Providing Innovative Solutions
With more than 6 decades of commitment to helping customers, Dynisco provides the tools and services for the polymer industry allowing customers a “window into the process”.
Today’s customers require accurate information that will allow them to validate and if necessary adjust their process ensuring the products they make meet or exceed their specifications. The information Dynisco provides allows our customers to keep their process consistent regardless of their global locations.
Dynisco’s diverse portfolio of sensing and polymer test equipment delivers some of the most accurate information available in the market for the measurement of polymer rheology, pressure, and temperature.
Dynisco provides our customers the ability to correlate the data derived from pilot to laboratory environments with online production, 24 hours a day. This data allows for immediate response and adjustment to critical parameters ensuring any variations are promptly corrected to guarantee quality while maximizing their output.
Dynisco History
Known worldwide for leading-edge pressure and temperature measurement and control products for the plastics extrusion industry, Dynisco has been developing innovative, high-quality solutions for plastics extrusion processing for 60 years built on the expertise of an engineering staff that averages 15-20 years experience. Dynisco sensors, controls, and analytical instruments have proven to offer better control, reduced downtime, minimum scrap, and unmatched reliability and working life. Our dedication and ability to collaborate with you to help you measure, analyze and outfit extrusion control systems that fit your exact needs are unmatched. From breakthrough technology in the industry’s most complete line of sensors to renowned quality and performance in indicators, controls, and analytical instruments.
Dynisco Sensors Designed specifically for the rugged environment of the plastic industry, Dynisco has developed some of the most innovative measurement solutions for plastic extrusion, molding and process control applications. Manufacturing a wide range of robust mV/V, mA, VDC and HART-compatible melt pressure sensors, through engineering excellence built on expertise and experience.
Dynisco Analytical Instruments Process quality begins with the material being used. Dynisco's analytical instruments allow the processor to verify material specifications and optimize process conditions. These instruments include melt flow
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indexers, capillary rheometers, and small laboratory mixing extrusion systems. Dynisco also offers the most comprehensive and accurate line of online rheometers available in the market today.
Dynisco offers a full range of global service and technical support for our complete line. Dozens of highly skilled, technical support personnel are stationed internationally to provide:
- Expert consultation
- Custom design solutions
- On-site equipment diagnostics and trouble-shooting
- Transducer repair and maintenance ∙ Installation services
- Operator training for equipment ∙
- System repairs, replacement parts, preventive maintenance and more
Customers around the world have come to depend on Dynisco for product innovation and advanced system solutions that have a significant impact on their manufacturing process efficiencies.
PT4195 (Oil) 0-5 Vdc
PT4195 sensors provide a standard 0-5Vdc output signal designed to work with DCS and PLC.
It is a sensor with ± 0.5% accuracy ideal for the food or pharmaceutical industry, requiring easy installation, repeatability and reliability. It is filled with mineral oil that meets the requirements of both the USDA and the FDA.
Adjustable zero and span
The cartridge meets FDA and USDA requirements
Accuracy better than ± 0.5%
Stainless steel construction and wetted parts Coated with Dymax®
Output signal 0-5 Vdc
Internal calibration 80%





PT4194 (Oil) 4-20mA
PT4194 Sensors provide an industry standard 4-20 mA amplified signal designed to work with DCS and PLC.
It is a sensor with ± 0.5% accuracy ideal for the food or pharmaceutical industry requiring easy installation, repeatability and reliability. It is filled with mineral oil that meets the requirements of FDA 21 CFR 178.3620, 21 CFR 172.878 and 21 CFR 573.680.
Auto-Zero function
The cartridge meets FDA requirements
Scanning accuracy 0.5%
Output signal 4-20 mA
No calibration required
Ideal for medical and pharmaceutical applications
Excellent abrasion resistance
Auto-Zero






PT418 | PT419 | TPT419 (Oil)
PT418 - Sensor with rigid stem
PT419 - Sensor with rigid stem and flexible stem
TPT419 - Combined sensor with rigid stem, flexible stem and built-in temperature sensor
Model PT418 | PT419 | TPT419 Better than ±0.5% accuracy uses mineral oil as a filler, which meets the requirements of the FDA and USDA and at the same time allows accurate pressure sensing in processes where it is not possible to use mercury fillings. These models are ideal for medical and food or packaging applications.
Output signal 3.33 mV/V
Accuracy better than 0.5%
Special fill material
Meets the requirements of the FDA and USDA
Power supply 10-12 Vdc
Units - PSI
6 Pin connector
Shunt calibration






PT415D (NaK)
PT415D - Washable sensor with rigid stem and NaK filling.
The PT415D pressure transmitter with accuracy of better than ±0.5% is the ideal choice for food and medical applications that require high accuracy and easy maintenance. It is a washable sensor with insulated wiring type 1/2-14 NPT or an optional 6-pin hermetically insulated bendix connector. PT 415D contains a high temperature fill (NaK, sodium potassium) and an Inconel membrane. Meets FDA and USDA hygiene regulations and requirements.
Output signal 3.33mV/V
Accuracy better than 0.5%
Washable construction
FDA Certification - (GRAS) for food and pharmaceutical applications
Power supply 10-12 Vdc
Units - PSI
Shunt calibration
Optional 6-pin connector






