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917X Series
Metrology Well
Technical Guide
2005, Rev. 1, 3/11
© 2005 - 2011 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice.
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

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  • Page 1 917X Series Metrology Well Technical Guide 2005, Rev. 1, 3/11 © 2005 - 2011 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 2 Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end-user customers only but have no authority to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Fluke. Warranty support is available only if product is purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet or Buyer has paid the applicable interna- tional price.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Before You Start ...............1 Introduction ....................1 Symbols Used ................... 1 Safety Information ..................2 1.3.1 Warnings ......................2 1.3.2 Cautions ......................4 CE Comments ................... 5 1.4.1 EMC Directive ....................5 1.4.2 Immunity Testing .....................5 1.4.3 Emission Testing .....................6 1.4.4 Low Voltage Directive (Safety) ................6 Authorized Service Centers ..............
  • Page 4 917X Series Metrology Wells Controller operation ..............27 Main Screen .................... 27 Main Menu ....................29 5.2.1 Temp Menu ....................30 5.2.1.1 Set ........................30 5.2.1.2 Preset ........................31 5.2.1.3 Setup ........................32 5.2.1.4 Cutout ........................33 5.2.2 Ref Menu (-R instruments only) ..............34 5.2.2.1...
  • Page 5 7.4.1 Manual readout tests ..................97 7.4.2 Manual heat source calibration ..............99 7.4.3 Hysteresis ....................104 Maintenance .................105 Regular metrology well performance analysis ........105 Troubleshooting ..............107 Troubleshooting ..................107...
  • Page 6 917X Series Metrology Wells Figures Figure 1 Probe connector wiring ..............17 Figure 2 Metrology Well back panel view ............19 Figure 3 Metrology Well front panel view ............21 Figure 4 Metrology Well insert options............. 25 Figure 5 Main screen display ................27 Figure 6 MAIN MENU ..................
  • Page 7 Figure 36 REFERENCE CALIBRATION menu ..........59 Figure 37 PASSWORD SETUP ............... 60 Figure 38 SYSTEM INFO menu ..............61 Figure 39 RS-232 Wiring ................. 67 Figure 40 Flow chart for readout calibration ............ 95 Figure 41 Flow Chart for heat source calibration ..........96...
  • Page 8 917X Series Metrology Wells Tables Table 1 Symbols....................1 Table 2 Metrology Well Specifications ............... 9 Table 3 Built-in Readout Specifications............10 Table 4 Matching Certificate Values to 917X ITS-90 Coefficients ....37 Table 5 Setting Coefficients Rtpw, a8, b8, a4, and b4 ........37 Table 6 Commands by function or group ............

  • Page 9: Before You Start

    1 Before You Start 1.1 Introduction Fluke’s Hart Metrology Wells (9170, 9171, 9172, and 9173) are designed to be stable heat sources that can be used in a laboratory or field environment. With a calibrated display and an optional built-in reference thermometer input (designated with “-R”), Metrology Wells may also be used as a reference standard.

  • Page 10: Safety Information

    917X Series Metrology Wells Safety Information Symbol Description Symbol Description Electric Shock C-TICK Australian EMC mark The European Waste Electrical Fuse and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) mark. OVERVOLTAGE (Installation) CATEGORY II, Pollution Degree 2 per IEC1010-1 refers to the level of Impulse Withstand Voltage protection provided.
  • Page 11 Before You Start Safety Information or has been in a wet environment, take necessary measures to remove moisture prior to applying power such as storage in a low humidity temperature chamber operating at 50°C for 4 hours or more. DO NOT use this instrument for any application other than calibration work. The instrument was designed for temperature calibration.

  • Page 12: Cautions

    917X Series Metrology Wells Safety Information DO NOT turn off the instrument at temperatures higher than 100°C. This could create a hazardous situation. Select a set-point less than 100°C and allow the instrument to cool before turning it off. The high temperatures present in Metrology Wells designed for operation at 300°C and higher may result in fires and severe burns if safety precautions are not observed.

  • Page 13: Ce Comments

    1.4 CE Comments 1.4.1 EMC Directive Fluke’s equipment has been tested to meet the European Electromagnetic Compatibil- ity Directive (EMC Directive, 89/336/EEC). The Declaration of Conformity for your instrument lists the specific standards to which the instrument was tested. The instrument was designed specifically as a test and measuring device. Compliance to the EMC directive is through IEC 61326-1 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –...

