The Hydraulic Conductance Flow Meter (HCFM) is designed to perform quantitative root and stem analysis without having to dig up roots or drag limbs back to the lab.
| Specifications | ||
| Stem Ranges | : | 1 mm to 36 mm diameters |
| Flow Rates | : | 0.01 to 100 grams/hr in 5 overlapping ranges |
| Conductance | : | 7.7E-08 to 6.5E-04 Kg s-1 MPa-1 |
| Electronic A/D | : | 12-bit resolution dual Analog / Digital converters |
| Data Interface | : | Standard Parallel Port (via 1.5 m cable) |
| Battery | : | 12 VDC, 4 Amp hour |
| Charger | : | 110 - 220 VAC, typical time - overnight |
| Dimensions | : | 22 x 19 x 9 (61 x 48 x 23 cm) |
| Weight | : | 37 lb (16.8 kg) |
| Capacity | : | 24 oz. Degassed Water |
| Maximum Pressure | : | 90 psi (620 kPa) |
| Air Gas Tank | : | 6 cu.ft. (170 liter) with CGA-580 Valve & Connector |