Elcometer 224 User Manual

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User Guide
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Surface Profile Gauge
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Gauge Overview
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Using the Gauge
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Getting Started
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Taking a Reading
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Calibrating & Testing the Gauge Calibration
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Batching - Model T
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Displaying Graphs
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Menu Structure - Model B
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Menu Structure - Model T
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Downloading Data & Upgrading Your Gauge
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Technical Specification
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Elcometer 224 Separate Probes
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Legal Notices & Regulatory Information
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CONTENTS
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These operation instructions are a short User Guide only. A copy of both this Instruction Manual and an English language extended version are available for download on our website elcometer.com. For the avoidance of doubt, please refer to the original English language version.
Gauge Dimensions: Integral: 168 x 73 x 37mm (6.61 x 2.87 x 1.46") Separate: 141 x 73 x 37mm (5.55 x 2.87 x 1.46")
Gauge Weight: Integral: 218g (7.69oz) including batteries Separate: 161g (5.68oz) including batteries
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1 GAUGE OVERVIEW
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Elcometer 224 Surface Profile Gauge
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Calibration Test Foils; Nominal Values 125 & 500µm and
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Glass Zero Tile (Integral gauges)
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Probe Protection Cap (Integral gauges)
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Wrist Harness
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Protective Case (Model B)
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1 LED Indicators -
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2 Colour Screen 3 Multifunction Softkeys 4 On/Off Key 5 Separate Probe
Connection 6 Internal Probe 7 Wrist Strap Connection 8 Battery Compartment
(¼ turn open/close)
9 USB Data Output Socket
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Model
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Battery Life Indicator
BT
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Bluetooth On - Grey: not
connected; Orange: connected
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Probe Scale
BT
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Upper Limit On
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Measurement Mode
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Units of Measurement -
µm, mils, mm, inch
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Batch Type -
normal, counted average
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Menu Softkey
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Display Softkey
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Batch Softkey
BT
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Calibration Softkey
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Reading Value
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User Selectable Statistics -
4 rows
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Batch Name (when in Batching)
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Bar Graph - highest, lowest &
average reading
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Lower Limit On
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Run Chart - last 20 readings
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3 USING THE GAUGE
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4 GETTING STARTED
4.1 ENSURING YOUR GAUGE HAS THE LATEST FIRMWARE &
UPGRADING YOUR GAUGE
To ensure that your gauge has the most up-to-date gauge firmware, allowing you to benefit from the latest features and functionality, we recommend that the gauge is connected to ElcoMaster on a regular basis and before first use.
Simply connect the gauge via USB to an internet connected computer running ElcoMaster using the ‘Connect Gauge’ feature. If a later version of the gauge firmware is available, ‘Update Gauge’ will be displayed to the right of the gauge details. Click ‘Update Gauge’ to install the latest firmware.
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The icon displayed depends on the measurement mode selected. If ‘Immediate’ mode is selected, no icon is displayed. See Section 4.4 ‘Selecting the Measurement Mode’ on page en-4 for further information.
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4 GETTING STARTED (continued)
Icon Displayed
Measurement Mode
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Immediate: Allows the users to take single measurements which are displayed on the gauge (Model B & T) and saved into the batch memory (Model T only).
Note: This mode allows gauges to be used and measurements to be taken in the same way as older Elcometer 224 models.
4.2 SELECTING YOUR LANGUAGE
1 Press and hold the / button until the Elcometer logo is ON OFF
displayed.
2 Select your language using the softkeys.
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3 Follow the on screen menus.
To access the language menu when in a foreign language: 1 Switch the gauge .OFF 2 Press and hold the left softkey and switch the gauge .ON 3 Select your language using the softkeys.
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SEPARATE GAUGES ONLY
1 Rotate the probe plug to align the pins.
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2 Screw in the collar - clockwise.
