Fluke 2100 User manual

PN 3729079
November 2013
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2100
Temperature Controller
User Manual
Via Acquanera, 29 22100 Como
tel. 031.526.566 (r.a.) fax 031.507.984
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Each Fluke product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and
service. The warranty period is two years and begins on the date of shipment. Parts, product repairs, and
services are warranted for 90 days. This warranty extends only to the original buyer or end-user customer of
a Fluke authorized reseller, and does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries, or to any product which, in
Fluke's opinion, has been misused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by accident or abnormal
conditions of operation or handling. Fluke warrants that software will operate substantially in accordance
with its functional specifications for 90 days and that it has been properly recorded on non-defective media.
Fluke does not warrant that software will be error free or operate without interruption.
Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end-user customers
only but have no authority to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Fluke. Warranty support is
available only if product is purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet or Buyer has paid the
applicable international price. Fluke reserves the right to invoice Buyer for importation costs of
repair/replacement parts when product purchased in one country is submitted for repair in another country.
Fluke's warranty obligation is limited, at Fluke's option, to refund of the purchase price, free of charge repair,
or replacement of a defective product which is returned to a Fluke authorized service center within the
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To obtain warranty service, contact your nearest Fluke authorized service center to obtain return
authorization information, then send the product to that service center, with a description of the difficulty,
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condition of operation or handling, including overvoltage failures caused by use outside the product’s
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Fluke Corporation
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Everett, WA 98206-9090
U.S.A.
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5602 BD Eindhoven
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11/99

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Table of Contents
Chapter Title Page
1 Before You Start .................................................................................. 1-1
1.1 Introduction................................................................................ 1-1
1.2 Symbols Used............................................................................ 1-2
1.3 Safety Information ........................................................................ 1-2
1.3.1 WARNINGS............................................................................ 1-3
1.3.2 CAUTIONS ............................................................................ 1-5
1.4 Authorized Service Centers....................................................... 1-7
Specifications and Environmental Conditions............................................. 2-1
2.1 Specifications............................................................................. 2-1
2.2 Environmental Conditions.......................................................... 2-2
Quick Start ....................................................................................................... 3-1
3.1 Unpacking.................................................................................. 3-1
3.2 Set Up........................................................................................ 3-2
3.3 Setting the Temperature ............................................................ 3-2
Installation ....................................................................................................... 4-1
4.1 Setup ......................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Heater/Stirrer ............................................................................. 4-1
4.3 Control Probe............................................................................. 4-2
4.4 Thermocouple............................................................................ 4-3
4.5 Power ........................................................................................ 4-3
4.6 Fuses......................................................................................... 4-4
Parts and Controls .......................................................................................... 5-1
5.1 Control System .......................................................................... 5-1
5.2 Temperature Controller.............................................................. 5-1
5.3 Front Panel ................................................................................ 5-2
5.4 Rear Panel................................................................................. 5-3
Controller Operation ....................................................................................... 6-1

