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  • Page 1 ® II 1345 ISPLACEMENT YCNOMETER PERATOR ANUAL 134-42851-01 Jan 2021 (Rev A)
  • Page 2 Copyright The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the agreement. ______________________________________________________________________________ Copyright © 2019 - 2021. Micromeritics Instrument Corporation. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 MICROMERITICS shall not be liable for consequential or other type damages resulting from the use of any of its products other than the liability stated above. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for use.

  • Page 4: Corporate Profile

    The company has R&D and manufacturing sites in the USA, UK, and Spain, and direct sales and service operations throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Micromeritics systems are the instruments-of-choice in more than 10,000 laboratories of the world’s most innovative companies, prestigious government, and academic institutions.

  • Page 5: Contact Us

    Norcross, GA / USA / 30093-2901 Phone: 1-770-662-3636 Fax: 1-770-662-3696 www.Micromeritics.com Instrument Service or Repair Phone: 1-770-662-3666 International — contact your local distributor or call 1-770-662-3666 Service.Helpdesk@Micromeritics.com Micromeritics Learning Center Phone: 1-770-662-3607 www.Micro.edu AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    Calculations Error Messages Parts and accessories can be found online at www.Micromeritics.com. The following symbols indicate safety precautions and/or supplemental information and may appear in this manual: NOTE — Notes contain important information applicable to the topic.

  • Page 7: General Safety

    NTENDED The AccuPyc II 1345 Series Pycnometers are fast, fully automatic pycnometers that provide high- speed, high-precision volume measurements and true density calculations on a wide variety of powders, solids, and slurries. After analyses are started with a few keystrokes, data are collected, calculations are performed, and results displayed.
  • Page 8 All personnel operating, inspecting, servicing, or cleaning this instrument must be properly trained in operation and machine safety before operating this instrument. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 9 EFUP (for example, battery modules) and so are marked to reflect such. The Environmentally Friendly Use Period is valid only when the product is operated under the conditions defined in the product manual. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    2 - 9 Transmit Data 2 - 10 Analysis Parameters 2 - 10 Review Data 2 - 13 View Data Results 2 - 15 Print a File 2 - 15 AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual viii 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 11 5 Parameter Files 5 - 1 Analysis Conditions 5 - 2 Report Options 5 - 5 6 Perform an Analysis 6 - 1 Prepare and Load a Sample 6 - 1 AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 12 Density vs Time Trend Plot 8 - 5 Equilibration Report 8 - 6 Options Report 8 - 8 Pressure and Volume Table 8 - 8 Sample Log Report 8 - 9 AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 13 Copy Calibration Data to a USB Media 10 - 21 11 Hardware 11 - 1 Add Analysis Module to Control Module 11 - 1 Analytical Balance 11 - 3 Brightness Control 11 - 4 AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 14 Attach a Circulating Bath 14 - 1 Add Analysis Modules to a Temperature Controlled Module 14 - 2 15 MultiVolume Insert Option 15 - 1 16 Multigas Option 16 - 1 AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 15 B - 1 C Sample Volume Equation Derivation C - 1 D Transmitted Data D - 1 AccuPyc 1345 CE Declaration of Conformity DoC - 1 Index Index - 1 AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual xiii 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 17: About The Accupyc

    If the Windows interface is used, the keypad is disabled. The keypad if not running the Windows interface. A separate keyboard and printer can be attached to the pycnometer using USB ports. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 18 Display window Displays Remote Operation when the Windows application is being used. The AccuPyc can be operated in the keypad mode when the Windows application is closed. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 19: Instrument Components

    Option on page 16 - ON/OFF switch For powering the analyzer on and off. Power connector For connecting the power source to the instrument using a mini-DIN cable. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 20: About The Tec Module

    TEC systems feature: fast dynamic response long-life no moving parts no use of refrigerants or circulated liquids / antifreeze AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 21: Asphalt Density Application

    Cell fracture test. A perfectly rigid foam is assumed. First, a P1, P2 cycle is performed at the lower of two specified P1 pressures, and the results stored. A second cycle is performed at a AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 5...
  • Page 22 For example, a 100 cm AccuPyc on which FoamPyc analyses are performed and a 1 cm analysis module attached on which standard analyses are performed. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 23: Equipment Options And Upgrades

    Equipment Options and Upgrades QUIPMENT PTIONS AND PGRADES Parts and accessories can be found online at www.Micromeritics.com. RESSURE YCNOMETER Gas pycnometry is recognized as one of the most reliable techniques for obtaining skeletal volume and density. The fully automatic AccuPyc High Pressure pycnometer provides high speed, high precision volume measurements and density determinations on intact or crushed shale core samples.

