Smart Omnidirectional Probes
A 14-hole omnidirectional probe with onboard processing, for flow of unknown or changing direction.
Angle and Velocity When Flow Direction Is Unknown
A smart omnidirectional probe pairs a 14-hole head with onboard processing. It reports angle of attack, yaw and pitch, velocity, static and total pressure and temperature in real time over USB, including in flow that changes direction or reverses.
The compact stainless steel probe suits wind tunnel flow mapping, angle-of-attack measurement and air data development, where setting up a pressure scanner and reduction software would slow the test.
At a Glance
- 14-hole head, 10 mm tip diameter
- Angle range ±160°
- Angle accuracy better than ±1°
- USB plug-and-play output
Smart Omnidirectional Probes Specifications
Manufacturer specifications for standard smart omnidirectional probe configurations. Extended-range and custom options, material and lead time are confirmed at quotation.
| Probe type | 14-hole omnidirectional probe with integrated electronics |
|---|---|
| Measurements | Angle of attack, yaw, pitch, velocity, static and total pressure, temperature |
| Angle range | ±160° |
| Angle accuracy | Better than ±1° |
| Tip diameter | 10 mm |
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Weight | Approximately 460 g |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +70°C |
| Output | Engineering units over USB |
More Than a Probe Supplier
K-Tec Systems manufactures the sensing and cabling around the probe in Ferndale, Michigan, so one U.S. team can support the whole measurement chain, from thermocouples and RTDs to wire harnesses.
Manufactured and supported in the U.S.
K-Tec Systems builds custom thermocouples, RTDs, wire harnesses and test stands at our Ferndale, Michigan, facility. The probe, the temperature sensing and the cabling can be specified together, with one U.S. team behind the order.
Flow and temperature at the same point
K-Tec thermocouples and RTDs can be integrated into compatible probe designs, so total pressure and temperature are measured at the same location.
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Thermocouples produced to ISO/IEC 17025 standards
Thermocouples for your test article are produced to ISO/IEC 17025 standards at K-Tec Systems.
Where Smart Omnidirectional Probes Are Used
Wind tunnel flow mapping
Velocity vectors in flow with large or unknown angles.
Angle-of-attack measurement
Direct angle output where flow direction cannot be assumed.
UAV and aircraft air data development
Reference measurements during sensor and airframe development.
Smart Omnidirectional Probes: Frequently Asked Questions
What is an omnidirectional probe?
A probe with many pressure ports on a spherical head, which lets it resolve flow direction over a very wide angle range rather than a narrow cone.
What angle range is covered?
±160° at better than ±1° accuracy. Confirm the figures for your configuration at quotation.
What is the operating temperature range?
-20°C to +70°C. For hotter flows, ask our team about other probe types.
How is it connected?
Over USB, plug and play, with processing done onboard.
How do I request a quote?
Call 248-414-4100 or submit the request form below with your flow conditions and mounting requirements.
Not sure which probe fits your test? See the full probe range or call 248-414-4100.
Other Probe Types
All probes are supplied in the U.S. by K-Tec Systems. Visit the fluid measurement probes overview.
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Flow direction and velocity measurement where the angle is unknown or the flow reverses, at angles up to ±155°.
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5-Hole Probes
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K-Tec Systems provides U.S. sales, application support and order coordination for Smart Omnidirectional Probes. Contact us to discuss your test requirements.
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