FISCHER MMS Inspection SPG Series User manual

Operator‘s Manual
MMS® Inspection SPG
Gage type High
Coating Thickness Material Analysis Nanoindentation Material Testing

MMS® Inspection SPG
Gage type High
Instruments for surface profile measurements according to ASTM D4417,
Method B
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Document no. 932-514
Issue date 2019-09-09 (for software version 1.0.0+3)
Manufacturer
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1 Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Environmental conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.3 Safety of the electrical equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.1 Measurement view (example). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.2 Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.4 Menus - function overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.5 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3 Set up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.1 Installing batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.2 Switching on the gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.3 Switching off the gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4 Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5 Settings for measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.1 Visual inspection of probe tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.2 Creating a new batch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.3 Opening a batch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6 Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.1 Notes on measuring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.2 Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.3 Measurement - procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
7 Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7.1 Calibration - When necessary?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7.2 Performing a calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
8 Data transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
8.1 Transfer batch files in the PHASCOPE PAINT app. . . . . . . . 31
8.2 Transfer single readings online to an Excel file via PC-Datex 33

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9 Assigning/changing batch names. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
10 Replacing the probe tip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
11 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
11.1 Glossary - Display symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
11.2 Glossary - Display texts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
12 About . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
13 Legal Informations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
13.1 USA, FCC (Federal Communications Commission) . . . . . . . . 45

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Safety information
1 Safety information
If you use the gage as intended and observe the safety information, it will not
present any danger.
Please read and follow this Operator's Manual and observe the safety infor-
mation. Also observe generally applicable safety and accident prevention reg-
ulations.
1.1 Intended use
The gage is intended solely for surface profile measurements according to
ASTM D4417, Method B.
Any use beyond this is not the intended use. The risk of damage ensuing there-
from is borne solely by the user.
Only accessories approved or recommended by the manufacturer may be con-
nected to the gage.
1.2 Environmental conditions
Ambient temperature during operation: 0°... +40 °C
Storage and transport temperature: 0 … +60 °C
Temperature
When exposed to sunshine, the areas behind glass windows (e.g. in an
automobile) can easily reach temperatures in excess of +60 °C. This can
cause damage to the gage.
►Do not keep or store the gage and accessories behind window panes, or
near to heat sources such as radiators etc.!
Acid
The gage and accessories are not acid-proof.
►Do not place the gage or accessories in contact with acids or liquids
which contain acid!

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Safety information
Potentially explosive environment
The gage and accessories are not suitable for use in potentially explosive
environments.
►Operate the gage and accessories only outside of potentially explosive
areas!
Danger of injury at the measuring tip
You can easily injure yourself at the thin measuring tip.
►Always keep the measuring tip away from the body.
►Keep the device in a box or protective cover.
1.3 Safety of the electrical equipment
Only accessories approved or recommended by the manufacturer may be con-
nected to the gage!
USB cable
Damaged USB cable
Kinking or pinching the USB cable can result in a broken wire. Data trans-
mission is then no longer possible.
►Connect only an undamaged USB cable with a max. length of 3 m to the
gage.
►Always coil up the USB cable for storage.
Batteries/rechargeable batteries
•Use the following alkaline or lithium battery type: Mignon, 1.5 V, LR6 -
AA
or
•Use the following NiMH rechargeable battery type: Mignon, 1.2 V, HR6
- AA

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Safety information
Servicing and repairs
Modifications, repairs as well as maintenance and service work on the gage
and accessories may be carried out only by service personnel authorized by
the manufacturer.
Exception: Changing the batteries/rechargeable batteries.

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Description
2 Description
The gages in the MMS Inspection
SPG series measure the surface
roughness of blasted surfaces easily,
quickly and in a nondestructive man-
ner. Gage construction with an inte-
grated measuring probe allows sin-
gle-hand measurements on flat sam-
ples.
This operator's manual describes the
following gage version in the MMS
Inspection SPG series:
•High variant
USB and WiFi interfaces, data
storage for 250 000 measured
readings in 2500 batches, dis-
plays the measured reading ac-
quisition (optically and
acoustically) as well as by vi-
brating the gage
Additional information can be found
in the data sheet, page 11
2.1 Measurement view
(example)
1 Batch name
2 Specification limits
3 Current measured reading
4 Progress display, number of
measurements per location
5 Statistical values (Block no.,
block mean value (x), Min.-/
Max. values, Location value (x)
6 Key assignment line (example:
delete symbol, open block
statistics, symbol for opening
calibration)
7 Battery indicator
8 Unit of measurement
A list of all display symbols and texts
can be found starting on page 41.
1
2
3
2
4
5
6
Batch 001
No 1 n 4
x 65.42 s 4.8
Min 60.2 Max 70.7
BLOCK
65.1 µm
75
50
Example of Measurement
view showing statistics with
set specification limits
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Description
2.2 Gage
1 Eyelets for a carrying strap
2 Signal lamp to indicate measurement acquisition and limit violations
3 Display
4 Keys, On/off key, for description see page 6
5 Positioning aid for reliable placement of the gage on the surface
6 Probe tip
7 USB port
8 Battery compartment cover
Gage dimensions can be found in the data sheet, page 14
Front of gage
1
2
3
4
5
6
Rear of gage
7
8

