APG PT-500 Series User manual

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PT-500 Analog Output Series
User Manual
4-20 mA, 0-5 VDC, 0-10 VDC, mV/V

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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................ iii
Warranty and Warranty Restrictions.................................................................... iv
Chapter 1: Specications and Options..................................................................... 1
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................1
Specications ................................................................................................................................... 2
Model Number Congurator.......................................................................................................... 3
Electrical Pinout Table and Supply Power Table...................................................................... 4
Chapter 2: Installation and Removal Procedures and Notes..............................4
Tools Needed..................................................................................................................................... 4
Mounting Instructions ................................................................................................................... 4
Electrical Installation ..................................................................................................................... 5
Removal Instructions ..................................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 3: Maintenance .............................................................................................5
General Care...................................................................................................................................... 5
Zero Adjust ........................................................................................................................................ 6
Vent Tube Drying............................................................................................................................. 6
Repair and Returns.......................................................................................................................... 7
Chapter 4: Hazardous Location Installation and Certication ..........................8
Intrinsically Safe Wiring Diagram ............................................................................................... 8
Non-Incendive Wiring Diagrams.................................................................................................. 9
CSA Certicate of Compliance...............................................................................................10-13
NOTE: Wiring and CSA Certication information in this User Manual is specic to the
Analog Output Series of the PT-500. If you have a Modbus Series sensor, please consult
the factory at 1-888-525-7300, or our website at www.apgsensors.com/support, for the
appropriate manual for your sensor.

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a PT-500 Analog Output series submersible pressure transmitter from APG.
We appreciate your business! Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with your PT-500 and this
manual.
PT-500 submersible pressure transmitters oer reliability in harsh industrial conditions and hazardous
locations. The 4-20 mA model is certied intrinsically safe for hazardous areas in the US and Canada
by CSA for Class I, Division 2, Groups C and D, Class I, Zone 2, Group IIB, and Class I, Division 1, Groups
C and D, Class I, Zone 0, Group IIB environments. The small size, integrated electronics, wide operating
temperature range, and durability make the PT-500 the perfect instrument for static and dynamic pressure
measurement.
Reading your label
Every APG instrument comes with a label that includes the instrument’s model number, part number, serial
number, and a wiring pinout table. Please ensure that the part number and pinout table on your label
match your order. The following electrical ratings and approvals are also listed on the label. Please refer to
the Certicate of Compliance at the back of this manual for further details.
IMPORTANT: Your 4-20 mA PT-500 MUST be installed according to drawing 9002803
(Intrinsically Safe Wiring Diagram or Non-Incendive Wiring Diagram) as indicated above to
meet listed approvals. Faulty installation will invalidate all safety approvals and ratings.
Electrical ratings
Input: 10 to 28 Volts DC; Output: 4-20 mA
Exia Class I, Division 2; Groups C, D T4
Class I, Zone 2, Group IIB
AEx nC IIB T4: Ta: -40°C to 85°C
Ex nL IIB T4: Ta: -40°C to 85°C
Maximum Working Pressure: 10,000 PSI
Vmax Ui= 28VDC, Imax Ii = 110mA, Pmax Pi = 0.77W, Ci = 0μF, Li = 0μH
Install in accordance with drawing 9002803, sheet 2 (page 9).
Input: 9 to 28 Volts DC; Output: 4-20mA
Exia Class I, Division 1; Groups C, D T4
Class I, Zone 0, Group IIB
AEx ia IIB T4: Ta: -40°C to 85°C
Ex ia IIB T4: Ta: -40°C to 85°C
Maxium Working Pressure: 10,000 PSI
Vmax Ui= 28VDC, Imax Ii = 110mA, Pmax Pi = 0.77W, Ci = 0.042μF, Li = 0.320μH
Install in accordance with drawing 9002803, sheet 1 (page 8).

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Warranty and Warranty Restrictions
This product is covered by APG’s waranty to be free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and service of the product for 24 months. For a full explanation of our Warranty, please visit
https://www.apgsensors.com/about-us/terms-conditions. Contact Technical Support to recieve a Return
Material Authorization before shipping your product back.
Scan the QR code below to read the full explanation of our Warranty on your tablet or smartphone.