  • Page 24: Configuration Options

    100 cm high pressure sample chamber Best fit means the sample nearly fills the sample chamber and, therefore, optimizes the precision of the results. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 8 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 25 TEC M ODULE About the TEC Module on page 1 - 4 Specifications for AccuPyc II TEC on page 1 - 15 TEC Module on page 13 - 1 AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 9 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 26: Gas Requirements

    Tank pressure should be at least 200 psi above regulator pressure. Other inert, dry gases can also be used and may be more applicable for some applications. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 10 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 27: Specifications For Accupyc

    Weight: 10.5 kg (23.2 lbs) Analysis Module Height: 43 cm (17 in.) (2000 cm Width: 27 cm (10.6 in.) Depth: 36.2 cm (14.3 in.) Weight: 26 kg (57 lbs) AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 11 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 28 30 VA Frequency 50/60 Hz External Power Manufacturer TRUMPower Adapter Part Number TSA42-D21 (R1) Pin 1, 2 Common return Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5 Shell AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 12 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 29 Approximately 0.1 cm³ STP times the nominal cell volume for each cycle Gas Consumption Approximately 2 cm³ STP times the nominal cell volume per ana- lysis AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 13 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 30 CFR Part 11 environments, permission may be limited to the install- ation directory. Drives USB port Due to continuous improvements, specifications are subject to change without notice. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 14 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 31: Specifications For Accupyc Ii Tec

    4.62 cm ID × 6.18 cm D 100 cm³ chamber (1.82 in. ID × 2.43 in. D) Due to continuous improvements, specifications are subject to change without notice. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 1 - 15 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 33: Data Entry With Keypad

    Use these instructions for keypad installations only. If a computer is attached to the module, skip this section. All setup functions will be done in the analysis software. For instructions on configuring the keypad, see the AccuPyc II 1345 Installation Instructions and Checklist [part number 134-42875-02].

  • Page 34: About The Display

    Fourth alternately, where: P = Pressure T = Temperature This line is also used to choose options, enter information, or provide information about the current operation. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 2 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 35: About The Keypad

    Press Alt + 1 first to enter Manual mode then press the alternate key. For example: press Alt + 1 + 7 to manually control the Fill valve. Press Alt + CLEAR to exit Manual mode. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 2 - 3...
  • Page 36 Alt + 2 Ctrl + U Display or edit: Set Up Analysis parameters Report options Calibration data Data transmission parameters Unit types Operating language Date and time AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 2 - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 37 ENTER Enter or Ctrl + Complete an entry or begin an action. ENTER SAVE Ctrl + W Save the information and return to display SAVE mode. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 2 - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 38: System Commands

    ENTER. Entering a value that is "out of range" will result in a beep and a message showing the range; enter a value in the range displayed. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 2 - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 39 Press SAVE to save the information and return to the Reload prompt. Press Alt + CLEAR to discard the information and return to the Reload prompt. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 2 - 7 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 40: Cancel An Analysis

    30 seconds and returns to the Reload prompt. To view the data that have been collected, press CHOICE. The following prompt is displayed if no cycles have been completed. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 2 - 8 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 41: Manual Mode

    Press SAVE to exit Manual mode and return to display mode. Prolonged opening of all three valves at one time may cause excessive loss of helium. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 2 - 9 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 42: Transmit Data

    After each selection, press Enter to display the next prompt. If data results are to be e-mailed automatically after analysis, specify e-mail parameters using the instructions in the AccuPyc II 1345 Installation Instructions and Checklist [part number 134-42875-02].
  • Page 43 Interval Time: (Does not measurement ends when the specified time is reached. Key in the display for Equilibrate) interval time. The range is 10 to 99999 seconds. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 2 - 11 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 44 Enter the run precision volume tolerance which is expressed as a percentage of nominal cell volume (sample capacity). The range is 0.01% to 50.00%. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 2 - 12 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 45: Review Data

    5. Press Alt + CLEAR to return to the Reload prompt. 6. Access the web browser and type in the IP address. 7. Press Enter to display the serial number(s) of the attached unit(s). AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 2 - 13 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 46 9. Click the file to view the data results. The progress of a current operation can be monitored by reloading the page. 10. Use the File > Print option to print the results. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 2 - 14 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 47: View Data Results

    Calibration. Average cell volume (or expansion volume) and the deviation from the mean. RINT A Contact Micromeritics Customer Service for information on supported printers. Press Alt + 6 to print a report of the last operation; analysis or calibration. If Alt + 6 is pressed during an automatic operation, a partial report is printed.

  • Page 49: About The Software

    Use to manage open windows and display a list of open windows. A check- Window mark appears to the left of the active window. Provides access to the embedded operator manual, the Micromeritics web Help page, the analyzer web page, and information about the application.

  • Page 50: Common Fields And Buttons

    When working with pressure tables and pressures, Delete removes the Delete selected information. Select the report destination. Destination When working with report parameters, highlight the item in the Selected Edit AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 51 Replace All for the active sample file. The original file will remain unchanged. Click to display a window to specify report output options. Report Saves changes. Save AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 52 Operation. Use to display the data from the current analysis. View Instrument Log. Use to display recent analyses, calibrations, errors, or messages. Instrument Schematic. Use to display a schematic of the analyzer system. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 53: Option Presentation

    The following examples show the same sample file in Advanced and Basic display. Basic and Restricted displays will look the same. A password is required if using Restricted format. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 54 A sample file must be created for each analysis. The file can be created prior to or at the time of analysis. The sample file identifies the sample, guides the analysis, and specifies report options. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 55: File Status

    .RPO Report Options .CUP Sample Cup .SMP Sample Information .SPC SPC Report File Types for Printing or Exporting File Name Extension File Type .XLS Spreadsheet .TXT Unicode AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 7 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 56: Keyboard Shortcuts

    Opens the File Selector window listing report options files. Cascades open windows. Tiles all open application windows. Opens the File Selector to start a report from a selected .SMP file. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 8 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 57: Default Methods

    The default method's Replace All button can be used to set the defaults from an existing sample file. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 9 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 58: Analyzer Status

    Select the logs to display. Analysis/ Calibration/ Message [check box] For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 10 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 59: Show Instrument Schematic

