Rotronic HygroClip2 ADVANCED User manual

HygroClip2 ADVANCED
Humidity Temperature Probes
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Table of contents
1Overview.................................................................................................................................................3
1.1 Hardware and software compatibility ...................................................................................................3
2Models....................................................................................................................................................4
3General description.............................................................................................................................18
3.1 Power supply......................................................................................................................................18
3.2 Measured parameters........................................................................................................................18
3.3 Calculated parameters.......................................................................................................................18
3.4 Analog output signals.........................................................................................................................18
3.5 Digital interface..................................................................................................................................19
3.6 Communication protocol ....................................................................................................................19
3.7Connector ..........................................................................................................................................20
3.8 Sensor protection (dust filter).............................................................................................................21
4User configurable settings and functions.........................................................................................23
4.1 Function overview..............................................................................................................................24
4.2 Factory default settings......................................................................................................................26
5Mechanical installation .......................................................................................................................27
6Electrical installation...........................................................................................................................28
6.1General connection information .........................................................................................................28
6.2 Signal cable information.....................................................................................................................28
6.3 Analog signal wiring...........................................................................................................................29
6.4 Digital signal wiring............................................................................................................................29
6.5 Grounding..........................................................................................................................................29
7Operation..............................................................................................................................................30
7.1 Minimum load requirements for the probe voltage outputs ................................................................30
7.2 Connectivity examples for stand-alone probes...................................................................................31
7.3 Hand-held probes used with an indicator...........................................................................................32
8Maintenance.........................................................................................................................................33
8.1 Cleaning or replacing the dust filter....................................................................................................33
8.2 Periodic calibration check ..................................................................................................................33
8.3 Validation of the output signals transmission.....................................................................................33
9Firmware updates................................................................................................................................34
10 Technical data......................................................................................................................................35
11 Accessories and parts ........................................................................................................................38
12 Supporting documents .......................................................................................................................39
13 Document releases..............................................................................................................................40
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Applicability:
This manual applies to all HC2A probes with firmware version 1.x. Changes to the last digit of the version
number reflect minor firmware changes that do not affect the manner in which the probe should be operated.
1 Overview
The HC2A series are digital humidity-temperature probes based on the AirChip3000 technology. These probes
feature a UART serial interface and two 0…1 V linear analog output signals.
The HC2A probes are designed for use with the HygroClip2 generation of ROTRONIC humidity-temperature
instruments: transmitters, data loggers, hand-helds, etc.
The HC2A probes can also be used as a stand-alone device using either the analog output signals or the probe
digital interface. Connectors, cables and digital interface adapters are available to this purpose. Digital
integration with OEM applications is facilitated by the probe communication protocol options.
The HC2A probes offer the following user functions:
oUser configurable settings
oCalculation of the dew or frost point
oHumidity temperature calibration and adjustment
oSimulator mode
oData recording
The ability for the user to easily update the AirChip3000 firmware means that the HC2A probes can be kept up-
to-date regarding any future functionality improvement.
Available in different configurations, the HC2A probe series is designed to meet the requirements of a large
number of applications and environments.
1.1 Hardware and software compatibility
The HC2A probes are compatible only with the AirChip3000 generation of ROTRONIC humidity-temperature
instruments.
Configuration of the HC2A probes and access to the probe functions requires a PC with the ROTRONIC HW4
software version 3.7 or higher or connection to a compatible instrument from ROTRONIC.
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2 Models
In the following tables, we have indicated the type of instrument primarily used with each probe model. The
following should also be noted:
oThe HC2A probes canbe directly connected to a PCor to an Ethernet network using one of the available
digital interface adapters (see separate document E-M-HC2-accessories).
oThe HC2A Probes can also be used as a standalone device with two analog output signals. Different
connectors are available to this purpose (see separate document E-M-HC2-accessories).
Regardless of the probe model, the analog outputs signals are always scaled in the same way by the factory
(0…1 V = 0…100 %RH and 0…1 V = -40…60 °C). The user is responsible for reconfiguring the probe analog
outputs (requires the ROTRONIC HW4 software) and for providing power to the probe.
