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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Table of Contents PREFACE ............. PREFACE ........................... ............................. ............................ ........................... ............................ ............................. ............................. ............................ ............................ ............................ .............. I All Rights Reserv Reserved ed ........................... .......................................... ............................. ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ................... ..... i
Disclaimer Discla imer ............................ ........................................... ............................. ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ................... ..... i Limited Warranty........................... ......................................... ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ........................ .......... i Table of Conten Contents ts ............. ........................... ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ...................... ........ iii About this Manual Manual ............. ........................... ............................ ............................ ............................. ............................. ............................ ............................ ............................ ................... ..... iv User Respo Responsibil nsibilities ities .............. ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ................ .. v Safety Practices Practices ........................... .......................................... ............................. ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ......................... ........... v Obtaining Technical Support .................................................................................................................. vii 1.0 INTRODUCTION .............. ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................. ............................. ............................ ........................... ............. 8 System Overvie Overview w ............. ........................... ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ..................... ....... 10 2.0 GENERAL ............ .......................... ............................. ............................. ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ....................... ......... 11 3.0 CALIBRATION PROCEDURES............. ........................... ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ..................... ....... 11
Gauge Setup ............................ .......................................... ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ .............. 11 4.0 R UNNING UNNING A TEST .............. ............................ ............................. ............................. ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ....................... ......... 12 4.1 Test Set-Up Procedure........................................................................................................................ 12 4.2 Performing a test.............. test............................ ............................. ............................. ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ................ .. 13 5.0 SAFETY ............. ........................... ............................. ............................ ........................... ............................ ............................. ............................. ............................ ............................ ......................... ........... 14 Safety guideline while operating equipment: .......................................................................................... 14 6.0 SOFTWARE .............. ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................. ............................. ............................ ............................ .................. .... 14 7.0 MAINTENANCE ............. ........................... ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ ............................ .............. 15 8.0 GCTS DEVICES ORIGINAL ACCESSORIES .............. ............................ ............................. ............................. ............................ ............................ ......................... ........... 15 Appendix A : Wiring Schematics and Hardware ........... ..................... ..................... ..................... ..................... ..................... .................... ................. ....... 17 Appendix B: Supplier Instruction Sheet ................................................................................................. 22 Appendix C: PLT-110 Shield Installation .............................................................................................. 29
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About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the PLT-110 (Point Load Tester). Please read this manual carefully before using the device. Should your device fail to operate correctly, contact Technical Support.
DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS The following international symbols will be used in this document with the appropriate meanings: : This icon accompanies text dealing with hazards h azards to personnel. When present, it indicates that a potential hazard to your personal safety exists if information stated within the “WARNING” paragraph is not adhered to or procedures are executed incorrectly. WARNING
: This icon accompanies text dealing with potential damage to equipment when present, it indicates that there is a potential danger d anger of equipment damage, software program failure or that a loss of data may occur if information stated within the “CAUTION” paragraph is not adhered to CAUTION
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or procedures are executed incorrectly.
: This identifier accompanies text dealing with potential situations which might cause inaccurate data to be gathered.
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User Responsibilities
: Read the safety considerations before operating the hydraulic power supply. Failure to read and understand the operations manual and/or follow the recommended safety practices can result in serious personal WARNING
injuries and/or damage to the equipment.
: Never exceed the maximum equipment rating and capabilities! CAUTION
Safety Practices
Review these guidelines to ensure that your current operating procedures do not result in hazardous situations. Although all hazards may not be able to be eliminated, the following guidelines can be used to identify hazards haza rds so that the proper training, operating procedures, and safety equipment can be implemented. System operators should fully review the documentation supplied to gain an understanding of the system functions. functions. Figures will be placed throughout the manual and should be reviewed. To ensure smooth system operation during the first execution of the control software, the user should be very familiar with this section and the specific test module modu le to be used. After the documentation (for this device) has been reviewed, make modifications to your current operating procedures which will will minimize hazards. It may be beneficial to to make an adjustment checklist that corresponds to your specific hardware.
OPERATING SAFETY CONDITIONS The following operating safety safety considerations are applicable to mos mostt testing systems. systems. The user is required to read each item below and determine if it is applicable to the testing system for which this (device) will be used. The user is also required required to obtain and review all safety instructions on specific testing equipment used in the system.
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E ME R G E NC Y S TOP TO P S Determine the location of system emergency stop buttons to allow for quick emergency stops. Refer to the individual product manuals for instructions on how to wire additional emergency stop circuits.
P OTENTIAL CR USH POINTS POINTS Know where the potential loads units pinch and crush points are and take appropriate safety precautions.
S YSTEM INTERLOCK INTERLOCK S
System interlock devices should always be used and properly adjusted. Test all interlock devices for proper operation immediately before a test. Because Bec ause of the possibility of operator error, system system misadjustment, or component failure, interlock devices cannot be relied on to protect personnel, test specimens, or test equipment.
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Do not disturb sensors. Ensure secure cable connections. Keep bystanders away. Stay clear of moving equipment. Be aware of electrical hazards.
