Hioki EA5301 Instruction Manual
Hioki EA5301 Instruction Manual

Hioki EA5301 Instruction Manual

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ELECTROLYSIS
CELL ANALYZER
Read carefully before use.
Keep for future reference.
Feb. 2025 Edition 1
EA5701A961-00
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other language versions.
HIOKI EA5701A961-00
Instruction Manual
[600670990]
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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual ELECTROLYSIS CELL ANALYZER Check for the latest edition and Read carefully before use. other language versions. Keep for future reference. Feb. 2025 Edition 1 [600670990] EA5701A961-00 HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Manipulating Data Filters ....71 Degaussing (DMAG) ......40 I-V Graph Function Configuring the PC Application Displaying I-V Data ......73 Displaying Details on the I-V Graph . 75 ........41 USB dongle key Changing the I-V Graph Settings ..76 EA5701A961-00 HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 4: Preparing For Measurement

    Creating a new project ..134 ....107 Methods for Stabilizing Measurement Opening an existing project Changing a project’s name and directory Index Ending Measurement Exiting the PC application ....111 Turn off the system instruments ..111 HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for choosing the Hioki Electrolysis Cell Analyzer. To ensure your ability to get the most out of this system over the long term, please read this manual carefully and keep it available for future reference. Request for product user registration Please register this product so that you can receive important information regarding the product.
  • Page 6: Inspecting Package Contents

    Upon receiving the products, inspect them for any damage or anomalies. If you discover any damage or find that the product does not perform as indicated in the specifications, please contact your authorized Hioki distributor or reseller. Confirm the package contents.
  • Page 7: Options (Sold Separately)

    The optional equipment listed below is available for the system. To purchase any optional equipment, please contact your authorized Hioki distributor or reseller. Please note that optional equipment offerings are subject to change without advance notice. For the latest information, check Hioki’s website.
  • Page 8: Symbols And Abbreviations

    Indicates the off position of the power switch. Indicates the push-button switch that can turn on and off the product. Indicates the grounding terminal. Indicates that the product can be used to measure alternating current (AC) voltage/current or can be powered by utility AC power. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 9 Equipment (WEEE) in EU member nations. Dispose of the product in accordance with local regulations. Indicates that the product complies with standards imposed by EU directives. Indicates that the product complies with Korean regulations. Declarer: HIOKI KOREA CO., LTD. http://www.rra.go.kr/selform/HKO-EA5301S http://www.rra.go.kr/selform/HKO-EA5501 Others Indicates that additional information is described below.
  • Page 10: Safety Information

    Failure to follow this guidance could result in electric shock. It could also cause serious incidents, such as heat generation, fire, or arc flash due to a short-circuit. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 11: Measurement Categories

    EXAMPLE: Measurements on devices installed before the main fuse or circuit breaker in (CAT IV) the building installation. Distribution panel Service entrance Interior wiring Service drop CAT II CAT III CAT IV Outlet Power meter Fixed equipment HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 12: Precautions For Use

    When placing the Sense Module on top of the Source Module, take measures „ to prevent them from tipping over or falling, such as securing them with Velcro belts. If not secured properly, the Sense Module could tip over or fall, causing damage. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 13: Cautions For Measurement

    The wires being measured could become hot, possibly resulting in burns. When connecting measurement cables, exercise care not to mistake „ voltage input terminals for current input terminals. Mistaking these cables could damage the system or cause the circuit under measurement to short-circuit, resulting in bodily injury. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 14: Shipping Precautions

    • When shipping the system, use the original boxes and packaging materials in which they were delivered. However, do not use the original boxes and packaging materials if they are damaged. If the original boxes and packaging materials cannot be used, contact your Hioki distributor. You will be sent suitable boxes and packaging materials.
  • Page 15: Measurement Process

    "3 Configuring the PC Application" (p.  4 1) Perform measurement "4.1 Starting Measurement" (p.  5 7) "4.3 Stopping Measurement" (p.  6 0) Check the measurement results "5 Checking Impedance Measurement Results" (p.  6 1) Ending measurement (p.  1 11) HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
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  • Page 17: Overview

