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  • Page 1 Peristaltic Pump User’s Guide User’s Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety | 1 Symbols and Notices | 1 Intended Use | 2 Safety Cover | 3 Operating Conditions | 4 Solvents | 4 Replacement Parts | 4 Sécurité | 5 Symboles et avertissements | 5 Utilisation prévue | 6 Capot de protection | 7 Conditions de fonctionnement | 8 Solvants | 8...
  • Page 4 CHAPTER 1 | Introduction | 9 Unpacking | 10 Customer Service | 10 Description | 11 Speed Control Module | 12 Front Panel | 12 Rear Panel | 14 Pump Head with Safety Cover | 15 CHAPTER 2 | Setup | 19 Electrical | 20 Remote Control Connections | 20 Install or Change the Pump Head | 23...
  • Page 5 Flow Rate Selection and Adjustment | 33 Selection | 33 Adjustment | 33 Recommendations | 37 Gilson Connectors and Couplers | 38 Connectors | 38 Coupling Kits | 40 Couplers | 40 Operation | 41 CHAPTER 3 | Keypad Functions | 42...
  • Page 6 Electrical Contact Control | 54 Start/Stop Input (Contact Input) | 54 Direction Control (Contact Input) | 54 Pump Speed (Analog Input) | 55 Control by Gilson Devices | 55 GSIOC Control | 55 GSIOC Commands | 56 Control Modes | 56...

  • Page 7: Safety

    SaFetY Chapter 3 | Read this section before installing and operating the pump. Symbols and Notices The following internationally recognized electronic and hazard symbols may appear on the instrument: Symbol Explanation Direct current Protective conductor terminal Electrical power ON Electrical power OFF Caution Mechanical hazard MINIPULS®...

  • Page 8: Intended Use

    Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this user’s guide violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. Gilson assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements. INteNded USe...

  • Page 9: Safety Cover

    The MINIPULS 3 has been certified to safety standards required in Canada, Europe, and the United States. Refer to the instrument rear panel label and the Declaration of Conformity document for the current standards to which the instrument has been found compliant.

  • Page 10: Operating Conditions

    Be sure to use only replacement parts specified in this user’s guide. Do not repair or change parts which are not listed in this user’s guide. If it is necessary to change parts not listed, please contact your local Gilson representative. SOLveNtS MINIPULS® 3 PerIStaLtIc PUMP...

  • Page 11: Sécurité

    SÉCUrItÉ Chapter 4 | Merci de lire ces instructions avant toute installation ou utilisation de MINIPULS 3. Symboles et avertissements Les symboles suivants sont susceptibles d’apparaître sur l’instrument: Symbole Signification Courant continu Borne de terre de protection Sous tension Hors tension Attention Danger méchanique...

  • Page 12: Utilisation Prévue

    Le non-respect de ces précautions ou des avertissements spécifiques mentionnés dans ce guide compromet les normes de sécurité de conception, de fabrication et d’utilisation prévue de l’instrument. Gilson décline toute responsabilité en cas d’’incapacité du client à se conformer à ces exigences. UtILISatION PréVUe...

  • Page 13: Capot De Protection

    MINIPULS 3 a été certifiée conformément aux normes de sécurité en vigueur au Canada, en europe et aux etats-Unis. Merci de vous reporter aux indications mentionnées sur le panneau arrière de l’instrument ainsi qu’au document de Déclaration de Conformité aux normes pour lesquelles l’instrument a été...

  • Page 14: Conditions De Fonctionnement

    Ne tentez pas de réparer ou remplacer des pièces ne figurant pas dans ce guide. Si le remplacement de pièces ne figurant pas dans ce guide s’avérait nécessaire, merci de contacter votre représentant Gilson local. SOLVaNtS MINIPULS® 3 PerIStaLtIc PUMP...

  • Page 15: Introduction

    This user’s guide describes how to set up and operate a MINIPULS 3. It also describes some of the methodology required to obtain accurate reproducible results.