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1.0 INTRODUCTION The GCTS Point Load Tester is an easy to use apparatus for measuring the point load strength index of random and irregular shaped rock specimens. It incorporates digital technology to increase precision and ease of use while reducing size and weight. The introduction of a pressure sensor to indicate load provides a better accuracy at any an y load level eliminating the imprecision of traditional pressure gauges at low loads. The point load test does not require costly costl y specimen preparation and is a quick and simple test. The test can be performed in the field on irregular pieces of rocks allowing a large number of test results. Typically, tests are performed on pieces of drill core at least 1.4 times as long as the diameter. Shape errors should be avoided for platy or discoid specimens by applying the load along the shortest specimen dimension. The point load strength index, I index, I s, is defined as:
Where, P = Load at rupture, and D = Distance between the loading point. The point load strength index is corrected co rrected for a specimen with a 50 mm diameter, and the following formula gives the size corrected point load strength index:
Franklin and Dusseault give a size correction co rrection factor when there is no data to interpolate or extrapolate. The correction factor, F, is calculated as:
A typical frequently used correlation between size corrected point load strength index and Unconfined compression strength is:
Where,
Unconfined compression strength for cylinders with a length to diameter ratio of 2 to 1, and C = Co Conv nver ersi sion on Fa Fact ctor or from from
to
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The Conversion Factor ‘C’ ‘C’ has has traditionally been taken as 24 (Goodman, 1989, p.37), however since point load testing is an index testing it is the responsibility of the user to ensure that they are using the right conversion conv ersion factor for their rock type. This can b bee done by either relying on past data to establish a correlation between
to
or by testing
several rock cores to establish a correlation. Conversion Factor Fa ctor ‘C’ ‘C’ may may vary significantly. According to Franklin and Dusseault, while the conversion conv ersion factor is usually between 20 and 25, it can vary between 15 and 50. Rusnak and Mark found that the low end can even be 12.6. In theory, each rock type should have its own conversion factor. The user is encouraged to pick a Conversion Factor ‘C’ ‘C’ of of 24 only if such a conversion factor is justifiable. The system includes a meter display to read the applied load calibrated in kN as default. Other load units can also be used but recalibration of the meter display is necessary. A 0 to 2 VDC output is also provided to connect to a data acquisition device. An advanced option for the GCTS Point Load Tester is the ultrasonic platens for the measurement of P wave velocity. The P wave velocity is a more rational and better correlation to strength than the point load index. index . The major advantage of the ultrasonic velocity option is that, like the point load test, it does not require expensive specimen preparation. With this option the P wave velocity is measured during the point load test. This option also gives the advantage of being able to correlate the P wave velocity with the point load strength on the same specimen in a very short period of time. Other options include unconfined compression loading platens, triaxial cells, and frames for performing indirect tension, uniaxial, and triaxial tests on small specimens. specimens. Loads up to 100 kN (22 kips) can be applied. These options include software to capture th thee complete stressstrain curve and automatically calculate strength parameters.
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System Overview
Upper crosshead
Safety Acrylic Shield
Gauge
Hydraulic Hand Pump
Specimen
Load Points
Hydraulic Cylinder Base plate
Figure 1: PLT-110 Side View
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2.0 GENERAL Specifications Table 1: PLT-110 Specifications
Parameter
Value
Hydraulic Ram Area
-3
2
Hydraulic Ram Stroke
5.4 mm (2.13 in)
Maximum Load
100 kN (10 ton)
Pressure Sensor Range
2
1.445x10 m (2.24 in )
69,000 kPa (10,000 psi)
Analog Output
0 – 2 2 VDC
Display Units
Load: kN (default factory setting)
Power
3.6 V C-size lithium battery
3.0 CALIBRATION PROCEDURES Gauge Setup
It is advantageous to setup the Gauge to remember and display the peak/max peak/maximum imum load, especially if the PLT is not connected to the PntLoad software. The instruction manuals for these gauges can either be downloaded from the internet or you can request them from GCTS by sending an email to to
[email protected] [email protected] and identifying your gauge type (PG10000 or PG10). For the model PG-10000 (old) gauges, the following procedure can be used to enable the PEAK Hi feature (section 2.0 in the instructions): Select PEAK Hi mode by pressing and holding the “MODE” key until the reading starts flashing. Release the “MODE” key, then press “MODE” key once more, the display wil willl read “HOLD”. Press “ENTR” key once, the display will will read “NO H”. Using “▲” keys to select “H Hi” (Peak High High Hold). Press “ENTR” key to lock your your selection. 11 GCTS TESTING SYSTEMS
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displayed. NOTE: When the hold function is enabled, “PEAK” is displayed. For the model PG10 (new) gauges, the Peak-Hold feature is already enabled at the factory. To enable or disable it please see page 11 in the instructions. instructions. If the user does not like the Peak-Hold feature (because it only displays the peak/maximum peak /maximum at all times), the user can disable the Peak-Hold feature and use instead the Maximum/Minimum ffeature. eature. This Maximum/Minimum feature does not need to be enabled, e nabled, resetting it can be quite cumbersome, and the instructions to do that are given on page 8 in the instructions.
4.0 RUNNING A TEST 4.1 Test Set-Up Procedure For testing, the pump reservoir cap must be must be in the ‘Vent’ position. The unit was shipped with the pump reservoir cap in the ‘Closed’ position for transport, but during usage the pump reservoir cap must be in the ‘Vent’ position! position! Place in the vent position when testing.
Figure 2: hydraulic Pump reservoir cap set-up
The operation of the GCTS Point Load Tester set up is simple and straightforward. First open the relief valve on the hand pump. If the meter d displays isplays an offset load use the ‘TARE OUT’ or Zero feature. feature. For the model PG-10000 PG-10000 (old) gauges, the following procedure can be used to ‘TARE OUT’ or Zero (section (section 1.0 in the instructions): Press instructions): Press and hold the “MODE” key until the reading starts starts flashing. Release the “MODE” key. Press the “ENT E R” key until the reading becomes 0.00.