    The measured data can be compared on a graph instantly to verify the measurement parameters of the experiment. I-V graph The system plots the I-V graphs based on the DC current and DC voltage values acquired simultaneously with impedance measurements. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 18: Part Names And Functions

    Handling the touch screen CAUTION Do not press too hard on the touch screen. „ Do not use hard or sharp objects to operate the touch screen. „ Failure to follow this guidance could damage the module. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 19: Right Side

    (Specify the number of input channels when ordering.) Voltage input terminals Connect the L1100 Sense Cable. p.  3 1 Connect Hioki’s current sensors. The Sense Module automatically Probe 1 terminals recognizes current sensors. It also supplies power to the current p.  3 3 (For current sensors) sensors.
  • Page 20: Source Module

    Connect the Sense Module and Source Module with a LAN cable. p.  3 4 Signal superposition Connect the L1150 Source Cable. p.  3 3 terminal These ventilation holes prevent the internal parts from overheating. Air vents – Do not block the air vents or insert any foreign. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 21 Left side Handles (recessed side handle on both sides) Label *: Serial number Please check Hioki’s website for the latest information. Do not remove this sticker. It contains important information required for future service and support. Serial number* MAC address...
  • Page 22: System Architecture

    • CT9557* EA5701 Electrolysis Cell Analyzer (PC application) Product for voltage measurement • L1100 Sense Cable Product for signal superposition • L1150 Source Cable *1. The CT9904 connection cable (optional) is required to connect to the EA5301 Sense Module. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 23: Preparing For Measurement

    Inspect the system and verify proper operation before use. „ Use of the system while it is malfunctioning could result in serious bodily injury. If you find any damage, contact your authorized Hioki distributor or reseller. Inspecting accessories and optional equipments Make sure that . . .
  • Page 24: Preparing The Pc Application

    [Open] box and click [OK]. From the [Network Connections] window, double-click the selected Ethernet port for connecting the PC application with the system. [Ethernet Properties] dialog box will appear. Select [Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4)] and click [Properties]. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 25 The recommended setting range is from 192.168.200.5 to 192.168.200.255. The following IP addresses cannot be used as they are reserved for the system’s operation: 192.168.200.1 to 192.168.200.4 Set the [Subnet mask] setting to 255.255.0.0. Leave the [Default gateway] setting blank. Click [OK]. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 26: Installing The Pc Application

    [setup_EA5701 Electrolysis Cell Analyzer_V(version number).exe]. When the installation mode selection screen appears: Select [Install for all users]. Select a language and click [OK]. Electrolysis Cell Analyzer setup Wizard [Welcome to the HIOKI EA5701 dialog box will be displayed. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 27 Preparing the PC Application Click [Next]. [License Agreement] dialog box will be displayed. Read the [User’s License Agreement] and select the [I accept the agreement] option button. Click [Next]. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 28 Preparing the PC Application Confirm that the [Create a desktop shortcut] checkbox is selected and click [Next]. Review the information on the dialog box and click [Install]. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 29 Preparing the PC Application Once the installation has completed, click [Finish]. [Launch HIOKI EA5701 Electrolysis Cell Analyzer] If the checkbox is selected, the PC application will start. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 30: Connecting The Sense Cable (Voltage Input)

    Rear panel of the Sense Module Turn off the Sense Module. Insert the Sense Cable into the voltage input terminals. Insert the red plug into the terminal labeled “U” and the black ± plug into the terminal labeled “ .” Black HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 31: Connecting The Current Sensor (Current Input)

    For detailed specifications and instructions for the current sensors being used, refer to the instruction manual that came with the current sensors. How to plug the connector IMPORTANT Always connect the current sensor to CH1 (Probe 1 terminal) only, even when measuring voltage on multiple channels. Not used HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 32 The Sense Module automatically recognizes the type of current sensor when it is plugged in. How to unplug the connector Hold the metallic part of the connector and slide it toward the cable side to unlock the connector. Pull out the connector. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 33: Connecting The Source Cable

    For accurate measurement, ensure the Source Cable is firmly and fully inserted. Turn off (“O”) the main breaker for the Source Module. Insert the Source Cable into the signal superposition terminal. Align the  mark on the terminal with the  mark on the Source Cable. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 34: Connecting Lan Cables

