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- Page 1 Models IT-30B Impulse Spark Testers Instruction Manual DCIT-30B/BD-12S shown with optional X3B Horn/Light Tower Clinton Instrument Company 295 East Main Street Clinton, CT 06413 USA DC-1, -10, -20B Instruction Manual – Page 0 Telephone: 860.669.7548 Fax: 860.669.3825 www.clintoninstrument.com...
- Page 2 Model IT-30B Impulse Spark Testers Rev Null b0001 05/17/23 IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 1...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Select a suitable location for the spark tester: .......................... 12 To mount the unit on a horizontal surface: ..........................12 To install the unit on a Clinton floor stand: ..........................12 To install RC Display onto the IT-30B ............................13 Provide for ventilation of the Test Module .......................... - Page 4 Fault Combination Limit (FCL) – Must be configured via USB computer interface ..............36 Any Barewire Alarm (ABW) ..............................36 Any Pinhole Alarm (APH) ................................36 FAULT TYPING ....................................38 PINHOLE ....................................38 DIRECT METAL CONTACT ................................. 38 MULTI PINHOLE ..................................38 GROSS BAREWIRE ..................................38 IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 3...
- Page 5 USES ..................................51 ERIODIC NSPECTION TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................52 ................................53 ETTING ACTORY EFAULTS REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................................54 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES.................................. 55 FS-4 FLOOR STAND ASSEMBLY................................. 57 GROUNDING OF CONDUCTORS DURING THE SPARK TEST ....................... 58 IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 4...
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Page 6: Specifications
Model IT-30B Impulse Spark Testers Specifications IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 5... - Page 7 Model IT-30B Impulse Spark Testers IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 7...
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Page 8: Safety
Risk of electric shock symbol. Earth ground symbol. Warning If the RCW or the TSTB is used in a manner not specified by Clinton Instrument the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired and safety may be compromised Dimensional Specifications RC: 89mmH x 298mmW x 51mmD (3.5”... -
Page 9: Avoid The Risk Of Fire
Current studies indicate that such medical devices can malfunction in the presence of electrical and magnetic fields. When a fault occurs in the electrode of a Clinton spark tester, both high and low frequency electromagnetic fields are generated. The strengths of these emissions are unknown, since they depend on test voltage and other variables. -
Page 10: Electrical Shock Hazard From Production Line Spark Testers
Capacitor discharge energy of 50 Joules (watt-seconds) is regarded as hazardous. Clinton DC spark testers are current limited to 5 milliamperes or less. Three kilohertz spark testers are limited to 4 milliamperes or less, and 60 Hz. types to 7 milliamperes. -
Page 11: Installation
5. A 4-Pin green terminal block connector for process control connec- tions. After it is wired, it will plug into the terminal block on the back of the spark tester 6. RS-485 connecting cable 1 Foot Long IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 11... -
Page 12: Site Preparation
The unit may be mounted on a table or on a Clinton floor stand and should be placed at wire line height and within easy reach of the operator. For detailed dimensions of the spark tester, please see the specification sheet. -
Page 13: To Install Rc Display Onto The It-30B
Model IT-30B Impulse Spark Testers To install RC Display onto the IT-30B With a screwdriver, remove the 2 Screws on the top of the IT-30B. Align the 2 mounting holes on the RC display mounting bracket with the holes on the top of the IT-30B. -
Page 14: Terminal Block Wiring
22 gauge or larger with double or reinforced insulation. The wires should be stripped back ¼” (6mm) and fed into the green terminal block connector at the proper pin number. Shields from conductors connecting auxiliary equipment should be grounded to the safety ground terminal. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 14... - Page 15 ABMS (Any Ba re Wi re Al a rm Ti me) ha s el a ps ed. *When connecting auxiliary equipment to dry relay contact pins 1, 2, 3,or 4, observe maximum ratings of 120VAC at 2 amps, 240VAC at 1 amp. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 15...
