TELEDYNE API T108 Series Quick start guide

MODEL T108
TOTAL-SULFIDES-IN-CO2ANALYZER
WITH MODEL 501TS THERMAL CONVERTER
Addendum to T100 Operation Manual, PN 06807
Also supports operation of:
Model T108U Analyzer
(when used in conjunction with both the T100 manual, PN 06807, and
the T100U addendum, PN 06840)
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This T108 addendum is to be used in conjunction with the T100 operation manual. It also supports the
T108U analyzer when used in conjunction with both the T100 manual and the T100U manual.
Note We recommend that all users read this manual in its entirety before
operating the instrument.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION................................................................................................. 5
1.1. Specifications ............................................................................................... 5
1.2. The T108 Total-Sulfides-in-CO2Analyzer..................................................... 5
1.3. Configurations .............................................................................................. 6
1.4. The 501TS – Total Reduced Sulfur Converter............................................ 10
1.4.1. Heater Characteristics and Control .................................................................10
1.5. Installation .................................................................................................. 12
1.6. Operation and Calibration........................................................................... 13
1.6.1. CO2Source......................................................................................................14
1.7. TS and Zero Air Scrubbers......................................................................... 14
1.8. 501TS Temperature Controller ................................................................... 14
2. TROUBLESHOOTING AND SERVICE............................................................. 15
2.1 SO2Analyzer Maintenance......................................................................... 16
2.2 Changing the Quartz Tube ......................................................................... 16
2.3 Checking the Converter Efficiency.............................................................. 16
2.4 Sample Diluter Maintenance ...................................................................... 17
2.5 Thermocouple Replacement ...................................................................... 18
2.6 Technical Support ...................................................................................... 20
3. INSTRUMENT TEST & CALIBRATION RECORD............................................ 21
List of Figures
Figure 1-1. Basic Pneumatics Configuration.........................................................................................................7
Figure 1-2. Pneumatics with IZS/Permeation Tube Option...................................................................................8
Figure 1-3. Pneumatics with 702 Calibrator Option ..............................................................................................9
Figure 1-4. 501TS Converter Chassis Layout .................................................................................................... 11
Figure 1-5. T108-to-501TS Rear Panel Pneumatic Connections ...................................................................... 13
Figure 1-6. 501TS Controller Interface............................................................................................................... 14
Figure 2-3. Diluter Flow Block Assembly ........................................................................................................... 17
Figure 2-4. Thermocouple .................................................................................................................................. 18
Figure 2-5. Quartz Tube Cavity for Thermocouple............................................................................................. 19
Figure 2-6. Thermocouple Installed.................................................................................................................... 19
Figure 2-7. Tie-Wrap Hold-Down Location......................................................................................................... 20
List of Tables
Table 1-1. 501TS Converter Specifications ..........................................................................................................5
Table 3-1. Final Test and Calibration Values for T108....................................................................................... 21
Table 3-2. Test and Calibration Values for T108U............................................................................................. 22
Table 3-3. Test and Calibrations Values w/ CO2 where applicable................................................................... 23
APPENDIX A - 501-TRS Interconnect Drawing (see T101 manual 07267 for T10X Interconnects)

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1.INTRODUCTION
The T108 consists of two major assemblies: a modified T100 SO2analyzer and a 501TS thermal
converter. This manual addendum describes the specifics of the T108 Analyzer that differ from the T100
Analyzer; all other user information is contained in the T100 manual, PN 06807.
1.1. SPECIFICATIONS
The specifications and the warranty for the SO2analyzer are contained in the T100 manual. However, the
AC power specifications for the T108 differ as follows:
T108 AC Power: 100V – 120V, 60Hz (205W); 220V – 240V, 50Hz (215W)
The specifications for the 501TS Converter are presented in Table 1-1
Table 1-1. 501TS Converter Specifications
Specification
Value
Maximum Flow Rate
1000 cc/min
Nominal Flow Rate (CO2)
625 cc/min
Nominal Flow Rate (Air/N2)
450 cc/min
Maximum TS Concentration for
specified conversion efficiency
20 ppmv
Minimum Conversion Efficiency
(In CO2matrix)
H2S
COS, CS2
98%
90%
Least Discernible Level (LDL)
See T100 Manual
Operating Converter Temperature
1000
o
C
Maximum Converter Temperature
1050 oC
Power
100-120/220-240 VAC
50/60 Hz, (440 W)
Weight
24 lbs (11kg)
Dimensions
7in x 17in x 22in
(178mm x 432mm x 559mm)
1.2. THE T108 TOTAL-SULFIDES-IN-CO2ANALYZER
The Teledyne API Model T108 Total Sulfides in CO2Analyzer, is designed to measure mixed sulfur
impurities, collectively referred to as Total Sulfides (TS), in carbon dioxide (CO2) gas. Since there is no
SO2scrubber in the system, the instrument reading is the sum of the reduced sulfur compounds and SO2.
The T108 consists of a modified T100 UV Fluorescence SO2Analyzer, with special software, and a
501TS high temperature quartz thermal converter.
The 501TS primarily consists of a heated, temperature-controlled quartz tube. Sulfur compounds are
heated to approximately 1000 ˚C as they pass through the quartz tube and are converted to SO2in the
following manner:
TS + O2--> SO2

