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Micromeritics GEOPYC 1365 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 ® 1365 NVELOPE ENSITY NALYZER PERATOR ANUAL 136-42800-01 Apr 2023 (Rev C)
  • Page 2 Copyright The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the agreement. ____________________________________________________________________________ Copyright © 2016 - 2023. Micromeritics Instrument Corporation. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Warranty

    MICROMERITICS shall not be liable for consequential or other type damages resulting from the use of any of its products other than the liability stated above. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for use.
  • Page 4 The company has R&D and manufacturing sites in the USA, UK, and Spain, and direct sales and service operations throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Micromeritics systems are the instruments-of-choice in more than 10,000 laboratories of the world’s most innovative companies and prestigious government and academic institutions.
  • Page 5 4356 Communications Drive Norcross, GA / USA / 30093-2901 Phone: 1-770-662-3636 Fax: 1-770-662-3696 www.Micromeritics.com Instrument Service or Repair Phone: 1-770-662-3666 International: Contact your local distributor or call 1-770-662-3666 Service.Helpdesk@Micromeritics.com Micromeritics Application Support Support@Micromeritics.com GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    Error Messages document (PDF) Parts and Accessories Operator Manual (PDF) All references to GeoPyc or GeoPyc 1365 in this document encompass the GeoPyc 1365 and GeoPyc 1365 T.A.P. unless otherwise noted. The following symbols or icons indicate safety precautions and/or supplemental information and may appear in this manual: NOTE —...

  • Page 7: General Safety

    When lifting or relocating the instrument, use proper lifting and transporting devices for heavy instruments. Ensure that sufficient personnel are available to assist in moving the instrument. The GeoPyc 1365 weighs approximately 19 kg (42 lbs). Always pay attention to the safety instructions provided on each label affixed to the instrument and do not alter or remove the labels.

  • Page 8: Removal For Repair Or Disposal Of Equipment

    Before returning equipment to service, ensure that it has been properly repaired and tested to ensure that it meets all safety requirements. Only qualified personnel should perform this work. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 9 It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that all personnel operating or maintaining the equipment participate in training and instruction sessions. All personnel operating, inspecting, servicing, or cleaning this instrument must be properly trained in operation and machine safety before operating this instrument. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 10 EFUP (for example, battery modules) and are marked to reflect such. The Environmentally Friendly Use Period is valid only when the product is operated under the conditions defined in the product manual. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual viii 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 11 Read the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and be aware of the hazards of mercury and know what to do in the event of a spill or an exposure incident GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About this Manual General Safety Removal for Repair or Disposal of Equipment 1 About the GeoPyc 1365 1 - 1 T.A.P. Density Upgrade Option 1 - 3 Safety Precautions 1 - 4 Tips for Successful Operation 1 - 5...
  • Page 14 Refresh the Browser 6 - 14 Clean the Instrument 6 - 14 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6 - 14 A Conversion Factor A - 1 B Displacement Volume B - 1 GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 15 The Percent Sample Volume F - 1 Piston Coupling Extenders F - 2 G T.A.P. Density G - 1 GeoPyc 1365 EU Declaration of Conformity DoC - 1 GeoPyc 1365 UK Declaration of Conformity DoC - 2 GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual xiii...

  • Page 17: About The Geopyc 1365

    1 About the GeoPyc 1365 1365 BOUT THE RONT ANEL A. Sample chamber B. USB port C. Status bar (LED) D. Standby button E. Touchscreen F. Plunger Front Panel Components Description Component Status bar (LED) Indicates the analyzer status. See Instrument Status on page 1 - Compresses the sample and Dry Flo.

  • Page 18: Rear Panel

    A mass balance can be connected to the analyzer through the 9 pin RS-232 RS-232 port. A suitable balance and cable are available through Micromeritics. Data is transmitted through the USB port. The USB ports on the front and back of the instrument can be used inter- USB ports...

  • Page 19: T.a.p. Density Upgrade Option

    The mass divided by the resulting volume is known as the “tap” or “tapped” density of the material. The GeoPyc 1365 T.A.P. software was produced for measurement of bulk density with a standard GeoPyc instrument. Settling of bulk materials is achieved by chamber agitation and piston pressure.

