Campbell Scientific 109SS User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Model 109SS

Copyright © 1983- 2014

Campbell Scientific, Inc.

Temperature Probe

Revision: 3/14

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Table of Contents

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1. Introduction ................................................................. 1

2. Cautionary Statements ............................................... 1

3. Initial Inspection ......................................................... 1

4. Quickstart .................................................................... 1

5. Overview ...................................................................... 4

6. Specifications ............................................................. 4

7. Installation ................................................................... 6

7.1 Wiring to Datalogger ............................................................................ 6

7.2 Datalogger Programming ..................................................................... 6

7.2.1 CRBasic ........................................................................................ 7

7.2.2 Edlog ............................................................................................. 7

7.3 Water Temperature Installation ............................................................ 9

7.4 Soil Temperature Installation ............................................................... 9

8. Operation ..................................................................... 9

8.1 Sensor Schematic ................................................................................. 9

8.2 Measurement and Output Linearization ............................................... 9

8.3 Electrically Noisy Environments........................................................ 11

8.4 Long Cable Lengths ........................................................................... 11

9. Troubleshooting and Maintenance ......................... 12

9.1 Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 12

9.2 Maintenance ....................................................................................... 13

9.3 Calibration .......................................................................................... 13

10. Attributions and References .................................... 13

Appendices

Importing Short Cut Code ...................................... A-1

A.

A.1 Importing Short Cut Code into a Program Editor ........................... A-1

A.1.1 CRBasic Datalogger ................................................................. A-1

A.1.2 Edlog ........................................................................................ A-2

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B. Example Programs .................................................. B-1

B.1 Example CRBasic Programs ........................................................... B-1

B.1.1 Example 1 — Sample program for CR200(X) series

dataloggers ............................................................................ B-1

B.1.2. Example 2 — Sample program for CR800 series, CR1000,

CR3000, and CR5000 dataloggers ........................................ B-1

B.1.3 Example 3 — Sample Program using the BrHalf()

instruction rather than Therm109() ....................................... B-2

B.2 Example Edlog Program .................................................................. B-3

C. Conversion of Thermistor Resistance or Voltage

Ratio to Temperature ............................................ C-1

Figures

6-1. Worst-case probe and measurement errors .......................................... 5

6-2. Steinhart-Hart linearization error ......................................................... 5

8-1. 109SS thermistor probe schematic ...................................................... 9

Tables

7-1. Wire Color, Function, and Datalogger Connection ............................. 6

8-1. 109SS-Measurement Details ............................................................. 10

8-2. 109SS Temperature Calculation ........................................................ 10

C-1. Voltage Ratio, Resistance, and Temperature ................................... C-1

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Model 109SS Temperature Probe

1. Introduction

The 109SS Temperature Probe uses a thermistor to measure temperature in soil
and water. It is compatible with all CRBasic and Edlog dataloggers except the
CR9000(X). See Section 6, Specifications, for a complete list of compatible
dataloggers.

2. Cautionary Statements

Santoprene® rubber, which composes the black outer jacket of the 109SS cable,
will support combustion in air. It is used because of its resistance to
temperature extremes, moisture, and UV degradation. It is rated as slow
burning when tested according to U.L. 94 H.B. and passes FMVSS302.
However, local fire codes may preclude its use inside buildings.

3. Initial Inspection

• Check the packaging and contents of the shipment. If damage occurred

during transport, immediately file a claim with the carrier. Contact
Campbell Scientific to facilitate repair or replacement.

4. Quickstart

• Check model information against the shipping documents to ensure the

expected products and the correct lengths of cable are received. Model
numbers are found on each product. On cables and cabled items, the
model number is usually found at the connection end of the cable. Report
any shortages immediately to Campbell Scientific.

Short Cut is an easy way to program your datalogger to measure the 109SS
probe and assign datalogger wiring terminals. Use the following procedure to
get started.

1. Install Short Cut by clicking on the install file icon. Get the install file

from either www.campbellsci.com, the ResourceDVD, or find it in
installations of LoggerNet, PC200W, PC400, or RTDAQ software.

2. The Short Cut installation should place a shortcut icon on the desktop of

your computer. To open Short Cut, click on this icon.

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Model 109SS Temperature Probe

3. When Short Cut opens, select New Program.

4. Select Datalogger Model and Scan Interval (default of 5 or 10 seconds is

OK for most applications). Click Next.

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5. Under the Available Sensors and Devices list, select the Sensors |

Temperature folder. Select 109 Temperature Probe. Click to

move the selection to the Selected device window. Data defaults to degree
Celsius. This can be changed by clicking the Deg C box and selecting
Deg F, for degrees Fahrenheit, or K, for Kelvin.

6. After selecting the sensor, click at the left of the screen on Wiring

Diagram to see how the sensor is to be wired to the datalogger. The
wiring diagram can be printed out now or after more sensors are added.

7. Select any other sensors you have, and then finish the remaining Short Cut

steps to complete the program. The remaining steps are outlined in Short

Cut Help, which is accessed by clicking on Help | Contents |
Programming Steps.

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Model 109SS Temperature Probe

8. If LoggerNet, PC400, RTDAQ, or PC200W is running on your PC, and the

PC to datalogger connection is active, you can click Finish in Short Cut
and you will be prompted to send the program just created to the
datalogger.

9. If the sensor is connected to the datalogger, as shown in the wiring

diagram in step 6, check the output of the sensor in the datalogger support
software data display to make sure it is making reasonable measurements.

5. Overview

The 109SS is a rugged probe that accurately measures soil or water
temperature in a variety of applications. The sensor consists of a thermistor
encased in a stainless-steel sheath. This design protects the thermistor,
allowing the 109SS to be buried or submerged in harsh, corrosive
environments. It can be submerged in water to 45 m (150 ft) or 63 psi. See
Specifications for a complete list of compatible dataloggers.

6. Specifications

Features:

• Measures soil or water temperature

• Compatible with AM16/32-series multiplexers

• Easy to install or remove

• Durable

• Compatible with Campbell Scientific CRBasic dataloggers CR200(X)

series, CR800 series, CR1000, CR3000, and CR5000. Also
compatible with Edlog dataloggers CR10(X), CR500, CR510,
CR23X, 21X, and CR7(X)

Sensor Element: Measurement Specialties Micro-BetaCHIP
Thermistor Probe (MCD) 10K3MCD1
Survival Range: –50 to 100 °C (thermistor)
–50 to 70 °C (overmolded joint

and cable)
Measurement

Range: –40 to 70 °C

Time Constant: 31 s in still air

7.5 s in a wind speed of 3 m/s

0.5 s in rolling water or antifreeze

Maximum Cable Length: 1000 ft

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Accuracy
Worst case: ±0.6 °C over –40 to 70 °C
±0.49°C over –20 to 70 °C
(FIGURE 6-1)
Interchangeability
Error: ±0.60 °C at –40 °C
±0.38 °C at 0 °C
±0.10 °C at 25 °C
±0.30 °C at 50 °C
±0.45 °C at 70 °C

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