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IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ Health and Safety Information Read all of the instructions in this booklet - including all the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS - before using this product. If there is any instruction which you do not understand. DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT. Safety Signs WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or...
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User Guide Thermometer Contents Introduction ADT Thermometer Introduction About this Guide About the ADT Thermometer Unpacking the Thermometer Nomenclature Specifications Installation Positioning the Optic Head Installing the Optic Head Installing the Lightguide Positioning the Thermometer Electrical Connections Electrical Connections to Landmark Processors...
This guide gives the necessary information required to operate Land ADT thermometer. Basic information regarding installation and mountings and accessories can be found in the ADT Installation Guide. Where reference is made to a system processor, further information can be found in the LMG AE Processor User Guide.
Thermometer User Guide Fig. 1 ADT Aluminium Die Thermometer 265001 1.4 Unpacking the Thermometer It is important to fully check all equipment with which you have been supplied. The packaging should contain the following items: • ADT Thermometer Installation Guide ADT Thermometer User Guide •...
User Guide Thermometer 1.5 Nomenclature The thermometer detail label is situated on the rear face of the thermometer, above the lightguide connector. Make a note of the Instrument type and thermometer serial number from this detail label as this information will be required when configuring the thermometer to the LMG AE processor. Enter the information in the spaces below: Instrument Type:...
Thermometer User Guide Specifications Specification temperature span: 300 to 1100°C/600 to 2000°F Wavelength: 1.6μm Response time: 5ms (0 to 95%) Field of view (nominal): 22:1 Fibroptic lightguide length: 3.5m/11.4ft Target diameter: A50 head-23mm/0.90in at 500mm/19.6in Accuracy: Repeatability <1K Absolute <0.25%K + 1K Stability: Temperature 0.2°/°ambient Time 2°C/4°F per year...
User Guide Thermometer Installation This section contains similar information to the ADT Installation Guide. If the thermometer is to be used in conjunction with a protection jacket and air purge system (recommended for hostile environments), cross-refer to the Installation Guides provided with those accessories.
Thermometer User Guide 3.1 Positioning the Optic Head In many cases, there are few options on location of the optic head, as this is generally dictated by the particular measurement application. Observe the following precautions; The thermometer must be positioned such that, at the chosen target distance, the target is large enough to completely fill the optic head's field of view. Refer to the target size tables, Section 4.2. The thermometer's view of the target area must not be obstructed.
User Guide Thermometer 3.2 Installing the Optic Head The optic head can be mounted directly into a threaded hole in a user-supplied mounting plate, or connected to one of the range of Land Fibroptic thermometer mountings by means of the Quick Release Fitting, Land Part Nº...
Thermometer User Guide 3.3 Installing the Lightguide When installing the fibre optics lightguide, observe the following precautions; Ensure that the lightguide is not subjected to any tension or undue force. It is not necessary to attach the lightguide to surrounding structures, unless, by leaving it hanging, it might vibrate violently or become a nuisance or hazard.
User Guide Thermometer 3.5 Electrical Connections The electrical connections for the thermometer power supply, emissivity input and temperature output are made via the 6-way socket on the rear of the thermometer. See Fig. 4. Thermometer Rear View Thermometer ID Label 6-way Electrical Connection Socket Fig.
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Thermometer User Guide Lugs Keyway Locking Sleeve Red Markers Fig. 5 - Connection of a 6-way Plug to the Thermometer Socket 265005 Page 10...
User Guide Thermometer 3.6 Electrical Connections to Landmark Processors If the Fibroptic thermometer is to be used in conjunction with a System 4 Landmark Processor, the thermometer derives its power supply, emissivity input and temperature output from the processor via the 6-way cable. The cable connection schedule is given in Fig.
Thermometer User Guide Optics 4.1 Focal Distance ADT thermometers utilise an ‘A’ type optic head (no spacer fitted). The focal distance of this type of optic head is 00mm / 19.6in. 4.2 Optic Head A50 - Field of View 22:1 (No Spacer) Target Diameter 10.3mm 12.8mm 15.4mm 17.9mm 20.5mm 23.0mm 26.1mm...
If you have a query regarding the emissivity of the target in your measurement application, contact Land Instruments International for advice. 5.1 Die Emissivity The ADT Thermometer is a designated instrument, used primarily on aluminium extrusion die applications. The emissivity of the target area can be pre-determined and is given as below: Iron &...
Thermometer User Guide Maintenance 6.1 Optic Head After initial installation, make regular inspections of the lens in order to establish a cleaning cycle. If the lens requires cleaning, it is preferable to do so without disconnecting the lightguide from the optic head. Clean the lens with a soft cloth and a proprietary cleaning fluid. Take care not to scratch or mark the lens.
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PRODUCT WARRANTY Thank you for purchasing your new product from Land Instruments International. This Land manufacturer’s ‘back-to-base’ warranty covers product malfunctions arising from defects in design or manufacture. The warranty period commences on the instrument despatch date from the Land Instruments International Ltd.
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PRODUCT WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS FROM WARRANTY It should be noted that costs associated with calibration checks which may be requested during the warranty period are not covered within the warranty. Land reserve the right to charge for service/calibration checks undertaken during the warranty period if the cause is deemed to fall outside the terms of the warranty.
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