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Summary of Contents for Twilight Positector RTR
- Page 1 Positector RTRH1 DF-RTRH1...
- Page 2 Replica Tape Reader Full Guide v. 1.2...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction ............Quick Start ............PosiTector Body ..........Probes ..............Certification ............Press-O-Film Replica Tape ......... How to Measure ..........Cleaning the Probe Opening (Anvils) ....12 Calibration & Verification of Accuracy ....13 Menu Operation .......... - Page 4 Memory Management ......... 22 Standard Models ........... 22 Advanced Models .......... 23 Annotate ............24 Display ............25 Summaries ............. 26 Screen Capture ..........26 Save SDF ............27 Accessing Stored Measurement Data ....28 PosiSoft.net ............ 28 PosiSoft 4.0 Desktop Software ...... 28 PosiTector App ..........
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Page 5: Introduction
It consists of a PosiTector body (Standard or Advanced) and probe (RTR-H or RTR-P) PosiTector RTR-P models also measure peak density (P Advanced RTR-P models generate 2D/3D images and SDF Surface Data Files. -
Page 6: Quick Start
Quick Start Quick Start The PosiTector RTR powers-up when the center navigation button is pressed. To preserve battery life, the Gage powers down after approximately 5 minutes of no activity. All settings are retained. NOTE: To ensure best accuracy, the user will be prompted to zero the probe every time the Gage is powered-up. -
Page 7: Positector Body
PosiTector body PosiTector body PosiTector bodies accept all interchangeable probes including surface profile (RTR/SPG), coating thickness (6000/200), environmental (DPM), Shore Hardness (SHD), soluble salt (SST), and ultrasonic wall thickness (UTG) probes. USB Port connected probe type is displayed during Display power-up probe connector Updates: Keep your PosiTector current with software updates... -
Page 8: Probes
(in the direction of the arrow) away from the body. Reverse these steps to attach a new probe. NOTE: It is not necessary to power-down the gage when interchanging probes. PosiTector RTR probe (RTR-P shown) Probe Connector Button Operated Measurement Spring Micrometer... -
Page 9: Certification
NOTE: SmartLink Learn more at: www.defelsko.com/smartlink Certification PosiTector RTR probes include a Certificate of Calibration. For organizations with re-certification requirements, instruments may be returned at regular intervals for calibration. DeFelsko recommends that customers establish calibration intervals based upon their own experience and work environment. - Page 10 Why is surface profle measurement important? Steel surfaces are frequently cleaned by abrasive impact prior to the application of protective coatings. The resultant surface profile must be accurately assessed to ensure compliance with job or contract specifications. In the protective coatings industry, replica tape is widely used for quantifying surface profile.
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Page 11: Press-O-Film Replica Tape
For improved optical resolution and to reduce optical artifacts (see below tape comparison), this special grade of replica tape is available for use with the PosiTector RTR-P. It provides higher quality SDF surface data files than conventional Press-O-Film replica tape. It is available in both Coarse (C) and X-Coarse (XC). -
Page 12: How To Measure
Firmly press the putty onto the surface using your fingers, and remove. NOTE: Ensuring a clean surface is especially important when using the PosiTector RTR-P to measure peak density (P ) and generate surface images. Burnish the replica tape (create a replica) Select the appropriate grade of replica tape based on the target profile. - Page 13 NOTE: Cleaning the anvils (pg. 12) is especially important when using the PosiTector RTR-P to measure peak density (P ) and generate surface images. If the cleaning card is damp, wait for the anvils to dry before measuring.
- Page 14 The Gage automatically subtracts the 50.8 µm (2 mil) of incompressible polyester film. No further adjustments are required. PosiTector RTR-H models 1. Ensure tape is properly positioned. 2. Firmly press both probe buttons simultaneously and hold until...
- Page 15 PosiTector RTR-P models It is important to clean the anvils before each measurement when obtaining peak density (P ) and generating surface images. 1. Ensure tape is properly positioned. a) Firmly press both probe buttons simultaneously and hold until the Gage beeps and the arrows point outward.