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Since the gas being analyzed is essentially CO2, which generally contains no oxygen, the analyzer
includes an oxygenator to add approximately 6% oxygen to the sample before it passes through the
converter. This dilution of the sample gas is compensated by the software and calibration procedure. The
added oxygen allows the sulfur compounds to be oxidized to SO2making the T108 respond to the total
number of sulfur molecules in the sample gas. Any SO2present in the sample is unaffected by the
converter and adds to the measured concentration. The sample gas then passes to a modified T100
analyzer where the SO2and converted compounds are analyzed as SO2.
1.3. CONFIGURATIONS
There are three configurations available: the standard analyzer and two with options.
Configuration Description
Standard •
modified T100 Fluorescent SO
2
Analyzer
•501TS High Temperature Thermal
Converter
•External Span, Internal Zero with High-
performance Charcoal Scrubber for Zero.
See Figure 1-1
for the pneumatic diagram,
and Section 1.4 for
details on operation of the
501TS.
Standard + IZS
Internal Zero/Span (IZS) Option with H
2
S
permeation tube.
The IZS option uses sample gas (passed
through a special, high-
performance charcoal
scrubber) to dilute H2
S from the perm tube for
span calibration checks.
See Figure 1-2 for the pneumatic diagram.
Standard + Model 702 Calibrator
The Model 702 calibrator option blends tanks
of H2S span gas with the processed CO2.
See Figure 1-3 for the pneumatic diagram.

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M501 TS
Figure 1-1. Basic Pneumatics Configuration

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M501 TS
Figure 1-2. Pneumatics with IZS/Permeation Tube Option

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M501 TS
Figure 1-3. Pneumatics with 702 Calibrator Option

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1.4. THE 501TS – TOTAL REDUCED SULFUR CONVERTER
The 501TS oxidizes reduced sulfur compounds to SO2in a high temperature quartz oven.
1.4.1. Heater Characteristics and Control
A front-panel-mounted, programmable digital temperature controller regulates power to the heater.
•Power to the heater is switched by a solid state, zero-crossing relay.
•An over/under-temperature alarm contact closure is located on the rear panel.
•The alarm set point has been preset in the temperature controller.
•The heater temperature is sensed by a Type S (distinguished from other thermocouple types by its
wire colors, red and black) (Platinum-Rhodium) thermocouple probe inserted in the bore alongside
the quartz tube.
CAUTION!
Do not use any other type thermocouple, as the controller settings have
been preset for Type S.
The quartz tube carrying the sample mixture runs through the core of the heater and is heated by radiation
from electrical heating elements at the heater bore surface. See Figure 1-4 for a layout view of the
converter.
WARNING!
Ensure proper line voltage is selected prior to plugging unit into the
power source.
CAUTION!
Do not touch – the quartz tube and heater are very hot.

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Figure 1-4. 501TS Converter Chassis Layout

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1.5. INSTALLATION
The T108 consists of two chassis: the analyzer and the converter. There is a power cord for each that
should be plugged into the correct AC mains receptacle. See the model label on the rear panel of each
chassis for the voltage and frequency configuration. The power connection must be made with an
approved three-wire-grounded power cord.
The pneumatic connections are shown in Figure 1-5 .
•Connection to the TS analyzer must be made with Teflon tubing.
•Connect the sample inlet to the labeled fitting.
•The sample exhaust must be routed to a well-ventilated area away from the air inlet for the zero air
scrubber on the rear panel.
CAUTION! Ensure proper ventilation to the converter!
Do not block the side or the back of the Model 501 TS Converter!
The overall pneumatic diagrams of the Model T108 are shown in Figure 1-1, Figure 1-2 , and Figure 1-3.
CAUTION!
Do not operate without the 501TS converter’s cover in place! Oven
temperature will not regulate properly without cover properly installed.

