High pressure transducer for pressure testing applications with 4-20mA current loop or amplified voltage output signal available in pressure ranges from 0…4 bar (60 psi) up to 0…1000 bar (15,000 psi) gauge with a measurement accuracy of 0.1%.
The TPSA precision high pressure transducer utilises a robust stainless steel 17-4 PH diaphragm with bonded foil strain gauges, and incorporates an innovative mechanical design which makes the sensor insensitive to tightening during installation.
The TPSA precision high pressure transducer is suitable for applications that require high accuracy in dynamic hydraulic test systems.
Product Parameters
- Pressure Ranges: from 4 up to 1000 bar gauge are available
- Accuracy: 0.1% FS > 100 bar, 0.15% FS < 100 bar
- Output Signal: 4 to 20 mA current or amplified voltage output available
- Electrical Connections: Plug and cable options with IP65 to 67 protection rating
- Pressure Connections: BSP, NPT, UNF and metric threads, male or female
Product Description
Robust sensing technology
The TPSA high pressure transducer has a sensing element that is machined from one piece of 17-4ph Stainless Steel which results in a uniform structural lattice for higher mechanical integrity without the need for composite high precision welding. The sensing element is TIG welded to a specially designed pressure connector which isolates the sensing element from external mechanical stresses such as the ones induced when installing a pressure transducer.
The sensing diaphragm of the TPSA hydraulic pressure transducers is typically 0.8-1.0mm thick which makes the diaphragm very strong and durable. A Wheatstone bridge arrangement of foil strain gauges are bonded to the reverse side of the diaphragm which are then connected to a signal conditioning PCB for rationalising the pressure transducers output.
Output Signal & Pressure Ranges
The TPSA high pressure transducer has a 4-20mA current loop, 5 or 10 volt output with pressure ranges from 0 to 4 bar (60 psi) up to 0 to 1000 bar (15,000 psi) and achieves a typical measurement accuracy of 0.1% full scale best straight line.
Electrical Connections
The TPSA high pressure transducer can be configured for most applications with a selection of electrical connections such as a DIN 43650 plug, M12 connector, Amphenol military bayonet style plug, Binder connector and integral cable gland.
Process Fittings
A complete choice of pressure connections are also available with G1/4 male or female, 1/8 or 1/4 NPT male or female, G1/2A male, M12 or M14 x 1.5 male and 7/16-20 UNF male or female.
Avoid these application issues
Hydraulic pressure test stands can be extremely unforgiving to some pressure transducers especially in highly dynamic systems which are testing hydraulic actuators or valves.
In some hydraulic systems it maybe appropriate to combine all of the methods below to protect a pressure transducer but it is also worth carefully choosing the pressure sensing technology that is most suited to the punishing changes in pressure it will be subjected to as part of a high pressure test stand.
Pressure surges
The constant opening and closing of hydraulic valves can create large surges in pressure sending shockwaves through the system. If the most appropriate pressure sensing technology is not employed this can lead to irreparable damage to the sensing element.
Blocked snubbers
One method to protect a high pressure transducer in a hydraulic system is to fit a snubber or a restriction inside the pressure connection. A snubber is very effective in absorbing high frequency shock pressures, but there is a trade off with the dynamic response and over time the snubber or restriction could become blocked from a build up of contaminant particles.
Compromising precision for overpressure
Another method to reduce the effect of hydraulic pressure spikes is to use a much higher range pressure transducer than you need so that its over-pressure rating is effectively increased. But this again leads to compromise in measurement performance which in this case is a combination of accuracy, signal to noise and lower output signal.
Product Help
1/4″ SAE female connector port
Is it possible for TPSA to have a 1/4″ SAE female connection?
Yes, the 7/16-20 UNF-2A female (SAE 4) process connection option is the same as a 1/4″ SAE female.
50 bar range overpressure
I have a question about this sensors’ overpressure limit. Does this indicate the pressure at which the sensor’s accuracy will be influenced? For instance, the 0 to 50 bar measurement range has an overpressure of 150 bar. Does this mean that I can fit it within a system which could potentially go up to 150 bar, but only trust the readings up to 50 bar?
Yes that is correct, you will only be able to trust the accuracy of the reading up to 50 bar, but there maybe some over-range measurement output since the signal is not capped at exactly 100% of range, but this is not checked or calibrated.
An over-pressure can be applied up to the max rating without the sensor accuracy being affected beyond specification limits. There maybe be some zero offset which can be easily corrected by the user, and the span shift will not exceed the stated accuracy specification on the data sheet.
If the over-pressure is exceeded, this may cause a zero or span shift beyond specification limits or even cause permanent damage to the sensing performance, however the mechanical integrity should not be compromised unless the pressure exceeds the burst pressure.
Over-pressure limits are intended to be for temporary unexpected events such as a system failure condition, and not a frequent or cyclic operational pressure limit.
