4-20mA pressure transmitter is a sensor that converts pressure signals into 4-20mA current signals and is widely used in various industrial automation control systems. Its working principle is to convert the measured pressure into an electrical signal through a sensitive element, and then process it through the internal circuit of the transmitter to output a standard current signal of 4-20mA. This design gives the pressure transmitter strong anti-interference ability, long transmission distance, and easy interface with standard instruments and control systems.
Working principle
The working principle of a 4-20mA pressure transmitter mainly includes the following steps:
1. Pressure measurement: The pressure transmitter senses the measured pressure by measuring the diaphragm, causing slight deformation of the diaphragm.
2. Signal conversion: High precision circuits convert this deformation into a voltage signal proportional to pressure.
3. Signal processing: Convert the voltage signal into a 4-20mA current signal output through the chip.
Application scenarios
4-20mA pressure transmitters are widely used in various industrial automation control environments, including:
1. Water conservancy and hydropower: used for monitoring parameters such as water level and flow rate.
2. Railway transportation: used for monitoring parameters such as track pressure and vibration.
3. Intelligent building: used to monitor parameters such as pressure and temperature inside the building.
4. Aerospace: used for monitoring parameters such as cabin pressure and engine pressure in aircraft.
5. Petrochemical, power, shipbuilding, machine tool, pipeline and other industries: used for pressure monitoring and control in various process flows
Advantage
1. Good stability: 4-20mA current signals are less affected by line resistance during transmission and have better stability.
2. Strong anti-interference ability: Current signals have low sensitivity to electromagnetic interference and are suitable for complex electromagnetic environments.
3. Long transmission distance: The attenuation of current signals during transmission is relatively small, making it suitable for long-distance transmission.
4. Easy to interface: 4-20mA, as an internationally recognized standard signal, is convenient for connecting with various instruments and control systems.
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Xinyi Instrument supplies pressure transmitters for process control, hydraulic systems, petrochemical plants, water treatment, HVAC, power generation and general industrial pressure monitoring. Our pressure transmitter range covers gauge pressure, absolute pressure, differential pressure, high temperature media and digital communication applications.
Choose from compact pressure transmitters, smart 3051 differential pressure transmitters, diaphragm seal models, RS485 digital pressure transmitters and high frequency dynamic pressure sensors. Standard outputs include 4-20 mA, voltage output, HART and RS485 Modbus options, with stainless steel wetted parts and custom process connections available on request.
| Pressure Types | Gauge, absolute, negative pressure, differential pressure |
|---|---|
| Measuring Range | From low differential pressure to high pressure ranges up to 100 MPa, depending on model |
| Output Signals | 4-20 mA, 0-5 V, 1-5 V, 0-10 V, RS485 Modbus, HART options |
| Accuracy | Typical options include 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.25% and 0.5% FS |
| Process Connection | M20 x 1.5, G1/4, G1/2, NPT and customized thread connections |
| Wetted Materials | Stainless steel, 316L diaphragm and corrosion-resistant sealing options |
| Media | Water, oil, gas, air, steam and compatible liquid or gas media |
| Applications | Pipeline pressure, tank level, flow differential pressure, hydraulic pressure and automation systems |
A pressure transmitter converts the pressure of liquid, gas or steam into a standard electrical signal for PLC, DCS, recorder or control instrument input. It is widely used for pipeline pressure, tank level, flow measurement and process safety monitoring.
Confirm the pressure range, pressure type, medium, temperature, output signal, accuracy, installation thread, electrical connection and environmental requirements. For corrosive media, high temperature or sanitary applications, diaphragm material and sealing structure are especially important.
Gauge pressure transmitters measure pressure relative to atmospheric pressure. Absolute pressure transmitters measure pressure relative to vacuum. Differential pressure transmitters measure the pressure difference between two points and are commonly used for flow, filter and level measurement.
Yes. Xinyi Instrument can support customized pressure ranges, process connections, output signals, cable length, display options and model selection for different industrial applications.