Connected line/link and device symbol used in control loop:


Different types of symbol are used to describe the connection/link between instrument, device, controller etc.

Following line symbol are generally used for representing a complete control loop:

Symbol of control and measuring device used in process control:

Valve and Actuator







Measuring device






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