NovaSensor FMA Series
Filtration Air Restriction Sensor (FAR)
NovaSensor FMA Series of Filtration Air Restriction (FAR) Sensors accurately measure the pressure loss across a variety of air filtration devices utilizing high accuracy NPA piezoresistive technology in a low-profile form factor that is easy to install and maintenance-free. Available in multiple positive or vacuum pressure ranges, mating with an integrated AMPSEAL 16 (3-way) electrical connector and 1/8-27 NPT female pressure connection port.
- Engine air filtration systems
- Cabin pressure
- HVAC pressure
- Exhaust pressure
- Industrial filters
- Supply Voltage: 5VDC
- Linear Output: 0.5V to 4.5V (Ratiometric)
- Diagnostic Features (Bridge Connection Checks, Bridge Short Detection, Power Loss Detection)
- Temperature-compensated
- Sealed AMP Electrical Connector
- Multiple Pressure Ranges Available (Vacuum and Pressure)
- Fast Response Time
- REACH & RoHS Compliant
Electrical | |
Supply Voltage (VDD) (1) | 5 VDC +/-5% |
Supply Current | 5 mA Max |
Output Voltage (VO) (Ratiometric) | 0.5 to 4.5 V (10% to 90% VDD) |
Output Impedance | 250 Ohms Max |
Over Voltage | 28 V Momentary Contact |
Reverse Voltage | 28 V Momentary Contact |
ESD Rating | Contact: 8 kV; Air: 15 kV |
EMC Compliance | RE (150 kHz - 3.2 GHz)CI (30 Hz - 50 kHz)BCI (10 kHz - 400 MHz)RI (100 kHz - 3.2 GHz) |
Performance | |
Accuracy | +/- 2.5% FSO |
Resolution | 0.12% FSO |
Compensated Temp Range | 0°C to 80°C0°C to 60°C for 5”H2O |
Proof Pressure | 2X Full Pressure |
Burst Pressure | 3X Full Pressure |
Vibration | 20-2000Hz AT 11.5 Grms |
Operating Temp Range | -40°C to 125°C |
Storage Temp Range | -55°C to 150°C |
Start-Up Time | 10 ms |
Response Time | < 2 ms |
Intended Media | Clean Dry Air |
Clamp Limits Upper/Lower | 92.5% to 7.5% VDD |
Diagnostic Limits Upper/Lower | 97.5% to 2.5% VDD |
Pressure Ranges Available |
5" H2O 10" H2O (2) 40" H2O 1 PSI (2) 5 PSI
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[1] Use 5 VDC +/- 2.5% for 5” H2O
[2] Contact factory for additional custom pressure ranges.
Part Number | Description |
FMA-500-T1-05W-GV | 5 in H2O, Vacuum gage |
FMA-500-T1-05W-GP | 5 in H2O, Positive gage |
FMA-500-T1-10W-GV | 10 in H2O, Vacuum gage |
FMA-500-T1-10W-GP | 10 in H2O, Positive gage |
FMA-500-T1-40W-GV | 40 in H2O, Vacuum gage |
FMA-500-T1-40W-GP | 40 in H2O, Postive gage |
FMA-500-T1-001-GV | 1 PSI, Vacuum gave |
FMA-500-T1-001-GP | 1 PSI, Positive gage |
FMA-500-T1-005-GV | 5 PSI, Vacuum gage |
FMA-500-T1-005-GP | 5 PSI, Positive gage |