
Pressure
2-1/2 [63.50]
2-1/16 [52.39]
2 [50.80]
1-1/4
[31.75]
(4) 6-32 HOLES
EQUALLY SPACED ON
A 5-1/8 [130.18] B.C.
Ø4-47/64
[120.25]
Ø5
[127.00]
Ø4 [101.60]
FAC E
5-1/2 [139.70] 
O.D.
MOUNTING
RING
5/8 [15.88]
5/8 [15.88] PANEL 
MAX
3/16 [4.76]
3-7/8 [98.43]
5-1/8 [130.18]
6-3/8 [161.93]
(7-5/8 [193.68])
4-3/8 [111.13]
HOUSING REMOVAL
3/4 CONDUIT
CONNECTION
Ø4-3/4
[120.65]
3-7/8 SQ
[98.43]
1/8 FEMALE NPT HIGH 
PRESSURE CONNECTION
1/8 FEMALE NPT LOW
PRESSURE CONNECTION
Series 
A3000
Photohelic®Pressure Switch/Gages
3-in-One Indicating Gage, Lo-Limit and Hi-Limit Control 
Series A3000 
Photohelic 
Switch/Gage.
®
Set points are instantly 
adjusted with front knobs.
Photohelic®Switch/Gages function as versatile, highly repeatable 
pressure switches combined with a precise pressure gage employing the 
time-proven Magnehelic
®
design. The Photohelic®measures and controls 
positive, negative or differential pressures of air and compatible gases. 
Standard models are rated to 25 psig (1.7 bar) with options to 35 (2.4) or 
80 (5.5 bar) psig. Single pressure 36000S models measure to 6000 psig 
(413 bar) with a 9000 psig (620 bar) rating.  
Two phototransistor actuated, DPDT relays are included for low/high limit 
control. Easy to adjust setpoint indicators are controlled by knobs located 
on the gage face. Individual setpoint deadband is one pointer width — less 
than 1% of full scale. Setpoints can be interlocked to provide variable deadband — ideal for control of fans, dampers, etc. Gage reading is continuous 
and unaffected by switch operation, even during loss of electrical power. 
Choose from full scale pressure ranges from a low 0-.25" (0-6 mm) w.c. up 
to 30 psi (21 bar); single positive pressure to 6000 psig (413 bar). 
PHOTOHELIC SENSING — HOW IT WORKS
In typical applications, these Dwyer switch/gages control between high 
and low pressure set points. When pressure changes, reaching either set 
point pressure, the infrared light to the limiting phototransistor is cut off 
by the helix-driven light shutter. The resulting phototransistor signal is 
electronically amplified to actuate its DPDT slave relay and switching 
occurs. Dead band between make and break is 1% of full scale or less — just 
enough to assure positive, chatter-free operation. 
RELAY-TRANSFORMER FEATURES
A plastic housing protects all electronic components. Solid-state and integrated circuit electronics are on glass-epoxy printed circuit boards and 
self-extinguishing terminal boards (for the Series A3000 only).
APPLICATIONS — PHOTOHELIC SWITCH/GAGES
In both series of pressure switch/gages, you get the convenience of a 
visual indication plus high-low limit switching. For both OEM and inplant applications, the Photohelic
®
switch/gage is used to control pressures in air conditioning systems, clean rooms, fluidic and pneumatic 
control systems, materials handling equipment, alarm or control fume 
exhaust systems, control pressure in air structures, and monitor respiratory and blood pressures.
Dwyer Instruments, Inc./P.O. Box 373/Michigan City, IN 46361/Phone 219 879-8000/Fax 219 872-9057 • U.K. Phone (+44) (0)1494-461707 • Australia Phone 61 2 4272-2055
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SPECIFICATIONS
GAGE SPECIFICATIONS 
Service: Air and non-combustible, compatible gases. 
Wetted Materials: Consult factory. 
Accuracy: ±2% of full scale at 70°F (21.1°C). ±3% on -0 and ±4% on -00
models. 
Pressure Limits: -20" Hg. to 25 psig (-0.677 to 1.72 bar). MP option; 35 
psig (2.41 bar), HP option; 80 psig (5.52 bar). 36003S – 36010S; 150 psig 
(10.34 bar). 36020S and higher;1.2 x full scale pressure. 
Temperature Limits: 20 to 120°F. 