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Description
2.3 Keys
There are 4 keys for operating the gage.
The bottom line of the display always shows the functions of the 4 keys (see
illustration below). The assignment depends on the opened menu page.
The function shown on the display is assigned to the key directly underneath (example).
The key has two functions:
•It switches the gage on and off when the key is held for at least 1 s
•Function shown in the bottom line of the display
The  key has two functions:
•It moves the cursor/highlight down when is shown in the bottom line
of the display
•It opens the main menu when is not shown in the bottom line of the
display
A description of the remaining key symbols can be found starting at page 41
2.4 Menus - function overview
Main menu
Statistics > Display of the statistics for the opened batch
OK

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Description
Batch
Modify >
Settings and en-
tries for the
opened batch
MEASURE > Switch to Measurement view
Tolerance Limits > Activation of limit monitoring and
setting of the limits
Batch Infos
View Settings > Measurement View
Batch Statistic View
Block View
Block Size > Activation of automatic block forma-
tion and setting of the block size
Measurement
Settings >
Max. value, mean value, mean
(Min, Max), measured reading per
location
Value Resolution > low, medium, high
Save measurements Powering on/off
Batches > New >
List of saved batches
(After a batch has been selected, it can be opened, copied
or deleted.)
Gage
Settings >
Language Select the display language
Display Settings > Brightness
Rotate display
Indication Settings > Key actuation signal
Audible signal
Visual signal
Vibration
Connections > USB mode
WiFi
Date & Time > Settings for date, time, time and
date format
More Settings > Measurement units (for new batch)
Resolution of the measured reading
display (default)
Battery type

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Description
Probe Settings > Raw data from probe
Line frequency settings
About > Information about software version
and probe as well as legal informa-
tion such as copyright, data protec-
tion conditions, enhanced labeling

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Description
2.4.1 Gage concept
In order to measure, a batch (file) must be created in the gage for each appli-
cation. The calibration 001, which serves as a reference for each batch, is
saved in the gage. A description of the expression measuring application, and
the terms batch and calibration can be found in Chapter "Glossary".
The key contents of the batch files and calibration file and their relationship
with one another are shown schematically in the figure below:
A measuring application is defined in the gage by a batch file, which is always linked
with the calibration file calibration 001.
Measuring application
Batch 001
(settings)
•Limit monitoring
•Measured reading grouping
•Display value from i single
readings
•Measured reading view,
decimal places for the mea-
sured reading
•Unit of measurement
•Save measured readings
Calibration 001
(established through reference
measurement)
•Measurement on a glass sur-
face = Profile height 0
•1 or 2 reference thicknesses
•Measurement in air = maxi-
mum recordable profile
height
Gage
Batch 002
(settings)
•Limit monitoring
•Measured reading grouping
•Display value from i single
readings
•Measured reading view,
decimal places for the mea-
sured reading
•Unit of measurement
•Save measured readings
Batch 003
(settings)
•Limit monitoring
•Measured reading grouping
•Display value from i single
readings
•Measured reading view,
decimal places for the mea-
sured reading
•Unit of measurement
•Save measured readings
(yes/no)

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Description

Data Sheet
MMS®Inspection SPG
Surface profile measurement
according to ASTM D4417, Method B
1.1 Technical Data
Easy and convenient
operation
Compact and robust case
Scale 1:1

