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- Page 1 Bubble Pressure Tensiometer BP50 User Manual V1-04 © KRÜSS GmbH, Hamburg 2012-2014...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Calibration with LabDesk or the BP50 ..................12 3.6.2 Reference liquid ..........................12 3.6.3 Carrying out a calibration with the BP50 ................13 3.6.4 Cancelling the calibration prematurely .................. 13 Forcing out the liquid ........................... 13 Carrying out a measurement ......................13 4 Cleaning and maintenance .................... - Page 4 2 Contents Cleaning the surface of the BP50 ..................... 15 5 Firmware update ........................16 Appendix ............................19 I Technical data .......................... 19 II Warranty and caveat emptor .................... 19 III Copyright and right to make alterations ..............19...
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Page 5: General Information
SPA C SPA C SPAC SPAC If the BP50 and its accessories are not used in accordance with this manual, the effectiveness of safety measures provided can be impaired. SPA C SPA C SPAC SPAC The BP50 may only be used by trained personnel. -
Page 6: Opening The Transport Packing And Checking The Scope Of Supply
General information Opening the transport packing and checking the scope of supply Open the transport packing. Check the BP50 and its accessories for damage during shipment. Please keep the transport packing material, at least the PE foam forms. The transport packaging is required if the instrument has to be shipped for reparation. -
Page 7: Reference To Other Manuals
If problems should occur when working with your KRÜSS product please consult the technical customer support at KRÜSS GmbH. You can contact them at: KRÜSS GmbH Technical customer support Tel: +49 040/514401-0 Fax: +49 040/514401-98 E-mail: info@kruss.de SPA C SPA C SPAC SPAC... -
Page 8: Introduction
The time from the beginning of the formation of the bubble to the time that the maximum pressure is detected is the age of the surface. In the case of the BP50, this surface age can be specified over a wide measuring range. -
Page 9: Operating The Bp50
Operating the BP50 page 7 Operating the BP50 When the operating steps described in this chapter have been completed, measurements are carried out under software control. For information on defining and carrying out measurements, please read the LabDesk manual. -
Page 10: The Control Panel
Key(s) Function Switch compressor on / off The BP50 is ready to use as soon as it is connected to the switched-on computer. It is not necessary to press the ON/OFF button to carry out a measurement or calibration. -
Page 11: Connecting The Instrument
Wear disposable gloves so that the capillary does not become contaminated. Fit the capillary to the capillary holder on the BP50 using slight pressure. Switching the compressor on and off (for test purposes) The compressor can be switched on to check the generation and detection of bubbles. -
Page 12: Immersing The Capillary
3.5.2 Using a stand For surface ages > 1500 ms, the BP50 should be used with a stand. Standard arm 1. Fix the arm to a laboratory stand using a stand clamp. 2. Fit the BP50 into the opening of the arm. - Page 13 Operating the BP50 page 11 Optional stand with lifting device Scew for lifting and lowering Fixing screw for the standard arm Opening for standard arm Area for placing the sample vessel 1. Loosen the fixing screw for the standard arm.
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Page 14: Calibrating The Instrument And The Capillary
12 Operating the BP50 3. Fit the BP50 into the opening of the arm. 4. Place the sample vessel in the recess on the base plate of the lifting device. 5. Immerse the capillary by lowering the lifting device with the help of the adjusting screw. -
Page 15: Carrying Out A Calibration With The Bp50
Immerse the capillary in the reference liquid. Press the key. The calibration will start. A beep from the BP50 indicates that the calibration has started. Another beep will be heard after approx. 30 s. Calibration is now complete. 3.6.4 Cancelling the calibration prematurely ... -
Page 16: Cleaning And Maintenance
page 14 Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning and maintenance SPA C SPA C SPAC SPAC Cleaning the sample vessel The first two cleaning steps should also be carried out before a sample vessel is used for the first time. Do not use cleaning agents which contain surfactants (soap, rinsing agents) or any alkaline cleaning agents. -
Page 17: Step 4 (If Necessary): Cleaning With Oxidising Acid
Cleaning the surface of the BP50 Use soft cloths, which will not scratch the surface, for cleaning the BP50. Clean the surface of the BP50 with pure water and a little rinsing agent if necessary. The surfaces of the BP50 can become dull due to contact with organic solvents. -
Page 18: Firmware Update
When a firmware update becomes available, this can be downloaded from our website www.kruss.de and loaded onto the BP50. SPA C SPA C SPAC SPAC Downloading current firmware 1. Go to our website www.kruss.de. Click on Login. 2. Enter your Username and Password. Click on the button. - Page 19 3. Press and hold the key. Connect the BP50 to a USB port on the computer. The Status indicator on the BP50 will illuminate red. The BP50 will be in the firmware upload mode. SPA C SPA C SPAC SPAC...
- Page 20 6. Click on the Send Firmware button. The new firmware will be uploaded. 7. At the end of the process, the message update done will appear. The BP50 will be restarted.
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Page 21: Appendix
Appendix page 19 Appendix Technical data 70 × 40 × 250 mm (W X× D × H) Dimensions Weight 600 g Power consumption 2,5 W Operating voltage 5VDC (via USB) Interface SPA C SPA C SPAC SPAC SPA C SPA C SPAC SPAC SPA C SPA C SPAC SPAC Warranty and caveat emptor The warranty terms and deadlines are described in the general terms and...