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Orcada viscometer software 130-76-c/130-76-1-c
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Model 900 Viscometer
130-76-C (115 Volt)
130-76-1-C (230 Volt)
ORCADA
Model 900 Software
®
Instruction Manual
Updated 1/4/2017
Ver. 14.0
Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc.
OFI Testing Equipment, Inc.
11302 Steeplecrest Dr. · Houston, Texas · 77065 · U.S.A.
Tele: 832.320.7300 · Fax: 713.880.9886 · www.ofite.com
Copyright OFITE 2015
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  • Page 1 ® Instruction Manual Updated 1/4/2017 Ver. 14.0 Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. 11302 Steeplecrest Dr. · Houston, Texas · 77065 · U.S.A. Tele: 832.320.7300 · Fax: 713.880.9886 · www.ofite.com Copyright OFITE 2015 ©...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Adjusting the P Value ..............49 Transducer Linearization ............50 Driver Install ................53 Grounding .................56 Warranty and Return Policy ............57 Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    (RS-232) port using OFITE’s exclusive and field-proven Windows™-based ORCADA software. ® *U.S. Patent Number 8,763,776 Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 4: Components

    Calibration Fluid, 50 cP, 16 oz #134-05-2 Bob Shaft Bearing, Qty: 8 #135-02 External Retainer Ring, Qty: 2 Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 5: Specifications

    F 5.0 (Black) 1,930 16,571 33,587 67,302 9,774 F 10.0 (Orange) 3,860 16,800 33,143 67,175 134,603 19,548 Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 6 <a> Computed for standard Torsion Spring (F 1.0). For other torsion 160.92springs, multiply by F factor <b> Lower viscosities can be measured by the Model 900, however one must take into account the effect of bearing drag, Taylor vortices, zero offset, etc. when looking at the expected accuracy of the reading <c>...
  • Page 7 RPM(max) * AV(max) Minimum Spring Factor (F) = BOB(F)*90000 Bob (F) R1B1 R1B2 R1B3 25.4 R1B4 50.7 R1B5 Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 8: Safety

    There are no user-serviceable components inside the heat cup cover. The Heat Cup should only be serviced by a factory-authorized technician. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 9: Setup

    Also plug the power cord of the heat cup into the back of the Model 900. Turn the knob on the heat cup all the way to maximum to allow the viscometer to control the temperature.
  • Page 10 SETUP (refer to step 5 on page 19 for details) before connecting the unit to the PC Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 11: Software Start

    Windows XP Firewall Alert Communication Available Tests Log Indicator Status Indicator Analysis Data Process Variables Manual Mode Controls Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 12 The light next to this button will shine green while logging is in progress. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 13 “Rotation” - This field determines the rotational speed. The drop-down box beneath the field sets the units to either RPM or 1/s. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 14 Shear Stress variable. The units can be set to: Dyne/cm , lb/100ft , Pa., Dial Reading, lb/ft Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 15: Calibration

    Torsion Spring, F1.0 = 300 cP Torsion Spring, F2.0 = 600 cP Torsion Spring, F3.0 = 900 cP Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 16 Wipe the sample cup dry with a paper towel Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 17: With Computer

    Once the calibration has started, the software will begin filling in the chart and plotting the results on the graph. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 18 0.9990 after multiple calibration tests, the unit will require servicing or new bearings. “r^2C” - This value is not used on the Model 900 and should be ignored. “Temperature” - the temperature of the sample “Shear Rate” - rotational speed (1/s) “RPM”...

  • Page 19: Fluid Manager

    4. Once you have entered all the batches, click “OK” to close the Fluid Manager and return to the Calibration screen. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 20: Operation

    4 = D.R. (*Dial Reading) Press ENTER and then NEXT. *Used to calculate an association with a mechanical viscometer. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 21 Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 22 3) 30 RPM 4) 60 RPM 5) 100 RPM 6) 200 RPM 7) 300 RPM 8) 200 RPM Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 23 Press the NEXT key to page through the test results. Press the CLEAR/STOP key to return to the main menu. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 24: With Computer

    7. Enter a comment in the resulting dialog box. Comments are optional, but can be used later to identify the test results. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 25 Caution: The Model 900 Viscometer thermocouple must be immersed in the fluid before enabling the temperature or heating a sample in the heat cup. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 26: Software

    “Data Archive Directory” - This field specifies the directory to store archived data. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 27: Save Rate Settings

    “Shear Stress Tare” - change in measured shear stress “pH” - pH reading from the external pH meter Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 28: Test Builder

