SMBM series flow limiter

For circulating oil lubrication systems

Flow limiters deliver individual, metered streams of oil to each lubrication point in the connected system. These individual oil streams are unaffected by changes in system pressure and are virtually independent of viscosity. This makes them an ideal solution for applications with fluctuating oil temperatures, such as in steel mills or mining. Their self-regulating operating principle eliminates the need for complex pressure control devices.

The SMBM series flow limiter is designed for installation on a support panel as part of modular groups containing from 1 to 6 flow limiters.

Thanks to the use of interchangeable plug-in nozzles, the oil flow can be changed in steps within the range from 0.08 to 8 l/min. (0.17 to 16.9 pints/min). Signal transmitters, piston sensors, or gear flow meters installed within the flow limiters monitor oil flow in each individual device. They are connected to the monitoring unit.

The SMBM series flow limiters replace the SMB 8, SMB 9 and SMB 10 series devices.

Technical characteristics and advantages

  • Modular design
  • Constant oil flow
  • Self-adjusting dosing
  • Constant oil flow despite varying back pressure values
  • Wide range of lubricant viscosity
  • Practically independent of viscosity
  • ATEX version available
  • Simplicity of system design
  • Compact installation
  • Easy commissioning, no additional adjustment required
  • Effective monitoring of required oil consumption

Application areas

  • Pulp and paper industry
  • Metallurgy
  • Heavy industry
  • Tunnel boring machines
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Description

 

For circulating oil lubrication systems

Flow limiters deliver individual, metered streams of oil to each lubrication point in the connected system. These individual oil streams are unaffected by changes in system pressure and are virtually independent of viscosity. This makes them an ideal solution for applications with fluctuating oil temperatures, such as in steel mills or mining. Their self-regulating operating principle eliminates the need for complex pressure control devices.

The SMBM series flow limiter is designed for installation on a support panel as part of modular groups containing from 1 to 6 flow limiters.

Thanks to the use of interchangeable plug-in nozzles, the oil flow can be changed in steps within the range from 0.08 to 8 l/min. (0.17 to 16.9 pints/min). Signal transmitters, piston sensors, or gear flow meters installed within the flow limiters monitor oil flow in each individual device. They are connected to the monitoring unit.

The SMBM series flow limiters replace the SMB 8, SMB 9 and SMB 10 series devices.

Technical characteristics and advantages

  • Modular design
  • Constant oil flow
  • Self-adjusting dosing
  • Constant oil flow despite varying back pressure values
  • Wide range of lubricant viscosity
  • Practically independent of viscosity
  • ATEX version available
  • Simplicity of system design
  • Compact installation
  • Easy commissioning, no additional adjustment required
  • Effective monitoring of required oil consumption

Application areas

  • Pulp and paper industry
  • Metallurgy
  • Heavy industry
  • Tunnel boring machines

 

Technical specifications

Single-stream with position monitoring - SMBM-X 21/22/31
SMBM-X 21/22
Monitoring with a signal transmitter
Ограничитель расхода серии SMB MX 21/22 SMBM-X 31
Monitoring with a piston transmitter
Ограничитель расхода серии SMB MX 31
Type/operating principle 2-way flow control valve with one fixed setpoint
Monitoring type Signal sensor or piston sensor (signal present/no)
Installation position Any (without filter); vertical (with filter)
Ambient temperature from 0 to +70 °C from +32 to +158 °F
Lubricant temperature from 0 to +70 °C from +32 to +158 °F
Material EN AW-6061-T651, anodized
Weight SMBM-X 21/22
Weight of SMBM-X
0.87 kg
0.81 kg
1.92 pounds
1.79 pounds
Dimensions without monitoring (L×W×H) 79×79×45 mm 3.11 x 3.11 x 1.77 inches
Nominal flow rate 0.08–8.0 l/min 0.17-16.9 pints/min
Working pressure p1
Without electrical monitoring
SMBM-X 21/22
SMBM-X 31
5–200 bar
5–100 bar
5–85 bar

