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Hitachi FT210 User Manual

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Basic User Guide
Issue 3.0 / EN / 5103897 / October 2023
XRF Coatings Analyzer
FT210
FT230

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  • Page 1 Basic User Guide Issue 3.0 / EN / 5103897 / October 2023 XRF Coatings Analyzer FT210 FT230...
  • Page 2 Chapter 1: FT2x0 Introduction Validity of the User Guide............7 General ..................8 Warning Symbols ..............9 Intended Use................12 Misuse ..................12 Safety ..................13 Operation ........................13 X-radiation ........................15 The Electrical System....................17 Laser Radiation ......................17 Toxic Materials......................18 Personnel Qualifications ..................19 Detailed Hazard Information ..........
  • Page 3 Auto Approach ........................41 Assistance Tools ......................41 Position laser ..........................42 Pre-positioning laser ......................42 Start / Stop button ....................42 Information Bar ......................42 Notification Bar......................43 Stage controls along the X & Y axes ..............43 Eject ............................43 Arrow buttons ........................43 Measurement screen control bar and flyouts ....... 44 Repeat and Average ....................44 Sample name and Tag ....................45 XYZ program ......................46...
  • Page 4 Chapter 6: Using XYZ Programs Create a New XYZ Program............. 68 Change Settings for Measurement Points............70 Repeat an XYZ Program ..................71 Calculate an Average for an XYZ program ............71 Preview an XYZ Program ..................71 Start measurement ....................71 Load an Existing XYZ Program ..........72 Chapter 7: Parts Program Load a Parts Program..............
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  • Page 6 FT2x0 Introduction Validity of the User Guide • This user guide is valid for the X-ray fluorescence analyzers (XRF) FT210 and FT230. • Keep this user guide available at the workstation at all times. • Observe the instructions in this user guide for all work. If the instrument is not used according to these instructions, your safety as well as instrument function can be affected.
  • Page 7 FT2x0 Introduction General The primary use of FT2x0 is to measure thickness of coating. The typical applications that can be measured include the following: • Single layer measurements such as nickel coating layer on cop- per or gold coating layer on steel •...
  • Page 8 FT2x0 Introduction Warning Symbols Important information in this user guide and on the instrument is marked with the following symbols. Danger! This sign indicates hazardous electric current. Warning! This sign indicates hazardous situations with limb crush hazard. Danger! This sign indicates an X-radiation hazard. Warning! This sign indicates a laser radiation hazard.
  • Page 9 FT2x0 Introduction Warning labels on the instrument Measurement Head Front Measurement Head Front (Below Door) | 10 |...
  • Page 10 FT2x0 Introduction Measurement Head Back Measurement head Keyswitch | 11 |...
  • Page 11 FT2x0 Introduction Intended Use • The X-ray fluorescence analyzer FT2x0 must only be applied for the non-contact analysis of solid or liquid samples. • During the analysis, the samples are to be enclosed by the sam- ple chamber. The sample may only be analyzed with a closed door.
  • Page 12 FT2x0 Introduction • Severe temperature fluctuations caused by for example airing, drought or permanent exposure to direct sunlight, must be avoided. • The manufacturer is not liable for damage resulting from mis- use. Safety The FT2x0 meets or exceeds all recognized industry standards and complies with agency requirements for safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) compliance.
  • Page 13 FT2x0 Introduction • Do not expose the instrument to the following: – extreme temperatures or temperature changes and drought – heavy shocks or vibrations – moisture and condensing humidity – chemically aggressive or corrosive atmosphere – metal dust and large quantities of dust in general. •...
  • Page 14 FT2x0 Introduction • Spare parts must comply with the technical requirements spec- ified by Hitachi High-Tech. This is always the case if you use original spare parts. • Risk of injury due to movable parts of the instrument • Risk of injury to limbs when closing the door •...
  • Page 15 Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than specified here may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To maintain this level of safety, any servicing required within the instrument must be done by Hitachi High-Tech trained service engi- neers. •...
  • Page 16 FT2x0 Introduction 1.6.3 The Electrical System The instrument comprises components carrying high voltages of up to 50 kV. • Hazardous electric current • Only authorized qualified electricians may carry out work on the electrical system. • In the event of a short circuit, there is a risk of spark generation or the break-out of a fire.