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Chapter 1: Specications and Options
• Dimensions
PT-500 with Reusable Cage
PT-500 with Removable Plastic
Nose Cone
PT-500 with Tri-clover
Sanitary Fitting
[88.9mm]
ø3.50"
REMOVABLE
SENSOR CAGE
ASSEMBLY
7.14"
[181.3mm]
2.00"
[50.8]
6.44"
[163.5mm]
ø.188 THRU
PROTECTIVE
CONE
[25.4mm]
ø1.00"
1 1/2"
SANITARY
FITTING
[50.3mm]
ø1.98"
5.29"
[134.4mm]
7.40”
[187.9mm]
2.24”
[56.9mm]
ø3.50”
[88.9mm]
NON-REMOVABLE
SENSOR CAGE
ASSEMBLY
PT-500 with Welded Anti-snag Cage

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Performance
Pressure Ranges 0 to 300 PSIG
Analog Outputs 4-20mA, 0-5VDC, 0-10VDC, mV/V
Over Pressure 2X FSO
Burst Pressure 3.0X FSO
1 Year Stability 0.75% FSO
Accuracy
Linearity, Hystereses & Repeatability ±0.25% of Full Scale (BFSL) up to ±0.1% of Full Scale
Thermal Zero Shift @ 70 °F ±0.045% FSO/°C (±0.025% FSO/°F)
Thermal Span Shift @ 70 °F ±0.045% FSO/°C (±0.025% FSO/°F)
Environmental
Operating Temperature -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Compensated Temperature -17 to 54°C (0 to 130°F)
Maximum Submersible Depth 462.2 ft / 140.88 m / 300 psig
Electrical
Supply Voltage (at sensor) 4-20 mA: 9-28 VDC 0-10 VDC: 14-28 VDC
0-5 VDC: 9-28 VDC mV/V: 10 VDC*
Output Signal @ 21°C 3-30 mA max.
Protection Reverse Polarity and Surge (per IEC 61000-4-5)
Load Limitation R(max) = ((Vs-12V)/0.02A)-(0.042Ω per ft. of cable)
Startup Time 4-20 mA: 100 ms 0-10 VDC: 300 ms
0-5 VDC: 300 ms
Current Draw 4-20 mA: 3-30 mA 0-10 VDC: 3 mA
0-5 VDC: 3 mA
Materials of Construction
Wetted Materials 316L Stainless Steel
Anti-snag Cage 316L Stainless Steel
Cable Urethane, PVC, or Hytrel
Protective Nose Cone Delrin
Seal Viton ETP-s
Mechanical
Pressure Connection See model number congurator for complete list
Cable Tensile Strength Up to 200 pounds
Patents
US Patent No. 7,787,330
*mV/V output is calibrated to 10 VDC input.
• Specications

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• Model Number Congurator
Part Number: PT-500_____ - _____ - _____ - _____ - _____ - _____ - _____ - _____
A B C D E F G H
A. Cable Type
□ -▲ Urethane - Blue (with vent tube)
□A PVC - Black (no vent tube - sealed unit)
□B Hytrel .31” Ø - Black (with vent tube)
□C PVC - Black (with vent tube)
□D Hytrel .25” Ø - Black (with vent tube)
B. Pressure Range
□Specify range in desired unit of measure
__________ Max Water Depth
462.2 ft. (140.9 m), 300 psig
C. Standard Units of Measure
□PSI □FTH2O □INWC
□INH2O □MMH2O □FWC
D. Output
□L1▲ 4-20 mA, 2-wire
□L3 0-5V, 4-wire*
□L9 10 mV/V, 4-wire*
□L10 0-10V, 4-wire*
□L5 Modbus RTU, 4-wire RS-485*
Pressure reading only
□L31 Modbus RTU, 4-wire RS-485 *
Level calculations, tank volume
E. NPTM
□E0▲ 1/2” NPTM tting for conduit,with pigtail
□E5 Pigtail without conduit connection
F. Process Connection
□P1▲ 1/2” NPTM with removable plastic nose cone
□P5 1/4” NPTF
□P37 Welded Cage (anti-snag 1 piece tting)
□P38 1-1/2” tri-clover with 3/4” diaphragm
□P39 Reusable Cage (includes P38 tting)
G. Cable Length
□(specify length of cable needed in feet)
H. Accuracy
□N0▲ ±0.25%
□N1 ±0.25% with NIST certication
□N2 ±0.1% with NIST certication
Note: ▲Indicates this option is standard.
Note: *Indicates this option does not yet have CSA
Approvals.