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4.4 SELECTING THE MEASUREMENT MODE
The Elcometer 224 has a choice of three measurement modes; ‘Immediate’, ‘Custom’ and ‘Standards’ - see the table below for an explanation of the different modes available. The mode selected depends on which International Standard the user is working in accordance with.
To select the measurement mode:
1 Press Menu/Setup/Measurement Mode or when in batching
(Model T only), Batch/New Batch/Measurement Mode.
2 Use the softkeys to select the required measurement mode.
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The measurement mode selected and in use, is indicated by the icon shown on the right of the display (a). If no icon is displayed, ‘Immediate’ Mode is in use.
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Icon Displayed
Measurement Mode
C 5x, C 10x C 5H, C 10H C 5L, C 10L
Custom: The user can choose to take either 5 or 10 readings and can choose to display on the gauge (Model B & T) and save into the batch memory (Model T only), the mean/average, highest or lowest measurement of each set of readings.
Standards:
Select from AS 3894.5, ASTM 4417-B or SANS 5772
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AS 3894.5 (Australian Standard):
The user is prompted to take 10 readings. The lowest 5 readings are discarded and the mean/average measurement of the remaining 5 readings is displayed on the gauge (Model B & T) and saved into the batch memory (Model T only).
ASTM x ASTM H
ASTM 4417-B (American Society for Testing & Materials):
The user is prompted to take 10 readings and can choose to display on the gauge (Model B & T) and save into the batch memory (Model T only), the mean/average or highest measurement of each set of 10 readings.
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SANS 5772 (South African National Standard):
The user is prompted to take 5 readings and the mean/average measurement of each set of 5 readings is displayed on the gauge (Model B & T) and saved into the batch memory (Model T only).
Note: When using ‘Custom’ or ‘Standards’ mode, only the mean/average, highest or lowest
measurement as specified for each set of 5 or 10 readings is saved in the batch memory. The individual readings are not stored. This also applies when using ‘Live
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When ‘Custom’ or ‘Standards’ measurement mode is selected:
4 The circles indicate the number of readings
out of the set of predefined readings which
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4 The value of the last reading taken is
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displayed on screen in grey, below the reading circles (b).
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readings has been taken, the
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Hold the probe by the probe sleeve.
Firmly place the probe onto the surface
Allow the sleeve to make contact with the surface - to improve accuracy.
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Drag the probe over the surface
Bang the probe down hard onto the surface
Swing the probe by its cable
5 TAKING A READING
1 Hold the probe by its sleeve 2 To take a reading, bring the probe down onto the surface whilst
holding it perpendicular
3 For subsequent readings, lift the probe off and then replace it
onto the surface
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4 To accurately assess the surface profile 5-10 readings should be
taken over a surface area of 150mm (6 sq. in.). The average of
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these readings will indicate the surface profile peak-to-valley height of that area.
4 When using ‘Immediate’ mode, users can pre-define the number of readings
using the counted average function. When in batching (Model T), press Batch/New Batch/Batch Type, select “Counted Average” and set the number of readings as required. The average of this pre-defined number will be saved into the batch, but the individual readings within the counted average are not saved. When not in batching (Model B & T), press Display/Statistics/Counted Average and set the number of readings as required. When using counted average, the gauge switches between displaying statistics based on individual readings to statistics based on the counted average, as each set of reading are taken.
4 The display will dim if inactive for more than 15 seconds and will go ‘black’ if
inactive for the period defined in Menu/Setup/Screen Settings/Screen Timeout. Press any key or tap the gauge to awaken it.
4 The gauge will switch off automatically after 5 minutes of inactivity. 4 - - - indicates reading outside range of probe.
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6 CALIBRATING AND TESTING THE GAUGE CALIBRATION
6.1 CALIBRATING THE GAUGE
Adjusting the calibration of the gauge is the process of zeroing the gauge on a smooth glass zero tile. Calibration foils can be used to check the accuracy of the gauge across its measurement range.
