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Edwards APGX-H User Manual

Edwards APGX-H
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D023-92-880
Issue F
Original Instructions
Instruction Manual
APGX-H
Description Item Number
APGX-H-NW16-AL D023-91-000
APGX-H-NW25-ST/ST D023-92-000
APGX-H-NW16-ST/ST D023-95-000
APGX-H-1/8 NPT-ST/ST D023-96-000
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Edwards APGX-H Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypePirani Gauge
Accuracy±15% of reading
Storage Temperature-20 to 70 °C
Output Signal0 to 10 V DC
MountingAny orientation
Measurement Range (Torr)7.5E-5 to 750
Repeatability5% of reading
Operating Temperature0 to 50°C
Materials exposed to vacuumStainless steel, Glass
Bakeout Temperature150°C
Supply Voltage15 to 30 V DC
Pressure ConnectionNW16, NW25, 1/8" NPT
Measurement Range (mbar)5 x 10⁻⁴ to 1000 mbar
Measurement Range (Pa)5 x 10⁻² to 1 x 10⁵ Pa

Summary

Introduction

Scope and definitions

Manual covers installation, operation, maintenance for APGX-H gauge.

Description

Details the APGX-H as a thermal conductivity (Pirani) gauge measuring pressure.

Gas dependency

Explains how gas type affects APGX-H pressure readings due to relative molecular mass.

Technical Data

Mechanical data

Provides physical specifications like mass, dimensions, and enclosure rating for APGX-H models.

Performance, operating and storage conditions

Details ambient temperature, operating limits, pressure range, and filament temperature.

Electrical data

Lists electrical supply, voltage, power consumption, connector, and output signal specifications.

Materials exposed to vacuum

Specifies materials used for filament, filter, gauge tube, and other parts in contact with vacuum.

Installation

Unpack and inspect

Instructions for checking the APGX-H for damage and storing it if not used immediately.

Fit the APGX-H to a system

Guidance on connecting the APGX-H to a vacuum system, including flange and NPT connections.

Electrical connections

Details how to connect the APGX-H to controllers or custom equipment.

Operation

Pressure measurement

Details how to measure pressure using the APGX-H, including warm-up and voltage conversion.

Set-point adjustment

Explains how to adjust and use the APGX-H set-point feature, including default values.

Error monitoring

Describes how the APGX-H indicates errors, including LED status and error conditions.

Maintenance

Atmosphere and vacuum adjustment

Procedure for adjusting atmosphere and vacuum settings to maintain gauge accuracy over time.

Clean the filter

Instructions for cleaning the sintered filter, noting it cannot be replaced on NPT tube versions.

Replacing the tube

Steps to replace the APGX-H gauge tube, including calibration recommendations.

Fault finding

Troubleshooting guide for common APGX-H issues like incorrect pressure or calibration errors.

Calibration service

Information on obtaining a professional calibration service for Edwards gauges.

Storage and Disposal

Storage

Guidance on storing the APGX-H correctly to maintain its condition until use.

Disposal

Instructions for safe disposal of the APGX-H, including recycling and handling contaminated units.

Spares and Accessories

Introduction

Information on obtaining spare parts and accessories from Edwards companies worldwide.

Spares

Lists available spare parts for the APGX-H, such as replacement housings and tubes.

Accessories

Details available accessories for the APGX-H, specifically electrical cables.

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