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  • Page 1 PLATINOUS CHAMBER SERIES OPTIONS MANUAL...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction 1 Chapter 1: Safety Symbols 2 Chamber Cabinet 3 Chapter 2: Door with Viewing Window (including chamber light) (ES-VW2,3,4) 4 Purpose 4 Operation 4 Specifications 4 ES-VW2 5 ES-VW3 6 ES-VW4 7 Inner Glass Door (ES-IG2, ES-IG3, ES-IG4) 8 Purpose 8 Precaution 8 Specifications 8...
  • Page 4 Purpose 25 Installation 25 Operation 25 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 25 Specification 26 ES-DW2 27 Controlled Low Humidity (ES-LH, 4) 29 Purpose 29 Installation 29 Operation 30 Troubleshooting 30 Specifications 30 Humidity Range 31 Description of Respective Components 31 Replacement Parts 32 ES-LH,4 33 Extra Low Humidity (ES-LHU,4) 37 Purpose 37...
  • Page 5 ES-PTCON 50 Solid State Humidity Sensor (ES-SH1) 51 Purpose 51 Performance Range 51 Specifications 51 Maintenance 52 ES-SH1 53 Six Additional Time Signals (ES-TS6) 55 Purpose 55 Specifications 55 ES-TS6 56 Temperature/Humidity Recorders 58 Purpose 58 Operation 58 Recorder Schematics 59 GPIB Computer Interface (ES-CM1) 73 RS-232C Computer Interface Option (ES-CM2) 73 SCP-220 Web Controller Option (ES-WEB) 73...
  • Page 6 Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Introduction Chapter 1: This manual has been written for users of the Platinous Sterling Series Chambers and particularly for technicians. Read it thoroughly to obtain the maximum performance from the chamber. Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 8: Safety Symbols

    Introduction Note: The information contained in this manual will always supersede the information in the Standard User’s Manual when a contradiction is found. 1.1 Safety Symbols The following safety symbols are used throughout this manual. DEGREES OF DANGER TABLE 1.1. This mark means dangerous conse- quences may arise, with the possibility of DANGER...

  • Page 9: Chamber Cabinet

    Chamber Cabinet Chapter 2: Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 10: Door With Viewing Window (Including Chamber Light) (Es-Vw2,3,4)

    Chamber Cabinet 2.1 Door with Viewing Window (including chamber light) (ES-VW2,3,4) 2.1.1 Purpose The window is used for observing the specimen in the test chamber. 2.1.2 Operation Precautions in Usage: • During operation at low temperatures at high ambient humidity, condensation or frost may form on the external window surface.

  • Page 11: Vw2

    Chamber Cabinet 2.1.4 ES-VW2 Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 12: Vw3

    Chamber Cabinet 2.1.5 ES-VW3 Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 13: Vw4

    Chamber Cabinet 2.1.6 ES-VW4 Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 14: Inner Glass Door (Es-Ig2, Es-Ig3, Es-Ig4)

    Chamber Cabinet 2.2 Inner Glass Door (ES-IG2, ES-IG3, ES-IG4) 2.2.1 Purpose Used for observation and operating the speciment in the test chamber. 2.2.2 Precaution Maximum temperature range with this option is -35 to 150°C for ESU and ESL models, and -70 to 150°C for ESZ and ESZ models.

  • Page 15: Ports (Es-Cp2,4,6)

    Chamber Cabinet 2.3 Ports (ES-CP2,4,6) 2.3.1 Purpose Allows access through chamber wall for wires/tubes to chamber interior. 2.3.2 Precaution Powering heat generating items in chamber can lead to thermal run away. 2.3.3 Operation Ensure that port is sealed around wires/tubes to prevent ambient air infiltration into the chamber. A silicone port plug is provided for this purpose.