  • Page 16: Unpacking

    Unpacking Upon receipt of your MINIPULS 3, unpack it and check that all of the parts are included even if it is not for immediate use. Report any loss or damage immediately. Keep the original packaging in case the MINIPULS 3 must be returned to the factory.

  • Page 17: Description

    (reactors, fermenters, etc.). • formation of gradients (concentration, pH, etc.). Control of the MINIPULS 3 is from a computer via GSIOC and Gilson TRILUTION® LH software, remote control by contact closure, or manual control by front panel operation. MINIPULS® 3 PERISTALTIC PUMP...

  • Page 18: Speed Control Module

    Speed Control Module The figure shows a general view of a MINIPULS 3, before the head is installed. Front Panel Keypad Display Figure 3 Front Panel SPEEd CoNTRoL ModULE MINIPULS® 3 PERISTALTIC PUMP...
  • Page 19 The front panel consists of: • a keypad • Slower - Decrease the pump speed Faster - Increase the pump speed • • Rabbit - Set speed to 48 rpm for priming Forwards - Start the pump clockwise • • Backwards - Start the pump counter-clockwise Stop - Stop the pump •...

  • Page 20: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel Power on/off switch input GSIOC Contact device input port Figure 4 Rear Panel The rear panel consists of: • a power on/off switch • a DC input • a fan • a contact input port • a 9-pin GSIOC port •...

  • Page 21: Pump Head With Safety Cover

    Pump Head with Safety Cover Pump heads are composed of a rotor with idle stainless steel rollers that press a flexible piece of tubing against a cam. In this way liquids are pumped by a peristaltic effect. There are two types of pump heads: the MP (standard) and the HF (High Flow) series.
  • Page 22 Adjustment Locking key screw Compression cam Trigger key The images on this page are shown without safety covers for NOTE clarity. Fixed Mobile Fixed retaining bar PUMP HEAd wITH SAFETy CovER MINIPULS® 3 PERISTALTIC PUMP...
  • Page 23 R1 Pump Head R2 Pump Head R8 Pump Head R4 Pump Head R2/HF Pump Head R4/HF Pump Head MINIPULS® 3 PERISTALTIC PUMP | USER'S GUIdE...

  • Page 25: Setup

    • Tubing - Selection and Fitting on page 26 • Safety Cover Installation on page 33 Flow Rate Selection and Adjustment • on page 33 • Gilson Connectors and Couplers on page 38 MINIPULS® 3 PERISTALTIC PUMP | USER'S GUIdE...

  • Page 26: Electrical

    Electrical Remote Control Connections ELECTRICAL CONTACTS The MINIPULS 3 can be started and stopped remotely using electrical inputs. The direction of rotation and pump speed may also be changed. The electrical contacts are made using the terminal block on the rear panel. The contacts, which are numbered 1 through 8, have the functions listed below.
  • Page 27 • wire insulation stripper a 6-foot piece of suitable cable (part number 709910206) is available for purchase from Gilson. To make connections with the 2-conductor cable: Cut the cable into pieces of appropriate length. 2 Strip about 8 mm of insulation from each end of the cable.
  • Page 28 COMPUTER CONTROL To control the MINIPULS 3 from a computer, connect an appropriate Gilson interface module, or a Gilson rS-232 adapter to the computer. Next, connect a Gilson Serial Input/Output Channel (GSIOC) cable between the interface module (or adapter) and the MINIPULS 3, and any other Gilson devices that are controlled from the same computer.

  • Page 29: Install Or Change The Pump Head

    Install or Change the Pump Head Follow these procedures to install or replace a pump head. The safety cover must be installed on the pump head before operating the pump. Failure to do so presents a mechanical hazard to the user. Refer to Safety Cover Installation on page 33.