The Elcometer 224 Model T has a choice of calibration methods as detailed below. The Elcometer 224 Model B uses the Zero calibration method.
4 Zero Calibration: A simple method for calibrating on the smooth
glass zero tile. Simply place the probe on the glass tile and the gauge will adjust the calibration accordingly.
4 2 Point Calibration: This is a more accurate method of calibrating
the gauge than the Zero method as it requires the user to calibrate the gauge using a foil and the smooth glass zero tile.
4 Tip Change Calibration: The precision manufactured probe tip will
wear after continued use. Re-calibration is required after a tip replacement to ensure the continued accuracy of the gauge - see Section 6.2 on page en-8 for further information.
To calibrate the gauge:
1 Press the Cal softkey. 2 Use the softkeys to select the required calibration method
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3 Follow the on-screen instructions.
After continued use, the surface of the glass zero tile will begin to wear. If a repeatable zero can not be obtained the tile should be replaced.
Description Part Number
Glass Zero Tile T22420072
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6.2 CALIBRATING THE GAUGE AFTER PROBE TIP REPLACEMENT
The precision manufactured probe tip will wear after continued use. This is a consumable item which can be replaced by the user.
Description Part Number
Replacement Probe Tips (x2) with Fixing Tool T22420053 Replacement Probe Tips (x5) T22420095
Re-calibration is required after a tip replacement to ensure the continued accuracy of the gauge.
To re-calibrate after tip replacement:
1 Press the Cal softkey. 2 Select “Tip Change Calibration” (Model T only).
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3 Follow the on-screen instructions.
6.3 TESTING THE GAUGE CALIBRATION (MODEL T)
The calibration can be checked at any time without affecting any statistics or batch memory by following the procedure below and comparing the reading value displayed with the glass zero or measured foil value.
To test the gauge calibration:
1 Press the Cal softkey. 2 Select “Test Calibration” and follow the on-screen instructions. 3 When prompted, either place the probe on to the glass zero tile or
on the centre of the foil resting on the glass tile, making sure the pin goes through the hole in the centre of the foil.
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7 BATCHING - MODEL T
1 To use the Batching memory facility, press the Batch softkey 2 Select “New Batch” or “Open Existing Batch” to add readings 3 Copy and review batch data 4 Select “Edit Batch” to rename, clear readings from or delete a
batch
5 Fixed Batch Size allows users to pre-define the number of
readings to be stored in a batch.
Once all readings have been taken the gauge automatically
opens a new batch with a link
to the original batch name. For Example NewBatch_1 becomes
NewBatch_2, NewBatch_3, etc.
4 Save each reading into memory or store the average of a pre-defined number of
readings using the Counted Average function.
8 DISPLAYING GRAPHS
8.1 BAR GRAPH (MODEL B & T)
The Bar Graph displays an analogue representation of the thickness value together with the highest, lowest and average reading as measurements are taken. To display the Bar Graph:
1 Press the Display softkey and select
“Readings & Bar Graph”
4 If a reading is outside set limits, the white bar and the reading value turn red.
8.2 RUN CHART (MODEL T)
To display the Run Chart of the last 20 readings:
1 Press the Batch softkey 2 Select “New Batch” or “Open Existing
Batch”
3 Press the Display softkey and select
“Readings & Run Chart”.
4 Red points signify a reading outside the batch’s limits (if set).
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8.3 BATCH GRAPH (MODEL T)
To display the Batch Graph:
1 Select the appropriate batch name
from Batch/Review Batch
2 Select “Batch Graph”.
4 Red columns signify a reading outside the
batch’s limits (if set).
4 Press the Zoom softkey followed by ç or è to
review individual readings as required.