  • Page 14: Emission Testing

    Class B equipment. The instrument was not designed to be used in domestic establishments. 1.4.4 Low Voltage Directive (Safety) In order to comply with the European Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC), Fluke’s equipment has been designed to meet the IEC 1010-1 (EN 61010-1) and the IEC 1010-2-010 (EN 61010-2-010) standards. 1.5 Authorized Service Centers...
  • Page 15 Before You Start Authorized Service Centers Beijing 100004, PRC CHINA Phone: +86-10-6-512-3436 Telefax: +86-10-6-512-3437 E-mail: xingye.han@fluke.com.cn Fluke South East Asia Pte Ltd. Fluke ASEAN Regional Office Service Center 60 Alexandra Terrace #03-16 The Comtech (Lobby D) 118502 SINGAPORE Phone: +65-6799-5588 Telefax: +65-6799-5589 E-mail: anthony.ng@fluke.com...

  • Page 17: Specifications And Environmental Conditions

    Specifications and Environmental Conditions Specifications 2 Specifications and Environmental Conditions 2.1 Specifications Table 2 Metrology Well Specifications Specification 9170 9171 9172 9173 Range –45°C to 140°C –30°C to 155°C 35°C to 425°C 50°C to 700°C (–49°F to 284°F) (–22°F to 311°F) (95°F to 797°F) (122°F to 1292°F) Display Accuracy ±0.1°C full range...

  • Page 18: Environmental Conditions

    917X Series Metrology Wells Environmental Conditions Specification 9170 9171 9172 9173 Power 115 V (±10%), 50/60 Hz, 550 W 115 V (±10%), 50/60 Hz, 1025 W 230 V (±10%), 50/60 Hz, 550 W 230 V (±10%), 50/60 Hz, 1025 W System Fuse 115 V: 6.3 A 250 V...
  • Page 19 Specifications and Environmental Conditions Environmental Conditions temperature range: 5-40°C (41-104°F) ● ambient relative humidity: maximum 80% for temperature <31°C, decreasing ● linearly to 50% at 40°C pressure: 75kPa-106kPa ● mains voltage: within ±10% of nominal ● vibrations in the calibration environment should be minimized ●...

  • Page 21: Quick Start

    Quick start Unpacking 3 Quick start 3.1 Unpacking Unpack the instrument carefully and inspect it for any damage that may have occurred during shipment. If there is shipping damage, notify the carrier immediately. Verify that the following components are present: 9170 9170 Metrology Well ●...

  • Page 22: Setup

    Sleeves of various sizes are available from Fluke Calibration. The well must be clear of any foreign objects, dirt and grit before the sleeve is inserted. The sleeve is inserted with the two small tong holes positioned upward.

  • Page 23: System Setup

    Quick start Display 3.3 System Setup Before using the instrument, the parameters in this section need to be setup (Main Menu: SYSTEM|SETUP MENU). 3.4 Display Language Select the preferred language (English, French, or Chinese) using the right/left arrow keys and press “ENTER” to accept the selection. Decimal The decimal of the numbers in the instrument can be either a comma or decimal.

  • Page 24: Setting The Temperature

    917X Series Metrology Wells Setting the Temperature Stability Alarm (STAB ALARM) The audible alarm described in “Stability Limit” is turned on or off using this param- eter. Select either “On” or “Off” using the right/left arrow keys and press “ENTER” to accept the selection.

  • Page 25: Probe Connection

    Quick start Reference Probe (-R models only) 3.6.1 Probe Connection A PRT is the only type of probe that is supported by the reference thermometer input. The PRT (RTD or SPRT) probe connects to the reference thermometer input using a 5-pin DIN connector.
  • Page 26 If no coefficients can be found, contact the manufacturer or vendor of the probe for assistance. If the probe is out of calibration, Fluke Calibration offers calibration services. Contact an Authorized Service Center for assistance on obtaining a calibration for the probe.

  • Page 27: Parts And Controls

    Parts and controls Back panel 4 Parts and controls This section describes the exterior features of the Metrology Well. 4.1 Back panel The following are found on the back of the Metrology Well (see Figure 2 ). Figure 2 Metrology Well back panel view Power Cord Plug (1) The power supply cord attaches to the back panel.

  • Page 28: Front Panel

    917X Series Metrology Wells Front panel Power Switch (2) The power switch is located on the power entry module of the unit at the bottom left of the back panel. Serial Connector (3) The serial connector is a 9-pin subminiature D type located on the back panel. The serial (RS-232) interface can be used to transmit measurements and control the opera- tion of the Metrology Well.

  • Page 29: Figure 3 Metrology Well Front Panel View

    Parts and controls Front panel Block Temperature Indicator (U.S. Patent 7,561,058) (6) The block temperature indicator lamp allows users to know when the block tempera- ture is above 50°C. 9173 METROLOGY WELL 50 °C to 700°C DISPLAY SOFT KEYS °C/°F NUMERIC KEYS MENU REFERENCE...

