8510C -15, -50, -100

Piezoresistive pressure transducer

Features Description

• 15, 50 and 100 psig ranges The Endevco® model 8510C is a rugged, miniature, high
• 225 mV full scale output sensitivity piezoresistive pressure transducer. Its high
sensitivity combined with high resonance makes it ideal
• Rugged, miniature
for measuring dynamic pressure. It has a 10-32 mounting
• Gage reference
thread, 0.15 inch (3.8 mm) face diameter and is available in
ranges from 15 psi to 100 psi. The model 8510B is available
for lower and higher pressure ranges.

Endevco pressure transducers feature a four arm strain

gage bridge ion implanted into a unique sculptured silicon
diaphragm for maximum sensitivity and wideband frequency
response. Self-contained hybrid temperature compensation
provides stable performance over the temperature range of
0°F to 200°F (-18°C to +93°C).

Endevco transducers also feature excellent linearity (even to

“M37”
3X range), high shock resistance, and high stability during
ELECTRICAL RECEPTICLE
temperature transients.

The model 8510C is designed for a wide variety of aerospace,

automotive and industrial measurements which require a
combination of small size, high sensitivity, and wideband
frequency response. Typical applications include process
control, jet engine inlet pressure measurements and wind
.140 .152 DIA MAX tunnel flow measurements. Its vent tube may be connected
(3.56) (3.86)

.312 HEX
to a standard reference manifold or used for differential
10-32 UNF-2A THD
(7.92)
pressure measurements.
UNIT IDENTIFICATION
O-RING SEAL
The model 8510C is available with metric M5X0.8 mounting thread as 8510C-XXM5 on
special order.

Recommended electronics for signal conditioning and power supply are the Endevco
.11 (2.8) DIA X
.438 .440 model 126 and 136 general purpose three channel conditioners, ultra low noise 4430A
(11.13) (11.18)
36/24 (914/610) conditioner, or the 4990A-X (Oasis) multi-channel rack mount system.
LONG CABLE
.312
(7.92)
.75
(19.1)

SURFACE FINISH OF 32 MICROINCHES

IS REQUIRED FOR .310 (7.87) DIA

CASE

CABLE SHIELD

RED + IN WELD OR
BRAZE

DRILL #21 .159 (4.04) DIA

GRN + OUT TAP 10-32 UNF-2B THD

TYPICAL INSTALLATION

BLK - IN

WHT - OUT

STANDARD TOLERANCE
INCHES (MILLIMETERS)
.XX = +/- .03 (.X = +/- .8)
.XXX = +/- .010 (.XX = +/- .25)
 8510C -15, -50, -100
Piezoresistive pressure transducer

Specifications
Certified performance: All specifications assume +75°F (+24°C) and 10 Vdc excitation unless otherwise stated. The following parameters
are 100% tested. Calibration data, traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is supplied.

Dynamic characteristics Units 8510C-15 -50 -100

Range [1] psig 0–15 0–50 0–100
Positive sensitivity [2] mV/psi typ (min) 15.0 (9.3) 4.5 (2.8) 2.25 (1.4)
Combined: non-linearity, non-repeatability,
pressure hysteresis % FSO RSS max 0.50 0.40 0.40
Non-linearity, independent % FSO typ 0.15 0.1 0.1
Non-repeatability % FSO typ 0.1 0.1 0.1
Pressure hysteresis % FSO typ 0.1 0.1 0.1
Zero measurand output [3] mV max ±20 ±20 ±20
Zero shift after 3X range ±% 3X FSO max (typ) 0.2 (0.02) 0.2 (0.02) 0.2 (0.02)
Thermal zero shift
from 0˚F to +200˚F (-18˚C to +93˚C) ±% FSO max 3 3 3
Thermal sensitivity shift
from 0˚F and +200˚F (-18˚C to +93˚C) ±% max 3 3 3
Resonance frequency Hz 180 000 320 000 500 000
Non-linearity at 3X range % 3X FSO 1.0 1.0 1.0
Thermal transient response per psi/˚F 0.003 0.003 0.01
ISA-S37.10, para. 6.7, procedure I [4] psi/˚C 0.005 0.005 0.02
Photoflash response [5] Equiv. psi 0.1 0.3 0.6
Warm-up time [6] ms 1 1 1
Acceleration sensitivity Equiv. psi/g 0.00015 0.00015 0.00015
Burst pressure (diaphragm/reference side) [7] psi min 75/300 250/300 400/300

