Superflow calls it the new standard in digital flow testing, with more capacity than its predecessor, the sf600, and increased accuracy with digital measurements. Superflow sf1020 superbench they really havent changed since 2007. By selecting proper orifice combinations, the flow meter can be used in nine ranges from 10 cfm 4. The product that started it all for superflow, a simple device to measure and quantify the amount of air flow through cylinder head runners and intake manifolds.
The last step for many teams is testing on a chassis dyno. Superflow corporation, the industry standard for flow benches, suggests 25 inches of water. Similar products available to consumers were evaluated as well. We didnt stop there, by the early 1980s we had designed the first computerized engine dynamometer followed shortly by windyn, the first windows based dyno software in the early 90s. Flow bench quality auto parts, new, used and recycled auto. Understanding and working with superflow flowbenches street. Among these items, one of the most useful is the superflow flowcom unit.
Flow bench new and used automotive parts and accessories on. Just put it on the tabletop, plug it in and start testing with digital computer accuracy. Superflow made its name in the performance industry after introducing the first production flowbench, the sf110, in 1972. The formula for calculating horsepower from flow test data measured at 28 of test pressure is as follows. The software update deployment superflow provides information that helps you to prepare for and deploy software updates after you configure the software updates infrastructure and. Cylinder head development can be quantified on the flow bench, and superflow offers a variety of models to suit any shops needs and budget.
An air flow bench is a device used for testing the internal aerodynamic qualities of an engine component and is related to the more familiar wind tunnel it is used primarily for testing the intake and exhaust ports of cylinder heads of internal combustion engines. It will find the tip of the valve and zero itself out, step through all lifts, stabilize a predetermined amount of time, record data and advance to the next lift. Download software update deployment superflow from official. Superflow sf600 flow bench used for sale in allentown. The standard measure for flow testing is 28 of test pressure on a superflow 600 flow bench. The completely portable sf60 is superflow s most economical flowbench for testing gokarts and small twostroke engines. How to build a flow bench for port and flow testing cylinder. It flows 90 cfm at 15 of water 42 ls at 38 cm and weighs only 33 lbs. Here is a link to the super flow site featuring this bench. Dec 15, 2015 cylinder head development can be quantified on the flow bench, and superflow offers a variety of models to suit any shops needs and budget. In the 1970s the goal was to win formula v races, a hobby of superflows founder.
Superflow sf60 flowbench honda clone bsp box stock briggs. Flow bench new and used automotive parts and accessories. Mar 17, 2010 see how we flow test a stock motocross 2010 yz450f cylinder head using a flow bench. The superflow sf750 outlined here is a great bench for even a big engine shop.
I regularly have the shop check the flow on one port of a customers head just to make sure nothing has changed. If you use our automatic valve opener and a motor controller like a superflow 1020 bench, you can start the test, then sit back and watch as the port flow analyzer runs the entire test. Here you will find all sorts of parts to help you build your own flow bench or tools to use when you perform your testing. Understanding and working with superflow flowbenches. These are a great starter flow bench for a person getting into flow testing.
Oct 01, 2002 superflow corporation, the industry standard for flow benches, suggests 25 inches of water. Flow and depression signals are obtained by teeing into the plastic tubing that feeds the manometers on your bench. Aznew flow bench testing fluid 5lt can also use afic9003 5l or afic9002 tb42. The sf60 is a great learning tool for schools, allowing you to teach the principles of flowbench testing on an affordable bench, with the timesaving benefits. Flow bench testing tools custom machine designed products made in the usa. The product that started it all for superflow, a simple device to measure and quantify the amount of airflow through cylinder head runners and intake manifolds. Flow bench testing tools custom machine designed products. Cylinder head flow testing tech articles high perfromance. The ez flow kits come in two sizes, for either 4or 6inch pvc.
Superflow sf 1020sb flow bench for sale allpar forums. The test pressure is read on a manometer attached to the bench while a rotary valve is controlled by the. Since 1972 superflow products have been used daily by performance engine builders, engine and transmission remanufacturers, the u. New and used automotive parts and accessories on sale. Test drop testing cylinder heads is all about measuring airflow and evaluating changes made to.
