Introduction System Description Maintenance and Handling
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1. The QuaNix 1500 is adjusted now When repeating measurements on the same spot the measured value may not always be 0 00 due to surface roughness dirt scratches etc The gauge is delivered with two protective rings around the probe for better positioning and protection These rings can easily be removed by slightly turn ing and pulling On concave surfaces remove the protective rings in order to achieve accurate measurements Hold the gauge according to the drawing and slightly press the probe onto the surface so that the ring around the probe is evenly placed If the value indicated on the zero plate or lt a Place the QuaNix 1500 with its ring around the probe plane on the object to be measured see drawing on page 2 For measurements on steel or iron the Fe sticker should face you For measurements on non magnetic metallic substrates such as aluminium you should be able to see the NFe sticker Do not place your finger on the upper probe otherwise the readings will not be correct Take care that the circular probe ring is placed evenly on the sur face On even objects the two rear supporting points will help to position the gauge The measured value is immediately indicated on the display accom panied by a Beep The display shows ERR error if the QuaNix 1500 is placed incorrectly and INFI infinite if the measurement is out of range The same will be dis played if measurements on non metallic sub2. Display of Measured Values Repetitive accuracy Minimum object size Temperature range storage 10 C 60 C 14 F 140 F operating 0 C 60 C 32 F 140 F Display Digital LCD Probes One point integrated Power supply 9 Volt E block alkaline Dimensions 166 mm x 64 mm x 34 mm incl probes 6 5 x 2 5 x 1 3 Weight 130 g 4 6 02 incl battery Optional Memory capacity up to 3900 values Blocks up to 999 Interface RS 232 aBueyo o pp lqns eyep je iuyoaL peal pue ased isnr 8 97 Q Q O v v Q x H Q pr e U P O Box 563 Westminster MD 21158 0563 USA Tel Robert Perthel Str 2 D 50739 K ln Tel 49 0 221 17 16 83 Fax 49 0 221 17 12 21 ix 1500 optionally with memory Qua 001 800 6 78 43 70 and 001 410 857 3819 e mail automation netcologne de Fax 001 410 857 3818 Internet http www netcologne de automation
3. Introduction Measuring Range Measurement The QuaNix 1500 is a part of the product line of non destructive coating thickness measurement gauges manufactured by Automation Dr Nix GmbH in K ln Germany Designed for the future this gauge is characterized by its many applications and wide measuring range of up to 5 mm It is also characterized by its robust construction as well as by other advantages already known from our other gauges An ON OFF switch is not necessary no time consuming calibration routines are required and exchange of probes is not necessary The special design of this gauge facilitates measurements in hard to reach corners even more so because of the duplex display and the memory for the last measured value Please read these instructions carefully before operating the gauge for the first time It will help you to make use of all the advantages and conveniences this gauge offers Would you like information on the other gauges in our coating thickness mea surement line or do you have any questions concerning coating thickness measurement Please do not hesitate to contact us Our specialists with their long standing experience will be happy to assist you System Description The QuaNix 1500 is a combination coating thickness gauge optionally available with memory and interface RS 232 Two non wearing probes Fe probe and NFe probe have been integrated in the housing The Fe probe measures all non magnetic c
4. e information End will be shown Display of Mean Maximum and Minimum Values Additionally the gauge can display the mean maximum and minimum value of the measurements taken in the presently used block if the gauge is swit ched on and working in the Memory Mode Push one of the slides for approx 1 second and let it go Immediately you will see the letters AE for Average and a number giving you the number of all measurements in the respective block This information is followed by the display of um or mil and the value itself representing the average or mean value of all measurements taken in the present block For example AE 22 alternating with 139 um means that in the active block 22 measurements have been taken and stored and that the average value is 139 um In order to see the maximum value of the active block again push one of the slides forward The display will show land the maximum value Pushing one of the slides forward again you will receive the minimum value L of the active block In order to leave this mode push one of the slides foward again or take a measurement In case no measurements have been taken in the active block it is not possi ble to get any statistical value The display will then read AE Then the gauge automatically returns to the memory mode Deleting Measured Values While operating in the Memory Mode the QuaNix 1500 offers the possibil ity to delete the las
