Data Sheet SS/261GS/AS-EN Rev.

07

Model 261GS for gauge pressure

Model 261AS for absolute pressure

2600T series pressure transmitters

Engineered solutions for all applications

Measurement made easy

Standard overload resistance Stainless steel housing

— Optimized for use in harsh ambient conditions
Base accuracy — Extremely robust
— ± 0.1 %
Flexible configuration options
Span limits — Local configuration via setup button for upper and lower
— 0.3 ... 60000 kPa; 1.2 in H 2O up to 8700 psi range values
— 0.3 ... 3000 kPa abs; 2.25 mmHg up to 435 psia — Local configuration via buttons on LCD indicator
— Via handheld terminal or PC user interface
Proven sensor technology together with state-of-the-art
digital technology Full compliance with Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
— Large turn down ratio of up to 20:1 category III
Model 261GS for gauge pressure
Model 261AS for absolute pressure

Functional specification
Measuring range limits and span limits

Sensor code Measuring range upper Measuring range lower Minimum measuring span
limit (URL) limit (LRL) Model 261GS Model 261AS
Model 261GS Gauge pressure Absolute pressure
C 6 kPa -6 kPa 0,3 kPa 0,3 kPa
60 mbar -60 mbar 3 mbar 3 mbar
24 inH2O 24 inH2O 1,2 inH2O 2,25 mm Hg
F 40 kPa -40 kPa 2 kPa 2 kPa
400 mbar -400 mbar 20 mbar 20 mbar
160 inH2O -160 inH2O 8 inH2O 15 mm Hg
L 250 kPa 0 abs 12,5 kPa 12,5 kPa
2500 mbar 125 mbar 125 mbar
1000 inH2O 50 inH2O 93,8 mm Hg
D 1000 kPa 0 abs 50 kPa 50 kPa
10 bar 500 mbar 500 mbar
145 psi 7,25 psi 375 mm Hg
U 3000 kPa 0 abs 150 kPa 150 kPa
30 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar
435 psi 21,7 psi 21,7 psi
R 10000 kPa 0 abs 500 kPa 500 kPa
100 bar 5 bar 5 bar
1450 psi 72,5 psi 72,5 psi
V 60000 kPa 0 abs 3000 kPa -
600 bar 30 bar
8700 psi 435 psi

IMPORTANT (NOTE)
The measuring range lower limit (LRL) for model 261AS is absolute 0 for all measuring ranges.
Change from one to two columns

Span limits Damping

Maximum span = measuring range upper limit (URL) Configurable time constant between 0 and 60 s.
To optimize performance characteristics, it is recommended This is in addition to the sensor response time, and can be
that you select the transmitter sensor code with the lowest adjusted via the optional LCD indicator, handheld terminal, or
turn down ratio. PC user interface.
TURNDOWN = Upper range limit / set span
Warm-up time
Zero suppression and elevation Ready for operation as per specifications in less than 10 s with
The zero position and span can be set to any value within the minimum damping.
measuring range limits listed in the table if:
— Set span ≥ minimum span Insulation resistance
>100 MΩ at 500 V DC (between terminals and ground).

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Operating limits Storage

Pressure limits Model 261GS, 261AS Storage temperature range

Overpressure limits Storage temperature range -50 … 85 °C (-58 … 185 °F)
No damage will occur during transmitter operation, if they are LCD display -40 … 85 °C (-40 … 185 °F)
used within the specifications and subject to the following White oil filling -6 … 85 °C (21 … 185 °F)
limits:
Model 261GS, 261AS Humidity during storage
Sensor code Overpressure limits, 0 abs to: Relative humidity Up to 75 %
C, F 1 MPa, 10 bar, 145 psi
L 0.5 MPa, 5 bar, 72.5 psi Limits for environmental effects
D 2 MPa, 20 bar, 290 psi Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
U 6 MPa, 60 bar, 870 psi The devices conform to the requirements and tests for
R 20 MPa, 200 bar, 2900 psi EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, as well as EN 61000-6-3
V 90 MPa, 900 bar, 13050 psi concerning emitted interference and EN 61000-6-1,
EN 61000-6-2 concerning interference immunity.
Test pressure The devices fulfill NAMUR recommendations.
When carrying out the transmitter pressure test, it is essential
to observe the overpressure limits! Low Voltage Directive
The devices meet the requirements of Directive 2006/95/EC.
Temperature limits °C (°F)
Environment Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
The devices meet the requirements of Directive 97/23/EC,
Model 261GS, 261AS Ambient temperature limits Category III, module H.
Operating temperature range -40 … 85 °C (-40 … 185 °F)
White oil filling -6 … 85 °C (21 … 185 °F) Humidity
LCD display -20 … 70 °C (-4 … 158 °F) Relative humidity: Up to 100 %
Condensation, icing: Permissible
IMPORTANT (NOTE)
For applications in potentially explosive atmospheres, the Vibration resistance
temperature range specified on the relevant Acceleration up to 2 g at frequencies of up to 1,000 Hz
certificate/approval must be observed. (according to IEC 60068-2-6).

