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- Page 1 Operations Manual Electrochemistry Meters Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter User Manual 68X002223 | Revision 01 | June 2022...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1 ..............6 Introduction ............ 6 1.1 Intended Use ........6 1.1.1 Intended Use ..........6 1.1.2 Non-Intended Use ........6 1.1.3 Safety ............6 1.1.4 Power Connection ........6 1.2 Cleaning Instructions (Meter Only) ..6 Chapter 2 .............. - Page 4 3.2.6 Nominal Cell Constant ......17 3.2.7 Temperature Compensation Coefficient ... 18 3.2.8 Reference Temperature ......18 3.2.9 TDS Factor ..........19 3.2.10 Read Type ..........19 3.2.11 Timed Interval ........20 3.2.12 Calibration Due Alarm ......20 3.2.13 Temperature Units ......... 21 3.2.14 Set Date Format ........
- Page 5 5.7.1 USB Computer Cable Interfacing ..... 32 5.7.2 Remote Commands ......... 32 5.8 Software Update Procedure ....33 Chapter 6 .............. 34 Troubleshooting ..........34 6.1 Meter Troubleshooting ......34 6.2 Measurement Troubleshooting ... 34 6.3 Technical Support ......34 Chapter 7 ..............
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Page 6: Chapter 1
Before using it, verify that this product is suitable for its The Orion Lab Star EC112 conductivity meters are capable intended use. If the product is used in a of measuring conductivity, salinity or total dissolved solids... -
Page 7: Chapter 2
Replace the screw from step 3 to attach the base plate to the meter. Turn the meter over, with meter display facing up. Insert the stand with electrode holder into the metal post on the base plate. Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 8: Universal Power Supply Assembly
2.2 Universal Power b. Align the two tabs on the power adapter Supply Assembly connector with the two slots on the meter power input. A universal power adapter (Catalog Number LSTAR-PWR) with US/Japan, Euro, UK/Singapore, Australia/New Zealand and China wall plug plates is included with the meter. -
Page 9: Keypad Functions
Press to power on the meter. When the meter is on, press to turn the backlight off or on. When the meter is on, press and hold for three seconds to power off the meter. Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 10: Display Overview
2.4 Display Overview Icon Description Calibration Icon: Indicates meter is in the calibration mode; also shown with the Setup Menu Icon and Memory Icon when viewing the calibration log. Setup Menu Icon: Indicates meter is in the Setup Menu mode. Measure Icon: Indicates meter is in the Measure mode. -
Page 11: Meter Connections
The Orion Lab Star EC112 conductivity meter is compatible with 2-cell and 4-cell conductivity electrodes with a MiniDIN connector. The Orion Lab Star EC112 conductivity meter can be purchased in a meter only configuration (purchase electrode separately) or kitted with a conductivity electrode. -
Page 12: Chapter 3
Chapter 3 Setup Menu Item Description View up to 500 data log points and active conductivity, salinity, View Logs TDS and temperature Setup Menu calibrations Set the export type as computer Log Export Type or printer or turn export off Send all saved data logs and Export All Logs calibration logs to the selected... -
Page 13: Setup Menu Items
For the data log, press the or key to change the view from the date/time screen to the measurement data screen. Press key Press or key Press key Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 14: Viewing The Calibration Log
If desired, press the “Log/Export” key to export the Press key individual data log point being viewed. Press the “Menu” key to return to the main Setup Menu list. 3.2.1b Viewing the Calibration Log Press the “Enter” key to view the display log. Press ... -
Page 15: Log Export Type
Note: If a large amount of data is exported, the meter may take a few minutes to complete exporting all saved data logs and calibration logs to the selected device. Press the “Enter” key to save the change. Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 16: Temperature Calibration Or Manual Temperature Input
3.2.4 Temperature Calibration or 3.2.4b Manual Temperature Input Manual Temperature Input When a conductivity electrode without ATC sensor is connected, use the Manual Temperature Input menu to 3.2.4a Temperature Calibration enter the sample temperature value, from -5.0 °C to 105.0 °C. When a conductivity electrode with built-in ATC sensor is Press the ... -
Page 17: Measure Mode
Press the key to decrease the value by 0.001. Press and hold the key to quickly decrease. Press the “Enter” key to save the change. Press the “Enter” key to save the change. Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 18: Temperature Compensation Coefficient
3.2.7 Temperature Compensation 3.2.8 Reference Temperature Coefficient Set the reference temperature for temperature compensation to 15°C, 20°C, 25°C or 30°C. Set temperature compensation off or enter the value of the linear coefficient value for temperature compensation to Press the or key to scroll through the Setup apply a constant percent correction factor to every degree Menu list until the Reference Temperature item is change in temperature. -
Page 19: Tds Factor
Press the or key to scroll through the Setup Menu list until the Read Type item is shown. Press the or key to set the read type. Press the “Enter” key to save the change. Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 20: Timed Interval
3.2.11 Timed Interval 3.2.12 Calibration Due Alarm When Timed is set as the Read Type, set the time interval Set the calibration due alarm interval from 0 hours (off) to from 5 seconds to 60 minutes. This time interval is used to 168 hours. -
Page 21: Temperature Units
Press the or key to set the temperature units. Press the or key to set the date format. Press the “Enter” key to save the change. Press the “Enter” key to save the change. Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 22: Set Date Value
