PCB Piezotronics ICP 105C12 User manual

Model 105C12
ICP® Pressure Sensor
Installation and Operating Manual
For assistance with the operation of this product,
contact PCB Piezotronics, Inc.
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The information contained in this document supersedes all similar information that
may be found elsewhere in this manual.
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reason, you are not completely satisfied
with any PCB product, PCB will repair,
replace, or exchange it at no charge. You
may also choose to have your purchase
price refunded in lieu of the repair,
replacement, or exchange of the product.
Service – Due to the sophisticated nature
of the sensors and associated
instrumentation provided by PCB
Piezotronics, user servicing or repair is
not recommended and, if attempted, may
void the factory warranty. Routine
maintenance, such as the cleaning of
electrical connectors, housings, and
mounting surfaces with solutions and
techniques that will not harm the
physical material of construction, is
acceptable. Caution should be observed
to insure that liquids are not permitted to
migrate into devices that are not
hermetically sealed. Such devices should
only be wiped with a dampened cloth
and never submerged or have liquids
poured upon them.
Repair – In the event that equipment
becomes damaged or ceases to operate,
arrangements should be made to return
the equipment to PCB Piezotronics for
repair. User servicing or repair is not
recommended and, if attempted, may
void the factory warranty.
Calibration – Routine calibration of
sensors and associated instrumentation is
recommended as this helps build
confidence in measurement accuracy and
acquired data. Equipment calibration
cycles are typically established by the
users own quality regimen. When in
doubt about a calibration cycle, a good
“rule of thumb” is to recalibrate on an
annual basis. It is also good practice to
recalibrate after exposure to any severe
temperature extreme, shock, load, or
other environmental influence, or prior
to any critical test.
PCB Piezotronics maintains an ISO-
9001 certified metrology laboratory and
offers calibration services, which are
accredited by A2LA to ISO/IEC 17025,
with full traceablility to N.I.S.T. In
addition to the normally supplied
calibration, special testing is also
available, such as: sensitivity at elevated
or cryogenic temperatures, phase
response, extended high or low
frequency response, extended range, leak
testing, hydrostatic pressure testing, and
others. For information on standard
recalibration services or special testing,
contact your local PCB Piezotronics
distributor, sales representative, or
factory customer service representative.
Returning Equipment – Following
these procedures will insure that your
returned materials are handled in the
most expedient manner. Before returning
any equipment to PCB Piezotronics,
contact your local distributor, sales
representative, or factory customer
service representative to obtain a Return
Warranty, Service, Repair, and
Return Policies and Instructions

Materials Authorization (RMA)
Number. This RMA number should be
clearly marked on the outside of all
package(s) and on the packing list(s)
accompanying the shipment. A detailed
account of the nature of the problem(s)
being experienced with the equipment
should also be included inside the
package(s) containing any returned
materials.
A Purchase Order, included with the
returned materials, will expedite the
turn-around of serviced equipment. It is
recommended to include authorization
on the Purchase Order for PCB to
proceed with any repairs, as long as they
do not exceed 50% of the replacement
cost of the returned item(s). PCB will
provide a price quotation or replacement
recommendation for any item whose
repair costs would exceed 50% of
replacement cost, or any item that is not
economically feasible to repair. For
routine calibration services, the Purchase
Order should include authorization to
proceed and return at current pricing,
which can be obtained from a factory
customer service representative.
Warranty – All equipment and repair
services provided by PCB Piezotronics,
Inc. are covered by a limited warranty
against defective material and
workmanship for a period of one year
from date of original purchase. Contact
PCB for a complete statement of our
warranty. Expendable items, such as
batteries and mounting hardware, are not
covered by warranty. Mechanical
damage to equipment due to improper
use is not covered by warranty.
Electronic circuitry failure caused by the
introduction of unregulated or improper
excitation power or electrostatic
discharge is not covered by warranty.
Contact Information – International
customers should direct all inquiries to
their local distributor or sales office. A
complete list of distributors and offices
can be found at www.pcb.com.
Customers within the United States may
contact their local sales representative or
a factory customer service
representative. A complete list of sales
representatives can be found at
www.pcb.com. Toll-free telephone
numbers for a factory customer service
representative, in the division
responsible for this product, can be
found on the title page at the front of this
manual. Our ship to address and general
contact numbers are:
PCB Piezotronics, Inc.
3425 Walden Ave.
Depew, NY 14043 USA
Toll-free: [phone]
24-hour SensorLineSM: [phone]
Website: www.pcb.com
E-mail: [email protected]
DOCUMENT NUMBER: 21354
DOCUMENT REVISION: B
ECN: 17900

