
INSIGHT series displays are specifically designed for use on fire apparatus. These hi-tech indicating devices are compact and built rugged to withstand the conditions found at fire scenes today. INSIGHT displays are used by the largest fire departments in the world and have a proven track record.
Insight
Know the Flow Know the Pressure – Helps Keep Your Fire Attack Crews Safer
Features
Calibrate Up to Ten Different Flow Rates
Flowmeters should provide accurate readings at low, medium, and high flow rates. FRC flowmeters have a unique calibration program with the flexibility to ensure accuracy at up to ten different flow rates when plumbing conditions do not allow for non-turbulent flow.
Optional Backlighting
Available on Insight Ultimate
Single Point Calibration
When calibrating at a single flow rate, plumbing conditions may cause turbulent, non-linear flow producing inaccurate readings away from the calibration point.
Multiple Point Calibration
When plumbing conditions are not ideal, calibrate at up to TEN flow rates to greatly increase accuracy and reduce measurement errors.
Color Key
Calibration Point
VERY ACCURATE, low chance of error in the flow rate reading on the display
Close to the Calibration Point
Low chance of error in the flow rate reading on the display
Away from the Calibration Point
Higher chance of error in the flow rate reading on the display
Expanded Scale
Expanded 50 psi to 250 psi (3.5 BAR to 17 BAR) scale for more precise pressure readings in the most commonly used ranges.
Remote Displays, Summing and Accumulating
All FRC Insight series displays are designed to share information over the FRC datalink. This technology allows for remote displays, the display of actual flow rate through multiple discharges (summing) and the total flow through multiple discharges (accumulating).
| Discharge | Color |
|---|---|
| Preconnect #1 or front bumper jump line | Orange |
| Preconnect #2 | Red |
| Preconnect #3 or Discharge #1 | Yellow |
| Preconnect #4 or Discharge #2 | White |
| Discharge #3 | Blue |
| Discharge #4 | Black |
| Discharge #5 | Green |
| Deluge/deck gun | Silver |
| Water tower | Purple |
| Large diameter hose | Yellow w/White border * |
| Foam line(s) | Red w/White border * |
| Booster reel(s) | Grey |
| Inlets | Burgundy |
Ordering Information
Insight Ultimate
STANDARD KIT includes display module, flow sensor w/mount, pressure sensor, and cables.
- FPA400-XXX – GPM/psi
- FPA410-XXX – LPM/kPa
- FPA420-XXX – LPM/BAR
- FPA400-000 – Remote Only GPM/psi
- FPA410-000 – Remote Only LPM/kPa
- FPA420-000 – Remote Only LPM/BAR
Insight
STANDARD KIT includes display module, flow sensor w/ mount, and cables.
- DFA400-XXX – GPM
- DFA410-XXX – LPM
- DFA400-000 – Remote Only
Insight Plus
STANDARD KIT includes display module, flow sensor w/mount, pressure sensor, and cables.
- FPA500-XXX – GPM/psi
- FPA510-XXX – LPM/kPa
- FPA520-XXX – LPM/BAR
- FPA500-000 – Remote Only
XXX = Pipe Diameter
Available diameter varies with mount type.
Flow sensor mount pipe diameters (in inches):
- 01.0
- 01.5
- 02.0
- 02.5
- 03.0
- 03.5
- 04.0
- 05.0
- 06.0
- 08.0
- 12.0
Select a flow sensor mount and add to kit number:
- SC1 Saddle Clamp
- ST1 Weldment, Steel
- SS1 Weldment, Stainless
- AL1 Weldment, Aluminum
- PT1 Pipe Tee
- Custom Spacers Available
(Change the 1 to a 2 to order a sensor mount with a flow conditioner.)
Dimensions:
- DFA400 & FPA500 – 3.25″ (H) x 3.25″ (W) (82.55 mm x 82.55 mm)
- FPA400 – 4.4″ (H) x 4.4″ (W) (111.76 mm x 111.76 mm)
Options:
- Color Coded Bezel
- External Totalizer Button (Ultimate Only)
- Backlit Display (Ultimate Only)
Paddlewheel Flow Sensor
The Paddlewheel Flow Sensor is mounted in the pipe so that only the paddles extend into the flow. The paddlewheel is free spinning, resistant to damage from debris in the water and presents no impedance to flow. The sensor generates electrical pulses that are proportional to the rate of flow. This flow sensor is dependable and virtually maintenance-free.
Flow Conditioner
Piping can often cause water turbulence, creating inaccurate readings. The FRC Flow Conditioner© is specially designed to straighten water flow, reducing local turbulence for more accurate readings.
To achieve best results, choose the proper flow sensor location.
Plumbing that distorts smooth water flow such as elbows, expansions or valves need to be considered when choosing a flow sensor location. Refer to FRC flowmeter manuals for mounting location recommendations.
Flow Sensor Mounting Options
Saddle Clamps are the standard mountings for 2″ (50.8 mm) through 6″ (152.4 mm) pipe sizes.
Weldment fittings are available in aluminum, steel, and stainless steel.
Pipe Tee fittings are NPT threaded, ranging from 1″ (25.5 mm) through 4″ (101.6 mm) for applications where standard pipe fittings are the easiest solution.
Custom Adapters are available for discharge applications where a spacer is the only thing that will fit.
