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Instruction Manual Model 4265-HT High Temperature UCA (Original Instructions) Revision N – May 2025 P/N: 80-0304 S/N _____________ 2001 N. Indianwood Ave. Broken Arrow, Oklahoma Tel: 918-250-7200 Fax: 918-459-0165 E-mail: chandler.sales@ametek.com Web: www.chandlereng.com...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents General Information ............... P-1 Introduction ............................. P-1 Description of Instrument ....................... P-1 Features and Benefits ........................P-1 Specifications ..........................P-2 Safety Requirements ........................P-3 Symbols Used on Equipment ......................P-4 Where to find help .......................... P-5 Section 1 –...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Preparing the Sample and Cell for a Test ..................2-18 Running a test ..........................2-21 Pressure Control ......................... 2-21 Temperature Control ........................2-22 Ending a Test ..........................2-22 Cleaning the Test Cell ........................ 2-23 Section 3 - Maintenance and Servicing .......... 3-1 Maintenance ............................
PREFACE General Information Introduction This manual contains installation, operation, and maintenance instructions for the Chandler Engineering Model 4265-HT High Temperature Ultrasonic Cement Analyzer. Description of Instrument The 4265-HT High Temperature Ultrasonic Cement Analyzer is an instrument that measures the compressive strength of API cement under high temperature and high-pressure conditions.
PREFACE Safety Requirements READ BEFORE ATTEMPTING OPERATION OF INSTRUMENT If this equipment is not used in a manner consistent with the manufacturer’s specifications the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. Warning: Read before attempting operation of this instrument. This instrument is capable of high temperatures and pressures and must always be operated with CAUTION.
PREFACE WARNING: During a test, the top panel around test cell can become hot and cause injury. • A fire extinguisher, type 8 BC, should be located within 50 feet (15 meters) of the instrument. • Have the safety officer at your location or laboratory review the safety aspects of the instrument and installation and approve the operational and installation procedures.
PREFACE Where to find help In the event of problems, the local sales representatives will be able to help or the personnel at Chandler Engineering can be contacted. • Telephone: 918-250-7200 • FAX: 918-459-0165 • E-mail: chandler.sales@ametek.com • Website: www.chandlereng.com...
SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Section 1 – Installation Unpacking the Instrument Remove the instrument from the packing crate carefully. The unit comes fully equipped with all the necessary components and any spare parts that were ordered with the unit. Ensure that no parts or tools are lost when discarding the packing materials.
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SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Modbus Protocol (Serial; use DB9 or USB Connection) 1. Configure a “Modbus” I/O Connection (Tools > Configure > I/O connection) for the instrument. For the purposes of this example, the I/O Connection is named “4265HT”. a.
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SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ModbusTCP Protocol (Ethernet Connection) From Chandler Engineering, the 5265 SGSA is configured with the following IP Addresses: Device IP Address Subnet Mask Electronics Box 10.17.100.200 255.0.0.0 Temperature Controller 10.17.100.201 255.255.0.0 NOTE: The IP Addresses and Subnet Masks of ALL devices (Electronics Box, Temperature Controller and control PC) must be compatible.
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SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: The “Output Pulse” and “Input Waveform” signals are for diagnostic purposes and are not required for normal operation. Chandler Engineering recommends that these signals be configured but disabled.
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SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Analog Devices Protocol (Legacy Serial Connection) 1. Configure an “Analog Devices 6B” I/O Connection (Tools > Configure > I/O connection) for the instrument. For the purposes of this example, the I/O Connection is named “4265HT”. Leave the Timeout and Retries at the default value.
SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Network Configuration Changing the Network Configuration of the control PC usually requires Administrator privileges. Chandler Engineering recommends that the user account that is normally used on the control computer have local Administrator privileges. From Chandler Engineering, the 4265HT is configured with the following IP Configuration: Device IP Address Subnet Mask...
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SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS UltraSonic Motherboard The UltraSonic Motherboard is the red circuit board inside the instrument. This board was designed by Chandler Engineering. The Ultrasonic Configurator software is installed with the 5270 software. • Connect the instrument to your network (this can be a direct connection to the control computer).
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SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Temperature Controller The Temperature Controller can be configured with the Eurotherm iTools software. At the time of this writing, the iTools software was available for download from the following URL: https://www.eurotherm.com/download/eurotherm-itools-v9-84/. The temperature controller uses a special Cascade Control firmware. The IDM (Interface Descriptor Module that tells iTools about the controller) is required;...
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SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Set Subnet Mask • Enter the Configuration Level as described earlier in this manual (see Configuring the Eurotherm Controller) • Use the Page button to scroll to the Comms menu. • Press Scroll button, the top line of this display shows F.COm •...