    Turn off (“O”) the main breaker for the Source Module. Connect the Sense Module and Source Module with the LAN cable. Connect the Source Module and PC with the LAN cable. EA5301 Sense Module LAN cable EA5501 Source Module LAN cable...
  • Page 35: Connecting The Power Cords

    Verify that the main power supply voltage falls within the rated range (100 to 240 V AC) and connect the included power cord (for the main power supply) to the Source Module’s power inlet. Connect the power cord’s plug to main power supply outlet. EA5301 Sense Module Sense-to-Source modules power cord Power cord (for main power...
  • Page 36: Connecting To The Measurement Target

    Connecting the cables with incorrect polarity can cause damage to the Source Module. Turn off the DC power supply to the measurement target and verify that it is completely de- energized. Confirm that the measurement system (Sense and Source modules) is turned off. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 37 The current direction mark on the current sensor points towards the DC power supply. Do not clamp the sensor Do not pinch the conductor. Do not clamp the around two or more sensor to a shielded conductors. wire. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 38: Connection Diagram

    (1) For a single cell Add a relay point where Attach the current sensor near the cell and away the Source Cable can be from the Source Cable. connected. Current sensor EA5301 Sense Module direction DC power supply Electrolysis cell L1100 Black Sense Cable −...
  • Page 39: Supplying Power To The System

    Verify that there is no voltage or current detected from the measurement target by the Sense Module. Press the Power button on the Sense Module to switch it off. The Sense Module will turn off. Switch off (“O”) the Source Module main breaker. The Source Module will turn off. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 40: Performing Zero Adjustment And Degaussing (Dmag)

    (p.  1 8). Press the 0ADJ key (p.  1 8). If a confirmation dialog is shown on the Sense Module’s display, tap [Yes]. The message [Performing zero adjustment...] will be displayed, and zero adjustment will complete in about 30 seconds. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 41: Configuring The Pc Application

    If the USB dongle key is not inserted when the EA5701 Electrolysis Cell Analyzer is launched, a pop-up message shown below will be displayed. Click [OK] to exit the application and then relaunch the application after inserting the USB dongle key. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 42: Creating A Measurement Project

    Follow the steps below to create a measurement project. Click [Create new measurement project] on the launcher screen shown when the PC application starts up. [Project Settings] window will be displayed. Click [Browse] to select the location to save the project file. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 43: Select Folder

    [Select Folder]. Specify the project name in the [Instrumentation project name] text box. An error will be displayed if a project folder with the same name already exists in the specified directory. Specify a different name. Click [Next]. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 44: Connecting To The System Instruments

    A message indicating that the connection is successful will be displayed. Click [Next] and proceed to “3.4 Setting the Measurement Method” (p.  4 6). IMPORTANT After turning on the Source Module, wait at least 3 minutes for it to warm-up before starting the measurement. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 45 • Is the PC connected to the instrument using a LAN cable? • Is a current sensor connected to CH1 of the Sense Module? • Is the PC's IP address configured correctly? • Is the instrument's IP address configured correctly? HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 46: Setting The Measurement Method

    Please configure your PC's power settings accordingly. The measurement conditions settings window will be displayed according to the type of measurement mode selected. “Setting the EIS Mode measurement method” (p.  4 7) “Setting the Logging Mode measurement method” (p.  4 9) HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 47: Setting The Eis Mode Measurement Method

    Setting the amplitude too small will result in an unstable impedance measurement. Setting the amplitude too large will cause the measurement target current to fluctuate significantly due to the applied measurement signal. Refer to “Impedance measurement during DC operation” (p.  1 31) for further details. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 48 Measurement time can vary depending on the measurement conditions. Use this information as a guide when creating conditions. Noted that the maximum number of measurement points is 1000. Click [Next]. Proceed to “Configuring the Sense Module” (p.  5 1). HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 49: Setting The Logging Mode Measurement Method