  • Page 30: Open Pump Head

    Open Pump Head Unlock each channel of the head by pressing the trigger key towards the roller barrel. 2 Swing the compression cam out. Safety cover Trigger Compression INSTALL OR CHANGE THE PUMP HEAd MINIPULS® 3 PERISTALTIC PUMP...

  • Page 31: Install Pump Head

    Install Pump Head Place the two mounting screws (part number 4011564204, supplied in the accessory kit) through the pump head. 2 Install the pump head on top of the speed control module in the desired position; four are possible. do not position it with the drain tube to the front.

  • Page 32: Tubing - Selection And Fitting

    The user then links the MINIPULS 3 with other hydraulic components of the system (for example chromatographic columns) using connection tubing, connectors, and couplers of appropriate diameter and material.

  • Page 33: Type Of Material

    2 to 6.4 Tubing made of various materials and with different internal diameters is available from Gilson. The tubing sizes and materials, recommended for MP and hF pump heads are shown in the table. Tubing sizes are specified as internal diameter (Id) in millimeters (mm).

  • Page 34: Diameter And Flow Rate

    diameter and Flow Rate recommended Tubing (by application) Iso- Material Silicone Polypropylene Versinic® (Viton®) Polypropylene- Polyvinyl Silicone Fluorinated Composition based material chloride elastomer elastomer with plasticizer Physical Transparent, Translucent, Opaque, beige Opaque, black characteristics clear, rigid beige Temperature Up to 94°C Up to 230°C -60 to 135°C -20 to 200°C...

  • Page 35: Fitting The Tubing

    Select the peristaltic tubing diameter that gives the desired flow rate after referring to Flow Rate Selection and Adjustment on page 33. These graphs represent the values obtained in laboratory tests, where the liquid was allowed to flow freely from the tubing against atmospheric pressure only.
  • Page 36 MP PUMP HEAdS adjustment screw Locking key Trigger key Compression Only peristaltic tubing with retaining stops can be fitted to MP pump heads. Unlock each channel of the head by pressing the trigger key (a) towards the roller barrel. 2 Position the tubing around the rollers; it is kept in place by the plastic stops (B).
  • Page 37 HF PUMP HEAdS Peristaltic Tubing with retaining Stops Unlock each channel of the head by pressing the trigger key (a) towards the roller barrel. 2 Position the tubing around the rollers; they are kept in place by the plastic stops (B).
  • Page 38 Peristaltic Tubing without retaining Stops adjustment Locking screw Trigger key Movable retaining Fixed The peristaltic tubing is kept in place by clamps. The movable retaining bar (C) must be fitted in such a way that the large triangular pathways are on the side of the fixed bar. To fit the tubing, use the same procedure as above.

  • Page 39: Safety Cover Installation

    Safety Cover Installation Place the cover. 2 align the screws with their inserts as shown in the image at right. 3 Tighten the screws. Flow Rate Selection and Adjustment Selection The following charts may be used to select the approximate pump head speed (rpm) that is required to achieve the desired flow rate.
  • Page 40 If the pump is used with a system that provides a back pressure (e.g., a chromatographic column), tighten the screw by one or two extra turns to obtain the required flow rate. MP Model - Small Sized Tubing Pump Head Speed (RPM) Figure 5 Speed/Flow Rate Chart (Small Sized Tubing) SAFETy COvER INSTALLATION...
  • Page 41 MP Model - Medium Sized Tubing Pump Head Speed (RPM) Figure 6 Speed/Flow Rate Chart (Medium Sized Tubing) HF Model - Large Sized Tubing Pump Head Speed (RPM) Figure 7 Speed/Flow Rate Chart (Large Sized Tubing) MINIPULS® 3 PERISTALTIC PUMP | USER'S GUIdE...
  • Page 42 HF Model - Fluoroelastomer Tubing Pump Head Speed (RPM) Figure 8 Speed/Flow Rate Chart (Fluoroelastomer Sized Tubing) HF Model - Silicone Tubing Pump Head Speed (RPM) Figure 9 Speed/Flow Rate Chart (Silicone Sized Tubing) SAFETy COvER INSTALLATION MINIPULS® 3 PERISTALTIC PUMP...

