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ISA-S20-1981 Pressure Instrument Guidelines

This document provides instructions for filling out ISA forms S20.40a and S20.40b for pressure instruments. The instructions explain what information to include in each line item of the form, such as the instrument's nominal size, enclosure class, electrical power requirements, chart specifications, pressure measurement details, and other technical specifications. The purpose is to collect all relevant details about pressure instruments in a standardized format using these forms.

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ISA-S20-1981 Pressure Instrument Guidelines

This document provides instructions for filling out ISA forms S20.40a and S20.40b for pressure instruments. The instructions explain what information to include in each line item of the form, such as the instrument's nominal size, enclosure class, electrical power requirements, chart specifications, pressure measurement details, and other technical specifications. The purpose is to collect all relevant details about pressure instruments in a standardized format using these forms.

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68 ISA-S20-1981

ISA-S20-1981 69
20 Pressure instruments

Instructions for ISA Forms S20.40a and 20.40b


1) To be used for a single item. Use secondary sheet for multiple listing.
2) Check as many as apply.
3) Nominal size refers to approximate front of case dimensions; width x height.
4) Yoke refers to a bracket designed for mounting the instrument on a pipe stand.
5) Enclosure class refers to composite instrument. If electrical contacts are in the case, they
must meet this classification inherently or by reason of the enclosure. Use NEMA
identification or ISA identification per RP8.1.
6) Specify electrical power to the entire instrument from an external source.
7) Specify chart size, range and number if applicable.
8) Chart drive mechanism assumed to be synchronous motor operating in 117V 60 Hz and
suitable for ENCLOSURE CLASS specified on line 5. If the chart drive is pneumatic so state
— identify pneumatic pulser under options. Note deviations from standard (MFR) under
notes, i.e., dual speed or special speeds.
9) The scale type may be SEGMENTAL, VERTICAL, HORIZONTAL, DIAL (CIRCULAR) or other.
Ranges 1, 2, 3 and 4 are used for multiple inputs. The first listed (No. 1) is assumed to be
the controller input, if a controller is used.
10) Specify transmitter output if applicable.
11) See explanation of terminology given on specification sheet. For further definition refer to
American National Standard C85.1-1963, "Terminology for Automatic Control." Specific
ranges of control modes can be listed after "OTHER" if required.
12) For multiple items specify on second sheet.
13) If standard auto-manual switching is not known or not adequate, specify particular
requirements, such as BUMPLESS, PROCEDURELESS, 4-POSITION, or as required.
14) Remote set point adjustment assumes full adjustment range. Specify limits if required.
15) Specify if applicable.
16) Specify if applicable.
17) Specify pressure measurement application.
18) Specify type of pressure element.
19) Specify material of element.
20) If range is adjustable, specify range of adjustment and initial range setting.
21) Specify normal and maximum pressure.

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22) Specify process connection size. If a diaphragm seal is used, connection is specified in line
26.
23) Form may be SPST, SPDT, DPDT, or other. Rating refers to electrical rating of switch or
contacts in amps.
24) Specify if alarm is actuated by measured variable or by deviation from controller set point.
Give contact action if single throw form.
25) Specify required accessories.
27) Use these lines to specify other options and accessories.
28) Fill in after selection is made.

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