6-channel fluid pressure switch for monitoring reservoir level pressure using 4-20 mA pressure sensors

The Maretron FPM100-01 is a six-channel fluid monitoring module designed to measure tank level pressure aboard vessels. It uses 4-20 mA pressure sensors to collect accurate fluid data.

The FPM100-01 is a 6-channel pressure switch, allowing it to monitor up to six different tanks simultaneously on your vessel.

The Maretron FPM100-01 is suitable for monitoring various types of fluids on board, such as fuel, fresh water, wastewater, oil, or gasoline, provided appropriate 4-20 mA sensors are used for each fluid type.

The FPM100-01 is designed to operate specifically with pressure sensors featuring a 4 to 20 mA current output. These sensors are typically used to measure fluid level or pressure.

Yes, the Maretron FPM100-01 is fully NMEA 2000 certified. This certification ensures reliable interoperability and direct integration into your vessel’s onboard network, enabling data display on compatible screens.

In addition to being NMEA 2000 certified, the FPM100-01 is tested and compliant with IEC 60945 for maritime navigation and radio communication equipment. This compliance confirms its robustness and reliability in the marine environment.

No, the Maretron FPM100-01 is the pressure switch module itself. The 4-20 mA pressure sensors required for each tank must be purchased separately, as they depend on the type of fluid and the size of the tank to be monitored.

The FPM100-01 connects to the vessel’s system via the NMEA 2000 network. It integrates directly into this network, allowing pressure data to be transmitted and displayed on any NMEA 2000-compatible display.

Yes, to view the pressure and tank level data collected by the FPM100-01, you will need an NMEA 2000-compatible display or an NMEA 2000 monitoring system capable of displaying this data.

No, the FPM100-01 is a fully NMEA 2000-certified device designed to integrate specifically into a NMEA 2000 network. It cannot operate autonomously or with non-NMEA 2000 systems without an appropriate converter (not included).

4-20 mA sensors connect to the dedicated inputs of the FPM100-01. Each sensor requires specific wiring to form a current loop, where the FPM100-01 measures the current to determine level or pressure. Consult the installation manual for detailed wiring diagrams.

The FPM100-01 is a "plug-and-play" module on an NMEA 2000 network. However, initial configuration may be required via an NMEA 2000-compatible display or software to assign each channel to a specific tank type (fuel, water, etc.) and calibrate the sensor measurement ranges.

The FPM100-01 transmits pressure and fluid level data from connected tanks over the NMEA 2000 network. This information is then available to be displayed on any NMEA 2000-compatible device on the network.

Although primarily designed for tank level monitoring, the FPM100-01 can potentially monitor the pressure of other marine systems that use 4-20 mA pressure sensors, such as hydraulic or cooling systems, provided the sensors and pressure ranges are appropriate.

Using 4-20 mA sensors provides several advantages, including high accuracy, strong immunity to electrical noise, and the ability to transmit signals over long distances without significant loss. It is a robust industrial standard for level and pressure measurement.

No, the FPM100-01 is a native NMEA 2000 device. It is not directly compatible with NMEA 0183 systems. To integrate the FPM100-01 data into an NMEA 0183 system, a protocol converter from NMEA 2000 to NMEA 0183 would be required (not included).