Calibration; Calibration Equipment; The Output Calibration Screen; The Measurement Calibration Screen - Ametek i Series User Manual

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6. Calibration

The Routine Calibration should be performed every 12 months. Non-routine Calibration is only
required if a related assembly is replaced or if the periodic calibration is unsuccessful.
All standard models and configurations of the iX/i Series may be calibrated using a PC running
Windows 98/2000/XP, and the latest version of the CIGUI32 AC source control software. Refer
to the CIGUI32 online help file of the CIGUI32 software for additional procedures and guidance.
To download the latest version of the CIGUI32, visit www.calinst.com.

6.1 Calibration Equipment

Digital Phase Meter:
Digital Multimeter:
10 milliohm Current Shunt:
1 milliohm Current Shunt:
(10001i/iX, 15001i/ix and
15003iX-MODE):
Load Bank:
Computer (Optional)

6.2 The Output Calibration Screen

To show the OUTPUT CALIBRATION screen for the first time press the MENU key twice to
display the MENU 3 screen. Press the
Press the ENTER key. Type 5000 and press the ENTER key to show the OUTPUT
CALIBRATION screen. Press the PHASE key to select the phase to be calibrated for a 15003iX
power system with one controller.

6.3 The Measurement Calibration Screen

To show the MEASUREMENT CALIBRATION screen follow the steps in paragraph 6.2. Select
the MEASUREMENT CAL function instead of OUTPUT CAL from the MENU 2 screen. If
another CALIBRATION screen has been accessed since power-up no password is needed. If a
password is needed use the value 5000.
i Series / iX Series
Krohn-Hite, Model 6620 or equivalent. (0.01° resolution, 0.02°
accuracy.)
Fluke 8506A
HP 34401A (two required)
Isotek Model RUG-Z-R010-0.1 or equivalent
Isotek Model RUG-Z-R001-0.1
Various high power load resistors will be needed.
PC to operate California Instruments CIGui32.
or key several times to highlight OUTPUT CAL.
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