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Technology Used




   Sensor Technology:       
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Mechanical Deflection
 
     An elastic or flexible element mechanically deflects with a change in pressure, for example a diaphragm, Bourdon tube, or bellows.
 
   Piston
 
     A sealed piston / cylinder measures changes in pressure.
 
   Strain Gauge
 
     Strain gages (strain-sensitive variable resistors) are bonded to parts of the structure that deform as the pressure changes. These strain gages are typically used as elements in a Wheatstone bridge circuit, which is used to make the measurement.
 
   Semiconductor Piezoresistive
 
     Piezoresistive sensors are based on semiconductor technology. The change in resistance is not only because of a change in the length and width (as it is with strain gage) but because of a shift of electrical charges within the resistor. These are very sensitive devices.
 
   Piezoelectric
 
     Piezoelectric pressure sensors measure dynamic and quasi-static pressures. The common modes of operation are charge mode, which generates a high-impedance charge output; and voltage mode, which uses an amplifier to convert the high-impedance charge into a low-impedance output voltage.
 
   Thin Film
 
     An extremely thin layer of material is deposited on a substrate by sputtering, chemical vapor deposition, or other technique. This technology incorporates a compact design with good temperature stability. There are a variety of materials used in thin film technology, such as titanium nitride and polysilicon.
 
   MEMS
 
     Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) are typically manufactured by silicon surface micromachining.
 
   Variable Capacitance
 
     The capacitance change results from the movement of a diaphragm element. The deflection of the diaphragm causes a change in capacitance that is detected by a bridge circuit.
 
   Vibrating Element
 
     These devices use a vibrating element technology, such as silicon resonance.
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary technologies.
 
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Pressure Reading




           
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Absolute
 
     Absolute pressure is relative to a perfect vacuum.
 
   Differential
 
     Differential pressure is the difference between two input pressures.
 
   Gauge
 
     Gauge pressure is the pressure measured above the local atmospheric pressure. It is the most common pressure measurement.
 
   Compound
 
     Devices can display both positive and negative (vacuum) pressures.
 
   Sealed
 
     Sealed gauge pressure is relative to one atmosphere at sea level (14.7 psi) regardless of local atmospheric pressure.
 
   Vacuum
 
     Vacuum pressure is lower than atmospheric pressure.
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary measurement types.
 
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Material to Measure




           
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Liquid
 
     The device measures the pressure of liquids.
 
   Gas
 
     The device measures the pressure of gases.
 
   Hazardous
 
     The device is rated by the manufacturer for hazardous duty.
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary materials to measure.
 
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Features




           
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Temperature Output
 
     Devices provide temperature measurement outputs.
 
   Temperature Compensation
 
     Devices include built-in factors that prevent pressure measurement errors due to temperature changes.
 
   Alarm Indicator
 
     Devices have a built-in audible or visual alarm, not just a switch or relay closure.
 
   TTL Compatible Switch
 
     The output switch is compatible with transistor-transistor logic (TTL).
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary features.
 
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Specifications




   Working Pressure Range
 
     The maximum allowable pressure at which a system or piece of equipment is designed to operate safely. The extremes of this range should be determined in accordance with the expected pressure range the device must operate within. It is common practice that this value should not exceed 75% of the devices maximum rated range. For example: if the device has a maximum rated range of 100 psi then the working range should not exceed 75 psi.
 
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   Accuracy
 
     The difference (error) between the true value and the indication expressed as percent of the span. It includes the combined effects of method, observer, apparatus and environment.
ASME B40.1 and DIN accuracy grades are frequently used:
Grade 4A (0.1% Full Scale)
Grade 3A (0.25% Full Scale)
Grade 2A (0.5% Full Scale)
Grade 1A (1% Full Scale)
Grade A (1% middle half, 2% first and last quarters)
Grade B (2% middle half, 3% first and last quarters)
Grade C (3% middle half, 4% first and last quarters)
Grade D (5% Full Scale)
Measurement Accuracy (% of Full Scale). In cases where the accuracy differs between middle span and the first and last quarters of the scale, the largest % error is reported.
 
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   Vacuum Range
 
     Vacuum range is the span of pressures from the lowest vacuum pressure to the highest vacuum prresure (e.g., from 0 to 30 inches of mercury VAC).
 
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   Operating Temperature
 
     The full-required range of ambient operating temperature.
 
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Signal Output




          Signal output is the type of electrical signal produced.
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Analog Voltage
 
     The output voltage is a simple (usually linear) function of the measurement.
 
   Analog Current
 
     Analog current levels or transmitters such as 4 – 20 mA are suitable for sending signals over long distances. Current is imposed on the output circuit proportional to the measurement. Feedback is used to provide the appropriate current regardless of line noise and impedance.
 
   RS232 / RS485
 
     RS232 and RS485 are serial communication protocols that transmit data one bit at a time. RS232 provides a standard interface between data terminal and data communications equipment. RS485 can be transformed into a multi-point application.
 
   Parallel
 
     Parallel outputs such as printer ports and Centronics ports transmit data in groups of bits. The general-purpose interface bus (GPIB) or IEEE 488 is a popular parallel interface for connecting computers, peripherals, and laboratory instruments.
 
