MULTI-RANGE
REFERENCE PRESSURE MONITOR
High performance pressure measurement
and great features in a compact, rugged
and easy to use package...
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INTRODUCTION For applications not requiring the highest
specifications, a b Type RPT is offered. RPM3s
RPM3 is much more than a traditional practical features and operations are maintained,
pressure indicator. while cost is reduced.
Advanced pressure transducer technology, A unique dynamic atmospheric pressure
microprocessor control and innovative compensation system uses an independent
engineering are combined to offer new levels of on-board barometer to provide seamless push
versatility and valuable features while keeping
operation simple and straightforward.
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Push-button selection between measuring modes
and up to six ranges in one compact package
allow a single RPM3 to fill-in where multiple
instruments were needed in the past... and two
levels of internal transducer performance are
offered to best fit your application and budget.
Full remote communications are supported but all
functions can also be controlled locally, without a
computer, from the user friendly front panel.
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State of the art features... compact and
rugged... specifications you can count on...
and configured specifically to your needs...
RPM3, the perfect solution in a wide variety of
high accuracy pressure calibration, testing and
measurement applications. 1. Ready/Not Ready Indication (based on user A. RANGE F
setable stability test) B. MODE Fu
2. Current Pressure, Pressure Units and will witho
Measurement Mode C. DISPLAY
ADVANCED PRESSURE 3. Head Correction On/Off average,
MEASUREMENT TECHNOLOGY 4. AutoZ On/Off D. SDS Fun
5. Current Measurement Range transduce
RPM3 uses transfer standard quality reference 6. Special Functions Display E. AutoZ Fu
stability o
pressure transducers (RPTs) to provide
extraordinary pressure measurement capability.
Their quartz crystal oscillator based technology button switching between gauge and absolute
is more costly than the super compensated measurement modes without extra vacuum pumps
commodity sensors used by or gauges (AXXXX RPTs only).
many manufacturers,
AutoZ, an automated autozeroing function
but the benefits in
supports simple, one-step rezeroing whenever
precision and
vented in gauge mode or by comparison to
stability over time
any barometric reference in absolute mode.
are well worth it.
RPM3s RPTs also offer
the advantages of low MULTI-RANGING
warm up time, gas species
independence, c o m p l e t e i s o l a t i o n o f t h e Thanks to the quality of its RPTs and
measuring element from the test medium and advanced pressure measurement technology,
minimal sensitivity to attitude. each RPM3 RPT supports three ranges with a
3:1 turndown ratio without deterioration in
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PRESSURE MONITOR
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accuracy. A single RPM3 can include one or connected to a pressure system up to 2 000 psi
two RPTs giving a total of three or six ranges (13 MPa) without separate measures to isolate or
in a single unit. disconnect it. Whether an RPM3 is in use or idle,
SDS is always active to isolate and vent RPTs in
Complete freedom in combining RPT ranges anticipation of a potential overpressure situation.
and types allows an RPM3 to be configured to
your exact requirements. See the table on the
facing page for the full selection of RPTs available. ON-BOARD DISPLAY FUNCTIONS
By simple front panel selection, the second
A B C line of the RPM3 display can be customized
to display a variety of useful information.
Display options include:
Average The average pressure over a user set time
period with countdown to next update
and standard deviation about the mean.
Rate The current rate of change of pressure
D (stability) in pressure units/second.
Deviation The deviation of the current pressure
E from a user set target pressure.
Hi/Lo The maximum and minimum pressure
observed since start time.
Freeze Hold a displayed reading on operator trigger.
Function - Select between up to six ranges at the push of a button.
unction - Change between gauge and absolute measurement modes at
ut special equipment or procedures (AXXXX RPTs only).
FEATURES, FEATURES, FEATURES
Y Function - Select special display functions including rate, deviation, RPM3 includes all the features you expect in
hi/lo, freeze and clean.
nction - Self Defense System (SDS) to isolate and protect internal todays modern instruments and more... stability
ers from test system. dependent pressure ready/not ready indication to
unction - One step, intelligent rezeroing relative to a reference for improved simplify use... automatic liquid and gas head
over time.
corrections for maximum accuracy... 15 pressure
units including custom
SDS SELF DEFENSE SYSTEM units... pressure rate
Every RPT of 1 500 psi (10 000 kPa) or under is dependent reading
protected by DHIs unique Self Defense System integration for display
(SDS). SDS automatically updates at the speed
protects RPM3 RPTs from you need them...
overpressure damage and no-nonsense, easy to read
possible loss of valuable display... standard IEEE-488
calibration history... SDS interface using SCPI protocol...
uses two miniature valves pass through RS-232 interfaces for chaining... flash
and on-board RPM3 memory for simple software upgrades from a PC...
intelligence to isolate and PC based recalibration utility software included...
