Mount this Honeywell pressure sensor onto a printed circuit board (PCB) to accurately measure the pressure of gases and liquids. This component is piezo-resistive, so it uses thin sections of silicon to detect minute changes in electrical resistance. Thanks to its DIP (dual in-line package) pin setup with eight pins arranged in parallel rows, mounting onto PCBs is quick and simple. It also offers full analogue and digital output so you can take readings easily. You can use this component for a variety of applications, such as monitoring dynamic pressure changes in pyrotechnic devices.

• Maximum operating pressure of 100kPa for use in most everyday operating conditions
• Maximum overload pressure of 200kPa for added safety

• Haemodialysis machines
• Ventilators
• Gas flow and air pressure measurement

Pressure sensors can fail due to mechanical damage, as well as electrical overload from lighting, a misconnection during maintenance or a tripped circuit. This means it's important to protect your circuit against electrical hazards. Moisture and chemicals can also cause the pressure sensor to fail or give an inaccurate reading, so it's important to protect the sensor from harsh conditions when possible.