SENSORS

Delphi Differential Pressure Sensor

The Delphi Differential Pressure Sensor, or "Delta P Sensor,"
provides a voltage output to an engine management system
proportional to the differential pressure (∆ p) between two
sources. The sensor is designed primarily for use in diesel engine
applications to help enable regeneration of the system's
particulate filter, or soot trap.

Since a diesel engine produces a greater volume of particulate

matter than a gasoline engine, it typically requires a trap (filter) to
minimize particulate exhaust emissions. As matter produced by
combustion accumulates in the particulate trap, the pressure
differential across the trap increases. The Delphi Differential
Pressure Sensor precisely measures the status of the matter
blockage in the particulate trap and provides input to the engine
management system to initiate regeneration, or a burn-off of the
excess particulates in the trap. This process enables the diesel
engine management system to maintain the required limit of
particulate matter emissions.
Delphi Differential Pressure Sensors
Benefits

y Mounting flexibility and small size enhances system packaging requirements

y All silicon solid state technology for durability and reliability
y Temperature compensated
y Electro magnetic interference (EMI) protected
y Meets OBD II requirements for diagnostic bands

Typical Applications

The Delphi Differential Pressure Sensor is designed for a range of light duty diesel automotive and heavy
duty diesel commercial vehicle applications. It is also suitable for other diesel systems in which filter
regeneration is required, including stationary power generator applications, and solid oxide fuel cells.

Availability

Engineering samples will be available to qualified manufacturers in early 2011. Contact Delphi for
further information.

Performance Data
Differential pressure range 0 to 20 kPa
0 to 50 kPa
0 to 100 kPa
Output signal 0.5 to 4.5 VDC
Measurement accuracy +/-1.5%
Supply voltage 5.0 VDC, +/- 0.1 VDC
Supply current <10 mA
Output impedance <50 Ω
Temperature range -40° C to 125° C

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Performance Advantages

The Delphi Differential Pressure Sensor offers manufacturers proven silicon sensing technology and
excellent reliability. It is designed for electromagnetic compatibility and a range of media requirements. The
sensor is validated for a 15 year, 250,000 mile (400,000 kilometer) life.

Delphi's patented Differential Pressure Sensor features cost-effective, cutting-edge sensing technology that
provides high quality and customer satisfaction. It can be tailored to meet specific customer requirements.

The Delphi Advantage

Delphi has one of the industry's most complete portfolios of sensors and a thorough understanding of
systems integration. Delphi offers global manufacturing capabilities for sensors and the benefits of more
than 30 years' experience in powertrain sensors research and production. Delphi can provide
manufacturers with the necessary support and high quality, high value products tailored to specific
customer requirements.

As a global leader in engine management systems technology, Delphi can help manufacturers around the
world meet emissions requirements, improve fuel economy and enhance performance. Delphi is a source
for high value solutions and our systems expertise is built into every product. Delphi's flexible engineering
approach encourages collaboration. And, Delphi has a thorough understanding of automotive markets
around the world and a global network of resources.

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