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For the model PG10 (new) gauges, gau ges, the following procedure can be used u sed to ‘TARE OUT’ or Zero (page 4 in the instructions, Enter Button Secondary S econdary Function): Press and hold the
3seconds . If it displays No Zero, the Tare Feature Enter Button for approximately 3seconds. has to be enabled (see page 26 of the instructions). 4.2 Performing a test
Adjust the location of the upper crosshead so that the piston will not be fully extended during the test. It is best to have the loading piston operate within the lower region of its stroke to prevent alignment damage to the th e piston. This can occur when the piston is fully extended and loading against an uneven surface.
Close the pump relief valve.
Hold the specimen in between loading points, and begin pumping the handle until the load display indicates some initial contact.
Read the displacement on the side ruler (or in the optional deformation meter display if available) and calculate the distance "D" between the point loads.
Once "D" has been recorded, proceed pumping until the specimen fails (indicated by a sudden loss of the applied load).
While the digital gage is in PEAK mode, mode , the display will show the maximum load at all times. You must remember to reset the PEAK value before each test. To reset after capturing a Hi Peak: For the model PG-10000 PG-10000 (old) gauges, the following procedure can be used to ‘TARE OUT’ or Zero (section 2.0 in the instructions): instructions): Press and hold “MODE” key until the reading starts flashing. Release the “MODE” key, then press “ENTR”, hold momentarily then release. For the model PG10 (new) gauges, the following procedure can be used to reset the Peak value (page 11 in the instructions): Press instructions): Press the ‘▲’ (up arrow) key. key. Refer to the display unit instruction for further information if necessary
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5.0 SAFETY Safety guideline while operating equipment:
: Always use protective clothing and equipment to eliminate risk of personal injury. Do not operate this unit without goggles, gloves, and lab coat to protect your eyes, hands, and any other exposed body part. Specimen WARNING
particles will explode outwards at failure.
: Do not exceed the maximum pressure range for the installed sensor as indicated by the pressure gauge. WARNING
IMPORTANT: Do not forget to reset the peak load on the meter before the next test is
performed or the new failure load may not be recorded.
6.0 SOFTWARE The GCTS PntLoad software for Windows ™ has been designed to go along with the GCTS Point Load testing System in order to provide a complete package to test numerous specimens fast and with ease and to present the statistical results in a neat and organized format. The software can be configured to provide an automated system whereas very minimal interaction from the operator is needed as test can be started and stopped automatically based upon a threshold load value. Note: please refer to the PntLoad Software for the Point Load Strength Testing System Manual for a complete Guide and Reference.
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7.0 MAINTENANCE Take care of your device
Handle your device and accessories with care. The following suggestions help you protect your warranty coverage. Do not use or store the device in dusty areas. Moving parts and electronic components can be damaged.
Do not attempt to open the device other than as instructed in the user guide.
Unauthorized modifications may damage the device.
8.0 GCTS DEVICES ORIGINAL ACCESSORIES For availability of approved accessories, check with customer support. An extensive range of accessories is available for your device. www.gcts.com For more details contact the sales department at at www.gcts.com
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R efer ences nces Franklin, J. and Dusseault, M. (1989). Rock Engineering. NY: McGraw-Hill McGraw-Hill Publishing Company. Goodman, R. (1989). (1989). Introduction to Rock Mechanics, second second edition. NY: John Wiley Wiley & Sons. Rusnak J. and Mark, C. (2000). Using the Point Load Test to Determine the Uniaxial Compressive Strength of Coal Measure Rock. NIOSHTIC-2 No. 20021059
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Appendix A: Wiring Schematics and Hard
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Appendix B: Supplier Instruction Sheet
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Date & Time ............... ............................. ............................. ............................. .............................. ......................... ......... 19 Logging Sample Rate ............. ........................... ............................. ............................... ........................... ........... 20 Event Logging ................ .............................. .............................. .............................. ............................. .................... ..... 22 Viewing Logged Log ged R Readings eadings .............................. ............................................. ................................ ................. 24 Enabling/Disabling the Clock ................. ............................... .............................. .......................... .......... 25 Tare Feature ................. ............................... .............................. .............................. ............................. ........................... ............ 26 Default ............... ............................. ............................. ................................ ............................... .............................. ...................... ...... 27 Outputs ............... ............................... ................................ .............................. ............................. ..............................28-32 ...............28-32 Analog Outputs .............................. .............................................. .............................. ............................28-29 ..............28-29 Trip Point Outputs ................ ................................ ............................... .............................. ......................30-32 .......30-32 Wiring ............ ............................ .............................. .............................. .............................. ............................. ........................33-35 .........33-35 Specifi cations ................ .............................. ................................ ................................. ............................... .....................36-37 .....36-37 Rev. A, 9/10 PG10
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Mode Button Primary Function: Used to access the main setup menu or to return to the main setup menu from any of the submenus. Secondary Function: Used to cycle the gauge on and off by pressing and holding for approximately 2 seconds. Enter Button Primary Function: Used to accept the value displayed within each menu setting. Secondary Function: Used to Zero the gauge or Tare the gauge (when the tare feature is enabled) by pressing and holding for approximately 3 seconds. Up & Down Arrows Primary Function: Used to cycle through all options o ptions and settings within the menu system. Secondary Function: Used to cycle between the Minimum, Maximum and the present pressure reading. Each of the 4 buttons on the PG10 performs dual functions; one within the setup se tup menu system, and another when in standard operating mode.