  • Page 30: Front Panel Display

    917X Series Metrology Wells Front Panel Display 4.3 Front Panel Display The front panel display is shown in detail in Figure 3, on previous page and its fea- tures are described below. Control Focus The most recent block temperature measurement is shown in large digits in the box at the top of the screen.
  • Page 31 Parts and controls Front Panel Buttons Numeric Keys (3) The ten number keys, the decimal point, and +/– keys are used to enter numeric data. ENTER (7) The “ENTER” key is used to enter a new parameter value or option or as a shortcut key to the set-point menu while viewing the main screen.

  • Page 32: Accessories

    917X Series Metrology Wells Accessories NOTE: Parameter entry will abort if the up or down arrow key is pressed before “ENTER”. Therefore, the up or down arrow keys can be used to cancel a parameter change. Left/Right (4 5) Arrows (11)

  • Page 33: Figure 4 Metrology Well Insert Options

    Parts and controls Accessories 9172-INSZ, Insert, Blank, 9172 ● 9173-INSA, Insert, A, 9173, miscellaneous holes ● 9173-INSB, Insert, B, 9173, comparison holes ● 9173-INSC, Insert, C, 9173, four 0.25 inch holes ● 9173-INSD, Insert, D, 9173, metric miscellaneous holes ● 9173-INSE, Insert, E, 9173, metric, 0.25 inch reference, miscellaneous holes ●...

  • Page 35: Controller Operation

    Controller operation Main Screen 5 Controller operation This chapter discusses in detail how to operate the Metrology Well temperature con- troller or reference thermometer using the front control panel. Using the front panel keys and liquid crystal display (LCD) the user may monitor the well temperature, set the temperature set-point in °C or °F, monitor the heater output power, set the cutout set-point, set the operating parameters, and configure the communication interface.
  • Page 36 917X Series Metrology Wells Main Screen HEATING, COOLING, CUTOUT This shows the status of heating or cooling or the cutout when activated. The gauge be- low indicates the relative heating or cooling power. CONTROL - SETP (Set-point) This is the current set-point.

  • Page 37: Main Menu

    Controller operation Main Menu SWITCH - TEST This shows the active switch test number or off is the test is stopped. SWITCH – CYCL (Cycle) This shows the current test cycle or off is the test is stopped. SWITCH – CLOS (Close) This shows the control temperature at which the switch last closed during the test.

  • Page 38: Temp Menu

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu 5.2.1 Temp Menu Figure 7 TEMPERATURE MENU The Temp Menu (TEMPERATURE MENU) contains all Metrology Well functions related to temperature setup. 5.2.1.1 Figure 8 CONTROL SETPOINT menu The Set (CONTROL SETPOINT) menu allows the user to change the set-point, en- able or disable active heating or cooling, and specify the heating or cooling rate of the instrument.

  • Page 39: Preset

    Controller operation Main Menu SETPOINT The Setpoint (Set-point) parameter can be set to any value within the range and with resolution as given in the specifications. Be careful not to exceed the safe upper tem- perature limit of any device inserted into the well. The soft cutout should be properly adjusted to help prevent this occurrence.

  • Page 40: Setup

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu The Preset (SELECT POINT) menu allows the user to quickly recall and conveniently change the instrument to a previously programmed set-point. The arrow keys can be used to select a preset point. The numeric keys 1–8 may be used to quickly select a set-point.

  • Page 41: Cutout

    Controller operation Main Menu 5.2.1.4 Cutout Figure 11 CUTOUT SETTINGS menu The Cutout (CUTOUT SETTINGS) menu allows the user to set the cutout temperature and to reset the cutout from the display. The cutout temperature is programmable by the operator from the front panel of the controller. As a protection against software or hardware fault or user error, the calibrator is equipped with the adjustable cutout de- vice that shuts off power to the heat source if the well temperature exceeds a set value.

  • Page 42: Ref Menu (-R Instruments Only)

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu RESET CUTOUT If the Metrology Well exceeds the temperature set in the soft cutout menu or if it exceeds the maximum operating temperature of the instrument, a cutout condition occurs. If this happens, the instrument enters cutout mode and will not actively heat or cool until the user accesses this parameter and selects “Yes”.

  • Page 43: Select

    Controller operation Main Menu 5.2.2.1 Select Figure 13 PROBE SELECT menu The Select menu (PROBE SELECT) allows the user to select and enable the probe that will be used as the reference probe. Parameters for two probes can be stored in the instrument.

  • Page 44: Setup

    If the probe requires calibration, contact an Autho- rized Service Center to inquire about calibration services offered by Fluke Calibration. While editing the reference probe serial number, there are two soft keys, BACK and DONE.

