Atlanta BYK byko-cup M User manual

Measure what you see.
byko-cup M
Manual

byko-cup M Manual
Cat. No.: 5415 199 025 440 E 1904
BYK-Gardner GmbH
Lausitzer Str. 8
D-82538 Geretsried
Germany
Tel. 0-800-gardner
(0-800-4273637)
[phone]
Fax [phone]
BYK - Gardner USA
9104 Guilford Road
Columbia, MD 21046
USA
Phone [phone]
301-483-6500
Fax [phone]
301-483-6555
www.byk.com/instruments
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Contents
Table of contents
1. Information ..............................................................................................5
2. System Description..................................................................................7
3. Start-up.....................................................................................................8
4. Operation ...............................................................................................10
5. Maintenance ..........................................................................................14
6. Components / Ordering Guide..............................................................16
7. Technical Data ........................................................................................17

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Information
1. Warning
• The instrument must be securely positioned
and fastened onto a level bench or table
capable of supporting its weight.
DO NOT:
• use the instrument near water
• clean the instrument with solvents (apart
from the indenter and clamping system)
• open the case. There are no user serviceable
parts inside
• attempt to lift the instrument by the handles
or panel clamping mechanism
• expose to; excessive heat or humidity,
aggressive and/or solvent and/or corrosive
substances, flammable substances, excessive
vibration
Defects and Extreme Usage
If safe operation can no longer be presumed,
shut down the unit and secure it against
unintended operation. The unit must be
presumed unsafe to operate if;
• It shows visible damage
• It no longer operates
• It has been stored for long periods under
adverse conditions
• It has received harsh treatment
*This instrument complies with standard EN61010-1 2001 Safety
requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control
and laboratory use
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1. byko-cup M
• Zero plate
• Clamp ring
• Operating handle
• Button
• LCD display
• Base plate
• Magnifying glass
Information
Clamp ring
Operating handle
Base plate
LCD display
Zero plate
Button
Operating handle
Magnifying glass

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System Description
2. System Description
The Cupping Tester was originally designed
to assess the resistance of coatings of paints
varnishes (and related products) to cracking
and/or detachment from the substrate under
different conditions of controlled deformation.
The instrument has since been redesigned and
now includes:
• 10:1 gear box for ease of use
• Double-handed operation
• Integral digital readout
• Zero retention at power-off
• Ergonomic design for ease of use and
viewing of test
• 10x illuminated magnifier
• 20mm range with 0.01mm resolution
• 100-240V power adapter with 5V DC output
via USB cable
The BYK-Gardner byko-cup M provides a means
of carrying out such a test under precisely
controlled conditions, resulting in repeatability
of results.
*The machine meets the requirements specified in: BS 3900 E4, BS EN
ISO 1520, DIN 53166, DIN 53232, JIS K5600-5-2 and JIS B7729.

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3. Start-up
Unpacking:
Carefully open the packaging, remove the
smaller instruments before removing the
instrument itself. Make sure all components in
the component list are included.
Installation:
*Prior to installation, keep in mind that the
instrument must not be exposed to; excessive
heat or humidity, aggressive or corrosive
substances, flammable substances, or excessive
vibration
1. Place the instrument on a firm, hard and
level surface, strong enough to support its
weight without significant vibration with
adequate access to the front and sides.
2. The power adapter is supplied with plugs
for various country requirements. Select the
plug suitable for your requirements. Insert
the power adapter into a suitable receptacle.
power adapter requirements are 100-240
VAC. Using the provided cable. Plug the
micro USB connector into the receptacle on
the rear panel.
3. Position the instrument with the LCD
towards the operator, leaving sufficient
room to operate the two handles without
obstruction.
4. Unfold the two operating handles so they
snap in place.
5. Slide off the battery cover on the magnifying
glass. Insert the four AAA cells into the body
(see battery orientation indicated on the
cover).
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Start-up
6. The magnifier assembly is supplied
separately. Slide the circular shaft through
the clamp plate and tighten the clamping
knob. Slide the shaft of the assembly into
the receptacle on the instrument and tighten
the clamp knob. Adjust to a position for
optimum viewing of the sample.
7. Carefully install the two handles into the
clamping ring. Turn the handles on the
clamping ring counterclockwise to raise
the clamping ring from the clamping
surface. Rotate the operating handles
counterclockwise (as viewed from the right
hand side of the instrument) to lower the
hemispherical Indenter below the clamping
surface.
8. The byko-cup M is now ready for use.

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4. Operation
1. Power on the instrument with the switch
located on the rear panel. Switch on the
magnifier, if required.
2. Rotate the operating handles
counterclockwise (as viewed from the right-
hand side of the instrument) to lower the
hemispherical indenter just below the level
of the bottom clamping ring.
3. Insert the zero plate and rotate the
clamping ring clockwise to securely retain
the plate.
4. Press and hold the button to zero the
instrument’s measurement system (zero
position). The display will show:
Touch Zero Plate!
Then Press Button
Lightly hold one of the operating handles
with two fingers and slowly turn the
handle counterclockwise (as viewed from
the right-hand side of the instrument)
to raise the hemispherical indenter until
a slight resistance is encountered. When
this position is reached, stop turning;
the Indenter is now in contact with the
underside of the test panel. Press the button
once more to zero the instrument. The
display will now show:
Cupping 0.00
Position 0.00
Cupping
The Cupping display indicates indentation
depth in millimeters.
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Operation
Position
The position display indicates the indenter’s
position relative to the zero position.
Loosen the clamping ring by turning
counterclockwise and remove the zero plate.
5. Carefully pass the prepared test panel
(coated side facing upwards) through the
slot (at 90° to the operator) so that the
center of the indenter is at least 35 mm from
the edge of the test panel.
6. Clamp the test panel in position by turning
the handles on the clamping clockwise –
hand force is sufficient.
7. There are two test methods. Choose one of
the two procedures below.
Method A – Pass/Fail
A pre-determined depth of deformation is
applied to the test panel in order to test for
compliance to a specification. The test panel
may or may not fail at the applied depth of
deformation. Having set the zero position,
turn both the handles (clockwise as viewed
from the right-hand side of the instrument)
to raise the indenter to the depth required
as shown on the LCD.
Method B – Failure Point
The depth of test panel deformation is
increased until the first moment cracking
and/or detachment of the coating is
observed; this marks the failure point,
and no further deformation is required.
Observe the deformation with standard
corrected vision or, by agreement, with the

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Operation
use of the magnifying lens. The turn rate
may be reduced slightly (in order to assist
observation) at the first sign of coating
failure. Take the LCD cupping reading at the
first failure point.
*For both methods turn the handle at a constant rate of 0.2
±0.1 mm per second – i.e. at one revolution per second.
8. After completion, unclamp the sample (it
will be necessary to allow the clamp-ring
sufficient room for the indented dome to be
removed).
9. Check for any detached coating on the
instrument and remove these before starting
another test.
10. Turn the handles in a counterclockwise
direction (as viewed from the right-hand
side of the instrument) to lower the
hemispherical indenter until 0.00 or less
is shown on the LCD and then reverse
direction until 0.00 is shown. The byko-cup
M is now set at the zero position and is
ready for the next test.
11. To conform to the standard, repeat the
test on a new coated test panel, to confirm
the previous result. If the results differ
significantly, further testing is required in
order to obtain consistent readings.
12. Record the values, stating whether the
results were obtained using standard
corrected eyesight or by use of the
magnifying glass.

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Operation
13. Continue testing or switch off the
instrument as required. Unplug the power
supply if the instrument is not to be used for
long periods.
Operation Notes:
The instrument will accommodate panels
with a maximum width of 100mm.
Reference to the test method recommends
the use of burnished steel panels with a
width and length of at least 70 mm and
a thickness range of 0.3mm to 1.25mm
(maximum).
Do not exceed the above figures as this may
cause permanent damage to the instrument.
Zero
All measurements are taken from the
zero position (where the indenter is level
with the base of the clamp area). It is not
necessary to re-zero the zero position when
power is switched off and on. However,
large ambient temperature changes will
affect the readings to a small extent, and
it is good practice to regularly re-zero the
instrument.
Power Off
Turn off the power using the switch on the
back panel. The zero position will be stored
during power off.

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Maintenance
5. Maintenance
The frequency of regular maintenance depends
on the degree of use, together with the
thickness of the test panels used –
• Heavy use – every 3 months
• Medium use – every 6 months
• Low use – every 12 months
1. Conduct a functional check to ensure that
the clamp plate is free to rotate, treat the
screw threads sparingly with light grease.
2. Turn the operating handles for complete
travel of the indenter, (nominally 20 mm).
Ensure the movement is smooth and even.
3. Inspect the hemispherical indenter for any
signs of wear, for example, flats on the
surface. Replace if necessary.
4. Check the magnifying glass condition. Clean
if necessary.
5. Inspect the batteries physical condition for
leakage in the magnifying glass. Remove and
replace if necessary.
6. Remove batteries if leakage occurs. Clean the
housing and fit new batteries and re-check
function.
*Remove the batteries from the magnifier if the byko-cup M is not
to be used for prolonged periods.

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Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule
Between tests
Clean the indenter and clamp system as
necessary.
Daily
Check the zero-datum as required.
Yearly
Have the instrument serviced and calibrated
by a trained and qualified service engineer
Cleaning
Do not use solvent to clean the outer
surfaces of the instrument. Use a damp cloth
and mild detergent solution.
The clamp and indenter may be carefully
clean with solvents if removed before
cleaning.
*Do NOT apply a large side-force to the spindle when cleaning it.

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Components/Ordering Guide
6. Components/Ordering Guide
byko-cup M
Cat No. 5415
Complies with:
BS 3900, DIN 53166, DIN 53232, ISO 1520, JIS K
5600-5-2, JIS B 7729
Cat. No. Description
5415 byko-cup M
5416 Zero Plate
5417 Magnifier
5418 Indenter
Service and Spare Parts
For all service and spare parts requirements
please contact either:
BYK-Gardner USA
9104 Guilford Rd
Columbia, MD 21046
USA
800-343-7721
301-483-6500
Or:
BYK-Gardner GmbH
Lausitzer Straße 8
82538 Geretsried
Germany
0-800-4273637
[phone]

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Technical Data
7. Technical Data
byko-cup M
Weight 60 lbs
27.2 kg
Height 19.7 inches
500 mm
Width 15.9 inches
405 mm
Depth 11.0 inches
280 mm
Spherical Punch 0.8 inches
20 mm
Accuracy +0.002 inches Full Range
+0.05 mm Full Range
Full Travel -0.02 – 0.81 inches
-0.5 – 20.5 mm
Gearing 1 revolution of handle moves
punch 0.2 mm under load
Maximum Panel Thickness
Steel
0.06 inches
1.5 mm
Aluminum
0.12 inches
3.0 mm
Temperature - Operating 59° – 95° F
15° – 35° C
Power 5 V DC – 1000 mA

199 025 440 E 1904