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As a result of research to further improve the PTT-100V, some details in the operating instructions may differ from your actual machine. For operating problems or product information, please contact Van der Stahl Scientific. About the warning labels The following marks are used in this manual to easily identify the conditions of risks, damages, or some tips for the optimal use of your unit.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 3 Operating precautions Operate the machine as described in the following safeguards. Van der Stahl Scientific shall not be responsible for any damages results from the misuse of the machine against this operating direction. Warning ・...
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Also do not short-circuit the fuse holder. Removing the body cover Do not remove the body cover except for the person who is allowed by Van der Stahl Scientific since there are some high voltage parts inside machine.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 4 Major parts and function Clamp lever Pull up or push down to open/close the grip. Grip part Clamp and fix the test piece. VIU unit Inspects the sealing surface. Load cell The load-cell for measuring the load. (Compression load cell) Control panel Used for operating...
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 5 Machine installation Please use the machine in the following work environment. Surrounding temperature and humidity Temperature 5 ~ 40 ºC/ 40 ~ 105ºF Humidity 30 ~ 80%RH (no condensation) Place the machine on a flat place Place the machine on a sturdy, flat surface to ensure optimum stability.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 6 Operation 6-1 Set the thin-film grips The thin-film grip on the measurement side is not attached at the time of factory shipment. Insert a pin to fix the grip as in the following directions. Thin-film grip on the Grip fixing pin measurement side ...
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 6-4 Turn ON the power switch Turn ON the power switch to “ ” position. The display will show the software version such as “VO.01” and the date and time few seconds later. When the Administrator and Operator IDs are registered and activated, the display will show the password input menu before the date/time display.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 6-5-1 Administrator / operator ID registration When using the machine for the first time, please set the date and time referring to Attention “6-5-2 <MENU 5> Date setting” on page 18 and “6-5-3 <MENU 6> Time setting” on page 18. If you do not need the Administrator and Operator IDs, please skip this process and start from “6-5-2 TIPS <MENU 5>...
When registering the Administrator password, be sure to note it and keep it in a safe place. If you forget your password, you may not be able to operate the machine. Van der Stahl cannot recognize or manage passwords that customers have set.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 6-5-1-4 Register operator ID Access the menu in the right procedure. MENU 16 OPERATOR SETTING The right screen will be shown on the display. 0 : 0 : <ADMINIST> <000000> indicates the selected letter that flashes. Press the button so that the right display will be ID number...
When registering the Administrator password, be sure to note it and keep it in a safe place. If you forget your password, you may not be able to operate the machine. Van der Stahl cannot recognize or manage passwords that customers have set.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 6-5-2 <MENU 5> Date setting Access the menu in the right procedure. MENU 5 DATE SETTING The right screen will be shown on the display. DATE 04.01.11 indicates the selected letter that flashes. The set date shows in the order of month/day/year on the display.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 6-5-4 <MENU 7> Time adjustment Access the menu in the right procedure. MENU 7 TIME ADJUST The right screen will be shown on the display. ADJUST 15:25:45 The set time can be adjusted in the following directions in order to adjust the time precisely.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 6-5-6 <MENU 3> Return mode setting Return mode is the function to bring the grip base back to the starting position automatically after the peel test. When the function is off, the clamp base stays at the end position until button is pressed.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 6-5-9 <MENU 11> VIU brightness setting The brightness of the VIU lights is adjustable in 5 stages. Access the menu in the right procedure. MENU 11 BRIGHTNESS The display now shows the right screen. BRIGHTNESS BRIGHTNESS LEVEL 1 LEVEL 5 arrow buttons to switch the level of...
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 6-5-11 <MENU 13> Setting the LOT number You can input the lot number for one lot of the inspection with this menu. The lot number may be registered using a total of 10 uppercase letters and numbers. The default setting is “0000000000”. Access the menu in the right procedure.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 6-5-13 <MENU 1> Pattern setting The PTT-100V can register and store 5 patterns of peel test including the test condition as well as the pass/fail limit criteria. Before starting the operation, register the most suitable test pattern for your test object. The following diagram shows the structure of the pattern setting menu.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 6-5-13-1 Select PATTERN NUMBER Use the arrow buttons to select the desired test 1: PATTERN NAME 5: PATTERN NAME PATTERN 1 PATTERN 1 pattern. indicates the selected letter that flashes. 6-5-13-2 Edit PATTERN NAME button to go to PATTERN NAME Press the 1: PATTERN NAME 1: PATTERN NAME...
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E If you select “AUTO” mode, the machine Attention recognizes the test completion when the peel strength becomes 0N for 5mm of grip movement after exceeding 1.1N. The “MANUAL” mode finishes testing when the grip reaches to the end position. To stop the test before the grip reaches to the end, press button.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 7 Start testing After setting the measuring condition, please follow the directions below to perform visual inspection and peel tensile testing correctly. 7-1 Operation procedure - with inspection mode 1 - With the Inspection Mode 1, the VIU inspection and PTT test can be performed separately. Please note that the Operators cannot change the setting when the Administrator ID is Attention registered and activated...
