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- Page 1 PCE Instruments UK Ltd. Units 12/13 Southpoint Business Park Ensign Way, Southampton Hampshire United Kingdom, SO31 4RF Phone: +44 ( 0 ) 2380 98703 0 Fax: +44 ( 0 ) 2380 98703 9 E-Mail: info@industrial-needs.com Homepage: http://www.industrial-needs.com Web: http://www.pce-instruments.com/english/...
- Page 3 SG-Ultra Max Portable Density Meter From Firmware Version V1.79 Instruction Manual C96IB001ML-A...
- Page 4 These are the property of their respective owners and are legally protected. Contact: PCE Instruments UK Ltd. South Point Business Park, Ensign Way Units 12/13 SO31 4RF Southampton Tel: +44 ( 0 ) 2380 987 03 0 Fax: +44 ( 0 ) 2380 987 03 9 E-mail: info@industrial-needs.com...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
1 About the Instruction Manual ................8 2 Safety Instructions ..................10 3 Measuring Principle ..................12 SG-Ultra Max - an Overview ................13 5 Checking the Supplied Parts ................. 14 6 Description of the Instrument ................ 17 Front View ....................17 Rear View .................... - Page 6 10 Performing a Measurement ................30 10.1 Selecting the Measuring Unit ..............31 10.1.1 Categories of Measuring Units ............32 10.1.2 Calculating a Temperature Coefficient ..........34 10.1.3 Importing Custom Functions .............34 10.2 Selecting Measuring Methods ..............35 10.2.1 Entering a New Method ..............35 10.2.2 Entering Method Lists ...............35 10.2.3 Editing a Method ................37 10.2.4 Deleting Methods ................37 10.2.5 Selecting a Method ................37...
- Page 7 11 Cleaning and Storing the Instrument ............50 11.1 Cleaning the Measuring Cell ..............50 11.2 Cleaning the Filling Pump ............... 50 11.3 Cleaning the Pump Housing ..............50 11.4 Cleaning the Housing and Display ............51 11.5 Storing the Instrument ................51 12 Maintenance ....................
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Page 8: About The Instruction Manual
About the Instruction Manual This instruction manual informs you about the installation and the safe handling and use of the product. Pay special attention to the safety instructions and warnings in the manual and on the product. The instruction manual is a part of the product. Keep this instruction manual for the complete working life of the product and make sure it is easily accessible to all people involved with the product. - Page 9 Typographical conventions The following typographical conventions are used in this instruction manual: Convention Description <key> The names of keys and buttons are written inside angle brackets. Menu paths are written in bold, inside "Menu Level 1 > Menu Level 2" straight quotation marks.
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Page 10: Safety Instructions
• Only use SG-Ultra Max for the purpose described in this instruction manual. EEPS is not liable for damages caused by incorrect use of SG-Ultra Max. Installation and use •... - Page 11 • The intrinsically safe SG-Ultra Max Ex and SG-Ultra Max Ex Petrol (types SG-Ultra Max Version 3 Ex and SG-Ultra Max Version 3 Ex Petrol) can be used according to ATEX marking II 2 G Ex ib IIC T4. All instructions given in the certificate of conformity have to be followed (see Appendix D).
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Page 12: Measuring Principle
Do not leave sample/rinsing containers uncovered. Clean all spillages immediately. • Make sure that the setup location is sufficiently ventilated. The environment of SG-Ultra Max must be kept free of flammable gases and vapors. • Supply a fire extinguisher. Measuring Principle Definition of density The density ρ... -
Page 13: Sg-Ultra Max - An Overview
SG-Ultra Max is operated via seven keys. 1024 measuring data including date, time and sample ID can be stored in the memory of the SG-Ultra Max density meter and can be recalled, exported to a PC or printed later. The transfer of the stored measuring data to a printer or PC is done wireless using an infrared interface (IrDA). -
Page 14: Checking The Supplied Parts
Checking the Supplied Parts SG-Ultra Max was tested and packed carefully before shipment. However, damage may occur during transport. Keep the packaging material (box, foam piece) for possible returns and further questions from the transport company or insurance company. Check the delivery for completion by comparing the supplied parts to those given in Table 5.1. - Page 15 SG-Ultra Max portable density meter 84138 or or SG-Ultra Max Tag&Log portable 87448 density meter or SG-Ultra Max portable density meter 87450 or or SG-Ultra Max Ex Petrol portable 87451 density meter Instruction Manual English 88155 Filling tube (standard 180 mm) 68527 Luer adapter 1/4"...