  • Page 17 For service and repair, the lasers must be treated as Class 2 laser products. The lasers meet the requirements for IEC 60825-1:2014. The FT230 lasers contain no user serviceable parts and must only be adjusted or replaced by qualified Hitachi High-Tech service engineers. • Consult Hitachi High-Tech before replacing the laser. •...
  • Page 18 If a window is damaged, always obey these precautions: • In the event of actual or suspected damage to a beryllium win- dow, IMMEDIATELY CONTACT Technical Support or your local Hitachi High-Tech representative for advice. • If you suspect damage to beryllium window, shut down instru- ment immadiately •...
  • Page 19 Detailed Hazard Information 1.7.1 Servicing and Use All servicing to this equipment must be done by Hitachi High-Tech trained engineers. Use of controls, or adjustments of performance or procedures other than those specified herein, is not permitted. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufac- turer, the protection provided by the equipment might be impaired.
  • Page 20 FT2x0 Introduction • During transport, secure the instrument and never tilt it or put it on its side • Always lift the instrument from the carrying handles. Technical Information 1.8.1 Functional Description The FT2x0 is a benchtop measuring and analysis instrument. It is used for the layer thickness measurement of primarily metal coatings and for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of solids and liquids.
  • Page 21 FT2x0 Introduction The measurement chamber accommodates the sample to be ana- lyzed. This chamber is accessed through a door at the front of the instrument. Located at the bottom of the measurement chamber is a motor- driven sample stage, which can be moved horizontally. The sample to be measured is placed on the stage.
  • Page 22 FT2x0 Introduction Table 1: Signal Tower connection USB port Main power switch X-ray tube key switch X-Ray warning lights Power on LED Shutter status LED Back breaker switch Mains power | 23 |...
  • Page 23 1.8.3 Technical Specifications Table 2: Parameter Details Element range FT210: Titanium 22 to Uranium 92 FT230: Phosphorous 15 to Uranium 92 Layers 5 layers (4 layers + base) X-ray excitation 50 W (50 kV and 1 mA) micro-focused tungsten anode tube...
  • Page 24 (e.g. shipment with a forwarding agency, transport in a car/ truck). The transport lock must be removed before starting up the instru- ment after transportation. Otherwise, the instrument may be damaged. Hitachi High-Tech assumes no liability for any damages resulting from misuse regarding the transport lock. | 25 |...
  • Page 25 FT2x0 Introduction 1.9.2 Set-up and Installation The set-up and installation of the instrument is carried out by Hitachi High-Tech technicians. This includes a complete functional test of the instrument as well as operator training. Only authorized, trained per- sonnel are allowed to install the instrument.
  • Page 26 1.10 Disposal For disposal contact the local Hitachi High-Tech Ana- lytical Science representative for assistance. WEEE: Within the EU, return the FT210 to the local Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science represen- tative for proper disposal in accordance with WEEE regulations. The symbol means that used electrical and elec- tronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.
  • Page 27 FT2x0 Introduction | 28 |...
  • Page 28 CHAPTER Installing the FT2x0 The FT2x0 will be installed by a Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Sci- ence trained Installation Engineer. If it is necessary to re-install all or part of the equipment, contact your local Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science representative for advice.
  • Page 29 Installing the FT2x0 • There must be unrestricted access for the fans at the sides and back of the instrument Connect the cables • Connect PC to FT2x0 USB port with USB 3 connection • Connect Display to PC • Connect Keyboard to PC •...
  • Page 30 Installing the FT2x0 Image A. Transportation support shown in light blue. | 31 |...
  • Page 31 Installing the FT2x0 | 32 |...
  • Page 32 CHAPTER Getting started Start up 1. Make sure all cables are connected as instructed 2. Make sure the breaker switch is turned to ON position 3. Turn on the FT2x0 from the main power switch. The Power ON led will be turn on. 4.
  • Page 33 Getting started Image A. FT Connect login screen Image B. Launcher screen | 34 |...
  • Page 34 Getting started Shut down 1. Exit FT Connect program by selecting clogwheel symbol on the launcher and selecting Logout - XRT shutdown 2. Shutdown PC from Windows Start / Power / Shutdown 3. PC power turns off automatically 4. Turn the X-Ray key-switch to off position 5.
  • Page 35 Getting started | 36 |...
  • Page 36 CHAPTER Overview of the FT Connect Menus This chapter provides an overview of the main menus and software features in FT Connect. Only those features that are available for basic users are discussed here. For features only available for advanced users and managers, refer to the Advanced User Guide.