72.5–2900 psi
72.5–1450 psi
72.5–1230 psi
Required differential pressure (p3-p1) ≥ 5 bar ≥ 72.5 psi
Lubricant Mineral oils, synthetic oils
Working viscosity 20–600 mm2/With
Single-flow with gear flow meter - SMBM-X 11/12/13
SMBM-X 11/12/13
Monitoring with a gear flow meter with a threaded pulse sensor
Ограничитель расхода серии SMB MX 11/12/13
Type/operating principle 2-way flow control valve with one fixed setpoint
Monitoring type Gear flow meter with pulse sensor
Installation position Any (without filter); vertical (with filter)
Ambient temperature from 0 to +70 °C from +32 to +158 °F
Lubricant temperature from 0 to +70 °C from +32 to +158 °F
Material EN AW-6061-T651, anodized
Weight 1.17 kg 2.58 pounds
Dimensions without monitoring (L×W×H) 79×79×90 mm 3.11×3.11×3.54 inches
Nominal flow rate 0.08–8.0 l/min 0.17–16.9 pints/min
Working pressure p1 5–50 bar 72.5–725 psi
Required differential pressure (p3-p1) ≥ 6 bar ≥ 87 psi
Lubricant Mineral oils, synthetic oils
Working viscosity 20–600 mm2/With
Dual-flow with position monitoring - SMBM-V 21/22/31
SMBM-V 21/22
Monitoring with a signal transmitter
Ограничитель расхода серии SMB MV 21/22 SMBM-V 31
Monitoring with a piston sensor
Ограничитель расхода серии SMB MV 31
Type/operating principle 2-way flow control valve with two separate fixed setpoints
Monitoring type Signal sensor or piston sensor (signal present/no)
Installation position Any (without filter); vertical (with filter)
Ambient temperature from 0 to +70 °C from +32 to +158 °F
Lubricant temperature from 0 to +70 °C from +32 to +158 °F
Material EN AW-6061-T651, anodized
Weight SMBM-V 21/22
Weight SMBM-V 31
1.03 kg
0.97 kg
2.27 pounds
2.14 pounds
Dimensions without monitoring (L×W×H) 100×79×45 mm 3.94×3.11×1.77 inches
Nominal flow rate 0.08–8.0 l/min 0.17–16.9 pints/min
Working pressure p1
Without electrical monitoring
SMBM-V 21/22
SMBM-V 31
5–200 bar
5–100 bar
5–85 bar

72.5–2900 psi
72.5–1450 psi
72.5–1230 psi
Required differential pressure (p3-p1) ≥ 5 bar ≥ 72.5 psi
Lubricant Mineral oils, synthetic oils
Working viscosity 20–600 mm2/With
Two-flow with gear flow meter - SMBM-V 11/12/13
SMBM-V 11/12/13
Monitoring with a gear flow meter with a threaded pulse sensor
Ограничитель расхода серии SMB MV 11/12/13
Monitoring type Gear flow meter with pulse sensor
Installation position Any (without filter); vertical (with filter)
Ambient temperature from 0 to +70 °C from +32 to +158 °F
Lubricant temperature from 0 to +70 °C from +32 to +158 °F
Material EN AW-6061-T651, anodized
Weight 1.34 kg 2.95 pounds
Dimensions without monitoring (L×W×H) 100×79×90 mm 3.94×3.11×3.54 inches
Nominal flow rate 0.08–8.0 l/min 0.17–16.9 pints/min
Working pressure p1 5–50 bar 72.5–725 psi
Required differential pressure (p3-p1) ≥ 6 bar ≥ 87 psi
Lubricant Mineral oils, synthetic oils
Working viscosity 20–600 mm2/With