  • Page 45: Table 4 Matching Certificate Values To 917X Its-90 Coefficients

    Controller operation Main Menu The following table shows which parameter to set for each of the coefficients that may appear on the certificate. The example that follows demonstrates how to set the ITS-90 parameters for certain cases. NOTE: If the certificate has two sets of coefficients, one set for “zero-power” calibration and one set for 1 mA calibration, use the coefficients for the 1 mA calibration.

  • Page 46: Test

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu 43760 or ASTM E1137 sensors, the coefficients for R0, ALPHA, DELTA, and BETA are 100.0, 0.00385055, 1.499786, and 0.10863 respectively. Some probes may be provided with A, B, and C coefficients for the Callendar-Van Dusen equation in the following form: ...

  • Page 47: Focus (-R Instruments Only)

    Controller operation Main Menu RESISTANCE The test resistance of the sensor should be entered in the RESISTANCE parameter. TEMPERATURE (view only) The TEMPERATURE parameter is the calculated temperature of the current probe based on the resistance set in the resistance parameter. This parameter is for display only and cannot be changed.

  • Page 48: Prog Menu

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu 5.2.3 Prog Menu Figure 17 PROGRAM MENU The Prog Menu (PROGRAM MENU) allows the user to access the ramp and soak feature. This feature automatically cycles the Metrology Well between temperatures while holding at each temperature for the length of time set by the user.

  • Page 49: Setup

    Controller operation Main Menu 5.2.3.2 Setup Figure 19 PROGRAM SETUP menu The Setup (PROGRAM SETUP) menu allows specific settings to be set up and stored for each program (1-4). If desired, each program can have unique settings. PROGRAM The PROGRAM parameter is used to set up a program. Select the proper program number and press “ENTER”.

  • Page 50: Run

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu POINTS The POINTS parameter is the number of set-points defined for a given program. The number of set-points for each program can be set from 1 to 8 and vary depending on the needs of the user. Set the maximum number of set-points needed for the program selected.

  • Page 51: Switch Menu

    Controller operation Main Menu To stop a program, use the right or left arrow keys to select “Stop” and press “EN- TER”. The program stops until the user continues or restarts the program. To continue a previously stopped program, use the right or left arrow keys to select “Cont”...

  • Page 52: Figure 22 Switch Test Select Menu

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu 5.2.3.4.1 Select Figure 22 SWITCH TEST SELECT menu The Select (SWITCH TEST SELECT) menu allows the user to select one of four test setups. Once the desired test number is selected, press “ENTER” to accept the selection.
  • Page 53 Controller operation Main Menu TEST The TEST parameter requires the user to select the test to be programmed. Select one of the four tests to configure and press “ENTER”. LOW TEMP The LOW TEMP parameter is the temperature at which the Metrology Well heats or cools, in order to begin testing if the test is just starting or the temperature at which the instrument begins to heat to start a cycle.

  • Page 54: Figure 24 Switch Test Run Menu

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu 5.2.3.4.3 Figure 24 SWITCH TEST RUN menu The Run (SWITCH TEST RUN) menu allows the user to start and stop switch tests. ACTION The current test can be started or stopped from a previous state using the ACTION parameter.

  • Page 55: Figure 25 Switch Test Results Menu

    Controller operation Main Menu 5.2.3.4.4 View (view only) Figure 25 SWITCH TEST RESULTS menu The View (SWITCH TEST RESULTS) menu allows the user to view the results of the last cycle of a switch test. TEST The TEST parameter displays the number of the selected test. CLOSE The CLOSE parameter displays the temperature at which the switch closed.
  • Page 56 917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu Example: A thermal switch opens and closes at about 100 °C, but the accuracy, repeatability, and dead band of the switch need to be verified. The Switch program feature (described in preceding sections) can be used to test the switch. Test results are shown on the main screen during and after the test.

  • Page 57: System Menu

    Controller operation Main Menu 5. Return to the main screen to view the results of the current test by pressing and holding the “EXIT” key (CLOS = switch close temperature, OPEN = switch open temperature) or at MAIN|PROG MENU|SWITCH MENU|VIEW (CLOSE = switch close temperature, OPEN = switch open temperature, BAND = difference between open and close temperature).

  • Page 58: Setup Menu

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu 5.2.4.1 Setup menu Figure 27 SETUP MENU The SETUP MENU contains submenus that insure the proper operation of the instru- ment. System settings should only be adjusted by qualified and trained personnel. 5.2.4.1.1 Disp Figure 28 DISPLAY SETTINGS menu The Disp (DISPLAY SETTINGS) menu allows the user to change the display lan- guage and decimal separator.

