DeFelsko PosiTest AT-A Full Manual

DeFelsko PosiTest AT-A Full Manual

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Full Guide v. 5.0
PosiTest AT-A
( automatic )
PosiTest AT-M
( manual )
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  • Page 1 Full Guide v. 5.0 PosiTest AT-A ( automatic ) PosiTest AT-M ( manual ) GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
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  • Page 5 Glue failures typically occur when the glue is improperly mixed or the coated surface has not been adequately prepared (see pg.2). The PosiTest AT-A model provides an interface to document the nature of the fracture for each pull-off test (see pg. 11). Fracture results are included in test reports.
  • Page 6 PosiTest AT-M Manual Actuator Handle Pump Handle Hose Display Pump USB Data Transfer /Power Port Stand off Quick Coupling The PosiTest AT-M powers-up and displays dashes when the button is pressed. To preserve battery life, the instrument powers-down after 5 minutes of no activity. Quick Guide (1) Open pressure relief valve completely (turn counter clockwise)
  • Page 7 PosiTest AT-M 3. Close the pressure relief valve on the pump completely (turn clockwise). CLOSE As required, verify and adjust the dolly size by pressing the button. Select the pressure units by pressing the button. The instrument will maintain these settings even after the button is pressed.
  • Page 8 Assembly USB Port Stand off Quick Coupling The PosiTest AT-A powers-up when the button is pressed. To preserve battery life, the instrument powers-down after 5 minutes of no activity. Alternatively, press and hold the button for 5 seconds or select Power Off from the menu.
  • Page 9: How To Measure

    PosiTest AT-A Touch Screen Display Use the touch screen to interact with menu options. Swipe horizontally to navigate between views or vertically to move between batch readings. Alternatively, the directional buttons can be used for navigation. Main View (shown with memory batch open) Carousel: Indicates the current view.
  • Page 10 PosiTest AT-A Perform the Test 4. Press the button to initiate the test. The instrument begins building pressure (priming stage) and a green animated arrow (up) appears on the display. When the priming pressure is achieved the LCD starts displaying pressure over time on the pull chart.
  • Page 11 PosiTest AT-A Memory Views (carousel) When a memory batch (pg. 13) is open, a carousel appears at the top of the display. Views are represented by dots, the solid dot indicates the current view. Swipe horizontally to navigate between views or vertically to move between batch readings.
  • Page 12 Dolly Face Coated Surface Layer 2 Layer 2: 50% Cohesive (C) Layer 1 Layer 1: 50% Cohesive (B) The PosiTest AT-A can record fracture information for up to five layers. Cohesive and adhesive fractures are identified as follows: GlobalTestSupply www.
  • Page 13 PosiTest AT-A Select Edit to set the number of layers and cohesive/adhesive fracture details. Use the buttons to adjust. Examples: 100% cohesive fracture at D/E coating interface (layer 3/layer 4) 70% cohesive failure within layer 1; 30% cohesive within layer 2 GlobalTestSupply www.
  • Page 14: Memory Menu

    PosiTest AT-A Memory Menu The PosiTest AT-A stores 100,000 readings in up to 1,000 batches. Stored measurements can be reviewed on-screen or accessed via computers, tablets and smart phones. New Batch Closes any currently opened batch and creates a new memory batch, named using the lowest available number (example: B2).
  • Page 15 PosiTest AT-A Hold Time: Hold Time is (up to 60 seconds) displayed on pressure is maintained the pull chart (held) at defined Limit. (shaded area). Default: 0 seconds. Defined Hold Time Orientation Rotates display between landscape (default) or portrait views.
  • Page 16: Connect Menu

    The last 10 screen captures (pg. 7) stored in memory can be accessed by navigating to the “screen_capture” directory. When your PosiTest AT-A is first connected to your Windows PC via a USB cable, an enumeration process is started that installs device drivers without re-booting your computer.
  • Page 17 -IP Settings: allows manual entry of network information Any WiFi enabled device connected to the same network can view the PosiTest AT-A’s built-in mass storage drive. Using your device’s web browser, enter the IP address of your PosiTest AT-A to access the For complete details see: drive.
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  • Page 19: Accessing Stored Measurement Data

    (drag and drop), change headings and more. Save your custom layouts as templates for future use. PosiTest AT-A In addition to PosiSoft 3.0, the PosiTest AT-A is also compatible with the following solutions... PosiSoft USB Drive - connect to a PC/Mac using the supplied USB cable to access and print stored readings, graphs, notes and screen captures.
  • Page 20 When fully charged the icon will appear. NOTE: The PosiTest AT-A internal NiMH battery pack is user replaceable. In the unlikely event power issues are experienced, please contact our technical support or your local dealer for OEM battery pricing, availability and detailed replacement instructions.
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  • Page 22: Returning For Service

    Returning for Service There are no user serviceable components. Any service must be performed by DeFelsko Corporation. If you need to return the instrument for service, describe the problem fully and include reading results, if any. Be sure to include contact information including your company name, company contact, telephone number and fax number or email address.

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