Qsonica Sonicator Q2000 User manual

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Sonicator
ULTRASONIC PROCESSOR
Part No. Q2000/Q2000F
OPERATION MANUAL
53 Church Hill Road, Newtown, CT 647
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HIGH INTENSITY ULTRASONIC PROCESSOR
2 Watt Model
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty ………………………………………………………………….……3
Important Safeguards …………………………………………………….…..4
Specifications …………………………………………………………………. -6
SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION
Inspection ……………………………………………………………………...7
Electrical Requirements ……………………………………………….….….7
Installing the Ultrasonic Processor ……………………………………….....7
Description of Components ……………………………………………….....8
Q2000 Assembly ……………………………………………………………...10-11
Q2000F Assembly …………………………………………………………….12-18
SECTION II – OPERATION
Principles of Ultrasonic Disruption …………………………………….….....19-20
Set up and Getting Started……………………………………………………21-22
Functions of Controls, Indications, and Connectors ………………...…….23-24
Preparation for Use ……………………………………………………….......2
Using the Ultrasonic Processor ………………………………………..…….26-33
SECTION III – SERVICE INFORMATION
Service and Maintenance ……………………………………...……….…….34-37
The Ultrasonic Processor supplied with this instruction manual is constructed of the
finest material and the workmanship meets the highest standards. It has been
thoroughly tested and inspected before leaving the factory and when used in accordance
with the procedures outlined in this manual, will provide you with many years of safe and
dependable service.
Rev. 12/18

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WARRANTY
Your Ultrasonic Processor is warranted for a period of two years from the date of
shipment against defects in material and workmanship under normal use as described in
this instruction manual. During the warranty period, the manufacturer will, at its option,
as the exclusive remedy, either repair or replace without charge for material and labor,
the part(s) which prove to be defective, provided the unit is returned to us properly
packed with all transportation charges prepaid.
Ultrasonic probes are guaranteed against defects for a period of one year from date of
shipment. A defective probe will be replaced once without charge, if failure occurs within
the warranty period. Wear resulting from cavitation erosion is a normal consequence of
ultrasonic processing, and is not covered by this warranty.
This warranty is in lieu of any other warranties, either express, implied, or statutory. The
manufacturer neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume for it any other
obligations or liability in connection with the sale of its products. The manufacturer
hereby disclaims any warranty of either merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose. No person or company is authorized to change, modify, or amend the terms of
this warranty in any manner whatsoever. Under no circumstances shall the manufacturer
be liable to the purchaser or any other person for any incidental or consequential
damages or loss of goodwill, production, or profit resulting from any malfunction or
failure of its product.
This warranty does not apply to equipment that has been subject to unauthorized repair,
misuse, abuse, negligence or accident. Equipment which, shows evidence of having
been used in violation of operating instructions, or which has had the serial number
altered or removed, will be ineligible for service under this warranty.
All probes are manufactured to exacting specifications and are tuned to vibrate at a
specific frequency. Using an out-of-tune probe will cause damage to the equipment and
may result in warranty nullification. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for
probes fabricated by another party or for consequential damages resulting from their
usage.
The aforementioned provisions do not extend the original warranty period of any product
that has either been repaired or replaced by the manufacturer.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE EQUIPMENT
Your Ultrasonic Processor has been designed with safety in mind. However, no design can completely protect against
improper usage, which may result in bodily injury and/or property damage. For your protection and equipment safeguard,
observe the following warnings at all times, read the operating instructions carefully before operating the equipment, and
retain this instruction manual for future reference. If the Ultrasonic Processor is used in a manner contrary to that specified
in this instruction manual, the protection features designed into the unit may be impaired. Observe the following
WARNINGS:
 High voltage is present in the generator (power supply), converter and high frequency cable. There are no user-
serviceable parts inside any of these devices. Do NOT attempt to remove the generator cover or converter case.
 Do NOT touch any open cable connections on the unit while the power is turned ON.
 Do NOT operate generator with converter disconnected from high voltage cable. High voltage is present in the cable
and may pose a shock hazard.
 Do NOT attempt to disconnect the converter high voltage cable while the unit is running.
 The generator must be properly grounded with a 3-prong plug. Test electrical outlet for proper grounding before
plugging in unit.
 Install the ultrasonic processor in an area free from excessive dust, dirt, explosive or corrosive fumes and protected
from extremes in temperature and humidity. Do not place the Generator within a Fume Hood.
 Hearing protection is highly recommended. It is recommended that a sound abating enclosure or ear protection be
used when operating the Ultrasonic Processor
 NEVER immerse the converter in liquids of any kind, or let condensed moisture or liquid drip into the converter.
 NEVER grasp an activated horn or probe. It can cause severe burns and tissue damage.
 NEVER allow a probe to vibrate in air.
 NEVER hold or clamp the converter by the front driver or by the horn itself. This can cause permanent damage to
the system. Support the converter by only clamping around the converter housing (upper portion).
 Air-cool the converter with 10psi, clean dry compressed air.
 Do NOT allow the tip of a vibrating horn or probe to touch the counter top or any other hard surface. It could damage
the probe, overload the generator, or damage the surface.
 Avoid touching the bottom or sides of a glass or plastic container with an activated probe. It could crack or shatter
the glass or melt the plastic.
 Turn OFF the power switch, unplug the generator and disconnect the power cord from the back of the generator
before attempting to replace the fuses.
 Inspect high frequency cable for cracks in the protective outer jacket.
 Do not operate unit with a damaged cable. Doing so may cause serious injury.
 In case of AC power loss, wait 3 minutes minimum before reapplying power.
 Do not turn off AC mains power while running a horn. Stop sonication via touch screen prior to stopping power.
Symbols
Caution, Risk of electric shock, Hazardous voltage
Caution, Risk of danger. Refer to User Manual.

