SIKA TP 18 850 E User manual

Operating instruction
Temperature calibrator TP 18 850 E
List of contents Page
1 Description of the temperature calibrator TP 18 850 E.............................................................. 2
2 Safety instructions ...................................................................................................................... 2
3 Operation of the calibrator.......................................................................................................... 4
3.1 Adjustment of the handle............................................................................................................ 4
3.2 Operating position ...................................................................................................................... 4
3.3 Adapter sleeves.......................................................................................................................... 4
3.4 Control of temperature sensors.................................................................................................. 4
3.5 Front panel description............................................................................................................... 5
3.6 Switching on of the calibrator ..................................................................................................... 5
3.7 Indication of the block temperature and set temperature........................................................... 6
3.8 Adjustment of the block temperature ......................................................................................... 6
3.9 Programming of the set point ..................................................................................................... 6
4 Cooling down the heating block .................................................................................................. 7
5 Recalibration ............................................................................................................................... 7
6 Error signalling ............................................................................................................................ 7
7 Cleaning ...................................................................................................................................... 7
8 Disposal....................................................................................................................................... 7
9 Guarantee and repairs ................................................................................................................ 8
10 Technical Data ............................................................................................................................ 8

1 Description of the temperature calibrator TP 18 850 E TP 18 850 E
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1 Description of the temperature calibrator TP 18 850 E
The test instrument TP 18 850 E consists of
two single enclosures, front size 192 x 192 mm
and depth 410 mm or 510 mm. They are
connected with each other and equipped with
a portable handle.
The left enclosure contains a HT alloy block
with a bore, diameter 18 mm (28 mm) and
depth 100 mm (200 mm), which can be
reached from the top, for the reception of the
test piece. In this block the heating cartridge
and the temperature sensor for the
determination of the block temperature are
installed accessible from the bottom.
The right enclosure contains the controller for
control of the block temperature. A Solid state
relais is used for the activation of the heating
catridge.
On the front plate is the controller, a switch for
mains power and also a switch for fan. The
controller is equipped with a 2-line, 4-digit,
7-segment LED for block temperature and set
value.
On the right hand side of the instrument
combination the IEC chassis mounting plug for
the mains connection is available. Besides the
mains power cable the fuse holder is located.
2 Safety instructions
The temperature calibrators of series TP 18.850 E correspond to the current state of technology.
This refers to measuring accuracy, function as well as safe operation of the devices. To grant safe
operation, competent and responsible behaviour of the operator is essential.
Fundamental safety regulation and operators duty of care
•Operate the equipment only in perfect functional conditions
•The national rules of safety and prevention of accidents have to be carefully observed as
well as the following safety notes of this manual.
•The equipment is supplied via mains cables with a tension dangerous for humans.
Person injuries can arise by inappropriate use.
•The perfect and safe operation of this equipment requires appropiate transport, professional
storage, installation, assembly and use as directed, as well as careful operation and
maintenance.
•The equipment must only be used as directed. Furthermore dangerous media must not be
used and all specifications have to be kept.
•If disturbances can not be eliminated the equipment immediately is to be set out of operation
and to be protected from inadvertent start-up.
•Only the manufacturer is permitted to carry out repair works. Interferences or changes at the
equipment are inadmissible.

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•Before exchanging the fuse, the equipment is to be seperated from the mains supply by
pulling the cable from the mains plug.
•Make this manual always availabe in a legible and complete form in situ of the equipment.
•Make shure that the operator of the equipment is instructed regularly in all applicable
questions of industrial safety and environmental protection, as well as is acquainted with the
operating instructions, in particular with the mentioned safety notes.
•Temperature fuse
For safety reasons the instrument has a temperature fuse for switching off the power for the
heating if the temperature of the heating block is above 870 °C. After cooling down the
heating block the unit is ready for working as before.
•The instrument has been projected and manufactured as a measuring and control device to
be used according to EN61010-1 for the altitudes operation until 2000 m.
The use of the instrument for applications not expressly permitted by the above mentioned
rule must adopt all the necessary protective measures.
•The instrument CANNOT be used in dangerous environments (flammable or explosive)
without adequate protection.
•The installer must ensure that EMC rules are respected, also after the instrument installation,
if necessary using proper filters.
•Whenever a failure or a malfunction of the device may cause dangerous situations for
persons, thing or animals, please remember that the plant has to be equipped with additional
devices which will guarantee safety.
•Attention: Danger of burning (block and test piece).
Before transportation or touching the heating block the block has to be cooled down.
If you should have any problems or questions, please contact your local supplier or directly:

