PRESSURE (P1)/VACUUM (P2) SIDE IDENTIFICATION TABLE
Freescale designates the two sides of the pressure sensor
Pressure (P1)
Side Identifier
as the Pressure (P1) side and the Vacuum (P2) side. The
Pressure (P1) side is the side containing fluoro silicone gel
which protects the die from harsh media. The Freescale MPX
pressure sensor is designed to operate with positive
differential pressure applied, P1 > P2.
Part Number
Case Type
MPX5500D
867
Stainless Steel Cap
MPX5500DP
867C
Side with Part Marking
The Pressure (P1) side may be identified by using the
table below:
MPX5500
Sensors
Freescale Semiconductor
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