DatasheetPACE Device Specifications
| Pressure Measurement | |
|---|---|
| CM0/CM1/CM2 pressure ranges: | 25, 70, 200, 350, and 700 mbar gauge, 1.2, 3.5, 7, 10, 20, 35, 70, 100, 135, 172, 210 bar gauge 0.35, 1, 3, 5, 10, 15, 30, 50, 100, 150, 300, 500, 1000, 1500, 2000, 2500, 3000 psi gauge 2.5, 7, 20, 35, 70, 100, 200, 350, 700 kPa gauge 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 13.5, 17, 21 MPa gauge |
| Note: | All ranges also available with negative calibration. For absolute pressure, any range from 1 bar upwards can be selected (with barometric option). |
| CM3 pressure ranges: | 1.25, 7, 10, 20, 35, 70, 100, 135, 172, 210 bar pseudo gauge 2.35, 8.1, 21, 136, 173, 211 bar absolute 15, 36, 101, 148, 280, 507, 1015, 1450, 1958, 2494, 3046 psi pseudo gauge 28, 44, 73, 160, 308, 522, 1030, 1485, 1973, 2509, 3060 psi absolute 0.1, 0.25, 0.7, 1.2, 3.5, 7, 10, 13.5, 17, 21 MPa pseudo gauge 0.2, 0.35, 0.8, 1.1, 2.1, 3.6, 7.1, 10.1, 13.6, 17.3, 21.1 MPa absolute |
| Overpressure indication: | 10% above full scale |
| Media: | Dry, oil-free, non-flammable gases maintained at 10% above the required outlet pressure. Nitrogen recommended. |
| Display | |
| PACE5000E: | LCD color display with touchscreen, 216 mm × 54 mm (8.5″ × 2.1″) |
| PACE6000E: | LCD color display with touchscreen, 243 mm × 91 mm (9.6″ × 3.6″) |
| Communication update rate: | 20 times per second |
| Display update rate: | 2 times per second |
| Display range: | ±99999999 |
| Pressure units: | mbar, bar, Pa, kPa, MPa, psi, atm, torr, mmHg @0°C, inHg @0°C, mmH₂O @4°C, cmH₂O, kg/m² etc. |
| Performance | |
| PACE CM0 standard accuracy: | 0.02% of reading + 0.025% FS |
| PACE CM0 control stability: | 0.005% FS |
| PACE CM1 high precision: | 0.01% of reading + 0.01% FS |
| PACE CM1 control stability: | 0.003% FS |
| PACE CM2 premium accuracy: | 0.005% of reading + 0.005% FS |
| PACE CM2 control stability: | 0.001% FS |
| PACE CM3 reference accuracy: | 0.001% FS for 2, 3.5 bar 0.0015% FS for 8–21 bar |
| PACE CM3 control stability: | 0.001% of absolute range FS |
| PACE CM3 accuracy: |
2, 3.5 bar: 0.0004% of reading + 0.0027% FS 8–11 bar: 0.0025% of reading + 0.0026% FS 136 bar: 0.0025% of reading + 0.0023% FS 173 bar: 0.0026% of reading + 0.0022% FS 211 bar: 0.0027% of reading + 0.0022% FS |
| Long-term stability: |
CM0–CM2: 0.01% of reading per year; 0.025% for 1 bar; 0.03% for 25–700 mbar CM3: 0.0025% FS/year (2–3.5 bar), 0.001% FS in 28 days (8–21 bar) |
| Negative gauge accuracy: | Error equals the error for the equivalent positive pressure |
| Pseudo accuracy: | Pseudo absolute = gauge mode accuracy + barometric accuracy |
| PACE CM-B barometric accuracy: | 0.10 mbar or 0.0015 psi |
| PACE CM1-B: | 0.05 mbar or 0.00073 psi |
| PACE CM2-B: | 0.025 mbar or 0.00036 psi |
| PACE CM3-B: | 0.02 mbar or 0.00029 psi |
| PACE CM3-B barometric accuracy (2 sigma): | 0.06 mbar |
| Gas consumption: | Only during measurement; none in standby mode |
| Electrical | |
| Power supply: | 100–120/200–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Communication | |
| Interfaces: | USB-A, USB-C, USB TMC, Ethernet (LXI), RS232 (optional), GPIB IEEE-488 (optional), SCP199 compatible (DPI520, DPI500, DPI510, DPI515) |
| Environment | |
| Operating temperature: | 0 °C to 55 °C |
| Calibration temperature: | 15 °C to 45 °C |
| Storage temperature: | -20 °C to 70 °C |
| Humidity: | 5% to 95% RH, non-condensing |
| Protection rating: | IP20 (EN60529), indoor use only |
