Using RFID technology, PT-RF transfers energy required for measurement to pressure transmitter via antenna, placed ~½ in. from pressure transmitter tip, of reading device. Pressing button activates pressure transmitter, and pressure is read in <½ sec. Supplied in IP65, hermetically sealed, stainless steel housing, handheld reader displays and stores data for 15,000+ measurement sets, which can be used for further evaluation or download to PC via USB interface.