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Figure 1-5. T108-to-501TS Rear Panel Pneumatic Connections
1.6. OPERATION AND CALIBRATION
Refer to the T100 manual for the overall operation of the SO2analyzer. This unit has some unique
operating characteristics and calibration procedures detailed below.
The basic purpose of this instrument is to analyze CO2sample gas for sulfur containing impurities.
Typically, the impurities should be at low levels; therefore, it is especially important that the zero
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1.6.1. CO2Source
A source of CO2 that is free of sulfides is required for accurate zero calibration of the instrument. If the
‘zero gas’ used to zero the instrument is contaminated, the process gas will read artificially low,
sometimes even showing a negative TS concentration. Standard CO2 bottles can have unacceptably high
levels of sulfur compounds in them. Beverage grade CO2 should be used as a diluent as well as the ‘zero
gas’ source for calibration of the T108.
Since CO2strongly quenches the SO2fluorescence reaction, the instrument sensitivity will be greatly
reduced when using CO2as the balance gas. Therefore, it is imperative that the T108 be calibrated using
CO2as the balance gas when it will be measuring TS in a gas matrix that is primarily CO2.
CO2 liquefies when compressed, and sulfur compounds do not stay dissolved in liquid CO2. Therefore it
is not practical to use compressed gas bottles of H2S in CO2for calibration purposes. TAPI strongly
recommends that H2S in N2bottles be used for calibration of the T108, and that a calibrator be used to mix
zero gas (CO2) into the cal gas stream, making the final calibration gas mostly CO2.
1.7. TS AND ZERO AIR SCRUBBERS
There are two charcoal scrubbers in the analyzer chassis of the T108. The scrubber canister on the outside
of the rear panel of the analyzer is a standard charcoal scrubber that supplies zero air for the diluter
assembly. The second scrubber is located inside the analyzer behind the sample filter. This scrubber uses
a specially impregnated charcoal (TAPI Part# CH_52) which is especially effective in scrubbing TS
gasses. This filter is used to scrub TS from the inlet sample gas for use in zero calibrating the analyzer.
1.8. 501TS TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER
A front-panel-mounted, programmable controller maintains the heater temperature. The manual for the
controller is included with the documentation for this instrument. The controller has been set up at the
factory and should not need adjustments, but if deemed necessary, please contact Technical Support (see
Section 2.6).
To view the actual temperature, PV – Present Value, or the set point value, SV – Set-point Value, press
the PV/SV button in the lower left corner of the controller. If a different set point value is required or to
perform the Auto Tune function, please contact Technical Support (Section 2.6).
Figure 1-6. 501TS Controller Interface

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2.TROUBLESHOOTING AND SERVICE
NO POWER:
Plugged in?
Switched on?
Circuit breaker tripped?
NOT HEATING:
View the PV value. Is it heating?
Socket in place on back of temperature controller?
Check 501TS wiring diagram in Appendix A.
Thermocouple failed? Check that its leads are securely
connected to the wiring block at the back of the
controller. Also, check the thermocouple resistance
across the leads for opens or shorts.
TS ANALYZER UNSTABLE:
Leak-check per analyzer main manual.
EFFICIENCY <90%:
Leaking? Leak-check.
Plugged? Compare flow through and bypassing
converter.
Flow too high?
Span gas correct?
.
Contaminated? Check inside of Teflon tubing
CONVERTER TEMP UNSTABLE:
Contact Technical Support (Section 2.6).

