MadgeTech EGMS Information Manual

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Description EGMS

Temperature Sensor Internal semiconductor

Temperature Range 0 °C to +60 °C (+32 °F to +140 °F)

Temperature Resolution 0.1 °C

Temperature Accuracy ±0.5 °C

Humidity Sensor Internal semiconductor

Humidity Range 0 %RH to 95 %RH

Humidity Resolution 0.5 %RH

Humidity Accuracy +3.0 %RH

Memory 16,383/channel

Sample Rate 2 seconds up to 12 hours

RH Units %RH, dew pt., water vapor concentration (mg/ml)

Required Interface Package IFC102 or IFC202

Baud Rate 38,400

Typical Battery Life 1 year

Operating Environment

Submergible

Material

Dimensions 2.25 in x 1.68 in dia. (57.15 mm x 42.67 mm)

Weight 2.02 oz (60 g)

Approvals -

0 °C to +60 °C (+32 °F to +140 °F),

0 %RH to 95 %RH (non-condensing)

With Temperature Cap: Yes

With Humidity Cap: No

Enclosure: HDPE

Logger: Stainless Steel

Product Information Card

EGMS

Battery Warning

WARNING: FIRE, EXPLOSION, AND SEVERE BURN HAZARD. DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT, CHARGE,
FORCE OVER DISCHARGE, DISASSEMBLE, CRUSH, PENETRATE OR INCINERATE. BATTERY MAY
LEAK OR EXPLODE IF HEATED ABOVE 60 °C (140 °F).

See MadgeTech’s terms and conditions at www.madgetech.com

Specifications subject to change.

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EGMS

Egg Temperature and Humidity Monitoring System

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EGMS

Product Information Card

Product Notes

The EGMS consists of a temperature and humidity data logger inside an egg shaped

enclosure to simulate the humidity and temperature affects of a real egg. The EGMS is

provided with two enclosure options. The vented enclosure is for use when measuring

temperature and humidity, for example in an incubator. The solid enclosure is for

temperature only measurements, and allows the device to be submerged. The solid

enclosure is recommended for pasteurization applications.

LEDs

Once started, the green LED will flash every two seconds to indicate that the device is

running. The red LED will flash in two second intervals if there is an alarm condition.

Alarm Settings

To change the settings for the temperature alarm:

- Select Alarm Settings from the Device menu in the MadgeTech software. A window will

appear allowing the customer to set the high and low temperature alarms.

- Press Change to edit the values.

- Check Enable Alarm Settings to enable the feature. The values can be entered in the

field manually or by using the scroll bars.

- Click Save to save the changes. To clear an active alarm, press Clear Alarm.

O-Rings

O-ring maintenance is a key factor when properly caring for the EGMS. The o-rings ensure

a tight seal and prevent liquid from entering the inside of the device.

Please refer to the application note “O-Rings 101: Protecting Your Data”, found on the

MadgeTech website, for information on how to prevent O-ring failure.

Installation Guide

Installing the Interface cable

- IFC202

Insert the device into a USB port. The drivers will install automatically.

- IFC102

Plug the serial cable into the port and verify it is secure.

- USB-1 or USB-101

Install the USB drivers from the USB provided in the kit, then plug the USB cable into the

computer and the serial cable into the serial port.

- Click OK. The Device Status box will appear. Click OK.

- At this point, communications have been configured for your logger. These settings can

be found under the Communication Menu.

Note: For additional installation instructions refer to your “Data Logger & Software Operating Manual”.

Device Operation

Starting the data logger

- Click Device Menu then Start Device.

- Choose the desired start method.

- Choose the start parameters by selecting a Reading Rate suitable for your application.

- Enter in any other desired parameters and click Start.

- A box will appear stating the data logger has been started. Click OK.

- Disconnect the data logger from the interface cable and place it in the environment to

measure.

Note: The device will stop recording data when the end of memory is reached or the device is stopped. At this point the device
cannot be restarted until it has been re-armed by the computer.

Downloading data from a data logger

- Connect the data logger to the interface cable.

- Click the Device Menu then Read Device Data. This will offload all recorded data onto

the PC.

Device Maintenance

Battery Replacement

Materials: Replacement Battery (SR1154W)

- Remove the data logger from the egg enclosure

- Unscrew the knurled endcap on the data logger

- Tip the batteries (enclosed in a plastic sleeve) out of the enclosure tube.

- Use a small, dull, non-metallic tool (e.g. pen cap) to push the batteries out of the sleeve.

- Press the new batteries into the sleeve negative (-) end first.

- Place the sleeved batteries in the enclosure tube positive (+) end first.

- Screw the knurled cap back in place.

Recalibration

The EGMS standard calibration is one point at 25 °C and two points at 25 %RH and 75 %RH.

Installing the software

Insert the Software USB into an open USB port. If the autorun does not appear, locate the

drive on the computer and double click on Autorun.exe. Follow the instructions provided

in the Wizard.

Connecting the data logger

- Once the software is installed and running, plug the interface cable into the data logger.

- Click the Communication Menu, then Auto Configure Port.

- After a moment, a box will appear stating that a device has been found.

Pricing:

Recalibration traceable to NIST $110.00

Recalibration $70.00

Call for custom calibration options to accommodate specific application needs.
Prices and specifications subject to change. See MadgeTech’s terms and conditions at www.madgetech.com
To send devices to MadgeTech for calibration, service or repair, please use the MadgeTech RMA Process by visiting

www.madgetech.com, then under the services tab, select RMA Process.