PIE Practical Instrument Electronics 820, 820PM Operating Manual

PIECAL 820
Multifunction
Process Calibrator
mA V •TC • Ω • RTD • Hz
Operating Instructions
PIECAL 820
Multifunction
Process Calibrator
mA V •TC • Ω • RTD • Hz
Operating Instructions
Practical Instrument Electronics
82 East Main Street Suite 3.14 • Webster, NY 14580 USA
Contents
General Operations
Field & Bench Use, Changing Batteries ..................... 2
Storing EZ-CHECK Outputs, Connections ................. 3
Basic Operation
Switches & Knobs .................................................. 4, 5
Double Click Menus ...............................................6, 7
Stepping, Auto Off, Backlight ..................................8, 9
Functions and Hookup Diagrams
Milliamp
Source mA ................................................................ 10
Simulate 2 Wire Transmitters .....................................11
Read mA .................................................................. 12
Power/Measure Transmitters .................................... 13
Voltage & Millivolt
Source mV/V ............................................................ 14
Read mV/V .............................................................. 15
Thermocouple
Source T/C ............................................................... 16
Read T/C Sensors .................................................... 17
Resistance
Source Resistance ................................................... 18
Read Resistance & Check Continuity ...................... 19
RTD
Source RTD .............................................................. 20
Read RTD Sensors ..................................................21
Frequency
Source Frequency .................................................... 22
Read Frequency ....................................................... 23
Specifications
General ................................................................ 24-28
Thermocouple Ranges & Accuracies ..................29-31
RTD Ranges & Accuracies ....................................... 32
Additional Information
Warranty & Accessories ........................................... 33
General Information
Technician friendly operation
The unique and intuitive EZ-DIAL Double Click Menu makes it easier to setup than other multifunction calibrators. Uses the same menus as the single function PIECAL Evolution Calibrators on the display indicate where to plug in the test leads.
Use it as a milliamp and voltage calibrator
Source 0 to 24.00 mA, 0 to 10.25 V & -10.00 to 80.00 mV dc
Read 0 to 24.00 mA, 0 to 10.25 V, 0 to 60.0 V and -10.00 to
80.00 mV dc
Simulate 2-Wire Transmitters & Power up transmitters & loops
Calibrate in temperature with 0.1°C/°F resolution
Types J, K, T, E, R, S, B, N, G, C, D, L (J DIN), U (T DIN) & P II
Pt 100 Ohm (3850, 3902, 3916, 3926) & 1000 Ohm (3850) RTD
Copper 10 & 50 Ohm, Nickel 100 and 120 Ohm RTD
Checkout flow and vibration systems
Source & read frequency from 0 to 2000 CPM (Counts-Per­Minute), 0.00 to 999.99 Hz, 0.0 to 9999.9 Hz and 0.000 to 20.000 kHz.
Checkout resistance instruments, loop & wiring problems
Source and read resistance from 0.0 to 401.0 and 0 to 4010
Beep’ out connections with the built-in continuity checker.
ohms. ‘
Guaranteed compatible with all instrumentation
Works with Rosemount & Honeywell Smart Transmitters, PLCs, DCSs, Multi-Channel Recorders and other pulsed excitation devices.
Easy to read
Turn on the backlight & easily see the display in dark areas.
Quickly set any three outputs plus automatic stepping & ramping
Easily set any value quickly with the adjustable “DIAL” plus store any three output settings for instant recall with the EZ-CHECK™ switch. Choose between 2, 3, 5 & 11 steps or RAMP to increase and decrease the output between Zero and Span from 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 60 seconds.
Measure temperature sensors, frequency pickups, mA & V
Check the values of your process sensors. Instantly recall MAX and MIN values to see process variability.
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Operating Instructions
FIELD & BENCH USE
PIECAL 820 comes with a carrying case designed for hands­free operation and a rubber boot with a built-in tilt stand. The PIECAL 820 is held in the case by elastic straps for use with the carrying case open. The tilt stand is easily raised by pulling the stand until it locks into place.
CHANGING BATTERIES
Low battery is indicated by a battery symbol on the display. Approximately one to four hours of typical operation remain before the PIECAL 820 will automatically turn off. To change the batteries; remove the rubber boot, remove the battery door from the back of the unit by sliding the door downward. This allows access to the battery compartment. Replace with four (4) “AA” 1.5V batteries being careful to check the polarity. Replace the battery door and replace the boot. All stored configuration options (T/C Type, EZ-CHECK Memories, etc.) are reset to factory settings when the batteries are removed.
Note: Alkaline batteries are supplied and recommended for typical battery life and performance. Optional rechargeable batteries (charged externally) are available.
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Operating Instructions
STORING HI and LO EZ-CHECK Source Outputs
Speed up your calibration by storing Span & Zero output setting for instant recall with the EZ-CHECK switch.
1) Store your high (SPAN) output temperature by moving the
EZ-CHECK switch to the HI position and turning the EZ-Dial knob until the desired output value is on the display. Press and hold the EZ-Dial knob until STORED appears to store the value. Release the EZ-Dial knob.
2) Store your low (ZERO) output value by moving the EZ-CHECK
switch to the LO position and turning the EZ-Dial knob until the desired output value is on the display. Press and hold the EZ-Dial knob until STORED appears to store the value. Release the EZ-Dial knob.
3) Instantly output your SPAN and ZERO output settings by
moving the EZ-CHECK switch between HI and LO. You may also select any third output setting (such as mid-range) using the SET position on the EZ-CHECK switch.
Connections
PIECAL 820 has banana jacks compatible with standard banana plugs or retractable safety banana plugs. Included with your calibrator are a pair of test leads with alligator clips for mA, V & Hz connections. Four test leads with spade lugs are also included for 2, 3 and 4 Wire RTD connections. Thermocouple connections are made through a miniature thermocouple socket.