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SPECIFICATIONS
POWER SUPPLY
MODEL NUMBER: Q-2000XXX-220, XXX=ACCESSORY
OPTIONS
POWER RATING 2000 WATTS. FREQUENCY: 20 KHz
DIMENSIONS: 7” X 1 ” X 18 ¼” (H x W x D)
178 mm x 380 mm x 463. mm
WEIGHT: 21 lbs. (9. kg)
CONVERTER
PART NUMBER: CL-294
DIAMETER: 3” (76.2 mm)
LENGTH: 6 ¼” (1 8.7mm)
WEIGHT: 2 lbs. (900 grams)
STANDARD
PROBE
PART NUMBER: 4777
DIAMETER: 1. ” (37 mm)
LENGTH: 9.6” (244 mm) REFERENCE ONLY, ACTUAL
TUNED LENGTH WILL VARY.
WEIGHT: 2.0 lbs. (900 grams) REFERENCE ONLY,
ACTUAL WEIGHT WILL VARY WITH TUNED LENGTH.
TITANIUM ALLOY
STANDARD
BOOSTER
PART NUMBER: BHN294TSI
LENGTH: ”
CONVERTER
CABLE
CABLE LENGTH 10’ (3 m)
ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
230 VAC ± 10%, 0/60 Hz, SINGLE PHASE, 20 AMPS

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POLLUTION
DEGREE
2
INSTALLATION
CATEGORY
II
ENVIRONMENT
INDOOR USE ONLY
HUMIDITY
MAXIMUM RELATIVE HUMIDITY 80 % FOR
TEMPERATURES UP TO 31°C DECREASING
LINERALY TO 0% RELATIVE HUMIDITY AT 40°C
OPERATING LIMITS
TEMPERATURE: 41°F – 104°F ( °C - 40°C)
ALTITUDE: 6,6 1 FEET (2000 METERS)
SHIPPI
NG/STORAGE
LIMITS
TEMPERATURE: -4°F – 120°F (-20°C - 49°C)
RELATIVE HUMIDITY: 10 – 9 % (NON CODENSING)
ALTITUDE: 40,000 FEET (12,192 METERS)
RESTRICITION OF
HAZORDOUS
SUBSTANCE (RoHS)
RoHS
*Only use IEC approved Fast acting fuses, Cooper Bussman series S 00.
The Power Cord supplied with the ultrasonic processor must be used. If the 230V plug is
not configured to match the wall receptacle, a properly grounded universal AC socket adapter
must be added.
Important: Universal adapters do not convert voltage or frequency. The manufacturer is not
responsible for damage caused by the use of an improper power cord or adapter. Transformers
are not recommended.
WEEE Statement
This product contains electrical or electronic materials. The presence of these materials may, if
not disposed of properly, have potential adverse effects on the environment and human health.
Presence of this label on the product means it should not be disposed of as unsorted waste and
must be collected separately. s a consumer, you are responsible for ensuring that this product
is disposed of properly. To find out how to properly dispose of this product contact Customer
Service.

