For samples that adhere more to the plate than to the filter paper, stainless steel micro-corrugation disks are provided. For con- venience a stainless steel carrying case is available as an optional item. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
When depressurizing, shut off the pressure supply, then bleed off the system of pressure with the valve, and finally back out the regulator T-screw. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
Allen Screws O-ring Cell Bottom Inner Cap - Bottom Inner Cap - Top Inner Cap Cell - Inside Retaining Ring OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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9. Inspect the o-rings on the valve stems and replace any that show signs of wear or damage. Screw one of the valve stems into the hole in the base of the test cell and hand tighten. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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Once the cell cap is tightened, rotate the cell on the stand until the valve stem hole is oriented away from the stand supports. This will provide more space for the torque lever. Spanner Wrench Lever Arm OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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50 to 80 pounds (23 to 36 kg) of force on the end of the lever. Lever Arm Torque Plate Stem OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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29. Repeat the torque measurements three to six times, allowing 30 seconds between each check. Record each reading. 30. Calculate the average torque reading and record the plate sticking time. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
11. Remove the cell from the stage and thoroughly clean all parts. Polish any surface where corrosion is noted. 12. Check all o-rings for damage or wear and replace as needed. Lubricate all o-rings with grease. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
This assumes that a pressure of 477.5 PSI was used during the test. = 1,500 × r If you are considering edge effects: = 1500 × (1 + 4/3h) OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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0 or 3.14 in (r = 1) and not a variable. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
A small drill or wire may be used to insure that both the cross-bore and the main passage openings are clear. OFITE, 11302 Steeplecrest Dr., Houston, TX 77065 USA / Tel: 832-320-7300 / Fax: 713-880-9886 / www.ofite.com...
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