Decagon Devices KD2 Pro - KD2 Pro Overview; Device Specifications

KD2 Pro 2 KD2 PRO OVERVIEW
2 KD2 Pro Overview
The KD2 Pro is a battery-operated, menu-driven device that mea-
sures thermal conductivity and resistivity, volumetric specific heat
capacity and thermal diffusivity. We designed the KD2 Pro for ease
of use and maximum functionality.
2.1 Specifications
Operating Environment
Controller: 0 to 50
◦
C
Sensors: −50 to +150
◦
C
Controller
Power: 4 AA batteries
Battery Life: At least 500 readings in constant use or three years
with no use (battery drain in sleep mode < 50 uA)
Case Size: 15.5 cm x 9.5 cm x 3.5 cm
Display: 3 cm x 6 cm, 128 x 64 pixel graphics LCD
Keypad: 6 key, sealed membrane
Data Storage: 4,095 measurements in flash memory (both raw and
processed data are stored for download)
Interface: 9-pin serial
Read Modes: Manual and Auto Read
Sensors
6 cm (small) single needle (KS-1)
Size: 1.3 mm diameter x 6 cm long
Range:
0.02 to 2.00
W
(m∗K)
(thermal conductivity)
50 to 5000
◦
C ∗
cm
W
(thermal resistivity)
5