Programming the PG10 MODE
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• Operating Modes: Modes: The PG10 has 4 standard operating modes to choose from: Mode 000: Full Access - Provides access to all menu settings. If no buttons are pushed for 1 minute, the gauge will revert back to Mode 003 (factory default). Mode 002: Limited Access - Menu is locked. - zeros the reading (press and hold for 3 seconds). - or cycles between the Max and Min readings. - On/Off functions only on battery powered gauges. Mode 003: Factory Default - Full access except Full Scale Calibration is locked. Mode 005: Locked Access - All buttons locked except will power on/off battery powered gauges.
Accessing the Operating Mode Setting: Step 1: Simultaneously press and hold and for approximately 3 seconds. This will bring up the 3 digit mode number. Step 2: Enter the desired mode number (see Operating Modes above) by using or to change the value of the fl ashing digit, and to accept the value and advance to the next digit. MODE
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Accessing the Setup Menu: Step 1: Simultaneously press and hold and for approximately 3 seconds. This will bring up the 3 digit mode number. Step 2: Using or to change the value of the fl ashing digit, and to advance to the next digit, change the mode number to 000. Step 3: Press to enter the setup menu , and press or to scroll through menu choices. 34
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Exiting the Menu System: me nu, press or until EXIT is Step 1: While in the main setup menu, displayed. Step 2: Press to exit the menu system. MODE ENTR
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• Maximum/Minimum Reset (MAXMIN (MAXMIN): ): Pressing the or button while in operating mode will cycle between displaying the present pressure reading, the maximum pressure reading and the minimum pressure reading. The maximum and minimum readings will be stored until the gauge is powered down or the max/min readings are reset. Resetting the Max/Min readings: Step 1: Press once to enter the main setup menu. t hrough the options until MAXMIN is Step 2: Press or cycle through displayed. Step 3: Press to access the Max/Min reset options. Step 4: Press or to toggle between YES and NO until YES is displayed.. displayed Step 5: Press to reset the Max/Min readings and return to the main setup menu. MODE
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• Units of Measure (UNITS): (UNITS):
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For gauges less than 120 psi: PSI (pounds per square inch) bAR (bar) KPA (kilopascals) *CUSTOM (see “Using Custom Units” on next page) page) mbAR (millibar) INHG (inches of mercury) INH20 (inches of water @ 60 F) mmHG (millimeters of mercury) Setting the Unit of Measure: Step 1: Press once to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until UNITS is displayed. Step 3: Press to access the Units options. Step 4: Press or to cycle through setting options until the desired unit of measure is displayed. Step 5: Press to apply the setting and return to the main setup menu. MODE
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Using Custom Units (CUSTOM): The Custom Units setting allows the user to display a volumetric weight by applying a conversion factor to the pressure reading. NOTE: The conversion factor must be calculated using PSI as the base unit of measure. Setting the Custom Units feature: Step 1: Calculate the conversion factor from psi to the desired unit of measure. Step 2: Press once to enter the main setup menu. Step 3: Press or to cycle through the options until UNITS is displayed. Step 4: Press to access the Units setting options. Step 5: Press or to cycle through the Units options until CUSTOM is displayed. Step 6: Press to access the Custom Units setting. A 5-digit conversion factor will appear with the fi rst digit fl ashing. Step 7: Press or to change the value of the fl ashing digit. Step 8: Press to accept the fl ashing digit and advance to the next digit......repeat steps 7 and 8 as necessary. Step 9: After the last digit is accepted by pressing , use or scroll through the custom units of measure; LBF, KN, LBS, KG, NEWTON, TON, TONNES. Step 10: Press to accept the custom unit.
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decima l point position. Step 11: Press or to shift the decimal Step 12: Press to accept the decimal point position and return to the main setup menu. MODE
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• Peak-Hold Peak-Hold (P HOLd): When the Peak-Hold Peak-Hold is enabled, the gauge will display the “peak” or maximum maximum pressure reading since the gauge was powered on or the Max/Min value was reset. NOTE 1: When the Peak-Hold feature is enabled, the icon will be displayed in the upper left area of the display. Options: Off or On
Enabling the Peak-Hold feature: Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until P HOLd is displayed. Step 3: Press to access the Peak-Hold setting options. Step 4: Press or to toggle between OFF and ON. Step 5: Press to apply the displayed setting and return to main setup menu. NOTE 2: The peak value can be reset by pressing MODE
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• Advanced Settings (AdVSE ( AdVSET): T): The Advanced Settings menu is used to customize the LCD display and to setup any optional features, such as an analog output. Auto-Off (AUTO): This function is applicable to battery powered units only. The Auto-Off feature allows the user to designate the time of inactivity (no buttons pushed) until the gauge automatically powers down. Options: OFF, 2 MIN, 4 MIN, 8 MIN, 16 MIN, 32 MIN and LIGHT NOTE 1: Selecting OFF disables the Auto-Off feature; the gauge will then remain powered indefi nitely so long as suffi cient voltage is being supplied (>1.8V). NOTE 2: Selecting LIGHT will keep the gauge continuously powered as 37