Designs for use in explosive environments

Special versions of the SMB flow limiter, including a gear flow meter with an ATEX-certified pulse transmitter and an all-metal housing with a sight glass
Single-flow with gear flow meter (ATEX version) — SMBM-X …-EEX
SMBM-X …-EEX
Monitoring with a gear flow meter with a threaded pulse sensor
Ограничитель расхода серии SMB MV...-EEX
Type/operating principle 2-way flow control valve with one fixed setpoint
Monitoring type Gear flow meter with pulse sensor
Installation position Any (without filter); vertical (with filter)
Ambient temperature from 0 to +70 °C from +32 to +158 °F
Lubricant temperature from 0 to +70 °C from +32 to +158 °F
Material EN AW-6061-T651, anodized
Weight 1.17 kg 2.58 pounds
Dimensions without monitoring (L×W×H) 79×79×90 mm 3.11×3.11×3.54 inches
Nominal flow rate 0.08–8.0 l/min 0.17–16.9 pints/min
Working pressure p1 5–50 bar 72.5-725 psi
Required differential pressure (p3-p1) ≥ 6 bar ≥ 87 psi
Lubricant Mineral oils, synthetic oils
Working viscosity 20–600 mm2/With
Two-flow with gear flow meter (ATEX version) — SMBM-V …-EEX
SMBM-V …-EEX
Monitoring with a gear flow meter with a threaded pulse sensor
Ограничитель расхода серии SMB MV EEX
Type/operating principle 2-way flow control valve with two separate fixed setpoints
Monitoring type Gear flow meter with pulse sensor
Installation position Any (without filter); vertical (with filter)
Ambient temperature from 0 to +70 °C from +32 to +158 °F
Lubricant temperature from 0 to +70 °C from +32 to +158 °F
Material EN AW-6061-T651, anodized
Weight 1.34 kg 2.95 pounds
Dimensions without monitoring (L×W×H) 100×79×90 mm 3.94×3.11×3.54 inches
Nominal flow rate 0.08–8.0 l/min 0.17–16.9 pints/min
Working pressure p1 5–50 bar 72.5-725 psi
Required differential pressure (p3-p1) ≥ 6 bar ≥ 87 psi
Lubricant Mineral oils, synthetic oils
Working viscosity 20–600 mm2/With
Sample order
The product can be configured using a configuration code. The order template includes the applicable part number and an explanation.
SMBM-V11 CS 022
  • Flow limiter
  • Installation on a support panel
  • Double Stream
  • With gear flow meter and standard resolution (333 pulses per liter)
  • Including connecting cable with straight connector
  • For flow rates of 6.74 l/min (100 %) and 1.56 l/min (25 %)
  • Standard version
SMBM-X22 XS 150 — EEX
  • Flow limiter
  • Installation on a support panel
  • Single stream
  • With signal transmitter (24V DC)
  • Without connecting cable
  • For a flow rate of 1.67 l/min
  • Explosion-proof design
More detailed information is provided in the brochure.

Injection nozzles

Plug-in nozzles for the SMBM-X flow limiter 1)
Nominal oil consumption 2) Injector index Order number
l/min pints/min
0,08 0,17 050 24-0455-2574
0,12 0,25 055 24-0455-2575
0,15 0,32 060 24-0455-2576
0,2 0,42 065 24-0455-2577
0,25 0,53 070 24-0455-2578
0,29 0,61 075 24-0455-2579
0,35 0,74 080 24-0455-2580
0,41 0,87 085 24-0455-2581
0,47 0,99 090 24-0455-2582
0,56 1,18 095 24-0455-2583
0,65 1,37 100 24-0455-2584
0,73 1,54 105 24-0455-2585
0,79 1,67 110 24-0455-2586
0,88 1,86 115 24-0455-2587
0,98 2,07 120 24-0455-2588
1,09 2,3 125 24-0455-2589
1,18 2,49 130 24-0455-2590
1,3 2,75 135 24-0455-2591
1,43 3,02 140 24-0455-2592
1,56 3,3 145 24-0455-2593
1,67 3,53 150 24-0455-2594
1,79 3,87 155 24-0455-2595
1,92 4,06 160 24-0455-2596
2,07 4,37 165 24-0455-2597
2,21 4,67 170 24-0455-2598
2,36 4,99 175 24-0455-2599
2,52 5,33 180 24-0455-2600
2,67 5,64 185 24-0455-2601
2,8 5,92 190 24-0455-2602
2,98 6,3 195 24-0455-2603
3,16 6,68 200 24-0455-2604
3,3 6,97 205 24-0455-2605
3,43 7,25 210 24-0455-2606
3,58 7,57 215 24-0455-2607
3,79 8,01 220 24-0455-2608
3,98 8,22 225 24-0455-2609
4,18 8,83 230 24-0455-2610
4,37 9,24 235 24-0455-2611
4,57 9,66 240 24-0455-2612
4,8 10,14 245 24-0455-2613
5 10,57 250 24-0455-2614
5,19 10,97 255 24-0455-2615
5,37 11,35 260 24-0455-2616
5,55 11,73 265 24-0455-2617
5,77 12,19 270 24-0455-2618
5,99 12,66 275 24-0455-2619
6,22 13,15 280 24-0455-2620
6,49 13,72 285 24-0455-2621
6,74 14,24 290 24-0455-2622
6,95 14,69 295 24-0455-2623
7,17 15,15 300 24-0455-2624  3)
7,31 15,45 305 24-0455-2625  3)
7,48 15,81 310 24-0455-2626  3)
7,72 16,32 315 24-0455-2627  3)
7,98 16,86 320 24-0455-2628  3)
Plug-in nozzles for the SMBM-V flow limiter
Reduced oil consumption at commissioning by 25 %
Nominal oil consumption 2) Injector index Order number
l/min pints/min Injector D1 Injector D2
0,08 : 0,65 0,17 : 1,37 003 24-0455-2574 24-0455-2584
0,12 : 0,79 0,25 : 1,67 004 24-0455-2575 24-0455-2586
0,15 : 0,98 0,32 : 2,07 005 24-0455-2576 24-0455-2588
0,20 : 1,18 0,42 : 2,49 006 24-0455-2577 24-0455-2590
0,25 : 1,43 0,83 : 3,02 007 24-0455-2578 24-0455-2592
0,29 : 1,67 0,61 : 3,53 008 24-0455-2579 24-0455-2594
0,35 : 1,92 0,74 : 4,06 009 24-0455-2580 24-0455-2596
0,41 : 2,21 0,87 : 4,67 010 24-0455-2581 24-0455-2598
0,47 : 2,52 0,99 : 5,33 011 24-0455-2582 24-0455-2600
0,56 : 2,80 1,18 : 5,92 012 24-0455-2583 24-0455-2602
0,65 : 3,16 1,37 : 6,68 013 24-0455-2584 24-0455-2604
0,73 : 3,43 1,54 : 7,25 014 24-0455-2585 24-0455-2606
0,79 : 3,79 1,67 : 8,01 015 24-0455-2586 24-0455-2608
0,88 : 4,37 1,86 : 9,24 016 24-0455-2587 24-0455-2610
0,98 : 4,57 2,07 : 9,66 017 24-0455-2588 24-0455-2612
1,09 : 5,00 2,30 : 10,57 018 24-0455-2589 24-0455-2614
1,18 : 5,37 2,49 : 11,35 019 24-0455-2590 24-0455-2616
1,30 : 5,77 2,75 : 12,19 020 24-0455-25 91 24-0455-2618
1,43 : 6,22 3,02 : 13,15 021 24-0455-2592 24-0455-2620
1,56 : 6,74 3,30 : 14,24 022 24-0455-2593 24-0455-2622
1,67 : 7,17 3,53 : 15,15 023 24-0455-2594 24-0455-2624  4)
1,79 : 7,48 3,87 : 15,81 024 24-0455-2595 24-0455-2626  4)
1,92 : 7,98 4,06 : 16,86 025 24-0455-2596 24-0455-2628  4)

