When choosing a pressure transducer, you are likely to consider media compatibility, pressure range, electrical output, and operating environment. Yet, they are not the only considerations when making application-related decisions. The design control of the manufacturer you go with will determine the quality of your pressure transducer and the design effectiveness. Here are some guidelines.
How Do I Choose a Pressure Transducer Manufacturer?
Allows Customizations
Pressure transducers are made to the exact specifications necessary for an application and are known as custom pressure transducers. Factors like exposure to harsh chemicals, irregular outputs, and different pressure ranges can make pressure reading slightly more difficult.
While connector pins of some transducers are susceptible to corrosion if exposed to humidity, customization allows you to get a design that can withstand the conditions. Custom-design transducers ensure the customer gets higher effectiveness and better durability. Examples of customizations manufacturers can make are;
- Accuracy
- Size
- Pressure Type
- Signal Output
- Input Range
High-Quality Die
The sensor dies quality of a pressure transducer is directly related to its quality and performance in the operating environment. As a result, MicroSensor can meet the needs of its customers for a wide variety of pressure transducers in various industries like process control, food and beverage, marine, and industrial gases, by providing small and highest quality die possible. This feature ensures reliable performance, sensitivity levels, and highly compact packaging.
Robust Designs
A robust design will last longer in challenging applications. Make this possible by choosing a manufacturer that provides all-welded structure pressure transducers. Additionally, consider the sturdiness of the connectors welded to the housing.
Pressure transducers are frequently exposed to harsh conditions, which can jeopardize their functionality. It would help to choose a manufacturer that offers different pressure fittings and calibrates each transducer before testing it for linearity and stability throughout its operational range.
Package Size
A low-power-consumption pressure transducer is ideal for battery-powered portable devices. This feature ensures the most efficient use of the battery power available. Also, the transducer must be appropriately sized for your application. This is an important consideration you should make in an industrial operation. Transducers need to function in a compact form factor and be electrically insulated from the rest of the device’s electronics to prevent signal degradation.
Customer Support
Customer service is key, as it shows how much a manufacturer values their customers. You can purchase from a manufacturer’s website or catalog. However, contacting the provider to assess the system is wise if you need to inquire about the transducer. While you may view the application as unique, complex, or even impossible, your manufacturer has likely seen it before and can advise you on the best solution.
A manufacturer should offer additional information like technical documents, answers to inquiries, and advice to help guarantee a successful installation. They should also enquire about the customer’s previous challenges, field problems, and failures.
Take Away
Now that you have a starting point as you search for a supplier choose a manufacturer who can accommodate your design requirements based on your application. Capacitance is your best bet if your application involves low-pressure ranges and high-overpressure situations, while a thin film is a good option in high-vibration applications. MicroSensor is here to help with all your pressure transducer needs.