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Chapter 2: Installation and Removal Procedures and Notes
• Mounting Instructions
• Attach the wires of your PT-500 to your control system according to the pinout table above.
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Pinout Table and Supply Power Table
Your PT-500 can be mounted in three ways: via NPT process connection, free-hanging suspension, or con-
duit mounted. Mounting your pressure transducer is easy if you follow a few simple steps:
• Never over-tighten the sensor. This can compress the diaphragm, changing how it reacts to pressure.
In all cases, tighten the sensor as little as possible to create an adequate seal. On straight threads,
tighten only until you feel the o-ring compress - making sure you don’t damage or extrude the o-ring.
• Always use thread tape or sealant compound on tapered threads. Wrap thread tape in the opposite
direction of the threads so it does not unravel as you screw the sensor into place. Unraveling can cause
uneven distribution and seal failure. For straight threads use an o-ring.
• Always start screwing in your sensor by hand to avoid cross-threading. Thread failure can be a problem
if you damage threads by over-tightening them or by crossing threads.
• For suspension mounting the PT-500, drill a 3/16” hole into the 1/2” NPTF to 1/2” NPTF hex coupler
(P/N 511414) and secure it to the 1/2” NPTM coupler tting of the PT-500. Attach a .060” diameter 316L
SS cable of desired length to the hex coupler and secure the steel cable according to your application
requirements.
• Wrench sized appropriately for your PT-500’s process or conduit connection.
• Thread tape or sealant compound for threaded connections.
• Tools Needed
PT-500 Analog Output Series Pin Out Table
Pigtail
4-20 mA Voltage
Red + Power/Signal + Power
Black - Power/Signal - Power
Green - + Out
White - - Out
Shield Case Gnd Case Gnd
PT-500 Analog Output Series Supply Power Table
4-20 mA 0-5 VDC 0-10 VDC mV/V
Power Supply 9-28 VDC 9-28 VDC 14-28 VDC 10 VDC*
* mV/V output calibrated to 10 VDC input

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Removing your PT-500 from service must be done with care. It’s easy to create an unsafe situation, or
damage your sensor, if you are not careful to follow these guidelines:
• For sensors installed via NPT process connection, make sure the pressure is completely removed from
the line or vessel. Follow any and all procedures for safely isolating any media contained inside the line
or vessel.
• Remove the sensor with an appropriately sized wrench (per your process connection).
• For suspended sensors, retrieve the sensor from the vessel. Follow any and all procedures for safely
isolating any media contained inside the line or vessel.
• Carefully clean the sensor’s tting and diaphragm of any debris (see General Care) and inspect for
damage.
• Store your sensor in a dry place, at a temperature between -40° F and 180° F.
• Removal Instructions
DANGER: Removing your process connected PT-500 Pressure Transmitter while there
is still pressure in the line could result in injury or death.
Your PT-500 series pressure transmitter is very low maintenance and will need little care as long as it is
installed correctly. However, in general, you should:
• For process connected sensors, keep the transmitter and the area around it generally clean.
• Avoid applications for which the transmitter was not designed, such as extreme temperatures, contact
with incompatible corrosive chemicals, or other damaging environments.
• Inspect the threads whenever you remove the transmitter from duty or change its location.
• Avoid touching the diaphragm. Contact with the diaphragm, especially with a tool, could permanently
shift the output and ruin accuracy.
• Clean the diaphragm or the diaphragm bore only with extreme care. If using a tool is required, make
sure it does not touch the diaphragm.
Chapter 3: Maintenance
• General Care
IMPORTANT: Any contact with the diaphragm can permanently damage the sensor.
Use extreme caution.
NOTE: If your PT-500 has a vent tube, do not seal, cover, or close the vent tube with
anything other than an APG-provided venting cap or desiccant drying cartridge (See Fig-
ure 4.1 and 4.2). Unapproved seals or covers will prevent proper sensor operation.