  • Page 37 Overview of the FT Connect Menus Image A. Left Navigation View The items starting from the top are: • Menu button to expand and collapse the navigation menus • Home – Opens the Launcher screen with a customizable set of tiles that lead to different features of the software.
  • Page 38 Overview of the FT Connect Menus • Navigation items – Measure – Data handling – Diagnostics – Health Check – Calibration, available for the Manager and Advanced oper- ator profiles – Application, available for the Manager and Advanced operator profiles –...
  • Page 39 Overview of the FT Connect Menus Image B. Camera view controls 4.2.1 Stage control along the Z - axis All instruments include a control for moving the measurement head up or down in Z direction. This is used to set correct measurement distance from the sample.
  • Page 40 Overview of the FT Connect Menus 4.2.1.1 Focus laser Focus laser located on the right edge of the camera view and used to set the correct distance to sample manually. When the Focus laser is turned on, the measurement head should be moved with Z stage con- trols so that focus laser spot is visible in the camera view.
  • Page 41 Overview of the FT Connect Menus 4.2.2.1 Position laser The position laser control is located in the top-left corner of the camera view. Position laser spot aids to initially position the sample to stage by showing the measurement location when sample is placed on the stage and measurement head is up.
  • Page 42 Overview of the FT Connect Menus 4.2.5 Notification Bar The camera view notification bar next to Start/Stop button is used to inform if the chamber door is open. 4.2.6 Stage controls along the X & Y axes A motorized stage facilitates sample placement on the stage, so there is no need to move sample manually to locate measurement posi- tion.
  • Page 43 Overview of the FT Connect Menus Measurement screen control bar and flyouts The control bar above the camera view is used to control the cam- era view lighting and to determine how measurement results are han- dled. The menus are opened in flyouts and the available settings menus and functionalities depend on the instrument configuration.
  • Page 44 Overview of the FT Connect Menus Image C. Repeat and Average flyout 4.3.2 Sample name Sample name icon opens the flyout for including sample name to the measurement result. Sample name can be set to include running numbering. | 45 |...
  • Page 45 Overview of the FT Connect Menus Image D. Sample name and Tag flyout 4.3.3 XYZ program If the instrument is equipped with the motorized stage, the XYZ program flyout enables loading an XYZ program to be used for the measurements or create an ad-hoc XYZ program. | 46 |...
  • Page 46 Overview of the FT Connect Menus Image E. XYZ program flyout 4.3.4 Parts program When the instrument is licensed with the Parts program, the flyout allows searching and selecting the parts program by name, quick id or scanning code with connected bar code and/or QR code reader. Part program can also be selected by Find My Part function, which uses wide view camera to capture picture of the part and uses image recognition to find matching part withing stored Parts programs.
  • Page 47 Overview of the FT Connect Menus Image F. Parts program flyout | 48 |...
  • Page 48 Overview of the FT Connect Menus 4.3.5 Wide view camera If the instrument is equipped with the wide view camera, the flyout opens the wide view camera window is a floating window to the bot- tom left corner. With wide view camera a wide angle image can be cap- tured when the window is launched or the “capture”...
  • Page 49 Overview of the FT Connect Menus 4.3.6 Settings menu Settings menu icon opens the flyout for changing the crosshair colour and transparency and enabling foil stack correction. 4.3.6.1 Foil stack correction The purpose of foil stack correction feature allows for accurate mea- surement of foil stack standards.
  • Page 50 Overview of the FT Connect Menus A light pattern can be saved at the bottom of this menu. You can also choose an existing setting pattern from preset or saved light set- tings by clicking either tab. You can adjust presets, but you cannot save any changes you make to them.
  • Page 51 Overview of the FT Connect Menus Image J. Result pane 4.4.1 Active application, calibration or parts program The result pane displays results of the active application, calibration or parts program. The application or calibration is changed by tapping the application / calibration name and then “Set”. The following symbols are used to denote the methods.
  • Page 52 Overview of the FT Connect Menus Image K. Active application / calibration / parts program 4.4.2 Latest result After a measurement is started the result is populated in real time into the top most blue area of the result pane. | 53 |...