23
RTD
All mA∙ Read V
-
+
65
-
+
Source & Read Hz∙ mV
Source V∙ pH
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4
1
RTD
-
T/C
Operating Instructions
Basic Operation
+
-
T/C
HI
SET
LO
SOURCE
MAX
READ MIN
READ
q EZ-CHECK™ SWITCH
SOURCE: Instantly output two preset settings by moving the
EZ-CHECK™ switch to the “LO” position or “HI” position. three point checks select the “SET” position. The PIECAL 820 will remember the last “SET” value, even with the power off. These values can easily be changed to suit the calibration requirements. The values stored in the HI and LO positions are also used for Auto Stepping.
READ: Slide the switch to the SET position. The PIECAL 820 will display the current reading from the sensor or device being measured. Slide the switch to MAX and the highest value measured since turn-on or MAX/MIN reset will be displayed; slide the switch to MIN and the lowest value measured since turn-on or MAX/MIN reset will be displayed.
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For fast
Operating Instructions
Basic Operation
w SOURCE/OFF/READ Switch
Select “SOURCE” to output mA, V, T/C, Ω, RTD or Hz. Select “READ” to read mA, V, T/C, Ω, RTD or Hz.
e EZ-DIAL™ KNOB
SOURCE: Turn the knob to adjust the output level. Turn clockwise to increase the output, counter clockwise to decrease the output in one least significant digit steps at a time. Push down and turn the EZ-DIAL knob for faster dialing. Press and hold the knob for two seconds to store desired EZ-Check™ HI/LO points in SOURCE mode. Continue to press and hold the knob for two more seconds to start the automatic ramping.
READ: Press and hold to transfer the current temperature into the EZ-Check™ MIN/MAX points. This clears the MIN/MAX readings which will update as the input value changes.
SELECTING FUNCTIONS
The EZ-DIAL knob is used to setup the PIECAL 820 to match the instrument to be calibrated or signal to be measured. Each time you turn on the PIECAL 820 the LCD displays the following screen for about 1 second followed by operating in the function used the last time it was operated.
MODEL 820
DOUBLE CLICK
EZ-DIAL KNOB FOR CONFIGURATION V #.##
Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to change the function of the calibrator and to select ranges, units and other user settings. Each function (mA, V, T/C, Ohms, RTD, Frequency) has two pages of menus. The first menu page has settings for the func­tion and the second menu page has settings for STEPPING, AUTO OFF and BACKLIGHT. Settings are remembered even with the power off but are reset when the batteries are changed.
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Operating Instructions
Double Click Menus
Double click the EZ-DIAL knob to access the Double Click Menus to select each function and the options for each function. Available choices are shown in grey.
Source mA & Simulate 2 Wire Transmitters
MAIN > EXIT (1/2) FUNCTION mA MODE SOURCE 2W SIM UNITS mA % HART 250Ω ON OFF
Read mA & Power/Measure Transmitters
> EXIT (1/2) FUNCTION mA MODE READ PWR MEAS UNITS mA % HART 250Ω ON OFF
Source Volts & Millivolts
> EXIT (1/2) FUNCTION V RANGE 10V 80mV
Read Volts & Millivolts
> EXIT (1/2) FUNCTION V RANGE 10V 60V 80mV
Source & Read Frequency
> EXIT (1/2) FUNCTION FREQ RANGE 20KHZ 10000HZ 1000HZ 2000CPM
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Operating Instructions
Double Click Menus
Source & Read Thermocouples
> EXIT (1/2) FUNCTION T/C UNITS °C °F T/C TYPE J K E T R S B N L U G C D P COLD JUNC ON
Source RTD
> EXIT (1/2) FUNCTION RTD UNITS °C °F RTD Pt 100 a=3850 [* RTD Types] WIRE MODE 234W
Read RTD
> EXIT (1/2) FUNCTION RTD UNITS °C °F RTD Pt 100 a=3850 [* RTD Types] WIRE MODE 3W 2W 4W
* RTD Types: Pt 100 a=3850, a=3902, a=3916, a=3926
Pt 1000 a=3850; Cu 10 a=4274, Cu 50 a=4280 Ni 120 a=6720, Ni 110 a=5801
Source Ohms
>EXIT (1/2) FUNCTION OHMS RANGE 400Ω 4000Ω
WIRE MODE 234W
Read Ohms
>EXIT (1/2) FUNCTION OHMS RANGE 400Ω 4000Ω CONT
WIRE MODE 3W 2W 4W
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Double Click Menu - STEPPING, AUTO OFF & BACKLIGHT
Operating Instructions
To change the Automatic Stepping settings
Double click the e DIAL KNOB at any time the unit is on and the following typical display (will be different for each FUNCTION) will appear for 15 seconds:
MAIN > EXIT (1/2) FUNCTION mA MODE SOURCE UNITS mA HART 250Ω ON
Turn the (FEATURES) page. Turn the e DIAL KNOB to move through the menu. Press the e DIAL KNOB to toggle between OFF and ON or to change the STEPS/RAMP and the STEP/RAMP TIME settings. These settings are remembered even with the power off.
EXIT MENU - exits this menu immediately and saves any changes. Menu will automatically exit after 15 seconds of inactivity.
AUTO OFF - If AUTO OFF is ON, the unit will turn off after 30 minutes of inactivity to save battery life. If AUTO OFF is OFF the unit will stay on until the POWER SWITCH is moved to the off position.
e DIAL KNOB to move to the second menu
FEATURES > EXIT (2/2) AUTO OFF ON BACKLIGHT ON STEPS/RAMP 3 STEP/RAMP TIME 5
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Double Click Menu - STEPPING, AUTO OFF & BACKLIGHT
Operating Instructions
STEPS/RAMP - pressing the knob will cycle through 2, 3, 5, 11
and RAMP. The endpoints of the steps or ramp are based on the values stored in the HI and LO EZ-CHECK outputs.
2 steps will automatically switch between the values stored in the HI & LO EZ-CHECK (0 & 100%).
3 steps between the HI, Midpoint and LO EZ-CHECK (0, 50 & 100%).
5 steps between the HI and LO EZ-CHECK in 25% increments (0, 25, 50, 75 & 100%).
11 steps between the HI and LO EZ-CHECK in 10% increments (0, 10, 20...80, 90 &100%).
RAMP continuously ramps up and down between the HI and LO EZ-CHECK outputs.
