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- Page 1 User Guide Elcometer 215 Oven Temperature Profiler / Oven Temperature Profiling System www.elcometer.com...
- Page 2 Ensuring the Gauge has the Latest Firmware / en-9 Updating the Gauge Elcometer K-Type Thermocouple Probes en-10 ® Gauge Set-Up Using ElcoMaster en-10 Operating the Elcometer 215 en-11 Getting to Know the Gauge en-11 Switching the Gauge On & Off en-12 ® Connecting the Gauge to ElcoMaste...
- Page 3 464g (16.4oz) Gauge in Thermal Barrier: 5.62kg (12.4lb) A Material Safety Data Sheet for the insulation material used in the Elcometer 215 Thermal Insulation Barrier, sales part number T21533250, is available to download via our website: www.elcometer.com/images/stories/MSDS/elcometer_215_thermal_barrier_T21533250.pdf © Elcometer Limited 2025. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored (in a retrieval system or otherwise) or translated into any language, in any form or by any means (electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual or otherwise) without the prior written permission of Elcometer Limited.
- Page 4 In the powder coating industry, the new Elcometer 215 is crucial for ensuring a precise and consistent curing process. It continuously monitors both the temperature inside the curing oven and the surface temperature of the product, helping to guarantee that the powder coating adheres correctly without compromising the finish or causing...
- Page 5 2 BOX CONTENTS The Elcometer 215 Oven Temperature Profiler is available to purchase as a standalone logger, sales part number T215-DL, or as complete system with thermal barrier supplied in a robust plastic carry case, sales part number G215-DL. Elcometer 215 Oven Temperature Profiler (T215-DL) Elcometer 215 Oven Temperature Profiler USB Cable –...
- Page 6 (not visible - built in to the rear of the gauge.) Note: more information on the LED status conditions, see Section 6.6 on page 16. ® To enable or disable Bluetooth , buttons f and g are pressed simultaneously. en-5 www.elcometer.com...
- Page 7 20% indicating that the batteries should be replaced. The Elcometer 215 can also be powered using a male ‘A’ to male ‘C’ USB cable (supplied as standard with each gauge). When the USB cable is connected and powered, the power LED ( ) will flash amber for 3 second pulses (on for 3 seconds off for 100ms), and the gauge will automatically disconnect the battery supply.
- Page 8 The ‘type’ of thermocouple connected is set up via ElcoMaster / Logger Setups, see Section A4 on page 25 for further information. Note: All thermocouples connected to the Elcometer 215 must be of the same ‘type’. If using non-Elcometer supplied thermocouple probes, please ensure that they are suitable for use in the temperature and environment being assessed.
- Page 9 Elcometer 215 Thermal Insulation Barrier is available to download via our website: www.elcometer.com/images/stories/MSDS/elcometer_215_thermal_barrier_T21533250.pdf Thermal insulation barrier is supplied as standard with the Elcometer 215 Oven Temperature Profiling System (G215-DL) and is available to purchase separately as a spare / accessory, sales part number T21533250. www.elcometer.com...
- Page 10 ElcoMaster , select ‘Gauge Firmware Updates’ from the main navigation screen and follow the on-screen instructions. If a later version of the gauge firmware is available, ‘Update Gauge’ will be displayed to the right of the gauge details. Click ‘Update Gauge’ to install the latest firmware. en-9 www.elcometer.com...
- Page 11 5 GAUGE SET-UP USING ELCOMASTER ® The ElcoMaster software application is used to setup and configure the Elcometer 215 Oven Profiler for a wide range product / oven temperature profile settings. Once created the user can select the appropriate product / oven temperature profile setting and transfer the setup to the...
- Page 12 ® Enable / Disable Bluetooth - press button f and g simultaneously Battery Door & Retaining Seal The Elcometer 215 is powered by 3 x AA batteries. Alkaline batteries are supplied. Lithium or rechargeable batteries can also be used. Note:...
- Page 13 6 OPERATING THE ELCOMETER 215 (continued) USB Connection Point USB ‘C’ socket, protected by rubber cover. Thermocouple Connection Ports (x8) Up to 8 thermocouple probes (k-type and others of the same type) can be ® connected and selected via ElcoMaster at any one time.
- Page 14 ) will flash blue indicating that it is in broadcasting mode, ® awaiting connection to ElcoMaster . ® When the Elcometer 215 is connected to ElcoMaster , the ® Bluetooth LED ( ) will remain permanently on. ® To switch off Bluetooth , press & release the power On/Off button and ®...
- Page 15 6 OPERATING THE ELCOMETER 215 (continued) The status LED will illuminate red and the channel LEDs will flash green indicating that the gauge is logging in accordance with the logger profile settings. Note: Logging will not commence if no thermocouples are connected, there is a fault...
- Page 16 6 OPERATING THE ELCOMETER 215 (continued) ® OPERATING THE GAUGE USING ELCOMASTER ® The Elcometer 215 is fitted with Bluetooth connectivity, enabling the ® gauge to communicate with ElcoMaster wirelessly. This allows the operator to access the product / oven temperature profile in real time without the need to remove the lid of the thermal insulation barrier.
- Page 17 6 OPERATING THE ELCOMETER 215 (continued) ELCOMETER 215 LEDs EXPLAINED When operating the Elcometer 215, the various LED’s indicate the current state of the gauge and the paint profile under test, as below: Double Flash Toggle/Pulse Paint profile Status: No paint profile...
- Page 18 (13.24" x 9.94" x 4.43") Weight Gauge only: 464g (16.4oz) Gauge in Barrier: 5.62kg (12.4lb) Alkaline batteries are supplied. Lithium or rechargeable batteries can also be used. Using alkaline batteries supplied. Battery life when using lithium or rechargeable batteries will differ. en-17 www.elcometer.com...