  • Page 53 Overview of the FT Connect Menus Image L. Latest result 4.4.3 Average and Repeat When average or repeat measurement is turned on, the upper part of the top most result shows the how many out of total number of aver- age or repeat measurements have been finished.
  • Page 54 Overview of the FT Connect Menus Image M. Average and Repeat status 4.4.4 Result card Under the blue area the earlier results are presented in individual result cards for single and averaged results. The result card type depends on the application or calibration that is used to acquire the result.
  • Page 55 Overview of the FT Connect Menus Image N. Result Image O. Result expanded 4.4.5 Session number A new session is started when the application, calibration or parts program is changed or when a new session is selected from the “more” | 56 |...
  • Page 56 Overview of the FT Connect Menus menu. The session number starts with number one and is presented besides the result. The number indicated how many measurements have been taken with application during the current session. Leaving the measure screen effectively ends a session and a new session is started when the measure screen is entered again.
  • Page 57 Overview of the FT Connect Menus Image Q. “More” menu 4.4.7 Chart and statistics Selected measurement results can be opened in the chart and statistics pane. This view can show results made with an application / calibration. The chart and statistics pane is updated in real time, if the last % results are selected to be shown and the pane can remain open during mea- surements.
  • Page 58 CHAPTER Measure a Sample To make measurement, check the FT2x0 instrument is installed and turned on according to Installing the FT2x0 and Getting Started chap- ters. Once ready open the Measure screen by selecting the Measure icon from the left pane. You can now set up the measurements by fol- lowing the instructions below.
  • Page 59 Measure a Sample Position the Sample To take a measurement, the sample must be first positioned under- neath the crosshair displayed in the camera view. The X-rays emitted through the collimator are directed at the crosshair intersection. Depending on the collimator selected, the shape of the point of inter- section is a rectangle or a circle.
  • Page 60 Measure a Sample set to be moved automatically, stage will slide back in to measure posi- tion with the Center stage control. Set Lighting The light settings can be optimized for the sample using the con- trols presented in Lighting Controls for the Camera chapter. Try differ- ent combinations of the leds until the lighting is acceptable.
  • Page 61 Measure a Sample 5.3.2 Auto Focus If instrument is equipped with optional distance laser, Auto Focus function can be used to automatically focus the camera. See also chap- ter Stage Control along the Z-axis for information about the Auto Focus. 1.
  • Page 62 Measure a Sample applications include information about reporting and XYZ programs, calibrations only contain the raw parameters required to complete a measurement. FT Connect supports two types of calibrations: Fundamental Parameters (FP) and empirical calibrations. Only advanced users can create calibrations, but basic users can still review and use them for measuring.
  • Page 63 Measure a Sample nized and measured by the defined application. Parts program contains recognition input and measurement information. The active calibration, application or parts program name is dis- played at the top of the result pane. Tapping the title bar with the name of active method opens the change calibration/application/ parts program menu.
  • Page 64 Measure a Sample eters can be changed by clicking Modify in the Change calibration / application menu. The default values are set in the calibration and/or application. 5.5.1 Measurement Time Choose measurement time from 1 to 999 seconds. 5.5.2 Collimator The available collimators depend on the instrument configuration.
  • Page 65 Measure a Sample the measurement the camera view is not live, but shows the still image upon starting the measurement. The results are displayed at the result pane on the left side of the screen. The latest result is on the top of the list. See chapter Result Pane on detailed information about the result view.
  • Page 66 CHAPTER Using XYZ Programs This chapter describes how to use XYZ programs in the Measure screen. For instructions on the XYZ program wizard (user- restricted), refer to the Advanced User Guide. XYZ programs are movement patterns that steer the stage movement on the X and Y axes.
  • Page 67 Using XYZ Programs Create a New XYZ Program To create an ad-hoc XYZ program in the Measure screen, choose Create a new XYZ program. This opens the overlay on top of the camera view for adding points, lines or grid patterns. Image A.
  • Page 68 Using XYZ Programs Image B. XYZ - Add points Choose Line XYZ program type to measure a set amount of measurement points that are evenly spaced and aligned to a straight line. Select the first the starting point and then the end point by clicking the + button at the bottom right corner.
  • Page 69 Using XYZ Programs 6.1.1 Change Settings for Measurement Points You can display and change settings for measurement points by left-clicking the point. In the menu that opens, you can select an application, collimator size, average, and other options for the specific point.
