Setra Systems to Showcase Industrial Pressure Sensing Technologies at Sensors Expo & Conference 2012
08/06/2012 Setra Systems, Inc.
Boxborough, Massachusetts, USA - Setra Systems, Inc. (www.setra.com), a leading global designer and manufacturer of pressure measurement instrumentation for industrial, test & measurement, HVAC/R, semiconductor, energy, environmental, medical, pharmaceutical, and meteorological requirements, today announced that it will be promoting its latest industrial pressure sensing technologies as an exhibitor at Sensors Expo & Conference, June 6 and 7, 2012, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois.Held annually for more than 25 years, the Sensors Expo & Conference is the only North American industry event that is exclusively focused on sensors and related integrated systems, technical innovation and leadership. Sensors Expo & Conference identifies cutting-edge trends; explores them in an informative conference program; and reflects those trends throughout the exhibit floor with new product announcements and key technology-focused areas, such as Energy Harvesting, MEMS and Wireless, showcasing hundreds of exhibitor products and services. Among the industrial products on display at Setra Systems booth 561 will be:
The Model 3100/3200 series of compact, high-accuracy, low-cost high-pressure transducers. Available in standard (Model 3100) and heavy duty (Model 3200) versions, the sensors offers a ±0.25% BFSL full-scale accuracy, with long-term stability of better than ±0.1% FS/Yr over its full operating temperature range of -40° to +221°F (-40° to +105°C). The series is available in standard ranges from 50 to 32,000 PSI (4 to 2200 BAR) with up to 3x overpressure protection and choice of mA, voltage or ratiometric output. Voltage output versions are available with dual temperature and pressure outputs. The choice of multiple outputs, as well as various options for electrical and pressure connections, makes the units suitable for most applications as standard without need for modification. Its small footprint diameter, measuring less than one inch (25 millimeters) allows for ease of installation in space constrained environments. The Model 3200 heavy duty version offers a thicker diaphragm and optional restrictor or snubber for use in environments where extreme positive or negative pressure spikes may be of concern. The series is ideal for larger volume, low-cost OEM applications, including medical devices and diagnostic equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, HVAC/R compressors, variable speed pumps, refrigeration systems, industrial pumps and general industrial pressure monitoring applications.
Also on display will be Setra Systems Model 209 variable capacitance pressure transducers, designed for extreme environmental OEM and industrial applications where cost may be a concern. The Model 209 is available in pressure ranges from 1 to 10,000 psig, with choice of gauge, sealed gauge, or vacuum pressure, and choice of 4-20 mA; 0.5 to 5.5 VDC; 1 to 6 VDC; or 0.5 to 4.5 VDC outputs, ±0.25% BFSL full-scale accuracy across all ranges, and various pressure and electrical connector types to suit exact requirements. Units operate from a standard unregulated DC power source, for lower overall operating costs. A high overpressure option is also available at 50 to 1500 PSI ranges for greater performance survivability where overpressure may be a concern. The transducers operate over a wide temperature band of -40° to +85°C (-40° to +185°F) for stable output performance. Its stable performance and high-reliability within extreme environments make it ideally suited for industrial OEM machinery and equipment, hydraulic systems, compressor control and monitoring, HVAC/R equipment, industrial engine pressure monitoring, and process and containerized refrigeration systems. The high survivability characteristics of the Model 209 also allow it to be used in high shock and vibration environments.
Also featured will be the industry best-selling AccuSense™ Model ASM, nominated for a 2012 "Best of Sensors Expo" Award. Setra Systems AccuSense™ Model ASM is ideal for high-tech industrial, laboratory R&D and test cell requirements, including engine diagnostics, refrigeration testing, engine dynamometer testing, particle and test analysis (porosity testing equipment), or as a performance upgrade within legacy pressure sensing applications. Its design combines Setra Systems own patented, field-proven, capacitance sensing technology with the very latest in electronic circuitry design, including integral digital signal conditioning.
The patented AccuSense™ Model ASM (U.S. patent # 6,532,834) ensures excellent linearity and stability, with BFSL full-scale accuracy of ±0.04% (±0.05% full-scale via end point method), or ±0.1% of reading. The pressure transducers are also temperature compensated, with a total error band (TEB) of less than ±0.25% full scale, minimizing thermal errors, and making outputs virtually unaffected by wide environmental temperature shifts. A hydrophobic porous plug at the top of the unit also protects its recessed air vent from environmental contaminants. The transducers also offer high RFI immunity from wireless devices, for optimal signal output clarity and accuracy. This design also allows an industry best-in-class high overpressure protection of up to 10X full scale range, enabling it to survive unforeseen system pressure spikes without sensor damage. Units are available in ranges from -14.7 PSI to 1000 PSI, with choices of gauge or absolute pressures and 0 to 5 VDC, 0 to 10 VDC, or 4-20 mA outputs, as well as various pressure and electrical connector types to suit exact user requirements. Sensing elements of the Model ASM are packaged in a fully laser-welded stainless steel housing, measuring just 1.3 inches (33 millimeters) in diameter. This compact size allows for easy installation within space constrained environments, allowing the Model ASM to be used as a drop-in replacement upgrade for legacy sensors of the same footprint, particularly where improved measurement capacity, thermal compensation, tighter total error band and higher accuracy are absolute requirements.
In addition, Setra Systems technical experts will be on-hand to demonstrate the new online ordering capabilities of the company's website at www.setra.com. Available products include 30 of its most popular pressure, humidity, current, barometric, and vacuum sensing product families. This new system affords customers immediate access to product data sheets and installation instructions, as well as comparative data on products, pricing and related offerings. As Setra Systems releases new products, the system is updated real-time, allowing customers to benefit from direct access to its latest product technologies, 24 hours per day, seven days per week, from anywhere in the world.
For more information about Setra Systems and its available sensing technology offerings, or to request a product sample, please contact the company toll-free (in the U.S.) at +1-800-257-3872 or at +1- 978-263-1400, e-mail at sales@setra.com , or visit www.setra.com.
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