- Page 16 Black laundry tag 30 mm R/W 88444 White PVC sticker disc tag 30 mm R/W 88445 White PVC sticker disc tag 30 mm R 92414 Carrying case for SG-Ultra Max 88506 Custom function for SG-Ultra Max 88974 DKD calibration SG-Ultra Max 88153...
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Page 17: Description Of The Instrument
Front view of SG-Ultra Max ... Built-in pump ... Screw plug ... Measuring cell ... Softkeys ... Operating keys ... RFID interface (only for SG-Ultra Max Tag&Log, SG-Ultra Max Ex and SG-Ultra Max Ex Petrol) ... Graphical, monochrome LC display C96IB001ML-A... - Page 18 Fig. 6 - 2 Top view of SG-Ultra Max ... Built-in pump ... Fixing screw of the pump lock ... Pump lock ... Infrared interface (IrDA) Keys at the front side For switching the instrument on and off. For deleting measuring data, entries and characters during an entry.
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Page 19: Rear View
Rear view of SG-Ultra Max ... Data storage key ... Type plate with serial number ... Registration number and ATEX marking (only for SG-Ultra Max Ex and SG-Ultra Max E x Petrol) ... Custom functions (optional) ... Mark for the correct battery insertion ... -
Page 20: Display
... Symbol for battery charge status ... Warning sign ... Measuring value ... Sample temperature °C/°F ... Softkey configuration ... Sample ID 10 ... Method 11 ... Custom offset 12 ... Measuring unit Only for SG-Ultra Max versions with RFID interface C96IB001ML-A... - Page 21 Symbols on the display The infrared data transfer symbol is shown on the information header when data is imported or exported via the IrDA interface. The RFID symbol is shown on the information header when it is possible to allocate an RFID tag to a method or sample ID and when an RFID tag is read while the instrument displays the main screen.
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Page 22: Operating The Sg-Ultra Max
Operating the SG-Ultra Max Connecting the Filling Tube • Screw in the filling tube by hand until you feel some resistance against turning. Do not use any tools for screwing in the filling tube. Fig. 7 - 1 Connecting the filling tube Attaching the Syringe Adapter Remove the screw plug at the side of the instrument. -
Page 23: Switching The Instrument On
To switch the instrument off, press the key until "Power Off" is displayed. If the instrument is in the energy saving mode (see Chapter 8.4), SG-Ultra Max switches automatically off after 3, 5 or 10 minutes inactivity (depending on the setting). -
Page 24: Defining The Basic Settings
Select °C or °F as the temperature unit and press <Save>. Sound Settings When sound is enabled, SG-Ultra Max beeps when it is switched on and off and when a key is pressed. When sound is disabled, the instrument only beeps when it is switched on and off. -
Page 25: Backlight
Select the preferred setting (-8 to +8) and press <Save>. Allocation of the Softkey Function On the front side of SG-Ultra Max are two softkeys. When the instrument displays the main screen, the left softkey always takes you to the main menu. The right softkey can be allocated with one out of three predefined functions. -
Page 26: Password Protection
Enter your new password using the arrow keys and press <Continue>. If you want to disable the password protection entirely, enter <0000> as the new password and press <Continue>. Enter the password again and press <Save>. Only for SG-Ultra Max versions with RFID interface C96IB001ML-A... -
Page 27: Date And Time Settings
Date and Time Settings During operation the information header always displays the current date and time. To set date and time Press <Menu> and select "Setup > Date and Time > Set Date and Time". Enter the current day, month and year using the arrow keys and confirm each of your selections by pressing <OK>. -
Page 28: Exchanging Data With A Pc
Exchanging Data with a PC Your SG-Ultra Max features wireless data transfer from and to a PC via the integrated IrDA interface. You need a PC with an infrared interface or a PC with an IrDA USB adapter installed and connected. Contact your EEPS representative if you need an IrDA USB adapter for your PC. -
Page 29: Importing Data From A Pc
• Firmware updates Establish a connection between the SG-Ultra Max and the PC (see Chapter 9.1). Press <Menu> and select "Setup > Import / Export > Receive from PC". On the PC, right mouse-click on the file you want to send and select "Send to >... -
Page 30: Performing A Measurement
Make sure you wear protective clothes or ensure alternative protection from burns when handling high temperature samples. WARNING SG-Ultra Max not insulated against high voltages. Measuring samples under high voltage (e.g. in energized battery banks) bears the risk of an electric shock. -
Page 31: Selecting The Measuring Unit
If the sample measured is outside the temperature specifications (0 to +40 ° C), the display shows the warning sign until the sample has reached a measurable temperature. If the measured value is nevertheless saved, it is shown with an exclamation mark. -
Page 32: Categories Of Measuring Units
10.1.1 Categories of Measuring Units For further details, see Appendix B. Meas. Options Description units Density Density Density at the displayed measuring temperature in g/cm or kg/m Density @ xx °C: Density at the chosen reference α (g/cm temperature in g/cm or kg/m . - Page 33 For determining degree Baumé there are two different calculation methods depending on whether the density is above or below the density of water. Depending on the density of the measured liquid, SG-Ultra Max automatically switches between the two calculation methods. H2SO4 H2SO4 % w/w Concentration of sulfuric acid or battery acid in % by weight.
