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BANTE TB100 Instruction Manual

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TB100 Portable Turbidimeter
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BANTE INSTRUMENTS LIMITED

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  • Page 1 TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Instruction Manual BANTE INSTRUMENTS LIMITED...

  • Page 2: Unpacking The Meter

    TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Introduction Thank you for selecting the TB100 portable turbidimeter. This manual provides a step-by-step guide to help you operate the meter, please carefully read the following instructions before use. UNPACKING THE METER: Before unpacking, ensure that the current work environment meet following conditions.
  • Page 3 Overview TB100 portable turbidimeter measures turbidity from 0 to 1100 NTU/FNU, or 0 to 275 EBC, or 0 to 9999 ASBC. The setup menu contains the 7 optional parameters. Data can be stored and transferred to the computer by USB interface.
  • Page 4 TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Display INDEX: Low Battery Alarm: Setup mode icon: When battery is depleted, the icon will disappear Indicates meter is in SETUP mode Measurement mode icon: Memory mode icon: Indicates meter is in the measurement mode Indicates data is stored into memory...
  • Page 5 TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Keypad INDEX: FUNCTION ● Switching the turbidimeter On or Off. ● Press the key to perform a measurement. MEAS| ● In the calibration or setting mode, exits current mode and returns to measurement. ● Press the key to enter the calibration mode.

  • Page 6: Inserting The Battery

    TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Inserting the Battery TB100 portable turbidimeter is packaged with one 9V battery. Before using, insert the battery into the battery compartment, follow the procedure outlined below. Remove the battery compartment cover from the meter’s backside. Insert the 9V battery into the battery compartment, note polarity.

  • Page 7: Setup Menu

    TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Setup Menu TB100 portable turbidimeter contains an integrated setup menu that allows you to customize each displayed option to meet measurement requirements. PARAMETER DESCRIPTION OPTIONS DESCRIPTION DEFAULT Date and Time Sets the date and time for data log ●...
  • Page 8 Press ◄ or ► key to set the date and time, press ENTER key to confirm until the meter returns to measurement mode. Setting is completed. SETTING THE TURBIDITY UNIT: TB100 portable turbidimeter is capable of selecting the four turbidity units, including the NTU, FNU, EBC and ASBC. The default setting is NTU. Press and hold the key for 3 seconds to enter setup menu.

  • Page 9: Setting The Resolution

    AUTO-POWER OFF: TB100 portable turbidimeter has an auto-power off function that can be set to 15 minutes or OFF. When auto-power off function is enabled, if you do not press any key within the specified time period, the meter will automatically turn off.

  • Page 10: Restore Factory Settings

    TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Press ENTER key to confirm, the meter shows NO/OFF indicating that the auto-power off function is disabled. Press ◄ or ► key to enable or disable this function.  Press ENTER key to confirm, the meter returns to measurement mode. Setting is completed.

  • Page 11: Exit The Setup Menu

    SELECTING THE MEASURMENT MODE: TB100 portable turbidimeter contains two measurement modes. In the single measurment mode, the meter will automatically recognize a stable reading. The continuous measurements can be used to index or match sample vials. For more information, please refer to page 22 (Indexing and matching sample vials).
  • Page 12 TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Important Notes for Measurement and Calibration ● Do not hold the meter in the hand during measurement and calibration. ● Glass vials and caps must be cleaned thoroughly with deionised water after each measurement. Minor residuals can cause errors.

  • Page 13: Turbidity Calibration

    TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Turbidity Calibration ● TB100 portable turbidimeter is calibrated with Formazin Standards at the factory and does not require user calibration before use. ● Do not shake or agitate the calibration standard violently to prevent air bubbles. ●...
  • Page 14 TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Press ENTER key, the displayed value stops flashing. If necessary, press ◄ or ► key to modify the calibration value. Press ENTER key, the vial icon begins flashing. Wait for the measured value to stabilize, the vial icon will disappear on the display.

  • Page 15: Turbidity Measurement

    TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Turbidity Measurement An accurate turbidity measurement depends on good measurement techniques. Factors such as clean sample vials, positioning of vial in the sample chamber, covering the vial with the light shield lid, meter calibration, removal of bubbles, etc. For more information, please refer to page 11 (Important Notes for Measurement and Calibration).

  • Page 16: Continuous Measurements

    TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Where: T = Ture turbidity of the original sample = Measured value = Volume of the original sample (mL) = Volume of the dilution water (mL) CONTINUOUS MEASUREMENTS: Select the continuous measurement mode in the setup menu (Refer to page 10 “Selecting the measurement mode”).

  • Page 17: Storing And Recalling Data From Memory

    TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Storing and Recalling Data from Memory TB100 portable turbidimeter allows up to 100 data sets to be stored and recalled. MEMORY INPUT: During the measurement process, press MI key to input measured value into the memory, Memory icon appears on the display.

  • Page 18: Clear Stored Data

    TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Clear Stored Data When the meter memory is full, the display will show FULL and waiting for user to clear the stored data. Press and hold the key for 3 seconds to enter setup menu. Press ◄ or ► key until the display shows CLR/P-4.

  • Page 19: Receiving Data

    Communication Bante Instruments provides a free Data Acquisition System that can be used to transfer data, receive the measuring values or import the data to Excel. Before using, ensure that Windows 7/8/10 operating system has been installed on your computer.

  • Page 20: Specifications

    TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Specifications Model TB100 Measurement Method ISO 7027 nephelometric method (90° ) Measurement Range 0~1100 NTU/FNU, 0~275 EBC, 0~9999 ASBC Resolution 0.01 (0~100 NTU), 0.1 (100~999 NTU), 1 (999~1100 NTU) Accuracy ± 2% (0~500 NTU), ± 3% (501~1100 NTU) Default Calibration Standards 0.02 NTU, 10.00 NTU, 200 NTU, 500 NTU, 1000 NTU or User-Defined...
  • Page 21 TB100 Portable Turbidimeter Addendum 2. Preparation of Standard Formazin Solutions Preparation of turbidity-free water: Turbidity-free water is used for preparation of turbidity standards and is prepared by filtering deionized water through a 0.45µm or smaller pore-sized membrane. Preparation of turbidity standards: ●...
  • Page 22 Hazardous Substance Statement Bante Instruments Limited is committed to the reduction and eventual elimination of all hazardous substances in both the manufacturing process and finished products we supply. We have an active manufacturing and procurement program to minimize and eliminate the use of harmful heavy metals such as cadmium, lead, mercury and the like.

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