EN 60382:1993
(Main)Analogue pneumatic signal for process control systems
Analogue pneumatic signal for process control systems
Applies to analogue pneumatic signals used in process control systems to transmit information between the elements of systems and gives definitions, units and the recommended value of the range of the analogue pneumatic signal.
Analoges Pneumatik-Signal für Prozeß-, Meß-, Steuer- und Regeleinrichtungen
Signal analogique pneumatique pour des systèmes de conduite de processus
S'applique aux signaux analogiques pneumatiques utilisés dans des systèmes de conduite de processus pour la transmission de données entre les éléments de systèmes et donne la terminologie, les unités et la valeur recommandée de l'étendue de signal analogique pneumatique.
Analogue pneumatic signal for process control systems (IEC 60382:1991)
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Aug-1993
- Withdrawal Date
- 31-Jul-1994
- Technical Committee
- CLC/TC 65X - Industrial-process measurement, control and automation
- Drafting Committee
- IEC/TC 65 - IEC_TC_65
- Parallel Committee
- IEC/TC 65 - IEC_TC_65
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Document made available - Publishing
- Start Date
- 31-Aug-1993
- Completion Date
- 31-Aug-1993
Overview
EN 60382:1993 (CLC) / IEC 60382:1991 specifies the analogue pneumatic signal used in industrial process measurement and control systems to transmit information between system elements. The standard defines terminology, units and recommended operating values for pneumatic signalling ranges and supply pressures. It applies to pneumatic controllers, pneumatic transmitters and pneumatic information transmission systems but does not cover pneumatic signals used entirely within a single element.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Signal definition: An analogue pneumatic signal is a continuously varying air pressure used to convey measured or control information between elements of a process control system.
- Standard signal range: The recommended nominal transmission range is 20 kPa – 100 kPa (gauge pressure).
- Operational note for actuators: Where a controller or current‑to‑pressure device is connected directly to a pneumatic actuator and external forces are significant, a wider output capability is advised (the standard notes a preferable device output range such as ≈5 kPa – 120 kPa) to ensure reliable positioning.
- Supply pressure limits: The document gives supply pressure limit values (expressed in kPa gauge) for the operation of pneumatic controllers, transmitters and related devices. These limits align with operating condition provisions in IEC 654‑2.
- Definitions: Includes key terms such as pneumatic information transmission system, current‑to‑pressure transducer, range, upper/lower limit, and supply pressure.
- Units: Pressure values are given in SI‑related units (pascal/kilopascal) with customary reference to the bar where appropriate.
Applications and users
EN 60382 is practical for:
- Instrumentation and control engineers specifying or commissioning pneumatic control loops.
- Manufacturers of pneumatic controllers, pneumatic transmitters, current‑to‑pressure transducers, valve positioners and pneumatic actuators.
- System integrators and plant designers implementing pneumatic signal transmission between field devices and controllers.
- Maintenance and reliability teams ensuring compatibility of replacement components and correct supply pressure settings.
- Standards and compliance professionals ensuring equipment meets accepted European/IEC practice.
Typical use cases: transmitter-to-controller links, current-to-pressure conversion for actuator control, and standardized interfacing of pneumatic control elements across process plants.
Related standards
- IEC 654‑2:1979 - Operating conditions for industrial‑process measurement and control equipment (Power, referenced for supply limits).
- ISO 1000:1981 - SI units and recommendations for unit usage.
Keywords: analogue pneumatic signal, process control systems, pneumatic transmitters, pneumatic controllers, current-to-pressure transducer, supply pressure, 20–100 kPa, EN 60382, IEC 60382.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 60382:1993 is a standard published by CLC. Its full title is "Analogue pneumatic signal for process control systems". This standard covers: Applies to analogue pneumatic signals used in process control systems to transmit information between the elements of systems and gives definitions, units and the recommended value of the range of the analogue pneumatic signal.
Applies to analogue pneumatic signals used in process control systems to transmit information between the elements of systems and gives definitions, units and the recommended value of the range of the analogue pneumatic signal.
EN 60382:1993 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 25.040.40 - Industrial process measurement and control. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-november-1998
Analogue pneumatic signal for process control systems (IEC 60382:1991)
Analogue pneumatic signal for process control systems
Analoges Pneumatik-Signal für Prozeß-, Meß-, Steuer- und Regeleinrichtungen
Signal analogique pneumatique pour des systèmes de conduite de processus
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 60382:1993
ICS:
25.040.40 Merjenje in krmiljenje Industrial process
industrijskih postopkov measurement and control
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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Signal analogique pneumatique pour
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ANALOGUE PNEUMATIC SIGNAL
FOR PROCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS
FOREWORD
1)
The formal decisions or agreements of the IEC on technical matters, prepared by Technical Committees on
which all the National Committees having a special interest therein are represented, express, as nearly as
possible, an international consensus of opinion on the subjects dealt with.
2)
They have the form of recommendations for international use and they are accepted by the National
Committees in that sense.
3)
In order to promote international unification, the IEC expresses the wish that all National Committees
should adopt the text of the IEC recommendation for their national rules in so far as national conditions will
permit. Any divergence between the IEC recommendation and the corresponding national rules should, as
far as possible, be clearly indicated in the latter.
This International Standard has been prepared by Sub-Committee 65A: System aspects,
of IEC Technical Committee No. 65: Industrial-process measurement and control.
This second edition of IEC 382 replaces the first edition published in 1971.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
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ANALOGUE PNEUMATIC SIGNAL
FOR PROCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS
1 General
1.1
Scope and object
This International Standard specifies the analogue pneumatic signal used in industrial-
process measurement and control systems to transmit information between the elements
of such systems.
It is applicable to:
a) pneumatic controllers;
b) pneumatic transmitters and information transmission systems.
This standard does not apply to analogue pneumatic signals used entirely within an
element.
The object of this standard is to establish:
a) a
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