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Page 16: Connecting The Serial Rs485
Connecting to the Analog Interface The model IT-30B comes standard with an analog interface. The analog interface allows the IT-30B to be controlled by a PLC with standard analog and Digital I/O. The connecting cable for this interface is not supplied by Clinton Instrument Company. -
Page 17: Connecting The X3B (Optional)
X3B. The functions of pins 5-8 on the spark tester have now been transferred to pins 1-5 on the X3B terminal block. When the wiring is complete, plug in the power cords to both X3B and the spark tester. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 17... -
Page 18: X3B To Spark Tester Connections
1, 2, 3, 4, or 5, obs erve ma xi mum ra ti ngs of should be suitable for 24V low current 120VAC a t 2 a mps or 240VAC a t 1 a mp. applications. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 18... -
Page 19: Spark Tester Controls
Pressing the “B” button will momentarily cycle through the 4 additional fault count values. (Pinhole, Metal Contact, Multiple Pinhole, Gross Bare Wire) “CR” COUNT RESET button Pressing the “CR” button will reset all fault count values. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 19... -
Page 20: Fault Light
Metal end guards on each end of the high voltage test module prevent the operator from reaching into the energized electrode. The test product should be centered in the electrode to avoid damage to the product. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 20... -
Page 21: Definition Of Terms
Fault Pulse- The fault pulse is a signal generated by the IT-30B when a defect is detected. This signal causes the front panel fault lamp to light, increments the fault counter, and initiates process control relays to change state. -
Page 22: New Features
New Features Display: The IT-30B is available with a bright, detachable display, (Model RC). This display connects to the test module with a short serial cable. The RC display can be mounted up to 60 meters (200 feet) away with a longer, shielded, serial cable. If the customer wants to mount the RC display remotely in a rack mount instrument panel, a rack-mount adaptor is available, (CIC Part No. -
Page 23: Communication Modules
: The IT-30B supports Modbus RTU via the RS-485 port. An optional PCB may be added to the IT-30B for easy communication to most PLCs. This PCB can be factory installed or added later. Analog, DeviceNET, Ethernet/IP Profibus, Profinet, and Modbus TCP protocols are all available options. -
Page 24: Spark Tester Configuration (Front Panel)
Options” below. Configuration Menu Options This configures the “Output Function” assigned to the hardware output labeled “OUT0”, XXX is the configured function. For sub menu items, see the “Spark Tester Outputs” section of this manual. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 24... - Page 25 Red - shows items Not available when unit is in External Remote EXLM = 0 EXLM = 1 EXLM = 2 EXLM = 3 EXLM = 4 Config Menu Voltage Adjust Count Reset Fault Reset IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 25...
- Page 26 This configures the unit’s maximum voltage using VLIM as a starting point to allow 2 decimal places. The setting of AUT will allow the maximum the unit will produce. “AUT”: Automatic maximum voltage “x.xx”: The value of the new limit IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 26...
- Page 27 “AUT”: Auto mode uses default information to calculate a fault pulse. The “FR” setting will affect how different types of faults are categorized. See the “New Features” section of this manual for more information on Fault Typing. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 27...
- Page 28 IP Address (1—255), Default (10) Ex. 10.10.10.101 IP Address (1—255), Default (10) Ex. 10.10.10.101 IP Address (1—255), Default (10) Ex. 10.10.10.101 IP Address (1—255), Default (10) Ex. 10.10.10.101 SUB0 Subnet Mask (1—255), Default (10) Ex. 10.10.10.101 IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 28...
- Page 29 “OFF” : When “OFF” the CompactCOM communication module will use the IP Settings or Node Address last stored in the CompactCom module. This displays the current firmware version for the IT-30B and the RC. This information will be useful when contacting Clinton Instrument Company for technical support.
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Page 30: Spark Tester Inputs
Spark Tester Outputs Output Functions are designed to relay information to an alarm, PLC, etc. The Output functions can be assigned to output pins labeled ‘OUT 0, OUT 1, OUT 2, and OUT 3. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 30... -
Page 31: General Outputs
“HVOF” never be set higher than “HVON”. High Voltage Watchdog (WDL) The WDL output will change state when the actual voltage being produced (displayed) is between the set “VWDL” and “VWDH” limit values. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 31... -
Page 32: Percent Load Limit (Pll)
Any Fault Alarm Mode (AFMO) – Non Latch Mode The output will change state for the configured “AFMS” time. – Latch Mode The output will change state until it is reset at the front panel or remotely. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 32... -
Page 33: Pinhole Alarm (Pha)
Metal Contact Alarm Mode (MCMO) – Non Latch Mode The output will change state for the configured “MCMS” time. – Latch Mode The output will change state until it is reset at the front panel or remotely. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 33... -
Page 34: Multi Pinhole Alarm (Mpa)
The output will change state until it is reset at the front panel or remotely. Gross Barewire Alarm Time (GBMS) Set in seconds (.01 – 5.0). If “GBMO” is set to “NLC”, this is the time for which the output will change state. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 34... -
Page 35: Any Fault Limit (Afl)
Gross Barewire Limit (GBL) This output will change state when the “Gross Barewire” count is equal to or greater than the configured “GBLT”. Gross Barewire Count Limit (GBLT) Amount of counts allowed before the output responds. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 35... -
Page 36: Fault Combination Limit (Fcl) - Must Be Configured Via Usb Computer Interface
Pinhole or Multi pinhole fault type. See the “Fault Typing” section of the manual for more information. Any Pinhole Alarm Mode (APMO) – Non Latch Mode The output will change state for the configured “APMS” time. – Latch Mode IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 36... - Page 37 The output will change state until it is reset at the front panel or remotely. Any Pinhole Alarm Time (APMS) Set in seconds (.01 – 5.0). If “APMO” is set to “NLC”, this is the time for which the output will change state. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 37...
