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Yokogawa AXG150-CGNF2BA 2AL212B-NNNNN/GRL/CH

Product Overview:
The Yokogawa AXG150-CGNF2BA 2AL212B-NNNNN/GRL/CH is a high-performance absolute pressure transmitter featuring a capillary remote seal system. The “CG” indicates gauge/absolute capability, “NF2” specifies the process connection and material, “BA” denotes the output signal type, and “2AL212B” defines the electrical and communication configuration. The “/GRL/CH” suffix indicates the communication protocol (HART) and regional certification (China).

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Technical Specifications:

  • Measurement Type: Absolute pressure
  • Pressure Range: 0 to 100 kPa (0 to 1 bar abs) — specific range determined by suffix configuration
  • Output Signal: 4–20 mA DC (2-wire) with HART 7 communication
  • Accuracy: ±0.04% of URL (Upper Range Limit)
  • Overpressure Protection: 4 times URL
  • Process Connection: 1/2-14 NPT (male) with capillary remote seal
  • Capillary Fill Fluid: Silicone oil (GRL specification)
  • Ambient Temperature Effect: ±0.02% of URL per 10°C
  • Static Pressure Effect: ±0.04% of URL per 10 MPa
  • Response Time: ≤ 100 ms (typical)
  • Power Supply: 12–45 V DC
  • Protection Rating: IP67 (with cable gland)
  • Certification: SIL 2 (IEC 61508), ATEX, IECEx, China Ex (Ex ia IIC T6 Ga)

Functional Features:

  • HART 7 protocol for digital communication and remote configuration
  • Zero and span adjustable via HART communicator or local buttons
  • Diagnostic alerts (sensor fault, overpressure, underrange)
  • Damping adjustable from 0.1 to 32 seconds
  • Low power consumption: typical 15 mA at 24 V DC

Performance Parameters:

  • Long-Term Stability: ±0.1% of URL per year
  • Operating Temperature: -40 to 125°C (transmitter head), -40 to 200°C (capillary)
  • Vibration Effect: ±0.05% of URL (10–550 Hz, 0.5g)
  • Electromagnetic Compatibility: IEC 61326-1 compliant

Material Composition:

  • Sensor diaphragm: 316L stainless steel
  • Capillary tube: 316L stainless steel
  • Fill fluid: High-purity silicone oil
  • Process connector: 316L stainless steel
  • Housing: Aluminum alloy with epoxy coating (Ex-rated version)
  • Electrical connector: PBT resin with nickel-plated contacts

Structural Features:

  • Compact head-mounted transmitter with capillary remote seal
  • Weatherproof junction box (IP67)
  • Terminal block with screw-clamp connections
  • LCD display optional (local indication variant)

Working Principle:
The AXG150 uses a piezoresistive silicon sensor. Absolute pressure is measured relative to a sealed vacuum reference chamber. The process pressure acts on the diaphragm through the capillary fill fluid. The strain gauges on the diaphragm produce a millivolt signal proportional to pressure. This signal is amplified, temperature-compensated, and converted to a 4–20 mA output. HART communication superimposes digital data on the analog signal.

Advantages & Highlights:

  • Absolute pressure measurement eliminates barometric compensation errors
  • Capillary remote seal allows installation in high-temperature or corrosive environments
  • SIL 2 certified for safety-critical applications
  • High long-term stability reduces recalibration frequency
  • HART communication enables remote diagnostics and configuration

Applicable Industries:

  • Oil and gas (wellhead, pipeline monitoring)
  • Chemical processing
  • Power generation (boiler, turbine monitoring)
  • Semiconductor manufacturing
  • Pharmaceutical (sterile process monitoring)
  • Meteorological stations

Installation Requirements:

  • Mount the transmitter at or below the process connection point to avoid gas trapping in the capillary
  • Ensure the capillary bend radius does not exceed 50 mm
  • Use appropriate cable glands rated for the hazardous area classification
  • Verify the fill fluid (silicone oil) is compatible with the process medium
  • Ground the transmitter housing to prevent electrical noise

Usage Precautions:

  • Do not exceed the specified overpressure limit (4× URL)
  • Do not subject the capillary to sharp bends or mechanical impact
  • Perform zero calibration after installation if the transmitter orientation differs from the calibration position
  • Replace the capillary assembly if visible damage or leakage is detected
  • Ensure the power supply voltage remains within 12–45 V DC at all times

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