Safety factor over-pressure
Looking to measure pressure in a hydraulic system, the operating range is up to 400 bar, but I would like some safety factor on over pressure.
A 400 bar range TPSA has an over-pressure rating of 1,200 bar, and a burst pressure rating of 2,000 bar.
1/2 NPT male special option
We need a 1000 bar pressure transmitter for high pressure application, with a cable electrical connection, and also a 1/2NPT male pressure connection, is it possible to provide the TPSA with a 1/2 NPT male connection, since I do not see that option on the data sheet?
Yes it is possible to supply the TPSA with a 1/2 NPT male, which is a special option not mentioned on the standard data sheet. The optional part code for 1/2-14 NPT male is “J”.
- SKU ID: s1-tpsa-96-28134
- Part No: TPSA-E-J-F-B01M-T-V 2130X000X00
- Pressure Range: 0 to 1000
- Units: bar
- Range Type: Positive Gauge (atm to +P)
- Output Signal: 4-20mA
- Electrical Connection: Integral shielded cable (2 metre long)
- Process Connection: 1/2-14 NPT male
Steel only exposed to process fluid
The TPSA description mentions that the sensor diaphragm is milled from a single piece of Stainless. Can you confirm that this means that the only material in contact with process fluid would be steel, or is there anything else, such as seals that would also be exposed?
The wetted parts are all welded INOX 17-4PH Stainless Steel. If using the G1/4 male fitting you will need to use a dowty (bonded) seal which has an incorporated elastomer seal made from Nitrile, EPDM or Viton, but these can easily be replaced if they deteriorate over time.
500 bar with 3 times overpressure
I am searching for an industrial pressure transmitter which is going to be used in hydraulic systems, and my requirements include an output signal of 4 – 20mA, accuracy of ±0.35% FSO, with non linearity & hysteresis less than 0.25% FSO, and a response time of better than 5 msec.
The TPSA with a 500 bar range has a 3x overpressure rating and a response time which is less than 1 msec.
- SKU ID: s1-tpsa-0001
- Part No: TPSA-E-1-E-B05C-T-V-2130-X-000-A-0-0
- Pressure Range: 500
- Overpressure Rating: 1500
- Units: bar
- Range Type: Positive Gauge (atm to +P)
- Output Signal: 4-20mA
- Response Time (10…90% FSO): < 1 msec
- Accuracy: < 0.1% FSO typical
- Electrical Connection: DIN43650A standard plug IP65
- Optional Mating Connectors: DIN43650A standard IP65
- Process Connection: G1/4 male (DIN3852-A)
0-10Vdc output resolution & noise level
What is the output resolution including noise levels for the TPSA with 0-10Vdc output?
The TPSA has an analogue amplifier so there is no limit on resolution that you would normally see using a sensor with a digital amplifier. The noise level is around 5mV pk-pk.
Positioning sensitivity
What is the position effect that I have noticed is specified on some data sheets such as the one for the TPSA?
Most pressure sensors rely on the movement of a diaphragm to convert a change in pressure into an electrical signal. The size and mass of a pressure diaphragm will vary depending on the pressure range and technology utilised. Since the diaphragm is typically flat and thin, it will flex or sag under its own weight in certain orientations. The lower the pressure range the more sensitive the sensor will be to changes in orientation.
In some types of pressure sensors there is also a sealed oil filled void behind an isolation diaphragm which protects the sensing diaphragm from exposure to corrosive media. An oil filled device will suffer from an additional position effect caused by the hydrostatic pressure of the volume of oil acting on the sensing diaphragm.
Since the TPSA is a sensor for high range pressures with a relative thick stainless steel diaphragm and no oil-fill, there will be negligible affect on performance when changing it’s mounting position as stated in the specification data sheet.
Calibration temperature
At what temperature is the TPSA pressure transducer calibrated?
It is calibrated at 23 degC (room temperature) and the readings at zero and full scale are included on the production calibration report that accompanies the transducer.
The temperature errors are also checked over the compensated temperature range of -10 to +85 degC to verify each transducer is inside the specification limits.
Total accuracy
What is the overall accuracy for the TPSA pressure transducer within the specified operating temperatures, is the total %FSO a summation of the accuracy and temperature effects, as well as long term stability?
There are many parameters that can affect accuracy, but using the combination of errors which are on the TPSA data sheet the total uncertainty would be as follows:
Non-Linearity, Hysteresis and Repeatability at room temperature = 0.15% FS BSL (~0.3% TSL) max.
Temperature Effects for zero and span = 2 x 0.008%/degC x 95degC = 1.52% FS max.
Total error over -10 to +85 DegC ~ +/- 1.82% FS max.
If you null the zero and span offsets during installation this would be the total error.
Also another error to consider is the long term stability of 0.1% FS/year, so after a period of 1 year the total uncertainty would be more like +/- 1.92% FS.
Related Documents
Specification data sheet
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