2-10 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Section 2 – Operating Instructions Front Panel Controls The figure below shows the front panel and all the associated controls. The description of each control will follow the figure. Relief Valve The relief valve or back-pressure regulator may be used to set the upper limit on the system pressure up to 10,000 psi (69.0 MPa).
SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2-11 Pump Air Pressure Gauge Indicates the pressure of the air supplied to the pump. Each 5 psi (35.5 kPa) pressure applied to the pump results in approximately a 1000 psi (7000 kPa) hydraulic pressure output from the pump. Pressure Release Valve This valve is used to manually release pressure from the test cell.
2-12 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Programming the Controller The Model 9050 controller used with the 5265 system features user defined segment programming (8 segments maximum). Using these segments, sample temperature ramp and dwell segments are defined. Upper Readout Alarm Beacon Middle Readout Lower Readout Bar Graph...
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SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2-13 Program Status: Indicates the current Program Step: Indicates Ramp / Step Up Indicates Dwell (Flashing indicates Dwell End) Indicates Ramp / Step Down. Manual Mode: Indicates Manual Mode has been selected. In Manual Mode, the Raise and Lower buttons operate on the Output Power.
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2-14 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Press “Scroll”; Verify that HB.STY (Holdback Style) is set to PROG. Press “Scroll”; Verify that HB.TYP (Holdback Type) is set to OFF. Press “Scroll”; Verify that RAMP.U (Ramp Units) is set to P.mIN (Per Minute). Press “Scroll”;...
SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2-15 Left Rear Panel The left rear panel contains all the connections for the cables that connect the autoclave to the processor. This panel also contains connections for the top transducer, the thermocouple and the main power. Current Panel Ultrasonic Connector The coaxial cable attached to the top transducer...
2-16 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Legacy Panel Thermocouple The thermocouple that is attached to the top plug must be plugged into this connector prior to the beginning of a test and any time that it is necessary for the temperature controller to operate.
SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2-17 Right Rear Panel The right rear panel contains all the connections for hydraulic and pneumatic utilities. Figure 2 - Right Rear Panel Coolant Drain/Inlet These ports are used to connect the instrument to cooling water. Air Inlet This port is used to connect the air supply to the instrument.
2-18 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Preparing the Sample and Cell for a Test Refer to assembly drawings 80-0300 (vessel) and 80-0376 (sleeve) Top Plug Assembly Transducer Assembly Metal seal ring Elastomer o-ring (Viton or High Temperature Compound) Vessel (internal sleeve assembly not shown) Elastomer o-ring (Viton or High Temperature Compound) Metal seal ring Transducer Assembly...
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SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2-19 Elastomer o-ring (Viton or High Temperature Compound) Metal seal ring Apply grease Apply grease Apply grease Apply grease 3. Screw the cylinder onto the bottom plug located in the vise with the cylinder end marked T at the top.
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2-20 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6. Pour the cement slurry into the cement sleeve inside the test cell. Be careful not to get cement into the threads. Fill the sleeve to approximately 1/16-inch (1.5mm) below the top. Cement sleeve assembly Grease inside and outside surfaces Use o-rings to hold sleeve halves.
SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2-21 Running a test This section describes the steps used to control pressure and temperature in the 4265-HT pressure vessel. Pressure Control NOTE: The instrument includes a 10000 psi relief valve. If tests involving pressures above 10000 psi are required, the RELIEF VALVE SHUTOFF valve must be closed.
2-22 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Temperature Control Refer to Programming the Controller for information on how to program and operate the temperature controller. When the controller has been programmed and the Processor is operating properly, the heater may be enabled by turning the HEATER switch to the ON position. 1.
SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2-23 Cleaning the Test Cell When the test cell has been cooled and removed from the instrument, it should be cleaned according the following guidelines. 1. Place the test cell in a vice, topside up. Use the wrench flats to prevent scratching cylinder or plugs.
SECTION 3 – MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Section 3 - Maintenance and Servicing NOTE: Always disconnect both power connections prior to service. This chapter describes the basic maintenance that is required for the 4265-HT UCA. A troubleshooting guide is also provided in the event that a problem occurs.
SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Calibration Procedures The temperature controller may require periodic calibration after extended use. The procedures related to calibrating the controller may be found in the controller manual. The measurement of Transit Time requires periodic calibration to ensure accurate measurements.
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SECTION 3 – MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING In the 5270 software, open the Transit Time Calibration window (Instrument Configuration > Input Signals > Transit Time > Calibrate): Select the Steel Bar method. Enter the default Target Transit Time of 7.925 or the known Target Transit Time if available.