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Climate measurement
For use with indicators, data loggers and transmitters, with or without an extension cable
HC2A-S
Accuracy: ±0.8 %RH, ±0.1 K at 10…30 °C
Humidity measuring range: 0…100 %RH
Temperature limits: -50…100 °C (-58…212 °F)
Diameter: 15 mm (0.6”)
Length: 108 mm (3.3”)
Housing material: Polycarbonate, black
Standard dust filter: Polyethylene, 40 µm
Sensor: HYGROMER®HT-1
Weight: 10 g (0.35 oz)
HC2A-S3
Accuracy: ±0.8 %RH, ±0.1 K at 10…30 °C
Humidity measuring range: 0…100 %RH
Temperature limits: -50…100 °C (-58…212 °F)
Diameter: 15 mm (0.6”)
Length: 108 mm (3.3”)
Housing material: Polycarbonate, white
Standard dust filter: Polyethylene, 40 µm
Sensor: HYGROMER®HT-1
Weight: 10 g (0.35 oz)
HC2A-S-HH
Accuracy: ±0.8 %RH, ±0.1 K at 10…30 °C
Humidity measuring range: 0…100 %RH
Temperature limits: -50…100 °C (-58…212 °F)
Diameter: 15 mm (0.6”)
Length: 108 mm (3.3”)
Housing material: Polycarbonate, black
Standard dust filter: None
Sensor: HYGROMER®HH-1
Weight: 10 g (0.35 oz)
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Climate measurement
For use with indicators, data loggers and transmitters, with or without an extension cable
HC2A-SM
Accuracy: ±0.8 %RH, ±0.1 K at 10…30 °C
Humidity measuring range: 0…100 %RH
Temperature limits: -50…100 °C (-58…212 °F)
Diameter: 15 mm (0.6”)
Length: 108 mm (3.3”)
Housing material: Stainless steel, DIN 1.4301
Standard dust filter: Wiremesh filter, 10 µm, DIN 1.4401
Sensor: HYGROMER®HT-1
Weight: 50 g (1.76 oz)
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Process measurement
For use with transmitters and data loggers
HC2A-IC102
HC2A-IC105
Accuracy: ±0.8 %RH, ±0.1 K at 10…30 °C
Humidity measuring range: 0…100 %RH
Temperature limits at sensor: -100...190 °C / 200 °C1(-148…374 / 392 °F)
Diameter barrel: 15 mm (0.6”)
Length (probe head): 144 mm (5.7”)
Cable length: 2 m (6.5 ft)
5 m (16.4 ft)
Housing material: PEEK
Standard filter: None, must be ordered separately
Sensor: HYGROMER®HT-1
Weight: 230 g / 8.1 oz, 2 m cable
470 g / 16.6 oz, 5 m cable
HC2A-IC302
HC2A-IC305
Accuracy: ±0.8 %RH, ±0.1 K at 10…30 °C
Humidity measuring range: 0…100 %RH
Temperature limits at sensor: -100...190 °C / 200 °C1(-148…374 / 392 °F)
Diameter barrel: 15 mm (0.6”)
Length (probe head): 294 mm (11.6”)
Cable length: 2 m (6.5 ft)
5 m (16.4 ft)
Housing material: PEEK
Standard filter: None, must be ordered separately
Sensor: HYGROMER®HT-1
Weight: 260 g / 9.2 oz, 2 m cable
500 g / 17.6 oz, 5 m cable
1The peak load at 200 °C is 100 h. See the sensor data sheet for detailed information on the pollution loads for the
sensor.
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HC2A-IC402
HC2A-IC405
Accuracy: ±0.8 %RH, ±0.1 K at 10…30 °C
Humidity measuring range: 0…100 %RH
Temperature limits at sensor: -100...190 °C / 200 °C2(-148…374 / 392 °F)
Diameter barrel: 15 mm (0.6”)
Length (probe head): 444 mm (17.5”)
Cable length: 2 m (6.5 ft)
5 m (16.4 ft)
Housing material: PEEK
Standard filter: None, must be ordered separately
Sensor: HYGROMER®HT-1
Weight: 290 g / 10.2 oz, 2 m cable
530 g / 18.7 oz, 5 m cable
HC2A-IC502
HC2A-IC505
Accuracy: ±0.8 %RH, ±0.1 K at 10…30 °C
Humidity measuring range: 0…100 %RH
Temperature limits at sensor: -100...190 °C / 200 °C2(-148…374 / 392 °F)
Diameter barrel: 15 mm (0.6”)
Length (probe head): 594 mm (23.4”)
Cable length: 2 m (6.5 ft)
5 m (16.4 ft)
Housing material: PEEK
Standard filter: None, must be ordered separately
Sensor: HYGROMER®HT-1
Weight: 320 g / 11.3 oz, 2 m cable
560 g / 19.8 oz, 5 m cable
2The peak load at 200 °C is 100 h. See the sensor data sheet for detailed information on the pollution loads for the
sensor.
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HC2A-IC702
HC2A-IC705
Accuracy: ±0.8 %RH, ±0.1 K at 10…30 °C
Humidity measuring range: 0…100 %RH
Temperature limits at sensor: -100...190 °C / 200 °C3(-148…374 / 392 °F)
Diameter barrel: 15 mm (0.6”)
Length (probe head): 744 mm (29.3”)
Cable length: 2 m (6.5 ft)
5 m (16.4 ft)
Housing material: PEEK
Standard filter: None, must be ordered separately
Sensor: HYGROMER®HT-1
Weight: 350 g / 12.3 oz, 2 m cable
590 g / 20.8 oz, 5 m cable
3The peak load at 200 °C is 100 h. See the sensor data sheet for detailed information on the pollution loads for the
sensor.
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Process measurement for hydrogen peroxide H2O2 applications
For use with transmitters and data loggers
HC2A-IC102-HH
HC2A-IC105-HH
Accuracy: ±1.2 %RH, ±0.1 K at 10…30 °C
Humidity measuring range: 0…100 %RH
Temperature limits at sensor: -50…120 °C (-148…392 °F)
Diameter barrel: 15 mm (0.6”)
Length (probe head): 144 mm (5.7”)
Cable length: 2 m (6.5 ft)
5 m (16.4 ft)
Housing material: PEEK
Standard filter: None, must be ordered separately
Sensor: HYGROMER®HH -1
Weight: 230 g / 8.1 oz, 2 m cable
470 g / 16.6 oz, 5 m cable
HC2A-IC302-HH
HC2A-IC305-HH
Accuracy: ±1.2 %RH, ±0.1 K at 10…30 °C
Humidity measuring range: 0…100 %RH
Temperature limits at sensor: -50…120 °C (-148…392 °F)
Diameter barrel: 15 mm (0.6”)
Length (probe head): 294 mm (11.6”)
Cable length: 2 m (6.5 ft)
5 m (16.4 ft)
Housing material: PEEK
Standard filter: None, must be ordered separately
Sensor: HYGROMER®HH -1
Weight: 260 g / 9.2 oz, 2 m cable
500 g / 17.6 oz, 5 m cable
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