  • Page 59: Figure 29 Measurement Settings Menu

    Controller operation Main Menu preferred language and press “ENTER” to accept the selection. The user needs to exit from the DISP menu window in order for the change in language selection to take affect. NOTE: If the wrong language is selected, return to the Main Screen by holding EXIT for a few seconds.

  • Page 60: Figure 30 Operation Settings Menu

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu within the stability limit, the stability parameter on the main screen remains high- lighted once the instrument is within the given specification, otherwise the parameter is not be highlighted. The audible, if enabled, alerts the user once per set-point when the instrument achieves the set stability limit.

  • Page 61: Figure 31 Communication Setup Menu

    Controller operation Main Menu NOTE: The Low setting is quieter, but decreases scan rate, reduces low temperature performance and may prevent the instrument from fully meeting all specifications. The Medium setting falls in the middle of Auto and Low. The Medium setting does not allow the fan to operate at its fast speed, but does allow it to operate at slower speed when applicable.

  • Page 62: Cal Menu

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu default setting is on. The line feed parameter can be turned on or off as needed by the user. ECHO The ECHO parameter mode may be set to “On” or “Off”. With echo “On”, any com- mands received by the thermometer via the serial interface are immediately echoed or transmitted back to the device of origin.

  • Page 63: Figure 33 Setup Controller Menu

    Controller operation Main Menu CAUTION: Calibration parameters must be correct for the instrument to function properly. The Cal Menu (CALIBRATION MENU) is used to access controller parameters and the reference thermometer calibration parameters. Access to the controller and reference thermometer calibration parameters is protected by a password. Calibration parameters are programmed at the factory when the instrument is calibrated.

  • Page 64: Figure 34 Sensor Settings Menu

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu TEMP INT The TEMP INT parameter is the main zone integral, which is the integration time in seconds that the instrument’s PID controller uses for main zone control. TEMP DER The TEMP DER parameter is the main zone derivative, which is the derivative time in seconds that the instrument’s PID controller uses for main zone control.
  • Page 65 Controller operation Main Menu TEMP 1 The TEMP 1 parameter is the offset in °C for the display accuracy at the 1st calibra- tion point. TEMP 2 The TEMP 2 parameter is the offset in °C for the display accuracy at the 2nd calibra- tion point.

  • Page 66: Figure 35 Cutout Calibration Menu

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu 5.2.4.2.3 Figure 35 CUTOUT CALIBRATION menu The Cut (CUTOUT CALIBRATION) menu is for specifying the soft cutout limit and whether or not the soft cutout is “On” or “Off”. CUTOUT LIMIT The CUTOUT LIMIT parameter is the cutout temperature in °C.

  • Page 67: Figure 36 Reference Calibration Menu

    Controller operation Main Menu 5.2.4.2.4 Figure 36 REFERENCE CALIBRATION menu The Ref (REFERENCE CALIBRATION) menu contains the calibration parameters for the reference thermometer. REF 1 The REF 1 parameter is the first calibration point for the reference resistance. REF 2 The REF 2 parameter is the second calibration point for the reference resistance.

  • Page 68: Pass

    917X Series Metrology Wells Main Menu 5.2.4.3 Pass Figure 37 PASSWORD SETUP The Pass (PASSWORD SETUP) menu is used to set the system password or enable or disable protection of certain groups of system parameters. If a user enters the wrong password, a message will display on the screen that indi- cates the wrong password has been entered.

  • Page 69: Info (View Only)

    Controller operation Main Menu REF PROT The REF PROT parameter is used to enable or disable password protection for the reference menu. PROG PROT The PROG PROT parameter is used to enable or disable password protection for the program menu. SYSTEM PROT The SYSTEM PROT parameter is used to enable or disable password protection for the system menu.

  • Page 70: Menu Structure

    917X Series Metrology Wells Menu Structure 5.3 Menu Structure Key/Function Notes ENTER Key SET POINT Set the operating set-point CONT ENABLE Enable/Disable activate heating/cooling of the instrument SCAN RATE Set the desired scan rate EXIT Key CUTOUT RESET CUTOUT Set the soft cutout...
  • Page 71 Controller operation Menu Structure Key/Function Notes SERIAL RTPW COEF A COEF B COEF C COEF A4 COEF B4 Callendar Van Dusen coefficients SERIAL ALPHA DELTA BETA Set unit to display the resistance of the reference probe SERIAL TEST (Probe Test) SELECT Probe 1, Probe 2 RESISTANCE...
  • Page 72 917X Series Metrology Wells Menu Structure Key/Function Notes 1–4 SETUP (Switch Test Setup) TEST 1–4 LOW TEMP HIGH TEMP APPROACH RAMP RATE CYCLES RUN (Switch Test Run) ACTION Run, Stop TEST (view only) STATUS (view only) Displays TEST status of “On” or “Off”...
  • Page 73 Controller operation Menu Structure Key/Function Notes PRINT On, Off CAL MENU (Calibration Menu) CONT (Setup Controller) Password protected menu TEMP PBAND TEMP INT TEMP DER GRAD PBAND GRAD INT SENSOR (Sensor Settings) Password protected menu TEMP 1 (XXX.X) TEMP 2 (XXX.X) TEMP 3 (XXX.X) GRAD 1 (XXX.X) GRAD 2 (XXX.X)

