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Kaye LTR-200
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M5825
Rev. A
July 2024

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  • Page 1 Kaye LTR-200 Dry Block User Manual M5825 Rev. A July 2024...
  • Page 2 Kaye LTR-200 Dry Block User Manual M5825 Rev. A July 2024 www.kayeinstruments.com ©2024 Amphenol Thermometrics, Inc. All rights reserved. Technical content subject to change without notice.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1. Product Overview Contents Product Overview ........................6 Key Components of the LTR-200 ..................7 Dry-Block Function ....................... 8 Calibration Modes ......................... 9 Contact Kaye Customer Service ..................10 Calibration and Repair Information ..................10 Safety Information ........................11 Specifications ..........................
  • Page 5 Chapter 1. Product Overview Appendix ..........................38 Warranty ..........................38 Return Policy ........................39 Customer Support Centers ..........................40 Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...

  • Page 6: Product Overview

    Chapter 1. Product Overview Product Overview The Kaye LTR-200 is a hybrid calibrator with a very wide Temperature range specifically designed to address the capacity and flexibility needs for thermal validation. The LTR-200 offers a broad temperature range from -50°C to 200°C with temperature stability of ±0.010°C and uniformity of ±0.1°C.

  • Page 7: Key Components Of The Ltr-200

    4. Touch screen for display and operation 5. Calibrator exhaust ventilation 6. Connection for external reference probe 7. USB port for connection to Kaye hardware 8. Main switch with fuse and main plug socket Calibrator, bottom view: A: Calibrator ventilation Inlet air for housing cooling.

  • Page 8: Dry-Block Function

    Chapter 1. Product Overview Dry-Block Function The LTR-200 comes standard with a dry block insert containing twenty-four (24) wells for thermocouples as well as one (1) well for the IRTD, and one (1) well for the Control Reference Probe. Kaye also offers additional dry block inserts for calibrating specialty processes or validation probes.

  • Page 9: Calibration Modes

    Chapter 1. Product Overview Calibration Modes The LTR-200 was designed to offer flexibility and ease of use. To accommodate these needs Kaye implemented two main modes or menu’s Remote Control mode and Standalone mode. Remote Control mode is intended for...

  • Page 10: Contact Kaye Customer Service

    Calibration and Repair Information To schedule and send the LTR-200 to Kaye for calibration or repair: 1. Contact the Kaye Service Center in your area to schedule the calibration or repair. 2. Utilize original packing box and carefully pack and secure the LTR-200.

  • Page 11: Safety Information

    LTR-200. Table 1: Hazard Signs and Symbols Before you install the LTR-200, read through this user manual carefully. If the instructions contained within are not followed, including the safety guidelines, it could result in danger for people, the environment, and the device and system it is connected to.
  • Page 12 Structural safety in accordance with EN 61010-1: The calibrator must be installed in such a way that the requirements for structural safety are met. Only use the LTR-200 if it is in perfect condition. Damaged or faulty devices must be checked without delay and, if necessary, replaced. If problems cannot be cleared, immediately shut down the calibrator and ensure that it cannot be started up accidentally.
  • Page 13 Chapter 2. Safety Information IMPORTANT NOTE! The thermocouple holder may be hot after use. Wait for the LTR-200 to cool to a safe temperature before touching or removing the holder. IMPORTANT NOTE! Keep in mind after transport or storage! After transport, storage or long periods of non-use, moisture can seep into the heating elements (magnesium oxide).

  • Page 14: Specifications

    16 kilograms 35 pounds Power Supply 100–240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz Power Consumption Approximately 550 watts Safety OVERVOLTAGE (Installation) CATEGORY II, Pollution Degree 2 according to IEC-61010-1:2001 * at an ambient temperature of 20°C (68°F) Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    IMPORTANT NOTE: Report any in-transit damage immediately. Damage reported later shall not be recognized.  Carefully unpack the unit to prevent any damage.  Check the completeness of the delivery based on the packing slip and/or purchase order.  The X0350 LTR-200 comes with the following components. Item Description Quantity LTR-200 6 ft.

  • Page 16: Placement

    IMPORTANT NOTE: If the operation conditions do not conform to what is described above then the structural safety and the specified properties of the LTR-200 is not guaranteed. Sufficient clearance around the machine; greater than 3 feet (1 meter) in the front and 1.5 •...

  • Page 17: Ltr-200 Startup

    “ext Ref” on the front panel and insert into the dry block using the 3.3mm hole sized specifically for the 3.0mm Reference Control Probe. Power On the LTR-200 by utilizing the Power Switch on the front panel. Once powered on, the Kaye LTR-200 splash screen appears for approximately thirty seconds, followed briefly by the model and firmware version, before presenting the Remote Control home screen.

  • Page 18: Calibrator Setup

    Select the desired language by tapping the desired language.  Confirm selection by tapping on the check mark icon in the lower right of the screen, which  returns you to the Calibrator Set Up window. Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...

  • Page 19: Set Date And Time

    Note: If the temperature value is greater than 40°C then a message appears stating, “calibrator is reaching safe temperature – please wait.” Once the value drops below 40°C, a new message appears informing that “you can now turn off the calibrator.” Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...

  • Page 20: Thermocouple Fixture

    Chapter 4. Getting Started Thermocouple Fixture The LTR-200 comes standard with a Thermocouple (TC) Fixture. The Thermocouple Fixture is used with the dry block to ensure that all thermocouples are securely held at the full immersion depth of the dry block inserts to ensure accurate calibrations. The Thermocouple Fixture set contains thermocouple housing with an integrated metal holder, a cover, a HEX key, three housing screws, and three knurled head screws to hold the cover in place.