  • Page 70 Using XYZ Programs 6.1.2 Repeat an XYZ Program You can repeat an XYZ program for the selected number of mea- surement cycles. In the red bar, click the General settings menu []. Turn the Repeat toggle on and set number of repeats. 6.1.3 Calculate an Average for an XYZ program You can set the instrument to calculate an average for the XYZ...
  • Page 71 Using XYZ Programs Load an Existing XYZ Program Open the XYZ program flyout and Load XYZ program. Search for the XYZ program from the list. If the selected program uses relative coordinates, user is asked to locate two alignment points from the part. The XYZ program measurement points are placed relative to alignment point loca- tions.
  • Page 72 CHAPTER Using Parts Program Load a Parts Program To select parts program manually, select Load a Parts Program from Parts Program flyout. You can select program from the list of programs. Searching the program is possible by typing the name or Quick ID code to the name field.
  • Page 73 Using Parts Program Image A. Parts Program flyout Find My Part (wide-view image) When selecting Find My Part (wide-view image) from Parts Program flyout, instrument will capture wide view image. After image is captured and image processing has finished search, the Find My Part result is displayed.
  • Page 74 CHAPTER Reporting General Measurement result data can be exported in different for- mats: • As CSV file that can be opened e.g. in Microsoft Excel. • As JSON file • Measurement report in PDF or Microsoft Word file | 75 |...
  • Page 75 Reporting CSV exporting To export measurement result data, select the results from the result pane and go to “more” menu denoted with three dots. Select Export and input the file name. Image A. “More” menu JSON export All measurement results are automatically saved to location C:\temp.
  • Page 76 Reporting Measurement reports Report can be created out of the selected results. After results have been selected, go to “more” menu and create report. User is asked to select the report template. Report template defines which data fields are included in the report. Report templates can be created in Data Handling menu.
  • Page 77 Reporting | 78 |...
  • Page 78 CHAPTER Calibration Overview With FT2x0 user can create four types of calibrations • Coating FP • Coating Empirical • Bulk FP • Bulk Empirical Coating calibrations are for measuring thickness of coating layers on a base material. Bulk calibrations are for analyzing ele- mental composition of sample, typically in wt%.
  • Page 79 FT2x0 comes with set of templates already installed to device. Templates can also be requested by contact- ing Hitachi High-Tech Customer Support. New templates can be loaded to FT2x0 from Calibration - Templates. Having the template file copied in the PC or a e.g. USB memory stick, go to Import a Template, browse and select the file to upload it to the instrument.
  • Page 80 Calibration Image A. Calibration Basic information In Unit and decimals places, the measurement unit (e.g. mil, um) and number of decimal places of each layer can be selected. In Settings, measurement parameters can be changed. These include measurement time and collimator size. Type Standard step is optional.
  • Page 81 Calibration which you use depends on how you will use them. Foils offer advantage in flexibility since you can have foil standards for your plating and place them over any substrate to create many calibra- tions. Hard-plated standards have an advantage in that they more closely resemble your actual parts and do not require the XRF to compensate for small air gaps between the foils and the substrate when they are stacked together.
  • Page 82 CHAPTER Diagnostics 10.1 General The instrument condition can be checked and verified with Diagnostics features. 10.2 Health Check Instrument health check is done to check and adjust the condi- tion of hardware. The health check sample is provided with the instrument.
  • Page 83 Diagnostics results are satisfactory, a notification of successful measurement is shown. 10.3 Daily Check Daily check function can be used to verify the accuracy of selected Application. The daily check for an Application is enabled and set up in Application menu, see Advanced User Guide. To start Daily Check measurement, select the application and switch to Daily Check Mode in the Measure screen.
  • Page 84 CHAPTER Maintenance 11.1 Cooling fan Instrument has cooling fan on the side of the instrument. If the fan becomes by dust or rubbish, the temperature inside the instrument will increase, which may cause damage or decrease the performance. Therefore the fan filter must be cleaned or replaced regularly. 11.2 Cleaning If the instrument exterior becomes dirty, clean it with a cloth and...
  • Page 85 Maintenance | 86 |...
  • Page 86 CHAPTER Annex Manufacturer Windrush Court Blacklands way Abingdon Oxfordshire OX14 1SY, UK Tel: +44 (0)1235 977900 E-mail: contact@hitachi-hightech.com | 87 |...
  • Page 87 Annex | 88 |...

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