Support panels for flow limiters of all designs

Ordering information
Flow limiter support panels can be adjusted to meet specific requirements. Their modular design allows for various combinations.

To create a complete support panel, at least two modules are required:

  • Input segment
  • Extension segment
Опорные панели для ограничителей расхода SMB M
This combination can be used to install one flow limiter module of the series SMBM-X If a filter is required, a filter setting segment can be used instead of a simple input segment.

To install more than one flow restrictor module, an extension segment must be installed between the inlet segment or filter mounting segment and the base segment.

For the series SMBM-V An additional segment is required to install the valve between the inlet segment or filter installation segment and the first extension segment or base segment.

Technical specifications
Material EN AW-6061-T651 anodized
Lubricant inlet G1/2
Lubricant outlet G3/8
Dimensions
Support panel Length Width Height Weight Order number
mm inches mm inches mm inches kg pounds
Base segment 98,5 3,88 100 3,94 48 1,89 1,10 2,43 24-0714-3483
Extension segment mm inches 100 3,94 48 1,89 1,00 2,21 24-0714-3484
Input segment mm inches 100 3,94 48 1,89 0,47 1,04 24-0714-3485
Segment for valve installation mm inches 100 3,94 48 1,89 0,91 2,01 24-0714-3486
Segment for filter installation mm inches 100 3,94 48 1,89 0,64 1,41 24-0714-3487
Sample order
To order a pre-assembled flow restrictor group, each module must be configured using an order code. Modules are numbered according to installation order. A diverter valve will be added if required for one or more selected modules. The maximum number of modules allowed is six.
SMBM-V11 CS 022 Предварительно смонтированная группа ограничителей расхода из 3 модулей
  • Module 1 SMBM-V11XS003
  • Module 2 SMBM-V11XS010
  • Module 3 SMBM-V11XS003
  • Switching valve x (Yes)
  • Filter x (Yes)
More detailed information is provided in the brochure.