    Reduces the noise generated at frequencies higher than the measurement signal frequency. Specify the measurement signal’s frequency in the [Signal frequency] text box. For more information about the resolution at which frequencies can be set, see“Impedance measurement frequency resolution” (p.  1 19) in the specifications. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 50 The continuous measurement signal is applied when there is short intervals between the measurements. In this case, the DC voltage and DC current is recorded only at the beginning of the measurement. Click [Next]. Proceed to “Configuring the Sense Module” (p.  5 1). HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 51: Configuring The Sense Module

    The current range must be set larger than the measurement target's DC power supply. Specify the current value conversion rate in the [CT ratio] text box. Configure this setting if you are using a device such as an external voltage value converter. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 52 (In Manual mode) Specify the correction angle in the [Correction angle] text box. Enter the corrected angle value manually by referring to the current sensor's specifications in its user manual. Click [Next]. Proceed to “Measurement target setting” (p.  5 3). HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 53: Measurement Target Setting

    [Set]. Specify the measurement conditions in [Measurement conditions memo]. You can enter and save the measurement conditions as text and link them with the measurement data. Click [Next]. A review screen will be displayed. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 54: Review Measurement Settings

    Setting the Measurement Method Review measurement settings Review the project, instrument, and measurement settings. Click [Complete] to finish the measurement setup. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 55: Main Application Window Overview

    Displays settings for the function selected in the tab list. Displays the relationship between current (or current density) and I-V graph voltage. Impedance graph Displays impedance graph, either Nyquist (Cole-Cole) or Bode plot. Data table Displays detailed measurement data from the selected file in a table. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 56: Measurement Project Files And Folders

    Verify that the following folders and files have been generated in the directory you specified in “3.2 Creating a Measurement Project” (p.  4 2): [Specified project name] directory [DataFiles] • directory • [InstrumentSettings] directory [MeasurementSettings] • directory • [Specified project name] ALDAS Project File HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 57: Making Measurements

    Making Measurements 4.1 Starting Measurement Click the Measurement settings ([MEASURE]) tab. Click [Start]. Measurement will start using the set conditions. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 58 In addition, measured data will be sequentially saved in CSV format in [DataFiles] folder in the project folder. Refer to “3.6 Measurement Project Files and Folders” (p.  5 6) for more details. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 59: Checking Conditions During Measurement

    Checking Conditions During Measurement 4.2 Checking Conditions During Measurement To view the measurement progress, open the [MEASURE] tab and find it under [Measurement condition files] in the side menu. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 60: Stopping Measurement

    Measurement will stop automatically once the final data point for the measurement condition file is acquired. To stop the measurement in progress, follow the procedure below: Click the Measurement settings ([MEASURE]) tab. Click [Stop], and the top menu blue bar will disappear and restore to default view. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 61: Checking Impedance Measurement Results

    Measurement data for the selected channel will be displayed in the data table at the bottom right of the window. You can use the table to check impedance and other measured values for each frequency. The next page displays the detailed information for each item in the data table. Data table HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 62 Peak-to-peak of signal’s current amplitude at the impedance measurement frequency. Date The time and date of data acquisition. Elapsed Time [s] Total time that has passed since the measurement begin. Vdc [V] Measured DC voltage. Idc [A] Measured DC current. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 63 See “Setting the measurement type” (p.  4 6), “Setting the EIS Mode measurement method” (p.  4 7), “Setting the Logging Mode measurement method” (p.  4 9), “Configuring the Sense Module” (p.  5 1), and “Measurement target setting” (p.  5 3). HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 64 Viewing Data Files Clicking on the [Information of DUT] tab displays a screen that includes a measurement condition memo text box. This part allows you to enter a memo during measurement and save it together with the measurement data file. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 65: Displaying Details For Data On Graphs

    The data file, target information, and data table corresponding to the selected point will be displayed in various areas on the window. Simultaneously, the selected data point will be automatically highlighted in the data table below the impedance graph. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 66: Changing The Graph's Configuration Settings

    Changing the Graph’s Configuration Settings 5.3 Changing the Graph’s Configuration Settings Click the Configuration settings ([CONFIG]) tab. Graph’s configuration setting will be displayed. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 67 Invert Y-axis Positive and negative directions for the Y-axis can be inverted for better visualization purposes. Y-axis item You can change and select the Y-axis item from the drop-down menu depending on the graph types. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 68: Manipulating Graphs