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Description
The gage models MMS Inspection SPG measure the depths of surface profiles easily, quick,
non-destructively and with the precision that is typical for all Fischer instruments. The SPG
gages measure the peak-to-valley distances according ASTM D4417, Method B. Therefore,
measurements of the depths of surface profiles by using the SPG gages are conform to many
standards and guidances, e.g., SSPC-PA17.
Gage properties • Ideal for onsite applications (outside and inside) due to the compact size and the robust
and durable instrument design
• Probe integrated in the gage for single-handed operation
• IP65, dust-tight and water repellant and resistant
• A large touchdown table ensures a sure positioning on the surface
• Intuitive operation of the menu navigation and graphic display
• The measurement presentation flips automatically and thus allows optimum reading in dif-
ferent measuring positions
• Different languages selectable
• Measurements according to ASTM D4417, Method B
Applications
Examples • Measuring the depths of surface profiles
• Inspection, whether the surface profile depth is within the specifications
• Assessment of blasted surfaces whether they are appropriate for varnishing
Variants Start High
Entry level gage with small data memory for
max. 10,000 measured values in one batch,
display of measurement acquisition (audible
and optical) and USB interface for data
transfer
High-end gage with large data memory for
250,000 measured values in 2500 batches,
display of measurement acquisition (audible
and optical) additional by gage vibration,
USB interface and WiFi for data transfer
Metrological Standard Functions Measurement Tasks
Batch File containing all metrological function settings and the linking to calibration necessary for
the measurement task as well as the measured readings and evaluations
Block creation Measured readings grouped in measurement blocks
Tolerance limits Adjustable, upper and lower limit values
Representativ measurement reading
(Measurement Settings)
Display and storage of the representative measurement reading of a specified number (n)
of measurements, the n measured readings are not stored.
Methods for determination of the representative measurement reading:
• Mean value from n measurements
• Maximum value from n measurements
• Middle value, determined by the maximum and minimum values of n measurements
Measurement reading acquistion Automatic upon placement of the gage probe
Measurement reading storage On/Off switchable
Measurement units µm/mm or mils/inches
Resolution of measurement reading Low (up to 1 decimal place), Medium (up to 2 decimal places), High (up to 3 decimal
places)
Air reference value acquisition During measurement, the air reference value is used to detemine the maximum depth value.
Regular measurement of the air reference value is necessary to achieve high measurement
accuracy.

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Calibration For a correct measurement of the depth of surface profiles, the gage must record the two
extreme values "Zero" and "maximum depth" (= air value). This adjustment is carried out
by a calibration. If necessary, an adjustment to 1 to 2 further depth values is also possible.
General Features
Test method ASTM D4417, Method B, and magnetic induction method ISO 2178, ASTM D7091
Factory Calibration Each individual gage is factory calibrated at several reference points with the greatest care
to ensure the highest possible degree of trueness.
Data memory The memory content is preserved even when there is no voltage supply; subsequent viewing
of the measured single readings and evaluations
• Gage variant Start with memory capacity of max. 10,000 measured readings in 1 batch
• Gage variant High with memory capacity of 250,000 measured readings in 2500
batches
Evaluation Statistics
Display of mean value of all location values, standard deviation, min/ max values, range
and number of measured locations, number of measured readings lower/upper the set limit
values
Graphic Presentation
Run-Chart, showing the progress of stored readings
Probe Single tip axial probe with spring-loaded measuring tip built-in into gage
Measuring tip: 60° tip angle; Probe tip radius: 50 µm, hard metal
Probe tip replaceable by customer using the probe tip replacement kit 605-434
Quantity of measurements Before each measurement the probe tip has to be checked! After approximately 20,000
measurements the intact probe tip may show signs of wear and should be replaced.
Display of measurement acquisition Audible by a short beep and visual by colored illuminated LED; gage variant High: Addi-
tional by gage vibration
Display for limit monitoring • Limit violation: Audible by 2 short beeps and visual by red illuminated LED; gage variant
High: Additional by gage vibration
• Measured readings between the limits: Audible by 1 short beep and visual by green
illuminated LED; gage variant High: Additional by gage vibration
Languages German and English
Presettings for batches
Only available in gage variant High
Each new batch is created with a preset measurement unit and resolution for the displayed
measured value. You can adapt these presettings to your requirements. However, you can
also change the unit of measurement and the resolution for the measured value display at
any time in the batch that has already been created.
Display • Graphic display with automatic flipping measuring presentation view (deactivatable) to
read measurement results in many different gage positions
• Setting of brightness and contrast (definable for Office, Sunlight and Night)
Data transfer
Bluetooth/WiFi only available in gage variant
High
• USB: Data transfer of single readings to a PC, Data import to MSExcel via PC-Datex soft-
ware; You can gratis download the PC-Datex program from Fischer-Homepage
• Bluetooth/WiFi: Data transfer of measurements and data transfer of batches to App PHA-
SCOPE® PAINT; Creation and export of reports via App; You can gratis download the
App from Google Play Store and Apple App Store
USB port 2.0 Type C
• For service purpose
• For connection to PC for data transfer, max. cable length: 3 m (118 inches)
Metrological Standard Functions Measurement Tasks

