New Druck Sensor Helps Space Companies Improve Safety and Accelerate Testing Programs

­Druck, a Crane Company business and leaders in pressure measurement, has launched the UNIK5000F, a new oxygen-compatible pressure sensor designed to meet the demanding requirements of the rapidly expanding global space industry.

Developed for applications including rocket propulsion testing, liquid oxygen systems, launch pad infrastructure, oxidiser supply systems and ground support equipment, the UNIK5000F enables safe and reliable pressure measurement in oxygen-rich environments where conventional pressure sensors can present significant safety risks. 

As investment in commercial space programmes accelerates, manufacturers and testing organisations face increasing pressure to reduce programme timelines while maintaining the highest safety standards.  The UNIK5000F addresses these challenges by combining oxygen-compatible construction with high measurement performance — including accuracy up to 0.04% Full Scale (FS) and typical stability of 0.05% FS/year — alongside high reliability and competitive lead times.

Based on Druck's proven UNIK5000 platform, the sensor has been specifically engineered for oxygen service through the use of specialised materials, including an oxygen safe inert oil fill. Suitable for applications subject to vibration, temperature variation and pressure cycling, the UNIK5000F provides consistent performance under repeated oxygen exposure, helping reduce the risks associated with oxygen-rich environments where incompatible materials can contribute to ignition, fire or explosion hazards.

"The commercial space industry is growing rapidly, and customers need instrumentation partners who can provide both high performance and dependable supply," said Gordon Docherty, President of Druck. "The UNIK5000F combines the unrivalled measurement performance our customers expect from Druck with oxygen-compatible technology designed specifically for critical space applications. Importantly, it also addresses one of the industry's biggest challenges by offering competitive lead times without compromising quality or safety."

Beyond space applications, the UNIK5000F can also support industrial gas, oxygen generation and clean energy infrastructure where oxygen compatibility is required.  Customers who have trialled the UNIK5000F have responded very positively, particularly noting its accuracy, stability and fast response. 

With more than 50 years of experience in pressure measurement technology, Druck already supports customers across aerospace, defence and advanced technology industries. The launch of the UNIK5000F further strengthens the company's position as a trusted partner for organisations developing the next generation of space and launch technologies.

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