Collecting consistent data throughout the entire automotive development and testing process alongside the need to validate the smallest of improvement increments < 1 g/kWh are examples of the major challenges facing the industry today.
Integrated measurement devices need to be able to cover the entire range of applications from close-to-engine, component testing, engine testbed applications and in-vehicle testing both on the chassis dyno and on the road.
The requirements for the successful measurement of transient engine operation both on engine testbeds and in the vehicle demand even faster dynamic response, extended measurement ranges, and increased accuracy.

AVL PLUtron features wide media compatibility with fuels, test fluids, water and even urea solutions. Flexible interfaces, such as CAN Bus and an optional handheld display facilitate flow meter adaptation for different tasks in every testing environment throughout the whole engineering and development process.
With its high level of robustness against vibration and shock, its extended temperature range, and IP67 protection class, the AVL PLUtron enables dynamic fuel consumption measurement even in harsh close-to-engine environment. Smart sensor control and advanced self-diagnostics ensure simple startup and reliable operation.
- Highest measurement uncertainty of ≤ 0.1 % of reading at data rates up to 100 Hz
- No influence on unit-under-test (Δp=0)
- Increased reliability under rough conditions thanks to robust design and long-term stable calibration
- Direct mass flow output - density measurement with incorporated density meter
- Unique plug-and-play usability for workflow optimization
- Higher flexibility due to large measuring ranges with high resolution, accuracy, and extended temperature ranges
- Reduced test time in component production at affordable cost of ownership
Technical Data | Unit |
Measurement range |
-3 ... 30 l/h* |
Measurement uncertainty (PLUtron CLASSIC / ADVANCED) • Volume / mass flow • Density (density meter option) |
≤ 0,3 % / ≤ 0,1 % (acc. DIN 1319)** ≤ 1 g/dm³ *** |
Data sampling rate (PLUtron CLASSIC / ADVANCED) | 10 / 100Hz |
Media | Standard up to 100% bio fuel/alcohol; compatible test fluid; water (with 1 % BONDERITE S-FN 7400), urea (e.g. AdBlue®) |
Operating pressure | 0,02 … 20 bar rel. |
Ambient and media temperature | -40 … 85 °C**** |
* Mass flow range depending on medium density |
AVL PLUtron impresses with truly unique functionality and simplifies daily measurement tasks:
Outstanding Dynamic Properties
Measurement uncertainty of ≤ 0.1 % of reading at data rates up to 100 Hz.
Flexibility in Daily Operation
Higher flexibility due to large measuring ranges with highest resolution, accuracy, and extended temperature ranges.
One System - All Information
Direct mass flow output. Incorporated sensors for density, temperature, and pressure measurement.
Real-Life Operation
Thanks to the bidirectional measurement capability and the PLU principle (Δp=0), the vehicle is not influenced in operation.
Reliability
Increased reliability under rough conditions thanks to robust design and long-term stable calibration.
Ease of Use
Unique plug-and-play usability for workflow optimization and reduced test time in component production at affordable cost of ownership.
In-vehicle Testing
In-vehicle testing on gasoline vehicles, such as passenger cars or motorcycles, in UREA and water applications, where robustness against pressure pulsation and vibration is an increasingly important feature in order to provide reliable results.
Close-to-engine applications
Close-to-engine applications have very demanding requirements, such as a high data rate in combination with highest dynamics and robustness. This high dynamic and robust measurement capability ensures reproducible measurements of consumption flow even in pulsating flow conditions.
End-of-line testing
End-of-line testing in component production is a demanding field of application. PLUtron increases testbed efficiency with faster stabilization and shorter measurement times.
Generic flow meter applications
Generic flow meter applications on testbeds and in the lab, such as durability testing or HC- and SCR-dosing system characterization, profit most from flexible interfaces and simple setup supported by intelligent self-diagnostics.
Solution Sheet AVL PLUtron CLASSIC
Solution sheet for the AVL PLUtron CLASSIC measuring system
Solution Sheet AVL PLUtron ADVANCED
Solution sheet for the AVL PLUtron ADVANCED measuring system
Customer Success Story AVL PLUtron HMC
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