  • Page 16: Shelf (Es-Ss1,2,3,4)

    Chamber Cabinet 2.4 Shelf (ES-SS1,2,3,4) 2.4.1 Purpose Allows support/stacking of small test items in chamber. 2.4.2 Precaution Avoid arranging test items such that they interfere with or block chamber airflow. 2.4.3 Installation/Operation Procedure: Insert support clips (4) into wall supports at desired shelf level. Place shelf on support clips.

  • Page 17: Dry Air Purge (Es-Da5,10)

    Chamber Cabinet 2.5 Dry Air Purge (ES-DA5,10) 2.5.1 Purpose The dry air purge is used to reduce the potential for condensation on products during heat-ups or to extend the time between defrost cycles for continuous low temperature operation. 2.5.2 Installation Connect air supply per the following: ADDITIONAL UTILITIES REQUIRED TABLE 2.1.
  • Page 18 Chamber Cabinet the indicator is blue when the dry air is flowing. The moisture indicator will be purple (pink) if the desiccant needs to be changed. REPLACEMENT PARTS TABLE 2.2. ESPEC NO. DESCRIPTION 6ABH0064 Valve solenoid 120 VAC 1/4 NPT 6ADD0027 Dryer -40°F Dew 4.9 CFM...
  • Page 19 Chamber Cabinet 2.5.5 ES-DA Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 20: Canada Csa Modification Option (Es-Can-Csa)

    Chamber Cabinet 2.6 Canada CSA Modification Option (ES-CAN-CSA) 2.6.1 Purpose To make a chamber comply with the Canadian CSA standards. Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 21: Can-Csa

    Chamber Cabinet 2.6.2 ES-CAN-CSA Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 22: Eca Option (Es-Eca)

    Chamber Cabinet 2.7 ECA Option (ES-ECA) 2.7.1 Purpose To provide conditioned air from a standard chamber to a remote insulated cabinet. 2.7.2 Specifications Controlled through controller time signal 8. A 3/4 HP blower provides 500 CFM of conditioned recirculating air to the cabinet through 8” ID by 96” long insulated ducts.

  • Page 23: Water Circuit

    Water Circuit Chapter 3: Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 24: Water Supply Tank (Es-Wt2)

    Water Circuit 3.1 Water Supply Tank (ES-WT2) 3.1.1 Purpose - Use To supply the chamber humidity system with water from a refillable water tank.The volume of water is about 5-6 gallons. The water consumption of the chamber will vary with the set point selected, however, one tank of water should last at least 48 hours (for an open loop system).

  • Page 25: Operation

    Water Circuit FIGURE 3.1. WATER TANK SYSTEM Water Tank Water System Air & Cover Valve Water System Bladder Tank Water System Pump Water System Return/Drain Connection Water System Supply Hose Water System Strainer 3.1.2 Operation Procedure: To fill the Water Tank away from chamber Unplug 115VAC supply power from water pump system.

  • Page 26: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Reference the manufacturer installation and service guide for additional troubleshooting information on the water pump system. (ES-WT2)* REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST FOR WATER TANK OPTION TABLE 3.1. ESPEC NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. NO 6AAF0072 Water Tank 6 Gallon 6299 6AAF0073...

  • Page 27: Wt2

    Water Circuit 3.1.4 ES-WT2 Platinous Options Manual...
  • Page 28 Water Circuit Platinous Options Manual...
  • Page 29 Water Circuit Platinous Options Manual...
  • Page 30 Water Circuit Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 31: Ionizing Cartridge (Es-Dw2)

    The cartridge should be checked at least once a week. Changing Cartridge Replacement cartridges are sold in sets of six (6). Contact Espec Parts Department and ask for Part Number ES-DW2S. Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 32: Specification

    Open shut off valve at supply to cartridge and check for leaks. 3.2.5 Specification The de-ionizing cartridge is designed to accept water with low mineral and solids content and produce de- ionized water. REPLACEMENT PARTS TABLE 3.2. ESPEC NO. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION MFG. NO ES-DW2S DM301 De-Ionizing Cartridge (6/pack)

  • Page 33: Dw2

    Water Circuit 3.2.6 ES-DW2 Platinous Options Manual...
  • Page 34 Water Circuit Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 35: Controlled Low Humidity (Es-Lh, 4)

    Water Circuit 3.3 Controlled Low Humidity (ES-LH, 4) 3.3.1 Purpose To operate the chamber at low humidity conditions. See specification for actual range. 3.3.2 Installation The wick pan water level regulator is contained inside the water circuit compartment, located on the right side of the chamber.

