Description

PR 5116B Programmable Transmitter 

The PR 5116B Programmable Transmitter is a versatile signal conditioning device designed for accurate measurement, conversion, and isolation of process signals in industrial environments. Manufactured by PR electronics, this programmable transmitter supports a wide range of input signals including RTD, thermocouple, voltage, current, resistance, and potentiometer inputs. The unit provides reliable signal conversion to standard analog outputs such as current or voltage, while offering galvanic isolation to ensure safe and stable operation in demanding applications. With universal AC/DC power supply and programmable configuration, the PR 5116B is ideal for process automation, temperature measurement, and signal interface tasks across industries such as oil & gas, manufacturing, power generation, and chemical processing.

Its compact DIN-rail design allows easy installation in control panels while maintaining high measurement accuracy and operational reliability.

Applications 

The PR 5116B programmable transmitter is widely used in industrial control and monitoring systems where reliable signal conversion and isolation are required.

Typical applications include:

  • Temperature measurement systems using RTD or thermocouple sensors for accurate process monitoring.

  • Signal conversion from resistance, voltage, or current inputs into standardized analog signals such as 0/4–20 mA or voltage outputs.

  • Process control systems utilizing relay outputs for alarms, switching functions, or automation logic.

  • Power supply and signal isolation for two-wire transmitters in industrial instrumentation loops.

  • Position or movement measurement through potentiometer inputs in valves, actuators, and mechanical systems.

  • Hazardous area installations requiring reliable signal conditioning with galvanic isolation.

Technical Characteristics

The PR 5116B transmitter offers advanced functionality and reliable performance for industrial signal conditioning.

Key Features

  • Universal input support: RTD, thermocouple, mV, Ohm, potentiometer, mA, and voltage inputs.

  • Output options including current, voltage, and two configurable relay outputs.

  • Universal AC/DC power supply for flexible installation.

  • 3-port galvanic isolation up to 3.75 kVAC for improved safety and signal integrity.

  • Programmable configuration with fast setup and calibration via front push-button or interface module.

  • LED indicators for operation status, relay activation, and fault indication.

  • Continuous monitoring of stored data for enhanced operational safety.

Datasheet PR5116b Programmable transmitter