  • Page 20: Safety Precautions

    Use of a power cord or power supply not provided with the instrument could cause personal injury or damage to the equipment. If a replacement is needed, contact your Micromeritics Service Representative. Detachable power supply cords with an inadequate rating could cause significant instrument damage or physical harm.

  • Page 21: Tips For Successful Operation

    EMOTE ROWSERS Remote Computer Configuration on page 6 - 6 Remote browser sessions can be used to perform the same functions as the touchscreen on the instrument. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 1 - 5 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 22: Instrument Status

    1 About the GeoPyc 1365 NSTRUMENT TATUS Analyzer Status Description File Status An analysis is currently running. Analyzing Sample files used in an analysis that is completed. Ready The touchscreen is disabled. This status is available only on Standby remote browsers.

  • Page 23: Specifications For The Geopyc 1365

    Specifications for the GeoPyc 1365 1365 PECIFICATIONS FOR THE Electrical Input: 100 to 240 VAC, 1.6A Voltage Output: 24Vdc, 5A (120W) Overvoltage Category II Power 180 VA maximum Frequency 50/60 Hz External Power Phihong PSA120U-240L6 Adapter Supply Fluctuation ±10% Environment 10 °C to 35 °C (50 °F to 95 °F), operating...
  • Page 24 1 About the GeoPyc 1365 Available Sample Chambers (continued) solidated) 12.7 mm 19 mm 19.1 mm 28 mm 25.4 mm 38 mm 38.1 mm 50 mm 50.8 mm 60 mm Reproducibility When sample volume is at least 25% of Typically ±1.1%...

  • Page 25: Geopyc

    After a zero depth measurement, the zero depth is stored for the selected chamber. Only fields and buttons applicable to the selected SOP display. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 2 - 1 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 26 When the chamber for the selected SOP is different from the pre- vious analysis, a Chamber Changed message displays. The START button changes to CANCEL PAUSE when the analysis starts. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 2 - 2 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 27 Cycle failed to complete or analysis was canceled during a step. Cycle #. Cycle number for the analysis. Elapsed Time. Amount of time elapsed since the analysis started. Position. Current plunger position. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 2 - 3 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 28: Volume Calibration

    The presence of large internal cavities or extremes of density reduces accuracy regardless of whether a calibration run is performed. Accurate analysis cannot be performed on extremely small sample pieces (less than 1 to 2 mm in diameter). GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 2 - 4 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 29: Perform A Volume Calibration Run

    This conversion factor may now be entered into an SOP or set as the default conversion factor for a particular chamber. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 2 - 5 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 30: Blank Data

    The Consolidation Force must be the same for each blank and for the sample analyses that use those stored blanks. Entering an extremely accurate mass is critical. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 2 - 6 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 31: How Stored Blank Data Are Used

    The mass for the sample analysis does not fall between two blank masses. The two blanks do not have at least as many cycles as the analysis. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 2 - 7 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 32: Sample Run

    Gently tap the plunger on the open chamber so any adhering Dry Flo falls back into the chamber. Brush any Dry Flo clinging to the flared edge back into the chamber. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 2 - 8 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 33 9. When the analysis is complete, the plunger partially withdraws from the chamber. 10. Remove the chamber/plunger, then recover the sample. Analysis data are displayed on the touchscreen. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 2 - 9 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 34: Verify Operation

    Unless precise masses are obtained, the stored blank test procedure can give misleading results. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 2 - 10 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 35: Records

    Select and upload a single record as an XML file or multiple records in a ZIP file. After uploading, a popup window displays the number of records added and the number of records rejected. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 1 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 36 Indicates the field displays but cannot be edited in the Records view Displays if Run Blank was not enabled in the SOP Displays if Run Blank was enabled in the SOP ü Indicates the field displays GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 2 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 37: Print Or Export Records