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9 MENU STRUCTURE - MODEL B
Menu
Display
Data
Last Five Readings
Calibration
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Clear Statistics View Selected View All Select Statistics Counted Average
Number of Readings Mean Lowest Reading Highest Reading Standard Deviation Coefficient of Variation
Statistics
Select Statistics
Delete Last Reading Setup About Reset Emergency Light
Clear Statistics Readings Only Readings & Selected Stats Readings & Bar Graph Statistics
50.5 µm
52.3 µm
51.0 µm
51.8 µm
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51.5 µm Escape Delete Ok
Pressing the Cal Softkey
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Measurement Mode Units Language Beep Volume Screen Settings Gauge Auto Off
Gauge Information Probe Information Contact Legal
Setup
About
Measurement Mode Immediate Custom Standards
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µm mm mils inch
Screen Brightness Screen Timeout Auto Display Rotation Opening Screen
Patents Legal Notices Regulatory
Units
Screen Settings
Legal
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¡¡¡
Measurement Mode
Immediate
Custom
Standards
Setup
Measurement Mode
Units
Language
Units
Time and Date
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mmµminch
Beep Volume
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mils
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Screen Settings
Gauge Auto Off
Time and Date
Set Time
Set Date
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Set Limits
Set Upper
Enable Limits
Set Lower
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Set Format
Display Time and Date
Set Nominal
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Screen Settings
Screen Timeout
Screen Brightness
Opening Screen
Auto Display Rotation
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Bluetooth
Bluetooth ID xxxxxx
Enable Bluetooth
Bluetooth Code xxxxxx
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Legal
Patents
About
Contact
Probe Information
Legal
Gauge Information
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Legal Notices
Regulatory
New Batch
Open Batch 1
Rename Batch 1
Calibrate
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Measurement Mode
Custom
Immediate
Batch Type
Batch Limits
Measurement Mode
Batch Type
Standards
Edit Batch
Fixed Batch Size
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Normal
Rename Batch
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Counted Average
Review Batch
Delete Batch
Clear Batch
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Batch Limits
Set Upper
Set Lower
Enable Limits
Batch 1
Statistics
Batch Information
Calibration Information
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Set Nominal
Readings
Graph
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Deleted Reading
Delete With Tag
Delete Without Tag
Menu
Delete Last Reading
Setup
Set Limits
Bluetooth
Reset
About
Emergency Light
Display
Clear Statistics
Readings Only
Readings & Selected Stats
Readings & Run Chart
Readings & Bar Graph
Batch Graph
Statistics
Statistics
Batch
Memory Free
Exit Batching
New Batch
Open Existing Batch
Counted Average
View Selected
Select Statistics
Clear Statistics
View All
Select Statistics
Calibration
Review Batch
Deleted Reading
Copy Batch
Edit Batch
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Mean
Number of Readings
Lowest Reading
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Number Below Limit
Coefficient of Variation
Low Limit Value
Highest Reading
Standard Deviation
High Limit Value
Nominal Value
Number Above Limit
Tip Change Calibration
Zero Calibration
2 Point Calibration
Calibration Lock
Test Calibration
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11 DOWNLOADING DATA & UPGRADING YOUR GAUGE
11.1 USING ELCOMASTER
1 Using ElcoMaster - supplied with the Elcometer 224 Model T,
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can transmit readings to a PC for archiving and report generation. Data can be transferred via Bluetooth (Model T) or
USB. For more information on ElcoMaster visit
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2 All Elcometer 224 gauge firmware can be upgraded to the latest
versions, as they become available. Elcometer 224 B & T models can be upgraded by the User via ElcoMaster .
3 ElcoMaster will inform you of any updates when the gauge is
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11.2 USING ELCOMASTER MOBILE APPS (MODEL T)
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Ideal when out in the field or on-site, live readings can be stored directly onto a mobile device and saved into batches. Inspection data can be transferred from mobile to PC for further analysis and reporting.
Compatible with smart phones and tablets running Android 2.1 or above. To install, download via www.elcometer.com or using the Google Play™ Store app, and follow the on screen instructions.