  • Page 43: Recommendations

    Recommendations • To ensure that consistent and accurate flow rates are maintained, systematically replace peristaltic tubing as soon as it appears to be worn. you can reduce wear on the tubing by running at slower speeds, by using tubing of a larger diameter, or by loosening the adjustment screws.

  • Page 44: Gilson Connectors And Couplers

    F1179951, large bore (2 to 3 mm) to large bore. Metal sleeve connectors are used for very small bore tubing. Three sizes are available from Gilson for connecting tubing from 0.25 mm Id to 0.8 mm Id. SAFETy COvER INSTALLATION...
  • Page 45 Tubing Id 0.25 0.3–0.5 0.6–0.8 1–2 2–3 Sleeve 0.25 (0.6 Od) Sleeve 0.3–0.5 (0.8 Od) Sleeve 0.6–0.8 (1.1 Od) 1–2 Plastic Plastic 2–3 Plastic MINIPULS® 3 PERISTALTIC PUMP | USER'S GUIdE...

  • Page 46: Coupling Kits

    The figure shows a typical connection to an LPLC system. a Tefzel® connector (part number 495051) is available for connecting flexible tubing (Id 1 to 3 mm) to tubing connection screws at Gilson chromatography column outlets. Couplers Two types of couplers are available.

  • Page 47: Operation

    Chapter 3 OperatION Chapter 3 | Install the pump and make the required hydraulic and electrical Chapter 2 | Setup. connections. Refer to Switch the pump on using the rear-panel switch. Then refer to the following sections, which describe how to use the keypad to control the pump, or to Chapter 4 | Remote Control if the...

  • Page 48: Keypad Functions

    Keypad Functions The keypad has six keys and liquid crystal display (LCD) unit. The keypad functions are summarized below. Slower - Decrease the pump speed • • Faster - Increase the pump speed Rabbit - Set speed to 48 rpm for priming •...
  • Page 49 Slower Faster Rabbit Stop Backwards Forwards Figure 10 Front Panel MINIPULS® 3 PERISTALTIC PUMP | USER'S GUIDE...

  • Page 50: Initialization

    Install tubing as described in page 26. 2 Make sure that the MInIpuLS 3 is connected to the external power supply and that the external power supply is connected to a power source, using the appropriate power cord for your line voltage.
  • Page 51 5 To start the pump, press the or the key, depending on the desired direction of rotation. a ( ) sign or a ( ) sign is then displayed to the left of the speed value. press the RABBIT key to purge or to prime the tubing. The RABBIT key cannot be used until either the or the key has...

  • Page 52: Autostart Function

    Autostart Function The autostart Function enables the pump to restart pumping at power on, in a predetermined way. When the power is restored, the pump idles regardless of its status when the power was cut. The display flashes until any key is pressed. The autostart Function has three modes, as described in the next three paragraphs;...

  • Page 53: Mode Selection

    To set the pre-determined values that are effective when the pump is switched on, proceed as follows. put the pump in the “autostart” mode (see Mode Selection). 2 Set the speed and direction, wait for five seconds, and then switch off. 3 Switch on while pressing the STOP key, then select the “Hold”...

  • Page 54: Changing The Unit Id

    Gilson instrument that’s also connected along the GSIoC. at the factory, Gilson set the unit ID for the MInIpuLS 3 to 30. To change the unit ID, turn the power oFF. Turn the power on again while pressing the STOP key.

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    If the display is blank when the pump is turned on, proceed as follows: If the fan does not run. Check the power connection and (if necessary) replace the power supply. If the display remains blank, contact your local Gilson Blank Display representative. If the fan runs.