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Page 34: Calculating A Temperature Coefficient
10.1.2 Calculating a Temperature Coefficient A temperature coefficient α (g/cm /K) is needed for the calculation of some measuring units at a certain reference temperature. The temperature coefficient can be calculated as follows: ρ ρ – Temperature coefficient ------------------ – ... -
Page 35: Selecting Measuring Methods
If you plan to set up or edit large method lists, you can do so conveniently on the PC and then import the list to SG-Ultra Max. If you own several SG-Ultra Max instruments, you can import the same method list to all instruments to get several identical instruments. - Page 36 _ ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ° ² ³ µ Ä Ö Ü ß ä é ö ü Method list template The following table explains the lines of a method list: <SG-Ultra Max> <METHODLIST> <METHOD> <NAME>ALCOHOL</NAME>...
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Page 37: Editing A Method
10.2.3 Editing a Method Press <Menu> and choose "Methods > Edit Method". Select the method you want to edit and press <OK>. For changing a method name, see Chapter 10.2.1; for allocating an RFID tag, see Chapter 10.5.2; for programming an RFID tag, see Chapter 10.5.3. 10.2.4 Deleting Methods Press <Menu>... -
Page 38: Entering Sample Id Lists
If you plan to set up or edit large sample ID lists, you can do so conveniently on the PC and then import the list to SG-Ultra Max. If you own several SG-Ultra Max instruments, you can import the same sample ID list to all instruments to get severa identical instruments. -
Page 39: Editing Sample Ids
Sample ID list The following table explains each line of a sample ID list: <SG-Ultra Max> <IDLIST> <ID> <NAME>ETHANOL</NAME> Name of the first ID: <Ethanol> <RFID>0100.7916.3A16</RFID> RFID Tag 0100.7916.3A16 allocated </ID> <ID> <NAME>WATER</NAME> Name of the second ID: <Water> <RFID></RFID>... -
Page 40: Selecting The Measurement Mode
ID and/ or method on the instrument or can be programmed accordingly. 10.5.1 Preconditions for Using RFID The reading range of the RFID receiver integrated in SG-Ultra Max is about 2 cm. The RFID tag has to be situated within this area to enable data exchange with SG-Ultra Max. -
Page 41: Allocating Rfid Tags
Allocation of an RFID tag is done by reading the unique identification number of the tag via the RFID interface of SG-Ultra Max and by allocating this identification number to a method and/or sample ID on the instrument. Allocation is done exclusively on the instrument and no programming of the RFID tag is done. -
Page 42: Programming Rfid Tags
Besides allocation of RFID tags to sample IDs and/or methods on the instrument (see Chapter 10.5.2), SG-Ultra Max versions with RFID interface provide the option to write the sample ID and/or method to an RFID tag. Using this programming feature makes you independent regarding the amount of sample IDs and methods used as no sample ID list or method list has to be stored permanently on the instrument. -
Page 43: Reading Rfid Information
Reading the RFID information helps you to identify an RFID tag in case the tags got mixed up, or you want to check if the tag was programmed correctly, or you want to check the compatibility of a tag type with SG-Ultra Max versions with RFID interface. The RFID information states details about: •... -
Page 44: Filling Sample
The method and/or sample ID allocated to or stored on the RFID tag will automatically be used for the following measurements. 10.6 Filling Sample Depending on the viscosity of the sample, you can fill the measuring cell using the filling tube or the plastic syringe. When filling highly viscous samples, we recommend using the plastic syringe. -
Page 45: Performing A Measurement
Fill the measuring cell with the sample. Press the key on the back of SG-Ultra Max. The measured value is displayed as soon as the result has stabilized. The measured value with all corresponding data is now saved in the results list. -