    Closed Valve. Yellow — indicates a closed valve with manual control enabled. White — indicates a closed valve with manual control not enabled. Sample Chamber. Expansion Chamber. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 11 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 60 To access the shortcut menu, hover the mouse pointer over the component and right click. Schematic Shortcuts Icon or Symbol Description Close. Closes the selected valve. Valve options Open. Opens the selected valve. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 12 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 61: Show Status

    Sample The temperature of the sample chamber. Temperature For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 13 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 62: Export Files

    Select one or more files from the file selector, click List, then provide the file destination. Example of File List AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 14 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 63: Open A Sample File

    If a sample file with a Complete status is opened, to review a report, click the report name in the view selector drop-down list at the bottom of the window. In 21CFR11 environments, this feature is applicable to members of the Developer group only. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 15 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 64: Software Updates

    PDATES User Account Control in the Windows operating system must be enabled to ensure all components of the Micromeritics application are installed properly. If UAC is not enabled, right click the setup.exe installer file and select Run as administrator. Log in to your customer portal to access and download the latest analyzer software version.

  • Page 65: Reinstall Or Modify The Software

    The IP address for the computer and the IP address specified in the setup program must match. The IP address must be 192.168.77.100. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 17 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 66: Software Uninstall

    Use to specify how data should appear on the application windows and reports. This menu option is not available if using Restricted option presentation in a standard installation environment. Standard FoamPyc AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 18 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 67: Software In 21Cfr11 Environments

    Windows 10 Professional or Windows 10 Enterprise or higher. Management of users and groups is performed in Windows Users and Groups. The Micromeritics Confirm application enables laboratory managers to develop analysis methods, enforce industry standards, and produce audit trails. It also enables laboratory analysts to perform analyses and produce reports.
  • Page 68 Developer Group mic_[analyzer model number]_developer. Members of the Developer group: have rights to all functions of the Micromeritics application - including Advanced option presentation which allows the creation and modi- fication of methods, sample files, and parameter files. can run an analysis.

  • Page 69: Option Presentation For 21Cfr11 Environments

    (for Developers) to Basic (for Analysts), click the view selector drop-down list at the bottom of the window. Select either Advanced (when in Basic view) or Basic (when in Advanced view). AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 21 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 70 Provides the option to create and name a new folder in the Confirm application folder. This option may not be available depending on how the IT administrator configures Windows permissions. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 3 - 22 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 71: Uninstall Software In 21Cfr11 Environments

    To uninstall the software, double click the uninstall.exe file located in the software installation directory, then follow the prompts. To uninstall the Micromeritics Confirm application, the owner of the application directory and its contents must be set to the account of the administrator that is removing the application installation.

  • Page 73: Sample Files

    Developer group, however, members of the Analyst group may find information in this section helpful. Sample file information that is available to Analysts is created by a member in the Developer group using information in this section. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 4 - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 74 Description window. Use a mouse to click in the field first where information is to be entered then scan the bar code with the bar code reader AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 4 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 75 Select a sample cup file from the drop-down list or click Edit to create [drop-down box] and save a new file for sample cup properties. See Sample Cup on page 4 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 4 - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 76 Options > Default Method. For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 4 - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 77: Sample Cup

    Enter a description of the sample cup. Sample Cup [text box] For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 4 - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 78: Material Parameters

    Solids Density [text box] Density of the solid sample. For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 4 - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 79: Parameter Files

    The following file types can exist as part of the sample file as well as individual parameter files: File Extension File Type .ANC file extension Analysis Conditions .RPO file extension Report Options .CUP file extension Sample Cup AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 5 - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 80: Analysis Conditions

    This is accomplished by using either the average cell diameter or the cell chord length (as AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 5 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 81 Enter the fill pressure for the cycles. Typically, the default of 19.500 Cycle fill pressure psig is appropriate for most samples. [text box] AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 5 - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 82 If fewer than five cycles are requested, this feature is disabled. For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 5 - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 83: Report Options

    Displays the description of the file. If this is a new file, the description Report Options specified in default methods is displayed. [text box] Select the report names to include in the report. Selected Reports [selection] AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 5 - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 84 Select, then enter a report title to appear on the report header. Show report title [check box] For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 5 - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 85: Perform An Analysis

    Avoid exposure of the dried sample to atmospheric moisture during each step of the preparation process. This means weighing as rapidly as possible and installing in the instrument without unnecessary delay. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 6 - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 86 Allow the temperature to stabilize to the set temperature. Observe the temperature reading on instrument schematic. 8. If using a TEC module, ensure the temperature reading has stabilized at the specified point. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 6 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 87: Perform An Analysis Using The Software

    Cut the sample and return it to the cup. c. Remove the cap, place the cup back into the sample chamber. Replace the cap. d. Click to complete the second analysis. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 6 - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 88 6 Perform an Analysis AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 6 - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 89: Perform An Analysis Using The Keypad

    20 numbers and dashes. Press . (decimal) to insert a dash. Enter the description for the current sample. A prompt for Line 2 of the Analyze description is displayed. Description Line 1: AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 6 - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 90 [ENTER] to start [ESCAPE] to cancel ESCAPE. Cancels the analysis. For keypad and/or keyboard functions or commands not listed in this table, see About the Keypad on page 2 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 6 - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 91: Quickstart Analysis