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6.1 Process temperature ................................................................. 6-1
6.2 Reset Cutout.............................................................................. 6-1
6.3 Temperature Set-point .................................................................. 6-3
6.3.1 Programmable Set-points ...................................................... 6-3
6.3.2 Set-point Value ...................................................................... 6-4
6.3.3 Set-point Vernier.................................................................... 6-4
6.4 Temperature Scale Units........................................................... 6-5
6.5 Secondary Menu........................................................................ 6-6
6.6 Heater Power ............................................................................. 6-6
6.7 Proportional Band...................................................................... 6-6
6.8 Cutout ........................................................................................ 6-8
6.9 Controller Configuration............................................................. 6-9
6.10 Probe Parameters RTD Sensor................................................. 6-9
6.10.1 R0 .......................................................................................... 6-10
6.10.2 ALPHA ................................................................................... 6-10
6.11 Probe Parameters Thermistor Sensor ....................................... 6-10
6.11.1 D0 .......................................................................................... 6-10
6.11.2 DG ......................................................................................... 6-10
6.12 Operating Parameters ............................................................... 6-10
6.12.1 Cutout Reset Mode................................................................ 6-10
6.13 Serial Interface Parameters.......................................................... 6-11
6.13.1 Baud Rate.............................................................................. 6-11
6.13.2 Sample Period ....................................................................... 6-12
6.13.3 Duplex Mode.......................................................................... 6-12
6.13.4 Linefeed ................................................................................. 6-12
6.14 IEEE-488 Parameters............................................................ 6-13
6.14.1 IEEE-488 Address ................................................................. 6-13
6.15 Calibration Parameters .............................................................. 6-13
6.15.1 CTO ....................................................................................... 6-14
6.15.2 CO and CG ............................................................................ 6-14
6.15.3 H and L .................................................................................. 6-14
6.16 Operation Summary................................................................... 6-14
Digital Communication Interface ................................................................... 7-1
7.1 Serial Communications.............................................................. 7-1
7.1.1 Wiring..................................................................................... 7-2
7.1.2 Setup ..................................................................................... 7-2
7.1.2.1 Baud Rate.......................................................................... 7-2
7.1.2.2 Sample Period ................................................................... 7-2
7.1.2.3 Duplex Mode...................................................................... 7-3
7.1.2.4 Linefeed ............................................................................. 7-3
7.1.3 Serial Operation..................................................................... 7-3
7.2 IEEE-488 Communication (optional) ......................................... 7-3
7.2.1 Setup and Address Selection ................................................ 7-3
7.2.2 IEEE-488 Operation............................................................... 7-4
7.3 Interface Commands ................................................................. 7-4
Calibration Procedure..................................................................................... 8-1
8.1 RTD Probe Calibration............................................................... 8-1
8.1.1 Calibration Points................................................................... 8-1
8.1.2 Measuring the Set-point Error................................................ 8-2
8.1.3 Computing R0 and ALPHA .................................................... 8-2
8.2 Calibration Example................................................................... 8-3
8.3 Thermistor Probe Calibration..................................................... 8-3

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8.3.1 Calibration Points................................................................... 8-3
8.3.2 Measuring the Set-point Error................................................ 8-4
8.3.3 Computing DO and DG.......................................................... 8-5
8.3.4 Calibration Example............................................................... 8-5
Maintenance .................................................................................................... 9-1
9.1 Maintenance .............................................................................. 9-1
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................. 10-1
10.1 Troubleshooting......................................................................... 10-1
10.2 Comments ................................................................................. 10-5
10.2.1 EMC Directive........................................................................ 10-5
10.2.2 Low Voltage Directive (Safety) .............................................. 10-5

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List of Tables
Table Title Page
1. International Electrical Symbols ................................................................ 1-2
2. Specifications ............................................................................................ 2-1
3. 2100 Controller Communications Commands........................................... 7-5

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List of Figures
Figure Title Page
1. Controller to Heater Wiring........................................................................ 4-2
2. RTD Probe Wiring ..................................................................................... 4-3
3. Cutout Probe Connections ........................................................................ 4-3
4. Front Panel Features................................................................................. 5-3
5. Back Panel Features ................................................................................. 5-4
6. Controller Operation Flowchart ................................................................. 6-2
7. System Temperature Fluctuations at Various Proportional Band Settings 6-7
8. Serial Interface Cable Wiring..................................................................... 7-2
9. Calibration Example — Platinum RTD Probe............................................ 8-4
10. Calibration Example — Thermistor Probe................................................. 8-6

