MPXV5010GC6U

Pressure sensors and transducers are instrumentation tools designed to provide precise measurement of pressure. They are commonly used across multiple industries to help engineers accurately measure and monitor the amount of pressure experienced by many different components and systems. The MPXV5010GC6U is a micropower pressure sensor/transducer designed for use in automotive and industrial applications, and is particularly suitable for meter-in-the-loop pressure sensing applications. To understand the application field and working principle of this device, it is important to have basic knowledge of pressure transducers and the operation principles of the MPXV5010GC6U.

Pressure Sensor/Transducer

A pressure sensor/transducer is a device used to measure the pressure (or vacuum) of a physical parameter and convert it to an electrical signal. It is essentially a pressure-sensitive diaphragm with a signal-generating system embedded in it. When pressure is applied to the diaphragm, it deflects due to the pressure and the signal-generating system generates an output electrical signal corresponding to the pressure applied. There are various types of pressure sensors/transducers, with varying degrees of accuracy, operation range, dynamic range, and power specifications. They are used in a wide range of applications, ranging from automotive and industrial use to medical and environmental applications.

MPXV5010GC6U

The MPXV5010GC6U is a silicon-based micropower pressure sensor/transducer designed for use in automotive and industrial applications. It is designed for usage in a temperature range of -40 to 125°C, and is compliant with automotive requirements up to 125°C. Its output is directly proportional to the applied pressure, and it is calibrated to provide a linearized 4 mA to 20 mA output signal over a measurement range of 0 to 5 psi. It also features power safeguards such as diode protection, reverse polarity protection, and output clamping, making it resistant to most transient voltages. The device is ultra-low power and has a wide input range, making it suitable for meter-in-the-loop pressure sensing applications.

Working Principle

The working principle of the MPXV5010GC6U is based on the principle of force balance, where a pressure sensitive diaphragm is placed between two force generating elements—one of these is an external pressure or vacuum, which either compresses or expands the diaphragm, and the other is a spring, which applies an opposing force. This results in a balance between the two forces and the diaphragm is held in equilibrium. When pressure is applied to the diaphragm, it deflects and the change in its position is measured by optical or strain-gauge sensing elements. This change in position is then converted to a proportional voltage or current signal, which is then outputted. This signal can then be used to measure and monitor pressure.

Application Field

The MPXV5010GC6U is designed for use in automotive and industrial applications, such as tire pressure monitoring systems, vacuum control applications, and flow rate and level measurement systems. It is also suited for use in meter-in-the-loop pressure sensing applications, such as those used in building HVAC systems. It is also widely used in medical and environmental applications, such as medical ventilators, respirators, and aerosol drug delivery systems. The device is also suitable for use in portable electronic devices, as its low power consumption allows it to be used in devices with limited power supplies.

The MPXV5010GC6U is a versatile micropower pressure sensor/transducer designed for use in automotive and industrial applications. It is based on the principle of force balance and is calibrated to provide a linearized 4 mA to 20 mA output signal. It has a wide operating temperature range and is suitable for use in a variety of applications, such as tire pressure monitoring systems, vacuum control applications, flow rate and level measurement systems, and meter-in-the-loop pressure sensing applications. It can also be used in medical and environmental applications, and in portable electronic devices with limited power supplies.