  • Page 75: Digital Communication Interface

    Digital communication interface Wiring 6 Digital communication interface The Metrology Well is capable of communicating with and being controlled by other equipment through the RS-232 digital interface. With a digital interface the instrument may be connected to a computer or other equip- ment.

  • Page 76: Setup

    6.1.1 Setup Before operation the serial interface must first be set up by programming the BAUD rate and other configuration parameters. These parameters are programmed within the com- munications menu. The serial interface parameters can be accessed from the main menu by MENU|SYSTEM MENU|SETUP MENU|COMM.

  • Page 77: Commands By Function Or Group

    Digital communication interface Commands by Function or Group 6.3 Commands by Function or Group In this section, the commands are arranged into the following groups: Calibration Commands – commands for Metrology Well calibration parameters. Main Screen Commands – commands for parameters displayed on the main screen. Program Commands –...
  • Page 78 917X Series Metrology Wells Commands by Function or Group Password Screen Protection Parameter Command Group Read/Write SOAK PROG:NUMB PSO SWIT INP:SWIT:CLOS TRIP INP:SWIT:TEMP Main Screen - Upper C/F view UNIT:TEMP none CONTROL SOUR[1]:SENS:DAT [TEMP] TEMP. REF TEMP. READ, MEAS, FETC...
  • Page 79 Digital communication interface Commands by Function or Group Password Screen Protection Parameter Command Group Read/Write Setup - Measure STAB LIMIT SOUR[1]:STAB:LIM STAB ALARM SOUR[1]:STAB:BEEP Setup - Operation FAN MODE SYST:FAN Switch - Run TEST ACTION PROG:STAT Switch - Select SELECT TEST PROG:NAME Switch - Setup SELECT TEST...