5. oatings such as lacquer plastic enamel chromium copper zinc etc on steel or iron The NFe probe measu res all insulating coatings such as lacquer plastic enamel etc on non mag netic metallic substrates i e aluminium copper brass or stainless steel This compact design without cables and plugs allows for easy and comfortable one hand operation thus increasing the working safety under rough condi tions The QuaNix 1500 with memory can store the measurements taken and even subdivide them into blocks All in all up to 3900 values can be stored and statistically evaluated Optionally a special software and a miniature printer for statistical evaluation can be supplied The QuaNix 1500 complies with national DIN and international ISO BS ASTM standards and regulations DIN 50981 50984 ISO 2178 2360 2808 BS 5411 3 11 3900 c 5 ASTM B499 D1400 Maintenance and Handling This gauge incorporates the latest electronic technology in order to fullfil diffe rent measuring tasks This high precision instrument covers a wide range of applications yet it is robust and easy to use in every day practice If operated and treated with care it will serve you many years Do not let it drop and protect it from dirt dust and other substances After use the gauge should be stored in its protective carrying case Substantial changes in temperature can influence the readings as it is the case with all precision gauges Do not e
6. of 100 200 mil Temperature Range 5 C 60 C or 40 F 140 F Operating and Changing of Battery The gauge is powered by a 9V alkaline battery The battery is located at the wide end of the gauge If the blinking sign BAT appears on the display it is advisable to change the battery but it is still possible to measure for some time Memorized data will remain stored even while changing batteries Empty batteries should be disposed separately if possible use the special services provided by your council Adjustment and User Information A new zero adjustment is required when using the gauge for the first time working with different materials after inserting a new battery or from time to time Place the respective probe of the QuaNix 1500 on one of the zero plates enclosed in the case For measurements on ferrous substrates use the steel zero plate for non ferrous applications the aluminium plate or a respective uncoated substrate on your uncoated substrate is not within the basic tolerance the gauge should be adjusted gauges with a memory must not be in the Memory Mode Push one of the slides at the sides of the gauge while the probe is placed firmly on the substrate i e the zero plate You will hear a Beep and a control number will appear on the display Lift the gauge at least 25 mm or one inch from the zero plate The gauge will beep again and an other number will be displayed
7. strates are taken The gauge turns on automatically and shuts off after approx 10 sec if it is not used When measuring on rod materials remove the red ring and align the V groo ve in the ring of the probe with the rod Do not take measurements on magnets Magnetic fields are likely to influence the readings with the Fe probe Strong electromagnetic fields may influence all measurements Memorizing Measured Values Optionally the QuaNix 1500 can be delivered with a built in memory and an interface RS 232C offering the following features a Memory for up to 3900 values b Block segmentation up to 999 Block No 1 Indication b001 Block No 2 Indication b002 a s o to Block No 999 Indication b999 c Display of the calculatory average value in each block d Display of the maximum value in each block e Display of the minimum value in each block f Deleting the last measured value and the entire memory g Processing the measured values using interface and software Memory Mode optional To work in the Memory Mode the gauge has to be switched on take any measurement Push both slides on the sides of the gauge simultaneously and hold them for approx 1 second Let the slides go The display will show bloc alternating with 0001 The gauge is now in the Memory Mode and all following measurements will be stored in Block 1 Measurements in the Memory Mode will be accompanied by a double Beep and