| Vibration: | Def Stan 66-31, MIL-PRF-28800 |
| Shock: | Complies with EN61010-1 |
| Standards: | UL 61010-1, EN61326-1, PED, RoHS, WEEE, CE |
| Physical | |
| Chassis weight: | PACE5000E: 5.6 kg, PACE6000E: 7.2 kg |
| CM module weight: | 5 kg |
| Pressure connection: | G 1/8″ female (1/8″ NPT for North America) |
| PACE 5000E dimensions: | 440 mm × 88 mm (2U) × 320 mm |
| PACE 6000E dimensions: | 440 mm × 132 mm (3U) × 320 mm |
Note: To meet the annual accuracy specification of CM3 modules, it is recommended to perform a zero correction every 28 days using a barometric reference. Long-term stability depends on the specifications of the barometric reference used. The values stated apply to CM3-B.
Applications and Industries
Laboratory, production, R&D, and calibration applications in the following areas:
- Aerospace, defense
- Energy
- Healthcare and pharmaceutical industry
- Electronics and semiconductors
- Transportation
- Metrology and calibration
- Environment
- General industry
Device Concepts
PACE5000E Housing
- Single-channel pressure controller housing
- Compatible with any interchangeable PACE CM module
- Ideal for end-of-line tests as well as laboratory and workshop environments due to compact design and high control stability
PACE6000E Housing
- Dual-channel pressure controller housing
- Can operate with two CM modules in single, auto-ranging, or dual mode
- No restriction on pressure ratio between channels
- High flexibility – suitable for both industrial and laboratory use
PACE Control Modules
- Interchangeable control modules (CM) include all valves, sensors, and manifolds
- Easy to replace without removing the entire housing
- Optimally adapted for specific pressure ranges
- Only the CM module needs maintenance or calibration
- Housing can remain permanently installed
Stability and Accuracy
- Response time in fast mode: approx. 1.5 seconds*
- Response time in high accuracy mode: ≤ 3 seconds**
- PACE controllers stabilize faster than other devices at ≤ 0.001% FS stability
*Optimal conditions, external load < 100 ml
**May take up to 2 seconds longer with larger loads
Long-Term Stability
Druck Ltd. designs and manufactures all sensors in-house, ensuring precise compliance with specifications. This eliminates the need for frequent recalibrations during the calibration cycle.
User Interface
The intuitive touchscreen interface enables easy operation with:
- Display of measured pressure and pressure range
- Simple switching between ranges and units
- Direct setpoint input
- Single-channel or dual-channel operation (PACE6000 only)
Integration & Calibration Systems
LXI™ LAN Extension
- Seamless integration into existing networks
- Troubleshooting, remote maintenance, and updates via LAN
4Sight2 Calibration Software
- Comprehensive overview of test equipment and calibration status
- Automated calibration or test routines possible
- Uncertainty calculation, certificate issuance, paperless process
- Drift analysis using trend data
4Sight2 enables for example:
- Calibration of pressure sensors, transmitters, switches
- End-of-line testing
- Calibration of third-party equipment
- Standardization of calibration processes across companies
Optional Test Methods
Leak Test
The leak test determines the leakage of a system based on defined pressure steps. After stabilization, pressure difference and leak rate are displayed.
Burst Pressure Test
The burst pressure test increases the pressure in a device until failure. The exact burst pressure point is recorded.