Process Shock resistance

Acceleration: 50 g
Model 261GS, 261AS Process temperature limits Duration: 11 ms
Process temperature range -50 … 120 °C (-58 … 248 °F) (according to 60068-2-27)
White oil filling -6 … 120 °C (21 … 248 °F) 1
1 ≤ 85 °C (185 °F) for operating pressures below the atmospheric pressure Humid and dusty atmospheres (degree of protection)
The transmitter is dust and sand-tight, and is protected
against immersion effects as defined by the following
standards:
— IEC EN60529 (1989) with IP 67
(with IP 68, IP 69K on request)
— NEMA 4X
— JIS C0920
IP65 degree of protection with plug connection

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Hazardous atmospheres IECEx transmitter with the following types of protection:

ATEX transmitter with type of protection "intrinsic safety "intrinsic safety ia", "non sparking nA" and "dust ignition
Ex ia/ib" in accordance with Directive 94/9/EC protection by enclosure tb"

Transmitter with 4 ... 20 mA output signal and HART communication Transmitter with 4 ... 20 mA output signal and HART communication
Certificate no. PTB 05 ATEX 2032 Certificate no. IECEx ZLM 10.0002
Labeling II 1/2 G Ex ia IIC T4 … T6 Labeling Ex ia IIC T6 bzw. T4 Ga/Gb
II 2 G Ex ib IIC T4 … T6 Ex ia IIIC T66°C bzw. T95°C Da/Db
Ex nA IIC T6 bzw. T4 Gc
Permissible ambient temperature range according to temperature Ex tb IIIC T66°C bzw. T95°C Db
class:
Ambient temperature Temperature class Maximum permissible ambient temperature range according to
-40 … 85 °C (-40 … 185 °F) T1 … T4 temperature class
-40 … 71 °C (-40 … 159 °F) T5 Surface
Ambient temperature Temperature class
-40 … 56 °C (-40 … 132 °F) T6 temperature
-40 … 85 °C
T4 95 °C (203 °F)
or (-40 … 185 °F)
-40 … 56 °C
T6 66 °C (151 °F)
Labeling II 1/2 D IP65 T95 °C Ex ia D (-40 … 133 °F)
II 2 D IP65 T95 °C Ex ib D
Electrical data according to designation Ex ia IIC T6 or T4
Permissible ambient temperature range: Ga/Gb and Ex ia IIIC T66°C or T95°C IP6X Da/Db
-40 … 85 °C (-40 … 185 °F)
Supply and signal circuit with "intrinsic safety" Ex ia or Ex ib type of
Supply and signal circuit with "Intrinsically safe Ex ia/ib IIB/IIC" protection, for connection to power supply units with the following
type of protection", with the following maximum values maximum values (terminal signal ±)
Ui = 30 V Ui = 30 V
Ii = 130 mA Ii = 130 mA
Pi = 0.8 W Pi = 0.8 W
Effective internal capacitance Ci = 10 nF Effective internal capacitance Ci = 10 nF
Effective internal inductance Li = 0.5 mH Effective internal inductance Li = 0.5 mH

If the transmitter is being integrated into a partition between

equipment protection level Ga or Da and a lower protection
level, the transmitter must be supplied with power by an Ex ia
intrinsically safe circuit.

Electrical data according to designation Ex nA IIC T6 or T4 Gc

and Ex tb IIIC T66°C or T95°C IP6X Db

IN ≤ 22,5 mA
UN ≤ 45 V

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Transmitter with 4 ... 20 mA output signal and HART communication Transmitter with 4 ... 20 mA output signal and HART communication
Intrinsic Safety Class I; II and III; Division 1; Intrinsic Safety (Gas, order code X3)
Groups A, B, C, D; E, F, G Designation Ex ia II CT1~CT6
Class I; Zone 0; AEx ia
Group IIC T6; T4 Permissible ambient temperature range according to temperature
Non-incendive Class I, II, III, Division 2; class:
Groups A, B, C, D, F, G Ui max. = 30 V; li max = 130 mA; Pi = 0,8 W;
Degree of protection NEMA type 4X Ci = 10 nF; Li = 0,5 μH
(indoor and outdoor installation) Ex ia II CT1 … T6 T6 T5 T1 … T4
-40 … 56 °C -40 … 71 °C -40 … 85 °C
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) DIP A20 TA95 °C -40 … 85 °C