  • Page 36: Operation

    Water Circuit 3.3.3 Operation The low humidity range for this chamber can be obtained by setting Time Signal 9 and Time Signal 10 “ON”. Note: Please see Platinous User’s Manual for operation of Time Signals. The controller must be in humidity mode to operate the controlled low humidity system. The length of time required to reach a low humidity setpoint will vary greatly depending upon what temperature and humidity the chamber was at before going to low humidity.

  • Page 37: Humidity Range

    Water Circuit 3.3.6 Humidity Range Time Signal #9 Time Signal #9 & 10 40°C 80°C 100°C 20°C 60°C 10°C 10% RH 3.3.7 Description of Respective Components Water Com partm ent Dry Air Package (located ins ide) Com pres s ed Air Inlet Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 38: Replacement Parts

    Water Circuit 3.3.8 Replacement Parts REPLACEMENT PARTS TABLE 3.3. ESPEC NO. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION MFG. NO. 6ABZ0005 BOARD OHP HCP-T/21160277 6ADD0004 DRYER 5CFM SUB ASSY (ES-LH) 6ADD0005 DRYER 10CFM SUB ASSY (ES-LH4) 6AAU0013 FUSE ABC-3 6ABU0027 CRMW1 RELAY 4PDT MY4-120VAC 6ABU0040...
  • Page 39 Water Circuit 3.3.9 ES-LH,4 Platinous Options Manual...
  • Page 40 Water Circuit Platinous Options Manual...
  • Page 41 Water Circuit Platinous Options Manual...
  • Page 42 Water Circuit Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 43: Extra Low Humidity (Es-Lhu,4)

    Water Circuit 3.4 Extra Low Humidity (ES-LHU,4) 3.4.1 Purpose To operate the chamber at extra low humidity conditions. See specification for actual range. All procedures in this section are in addition to procedures contained in “Controlled Low Humidity (ES-LH, 4)” on page 3.4.2 Installation Refer to “Controlled Low Humidity (ES-LH, 4)”...

  • Page 44: Specifications

    Time Signal #9 & 10 40°C 80°C 100°C 20°C 60°C 5°C 5% RH @ 40-60°C 3.4.7 Replacement Parts REPLACEMENT PARTS TABLE 3.4. ESPEC NO. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION MFG. NO. 6ABZ0005 BOARD OHP HCP-T/21160277 6ADD0004 DRYER 5CFM SUB ASSY (ES-LH) 6ADD0005 DRYER 10CFM SUB ASSY (ES-LH4)
  • Page 45 Water Circuit ESPEC NO. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION MFG. NO. 6AAU0013 FUSE ABC-3 6ABN0226 POWER SUPPLY 24VDC/300MA PS5RA24 6ABU0027 CRMW1 RELAY 4PDT MY4-120VAC 6ABU0040 SSR5 RELAY SOLID STATE 240D25 6ABZ0006 SELECTOR OHP 21161318 6ACJ0120 SENSOR HUMIDITY 24VDC 4-20MA HMM100 6ACJ0121 SENSOR HUMIDITY FILTER PTFE...