    Panning Click this icon to enable panning. To pan, click and drag within the graph area. Click it again to disable this feature. Snap Shot Captures the graph display and saves it as an image. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 69: Manipulating Data On The Graph

    For data files Changes the display for all data in the selected file. For target information Changes the display for data from the selected channel. For the data table Changes the display for each selected data point. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 70 Displays the color code for the selected color. You can also edit the color code directly. Selects the marker shape. Enable or disable marker fill. Click [OK] to apply the changes to the graph. Discards changes and closes the window. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 71: Manipulating Data Filters

    Manipulating Data Filters 5.6 Manipulating Data Filters By using the data filter function, you can search measured data for data that satisfies certain conditions. Click the Measurement data ([DATA]) tab. Click [Data filter]. The data selection window will be displayed. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 72 Measurement targets that satisfy the specified conditions will be displayed in the [Target information] table. If the [Enable highlight mode after filter application] checkbox is selected, only the measurement targets that match the filter will be highlighted and displayed in the graph. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 73: I-V Graph Function

    The I-V graph is displayed alongside the impedance graph for easy comparison. You can also generate an IR-free graph by entering the cell’s ohmic resistance in the cell information. 6.1 Displaying I-V Data Click the I-V data ([I-V DATA]) tab. Select the [Display I-V graph] check box. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 74 To show or hide specific data on the graph, select or deselect the corresponding marks next to the data file name. Selected data will be displayed in its corresponding color, while hidden data will be removed from the graph. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 75: Displaying Details On The I-V Graph

    The measurement information at that data point will appear. Click a point on the I-V graph. The selected point will be highlighted. Simultaneously, the corresponding impedance measurement graph of the selected data point on the I-V graph will be automatically highlighted. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 76: Changing The I-V Graph Settings

    You can set the plot mode to Point, Line, or Line & Point. Display legend The graph legend can be displayed or hidden. X-axis item You can change the X-axis parameter either Current or Current Density. X-axis Axis scale You can select either linear or logarithmic scale for the X-axis. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 77 You can change these values with the operations in “6.6 Editing I-V Data” (p.81). Rhf: Impedance real part at the highest frequency in the measurement data for the corresponding channel Rlf: Impedance real part at the lowest frequency in the measurement data for the corresponding channel HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 78: Manipulating I-V Graphs

    Panning Click this icon to enable panning. To pan, click and drag within the graph area. Click it again to disable this feature. Snap Shot Captures the graph display and saves it as an image. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 79: Manipulating Data On The I-V Graph

    You can change which data is shown and hidden on the graph using the marks for cell information and data information. For cell information Changes the display for all data in the selected file. Cell information For I-V data information Changes the display for each selected data point. I-V data information HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 80 Displays the color code for the selected color. You can also edit the color code directly. Selects the marker shape. Enable or disable marker fill. Click [OK] to apply the changes to the graph. Discards changes and closes the window. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 81: Editing I-V Data

    Specifies the cell’s ohmic resistance. This value is used to calculate IR- Ω free plots. If no value is specified, the default value is 0 m Edit the fields as necessary and click [OK]. The edited results will be applied. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 82: Editing I-V Data

    It is the resistive component of impedance at the minimum frequency, (Lowest frequency), Rlf and this value is used to draw the I-Impedance Plot. When set to [Auto], the measurement uses the real parts of the impedance data at the lowest frequency in the respective channel. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 83 Edited data in [Manual], entry will have small yellow pointer. I-V data that includes edited data in [Manual], is also displayed as a dashed line on the graph. Data edited in [Manual]. I-V data that includes edited data in [Manual] HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 84: Modifying Cell Assignment For I-V Data

    The order of the I-V data in each cell can be modified by left-clicking the selected data and dragging it to the desired cell toggle list. Example: Move the selected Cell1’s I-V data to Cell2’s I-V data list. Left-click and drag HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 85: Exporting The I-V Data To A File

    The impedance real part value corresponding to the highest frequency in the data set from the [Edit I-V information] window. Ω The impedance real part value corresponding to the lowest frequency in the data set from the [Edit I-V information] window. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 86 Exporting the I-V Data to a File HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 87: Manipulating Files