  • Page 56: Repair And Return Policies

    Gilson representative will be able to serve you more efficiently if you have the following information: • serial number and model number of the instruments involved. The serial number for the MInIpuLS 3 is located on the rear panel near the fan. • installation procedure you used •...

  • Page 57: Return Procedure

    Return Procedure Contact your local Gilson representative to obtain authorization before returning any Gilson equipment. To return a piece of equipment: Carefully pack the unit to prevent damage in transit. Check with your local Gilson representative regarding proper method of shipment. no responsibility is assumed by Gilson or your local Gilson representative for damage caused by improperly packaged instruments.

  • Page 59: Remote Control

    Chapter 4 reMOte CONtrOL Chapter 4 | Remote contact control is not available if the MINIPULS 3 is already under GSIOC or keypad control. To transition from keypad control to remote control, the pump must be in an idle state.

  • Page 60: Electrical Contact Control

    Electrical Contact Control There are two contact inputs and one analog input available on the 8-pin terminal block connector. These TTL low-level active inputs (0–5V) have a threshold of 2 Volts and are pulled up to 5 Volts with a high impedance.

  • Page 61: Pump Speed (Analog Input)

    Please refer to the respective technical manuals. For more details, please contact your local Gilson representative. GSIOC Control Gilson systems feature a two-way communication interface between the computer and most Gilson instruments. Communication occurs along the Gilson Serial Input Output Channel (GSIOC).

  • Page 62: Gsioc Commands

    For more information on GSIOC, refer to the GSIOC Technical Manual (part number LT2181). Control Modes The MINIPULS 3 offers two levels of digital control mode: Keypad and Remote. • The Keypad mode is the default. The MINIPULS 3 normally works through the keypad and responds to immediate commands through GSIOC.

  • Page 63: Command Descriptions

    A detailed description of each command is provided. The default response given in some of the following descriptions is the response returned by the MINIPULS 3 when an immediate command is sent at power on, or after a master reset. The response to a buffered command is a period (.).
  • Page 64 Command Type Immediate Mode Keypad and Remote Function Request Mode Status Response format “K” for keypad, “R” for remote Default response “K” Command Type Immediate Mode Keypad and Remote Function Master reset Response format $ is echoed Command Type Immediate Mode Keypad and Remote Function...
  • Page 65 All other characters are ignored. A buffered “K” command must be the last in a command string. Note: To make this command work properly, the MINIPULS 3 should not be disconnected from the system master until the buffer is empty. To ensure that this is true the master should send another command (such as an empty string) immediately after any string containing a “K”...
  • Page 66 Command Type Immediate Mode Keypad and Remote Function Request keypad status “cs” where “c” is the code of the last key pressed. “<” = backwards (CCW) “>” = forwards (CW) “+” = faster “-” = slower Response format “H” = stop “&”...
  • Page 67 Command Type Immediate Mode Keypad and Remote Function Read Display “dXX.XXca” where “d” is the direction status “ ” a space if stopped “+” if CW “-” if CCW “XX.XX” is the speed status in rpm “—.—” at full speed (rabbit) Response format “c”...

  • Page 68: Examples

    Examples Example 1 To set the speed at 25 rpm. Command Comment (I) $ ; Master Reset (B) SR ; Set remote mode (B) R2500 ; Set speed to 25.00 rpm This sets the speed without starting the pump; it does not rotate. Example 2 To mimic the key entry sequence CCW+FULL SPEED.

  • Page 69: Appendix

    appeNDIX Chapter 5 | This chapter contains part numbers and technical data (specifications). Part Numbers A speed control module (part number F155001) is required and is supplied with an accessory package. Six pump heads are available: four standard models (1, 2, 4, or 8 channels) and two HF models (2 or 4 channels).

