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In order to document the climatic conditions during a coating job, the Elcometer
319/2 Dewpoint Meter is equipped with two types of internal memory. The
memory for manual logging can store up to 6000 records in a maximum of 8
batches. The memory for interval logging can store up to 12 000 records in a
maximum of 8 batches.
Data can be evaluated on screen or exported to a PC using the optional
Elcometer 319/2 Dewpoint Meter Dock. This optional accessory can also be
used to measure surface temperature using an external temperature sensor.
1.1 CLIMATIC CONDITIONS
The risk of condensation forming on surfaces about to be coated is always
present and is difficult to assess without suitable instruments. In particular, it is
difficult to detect condensation on blast cleaned surfaces.
Surfaces with a temperature at or below the dewpoint temperature will be
covered with condensation/moisture.
It is important to take measurements at regular intervals and at different points
on the surface. Factors like sun, shadow, the shape and the mass of the object
to be coated can create unexpected thermal behaviour on the surface.
The memory in your Elcometer 319/2 Dewpoint Meter can be used to record
climatic conditions during a coating job.