    Click the Measurement settings ([MEASURE]) tab. [Measurement conditions files] loaded into the project will be displayed. Double-click the measurement conditions file you wish to edit on the [Measurement conditions files] list. The measurement conditions setting window will be displayed. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 88 [Project Settings] window. A dialog box confirming whether you wish to overwrite the settings will be displayed. Click [Yes]. This will overwrite the measurement conditions with the new settings and save them. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 89: Adding New Measurement Conditions

    [Project Settings] window. A dialog box confirming whether you wish to save the new settings will be displayed. Click [Yes]. [Measurement conditions The new measurement conditions file with the new setting will be added to the files] list. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 90: Load Existing Measurement Conditions

    Measurement conditions files are saved in the [MeasurementSettings] folder with “.mset” extension in the project folder. Drag and drop the measurement conditions file you wish to load onto the [Measurement conditions files]. The measurement conditions will be loaded to the [Measurement conditions files] list. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 91: Measurement Operation With Multiple Measurement Conditions

    If you have added measurement conditions, please select the check boxes for the conditions you want to measure. In the example shown in the figure above, measurement condition was not selected; therefore, and [3]. the order of the measurement conditions is HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 92: Changing Measurement Conditions Sequence

    Changing measurement conditions sequence The measurement conditions sequence can be adjusted accordingly. Select a file in [Measurement conditions files] list. Click the [ ↑ ] [ ↓ ] button underneath the list. The selected file position will move up or down. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 93: Deleting Measurement Conditions

    Even if you delete the measurement conditions file from the PC application list, it will still remain in [MeasurementSettings] folder within the project folder. Select a file in the [Measurement conditions files] list. [ − ] Click the button underneath the list. The selected file will be deleted. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 94: Changing The Name Of Measurement Conditions

    Alternatively, pressing the F2 key while a measurement conditions file is selected will display a screen allowing you to change the measurement conditions filename. Click [Rename the measurement conditions file]. A screen allowing you to change the measurement conditions filename will be displayed. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 95: Manipulating Data Files

    • ALDAS format: Data format for measurement results output by the Electrolysis Cell Analyzer • Multi-plot format: Data format used by Multi-plot, Hioki’s web application • ZView format: Data format used by the Scribner’s Zview equivalent circuit analysis software There are a number of ways to load data files from an external source.
  • Page 96 • Add a data file in the EIS format • Add a data file in the logging format The data file selection window will be displayed. Open the data file. The data will be loaded using the selected category. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 97 [Data files] list or graph of the present open project. This allows you to load the data contained in the file, including a link to the measurement conditions at the time of measurement. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 98: Changing A Data File's Name

    Right-click the file for which you wish to change the name of the [Data files] list. The command menu will be displayed. Click [Rename the data file]. This command allows you to change the data file’s name. Enter a new filename and click [OK]. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 99: Removing A Data File From The List

    A confirmation dialog box will be displayed. Click [Yes]. The data file will be removed from the list. The data file will be removed from the measurement project but will remain in the project folder’s [DataFiles] folder. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 100 [Data files]. The command menu will be displayed. Click [Remove the selected data file from the list]. A confirmation dialog box will be displayed. Click [Yes]. The data file will be removed from the list. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 101: Exporting Data Files

    In Data table, removes data for which a warning icon is shown reliability warnings from output [Info] from the output file. The following files will be saved Displays a list of data file names that will be saved. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 102 Vp-p Indicates the voltage amplitude at the impedance measurement frequency as a peak-to-peak value. Isig_SenseModule1_Ch[ChannelNo.] Ap-p Indicates the current amplitude at the impedance measurement frequency as a peak-to-peak value. Vdc_SenseModule1_Ch[ChannelNo.] Indicates the DC voltage value. Idc_SenseModule1_Ch[ChannelNo.] Indicates the DC current value. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 103: Reconnecting To The System Instruments

    • Is the PC’s IP address configured correctly? • Is the instrument’s IP address configured correctly? Once the error has been resolved and reconnection has been established, you will be able to set the measurement conditions. Click [Complete] This will close the [Project Settings] window. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 104: Manipulating Project Files

