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TRACOM - Cutthroat Flume

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The Cutthroat flume was developed in the mid-1960’s by the Utah State University Water Research Laboratory. The flume’s name comes from the absence of the parallel-wall throat section that is included on the Parshall flume. Originally used in stream gauging and agricultural applications, cutthroat flumes are now used for other applications as well.

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Cutthroat flumes were designed to overcome the limitations Parshall flumes were faced with in flat gradient channels. Because of its unique characteristics, cutthroat flumes offer several distinct advantages, such as:
- Simple form
- Constant dimensional configuration
- Easily scalable to create intermediate sizes
- Easy silt and debris passage with straight through bottom
- Available in multiple sizes with many options
- Able to operate under free flow conditions with submergence ratios up to 79-88% (depending upon the flume size)

Ultrasonic mounting brackets
Bubble tubes
Sample tubes
Submerged probe cavities
Stilling wells (detached)
Staff gauges
Removable probe holders
Inlet and outlet end adapters
Pipe stubs
Flanged end connections
Fiberglass grating
Riser boxes
Multi-piece construction
Chemically resistant gel coat

TRACOM understands Cutthroat flumes often require additional parts and accessories. This is why we offer certain options when purchasing flumes. To make the most out of your Cutthroat flume, you can also request the following:

Ultrasonic mounting brackets
Bubble tubes
Sample tubes
Submerged probe cavities
Stilling wells (detached)
Staff gauges
Removable probe holders
Inlet and outlet end adapters
Pipe stubs
Flanged end connections
Fiberglass grating
Riser boxes
Multi-piece construction
Chemically resistant gel coat