Key Features of the x|act i Precision Pressure Transmitter
Hygienic and Robust Design
Developed specifically for food, pharmaceutical, and biotech industries, featuring a stainless steel globe housing, flush welded diaphragm, and process connections optimized for residue-free cleaning.Exceptional Measurement Performance
Offers a nominal pressure range from 0.4 mbar up to 40 bar, with an accuracy of ≤ ±0.1% FSO according to IEC 60770, and a turn-down ratio up to 1:10 for flexible span adjustment.Versatile Process Integration
Supports a wide variety of process connections (G1″ cone, Clamp, dairy pipe, Varivent®, flange, DRD), and can be combined with a cooling element for media temperatures up to 300°C.Advanced Safety and Communication Options
Available with explosion protection (intrinsic safety), SIL2 certification (IEC 61508/61511), and HART®-communication for advanced diagnostics and integration.User-Friendly Operation
Integrated display and operating module for local configuration and monitoring, with electronic damping and offset adjustment for optimal process control.
Technical Specifications – x|act i Precision Pressure Transmitter
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Pressure Ranges | 0.4 mbar to 40 bar (gauge/absolute); vacuum: -0.4…0.4 to -1…10 bar |
| Overpressure Capability | Up to 105 bar (depending on range) |
| Accuracy | ≤ ±0.1% FSO (IEC 60770) |
| Output Signal | 2-wire: 4…20 mA (others on request), HART®-communication (optional) |
| Turn-Down Ratio | Up to 1:10 |
| Housing | Stainless steel 1.4301 (304) globe housing |
| Diaphragm Material | Stainless steel 1.4435 (316L), Hastelloy® C-276, Tantalum (from 1 bar) |
| Explosion Protection | Intrinsic safety (ia), SIL2 (IEC 61508/61511) |
| Media Temperature | Up to 300°C with cooling element |
| Ingress Protection | IP67 |
| Display | Integrated display and operating module |
| Long-Term Stability | ≤ ±(0.1 x turn-down)% FSO/year |
| Response Time | 100 ms (measuring rate 10/sec) |
| Permissible Load | R_max = [(V_s – V_min) / 0.02 A] Ω; HART®: R_min = 250 Ω |
| Electrical Protection | Short-circuit and reverse polarity protection |
| Certifications | CE, ATEX, EHEDG, RoHS, REACH |
| Vibration/Shock Resistance | 5 g RMS (25–2000 Hz) / 100 g (11 ms) |
Suitable Applications for the x|act i Precision Pressure Transmitter
The x|act i is engineered for industries where hygiene, accuracy, and reliability are essential. Its design and certifications make it the preferred choice for critical process monitoring in sanitary and industrial environments.
Typical applications include:
- Food and beverage production (dairy, brewing, bottling, etc.)
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing and biotechnology
- Sterile process monitoring and CIP/SIP systems
- Steam and fluid pressure measurement in hygienic environments
- Chemical and cosmetic production requiring hygienic instrumentation
- Safety-critical systems requiring SIL2 compliance