    3. Select one or more records to export. 4. Tap the download icon. A green success message displays upon successful download: Successfully saved to <USB-location>.zip. Please remove USB. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 3 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 38 Select one or more reports to be printed. Tap the printer icon. A single report will be generated for all selected reports. RINT FROM AN OPEN RECORD Tap the printer icon. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 4 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 39: Reports

    However, the GeoPyc will use the selected chamber's conversion factor both bulk and envelope blanks. This makes the calculations for bulk density the same as the calculations for envelope density. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 5 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 40: Bulk Blank Data Set Listing

    No interpolation is done with bulk blanks; the consolidation force used in an analysis must match that of one of the stored blanks. The counts for the cycles in that data set are subtracted from the corresponding analysis cycles. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 6 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 41: Bulk Blank Report

    The number of times the plunger builds consolidation force and Measurement cycles backs off for each measurement. The number of compression cycles performed before the meas- Preparation cycles urement cycles. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 7 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 42: Bulk Density Report

    Standard deviation. The standard deviation of the densities in the table. The average of the Volume column in the Measurement Cycle table. Average bulk volume Standard deviation. The standard deviation of the volumes in the table. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 8 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 43 The force with which the chamber contents were compressed. Consolidation force The number of measurement cycles performed. Measurement cycles The number of compression cycles performed before the meas- Preparation cycles urement cycles. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 9 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 44: Envelope Density Report

    This report lists the counts steps moved by the displacement device during each cycle of a sample run. The report also displays average envelope volume and its standard deviation, and average envelope density and its standard deviation. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 10 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 45 The number of compression cycles performed before the meas- Preparation cycles urement cycles. The sample mass. Sample mass Volume of pores per gram of sample. Requires an entered absolute Specific pore volume density. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 11 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 46: Force Calibration Report

    Dry Flo, inaccurate weighing, or other methodology problems. If the number of counts deviation is large, or if the standard deviation is greater than 1.0, contact your Micromeritics Service Representative to investigate possible causes.
  • Page 47 Spring constant force (in newtons) exerted per unit distance (centimeters). Calculated using the points and slope data. Standard deviation Standard deviation should be less than 1.0 N. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 13 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 48: Instrument Log Report

    3 Records NSTRUMENT EPORT Displays recent analyses and calibrations. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 14 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 49: Volume Calibration Report

    Use the average as the conversion factor in sample runs for this type sample. Volume Calibration Report Description Field Name of the instrument. Instrument Serial number for the instrument. Serial Number GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 15 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 50 The number of steps the motor moved to achieve the consolidation Sample counts force for each sample cycle. The difference between the blank and sample counts, converted by Volume the analyzer to volume. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 16 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 51: Zero Depth Listing Report

    This report shows the zero depth of up to five sample chambers. The zero depth is used to calculate the percent of sample in the sample bed. This percentage is shown in the Envelope Density Report. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 3 - 17 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 53: Sop (Standard Operating Procedures)

    Delete icon to delete the record. Tap to open and edit the selected record. Copies the selected record. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 4 - 1 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 54: Add A New Procedure

    Select the chamber size to be used. Entries in this field can Chamber [drop-down box] be modified in the Maintenance section. Mass of the chamber and medium. Chamber + medium mass [text box] GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 4 - 2 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 55 Select to run an analysis with no sample. Run blank [check box] Enter the sample mass. Sample mass [scroll selection] Person requesting the analysis. Submitter [text box] Saves the entered information and closes the window. Update [button] GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 4 - 3 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 56: Consolidation Cycles

    (the default number) and five subsequent cycles be performed on each sample, for a total of seven cycles. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 4 - 4 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 57: Consolidation Force

    Increase the force when performing an analysis with a sample plus Dry Flo bed longer than the diameter of the chamber. If the Dry Flo remains compacted into cakes or clumps after analysis, decrease the force. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 4 - 5 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 59: Instrument

    Move the plunger in. This button is disabled when the plunger is at the maximum limit switch. Stop the plunger movement. Move the plunger out. This button is disabled when the plunger is at the minimum limit switch. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 5 - 1 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 60 Set the speed of the plunger. Changes to this field occur immediately even if Target Speed the plunger is in motion. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 5 - 2 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 61: Chamber And Plunger