(-6.67 to 48.9°C) Low temperature option available. 
Process Connections: 1/8˝ female NPT.  
Size: 4˝ (101.6 mm) dial face, 5˝ (127 mm) O.D. x 8-1/4˝ (209.55 mm). 
Weight: 4 lb (1.81 kg).  
SWITCH SPECIFICATIONS 
Switch Type: Each setpoint has 2 Form C relays (DPDT). 
Repeatability: ±1% of full scale. 
Electrical Rating: 10A @ 28 VDC, 10A @ 120, 240 VAC.  
Electrical Connections: Screw terminals. 
Power Requirements: 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz; 240 VAC & 24 VAC Power
optional. 
Mounting Orientation: Diaphragm in vertical position. Consult factory for 
other position orientations.
Set Point Adjustment: Adjustable knobs on face.  
Agency Approvals: UL, CSA, CE.
STANDARD MODEL
Two phototransistor-actuated circuits and two DPDT relays permit both high and low 
alarms or limit controls. Relays are de-energized when gage pointer is to the left of respective 
set points; relays are energized as pointer passes to the right of set points. Loss of electrical 
power or loss of pressure provide “fail safe” protection.
OPTIONS
Single contact, right set point, for actuation on increasing or decreasing pressure. 
OEM Model, less relay and transformer components and housing but including infrared
diodes and phototransistor(s), light shutter and set pointer(s). For single or double contact. 
Remote-Mounted Relay, relay pack may be mounted remotely from gage. Standard 
length is 5 ft. For other lengths, specify cable length required. 
Tamper-proof knobs, low temperature option, special scales, voltages and other features and modifications are available. 
Special Housings available include Weatherproof (NEMA 4) and Explosion-proof 
(NEMA 7 CD, 9 EFG; NEC Class I, DIV. 1 & 2, Groups C, D, Class II, Div. 1 & 2, Groups 
E, F, G, Class III. Contact Customer Service for detailed dimension drawings.
HIGH AND LOW LATCHING CIRCUITS
Dwyer Photohelic 
high-low latching circuits. That is, the equipment will hold in these respective positions 
once activated and until manually reset. This can be particularly useful for alarm and signal 
applications where control is accomplished by another Photohelic 
means. Complete wiring and operational instructions are included. Where manual reset is 
required a dry circuit push button such as Dwyer Part A-601 should be used. 
®
switch/gages can be wired for high-latching, low-latching or combination
®
switch/gage or other

Check these features for dependable control
Bezel and front cover (with set
point knobs and zero adjustment 
screw) removed to expose 
Photohelic®set point mechanism. 
Cover is clear polycarbonate plastic.
Gage pointer and light shutter
are mounted on helix and balancing counterweight. Shutter passes 
through slot in optical limit switch to 
expose phototransistors to integral 
infrared light source or mask them 
depending on applied pressure.
Light shield effectively protects 
phototransistors from strong outside light sources yet allows free 
pointer movement. It also gives 
interior a clean “finished” look.
Optical limit switches are used 
for reliability and long service life. 
Attached directly to set pointers, 
they are individually aligned to 
assure precise switching accuracy.
Semi-Flexible drive shaft connects to set point knobs.
Zero adjustment screw connects to screw in cover to adjust 
zero pressure reading.
Pressure
Plastic enclosure protects electronic components and electrical 
connections.
Polycarbonate connection or 
terminal board is self-extinguishing 
(A3000 only).
Glass-epoxy printed circuit 
boards for durability and perfor-
mance. 
Load relays are DPDT with latch-
ing feature for maximum application 
versatility.
Electronics are designed to operate on 50/60 Hz, 120 volt current 
with 10% over or under voltage. 
Special units for other voltages are 
available.
Switch set pointers show switch 
settings at all times. 
Spring loaded friction clutch
prevents operator damage of set 
point mechanism.
Patent No. 3,862,416
MODELS AND RANGES — SERIES A3000 PHOTOHELIC®SWITCH/GAGES
NOTE: Special models can be built to OEM customers' specifications with scales reading in special pressure units like
ounces per square inch, inches of mercury, etc. Square Root Scales reading in FPM or SCFM are also available. Custom 
logos and special graduations can also be included. Contact factory for minimum quantities and pricing.