PT410 | PT412 | TPT412 (NaK)
PT410 - Sensor with rigid stem
PT412 - Sensor with rigid stem and flexible stem
TPT412 - Combined sensor with rigid stem, flexible stem and built-in temperature sensor
The PT 41x series is a sensor with ±0.25% accuracy, which is ideal for food or medical applications. Its alternative filling (NaK), which replaces mercury.
Accuracy ±0.25%
Applicability to 538°C
NaK fill
Inconel membrane
3.33 mV/V output signal






PT467E
PT467E - Sensor with flexible and exposed capillary
The PT467E models have been designed for applications where installation space is extremely limited. The exposed part of the capillary allows a bend with a small radius of 3 mm. The specially developed design of the sensor tip facilitates the installation of the sensor in very cramped and confined spaces, where it is not possible to install a standard sensor with a fixed rod or flexible capillary.
0 - 30,000 PSI
Output signal 3.33 mV / V
Accuracy ±0.5%
Power supply 10-12 Vdc
Units - PSI
6 Pin connector
Shunt calibration
Excellent thermal stability and repeatability
Exposed, bendable capillar






PT435A
PT435A - Sensor with flexible and exposed capillary
The PT435A series model have been designed for applications where installation space is extremely limited. The exposed part of the capillary allows a bend with a small radius of 3 mm. The specially developed design of the sensor tip facilitates the installation of the sensor in very cramped and confined spaces, where it is not possible to install a standard sensor with a fixed rod or flexible capillary.
0 - 30,000 PSI
Output signal 3.33 mV / V
Accuracy ±0.25%
Power supply 10-12 Vdc
Units - PSI
8 Pin connector
Shunt calibration
Excellent thermal stability and repeatability
Exposed, bendable capillar






MDA 410 | 412 | TDA 412 (NaK)
MDA 410 - Sensor with rigid stem
MDA 412 - Sensor with rigid stem and flexible stem
TDA 412 - Combined sensor with rigid stem, flexible stem and built-in temperature sensor
Mercury-free sensors with 10-12 Vdc power supply. They meet the most stringent conditions controlled by the FDA - the Food and Drug Administration and the USDA. The membrane is made of Inconel 718. The length of the rigid rod and flexible capillary can be made and adjusted to the required size.
0 - 35 bar to 0 - 700 bar
Mercury-free sensor
Output signal 3.33 mV/V
6 Pin connector
Accuracy ±0.25%
Use up to 540°C
Shunt calibration




MDA 467
MDA467 - Sensor with flexible and exposed capillary
The sensors of this MDA467 series have a flexible capillary with an exposed mounting tip, which is used in an area where it is not possible to install a standard sensor with a flexible capillary and a rigid stem. Individual models have different accuracy. Model 467 has an accuracy of 1.00% of the pressure range. Power supply with 10-12 V DC and membrane made of 15-5 PH material and coated with DyMAX layer. The length of the flexible capillary can be optionally configured.
Output signal 3.33 mV/V
Accuracy better than 1.00%
Power supply 10-12 Vdc
6 Pin connector
Shunt calibration





MDA 435
MDA435 - Sensor with flexible and exposed capillary
The sensors of this series MDA435 have a flexible capillary with an exposed mounting tip, which is used in an area where it is not possible to install a standard sensor with a flexible capillary and a rigid stem. Individual models have different accuracy. Model 435 has an accuracy of 0.50% of the pressure range. Power supply with 10-12 V DC and membrane made of 15-5 PH material and coated with DyMAX layer. The length of the flexible capillary can be optionally configured.
Output signal 3.33 mV/V
Accuracy better than 0.50%
Power supply 10-12 Vdc
6 Pin connector
Shunt calibration





ECHO Series
Trusted for Quality, Reliability and Accurate Performance at an Affordable Price
Dynisco's Echo™ Series of melt pressure sensors offer quality performance and value for plastic processing utilizing standard configurations and pressure ranges. Echo sensors are designed to meet customer requirements by providing a combination of economic value and performance for general extrusion applications while providing a ±0.2% repeatability when measuring process pressures. Use Echo Series sensors when the application requires a quality measurement for optimized control, but not the costs of all the extra features.
2 year warranty
Accuracy better than ±0.5%
TiAIN diaphragm coating is standard
mV/V, 0-10VDC, or mA outputs available
Integral temperature sensor option
Output configurations
0 - 1000 Bar
Alternative fill model available





Vertex Series
Vertex is more accurate than any other mercury-filled sensor and is ideal for industrial applications that require low pressure.
The pressure range for Vertex is now available from 250 - 10,000 PSI. Not only is this an overall improvement to one’s process, but it helps with customers that are focused on sustainability and zero-waste.
Optional output signal
Mercury-free sensor
Reinforced membrane
Optional HART communication
Optional connector
Accuracy better than 0.25%
Internal Shunt Calibration (R-Cal)