    Dry Flo. Try to distribute multi-piece samples evenly throughout the chamber. For best results, use sample pieces larger than 1 to 2 mm in length or diameter. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 5 - 3 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 62: Remove Chamber And Plunger

    The seal end of each plunger fits snugly into the corresponding chamber. The plunger slides slowly but smoothly inside the chamber. After loading the chamber, slide the seal end of the plunger about a third of the way into the chamber. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 5 - 4 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 63: Mount The Chamber And Plunger

    Continue turning / screwing until the plunger is firmly secured. Hold the plunger to sta- bilize it while turning the coupling. It is important that the chamber/plunger is secured firmly to each mandrel. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 5 - 5 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 64: Chamber Diameter

    Determine the internal chamber diameter by measuring the plunger seal. The diameter of the seal diameter is the same as the internal diameter of the chamber. (Do not measure the chamber.) GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 5 - 6 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 65: Maintenance

    Maintenance Description Selections Advanced [button] These settings affect the operation of the analyzer. Make changes only under the direction of a Micromeritics Ser- vice Representative. Administrator-level configuration options. Enabled only when the analyzer is idle. Application. Tap DOWNLOAD AND INSTALL to download and install the latest version of the application.
  • Page 66 Force Unit [button] IP address of the instrument. IP address Location of the instrument. Location [text box] Analyzer model. Model The name of the instrument (such as lab number, etc.). Name [text box] GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 6 - 2 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 67 Analytical Balance on the next page. Serial number of the instrument. Serial Number Version of the installed software application. Software Version Select the local time zone. Timezone [drop-down box] GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 6 - 3 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 68: Analytical Balance

    For Micromeritics supplied analytical balance series F and later, the balance must be attached to the instrument using the provided serial cable or the provided USB cable. Attach one end of the cable to the appropriate port on the back of the instrument and the other end to the balance.
  • Page 69 2. Tap the Mass field then press the Send button on the balance. The Mass field gets updated. Make sure the balance is configured to send mass in grams. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 6 - 5 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 70: Remote Computer Configuration

    Bridged instruments must have different IP addresses. 1. In the instrument application, tap the Maintenance menu, then tap Advanced. 2. In the Network field, tap Static and enter the details from the GeoPyc 1365 column in the table Configuration Settings Examples above.

  • Page 71: Plunger Assembly Maintenance

    A. Piston rim B. Quad ring C. Round bottom object D. Piston GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 6 - 7 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 72: Replace Plunger Piston

    Holding the plunger still, rotate the chamber around the plunger in a direction that would tend to unscrew the piston. If the motion of the chamber begins to unscrew the plunger assembly, it needs to be tightened further. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 6 - 8 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 73: Power Instrument On And Off

    In that case, allow the analyzer to reach room temperature before powering ON. There is no hard power switch for the analyzer. When the analyzer is plugged in, power is applied to the analyzer. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 6 - 9 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 74: Power-On Sequence

    Once the plunger returns to home position, the status bar LED turns green indicating that the analyzer is ready to be used. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 6 - 10 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 75: Printer Installation

    These instructions are for configuring a printer attached to the analyzer. When configuration is complete, use the Jobs tab to view queued print jobs. 1. Tap the Maintenance tab. 2. Tap Printers at the bottom of the window. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 6 - 11 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 76 6 Maintenance 3. On the Administration tab, tap Add Printer 4. Select the printer to add then tap Continue. 5. Enter information about the printer then tapContinue. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 6 - 12 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 77 6. Select the printer model from the Model drop-down list then tap Printer. 7. Select printer settings from the drop-down lists then tap Set Default Options. 8. Tap the Printers tab. The installed printer displays. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 6 - 13 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 78: Refresh The Browser

    Maintenance on page 6 - 1 Power Instrument On and Off on page 6 - 9 Printer Installation on page 6 - 11 The Error Messages document can be found on the Micromeritics web page (www.Micromeritics.com). GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual 6 - 14...