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SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION
INSPECTION
Prior to installing the Ultrasonic Processor, perform a visual inspection to detect
any evidence of damage, which might have occurred during shipment. Before
disposing of any packaging material, check it carefully for small items.
The equipment was thoroughly inspected and carefully packed before leaving our
factory. The carrier, upon acceptance of the shipment, assumed responsibility for
its safe delivery. Claims for loss or damage sustained in transit must be
submitted to the carrier.
If damage has occurred, contact your carrier within 48 hours of the delivery date.
DO NOT OPERATE DAMAGED EQUIPMENT. Retain all packing materials for
future shipment.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The Ultrasonic Processor requires a fused, single phase 3-terminal grounding
type electrical outlet capable of supplying 23 +/- 1 % VAC, 5 /6 Hz, 2 amps.
INSTALLING THE ULTRASONIC PROCESSOR
The ultrasonic processor should be installed in an area that is free from excessive dust,
dirt, explosive and corrosive fumes, and extremes of temperature and humidity. If
processing flammable liquids, use an approved fume hood and do not place the power
supply in the fume hood.
Unit shall be placed on a flat clean level surface. The mounting feet shall not be
removed from the bottom of the unit. The unit vents through the holes in the chassis
located on the underside of the unit. Keep this area clear of debris and dust.
When positioning the unit, be sure to leave adequate space behind the unit so that all
connections can be easily disconnected.
Verify the Fan on the rear of the unit is rotating and operational.
WARNING
For your personal safety, do not, under
any circumstances, defeat the grounding
feature of the power cord by removing the
grounding prong.

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DESCRIPTION OF COMPONENTS
The model Q2000 includes a 1.5” Diameter High Intensity Probe (Part 4777)
Po
wer Supply
Converter
(Part #CL-294)
Booster
(Part # 4121TI)
Probe
(Part #4777)
Converter Cable
Compressed Air Hose
Stand with
Clamp

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Q2 REAR PANEL
Cooling Fan
Converter
Cable
Connector
Power Cord
Connector
Temperature Probe
Connector
Fuses
Footswitch
Jack
DB9
Connector

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Q2 ASSEMBLY
1. Screw the
converter to
booster by hand .
2. Set the Torque
wrench to 64. ft.lb.
Use the spanner
wrench and Torque
wrench to tightly
attach the
converter to the
booster.

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3. Screw the
booster to the horn
by hand.
4. Set the Torque
wrench to 64. ft.lb.
Use the spanner
wrench and Torque
wrench to tightly
attach horn to
booster.

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Q2 F ASSEMBLY (Optional Flocell Accessory)
Chiller
Sound Enclosure
with Flocell
Power Supply

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1. Screw the
converter to booster
by hand.
2. Set the Torque
wrench to 64. ft.lb.
Use the spanner
wrench and Torque
wrench to tightly
attach the
converter to the
booster.

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3. Slide o-ring onto
the probe flange as
shown.
4. Place flocell lid
above the o-ring.
. Screw the booster
to probe by hand.
6. Set the Torque
wrench to 64. ft.lb.
With the probe and
lid hanging over the
edge of the benchtop
- use the spanner
wrench and Torque
wrench to tightly
attach the converter
to booster.

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7. Slide o-ring to the
bottom of probe
flange as shown.
8. Align gasket in
groove on the lower
inlet chamber.
9. Attach to flocell
body and lock tri-
clamp.