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long as the light sensor in the PG10 detects adequate light levels. When the environment is suffi ciently dark, the PG10 will automatically shut down until the lighting once again reaches the threshold of the light sensor. Setting the Auto-Off feature: Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the menu options until AdVSET is displayed. Step 3: Press to enter the Advanced Settings menu. Step 4: Press or to cycle through the menu options until AUTO is displayed. Step 5: Press to access the Auto-Off setting options. Step 6: Press or to cycle through setting options until the desired setting is displayed. Step 7: Press to apply the setting and return to advanced setup menu. Step 8: To exit the advanced setup menu, press or until EXIT is displayed and press to exit to the main setup menu. MODE
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Decimal Place (dEC PL): The reading can be set to display in High Resolution (HI RES), Medium Resolution (MEdRES) or Low Resolution (LO RES) mode. Switching between resolutions will shift the displayed reading by one decimal place position. NOTE: Gauges without a decimal place position will display a dummy zero (or zeros) when the resolution is changed to medium or low. Options: HI RES (high resolution), MEdRES (medium resolution) or LO RES (low resolution) Setting the Decimal Place feature: Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until AdVSET is displayed. Step 3: Press to enter the Advanced Settings menu. Step 4: Press or to cycle through the options until dEC PL is displayed. Step 5: Press to access the Decimal Place setting options. Step 6: Press or to cycle through the resolution settings. Step 7: Press to apply the displayed setting and return to advanced setup menu. Step 8: To exit the advanced setup menu, press or until EXIT is 38
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Sample Rate (SAMPLE): Adjusts the rate at which the gauge takes sample readings. life NOTE: Setting the Sample Rate to “SLOW” will help preserve battery life (when applicable) and will also help to smooth rapidly fl uctuating readings. Options: SLOW (4x/second), MEdIUM (8x/second), FAST (16x/second) Setting the Sample Rate feature: Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until AdVSET is displayed. Step 3: Press to access the Advanced Settings menu. Step 4: Press or to cycle through the options until SAMPLE is displayed. Step 5: Press to access the Sample Rate setting options. Step 6: Press or to cycle through the setting options until the desired setting is displayed. Step 7: Press to apply the displayed setting and return to advanced setup menu. Step 8: To exit the advanced setup menu, press or until EXIT is displayed and press to exit to the main setup menu. MODE
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Bar Graph 0% (bAR 0) & Bar Graph 100% (bAR100) Settings: Allows the user to defi ne the reading values associated with 0% and 100% on the 2700 display bar graph. Bars will appear/disappear in 10% increments of the total span between the two values. NOTE: The 0% reference does not have to be the lower pressure setting; 0% can be set as the higher pressure setting, thereby causing the bar graph to increase as the pressure decreases. Negative pressure settings can also be used as either the 0% or 100% reference points. Setting the Display Bar Graph: 39
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Step 1: Press once to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until AdVSET is displayed. Step 3: Press to access the Advanced Settings menu. Step 4: Press or to cycle through the options until BAR 0 is displayed. Step 5: Press to access the Bar Graph 0% value. A 5-digit number will appear with the fi rst digit fl ashing. Step 6: Press or to change the value of the fi rst fl ashing digit. Step 7: Press to accept the value of the fl ashing digit and advance to the next digit......repeat steps 6 and 7 until the desired des ired 0% reading is fully entered. Step 8: Press or to cycle through the options until BAR100 is displayed. Step 9: Repeat Steps 5-7 to enter the Bar Graph 100% value. Step 10: To exit the advanced setup menu, press or until EXIT is displayed and press to exit to the main setup menu. MODE
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Full-Scale Range Adjust (RANGE): Allows the user to adjust the reading at full-scale pressure. The reading can be adjusted by +/-10% full-scale. NOTE: The pressure reading must be within 5% of the full-scale value in order to make Range adjustments. For example, a 1000 psi gauge would need to be reading between 950 psi and 1050 psi in order to adjust the Range feature. If the reading is not within 5% of full scale, NOAdJU (No Adjustment) will be displayed when trying to adjust the Range. Ra nge. Adjusting the Full-Scale Range: Step 1: Ensure that the pressure reading is within 5% of full-scale. Step 2: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 3: Press or to cycle through the options until AdVSET is displayed. Step 4: Press to access the Advanced Settings menu. Step 5: Press or to cycle through the options until RANGE is displayed. Step 6: Press to enter the Range adjust mode. Step 7: Press to increase the reading, or press to decrease the reading. Step 8: Press to accept the adjusted reading and return to the advanced setup menu. Step 9: To exit the Advanced Setup menu, press or until EXIT is displayed and press to exit to the main setup menu. MODE
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Fast Calibration (CALIBR): Allows the user to perform a fast calibration of the zero and span. NOTE: Both zero pressure and full-scale pressure must be applied to the gauge in order to complete the quick calibration process. Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the menu options until AdVSET is displayed. Step 3: Press to enter the Advanced Settings menu. Step 4: Press or to cycle through the options until CALIBR is displayed. Step 5: Press to access the CALIBR mode. The gauge will display the word ZERO, prompting the user to perform the zero pressure quick calibration. Step 6: Ensure no pressure is applied to the gauge. Press to zero the gauge. The gauge will then display the word SPAN, prompting the user to perform the full-scale pressure quick calibration. Step 7: Apply full pressure to the gauge and press to complete the quick calibration and return to advanced setup menu. Step 9: To exit the advanced setup menu, press or until EXIT is displayed and press to exit to the main setup menu. MODE