    Perform an Analysis using the Software on page 6 - 3 Use to analyze a series of samples of the same type and same analysis conditions. Sample files will be created using selected method. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 6 - 7 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 92: Sequence Analysis

    Generates reports automatically to the specified destination when Report After Analysis each analysis completes. [button] For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 6 - 8 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 93: Review Analysis

    Sample mass for the analysis (if Density was chosen as Analysis Sample Mass: display mode). (mass) Sample chamber temperature. Temperature: (sample chamber temp) Time and date the analysis began. Start: (time) (date) Time: HH:MM:SS Date: DD/MM/YY AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 6 - 9 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 94 For keypad and/or keyboard functions or commands not listed in this table, see About the Keypad on page 2 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 6 - 10 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 95: About Reports

    Reports > Start Report Starts the selected report. Select a file from the Files list. Ensure the selected file has a status of either Complete or Analyzing. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 96: Spc Report

    AccuPyc / FoamPc [selection] Defines the x-axis and y-axis of each graph. Highlight a report in the Edit [button] Selected Reports list box, then click Edit. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 97 Days. Number of days elapsed from the first file placed on the list, which is the earliest analyzed file. Y-Axis. Click Options to define the control chart graph. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 98 If a sample file is added or removed from the report after the initial recalculation, this option should be selected again to ensure the data from the newly added or removed sample file is recalculated. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 99 Select the applicable Control or Regression report from the list. SPC Report options [drop-down box] For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 100: Report Features And Shortcuts

    The headers contain notes of sample file changes occurring after analysis. Summary report headers contain the same information as tabular and graphical reports with the exception of notes. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 101 Use to copy the report header as text. Text is copied to the clipboard Copy header as text and then can be pasted into other documents. Use to edit the report title and/or graphic in the report header. Edit AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 7 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 102 Displays the selected or hidden report in the Reports list box. Show [button] For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 8 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 103 Right click in the report data. Select Table header font on the shortcut Table header font menu. For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 9 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 104 Grid lines. Use to change how to display major / minor grid lines. Invert scale. Use to invert the scale. Linear / Logarithmic. Select the option to scale the graph as linear or AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 10 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 105: Graph Features And Shortcuts

    Title. Use to change the title of the selected curve. Use default thickness. Uses the default curve thickness. Deselect to enter a new thickness number in the Thickness text box. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 11 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 106 Displays a list of all curves. Select the curve to display. Show curve For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 12 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 107 Graph Features and Shortcuts ROSS Left click on the graph to view the cross-hair coordinates. Example of Axis cross-hair feature AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 13 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 108 A box will display in the area to be enlarged. To return to normal view, right click in the graph and select Autoscale all axes. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 14 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 109: Graph And Sample Overlays

    2. Go to File > Open and open the sample file. 3. On the Report Options tab, in the Selected Reports list box, highlight the graph to be used for multiple overlays, then click Edit. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 15 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 110 Save. 6. Select the overlay X-axis, Y-axis, and Overlay options. 7. Click to return to the Report Options tab. 8. Click Save, Save As, or Preview. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 16 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 111: Generate Multiple Sample Overlays

    6. On the overlay window, click the down arrow to the right of the Overlay field and select Overlay Samples. Select other options as needed, then click OK. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 17 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 112 Lists the files selected to be combined. Click to combine the files. Selected Files [selection] For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 18 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 113: Report Examples For Pycnometry Analyzers

    Report Examples for Pycnometry Analyzers EPORT XAMPLES FOR YCNOMETRY NALYZERS OMBINED EPORT AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 19 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 114: Summary Report

    7 About Reports UMMARY EPORT AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 20 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 115: Tabular Report

    Tabular Report ABULAR EPORT AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 21 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 116: Graph Report

    7 About Reports RAPH EPORT AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 22 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 117: Overlay Report

    Overlay Report VERLAY EPORT AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 23 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 118: Equilibration Report

    7 About Reports QUILIBRATION EPORT AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 24 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 119: Sample Log Report

    Sample Log Report AMPLE EPORT AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 7 - 25 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 121: Selected Reports

    The Combined Reports option creates a single report from all selected reports. The Combined Report contains no breaks between reports and no headings. Highlight the report, then click Edit edit report details. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 8 - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 122: Density And Volume Table

    Select the average, standard deviation, and coefficient of variation Summary Data (C.V.) for report parameters. [group box] For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 8 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 123: Density Volume Vs Cycle Number Trend Plot

    To select other sample files, go to the Report Options tab and click Overlays button. Select to display how data are plotted. Plot curve Plot points [check box] AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 8 - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 124 X-Axis [check box] Variables available for the y-axis. Y-Axis [check box] For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 8 - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 125: Density Vs Time Trend Plot

    Density Volume vs Cycle Number Trend Plot on page 8 - 3 The Density vs Cycle Number Trend Plot and the Volume vs Cycle Number Trend Plot are identical except for the x-axis units. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 8 - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 126: Equilibration Report

    Select to overlay the last cycle in the current file with the last cycle con- Overlay samples tained in other files. Click Overlays on the Report Options tab to select [check box] the other sample files. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 8 - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 127 Generates a tabular report for the Report quantity field selection. Show table [check box] For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 8 - 7 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 128: Options Report

    OLUME ABLE Density and Volume Table on page 8 - 2 The Pressure and Volume Table and the Density and Volume Table are identical unless otherwise noted. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 8 - 8 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 129: Sample Log Report

