Brookfield PVS RHEOMETER User manual

BROOKFIELD MODEL PVS RHEOMETER INSTALLATION
AND RHEOVISION SOFTWARE
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Manual No. M12-581
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Table of Contents
Section 1 - PVS Rheometer Description
Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 9
Features and Benets .................................................................................................................... 9
Standard Equipment ...................................................................................................................... 9
Rheovision Software ................................................................................................................... 11
Rheovision System Requirements .............................................................................................. 11
Registering Rheovision ............................................................................................................... 11
Theory of Operation .................................................................................................................... 11
Specications .............................................................................................................................. 13
Required Utilities ........................................................................................................................ 13
Operating Environment ............................................................................................................... 13
Geometry Sets ............................................................................................................................. 14
Component Identication ............................................................................................................ 14
Rheometer Head .................................................................................................................... 14
Sample Cup ........................................................................................................................... 14
Power Base ............................................................................................................................ 15
Sensing Stack ........................................................................................................................ 15
Stator/Bob ............................................................................................................................. 15
Torsion Element/Mounting Tube Assembly ......................................................................... 15
Torsion Element Guard ......................................................................................................... 15
Safety Relief Valve ................................................................................................................ 15
Pressure Transducer .............................................................................................................. 15
Personal Computer ................................................................................................................ 15
Options ........................................................................................................................................ 17
Heating/Cooling Bath ........................................................................................................... 17
Laptop Computer .................................................................................................................. 17
Additional Geometry Sets ..................................................................................................... 17
High Surface Area Triple Annulus ........................................................................................ 17
Contacting Brookeld Engineering Laboratories, Inc. ............................................................... 17
Section 2 - Installation
Unpacking and Inspection ........................................................................................................... 18
Tools Required for Installation ................................................................................................... 18
PVS Rheometer Installation (Without Triple Annulus) .............................................................. 19
Bath Installation .................................................................................................................... 19
Power Base Installation ......................................................................................................... 19
Personal Computer Installation ............................................................................................. 21
Rheovision Software Installation ................................................................................................ 21
Safety and Precaution Symbols ................................................................................................... 22
Section 3 - Operation
Power .......................................................................................................................................... 23
Turning Power ON ................................................................................................................ 23

Turning Power OFF .............................................................................................................. 23
Starting Rheovision ..................................................................................................................... 23
Bafe, Stator/Bob and Sample Cup Installation ......................................................................... 24
PVS Rheometer Installation (with Triple Annulus) .................................................................... 27
Cleaning of Wetted Parts ............................................................................................................. 30
Torque Sensor Calibration Test ................................................................................................... 31
Section 4 - Rheovision Software
What’s New with Rheovision ...................................................................................................... 32
Getting Started ............................................................................................................................. 33
Setting Up Security...................................................................................................................... 36
Main Navigation Panel ................................................................................................................ 36
Main Tool Bar ............................................................................................................................. 37
Dashboard .................................................................................................................................... 39
Favorites....................................................................................................................................... 40
Tests/Programs............................................................................................................................. 41
Test Header Parameters................................................................................................................ 41
Quick Test Wizard........................................................................................................................ 42
Quick Test List Screen ................................................................................................................. 46
BEAVIS Programs ...................................................................................................................... 47
BEAVIS Commands .................................................................................................................... 48
BEAVIS Program Screen............................................................................................................. 49
Building Programs ....................................................................................................................... 50
Find Data...................................................................................................................................... 50
View Data Graphs ........................................................................................................................ 51
Appendix...................................................................................................................................... 51
Communications .......................................................................................................................... 52
Section 5 - Troubleshooting
Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 53
Communication Problems ........................................................................................................... 55
Instrumentation Setup ........................................................................................................... 55
Windows XP SP3/Vista/W7................................................................................................... 56
Section 6 - PVS Sensing Stack Replacement
Tools Required ............................................................................................................................ 57
Disassembly ................................................................................................................................ 57
Reassembly ................................................................................................................................. 59
Appendix - Customer Support .............................................................................................. 64
Appendix B - Drawings ............................................................................................................ 65
Appendix C - Calculations ...................................................................................................... 67