STEP/RAMP TIME - pressing the knob will cycle through 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 60 seconds.
To start the Automatic Stepping
Start automatic stepping or ramping by placing the EZ-CHECK Switch into the HI or LO position then press and hold the e DIAL KNOB for 6 seconds (the word STORE will appear on the display after 3 seconds and continue to press the EZ-DIAL KNOB) until the word STEP appears on the display. The word STEP will appear on the display anytime the selected automatic function is running. Stop the stepping or ramping by again pressing and holding the
e DIAL KNOB for 3 seconds.
BACKLIGHT - If BACKLIGHT is ON the backlight will light all the time the unit is powered up. For maximum battery life turn the backlight off when using the calibrator in areas with enough ambient light to read the display.
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SOURCE mA / SOURCE % (Percent of 4 to 20 mA)
Choose this function to provide an output from 0.00 to 24.00 milliamps. The compliance voltage is a nominal 24 VDC to provide the driving power to your milliamp receivers.
Move the power switch
w to SOURCE then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select mA for the FUNCTION and SOURCE for the MODE. Choose either mA or % and whether you need the 250 HART resistor active in the loop.
Connect the output leads of the PIECAL 820 to the inputs of the device being calibrated, making sure to check polarity. Red lead to the plus (+) input and black lead to the minus (-) input. Open loops and signals above the maximum scale are limited by protection circuitry with “ERROR” or “OVER RANGE” flashed on the display and the red OVERLOAD LED lit.
Instantly output your SPAN and ZERO output settings by moving the EZ-CHECK switch between HI and LO (defaults to 20 & 4 mA). You may also select any third output setting (such as mid-range) using the SET position on the EZ-CHECK switch. The output is adjusted in 0.01 mA (0.1%) increments by turning the knob
e. Press and turn the knob for faster dialing with 1.00
mA (10.0%) increments.
Milliamp Receiver Input
+
SOURCE
-
5 6
20.00
HI
mA
Process Calibrator
mA ∙ V ∙ TC ∙ Ω ∙ RTD ∙ Hz
MAX
HI
READ
SET
MIN
LO
OVERLOAD
Hz SYNC
SOURCE
OFF
Double Click
READ
READ
Menu
Push & Turn
for Fast Dialing Push & Hold
to Store/Step
Controller
Transmitter
Computer
Logger, I/P, DCS
All mA∙ Read V
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23
RTD
-
-
+
Source & Read Hz∙ mV
65
All milliamp connections
+
Source V∙ pH
4
1
RTD
-
T/C
2 Wire SIM mA, 2 Wire SIM % (Percent of 4 to 20 mA)
Choose this function to simulate a 2 Wire Transmitter output from
0.00 to 24.00 milliamps. Operates in loops with power supply voltages from 2 to 60 VDC.
Move the power switch
w to SOURCE then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select mA for the FUNCTION and 2W SIM for the MODE. Choose either mA or % and whether you need the 250 HART resistor active in the loop.
Connect the output leads of the PIECAL 820 to the inputs of the device being calibrated, making sure to check polarity. Red lead to the plus (+) input and black lead to the minus (-) input. Open loops and signals above the maximum scale are limited by protection circuitry with “ERROR” or “OVER RANGE” flashed on the display and the red OVERLOAD LED lit.
Instantly output your SPAN and ZERO output settings by moving the EZ-CHECK switch between HI and LO (defaults to 20 & 4 mA). You may also select any third output setting (such as mid-range) using the SET position on the EZ-CHECK switch. The output is adjusted in 0.01 mA (0.1%) increments by turning the knob
e. Press and turn the knob for faster dialing with 1.00
mA (10.0%) increments.
To
Receiver
Powers External
2-Wire Transmitter
+
-
5 6
2-WIRE
20.00
HI
mA
Sensor
+ IN - REF +OUT-
Power Supply
(2 to 100 VDC)
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Typical 2-Wire
Transmitter
(Disconnected)
READ mA, READ % (Percent of 4 to 20 mA)
Choose this function to measure from 0.00 to 24.00 milliamps or
-25.0 to 125.0%.
Move the power switch
w to READ then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob
e to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your
selection. Select mA for the FUNCTION and READ for the MODE. Choose either mA or % and whether you need the 250 HART resistor active in the loop.
Connect the red input lead (+) of the PIECAL 820 to the more positive point of the break and the black input to the more negative point.
Signals below 0 mA or open circuits are indicated by 0.00 mA (-25.0%) on the display. Signals above 24 mA are current limited by protection circuitry with “OVER RANGE” on the display and the red OVERLOAD LED lit.
The PIECAL 820 measures the input signal and constantly updates the display with the current reading. Move the EZ-CHECK switch MIN to see the lowest reading. Press and hold the knob e to clear the MAX and MIN readings.
q to MAX to see the highest reading and to
READ
+
-
5 6
SOURCE
HI
SET
LO
All milliamp connections
Milliamp Output Signal
Controller
Transmitter
P/I
DCS
23
RTD
All mA∙ Read V
-
+
65
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-
Source & Read Hz∙ mV
Source V∙ pH
4
1
RTD
+
-
T/C
Power/Measure mA, Power/Measure % (Percent of 4 to 20 mA)
Choose this function to simultaneously supply power to a 2 Wire Transmitter while displaying the 4 to 20 mA output of the transmitter.
Move the power switch
w to READ then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob
e to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your
selection. Select mA for the FUNCTION and PWR MEAS for the MODE. Choose either mA or % and whether you need the 250 HART resistor active in the loop.
Disconnect one or both input wires from the device to be calibrated. Connect the red source lead of the PIECAL 820 to the plus (+) input of the device and the black source lead to the minus (-).
The PIECAL 820 supplies a nominal 24 volts DC at 24 mA to the 2 Wire Transmitter. The current passed by the transmitter will be accurately displayed by the PIECAL 820. Calibrate the transmitter in the usual manner and disconnect the PIECAL 820. Signals above 24 mA are current limited by protection circuitry with “OVER RANGE” on the display and the red OVERLOAD LED lit.
