1551A Ex/1552A Ex
Stik Thermometer
Users Manual
November 2010
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service. The warranty period is one year and begins on the date of shipment. Parts, product repairs, and
services are warranted for 90 days. This warranty extends only to the original buyer or end-user customer of
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Fluke's opinion, has been misused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by accident or abnormal
conditions of operation or handling. Fluke warrants that software will operate substantially in accordance
with its functional specifications for 90 days and that it has been properly recorded on non-defective media.
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or replacement of a defective product which is returned to a Fluke authorized service center within the
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Fluke Corporation
P.O. Box 9090
Everett, WA 98206-9090
U.S.A.
Fluke Europe B.V.
P.O. Box 1186
5602 BD Eindhoven
The Netherlands
11/99
To register your product online, visit register.fluke.com
Table of Contents
Title Page
Introduction........................................................................................................ 1
Features.............................................................................................................. 1
How to Contact Fluke ........................................................................................ 2
Safety Information ............................................................................................. 2
ATEX Safety Information ............................................................................. 3
Symbols ......................................................................................................... 4
Approvals ...................................................................................................... 4
Operation ........................................................................................................... 5
Immersion Depth and Usage ......................................................................... 5
Display and Controls ..................................................................................... 7
Primary Display ........................................................................................ 8
Stability Display........................................................................................ 8
Setup and Configuration................................................................................ 8
Temperature Unit Selection ...................................................................... 8
Stability Limit ........................................................................................... 8
Auto-Off Selection .................................................................................... 9
Battery Life ............................................................................................... 9
Operating Temperature ............................................................................. 9
Damping.................................................................................................... 9
Sampling Rate ........................................................................................... 9
Display Resolution .................................................................................... 10
RS232 Communication ............................................................................. 10
Ohms Display............................................................................................ 10
Start or Stop Data Logging ....................................................................... 10
Display Free Log Memory ............................................................................ 10
Logging Interval........................................................................................ 11
Send Logged Data ..................................................................................... 11
Erase Logged Data .................................................................................... 11
Maintenance....................................................................................................... 11
Clean the Product .......................................................................................... 11
Battery Replacement ..................................................................................... 11
Battery Life.................................................................................................... 13
Calibration ..................................................................................................... 13
SCPI Commands................................................................................................ 13
RS-232 Interface ................................................................................................ 13
Specifications..................................................................................................... 13
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List of Tables
Table Title Page
1. Symbols.................................................................................................................. 4
2. Approved Batteries................................................................................................. 12
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List of Figures
Figure Title Page
1. Probe Measurements .............................................................................................. 5
2. Immersion Depth.................................................................................................... 6
3. Display and Controls.............................................................................................. 7
4. Battery Replacement .............................................................................................. 12
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Introduction
The Stik Thermometer (the Product) is a precision digital thermometer that can be used
as an alternative to mercury liquid-in-glass (LIG) thermometers. It can also be used as a
reference standard for other types of digital or analog thermometers. Because of its
intrinsically safe certification, it can be used in many of the same hazardous locations as
analog thermometers.
When you receive the Product, check that it is intact. The batteries are factory installed.
Keep the shipping materials until you have made sure that there is no concealed damage.
Features
This section tells you about the features of the Product.
• The 1551A Ex Probe contains a fast-responding thin-film sensor that makes accurate
measurements quickly and with minimal immersion depth. The Probe is available in
three versions:
• 4.8 mm x 229 mm (3/16 in. x 9 in.)
• 6.35 mm x 305 mm (1/4 in. x 12 in.)
• 6.35 mm x 508 mm (1/4 in. x 20 in.)
• The 1552A Ex Probe contains a stable, wire-wound platinum sensor with a
6.35 mm x 305 mm (1/4 in. x 12 in.) length sheath.
A rotatable probe mount lets the display module be turned horizontally or vertically.
A unique feature of the Product is the trend indication arrows. You can configure the
arrows to show when the measurements are adequately stable to record a result.
The auto-off feature gives extended battery life of 300 hours maximum. The typical user
may only have to change the batteries a few times a year.
Added features let you tailor the Product for specific applications.