Figures
Figure 1-1: Typical Brookeld Model PVS Rheometer ............................................................. 10
Figure 1-2: PVS Rheometer and Optional Bath ......................................................................... 12
Figure 1-3: Typical PVS Rheometer Component Identication ................................................. 16
Figure 2-1: Rheometer Head Position and Sample Cup Height ................................................. 20
Figure 2-2: PVS Rheometer Rear Panel Cable Connections ...................................................... 21
Figure 3-1: Stator/Bob Mounting Tube Alignment (End View) ................................................. 24
Figure 3-2: Orientation and Force Applied to Stator/Bob During Installation ........................... 25
Figure 3-3: Sample Cup, Stator/Bob and Bafe Installation ...................................................... 26
Figure 3-4: Stator/Bob Mounting Tube Alignment (End View) ................................................. 28
Figure 3-5: Triple Annulus Installation ....................................................................................... 29
Figure 4-1..................................................................................................................................... 32
Figure 4-2: Login Screen ............................................................................................................. 33
Figure 4-3: Security/Database...................................................................................................... 34
Figure 4-4: Permissions ............................................................................................................... 34
Figure 4-5: Groups....................................................................................................................... 35
Figure 4-6: User Membership...................................................................................................... 35
Figure 4-7: Options Tab ............................................................................................................... 37
Figure 4-8: Calibration Tab.......................................................................................................... 37
Figure 4-9: Security/Database Tab............................................................................................... 38
Figure 4-10: Lip Seal Tab ............................................................................................................ 39
Figure 4-11: Dashboard ............................................................................................................... 39
Figure 4-12: Favorites.................................................................................................................. 40
Figure 4-13: Tests/Programs ........................................................................................................ 41
Figure 4-14: Test Header Parameters........................................................................................... 42
Figure 4-15: Quick Test Screen ................................................................................................... 42
Figure 4-16: Test Wizard Opening Screen................................................................................... 43
Figure 4-17: Enter Speed and Time ............................................................................................. 43
Figure 4-18: Enter Mix Step, Duration and Data Interval ........................................................... 44
Figure 4-19: Enter Temperture Setpoint ...................................................................................... 44
Figure 4-20: Choose Data Collection .......................................................................................... 45
Figure 4-21: Enter Ramps............................................................................................................ 45
Figure 4-22: Name Test Template................................................................................................ 43
Figure 4-23: Less Detail Shown .................................................................................................. 47
Figure 4-24: BEAVIS Tests Screen.............................................................................................. 47
Figure 4-25: BEAVIS Program Screen........................................................................................ 49
Figure 4-26: Find Data................................................................................................................. 51
Figure 4-27: Communication Selection....................................................................................... 52
Figure 5-1: Communications Warning Pop-up Window ............................................................. 53
Figure 6-1: PVS Rheometer Component Identication .............................................................. 62
Figure 6-2: PVS Sensing Stack (Exploded View) ...................................................................... 63

Figure B-1: RS-232 Cable Drawing ........................................................................................... 65
Figure B-2: Location of Microsyn Wires..................................................................................... 66
Tables
Table 1-1: Rheovision System Requirements ............................................................................. 11
Table 1-2: Model PVS Rheometer Specications ...................................................................... 13
Table 1-3: Utility Requirements .................................................................................................. 13
Table 1-4: Geometry Sets ............................................................................................................ 14
Table 3-1: Stator/Bob Sample Volume ........................................................................................ 25
Table 4-1: B.E.A.V.I.S. Commands ............................................................................................ 48
Table 5-1: PVS Rheometer Troubleshooting Procedures ........................................................... 53
Table C-1: Geometry (Spindle) Factors ...................................................................................... 67

