P51-50-A-AA-M12-20MA-000-000

Pressure Sensors, Transducers

P51-50-A-AA-M12-20MA-000-000 pressure sensors are used for the numerical detection of pressure in various applications. This type of sensor consists of a piezoresistive chip, a stainless steel diaphragm, and an electrical package. As the pressure in the system changes, the diaphragm is deformed and the piezoresistive chip detects the change in pressure. This change is then converted into an electrical signal.

Application Field

Pressure sensors and transducers are widely used in industrial and process automation applications, including chemical, petrochemical, metallurgical, and nuclear engineering. Due to their high accuracy, they are commonly used for flow measurement, process control, automatic fill/empty systems, and safety protection. Pressure sensors and transducers are also used to detect and monitor pressure in systems, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and fuel lines.

Working Principle

Pressure sensors and transducers work on the principle of piezoresistance. In this type of sensor, a diaphragm made of stainless steel or a similar material is clamped between two plates. When pressure is applied to the system, the diaphragm is deformed, and the piezoresistor changes its resistance in response to the pressure. This change in resistance is then converted into an electrical signal.

The output signal of the pressure sensor or transducer can be in form of an analog voltage or a digital signal, depending on the type of sensor. The analog voltage is usually in the range of 0.2-4.5V depending on the range of the sensor and varies with the pressure. The digital output of the sensor is usually in the form of an SPI or I2C communication protocol.

Conclusion

P51-50-A-AA-M12-20MA-000-000 pressure sensors are widely used in various applications, such as process automation, safety protection, and flow measurement. They work by converting the force or pressure applied to a diaphragm into an electrical signal, which can be analog or digital depending on the type of sensor. This type of sensor is highly accurate and reliable, and therefore is used in many industrial and commercial applications.