  • Page 46: Bellcore Gr-63 Low Humidity (Es-Gr-63)

    When the filter is removed, the sensor is exposed. Extra care should be CAUTION taken to ensure that the sensor is not touched or damaged. Please refer to the Solid State Sensor manual for complete maintenance and calibration procedures. 3.5.4 Replacement Parts ESPEC NO. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION MFG. NO. 6ADD0004...
  • Page 47 Water Circuit 3.5.5 ES-GR-63 Platinous Options Manual...
  • Page 48 Water Circuit Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 49: Electronic Devices - Instrumentation

    Electronic Devices - Chapter 4: Instrumentation Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 50: Overcool Protector (Es-Oc1)

    4.1.3 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Confirm that the overcool protector is working prior to starting each test. 4.1.4 Specifications Temperature setting is in degrees Celsius. ES-OC1 REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR TABLE 4.1. ESPEC NO. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION MFG. NO 6ABZ0005 Board OHP/OCP HCP-T/21160277...

  • Page 51: Emergency Stop Switch (Es-Es1)

    To resume operation, turn the switch in the direction of the arrows until it unlocks. For normal chamber stops, press the OPER./STOP key on the operating panel. ES-ES1 REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR TABLE 4.2. ESPEC NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. NO 6ABW0211 Operator Switch Mush. Head Twist Rel.

  • Page 52: Es1

    Electronic Devices - Instrumentation 4.2.3 ES-ES1 Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 53: Product Thermocouple (Es-Ptc)

    DUT temperature. 4.3.3 Specifications Temperature DUT: Thermocouple Type ‘T’ (Copper/Copper-Nickel). Note: The terminals are located on the chamber option panel. ES-PTC TABLE 4.3. REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR ESPEC NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. NO 6ACJ0015 Jack Thermocouple RMJ-TR 6ACJ0016 Plug Thermocouple SMP-TM...

  • Page 54: Ptc

    Electronic Devices - Instrumentation 4.3.4 ES-PTC Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 55: Product Temperature Control Option (Es-Ptcon)

    4.4.2 Operation The Product Temperature Control Option includes the T/C jacks, plugs, and wire required to wire the product thermocouple (also included) to the controller. 4.4.3 Specifications Thermocouple Type ‘T’ (Copper/Copper-Nickel). ESPEC NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. NO 6ACJ0015 Jack Thermocouple RMJ-TR...

  • Page 56: Ptcon

    Electronic Devices - Instrumentation 4.4.4 ES-PTCON Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 57: Solid State Humidity Sensor (Es-Sh1)

    Electronic Devices - Instrumentation 4.5 Solid State Humidity Sensor (ES-SH1) 4.5.1 Purpose To digitally measure the relative humidity inside the chamber. 4.5.2 Performance Range 5 to 95%RH (reduces chamber max. humidity to 95%RH from 98%RH.) 4.5.3 Specifications Operating Temperature at Electronics: -5 to 55°C (23°...

  • Page 58: Maintenance

    CAUTION ensure the sensor is not touched or damaged. Refer to the Solid State Sensor Manual for complete maintenance and calibration procedures. ES-SH1 TABLE 4.4. REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR ESPEC NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. NO. 6ACJ0120 Sensor Humidity 24VDC HMM100 Sensor Humidity Filter PTFE...

  • Page 59: Sh1

    It is recommended to replace the filter when it gets dirty to maximize the lifetime of the sensor. See the maintenance section in the sensor's user manual for replacement of the filter or sensor. ISSUED BY ESPEC NORTH AMERICA, INC. Chamber Spec. Form 5/10/99 Rev. 1.01 EFD 0504A...
  • Page 60 Electronic Devices - Instrumentation Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 61: Six Additional Time Signals (Es-Ts6)

    Provide additional Time (Event) Signals for customer use. 4.6.2 Specifications Location: Option Panel Max Voltage: 125 VAC Max Current: 2 Amps ES-TS6 REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR TABLE 4.5. ESPEC NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. NO. 6ABR0197 Plug Straight Entry 10A/250VAC 704-00/00 Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 62: Ts6

    Electronic Devices - Instrumentation 4.6.3 ES-TS6 Platinous Options Manual...
  • Page 63 Electronic Devices - Instrumentation Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 64: Temperature/Humidity Recorders

    Electronic Devices - Instrumentation 4.7 Temperature/Humidity Recorders 4.7.1 Purpose Record temperature and/or humidity operations. 4.7.2 Operation For details on how to operate your recorder, refer to the Recorder Instruction Manual. REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY RECORDER TABLE 4.6. OPTION CHAMBER MODEL NO.

