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Signet 2450 Pressure Sensor
*3-2450.090-1*
3-2450.090-1 Rev. 15 06/19
Product Manual

Description
The 2450 Pressure Sensor has a one-piece injection molded PVDF body and
ceramic diaphragm for superior compatibility in corrosive liquids. These sensors are
available with Digital (S3L) output or field-scaleable 4 to 20 mA output. Select from
three (3) pressure ranges for optimal measurement resolution. Built-in temperature
compensation provides outstanding accuracy over a wide operating range. Versions
with 1/2 in. union process connection are best suited for in-line installations.
Integral adapters (sold separately) may be used to create a compact assembly with field
mount versions of the 9900 Transmitter.

Dimensions

96 mm
(3.78 in.)

34 mm
(1.34 in.)
¾ in.
NPT

81 mm
(3.18 in.)
97 mm (7.75 in.) 216.1 mm (8.5 in.)
1” G thread, (8450) (9900-1)
suitable for
19.1 mm GF ½” (d20) unions
(0.75 in.)

3-2450-3X, -7X

3-8450, 3-9900-1

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 Warranty Information Specifications
Refer to your local Georg Fischer Sales office for the most General
current warranty statement. Compatibility
Digital (S3L) models .......... 8900, 9900, 9950
All warranty and non-warranty repairs being returned must
4 to 20 mA models ............ PLC
include a fully completed Service Form and goods must be
Wetted materials
returned to your local GF Sales office or distributor.
Sensor housing ................. PVDF
Product returned without a Service Form may not be
Diaphragm ........................ Ceramic
warranty replaced or repaired. Seal ................................... FKM
Signet products with limited shelf-life (e.g. pH, ORP, chlorine Process connection
electrodes, calibration solutions; e.g. pH buffers, turbidity -3X, -7X ............................. 1/2 in. Union male thread,
standards or other solutions) are warranted out of box but not where X = U, L, or H
warranted against any damage, due to process or application Rear connection ................... 3/4 in. NPT male thread
failures (e.g. high temperature, chemical poisoning, dry-out) or Cable type ............................ 3 cond + shield, 22 AWG
mishandling (e.g. broken glass, damaged membrane, freezing Standard cable length
and/or extreme temperatures). -3X, -7X ............................. 4.6 m (15 ft)
Sensor Accuracy................... ±1% of full scale @ 25 °C
Thermal sensitivity shift ........ ±0.03% of full scale per °C
Product Registration Shipping weight .................... 0.3 kg (0.65 lb.)

Thank you for purchasing the Signet line of Georg Fischer Electrical
measurement products. Power Requirements
If you would like to register your product(s), you can now Digital (S3L) models .......... 5 to 6.5 VDC ±10%, <1.5 mA
4 to 20 mA models ............ 12 to 24 VDC ±10% regulated
register online in one of the following ways:
Short circuit & reverse polarity protected
• Visit our website www.gfsignet.com. Digital (S3L) output
Under Service and Support click on Type .................................. Serial ASCII, TTL level 9600 bps
Product Registration Form Accuracy ........................... ±1% of full scale @ 25 °C
• If this is a pdf manual (digital copy), click here Repeatability ..................... ±0.5% of full scale
Resolution ......................... 0.01 psi (0.001 psi for -XU)
Update rate ....................... <100 ms
4 to 20 mA output
Safety Information Accuracy ........................... ±32 μA
Repeatability ..................... ±0.5% of full scale
1. Prior to installation or removal: Resolution ......................... <5 μA
• Depressurize and vent system Span.................................. Field-scaleable
• Drain below sensor level (see page 6 for factory settings)
2. Confirm chemical compatibility before use. Max loop impedance ......... 100 Ω @ 12 V
3. Do not exceed maximum temperature/pressure specifications. 325 Ω @ 18 V
4. Wear safety goggles or faceshield during installation/service. 600 Ω @ 24 V
5. Do not alter product construction. Update rate ....................... <100 ms
6. Dispose of properly; DO NOT INCINERATE! Operating range (Max. pressure for accuracy specifications):
-XU .................................... 0 to 0.7 bar (0 to 10 psig)
USE THE ATTACHED ADHESIVE LABEL TO PRESERVE -XL .................................... 0 to 3.4 bar (0 to 50 psig)
THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! -XH .................................... 0 to 17.2 bar (0 to 250 psig)
Vacuum range
Caution / Warning / Danger -XU ........... -0.1 to 0.7 bar (psi) (bar)