    If Pass/Fail is selected, the Min and Max fields are enabled. Enter the minimum and maximum values for the pass / fail. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 8 - 9 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 130: Total Pore Volume Vs Temperature

    Density Volume vs Cycle Number Trend Plot on page 8 - 3 The Total Pore Volume vs Temperature and the Density vs Cycle Number Trend Plot are identical unless otherwise noted. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 8 - 10 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 131: Volume Vs Cycle Number Trend Plot

    Density Volume vs Cycle Number Trend Plot on page 8 - 3 The Volume vs Cycle Number and the Density vs Cycle Number Trend Plot are identical unless otherwise noted. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 8 - 11 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 133: Diagnostics Using The Software

    File Select graph settings. Live Graph Starts the next test. Next [button] Name of the operator performing the diagnostic. Operator [text box] Repeats the test. Repeat [button] AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 9 - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 134 Select the appropriate test from the drop-down list. Test [drop-down box] For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 9 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 135: 10 About Calibration

    Log. To view the log, go to Unit [n] > Show Instrument Log. 1. Enter the current sample cell pressure. 2. Click Done. The pressure reading will be adjusted to the entered pressure. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 136: Calibration Report

    ALIBRATION EPORT Unit [n] > Calibration > Calibration Report 1. Select the type of chamber insert used. 2. Select the report destination. 3. Click to generate the report. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 137: Calibrate Temperature Offset

    Instrument Log. To view the log, go to Unit [n] > Show Instrument Log. 1. Enter the current sample cell temperature. 2. Click Done. Temperature reading will be adjusted to the entered temperature. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 138: Calibrate Zero Cell Volume

    Current expansion volume, and the date and time of calibration. Expansion Volume Insert None 1 cm unit 0.1 cm If None is selected, place an empty sample cup in the chamber. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 139: Calibrate Zero Pressure

    Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - ALIBRATE RESSURE Unit [n] > Calibration > Zero Pressure This option zeros the pressure transducer reading. Click Start to calibrate the pressure offset. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 140: Reset Pressure Calibration

    Click OK. The nominal calibrations may be sufficient. However, it is recommended to contact your Micromeritics Service Representative and schedule a proper pressure calibration as soon as possible since data accuracy may be compromised. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) —...

  • Page 141: Calibrate Volume Scale

    Standard.anc. The values in the current file will be replaced with those contained in the selected file. Click OK, then click again to return to the Calibrate Volume Scale window. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 7 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 142 Wait 10 minutes for 1- and 10 cm pycnometer Wait 15 minutes for the 100 cm pycnometer Wait 20 minutes for the 350 cm pycnometer 30 minutes for the 2000 cm pycnometer AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 8 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 143 None, 35 cm , 10 cm 350 cm and 2000 cm units None, Large, Small If None is selected, place an empty sample cup in the chamber. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 9 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 144 The volume of the standard used for the previous calibration. Volume of Calibration Standard [text box] For fields and buttons not listed in this table, see Common Fields and But- tons on page 3 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 10 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 145: Verify Operation

    Click OK. 4. Click Report After Analysis. Select the Report after analysis option, then click OK. 5. Click Start to begin the analysis. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 11 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 146 Tolerance = (10 * 0.0003) + (6.372242 * 0.0003) = 0.003 + 0.0019116726 = 0.005 cm If the values do not agree, a leak may be indicated. Check the system for leaks. Then repeat steps 1 through 6. If the values continue to disagree, contact your Micromeritics Service Representative. See Diagnostics using the Software on page 9 -...

  • Page 147: Load Calibration From File

    The default file name of 0217-2013-04-25.CAL is interpreted as: 0217 is the analyzer serial number 2013-04-25 is the date the calibration file was saved .CAL is the file name extension AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 13 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 148: Calibrate Using The Keypad

    Press CHOICE until the option is displayed, then press ENTER. Calibration Type? Volume Volume Temperature Pressure Copy to an external device Load from an external device Reset Pressure Calibration AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 14 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 149: Calibration Data

    The range is 0.01 to 999.0000 cm Displays the expansion volume determined during calibration. Press Calibration Data ENTER. Expansion Volume: The range is 0.5 to 999.0000 cm AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 15 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 150: Calibrate Volume

    (Cal1). When the first calibration is com- [ENTER] to start plete, the pycnometer beeps three times and the next prompt is dis- played. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 16 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 151: Reset Pressure Calibration

    ESET RESSURE ALIBRATION Contact a Micromeritics Service Representative and schedule a proper pressure cal- ibration since data accuracy may be compromised. This option can be used when the pressure is suspected of not being reported correctly by the analyzer. For example: a zero, negative, or unreasonably high reading is being consistently reported.

  • Page 152: Review Calibration

    , 1.0 cm (for 10 cm unit) None, 35 cm , 10.0 cm (for 100 cm unit) None, 650 cm , 1300 cm (for 2000 cm pycnometer) AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 18 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 153 Press ENTER to view the values for the next cycle. Press SAVE to return to the Reload prompt. Press SAVE to automatically recalculate collected data and add all data reduction messages back into the queue. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 19 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 154: Calibrate Temperature

    10 About Calibration ALIBRATE EMPERATURE This operation typically is performed by a Micromeritics Service Representative. Press Alt + ., then press CHOICE until Temperature is displayed. Description Display Text Enter the temperature obtained from a reference temperature sensor. Calibrate Temperature Press ENTER to automatically return to the Reload prompt.