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• Datalogging (dATLOG): (dATLOG): When datalogging is enabled, the PG10 will log the pressure readings, along with the associated date/time stamps, at an interval determined by the Logging Sample Rate setting (see page 20). The PG10 can be confi gured to log continuously, based solely on the Logging Sample Rate setting, or to log only when user defi ned pressure conditions exist (event logging). The gauge will continue to log readings at the Logging Sample Rate interval for as long as the event conditions persist. The gauge can store a maximum of 60 records. Each record is logged in a FIFO (fi rst-in, fi rst-out) buffer. This means that once the buffer is full (60
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Date (DATE) and Time (TIME): Used to set the date and time, which will be used as the reference for the time stamp of the logged readings. NOTE: Hours are set using the 24 hour system (e.g. 1:00 p.m. is 13:00). Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the menu options until dATLOG is displayed. Step 3: Press to enter the Datalogging menu options. Step 4: Press or to cycle through the menu options until DATE is displayed. Step 5: Press to access the Date settings. A 2-digit month number will appear with the fi rst digit fl ashing. Step 6: Press or to cycle the fi rst digit, and to accept the value and advance to the second digit. Repeat the same process for the second digit and press to accept and advance to the day of the month setting, which will appear with the fi rst digit fl ashing. Repeat the process one last time by entering the year. Step 7: Press to apply the setting and return to Datalogging menu. Step 8: Press or to cycle through the menu options until TIME is displayed. Step 9: Press to access the time settings. Repeat the process used to set the date to set the time (hour, minute, seconds). MODE
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Logging Sample Rate (SAMPLE): Determine the interval between logged readings whenever logging is activated. Options: 1 second (1s), 30 seconds (30s), 1 minute (1m), 30 minutes (30m), 1 hour (1h), and 1 day (1day). (1da y). Setting the Logging Sample Rate: Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until dATLOG is displayed. Step 3: Press to enter the Datalogging menu. 42
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Step 4: Press or to cycle through the options until SAMPLE is displayed. Step 5: Press to access the Logging Sample Rate setting options. Step 6: Press or to cycle through the sample rate settings. Step 7: Press to apply the displayed setting and return to Datalogging menu. MODE
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Logging Control Menu (LOG): Used to enable/disable datalogging, and to clear all logged records. Setting the Logging Type (continuous or event): The PG10 can be set to continuously log readings or to only log readings based on the Trip Relay status. NOTE 1: Gauges not equipped with relay outputs will still use the Trip Relay settings to defi ne the pressure range(s) for the event logging (see pages 30-32 programming details). NOTE 2: Whenever the PG10 is logging, whether in continuous or event mode, the interval between logged readings is determined by the Logging Sample Rate setting (see page 20). Enabling Continuous or Event Logging Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until dATLOG is displayed. Step 3: Press to enter the Datalogging menu. Step 4: Press or to cycle through the options until LOG is displayed. Step to access Logging options.until CONTIN or Step 5: 6: Press Press or to cyclethe through theControl setting options EVENT is displayed. Step 7: Press to enable logging and return to logging control menu. MODE
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Setting Event Logging: When Event Logging is enabled, the gauge will log readings based on the status of one orGauges both ofnot theequipped Trip Relays Trip Relaywill programming pages 30-32). with(see relay outputs still use theonTrip Relay NOTE: 43
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settings for event logging. Event logging can be set to initiate on one of the following conditions: When Trip 1 is On (T1ON) When Trip 2 is On (T2ON) When both Trip 1 & Trip 2 are On (T1T2ON) When both Trip 1 & Trip 2 are Off (T1T2OF) When Trip 1 is Off (T1OFF) When Trip 2 is Off (T2OFF) Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until dATLOG is displayed. Step 3: Press to enter the Datalogging menu. Step 4: Press or to cycle through the options until EVENT is displayed. Step 5: Press to access the Event options. Step 6: Press or to cycle through the options until the desired Event condition is displayed. Step 7: Press to accept the event condition and return to the Datalogging menu. MODE
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Disabling Logging (STOP) and Clearing Logged (CLEAR) Readings: Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until dATLOG is displayed. Step 3: Press to enter the Datalogging menu. Step to cyclethe through theControl options options. until LOG is displayed. Step 4: 5: Press Press or to access Logging Step 6: Press or to cycle through the setting options until STOP or CLEAR is displayed. Step 7: Press to apply the displayed option (stop or clear) and return to Datalogging menu. MODE
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readings. Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until dATLOG is displayed. Step 3: Press to enter the Datalogging menu. Step 4: Press or to cycle through the options until VIEW is displayed. Step 5: Press to access the logged readings. Step 6: Press to cycle back through progressively older readings. will cycle forward through progressively newer records. Step 7: Press to exit the logged readings. NOTE: When viewing a logged record, the time stamp of the record will toggle momentarily to display the date stamp once every 8 seconds. MODE
