Schneider Foxboro IDP10 Differential Pressure Transmitter Smart DP Sensor

The Foxboro IDP10 I/A Series electronic d/p Cell transmitter is designed for precise, reliable differential pressure measurement in process control and flow measurement applications. It converts the difference between two pressures (applied to opposite sides of a silicon strain gauge microsensor) into a 4–20 mA output signal, optionally with a superimposed HART digital signal for remote configuration and monitoring.

IDP10 is available in various structural versions (traditional or low-profile), and can be supplied in configurations appropriate for simple analog output or intelligent digital output, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial measurement tasks from flow measurement to liquid level or density measurement.

The transmitter is widely used in industries including chemical, oil & gas, water & wastewater, power generation, and any facility requiring accurate differential pressure or flow measurement under stable or demanding process conditions.

• Silicon strain-gauge microsensor, proven in thousands of installations, delivering stable long-term performance.
• Selectable output: standard 4–20 mA analog or intelligent HART / FoxCom / FOUNDATION Fieldbus digital communication for remote configuration and diagnostics.
• Option for traditional or low-profile (compact) housing to fit different installation constraints.
• Durable housing choices including epoxy-coated aluminum or 316 stainless steel, both meeting NEMA 4X / IEC IP66 protection standards for harsh environments.
• Wide range of sensor materials available: 316L stainless steel, Co-Ni-Cr alloy, Hastelloy (nickel alloy), Monel or Tantalum — to match various process media.
• Flexible mounting options including direct connect, manifold mount, or with remote seals; optional mounting brackets for pipe, surface, or manifold installations.
• Configurable output behavior: linear or square-root output, forward or reverse action, adjustable damping, failsafe up/downscale — configurable via local interface or remotely.
• Suitable for hazardous or explosive atmosphere installations — versions available with ATEX / IECEx / FM / CSA certificates, with dual-seal option conforming to ANSI/ISA 12.27.01.

• Measurement type: Differential pressure
• Sensor technology: Silicon strain-gauge microsensor (“d/p Cell")
• Output signal: 4–20 mA analog; optional digital superimposed HART / FoxCom / FOUNDATION Fieldbus (model-dependent)
• Output mode: Linear or square-root scalable; forward or reverse action; user-selectable damping and failsafe behavior
• Span (differential pressure range): configurable according to model and application. Example ranges from low differential (e.g. 0.5–30 inH₂O) up to higher ranges depending on process connector and sensor version.
• Static pressure rating: depends on model configuration and materials; suitable for many industrial applications including high static pressure environments when proper configuration is selected.
• Housing & protection: Epoxy-coated aluminum or 316 stainless steel housing, rated NEMA 4X / IEC IP66, suitable for harsh industrial environments.
• Sensor wetted materials: 316L stainless steel, Co-Ni-Cr alloys, nickel alloy (Hastelloy), Monel, Tantalum — selectable based on process fluid compatibility.
• Mounting options: direct process mount, manifold, pipe or surface mount using optional brackets; remote-seal or capillary-sealed configurations available for high temperature or corrosive services.
• Optional local display: LCD digital indicator with pushbutton configuration and calibration accessible locally if digital version selected.
• Compliance and certification: CE marked; versions available certified for hazardous areas (ATEX, IECEx, FM, CSA), dual-seal option per ANSI/ISA 12.27.01-2003.

• Flow measurement across primary devices such as orifice plates, Venturi tubes, flow nozzles, or other flow elements using differential pressure as basis
• Liquid level measurement in closed or pressurized vessels, tanks, or sumps using differential pressure or via remote-seal configurations
• Interface-level measurement or density-based measurement in process tanks where two-phase or layered fluids exist
• Flow or pressure drop monitoring in pipelines for process control, custody transfer, filter monitoring, pump operation, or safety systems
• General industrial differential pressure monitoring in chemical plants, oil & gas facilities, power plants, water treatment plants, petrochemical installations, and other process industries requiring robust, reliable differential pressure detection and control

• Foxboro IDP10S Intelligent Differential Pressure Transmitter (higher performance, extended span and diagnostics)
• Foxboro IDP05 / IDP100 series Differential Pressure Transmitters (for different pressure ranges or application needs)
• Other pressure / level transmitters and instrumentation offered by Foxboro / Schneider Electric for flow, level, gauge pressure or absolute pressure measurement