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Chapter 1
Before You Start
1.1 Introduction
The Fluke Calibration 2100 is a solid state temperature controller. It is specifically
designed to control the temperature of fluid baths but is well suited for many
other applications as well. The unique combination of analog and digital
electronic circuitry provides exceptional accuracy and stability together with ease
of operation and programmability.
Temperature sensing is done with a 4-wire 100 ohm platinum resistance probe
(thermistor probe optionally available) which plugs into the back of the controller.
To maintain a constant temperature the controller adjusts the pulses of power
supplied to the heater by means of a solid-state relay. The maximum current
rating of the controller is 10 amps. Any combination of heater or stirrer may be
connected to the controller as long as the combined current does not exceed 10
amps.
The 2100 controller can be easily programmed via the four-button front panel or
by the optional serial interface. Programming allows the user to set the control
temperature, units °C or °F, the proportional band, and the calibration variables.
The process or actual temperature is continuously displayed on a bright green
LED panel. The percent heating power may also be monitored.
An added safety device, the over-temperature cutout, is also programmable. This
built in feature protects the system from fault conditions causing excessive
temperatures by disabling the heater if the temperature sensed by a separate
thermocouple probe exceeds the cutout set-point.
Before using the 2100 controller, you should understand the proper setup and
operation.

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1.2 Symbols Used
Table 1 lists the International Electrical Symbols. Some or all of these symbols
may be used on the instrument or in this manual.
Table 1. International Electrical Symbols
Symbol Description
AC (Alternating Current)
AC-DC
Battery
CE Complies with European Union Directives
DC
Double Insulated
Electric Shock
Fuse
PE Ground
Hot Surface (Burn Hazard)
Read the User’s Manual (Important Information)
O Off
I On
 Canadian Standards Association
CATII
OVERVOLTAGE (Installation) CATEGORY II, Pollution
Degree 2 per IEC1010-1 refers to the level of Impulse
Withstand Voltage protection provided. Equipment of
OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II is energy-consuming
equipment to be supplied from the fixed installation. Examples
include household, office, and laboratory appliances.
C-TIC Australian EMC Mark
The European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) mark
1.3 Safety Information
Use this instrument only as specified in this manual. Otherwise, the protection
provided by the instrument may be impaired.
The following definitions apply to the terms “Warning” and “Caution”.
•“WARNING” identifies conditions and actions that may pose hazards to the
user.
•“CAUTION” identifies conditions and actions that may damage the instrument
being used.

Before You Start
1.3 Safety Information1
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1.3.1 WARNINGS
WARNINGS
To avoid personal injury, follow these guidelines.
GENERAL
•The instrument does not come with a system cutout, unless
purchased as an option. If not purchased with the
controller, the user should provide a bi-metal cutout or
other safety device for the system. A cutout device
compatible with the controller can be purchased from Hart
Scientific.
•DO NOT use the instrument for any application other than
calibration work. The instrument was designed for
temperature calibration. Any other use of the instrument
may cause unknown hazards to the user.
•DO NOT use the instrument in environments other than
those listed in the user’s guide.
•Follow all safety guidelines listed in the user’s manual.
•Calibration Equipment should only be used by Trained
Personnel.
•If this instrument is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the instrument
may be impaired.
•If the instrument is used to control a calibration heat
source, insure the heater is wired correctly (see Figure 1).
•Before initial use, or after transport, or after storage in
humid or semi-humid environments, or anytime the dry-well
has not been energized for more than 10 days, the
instrument needs to be energized for a “dry-out” period of 2
hours before it can be assumed to meet all of the safety
requirements of the IEC-61010-1. If the product is wet or has
been in a wet environment, take necessary measures to
remove moisture prior to applying power such as storage in
a low humidity temperature chamber operating at 50 °C for 4
hours or more.
•The instrument is intended for indoor use only.
•The instrument is a precision instrument. Although it has
been designed for optimum durability and trouble free
operation, it must be handled with care.