Page 46: Printing The Measured Value
Switch on the printer with the IrDA interface. Press the <Print> key when the measured value appears on the display. Hold the IrDA interface of SG-Ultra Max to the IrDA interface of the printer to establish communication between the printer and density meter. -
Page 47: Exporting Measuring Data To A Pc
Your changes are accepted and used for the following data export. The settings for delimiter and decimal point are only applied with CSV data exports. To export a single measured value Establish a connection between the SG-Ultra Max and the PC as described in Chapter 9.1. Press <Menu> and select "Measuring Data". -
Page 48: Printing The Saved Measuring Data
Select <Print Selected> to print the selected measured value or <Print All> to print the whole list of measuring data. Hold the IrDA interface of SG-Ultra Max to the IrDA interface of the printer to allow communication between the printer and the density meter. - Page 49 To delete all measuring data Press <Menu> and select "Measuring Data". Select a measured value and press Select <Delete All> and press <OK>. Press <Delete> when asked if you really want to delete all measuring data. C96IB001ML-A...
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Page 50: Cleaning And Storing The Instrument
Empty the measuring cell (see Chapter 10.7.3). 11.3 Cleaning the Pump Housing SG-Ultra Max is completely sealed against the outside and the pump. Therefore, you can rinse the pump housing with running tap water if the housing is dirty. Open the pump lock and remove the pump. -
Page 51: Cleaning The Housing And Display
11.4 Cleaning the Housing and Display To clean the housing and display, use a soft cloth dipped in ethanol or warm water. If necessary, you can use a mild solvent (pH < 10). 11.5 Storing the Instrument Before storing the instrument for a longer period of time, clean the measuring cell as described in Chapter 11.1. -
Page 52: Maintenance
Only use batteries of the same type and with the same level of battery charge. • For SG-Ultra Max instruments with ATEX marking (SG-Ultra Max Ex and SG-Ultra Max Ex Petrol), only use the permitted alkaline battery type EN91 (LR06, AA) from Energizer Industrial. C96IB001ML-A... - Page 53 Empty the measuring cell (see Chapter 10.7.3). Open the pump lock and remove the pump. Fig. 12 - 1 Removing the pump Screw out the screw of the pump lock using an Allen key size 2.5 and remove the screw. Fig.
- Page 54 Fig. 12 - 3 Removing the pump lock Use a coin to open the battery cover by turning. Fig. 12 - 4 Opening the battery cover Remove the flat batteries by turning the instrument upside down. Insert the new batteries. The picture on the back of the instrument shows the correct positioning of the batteries.
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Page 55: Carrying Out A Firmware Update
12.2 Carrying out a Firmware Update Your EEPS representative will inform you when a new firmware update for your SG-Ultra Max is available. After receiving the update file, you can import it into the instrument. Establish a connection between the SG-Ultra Max and the PC as described in Chapter 9.1. -
Page 56: Readjustment
13 Readjustment If the measuring cell is not sufficiently cleaned, residue can form in the measuring cell. This can be noticed if the density values for deionized water begin to deviate. Therefore, perform regularly check measurements with deionized water. If the density values for water deviate by more than ±0.001 g/cm at the given temperature from the table values (see Appendix A), then a readjustment is required. -
Page 57: Custom Adjustment
13.3 Custom Adjustment You can also use any other reference liquid with a known density at 20 °C and known temperature coefficient for your readjustment. We recommend using the customer adjustment e.g. if you measure only liquids in a specific density range (e.g. high density) and want to yield more accurate results in this range. -