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Wireless interface
Only available in gage variant High
WiFi: WiFi module integrated in gage, Standards IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Bluetooth: Bluetooth module integrated in gage, Bluetooth v4.2 BR/EDR and BLE
Admissible climatic conditions
during operation
Ambient temperature Relative Humidity Altitude of location Pollution Degree
0 … +50 °C 5 … 85 %RH,
at 25 °C (77 °F),
non-condensing
up to 2000 m
(6561.7 ft (US))
(above sea level)
3
Surface temperature max. + 60 °C
Protection class (housing) IP65, measurements under water are not permissible
Weight (incl. batteries) about 392 g
Power supply • 2 batteries: Mignon, Alkaline or Lithium, LR6 - AA, 1.5 V
• 2 rechargeable batteries: Mignon, NiMH, HR6 - AA
Battery life
Specifications valid for +20 °C (+68 °F) ambi-
ent temperature and Alkaline batteries used
> 8 h for continuous measuring, brightness set to sunlight and deactivated wireless interface
Dimensions
Gage
Measurement range
0…500µm 0…19.69mils
Trueness*
Based on Fischer factory calibration standards,
20 °C (68 °F) for specimen temperature and
20 … 25 °C (68 … 77 °F) ambient tempera-
ture
000,… 100 µm: ≤ 3 µm
100 … 500 µm: ≤3 % of nominal value
0.94,… 13.94 mils: ≤ 0.12 mils
3.94 … 19.69 mils: ≤3 % of nominal value
General Features
151 mm (5.9 ")
Probe
50 mm (2 ")
45 mm
(1.8 ")
38 mm
(1.5 ")
73 mm (2.9 ")

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Repeatability Precision*
Based on Fischer factory calibration standards,
5 single readings per standard, 20 °C (68 °F)
specimen temperature and 20 … 25 °C
(68 … 77 °F) ambient temperature
100 … 100 µm: ≤ 1.5 µm
100 … 500 µm: ≤ 1.5 % of reading
0.94,… 13.94 mils: ≤ 0.06 mils
3.94 … 19.69 mils: ≤ 1.5 % of reading
*
The data for accuracy and repeatability may differ in harsh industrial environments
Influence
Curvarure Probe unsuited for measurements on curved surfaces
Edge distance No influence; for the measurement, the touchdown table of the measuring instrument must
rest completely on the surface
Scope of Supply
Gage; 2 batteries; USB cable type C to type A (1 m (39.4 inches)); calibration standard
set 605-308; guideline
Order Information MMS Inspection SPG
Gage Variant Order no. Interface Memory capacity Vibration
Start 606-034 USB max. 10,000 measured
values in 1 batch
High 606-035 USB + WiFi 250,000 measured values
in 2500 batches
We recommend ordering the probe tip replacement kit at the same time
Spare parts/accessory for
MMS Inspection SPG
Product Order no. Description
Calibration
standard set 605-308
Glass base (606-306),
2 depth standards 300 µm/11.8 mils (605-305) and
100 µm/3.94 mils (605-307)
Probe tip
replacement kit 605-434 3 measuring tips, exchange tool 605-248

Set up
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3 Set up
3.1 Installing batteries
Battery polarity
Observe the correct polarity when
inserting the batteries!
Damage to the gage
The use of defective batteries or the
wrong type of battery causes
damage to the gage. Leaking
batteries destroy the gage's elec-
tronics.
►Use only undamaged batteries.
►Use only the following battery
types:
Alkaline, 1.5 V, AA - LR6
Lithium 1.5 V, AA - LR6
NiMH rechargeable, 1.2 V, AA
- HR6
Rechargeable batteries cannot
be charged in the gage
Individual rechargeable batteries in
the gage cannot be charged via the
USB port
►Use a commercially available
charger to charge individual
rechargeable batteries.
3.2 Switching on the gage
►Press the key for approx.
1 s.
►Measurement in air: Hold the
gage in your hand and press
OK.
The display shows the main
menu or measurement view for
the batch that was open at shut-
down.
3.3 Switching off the gage
►Press the key for approx.
1 s.
What you can do next
•Setting the language: Main
Menu () > Gage Settings > OK
> Language > Select the desired
language > OK > 2 x
•Create a new batch, page 20
•Settings for measurement,
page 18