    The following information is saved when a project is saved: • Hardware component information • Measurement conditions file list • Data file list • Data files and Measurement condition file links • Data display/hide attributes • Graph color and marker shape information • Data reliability information HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 105: Creating A New Project

    Launch the Electrolysis Cell Analyzer PC application [EA5701.exe]. Once the PC application starts up, the launcher window will be displayed. Click [Create new measurement project]. Configure the Electrolysis Cell Analyzer settings. Refer to “3 Configuring the PC Application” (p.  4 1) to configure the settings. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 106 • To discard changes, select [No]. • To cancel the creation of the new project, select [Cancel]. Configure the Electrolysis Cell Analyzer application settings. Refer to “3 Configuring the PC Application” (p.  4 1) to configure the settings. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 107: Opening An Existing Project

    The project will be restored to its state the last time it was opened. If no project names appear under [Recent measurement projects] Click [Open measurement project] on the launcher window. On the file selection window, move to the directory of the project you wish to open. Select the [ProjectName.aldasproj] file. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 108 • To cancel the creation of the new project, select [Cancel]. Click the project you wish to open. The project file selection window will be displayed. Move to the directory of the project you wish to open. Select the [ProjectName.aldasproj] file. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 109: Changing A Project's Name And Directory

    Move to the directory in which you wish to save the project. Specify a filename and click [Save]. A folder with the same name as the project will be created in the specified directory, and the project file and related data files will be copied into it. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 110 Manipulating Project Files HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 111: Ending Measurement

    Turn off measurement target’s power supply before disconnecting the „ Sense Cable, Source Cable, and current sensor. Failure to do so could result in electric shock. Disconnect the Sense Cable, current sensor, and Source Cable from the measurement target. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 112 Disconnect the cables and current sensor from the measurement target HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 113: Specifications

    System architecture EA5301 Sense Module Voltage and current measurement EA5501 Source Module • Signal superposition on the measurement target • Supply power to the EA5301, LAN communications with PC EA5701 Electrolysis Cell Analyzer Instruments (Sense Module and Source Module) (PC application) control, impedance calculations, display of results, etc.
  • Page 114: Sense Module Specifications

    Sampling 15 MHz, 18-bit Effective measuring 1% to 100% of range range (2) Sense Module voltage measurement specifications Number of input 1 channel: EA5301-01 channels 2 channels: EA5301-02 3 channels: EA5301-03 4 channels: EA5301-04 5 channels: EA5301-05 6 channels: EA5301-06...
  • Page 115 Frequency: 0.1 kHz to 5000.0 kHz (0.1 kHz increments) ° ± ° ° Phase difference: 0.000 180.000 (0.001 increments) When the operating mode is set to AUTO, these settings are configured automatically when a sensor is connected. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 116: Source Module Specifications

    Diagram of current applied to measurement target during measurement Power outlets Number of power outlets Power supply 100 V to 240 V 50 Hz/60 Hz 300 VA (Outputs voltage input to the power inlet.) Connectable devices EA5301-01, EA5301-02, EA5301-03, EA5301-04, EA5301-05, EA5301-06, EA5301-07, EA5301-08, CT9557 HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 117: Measurement Specifications

    0.01% of reading per C to the voltage and current accuracy. For DC, add another ° 0.01% of range per ± Effects of external 1% of range or less magnetic fields (400 A/m, in DC or 50 Hz/60 Hz magnetic field) HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 118 (R = 8 m , 100 A DC) Measurement conditions: CT6845A current sensor 6 V range, 20 A range (20 A DC), 100 A range (100 A DC) FAST measurement speed, noise reduction enabled Results do not include electrical noise. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 119: Functional Specifications (Pc Application Functionality)

    Set frequency f Frequency resolution measurement 1000 ≤ f ≤ 10000 frequency resolution 100 ≤ f < 1000 10 ≤ f < 100 1 ≤ f < 10 0.1 ≤ f < 1 0.01 0.01 ≤ f < 0.1 0.001 HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 120 Horizontal axis: DC current Vertical axis: Maximum frequency resistance (RHf) or minimum frequency resistance (Rlf) (select one) Rhf : Resistance value at maximum frequency in impedance measurement file Rlf : Resistance value at minimum frequency in impedance measurement file HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 121 Measurement time and date, elapsed time, set frequency, measurement frequency, impedance real part, impedance imaginary part, voltage of impedance measurement frequency component, current of impedance measurement frequency component, impedance absolute value, impedance phase angle, DC voltage, DC current Data format CSV format HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 122: Pc Application Operating Environment