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3 Operation of the calibrator
The test instrument TP 18 850 E is a portable unit for service purposes, as well as for operating
and laboratory tasks.
3.1 Adjustment of the handle
The handle can be adjusted into any required position from vertical to horizontal by pressing the
lateral stop buttons.
3.2 Operating position
To guarantee an optimal temperature distribution in the heating block, the normal operating
position for the instrument is the upright position
3.3 Adapter sleeves
It has to be made sure that the heat transmission resistance between the heating block and the test
piece (thermometer, temperature sensor, temperature switch) is as low as possible. Therefore it is
necessary to use exactly adapted pockets. The right bore is the outer diameter of the device under
test + 0.5 mm.
3.4 Control of temperature sensors
For the test of temperature sensors a separate temperature measuring unit is required for the
connection of the test piece. By comparing the temperature of the external measuring unit with the
block temperature you get an information about the status of the test piece. Please note that it
takes a short time until the test piece has accepted the temperature of the block.

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3.5 Front panel description
1 - Key P
This is used to access set point of the heating block and to confirm the selection.
2 - Key DOWN
This is used to decrease the values of the heating block
3 - Key UP
This is used to increase the values of the heating block
4 - Key U
no function for temperature calibrator
5 - Led OUT1
indicates the state of output for heating block
6 - Led OUT2
indicates the state of output for temperature fuse
7 - Led SET
no function for temperature calibrator
8 - Led AT/ST
no function for temperature calibrator
9 – Display PV
It normally indicates the temperature of the heating block.
During programming it indicates SP1 (Set Point 1)
10 - Display SV
It normally indicates the active Set value of the heating block
3.6 Switching on of the calibrator
⇒After connection with the mains the fan starts immediately.
⇒After switching on the mains power switch the controller starts with initialisation.
The upper display (PV) indicates tESt.
The lower display indicates the actual version of the controller e.a. rL 1.2
After 5 sec. the initialisation is complete and the standard mode is selected automatically.
The upper display (PV) indicates the actual heating block temperature

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The lower display (SV) indicates the actual set value of the heating block
The installed electrical heating cartridge heats the brass block up from ambient temperature to the
adjusted set point value.
3.7 Indication of the block temperature and set temperature
The red, 4-digit, 7-segment LED (PV) shows continuously the temperature of the heating block.
If the adjusted set temperature in the heating block is reached, the heating energy radiated from
the block is dispensed by short switching-on pulses of the heating cartridge, so that the
temperature inside of the block is kept constant. The green , 4-digit, 7-segment LED (SV) shows
the set temperature in the heating block.
3.8 Adjustment of the block temperature
The switch-on time of the heating is indicated by the red LED OUT1.
While during the heating-up period a permanent light shows the supply of heating energy. The
flashing of the LED shows that the temperature of the heating block is close to the adjusted set
temperature, and therefore the heating energy is now only supplied in short intervalls.
The control is carried out as a PID control.
In order to obtain good stability of the temperature, the cycle time “tcr1” has a low value with a very
frequent intervention of the control output.
3.9 Programming of the set point
⇒Push key P, then release it. The programming mode is activated.
The upper display (PV) will visualise “SP 1” (Set Popint 1).
The lower display (SV) will indicate the actual programmed value of the heating block.
⇒To modify the value, press key to increase the value of the heating block
⇒To modifythe value, press key to decrease the value of the heating block
⇒Once the desired value has been reached, by pushing key P it is possible to exit the
programming mode.
NOTE:
A) The keys and change the value 1°C at a time but if they are pressed for more than one
second, the value increases or decreases rapidly and, after two seconds in the same condition, the
changing speed increases in order to allow the desired value to be reached rapidly.