Transmitter with 4 ... 20 mA output signal and HART communication

Intrinsic Safety Class I; II and III; Division 1;
Groups A, B, C, D; E, F, G
Class I; Zone 0; Group IIC T6; T4
Non-incendive Class I, II, III; Division 2;
Groups A, B, C, D; F, G
Degree of protection NEMA type 4X
(indoor and outdoor installation)

Permissible ambient temperature range according to temperature

class:
Ui max. = 30 V; li max = 130 mA; Pi = 0,8 W;
Ci = 10 nF; Li = 0,5 μH
Ex ia II CT1 … T6 T6 T5 T1 … T4
-40 … 56 °C -40 … 71 °C -40 … 85 °C

Intrinsic safety Gas and dust, order code X4

Degree of protection Ex ia II CT1~T6; DIP A20 TA 95 °C

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Electrical data and options Output signal

Two-wire, 4 ... 20 mA output.
HART digital communication and 4 ... 20 mA output HART® communication provides digital process variables
Power supply (%, mA or engineering units) superimposed on the 4 ... 20 mA
The transmitter operates from 11 ... 42 V DC with no load and signal (protocol according to Bell 202 FSK standard).
is protected against reversed polarity (additional loads enable
operation above 42 V DC). Output current limits (according to NAMUR standard)
During use in Ex ia zones and in other intrinsically safe Overload condition
applications, the power supply must not exceed 30 V DC. — Lower limit: 3.8 mA (configurable up to 3.5 mA)
— Upper limit: 20.5 mA (configurable up to 23.6 mA)
Ripple
Maximum permissible supply voltage ripple during Alarm current
communication: Complies with HART FSK “Physical Layer” — Minimum alarm current: 3.5 mA (configurable from
specification rev. 8.1. 3.5 … 4 mA)
— Maximum alarm current: 21 mA (configurable from
Load limitations 20 … 23.6 mA)
Total loop resistance at 4 ... 20 mA and HART: Default setting: High Alarm Current

Voltage sup ply  Minimum operating voltage ( VDC ) SIL: Functional safety (optional)
R(k ) 
23.6 mA According to IEC 61508/61511
Device with certificate of conformity for use in safety-related
A minimum resistance of 250 Ω is required for HART applications, up to and including SIL 2.
communication.

LCD display (optional)

Digital, graphic LCD display for customized
visualization of:
— Gauge pressure/absolute pressure
— Output current in mA or %, or
— HART output (freely assigned start/end values and unit)
Diagnostic messages, alarms, errors, and measuring range
upper limit violations are also displayed.
In addition, the LCD display can be used to configure and
parameterize the transmitter using 4 buttons.

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Measuring accuracy Ambient temperature
Thermal change in ambient temperature as regards the zero
Reference conditions according to IEC 60770 signal and span (turndown up to 6:1), in relation to the set
— Ambient temperature TU = constant in the range span
18 ... 30 °C (64 ... 86 °F)
— Relative humidity = constant in the range 30 ... 80 % Temperature range Maximum effect on zero signal
— Ambient pressure PU = constant in the range and span
950 ... 1,060 mbar. -10 … 60 °C (14 … 140 °F) All measuring ranges
— Measuring span based on zero position ± (0.2 % x TD + 0.2 %)
— Transmitter with ceramic or Hastelloy separation -40 … -10 °C (-40 … 14 °F) All measuring ranges
diaphragm 60 … 85 °C (140 … 185 °F) ±((0.1 % / 10 K) x TD + (0.1 / 10K))
— Filling fluid: Silicone oil
— Supply voltage: 24 V DC Temperature coefficient (T k )
— Load with HART: 250 Ω Effect of the ambient temperature per 10 K (but limited to the
— Transmitter not grounded maximum effect of the temperature change, see previous
— Characteristic setting: linear, 4 ... 20 mA. information). The information refers to the set measuring span.

Unless otherwise stated, errors are specified as a % of the Temperature range Effect on zero signal and span
measuring span value. -10 … 60 °C (14 … 140 °F) Sensor code C, F:
The accuracy of the measurement in relation to the upper ± (0.15 % x TD + 0.15 %)
range limit (URL) is affected by the turndown (TD); i.e., the Sensor code L, D, U, R, V:
ratio of the upper range limit (URL) to the set span (URL/span). ± (0.05 % x TD + 0.05 %)

FOR OPTIMUM MEASURING ACCURACY, IT IS Power supply

RECOMMENDED THAT YOU SELECT THE SENSOR CODE Within the specified limits for the voltage / load, the total
WHICH WILL PROVIDE THE LOWEST TD VALUE. influence is less than 0.001 % of the upper measuring range
limit per volt.
Dynamic response (according to IEC 61298-1)
Load
Reaction time 100 ms Within the specified load / voltage limits, the total influence is
Time constant (63.2 % of total step negligible.
150 ms
response)