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•Operate the instrument in room temperatures listed in
Section 2.2, Environmental Conditions. The instrument is
not vented. Therefore, clearance for ventilation is not a
requirement. However, do not place the instrument on top of
a calibration bath or dry-well where it would be in contact or
direct path of heat.
•DO NOT stack items on top of the instrument.
BURN HAZARD
•The instrument can be used to control instruments which
generate extreme temperatures. Precautions must be taken
to prevent personal injury or damage to objects. Probes
may be extremely hot or cold when removed from a
calibration bath. Cautiously handle probes to prevent
personal injury. Carefully place probes on a heat resistant
surface or rack until they are at room temperature.
•Fires and severe burns may result if personnel fail to
observe safety precautions.
ELECTRICAL HAZARD
•These guidelines must be followed to ensure that the safety
mechanisms in this instrument will operate properly. The
instrument must be plugged into an appropriate outlet as
specified in Section 2.1, Specifications. Also, the current
and voltage capability of the instrument must not be
exceeded. The power cord of the instrument is equipped
with a three-pronged grounding plug for your protection
against electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged directly
into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. The
receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codes
and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT use
an extension cord or adapter plug.
•DO use a ground fault interrupt device. This system that is
controlled by this instrument may contain a fluid. A ground
fault device is advised in case fluid is present in the
electrical system and could cause an electrical shock.
•Always replace the power cord with an approved cord of the
correct rating and type. If you have questions, contact an
Authorized Service Center (see Section 1.4).
•High voltage is used in the operation of this equipment.
Severe injury or death may result if personnel fail to
observe the safety precautions. Before working inside the
instrument, turn off the power and disconnect the power
cord.

Before You Start
1.3 Safety Information1
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FLUIDS
•Fluids used in the system controlled by this instrument may
produce noxious or toxic fumes under certain
circumstances. Consult the fluid manufacturer’s MSDS
(Material Safety Data Sheet). Proper ventilation and safety
precautions must be observed.
•The instrument is equipped with a soft cutout (adjustable
parameter) and a hard cutout (set at the factory) Adjust the
soft cutout according to fluid characteristics or application.
As a guideline, the soft cutout should be set 10 °C to 15 °C
below the flash point of the fluid (see Section 6.8, Cutout).
Insure that the flash point, boiling point, or other key fluid
characteristics are not exceeded.
1.3.2 CAUTIONS
CAUTION
To avoid possible damage to the instrument, follow these
guidelines.
•DO NOT plug the instrument into 230 V if the indicator
window of the power entry module reads 115 V. This action
will cause the fuses to blow and may damage the
instrument.
•DO use a ground fault interrupt device.
•Operate the instrument in room temperatures as listed in
Section 2.2, Environmental Conditions.
•Calibration constants should only be changed by trained
personnel. The correct setting of these parameters is
important to the safety and proper operation of the
instrument.
•The Factory Reset Sequence should be performed only by
authorized personnel if no other action is successful in
correcting a malfunction. You must have a copy of the most
recent Report of Test to restore the test parameters.
•DO NOT operate this instrument in an excessively wet, oily,
dusty, or dirty environment or place in locations where hot
or cold liquids are splashed on it.
•Most probes have handle temperature limits. Be sure that
the probe handle temperature limit is not exceeded in the air
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•The instrument and any thermometer probes used with it
are sensitive instruments that can be easily damaged.
Always handle these devices with care. Do not allow them
to be dropped, struck, stressed, or overheated.
•DO NOT use this instrument in a system that exceeds the
current capability of the instrument as listed in Section 2.1,
Specifications.
•DO NOT replace fuse(s) with one of a higher current rating
or type. Always replace the fuse with one of the same rating,
voltage, and type. The current rating listed in Section 2.1,
Specifications, 7 is the maximum for the instrument. If the
instrument is connected to a system which uses less than
the maximum capability of this instrument, the fuses need
to be changed in order to be correct for the system. Once
the instrument is connected to the system, the system
current needs to be measured or calculated and the
appropriate fuse size and characteristics selected. Section
4.6, Fuses, can be used as a guide for selecting a fuse.
•Once the correct fuse type and rating is selected, the
following information is applicable. The instrument is
equipped with operator accessible fuses. If a fuse blows, it
may be due to a power surge or failure of a component.
Replace the fuses once. If a fuse blows a second time, it is
likely caused by failure of a component. As a test
disconnect the output device (heater) and apply power to
the rest of the system. Check to see if the fuse(s) blow. If
the fuse(s) blow only when an output device (heater, stirrer)
is connected, the fault may be in the system component. If
not, contact an Authorized Service Center (see Section 1.4).
•If a mains supply power fluctuation occurs, immediately
turn off the instrument. Power bumps from brown-outs and
black-outs can damage the system.
•Wait until the power has stabilized before re-energizing the
instrument.
•For best accuracy, the instrument needs to be calibrated
with the system it controls.