  • Page 80: Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing

    917X Series Metrology Wells Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing 6.4 Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing Each command description provides the structure (long and short format), a descrip- tion of the command purpose, a command example, an example of what the command returns (as applicable to query commands), and notes specific to the command. The following apply to each group of commands: Numeric data, specified by the mnemonic, <num>, uses ASCII characters to...
  • Page 81 Digital communication interface Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing <month> indicates a one or two digit number is required. ● <day> indicates a one or two digit number is required. ● <hour> indicates a one or two digit number is required. ●...
  • Page 82 917X Series Metrology Wells Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing CALC:CONV:NAME[?] [CVD|ITS] NOTE: Depending on group password setting, this command is conditionally protected. Read or set the reference probe type Read Example: CALC:CONV:NAME? Response: CVD Set Example: CALC:CONV:NAME I90 This command is password protected via group 3(Reference Protection).
  • Page 83 Digital communication interface Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing Parameters for two probes can be stored in the instrument. This command selects the probe number. CALC:CONV:SNUM[?] [n] Read or set reference probe serial number. Read Example: CALC:CONV:SNUM? Response: 1234 Set Example: CALC:CONV:SNUM 1560D This command allows the user to enter a reference probe serial number.
  • Page 84 917X Series Metrology Wells Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing This command returns the temperature when the switch changed state. The units of the temperature returned is determined by the units on the display. OUTP:SLAV:RAT[?] [n] NOTE: This command is unconditionally protected, which requires a password to set it.
  • Page 85 Digital communication interface Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing Response: 12.0 This command returns the current gradient zone heater duty cycle. PROG:DAT? Read the results of the most recent switch program execution. Example: PROG:DAT? Response: 80.0000, 100.0000, 20.0000 This command returns the closed, open, and band temperatures for the last switch test cycle.
  • Page 86 917X Series Metrology Wells Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing In the above, example the sequence program set-point 1 is returned. If PROG:NUMB PPO? is entered, the return value is the current set-point number of the sequence program. PSO refers to the amount of time the program soaks at the given set point when stable.
  • Page 87 Digital communication interface Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing SENS:DAT? Read the reference input resistance Example: SENS:DAT? Response: 199.9366 This command returns the resistance in ohms of the reference probe. SENS:STAT? Read or set the reference probe enable state off (0) or on (1). Read Example: SENS:STAT? Response: 1 Set Example: SENS:STAT 1...
  • Page 88 917X Series Metrology Wells Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing SOUR[1]:LCON:PBAN[?] [n] NOTE: This command is unconditionally protected and requires a password to set it. Read or set the main control loop proportional band, °C Read Example: SOUR1:LCON:PBAN? Response: 1.5 Set Example: SOUR1:LCON:PBAN 7 The main zone proportional band is the gain in °C that the unit’s proportional-integral-...
  • Page 89 Digital communication interface Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing Read Example: SOUR:PROT? MAX Response: 200 Set Example: SOUR:PROT 200 Returns the maximum calibrated cutout temperature. SOUR[1]:PROT:CLE Reset the temperature cutout Example: SOUR:PROT:CLE This command has no response. If the Metrology Well exceeds the temperature set in the soft cutout menu (or when using the command SOUR:PROT) or if it exceeds the maximum operating tempera- ture of the instrument, a cutout condition occurs.
  • Page 90 917X Series Metrology Wells Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing A value of 0 is returned if the cutout set point has not been reached. Otherwise a value of 1 is returned and the cutout set point has been reached. SOUR[1]:RATE? Read the control temperature rate of change, °C or °F per minute...
  • Page 91 Digital communication interface Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing SOUR[1]:SLEW[?] [n] NOTE: Depending on group password setting, this command is conditionally protected. Read or set the control set-point slew rate, °C/F per minute Read Example: SOUR:SLEW? Response: 500 Set Example: SOUR:SLEW 100 This command is password protected via group 1(Set Point protection).
  • Page 92 917X Series Metrology Wells Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing Example: SOUR:STAB:DAT? Response: 0.306 The controller stability is returned. SOUR[1]:STAB:LIM[?] [n] NOTE: Depending on group password setting, this command is conditionally protected. Read or set the control temperature stability limit, °C or °F Read Example: SOUR:STAB:LIM? Response: 0.005...
  • Page 93 Digital communication interface Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing SOUR2:LCON:PBAN[?] [n] NOTE: This command is unconditionally protected and requires a password to set it. Read or set the gradient temperature control loop proportional band, °C Read Example: SOUR2:LCON:PBAN? Response: 5.0 Set Example: SOUR2:LCON:PBAN 10 The gradient proportional band is the gain in °C that the unit’s PID controller uses for gradient control.
  • Page 94 917X Series Metrology Wells Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing SYST:COMM:SER:FDUP[?] [0|1] Read or set serial interface echo enable, on (1) or off (0) Read Example: SYST:COMM:SER:FDUP? Response: 0 Set Example: SYST:COMM:SER:FDUP 1 This command enables or disables echo. SYST:COMM:SER:FEED[?] [0|1]...
  • Page 95 Digital communication interface Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing A response of 0 implies that a period will be used for a decimal. Otherwise, a comma will be used as the decimal. SYST:ERR? Read the errors from the error queue Example: SYST:ERR? Response: command protected This command response reports the errors in the error queue.

  • Page 96: Non-Scpi Process Commands

    917X Series Metrology Wells Non-SCPI Process Commands SYST:PASS:GROU[n][?] [0|1] NOTE: This command is unconditionally protected, which requires a password to set it. Read or set a command group protection (off (0), on (1), n=1, 2, 3, 4 or 5) Read Example: SYST:PASS:GROU1?

  • Page 97: Non-Scpi Command By Function Or Group

    Digital communication interface Non-SCPI Command by Function or Group data. These commands are not password protected. The associated SCPI command is referenced where appropriate. 6.6 Non-SCPI Command by Function or Group SCREEN PASSWORD PARAMETER COMMAND PROTECTION READ/WRITE Setup - Communication DUPLEX None LINEFEED None SAMPLE RATE None Temperature Settings HIGH LIMIT None...
  • Page 98 917X Series Metrology Wells Non-SCPI Command by Function or Group lf [n] Read or set the serial interface linefeed enable, where “n” is a value 1 or 0. [0] = LF OFF, [1] = LF ON. The default setting is Off. (Off and on may be used in place of 0 and 1 respectively).
  • Page 99 Digital communication interface Non-SCPI Command by Function or Group u[n] Read or Set the display temperature units, where “n” is a character “C” of “F”. Default: C If “n” is left blank, the command will be treated as a query. This query responds with the command string “u”...

  • Page 101: Calibration Of Your Metrology Well

    NOTE: Do not use an aluminum insert in the hot Metrology Wells (9172 or 9173). In the 9172, the insert will become stuck. In the 9173, there is a potential to melt the insert. Inserts purchased from Fluke are engraved with the corresponding model.