vent RPTs when they are not in LabVIEW® drivers included.
use or overpressure is about to
occur. SDS allows any range of RPT to be left
REFERENCE PRESSURE TRANSDUCERS (RPTs)
AND RANGES
SELECTING PRESSURE RANGES The tables below provide a list of the RPTs
available. In a US version, the ranges are
An RPM3s pressure ranges and specifications defined in and the default unit is psi. Ranges in
are determined by the selection of the other units are the equivalent of the psi ranges.
reference pressure transducer(s) (RPTs) that In the SI version, ranges are defined in and the
it uses to measure pressure. One or two default unit is kPa. Ranges in other units are
(RPTs) may be included in a single RPM3. the equivalent of the kPa ranges. See the
See the notes below the tables for specific Specifications page of this brochure for the
configuration guidelines. difference between Standard and b Type RPTs.
STANDARD RPTs
US UNITS VERSION SI UNITS VERSION
(psi) (> A1500, MPa; < A1500, kPa)
RPT Range1 (Lo) Range2 (Mid) Range3 (Hi) Range1 (Lo) Range2 (Mid) Range3 (Hi) Test SDS
Designation Absolute Gauge Absolute Gauge Absolute Gauge Absolute Gauge Absolute Gauge Absolute Gauge Connection System
A0015 5 -10 10 -5 15 0 30 -70 60 -40 100 0 1/8 in NPT F Yes
A0023 7 -8 15 0 23 8 50 -50 100 0 160 60 1/8 in NPT F Yes
A0030 10 -5 20 5 30 15 60 -40 120 20 200 100 1/8 in NPT F Yes
A0050 15 0 30 15 50 35 100 0 200 100 350 250 1/8 in NPT F Yes
A0100 30 15 60 50 100 100 200 100 400 300 700 700 1/8 in NPT F Yes
A0200 50 50 100 100 200 200 400 400 800 800 1 400 1 400 1/8 in NPT F Yes
A0300 100 100 200 200 300 300 600 600 1 200 1 200 2 000 2 000 1/8 in NPT F Yes
A0500 150 150 300 300 500 500 1 000 1 000 2 000 2 000 3 500 3 500 1/8 in NPT F Yes
A1000 300 300 600 600 1 000 1 000 2 000 2 000 4 000 4 000 7 000 7 000 1/8 in NPT F Yes
A1500 500 500 1 000 1 000 1 500 1 500 3 000 3 000 6 000 6 000 10 000 10 000 1/8 in NPT F Yes
A2000 600 600 1 200 1 200 2 000 2 000 5 5 9 9 14 14 1/8 in NPT F No
A3000 1 000 1 000 2 000 2 000 3 000 3 000 6 6 12 12 20 20 1/8 in NPT F No
A6000 2 000 2 000 4 000 4 000 6 000 6 000 13 13 25 25 40 40 1/8 in NPT F No
A10000 3 000 3 000 6 000 6 000 10 000 10 000 20 20 40 40 70 70 1/8 in NPT F No
A15000 5 000 5 000 10 000 10 000 15 000 15 000 30 30 60 60 100 100 DH500 F No
A20000 6 000 6 000 12 000 12 000 20 000 20 000 40 40 80 80 140 140 DH500 F No
A30000 10 000 10 000 20 000 20 000 30 000 30 000 60 60 120 120 200 200 DH500 F No
A40000 12 000 12 000 25 000 25 000 40 000 40 000 100 100 150 150 275 275 DH500 F No
G0015 N/A 5 N/A 10 N/A 15 N/A 30 N/A 60 N/A 100 1/8 in NPT F Yes
G0030 N/A 10 N/A 20 N/A 30 N/A 60 N/A 120 N/A 200 1/8 in NPT F Yes
b TYPE RPTs
US UNITS VERSION SI UNITS VERSION
(psi) (< A1500, kPa)
RPT Range1 (Lo) Range2 (Mid) Range3 (Hi) Range1 (Lo) Range2 (Mid) Range3 (Hi) Test SDS
Designation Absolute Gauge Absolute Gauge Absolute Gauge Absolute Gauge Absolute Gauge Absolute Gauge Connection System
A0020b 6 -9 15 0 20 5 40 -60 100 0 140 35 1/8 in NPT F Yes
A0100b 30 15 60 50 100 100 200 100 400 300 700 700 1/8 in NPT F Yes
A0500b 150 150 300 300 500 500 1 000 1 000 2 000 2 000 3 500 3 500 1/8 in NPT F Yes
G0002b N/A 0.6 N/A 1.2 N/A 2 N/A 5 N/A 10 N/A 15 1/8 in NPT F Yes
G0007b N/A 2.5 N/A 4 N/A 7 N/A 15 N/A 30 N/A 50 1/8 in NPT F Yes
G0020b N/A 7 N/A 12 N/A 20 N/A 50 N/A 80 N/A 140 1/8 in NPT F Yes
Configuration Notes:
Any two RPTs can be combined in one RPM3 except designations > A10000 must be single.