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B) If no key is pressed for approx. 15 seconds, the display will return to normal functioning
automatically.
4 Cooling down the heating block
Attention: Danger of burning (block and test piece).
Before transportation or touching the heating block the block has to be cooled down.
After switching on the instrument the installed fan starts to produce cool air, which leads to a
sufficient thermic decoupling of the enclosure.
For a quicker cooling down of the heating block the fan can be switched to position 2 (S2) to
produce a higher amount of cooling air.
5 Recalibration
The test instrument, series TP18000E , have been adjusted and checked before delivery with
measuring means, which are based on nationally accepted standards (DKD-Laboratory).
Due to the DIN ISO 10 012 the instruments have to be checked depending on the area of
application in adequate periodical intervals. We recommend to send us the instruments in intervals
of 12 months at the latest or approx. 500 working hours to our plant for recalibration or
readjustment.
6Error signalling
Error Reason Action
- - - - Probe interrupted
uuuu The measured variable is under the probe’s
limits (under-range)
oooo The measured variable is over the probe’s limits
(over-range)
Verify the correct connection between probe
and instrument and then verify the correct
functioning of the probe
ErEP Possible disturbance of the EEPROM memory Push key “P”
In error conditions, the controller switches off the heating elements of the calibrator
7 Cleaning
We recommend cleaning of the instrument with a slightly wet cloth using water and not abrasive
cleaners or solvents which may damage the instrument.
8 Disposal
Company SIKA Dr Siebert & Kühn GmbH and Co.KG provides for an adequate disposal of used
temperature calibrators. For that purpose please send calibrators of series TP 18 850 E back to us
freightfree.

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9 Guarantee and repairs
The calibrator is under warranty against manufacturing flaws or faulty material, that are found
within 12 months from delivery date. The guarantee is limited to repairs or to the replacement of the
instrument.
The eventual opening of the housing, the violation of the instrument or the improper use and
installation of the product will bring about the immediate withdrawal of the warranty’s effects.
In the event of a faulty instrument, either within the period of warranty, or further to its expiry,
please contact our sales department to obtain authorisation for sending the instrument to our
company.
The faulty product must be shipped to SIKA with a detailed description of the faults found, without
any fees or charge for SIKA, except in the event of alternative agreements.
10 Technical Data
Regulation of the heating block with PID-regulator
Adjustment of the block temperature with key „P“, and in 1°C steps
automatic fine adjustment (auto. reset)
Adjustment range of the block temperature between ambient temperature and 850 °C
Stability of the block temperature +/- 0.5 K
Accuracy of the temperature indication +/- 1 K
Accuracy of block temperature +/- 0.5 K
Behavior in case of overtemperature temperature fuse switches off the power of the
heating block above 870 °C (hysteresys 1K)
Behavior in case of sensor break switch off of the heating
Heating times*): Cooling times*):
20 °C to 100 °C 2 min. 850 °C to 800 °C 3 min.
100 °C to 200 °C 3 min. 800 °C to 700 °C 5 min.
200 °C to 300 °C 3 min. 700 °C to 600 °C 7 min.
300 °C to 400 °C 3 min. 600 °C to 500 °C 7 min.
400 °C to 500 °C 4 min. 500 °C to 400 °C 9 min.
500 °C to 600 °C 4 min. 400 °C to 300 °C 13 min.
600 °C to 700 °C 5 min. 300 °C to 200 °C 19 min.
700 °C to 800 °C 8 min. 200 °C to 100 °C 37 min.
800 °C to 850 °C 7 min.
*) An additional levelling time has to be considered.
Heating block temperature indication (PV) red, 4-digit, 7-segment LED, 7mm high
Set point indication of heating block (SV) green, 4-digit, 7-segment LED, 7mm high
Range of indication 0 to 850 °C resolution 1K

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Indication of sensor break - - -
Sampling rate: 130 msec.
Outputs 1 x relay SPDT (8 A-AC1, 3 A-AC3 / 250 VAC)
temperature fuse, 100.000 switches
1 x SSR drive (8mA/ 8VDC) control output
Power supply 230 V 50/60 Hz
Power consumption approx. 2000 VA
Fuse 12.5 A T (230 VAC)
Operating temperature 0 ... 50 °C
Operating humidity 30 ... 95 RH% without condensation
Storage temperature -10 ... +60 °C
Compliance: ECC directive EMC 89/336 (EN 61326)
ECC directive LV 73/23 and 93/68 (EN 61010-1)
Dimensions
TP18 850E TP18 850/28E TP18 850/200E TP18 850/28/200E
heating block
bore ∅18 mm ∅28 mm ∅18 mm ∅28 mm
depths 100 mm 100 mm 200 mm 200 mm
housing
wide app. 430 mm app. 430 mm app. 430 mm app. 430 mm
high app. 192 mm app. 192 mm app. 192 mm app. 192 mm
deep app. 410 mm app. 410 mm app. 510 mm app. 510 mm
weight app. 14 kg app. 14 kg app. 16 kg app. 16 kg
adapter sleeves for smaller ∅available from 1.5 mm up to 15.5 mm (25 mm) ∅in steps of 0.5
mm