Dual Output Pressure Sensors for Pressure & Temperature
Jun 21, 2021
Did you know that Gems makes a pressure sensor with dual outputs? Yes, we do!!
In many applications, a customer will want to measure both the pressure and the temperature of their application. With the 3101, 3102, 3103 (and the Heavy-Duty Versions: 3201, 3202 and 3203), the customer can choose the pressure range they desire to measure and choose a temperature range they desire to measure:
3101 / 3201
These models will give you measured pressure in volts on Vout1 and the measured temperature from -40°C to +125°C on Vout2
3102 / 3202
These models will give you measured pressure in volts on Vout1 and the measured temperature from 0°C to +100°C on Vout2
3103 / 3203
These models will give you measured pressure in volts on Vout1 and the measured temperature form 0°C to 80°C on Vout2.
The output configuration of Vout2 is the same as the output format of Vout1. For example, if you chose a part number that is configured like:
3102 C 100PG 02 E 0 00
The pressure output will be 1 to 6 VDC over 0 to 100 psi
The temperature output will be 1 to 6 VDC over 0°C to +100 °C
Applications
Hydraulic Power Unit: Monitoring an HPU for both the pressures being generated as well as monitoring the temperatures of the oil to ensure they do not get too hot.
Therapeutic RF Generator: Monitoring the coolant loop of an RF Generator system used in cryogen therapy.
Scissor Lift Platform: Providing feedback to the control system to prevent overheating during heavy use as well as hot conditions.
Hydraulics controlling excavator: monitors pressure in hydraulic system as well as provides feedback to master controller on hydraulic temperature readings to prevent shortened equipment lifespan
Notes on the Dual Output Pressure Sensor’s Characteristics & Specifications
- The temperature output will draw an additional 2 mA of power over what is stated on the data sheet.
- The accuracy of the temperature output is approximately 3.5% of Full-Scale temperature span.
- The dual pressure and temperature output are only available with the following output configurations:
-C: 1-6V | -H: 1-5V |
-N: 0.5-4.5V Non-Ratiometric | -T: 0.5-4.5V Ratiometric It is not available with a 4-20mA output or 0-5V & 0-10V output |
- The dual pressure and temperature outputs are only available with the following electrical connection configurations:
-B: Mini-DIN 9.4 mm | -G: Large DIN |
-E: M12 x 1P | -3: ½” NPT Male Conduit |
-F: Cable | -8: Deutsch DT04-4P It is not available with any three-wire options (like the Packard -9, AMP -6 or Deutsch DT04-3P -Y) |