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• Zero Adjust (4-20 mA, 0-5 VDC, and 0-10 VDC only)
The zero output (4mA, or 0 VDC) can be adjusted by holding a magnet perpendicular to the can,
approximately 1-1/2” from the top or bottom of the can.
Holding the magnet close to the top of the can increases the output (See Figure 3.1). Holding the magnet
close to the bottom of the can decreases the output (See Figure 3.2).
If the zero output values do not change right away, hold the magnet in place near the top of the can until
the values change, for up to two minutes. If there is no change, repeat the procedure near the bottom of the
can. If there is still no change, consult the factory.
Unvented PT-500A transmitters do not automatically adjust to changes in barometric pressure. We recom-
mend that PT-500A transmitters be zeroed upon receipt, and after major weather events.
Condensation in the vent tube can damage the electronics in your sensor, resulting in unreliable readings.
APG oers two methods of preventing vent tube condensation: a venting cap, and a desiccant drying
cartridge.
The venting cap is a PVC tube with a hydrophobic patch that allows moisture to pass out of the tube without
allowing water in (See Figure 3.3). The cap is sealed by an o-ring, and is easily installed in the eld.
The desiccant drying cartridge with vent tube adapter absorbs any moisture in the vent tube to keep vapor
from condensing (See Figure 3.4). The installation of the desiccant drying cartridge is quick and easy.
Common installation methods are cable tie, Velcro, and cable clamps.
• Vent Tube Drying
NOTE: Span calibration must be done at the factory for all analog models.
Figure 3.1 Figure 3.2

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Should your PT-500 series pressure transmitter require service, please contact the factory via phone, email,
or online chat. We will issue you a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number with instructions.
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [email protected]
• Online chat at www.apgsensors.com
Please have your PT-500’s part number and serial number available. See Warranty and Warranty
Restrictions for more information.
• Repair and Returns
Figure 3.4
NOTE: Desiccant crystals change from blue to pink as they become saturated. Car-
tridge must be replaced when all crystals have saturated.
Figure 3.3
IMPORTANT: Do NOT use desiccant cartridge in the presence of vapors or liquids con-
taining phosphate esters, synthetic lubricants, hydrocarbon solvents, methanol, acetone,
lacquer solvents, or other organics.

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Chapter 4: Hazardous Location Installation and Certication
• Intrinsically Safe Wiring Diagram

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• Non-Incendive Wiring Diagram

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• CSA Certicate of Compliance
Certificate of Compliance
Certificate: 1984045 Master Contract: 237484
Project: 2587208 Date Issued: December 17, 2012
DQD 507 Rev. 2012-05-22 Page: 1
Issued to: Automation Products Group Inc
1025 West 1700 North
Logan, UT 84321
USA
Attention: Karl Reid
The products listed below are eligible to bear the CSA
Mark shown with adjacent indicators 'C' and 'US' for
Canada and US or with adjacent indicator 'US' for
US only or without either indicator for Canada only.
Eshwar Kashyap
Issued by: Eshwar Kashyap
PRODUCTS
CLASS 2258 03 - PROCESS CONTROL EQUIPMENT - Intrinsically Safe and Non -
Incendive Systems - For Hazardous Locations
CLASS 2258 83 - PROCESS CONTROL EQUIPMENT-Intrinsically Safe and Non-
Incendive - Systems-For Hazardous Locations-Certified to U.S. Standards
Class I, Div. 2, Groups C and D
Class I, Zone 2, Group IIB
Ex nL IIB T4; Ta: -40°C ... +85°C
AEx nC IIB T4; Ta: -40°C ... +85°C
•Model PT-400-L1xxxx Pressure Transmitter. Rated 9-28VDC, 4-20mA. Maximum Ambient 85° C;
Temperature Code T4; Maximum Working Pressure 10,000 PSI. Enclosure type: IP65. Installed as per
Drawing 9002794. Non-Incendive with the following Entity Parameters:
Vmax, Ui = 28V
Imax, Ii = 110mA
Pmax, Pi = 0.77W