  • Page 155: Load Calibration Data From A Usb Media

    Calibration for SN (nnnn) copied Remove the USB media. The Reload prompt displays. This prompt Remove USB stick appears immediately after the Calibration for SN prompt. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 10 - 21 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 157: Hardware

    11 Hardware 11 H ARDWARE Parts and accessories can be found online at www.Micromeritics.com. NALYSIS ODULE TO ONTROL ODULE Add Analysis Modules to a Temperature Controlled Module on page 14 - 2 Additional analysis modules provide the ability to increase productivity and/or provide a means for analyzing different size samples concurrently.
  • Page 158 10. Calibrate the pycnometer. See Calibrate Using the Keypad on page 10 - 14 Calibrate Using the Software on page 10 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 11 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 159: Analytical Balance

    Analytical Balance NALYTICAL ALANCE The analytical balance tested by Micromeritics is Scientec model #ZSA120. An analytical balance can be connected to a serial port on the computer and used to transfer the sample’s mass directly to the AccuPyc II application.

  • Page 160: Brightness Control

    1. Insert a small flat head screwdriver into the opening. 2. Rotate the screwdriver until it engages in the slot, then turn clockwise to darken and coun- terclockwise to lighten. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 11 - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 161: Handling System Components

    Avoid laying the chamber cap on a work surface. Debris may collect on the greased surface of the O-ring which can also affect analysis results. When multiple analysis modules are connected, never interchange sample chamber caps. Caps are unit specific. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 11 - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 162: Rs232 Pin Assignment

    If transmission problems occur, ensure that the signals are set up properly. If the signals are correctly configured, contact the receiving device manufacturer for assistance. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 11 - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 163: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Safe operation and handling of the instrument, supplies, and accessories is the responsibility of the operator. Do not modify this instrument without the authorization of a Micromeritics service per- sonnel. When lifting or relocating the instrument, use proper lifting and transporting devices for heavy instruments.
  • Page 164 Action D: Have electrician check cord using test meter. Replace if defective. Cause E: Loose internal connection, broken wire, or failure of internal power supply. Action E: Contact a Micromeritics Service Representative for repair or replacement information. Specified pressure not reached or maintained.
  • Page 165 This will remove sample con- tamination, which may cause a leak, from the valve seat. Repeat the process for the vent valve with the inlet and expansion valves open. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 166: Power

    7.5 amps @ 230V~ ±10%. There should also be sufficient outlets for all devices. The external power adapter required for the AccuPyc is Micromeritics' part number 003- 40054-00. Use of any other power adapter could damage equipment and/or cause harm to the operator.

  • Page 167: Chamber Cap O-Ring

    4. Distribute the grease evenly and completely around the O-ring groove. 5. Replace the chamber cap. 6. If recalibrating the pycnometer, allow the pycnometer to warm up for 30 minutes before cal- ibrating. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 168 7. Ensure the O-ring groove is properly greased. See Grease the Chamber Cap O-Ring on the previous page. 8. Replace the chamber cap. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 169: Check The Cell And Expansion Chambers For Leaks

    C. Vent valve 1. Allow the pycnometer to equilibrate thermally in a room with a stable temperature. 2. Press Alt + 1 to enter Manual mode. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 7 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 170 Vent the system, then repeat steps 4 through 7 several times to verify that a leak is indic- ated. If a leak is indicated, call a Micromeritics Service Representative. 8. Press 9 to close the Vent valve, 8 to open the Expansion valve, and 7 to open the Fill valve;...

  • Page 171: Clean The Dust Filter

    8. Check for leaks: a. Fill the system with gas. b. Open Expansion valve. c. Check for leaks by applying a leak detecting liquid around the dust filter cover. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 9 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 172: Clean The Pycnometer

    Always wear personal protection equipment appropriate for the type and level of con- tamination. In addition to following the instructions to clean the pycnometer, service personnel should use compressed air to decontaminate internal components. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 10 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 173: Guidelines For Connecting Gases

    500 psi (3500 kPa) on the high pressure gauge. Contaminants absorbed to the walls of the cylinder will desorb as the pressure decreases. Ensure the gas cylinder is closed before connecting to the analyzer. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 11 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 174: Replace A Gas Cylinder

    6. Use an appropriate wrench to loosen the nut at the regulator connector nut then remove the regulator from the cylinder. 7. Replace the protective cap on the depleted cylinder. Disconnect the retaining strap and move the cylinder to an appropriate location. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 12 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 175 If the gas line is not connected to the regulator and the instrument connect it now. b. Fully open the gas bottle shut-off valve and the gas regulator shut-off valve. c. Under manual control, open the fill, expand, and vent val AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 13 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 176 Allow gas to flow for 30 seconds. f. Close the fill, expand, and vent valves. g. Turn the regulator control knob clockwise to increase pressure by 2 psi (15 kPa). AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 14 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 177: Regulator Pressure

    4. On the schematic, close the Fill valve, then increase the regulator pressure by 2.0 psig (13.8 kPag). 5. Allow the pressure in the pycnometer to drop below 2.0 psig, then close the Expansion and Vent valves. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 15 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 178 6. Allow the pressure in the pycnometer to drop below 2.0 psig, then press 8 and 9 to close the Expansion and Vent valves. The display will show: X - X - X 7. Press SAVE to return to the Reload prompt. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 16 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 179: Recover From A Power Failure

    Hold the .(decimal) key on the keypad during power ON. This erases data and setup parameters except for printer and network settings. Hold 5 on keypad during power ON. This resets setup parameters, as well as printers and net- work settings. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 17 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 180: Power Instrument On And Off

    Power ON the equipment in the following order: If running the analyzer with a computer: 1. Computer 2. Monitor 3. Printer 4. Analyzer If running the analyzer without a computer: 1. Analyzer AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 12 - 18 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 181: Service Test Mode

    Options > Service Test Mode Service Test Mode is a password protected option used to perform certain service tests with the assistance of a trained Micromeritics Service Representative. This password is supplied by your Micromeritics Service Representative. If a menu item is grayed out, it is usually an indication that Service Test Mode is required.