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Section 1 - PVS Rheometer Description
Introduction
The Brookeld Model PVS Rheometer is designed to test small complex samples by
simulating process conditions in a bench top environment (sample boil-off problems
are eliminated). The PVS Rheometer measures with a coaxial cylinder geometry and
delivers excellent accuracy and outstanding sensitivity. Brookeld’s Rheovision software
controls the PVS Rheometer to ensure that test parameters are followed under the most
demanding test requirements.
Brookeld’s unique sensor design responds to minute changes in viscosity, mechanically
transmitting a rotational torque signal from the pressure containment area without
friction.
The Brookeld Model PVS Rheometer, shown in Figures 1-1, can be used in a variety of
applications where the viscosity of a uid must be measured at temperatures which cause
samples to vaporize or boil off.
Features and Benets
The Brookeld Model PVS Rheometer incorporates the following features:
• Portable and compact
• Quick and easy to operate
• Simulates process conditions
• Designed for reliable operation even in severe environments
The PVS Rheometer provides the following benets:
• Low maintenance required
• Ability to test samples pressurized under many different gases
• Allows testing of samples at extremely low shear rate
Standard Equipment
The PVS Rheometer includes the following components:
• Rheometer sensing unit and power base with over pressure relief valve
• Choice of one geometry including sample cup and one stator/bob geometry set:
B1, B2, or B5 with uid contact parts manufactured from Hastelloy C corrosion-
resistant alloy.
• Desktop Computer (PC)
• Rheovision Software which runs on Windows XP SP3 Vista and Windows 7™
operating systems
• Interconnecting Cables

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Figure 1-1: Typical Brookeld Model PVS Rheometer

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Rheovision Software
Rheovision is designed for use with the Brookeld Engineering Laboratories, Inc. PVS
Rheometer and Windows XP SP3, Vista and Windows 7™ computer operating systems. Its
purpose is to control and collect data from the rheometer and allow it to be saved, viewed,
printed, plotted, and analyzed. Its features include:
• An easy to learn and use graphical user interface.
• A scripting language to allow exible data collection.
• Background execution of data gathers (due to the multitasking nature of the MS-
Windows operating system).
• On-line plotting of data during a data gather.
• Background printing of data, graphs, and programs.
• Mathematical analysis of collected data.
• Control of an optional Brookeld Engineering Labs temperature bath.
• Calculation of industry specic data (Example: API power law calculations for
the oil and gas industries). Refer to Appendix C for more information.
Rheovision System Requirements
The system requirements outlined in Table 1-1 must be met in order for Rheovision software
to operate properly.
Table 1-1: Rheovision System Requirements
System Parameter Requirement
Microprocessor Pentium 4, 2.8 GHz minimum
Memory 2 GB minimum
Hard Drive 20 GB minimum
Video VGA (640 x 480 resolution) minimum
Operating System MS-Windows XP, SP3, Vista or Windows 7™
Mouse Required
RS-232 Port One free COM port required
USB Port One free USB port required
Registering Rheovision
Fill out and return (by email, fax or mail) the Rheovision Registration form, included with
Rheovision to Brookeld Engineering Laboratories, Inc.
Theory of Operation
Brookeld’s unique sensor design responds to minute changes in viscosity, mechanically
transmitting a rotational torque signal from the pressure containment area without friction.
The outer cylinder (sample cup) is driven by a stepper motor at speeds from 0.05 - 1000
rpm. The RTD probe measures temperature directly in the process uid. The entire sensor
assembly is unaffected by changes in either pressure or temperature.

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All electronics, bearings, and other sensitive components are completely protected from
the inuences of both the sample uid and it’s vapor. The small angle of deection (1/2º
full scale) provides quick response and minimizes hysteresis and lag during speed ramping.
Figure 1-2: PVS Rheometer and Optional Bath