Before You Start
1.4 Authorized Service Centers1
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1.4 Authorized Service Centers
Please contact one of the following authorized Service Centers to coordinate
service on your Hart product:
Fluke Corporation, Hart Scientific Division
799 E. Utah Valley Drive
American Fork, UT 84003-9775
USA
Phone: [phone]
Telefax: +1.801.763.1010
E-mail: [email protected]
Fluke Nederland B.V.
Customer Support Services
Science Park Eindhoven 5108
5692 EC Son
NETHERLANDS
Phone: [phone]
Telefax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Fluke Int'l Corporation
Service Center - Instrimpex
Room 2301 Sciteck Tower
22 Jianguomenwai Dajie
Chao Yang District
Beijing 100004, PRC
CHINA
Phone: [phone]
Telefax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]

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Fluke South East Asia Pte Ltd.
Fluke ASEAN Regional Office
Service Center
60 Alexandra Terrace #03-16
The Comtech (Lobby D)
118502
SINGAPORE
Phone: [phone]
Telefax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
When contacting these Service Centers for support, please have the following
information available:
•Model Number
•Serial Number
•Voltage
•Complete description of the problem

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Chapter 2
Specifications and Environmental
Conditions
2.1 Specifications
Table 2. Specifications
Temperature Range −100 °C to 670 °C ( −148 °F to 1238 °F)
Accuracy Capability †±0.1 °C
Stability Capability †2100-T: ±0.0005 °C; 2100-P: ±0.001 °C
Stabilization Time approximately 30 minutes (depends on system design)
Control Probe 100 ΩRTD, 4 wire (3 wire linearized thermistor optional,
probe type set at the factory)
Resolution 0.0002 °C/ °F in high-resolution mode
Readout Switchable °C or °F
Controller Hybrid Digital/Analog controller with data retention
Fault Protection High temperature cutout (Type K thermocouple input)
Sensor burnout and short protection
Cutout Accuracy ±10 °C
Combined Auxiliary and
Heater Output (max)
115 VAC ( ±10 %), 50/60 Hz, 7.8 A, 895 W
230 VAC ( ±10 %), 50/60 Hz, 7.8 A, 1795 W
Power (max) 115 VAC ( ±10 %), 50/60 Hz, 8 A, 1150 W
230 VAC ( ±10 %), 50/60 Hz, 8 A, 2300 W
Note: Internal electronics require 0.2 A to operate.
System Fuses 10 A 250 V fast acting (max) 
Exterior Dimension 72 mm H x 172 mm W x 250 mm D (2.83 in x 6.75 in x
9.86 in)
Weight 1.8 kg (4 lbs.)
Safety OVERVOLTAGE (Installation) CATEGORY II, Pollution
Degree 2 per IEC-61010-1
†Performance is dependent on system design including the control sensor. Capabilities are
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2.2 Environmental Conditions
Although the instrument has been designed for optimum durability and trouble-
free operation, it must be handled with care. The instrument should not be
operated in an excessively dusty or dirty environment. Maintenance and cleaning
recommendations can be found in the Maintenance Section of this manual.
The instrument operates safely under the following conditions:
•ambient temperature range: 5 – 50 °C (41 – 122 °F)
•ambient relative humidity: maximum 80 %for temperature <31 °C, decreasing
linearly to 50 %at 40 °C
•pressure: 75kPa - 106kPa
•mains voltage within ±10 %of nominal
•vibrations in the calibration environment should be minimized
•altitude less than 2,000 meters
•indoor use only