AvionTEq Staveley NORTEC 2000D User manual

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Staveley Instruments
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Kennewick, Washington 99336
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
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Nortec®2000 Dual Eddyscope
Operation Manual
Staveley P/N #7720064
Rev. 6
March 2005
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Nortec and Sonic are registered trademarks of Staveley Instruments, Inc., in the United States.
This manual may not be copied in whole or in any portion by any means without the express written consent of Staveley Instruments, Inc.
The material in this manual is for informational purposes and is subject to change without notice.
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defect in this documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
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This statement covers new instruments, electromechanical devices, probes, transducers, and supplies manufactured
and sold by Staveley NDT Technologies (hereinafter referred to as SNDT) to an end user in consideration of the
purchase price paid.
Inspection
Upon receipt of the equipment, it should be examined immediately for any evidence of hidden or external damage.
Damage should be promptly reported to the carrier making delivery, as the carrier is normally liable for such damage.
All documentation, waybills, and packing materials should be retained in order to establish claims. Please advise
SNDT at the nearest service center listed in this manual after notifying the carrier of shipping damage so we may
assist in damage claims and supply replacement equipment, if necessary.
Limited Warranty
SNDT warrants its instruments to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from
the date of shipment, under conditions of normal use and service.
SNDT warrants its electromechanical devices to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 90
days from the date of shipment under conditions of normal use and service.
SNDT warrants unused eddy current probes to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of
the probe.
SNDT warrants unused ultrasonic transducers to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 90
days from the date of shipment.
Batteries, cables and other wear-out items are excluded from this warranty.
Specifically excluded from this warranty is equipment that becomes defective due to: a) normal wear, b) damage
resulting from accident, misuse, corrosion, abuse, or negligence, and c) attempts to modify, repair, or perform internal
adjustments by parties other than authorized SNDT service personnel.
SNDT reserves the right to charge on a time and material basis for repairs that are necessitated by a, b, and c above.
Seals may be applied in critical locations on the equipment to protect the integrity of factory calibration and QA
acceptance. The “tamper-proof” design of these seals renders them fragile, so care should be taken not to break or
remove these, as this will void the warranty.
If any of the above items should prove defective within the warranty period, SNDT will, at its option, repair or replace
them without charge, FOB the nearest SNDT Service Center. Our policy is to accept only prepaid shipments to our
authorized service centers. Repair at customer facilities will be quoted as requested.
All instrument outputs have protection against short circuits. However, the protection cannot be 100% guaranteed.
SNDT is not responsible for damage to the instrument caused by:
• Shorted Cables
• High Frequency “tuned” transducers with the pulser set to a wide pulse width and receiver set to a low frequency
SNDT also does not recommend the use of transducers with an impedance of less than 25
ΩΩ
ΩΩ
Ω .
SNDT makes no other warranty of any kind whatsoever and there are no implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose.
Any problems identified with system software will be evaluated for criticality based on product specification, as stated
in the manual, and the product’s ability to accomplish standard non-destructive testing functions. Problems related to
non-test features or applications inappropriate with the design of the product may not be covered by this warranty.
SNDT shall not be liable for any failure of the equipment or equipment operators to discover defects in components
being tested with such equipment or for any consequential damages arising from the purchase or use of the equipment.
In no event shall damages for breach of warranty exceed the purchase price paid to SNDT hereunder.
SNDT reserves the right to modify or change the specifications of its products without notice and without incurring any
responsibility for modifying previously manufactured products.
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Calibration intervals should be established to ensure this equipment remains in tolerance during the entire
operationalperiod.
Asamanufacturerofthisnondestructivetest(NDT)equipment,wecannotmakegeneralrecommendations
sincewehavenodetailedknowledge oftheend useorof theenvironmentalconditionsin which theequipment
is being used. This equipment can be operated in sterile lab conditions, or harsh, rugged, outside
environments.
MIL-STD-45662A(obsolete) Section 5.4 andANSI/NCSL Z540-1-1994 Section 18.4 allow the end user to
establish calibration intervals based on their application and conditions. Included in the rationale should be
the environment in which the equipment is used, historical data, handling and storage considerations, and
any other factor that may influence the calibration.