PWRM
+
-
5 6
Transmitter Input
Sensor
Process Signal
Simulated Input
+ IN - REF -OUT+
Typical 2-Wire
Transmitter
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SOURCE
MAX
HI
READ
SET
MIN
LO
READ
SOURCE mV / V
Choose this function to provide an output from 0.00 to 80.00 mV or from 0.00 to 10.25 V. The source current is a nominal 24 mA to provide the driving power to your voltage receivers.
Move the power switch
w to SOURCE then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select V for the FUNCTION and 10V or 80 mV for the RANGE.
Connect the output leads of the PIECAL 820 to the inputs of the device being calibrated, making sure to check polarity. Red lead to the plus (+) input and black lead to the minus (-) input.
Instantly output your SPAN and ZERO output settings by moving the EZ-CHECK switch between HI and LO. You may also select any third output setting (such as mid-range) using the SET position on the EZ-CHECK switch. The output is adjusted in 0.01 mV or V increments by turning the knob
e. Press and turn the
knob for faster dialing with 1.00 mV or V increments.
Voltage Receiver Input
Controller
Transmitter
Computer
Logger
DCS
23
RTD
All mA∙ Read V
-
+
65
V & mV Source
-
Source & Read Hz∙ mV
Source V∙ pH
4
1
RTD
+
-
T/C
HI
Process Calibrator
OVERLOAD
+
2
10.00
mA ∙ V ∙ TC ∙ Ω ∙ RTD ∙ Hz
MAX
HI
READ
SET
MIN
LO
Hz SYNC
V
-
1
SOURCE
OFF
Double Click
READ
Menu
Push & Turn
for Fast Dialing Push & Hold
to Store/Step
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Read mV / V
Choose this function to measure from 0.00 to 80.00 millivolts,
0.00 to 10.25 V dc or 0.0 to 60.0 V dc.
Move the power switch
w to READ then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select V for the FUNCTION and 10V, 60V or 80 mV for the RANGE.
Connect the red input lead (+) of the PIECAL 820 to the more positive point of the break and the black input to the more negative point.
Signals above the maximum scale are limited by protection circuitry with “OVER RANGE” on the display and the red OVERLOAD LED lit.
The PIECAL 820 measures the input signal and constantly updates the display with the current reading. Move the EZ-CHECK switch
q to MAX to see the highest reading and to
MIN to see the lowest reading. Press and hold the knob e to clear the MAX and MIN readings.
Voltage Output Signal
+
-
2
8.20
mV
Process Calibrator
mA ∙ V ∙ TC ∙ Ω ∙ RTD ∙ Hz
MAX
HI
READ
SET
OFF
MIN
LO
Double Click
OVERLOAD
Hz SYNC
1
SOURCE
READ
Menu
Push & Turn
for Fast Dialing Push & Hold
to Store/Step
Read 10 V & 60 V
Controller
Transmitter
Power Supply
All mA∙ Read V
Read mV
23
RTD
-
+
65
-
Source & Read Hz∙ mV
Source V∙ pH
4
1
RTD
+
-
T/C
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Source Thermocouple
Choose this function to provide a simulated thermocouple signal into controllers, temperature transmitters, indicators or any input devices that measure thermocouple sensors.
Move the power switch
w to SOURCE then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select T/C for the FUNCTION, °F or °C for the UNITS, T/C Type (J, K, T, E, R, S, B, N, G, C, D, L (J-DIN), U (T-DIN) or P (Platinel II) and internal COLD JUNC ON or OFF (ON is the default).
Connect the PIECAL 820 to the inputs of the device being calibrated using the proper type of thermocouple wire via the miniature thermocouple socket.
Instantly output your SPAN and ZERO output settings by moving the EZ-CHECK switch between HI and LO. You may also select any third output setting (such as mid-range) using the SET position on the EZ-CHECK switch. The output is adjusted in 0.1° increments by turning the knob
e. Press and turn the knob for
faster dialing with 10.0° increments.
Thermocouple Wire
Instrument with T/C Input
Controller
Temperature Transmitter
Temperature Indicator
Temperature Trip or Alarm
23
RTD
All mA∙ Read V
-
+
65
-
Source & Read Hz∙ mV
Source V∙ pH
4
1
RTD
+
-
T/C
820.0
LO
TYPE K °C
Process Calibrator
mA ∙ V ∙ TC ∙ Ω ∙ RTD ∙ Hz
SOURCE
MAX
HI
READ
SET
OFF
MIN
LO
Double Click
OVERLOAD
Hz SYNC
+
-
T/C
READ
READ
Menu
Push & Turn
for
Fast Dialing
Push & Hold
to
Store/Step
All thermocouple connections
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Read Thermocouple Sensors
Choose this function to measure temperatures with a thermocouple probe or sensor.
Move the power switch
w to READ then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select T/C for the FUNCTION, °F or °C for the UNITS, T/C Type (J, K, T, E, R, S, B, N, G, C, D, L (J-DIN), U (T-DIN) or P (Platinel II) and COLD JUNC ON or OFF (ON is the default).
Connect the PIECAL 820 to the inputs of the device being calibrated using the proper type of thermocouple wire via the miniature thermocouple socket. If no sensor is connected, a wire is broken or the sensor is burned out, OPEN TC will appear on the display. Signals above the maximum scale are limited by protection circuitry with “OVER RANGE” on the display and the red OVERLOAD LED lit.
The PIECAL 820 measures the input signal and constantly updates the display with the current reading. Move the EZ-CHECK switch
q to MAX to see the highest reading and to
MIN to see the lowest reading. Press and hold the knob e to clear the MAX and MIN readings.
Thermocouple Wire
+
-
T/C
1820.1
TYPE K °F
Process Calibrator
mA ∙ V ∙ TC ∙ Ω ∙ RTD ∙ Hz
SOURCE
MAX
HI
READ
SET
OFF
MIN
LO
READ
READ
Double Click
Menu
OVERLOAD
Hz SYNC
Push & Turn
for Fast Dialing Push & Hold
to
Store/Step
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Source Resistance
Choose this function to provide a simulated resistance into any device that measures resistance.
Move the power switch
w to SOURCE then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select OHMS for the FUNCTION, 400Ω or 4000Ω for the RANGE.
Disconnect all sensor wires from the devices to be calibrated and connect the PIECAL 820 to the inputs of the device using 2, 3 or 4 wires.
Instantly output your SPAN and ZERO output settings by moving the EZ-CHECK switch between HI and LO. You may also select any third output setting (such as mid-range) using the SET position on the EZ-CHECK switch. The output is adjusted in
0.1Ω/1Ω increments by turning the knob
e. Press and turn the
knob for faster dialing with 10.0Ω/100Ω increments.
Instrument with
Resistance Input
+
-
-
2
3
250.0
Process Calibrator
mA ∙ V ∙ TC ∙ Ω ∙ RTD ∙ Hz
MAX
HI
READ
SET
MIN
LO
OVERLOAD
Hz SYNC
1
SOURCE
OFF
Double Click
Menu
Push & Turn
Fast Dialing Push & Hold
Store/Step
+
4
READ
for
to
Controller
Transmitter
PLC
2, 3 & 4 Wire Resistance Connections
23
RTD
All mA∙ Read V
-
+
65
-
Source & Read Hz∙ mV
+
Source V∙ pH
4
1
RTD
-
T/C
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Read Resistance & Check Continuity
Choose this function to measure resistance or check continuity.
Move the power switch
w to READ then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select OHMS for the FUNCTION, 400Ω, 4000Ω or Continuity for the RANGE. You must also select the WIRE MODE for 2W, 3W or 4W to match the 2, 3 or 4 wires being used to measure resistance. For continuity the only choice is 2W.
Disconnect all wires from the sensor and connect the PIECAL 820 to the inputs of the device using 2, 3 or 4 wires.
If continuity is selected, resistance is measured up to 400.0Ω. The beeper will sound and
)))) appears on the display when
resistances below 100.0Ω are measured.
Signals above the maximum scale are limited by protection circuitry with “OVER RANGE” on the display and the red OVERLOAD LED lit.
The PIECAL 820 measures the input signal and constantly updates the display with the current reading. Move the EZ-CHECK switch MIN to see the lowest reading. Press and hold the knob
q to MAX to see the highest reading and to
e to
clear the MAX and MIN readings.
+
-
1
2
820.9
Ω
Process Calibrator
mA ∙ V ∙ TC ∙ Ω ∙ RTD ∙ Hz
SOURCE
MAX
HI
READ
SET
OFF
MIN
LO
READ
Double Click
Menu
OVERLOAD
Hz SYNC
Push & Turn
for Fast Dialing Push & Hold
to
Store/Step
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Source RTD
Choose this function to provide a simulated RTD signal into controllers, temperature transmitters, indicators or any input devices that measure RTD sensors.
Move the power switch
w to SOURCE then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select RTD for the FUNCTION, °F or °C for the UNITS and RTD (Choose from one of Platinum 100Ω, or 1000Ω, Copper 10Ω or 50Ω, Nickel 120Ω or 110Ω curves). Note: Pt 100Ω 3850 is the most common RTD type.
Disconnect all sensor wires from the devices to be calibrated and connect the PIECAL 820 to the inputs of the device using 2, 3 or 4 wires.
Instantly output your SPAN and ZERO output settings by moving the EZ-CHECK switch between HI and LO. You may also select any third output setting (such as mid-range) using the SET position on the EZ-CHECK switch. The output is adjusted in 0.1° increments by turning the knob
e. Press and turn the knob for
faster dialing with 10.0° increments.
Instrument with RTD Input
Controller
+
-
2-3
820.0
LO
Pt 100 α=3850 °C
Process Calibrator
mA ∙ V ∙ TC ∙ Ω ∙ RTD ∙ Hz
MAX
HI
READ
SET
MIN
LO
OVERLOAD
Hz SYNC
1
SOURCE
OFF
Double Click
READ
Menu
Push & Turn
for Fast Dialing Push & Hold
to
Store/Step
Temperature Transmitter
Temperature Indicator
Temperature Trip or Alarm
2, 3 & 4 Wire RTD Connections
23
RTD
All mA∙ Read V
-
-
+
65
1
RTD
+
-
Source & Read Hz∙ mV
T/C
Source V∙ pH
4
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Read RTD Sensors
Choose this function to measure temperatures with an RTD probe or sensor.
Move the power switch
w to READ then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select RTD for the FUNCTION, °F or °C for the UNITS and RTD (Choose from one of Platinum 100Ω, or 1000Ω, Copper 10Ω or 50Ω, Nickel 120Ω or 110Ω curves). Note: Pt 100Ω 3850 is the most common RTD type. You must also select the WIRE MODE for 2W, 3W or 4W to match the 2, 3 or 4 wires on the RTD sensor.
Disconnect all wires from the sensor and connect the PIECAL 820 to the inputs of the device using 2, 3 or 4 wires.
Signals above the maximum scale are limited by protection circuitry with “OVER RANGE” on the display and the red OVERLOAD LED lit.
The PIECAL 820 measures the input signal and constantly updates the display with the current reading. Move the EZ-CHECK switch MIN to see the lowest reading. Press and hold the knob
q to MAX to see the highest reading and to
e to
clear the MAX and MIN readings.
+
-
-
1
2
3
820.1
Pt 100 α=3850 °F
Process Calibrator
mA ∙ V ∙ TC ∙ Ω ∙ RTD ∙ Hz
SOURCE
MAX
HI
READ
SET
OFF
MIN
LO
READ
READ
Double Click
Menu
OVERLOAD
Hz SYNC
Push & Turn
for Fast Dialing Push & Hold
to
Store/Step
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Source Frequency
Choose this function to provide a frequency signal into any input devices that measure frequency.
Move the power switch
w to SOURCE then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select FREQ for the FUNCTION and 20KHZ, 10000HZ, 1000HZ or 2000CPM for the RANGE.
Disconnect all input wires from the devices to be calibrated and connect the PIECAL 820 to the input of the device matching polarity.
The green HZ SYNC LED pulses in synch with the output pulses and may be used to calibrate optical pickups. The output signal is a zero crossing square wave with a fixed amplitude of 6 V peak-to-peak from -1 and + 5 V.
Instantly output your SPAN and ZERO output settings by moving the EZ-CHECK switch between HI and LO. You may also select any third output setting (such as mid-range) using the SET position on the EZ-CHECK switch. The output is adjusted in 1 count increments by turning the knob
e. Press and turn the
knob for faster dialing with 100 count increments.
Frequency Receiver Input
Flowmeter
Transmitter
Computer
Controller
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Logger
DCS
All mA∙ Read V
RTD
23
-
+
65
All Frequency Connections
-
Source & Read Hz∙ mV
Source V∙ pH
4
1
RTD
+
-
T/C
HI
Process Calibrator
OVERLOAD
Hz SYNC
+
2
20.000
KHz
mA ∙ V ∙ TC ∙ Ω ∙ RTD ∙ Hz
MAX
HI
READ
SET
MIN
LO
OFF
-
1
SOURCE
Double Click
Push & Turn
Fast Dialing Push & Hold
READ
Menu
for
to
Store/Step
Read Frequency
Choose this function to count frequency.
Move the power switch
w to READ then Double Click the
EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select FREQ for the FUNCTION and 20KHZ, 10000HZ, 1000HZ or 2000CPM for the RANGE.
Disconnect all input wires from the devices to be calibrated and connect the PIECAL 820 to the output of the device matching polarity.
The green HZ SYNC LED pulses in synch with the input frequency.
Signals above the maximum scale are limited by protection circuitry with “OVER RANGE” on the display and the red OVERLOAD LED lit.
The PIECAL 820 measures the input signal and constantly updates the display with the current reading. Move the EZ-CHECK switch
q to MAX to see the highest reading and to
MIN to see the lowest reading. Press and hold the knob e to clear the MAX and MIN readings.
Voltage Output Signal
+
-
2
1
820.00
Hz
Process Calibrator
mA ∙ V ∙ TC ∙ Ω ∙ RTD ∙ Hz
MAX
HI
READ
SET
OFF
MIN
LO
Double Click
OVERLOAD
Hz SYNC
SOURCE
READ
Menu
Push & Turn
for Fast Dialing Push & Hold
to Store/Step
Flowmeter
Flow Sensor
Variable Speed Drive
Controller
Transmitter
23
RTD
All mA∙ Read V
-
+
65
All Frequency Connections
-
Source & Read Hz∙ mV
Source V∙ pH
4
1
RTD
+
-
T/C
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Specifications
General
Operating Temp Range
Storage Temp Range -30 to 60 °C (-22 to 140 °F)
Temperature effect ≤ ± 0.01 %/°C of Full Scale
Relative Humidity
Range
Normal Mode Rejection
Common Mode Rejection
Noise
Size
Weight
Batteries Four “AA” Alkaline 1.5V (LR6)
Battery life Read Functions: ≥ 20 hours
Low Battery Low battery indication with nominal 1
Protection against misconnection
Display
-20 to 60 °C (-5 to 140 °F)
10 % ≤RH ≤90 % (0 to 35 °C), Non-condensing
10 % ≤RH≤ 70 % (35 to 60 °C), Non-condensing
50/60 Hz, 50 dB
50/60 Hz, 120 dB
≤ ± ½ Least Significant Digit from 0.1 to 10 Hz
5.63x3.00x1.60” 143x76x41mm (LxWxH)
12.1 ounces, 0.34 kg with boot & batteries
Source mA: ≥ 14 hours @ 12 mA into 250Ω Pwr/Meas mA: ≥ 12 hours at 20 mA Source V, Ω, T/C, RTD & Hz:
hour of operation left
Over-voltage protection to 60 vrms (rated for 30 seconds)
Red LED indicates OVERLOAD or out of range conditions
High contrast graphic liquid crystal display with 0.315” (8.0 mm) high digits. LED backlighting.
≥ 20 hours
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Specifications
Read mA
Ranges and Resolution
Accuracy ≤ ± (0.03 % of Full Scale)
Voltage burden ≤ 2V at 24 mA
Overload/Current limit protection
Source mA / Power & Measure Two Wire Transmitters
Ranges and Resolution
Accuracy ≤ ± (0.03 % of Full Scale)
Loop compliance voltage
Loop drive capability 1200 Ω at 20 mA for 15 hours nominal;
mA 2-Wire Transmitter Simulation
Accuracy Same as Source/Power & Measure
Voltage burden ≤ 2V at 20 mA
Overload/Current limit
protection
Loop voltage limits 2 to 60 VDC (fuse-less protected from
0.00 to 24.00 mA or -25.0 to 125.0% of
4-20 mA
25 mA nominal
0.00 to 24.00 mA or -25.0 to 125.0% of
4-20 mA
≥ 24 DCV @ 20.00mA
950 Ω with Hart Resistor enabled
25 mA nominal
reverse polarity connections)
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Specifications
DC Voltage Read
Range and Accuracy
Input resistance ≥ 1 MΩ
Source V dc
Range & Accuracy
Source Current
Sink Current > 16 mA
Output Impedance < 1 Ohm