  • Page 70: Standard Accessory Package

    Standard Accessory Package Refer to the table for a listing of the items included in the standard accessory package. Item Part Number Peristaltic tubing pack - 1 x PVC tubing (i.d. 0.4 mm) for MP models - 1 x PVC tubing (i.d. 3.2 mm) for MP and HF models F117930 - 1 x silicone tubing (i.d.

  • Page 71: Additional Accessories

    Additional Accessories Additional accessories such as tubing and connectors can be supplied by Gilson. These items are described in chapter 2 | Setup and are listed below. connectors MetaL SLeeVe coNNectorS For SMaLL Bore tUBING Part Number Description F117985 Set of 5 Stainless steel connectors 0.6 mm oD F117986 Set of 5 Stainless steel connectors 0.8 mm oD...

  • Page 72: Polyvinylchloride (Pvc) Tubing

    PTFE coupler to connect high presure tube-end fittings between 1/4”-28 TPI and 10 495036 mm standard thread. F1410050 Set of 5 PVDF couplers for linking two standard Gilson connection screws (1/4”-28 TPI). Polyvinylchloride (PVc) tubing For use with medium concentration aqueous solutions (acidic or basic).
  • Page 73 PoLyVINyLcHLorIde (PVc) coNNectIoN tUBING Part Number Description F117952 3 meters tubing 0.25 mm id F117953 3 meters tubing 0.38 mm id F117954 3 meters tubing 0.51 mm id F117956 3 meters tubing 0.76 mm id F117958 3 meters tubing 1.02 mm id F117960 3 meters tubing 1.30 mm id F117962...

  • Page 74: Fluoroelastomer Tubing (Iso-Versinic®/Viton®)

    PoLyVINyLcHLorIde (PVc) coNNectIoN tUBING (HF) For use with high flow pump heads only. Part Number Description F117970 3 meters PVC tubing 4 mm id F117980 3 meters PVC tubing 5 mm id F117981 3 meters PVC tubing 6 mm id F117982 3 meters PVC tubing 8 mm id Fluoroelastomer tubing (Iso‑Versinic®/Viton®) For use with strong acids, oils, aromatic and chlorinated solvents.

  • Page 75: Silicone Tubing

    ISo‑VerSINIc coNNectIoN tUBING Part Number Description F117740 3 meters Isoversinic tubing 0.5 mm id F117742 3 meters Isoversinic tubing 1.0 mm id F117744 3 meters Isoversinic tubing 2.0 mm id F117746 3 meters Isoversinic tubing 3.0 mm id F117748 3 meters Isoversinic tubing 4.0 mm id F117750 3 meters Isoversinic tubing 6.0 mm id Silicone tubing...

  • Page 76: Polypropylene (Pharmed®) Tubing

    SILIcoNe coNNectIoN tUBING Part Number Description F1825131 3 meters Silicone tubing 0.6 mm id F1825132 3 meters Silicone tubing 1 mm id F1825133 3 meters Silicone tubing 2 mm id F117975 3 meters Silicone tubing 3 mm id F117976 3 meters Silicone tubing 4 mm id F117977 3 meters Silicone tubing 5 mm id F117978...

  • Page 77: Electrical Connector

    PoLyProPyLeNe coNNectIoN tUBING Part Number Description F1825121 3 meters Polypropylene tubing 0.5 mm F1825122 3 meters Polypropylene tubing 1.0 mm F1825123 3 meters Polypropylene tubing 2.0 mm F1825124 3 meters Polypropylene tubing 3.2 mm F1825125 3 meters Polypropylene tubing 6.4 mm electrical connector Part Number Description...

  • Page 78: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Description Specification 4–40°C operating Temperature No warm-up time is required before operation Position Upright only (vertical ±5°). Head Speed 0.01 to 48 rpm Torque Greater than 3 Nm at any speed below 25 rpm, at or above the nominal voltage (24V DC) Motor Speed Stability 0.5% for any variation, torque, or temperature Continuous Speed...
  • Page 80 LT801121-17 www.gilson.com/ContactUs...

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