Ceramic Pressure Sensor Capsules

A wide range of pressure ranges is available from 0-500mbar to 0-600bar.

The ceramic pressure sensors have a high bridge resistance of typically 11kΩ which makes them ideal for low power applications such as battery operated equipment designed for long-term field use.  They have a full strain gauge bridge with a mV output ranging from 1.6mV/V to 5.5mV/V depending on capsule range.

To ensure optimum performance it is essential that these ceramic pressure sensors are correctly applied, we therefore recommend discussing your application with our sales engineers before installation.

What is a Ceramic Pressure Sensor?

A ceramic pressure sensor is a pressure sensor that uses a sensing diaphragm made from high purity Al2O3 Alumina. They are an ideal alternative to oil-filled pressure sensors.

Thanks to Al2O3 Alumina’s chemically inert characteristics, ceramic pressure sensors can operate in harsh and demanding environments such as corrosive media, extreme temperatures, and high pressures.

Ceramic pressure sensors use thick-film technology where the measuring bridge is etched/printed directly onto one side of the ceramic diaphragm. Due to their Al2O3 Alumina ceramic diaphragm, they have a high resistance to chemicals so no additional protection is needed, lowering their cost.

Advantages of a Ceramic Pressure Sensor

Ceramic Pressure Sensor Applications

Thanks to their Al2O3 Alumina Ceramic construction they can reliably withstand harsh applications, extreme temperatures, and corrosive media. They can be used in the following applications, amongst many others.