Short Circuit Duration Infinite
Thermocouple Source
Accuracy ±(0.03% of Full Scale)
Cold Junction Compensation
Output Impedance < 1 Ohm
Source Current > 20 mA (drives 80 mV into 10 Ohms)
0.00 to 80.00 mV, ≤ ±(0.03% of Full Scale) 0 to 10.25 V, ≤ ±(0.03% of FS + 0.005V)
0.0 to 60.0 V, ≤ ±(0.03% of FS + 0.05V)
-
10.00 to 80.00 mV, ≤ ± (0.03% of Full Scale)
0.00 to 10.25 V, ≤ ± (0.03% of FS +0.005V)
≥ 24 mA
[Note: Full Scale is 80.00 mV]
±0.1°C (Thermistor traceable to NIST for 11 years)
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Specifications
Thermocouple Read
Accuracy & Cold Junction Compensation
Input Impedance
Open TC Threshold; Pulse
RTD, OHMS and Continuity Read
Resistance Ranges 0.0 to 401.0, 0 to 4010 Ohms
Accuracy ±(0.03% of Full Scale + 0.075 Ohms)
Excitation Current
Continuity 0.0 to 401.0 Ohms; Beeps from 0.0 to
RTD and OHMS Source
Accuracy
F ro m 1 t o 1 0 .2 m A External Excitation
Current
B e l o w 1 m A o f E x t e r n a l Excitation Current
Resistance Ranges 0.0 to 401.0, 0 to 4010 Ohms
Allowable Excitation
Current Range
Pulsed Excitation Current Compatibility
Same as Thermocouple Source
> 1 Megohms
10K Ohms; <5 µamp pulse for 300 milliseconds (nominal)
1.0 mA to 401.0 Ohms, 0.5 mA to 4010 Ohms (nominal)
100.0 Ohms
±(0.03% of Full Scale + 0.075 Ohms)
±(0.03% of Full Scale+0.075 Ohms +
0.025 mV
mA Excitation Current
<401 Ohm:10.2 mA max; steady or pulsed/
intermittent
401 to 4000 Ohms: 1 mA max; steady or pulsed/intermittent
DC to 0.01 second pulse width
)
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Specifications
Frequency Source
Ranges 1 to 2000 CPM, 0.01 to 999.99 Hz, 0.1
Accuracy ±(0.03% of Full Scale)
Output Waveform
Risetime (10 to 90% of amplitude)
Output Impedance < 1 Ohm
Source Current > 1 mA rms at 20 kHz
Short Circuit Duration Infinite
Optical Coupling Green LED (HZ SYNC) flashes at
Frequency Read
Ranges & Accuracy Same as Frequency Source
Accuracy ±(0.03% of Full Scale)
Trigger Level 1 V rms, dc coupled
Input Impedance > 1 Meg Ohm + 60 pF
to 9999.9 Hz, 0.001 to 20.000 kHz
Square Wave, Zero Crossing -1.0 to +5 V peak-to-peak ±10%
< 10 microseconds
output frequency
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Thermocouple Ranges & Accuracies
Table based on Accuracy:
Note: Doesn’t include cold junction error of ±0.1°C
T/C Degrees C
J -200.0 to -150.0 ±1.2° -328.0 to -238.0 ±2.0°
-150.0 to -50.0 ±0.7° -238.0 to -58.0 ±1.3°
-50.0 to 100.0 ±0.5° -58.0 to 212.0 ±0.9°
100.0 to 1200.0 ±0.4° 212.0 to 2192.0 ±0.8°
K -230.0 to -150.0 ±2.6° -382.0 to -238.0 ±4.7°
-150.0 to 0.0 ±1.0° -238.0 to 32.0 ±1.8°
0.0 to 1100.0 ±0.6° 32.0 to 2012.0 ±1.1°
1100.0 to 1371.1 ±0.7° 2012.0 to 2500.0 ±1.2°
T -260.0 to -230.0 ±6.1° -436.0 to -382.0 ±11.0°
-230.0 to -150.0 ±2.2° -382.0 to -238.0 ±4.0°
-150.0 to 50.0 ±1.1° -238.0 to 122.0 ±2.0°
50.0 to 300.0 ±0.5° 122.0 to 572.0 ±1.0°
300.0 to 400.0 ±0.4° 572.0 to 752.0 ±0.7°
E -240.0 to -150.0 ±2.5° -400.0 to -238.0 ±4.5°
-150.0 to -50.0 ±0.7° -238.0 to -58.0 ±1.1°
-50.0 to 150.0 ±0.4° -58.0 to 302.0 ±0.8°
150.0 to 1000.0 ±0.3° 302.0 to 1832.0 ±0.6°
R -18.3 to 50.0 ±6.5° -1.0 to 122.0 ±11.7°
50.0 to 500.0 ±3.7° 482.0 to 932.0 ±6.6°
500.0 to 800.0 ±2.2° 932.0 to 1472.0 ±4.0°
800.0 to 1767.8 ±2.0° 1472.0 to 3214.0 ±3.5°
≤ ± (0.03 % of 80 mV)
Range
°C Degrees F
Range
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°F
Thermocouple Ranges & Accuracies
Table based on Accuracy:
Note: Doesn’t include cold junction error of ±0.1°C
T/C Degrees C
Range
S -18.3 to 50.0 ±6.1° -1.0 to 122.0 ±10.9°
50.0 to 300.0 ±3.7° 122.0 to 572.0 ±6.6°
300.0 to 600.0 ±2.6° 572.0 to 1112.0 ±4.7°
600.0 to 1767.8 ±2.3° 1112.0 to 3214.0 ±4.2°
B 315.6 to 600.0 ±7.9° 600.0 to 1122.0 ±14.2°
600.0 to 1050.0 ±4.0° 1122.0 to 1922.0 ±7.3°
1050.0 to 1400.0 ±2.5° 1922.0 to 2552.0 ±4.6°
1400.0 to 1820.0 ±2.1° 2552.0 to 3308.0 ±3.8°
N -230.0 to 0.0 ±4.2° -382.0 to 32.0 ±7.5°
0.0 to 450.0 ±0.9° 32.0 to 842.0 ±1.7°
450.0 to 1150.0 ±0.6° 842.0 to 2102.0 ±1.1°
1150.0 to 1300.0 ±0.7° 2102.0 to 2372.0 ±1.2°
G
100.0 to 300.0 ±4.5° 212.0 to 572.0 ±8.2°
(W)
300.0 to 650.0 ±2.1° 572.0 to 1202.0 ±3.7°
650.0 to 1800.0 ±1.3° 1202.0 to 3272.0 ±2.4°
1800.0 to 2320.0 ±1.9° 3272.0 to 4208.0 ±3.5°
C
-1.1 to 200.0 ±1.8° 30.0 to 392.0 ±3.2°
(W5)
200.0 to 1350.0 ±1.4° 392.0 to 2462.0 ±2.6°
1350.0 to 2000.0 ±1.9° 1742.0 to 3632.0 ±3.4°
