Gardner Denver ZS1050642 Pressure Sensor for Screw Air Compressors

Pressure Sensor Product Overview

A pressure sensor is a transducer that converts fluid or gas pressure into an electrical signal (e.g., voltage, current, digital output) for monitoring, control, and safety in industrial, automotive, medical, and aerospace systems. It ensures precise pressure management in real-time, preventing equipment failure and optimizing processes.

Key Functions

1. Pressure Monitoring

   • Measures absolute, gauge, or differential pressure with high accuracy.

2. Process Control

   • Maintains optimal pressure in systems like HVAC, hydraulics, and manufacturing.

3. Safety Alerts

   • Triggers shutdowns during overpressure/underpressure events.

4. Data Logging

   • Integrates with SCADA/IoT systems for predictive maintenance.

Common Sensor Technologies

Parameters Table

Standard specifications for industrial pressure sensors:

Applications

• Industrial Automation: Hydraulic/pneumatic system control.

• Oil & Gas: Pipeline monitoring, wellhead pressure.

• Medical: Ventilators, blood pressure monitors.

• Automotive: Turbochargers, fuel/brake systems, EV batteries.

• Aerospace: Cabin pressure, fuel tanks.

• HVAC: Duct pressure, chiller optimization.

Selection Guidelines

1. Pressure Type & Range:

   • Use gauge sensors for atmospheric reference (e.g., tire pressure).

   • Choose absolute sensors for vacuum-referenced apps (e.g., altimeters).

   • Ensure max. operating pressure is ≤75% of sensor’s full scale.

2. Environment:

   • Select 316L stainless steel for corrosive media; ceramic for abrasive slurries.

   • Use IP68 for subsea/washdown areas; ATEX/IECEx for explosive atmospheres.

3. Performance Needs:

   • Prioritize ±0.1% accuracy for critical processes (e.g., pharmaceutical reactors).

   • Opt for 4–20mA output for noise immunity in industrial settings.

4. Ruggedness:

   • Specify high overpressure limits (5x FS) for pulsating systems (e.g., pumps).

   • Minimize thermal errors with built-in compensation.

Critical Installation Notes

• Mounting: Avoid mechanical stress on sensor housing.

• Pulsation Dampening: Use snubbers in high-vibration systems.

• Sealing: Match O-ring material (e.g., Viton™, EPDM) to fluid/temperature.

• Calibration: Perform annual traceable calibration per ISO 17025.

⚠️ Warning:

• Media incompatibility can cause leaks or sensor failure. Verify chemical resistance using Compatibility Guides.

• Exceeding overpressure limits voids warranties and risks catastrophic failure.

Advanced Variants:

• Multivariable Sensors: Measure pressure + temperature/flow (e.g., DP flowmeters).

• Wireless Sensors: Battery-powered with LoRaWAN/NB-IoT for remote monitoring.

• Sanitary Sensors: Tri-Clamp fittings + electropolished surfaces for food/pharma.

Always consult OEM datasheets for derating at extreme temperatures/vibrations. Test in actual operating conditions.