NovaSensor FMA Series

Filtration Air Restriction Sensor (FAR)

NovaSensor FMA Series of Filtration Air Restriction (FAR) Sensors accurately measure the pressure loss across a variety of air filtration devices utilizing high accuracy NPA piezoresistive technology in a low-profile form factor that is easy to install and maintenance-free. Available in multiple positive or vacuum pressure ranges, mating with an integrated AMPSEAL 16 (3-way) electrical connector and 1/8-27 NPT female pressure connection port.

Application
  • Engine air filtration systems
  • Cabin pressure
  • HVAC pressure
  • Exhaust pressure
  • Industrial filters

Features
  • Supply Voltage: 5VDC
  • Linear Output: 0.5V to 4.5V (Ratiometric)
  • Diagnostic Features (Bridge Connection Checks, Bridge Short Detection, Power Loss Detection)
  • Temperature-compensated
  • Sealed AMP Electrical Connector
  • Multiple Pressure Ranges Available (Vacuum and Pressure)
  • Fast Response Time
  • REACH & RoHS Compliant

Specifications

Performance Specifications
Accuracy +/- 2.5% FSO
Resolution 0.12% FSO
Compensated Temp Range 0°C to 80°C
(0°C to 60°C for 5”H2O)
Proof Pressure 2X Full Pressure
Burst Pressure 3X Full Pressure
Vibration 20-2000Hz AT 11.5 Grms
Operating Temp Range -40°C to 125°C
Storage Temp Range -55°C to 150°C
Start-Up Time 10 ms
Response Time < 2 ms
Intended Media Clean Dry Air
Clamp Limits Upper/Lower 92.5% to 7.5% VDD
Diagnostic Limits Upper/Lower 97.5% to 2.5% VDD
Pressure Ranges Available 5″ H2O, 10″ H2O[2], 40″ H2O, 1 PSI[2], 5 PSI

Electrical Specifications
Supply Voltage (VDD) [1] 5 VDC +/-5%
Supply Current 5 mA Max
Output Voltage (VO) (Ratiometric) 0.5 to 4.5 V (10% to 90% VDD)
Output Impedance 250 Ohms Max
Over Voltage 28 V Momentary Contact
Reverse Voltage 28 V Momentary Contact
ESD Rating Contact: 8 kV; Air: 15 kV
EMC Compliance RE (150 kHz – 3.2 GHz), CI (30 Hz – 50 kHz), BCI (10 kHz – 400 MHz), RI (100 kHz – 3.2 GHz)

Notes:

  • [1] Use 5 VDC +/- 2.5% for 5” H2O
  • [2] Contact factory for additional custom pressure ranges.

Product Documents

Part Numbers
Part Number Description
FMA-500-T1-05W-GV 5 in H2O, Vacuum gage
FMA-500-T1-05W-GP 5 in H2O, Positive gage
FMA-500-T1-10W-GV 10 in H2O, Vacuum gage
FMA-500-T1-10W-GP 10 in H2O, Positive gage
FMA-500-T1-40W-GV 40 in H2O, Vacuum gage
FMA-500-T1-40W-GP 40 in H2O, Positive gage
FMA-500-T1-001-GV 1 PSI, Vacuum gage
FMA-500-T1-001-GP 1 PSI, Positive gage
FMA-500-T1-005-GV 5 PSI, Vacuum gage
FMA-500-T1-005-GP 5 PSI, Positive gage

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