Page 58: Restoring To Factory Adjustment
13.5 Restoring to Factory Adjustment If you want to undo all your adjustments, you can restore the factory adjustment. Press <Menu> and select "Adjustment > Factory Adjustment". The display shows: "Are you sure that you want to reset to factory adjustment?" Press <OK>... -
Page 59: Error Messages And Warnings
Error 01 The temperature is invalid. Error 02 The period is invalid. Error 03 SG-Ultra Max has no adjustment data. Error 04 Calculation error. If the error messages "Error 01" to "Error 04" occur, send in your NOTICE instrument for service. -
Page 60: Technical Data
160 x 240 pixel 1024 measuring data Data memory: Interfaces: SG-Ultra Max: IrOBEX/IrLPT SG-Ultra Max Tag&Log, SG-Ultra Max Ex and SG-Ultra Max Ex Petrol: IrOBEX/IrLPT, RFID Power supply: Battery type: Alkaline battery 1.5V, type EN91 (LR06, AA) from Energizer Industrial Battery life: >... -
Page 61: Wetted Parts
Weight (incl. batteries): SG-Ultra Max: 345 g (12.2 ounces) SG-Ultra Max Tag&Log, SG-Ultra Max Ex: 351 g (12.4 ounces) SG-Ultra Max Ex Petrol: 396 g (14.0 ounces) Viscosity < 100 mPa·s, density range 0 to 2 g/cm The sample must not freeze in the oscillator. -
Page 62: Appendix A: Density Of Water (0 °C To 40 °C)
Appendix A: Density of Water (0 °C to 40 °C) T °C .99984 .99985 .99985 .99986 .99987 .99987 .99988 .99988 .99989 .99989 .99990 .99990 .99991 .99991 .99992 .99992 .99993 .99993 .99993 .99994 .99994 .99994 .99995 .99995 .99995 .99995 .99996 .99996 .99996 .99996 .99996 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99997 .99996 .99996 .99996 .99996 .99996 .99995 .99995 .99995 .99995 .99994... -
Page 63: Appendix B: Measuring Unit Details
Appendix B: Measuring Unit Details Measuring unit Minimum Maximum Unit Format Offset format 0.0000 3.0000 g/cm³ n.nnnn 0.0nnn Density 0000.0 3000.0 kg/m³ nnnn.n 00nn.n 0.0000 3.0000 g/cm³ n.nnnn 0.0nnn Density @ xx °C 0000.0 3000.0 kg/m³ nnnn.n 00nn.n Specific Gravity SG 0.0000 3.0000 n.nnnn... - Page 64 Measuring unit Minimum Maximum Unit Format Offset format 0.5000 1.5000 g/cm³ nnnn.n 0.0nnn API Density A 0500.0 1500.0 kg/m³ n.nnnn 00nn.n 0.5000 1.5000 g/cm³ nnnn.n 0.0nnn API Density B 0500.0 1500.0 kg/m³ n.nnnn 00nn.n 0.5000 1.5000 g/cm³ nnnn.n 0.0nnn API Density D 0500.0 1500.0 kg/m³...
- Page 65 Measuring unit ρ ρ [°C] [°C] valid valid [g/cm [g/cm [°C] [°C] H2SO4 % w/w H2SO4 @ 20 °C Alcohol % v/v @ 20 °C Alcohol % w/w Alcohol US @ 60 °F API Gravity A API Gravity B API Gravity D API SG A API SG B API SG D...
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Page 66: Appendix C: Firmware Versions
Appendix C: Firmware Versions Firmware Release Document Comments version date number V1.54 10.04.2009 C96IB01A First released version. V1.57 05.05.2009 C96IB01A 10 programmable custom functions. V1.78 19.10.2009 C96IB01B • New start screen • Setup menu "Measurement Mode" • Extended RFID functionality (programming RFID tags, reading RFID information, erasing RFID tags) -
Page 67: Appendix D: Menu Tree
Appendix D: Menu Tree Measuring Data Export Export All Export Selected Print All Print Selected Sample-ID Select ID Enter new ID Edit ID Send ID to RFID Methods Select Method Enter new Method Edit Method Send Method to RFID Measuring Units Density Density Density @ xx °C... - Page 68 Backlight On; Auto; Off Energy Saving Off; 3 min; 5 min; 10 Beep On; Off Units Density: g/cm3; kg/m3 Temperature: °C; °F RFID Information RFID Erase RFID Language English Device Information Only for SG-Ultra Max versions with RFID interface C96IB001ML-A...
- Page 69 PCE Instruments UK Ltd. Units 12/13 Southpoint Business Park Ensign Way, Southampton Hampshire United Kingdom, SO31 4RF Phone: +44 ( 0 ) 2380 98703 0 Fax: +44 ( 0 ) 2380 98703 9 E-Mail: info@industrial-needs.com Homepage: http://www.industrial-needs.com Web: http://www.pce-instruments.com/english/...
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