Drawing Number: 21106
Revision: NR
OPERATION MANUAL FOR
MINIATURE ICPPRESSURE SENSOR
105A AND 105C SERIES
1
1.0 INTRODUCTION
This model series is designed to satisfy the need for
measurement of dynamic pressures where space is
limited, such as in model testing.
The series consists of three basic mechanical
configurations or styles, each featuring a .099”
diameter diaphragm and each with a built-in
impedance-converting amplifier for simple,
convenient, two-wire, low-impedance operation.
2.0 DESCRIPTION
The Series 105A sensors utilize two quartz discs in a
thickness compression mode to produce a high-
impedance level signal which is impressed across the
input of a microminiature impedance
converter built into the sensor housing.
The signal is superimposed upon a +11 volt (nominal)
bias level at the amplifier output and is normally
decoupled from the bias voltage in the power unit.
This signal can be fed directly into most common
readout instruments such as oscilloscopes, digital
voltmeters, AC meters, peak meters, recorders, etc.
The output impedance is less than 100 ohms.
Consult guide G-0001B "General Guide to ICP
Instrumentation" for a more complete treatment of the
ICP(Integrated Circuit Piezoelectric) principle.
3.0 INSTALLATION
Because of the miniature size of these units, extra
care should be exercised in preparation of mounting
ports and in installation of sensors into the ports.
Individual dimensional, performance and installation
drawings are included in the manual for each
particular model. Adhere carefully to instructions on
these drawings.
It is not necessary to use low-noise treated coaxial
cable as with high-impedance type sensors. PCB
Model 002A Cable is recommended.
3.1 MODEL 105A
This is the smallest of the three styles and it is
supplied in only the 100 psi range.
The Model 105A is normally mounted using Model
060A04 Clamp Nut (supplied); however, if lack of
space precludes the use of the clamp nut, the sensor
may be epoxied in place if necessary.
Do not over torque clamp nut, as to do so may distort
the body of the sensor and affect the sensitivity of the
device.
The electrical connection to this model is made by
soldering the positive (center conductor) lead from
the power unit to the .040 diameter solder terminal
provided.
(IMPORTANT! See Section 8.0, page 4)
NOTE: Do not overheat this terminal. Use a small
iron with only enough heat to obtain good solder
joint.
The electrical ground return is made to the sensor
body. This connection can be made by attaching
electrically to the structure or by using the metal
ribbon spotwelded to the sensor body.
3.2 MODELS 105C02, C12 & C22
This style utilizes a 10-32 external thread to facilitate
mounting. It is supplied in three full-scale ranges:
100, 1000 and 5000 psi.
Prepare mounting port in accordance with installation
drawing provided in manual. Do not over torque.
Use only enough torque to obtain a seal.
The electrical connection is made via a 5-44 coaxial
connector. Use coaxial 002G10 cable, 5-44 to 10-32
microdot.