Indicates a potential hazard. Failure to follow all warnings (-1.5 to 10 psi) 275 19.0

may lead to equipment damage, injury, or death -XL ............ -0.41 to 3.4 bar 225 15.5 -XH
(-6 to 50 psi)
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) -XH ........... -0.96 to 17.2 bar 200 13.8
Always utilize the most appropriate PPE during
(-14.6 to 250 psi) 175 12.1
installation and service of Signet products.
Proof pressure
Pressurized System Warning (Max. pressure without damage) 150 10.3
Sensor may be under pressure, take caution to vent -XU ........... 1.4 bar
125 8.6
system prior to installation or removal. Failure to do so (20 psig)
may result in equipment damage and/or serious injury. -XL ............ 5.2 bar 100 6.9

(75 psig)
Hand Tighten Only -XH ........... 20.7 bar 75 5.2

Overtightening may permanently damage product threads (300 psig) 50 3.4

and lead to failure of the retaining nut. -XL

25 1.7
Do Not Use Tools
-XU
Use of tool(s) may damage product beyond repair and 0
°C -40 -20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
potentially void product warranty. °F -40 -4 32 68 104 140 176 212 248

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Specifications Installation
Environmental Signet 2450 Pressure Sensors are gauge pressure sensors.
Relative humidity .................. 0 to 95% Gauge pressure sensors measure the difference in pressure
(Non-condensing) between the process on one side of a diaphragm and the
Storage temperature............. -20 °C to 100 °C (-4 °F to 212 °F) atmospheric pressure on the opposite side of the diaphragm.
Operating temperature ......... -15 °C to 85 °C (5 °F to 185 °F) A tiny capillary tube inside the sensor body is used to ensure
that the back of the diaphragm remains at atmospheric
Standards and Approvals pressure. If moisture is allowed to propagate down this tube to
CE the rear of the diaphragm, the sensor may be damaged.
RoHS Compliant
Manufactured under ISO 9001 for Quality, ISO 14001 for
Environmental Management and OHSAS 18001 for Occupa-
tional Health and Safety. Cable gland
China RoHS (Go to www.gfsignet.com for details) Diaphragm
Declaration of Conformity according to FCC Part 15:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and,
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Capillary Tube
Reducer coupling

Important Installation Recommendations

• The ceramic diaphragm is subject to breakage by over-pressure conditions or mechanical contact.
HANDLE WITH CARE. Do not attempt to test the sensor by pressing on the diaphragm.
• Short duration pressure pulses or shocks, called ‘‘water hammer,’’ are generated by a rapid change in flow rate caused by the
operation of system components such as compressors, pumps, pistons and valves. Water hammer can reach pressure levels
far exceeding the over pressure rating of our pressure sensors and damage the ceramic diaphragm.
• A pressure snubber is a device for slowing the rate of change of system flow. Installation of a properly sized snubber at or
near the input of a pressure sensor will protect it from water hammer damage. Snubbers are available through plumbing and
instrumentation dealers.
• When threading the sensor into a piping system, any backpressure can damage the ceramic diaphragm.
Open nearby valves to relieve any backpressure while threading the sensor into the pipe.
• If the nearby valves cannot be open while threading the
Process Pipe
sensor into the pipe, a bleed valve can be installed to
avoid overpressure.
Main Valve Closed
• Make sure there are no air bubbles in the pipe,
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particularly if a long and flexible hose is used to tap se

into the process pipe. Air bubbles could cause reading

No Air Bubbles
fluctuation and errors. Bleed Valve Open

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 Installation Installation
Integral Assembly Sensor Modification In-line Remote Assembly
• Modify sensor part number 3-2450 per figure 1. The optional 3-8052-1 Integral Junction box with ¾ in. process
• Apply sealant or PTFE tape to the process connection connection offers a convenient terminal point to extend the 2450
threads per figure 2, after inspecting threads to ensure cable over a distance greater than 4.6 m (15 ft).
integrity. Do not install a sensor with damaged threads. • The kit includes:
• Thread the sensor into the 3-8052 mounting kit. • Conduit base and cap with junction terminals
• 3-9000.392-1 liquid tight connector, ½ in. NPT
• Tighten the sensor 1½ turns past finger tight into the
To extend the wires longer than 4.6 m (15 ft):
process connection. • Modify sensor 3-2450 as described in figure 1.
• Install 9900 transmitter (refer to 9900 manual for wiring info) • Terminate the three wires to the terminal board located in the
with Angle Adjustment Adapter. cap assembly.
• The 3-8052 Integral kit includes: • Add customer supplied wire to extend the cable.
• 3-9000.392-1 liquid tight connector, ½ in. NPT • Terminate to the transmitter or the 4 to 20 mA input device.
• Conduit base to attach 9900. • Apply sealant or PTFE tape to the process connection
threads per figure 3, after inspecting threads to ensure
integrity. Do not install a sensor with damaged threads.
• Tighten the sensor 1½ turns past finger tight into the
process connection.