These features include:
• ±0.05 °C accuracy over full range
• Intrinsically safe (ATEX compliant)
• Display temperature in °C or °F
• Temperature trend indicator
• User-selectable resolution (0.1, 0.01, 0.001)
• Large LCD with backlight
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How to Contact Fluke
• 300 hour battery life
• Percent battery life and low-battery indicator
• NVLAP accredited calibration (NIST traceable)
To contact Fluke, call one of the following telephone numbers:
• Technical Support USA: 1-800-44-FLUKE (1-800-443-5853)
• Calibration/Repair USA: 1-888-99-FLUKE (1-888-993-5853)
• Canada: 1-800-36-FLUKE (1-800-363-5853)
• Europe: +31 402-675-200
• Japan: +81-3-3434-0181
• Singapore: +65-738-5655
• Anywhere in the world: +1-425-446-5500
Or, visit Fluke's website at www.fluke.com
To register your product, visit http://register.fluke.com
To see, print, or download the latest manual supplement, visit
http://us.fluke.com/usen/support/manuals
Safety Information
A Warning identifies conditions and actions that pose hazard(s) to the user. A Caution
identifies conditions and procedures that could cause Product damage, equipment under
test damage, or permanent loss of data.
Symbols used on the Product and in this manual are explained in Table 1.
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury:
• Use the Product only as specified, or the protection
supplied by the Product can be compromised.
• Do not use the Product to measure the temperature of
hazardous live components.
• Do not open the Product case. If you open the case, the Ex
approval is not applicable.
• Change the batteries only in areas that are not Ex-hazardous.
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• Use only specified approved batteries in the Product. Refer
to the battery replacement instructions for a list of approved
batteries.
• Do not use and disable the Product if it is damaged.
• Replace the batteries when the low battery indicator shows
to prevent incorrect measurements.
Stik Thermometer
Safety Information
• Check for proper operation of the Product before taking it
into a hazardous area. Should the Product not operate as
expected do not take the Product into a hazardous area and
return it to the manufacturer for inspection.
• The Product is intended for installation only in locations
providing adequate protection against the entry of solid
foreign objects or water capable of impairing safety.
WCaution
To prevent possible damage to the Product or to equipment
under test:
• If the display message changes to “OL,” the range limit is
exceeded and the Product must immediately be removed
from the heat source to prevent damage.
• Do not immerse the Probe beyond its maximum immersion
depth. This may damage its internal electronics. See
“Immersion Depth and Usage” later in this manual.
• DO NOT drop or strike the Probe in any way. Mechanical
shock damages the Probe internally and affects it
calibration.
If the Product overheats or is exposed to sudden physical shock, examine it for damage that
can cause a safety risk. If possible, compare the displayed temperature to a known reference
before Product use. If not sure, send the Product to Fluke Corporation. Refer to “How to
Contact Fluke”.
Substitution of components will impair suitability for hazardous locations.
ATEX Safety Information
This manual contains data and safety regulations that must be followed for safe, reliable
use of the Product in hazardous areas under the detailed conditions. If you do not follow
these instructions, personal injury or Product damage can occur. Violation of applicable
legislation can also occur. Read the full manual before you use the Product. To make sure
of safe Product operation, fully follow all instructions and warnings in the manual. If you
are not sure (due to translation and/or printing errors), refer to the English manual.
An “Ex-hazardous area,” as used in this manual, refers to an area made hazardous by the
possible presence of flammable or explosive vapors. These areas are also referred to as
“hazardous locations.”
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Symbols
Symbol Meaning Symbol Meaning
International symbols used on the Product and in this manual are explained in Table 1.
Table 1. Symbols
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Approvals
The Product meets the above requirements using:
EN 60079-0:2006 ELECTRICAL APPARATUS FOR
EXPLOSIVE GAS ATMOSPHERES -- PART
0: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (IEC
60079-0:2004 (MOD))
EN 60079-11:2007
EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES -- PART 11:
Earth ground
Risk of Danger. Important information.
See Manual.
Do not dispose of this product as
unsorted municipal waste. Go to
Fluke’s website for recycling
information.
Conforms to relevant European Union directives.