Measuring error for setting cut-off point

Turndown Measuring error

1:1 … 10:1 ±0.1 %
>10:1 ± (0.1 + 0.005 x TD - 0.05) %

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Electromagnetic fields Total performance

Total influence is less than 0.3 % of measuring span from Similar to DIN 16086
80 … 1,000 MHz and for field strengths up to 10 V/m when In the range -10 … 60 °C (14 … 140 °F):
tested with unshielded conduit, with or without meter. 0.42% of the set span (TD 1:1)
The total performance accuracy includes the measuring error
Mounting position (non-linearity including hysteresis and non-reproducibility), as
Nominal position: vertical; process connection at bottom. well as the thermal change in the ambient temperature as
Mounting position deviant from the standard position influence regards the zero signal and span.
the output due to the filling liquid. With a deviation of 90° from
E perf  (E TS1  E TS 2 )2  E lin 2
standard position the effect is 1.12 mbar + 0.01 mbar/10K.
This effect can be compensated by carrying out zero signal
adjustment and configuring the mounting angle with the LCD Eperf = Base accuracy
indicator or DTM. EΔTS1 = Effect of the ambient temperature on the URL
EΔTS2 = Effect of the ambient temperature on the measuring
Long-term stability span
±(0.10 x TD) % / year Elin = Measuring error (for setting cut-off point)

Vibration effect
±(0.10 x TD) % acc. to IEC 61298-3

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Technical specification Calibration
Standard:
(Please refer to the order information to check the availability — 0 to upper range limit (URL)
of different versions of the relevant model) Optional:
— To specified measuring span
Materials
Process separation diaphragms1 Optional extras
Hastelloy C276, Hastelloy C276 gold plated, Mounting bracket
Stainless steel (1.4435 / 316L) For vertical and horizontal 60 mm (2 in.) pipes or wall
mounting
Process connection1
Stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L) LCD display
Can be rotated in 90° increments into 4 positions
Sensor filling fluid
Silicone oil, inert fill (fluorocarbon), white oil (FDA) Additional tag plates
Code I2: For measuring point tag (up to 30 characters) and
Mounting bracket calibration specifications (up to 30 characters: lower and
Stainless steel upper value plus unit), attached to transmitter housing.
Code I1: For customer data (4 lines with 30 characters each),
Sensor housing, electronics housing and cover attached to transmitter housing with wire.
Stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L)
Cleaning stage for oxygen applications (O2)
Filter for atmospheric ventilation
Filter housing: plastic (standard), stainless steel (code EA, AB) Certificates (test, design, characteristics, material
Filter material: polyamide (PA) traceability )

Viewing window in cover (LCD display) Name plate and operating instruction language
Polycarbonate, Makrolon 6557
Communication plug connectors
Cover O-ring
EPDM Process connections
1/2-14 NPT female or male thread, DIN EN 837-1 G 1/2 B or
Plates G 1/2 B (HP) for convex seal, flush diaphragm, for installation
Plastic data plate attached to the electronics housing in ball valve.

1 Wetted parts of the transmitter.

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Electrical connections Configuration

M16 x 1.5 tap hole with cable gland (cable diameter approx.
5 … 10 mm), directly on housing Transmitter with HART communication and 4 … 20 mA
or Standard configuration
M20 x 1.5 (via adapter) with cable gland (cable diameter Transmitters are set to the customer's specified span at the
approx. 6 … 11 mm) factory. The set range and measuring point number are
or provided on the name plate. If this data has not been
1/2-14 NPT (via adapter) without cable gland specified, the transmitter will be delivered with the following
or configuration:
Harting Han plug connector (with mating plug (socket outlet,
for wire diameters of 0.75 … 1 mm2 and cable diameters of Parameter Factory setting
5 … 11 mm)) 4 mA Zero position
or 20 mA Measuring range upper limit (URL)
Miniature plug connector (without mating plug (socket outlet)) Output Linear
Damping 0.1 s
Terminals Transmitter failure mode 21 mA
HART version: Optional LCD display 0 … 100 %
Two connections for signal / auxiliary power, for wire cross-
sections from 0.5 … 1.5 mm 2 (16 AWG) Any or all of the configurable parameters listed above -
including the upper and lower range values - can easily be
Grounding (optional) changed using the optional LCD indicator, a HART handheld
External ground terminals for wire cross-sections up to 4 mm2 communicator, or a PC running the configuration software
(12 AWG). SMART VISION with DTM for 2600T.

Weight
(without options)
— Approx. 0.7 kg (1.54 lb)
— Additional 650 G (1.5 lb)

Packaging
Carton with dimensions of approx. 240 x 140 x 190 mm
(9.45 x 5.51 x 7.48 in.)