    “Temp” - the temperature setpoint. Enter any letter in this field to indicate “Ambient”. Available Tests Records Test Detail Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 29 “Stir Parameters” - These parameters only apply if the test includes a gel time. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 30 Refer to the “Test Detail” field below the graph for more information. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 31: Select Analysis Outputs

    To remove a data point from the chart, simply uncheck the box next to it. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 32: Saved Test Data

    “Analysed Data” tab shows the results of the calculations based on the Analysis Model. The “Test Setup” tab shows the parameters of the test. Raw Data Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 33 “Experiment Explorer” - Click this button to choose another set of test data to review. “OK” - Click this button to return to the main screen. Analysed Data Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 34: Calibration History

    6. When you are finished reviewing the calibration history, click the “OK” button to return to the main screen. Calibration History Explorer Calibration History Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 35: Import/Export

    7. Click the “Import” button. The new tests will appear in the list in the upper left-hand corner of the Main Screen. Export Import Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 36: Onboard Program Manager

    “Program Steps” box to the Model 900 unit. Each slot in the “Onboard Programs” box corresponds to a program number on the Model 900. The first slot will be #1 on the unit, the second slot will be #2, etc.
  • Page 37 “Delete Row” - deletes the selected row in the “Program Steps” box “Insert Row” - inserts a new row above and identical to the selected row Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 38: Upload Test Data

    Software 1. To transfer the results of the last test from the Model 900 unit to the PC, click “Utilities”, then “900 Onboard Functions”, then “Upload Test Data”. Upload Test Data 2. Click the “Upload” button to initiate the transfer and display the data on the screen.
  • Page 39 6. Press the “OK” button to close the “Upload Test Data” and return to the main screen. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 40: Disassembly

    Tools Required: Allen Wrench, 1/16" Allen Wrench, 5/64" Split Ring Pliers, small Bob Shaft Wrench (provided) Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 41: Bob Shaft Bearing Replacement

    Zero Calibration Knob Transducer Spring Mounting Plate Standoff Notch Torsion Spring Motor Encoder Board Sensor Spring Mounting Plate Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 42 Torsion Spring Transducer Bearing Guide Upper Magnet Assembly Bob Shaft Lower Bearing Retainer Ring Bearing Guide Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 43 18. Screw the upper magnet assembly onto the bottom of the bob shaft (for KlikLock™ units only). Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 44 26. Adjust the P value (see page 49 for instructions). Then recalibrate the viscometer (see page 14). Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 45: Main Shaft Bearing Replacement

    Main Shaft Main Shaft Bearing (Upper) Chain Main Housing Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 46 (see page 14). Split Ring Groove Gear (#130-76-23) Lower Main Bearing (#130-76-04) Rotor Tube (#130-76-22) Split Ring (#130-76-05) Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 47: Torsion Spring Replacement

    8. Run the TransCal procedure (Steps 10 - 14 on page 52). 9. Recalibrate the viscometer (See page 19). Torsion Spring Transducer Clamp Transducer Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 48: Appendix

    Slope = (A2 - A1) / (M2 - M1) Offset = (A1 / Slope) - M1 Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 49 14. The Model 900 should now display the same temperature (± 0.2°C) as the calibrated thermometer. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 50: Adjusting The P Value

    12. Turn the unit off and then on to make sure the P value does not drift. 13. Calibrate the viscometer with fluid. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 51: Transducer Linearization

    3. Set the following port settings: Bits per second: 38400 Data bits: 8 Parity: None Stop bits: 1 Flow control: None Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 52 9. Type N and press Enter. The software will show details of the calibration. Close Hyperterminal. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 53 ® 14. Calibrate the viscometer through the ORCADA software before running ® any other tests. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 54: Driver Install

    Appendix If using the included Serial to USB Converter cable (part # 130-79-19) to connect to the Model 900, the PC will require a driver. This driver is included Driver Install on the same CD that contains the ORCADA software. To install the driver: ®...
  • Page 55 Click the Start Menu. Open the “Control Panel”. Click the “Hardware and Sound” link. Click on the Device Manager link in the “Devices and Printers” options. Patent No. 6,776,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
  • Page 56 10. Open the Options screen in the ORCADA software. Choose the COM ® port listed in Device Manager. Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 57: Grounding

    Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. When in doubt, consult a qualified electrician Patent No. 6,766,028 - OFI Testing Equipment, Inc. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...

  • Page 58: Warranty And Return Policy

    In the event that OFITE is requested to provide customized research and development for the buyer, OFITE shall use its best efforts but makes no guarantees to the buyer that any products will be provided. OFITE makes no other warranties or guarantees to the buyer, either express or implied,...

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