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Enabling and Disabling the Clock on the main display (CLOCK): When enabled, the time will be displayed on the lower line (menu line) of the main display, alternating every two seconds with the unit of measure. Options: ON or OFF Enabling or Disabling the Main Display Clock: Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until dATLOG is displayed. Step 3: Press to enter the Datalogging menu. Step 4: Press or to cycle through the options until CLOCK is displayed. Step 5: Press Clock on/off option. Step 6: Press to or access to cyclethe between the options. Step 7: Press to apply the displayed option and return to Datalogging menu. MODE
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Enabling the Tare feature: Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until TARE is displayed. Step 3: Press to access the Tare setting options. Step 4: Press or to toggle between OFF and ON. Step 5: Press button to apply the displayed option and return to main setup menu. NOTE 1: When tare function is enabled, the icon will appear in the upper center of the display. WARNING: Do NOT disconnect the gauge from the pressure fi tting while the tare function is enabled. The gauge could still be under pressure even though the reading shows 0. NOTE 2: If the maximum gross full-scale pressure value is reached while the Tare feature is enabled, the PG10 will automatically disable the Tare feature and return to reading the gross pressure in order to help prevent the user from accidently overpressuring the gauge. NOTE 3: Pressing and holding with the tare function enabled will re-tare the gauge at the current pressure value. MODE
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• Default (dEFAUL): (dEFAUL): Used to reset the gauge to the factory default settings. Resetting the gauge to factory default settings: Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until dEFAUL is displayed. Step 3: Press to access the Default options. Step 4: Press or to cycle between NO and YES. Step 5: Press to apply the displayed setting and return to main setup menu. MODE
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Analog Low (AL SET) & Analog High (AH SET) Setpoints: S etpoints: Allows the user to defi ne the reading values associated with the Low Analog signal (i.e. 4mA or 0V) and the High Analog signal (i.e. 20mA, 2V or 5V). NOTE: The analog setpoints must be entered using the gauge’s base unit of measure (typically PSI). Setting the Analog Signal Span: Step 1: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until OUTPUT is displayed. Step 3: Press to access the Output Settings menu. Step 4: Press or to cycle through the options until AL SET is displayed. Step 5: Press to access the Analog Low setpoint value. A 5-digit number will appear with the fi rst digit fl ashing. Step 6: Press or to change the value of the fi rst fl ashing digit. Step 7: Press to accept the value of the fl ashing digit and advance to the next digit......repeat steps 6 and 7 until the desired Analog Low reading is fully entered. Step to reenter Output Press or to cyclethe through theSettings optionsmenu. until AH SET is displayed. Step 8: 9: Press Step 10: Repeat Steps 5-7 to enter the Analog High setpoint value. Step 11: To exit the output menu, press or until EXIT is displayed and press to exit to the main setup menu. MODE
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Analog Low (AL CAL) & Analog High (AH CAL) Calibration: output Allows the user to calibrate or “trim” the endpoints of the analog signal output (i.e. 4mA & 20mA or 0V & 2V/5V) Calibrating the Analog Signal End-Points: Step 1: Use a calibrated meter to monitor the analog output signal. Step 2: Force a low analog output signal (i.e. 4mA or 0V) either by adjusting the applied pressure or by adjusting the Analog Setpoints (see “Analog “Analog Setpoints”on page 18 for details). details). Step 3: Press to enter the main setup menu. Step 4: Press or to cycle through the options until Output is displayed. Step 5: Press to access the Output Settings menu. Step 6: Press or to cycle through the setup options until AL CAL is displayed. Step 7: Press to access the Analog Low Calibration value. A 5-digit 47
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number will appear with the fi rst digit fl ashing. a shing. Step 8: Press or to change the value of the fl ashing digit. NOTE: Changing the digit farthest to the left will produce the coarsest adjustment, while each successive digit moving to the right will cause subsequently fi ner adjustments. Step 9: Press to accept the value of the fl ashing digit and advance to the next digit......repeat steps 7 and 8 until the desired des ired Analog Output value is displayed on the meter. Step 10: Press to reenter the Output Settings menu. Step 11: Press or to cycle through the options until AH CAL is displayed. Step 12: Repeat Steps 7-9 to adjust the Analog High Calibration value. Step 13: To exit the output menu, press or until EXIT is displayed and press to exit to the main setup menu. MODE
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Trip Points: The PG10 can be confi gured with dual relay trip-point outputs. The relays can either be solid-state or SPDT mechanical in form. Each trip point (T1 and T2) can be confi gured to perform one of six different logic functions as described below and on the chart on the next page. NOTE: The or icon will appear in the upper left area of the display whenever the associated trip point is active. Trip Relay Output Types (T1TYPE or T2TYPE): determines the logic function of the output relays (see chart on next page). “Type 0” or Normally Closed setting will close the trip relay whenever the pressure is less than the Trip Pressure setting. “Type 1” or Exclusive setting will close the trip relay whenever the pressure is less than the Trip Pressure or greater than the Trip Pressure + Trip Window. “Type 2” or Normally Closed with Hysteresis setting will close the trip relay when the pressure drops below the Trip Pressure. Once closed, the trip relay will remain closed until the pressure becomes greater than the Trip Pressure + Trip Window, at which point the trip relay will open. Once Onc e open the trip relay rela y will remain open until the pressure once again drops below the Trip Pressure setting. “Type 3” or Normally Open setting will close the relay whenever the pressure is greater than the Trip Pressure setting. “Type 4” or Inclusive setting will close the relay whenever the pressure is within the Trip Window pressure range (greater than the Trip Pressure, less than 48