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Change from two to one column

Mounting dimensions
(not design data) - dimensions in mm (inch)
Standard version

1 2 Ø 60 (2.36) 3 15 (0.59)1)

8 (0.31)2)
64 (2.52)

4
36 (1.42)
A

Ø 21 (0.83)
Ø 28 (1.1)3) 7

5
6

M10684-01

Fig. 1: Dimensions — standard design

1 Electrical connection | 2 Housing cover | 3 Name plate | 4 Filter for atmospheric compensation | 5 Tag (optional) |
6 Process connection | 7 Grounding/equipotential bonding terminal (optional)

1) Clearance for cover removal required

2) With LCD indicator
3) Dimensions for sensor code C, F

Dimension "A" is dependent on the process connection as per the following table:

Process connection Dimension "A" in mm (inch)

1/2-14 NPT male thread 111 (4.37)
1/2-14 NPT female thread 106 ( 4.17 ) / (110 (4.33) sensor V)
DIN EN 837-1 G 1/2 B 111 (4.37)
DIN EN 837-1 G 1/2 B ( HP ) for connections with convex seal 121 (4.76)

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Version with the options “LCD indicator” and “Harting Han plug”

102 (4.02) Ø 60 (2.36) 1

72 (2.83)
A+8
36 (1.42)

Ø 21 (0.83)
Ø 28 (2.13)1)

M10685-01
Fig. 2: Dimensions — with options
1 Housing cover for LCD indicator option

1 Dimensions for sensor code C, F

Dimension "A" is dependent on the process connection as per the following table:

Process connection Dimension "A" in mm (inch)

1/2-14 NPT male thread 111 (4.37)
1/2-14 NPT female thread 106 ( 4.17 ) / (110 (4.33) sensor V)
DIN EN 837-1 G 1/2 B 111 (4.37)
DIN EN 837-1 G 1/2 B ( HP ) for connections with convex seal 121 (4.76)

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Transmitter with flush diaphragm

Fig. 3: Dimensions - With flush diaphragm

1 Welded connections / tapped hole for flush diaphragm, part no. 284903 | 2 No burrs |
3 Groove for gasket DIN 3869 - 21 18.5 x 23.9 x 1.5 | 4 Groove for O-ring 15 x 2

1 Bevel after cutting threads

2 Minimum dimension
3 Wrench size 27

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Version with ball valve connection

Fig. 4: Dimensions - With ball valve connection

1 Shim | 2 Diaphragm diameter: ~ 20 mm (0.79 inch) | 3 metal / metal conical seal, diaphragm is process-bonded |
4 Weld-in sleeve G 1", part no.: 789516

1 Wrench size 36

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Mounting with angle bracket (optional)

60 (2.36)
86,5 (3.4)

86,5 (3.4)
Ø 60 (2.36) (max. 63 (2.48))

12,5 15
(0.49)(0.59)
72 (2.83)
72 (2.83)
20
(0.79)
46 (1.81)1)
35 (1.38)2)

M10688-01

Fig. 5: Dimensions — pipe mounting/wall mounting

1) Dimensions for sensor code C, F
2) Sensor code L, D, U, 1, R, V

IMPORTANT (NOTE)
The bracket for wall or pipe mounting has four holes with a Ø of 10.5 mm. The holes are arranged in a square and spaced
72 mm away from one another.

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Electrical connections
HART version

Fig. 6: Electrical connections - HART version

1 Pushbutton for lower/upper range values | 2 + Signal screw terminals for leads with cross-section of 0.5 … 1.5 mm2 |
3 - Signal screw terminals for leads with a cross-section of 0.5 … 1.5 mm2 | 4 Grounding / equipotential bonding terminal (optional) |
5 Cable entry | 6 Line load | 7 Grounding | 8 Handheld terminal | 9 Resistor (min. 250 Ω) | 10 Power supply / power supply unit |
11 Optional ground | 12 Receiver

Optional plug connectors

Fig. 7: Dimensions - Plug connector

1 Harting Han 8D (8U) socket insert for mating plug supplied (view of sockets) | 2 Mating plug (socket); not supplied |
3 M12 x 1 miniature plug (pins)

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Ordering Information
Basic ordering information 261GS Pressure Transmitters
Select one character or set of characters from each category and specify complete catalog number.
Refer to additional ordering information and specify one or more codes for each transmitter if additional options are required.

