The Rosemount 3051 Pressure Transmitter is an established industrial measurement solution for monitoring pressure across demanding process environments. Depending on the selected configuration, it can measure differential, gauge and absolute pressure, while also supporting flow and level measurement applications.
Its combination of measurement accuracy, long-term stability, diagnostic capabilities and communication flexibility makes it suitable for a wide range of process instrumentation requirements. With options such as Bluetooth®, HART®, WirelessHART®, FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus and PROFIBUS®, the transmitter can be integrated into different industrial control and monitoring systems.
A pressure transmitter measures pressure within a process and converts the measurement into a signal that can be used by control and monitoring systems.
The Rosemount 3051 extends this function with flexible configurations, digital communication, diagnostics and field-access capabilities for industrial applications.
The sensing element detects pressure changes from the connected process.
Internal electronics process the sensor output and prepare the measurement for transmission.
The measured value is transmitted to connected control, monitoring or asset-management systems.
Available diagnostics provide additional information about selected device and process conditions.
Selected configurations provide up to 0.04% reference accuracy for demanding pressure measurement requirements.
Wide rangedown provides flexibility when measurement requirements vary across the process.
Selected configurations are designed to provide up to 10 years of stability.
Wireless connectivity allows convenient access to device information and configuration functions.
The local display provides clear visibility of process measurements and transmitter information.
Diagnostic capabilities help provide additional insight into process and device conditions.
Multiple communication options allow the transmitter to suit different industrial control architectures.
Measures the difference between two process pressure points for monitoring, control, flow and level applications.
Measures process pressure relative to atmospheric pressure.
Measures pressure against an absolute vacuum reference.
Suitable configurations can support differential-pressure-based flow measurement.
Pressure-based configurations can support level measurement in suitable process vessels and systems.
Helps identify potential impulse-line blockage that could affect pressure measurement.
Provides information about electrical loop conditions that may influence signal performance.
Helps highlight selected process or device conditions that require attention.
Provides additional information that can assist with troubleshooting and maintenance activities.
Provides a widely used communication interface for industrial measurement and control systems.
Selected configurations can support wireless communication within suitable plant architectures.
Available configurations can support digital fieldbus-based instrumentation systems.
Selected configurations provide compatibility with PROFIBUS® industrial communication networks.
Provides convenient wireless access for configuration and device interaction.
The Coplanar platform provides a flexible mounting approach for suitable pressure measurement installations.
Different configurations allow the transmitter to be matched to measurement type, range and process requirements.
A graphical backlit display provides convenient access to process and device information.
Selected configurations are available with SIL 2/3 certification options for applicable safety-related applications.
Specification | Details |
Product Type | Pressure Transmitter |
Measurement Types | Differential, Gauge & Absolute |
Reference Accuracy | Up to 0.04% |
Rangedown | Up to 150:1 |
Stability | Up to 10 years |
Communication | 4–20 mA HART® |
Wireless Communication | WirelessHART® options |
Digital Communication | FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus & PROFIBUS® options |
Wireless Connectivity | Bluetooth® |
Display | Graphical Backlit Display |
Diagnostics | Loop Integrity, Plugged Impulse Line & Process Alerts |
Applications | Pressure, Flow & Level |
Safety Options | SIL 2/3 configurations |
Mounting | Coplanar™ and configuration-dependent options |
Pressure Range | Configuration dependent |
Specifications may vary according to the selected model and configuration.
Supports pressure measurement across production, processing and pipeline operations.
Suitable for monitoring pressure and process conditions in chemical manufacturing systems.
Supports pressure, flow and level measurement across power generation processes.
Helps monitor pressure and process conditions in treatment and distribution systems.
Suitable for selected process and utility measurement applications.
Supports pressure monitoring across automated production and processing operations.
Helps monitor pressure conditions across pumps, pipelines and connected equipment.
Suitable configurations can support differential-pressure-based flow measurement systems.
Multiple measurement types and configurations help accommodate different process requirements.
Communication choices allow integration with different plant control and instrumentation systems.
Diagnostic functions provide additional information to support monitoring and troubleshooting.
Bluetooth® connectivity and the graphical display can simplify device interaction.
Extended stability specifications support applications requiring consistent measurement over time.
Determine whether the application requires differential, gauge or absolute pressure measurement.
Consider normal and maximum process pressure before selecting the appropriate measurement range.
Evaluate process temperature, media compatibility, vibration and environmental conditions.
Select the communication protocol required by the existing control or monitoring system.
Identify which diagnostic capabilities are relevant to the process and maintenance strategy.
Confirm the required connection, materials and installation arrangement before ordering.
Choose an installation point that suits the process and environmental conditions.
Proper impulse-line routing can help reduce measurement problems and maintenance requirements.
Evaluate temperature variations and vibration at the proposed installation location.
Position the transmitter where technicians can inspect and configure the device when required.
Installation and commissioning should follow the applicable product documentation and site procedures.
Review available diagnostic messages when unexpected measurements or alerts occur.
Check for potential blockage when abnormal pressure readings or diagnostic indications appear.
Review measurement range, output settings and relevant parameters during troubleshooting.
Inspect wiring and loop conditions when signal-related problems are suspected.
Follow the appropriate testing and calibration procedures based on the application and maintenance plan.
The Rosemount 3051 is well suited to applications requiring dependable pressure measurement together with flexible communication, diagnostic capabilities and multiple measurement configurations.
It can be considered for new installations, process upgrades and suitable replacement projects across a variety of industrial environments.
Before selecting a specific configuration, evaluate the measurement type, pressure range, process conditions, process connection, communication requirements and diagnostic needs.
It is an industrial transmitter designed for pressure, flow and level measurement applications.
Selected configurations provide up to 0.04% reference accuracy.
Selected configurations offer up to 150:1 rangedown.
Yes, selected configurations provide Bluetooth® connectivity for device access and configuration.
Depending on configuration, options include HART®, WirelessHART®, FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus and PROFIBUS®.
Yes, suitable configurations are available for differential pressure measurement.
Yes, selected configurations can support differential-pressure-based flow measurement.
Yes, suitable configurations can support pressure-based level measurement.
Available capabilities include Loop Integrity, Plugged Impulse Line detection and process alerts.
Yes, selected configurations are available with a graphical backlit display.
It can be used across oil & gas, chemical processing, power, water, pharmaceutical and process manufacturing applications.
The Rosemount 3051 combines dependable measurement, flexible communication and diagnostic capabilities for demanding industrial applications.