3-9900
152 mm
3-8052-1
(6 in.) Integral junction box,
3-9900.396 3/4 in. NPT

WHT WHT

4-20 FREQ/
BLU
N/C

mA DATA
SHIELD

BLK
RED
Angle Adjustment Adapter Kit

SENSOR
INPUT

SHIELD

+
–
DATA
FREQ/
3-8052
Integral mount kit

Figure 1 Figure 3
Figure 2

Tank Installation Options 1/2 Inch Male Union Installation

Submersible:
The 2450-3X and the 2450-7X sensors have a union-style
• For submersible sensor mounting, always use the 3-2250
process connection. To assemble:
Submersible Hydrostatic Pressure Sensor. Refer to the GF
product 3-2250-XX for installation guidelines.
1. Slide union nut onto pipe or flexible tubing.
Side Tank Mount: 2. Install end connectors.
• Install GF ball valve to allow isolation of the sensor for 3. Hand-tighten union nut to secure.
maintenance.
• It is recommended that a 3-8052-1 kit be used to protect the Refer to Signet Measurement and Instrumentation Product
back end of the sensor. Catalogue for ordering information.

WARNING: Exposing the sensor body to elevated

temperatures that are different than the tank fluid Union Nut End Connector
temperatures will cause inaccurate reading.
O-Ring

Pipe Sensor

Cable gland or
not supplied conduit connection

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Wiring
Digital (S3L) wiring
• All models of the 2450 provide Digital (S3L) output when powered with 5 VDC.
• Connecting the SHIELD to a direct earth ground may reduce electrical noise interference.
• The maximum Digital (S3L) cable length is dependent upon the instrument to which the sensor
is connected.
Consult the instrument manual for wiring details.

3-9900 • When the 2450 includes a

• Connect the 2450 S3L connector junction box, connect the 2450
cable directly to Digital Shield terminals to any Digital (S3L)
(S3L) I/O terminals. Optional
Earth ground
White I/O port as shown.
Red
SHLD Black
GND
DATA
V+

WHT WHT

4-20 FREQ/
BLU
N/C

mA DATA
SHIELD

BLK
RED
SENSOR
3-8900

INPUT
3-8052 I/O Module Connector White
Black
Red
I/O Module 3-8900.401-X 3-8900.621C
Shield
Frequency +5VDC (Black) 1

SHIELD

+
–
Input Freq. Input (Red) 2

DATA
FREQ/
1
GND (Shield) 3

Frequency +5VDC (Black) 4

Input 2
Freq. Input 2 (Red) 5
Black
OR
S3L S3 L (Red) 6
Input
2 GND (White/Shield) 7
Red 3-8052-1
White
+5VDC (Black) 8
S3L
Input S3 L (Red) 9
1
GND (White/Shield) 10

11
Analog Output 1 +
(if applicable) - 12

+ 13
Analog Output 2
(if applicable) - 14

DC POWER

3-9950
S3L connector Loop
Loop
Black +V
+V
No connection X FREQ
FREQ
Red DATA
CH1

DATA
White GND
GND
Shield +V
CH2

FREQ

4 to 20 mA Loop Wiring
• The 2450-7X models provide a 4 to 20 mA loop output when powered with 24 VDC.
• Connecting the SHIELD to a direct Earth ground may reduce electrical noise interference.
• Red wire is not used, do not remove the heat shrink. See page 6, 4 to 20 mA Span Adjustment.

Current Loop With No Junction Box Current Loop With Junction Box
• Connect the 2450 cable directly to a loop device as shown. • When the 2450 includes a junction box, connect the 2450
terminals to the loop device as shown.
Black (Loop +)
3-8050.521 + Power Supply
Red DC 12 - 24 V
-
WHT WHT

4-20 FREQ/
BLU
N/C

mA DATA
SHIELD

White (Loop - )
BLK
RED
SENSOR
INPUT

3-8052
Shield
+
Black
Power Supply
Optional DC 12 - 24 V
Earth Ground -
SHIELD

+
–
DATA
FREQ/

Loop Input +
- 3-8052-1
White
Loop Input Loop Input +
4 to 20 mA
loop monitor
Loop Input -

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 4 to 20 mA Span Adjustment

The 4 to 20 mA endpoint values are independent of one another and may be adjusted in the field. For example, to reduce the 20
mA endpoint value from the maximum full scale limit set at the factory, but to allow the 4 mA endpoint to remain at 0 psig, perform
only the steps listed below.