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Specications
The PVS Rheometer specications are listed in Table 1-2.
Table 1-2: Model PVS Rheometer Specications
Parameter Specication
Sample Size 12.5 - 162.5 ml
Vapor Space 90 ml
Pressure 0 - 1000 psi
Speed Range 0.05 - 1000 rpm
Shear Rate Range 0.01 sec-1 - 1700 sec-1
Repeatability ± 0.2% of full scale range
Temperature Range -40 - 260°C
Dimensions 12 x 12 x 24 inches (W x L x H)
(30.5 x 30.5 x 61.0 cm)
Carrying Case Dimensions 17.5 x 32 x 16 inches (W x L x H)
(44.5 x 81.28 x 40.64 cm)
Construction Hastelloy C Alloy wetted parts
Computer Desktop PC with Pentium Processor
and Windows Operating Systems
Weight (without computer) 40 lbs. (18 kg)
Complete System Weight
(in optional carrying case
without computer)
75 lbs. (34.01 kg)
Required Utilities
The PVS Rheometer requires the utility connections listed in Table 1-3 to operate.
Table 1-3: Utility Requirements
Parameter Value
Supply Voltage* 115/230 VAC
Line Frequency 50 or 60 Hz
Power Consumption ~ 1200 VA
Certication CE, UL
Fuses (2) 5x20 mm, 6A, 250V;
Time Delay (Slow Blow)
Main supply voltage uctuations are not to exceed ±10% of the nominal supply voltage.
Operating Environment:
0°C to 40°C temperature range (32°F to 104°F)
20% - 80% R.H.: non-condensing atmosphere
Altitude up to 2000 meters

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Notice to Customers:
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Users within the European Union:
Please contact your dealer or the local authorities in charge of waste management on how to
dispose of this product properly. All Brookeld ofces and our network of representatives
and dealers can be found on our website: www.brookeldengineering.com
Users outside of the European Union:
Please dispose of this product according to your local laws.
Geometry Sets
The geometry sets available for use with the PVS Rheometer are listed in Table 1-4.
Table 1-4: Geometry Sets
Set Sec-1/RPM Annulus
(inches/cm)
Sample
Volume (ml)
B1 1.703 0.046 (0.117) 12.5
B2 0.377 0.241 (0.612) 55
B5 0.85 0.095 (0.241) 25
TA5* 0.85 0.095 (0.241) 162.5
* Optional Triple Annulus Geometry Set
NOTE: Refer to Appendix A and contact your local customer support center to order
additional geometry sets.
Component Identication
The following paragraphs provide a brief description of each component within the PVS
Rheometer. Refer to Figure 1-5 for the component location within the viscometer.
Rheometer Head
The Rheometer head contains the rheometer motor, torque transducer, torsion element and
drive assembly. The Rheometer head is supported above the power base by the upright rod
and is connected to the power base by motor and torque/temperature signal cables.

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Sample Cup
The Sample Cup (outer cylinder) contains the pressurized sample uid. The sample cup is
rotated by a motor and drive assembly which causes the sample uid to be sheared in the
annular space between the cup and the stator/bob.
Power Base
Do not connect/disconnect the rheometer motor power, signal, or
computer cables with the power applied to the rheometer.
The Power Base supports the Rheometer head, and houses the motor drive electronics and
signal processors for torque and temperature, power switch and cable connectors for power,
signal, computer connections and external thermobath.
Sensing Stack
The Sensing Stack is a replaceable component consisting of a torsion element, mounting
tube, drive mounting sleeve and RTD.
Stator/Bob
The Stator, also referred to as a bob or inner cylinder, which is mounted on the torsion
element, applies torque generated by viscous drag to the torsion element. The dimensions
of the stator/bob, in conjunction with the sample cup, are critical to the accuracy of the
viscometer. Many different stator/bob sizes are available which provide different viscometer
measurement ranges.
Torsion Element/Mounting Tube Assembly
The Torsion Element, which is part of the mounting tube assembly, senses the torque from
the viscous drag on the stator. The twist or deection of the torsion element is proportional
to the torque applied to it. The torsion element converts shear stress applied to the stator
to angular movement. A Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD) is mounted directly to
the mounting tube.
Torsion Element Guard
The Torsion Element Guard is installed with the sample cup and stator removed to protect
the torsion element from being damaged.
Safety Relief Valve
The Safety Relief Valve protects the system from excess pressurization and is mounted on
the Rheometer pressurization connection. The Safety Relief Valve is designed to open and
release pressures in excess of 1200 psi, 200 psi above the maximum operating pressure of
1000 psi.
Pressure Transducer
The pressure transducer supplies the signal to the PVS base which then, through the
Rheovision software, displays the current pressure on the dashboard.