Accessories and spare parts 1)

Product group Description Order number
Flow limiter housing SMBM-X without plug-in injectors 24-0711-2800
SMBM-V without plug-in injectors 24-0711-2801
Signal transmitter (standard version) Incl. straight connector (24VDC), M12x1, LED type 24-1072-2115
Includes straight connector (24VDC), M12x1 24-1072-2114
Without connector 24-1072-2123
Straight connector (24VDC), M12x1, LED type 24-1882-2151
Straight connector (24VDC), M12x1 24-1882-2121
Straight connector (24VDC), M12x1, LED type, with 5m cable 179-990-604
Angled connector (24V DC), M12x1, LED type, with 5m cable 237-10319-2
Signal transmitter (ATEX version) 1) Incl. straight connector (30 V), ATEX version, M12x1 24-1072-2116
Including straight connector, 2-pole, M12x1, with 5 m cable 24-1882-5005
Incl. angled connector, 2-pole, M12x1, with 15 m cable 24-1882-5016
Piston sensor Without connector 24-1884-2785
Straight connector, 3-pole, M12x1, with 5 m cable 179-990-381
Angled connector, 3-pole, M12x1, with 5 m cable 179-990-382
Straight connector, 4-pole, M12x1 179-990-371
Angled connector, 4-pole, M12x1 179-990-372
Gear flow meter (standard version) For SMBM-X/-V 11 (333 imp/l) 24-0711-2816
For SMBM-X/-V 12 (167 imp/l) 24-0711-2811
For SMBM-X/-V 13 (83 imp/l) 24-0711-2812
Standard pulse sensor M12x1 2340-00000030
Straight connector, 3-pole, M12x1, with 2 m cable 2370-00000053
Straight connector, 3-pole, M12x1, with 5 m cable 179-990-381
Angled connector, 3-pole, M12x1, with 5 m cable 179-990-382
Straight connector, 4-pole, M12x1 179-990-371
Angled connector, 4-pole, M12x1 179-990-372
Gear flow meter (ATEX version) For SMBM-X/-V 11 (333 imp/l) EEX 24-0711-2813
For SMBM-X/-V 12 (167 imp/l) EEX 24-0711-2814
For SMBM-X/-V 13 (83 imp./l) EEX 24-0711-2815
Pulse sensor M12x1 standard EEX 2340-00000091
Straight connector, 2-pole, M12x1, with 5 m cable 24-1882-5005
Straight connector, 2-pole, M12x1, with 15 m cable 24-1882-5016
Monitoring units Group monitoring unit (signal transmitter and gear sensor SMBM-X/-V) 84-8011-0369
IPM-12 pulse monitoring unit (version of SMBM-X/-V gear flow meter) 84-8011-0380
IPM-12 Pulse Monitoring Unit (84-8011-0380) with M12 Connector 84-8011-0390
Changeover valves (standard version) 24VDC Electric Diverter Valves 24-1254-2486
24V DC connector as a spare part with built-in rectifier 24-1882-2029
Changeover valves (ATEX version) 24VDC Electric Diverter Valves 24-1254-3437
Adapter (must be ordered with valve) 24-1503-2552
Filter Oil filter with shut-off valve 24-0651-3041
Valve cover with flywheel 24-2104-2009
Filter element 100 microns 24-0651-2200
Seal kits Seal kit for gear flow meter 24-0404-2644
Seal kit for base segment 24-0404-2645
Seal kit for extension segment 24-0404-2646
Seal kit for valve mounting segment 24-0404-2647
Filter seal kit 24-0404-2293
Seal kit for top access connection module 24-0404-2648
Seal kit for changeover valve (ATEX version) 24-0404-2639
Support panels Base segment 24-0714-3483
Extension segment 24-0714-3484
Input segment 24-0714-3485
Segment for valve installation (changeover valve must be ordered separately) 24-0714-3486
Segment for filter installation (filter valve must be ordered separately) 24-0714-3487
Top-access connection module 24-0714-3440
Plug for empty positions of flow limiter 24-0711-2406
Inlet plug G1/2 95-0012-0908
Copper washer for inlet plug G1/2 DIN7603-A21X26-CU
Outlet plug G3/8 95-0038-0908
Copper washer for outlet plug G3/8 DIN7603-A17X21-CU
O-ring 12×2, for base segment, extension and filter, for SMBM-X and SMBM-V modules WVN532-12X2
Check valve, 2 pieces required only for base and extension segments with SMBM-V 24-2104-2049
Check valve installation tool 24-2104-2049 2350-00000078
End cap R 1/8, 1 piece required only per base and extension segment with SMBM-X 2030-00000002
Connecting screw for installing the support panel (spare part) 44-1821-2588
Mounting screw for installing the support panel, input segment (spare part) DIN912-M6X40-8.8
Mounting screw for installing the support panel (spare part) DIN912-M6X65-8.8
Mounting screw for installing the support panel, valve segment and filter (spare part) DIN912-M6X60-8.8