Direct Mounted Horizontal Or Vertical Orientation Using Magnets; Figure 65: Installing The Affinity Tilt Logger With Gear Clamps Through The Outer Slots Of The Angle Bracket - RST Instruments RSTAR Affinity Installation And User Manual

Figure 65: Installing the Affinity Tilt Logger with Gear Clamps through the Outer Slots of the
7.4.9 Direct Mounted Horizontal or Vertical Orientation using
Magnets
NOTE: This method attaches the Affinity Tilt Logger onto a flat steel surface
without the need to drill or tap holes onto the steel surface.
1. Ensure that the steel surface where the Affinity Tilt Logger will be mounted
to is clean, free of rust, uneven painted surface, or any debris that might
interfere with the magnetic attachment. For glossy surfaces and surfaces
with chipped paint, it is recommended to use an Emery Cloth (80, 100 or
120 Grit) to roughen the surface.
WARNING: Each magnets has a pull force of approximately 50 lbs (23 kg). It is
recommended to use safety gloves and use precautionary measures when
handling the magnets to prevent injuries.
2. For Direct Base Plate mounting, attach the supplied Steel Cup Encased
Magnets onto the Affinity Tilt Logger's base plate with the supplied mounting
screws. Use thread locker as needed and tighten the fasteners to the
recommended torque setting as shown in the table below.
PSM0005A
Released: 23 Jan 2025
Angle Bracket
RST Instruments Ltd.
RSTAR Affinity Tilt Logger
Installation and User Manual
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