Piezoresistive strain gauges are epitaxially grown onto a single crystal structure. Sapphire is a perfect electrical insulator that does not require isolated junctions found on a diffused semiconductor pressure transducer. Sapphire is chemically inert allowing compatibility with virtually all media.
A Sensonetics' model SEN-300 pressure transducer offers a significant improvement in performance over bonded foil strain gage and diffused semiconductor technologies at very competitive prices. These pressure transducers are perfect for high volume OEM pressure transducer applications such as hydraulic test stands and other applications where military grade pressure measurements are required.
Available with a variety of pressure ports and electrical connectors, the SEN-300 series transducer has custom packaging for high volume OEM applications. Fully compensated temperature ranges above those available from other technologies can be ordered today.
If accuracy, stability and price are important to you, consider a SEN-300 Series Silicon-on-Sapphire Pressure Transducer for your pressure sensor requirements.