M
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Battery
Hazardous Voltage
Conforms to ATEX requirements
EQUIPMENT PROTECTION BY INTRINSIC
SAFETY "I" (IEC 60079-11:2006 (EQV) +
CORRIGENDUM DEC. 2006 (EQV))
Manufactured by Fluke Corporation:
Fluke Corporation
P.O. Box 9090
Everett, WA 98206-9090
U.S.A.
P.O. Box 1186
5602 BD Eindhoven
The Netherlands
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Operation
Operation
Immersion Depth and Usage
WCaution
To prevent possible damage to the Product or to equipment
under test, do not immerse the Probe beyond the maximum
immersion depth. This may damage its internal electronics.
Allow enough time for the Probe to stabilize before recording measurements. Use the
Stability Display to determine when the Probe has stabilized.
Probe sensor length is shown in Figure 1.
A
B
C
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Sheath Length:
1551A-9: 229 mm (9 in)
1551A-20: 508 mm (20 in)
1551A-12/1552A-12: 305 mm (12 in)
Sensor Length:
1551A: ≤10 mm (0.39 in)
1552A: ≤30 mm (1.18 in)
Sheath Diameter:
1551A-9: 4.8 mm (3/16 in)
1551A-12/1551A-20/1552A: 6.35 mm (1/4 in)
Figure 1. Probe Measurements
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The minimum immersion depth for the Probe is 3.5 inches in a stirred fluid heat source. It
is recommended that you make sure of the minimum immersion depth for the specific
application. See Figure 2.
• The maximum immersion depth for the 1551A Ex is 2 inches less than the total
length. Make sure the last 2 inches of Probe, nearest to the internal electronics of the
device, are not put into the heat source.
• The maximum immersion depth for the 1552A Ex is 3 inches less than the total
length. Make sure the last 3 inches of the Probe, nearest to the internal electronics of
the device, are not put into the heat source.
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1552A Ex: Maximum immersion: 3 inches less than total probe length.
1551A Ex: Maximum immersion: 2 inches less than total probe length.
Figure 2. Immersion Depth
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Operation
Display and Controls
The Display and Controls are explained below and in the Setup and Configuration section.
See Figure 3.
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Number Item Description
A
B
C
D
D
A
B
C
E Primary
Display
Push to power the Product on and off. Hold the button down at power-up to
check the display to see that all display segments are shown.
Push to toggle the main display value between min, max, and trend modes.
Push to change the various set-up parameters of the Product.
Push to enter data in set-up modes. When the Product is displaying
temperature, push
Shows the temperature values in °C or °F. Also used in set-up mode.
C to activate the backlight.
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F Icon area Used in regular and setup modes.
G Stability
Display
H Arrow
Buttons
Shows the trend and stability of data.
Secondary functions of
Aand B. Enter data in the setup modes.
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E
Backlight symbol.
Flashes when the batteries need to be changed.
Figure 3. Display and Controls
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Primary Display
Stability Display
Push Ato toggle the numeric display between the current reading, minimum,
maximum, and 1-minute trend values in °C or °F as calculated since power up or since
the last reset of values. Push and hold the A button for 2 seconds until "CLR" shows
to reset the MIN/MAX/TREND values.
The Stability Display shows the general stability level relative to a user-configurable
stability limit. There are four presets for stability shown in °C or °F (0.01, 0.1, 1.0, or
10.0). When the limit is exceeded, it also shows the general direction in which the
readings are presently moving. The stability level is calculated from a moving sample
window of 6 seconds, with the value extrapolated to a 1-minute time base.
Segments are turned on to indicate the stability level as follows:
• Center only (stable) - when half of the 1-minute trend value is less than or equal to
the stability limit, i.e. maximum deviation -limit to +limit.
• Center plus one arrow up or down (depending on the trend) - when half of the 1-
minute trend value is greater than the stability limit and is less than or equal to twice
the stability limit.
• Center plus two arrows up or down (depending on the trend) - when half of the 1-
minute trend value is greater than twice the stability limit and is less than or equal to
three times the stability limit.
• Center plus three arrows up or down (depending on the trend) - when half of the 1-
minute trend value is greater than three times the stability limit.
Setup and Configuration
Push B to enter the setup modes. Inside the setup modes the buttons work as follows:
A Exit to the main display.
