Vernier TPL-BTA Quick Start Manual

Extra-Long
Temperature Probe
(Order Code TPL-BTA)
This probe is designed for outdoor
temperature sensing or for measuring
temperature at various depths in lakes and
rivers. It has a 30 m (100 ft) cable that can be submersed in water up to the cable
box.
Note: Vernier products are designed for educational use. Our products are not
designed nor are they recommended for any industrial, medical, or commercial
process such as life support, patient diagnosis, control of a manufacturing
process, or industrial testing of any kind.
Compatible Software and Interfaces
See
www.vernier.com/manuals/tpl-bta
compatible with the Extra-Long Temperature Probe.
Getting Started
1. Connect the sensor to the interface (LabQuest Mini, LabQuest 3, etc.).
2. Start the appropriate data-collection software (Vernier Graphical Analysis
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LabQuest App, or Logger Pro™) if not already running, and choose New
from File menu. The software will identify the sensor and load a default
data-collection setup. You are now ready to collect data.
If you are collecting data using a Chromebook™, mobile device such as iPad
Android™ tablet, or a Vernier wireless interface, please see the following link for
up-to-date connection information:
www.vernier.com/start/tpl-bta
Using the Product
Connect the sensor following the steps in the Getting Started section of this user
manual.
Videos
View videos related to this product at
Calibration
You should not have to perform a new calibration when using the
Extra-Long Temperature Probe. The sensor is custom calibrated before it is
shipped. However, a two-point calibration can be performed and saved on the
sensor, if desired.
for a list of interfaces and software
www.vernier.com/tpl-bta
Specifications
Range
Maximum temperature the sensor can tolerate without
damage
Accuracy
12-bit resolution
Response time (in moving water from 25 to 50˚C)
Stored calibration values (Celsius)
Stored calibration values (Fahrenheit)
How the Sensor Works
The Extra-Long Temperature Probe uses a transducer to produce a current that is
directly proportional to its absolute temperature. The sensor is plugged into a
signal conditioning box, producing an output voltage that is linear with
temperature over the range of –50 to +150°C.
The transducer is at the tip of the brass tube. The entire probe is covered with
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Teflon FEP heat-shrink tubing. This coating protects the probe from damage in
most environments.
For use in anything other than air or water, see
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or The Extra-Long Temperature Probe is designed so that it can be submerged in a
water environment for extended periods of time. If the Teflon coating is damaged,
however, liquid may get into the probe and cause errant readings.
Repair Information
If you have watched the related product video(s), followed the troubleshooting
steps, and are still having trouble with your Extra-Long Temperature Probe,
contact Vernier Technical Support at support@vernier.com or call 888-837-6437.
Support specialists will work with you to determine if the unit needs to be sent in
for repair. At that time, a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number will
be issued and instructions will be communicated on how to return the unit for
repair.
Warranty
Warranty information for this product can be found on the Support tab at
www.vernier.com/tpl-bta
General warranty information can be found at
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–50 to 150˚C
200˚C
±1.0°C at 25˚C
0.07°C
60 seconds
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slope (k ): 58.341
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slope (k ): 105.01
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