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10. Align gasket in
groove on top of
flocell.
11. Insert probe and
lid on top of flocell.
13. Attach to flocell
body and lock tri-
clamp.

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14. Insert gasket and
flocell as shown.
15. Lock tri-clamp

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SECTION II – OPERATION
PRINCIPLES OF ULTRASONIC DISRUPTION
The ultrasonic electronic generator transforms AC line power to a 20 KHz signal that
drives a piezoelectric converter/transducer. This electrical signal is converted by the
transducer to a mechanical vibration due to the characteristics of the internal
piezoelectric crystals.
The vibration is amplified and transmitted down the length of the horn/probe where the
tip longitudinally expands and contracts. The distance the tip travels is dependent on
the amplitude selected by the user. As you increase the amplitude setting the sonication
intensity will increase within your sample.
In liquid, the rapid vibration of the tip causes cavitation, the formation and violent
collapse of microscopic bubbles. The collapse of thousands of cavitation bubbles
releases tremendous energy in the cavitation field. The erosion and shock effect of the
collapse of the cavitation bubble is the primary mechanism of fluid processing.
Please consult with a product specialist for assistance with selecting a probe for your
application.
Relationship of Amplitude and Wattage
Sonication power is measured in watts. Amplitude is a measurement of the excursion of
the tip of the probe (probe is also known as a horn).
Some ultrasonic processors have a wattage display. During operation, the wattage
displayed is the energy required to drive the radiating face of a probe, at that specific
amplitude setting against a specific load, at that particular moment. For example, the
unit experiences a higher load when processing viscous samples then when compared
to aqueous samples.
The speed /cruise control on an automobile, can, to a certain extent, be compared to an
Ultrasonic Processor. The speed/cruise control is designed to ensure that the vehicle
maintains a constant rate of travel. As the terrain elevations change, so do the power
requirements. The cruise control senses these requirements, and automatically adjusts
the amount of power delivered by the engine in order to compensate for these ever
changing conditions. The greater the terrain rate of incline and greater the resistance to
the movement of the vehicle, the greater the amount of power that will be delivered by
the engine to overcome that resistance and maintain a constant speed.
The ultrasonic processor was designed to deliver constant amplitude, to your liquid
sample, regardless of these changes in load (much like the vehicle’s cruise control
described above). As a liquid is processed, the load on the probe will vary due to
changes in the liquid sample (i.e. viscosity, concentration, temperature, etc.). As the
resistance to the movement of the probe increases (increased load on the probe),
additional power will be delivered by the power supply to ensure that the excursion at the

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probe tip remains constant. The displayed wattage readings will vary as the load
changes, however the amplitude will remain the same.
The resistance to the movement of the probe determines how much power will be
delivered to maintain amplitude. For example, a 1/2” probe at 100% amplitude will
require approximately watts to operate in air. The amplitude of this probe is
approximately 100um. Insert the probe in water and the wattage reading will increase to
approximately 90 watts. The wattage required to operate the probe will increase as the
load increases but the amplitude remains the same.
The amplitude control allows the ultrasonic vibrations at the probe tip to be set to any
desired level. Although the degree of cavitation/ultrasonic energy required to process
the sample can readily be determined by visual observation, the amount of power
required cannot be predetermined. A sensing network continuously monitors the output
requirements, and automatically adjusts the power to maintain the amplitude at the
preselected level. The greater the resistance to the movement of the probe due to
higher viscosity, deeper immersion of the probe into the sample, larger probe diameter
or higher pressure, the greater the amount of power that will be delivered to the probe.
Setting the amplitude control to its maximum will not cause the maximum power rating of
the unit to be delivered to the sample. The maximum power (2,000 watts) that the
Ultrasonic Processor is capable of delivering will only be delivered when the resistance
to the movement of the probe is high enough to draw maximum wattage.
It is the intensity of cavitation that determines the effectiveness of the sonication, not the
total power applied to the system. Intensity is directly related to the amplitude of the
radiating face of the tip or horn. It is amplitude that must be provided, maintained, and
monitored. The unit provides controlled amplitude under varying load conditions in order
to give reproducible results.