B Step to the next menu item, exit to the main display after the last item.
C Enter the data-edit mode for the present menu item.
During the data-edit mode, use K and L to scroll through the values. Push C to save
and exit back to the menu item.
The following sections describe the setup items in the order in which they appear.
Temperature Unit Selection
The Temperature Unit Selection Menu lets you choose the unit used when showing the
primary variable.
K Change the unit °C or °F.
L Change the unit °C or °F.
C Exit back to menu item
Stability Limit
The stability limit setting is used to find when the secondary display will show that the
reading is stable. There are four preset settings for stability (0.01, 0.1, 1.0, or 10.0)
expressed in the presently selected units.
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K Change the unit-stability limit setting to the next greater setting.
L Change the unit-stability limit setting to the next lesser setting.
C
Exit back to menu item
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Operation
Auto-Off Selection
The Auto-off parameters control when the Product automatically turns off after inactivity
on the keypad.
K Increase the auto-off setting and the primary data field from "OFF" to 1 minute
and stopping at 20 minutes.
L Decrease the auto-off setting and the primary data field from 1 minute to "OFF"
and stopping at "OFF".
C Exit back to menu item.
Battery Life
Initially, the primary data field shows the percentage of remaining battery life. This
display can be toggled to show the battery voltage and is constantly updated to show
current battery capacity.
Push C to toggle between the two data displays.
Operating Temperature
This selection shows the operating temperature of the internal electronics in °C or °F.
K Change the unit °C or °F.
L Change the unit °C or °F.
C Exit back to menu item.
An “Overtemp” warning is shown if the internal electronics temperature
is more than 50
Damping
The Damping function is a running average of readings used to filter "noisy" temperature
sources. The selections are OFF, 2, 5, or 10 sample average.
K Change the damp setting to the subsequent item in the list, cycling from the last
L Change the damp setting to the previous item in the list, cycling from the first to
C Exit back to menu item.
Sampling Rate
The sampling rate calculates how often the Product samples data. The settings are 0.5, 1.0,
or 2.0, shown in samples per second.
K Change the rate setting to the subsequent item in the list, cycling from the last to
L Change the rate setting to the previous item in the list, cycling from the first to
to the first.
the last.
the first.
the last.
°
C (122 °F).
Note
C Exit back to menu item.
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Display Resolution
RS232 Communication
Ohms Display
Display resolution is the number of digits to the right of the decimal point. The settings
are 0.1, 0.01, or 0.001.
K Change the resolution setting to the subsequent item in the list, cycling from the
last to the first.
L Change the resolution setting to the previous item in the list, cycling from the
first to the last.
C Exit back to menu item.
The baud rate can be set to 2400 or 9600.
K Change the RS232 communication setting in the list, cycling from the last to the
first.
L Change the RS232 communication setting to the previous item in the list, cycling
from the first to the last.
C Exit back to menu item.
The Primary Display shows the resistance of the sensor. The secondary data field
displays “OHMS”. C is inactive.
The Data Logging functions that follow are only functional in Products that
were purchased with option Data Logging configuration (e.g. 155X-D-X).
Start or Stop Data Logging
Logging status messages are:
FULL the data logging memory is full
OFF not presently logging data
ON presently logging data
Push C to change the logging status.
Push K and L if not currently logging data, to choose between START and OFF. If
presently logging data, choose between STOP and ON. The current data logging mode is
not changed until C is pushed.
C Stop or start data logging.
Display Free Log Memory
Initially, the primary data field shows the percentage of log memory. This display can be
toggled to show the number of free records and is updated continually during data
logging to show the current memory capacity.
Push C to toggle between the two data displays.
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Logging Interval
Push C to enter the data edit mode. ENTER is ignored if presently logging data.
K Change the logging interval setting to the subsequent item in the list, cycling
from the last to the first.
L Change the logging interval setting to the previous item in the list, cycling from
the first to the last.
C Return to the corresponding menu item.
Send Logged Data
Push C to:
K or L Confirm or cancel the choice to send data.
C Send or cancel data.
C is ignored if presently logging data.
Erase Logged Data
Push C to:
K or L Confirm or cancel the choice to erase logged data.
