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- Page 1 PROBE TACK TESTER MODEL PT-1000 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CHEMINSTRUMENTS 510 COMMERCIAL DRIVE FAIRFIELD, OHIO 45014 (513) 860-1598 www.cheminstruments.com Revision 1.1 August 9, 2017...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
POWER UP ......................7 MENU FORMAT ....................7 MACHINE SETUP ....................9 RUNNING A TEST ..................... 12 FILE MANAGEMENT ..................13 MAINTENANCE ......................17 TROUBLESHOOTING ..................17 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ............... 17 P a g e Probe Tack Tester Operating Instructions (PT-1000) -
Page 3: Product Description
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new ChemInstruments Probe Tack Tester. This versatile, user-friendly, carefully designed instrument allows you to determine probe tack values of adhesive laminates. WARNING: This equipment can cause injury if not used properly. It is the operator’s responsibility to observe all safety rules and warnings. -
Page 4: Unpacking
UNPACKING ChemInstruments has made every effort to ensure that the Probe Tack Tester arrives at your location without damage. Carefully unpack the instrument and check for any damage that may have occurred during shipment. If any damage did occur during transit, notify the carrier immediately. -
Page 5: Assembly
AC outlet. Notice that the on/off power switch is located directly beside the power cord receptacle on the backside of the test frame. Annular Ring Power Switch Probe RS232 Connector P a g e Probe Tack Tester Operating Instructions (PT-1000) -
Page 6: Key Components
There are 5 keys consisting of Select, Enter, Up↑, Down↓, and Units. • RS232 CONNECTION data output port for downloading test data. Annular Ring Test Platform Probe Load Cell Assembly Units Program Control Indicator Status Keys Display P a g e Probe Tack Tester Operating Instructions (PT-1000) -
Page 7: Theory Of Operation
When the desired mode is displayed the Enter key is used to access the parameter settings for that mode. Once a parameter selection is made the Enter key is used to record the setting and return to the Run menu. P a g e Probe Tack Tester Operating Instructions (PT-1000) - Page 8 There is also a Units key that allows you to change the unit of measure to any of the five choices: Kilograms, Grams, Newtons, Pounds, and Ounces. The green LED lights to the right of the display indicate the current active unit of measure. P a g e Probe Tack Tester Operating Instructions (PT-1000)
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Page 9: Machine Setup
5. At the “HC” display select a calibration weight (200 grams). Place the 200 gram ring weight on the probe. Notice the hole in the ring weight fits over the tip of the probe. P a g e Probe Tack Tester Operating Instructions (PT-1000) - Page 10 Confirm that the instantaneous force reading is the same as the selected weight sitting on the load cell calibration pad. 9. Repeat the calibration procedure if necessary. Release Button Idle Position Ring Weight 10 | P a g e Probe Tack Tester Operating Instructions (PT-1000)
- Page 11 To perform a test correctly, it is necessary to set the dwell time in accordance with the selected test method. The following is the procedure for setting the dwell time. 11 | P a g e Probe Tack Tester Operating Instructions (PT-1000)
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Page 12: Running A Test
NOTE: Make sure the load cell has been calibrated before conducting a test. TEST PROCEDURE The ChemInstruments Probe Tack Tester is very simple to use. The following is the correct procedure for running a Probe Tack Test. See pictures that follow this procedure for clarification of terms. -
Page 13: File Management
There are four file management functions available in the Probe Tack Tester. They are Review, Download, Store, and Delete. The following sections describe each of these modes and the procedure for enacting each. 13 | P a g e Probe Tack Tester Operating Instructions (PT-1000) - Page 14 When the Data Storage is turned on, test data can be downloaded to an accepting program like HyperTerminal through the PT-1000’s RS232 port. The PT-1000 must be connected to a computer with a RS232 cable. The following procedures will describe how to download data contained within each test file.
- Page 15 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity. DATA STORAGE The PT-1000 can store test files in the memory or operate without storing test files. The following procedure describes how to turn the memory storage function on and off.
- Page 16 3. Pressing the Select and Enter keys together for 3 seconds will delete the stored test files and return the Display to the Run Menu and “I” mode. 16 | P a g e Probe Tack Tester Operating Instructions (PT-1000)
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Page 17: Maintenance
As with any precision equipment it is important to provide care and maintenance to ensure proper performance and long life. General cleaning and care will ensure accurate test and trouble free performance. 17 | P a g e Probe Tack Tester Operating Instructions (PT-1000)
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