  • Page 21: Removal Of Thermocouples Holder

    Chapter 4 Getting Started Removal of Thermocouples Holder: The thermocouple holder may be hot after use. Wait for the LTR-200 to cool to a safe temperature before touching or removing the holder.  Remove the IRTD and sensors and the three knurled knob screws.

  • Page 22: Automatic Calibration Mode

    Chapter 5. Automatic Calibration Mode Automatic Calibration Mode The LTR-200 was designed to interface with all Kaye Validation products (IRTD, Validator AVS, Validator 2000, ValProbe, and Valprobe RT) to support automatic calibration of validation sensors and loggers. The unit is backward compatible with all versions of Kaye validation software.

  • Page 23: Starting Automatic Calibration

    IRTD slots. Verify with Kaye validation software that on the calibration Hardware screen that the IRTD is displayed as being connected  Connect the supplied External Reference Probe to the front panel of the LTR-200 and place in the insert using the appropriate slot.
  • Page 24 IRTD before powering off the unit. Never attempt to remove sensors immediately following testing at elevated temperatures (≥45°C) as it could cause personal injury. Note: The LTR-200 is left programmed at the low set point as defined in the Kaye validation software. Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...

  • Page 25: Standalone Manual Mode

    This makes it ideal for general use in the metrology lab. In Remote mode, the LTR-200 relies solely on the associated Kaye software to define and control the set points, dwell times, ramp and soak profiles, perform datalogging, and report generation.

  • Page 26: Standalone Main Screen

    There, you can select saved measurement logs and view them.  Remote Control: By using the validator icon, you can switch back to remote control screen for automatic calibration with Kaye products. Test Task Selection: Using this parameter field, you can reach the "Select Test Task" screen.

  • Page 27: Toolbars And Icons

    Search: The selection list is searched, and the result is displayed in the selection list. Sorting A-Z: The selection list is sorted alphabetically in ascending order. Sorting Z-A: The selection list is sorted alphabetically in descending order. Export: The selected entry is copied, and the relevant screen is displayed. Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...

  • Page 28: Configuration Range Settings

    You can directly set the required test conditions and then start the testing process by swiping right the start icon. You can save the new test conditions under the current test task or a new test task. Without saving, the test conditions are discarded. Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...

  • Page 29: Test Tasks

    The operational concept of the calibrator is based on pre-installed and self-defined test tasks. They are a central component of the function and operation of the LTR-200 in Standalone mode. The calibrator is shipped with functions and basic testing tasks defined in the factory internally stored.
  • Page 30  Select the desired alarm setting by tapping on in the selection list.  Confirm the selection by using the icon.  Confirm the selection by using the icon. Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...
  • Page 31 Here, you can easily have the steps between two temperatures calculated. If a change is made to a parameter, the other parameters dependent on it are calculated afresh automatically.  Tap the parameter field to open the window Calculate test points. Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...
  • Page 32 To load, select desired test task and tap the check mark icon. The test task loads, and  the screen returns to the Standalone main screen with the name of the selected test task. Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...

  • Page 33: Starting Standalone Manual Calibration

    The instructions regarding the installation site and the operational position have been complied with  The electrical connections have been made correctly.  The electrical connection has been grounded – otherwise the LTR-200 will not heat nor cool.  The correct measuring insert has been selected for the test task. ...
  • Page 34 Auto Scale box. To return to current time and temperature, simply release hold of the grey box. Tap the X icon in the upper right-hand corner to exit live trend.  Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...
  • Page 35 “you can now turn off the calibrator.” After the testing process:  Allow the calibrator to cool to room temperature.  Note the instructions in the section Test Tasks on page 29.  Clean the calibrator. Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...

  • Page 36: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance and Troubleshooting Introduction This section provides instruction on how to care for and troubleshoot the LTR-200 to prolong longevity, maintain precision and accuracy, and functionality. Maintenance Before maintenance and cleaning, ensure that the LTR-200 has sufficiently cooled and that the unit has been powered off and unplugged from the electrical outlet.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    LTR-200 Cannot Ensure cable is present communicate with Physical interface cable and properly secured. If Kaye AVS or Kaye connection between units verified and problem Validator 2000. absent, improper, or persists then replace damaged. cable. Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...

  • Page 38: Appendix

    Appendix Warranty The Kaye LTR-200, sold by Amphenol Advanced Sensors is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Liability under this warranty is limited to restoring the unit to normal operation or replacing the unit, at the sole discretion of Amphenol Advanced Sensors. The warranty is effective from the date of delivery to the original purchaser.

  • Page 39: Return Policy

    Chapter 9 Appendix Return Policy If the Kaye LTR-200 malfunctions within the warranty period, the following procedures must be completed. 1. Contact the local Customer Support Center, listed below, and provide the full details of the problem and the serial number of the unit. If the nature of the problem indicates the need for factory service, Amphenol Advanced Sensors will provide you with a “RETURN...

  • Page 40: Customer Support Centers

    Rodovia Governador Adhemar 305 Room 5D Pereira de Barros, KM 121.5 S/N Jintong Industrial Park 13098-396 Campinas Wujin, Changzhou, Jiangsu, China Sao Paulo, Brazil T: +86 519 8831 8080 x 50087 F: +86 519 8831 2601 Kaye LTR-200 User Manual...
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  • Page 44 http://www.kayeinstruments.com/ © 2024 Amphenol Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Other company names and product names used in this document are the registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners. M5825 Rev.A...

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