- Page 19 To extend your warranty visit www.elcometer.com or Extend Your Warranty scan the QR code. The Elcometer 215 Thermal Insulation Barrier is supplied with a 12 month warranty against manufacturing defects, excluding contamination and wear. Elcometer K-Type Thermocouple probes are supplied with a 12 month warranty against manufacturing defects, excluding contamination and wear.
- Page 20 The Chemours Company (formally DuPont) All other trademarks acknowledged. The Elcometer 215 is packed in a cardboard package. Please ensure that this packaging is disposed of in an environmentally sensitive manner. Consult your local Environmental Authority for further guidance.
- Page 21 Elcometer 215 & ElcoMaster en-24 Creating a New Logger Setup en-25 Creating a New Paint Setup en-27 Creating a New Product/Probe Plan en-29 Uploading Settings to the Elcometer 215 en-32 Downloading Data en-35 Viewing Downloaded Data en-36 Creating a Report en-37 www.elcometer.com...
- Page 22 ElcoMaster is a comprehensive data management software application, designed by Elcometer to streamline the collection, analysis and reporting of inspection data for a wide range of Elcometer inspection equipment and measurement parameters including: Oven temperature profiles, climatic conditions (Ts, Ta, RH, Dewpoint, etc.), dry film coating thickness, coating adhesion, gloss measurement,...
- Page 23 ® A2 INSTALLING ELCOMASTER ® ElcoMaster is available as a free download via www.elcometer.com or by following the QR code. ® Once installed, open ElcoMaster by double ® clicking the ElcoMaster icon. ® Download ElcoMaster Once open, the user will see the main navigation screen, which...
- Page 24 firmware of the gauge free of charge (internet access required). ® Adjust Settings Users can adjust ElcoMaster’s global settings including: Language, Measurement Units, Report Footer Setting, Cloud Settings, Default Storage Location & Export Format. Users can also import from older ® versions of ElcoMaster en-23 www.elcometer.com...
- Page 25 ® A3 ELCOMETER 215 & ELCOMASTER ® ElcoMaster is used to setup and configure the Elcometer 215 Oven Temperature Profiler for a wide range product and oven temperature profile settings. Once created, these can be transferred to the gauge. ®...
- Page 26 Ÿ Left click ‘New, Logger Setup, Elcometer 215/2' or; Ÿ Left click ‘Logger Setups’ then right click ‘New, Logger Setup, Elcometer 215/2'. Note: Elcometer 215 under the Logger Setups menu relates to the original Elcometer 215. After generation, the new Logger Setup file should be renamed by the user as required.
- Page 27 1. Stop Triggers : The user can set the stop trigger from: Ÿ Run Duration: Set a user defined time frame. The Elcometer 215 will automatically stop taking measurements after the defined time duration has elapsed.
- Page 28 Types T, J, N, S, E, B or R thermocouples can also be used. Note: All thermocouples connected to the Elcometer 215 must be of the same ‘type’. If using non-Elcometer supplied thermocouple probes, please ensure that they are suitable for use in the temperature and environment being assessed.
- Page 29 A5.1 SETTING THE CURE PARAMETERS Time and temperature data for the paint / powder type can be added to enable the Elcometer 215 to perform a cure calculation and create a curve providing the user with a numerical value for how well the coating has cured at each thermocouple probe location.
- Page 30 (S) or a blue air temperature probe (A). When a Product/Probe Plan has been configured, it can be uploaded a gauge via ‘Logger Profile Uploads’. To upload a Product/Probe Plan, see Section A7 on page 32. en-29 www.elcometer.com...
- Page 31 Change the marker probe type from red (surface) to blue (air) as necessary by double clicking the placement marker and then ‘drag and drop’ the marker into the correct location on the image where the channel 1 thermocouple will be attached. www.elcometer.com en-30...
- Page 32 A6 CREATING A NEW PRODUCT/PROBE PLAN (continued) To adjust the placement marker’s size use the “Placement Marker Size” slide bar. Repeat the steps above for all remaining channel/place markers and add a product description (if required) in the box provided. en-31 www.elcometer.com...
- Page 33 A7.2 USING THE ELCOMETER 215 AS AN OVEN TEMPERATURE PROFILING SYSTEM In order for the Elcometer 215 to function as an Oven Temperature Profiling system, providing the user with immediate pass/fail results, in addition to a logger setup, a paint setup must be created and uploaded to the gauge.
- Page 34 A7 UPLOADING SETTINGS TO THE ELCOMETER 215 (cont) After generation, the new Logger Profile Upload Template should be renamed by the user as required. Once named, the user can then: (a) Select the appropriate Logger Setup by clicking on the ‘Select Logger Setup’...
- Page 35 A7 UPLOADING SETTINGS TO THE ELCOMETER 215 (cont) The user will now be asked to select upload items. There are two options to choose from Ÿ Set Gauge Clock : This option allows the user to define the date and time within the gauge, whilst recommended, it is not essential.
- Page 36 Select the gauge to download data from, connected via USB or ® Bluetooth . Select the batches to be downloaded Press ‘Download’ to start transferring the data. The batch data will be downloaded and saved into Excel in the selected file location. en-35 www.elcometer.com...
- Page 37 Downloaded data can be viewed at any time by clicking on the ‘Review Measurements’ tab on the main navigation menu and selecting the appropriate Elcometer 215/2 project. The temperature trace graph is displayed with tabs to view the ‘Cure Progress’, ‘Histogram’ and ‘Product’ information (if available).
- Page 38 To show some but not all of the options on the report, untick as required. Note: ‘Readings’ can be selected to create pages of all the individual measurements however, as an oven run usually consists of hundreds of readings, this is not recommended. en-37 www.elcometer.com...
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