    192.168.200.5 to 192.168.200.255 address Valid PC IP address 192.168.0.0 to 192.168.255.255 setting range The following IP addresses may not be used as they are reserved for use by modules: 192.168.200.1, 192.168.200.2, 192.168.200.3, 192.168.200.4 PC subnet mask settings 255.255.0.0 HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 123: L1100 Sense Cable

    L1100 Sense Cable 9.3 L1100 Sense Cable The L1100 is designed specifically for use with the following products: EA5301-01, EA5301-02, EA5301-03, EA5301-04, EA5301-05, EA5301-06, EA5301-07, EA5301-08 General specifications Operating environment Indoor use, pollution degree 2, altitude up to 2000 m (6562 ft.) Operating temperature and humidity °...
  • Page 124 L1150 Source Cable HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 125: Maintenance And Service

    When repairing or calibrating the system, we may initialize it. It is recommended to back up (save/ write) data such as the settings and measured data before requesting service. IMPORTANT If requesting repair or calibration service from Hioki, please send the following three components together: • Sense Module •...
  • Page 126: Replaceable Parts And Service Life

    Some parts used in the products may deteriorate in characteristics after years of use. It is recommended to replace these parts regularly to ensure long-term functionality. To order replacements, please contact your authorized Hioki distributor or reseller. Part service life varies with the operating environment and frequency of use.
  • Page 127: Troubleshooting

    10.2 Troubleshooting Should you identify any problems, refer to the “Before returning the products for repair” (p.  1 27) to address the issues. If further assistance is needed, contact your authorized Hioki distributor or reseller. Before returning the products for repair Check the following items.
  • Page 128: Error Messages

    Error Messages 10.3 Error Messages • When an error is displayed on the LCD screen, repair is necessary. Contact your authorized Hioki distributor or reseller. • Starting the system while the lines to be measured are live may damage it or cause an error to be displayed.
  • Page 129 After checking these points, leave the Source Module powered on for at least 30 minutes before use to allow the fan to cool it down before use. See “Precautions for Use” (p.12) HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 130: Disposal Of The Products

    Store the removed batteries out of reach of young children. „ CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See https://dtsc.ca.gov/perchlorate/. HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 131: Appendix

    Current flowing to measurement target during measurement operation Current flowing to Source Module during measurement operation Current flowing to measurement target during non-measurement operation AC signal superposition start AC signal superposition end Electrolysis cell current Time Fig. 1 Signal superposition by the Source Module HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 132 Sense Cable. Source Cable Source Module (Rated current load) Sense Cable Sense Module load (Voltage detection circuit) Measurement target − load DC power supply Fig. 2 Measurement using the four-terminal method HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 133 Current detection Module unit Current detection Voltmeter unit Measurement target Measurement target Current sensor − AC component load DC power supply DC power supply Fig. 3 When using a typical impedance tester Fig. 4 When using this system HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 134: Methods For Stabilizing Measurement

    Sense and Source Cables tightly and as close as possible to the measurement target. Make the loops formed by the Sense Cable as small as possible. Current sensor Anode EA5301 Electrolysis cell Sense Module L1100 Sense Cable Position the Sense and Source Cables as far apart as possible.
  • Page 135: Index

    Vsig [Vp-p] ............62 Ω X [m ] ............62 Default gateway ..........25 Degaussing............40 Display legend ........... 67 MAC address ............. 21 Disposal ............130 Main breaker............20 DMAG ..............40 Main application window........55 Manual mode ............. 52 HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
  • Page 136 R_SenseModule1_Ch ........102 Zero adjustment..........40 Sense Cable ............30 ZView format ............. 95 Sense Module............ 18 SetFrequency ..........102 Set the cell area size of all CHs......53 Shipping............125 Side menu ............55 Signal amplitude .......... 47, 50 HIOKI EA5701A961-00...
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