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Personal Computer
NOTE: An optional laptop computer can also be ordered from Brookeld Engineering
Laboratories, Inc.
The Personal Computer (PC) is used to operate the Rheovision software that controls the
PVS Rheometer. The personal computer runs on Windows XP, SP3, Vista or Windows 7™
software and should only be used to operate and control the PVS Rheometer.
No other software programs should be running while Rheovision is
running. Various software programs may interfere with the operation
of Rheovision software and the PVS Rheometer.
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(PVS Rheometer
Rear Panel Illustration)
1. PVS Electronics Ass’y, Thermobath 115/230 VAC 13. Mounting Tube
2. Sample Cup 14. BAL Seal, Upper
3. 1-piece, 3-way Ball Valve 1/8 in. FNPT 15. Screw, 2-56 x 1/4 PH, Flat HD
4. Pressure Sensor, 1000 PSI 16. BAL Spring
5. Pressure Relief Valve 17. BAL Seal, Lower
6. Pressure Gage 18. Retaining Sleeve
7. Upright Rod Ass’y 19. RTD Housing, BAL Latch
8. PVS Rheometer Head Clamp 20. Dowel Pin
9. PVS Rheometer Head Cover 21. RTD Cup Assembly
10. Street Tee 22. PVS Stator / Bob (B1, B2 or B5)
11. Rheometer Head Clamp Knob 23. Foot, Adjustable
12. Knurled Ring
Figure 1-3: Typical PVS Rheometer Component Identication

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Options
The following optional equipment is available to enhance the operation of the PVS
Rheometer when installed within certain product applications. Refer to Appendix A and
contact Brookeld Engineering Laboratories, Inc. for more information on these options
and accessories.
Heating/Cooling Bath
The Heating/Cooling Bath maintains sample temperature to a user selected level. The
sample cup is immersed in the bath medium and transmits heat to or from the sample
through the sample cup wall. Certain types of heating/cooling baths may be controlled
along with the instrument by Rheovision software.
Laptop Computer
The optional Laptop Computer is a congured laptop personal computer which can be
used to control the PVS Rheometer when portable operation is required. The Portable
computer can also be used in installations where laboratory space limitations exist.
Additional Geometry Sets
One geometry set is provided with the PVS Rheometer. Additional geometry sets are
available that contain stator/bobs with different dimensions for measuring various
samples. Refer to Table 1-4 for more information.
High Surface Area Triple Annulus
The High Surface Area Triple Annulus geometry is for extra low shear rate measurement
(includes one special sample cup, one stator/bob, and two adapters) is also available as
an additional geometry set. It uses a B5 stator/bob as the inner component. For a given
sample and rotational speed, it provides approximately eight times as much torque as
with a B5 geometry set alone.
Contacting Brookeld Engineering Laboratories, Inc.
Refer to Appendix A for customer support information.

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Section 2 - Installation
Unpacking and Inspection
NOTE: Upon receipt, inspect the case and PVS Rheometer components for shipping
damage. Report any damage to the shipping company immediately.
The shipping cartons should contain the following components:
• PVS Rheometer Head, with torque sensor guard installed
• Power Base
• Personal Computer (shipped separately)
• Bath (if specied - including RS-232 cable) (shipped separately)
• Instruction Manual
• Software CD ROM
• Data Cable (power base to computer RS-232 AND USB cable)
• Torque/Temperature Cable (attached to rheometer head)
• Rheometer Head/ Motor Power Cable (attached to rheometer head)
• Stator/bob
• Sample Cup
Whenever the PVS Rheometer is transported, the stator/bob must be
removed and the sample cup or torsion element protector is installed
to prevent torsion element damage!
Tools Required for Installation
The following tools are required to install the PVS Rheometer:
• Flat blade screwdriver

