Model 3217/3218

Digital Sensor Array

Data Sheet No. G511

Ethernet Pressure Scanner

Features
• Intelligent pressure modules

• “Network Ready” Ethernet TCP/IP & UDP

• 500 samples/channel/second EU

• ±.05% full scale long term accuracy*

• 0 - 750 psi pressure range

• Temperature compensated pressure sensors

• Dual pressure ranges available

• Time stamped data available

DSA3217 (shown)
General Description Applications
The DSA3200 series pressure scanners are versatile, all- The DSA3200 series is available in two basic configurations;
in-one data acquisition systems. Each DSA3217/3218 the DSA3217 and the DSA3218. Both configurations offer
is built on a pressure sensor per measurement channel the same functionality, but differ in packaging and intended
architecture. Every pressure sensor is uniquely calibrated applications. The DSA3217 is enclosed in a stainless steel,
over a wide temperature range. All data acquisition, data splash resistant enclosure intended for most laboratory,
conversion and communications tasks are handled by the educational or other controlled environments. The
integrated A/D converters and processor. This combination DSA3218 however, is enclosed in a stainless steel, splash
provides easy setup, simple operation and long term resistant, shock mounted enclosure with Swagelok® fittings
reliability. on all pneumatic connections. It is intended for applications
such as gas turbine testing, flight testing, industrial
In addition to the electronics, internal calibration valves are applications and other more rugged environments.
included to provide maximum functionality. The valves allow
for several logic states including measurement, isolate, Additionally, the DSA3218 series offers and optional heater
calibrate and purge. In the calibration configuration, either or cooling kit, allowing the DSA to operate in a much wider
a known pressure can be applied for a span verification/ temperature range. This allows for year-round operations
correction, or the sensors can each be pneumatically in open test cells, close-coupled mounting to gas turbine
shorted together allowing for a quick zero offset calibration. tests, elevated temperatures for Freon testing or any other
This zero offset calibration feature, in conjunction with environment where temperature extremes will be seen or
the sensor’s natural stability and repeatability combine to rapid temperature changes are expected.
provide maximum long term accuracy.
Again, the DSA3200’s features and options offers support
Once processed, the DSA outputs the data in either ASCII for a wide range of applications and uses. The all-in-one
or Binary format over the Ethernet network TCP/IP or UDP. packaging makes configuration easy and operations
The DSA can be setup and all configuration variables can simple.
be set over the same Ethernet connection.

The result of the DSA’s careful design is a complete

DSA® is a registered trademark of Scanivalve Corp.
package that makes multi-point pressure acquisition tasks Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.
simple. The DSA’s functionality and flexibility make it an LabVIEW® is a registered trademark of National Instruments.
Swagelok® is a registered trademark of Swagelok Corp.
excellent fit for a wide range of applications.
*Some ranges, see page 3 for complete accuracy specifications

ISO 9001:2008 CERTIFIED

 Module
DSA3217/3218 Features or interpolates between planes to correct the pressure
reading. This on-line temperature correction and quick zero
Calibration Valve calibration corrects for inherent zero drift and temperature
The DSA3217/3218 calibration valve is “Normally Px” sensitivity, thus assuring a long-term 6 month accuracy of
where no control pressures or a loss of control pressure ±.05%FS.
defaults the valve to the operate (sense) mode. 90 psi
control pressure is required to switch the DSA calibration Configurations
valve into purge, calibrate or isolate mode. Each of these
states can be established during a test with measurement DSA3217 and DSA3218 modules can be configured to
pressure applied. This flexibility allows the DSA to be specifically fit each unique application. A wide variety of
calibrated online with either a zero or multi-point calibration. pneumatic configurations as well as interface options and
environmental options are offered.
An internal solenoid valve is utilized for performing
quick zero calibrations without the use of a pres- Pneumatic Configurations
sure calibrator. When actuated, the positive side Standard DSA modules come with the reference side of all
of the pressure sensor is pneumatically shorted to 16 transducers manifolded to a single reference port. If the
the reference manifold, creating a zero differential. DSA is ordered as a dual-range unit, a reference is provide
The sensor offsets are then updated and saved in for each range. As an option, the DSA can be configured
EEPROM. with individual reference ports for all 16 channels. For
more flexibility when differential measurements are
required, both DSA3217 and DSA3218 modules can be
offered in 8 channel “True Differential” configurations which
provides inputs and calibration valves on both sides of each
individual transducer.

Interface Options
DSA3218 modules come standard with 1/8” Swagelok®
fittings. These can easily be substituted with 1/16”, 1/4”
or 6mm Swagelok® fittings.

Environmental Options
The DSA3218 is designed for rugged environments, but to
supplement this capability the DSA3218 can be offered with
a self-controlled internal heater, or input and exhaust ports
for cooling. Depending on the environment, DSA modules
with heaters can be operated in ambient temperatures
down to -55°C. DSA modules with cooling kits can be
operated to ambient temperatures of 80°C, provided
sufficient cooling air flow is provided.