  • Page 183: Tec Module

    Do not allow papers or other debris to be pulled across the fan as this will stop the necessary air flow. The TEC system will be unable to control temperature, and may become damaged. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 13 - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 184: Operate The Tec Module

    TEC unit and the AccuPyc display because two different sensors are being used. The AccuPyc sensor and electronics are calibrated together to compensate for any component differences between the sensor and the circuit board components. Micromeritics considers the AccuPyc temperature display to be a more accurate reflection of the sample temperature than the reading from the controller.

  • Page 185: Volume Change With Temperature For The 100 Cm3 Accupyc

    For example, if the ball is 51.092292 cm at 20 °C but run at 50 °C, multiply the Volume × the Factor in the table. 51.092292 × 1.000303 = 51.107773 AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 13 - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 186: Asphalt Density Measurement

    10. Go to Unit [n] > Sample Analysis and select the sample file created in the previous step. 11. Enter the mass of the cup in the Cup mass field. 12. Select the chamber insert that was used for calibration. 13. Click Start. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 13 - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 187: 14 Temperature-Controlled Accupyc

    EMPERATURE ONTROLLED A temperature controlled AccuPyc must be connected to a circulating bath (not provided by Micromeritics). Refer to the manufacturer operator manual for circulating bath operating instructions. TTACH A IRCULATING The rear panel of the temperature-controlled AccuPyc contains connections for a circulating bath.

  • Page 188: Add Analysis Modules To A Temperature Controlled Module

    5. Power ON the analyzer. If using the Windows version of the AccuPyc II, start the application. 6. Calibrate the analysis module using the calibration kit shipped with the system. See About Calibration on page 10 - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 14 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 189: 15 Multivolume Insert Option

    The fritted filter caps for the 1 cm and 3.5 cm inserts fit on top of the insert. The cap for the 10 cm insert (shown in image) fits on the sample cup. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 15 - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 190 A. Fritted filter B. Sample cup C. Insert The inserts for the 2000 cm systems are installed and removed with a special tool. A. Tool B. Insert AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 15 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 191 O-ring to grip the inside surface of the sample cup. 4. Place the cup into the insert, then tilt the tool to one side and remove it from the sample cup. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 15 - 3...
  • Page 192 The fritted filter caps for the 1 and 3.5 cm inserts fit on the top of the insert. Fritted filter caps are not available for the 0.1 and 35 cm inserts. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 15 - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 193 17. Press SAVE to save the information and return to the Reload prompt. The pycnometer is now ready for analyses using the 0.1 cm insert / cup. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 15 - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 194 5. Press SAVE to save the changes and return to the Reload prompt. A Chamber Insert prompt will display during all normal operating procedures. For example, a Chamber Insert prompt will display when starting a calibration or analysis. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 15 - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 195: Multigas Option

    8. Insert the other end of the tubing into the gas inlet. Use the self contained swage nut to secure the tubing to the inlet. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 16 - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 196 ASES After installing the gases, use the knob to select the gas. Purge the gas lines when changing gases. Turn the knob to select the gas AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual 16 - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 197: A Advanced Reports - Python Module A

    More advanced example python scripts are included in the analyzer software. Application specific discussions can be found on https://www.micromeritics.com/Pressroom/MicroReport.aspx The examples in this topic are also included as a part of the Micromeritics installation pro- cess and are located in the Scripts sub-directory.

  • Page 198: Advanced Report Options A

    Available Scripts box. 7. On the Report Options tab, click Preview. The Python Reports will be included on the tabs across the top portion of the Reports window. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 199: Graphic Reports A

    --- line style; (default = '-') : solid '--' : dash : dot '-.' : dash dot '-..' : dash dot dot marker --- marker shape; (default = 'a') : plus AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 200: Add A Curve Using The Second Y-Axis

    (default = True) ylinear --- y-axis linear scale; if false, use log scale (default = True) yylinear --- yy-axis linear scale; if false, use log scale AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 201: Create A New Graphical Report

    --- None, or two values giving the min and max range of the axis. xbars_id --- None, or the id of an xbar control created via the mic.control() object AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 202: Scripts A

    Select the script in the Available Scripts box then click Remove. The script is removed from the application however, the original .py text file is not affected. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 203: Edit A Script A

    Removes the script from the Available Scripts box but does not affect Remove [button] original .py text file. Replaces the contents of the selected script however, the script name Replace [button] remains the same. AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 7 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 204: Python Reports A

    = np.array( [0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, 0.5, 0.6, 0.7, 0.8, 0.9, 1.0 ] ) mic.graph.add( 'X ', myx, myx*myx, marker='o' ) mic.graph.add( 'sin(X)', myx, np.sin(myx), marker='^' ) The results are: AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 8 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 205: Summary Report A

