The Rosemount 3051S High Static DP Transmitter is a specialized member of Emerson's Rosemount 3051S pressure instrumentation family. It is designed for applications where high static line pressure places additional demands on the differential pressure measurement system.
Its SuperModule™ platform is engineered to resist overpressure and line-pressure effects while maintaining measurement stability. The transmitter supports differential pressure and temperature measurements and offers multiple communication options, making it suitable for high-pressure industrial processes where measurement reliability and long-term performance are essential.
Key Features
- High static pressure capability up to 15,000 psi (1,034 bar)
- SuperModule™ technology designed for demanding high-pressure environments
- Differential pressure and temperature measurement in a single transmitter
- All-welded, hermetic sensor construction to resist overpressure and line-pressure effects
- 0.055% accuracy under specified performance conditions
- 10-year stability for dependable long-term measurement
- Compact Coplanar™ platform that can reduce installation weight by up to 60% compared with referenced high-pressure transmitters
- Coned-and-threaded direct connection for high-static-pressure service
- Advanced diagnostics covering process, transmitter, and host-system conditions
- Multiple communication options: 4–20 mA HART®, WirelessHART®, and FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus, depending on configuration
- SIL 2/3 certification under IEC 61508 for specified safety-related installations
Suitable Applications
- High-pressure oil and gas production
- Wellhead and production process monitoring
- High-static-pressure process lines
- Refining and petrochemical operations
- Chemical processing
- Differential pressure monitoring
- High-pressure flow measurement systems
- Industrial process control
- Safety-related measurement applications with suitable certified configurations
Technical Highlights & Selection Considerations
- Static pressure rating: Designed for static line pressures up to 15,000 psi (1,034 bar). Confirm the exact model's allowable pressure and connection rating before ordering.
- Measurement variables: Supports differential pressure and temperature measurement. Verify the required output variables for the selected configuration.
- Accuracy: Emerson specifies 0.055% accuracy under stated performance conditions. Actual performance depends on the selected model and operating conditions.
- Process connection: Uses a coned-and-threaded direct connection designed for high-static-pressure service. Confirm connection dimensions and compatibility with the process installation.
- Communication protocol: Choose from supported 4–20 mA HART®, WirelessHART®, or FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus configurations according to control-system requirements.
- Long-term stability: Emerson specifies 10-year stability for this transmitter platform.
- Installation: The compact Coplanar™ design helps reduce installation weight. Check mounting requirements and compatible accessories for the intended installation.
- Diagnostics: Advanced diagnostics help identify process abnormalities and transmitter or electrical-loop issues. Specific functions depend on the selected configuration.
- Safety certification: SIL 2/3 certification under IEC 61508 is available for applicable configurations. Verify certification details and suitability for the intended safety instrumented function.
- Operating conditions: Confirm process temperature, wetted materials, pressure range, and environmental approvals against the current manufacturer documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the Rosemount 3051S High Static DP Transmitter used for?
It measures differential pressure in industrial systems exposed to very high static line pressure, including demanding oil and gas production and other high-pressure process applications.
Q2: What is its maximum static pressure capability?
The product is designed to withstand static line pressures up to 15,000 psi (1,034 bar). Confirm the allowable rating for the specific model and process connection.
Q3: What is the benefit of SuperModule™ technology?
The all-welded, hermetic SuperModule™ design helps resist overpressure and line-pressure effects while supporting reliable measurement performance in harsh environments.
Q4: Which communication protocols are available?
Depending on the selected configuration, the transmitter supports 4–20 mA HART®, WirelessHART®, and FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus.
Q5: Is the Rosemount 3051S suitable for safety-related applications?
Specified configurations are SIL 2/3 certified under IEC 61508. Suitability must be assessed against the complete safety instrumented function and the applicable certification documentation.
Q6: What should I confirm before purchasing?
Check the static and differential pressure requirements, process connection, communication protocol, wetted materials, operating temperature, diagnostic needs, and required safety or hazardous-area approvals.