NOTE: The RED wire, which is not connected during normal 4 to 20 mA operation, assumes an important role in the following
procedures.
Wire Nut
WARNING!
Not protecting the red wire may cause the 4 to 20 mA
span to be reset.

To adjust the 4 mA endpoint in the field:

• Carefully remove the heat shrink tube that is protecting the red wire.
• Expose the sensor to the pressure desired to correspond with 4 mA (any pressure in the operating range).
• With power applied as described on page 5, connect the RED wire to the WHITE wire for 15 seconds.
(After about 10 seconds the output will drop to 3.6 mA and remain there until the RED wire is disconnected.)
• Disconnect the RED wire from the WHITE wire; the 4 mA endpoint has been adjusted.
NOTE: The output will act as a switch if the 4 and 20 mA endpoints are set very near to the same value.

To adjust the 20 mA endpoint in the field:

• Expose the sensor to the pressure desired to correspond with 20 mA (any pressure in the operating range).
• With power applied as described on page 5, connect the RED wire to the BLACK wire for 15 seconds.
(After about 10 seconds the output will rise to 22 mA and remain there until the RED wire is disconnected.)
• Disconnect the RED wire from the BLACK wire; the 20 mA endpoint has been adjusted.
NOTE: The output will act as a switch if the 4 and 20 mA endpoints are set very near to the same value.
Minimum span is ±2% of maximum range.
• After adjusting the 4 to 20 mA span, protect the red wire by installing the provided wire nut.
• For easier re-spanning use the Signet 0252 Configuration Tool.

To restore factory span:

• Disconnect power to the sensor. Wait 10 seconds to allow circuit to discharge.
• Connect the RED wire to the WHITE wire.
• Apply power as described on page 5, but with the RED wire connected to the WHITE wire for 15 seconds.
(After about 10 seconds the output will drop to 3.6 mA and remain there until the RED wire is disconnected.)
• Disconnect the RED wire from the WHITE wire; factory settings have been restored.
• Replace cap on RED wire.

Mfr. Part No. Factory Span

3-2450-7U 4 to 20 mA = 0 to 10 psig
3-2450-7L 4 to 20 mA = 0 to 50 psig
3-2450-7H 4 to 20 mA = 0 to 250 psig

Black (Loop +)
3-8050.521 + Power Supply
Red DC 12 - 24 V
White (Loop - )
-
3-8052
Shield

Optional
Earth Ground

Loop Input +
Loop Input -
4 to 20 mA
loop monitor

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Notes

2450 Pressure Sensor 7

Ordering Information

Mfr. Part No. Code Description

3-2450-3U 159 000 683 10 psig, Digital (S3L), 1/2 in. Male Union, 15 ft Cable
3-2450-7U 159 000 906 10 psig, 4 to 20 mA, 1/2 in. Male Union, 15 ft Cable
3-2450-3L 159 000 682 50 psig, Digital (S3L), 1/2 in. Male Union, 15 ft Cable
3-2450-7L 159 000 908 50 psig, 4 to 20 mA, 1/2 in. Male Union, 15 ft Cable
3-2450-3H 159 000 681 250 psig, Digital (S3L), 1/2 in. Male Union, 15 ft Cable
3-2450-7H 159 000 910 250 psig, 4 to 20 mA, 1/2 in. Male Union, 15 ft Cable
3-8050-1 159 000 753 Universal Mount Junction Box
3-8052-1 159 000 755 ¾ in. NPT mount junction box
3-9000.392-1 159 000 839 Liquid tight connector kit, NPT (1 piece)
3-9000.392-2 159 000 841 Liquid tight connector kit, PG 13.5 (1 piece)
3-9900.396 159 001 701 Angle Adjustment Adapter Kit
5523-0322 159 000 761 Cable, 3 conductor + shield, 22 AWG, black/red/white/shield
3-0252 159 001 808 Configuration Tool

Georg Fischer Signet LLC, 3401 Aero Jet Avenue, El Monte, CA 91731-2882 U.S.A. • Tel. (626) 571-2770 • Fax (626) 573-2057
For Worldwide Sales and Service, visit our website: www.gfsignet.com • Or call (in the U.S.): (800) 854-4090
For the most up-to-date information, please refer to our website at www.gfsignet.com

3-2450.090-1 Rev. 15 06/19 English © Georg Fischer Signet LLC 2019