Made for iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPhone 4s, iPhone 4, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad (3rd and 4th generation), iPad mini, iPad 2, and iPod touch (4th and 5th generation). To install, download via www.elcometer.com or the App
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Battery Type
2 x AA batteries, rechargeable batteries
can also be used
Operating Temperature
-10 to 50°C (14 to 122°F)
Relative Humidity
0 to 95%
Gauge Dimensions
Separate: 14.1 x 7.30 x 3.70cm (5.55 x 2.87 x 1.46")
Integral: 16.8 x 7.30 x 3.70cm (5.61 x 2.87 x 1.46")
Gauge Weight
(with supplied batteries)
Integral: 218g (7.69oz)
Separate: 161g (5.68oz)
Can be used in accordance with: ASTM D 4417-B, SANS 5772, US Navy NSI 009-32,
US Navy PPI 63101-000
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13 ELCOMETER 224 SEPARATE PROBES
A choice of flat or convex surface profile probes, ideal for measuring profile on external curved surfaces such as pipelines etc, are available for Elcometer 224 Separate Gauges, with either standard or armoured metal reinforced heavy duty cables.
All Elcometer 224 Surface Profile Probes have an accuracy of ±5% or ±5μm (±0.2mil) and are supplied with a glass zero plate, calibration test foils; nominal values 125μm (5.0mils) & 508μm (20mils) and an Elcometer test certificate.
Description Part Number
Flat Surface Probe; Standard Cable T224C500US Flat Surface Probe; Armoured Cable T224C500UARM Convex Surface Probe ; Standard Cable T224C500UX Convex Surface Probe ; Armoured Cable T224C500UXARM
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14 LEGAL NOTICES & REGULATORY INFORMATION
Declaration of Conformity: Elcometer 224 Model B complies with the requirements of the following EU Directives: 2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility 2011/65/EU Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances Elcometer 224 Model T complies with the requirements of the following EU Directives: 2014/53/EU Radio Equipment 2011/65/EU Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances Declarations of Conformity are available to download via: Model B: www.elcometer.com/images/stories/PDFs/Datasheets/Declaration_of_Conformity/English/DoC_224C_B.pdf Model T: www.elcometer.com/images/stories/PDFs/Datasheets/Declaration_of_Conformity/English/DoC_224C_T.pdf Operational Frequency Band: 2,402 - 2,480 MHz Maximum Transmitted Power: <4 dBm This product is Class B, Group 1 ISM equipment according to CISPR 11. Class B product: Suitable for use in domestic establishments and in establishments directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which supplies buildings used for domestic purposes. Group 1 ISM product: A product in which there is intentionally generated and/or used conductively coupled radio-frequency energy which is necessary for the internal functioning of the equipment itself. The USB is for data transfer only and is not to be connected to the mains via a USB mains adapter. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The ACMA compliance mark can be accessed via: Menu/About/Legal/Regulatory Elcometer 224 Model T: The Giteki mark, its product identification code, the FCC ID and Bluetooth SIG QDID can be accessed via: Menu/About/Legal/Regulatory NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. To satisfy FCC RF Exposure requirements for mobile and base station transmission devices, a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during operation. To ensure compliance, operation at closer than this distance is not recommended. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Modifications not expressly approved by Elcometer Limited could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This Class B digital apparatus complies with CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B).
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and ElcoMaster are registered trademarks of Elcometer Limited, Edge Lane, Manchester, M43 6BU. United Kingdom
are trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and licensed to Elcometer Limited. Elcometer 224 Model T: Made for iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPhone 4s, iPhone 4, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad (3rd and 4th generation), iPad mini, iPad 2, and iPod touch (4th and 5th generation). “Made for iPod,” ”Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless performance. iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Google Play is a trademark of Google Inc. All other trademarks acknowledged.
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The Elcometer 224 is packed in a cardboard package. Please ensure that all packaging is disposed of in an environmentally sensitive manner. Consult your local Environmental Authority for further guidance.
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