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the Trip Pressure + Trip Window). “Type 5” or Normally Open with Hysteresis is used for pump up applications, or for a low level alarm with hysteresis function. This is the opposite function of the Type 2. “Type 6” Trip Disable T1 T2 Rev. A, 9/10 PG10
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Trip Pressure: determines the lower pressure point for the trip output function. Trip Window: determines the pressure range between the lower and upper trip pressures. Used for Types 1, 2, 4, 5 (see chart below). PG10 Rev. A, 9/10
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Setting the Trip Point Outputs: Step 1: Press once to enter the main setup menu. Step 2: Press or to cycle through the options until OUTPUT is displayed. Step 3: Press to access the Output Settings menu. Step 4: Press or to cycle through the options until T1TYPE (or T2TYPE) is displayed. Step 5: Press to access the Trip Type setting. Step 6: Press or to change the setting to the desired trip type function. Step 7: Press to accept the trip type function and return to the Output Settings menu. Step 8: Press or to cycle through the Output menu options until T1PRES (or T2PRES) is displayed. Step 9: Press to enter the Trip Pressure setting. A 5-digit number will appear with the fi rst digit fl ashing. Step 10: Press or to change the value of the fi rst fl ashing digit. Step 11: Press to accept the value of the fl ashing digit and advance to the next digit......repeat steps 10 and 11 until the desired Trip Pressure is fully entered. Step 12: Press or to cycle through the Output menu options until T1WIN (or T2WIN) is displayed. Step 13: Press to enter the Trip Window setting. A 5-digit number will appear with the fi rst digit fl ashing. Step 14: Press or to change the value of the fi rst fl ashing digit. Step 15: Press to accept the fl ashing digit and advanceisto the next digit......repeat stepsthe 14 value and 15ofuntil the de sired desired Trip Window 49
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fully entered. Step 11: To exit the output menu, press or until EXIT is displayed and press to exit to the main setup menu. MODE
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Wiring the PG10 Battery Replacement: Step 1: Untwist the display locking ring (on the face of the gauge) counterclockwise until the ring releases the display from the gauge. Step 2: Remove the front display to access the batteries. Step 3: Replace the front display ensuring proper alignment and secure into place using the locking ring. 35 2 8 6 4 7 1
8_Pin Connector Wiring: PG10 Pin Out Table L1 L2 L4-C2 4-20 mA 0-2 VDC with Battery Power Power 2 SS Relays with External Power 8 Pin Connector 1 + Excitation n/a + Excitation 2 - Excitation + Output - Excitation 3 n/a - Output 4 n/a n/a 5 n/a n/a 6 7 8 n/a n/a L4-C4 2 SPDT Relays with External Power + Excitation - Excitation
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Relay 1 Com* Relay 1 NC* Relay 1 NO* Relay 2 Com* L5 RS-485 with External Power + Excitation - Excitation SS Relay 1* SS Relay 1* SS Relay 2* SS Relay 2* *Optional (C2 or C4) relay outputs n/a indicates not applicable. L3 0-5 VDC with External + Excitation + Output - Excitation n/a n/a n/a n/a Relay 2 NC* Relay 2 NO* RS-485 (A) RS-485 (B) SS Relay 1* SS Relay 1* SS Relay 2* SS Relay 2* n/a n/a SS Relay 1* SS Relay 1* SS Relay 2* SS Relay 2* - Output PG10 Rev. A, 9/10
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1 2 3 4 – EXCITATION – EXCITATION + EXCITATION Gauge Connector
L1: 4-20 mA Circuit (C2 & C4 relay option not available) 4-20 mA CURRENT LOOP 5 6 7 8 Controller Process RL +Vin
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Wiring (continued) Gauge
L2: 0-2 V (battery powered) (C2 & C4 relay options not available) +Vin GROUND 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Connector Controller Process Gauge Connector SS RELAY 1 SS RELAY 1 SS RELAY 2 SS RELAY 2 +Vin GROUND 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
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L4-C2: External Power with Dual SS Relays SS RELAY 1 SS RELAY 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 + SUPPLY VOLTAGE – EXCITATION – EXCITATION Gauge Connector
L5: RS-485 SS RELAY 1 SS RELAY 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 RS-485 (B) Master Device
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(SS relays on C2 option only) + SUPPLY VOLTAGE – EXCITATION – EXCITATION Gauge Connector
L4-C4: External Power with Dual SPDT Relays Relay 1 Normally Closed Relay 1 Normally Open Relay 1 Common Relay 2 2 Normally Normally Open Closed Relay Relay 2 Common 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
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Specifi cations: Overpressure: 2x full scale Burst Pressure: 4x full scale or 20,000 psig, whichever is less. Accuracy (linearity & hysteresis): +/-0.25% (B.F.S.L.) Environmental: Housing: IP65 Compensated Temp: 20 to 1300F (-7 to 54 0C) Storage Temp: -40 to 160 0F (-40 to 710C) Operating Temp: 0 to 1600F (-18 to 710C) Electrical: Batteries: (2) standard C cell External Power: 9-28 VDC Physical: Weight: 1.6 lb (0.73 kg) Case Material: Injection molded Phenolic Rev. A, 9/10 PG10
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Output Specifi cations: 4-20 mA Output: Input Voltage (Excitation): 9 VDC min (no load) to 28 VDC max Input Current: 3-30 mA max Signal Variance: +/-0.16 mA at set points Output/Input: 2 wire loop powered Resolution: 14 bit
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Protection: Reversed polarity 0-2 VDC Output: Input Voltage (excitation): Battery powered Output: Zero set point is +/-0.15 V with a 2 VDC span +/-0.02 VDC Output/Input: 2 wire Resolution: 14 bit 0-5 VDC Output: Input Voltage (Excitation): 9 to 28 VDC Input Current: 6 mA max Output: 0-5 VDC / +/-0.5 VDC at set points Output/Input: Non-isolated 3 wire Resolution: 14 bit Protection: Reversed polarity Solid State Relay Trip Points: Maximum Switched Voltage: 120 V AC/DC Maximum Switched Current: 120 mA SPDT Relay Trip Points: Maximum Switched Current: Voltage: 0.5 125AVAC; 30 VDC Maximum Switched Notes 38 PG5 Rev. A, 6/09
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