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Product Introduction

The KH.UOCF Non-Contact Radar Flow Meter is an advanced hydrological monitoring device designed for real-time measurement of water level, surface velocity, and discharge (flow rate) in rivers, canals, reservoirs, and open channel environments.

Using microwave radar technology, the system performs non-contact measurement of both water surface level and flow velocity, enabling continuous and reliable flow monitoring without direct contact with water.

Compared with traditional mechanical flow meters and contact-based sensors, the KH.UOCF provides improved stability in complex natural environments with sediment, floating debris, algae, and changing water conditions.

The radar flow meter is widely applied in:

• River flow monitoring systems
• Irrigation canal measurement
• Flood forecasting and early warning systems
• Reservoir and water resource management
• Smart water management platforms
• Hydrological observation networks

By providing real-time discharge data, the KH.UOCF supports efficient water allocation, flood prevention, infrastructure management, and environmental monitoring.

How It Works

The KH.UOCF measures water flow through integrated radar sensing technology.

The system continuously detects:

• Water surface level through non-contact radar measurement
• Surface velocity through microwave Doppler radar technology

The collected parameters are processed using hydrological algorithms to calculate real-time discharge (flow rate).

This measurement method provides:

• No mechanical contact with water
• No risk of blockage from sediment or floating debris
• Stable long-term operation in natural river environments
• Reliable flow monitoring under changing water conditions

Key Features

Integrated Water Level, Velocity and Flow Measurement

The KH.UOCF combines radar water level measurement and surface velocity detection to calculate accurate real-time discharge in rivers, canals, and open channel applications.

Non-Contact Radar Flow Measurement

Radar technology eliminates common issues associated with traditional contact measurement methods, including:

• Sediment accumulation
• Floating debris interference
• Algae and sludge impact
• Water pollution and turbulent flow conditions

High-Accuracy Discharge Calculation

Built-in hydrological algorithms provide reliable flow rate calculation for water resource management, irrigation systems, and hydrological monitoring projects.

Reliable Outdoor Operation

Designed for long-term field deployment, the industrial-grade housing provides protection against:

• Water exposure
• High humidity
• Condensation
• Lightning and outdoor environmental conditions

Low Power Consumption for Remote Monitoring

Optimized for solar-powered hydrological monitoring stations with intelligent power management, supporting unattended operation in remote locations.

Bluetooth Local Configuration

Supports convenient field setup, calibration, and diagnostics through mobile devices, improving installation efficiency and maintenance operations.

Flexible Installation Options

The compact design allows installation on:

• Bridges
• Riverbanks
• Monitoring poles
• Hydraulic structures

without major civil engineering modifications.

IoT and Telemetry Integration

Supports RS485 Modbus communication and seamless integration with:

• SCADA systems
• IoT hydrological monitoring platforms
• Remote telemetry stations
• Water management systems

Application Scenarios

River and Canal Flow Monitoring

Provides continuous discharge measurement for hydrological analysis, water resource management, and watershed monitoring.

Reservoir and Dam Operation Management

Supports reservoir operation, water release management, and hydraulic infrastructure monitoring.

Irrigation Water Management

Improves irrigation efficiency through real-time canal flow measurement and agricultural water distribution monitoring.

Urban Flood Monitor Systems

Provides real-time flow information for stormwater management, urban drainage monitoring, and smart city flood prevention systems.

Hydrological Monitoring Networks

Suitable for national hydrological stations, watershed monitoring projects, environmental observation networks, and water resource management systems.

Technical Specifications