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 7-1-1 Perform visual inspection with VIU Please prepare for one sealed sterilized bag. Press the button to display the following. 0001 FILM OFF Sealing surface Test counter TIPS <Counter Reset> As the number of inspection proceeds, the numeric value of the counter increases one at a time from 0001 to 9999.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 7-1-2 Perform peel tensile testing with PTT Please prepare for one sealed sterilized bag. Cut it a specimen as specified in ASTM 88. By using a cutting template, which TIPS is included in the accessories, you can easily cut the film in the size of 1 inch width.
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PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E Press the button. The operation pattern 1: PATTERN1 selection display will be shown on the screen. 10mm/30mm/AUTO When operating the machine Attention continuously, pattern selection will be skipped from the second operation. Using the button, select the desired operation pattern.
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PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E Press button. The display will show the FILM SET 0001 measurement result as in the right illustration. PUSH START KEY If the results meet the value set at “<MENU 1> PATTERN SETTING,” the unit will proceed to perform normal operations.
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PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E Instructions for how to set the specimen to the grips Caution ・ The film thickness that can be clamped by the grips is from 0.03 to 0.2mm. ※ When clamping the hard material that has the multiple layers including PET, the clamp power may decline.
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PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E How to use the clamping-type grips Grip opens when the lever is lifted up. When the lever is lifted up, the grip is open. Lift up the lever to insert or remove the specimen. Grip part The cutout part of the lever is the stopper.
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PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E How to use the specimen setting gauge By using the specimen setting gauge, it will be easier to insert the specimen to the thin-film grips. Please note that the specimen setting gauge is not suitable for the highly flexible materials.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 7-2 Operation procedure - with the inspection mode 2 - With the Inspection Mode 2, the VIU and PTT inspections are performed as one set. Please note that the Operators cannot change the setting when the Administrator ID is Attention registered and activated DATE <**.**.**>...
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 7-2-1 How to perform the Inspection Mode 2 Follow the direction of “7-1-1 Perform visual inspection with VIU” on page 27 When the VIU inspection result is “FAIL,” the inspection is complete. The ADMIN password will be required when logged in as Operator and the ADMIN ID is activated.
The PTT-100V can be connected to a PC with the attached USB cable, and the test results can be transferred to the PC using the application software. For the installation of the PC application for PTT-100V and its operating method, please contact Van der Stahl Scientific, Inc.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 11 <MENU 9> Daily inspection The PTT-100V has the function to regularly inspect the peel strength measurement ability. By carrying out this inspection every day before the testing, the correct performance of the measuring device will be ensured. Attention The unit display for the daily inspection is fix to “mm, N”...
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In case the result is far apart from this figure, it is possible that the load cell is malfunctioning. Contact Van der Stahl for support. TIPS Each machine has different standard value for daily inspection.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 12 <MENU 15> Data view With this menu, you can check the stored test data with the PTT-100V. Access the menu in the right procedure. MENU 15 DATA VIEW The display now shows the right screen. DATA VIEW PEEL DATA arrow buttons to select and press the...
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 13 Maintenance 13-1 Battery replacement You will need: a Philips screwdriver Replace when: “BATTERY ERROR” is displayed. Remove the screws CR Coin Lithium Battery contains Warning Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. California residents, see www. dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 13-2 Fuse replacement You will need: a flathead screwdriver Remove PTT-100V uses the fuse with the following Flathead Fuse holder screwdriver specification: Power cord connector Maximum rated voltage: 250V Maximum rated current: Type: FAST Install Two fuse holders are located above the inlet for the power cord.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 13-3 VIU photo sensor adjustment If you notice the following in regards to the VIU Unit Remove the cover. Photo Sensor, adjust the volume control: FILM ON when film is inserted during VIU inspection. being inserted. You will need: a precision screwdriver The photo sensor is located inside...
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E 14 About calibration The load cell accuracy will decline with the number of use and passage of time. We recommend performing calibration every periodically so that you may continue to use the load cell in a better condition.
Carefully follow the directions in the operating instructions when replacing parts. Please consult Van der Stahl Scientific if after referring to the chart, the problem cannot be resolved. Please refer any questions regarding replacement of parts not listed in the operating instructions or adjustment of such parts to Van der Stahl Scientific.
PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver.4.03E Exploded View / Parts List When ordering spare parts, please consult the exploded view diagram / spare parts list on the following pages and provide both the part name and code number to your local dealer.
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PTT-100V Parts List 096002D PTT-100V Parts Code No. Parts name Sales unit Parts Code No. Parts name Sales unit 560326 1 pc. 78833 PTT load-cell 1 pc. 560364 PTT-100V specimen setting jig 10mm 1 pc. 560350 PTT-100V grip on the measurement-side 1 pc.
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Represented by Y7003 DEC 2017 4th Edition PTT-100V Operating Instructions Ver. 4.03E...