Low-cost pressure sensor is accurate in harsh environments

In addition to the 316L stainless steel housing, the M5200 features a pressure port machined from a solid piece of 17-4 PH or 316L stainless steel. This shields the sensitive pressure media from O-rings, seals and welds that could expose it to corrosive elements, ensuring reliable, long term measurement. Measurement Specialties’ proprietary Microfused technology eliminates age-sensitive organic epoxies on the pressure media.

Different pressure ports and electrical configurations are available on the transducer to provide a customised, cost-effective unit specifically matched to a user’s application. Standard pressures range from 0-50psi (0-3.5bar) up to 0-15,000psi (0-1,000bar) in gage, sealed or compound gage configurations. The M5200 sensor operates over a temperature range from -40 to +125°C.

In addition to its heavy industrial CE approval, the M5200 features reverse polarity protection at input and short circuit protection at output to further ensure reliable operation. The weatherproof transducer is available in connection configurations such as bayonet, cable and M12 (IP67), Packard (IP66) and Form A and C (IP65). More than ten pressure ports, including BSPP, NPT, UNF and ISO 6149-2 options, add to the unit’s design flexibility.

An optional stainless steel snubber acts as a flow control mechanism, if needed. Both low and high volume applications can benefit from the cost-efficiencies and design options of the new transducer. 

Typical pricing for an M5200 starts at $30 (USD) each in 5,000 unit quantities. Delivery time is dependent upon quantity ordered.