NovaSensor NPI-15VC Series

High Pressure Sensors

The NovaSensor NPI-15VC Series of voltage-compensated, media-isolated High Pressure Sensors offers the performance of our current-compensated sensors with the convenience of using a voltage supply. Voltage compensation allows the sensor to be connected directly to the power supply, thereby eliminating the need for additional components to construct a constant current source. These sensors enable field interchangeability with a calibrated FSO of 100 mV ±1 %.As with all NPI media-isolated sensors, they are designed to operate in hostile environments and yet give the outstanding sensitivity, linearity, and hysteresis of a silicon sensor. The piezoresistive sensor chip is housed in a fluid-filled cylindrical cavity and isolated from the measured media by a stainless steel diaphragm and body. The NPI Series employs SenStable® processing technology, providing excellent output stability.

Application
  • Process control systems
  • Hydraulic systems and valves
  • Automobiles and trucks
  • Biomedical instruments
  • Refrigeration and HVAC controls
  • Appliances and consumer electronics
  • Ship and marine systems
  • Aircraft and avionic systems

Features
  • Solid state, high reliability
  • High sensitivity with 100 mV ± 1% FSO at 10 VDC
  • 316L stainless steel, IsoSensor design
  • Linearity 0.1% FSO typical
  • Thermal accuracy 0.2% FSO typical
  • Four standard ranges: 500, 1000, 3000, and 5000 psi (34.5, 69, 207, and 345 bar) available in absolute or sealed gage
  • Various standard configurations
  • Custom configurations and other pressure ranges available. Please consult factory.

Specifications

Parameter Value Units Notes
General
Pressure Range 0-500 psi 3447 kPa
0-1000 psi 6894 kPa
0-3000 psi 20,682 kPa
0-5000 psi 34,470 kPa
Maximum Pressure 2x rated pressure
Electrical @ 77°F (25°C)
Input Excitation 10 VDC 15 VDC maximum
Insulation Resistance 100M Ω @ 50 VDC Input
Input Impedance (min) 4,000 Ω
Output Impedance 5,000 Ω ± 20%
Bridge Impedance 5,000 Ω ± 20%
Environmental
Operating Temp Range(9) -40 to 257°F (-40°C to 125°C)
Compensated Temp Range 32 to 158°F (0°C to 70°C)
Vibration 10 gRMS 20 to 2000Hz
Shock 100 g 11 milliseconds
Life (Dynamic Pressure Cycle) 10 x 106 cycles
Mechanical(1)
Weight 0.06 lb (28 g) NPI-15A-XXX
0.10 lb (47 g) NPI-15B/H/J-XXX
Media Compatibility All corrosive media compatible with 316 stainless steel
Case and Diaphragm Material 316L stainless steel
Recommended O-Ring Type A: 0.472 in (12 mm) ID x 0.059 in (1.5 mm) wall
Type B: 2-013 per ISO 3601/1

Performance Parameters Units Min Typical Max Notes
Pressure Range psi 1000 3000 35000 1, 8
Full Scale Output mV 99 100 101 2
Linearity %FSO -0.35 0.1 0.35 3
Hysteresis and Repeatability %FSO -0.05 0.01 0.05 3
Thermal Accuracy of Offset %FSO -1.0 0.2 0.75 4
Thermal Accuracy of FSO %FSO -0.75 -0.2 0.75 4
Thermal Hysteresis %FSO -0.2 ±0.1 0.2 5
Short-Term Stability of Offset µV/V 5 6
Short-Term Stability of FSO µV/V 5 6
Long-Term Stability of Offset %FSO 0.1 7
Long-Term Stability of FSO %FSO 0.1 7
  1. Performance with offset, thermal accuracy of offset and thermal accuracy of FSO compensation resistors.
  2. FSO with 10 VDC.
  3. Linearity by best fit straight line.
  4. 32°F to 158°F (0°C to 70°C) with reference to 77°F (25°C).
  5. 32°F to 158°F (0°C to 70°C), by design.
  6. Normalized offset/ bridge voltage—100 hours, typical value, not tested in production.
  7. One year, typical value, not tested in production.
  8. All values measured at 77°F (25°C) and at 10 VDC, unless otherwise noted.
  9. Reduced performance outside compensation range, not tested in production.

Product Documents

Part Numbers
Part Number Description
NPI-15A-352-A-H No Port, 3500kPa, absolute pressure, constant current excitation
NPI-15A-352-S-H No Port, 3500kPa, sealed gauge, constant current excitation
NPI-15A-702-A-H No Port, 7000kPa, absolute pressure, constant current excitation
NPI-15A-702-S-H No Port, 7000kPa, sealed gauge, constant current excitation
NPI-15A-353-A-H No Port, 35000kPa, absolute pressure, constant current excitation
NPI-15A-353-S-H No Port, 35000kPa, sealed gauge, constant current excitation
NPI-15B-352-A-H 1/2-20 UNF, 3500kPa, absolute pressure, constant current excitation
NPI-15B-352-S-H 1/2-20 UNF, 3500kPa, sealed gauge, constant current excitation
NPI-15B-702-A-H 1/2-20 UNF, 7000kPa, absolute pressure, constant current excitation
NPI-15B-702-S-H 1/2-20 UNF, 7000kPa, sealed gauge, constant current excitation
NPI-15H-352-A-H 1/4-18 NPT, 3500kPa, absolute pressure, constant current excitation
NPI-15H-352-S-H 1/4-18 NPT, 3500kPa, sealed gauge, constant current excitation
NPI-15H-702-A-H 1/4-18 NPT, 7000kPa, absolute pressure, constant current excitation
NPI-15H-702-S-H 1/4-18 NPT, 7000kPa, sealed gauge, constant current excitation
NPI-15J-352-A-H 1/8-27 NPT, 3500kPa, absolute pressure, constant current excitation
NPI-15J-352-S-H 1/8-27 NPT, 3500kPa, sealed gauge, constant current excitation
NPI-15J-702-A-H 1/8-27 NPT, 7000kPa, absolute pressure, constant current excitation
NPI-15J-702-S-H 1/8-27 NPT, 7000kPa, sealed gauge, constant current excitation

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