The IFM PL5400 is a high-pressure flush pressure transmitter designed for dependable relative pressure measurement in industrial and mobile applications. It provides a 0 to 400 bar measuring range and a 4 to 20 mA analogue output for continuous pressure monitoring and control. Its thin-film measuring cell with diaphragm seal technology enables reliable measurement of liquids, gases, viscous media and liquids containing suspended particles. The compact stainless-steel housing provides high mechanical strength and resistance to shock and vibration. With IP67/IP69K protection and a robust pressure-resistant design, the PL5400 is suitable for demanding hydraulic and industrial pressure applications.
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The PL5400 is designed for applications requiring pressure measurement up to 400 bar, equivalent to 5800 psi or 40 MPa. Its thin-film measuring cell provides reliable relative pressure measurement while the diaphragm seal technology supports applications involving different industrial media. The transmitter is suitable for liquids, gases, viscous media and liquids containing suspended particles. Its high pressure capacity makes it especially useful for hydraulic equipment, industrial machinery and mobile systems where pressure levels can be significantly higher than those handled by standard pressure transmitters.
The transmitter provides a standard 4 to 20 mA analogue output that can be connected directly to PLCs, controllers, monitoring equipment and industrial automation systems. Its repeatability is specified below ±0.05 % of span, supporting consistent pressure measurement during normal operation. The linearity and hysteresis deviations are also kept low for dependable signal quality. With an analogue output step response of approximately 2 ms, the transmitter can respond quickly to pressure changes in dynamic industrial systems.
The PL5400 is manufactured with a compact stainless-steel housing designed for harsh industrial environments and limited installation space. The device provides a static pressure rating of 800 bar and a minimum bursting pressure of 1700 bar, giving it substantial mechanical pressure resistance. It can withstand shock levels of 50 g for 11 ms and vibration levels of 20 g from 10 to 2000 Hz. The minimum pressure cycle rating is 60 million cycles at 1.2 times nominal pressure, supporting long-term operation in repetitive pressure applications.
The PL5400 operates from 8.5 to 36 V DC and provides IP67 and IP69K protection for demanding industrial environments. Its ambient operating temperature range is -25 to 90 °C, while the medium temperature range extends from -20 to 90 °C. The transmitter uses an M12 A-coded electrical connection and incorporates reverse polarity, short-circuit and overload protection. Its G 1/4 external threaded connection allows convenient integration into compatible pressure systems.
0 to 400 bar measuring range
4 to 20 mA analogue current output
Thin-film measuring cell
Diaphragm seal technology
Flush-mountable design
G 1/4 external threaded connection
800 bar static pressure rating
1700 bar minimum bursting pressure
IP67 and IP69K protection
50 g shock resistance
20 g vibration resistance
2 ms analogue response time
Excellent repeatability
Low linearity error
High pressure cycle endurance
8.5 to 36 V DC supply
Reverse polarity protection
Short-circuit protection
Overload protection
M12 A-coded connector
Compact stainless-steel housing
Suitable for viscous media
Suitable for liquids with suspended particles
Suitable for industrial and mobile applications
High-pressure hydraulic systems
Industrial hydraulic equipment
Mobile hydraulic machinery
Heavy machinery pressure monitoring
Industrial process equipment
Machine pressure monitoring
Hydraulic power units
Pressure monitoring of liquids
Pressure monitoring of gases
Viscous media applications
Industrial automation systems
PLC pressure monitoring
Mobile equipment
High-pressure process systems
Machinery exposed to vibration
Compact industrial installations
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Model | PL5400 |
| Product Type | Flush pressure transmitter |
| Order Code | PL-400-SEG14-A-ZVG/US/ /W |
| Brand | IFM |
| Pressure Type | Relative pressure |
| Measuring Principle | Thin-film measuring cell with diaphragm seal |
| Measuring Range | 0...400 bar |
| Measuring Range | 0...5800 psi |
| Measuring Range | 0...40 MPa |
| Analogue Output | 4...20 mA |
| Number of Analogue Outputs | 1 |
| Operating Voltage | 8.5...36 V DC |
| Protection Class | III |
| Process Connection | G 1/4 external thread |
| Process Connection Standard | DIN EN ISO 1179-2 |
| Process Seal | FKM |
| Medium | Liquids and gases |
| Suitable Media | Viscous media and liquids with suspended particles |
| Medium Temperature | -20...90 °C |
| Ambient Temperature | -25...90 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -25...100 °C |
| Pressure Rating | 800 bar |
| Minimum Bursting Pressure | 1700 bar |
| Vacuum Resistance | -1000 mbar |
| Repeatability | < ±0.05 % of span |
| Characteristics Deviation | < ±0.5 % of span |
| Linearity Deviation | < ±0.1 % BFSL / ±0.2 % LS |
| Hysteresis Deviation | < ±0.2 % of span |
| Long-Term Stability | < ±0.1 % of span / 6 months |
| Analogue Response Time | 2 ms |
| Protection Rating | IP67 / IP69K |
| Shock Resistance | 50 g, 11 ms |
| Vibration Resistance | 20 g, 10...2000 Hz |
| Housing | Cylindrical |
| Housing Dimensions | Ø19 mm × 73.8 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 64.6 g |
| Housing Materials | 17-4 PH/630 stainless steel, 316L, PEI |
| Wetted Materials | 17-4 PH/630 stainless steel, 316L, FKM |
| Tightening Torque | 25...35 Nm |
| Electrical Connection | M12 connector |
| Connector Coding | A-coded |
| Pressure Transmission Fluid | NEOBEE |
| Minimum Pressure Cycles | 60 million at 1.2 × nominal pressure |
| Insulation Resistance | ≥100 MΩ at 500 V DC |
| MTTF | 787 years |
| UL Approval | J047 / E174189 |
| Pack Quantity | 1 piece |
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