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PVS Rheometer Installation (Without Triple Annulus)
NOTE: Refer to PVS Rheometer Installation (With Triple Annulus) for systems being
installed with a triple annulus.
Bath Installation
1. Refer to the Bath Operators Manual to install and setup the bath in the location in
which it will operate.
2. Proceed with Power Base Installation.
Power Base Installation
1. Install the power base next to the bath as shown in Figure 2-1.
NOTE: If using the optional Thermobath, refer to the Thermobath Manual.
The PVS Rheometer head is mounted on the support shaft via a spring
loaded clamp. Make sure you hold the head in place before releasing
the clamp screws to prevent the head from falling or the spring-loaded
support shaft from sliding up through the head. Personal injury or
possible equipment damage may result.
NOTE: The upright rod is designed to be free to rotate approximately 120º in its sus-
pended position and will allow the head to be lowered only when rotated to the
extreme clockwise position. The upright rod will support the head in the upper
most position when it is lifted and rotated away from the bath. Refer to Figure
2-2.
2. Install the sample cup on the PVS Rheometer head.
3. Install the PVS Rheometer head loosely on the upright rod.
NOTE: If a pressure connection is required, install enough exible tubing to allow the
PVS Rheometer head to be moved in and out of the bath.
4. If required, connect exible tubing between the three-way valve (1/8 inch x 27 NPT
ferrule) on the PVS Rheometer head and the pressure source.
5. While supporting the PVS Rheometer head, lower the head into the bath so that the
bath uid level is approximately one inch (25.4 mm) from the knurled ring as shown
in Figure 2-1. Push the upright rod down (against spring tension) to its lowest posi-
tion and while maintaining that position, tighten the clamp screws.
6. Remove the PVS Rheometer head from the Bath and rotate the head to one side.

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Figure 2-1: Rheometer Head Position and Sample Cup Height
7. Route the motor and RS-232 cables from the PVS Rheometer head to the connectors
on the rear panel of the power base as shown in Figure 2-2.
Do not connect/disconnect the power cable to/from the PVS Rheometer
when connected to a power source. Serious injury and equipment
damage may result.
8. Connect the cables to the PVS Rheometer as shown in Figure 2-2 and as follows:
a. Torque/Temperature cable from Rheometer head.
b. Bath RS-232 Communications cable.
c. Computer RS-232 communications cable to the 9 pin connector or USB port.
d. PVS Rheometer Head power cable
e. PVS Rheometer power cord to a 120 VAC 60 Hz power source or 230 VAC if re-
quired.

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THERMOBATH
POWER SWITCH
THERMOBATH
RECEPTICLE
EITHER 115 OR
230 VA C
(DEPENDING ON
MODEL)
RTD INPUT MOTOR CONNECTION
CABLE
CONNECTIONS
OPTIONAL BROOKFIELD
THERMOBATH, OR OTHER
EXTERNAL BATH SELECTION
SWITCH
POWER INDICATION
LIGHT
115 OR 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz
(DEPENDING ON MODEL)
NOTE: Use either the 9 or 25 pin connector for computer RS-232 connections.
Do not connect both connectors to the computer.
Figure 2-2: PVS Rheometer Rear Panel Cable Connections
Personal Computer Installation
1. Place the computer in a suitable location that will allow it to be connected to the PVS
Rheometer.
2. Install the computer according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
3. Connect the RS-232 or USB cable between the COMPUTER connector on the PVS
Rheometer and the COM connector on the computer.
4. Turn power on to the computer and monitor and allow the Windows operating system
to initialize.
5. Refer to Rheovision Software Installation.
Rheovision Software Installation
NOTE: Make sure all other software applications on your computer have been closed before
proceeding with Rheovision software installation.
1. Insert the CD-ROM disk into the appropriate drive on your computer.
2. Run the setup.exe program by performing one of the following steps: