Mitutoyo 99MBH001B1 User Manual

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No.99MBH001B1

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Digi-Derm

Digital coating

thickness gage

User’s Manual

Read this User's Manual thoroughly

before operating the instrument. After reading,

retain it close at hand for future reference.

CONVENTIONS USED IN USER'S MANUAL

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Safety Precautions

To operate the instrument correctly and safely, Mitutoyo manuals use various safety signs (Signal Words and Safety Alert Symbols) to identify and warn against hazards and potential accidents.

The following signs indicate general warnings:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not

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The following signs indicate specific warnings or prohibited actions, or indicate a mandatory action:

avoided, will result in serious injury or death.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or property damage.

Alerts the user to a specific hazardous situation. The given example means "Caution, risk of electric shock".

Prohibits a specific action. The given example means " Do not disassemble".

Specifies a required action. The given example means "Ground".

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CONVENTIONS USED IN USER'S MANUAL

On Various Types of Notes

The following types of notes are provided to help the operator obtain reliable measurement data through correct instrument operation.

1 INTRODUCTION

IMPORTANT • An important note is a type of note that provides information

NOTE A note emphasizes or supplements important points of the

essential to the completion of a task. You cannot disregard this note to complete the task.

• An important note is a type of precaution, which if neglected could result in a loss of data, decreased accuracy or instrument malfunction/failure.

main text. A note supplies information that may only apply in special cases (e.g.. Memory limitations, equipment configurations, or details that apply to specific versions of a program).

TIP A tip is a type of note that helps the user apply the techniques

and procedures described in the text to their specific needs. It also provides reference information associated with the topic being discussed.

Mitutoyo assumes no liability to any party for any loss or damage, direct or indirect, caused by use of this instrument not conforming to this manual. Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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WARRANTY

In the event that the Mitutoyo Digi-Derm should prove defective in workmanship or material, within one year from the date of original purchase for use, it will be repaired or replaced, at our option, free of charge upon its prepaid return to us.

This warranty shall not apply if the product has been subject to fair wear and tear, abuse through misuse or improper use/handling/storage/maintenance/ service/repair or through adaptation/modification by the original purchaser or any third party without prior written consent of Mitutoyo or as a result of damage by an actual disaster or circumstances beyond the control of Mitutoyo. To obtain service under this warranty the product must be returned to the nearest Mitutoyo Service Center. Any postage, insurance, or shipping charges incurred in returning the product for service are the responsibility of the purchaser. * This warranty is not transferable and is only valid within the country of the

original purchase.

* You may have additional rights under the laws of country of original

purchase that do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties or the exclusion or limitation of certain damages. If these laws apply, Mitutoyo's limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

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CONTENTS

CONVENTIONS USED IN USER'S MANUAL ......................... i

WARRANTY ...........................................................................iii

1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................. 1-1

1.1 Preface ................................................................................. 1-1

1.2 Application ............................................................................ 1-1

1.3 Nomenclature and Function ................................................. 1-2

2 OPERATION..................................................................... 2-1

2.1 Setting Power Source........................................................... 2-1

2.2 Calibration ............................................................................ 2-2

2.2.1 Zero adjustment.....................................................................2-2

2.2.2 Gain adjustment .................................................................... 2-3

2.2.3 Notes on calibration .............................................................. 2-4

2.3 Measurement........................................................................ 2-5

2.3.1 Measurement method ............................................................ 2-5

2.3.2 Holding displayed value .......................................................2-6

2.3.3 Outputting displayed value ................................................... 2-6

2.3.4 Rod stand ..............................................................................2-6

2.3.5 Over indication......................................................................2-6

3 SPECIFICATION AND SAFE-KEEPING .......................... 3-1

3.1 Specifications ....................................................................... 3-1

3.1.1 General specifications ........................................................... 3-1

3.1.2 Output specifications ............................................................3-2

3.2 Safe-keeping ........................................................................ 3-4

1 INTRODUCTION

SERVICE NETWORK

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1.1 Preface1.1 Preface

1.1 Preface

1.1 Preface1.1 Preface

The Mitutoyo Digi-Derm is a coating thickness gage of non-destructive type with a digital display. If it is connected to the Digimatic Miniprocessor, measurements can be printed and processed. Read this operation manual carefully before use.

1.2 Application1.2 Application

1.2 Application

1.2 Application1.2 Application

1) No.179-741, 179-745 & 179-7461) No.179-741, 179-745 & 179-746

1) No.179-741, 179-745 & 179-746

1) No.179-741, 179-745 & 179-7461) No.179-741, 179-745 & 179-746

Capable of measuring the thickness of the following types of nonmagnetic plating, films, etc. applied to magnetic materials (Iron, Nickel, Cobalt, etc.):

• Plating: Gold, Copper, Zinc, Tin, Chromium, Lead, Cadmium, etc.

• Paint: Oil-based paint, Lacquer, Synthetic resin, Metallic-coating,

Rubber paint, etc.

• Lining: Resin, Rubber, Tar, Glass, etc.

• Parkerizing, Metal spraying, Oxide film, and other special film

• Film:Metal, Resin, Rubber, Paper or any other non-magnetic film

can be measured using steel base metal as the reference.

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INTRODUCTION

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1 INTRODUCTION

2) No.179-755 & 179-7562) No.179-755 & 179-756

2) No.179-755 & 179-756

2) No.179-755 & 179-7562) No.179-755 & 179-756

Capable of measuring the thickness of the following types of nonconductive plating, films, etc. applied to non-magnetic materials (Brass, Copper, Aluminum, etc.):

• Paint: Oil-based paint, Lacquer, Synthetic resin, Rubber paint, etc.

• Lining: Resin, Rubber, Tar, Glass, etc.

• Oxide film, and other special film

• Film: Resin, Rubber, Paper or any other non-conductive film can

be measured using Copper, Brass, or Aluminum base metal as the reference.

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