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PS18 Instruction Manual Purpose of instruction manual This instruction manual describes the features of the PS18 differential pressure transducer and provides guidelines for its use. Improper use of this instrument or failure to follow these instructions may cause injury or equipment damage. All individuals responsible for operating this instrument must therefore be properly trained and aware of the hazards, and must carefully follow these operating instructions and the safety precautions detailed within.
PS18 Instruction Manual Safety precautions 1.1 Appropriate use In addition to differential pressure data, the PS18 differential pressure transducer also records positive and negative overpressures. Always observe the operating requirements—particularly the permissible supply voltage—indicated on the rating plate and in the ”Technical data” section of this manual.
PS18 Instruction Manual The electronic components of the instrument contain environmentally hazardous materials and materials that can be reused. For this reason the instrument must be recycled in accordance with the environmental guidelines of the jurisdiction in question once it has been taken permanently out of service. 1.4 Symbols The symbols given below are used throughout this manual to indicate instances when improper operation could result in the following hazards:...
Start-up Features Although the PS 18 pressure transducer is highly robust, it is nevertheless a precision instrument and should be handled with care. Avoid mounting the PS11/PK11 in the direct vicinity of any sources of heat or radiation. Ideally, the instrument should be mounted vertically (ports should be pointing down) and on a wall not subject to vibration.
The supply voltage for the PS 18 should be connected at terminals 2 and 3. The pressure transducer is protected against reverse polarity of the supply voltage. The PS 18 output signal is available at signal terminals 1 and 2. The output voltage is 2xØ4.5 protected against short circuits for a short period.
PS18 Instruction Manual Calibrating the zero point Please remember that it takes roughly 30 to 60 minutes for the pressure transducer to warm up after it is switched on. The output signal may not remain stable during this period. It is recommended that the zero point after a long operating time (approximately 6 months) is checked and if necessary calibrate it again.
PS18 Instruction Manual Technical data Measurement data measurement ranges 0...250 Pa to 0...20 kPa (others available upon request) overload capacity 10 x the final value of the measurement range (for measurement ranges 20 kPa) 2 x the final value of the measurement range (for measurement ranges >...
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PS18 Instruction Manual Electrical data power consumption max. 0.5 W supply voltage 24 VDC ± 10 % 24 VAC ±10 %, 50/60 Hz output signal 0 to 10 V, 0 to 20 mA or 4 to 20 mA 2 k for an output voltage of 0...10 V minimum load resistance R maximum effect of load resistance = 0.3% = 500 ...