All RPTs designated A1500 or lower include SDS (Self Defense System) except if liquid filled.
In two RPT systems, if both RPTs are designated < A1500, there is only one test port (1/8 in. NPT F). If one or both of the RPTs is of a designation > A1500, there
is one test port for each RPT with test connection fittings as specified in the tables above. Liquid filled RPTs always have independent test ports and no SDS.
GXXXX RPTs have a 1/8 in. NPT F TEST (-) port (connected to the low side of the GXXXX RPT) in addition to the regular TEST port.
O R D E R I N G I N F O R M AT I O N
RPM3 may be configured with single or dual reference To configure an RPM3, define the model number
pressure transducers (RPTs). Single RPT models have following instructions for single or dual RPTs below
three ranges, dual RPT models have six ranges. RPTs and add options and accessories as separate line items
available and their corresponding ranges are listed in as desired.
the table on the preceding page. Standard and b Type
RPTs may be mixed in one RPM3.
SINGLE RPT MODELS DUAL RPT MODELS
Specify the model number as: Specify the model number as:
RPM3 MXXXXb RPM3 D-MXXXXb1/MXXXXb2
Where: MXXXX indicates the RPT designation (see RPT Where: MXXXXb1 indicates the RPT designation of the
and Ranges tables), include b only for b Type RPT. Hi RPT. Include b only for b Type RPT.
For example: RPM3 A1000 is a pressure monitor with MXXXX2 indicates the RPT designation of the Lo RPT.
a single standard RPT whose designation is A1000. For example: RPM3 D-A1000/A0100b is a pressure
It has three ranges (those of an A1000 RPT as listed in monitor with two RPTs whose designations are A1000
the RPTs and Ranges tables). and A0100b. It has six ranges (those of an A1000 RPT
and an A0100b RPT as listed in the RPTs and Ranges tables).
The test port fitting on a single RPT is either 1/8 in. NPT F
or DH500 as specified in the RPTs and Ranges tables. In dual RPT systems, if both RPTs are a designation
RPM3s with a gauge RPT (GXXXX) also have an of A1500 or lower, there is only one test port (1/8 in.
1/8 in. NPT F gauge reference port. NPT F). If one or both of the RPTs is of a designation
greater than A1500, then there is one test port for each
RPT whose fittings are specified in the RPTs and Ranges
tables. Liquid filled RPTs always have independent test
ports and no SDS.
STANDARD DELIVERY ACCESSORIES
Each RPM3 is delivered complete with: MPC1-1000: Manual gas pressure controller
(P/N 401067) for vacuum to 1 000 psi
Power cord (7 000 kPa)
MPC1-3000: Manual gas pressure controller
Tilt-up front feet
(P/N 401210) for vacuum to 3 000 psi
Operation and maintenance manual (20 MPa)
VA-MPC-REF, 110V: Vacuum pump (110V) and
Calibration report documenting direct traceability (P/N 400992) connections for MPC1
to the United States National Institute of Standards
VA-MPC-REF, 220V: Vacuum pump (220V) and
and Technology (NIST)
(P/N 401160) connections for MPC1
CalTool for RPM3 recalibration assistance PK-7000-PPC/MPC: Interconnections kit for RPM3
software with manual (P/N 400985) a n d M P C 1 w i t h q u i c k
connector test connections
(3 000 psi max)
OPTIONS
OPG1: Power assisted oil pressure
SPECIAL TEST FLUID FOR HI RPT: (P/N 401497) generator/controller for pressure
(P/N 07) Specify test fluid to be used up to 200 MPa (30 000 psi)
SPECIAL TEST FLUID FOR LO RPT: RACK MOUNT KIT: Rack mount kit for one RPM3
(P/N 08) Specify test fluid to be used (P/N 401465) (2V, 3.5 in. panel)
UNITS, SI: SI units version COMPASS® for PPC/RPM:
(P/N 04) (P/N 401502) Calibration assistance software
to automate pressure calibration
using RPM3 as the reference
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S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
GENERAL Attitude Effect: 0.008 % /g maximum
Precision1:
Power Requirements: 85 to 264 VAC, 47 to 440 Hz,
< 1 500 psi 0.005 %
18 VA max consumption
> 1 500 and < 20 000 psi 0.010 %
Operating Temperature Range:
15 to 35 oC > 20 000 psi 0.015 %
Vibration: Meets MIL-T-28800D Predicted Stability2: All Ranges
90 day / 1 yr
Weight: 3.5 kg (7.7 lb) max [%]
Dimensions: 8 cm H x 22.5 cm W x 20 cm D Gauge Mode (w/Autozero) 0.003 / 0.009
Absolute Mode (w/Autozero) 0.003 / 0.009