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SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Water Method 1. Install the cylinder assembly into the instrument. 2. Connect the top and bottom transducer cables. 3. Fill the cylinder with water. 4. Pressurize the cylinder to at least 1000 psi. 5. In the 5270 software, open the Transit Time Calibration window (Instrument Configuration >...
SECTION 3 – MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Major Disassembly 1. Ensure all pressure is released from the instrument. 2. Rotate the regulator knob (Item 159) fully counterclockwise to remove tension from the regulator assembly. 3. Remove the hole plug (Item 155) from the regulator knob using the narrow (5/16”...
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SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Bonnet Disassembly/Reassembly 1. Remove the limit screw (Item 158) from the spring cap (Item 002). 2. Remove all components from the bonnet. 3. Clean and lubricate the bearing using a suitable lubricant. 4. Clean the spring cap and adjusting screw threads. Place a small amount of anti-seize lubricant on the threads.
SECTION 3 – MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Major Assembly 1. Place the sensor assembly back into the body (Item 001). Place a small amount of O-ring lubricant on the O-ring (Item 0052). Push the assembly into place using the needle nose pliers.
SECTION 4 – TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Section 4 - Troubleshooting Guide The following table lists symptoms of several common problems, the possible cause of the problem, and the possible solution to the problem. Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Disconnect power to instrument and Short circuit in system check for short circuits with an wiring.
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SECTION 4 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Pressure Release valve not Close valve or replace stem/seat, if closed or is leaking. necessary. Relief valve is not holding Turn Relief valve knob clockwise. pressure. Debris may be trapped under relief valve seat.
SECTION 5 – REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Section 5 – Replacement Parts List To ensure correct part replacement, always specify Model and Serial Number of instrument when ordering or corresponding. Part Number Description 07-1591 Filter Assembly, HP 80-0021 Sample Thermocouple, Type J, 20000 psi 80-0022 Heating/Cooling Jacket, 2000 W, 50/60 Hz 80-0035...
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SECTION 5 - REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Part Number Description C19414 Thermocouple, Type J P-1887 Pump Pressure Regulator, 300/100 psi P-2192 Relief Valve Shutoff P-2193 Pressure Release Valve,Ndl,SS P-3107 Solenoid Valve, 220V P-3148 O-ring, Vessel (for test temperatures below 400°F (204°C))
SECTION 6 – DRAWINGS AND SCHEMATICS Section 6 – Drawings and Schematics DRAWING NO. DESCRIPTION 4265HTA Model 4265-HT UCA Assembly 80-0305 Wiring Diagram 80-0306 Tubing Diagram 80-0310 Pressure Vessel Assembly 4265HT-FP Front Panel Layout...
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DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED ECN T9947; DELETED C19414 TC THAT IS 7/4/2024 ALREADY USED ON 80-0302-XXX ASSY ECN T9985; UPDATE ASSEMBLY DUE TO CHANGES IN 80-0220-XX TUBE SET AND 83- 9/18/2024 0038 ECN 10312; ADDED 08-0306 TO MODEL 3/21/2025 ECN 10321; ADDED X265-WH-4265HT 3/27/2025 ITEM PART NUMBER...
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CHANDLER ENGINEERING BREAK EDGES, DEBURR DRAWN: JJM 1/8/2024 THIS DOCUMENT AND THE DRAWINGS AND TECHNICAL DATA CONTAINED HEREON ARE THE UON DIMS ARE IN INCHES MFG: JJM 1/8/2024 PROPERTY OF CHANDLER ENGINEERING COMPANY LLC. REPRODUCTION OR DISSEMINATION IN ANY 1 PLC 0.030 2 PLC 0.010...
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CHANDLER ENGINEERING BREAK EDGES, DEBURR DRAWN: JJM 1/8/2024 THIS DOCUMENT AND THE DRAWINGS AND TECHNICAL DATA CONTAINED HEREON ARE THE UON DIMS ARE IN INCHES MFG: JJM 1/8/2024 PROPERTY OF CHANDLER ENGINEERING COMPANY LLC. REPRODUCTION OR DISSEMINATION IN ANY 1 PLC 0.030 2 PLC 0.010...
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REVISIONS NOTES: MAXIMUM PRESSURE RATING: 20000 PSIG (138.0 MPa) ZONE REV. DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE RATING: 600 F (316 C) ECN T1561; ADD CLARIFICATION THAT GREASE IS NOT 3/24/2008 JJM/TC VERIFY THAT THE ELECTRICAL CONTACT SURFACES ON 80-0369 , USED ON THE TRANSDUCER SEALING SURFACES TRANSDUCER MASS, SPRING ARE CLEAN.
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