Electrical
Full scale output 225 mV typical (140 mV minimum) at 10.0 Vdc
Supply voltage [8] 10.0 Vdc recommended, 15 Vdc maximum
Electrical configuration Active four-arm piezoresistive bridge
Polarity Positive output for increasing pressure into (+) port (end with screen on it)
Resistance
Input 2600 ohms typical, 1700 ohms minimum
Output 1500 ohms typical, 2200 ohms maximum
Isolation 100 megohms minimum at 50 volts; leads to case, leads to shield, shield to case
Noise 5 microvolts rms typical, dc to 50 000 Hz; 50 microvolts rms maximum, dc to 50 000 Hz

Mechanical
Case material Stainless steel (17-4 PH CRES)
Cable, integral 4 conductor No. 32 AWG Teflon® insulated leads, braided shield, silicone jacket
Dead volume (+) port 0.0003 cubic inches (0.005 cc)
Mounting torque 10-32 UNF-2A threaded case 0.438 inch (11.12 mm) long/15 ±5 lbf-in (1.7 ±0.6 Nm)
Weight 2.3 grams (cable weighs 9 grams/meter)

Environmental characteristics
Media [9]
Temperature [10] [11] -65˚F to +250˚F (-54˚C to +121˚C)
Vibration 1000 g pk
Acceleration 1000 g
Shock 20 000 g, 100 microsecond haversine pulse
Humidity Isolation resistance greater than 100 megohms at 50 volts when tested per MIL-STD-202E,
method 103B, test condition B

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 8510C -15, -50, -100
Piezoresistive pressure transducer

Calibration data supplied

Data supplied for all parameters in Certified Performance section. Optional calibrations available for all parameters in Typical Performance section.

Included accessories
EHR93 O-ring, Viton

Optional accessories
EHR96 O-ring, fluorosilicone
24328-3 4 conductor shielded cable, white
136 DC amplifier, 3 channel benchtop
436 DC amplifier, 3 channel rack mount

Notes:
1. FSO (Full Scale Output) is defined as transducer output change from 0 psig to + full
scale pressure. Calibration provided is for positive pressure. Sensitivity to negative
pressures is typically within 1% of positive pressure sensitivity.
2. 1 psi = 6.895 kPa = 0.069 bar.
3. Zero Measurand Output (ZMO) is the transducer output with 0 psig applied.
4. Significant higher thermal transient errors occur if the excitation voltage exceeds
10 Vdc. For sensitive phase change studies, many users reduce the excitation to 5 Vdc
or even 1 Vdc.
5. Per ISA-S37.10, Para. 6.7, Proc. I. The metal screen partially shields the silicon
diaphragm from incident radiation. Accordingly, light incident at acute angles to the
screen generally increases the error by a factor of 2 or 3.
6. Warm-up time is defined as elapsed time from excitation voltage “turn on” until the
transducer output is within ±1% of reading accuracy.
7. Note that the differential pressure on the diaphragm may not exceed the diaphragm
pressure limit.
8. Use of excitation voltages other than 10.0 Vdc requires manufacture and calibration at
that voltage since thermal errors increase with high excitation voltages.
9. Internal seals are epoxy compatible with clean dry gas media. Media is exposed to
CRES, ceramic, silicon, Parylene C, epoxy, silicone rubber, and the O-Ring. For use in
water or corrosive media, contact the factory for modifications and installation
precautions which may be taken to extend service life. Reference port media is
restricted to clean, dry noncorrosive gases.
10. Units can be compensated over any 200°F (93°C) span from -65°F to +250°F
(-54°C to +121°C) on special order.
11. O-Ring, ENDEVCO part number EHR93 VITON® is supplied unless otherwise specified
on Purchase Order. Part number EHR96 Parker material L677-70 for leak tight
operation below 0°F (-18°C) is available on special order.
12. Cable options are as follows: The integral cable length shall be as depicted in outline
drawing. Other lengths may be specified by the cusotmer with a “-XXX” dash no. suffix
behind the pressure range number, (i.e...8510C-XXX-100 is a unit with an integral cable
100 inches (2.54m) long).
13. Maintain high levels of precision and accuracy using Endevco’s factory calibration
services. Call Endevco’s inside sales force at 800-982-6732 for recommended intervals,
pricing and turnaround time for these services as well as for quotations on our
standard products.

NOTE: Tighter specifications are available on special order.

Continued product improvement necessitates that Endevco reserve the right to modify these specifications without notice. Endevco maintains a program
APPLIES TO CALIFORNIA FACILITY of constant surveillance over all products to ensure a high level of reliability. This program includes attention to reliability factors during product design,
the support of stringent Quality Control requirements, and compulsory corrective action procedures. These measures, together with conservative
specifications have made the name Endevco synonymous with reliability.

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