    ["Label 1:", "Label 2:", "Label 3:"], ["val1", "val2", "val3"] ) mic.summary.add( "Summary B", ["Label 4:", "Label 5:", "Label 6:"], ["val4", "val5", "val6"] ) The result is: AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 9 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 206: Tabular Report A

    "My Set B" ) mic.table.addcolumn( "X", ['{:8.3f}'.format(x1), '{:8.3f}'.format(x2), '{:8.3f}'.format(x3)] ) mic.table.addcolumn( "sin(X)", ['{:8.3f}'.format(np.sin(x1)), '{:8.3f}'.format(np.sin(x2)), '{:8.3f}'.format(np.sin(x3))] ) mic.table.addcolumn( "cos(X)", ['{:8.3f}'.format(np.cos(x1)), '{:8.3f}'.format(np.cos(x2)), '{:8.3f}'.format(np.cos(x3))] ) The result is: AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 10 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 207: Enable The Use Of Overlay Data A

    6. Select the Overlay samples checkbox to the right of the selected report. 7. Click OK. 8. Run the script using the instructions found in Scripts on page A - AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 11 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 208 A Advanced Reports - Python Module AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 12 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 209 --- column alignment; 'r', 'l', 'c' for right, left, and center jus- tified Create a New Tabular Report mic.table( title='User Table' ) Keyword arguments: title --- the tabular report title (default = 'User Table') AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 13 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 210: Summary Reports A

    --- column of values; must be a list of strings (or convertible) and the same length as labels Create a New Summary Report mic.summary( title='User Summary' ) Keyword arguments: title --- the summary title AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 14 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 211: Graphic Reports A

    '' or None : no marker : automatically selected graphtype --- graph type; (default = 'both') 'curve' or 'c' : curve 'points' or 'p' : points 'both' or 'b' : curve-and-points AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 15 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 212 --- None, or two values giving the min and max range of the axis. xbars_id --- None, or the id of an xbar control created via the mic.control() object AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 16 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 213: Get Sample Information Item A

    --- Sample to retrieve (default = 0). : the current sample file 1 through 8 : the corresponding overlay sample file Usage: mass = sample_information('sample mass') mass = sample_information('sample mass',0) AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual A - 17 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 215: B Exported Data Example B

    B Exported Data Example XPORTED XAMPLE AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual B - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 216 B Exported Data Example AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual B - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 217 B Exported Data Example AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual B - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 218 B Exported Data Example AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual B - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 219 B Exported Data Example AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual B - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 220 B Exported Data Example AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual B - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 221: C Sample Volume Equation Derivation C

    The ideal gas law gives: where moles of gas in the sample cell the gas constant temperature cell volume sample volume expansion volume initial cell pressure Expansion volume: AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual C - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 222 Substituting from equations (1) and (2) into (3): then Adding and subtracting P in the denominator and rearranging gives Dividing by (P ) in both the numerator and denominator AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual C - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 223 (1) becomes and equation (2) becomes A derivation similar to that above yields the working equation for the 1 cm and 2000 cm pycnometers AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual C - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

  • Page 225: D Transmitted Data D

    4a. Date 4b. Time Stop (reported on one line as ASCII comma delimited 8 characters (each) data) 5a. Date 5b. Time Temperature 1 floating point AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual D - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 226 Run precision 1 floating point 0 = Disabled 1 = Enabled Percent full scale 1 floating point Carriage return / Line feed Carriage return / Line feed AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual D - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 227 1 unsigned integer Volume 1 floating point Volume deviation 1 floating point Density 1 floating point Density deviation 1 floating point Temperature (all temperature data) 1 floating point AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual D - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 228 (100 cm unit) 3.5 cm (10 cm unit) Average cell volume 1 floating point Cell volume standard deviation 1 floating point Average expansion volume 1 floating point AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual D - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 229 P1* (all P1* data) 1 floating point P2* (all P2* data) 1 floating point Include in average calculation 1 integer 0 = Excluded 1 = Included AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual D - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 230 1 floating point Cell volume standard deviation 1 floating point Average expansion volume 1 floating point Expansion volume standard deviation 1 floating point Number of runs 1 integer AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual D - 6 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 231 0 = Excluded 1 = Included Cell volume 1 floating point Cell volume deviation 1 floating point Expansion volume 1 floating point Expansion volume deviation 1 floating point AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual D - 7 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 235 O-Ring 12 - 5 axis cross-hair 7 - 13 circulating bath, attach 14 - 1 combined report report example, pycnometry 7 - 19 report options 8 - 1 AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual Index - 1 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 236 B - 1 keypad about 2 - 3 calibrate using 10 - 14 fields and buttons, common 3 - 2 file status 3 - 7 AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual Index - 2 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 237 5 - 2 Density vs Cycle Number Trend Plot 8 - 3 parts and accessories iv Density vs Time 8 - 5 Equilibration Report 8 - 6 AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual Index - 3 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 238 2 - 10 about 4 - 1 transmitted data create, pycnometry 4 - 1 data units D - 1 open 3 - 15 AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual Index - 4 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...
  • Page 239 8 - 11 volume, calibrate 10 - 16 warranty i zero cell volume, calibrate 10 - 4 zero pressure, calibrate 10 - 5 AccuPyc II 1345 Operator Manual Index - 5 134-42851-01 (Rev A) — Jan 2021...

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