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Ci = 0.055µF
Li = 7.95µH
•Model PT-400-L3/L10xxxx Pressure Transmitter. Rated 9-28VDC, 4-20mA or 0-5V, 20mA or 0-10V, 20mA;
Maximum Ambient 85° C; Temperature Code T4; Maximum Working Pressure 10,000 PSI. Installed as per
Drawing 9002794. Non-Incendive with the following Entity Parameters:
Vmax, Ui = 28V
Imax, Ii = 110mA
Pmax, Pi = 0.77W
Ci = 0µF
Li = 0µH
•Model PT-500-xxxx Pressure Transmitter, Rated 10-28VDC, 4-20mA; Maximum Ambient 85° C;
Temperature Code T4; Maximum Working Pressure 10,000 PSI; Non-Incendive with the following Entity
Parameters:
Vmax, Ui = 28V
Imax, Ii = 110mA
Pmax, Pi = 0.77W
Ci = 0µF
Li = 0µH
Notes for Models PT-400, PT-500:
1. The "x" in the Model designations may be any alpha-numeric character, to denote minor mechanical options,
not affecting safety.
2. These devices must be connected to a suitably certified and approved apparatus that provides non-incendive
outputs either equal to or less than those as indicated by the applicable control drawings. This certified apparatus
must be located in a safe area.
CLASS 2258 04 - Process Control Equipment - Intrinsically Safe, Entity - For Hazardous Locations

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Project: 2587208 Date Issued: December 17, 2012
DQD 507 Rev. 2012-05-22 Page: 3
CLASS 2258 84 - Process Control Equipment - Intrinsically Safe, Entity - For Hazardous Locations - Certified
to US Standards
Class I, Div. 1, Groups C, D
Class I, Zone 0, Group IIB
Ex ia IIB T4; Ta: -40°C ... +85°C
AEx ia IIB T4; Ta: -40°C ... +85°C
•Model PT-400-L1xxxx Pressure Transmitter. Rated 9-28VDC, 4-20mA. Maximum Working Pressure: 10,000
PSI. Installed as per Drawing 9002794. Ambient Range: -40°C to +85°C. Enclosure type: IP65. Intrinsically
safe with the following entity parameters:
Vmax, Ui = 28V
Imax, Ii = 110mA
Pmax, Pi = 0.77W
Ci = 0.055µF
Li = 7.95µH
•Model PT-500-xxxx Pressure Transmitter; Maximum Ambient 85° C; Temperature Code T4; Maximum
Working Pressure 10,000 PSI; Entity parameters as follows: Vmax, Ui = 28V
Imax, Ii = 110mA
Pmax, Pi = 0.77W
Ci = 0.042µF
Li = 0.320µH
Notes for Models PT-400, PT-500:
1. The "x" in the Model designations may be any alpha-numeric character, to denote minor mechanical options,
not affecting safety.
2. These devices must be connected to a NRTL approved safety barrier (located in a safe area).

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Project: 2587208 Date Issued: December 17, 2012
DQD 507 Rev. 2012-05-22 Page: 4
APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS
C22.2 No 0 - M1991 General Requirements - Canadian Electrical Code Part
II.
C22.2 No 0.4 - M2004 Bonding and Grounding of Electrical Equipment
(Protective Grounding).
C22.2 No 142 - M1987 Process Control Equipment.
C22.2 No 157 - M1992 Intrinsically Safe and Non-Incendive Equipment for
Use in Hazardous Locations.
C22.2 No 213 - M1987 Non-Incendive Electrical Equipment for Use in Class I,
Division 2 Hazardous Locations.
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60079-0:11 Explosive Atmospheres - Part 0: Equipment - General
requirements
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60079-11:11 Explosive Atmospheres – Part 11: Equipment
protection by intrinsic safety "i"
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60079-15:12 Electrical apparatus for explosive gas atmospheres
- Part 15: Construction, test and marking of type of
protection “n” electrical apparatus
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60529:05 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
UL 508, 17th Edition Industrial Control Equipment.
UL 913, 7Th Edition Intrinsically Safe Apparatus and Associated Apparatus
for use in Class I, II, III, Division 1, Hazardous
(Classified) Locations.
ANSI/ISA-12.12.01-2007 Nonincendive Electrical Equipment for Use in Class
I and II, Division 2 and Class III, Divisions 1 and 2
Hazardous (Classified) Locations
ANSI/UL 60079-0:09 Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Gas Atmospheres -
Part 0: General Requirements
ANSI/UL 60079-11:09 Electrical apparatus for Explosive Gas Atmospheres -
Part 11: Intrinsic Safety “i”
ANSI/UL 60079-15:09 Electrical apparatus for Explosive Gas Atmospheres -
Part 15: Type of Protection “n”
ANSI/IEC 60529:2004 Degrees of Protection Provided by Enclosures (IP
Code)

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