  • Page 79: A Conversion Factor A

    The conversion factors are based on the geometry of the chamber and are adjusted to account for the consolidation of the Dry Flo and the friction of the plunger’s movement. The Calculations document can be found on the Micromeritics web page (www.Micromeritics.com).
  • Page 80 To maximize accuracy, it is strongly recommended to calculate the conversion factor by performing a calibration run. The conversion factor from the table can be used, however the results will not be as accurate as performing a calibration run. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual A - 2 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 81: B Displacement Volume B

    Dry Flo by allowing calibration with an object of known properties that is similar to the sample in size and shape. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual B - 1 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 83: C Dry Flo C

    Dry Flo. Dry Flo is not harmful to skin, however residue from Dry Flo may remain on surfaces and may mark or stain fabrics or paper. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual C - 1 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 84: How To Handle Dry Flo C

    Dry Flo, but high-precision results may not be achieved. The analyzer comes equipped with a rubber mat to catch Dry Flo that may spill onto the platform beneath the analysis chamber. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual C - 2 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 85: Amount Of Dry Flo To Use C

    Dry Flo to completely surround the sample during analysis. Use a sieve to recover the sample. Return the Dry Flo from the sieve pan to the chamber. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual C - 3 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 86 Diameter (mm) Best Measured (cm Consolidated (mm) 0.3 - 0.8 12.7 0.8 - 2.4 19.1 2.4 - 5.3 25.4 5.3 - 13 38.1 13 - 26 50.8 GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual C - 4 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 87: Weigh Dry Flo C

    If, for example, including the chamber’s mass in the blank run, then include the chamber’s mass in the sample run. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual C - 5 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 88: Dry Flo Bed C

    6 mm in diameter. The analyses were conducted using a 25.4 mm diameter sample cell. The absolute density of the spheres was 2.5202 g/cm as measured by Micromeritics’ AccuPyc. Being nonporous, the envelope density of the spheres was also 2.5202 g/cm .
  • Page 89 Typical Effect of Sample Quantity on the Reproducibility of Results (continued) Envelope Density % Error % Sample Volume 2.5089 -0.45 18.335 2.5155 -0.19 18.706 2.5153 -0.19 20.333 2.5289 +0.35 29.708 GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual C - 7 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 91: D Envelope Density D

    Every envelope density result is derived from the difference in two volumes, the consolidated Dry Flo and the consolidated Dry Flo with sample. That difference should be as large as possible simply for mathematical significance. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual D - 1 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 92 Guideline 4. Choose the number of preparation and analysis cycles such that little or no consistent increase or decrease in value is revealed by the recorded data. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual D - 2 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 93 3. Finally, a number of calibration tests should be made and the median selected as the con- version factor. Guideline 3. Use the median value from a number of calibration tests as the conversion factor for the material to be analyzed. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual D - 3 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 95: E Measurement Method E

    The plunger moves along a screw; the diameter and threading of the screw enter into the calculations. The Calculations document can be found on the Micromeritics web page (www.Micromeritics.com). GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual E - 1 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 97: F Zero Depth Of A Sample Chamber F

    (sample plus Dry Flo). The sample volume percent is included in the Envelope Density Report. View this report to ensure that the sample bed contains an adequate amount of sample. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual F - 1 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

  • Page 98: Piston Coupling Extenders F

    Piston coupling extenders are required when performing zero depth runs. The piston coupling extender screws onto the standard piston rod between the piston and the coupling. A. Piston rod B. Chamber C. Plunger D. Extender GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual F - 2 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 99 —unlike the GeoPyc— they may not provide any way to quantify that degree. ASTM Standard Test Method B 527-81, Tap Density of Powders of Refractory Metals and Compounds by Tap-Pak Volumeter. GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual G - 1 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...
  • Page 100 They are very useful, however, for assessing sample compaction at 19.1 * higher pressures. 5 to 15 25.4 11 to 33 38.1 1 to 3 20 to 60 50.8 GeoPyc 1365 Operator Manual G - 2 136-42800-01 (Rev C) — Apr 2023...

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