Base model – 1st to 5th characters 261GS X X X X X X

Gauge pressure transmitter, compact class, base accuracy 0.1 %
Sensor - Span Limits – 6th characters
6 kPa 60 mbar 24 in. H2O (45 mm Hg) C
40 kPa 400 mbar 160 in. H2O (300 mm Hg) F
250 kPa 2500 mbar 1000 in. H2O (1875 mm Hg) L
1000 kPa 10 bar 145 psi D
3000 kPa 30 bar 435 psi U
10000 kPa 100 bar 1450 psi R
60000 kPa 600 bar 8700 psi V
Diaphragm Material / Fill Fluid – 7th characters
Hastelloy C-276 Silicone oil NACE K
Hastelloy C-276 gold-plated Silicone oil NACE (Note: 1) G
AISI 316L SST (1.4435) Silicone oil NACE (Note: 2) S
Hastelloy C-276 Inert Fluid NACE (Note: 3) F
Hastelloy C-276 gold-plated Inert fluid NACE (Note: 4) E
AISI 316L SST (1.4435) Inert fluid NACE (Note: 2) A
Hastelloy C-276 White oil (FDA) NACE Z
AISI 316L SST (1.4435) White oil (FDA) NACE (Note: 2) N
Process Connection Material / Process Connection – 8th characters
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) 1/2-14 NPT female NACE B
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) DIN EN 837-1 G 1/2 B NACE P
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) G 1/2 in. front bonded diaphragm NACE (Note 1) S
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) 1/2-14 NPT male NACE T
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) DIN EN 837-1 G 1/2 B (HP) NACE (Note 1) U
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) For ball valve connection NACE (Note 1) V
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) DIN 16288 M20 x 1,5 NACE L
Gasket – 9th characters
None, NACE N
Electronic Housing Material / Electrical Connection – 10th characters
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) / M16 x 1.5 (with cable gland made of plastic) (Note: 5) 2
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) / 1/2-14 NPT (without cable gland) (Note: 6) S
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) / M20 x 1.5 (with cable gland made of plastic) (Note: 5) T
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) / Harting Han Connector (Note: 7) 3
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) / Miniature Connector (Note: 7) Z
Output – 11th characters
HART digital communication and 4 ... 20 mA (Additional options not requested) (Note: 8) H
HART digital communication and 4 ... 20 mA (Additional options to be ordered by additional ordering code) (Note: 9) 1

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Additional ordering information for model 261GS

Add one or more 2-digit code(s) after the basic ordering information to select all required options.

XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
Explosion Protection Certification
Factory Mutual (FM) - Intrinsically Safe (Note: 10) EA
Canadian Standard Association (CSA) - Intrinsically Safe (Note: 10) ED
ATEX Group II Category 1/2 G - Intrinsic Safety EEx ia EH
ATEX Group II Category 1/2 G and 1/2 D - Intrinsic Safety EEx ia (without Cable Gland) (Note: 10) EL
IECEx Ex ia IIC T6 + Ex nA IIC T6, Gas ER
IECEx Ex ia IIC T6 + Ex nA IIC T6 + Ex tb. Gas & Dust ES
GOST Russia - EEx ia W1
GOST Kazakhstan - EEx ia W3
GOST Ukraine - EEx ia WA
GOST Belarus - EEx ia WG
NEPSI Ex ia llC T-T6 Gas X3
NEPSI Ex ia llC T-T6 Gas & Dust X4
Integrated Digital Display (LCD)
With integrated LCD display L1
Electronic Housing: Ground Terminal
Housing with external grounding terminal AA
Electronic Housing: Cable Gland
Cable Gland M16 x 1.5 / M20 x 1.5 and atmosphere ventilation of metal AB
Mounting Bracket Shape / Material
For pipe mounting / AISI 304 SST (1.4301) B2
For wall mounting / AISI 304 SST (1.4301) B4
Applications: Oxygen
Oil- and grease-free, for oxygen applications (O2)
(Pmax = 21 MPa / 210 bar / 3045 psi, Tmax = 60 °C / 140 °F) (Note:11) P1
Operating Instruction Language
German M1
Italian M2
Spanish M3
French M4
English M5
Swedish M7
Finnish M8
Russian MB
Dutch MD

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Additional ordering information for model 261GS XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
Additional Tag Plate
Stainless steel I1
Certificates: 3.1 Calibration
Inspection certificate 3.1 acc. EN 10204 of calibration C1
Certificates: 3.1 Cleanliness Stage
Inspection certificate 3.1 acc. EN 10204 of cleanliness stage C3
Certificates: 3.1 Helium Leakage Test
Inspection certificate 3.1 acc. EN 10204 of helium leakage test of the sensor module C4
Certificates: 3.1 Pressure Test
Inspection certificate 3.1 acc. EN 10204 of pressure test C5
Certificates: 2.1 Instrument Design
Declaration of compliance with the order 2.1 acc. EN 10204 for instrument design C6
Calibration Record
Calibration record CB
Separate calibration record CC
Certificates: SIL2
SIL2 - Declaration of Conformity CL
Certificates: MVO Approval
MVO approval (Note: 12) CR
Certificates: GOST
GOST Russia - Without Explosion Protection WC
GOST Kazakhstan - Without Explosion Protection WD
GOST Ukraine - Without Explosion Protection WE
GOST Belarus - Without Explosion Protection WF

