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Silicon-on-Sapphire (SOS) technology was initially utilized in the advancement of high temperature integrated circuits for the NASA space program. ESI has taken this technology and developed a sensor that is capable of accurately measuring vibration, torque, force or pressure in extreme temperatures over long periods....
ESI received the title of Sensor Product of the Year at Datateams Instrumentation Excellence Awards in October 2022. Let’s take a closer look at why the GD4200-USB is quickly becoming industries leading choice for digital pressure measurement solutions…
It is becoming increasingly important that the components and equipment used in the marine industry are tested and certified as suitable for use in harsh environments. ESI Technology have recognized the demand, and have classified a range of products from vacuum to 5000 bar, which cover most eventualities in the Marine...
With the new ATEX series 0342 / 0343, SUCO introduces two compact explosion-proof pressure switches with flameproof enclosure. The new ATEX pressure switches are based on the well-proven product series...
SUCO pressure transmitters of the 0630 series support the CANopen® protocol (according to CiA DS-301) with a data transmission rate of up to 1 Mbit/s, which has established itself as the standard especially in the automotive and automation industry...

Pressure Switches FAQ
Mechanical pressure switches from SUCO ESI North America monitor the pressure of liquid or gaseous media, and close or open an electrical circuit on reaching a set threshold....
Adjusting a pressure switch typically involves setting the switch to activate or deactivate at specific pressure levels. Pressure switches are commonly used in various applications, such as controlling pumps, compressors, and other equipment. Here’s a general guide on how to adjust a pressure switch:
The pressure difference between the rising (upper) and falling (lower) switching points (refer to the figure, e.g. NO) is known as hysteresis (switch-back difference). Hysteresis has no constant...
It has proven useful in many applications to deploy our pressure switches with silver contact rivets ensuring that they are fail safe to 10 mA and 10 V...
Standard piston switches are not suitable for water applications. Pressure switches in stainless steel with EPDM seal have a special sealing system and can therefore also be used...
Overpressure and burst pressure are two terms commonly used in the context of pressure switches, vessels and systems, and they refer to different aspects of pressure management and safety. Here’s the difference between the two:
The compound pressure includes both a positive and a negative pressure range (vacuum) and thus enables a total pressure measurement across zero pressure...
Safety plays a key role wherever systems in medical applications operate under pressure. Our mechanical and electronic pressure and vacuum switches as well as transmitters measure pressure accurately and reliably in medical systems...
SUCO now offers plasma-cleaned pressure switches and transmitters in the purity levels “oil and grease-free“ e.g. for oxygen applications and “PWIS-free” for coating processes...
The resistor circuit according to NAMUR offers an additional diagnostic function (“fail-safe”) with short-circuit and cable break detection, which is of special interest for safety-critical...
SUCO pressure switches PLUS are used for short-circuit and cable break detection in brake systems of agricultural tractors and machinery. SUCO supports you in monitoring the hydraulic and pneumatic...
Pressure Transducers FAQ
A pressure transducer, also known as a pressure sensor or pressure transmitter, is a device used to measure and convert pressure (force per unit area) into an electrical signal that can be read...
Selecting the right pressure transducer for your application involves considering several important factors to ensure accurate and reliable pressure measurements. Here are the key steps and considerations:
The most common types of pressure transducers, which are widely used in various applications, include:
Compatible with Hydrogen based environments the range offers a general industrial, high pressure and high accuracy variant, as well as a digital transducer, available with a combination of ATEX and DNV-GL certification on selected models...
CANopen and SAE J1939 are two different communication protocols used in the field of embedded systems and industrial automation, particularly in the context of Controller Area Network (CAN) communication...
The combination of Silicon and sapphire provides a very durable sensor. Since the silicon is grown onto the surface of the sapphire, it is incredibly stable and exhibits virtually no hysteresis...
Calibrating a pressure transducer is an essential process to ensure its accuracy and reliability in measuring pressure...
Transducers with millivolt output are normally the most economical pressure transducers. The output of the millivolt transducer is nominally around...
There are many different systems of pressure measurement. Absolute pressure and sealed gauge pressure are two of the most common...
Hydraulic torque wrenches are used to secure screw connections with very high torques...
Plug-in & Play – Pressure measurement has never been easier! With the ESI-USB© software you can connect your transducer to your laptop or PC...
Pressure Sensor Videos
Take a look at the videos below to learn more about pressure switches and explore the different types of Pressure Sensors that SUCO ESI North America offers. Because of the high overpressure safety and long lifetime, SUCO Pressure Transducers can handle all kinds of media used in pneumatic or hydraulic applications.
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We have been producing High-Quality mechanical pressure, vacuum, and electronic pressure switches for over 80 years. Our expertise in the pressure sensor & switch industry is unmatched. If you’re looking to learn more about our products and what sets us apart, read our latest articles.