C Erase or cancel data erase.
C is ignored if presently logging data.
Maintenance
Clean the Product
WCaution
To prevent possible damage to the product or to equipment
under test, do not use abrasive cleaners. They will damage the
case.
To clean the Product, use a cloth with a mild cleaning solution.
Battery Replacement
XWWarning
To prevent possible explosion, fire, or personal injury:
• Change the batteries only in areas that are not Ex-hazardous.
• Replace the batteries when the low battery indicator shows
to prevent incorrect measurements.
WCaution
To prevent possible damage to the Product or to equipment
under test:
• Remove batteries to prevent battery leakage and damage to
the Product if it is not used for an extended period.
• Be sure that the battery polarity is correct to prevent battery
leakage.
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To change the batteries, see Figure 4:
1. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to remove the battery door screw.
2. Remove the battery door to access the three AAA batteries.
3. Replace only with approved AAA batteries listed in this document. See Table 2. Any
substitution voids the Product safety rating.
4. Make sure the battery polarity is correct.
5. Replace the battery door and install the screw.
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Figure 4. Battery Replacement
Table 2. Approved Batteries
Battery Manufacturer Type
Duracell LR03/MN2400
Rayovac LR03/824
Energizer LR03/E92
Panasonic LR03X
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SCPI Commands
Battery Life
Battery life is approximately 300 hours (12.5 days) of continuous operation with the
backlight off. A low-battery icon (E) shows in the lower right of the display when
battery level is low. Replace batteries per recommendations found in the specifications
section of this manual.
Calibration
For calibration information, refer to the document on the documentation CD.
SCPI Commands
For a list of the SCPI commands, refer to the document on the documentation CD.
RS-232 Interface
An RS-232 interface is standard on the Product. Serial communication can be used for
configuration, calibration, and to move measurement data from the Product. An RS-232
cable is included with data logging software purchase.
XWWarning
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury, the
RS-232 interface must not be used in hazardous areas.
Specifications
(Ambient: 23 °C ±5 °C)
Measurement Range
1551A Ex ......................................................................... −50 °C to 160 °C (−58 °F to 320 °F)
1552A Ex ......................................................................... −80 °C to 300 °C (−112 °F to 572 °F)
Accuracy (1 year) ..................................................................... ±0.05 °C (0.09 °F)
Resolution ................................................................................. Selectable (0.1, 0.01, 0.001) factory default is 0.01
Sample Rate ............................................................................. User selectable 0.5/sec, 1/sec or 2/sec factory default is
Operating Temperature Range of Readout: .......................... −10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F)
Probe Response Time .............................................................. Approximately 20 seconds
EMC Compliance....................................................................... EN61326:2006 Annex C
CISPR 11, Edition 5.0-2009
Class “B”
Humidity Range......................................................................... 0 to 95 % RH Non-condensing
Storage Temperature Range.................................................... −20 °C to 60 °C (−4 °F to 140 °F)
Enclosure Rating ...................................................................... IP50
Readout Temperature Coefficient ........................................... Add ±10 ppm/°C of full scale temperature from −10 °C to
Probe Temperature Coefficient .............................................. 0.00385 Ω/Ω/°C nominal
Nominal Probe Resistance at 0 °C .......................................... 100 Ω
Probe Hysteresis....................................................................... ±0.01 °C
Power ......................................................................................... 3 AAA alkaline batteries
1/sec
18 °C and 28 °C to 50 °C
(Must use only approved batteries. See Table 2)
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Battery Life ................................................................................ Approximately 300 hours without back light
Battery Save (auto-off) Range ................................................. Selectable from 1 to 30 minutes or can be disabled
Size (readout only).................................................................... Approximately 4 in. x 2 in. x 1 in.
Probe Size.................................................................................. 1551A-9: 4.8 mm x 229 mm (3/16 in. x 9 in.)
1551A-12: 6.35 mm x 305 mm (1/4 in. x 12 in.)
1551A-20: 6.35 mm x 508 mm (1/4 in. x 20 in.)
1552A: 6.35 mm x 305 mm (1/4 in. x 12 in.)
Weight ........................................................................................ 6.9 oz
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