
Autoclave pressure sensor for measuring vacuum and steam pressures from -0.9 to +2.2 bar gauge with a 0 to 10 volt output signal. This sensor has an integrated cooling element which raises the operating temperature range of the sensor to 150 degC.
The DMP331P is specifically designed for monitoring vacuum and steam pressures in autoclaves. This sensor is unique due to its integrated cooling element, a feature that allows it to withstand the high temperatures common in autoclave sterilization processes. The cooling element extends the operational temperature range of the sensor to 150°C, ensuring accurate and reliable pressure measurements even under extreme conditions. This makes it ideal for applications where both vacuum and high-temperature steam are employed.
This DMP331P pressure transducer offers a 0 to 10-volt output signal, which is a standard format easily integrated with various control and monitoring systems. This analog output provides a continuous and proportional voltage corresponding to the measured pressure, enabling precise monitoring and control of the autoclave environment. The capability to measure vacuum pressures makes this sensor suitable for autoclaves that utilize vacuum cycles for improved steam penetration and air removal. This is particularly important in applications where complete sterilization is critical, such as in healthcare, laboratory research, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
By utilizing this DMP331P pressure transducer, autoclave manufacturers and users can ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of their sterilization processes. The sensor’s ability to withstand high temperatures and provide accurate pressure readings contributes to maintaining the integrity and safety of the autoclave operations. The robust design and specialized features of this sensor make it a valuable component in ensuring the reliability and performance of autoclave systems.
The DMP 331P pressure transducer plays a critical role in ensuring the precise pressure control required for effective sterilization in both medical and industrial settings. In hospital operating rooms, this sensor accurately monitors the steam pressure within autoclaves responsible for sterilizing surgical instruments, implants, and medical devices. This precise pressure monitoring ensures the complete elimination of harmful microorganisms, safeguarding patients against infection.
In pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, this pressure transducer is integrated into autoclave systems used to sterilize process equipment, containers, and packaging materials. By accurately measuring both vacuum and steam pressures, the sensor ensures the efficacy of sterilization cycles, contributing to the production of safe and sterile medications. Similarly, in biotechnology laboratories, this sensor is crucial for monitoring the sterilization of bioreactors and fermentation vessels, preventing contamination and maintaining the integrity of biopharmaceutical products.
Beyond the medical and pharmaceutical fields, this autoclave pressure transducer finds application in industries where product quality and safety depend on reliable sterilization. Food processing plants rely on autoclaves equipped with this sensor to sterilize packaged food products, preventing spoilage and extending shelf life. The sensor’s ability to withstand high temperatures and accurately measure vacuum and steam pressures ensures the complete sterilization of food products, maintaining quality and consumer safety.
The DMP 331P pressure transducer’s robust design, integrated cooling element, and wide pressure measurement range make it an essential component in maintaining the performance and safety of autoclave sterilization processes across various critical industries.

DMP331P Vacuum and Positive Pressure Transmitter
- Pressure Range: -0.9 to +2.2
- Units: bar
- Range Type: Compound Gauge (-P1 to +P2)
- Output Signal: 0-10V (3 wire)
- Accuracy: 0.35% 0.4bar range min, 0.5% below
- Electrical Connection: DIN43650A plug IP65
- Process Connection: G1/2 Flush DIN3852, 1bar range min
- Process Connector Material: Stainless steel 316L
- Diaphragm Material: Stainless Steel 316L
- Media & Temperature: 150degC max, FKM seal