2000.0 to 2320.0 ±2.6° 3632.0 to 4208.0 ±4.7°
≤ ± (0.03 % of 80 mV)
°C Degrees F
Range
°F
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Thermocouple Ranges & Accuracies
Table based on Accuracy:
Note: Doesn’t include cold junction error of ±0.1°C
T/C Degrees C
D
-1.1 to 400.0 ±2.5° 30.0 to 752.0 ±4.5°
(W3)
400.0 to 1500.0 ±1.3° 752.0 to 2732.0 ±2.4°
1500.0 to 2000.0 ±2.3° 2732.0 to 3632.0 ±3.0°
2000.0 to 2320.0 ±2.6° 3632.0 to 4208.0 ±4.6°
0.0 to 150.0 ±0.8° 32.0 to 302.0 ±1.5°
P
Platinel
150.0 to 1100.0 ±0.6° 302.0 to 2012.0 ±1.1°
1100.0 to 1395.0 ±0.8° 2012.0 to 2543.0 ±1.5°
L
-200.0 to 0.0 ±0.7° -328.0 to 32.0 ±1.3°
J-DIN
T-DIN
0.0 to 550.0 ±0.5° 32.0 to 1022.0 ±0.8°
550.0 to 900.0 ±0.4° 1022.0 to 1652.0 ±0.7°
U
-200.0 to -25.0 ±1.4° -328.0 to -13.0 ±2.6°
-25.0 to 100.0 ±0.7° -13.0 to 212.0 ±1.2°
100.0 to 300.0 ±0.5° 212.0 to 572.0 ±0.9°
300.0 to 600.0 ±0.4° 572.0 to 1112.0 ±0.7°
≤ ± (0.03 % of 80 mV)
Range
°C Degrees F
Range
°F
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RTD Ranges & Accuracies
Based on ±(0.03% of 400Ω) / Pt 1000Ω Based on ±(0.03% of 4000Ω)
RTD
Type
Pt 100 Ohm
DIN/IEC/JIS 1989
1.3850 (ITS-90)
Pt 100 Ohm
(Burns)
1.3902
Pt 100 Ohm
(Old JIS 1981)
1.3916
Pt 100 Ohm
(US Lab)
1.3926
Pt 1000 Ohm
DIN/IEC/JIS 1989
1.3850
Copper 10 Ohm
1.4274 (Minco)
Copper 50 Ohm
1.4280
Ni 120 Ohm
1.6720 (Pure)
Ni 110 Ohm
(Bristol 7 NA)
1.5801
Degrees C
Range
-200.0 to 120.0
120.0 to 430.0
430.0 to 850.0
-195.6 to 160.0
160.0 to 460.0
460.0 to 648.9
-200.0 to 170.0
170.0 to 480.0
480.0 to 648.9
-200.0 to 180.0
180.0 to 490.0
490.0 to 850.0
-200.0 to 120.0
120.0 to 430.0
430.0 to 850.0
-200.0 to 260.0
-50.0 to 150.0
-80.0 to 260.0
-100.0 to 260.0
°C
±0.5° ±0.6° ±0.7°
±0.5° ±0.6° ±0.7°
±0.5° ±0.6° ±0.7°
±0.5° ±0.6° ±0.7°
±0.5° ±0.6° ±0.7°
±5.1°
±0.9°
±0.3°
±0.3°
Degrees F
Range
-328.0 to 248.0
248.0 to 806.0
806.0 to 1562.0
-320.0 to 320.0
320.0 to 860.0
860.0 to 1200.0
-328.0 to 338.0
338.0 to 896.0
896.0 to 1200.0
-328.0 to 356.0
356.0 to 914.0
914.0 to 1562.0
-328.0 to 248.0
248.0 to 806.0
806.0 to 1562.0
-328.0 to 500.0
-58.0 to 302.0
-112.0 to 500.0
-148.0 to 500.0
°F
±0.9° ±1.0° ±1.2°
±0.9° ±1.0° ±1.2°
±0.9° ±1.0° ±1.2°
±0.9° ±1.0° ±1.2°
±0.9° ±1.0° ±1.2°
±9.2°
±1.7°
±0.5°
±0.5°
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Warranty
Our equipment is warranted against defective material and workmanship (excluding batteries) for a period of three years from the date of shipment. Claims under warranty can be made by returning the equipment prepaid to our factory. The equipment will be repaired, replaced or adjusted at our option. The liability of Practical Instrument Electronics (PIE) is restricted to that given under our warranty. No responsibility is accepted for damage, loss or other expense incurred through sale or use of our equipment. Under no condition shall Practical Instrument Electronics, Inc. be liable for any special, incidental or consequential damage.
Accessories
INCLUDED:
Four “AA” Alkaline batteries, Certificate of Calibration
Evolution Hands Free Carrying Case Part No. 020-0211
Dark Blue Rubber Boot Part No. 020-0213
PIE Multifunction Wire Kit 1 Red & 1 Black Lead with 2 Red & 2 Black Leads with Banana Plugs & Spade Lugs
OPTIONAL:
Ni-MH 1 Hour Charger with 4 Ni-MH AA Part No. 020-0103 Batteries (100-120 V AC input for North America Only)
T/C Wire Kit 1* for Types J, K, T & E Part No. 020-0202
T/C Wire Kit 2* for Types B, R/S & N Part No. 020-0203
* Thermocouple extension wire, stripped on one end with a corresponding miniature thermocouple male connector on the other end.
Banana Plug & Alligator Clips
Part No. 020-0820
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Practical Instrument Electronics
82 East Main Street Suite 3.14
Webster, NY 14580 USA
Tel: 585.872.9350 • Fax: 585.872.2638
sales@piecal.com • www.piecal.com
Copyright © 2017 All rights reserved
820-9002 - Rev G 9 Feb 2017
Additional Information
PIE Calibrators are manufactured in the USA. calibrated on equipment traceable to NIST and includes a Certificate of Calibration. Test Data is available for an additional charge.
Practical Instrument Electronics recommends a calibration interval of one year. Contact your local representative for recalibration and repair services.
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