EL-CELL PAT-Press-Box User manual

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User Manual
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PAT-Press-Box
Box with data logger for gas pressure measurements with PAT series test cells

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The information in this manual has been carefully checked and believed to be accurate;
however, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies.
EL-Cell GmbH maintains the right to make changes without further notice to products
described in this manual to improve reliability, function, or design. EL-Cell GmbH does not
assume any liability arising from the use or application of this product.
EL-Cell GmbH
Tempowerkring 8
21079 Hamburg - Germany
phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
web: www.el-cell.com

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Content
1 Product description ...................................................................................................................................... 4
2 Technical data ................................................................................................................................................ 5
3 Assembly and installation ........................................................................................................................... 6
4 Connectors ...................................................................................................................................................... 7
5 Unpacking........................................................................................................................................................ 9
6 Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................... 9
7 Technical support ........................................................................................................................................10
8 Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................10

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1 Product description
The PAT-Press-Box is required to read and record the analog pressure signal of a PAT series
test cell when the cell is used in a docking station that does not provide this functionality
itself.
The box is placed between the docking station and the used potentiostat. The integrated data
logger records the pressure signal and transmits it to the connected PC. The pressure data can
then be displayed with the supplied EC-Link software.
Functions
Conditioning electronics for the raw signal of the pressure transducer in the PAT-Cell-
Press test cell.
RTD linearization circuit for the Pt100 temperature sensor located in the PAT -Stand-1.
Instrumentation amplifiers for the test cell signals: cell voltage V12, positive half cell
voltage V1R, negative half cell voltage V2R, and cell current I.
Built-in USB data logger for pressure, temperature, V12, V1R, V2R and I. With the provided
EC-Link software the signals can be recorded and displayed on a PC.
The pressure and temperature signals are also available at the Analog Out connector of
the PAT-Press Box. IF the used battery tester or potentiostat features auxiliary analog
inputs, then it is possible to directly record and display the pressure and temperature with
the software application of the battery tester or potentiostat.

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2Technical data
Dimensions (width x depth x height): 160 mm x 130 mm x 40 mm
Weight: approx. 0.6 kg
Operation temperature range: 0 to 40°C
Humidity: non-condensing
Power supply: 24 V, 0.6 A supplied by PSA15R-240P mains adapter
Analog output voltages: -10 to 10 V for pressure and temperature
USB data logger powered by host PC with galvanic isolation
Resolution of pressure signal < 0.2 mbar; linearity < 0.5% FS
Resolution of temperature signal < 0.01 °C; linearity < 0.5% FS

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3Assembly and installation
Install the EC-Link datalogger software from the provided CD. For details see the manual
of the EC-Link Software.
With the provided cable, connect the docking station inside the temperature chamber to
the PAT-Press Box outside the chamber.
Connect the PAT-Press Box to the provided 24V power supply (wall adapter) and to an USB
port at your Windows PC.
Launch the EC-Link software
Connect your potentiostat to the PAT-Press Box using the cell cable of the potentiostat.
Prior to starting the electrochemical cycle, we recommend to wait for stabilization of the
recorded pressure, typically for at least 24 hours. Initial pressure change may be due to
temperature stabilization (typically within the first hour only), equilibration between liquid
and gaseous phases and creeping of the polymer seal which is placed between cell base
and lid.

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4Connectors
1. Banana sockets (2 or 4 mm) at the box cover
(Table shows standard connection to potentiostat or battery tester for full cell control)
2. Analog Out connector (Sub-D M9) at the rear of the box
PAT-Press Box,
banana sockets at
the box cover
Potentiostat
Battery tester
PAT-Core connection
1
WE Current
Plus Current (B+)
Lower electrode
1S
WE Sense
Plus Sense (S+)
R
Ce Sense
(if available)
Not connected
Reference ring
2S
RE
Minus Sense (S-)
Upper electrode
2
CE
Minus Current (B-)
GND
GND (if available) of WE
GND (if available) or B+
Pin #
Signal
Comment
2
Temperature
8 °C/V, 0 V correspond to 0°C
5
Pressure
0.3 bar/V, 0 V correspond to 0 bar abs
9
GND
Signal ground (COM), galvanically isolated from earth (PE)

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3. Cell connector (Sub-D M15) at the front of the box
Pin #
Signal
Comments
1
1S
Sense lead to lower electrode of PAT-Core
2
2S
Sense lead to upper electrode
4
R
Sense lead to reference ring
5
2
Current lead to upper electrode
7
VP
Raw signal from pressure transducer inside PAT-Cell-Press test cell
8
+5 V
Power supply of pressure transducer
10
1
Current lead to lower electrode
11
Pt100 (A)
Contact A of Pt100 sensor located inside PAT-Stand-1
12
Pt100 (B)
Contact B of Pt100 sensor located inside PAT-Stand-1
15
GND
Signal ground (COM) of the conditioning electronics, galvanically isolated from earth
(PE)

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5Unpacking
Check the contents of the packages against the list given below to verify that you have
received all of the required components. Contact EL-CELL, if anything is missing or damaged.
NOTE: Damaged shipments must remain within the original packaging for freight company
inspection.
List of Components
PAT-Press-Box ECE1-00-0008-D
PAT-Stand-1 to PAT-Press-Box Cable ECE1-00-0045-B
EC-Link Installation –USB ECE1-00-0052-B
Power supply 15W/24V DC ELT9045
Power supply adapter ELT9078
USB cable typ A/B (2.0 m) ELT9167
6Accessories
Press-Box to Biologic Auxiliary Cable, approx. 2 m, ECE1-00-0040-B
Sub-D M9 to Biologic AUX input
Pin #
Signal
Comment
6
Analog IN 2
0.. 10 V; 8°C/V
1
Analog IN 1
0.. 10 V; 0.25 bar/V
7
GND

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7Technical support
Technical support for this product is exclusively provided by EL-Cell GmbH.
EL-Cell GmbH
Tempowerkring 8
21079 Hamburg - Germany
phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
web: www.el-cell.com
8Warranty
For a period of one year from the date of shipment, EL-Cell GmbH (hereinafter Seller) warrants
the goods to be free from defect in material and workmanship to the original purchaser.
During the warranty period, Seller agrees to repair or replace defective and/or nonconforming
goods or parts without charge for material or labor, or, at the Seller’s option, demand return
of the goods and tender repayment of the price. Buyer’s exclusive remedy is repair or
replacement of defective and nonconforming goods, or, at Seller’s option, the repayment of
the price.
Seller excludes and disclaims any liability for lost profits, personal injury, interruption of
service, or for consequential incidental or special damages arising out of, resulting from, or
relating in any manner to these goods.
This Limited Warranty does not cover defects, damage, or nonconformity resulting from
abuse, misuse, neglect, lack of reasonable care, modification, or the attachment of improper
devices to the goods. This Limited Warranty does not cover expendable items. This warranty is
void when repairs are performed by a non-authorized person or service center. At Seller’s
option, repairs or replacements will be made on site or at the factory. If repairs or
replacements are to be made at the factory, Buyer shall return the goods prepaid and bear all
the risks of loss until delivered to the factory. If Seller returns the goods, they will be delivered
prepaid and Seller will bear all risks of loss until delivery to Buyer. Buyer and Seller agree that
this Limited Warranty shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of
Germany.
The warranties contained in this agreement are in lieu of all other warranties expressed or
implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
This Limited Warranty supersedes all prior proposals or representations oral or written and
constitutes the entire understanding regarding the warranties made by Seller to Buyer. This
Limited Warranty may not be expanded or modified except in writing signed by the parties
hereto.