Initial Calibration Certificates issued by Staveley Instruments are for a 12-month period. On follow-on
calibrations performed by Staveley Instruments, the intervals are set per customer request as required by
their calibration and quality requirements (which are based on their applications). Typical examples range
from 3-month intervals up to 12 months.
Staveley Instruments recommends that this test equipment be calibrated and certified to
manufacturer’s specification at a minimum of 12 months.
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If your instrument is in need of service, either under warranty or after your warranty period has expired,
pleasecontactthe Staveley service centernearestyoupriortoreturning the instrument. This will ensure that
the instrument is repaired and returned to you as quickly as possible. If a return of this instrument is neces-
sary, use of the original container is recommended for best shipping protection.
For priority service, the following telephone number will put you in touch with the service center best ca-
pable of meeting your requirements: [phone].
Staveley NDT Technologies, Inc
Authorized Service Centers
Kennewick Technical Center
421 N. Quay Street
Kennewick, WA 99336
[phone]
[phone] (fax)
E-Mail:[e-mail]
Returning Instruments for Service
Cincinnati Technical Center
1329 E. Kemper Road
Bldg. 400, Suite 4222
Cincinnati, OH 45246
[phone]
[phone] (fax)
Southwest Technical Center
16903 Buccaneer Lane
Suite 110
Houston, TX 77058
[phone]
[phone] (fax)
IMPORTANT!
StaveleyInstrumentsrecommends that a hardcopy or electronic backupofstoredprogramsbemain-
tained by the customer. It is especially crucial to make a backup of stored programs before returning
the instrument for any type of service as information stored in memory may be cleared during the
servicing process.
This instrument is a microprocessor-based product. In the event of a system lockup or other display
problem, turn the instrument off, then back on to reinitialize the current parameters. If the problem
persists, initiate a power-on reset to clear the instrument and reset all system parameters back to
default.
European Technical Centre
3A Marston House
Cromwell Park
Chipping Norton
Oxfordshire OX7 5SR
United Kingdom
[phone]
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WARNING
Any changes or modifications to this instrument, or
use of unauthorized accessories not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance,
could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment in countries that require compliance with
the EMC directive.
This instrument and its accessories have been tested in
accordance with EN55011, and have met the limits specified in
EN50081-1 Class “A” and EN50082-1, as required by the EMC
directive 89/336/EEC.
This Nortec® 2000D instrument with a functioning charger has
performance characteristic “C” indicated for the Electrostatic
DischargeTest(IEC801-2) andthe FastTransientsTest(IEC801-
4).
Generic Immunity Standard —
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CAUTION
Operators must receive adequate training before using this non-destructive testing
(NDT) equipment. Operators must be trained in general NDT procedures and in the
specific requirements for a particular test. Operators must also consult this manual
for proper operation of this equipment prior to use.
Tests utilizing this instrument should be created and supervised by qualified NDT
personnel. Setups outside the ranges of those recommended in this manual or other
approved NDT text may not yield reliable results.
More specific information regarding operator training, qualification and certification
is available from various government agencies, industry groups, and technical
societies.

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Table of Contents
1.0 Nortec®2000D Preparation for Operation....................................................................... 1
1.1 Unpacking the Nortec® 2000D ......................................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Nortec®2000D/D+ Optional Accessories ........................................................................................................ 2
1.3 Initial Inspection Checklist ............................................................................................................................... 3
1.4 Power Requirements ....................................................................................................................................... 4
1.5 Ni-MH Battery Characteristics ......................................................................................................................... 6
1.6 Li-Ion Battery Pack Characteristics
1.7 Charging the Ni-MH/Li-Ion Battery Pack ......................................................................................................... 7
1.7.1 UBC Specifications .............................................................................................................................. 7
1.7.2 Charger Status Indicators .................................................................................................................... 7
1.7.3 Charger Operation Instructions ........................................................................................................... 8
1.7.4 Battery Safety ...................................................................................................................................... 8
1.7.5 Battery Characteristics ........................................................................................................................ 9
1.7.6 UBC Spare Parts ................................................................................................................................. 9
1.8 Operating Environment.................................................................................................................................... 10
2.0 Nortec®2000D Technical Data ......................................................................................... 11
2.1 Nortec®2000D Technical Specifications ............................................................................................. 12
Basic Performance .......................................................................................................................... 12
Basic Performance (cont’d) ............................................................................................................. 13
Inputs / Outputs ............................................................................................................................... 14
Additional Features.......................................................................................................................... 14
General ............................................................................................................................................ 15
3.0 Nortec®2000D Control Descriptions............................................................................... 17
Instrument Controls ......................................................................................................................................... 18
3.1 Power Button ................................................................................................................................................... 19
3.2 Soft Keys.......................................................................................................................................................... 19
3.3 INC/DEC Arrow Keys ....................................................................................................................................... 19
3.4 LCD/EL Display................................................................................................................................................ 19
3.4.1 EL Hi-Brite Display............................................................................................................................... 21
3.5 SmartKnob™ ................................................................................................................................................... 22
3.6 Immediate Execution Keys .............................................................................................................................. 22
3.7 Function Keys .................................................................................................................................................. 22
3.7.1 Menu Tree .......................................................................................................................................... 24
3.8 Basic Functions ............................................................................................................................................... 25
3.9 Alarm Operation............................................................................................................................................... 29
3.9.1 Box Alarm............................................................................................................................................ 30
3.9.2 Polar Alarm .......................................................................................................................................... 31
3.9.3 Sweep Alarm ........................................................................................................................................ 32
3.10 Dual Frequency Mode...................................................................................................................................... 34
3.11 Program Storage.............................................................................................................................................. 37
3.12 Data Storage .................................................................................................................................................... 40
3.13 Setup Menu...................................................................................................................................................... 45
3.14 Special Functions............................................................................................................................................. 53
3.15 Waterfall Display Function ............................................................................................................................... 54
3.16 Conductivity Mode ........................................................................................................................................... 56
3.16.1 Conductivity Calibration ....................................................................................................................... 58
3.16.2 Conductivity Alarm Menu ..................................................................................................................... 59
3.16.3 Liftoff Alarm Menu ................................................................................................................................ 60
4.0 Nortec®2000D Applications............................................................................................. 61
4.1 Impedance Plane Display-Conductivity Curve ................................................................................................ 62
4.2 Surface Flaw Detection.................................................................................................................................... 64
4.3 Second Layer Crack Detection........................................................................................................................ 66
4.4 Thickness Measurement ................................................................................................................................. 68
4.5 Conductivity — Sorting .................................................................................................................................... 71
4.6 Conductivity — Liftoff Measurement (Paint Layer Thickness Measurement)................................................ 73
4.7 Corrosion Detection with Dual Frequency....................................................................................................... 75
4.8 Scanner Operation........................................................................................................................................... 80
4.9 Waterfall Display Functions ............................................................................................................................. 81

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5.0 Nortec®2000D Computer Interface ................................................................................. 85
5.1 Description ....................................................................................................................................................... 86
5.2 RS-232C Communication ................................................................................................................................ 86
5.3 DB9S Connector .............................................................................................................................................. 87
5.4 Modes of Operation ......................................................................................................................................... 88
5.5 Command Strings ............................................................................................................................................ 88
5.6 Status Reporting .............................................................................................................................................. 89
5.7 RS-232 Command Set..................................................................................................................................... 89
5.7.1 Instrument Parameter Commands ...................................................................................................... 89
5.7.2 Special Features .................................................................................................................................. 95
5.7.3 Box Alarm Commands ......................................................................................................................... 106
5.7.4 Sweep Alarm Commands .................................................................................................................... 108
5.7.5 Polar Alarm Commands ....................................................................................................................... 109
5.7.6 Program Storage Commands .............................................................................................................. 111
5.7.7 Data Storage Commands .................................................................................................................... 115
5.7.8 Miscellaneous Commands................................................................................................................... 120
5.8 RS-232 Quick Reference................................................................................................................................. 129

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Introduction to PowerLink™
ThePowerLink™feature enables theNortec®2000D instrumenttorecognize Nortec®PowerLink™probes
andscanners,configuringthe instrument according to the parameters programmedintotheIDchip.
EachPowerLink™probeisprogrammedatthe factory to identify itself bymodelnumber, pre-selected
operatingfrequency, andserialnumber.
PowerLink™ Connection
ThePowerLink™connectionisautomatically made when a PowerLink™ probe is connected intothe
Nortec®2000D instrument. When the PowerLink™ probeisconnectedtotheinstrument,the following
screenwillappear:
• PartNumber of Probe
• LastOperating Frequency
• SerialNumber
• OperatingMode
• Cancel/Confirm Prompt
To proceed without using the PowerLink™ feature, press the ENTER key followed by the MAIN key.
To use the PowerLink™ feature, rotate the SmartKnob™ clockwise to change SETINST? from CANCELto
CONFIRM. Pressing the ENTER key will download the information from the ID chip to the instrument and a
newscreenwillappear:
• ProbeDescription
• OperatingFrequency
• SerialNumber
• CoilType
• OperatingMode
• Date
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WARNING!
Probe operation may be erratic if a probe is being driven at less than 1/10
its rated frequency in High Probe Drive. To avoid this problem, do NOT
drive a probe at less than 1/10 its rated frequency.
After the PowerLink™ screen appears, you can
recall any existing program that has been saved
in the program storage menu. By rotating the
SmartKnob™ clockwise, the list of pre-stored
programs and the date stored will appear at the
bottom of the display.
See Section 3.11 for complete details on how to
store, erase, name, and recall programs.
PowerLink™probescan also be programmedfor
Level II commands, and any of the instrument
parameter commands can be pre-loaded at the
factory to fully set up the desired test. Contact
StaveleyInstrumentsformoreinformationonLevel
IIprobes.
Level III PowerLink™ programming (user programmable) is supported by using a Nortec®WorkStation or
PowerStation.Level IIIprogrammingallows the usertoprogram theIDchip tomeettheir specificneeds.Large
chip data capacity allows for a chip to be re-programmed if the need arises.
For every probe, PowerLink™ can be bypassed to allow the probe to be used for any applicable test.
PowerLink™ is an additional “Value Added” capability when used on Staveley’s new line of Eddy Current
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1.0 Nortec®2000D Preparation for Operation
What’s in this section?
1.1 UnpackingtheNortec®2000D
1.2 Nortec®2000D/D+OptionalAccessories
1.3 Initial Inspection Checklist
1.4 PowerRequirements
1.5 Ni-MH Battery Pack Characteristics
1.6 Li-Ion Battery Pack Characteristics
1.7 Chargingthe Ni-MH/Li-Ion Battery Pack
1.8 OperatingEnvironment
FREQ angle gain h-gain V-gain
main
probe drive
mid
h-gain
45.0 db
v-gain
45.0 db
angle
270
frequency
87 khz
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1.2 Nortec®2000D/D+ Optional Accessories
Avariety of optional accessories are available for the Nortec®2000D/D+. Ashort list of some of these
optionsfollows. For specific needs not listed below, contact your Staveley Instruments sales representative
for an additional list of optional accessories.
1.1 Unpacking the Nortec®2000D
Allcartonsshouldbeopenedandinspecteduponreceipt. The cartons and contents should be inspected for
any signs of damage that may have occurred during shipment. If damage is noted, contact the carrier and
retainthe damaged shipping materialsuntilaninspectioncan be performed by arepresentativeofthecarrier.
Withtheexceptionof the Universal Battery Charger and external accessories,allNortec®2000D optionsare
installedbefore the unit is shipped. Check the contents of the carton or cartons against the Packing List to
ensurethatallaccessories ordered have been received.
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The following is a list of probes and accessories that are used in the Application Section of this manual.