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Page 16: Cleaning The Probe Opening (Anvils)
Cleaning the anvils is especially important when using the PosiTector RTR-P to measure peak density (P ) and generate surface images. Example of a 2D surface image taken with a PosiTector RTR-P Advanced before and after cleaning the anvils with the cleaning card. Before Cleaning... -
Page 17: Calibration & Verification Of Accuracy
(pg. 15). Verify accuracy of the peak height measuring system Place the PosiTector RTR Check Shim into the probe opening. The average of several measurements should be within the combined tolerance of both the Gage and the shim. If not, the Gage may need to be returned to your dealer for service. -
Page 18: Menu Operation
Menu Operation Gage functions are menu controlled. To access the Menu, power-up the Gage, then press the center navigation button. Below is a sample menu for a PosiTector RTR H Advanced model: Some buttons have a tick box to their right to indicate current status. -
Page 19: Cal Settings Menu
XC tape at its high end, something the PosiTector RTR will automatically do when measuring H . When Linearize mode is OFF, the PosiTector RTR will measure all four grades of replica tape just like a conventional spring micrometer. -
Page 20: Linearize
This method is a compromise between accuracy and ease of use. When the Linearize box is NOT ticked, the PosiTector RTR displays a height value of H comparable to the value an analog spring micrometer would display after the 50.8 μm (2 mil) of incompressible polyester substrate has been subtracted. -
Page 21: Setup Menu
Peak Density* = On 2D* = OFF 3D* = OFF Memory Display = None PosiTector RTR-P models only Perform a more thorough Hard Reset as follows: 1. Power down the Gage and wait 5 seconds. 2. Simultaneously press and hold the (+) and center buttons until the Reset symbol appears. -
Page 22: Gage Info
(RTR-P only) When selected, the Gage will measure and display peak density ), the number of peaks per unit area. The PosiTector RTR-P projects light through the replica tape and captures a two-dimensional black and white image. Peak density be determined by simply counting the bright spots on the image. - Page 23 NOTE: Cleaning the anvils is especially important when using the PosiTector RTR-P to measure peak density (P ) and generate surface images. (RTR-P Advanced models only) Displays a two-dimensional (2D) black and white image of the replicated surface. When Memory is on, this thumbnail image is stored with each reading for inclusion into inspection reports.
- Page 24 Below is an example of a PosiTector generated SDF opened in Gwyddion - a free and open source software image rendering software. www.gwyddion.net Garnet 30/60 Grit blast cleaned surface More examples are available at: www.defelsko.com/rtr/rtr_surface_data_file.htm SDF Specifications Range: 125 um Field of view: 4x4 mm Image size: 1024x1024x12bit Lateral sampling interval: 3.8 um...
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Page 25: Sound
Sound When checked (default), the gage will emit various sounds for activities such as successful measurement and for button presses. Untick to turn sound off. Set Clock All measurements are date and time stamped (24 hour format) when stored into memory. It is therefore important to keep both the date and time current using this menu option. -
Page 26: Memory Management
Memory Management Memory Management The PosiTector RTR has internal memory storage for recording measurement data. Stored measurements can be reviewed on-screen or accessed via computers, tablets and smart phones. Measurements are date and time-stamped. Button functions with Memory ON: Create a new batch... -
Page 27: Advanced Models
Advanced models store 100,000 readings in up to 1,000 batches. 2D/3D images are stored if checked within the Setup menu. The Memory Menu includes the following options... New Batch Closes any currently opened batch and creates a new batch name using the lowest available number. -
Page 28: Annotate
Delete Removes a batch completely from memory. The name is deleted and all measurements are erased. View Scroll using the Up or Down buttons through information, statistical summary, and a list of each reading in the currently opened batch. Press to exit. -
Page 30: Display
(Advanced models only) Displays a summary of all stored batches including the name, probe type, number of readings and type. In the following example, Batch 3 (B3) indicates an “F” 6000 coating thickness probe was used to record a total of “6” readings in “PA2” mode. S c r e e n C a p t u r e Press both (-)(+) buttons at any time to capture and save an... -