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Model 261AS for absolute pressure

Additional ordering information for model 261GS XX XX XX XX

Material: 2.1 Compliance
Certificate of compliance with the order 2.1 acc. EN 10204 for process wetted parts H1
Material: 3.1 Inspection
Inspection certificate 3.1 acc. EN 10204 of process wetted parts (Note: 13) H3
Material: 2.2 Test Report
Test report 2.2 acc. EN 10204 of the pressure bearing and process wetted parts H4
Connector Type
Miniature connector M12 x 1 (without mating plug) U2
Harting Han 8D (8U) - Straight entry (Note: 14) U3
Note 1: Not available with Sensor code C, F
Note 2: Only with Front Bonded Diaphragm
Note 3: Suitable for oxygen applications
Note 4: Suitable for oxygen applications / Not available with Sensor code C, F
Note 5: With Cable Gland made of Plastic
Note 6: Without cable gland
Note 7: Select connector with additional ordering code
Note 8: Additional options not requested / Not available for electrical connection with connector
Note 9: Additional options to be ordered by additional ordering code
Note 10: Not available with electrical connection with connector
Note 11: Only available with inert fill
Note 12: Only with Fill Fluid White oil
Note 13: Minor parts with factory certificate acc. EN 10204
Note 14: Only for electrical connection with Harting Han connector

Standard delivery scope (changes possible with additional ordering code)

— For general-purpose applications (no Ex applications)
— Buna O-ring for G 1/2 process connection, flush diaphragm
— No display, no mounting bracket
— English-language operating instructions; English and German-language labels
— Configuration with kPa and °C units
— No test, inspection, or material certificates

Unless otherwise specified prior to manufacture, the customer shall be responsible for the selection of suitable parts that make
contact with the medium and appropriate filling fluids in order to ensure compatibility with the relevant process medium.

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Basic ordering information 261AS Absolute Pressure Transmitters
Select one character or set of characters from each category and specify complete catalog number.
Refer to additional ordering information and specify one or more codes for each transmitter if additional options are required.

Base model – 1st to 5th characters 261AS X X X X X X

Absolute pressure transmitter, compact class, base accuracy 0.1 %
Sensor - Span Limits – 6th characters
6 kPa 60 mbar 24 in. H2O (45 mm Hg) C
40 kPa 400 mbar 160 in. H2O (300 mm Hg) F
250 kPa 2500 mbar 1000 in. H2O (1875 mm Hg) L
1000 kPa 10 bar 145 psi D
3000 kPa 30 bar 435 psi U
10000 kPa 100 bar 1450 psi R
Diaphragm Material / Fill Fluid – 7th characters
Hastelloy C-276 Silicone oil NACE K
Hastelloy C-276 gold-plated Silicone oil NACE (Note: 1) G
AISI 316L SST (1.4435) Silicone oil NACE (Note: 2) S
Hastelloy C-276 Inert Fluid NACE (Note: 3) F
Hastelloy C-276 gold-plated Inert Fluid NACE (Note: 4) E
AISI 316L SST (1.4435) Inert Fluid NACE (Note: 2) A
Hastelloy C-276 White oil (FDA) NACE Z
AISI 316L SST (1.4435)) White oil (FDA) NACE (Note: 2) N
Process Connection Material / Process Connection – 8th characters
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) 1/2-14 NPT female NACE B
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) DIN EN 837-1 G 1/2 B NACE P
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) G 1/2 in. front bonded diaphragm NACE (Note 1) S
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) 1/2-14 NPT male NACE T
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) DIN EN 837-1 G 1/2 B (HP) NACE (Note 1) U
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) For ball valve connection NACE (Note 1) V
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) DIN 16288 M20 x 1,5 NACE L
Gasket – 9th characters
None, NACE N
Electronic Housing Material / Electrical Connection – 10th characters
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) / M16 x 1.5 (with cable gland made of plastic) (Note: 5) 2
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) / 1/2-14 NPT (without cable gland) (Note: 6) S
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) / M20 x 1.5 (with cable gland made of plastic) (Note: 5) T
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) / Harting Han Connector (Note: 7) 3
AISI 316L SST (1.4404) / Miniature Connector (Note: 7) Z
Output – 11th characters
HART digital communication and 4 ... 20 mA (Additional options not requested) (Note: 8) H
HART digital communication and 4 ... 20 mA (Additional options to be ordered by additional ordering code) (Note: 9) 1

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Model 261GS for gauge pressure
Model 261AS for absolute pressure

Additional ordering information for model 261AS

Add one or more 2-digit code(s) after the basic ordering information to select all required options.

XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
Explosion Protection Certification
Factory Mutual (FM) - Intrinsically Safe (Note: 10) EA
Canadian Standard Association (CSA) - Intrinsically Safe (Note: 10) ED
ATEX Group II Category 1/2 G - Intrinsic Safety EEx ia EH
ATEX Group II Category 1/2 G and 1/2 D - Intrinsic Safety EEx ia (without Cable Gland) (Note: 10) EL
IECEx Ex ia IIC T6 + Ex nA IIC T6, Gas ER
IECEx Ex ia IIC T6 + Ex nA IIC T6 + Ex tb. Gas & Dust ES
GOST Russia - EEx ia W1
GOST Kazakhstan - EEx ia W3
GOST Ukraine - EEx ia WA
GOST Belarus - EEx ia WG
NEPSI Ex ia llC T-T6 Gas X3
NEPSI Ex ia llC T-T6 Gas & Dust X4
Integrated Digital Display (LCD)
With integrated LCD display L1
Electronic Housing: Ground Terminal
Housing with external grounding terminal AA
Electronic Housing: Cable Gland
Cable Gland M16 x 1.5 / M20 x 1.5 and atmosphere ventilation of metal AB
Mounting Bracket Shape / Material
For pipe mounting / AISI 304 SST (1.4301) B2
For wall mounting / AISI 304 SST (1.4301) B4
Applications: Oxygen
Oil- and grease-free, for oxygen applications (O2)
(Pmax = 21 MPa / 210 bar / 3045 psi, Tmax = 60 °C / 140 °F) (Note:11) P1
Operating Instruction Language
German M1
Italian M2
Spanish M3
French M4
English M5
Swedish M7
Finnish M8
Russian MB
Dutch MD

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Additional ordering information for model 261AS XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
Additional Tag Plate
Stainless steel I1
Certificates: 3.1 Calibration
Inspection certificate 3.1 acc. EN 10204 of calibration C1
Certificates: 3.1 Cleanliness Stage
Inspection certificate 3.1 acc. EN 10204 of cleanliness stage C3
Certificates: 3.1 Helium Leakage Test
Inspection certificate 3.1 acc. EN 10204 of helium leakage test of the sensor module C4
Certificates: 3.1 Pressure Test
Inspection certificate 3.1 acc. EN 10204 of pressure test C5
Certificates: 2.1 Instrument Design
Declaration of compliance with the order 2.1 acc. EN 10204 for instrument design C6
Certificates: SIL2
SIL2 - Declaration of Conformity CL
Certificates: MVO Approval
MVO approval (Note: 12) CR
Calibration Record
Calibration record CB
Separate calibration record CC
Certificates: GOST
GOST Russia - Without Explosion Protection WC
GOST Kazakhstan - Without Explosion Protection WD
GOST Ukraine - Without Explosion Protection WE
GOST Belarus - Without Explosion Protection WF

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Model 261GS for gauge pressure
Model 261AS for absolute pressure

Additional ordering information for model 261AS XX XX XX XX

Material: 2.1 Compliance
Certificate of compliance with the order 2.1 acc. EN 10204 for process wetted parts H1
Material: 3.1 Inspection
Inspection certificate 3.1 acc. EN 10204 of process wetted parts (Note: 13) H3
Material: 2.2 Test Report
Test report 2.2 acc. EN 10204 of the pressure bearing and process wetted parts H4
Connector Type
Miniature connector M12 x 1 (without mating plug) U2
Harting Han 8D (8U) - Straight entry (Note: 14) U3
Note 1: Not available with Sensor code C, F
Note 2: Only with Front Bonded Diaphragm
Note 3: Suitable for oxygen applications
Note 4: Suitable for oxygen applications / Not available with Sensor code C, F
Note 5: With Cable Gland made of Plastic
Note 6: Without cable gland
Note 7: Select connector with additional ordering code
Note 8: Additional options not requested / Not available for electrical connection with connector
Note 9: Additional options to be ordered by additional ordering code
Note 10: Not available with electrical connection with connector
Note 11: Only available with inert fill
Note 12: Only with Fill Fluid White oil
Note 13: Minor parts with factory certificate acc. EN 10204
Note 14: Only for electrical connection with Harting Han connector

Standard delivery scope (changes possible with additional ordering code)

— For general-purpose applications (no Ex applications)
— Buna O-ring for G 1/2 process connection, flush diaphragm
— No display, no mounting bracket
— English-language operating instructions; English and German-language labels
— Configuration with kPa and °C units
— No test, inspection, or material certificates

Unless otherwise specified prior to manufacture, the customer shall be responsible for the selection of suitable parts that make
contact with the medium and appropriate filling fluids in order to ensure compatibility with the relevant process medium.

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Trademarks
™ Hastelloy C-276 is a Cabot Corporation trademark

Change from two to one column

™ Viton is a DuPont de Nemours trademark

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