Digital Sensor Array System

DSA3200
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DIGITAL SENSOR ARRAY C MODULE NO. n

A
L P E
I R DSA3200 T
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Sensors - High Accuracy, Long Term Stability B E MODULE NO. 2 H

R S E
Each DSA3217/3218 silicon pressure sensor is thermally A S R
compensated and packaged in its own rugged field- T U DSA3200 N
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I R MODULE NO. 1 E
replaceable housing. The transducers are factory calibrated O E T
over their full pressure and temperature ranges. The N
SERVO PRESSURE
resultant calibration data are stored in a 60 plane pressure/ CALIBRATOR
temperature look-up table in EEPROM.
PC OR MAINFRAME
As the sensed sensor bridge temperature changes, the
microprocessor selects the appropriate temperature plane (Ethernet)
 3200 System / Specifications
Communications
Additionally available is a Software Development Kit
The DSA3217/3218 module interfaces directly to for users who want to write their own detailed data
a host via an Ethernet connection. Scanivalve’s acquisition program in LabVIEW®. This Develop-
optional Configuration Utility software for LabVIEW® ment Kit includes the Configuration Utility software
Runtime is designed to assist a user in establishing and examples to assist a user in the setup of the
communications and configuring the DSA module. system. An OPC driver is also available.
Specifications Operating
Temperature: DSA3217: 0°C to 60°C
Inputs (Px): DSA3218: 0°C to 55°C
DSA3217: Standard: 16 each .063 inch below 0°C, specify heater
(1.6mm) O.D. tubulations above +55°C, specify cooling kit
DSA3218: Standard: 1/8 inch Swagelok® Temperature
fittings Compensated
Optional: 1/16 and 1/4 inch Range: 0°C to 69°C standard
Swagelok® fittings Mating Connector I/O: RJ-45 (DSA 3217)
Full Scale Ranges: Type: I/O: PTO6A-8-4S-SR (DSA 3218)
Differential: ±5 inch H2O,10 inch H2O, 1, 2.5, Power: Bendix PTO6A-8-3S-SR,
5, 15, 30, 50,100, 250, 500, 600, 3 pin female
750 psid (±2.5, 7, 17, 35,100, 205, 345, 690, Trigger: Bendix JTO1RE8-6S-SR,
1725, 3450, 4125, 5175kPa) 6 pin female (SN 180 and up)
Absolute: 15, 30, 50, 100 and 250 psia Power Requirements:
Accuracy*: DSA3217: 28Vdc nominal @ 400mA
(20-36Vdc)
SENSOR PRESSURE STATIC ACCURACY DSA3218: (w/Heater) 28Vdc nominal @ 1.25A (24-
RANGE (%F.S.) 36Vdc)
DSA3218: (w/o Heater) 28Vdc nominal @ 400mA
±5 inch H2O ±.40%
±10 inch H2O ±.20%
External Trigger: 6.5 mA at 9 Vdc minimum edge
sensing
±1 psid ±.12%
±2.5 psid ±.08%
Overpressure Capacity: (with no damage)
±5 to 500 psid ±.05% 5 inch H2O= 2 psi (13.79 kPa)
±501 to 750 psid ±.08%
10 inch H2O = 2 psi (13.79 kPa)
1 psid = 5 psi (35kPa)
±.05% (with CALB
15 psia to 250 psia 2.5 to 499 psid (3440 kPa) = 2.0x
performed)
500 psid (3450 kPa) = 1.5x
±.10% (without CALB 750 psid (5175 kPa) = 850psi (5860kPa)
15 psia to 250 psia
performed) Maximum
(Including linearity, hysteresis, and repeatability) Reference Pressure: 250 psig (1725 kPa)
Resolution:
16 bit Media Compatibility: Gases compatible with silicon,
silicone, aluminum, and Buna-N
Scan Rate: 500 Hz/Channel EU
Weight: DSA3217/16Px: 6.4 lbs. (2.9 kg)
Communication:
Ethernet 10baseT
DSA3218/16Px: 9.8 lbs. (4.45 kg)
Communication
Total Thermal Error
Protocol: TCP/IP or UDP
over 0 - 60°C Range: ±.001% F.S./°C
Ordering Information
DSA3217 16Px — 500 psid Less Heater 10 base T

Model Pressure Range(s)

-DSA3217 (Specify psid or psia) Temperature options
only used when order-
-DSA3218 (in
ing DSA3218
Environmental Box) Inputs/Type Measurement
-Less Heater (std.)
-16, 16 Inputs/16 Sensors -With Heater
Px Interface -8, 8 Inputs/8 Differential Sensors -Cooling Kit
-Leave blank, .063 inch tubulations -8D, 8 Inputs with Individual References
-SW 1/16, Swagelok® (DSA3218 only) -16A, 16 Inputs/16 Absolute Sensors
-SW 1/8, Swagelok® (DSA3218 only) -16D, 16 Inputs with Individual Refer-
-SW 1/4, Swagelok® (DSA3218 only) ences (high side CAL only)
*Some combinations of pressure ranges in dual-range modules may dictate a reduction in accuracy
 Dimensions
Dimensions Inches [mm]

DSA3217/16 Px

DSA3218/16Px

*Each DSA module comes with the mating trigger and power connector. Ethernet connector comes with DSA3218 module only.
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