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OPERATION MANUAL FOR
MINIATURE ICPPRESSURE SENSOR
105A AND 105C SERIES
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3.3 MODELS 105C03, C13, 23, C33,
C43
This style is the largest and is supplied in five models
with full-scale ranges to 100, 1000, 5000, 10,000 and
30,000 psi.
The electrical connection to this style sensor is made
via a 10-32 coaxial connector.
3.4 FLASH TEMPERATURE
PROTECTION
It is good practice to protect the diaphragm against
flash thermal effects, especially when flush-mounted,
to minimize spurious outputs generated by high heat
influx due to blasts, high compression heating, etc.
One or more layers of black vinyl electrical tape on
the diaphragm can be useful for this purpose in many
cases. RTV-type silicone rubber has also proven
effective.
Experimentation is the best method for determination
of effectiveness of protective material for each sensor
application.
3.5 RECESSED INSTALLATION
If ultra-high frequency response is not needed, it is
good practice to use a recessed diaphragm
installation.
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Typical Recessed Installation
Because of its one-piece machined diaphragm
construction, the 105A series is sensitive over its
entire frontal area. Use extreme care when preparing
recessed installation port to ensure that no particles,
burrs or other residue are entrapped in the .010”gap
ahead of the diaphragm. Force on the diaphragm due
to such entrapped particles may change the
calibration of the sensor.
Recessed mounting protects the sensor diaphragm
from the effects of high-flash temperatures and
particle impingement due to blast effects, thereby
prolonging sensor life.
The limitation is that this type of installation lies in
the high-frequency limiting effects of the passage, due
to its length.
The passage behaves like an underdamped second
order system, the resonant frequency being
determined by the passage length. This can have a
limiting effect on pressure pulse rise time while
causing passage ringing in cases where the passage is
too long with respect to pulse rise time. (See chart
below.)
The following relationship determines this resonant
frequency (fr):
(Hz)
L
4
V
fr (Eq. 1)
Where: fr= Resonant frequency of passage (Hz)
V = Velocity of sound in air (ft/sec)
L = Length of column (ft)
For air at room temperature, (Eq. 1) becomes:
L
3300
fr
Where L = Passage length (in.)

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MINIATURE ICPPRESSURE SENSOR
105A AND 105C SERIES
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The natural frequency and approximate fastest
pressure step rise time for various length passages is
shown in the following chart. (Medium, air at 25C).
PASSAGE
LENGTH (in.) PASSAGE RESONANCE
(kHz)
APPROX.
FASTEST
PULSE RISE
TIME (u Sec)
.050 66 5
.100 33 10
.200 16.5 20
.50 6.6 50
1.0 3.3 100
Passage Resonance vs. Passage Length
Actual resonant frequencies measured in practice may
differ slightly from the chart values due to variations
in the velocity of propagation of sound caused by
changes in temperature and pressure of the medium in
the passage.
For best matching of passage to diaphragm, maintain
the .010”clearance ahead of the diaphragm as shown
in Typical Recessed Installation figure.
4.0 OPERATION
Connect sensor to signal conditioner as shown below,
depending upon sensor style being used.
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A
Signal Conditioner
To Readout
070A09 Solder
Connector Adaptor
105A
Solder Terminal
2-Wire Cable
Scope
XDCR
Typical Circuit Connection (For 105A)
Typical Circuit Connection (For 105C02,C03,
C12, C13, C22, C23, C33, C43)
NOTE: All PCB signal conditioners for ICPsensor
contain current-limiting circuitry to set the input
current in the range of 2 to 20 mA.
Do not connect a power supply to these units without
current limiting. To do so will destroy the built-in IC
amplifier.
All PCB signal conditioners feature fault-monitoring
voltmeters on the front panel. During normal
operation, the meter will indicate about mid-scale
(+11 volts). If one of the connections to the sensor is
open, the meter will read full scale (yellow area).
Should a short occur on the sensor line, the meter will
read 0 volts (red area).
5.0 CALIBRATION
Because of the relatively short discharge time
constant of this series, static calibration means cannot
be used. Fast dynamic means such as step function or
pulse generators must be used instead.
Contact the factory for help in solving specific
calibration problems.
6.0 MAINTENANCE
The small size and sealed construction of these
sensors precludes field maintenance and repair.
Should a problem develop, contact the factory for
assistance.
002A Cable
X
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Scope To Readou
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M
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SignalConditioner
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MINIATURE ICPPRESSURE SENSOR
105A AND 105C SERIES
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7.0 CAUTIONS
1. Do not apply voltage to the electrical terminals
without current-limiting protection.
2. Do not apply more than 30 VDC to the sensor.
3. Do not put more than 20 mA current into the
input terminals.
4. Do not overtorque sensors when installing.
5. Do not apply too much heat to the solder pin
of style 1.
8.0 TERMINAL LEAD AND GROUND
To eliminate any possibility of overheating the solder
terminal and destroying the microamplifier in the
sensor, a 2.0 inch long insulated wire has been
provided on the solder terminal for soldering a
connector lead from the power unit. The ground
return is provided by a metal ribbon (.003 x .020)
welded to the Model 060A04 clamp nut.
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