• NortecSL/1kHz-50kHz/.31 PowerLink™ SurfaceProbe P/N#9222161
• NortecPL/500kHz-1MHz/A PowerLink™ SurfaceProbe P/N# 9222162
• Nortec SPO-3806LSliding/Reflection Probe P/N# 9222242
• Nortec SL/100Hz-20kHz/.62 SurfaceProbe P/N # 9222193
• Staveley/NortecEddy Current SlideRule P/N# 3306888
• Nortec Conductivity Samples (set of six) P/N # 1902474
• Nortec TB-S1 Crack Standard, with .040", .020" and .008" deep notches P/N #1902510
• Nortec SPO-3932 Second Layer Crack Sample (1/16"Al on 1/16"Al) P/N# 1916915
• NortecSPO-4304TaperedAluminumStandard P/N# 1916914
• CL/SC/6Cable P/N# 9122083
1.3 Initial Inspection Checklist
After the Nortec®2000D has been unpacked and the contents of the carton have been checked against the
packing list, a visual inspection and a basic operation test should be performed.
CCosmeticorstructuraldamage? .........................................................................................
CInstrumentPower “On” ........................................................................................................
CPower On Self Test .............................................................................................................
CEL/LCDSignOn Message displays? ...................................................................................
NOTE:
Hands-free Chest Harness/Battery Belt - This accessory is designed to hold the weight
of the Sonic®/Nortec®/BondMaster™ 1000 series of nondestructive test (NDT) equipment
and it’s accessories. Specifically, the pouch on the chest harness is designed to hold
the DR-35 battery sled (Staveley P/N #9522017), which adds two batteries to the system
to extend field operation time.
THE CHEST HARNESS IS NOT DESIGNED TO SAFELY SUPPORT THE
WEIGHT OF THE USER INANYSITUATION!

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1.4 Power Requirements
As a fully portable inspection instrument, the Nortec®2000D relies on two nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH)
batterypacks (oneLi-Ionbattery in2000D+models) astheprimary sourceofpower. Thebattery compartment
islocatedattherearoftheunitandisconvenientlyaccessedbylooseningthetwoquickreleasescrewsand
removingthebattery cover.
TheNi-MH/Li-IonbatterypacksprovidedwiththeNortec®2000Dinstrumentaresmall,lightweight, portable,
andcapableof delivering longservicelifebetween recharges or batteryreplacement. Replacementbatteries
areavailablethroughthefactory, please contact your Staveley Instruments sales representative.
TheUniversalBattery Charger (UBC) unitisprovidedwith the Nortec®2000D forrechargingtheNi-MH/Li-Ion
batterypackswhileinthe instrument or external battery pack and allowing theNortec®2000Dtobeoperated
fromAC line power. The charger unit auto senses 100 to 240 voltsAC line power at 47 to 63 Hz.
Theconditionof the batteriesusedinthe Nortec®2000D is monitoredbythecharger. FullydischargedNi-MH
batterieswillrequire approximately 8 hours for acompletechargingcycle(4 hours for each battery),whileLi-
Ion batteries will require approximately 6 hours. The charger will not charge batteries which are too hot, too
cold or too deeply discharged.
Ni-MH
Li-Ion
Top of Instrument
Quick Release Screws
NOTE:
Fully charge battery before first use. Instrument run time is affected by variables such as:
quality of charge, age of battery, and display type. The battery charge indicator on the
display is an estimation of expected run time. Instruments are equipped with a circuit that
shuts off power prior to full discharge. Battery life is affected by: number of charge/discharge
cycles, storage conditions, temperature, and use. Batteries stored for extended periods of
time (months/years) without use may no longer recharge. Under normal use Nickel-Metal
Hydride (NiMH) batteries last approximately 500 charge/discharge cycles, while a Lithium-
Ion battery will last approximately 300 cycles. Expect to change the batteries after 1 year of
heavy use or 3 years of light use under normal conditions. Batteries must be disposed of
in accordance to local law or returned to Staveley Instruments. Staveley Instruments does
not warranty batteries due to operating conditions beyond Staveley’s control affecting battery
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PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USINGTHIS BATTERY
• It is normal for the battery to become warm during
charging or after use.