   HART® Protocol
 
     The highway addressable remote transducer (HART®) protocol uses 1200 baud frequency shift keying (FSK) based on the Bell 202 standard to superimpose digital signals on conventional 4-20 mA analog signals. This enables two-way communication and facilitates the transmission of information beyond normal process variables to and from smart field instruments. The HART protocol communicates without interrupting the analog signal and allows a host application (master) to receive two or more digital updates per second from a field device (slave). Because they are phase-continuous, the digital FSK signals do not interfere with the analog 4-20 mA signals. HART is a registered trademark of the HART Communication Foundation.
 
   PROFIBUS®
 
     The process fieldbus (PROFIBUS®) is a popular, open communication standard used in factory automation, process automation, motion control, and safety applications. PROFIBUS is standardized in IEC 71158 and IEC 61784 and is suitable for both fast, time-critical applications and complex communication tasks. PROFIBUS is a registered trademark of PROFIBUS International.
 
   DeviceNet
 
     DeviceNet uses controller area network (CAN) network protocol to connect industrial devices such as limit switches, photoelectric cells, valve manifolds, motor starters, drives, and operator displays to programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and personal computers (PCs).
 
   FOUNDATION Fieldbus
 
     The FOUNDATION fieldbus is a serial, all-digital, two-way communication system that serves as a local area network (LAN) for factory instrumentation and control devices. It uses a line or tree topology and distributed data transfer (DDT). In the hierarchy of digital networks, the FOUNDATION fieldbus is on the lower end.
 
   Ethernet
 
     Ethernet is a local area network (LAN) protocol that uses a bus or star typology and supports data transfer rates of 10 Mbps. The Ethernet specification is the basis for the IEEE 802.3 standard, which specifies the physical and lower software layers. To handle simultaneous demands, Ethernet uses carrier sense multiple access / collision detection (CSMA/CD) to monitor network traffic.
 
   Frequency
 
     The output signal is encoded via amplitude modulation (AM), frequency modulation (FM), or some other modulation scheme such as sine wave or pulse train; however, the signal is still analog in nature.
 
   Special Digital (TTL)
 
     Devices produce digital outputs other than standard serial or parallel signals. Examples include transistor-transistor logic (TTL) outputs.
 
   Switch / Alarm
 
     The output is a change in state of a switch or alarm.
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary outputs.
 
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Scale Specifications




   Scale Units:      Scale Units: Select the desired pressure measurement units. Common units are given. Special units and compound ranges are usually available.
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   psi
 
     Pounds per square inch (PSI).
 
   kPa
 
     kilo Pascals - standard atmospheric pressure is 101,325 Pa or 101.325 kPa
 
   bar
 
     A unit of measure of atmospheric pressure. One bar is equal to 0.987 atmospheres
 
   inches of Hg
 
     One inch of mercury is equivalent to 33.86 millibars.
 
   cm of Hg
 
     A metric measure of pressure.
 
   feet of H2O
 
     The pressure equivalent for 1 foot of water is .0295 atm
 
   kg/cm2
 
     The pressure equivalent for 1 kg/cm2 is .9678 atm
 
   oz/in2
 
     The pressure equivalent for 1 atmosphere of pressure is approx. 235 oz / in2
 
   inches of H2O
 
     The pressure equivalent for 1 inch of water is .00245 atm
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted or specialized scale units.
 
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Part Numbers for Digital Pressure Gauges

Part # Distributor Manufacturer Product Category Description
DPI-610-PC-300-G Fotronic Corporation/Test Equipment Depot GE Druck Not Provided Portable Digital Calibrator with a 300 psi Pressure Range (Gauge Model)
DPI-610HC-3000-SG Fotronic Corporation/Test Equipment Depot GE Druck Not Provided High Pressure Portable Digital Calibrator with a 3000 psi Pressure Range (Sealed Gauge Model)
DPI-610PC-150-G Fotronic Corporation/Test Equipment Depot GE Druck Not Provided Portable Pneumatic Digital Calibrator with a 150 psi Pressure Range (Gauge Model)
734-1160-ND Digi-Key SSI Technologies Inc Sensors, Transducers SENSOR DIGITAL GAUGE 100PSI LCD
734-1158-ND Digi-Key SSI Technologies Inc Sensors, Transducers SENSOR DIGITAL GAUGE 5000PSI LCD
734-1153-ND Digi-Key SSI Technologies Inc Sensors, Transducers SENSOR DIGITAL GAUGE 100PSI LCD
734-1123-ND Digi-Key SSI Technologies Inc Sensors, Transducers SENSOR DIGITAL GAUGE 75PSI LCD
734-1129-ND Digi-Key SSI Technologies Inc Sensors, Transducers SENSOR DIGITAL GAUGE 1000PSI LCD
734-1152-ND Digi-Key SSI Technologies Inc Sensors, Transducers SENSOR DIGITAL GAUGE 30PSI LCD
DPI-615PC-100-G Fotronic Corporation/Test Equipment Depot GE Druck Not Provided Portable Digital Calibrator with a 100 psi Pressure Range (Gauge Model)

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