STOCKED MODELS in bold
Model
Number
A3000-00
A3000-0 
A3001 
A3002 
A3003 
A3004 
A3005 
A3006 
A3008 
A3010 
A3015 
A3020 
A3025 
A3030 
A3040 
A3050 
A3060
A3080
A3100 
A3150
Bi-Directional Range
A3000-00N
Zero Center Ranges
A3300-0 
A3301 
A3302 
A3304 
A3310 
A3320 
A3330
Range, 
In W.C.
0-.25 
0-.50 
0-1.0 
0-2.0 
0-3.0 
0-4.0 
0-5.0 
0-6.0 
0-8.0 
0-10 
0-15 
0-20 
0-25 
0-30 
0-40 
0-50 
0-60 
0-80 
0-100 
0-150
.05-.20
.25-0-.25
.5-0-.5
1-0-1 
2-0-2
5-0-5 
10-0-10 
15-0-15
Model
Number
A3201 
A3202 
A3203 
A3204
A3205 
A3210** 
A3215** 
A3220**
A3230***
**MP or ***HP option standard
Photohelic®— Single Pressure
A36003S 
A36006S 
A36010S 
A36020S 
A36030S 
A36060S 
A36100S 
A36300S 
A36600S
Model
Number
A3000-00AV 
A3000-0AV
A3001AV
A3002AV
A3010AV
Pitot tube required
Range,
0-30 
0-60 
0-100 
0-200 
0 300 
0-600 
0-1000 
0-3000 
0-6000
Range In W.C./
Air Velocity,
F.P.M.
0-.25/300-2000 
0-.50/500-2800 
0-1.0/500-4000 
0-2.0/1000-5600 
0-10/2000-12500
PSI
0-1 
0-2 
0-3 
0-4 
0-5 
0-10 
0-15 
0-20 
0-30
Model
Number
A3000-6MM 
A3000-10MM 
A3000-25MM
A3000-50MM
A3000-80MM 
A3000-100MM
Zero Center Ranges
A3300-20MM 
A3300-30MM
Model
Number
A3000-15CM 
A3000 20CM 
A3000-25CM 
A3000-50CM 
A3000-80CM 
A3000-100CM 
A3000-150CM 
A3000-200CM 
A3000-250CM 
A3000-300CM
Zero Center Ranges
A3300-4CM 
A3300-10CM 
A3300-30CM
Options and Accessories — Add options as a suffix. Example: A3001-LT
-SRH, Single Relay Activates on Increase .......... -MP, Medium pressure ..........................
-SRL, Single Relay Activates on Decrease ........ -HP, High pressure ................................
-OLS, OEM model.......................................... -LT, Low temperature (-20
-RMR, Remote mounted relay........................ A-298 Flat Flush Mounting Bracket .......
-TAMP, Tamper proof knobs .......................... A-601, Manual reset switch...................
Range,
MM W.C.
0-6 
0-10 
0-25 
0-50 
0-80 
0-100
10-0-10 
15-0-15
Range,
CM W.C.
0-15 
0-20 
0-25 
0-50 
0-80 
0-100 
0-150 
0-200 
0-250 
0-300
2-0-2 
5-0-5
15-0-15
Model
Number
A3000-60PA 
A3000-125PA 
A3000-250PA
A3000-500PA
A3000-750PA
A3300-250PA 
A3300-500PA
Model
Number
A3000-1kPA 
A3000-1.5kPA 
A3000-2kPA 
A3000-3kPA 
A3000-4kPA 
A3000-5kPA 
A3000-8kPA 
A3000-10kPA 
A3000-15kPA 
A3000-20kPA 
A3000-25kPA 
A3000-30kPA
A3300-1kPA 
A3300-3kPA 
Range,
Pascals
0-60 
0-125 
0-250 
0-500 
0-750
Zero Center Ranges
125-0-125 
250-0-250
Range,
Kilopascals
0-1 
0-1.5 
0-2 
0-3 
0-4 
0-5 
0-8 
0-10 
0-15 
0-20 
0-25
Zero Center Ranges
0-30
.5-0- .5
1.5-0-1.5
o
F).................
Dwyer Instruments, Inc./P.O. Box 373/Michigan City, IN 46361/Phone 219 879-8000/Fax 219 872-9057 • U.K. Phone (+44) (0)1494-461707 • Australia Phone 61 2 4272-2055
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