3051HT Sanitary Pressure Transmitter Hygienic Solution for Food, Beverage and Pharmaceutical Applications

Rosemount 3051HT Sanitary Pressure Transmitter Hygienic Solution for Food, Beverage and Pharmaceutical Applications

Product Introduction

The Rosemount 3051HT Sanitary Pressure Transmitter is a high‑performance solution designed specifically for hygienic applications in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Built with a polished stainless‑steel housing and Tri‑Clamp hygienic connections, it ensures easy cleaning and reliable integration into sanitary processes. Certified to 3‑A, EHEDG, and ASME‑BPE standards, the 3051HT delivers exceptional accuracy, long‑term stability, and full compatibility with CIP/SIP procedures. Its robust design and advanced measurement technology provide precise pressure monitoring, helping manufacturers maintain product quality, process safety, and regulatory compliance.

Key Features – 3051HT Sanitary Pressure Transmitter

• Hygienic Design: Polished stainless‑steel wetted surfaces (32 μ‑in. Ra mechanically polished, 15 μ‑in. Ra electropolished) with no voids or crevices for easy cleaning and sterilization.
• Sanitary Certifications: Complies with 3‑A, EHEDG, and ASME‑BPE standards for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical applications.
• Tri‑Clamp Connections: Industry‑standard hygienic fittings for simple installation without special mounting hardware.
• CIP/SIP Ready: Designed to withstand Clean‑in‑Place (CIP) and Steam‑in‑Place (SIP) processes, ensuring batch‑to‑batch repeatability and reduced downtime.
• High Accuracy & Stability: Reference accuracy up to ±0.065% of span with seven‑year stability, reducing calibration frequency and maintenance costs.
• Robust Performance: Proven Rosemount sensor and electronics technology for reliable operation in demanding sanitary environments.
• Flexible Outputs: Supports 4–20 mA/HART®, PROFIBUS® PA, and FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus for easy integration with control systems.
• Operational Efficiency: Advanced diagnostics, predictive maintenance, and QR‑code asset tagging for faster setup, compliance, and troubleshooting.

Typical Applications

• Food & Beverage Industry
• Dairy processing (milk, yogurt, cheese)
• Brewing and beverage production (beer, soft drinks, juices)
• Sugar, starch, and edible oil processing
• Bottling and filling lines requiring hygienic pressure monitoring

• Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology
• Fermentation vessels and bioreactors
• Sterile water and WFI (Water for Injection) systems
• Clean steam distribution
• Critical batch processes requiring CIP/SIP compliance

• Life Sciences & Cosmetics
• Hygienic pressure monitoring in personal care and cosmetic production
• Processes where contamination control and regulatory compliance are essential

• General Sanitary Applications
• Any process requiring Tri‑Clamp hygienic connections
• Systems that undergo frequent CIP (Clean‑in‑Place) and SIP (Steam‑in‑Place) cycles
• Applications demanding 3‑A, EHEDG, ASME‑BPE certified equipment

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the Rosemount 3051HT Sanitary Pressure Transmitter used for?

A1: It is designed for hygienic pressure measurement in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and biotech processes where cleanliness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance are critical.

Q2: What makes the 3051HT “sanitary”?

A2: The transmitter features Tri‑Clamp hygienic connections, polished stainless‑steel wetted parts, and compliance with 3‑A, EHEDG, and ASME‑BPE standards, ensuring it meets strict sanitary requirements.

Q3: Can the 3051HT withstand CIP/SIP cleaning?

A3: Yes. It is fully CIP (Clean‑in‑Place) and SIP (Steam‑in‑Place) ready, designed to handle frequent sterilization cycles without compromising performance.

Q4: What is the accuracy of the 3051HT?

A4: It delivers reference accuracy up to ±0.065% of span with long‑term stability of up to 7 years, reducing calibration frequency.

Q5: What process connections are available?

A5: The 3051HT is offered with Tri‑Clamp fittings in multiple sizes, making it easy to integrate into sanitary piping systems.

Q6: What communication protocols are supported?

A6: It supports 4–20 mA/HART®, PROFIBUS® PA, and FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus, ensuring compatibility with most control systems.

Q7: How does it differ from other Rosemount 3051 models?

A7: Unlike the general‑purpose 3051C/T or the high‑performance 3051S, the 3051HT is the only sanitary/hygienic model in the 3051 family, purpose‑built for regulated clean processes.

Q8: What industries benefit most from the 3051HT?

A8: It is ideal for dairy, brewing, beverage bottling, pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotechnology, and cosmetics—anywhere hygienic design and regulatory compliance are required.