• It is not necessary to fully discharge your battery
before charging. You can top-off the charge at any
time.
• A charged battery will gradually lose its charge if
left in storage. We therefore
suggest that you top-off the charge before use.
• Remove your battery from the equipment, charger
or AC adapter when not in use. Store at room
temperature in a dry place.
For Optimum Performance
• Refer to the manual that came with your instrument
or charger for charging instructions.
• When you charge your battery for the first time,
your charger may indicate that charging is complete
after just 10 to 15 minutes. This is normal and can
happen with all rechargeable batteries when first
charged. Simply remove the battery and then
repeat the charging procedure.
• Upon first use, or after prolonged periods of
storage, you may need to charge and
discharge your battery two or three times before
obtaining optimum performance.
• It is best to charge the battery at room
temperature ranging between 59°F (15°C) and 86°F
(30°C).
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
• Do not disassemble or attempt to open the battery
under any circumstances.
• The battery can explode, leak, or catch on fire if
heated or exposed to fire or high temperatures.
• Do not short circuit the battery by directly connect-
ing the metal terminals (+, -). Be certain that no
metal objects such as coins, paper clips, etc., touch
the terminals.
• Only use the charger recommended by the device
manufacturer.
TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE BATTERY
• Do not drop the battery or subject it to
mechanical shock.
• Use the battery only with equipment that specifies
its use.
MEMORYBATTERIES
• Internal memory batteries should be changed as a
preventative maintenance feature every 2 years.
I M P O R T AN T!
Itisrecommended that yourefrainfrom operating the instrumentwhilerecharging fully
dischargedbatteries. The chargemay beincompleteandthusactivate thetemperature
fault indicator — as a result, battery life and instrument ”run time” may be shortened
significantly. If the indicator is activated, shut off the instrument and disconnect the
instrumentfromthecharger. Allowthebatteries to cool, then reconnect the chargerto
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1.5 Ni-MH Battery Characteristics
•Highercapacity —upto 40%longer runtimethan ordinarynickel-cadmium batteriesofequivalent size
•Fast Charge — approximately 4 - 6 hours
•Long cycle life — up to 500 charge/discharge cycles
•Temperature Range (charging) — 32°Fto104°F(0°C to 40°C)
•Temperature Range (operating)— 32°Fto 122°F (0°Cto50°C)
•Temperature Range (storage)— -4°Fto 122°F (-20°Cto50°C)
•Environmentalfriendliness—0%cadmium,no disposal problems
•Size L x W x H — 8.5 x 2.1 x 0.7 in. (215 x 53 x 19 mm)
•Weight — 18.4 oz. (515 g)
•Nominal Voltage —10.8V
•Rated capacity — 3.8Ah nominal
•Hours of Operation — 8+ hours with EL display at 30% intensity , 7+ hours with a Monochrome LCD
display using 2 Ni-MH battery packs
Ni-MH Battery
Narrow Keyway
2" Wide
+
-
+
-
Li-Ion Battery
Wide Keyway
2¼" Wide
1.6 Li-Ion Battery Pack Characteristics
•Highercapacity—upto60% longer run time than ordinary Ni-MH batteries ofequivalentsize
•FastCharge—approximately 6 hours
•Long cycle life — up to 300 charge/discharge cycles
•Temperature Range (charging) — 32°Fto104°F(0°C to 40°C)
•Temperature Range (operating) — -4°Fto140°F (-20°C to60°C)
•Temperature Range (storage)— -4°Fto 122°F (-20°Cto50°C)
•Environmentalfriendliness—0%cadmium,no disposal problems
•Size L x W x H — 8.5 x 2.3 x 0.9 in. (215 x 59 x 23 mm)
•Weight — 17.6 oz. (493 g)
•Nominal Voltage —10.8V
•Rated capacity — 6.6Ah nominal
•Hoursof Operation — 7+hourswith EL displayat30% intensity,6+ hours withMonochromeor Color
LCDdisplay