3.2.15 Set Date Value Press and hold the key to quickly decrease. Press the “Enter” key to save the change. Set the month, day and year values. The date format used for this Setup Menu item will match the setting in the Set Date Format item. -
Page 23: Audio Mode
Press the or key to set the audio mode. Press the or key to set the sleep mode. Press the “Enter” key to save the change. Press the “Enter” key to save the change. Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 24: Clear Data
3.2.19 Clear Data 3.2.20 Factory Reset Erase all data logs or erase all calibration logs Erase all data logs, calibration logs and settings and return the meter to its factory default state. Press the or key to scroll through the Setup Menu list until the Clear Data item is shown. -
Page 25: Chapter 4
For best results, periodic calibration with known, accurate and fresh conductivity standards is recommended. Always Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 26: Conductivity Calibration Procedure
4.1.2 Conductivity Calibration 4.1.3 Conductivity Calibration Procedure Example Ensure the active measure mode is conductivity. The following is an example of a two point conductivity calibration using auto-recognized 100 µS/cm and 1413 Press the “Cal” key to start the calibration. µS/cm conductivity standards. -
Page 27: Conductivity Value Vs. Temperature
The “Cal” key can be pressed when either the 142.4 1983 17.92 151.6 Saved or 3rd Point screen is shown. 153.7 2130 19.26 161.7 The average calibration factor value is shown and then the Calibration Done screen is shown. Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 28: Salinity Calibration
4.2 Salinity Calibration 4.3 TDS Calibration Ensure the active measure mode is salinity. Ensure the active measure mode is TDS. Press the “Cal” key to start the calibration. Press the “Cal” key to start the calibration. Rinse the conductivity electrode and place into the Rinse the conductivity electrode and place into the salinity standard. -
Page 29: Temperature Calibration
Press and hold the key to quickly decrease. Press the “Enter” key to save the change. Note: Press the “Measure” key at any time to abort the calibration and return to the main measure mode. Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 30: Chapter 5
Chapter 5 5.2 Conductivity, Salinity and TDS Measurements Measurements Rinse the electrode with distilled water or appropriate solution and blot gently with a lint-free tissue to remove excess water. 5.1 Read Types Place the electrode into the sample, submerging the measurement plates and temperature sensor. -
Page 31: Salinity Modes
= milligram of salt per liter of water = mg/L ppt = gram of salt(s) per liter of water = g/L • Actual Conductivity: Value measured using a properly calibrated Conductivity/Temperature meter. Both the Actual TDS and the Actual Conductivity values Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 32: Data Exporting
5.7 Data Exporting 5.7.2 Remote Commands Remote commands allow the meter to be interfaced with Export data from the meter to a computer or printer. Use computer software like LIMs and HyperTerminal. Log Export Type item in the meter Setup Menu to set The remote engine receives input from the serial port and the export type as computer or printer. -
Page 33: Software Update Procedure
Note: Uninstall any previous versions of the Orion Lab Star meter software program using the computer’s Programs and Features tool. Make sure the meter is interfaced with the computer using the USB computer cable and the driver has Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 34: Chapter 6
Chapter 6 6.2 Measurement Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Reading is unstable, slow to stabilize • Clean electrode to remove build-up or contaminants, 0.1M HCl is recommended and 6.1 Meter Troubleshooting adding pepsin is helpful if protein build-up occurs • Check electrode for damage, cracks or breaks Meter display not powering on: •... -
Page 35: Chapter 7
-5.0 to 105.0 ºC, 23.0 to 221.0 ºF Pollution Degree Resolution 0.1 ºC, 0.1 ºF Protection Class Relative accuracy ±0.3 ºC, ±0.5 ºF Calibration points 1 point Offset adjustment Up to ±5 ºC Features Display 5” backlit LCD Time and date Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 36: Meter Dimensions
7.2 Meter Dimensions 7.3 Warranty This meter is supplied with a warranty against significant deviations in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from date of purchase. Electrode warranties are separate from the meter and differ based on the selected electrode. -
Page 37: Chapter 8
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by • Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) (0,1 %) the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. • Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) (0,1 %) Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter... -
Page 38: Weee Compliance
• Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (0,1%) www.thermofisher.com/ • Butyl benzyl phthalate (BBP) (0,1%) • Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (0,1%) • Diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (0,1%) Our compliance relies on declarations from our suppliers, testing and evaluations per the assessment requirements Conformità WEEE. Questo prodotto deve rispondere alla defined in standard EN 63000:2018. -
Page 39: Chapter 9
Ordering Info 9.1 Meter Ordering Information Description Catalog Number Orion Lab Star EC112 conductivity bench meter with electrode stand, PC cable and universal power LSTAR1120 adapter Orion Lab Star EC112 conductivity bench meter standard kit, includes meter with electrode stand, PC cable, universal power adapter, 011050MD 2-cell K = 1.0 epoxy-body conductivity/ATC... - Page 40 Thermo Scientific Orion Lab Star EC112 Conductivity Meter Scientists have trusted Thermo Scientific Orion Lab Products for over 60 years to provide them with accurate and reliable analytical testing instruments in the lab and in the field. Since 1962, Thermo Scientific Orion products have set the standard for quality in electrochemistry.
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