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2.1 SO2ANALYZER MAINTENANCE
Maintenance of the SO2analyzer is covered in the Maintenance section of its respective manual. Unlike
the T100, the T108 has one standard charcoal scrubber on the rear panel of the SO2analyzer instrument
chassis, and another special charcoal scrubber inside the chassis. The zero calibration (and thus the overall
accuracy of the instrument) is dependent on high quality zero air.
IMPORTANT Make sure that the charcoal is replaced at the 3-month interval suggested
in the T100 maintenance schedule. Also be sure not to mix charcoal
between the inner and outer scrubber canisters, they are different
materials.
2.2 CHANGING THE QUARTZ TUBE
1. Turn off 501TS and allow it to cool to room temperature (~2 hours).
2. See Figure 2.4. – 501TS Layout
3. Remove the screws from the top inside of the front panel and fold panel downward.
4. Loosen front and rear fittings at each end of the tube.
5. Carefully slide the tube out of the heater – the ceramic bushings at each end of the heater are very
fragile.
6. Slide the new tube into the heater, and re-connect the fittings.
7. Leak check the unit.
8. Replace the thermocouple making sure that it is fully inserted into the indentation in the body of the
quartz tube.
9. Check the converter efficiency. See Section 4.3
2.3 CHECKING THE CONVERTER EFFICIENCY
After maintenance it is good practice to check the converter efficiency. To check the converter efficiency,
perform the following procedure:
1. Produce a calibration gas of 400 ppb H2S in CO2at a flow greater than the demand of the instrument;
vent the excess gas out of the room.
When using a calibrator or gas blender to generate H2S span gas (either permeation tube or
tank) with CO2gas as the diluent, please remember that rotameters and mass flow controllers
are calibrated with air or nitrogen. Using them with CO2will produce large calibration errors
(as large as 30% or more), since CO2gas has considerably different characteristics. Contact
the manufacturer of your mass flow measurement/control device for instructions on how to

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use it to measure CO2 flow. Or use a flowmeter such as a soap bubble, or BIOS – DryCal
flowmeter that measures volume flow
2. Allow the T108 to stabilize at span for at least 30 minutes.
3. Check the converter efficiency by adjusting the converter’s temperature controller set point:
Starting at the converters normal set-point of 1000 oC, lower the set-point temperature of the
Converter in 5 oC increments (allowing 10 minutes minimum settling time between
increments) until a drop of approximately 5% of Full Scale is observed. Note the Thermal
Converter temperature at this point.
Verify that the converter efficiency does not drop by 5% until the temperature has dropped by
at least 40 oC,
Return the temperature set point to 1000 oC.
2.4 SAMPLE DILUTER MAINTENANCE
The sample diluter is used to inject a small amount of ambient air into the sample stream to provide
oxygen for the converter. The diluter is located on the inside rear panel of the SO2analyzer. It consists of
a stainless steel block and 2 orifices to control the amount of sample and air that is blended.
There should be no periodic maintenance required on this assembly, but a diagram (Figure 2-1) is
included in case rebuilding of this assembly is required.
Figure 2-1. Diluter Flow Block Assembly

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2.5 THERMOCOUPLE REPLACEMENT
Continuous operation at 1000 ºC will eventually degrade the performance of the thermocouple used to
sense the temperature of the quartz oven. The following instructions describe how to install a new
thermocouple into the Converter Heater Block. This is a replacement thermocouple (KIT000255). The
following instructions provide the necessary information to remove the existing thermocouple and replace
it with the new one supplied in Kit 255.
You will need the following tools:
•Nutdriver, 5/16
•Nutdriver, 11/32
•Diagonal Cutter
•Philips head Screwdriver #2
You will need to obtain the following replacement parts kit from TAPI:
•KIT000255 (AKIT, Retrofit, 501TS, TC Type S RPLCMN)
Once you have the right tools and parts, replace the thermocouple as follows:
1. Ensure power is removed from the 501TS Converter. If the Converter has been operational you will
need to wait for 2 hours for the Converter oven to cool before continuing with the replacement of
the thermocouple.
2. Remove the cover from the Converter chassis.
3. Unscrew the (4) nuts that secure the front panel to the chassis. They are located just behind the
Front Panel along the top.
4. Lower the Front Panel to gain easier access to the end of the quartz tube.
5. Unscrew the (3) nuts that secure the inner cover protecting the Heater Block and quartz tube.
Remove this cover.
6. Cut the tie-wrap that secures the thermocouple to the fitting at the end of the quartz tube.
7. Loosen the Teflon fitting at the end of the quartz tube taking care not to put any stress on the tube,
and slide the fitting off the tube.
8. Remove the thermocouple.
9. Disconnect the thermocouple wires from the Temperature Controller.
Figure 2-2. Thermocouple