For comparison, results from the same head on a superflow 110 tm are graphed to show how well the results agree with an accepted industry standard flow bench. The formula for calculating horsepower from flow test data measured at. Get your orifices flow tested on an existing bench such as a superflow and record the figures, test orifices at the inclined manometers rise height eg 7 to aid in accurate calibrating. Superflow is a global engineering leader specializing in test and remanufacturing equipment for vehicle drivelines. Today, superflow produces a series of air flow test benches used for things like increasing engine performance and fuel economy, developing catalytic. The sf110 and sf120 utilize five flow orifices at the top of the machine and an inclined flow meter for accurate measurement. In fact, superflow resells port flow analyzer software, pitot tubes, swirl meter, and other accessories with its flow benches. Today, superflow produces a series of air flow test benches used for things like increasing engine. Some flow bench manufacturers will build flow pro into the bench for you. Flow bench carb dry flow testing fixture superflow holley. Understanding and working with superflow flowbenches enginelabs. It also supports direct data acquisition via flow pro sensors, or superflows flowcom, or the superflow sf1020 bench. Accuracy of my flowbench has been verified by comparing flow results of three precision machined orifice plates with those from a state of the art flowbench at fords hq in the usa.
See how we flow test a stock motocross 2010 yz450f cylinder head using a flow bench. There are also many devices that can make the flow bench much more versatile for any shop. Flow bench testing tools cylinder head flowbench testing. In the 1970s the goal was to win formula v races, a hobby of superflow s founder. Keep your eyes open for new products being added in the future. The sf750 flowbench by superflow is the industry standard for digital flow testing with an increased capacity as well as increased accuracy. Like the system to measure airspeed on an airplane, a pitot tube employs a protrusion into the airflow with a number of holes placed inline with, and tangent.
Cylinder head flow testing super flow ma,ct,nh,vt,me,ri. Superflow sf60 flow bench for sale bobs 4 cycle karting. When we start to look at the flow of a cylinder head on a superflow bench we are looking for multiple pieces of data. This is pretty close to as top of the line as they come. Super flow sf 1020sb, manufactured in 2007 but only has about 50 hours of operation time on it. How to build a flow bench for port and flow testing. The most basic bench accessories include the various flow adapters, radius plates, and fixtures to mount the test piece and open the valves a measured amount. Military and allies worldwide, technical schools, race teams, speed shops, universities, and leading automotive.
Flowbench flow testing inlet flow guide ls3 heads superflow nascar imca arca. The rugged and durable sf110 tests engines up to 100 hp 75 kw per cylinder. Gm 781 cylinder head flow bench testing 620hp streetstrip 454 big block chevy duration. Test drop testing cylinder heads is all about measuring airflow and evaluating changes made to port flow in search of more flow. I have calibrated this bench using my machine shops superflow as the standard.
This is part 1 of a 3 part urtesy of pro1 racing heads. Operators can use the port flow analyzer flow bench software. Traditionally, these measurements are taken with a pitot static probe. Power calculations from flow bench testing of cfm intake air flow. Im no longer porting heads and just need to liquidate. Flow rates at another higher pressure eg 28 can be taken also to check orifice characteristics at higher pressures if wanted. Jan 15, 2015 in fact, superflow resells port flow analyzer software, pitot tubes, swirl meter, and other accessories with its flow benches. Accuracy of my flowbench has been verified by comparing flow results of three precision machined orifice plates with those from a. The superflow 600 flow bench is easily the most popular and capable flow bench on the market today, so this is the bench that we use as our standard for discussion.
Nov 01, 2015 some flow bench manufacturers will build flow pro into the bench for you. The jmr flowbench is based on audie tecnologys flow quik computerised processor and variable motor controller. Military and allies worldwide, technical schools, race teams, speed shops, universities, and leading automotive manufacturers to produce. Welcome to the world of flowbenching, thanks for stopping by. Problem with bench calibration using a superflow type plate hi all, ive had my bench for over a year now and not really bothered much about comparing it to superflow figures until a little while ago. Connect it to a computer and use port flow analyzer software to speed up your port flow testing. Each superflow also includes links to relevant resources, such as web sites or local files that are copied to your computer when you install the superflow. When you are ready to start your flowbench build checkout my pts flowbench parts.
We offer a plethora of flow bench for your vehicle needs. I have a head flowed by them, then put the head on my bench and adjust factors in the calculating tables to get the same readings. Superflow flowbenches sf110120 the industrys most popular flowbench the original, industry standard sf110 flowbench is used by professional motorcycle and automotive engine rebuilders all around the world. Flow performance products price list, prices are in usd. Chevy smallblock heads on the flow bench chevy diy. Problem with bench calibration using a superflow type plate. Today, superflow produces a series of air flow test benches used for things like increasing engine performance and fuel economy, developing. The temperature probe is designed as a screwin replacement for the dial type probes used on many benches. The completely portable sf60 is superflows most economical flowbench for testing gokarts and small twostroke engines.
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