(3.1 in. x 8.9 in. x 7.9 in.) Absolute Mode (w/out Autozero) 0.006 / 0.015
Microprocessor: Motorola 68000, 16 MHz Measurement Accuracy3: < 1 500 psi > 1 500, < 20 000 psi >20 000 psi
90 day / 1 yr [%] 90 day / 1 yr [%] 90 day / 1 yr [%]
Communications Ports: RS-232 (COM1, COM2), IEEE-488.2
Gauge Mode (w/Autozero) 0.008 / 0.012 0.012 / 0.015 0.020 / 0.022
Pressure Ranges: Vacuum to 40 000 psi (275 MPa) Absolute Mode (w/Autozero) 0.008 / 0.012 0.012 / 0.015 0.020 / 0.022
Absolute Mode (w/out Autozero) 0.010 / 0.017 0.015 / 0.020 0.022 / 0.025
Up to six ranges per RPM3
Operating Medium: Any non-corrosive gas or liquid
b TYPE RPTs (± FS of Active Range)
RPTs < 10 000 psi (70 MPa) set up for gas
Transducer Type: Micro-machined piezoresistive silicon
operation, RPTs > 10 000 psi delivered oil filled
Warm Up Time: 15 minutes
b Type RPTs dry (non-condensing) gas only (for temperature stabilization)
Pressure Connections: Overpressure Limits:
TEST Port RPT < 10 000 psi: 1/8 in. NPT F Without Effect on Calibration 120 % of range 3
RPT > 10 000 psi: DH500 (gland and Without Permanent Damage 150 % of range 3
collar type for coned and left hand Resolution: 10 ppm, user setable by individual range
threaded tube equivalent to AE F250C,
HIP HF4, etc.) Temperature Effect: Fully compensated with active independent
Note: RPM3s with two RPTs have only one TEST port if temperature measurement from - 40 to 85 oC
designation of both RPTs is < A1500. If either of the RPTs is
0.015 % maximum temperature effect in
>A1500 or if an RPT is liquid filled, there are two TEST ports,
one for each RPT.
normal ambient 15 to 35 oC operating range
GAUGE REFERENCE Port 1/8 in. NPT F (GXXXX RPTs only) Attitude Effect: Negligeable on all axes
SDS (Self Defense System): SDS is included on any < A1500 RPT that Precision1: 0.015 %
is NOT liquid filled. Predicted Stability2: All Ranges
90 day / 1 yr [%]
Note: SDS is designed to protect RPTs from accidental Gauge Mode (w/Autozero) 0.01 / 0.03
overpressure. However, when SDS is present, normal
Absolute Mode (w/Autozero) 0.01 / 0.03
precautions to avoid RPT overpressure should be observed.
Absolute Mode (w/out Autozero) 0.03 / 0.05
Even when SDS is present, damage to RPTs due to
overpressure is not covered under the product warranty. Measurement Accuracy3: All Ranges
CE Conformance: Available, must be specified 90 day / 1 yr [%]
Gauge Mode (w/Autozero) 0.025 / 0.040
PRESSURE MEASUREMENT Absolute Mode (w/Autozero) 0.025 / 0.040
Absolute Mode (w/out Autozero) 0.035 / 0.060
STANDARD RPTs (± FS of Active Range) 1 Precision: Combined linearity, hysteresis, repeatability.
2 Stability: Maximum change in zero and span over specified time period for typical RPT used under
Transducer Type: Bellows or boudon tube loaded typical conditions. As stability can only be predicted and varies from RPT to RPT, stability for a specific
isolated oscillating quartz crystal RPT should be established from experience.
3 Measurement Accuracy: Maximum deviation of the RPT indication from the true value of the applied
Warm Up Time: < 1 500 psi 15 minutes pressure including precision, stability, temperature effect and calibration standard accuracy of
(for temperature stabilization) > 1 500 psi 30 minutes ± 0.0035 % of reading.
Note: When using an absolute RPT for gauge mode measurements, add ± 2.5 Pa (0.00035 psi)
Overpressure Limits: to the precision specifiation to take into account the resolution and short term stability of the on-board barometer.
Without Effect on Calibration 115 % of range 3 Due to a policy of continuous improvement, all specifications contained in this
document are subject to change without notice.
Without Permanent Damage 125 % of range 3
RPM3, SDS, CalTool and AutoZ are trademarks of DH Instruments, Inc.
Resolution: To 1 ppm, user setable by individual range LabVIEW is a registered trademark of National Instruments Corp.
Temperature Effect: Fully compensated with active independent Products described in this brochure are protected by US and international patents and
temperature measurement from - 20 to 100 oC patents pending.
0.005 % in normal operating temperature
range of 15 to 35 oC
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