World-leaders in gas measurement and control solutions, Chell Instruments, have launched their smallest digital pressure scanner to date, the picoDAQ.

Measuring just 83.4mm by 14.8mm by 9.6mm, the tiny dimensions of the picoDAQ make it ideal for high-accuracy pressure testing in applications where space is limited but precision remains critical.

“Even the slightest variation in pressure can impact performance – meaning every part, place and condition must be measured with absolute accuracy. To give our customers even greater versatility, we are proud to introduce our smallest pressure scanner yet, built to fit into even the most confined testing environment!” says Jamie Shanahan, Director of Chell Instruments.

Despite its ultra-compact size, the picoDAQ doesn’t compromise on its measurement capabilities, delivering up to 0.03% FS accuracy output.

As a fully configurable smart pressure scanner, the new device can output pressure data in engineering units over Ethernet and CAN, using both CAN-FD and ‘classic’ CAN.

The picoDAQ makes use of 17 absolute transducers which are thermally compensated and conditioned to provide 16 absolute or differential measurements relative to the one reference port.

Due to its rugged outer casing and components that are sealed to IP67, the picoDAQ is especially valuable within automotive and aerospace testing.

“From wind tunnel to on-track or in-flight testing, our pressure scanners are vital tools in the design, development and validation of aerodynamics in vehicle and aircraft testing. Given these sectors’ need for accuracy and continual improvements in speed and performance, we are confident the picoDAQ will give our automotive and motorsport clients new ways of enhancing aerodynamics” adds Jamie.

North Walsham-based Chell Instruments have been providing pressure, vacuum and gas flow measurement equipment since 1976.

With their specialist technology supporting key sectors, including aerospace, pharmaceuticals, energy and motorsport, Chell Instruments regularly enhance their product range with new innovations.

“At Chell Instruments, we never stand still and this is reflected in how we consistently introduce new innovations to satisfy more test applications. With the picoDAQ joining our range, we are giving customers even more opportunity for multi-point pressure scanning in the tightest and most demanding applications” concludes Jamie.

For more information on the new picoDAQ, visit www.chell.co.uk