8. sured values will remain stored 6 bloc Displayed alternating with the block number 7 End Memory or block capacity out of space 8 N a alternating with Fe or NFe number of measurements b alternating with Ae number of measurements of the active block 9 Ae Average value measured in the active block 10 Maximum value measured in the active block 11 Minimum value measured in the active block Accessories The electronic coating thickness gauge QuaNix 1500 is delivered with a carrying case containing Fe and NFe zero plates a 9 V alcaline battery two probe protection rings and Instruction Manual Technical Data Instruction Manual Substrate Fe steel or iron NFe non ferrous metallic substrates as aluminium zinc copper brass stainless steel 0 0 5000 um or 0 00 200 mil convertible by slide or by software from 0 0 999 in um from 1 00 5 00 in mm or from 0 00 200 in mil Resolution 0 1 um inthe range of 0 0 99 9 um 1 um in the range of 100 999 um 0 01 mm inthe range of 1 00 5 00 mm or 0 01 mil in the range of 0 00 9 99 mil 0 1 mil in the range of 10 0 99 9 mil 1 mil in the range of 100 200 mil 1 um 2 of reading in the range of 0 999 um 3 5 of reading in the range of 1000 5000 um 10 x 10 mm or 0 4 x 0 4 Minimum curvature 5 mm convex or 0 2 Minimum substrate thickness Fe 0 2 mm or 8 mil NFe 0 05 mm or 2 mil Measuring Range
9. t reading on the display and in the memory as well as the entire memory To achieve this push one of the slides for longer than 3 seconds The last reading will be deleted If the slide is held further on the display shows dEL and ALL alternating for 3 seconds and a Beep sounds If the slide is not released within these 3 seconds the entire memory will be deleted In case all values in a block are already deleted the next deleting process will eliminate the block itself and the last measurement in the previous block will be displayed The entire memory can also be deleted by use of our optionally available QuaNix e software Processing of Memorized Values The built in interface RS 232 allows to transfer the data to a PC or our printer PT 7 to process the measured data statistically The respective plug is moun ted on one side of the gauge A software for statistical evaluation on your PC and a portable printer for direct print out are optionally available For further information concerning Data Processing please refer to the soft ware and or to the User Manual of the printer Possible Display Information 1 Fe Measurement on steel or iron substrates 2 NFe Measurement on non ferrous metallic substrates 3 ERR _ Incorrect handling 4 INFI Incorrect substrate e g measuring beyond the measuring range or measuring on wood 5 BAT Battery is getting weak please exchange Information the mea
10. the value will be displayed After approx 1 second the display changes and gives you the number of the measurements just taken Both readings will be displayed alter nately e g the display will show N 14 number of measurement and 124 um last measured value To leave the Memory Mode push both slides simultaneously and very short ly Do not hold The built in memory can store up to 3900 measurements In case the memory capacity is limited the display will show END for approx 6 seconds After this you will see the last measured value alternating with the number of this measurement If no measurements are taken within 30 seconds the gauge will switch off The gauge will automatically return to Normal Mode when started again Block Segmentation within the Memory Mode It is possible to store the measuring values in different blocks in order to distinguish the different tasks To set up a new block e g Block 2 push both slides simultaneously forward and hold them until you see the display chan ging Let the slides go Accompanied by a Beep the display will show bloc alternating with b002 Now you have created a new block and all following measurements will be stored in Block 2 Other blocks can be created using the same procedure The sizes of the blocks may vary as they are determined by the user only Within the total capacity of the memory up to 999 blocks can be built If the memory runs out of space th
11. xpose the gauge to strong direct sun light or to other sources of energy causing temperature shocks Protect the gauge from moisture chemically aggressive substances and or gases The casing is resistant against most solvents However a resistancy against all chemical substances cannot be guaranteed Use only a damp soft cloth to clean the casing Accurate readings can only be obtained if the measuring probes are clean Check the probes regularly and remove existing residues such as lacquer etc from the ruby probe tip If the gauge will not be used for a long period remove the battery in order to prevent leakage and therefore destruction of the gauge In case of a malfunction please do not try to repair the gauge yourself Our repair service will be glad to help at any time 0 5000 um or 0 200 mil in one measuring range Gauges without memory can be switched from um to mil by operating the two switches on the sides of the instrument While there is a value visible on the display push both slides simultaneously forward and hold for more than one second The reading will change to the other dimension Gauges with memory can be switched from um to mil using the optionally available software Resolution 0 1 um in the range of 0 0 99 9 um or 0 01 mil in the range of 0 00 9 99 mil 1 um in the range of 100 999 um or 0 1 milin the range of 10 0 99 9 mil 0 01 mm in the range of 1 00 5 00 mm or 1 mil in the range
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