  • Page 102: Table 7 Test Equipment Specifications

    917X Series Metrology Wells Calibration Equipment Fundamentals Table 7 Test equipment specifications CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM USE SPECIFICATIONS Test Insert (Sleeve) Two ¼” holes, one 40 mm shorter (Fluke Model Numbers 9170-INST, 9171-INST, 9172-INST, or 9173-INST) Primary Reference Readout 20 ppm Probe 0.008°C @ 0°C Secondary Reference Readout...

  • Page 103: Figure 40 Flow Chart For Readout Calibration

    Calibration of your Metrology Well Fundamentals 917x Metrology Well Calibration Process Readout Calibration Refer to: For Specifications: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Refer to the Specification Section of the User's Guide Has Ext. Reference Heat Go to Heat Source (Readout) option? Source Calibration Take Readout As Found Data Refer to:...

  • Page 104: Figure 41 Flow Chart For Heat Source Calibration

    917X Series Metrology Wells Fundamentals 917x Metrology Well Calibration Process Readout Heat Source Calibration Calibration Refer to: Preparation for Heat Source Calibration Record Calibration Parameters Take As Found Data for Vertical Gradient Take As Found Data for Accuracy Perform Vertical...

  • Page 105: Procedure

    Calibration of your Metrology Well Procedure 7.4 Procedure 7.4.1 Manual readout tests NOTE: Collect As Left data after Adjustment using Table 9, One-year accuracy specifications, on this page, limits of error. NOTE: Repeat the same steps below for each resistance. Collect the data and make the adjustments in the order listed.

  • Page 106: Table 11 Required Order For Adjustment Parameter

    917X Series Metrology Wells Procedure 2. Manual Adjustment NOTE: Repeat the same steps for each resistance. Do the adjustments in the order listed. Table 11 Required order for adjustment parameter Adjustment Resistance Parameter REF1 0Ω REF2 100Ω REF3 400Ω NOTE: Access to the calibration parameters needs to be enabled using the Serial Command SYST:PASS:CEN followed by a space and the correct password.

  • Page 107: Manual Heat Source Calibration

    Calibration of your Metrology Well Procedure REF 1 as needed. e. Repeat for the other resistors as noted in Table 11. f. Verify the accuracy by performing Manual Resistance Certification, using Table 9, One-year accuracy specifications, on page 97, limits of error.

  • Page 108: Table 13 Axial Gradient As Found/As Left Specifications

    917X Series Metrology Wells Procedure vii. Take the average difference between the two PRT (∆T) for 2 minutes. viii. Record the average. ix. Repeat Steps v – viii for the second set-point (High temperature set-point) Repeat Steps v - viii for the third set-point (High temperature set-...
  • Page 109 Calibration of your Metrology Well Procedure Table 14 Heat source as found data/as left data specifications Spec (± Model Set-Point Soak Time °C) Guard Band (%) 2σ Spec (°C) 9170 –45 30 min 0.100 0.008 (Descending –35 Order) 9171 –30 30 min 0.100 0.008...
  • Page 110 917X Series Metrology Wells Procedure vi. Allow the unit to stabilize (approximately 30 min). vii. Take the average difference between the two PRTs (∆T) for 2 minutes. viii. Store the “New Gradient Value” using serial command SOUR2:SENS:CAL:PAR1 Where, New Gradient Value = Previous Gradient Value – (T –...

  • Page 111: Table 15 As Left Axial Alignment Specs

    Calibration of your Metrology Well Procedure viii. Record data. ix. Repeat steps v–viii at the second set-point (High temperature set- point) as indicated in Table 15. Record data. xi. Repeat Steps v–viii at the third set-point (High temperature set- point) as indicated in Table 15. xii.

  • Page 112: Hysteresis

    917X Series Metrology Wells Procedure NOTE: To calculate the bias offset, simply subtract the reference temperature from the set-point and enter the difference, i.e. set-point = 30°C, actual temperature = 30.6°C. – T = Offset Thus, 30°C – 30.6°C = -0.6°C offset...

  • Page 113: Maintenance

    Before using any cleaning or decontamination method, other than those ● recommended by Fluke, users should check with an Authorized Service Center to insure the proposed method will not damage the equipment. If the instrument is used in a manner not in accordance with the equipment ●...
  • Page 114 917X Series Metrology Wells Regular metrology well performance analysis Accuracy drift The display temperature of the Metrology Well will drift over time. This is due to a variety of factors affecting the temperature control PRT. Any PRT is subject to changes depending on how it is used and the environment it is used in.

  • Page 115: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 9 Troubleshooting This section contains information on troubleshooting. In the event that the Metrology Well appears to function abnormally, this section may help to find and solve the problem. Several possible problem conditions are described along with likely causes and solutions. If a problem arises, please read this section carefully and attempt to understand and solve the problem.

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