  • Page 65: Recorder Schematics

    Electronic Devices - Instrumentation 4.7.3 Recorder Schematics Platinous Options Manual...
  • Page 66 Electronic Devices - Instrumentation Platinous Options Manual...
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  • Page 78 Electronic Devices - Instrumentation Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 79: Gpib Computer Interface (Es-Cm1)

    Electronic Devices - Instrumentation 4.8 GPIB Computer Interface (ES-CM1) Refer to SCP-220 Communications Option Manual. 4.8.1 RS-232C Computer Interface Option (ES-CM2) Refer to SCP-220 Communications Option Manual. 4.8.2 SCP-220 Web Controller Option (ES-WEB) Refer to SCP-220 Web Controller Manual. Note: If the chamber has CM1 or CM2 for Communications, the SCP-220 Communica- tions Option Manual is provided.
  • Page 80 Electronic Devices - Instrumentation Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 81: Chapter 5: Refrigeration Circuit

    Refrigeration Circuit Chapter 5: Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 82: Ln2 Gas Injector (Es-Ln)

    Refrigeration Circuit 5.1 LN2 Gas Injector (ES-LN) 5.1.1 Purpose To accelerate the temperature pull-down time. See specifications for exact times. 5.1.2 Installation LN2 Gas Used: • LN2 gas pressurized at 30-35 PSIG. • Consumption about 5 lb./min. Connecting of Cylinder: Fit the connecting fixture (1/4”...

  • Page 83: Operation

    10 minutes. (In case of Type 2 and 3 chamber, inside temperature at 23°C to 40°C, ambient temperature at 20°C and non-loaded.) • 15 minutes for Size 4 chambers. ES-LN REPLACEMENT ARTS FOR TABLE 5.1. ESPEC NO. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION MFG. NO 6ABZ0005 Board OHP/OCP HCP-T/21160277 6ABU0221...
  • Page 84 Refrigeration Circuit 5.1.5 ES-LN Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 85: Refrigeration Gauge (Es-Rgl,U, Es-Rgx,Z)

    Refrigeration Circuit 5.2 Refrigeration Gauge (ES-RGL,U, ES-RGX,Z) 5.2.1 Purpose Observation of Refrigeration System Operating Pressures. 5.2.2 Specifications Spc. PLATINOUS STERLING PREPARED BY 03/13/09 TJE Model Drawing No. ECCP09002 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT REFRIGERATION REVISION GAUGE SPECIFICATIONS 1. Model Option Suggested Size Model ES-RGL,U ESU,ESL ES-RGX,Z...

  • Page 86: Rgl,U

    Refrigeration Circuit 5.2.3 ES-RGL,U Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 87: Rgx,Z

    Refrigeration Circuit 5.2.4 ES-RGX,Z Platinous Options Manual...
  • Page 88 Refrigeration Circuit Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 89: Chapter 6: Appendix

    Appendix Chapter 6: Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 90: Option Location

    Appendix 6.1 Option Location The installation position of the following options may differ when more than one option is installed. 6.1.1 Options Installed On the Instrument Panel • Overcool Protector • Emergency Stop Switch Platinous Options Manual...

  • Page 91: Options Installed On The Option Panel

    Appendix 6.1.2 Options Installed On the Option Panel • Product Temperature Terminal • Six Additional Time Signals • Communications Connector Platinous Options Manual...
  • Page 92 Appendix Platinous Options Manual...
  • Page 93 Platinous Series Standard Options Manual Original 1.00: March 22, 2000 Edited and Published by: Rev. 1.01: September 22, 2000 Rev. 1.02: November 10, 2000 ESPEC NORTH AMERICA Rev. 1.03: February 26, 2001 4141 Central Parkway Rev. 1.04: April 13, 2001 Hudsonville, MI 49426 Rev.

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