Page 31: Save Sdf
NOTE: Cleaning the anvils (pg. 12) prior to measurement is especially important when using the PosiTector RTR-P to generate surface images. Optical Grade Replica Tape (pg. 7) provides higher quality SDF surface data files than conventional Press-O-Film replica tape. This special grade of tape is recommended when taking measurements which will be exported as SDF images. -
Page 32: Accessing Stored Measurement Data
Accessing Stored Measurement Data Accessing Stored Measurement Data DeFelsko offers the following free solutions for viewing, analyzing and reporting data: PosiSoft USB Drive - Connect the Gage to a PC/Mac using the supplied USB cable. View and print readings and graphs using universal PC/Mac web browsers or file explorers. -
Page 33: Connect Menu
Connect Menu Connect Menu WiFi (Advanced models only) Allows connection to your local wireless network or mobile hot spot. Ideal for using your network’s internet connection for synchronizing stored measurements with PosiSoft.net (pg.28). See www.defelsko.com/wifi Enable Turns WiFi functionality ON. When selected, the icon will appear on the display. - Page 34 The PosiTector is now visible to all WiFi enabled devices. Simply connect your devices WiFi to the new PosiTector Access point. All PosiTectors are uniquely identified by their respective gage body serial numbers. AP Channel - Default Channel: 6 For most users the default channel will not have to be altered. If you are experiencing poor connection or are unable to connect, try another channel.
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Page 35: Usb
When USB Drive is checked , the PosiTector gage uses a USB mass storage device class which provides users with a simple interface to retrieve stored data in a manner similar to USB flash drives, digital cam- eras and digital audio players. USB Drive is also required to import stored measurements into PosiSoft Desktop software (pg.28). -
Page 36: Sync.net Now
Sync .net Now The below WiFi, USB and Bluetooth menus contain a Sync .net Now option. When selected, the Gage immediately synchronizes stored measurement data via its respective communication method (internet connection required). Alternatively, select Auto Sync .net from within the USB connect menu to automatically synchronize upon connection to a PC. -
Page 37: Bluetooth
Send Batches Transfers selected batches to the PosiTector App (useful when switching between devices). The Send Batches option is visible in the menu when the Gage is connected to a smart device running the PosiTector App. Bluetooth (Advanced models only) Allows individual readings to be sent to a computer, printer or compatible device as they are taken using Bluetooth wireless technology. -
Page 38: Updates
Updates Determines if a software update is available for your Gage. If an update is available, a prompt will appear allowing the user to choose to perform the update at this time or not. To perform an update the Gage must be connected to an internet connected computer with PosiSoft Desktop (pg. - Page 39 Additional Accessories AC Power Cable Kit An optional AC Power Cable Kit is available for continuous operation or battery charging through the PosiTector’s built-in USB port (as shown on pg. 31). This kit supplies several alternate power solutions for your battery-operated PosiTector. They allow the gage to operate continuously without the need for batteries.
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Page 40: Technical Data
Technical Data Technical Data Conforms to: ASTM D4417, ISO 8503-5, NACE RP0287, SSPC-PA 17, SP6, SP10, SP11-87T and others Weight: (without batteries) Measuring Range: 140 g (4.9 oz) 20 – 115 um (0.8 – 4.5 mils) Resolution: Accuracy (H): 1 um (0.1 mil) +/- 5 um (+/- 0.2 mil) Temperature Range: Anvil Pressure:... -
Page 41: Returning For Service
Returning for Service Returning for Service Before returning the Gage for service… 1.Install new or newly recharged batteries in the proper alignment as shown within battery compartment. 2.Clean the measurement anvils using the cleaning card (pg. 12). 3.Perform a Hard Reset (pg. 17). 4.Verify accuracy and operation (pg. - Page 42 INSTRUMENTOS DE MEDICIÓN INDUSTRIAL � LLÁMANOS +52(81) 8115-1400 / +52 (81) 8173-4300 LADA Sin Costo: 01 800 087 43 75 E-mail: ventas@twilight.mx...
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