Wika
Pressure Switches and Transducers
Pressure-measurement technologies for industrial automation
In industrial automation systems, reliable pressure measurement and control are essential to ensure operational safety, production continuity and stable machine operation. Pressure switches and pressure transducers enable the monitoring of operating parameters, the management of control logic and the prevention of abnormal operating conditions.
Fluid System is an official Wika distributor, a global reference point in measuring instrumentation, for industrial automation applications requiring high precision, long-term reliability and direct integration with control and supervisory systems. Wika solutions are used not only in industrial automation, but also in hydraulics and process control, ensuring technological coherence and application versatility within complex systems.
Fluid System supports machine builders, system integrators and technical departments in selecting the most suitable solution, assessing operating conditions, integration requirements and the reliability required.
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This page is dedicated to the use of pressure switches and transducers in automated machines and automation systems. If you are looking for these instruments specifically for the process industry, go here.
Pressure Switches
Devices for pressure control and switching in industrial automation systems
Wika pressure switches are devices designed for pressure control and switching in industrial automation systems. They detect when a set threshold has been exceeded and activate electrical control, safety or alarm signals, making them essential for system protection and the correct operation of automated machines. Thanks to the availability of mechanical and electronic versions, Wika pressure switches are suitable for a wide variety of industrial applications, ensuring long-term reliability, switching accuracy and ease of integration into existing systems.
TECHNICAL FEATURES
Mechanical and electronic devices for pressure switching.
High switching-point reliability.
Wide availability of pressure ranges.
Simple adjustment and long-term stability.
Versions suitable for demanding industrial applications.
Compatibility with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Main applications
- Automated machines and production lines.
- Safety applications and protection of operating limits.
- Pressure-threshold control in machine cycles.
- Control and shutdown signal management under abnormal conditions.
Wika Pressure Switches available to order
PSM series (01 / 02 / 03)
Compact mechanical pressure switches for pressure control in industrial and OEM applications.
PSA-31 series
Electronic pressure switches with display and configurable outputs, for industrial applications and environments with hygienic or sanitary requirements.
PXS series
Mechanical stainless steel pressure switches for process applications and severe industrial environments, with high switching-point stability and SIL-2 / SIL-3 qualified versions.
PSD-4 / PSD-30 series
Electronic pressure switches with integrated sensor, display and configurable outputs, ideal for direct integration with PLCs and industrial automation systems.
Pressure Transducers
Sensors for the continuous measurement and monitoring of pressure in industrial applications
Wika pressure transducers are electronic sensors designed for the continuous and precise measurement of pressure in industrial automation systems. Unlike pressure switches, they provide an electrical signal proportional to the measured value, enabling constant monitoring of operating parameters and dynamic control of machine processes. Thanks to their high precision, long-term stability and compatibility with the main control systems, Wika transducers are well suited to applications requiring direct integration with PLCs, motion controllers and supervisory systems.
TECHNICAL FEATURES
Electronic sensors for continuous pressure measurement.
Output signal in analogue or digital form.
High measurement precision and repeatability.
Stable performance over time.
Direct integration with PLCs and supervisory systems.
Solutions also suitable for demanding industrial applications.
Main applications
- Applications with dynamic pressure control.
- System monitoring and diagnostics.
- Control of machine operating parameters.
- Plant monitoring and diagnostic systems.
- Control of machine operating parameters.
Wika Pressure Transducers available to order
A-10 series
Pressure transducers for standard industrial applications, appreciated for reliability, compactness and ease of integration.
S-20 series
Pressure sensors designed for more demanding industrial applications, with high requirements in terms of precision, robustness and long-term stability.
MH-3 series
Highly robust OEM pressure transducers, designed for mobile hydraulics applications and environments with heavy vibration, shocks and pressure spikes.
Each solution is selected and configured by assessing the pressure range, environmental conditions, the type of signal required and integration with the plant’s automation architecture.
Application codes and recurring configurations
When selecting or replacing Wika pressure switches for industrial automation, the code PSD-4, is frequently searched for, often also entered as PSD4. The code identifies an electronic pressure switch with integrated sensor and configurable outputs, used for direct pressure control in automation systems.
Why choose the Wika pressure switches and transducers offered by Fluid System
– Selection of high-technology Wika solutions.
– Specialised technical consultancy in selecting the most suitable instrumentation.
– Support for configuration according to the application and operating conditions.
– Operational reliability, production continuity and consistently high performance.
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FAQ — Wika Pressure Switches and Transducers
A pressure switch changes over a contact when a set threshold is reached, whereas a transducer provides a continuous signal proportional to the pressure value.
Yes. Wika transducers are designed for direct integration with PLCs and industrial supervisory systems.
Yes. Solutions suitable for system control and protection in critical industrial applications are available.
Yes. Many Wika solutions are used both in industrial automation and in hydraulic and process systems.
Yes. Fluid System supports customers in selecting, configuring and integrating the solution best suited to the application.
