The Fujikura FPM-15PG is a piezoresistive sensing element for gauge pressure measurement in non-corrosive gas environments. This 6-pin dual-in-line package (DIP) device delivers analog output suitable for integration into industrial instrumentation, pneumatic systems, medical devices, and fiber optic monitoring applications. Through-hole mounting with 0.9 mm diameter pins enables straightforward PCB integration across diverse test and measurement platforms.
Technical Specifications
Pressure Measurement Range:
• -13.79 to 827.4 kPa
• -14.22 to 14.99 Psi
• -98.07 to 103.4 kPa
• -98.07 to 206.8 kPa
Rated Pressure: 103.4 kPa (FPM-15PG)
Maximum Load Pressure: 2× rated pressure
Electrical Characteristics:
• Bridge Resistance: 4000–6000 Ω
• Maximum Excitation Current: 3.0 mA
• Offset Voltage: ±20 mV (at 0 kPa)
• Output Span Voltage: 60–140 mV (0 kPa–rated pressure)
Package & Mounting:
• 6-pin DIP through-hole mount
• Through-hole diameter: 0.9 mm
• Land diameter: 1.8 mm
• Dimensions (L × W): 15.2 mm × 2.54 mm
• Post-side terminal lead direction
– Key Features
• Piezoresistive design for reliable pressure sensing
• Analog voltage output compatible with standard signal conditioning
• Low excitation current requirement (3.0 mA maximum) minimizes power consumption
• Controlled offset and span characteristics enable straightforward calibration
• Rated for non-corrosive gases only
– Typical Applications
• Industrial pressure instrumentation
• Pressure switch integration
• Pneumatic device monitoring
• Medical device pressure measurement
• Fiber optic system parameter measurement and monitoring
– Compatibility & Integration
The FPM-15PG’s standard DIP footprint and through-hole mounting support rapid prototyping and production assembly workflows. Bridge resistance in the 4–6 kΩ range allows direct integration with instrumentation amplifiers and pressure transducer signal conditioning circuits. Output span voltage of 60–140 mV suits ratiometric measurement architectures where excitation voltage reference is available.