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Page 38: Fault Typing
Model IT-30B Impulse Spark Testers Fault Typing The IT-30B has the ability to distinguish between four different types of faults. The four types of faults consist of: Pinhole, Metal Contact, Multi Pinhole, and Gross Barewire. PINHOLE A high voltage discharge where the electrode does not make physical contact with the conductor of the product being tested. -
Page 39: Spark Tester Configuration (Usb)
Model IT-30B Impulse Spark Testers Spark Tester Configuration (USB) Contact factory for details at support@clintoninstrument.com IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 39... -
Page 40: Testing Your Product
Lateral wire vibration which may be imperceptible can cause phantom faults to register on the spark tester. Properly positioned guides installed at entry to and exit from the electrode can eliminate this condition. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 40... -
Page 41: Rs-485 Interface
PLC will need to poll REMOTE ENABLE (location 5) at least every 500ms to keep the unit from turning off the voltage. The default Parameters are listed in the table below. Parameter Default Value Baud Rate 19,200 Data Bits Stop Bits Parity None Flow Control None Station Number IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 41... -
Page 42: Analog Interface
Chassis ground, cable This should be used for the cable shield shield ground connection 0-10v remote output This is a 0-10V DC output 1 meg impedance proportional to the spark tester’s high voltage output. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 42... -
Page 43: Fieldbus Communications Interface
Model IT-30B Impulse Spark Testers Fieldbus Communications Interface The model IT-30B can be purchased with an optional Fieldbus Communications Interface. (Model IT-30BX) This interface will allow the installation of several communication options. (DeviceNet, Ethernet IP, Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP, Profibus, Profinet). For each interface a EDS file and support documentation will be provided to assist in the integration. -
Page 44: Fieldbus Spark Tester Parameter Addresses
Multi-pinhole fault count (Write 0 To Clear This Count) GB COUNT Gross Bare Wire fault count (Write 0 To Clear This Count) STATUS FLAGS 0 See Definitions below STATUS FLAGS 1 See Definitions below IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 44... - Page 45 State of General Purpose Input 0 GPI 1 STATUS Bit 13 State of General Purpose Input 1 GPI 2 STATUS Bit 14 State of General Purpose Input 2 GPI 3 STATUS Bit 15 State of General Purpose Input 3 IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 45...
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Page 46: Cic Xm Utility
Select “Configure with HMS IPConfig Utility” to configure through the field bus. Once the power is cycled to the spark tester it will be ready to configure with the IP config utility. This utility can be found at Anybus.com. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 46... - Page 47 Update the IP Address information or the Node Address. Once edits are complete, press the Finish Button. The following screen will be shown indicating a power cycle is required. Once power has been cycled the new values will be used. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 47...
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Page 48: Calibration
2V/Division. 2. Connect the HV Probe clip to the bead chain electrode and the black ground clip to the ground lug on the back of the IT-30B control unit. 3. Turn ON the spark tester. Taking Calibration Readings... - Page 49 “*.01.0”. 11. Using the UP/DOWN arrows adjust the reading on the EVM until the reading is within the rated tolerance for the IT-30B or as close to the value on the Fault count display. 12. Once the EVM and the value on the Fault Counter match press the “R” button to redisplay the set point value “S.01.0”.
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Page 50: Maintenance
Relay Fuse After a fuse is replaced the operation of the RCW as well as the equipment connected to the relay terminals should be checked for proper operation prior to being returned to service. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 50... -
Page 51: Periodic Inspection
The red electrode mounting plate, clear cover, and bead chain assemblies are subject to damage and contamination that is not always visible. They should be replaced if current leakage occurs. Refer to the “Troubleshooting” section for assistance with electrical problems. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 51... -
Page 52: Troubleshooting
The voltage will need to be re-enabled through that port. The Fault Count Displays “E.HVD” 1. The high voltage will not turn on due to a possible hardware failure. Please contact the Clinton Instrument Company for assistance IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 52... -
Page 53: Setting Factory Defaults
When factory defaults are set from the configuration menu, the unit will restore all settings to the default values. The only exceptions are that Serial Numbers and Calibration Information will be saved so that the unit will not need recalibration. IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 53... -
Page 54: Replacement Parts
Front Panel for RC Display Note: Printed circuit boards are carefully constructed and calibrated at the factory. Components are not supplied for field repair of boards. Please return faulty circuit boards to the factory or to your Clinton sales representative for evaluation. -
Page 55: Optional Accessories
Floor Stand for IT-30B with BR-3A or BRTC electrodes X3B W/91223G Plate Horn/Light for IT-30B/BD-12S Warranty The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. The Clinton Instrument Company makes no warranty of any kind with regard to IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 55... - Page 56 The Clinton Instrument Company shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
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Page 57: Floor Stand Assembly
10-1.5 x 30 mm bolt 10-1.5 mm Hex Nut 8 x 1.25 mm Hex Nut 8-1.5 x 25 mm Bolt Column Clamp Handle Inner Column Test Module Mounting Plate M6 Split Washer M6 x 16 mm Bolt Hex IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 57... -
Page 58: Grounding Of Conductors During The Spark Test
Model IT-30B Impulse Spark Testers Grounding of Conductors during the spark test IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 58... - Page 59 Model IT-30B Impulse Spark Testers IT-30B Instruction Manual – Page 59...
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