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Fluke MOLBOX1 PLUS - V 6.00 User Manual

Fluke MOLBOX1 PLUS - V 6.00
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© 1995 - 2010 Fluke Corporation, DH Instruments Division
molbox1+™/molbox1+S
molbloc
®
Terminal
(Ver. 6.00 and Higher)
Operation and Maintenance Manual

Table of Contents

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Fluke MOLBOX1 PLUS - V 6.00 Specifications

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BrandFluke
ModelMOLBOX1 PLUS - V 6.00
CategoryTouch terminals
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About This Manual

1. Introduction

1.1 Product Overview

Provides an overview of the molbox1+ and molbox1+S support units and their capabilities.

1.1.1 molbloc Flow Elements

Describes the two types of molblocs: molbloc-L and molbloc-S.

1.1.1.1 molbloc-L Flow Element

Describes the molbloc-L, its measurement principle, and its upstream filter.

1.1.1.2 molbloc-S Flow Element

Describes the molbloc-S elements and their critical flow technology.

1.2 Specifications

Details the technical specifications for the molbox1+ and its components.

1.2.1 General Specifications

Details general operating and physical specifications for the molbox1+ unit.

1.2.2 Reference Pressure Transducer (RPT) Specifications

Specifies the calibrated ranges, resolution, and accuracy of the RPTs.

1.2.3 Temperature Measurement Specifications

Specifies the temperature measurement capabilities and accuracy of the molbox1+ system.

1.2.4 MFC Control Function (Optional) Specifications

Details the specifications for the optional MFC control function's analog I/O.

1.2.5 Flow Measurement Specifications

Details the flow measurement capabilities and specifications for molbloc elements.

1.2.5.1 molbloc-L Flow Specs

Details the flow range, pressure, and calibration options for the molbloc-L.

1.2.5.1.1 Standard molbloc-L Calibrations

Specifies performance metrics like linearity, repeatability, precision, and stability for standard calibrations.

1.2.5.1.2 Premium molbloc-L Calibrations

Specifies performance metrics like linearity, repeatability, precision, and stability for premium calibrations.

1.2.5.1.3 molbloc-L Pressure Dependent Calibration Types

Describes calibration types for molbloc-L that define operating pressure ranges and affect flow range.

1.2.5.1.4 molbloc-L Ranges with Low Pressure Calibrations

Provides flow ranges for molbloc-L with low pressure and downstream calibrations.

1.2.5.1.5 molbloc-L Ranges with High Pressure Calibrations

Provides flow ranges for molbloc-L with high pressure calibrations.

1.2.5.1.6 molbloc-L Dimensions

Provides dimensional specifications for molbloc-L sizes.

1.2.5.2 molbloc-S Flow Specs

Details the flow range, pressure, and calibration options for the molbloc-S.

1.2.5.2.1 Standard molbloc-S Calibrations

Specifies performance metrics like linearity, repeatability, and precision for standard calibrations.

1.2.5.2.2 Premium molbloc-S Calibrations

Specifies performance metrics like linearity, repeatability, and precision for premium calibrations.

1.2.5.2.3 molbloc-S Pressure Dependent Calibration Types

Describes calibration types for molbloc-S that define operating pressure ranges.

1.2.5.2.4 molbloc-S Ranges

Defines molbloc-S flow ranges based on KF, gas, and pressure conditions.

1.2.5.2.5 molbloc-S Dimensions

Provides dimensional specifications for molbloc-S sizes.

1.2.6 Front and Rear Panels

Details the physical layout and connections on the front and rear panels.

1.2.6.1 Front Panel Overview

Describes the front panel layout, including display, keypad, and indicators.

1.2.6.2 Rear Panel Connections

Details the rear panel connections for molblocs, communications, and power.

2. Installation

2.1 Unpacking and Inspection

Provides instructions for unpacking the molbox1+ and inspecting its contents for damage.

2.2 Site Requirements

Outlines the necessary environmental and physical conditions for installing the molbox1+.

2.3 Initial Setup

Guides through the essential steps for setting up the molbox1+ for operation.

2.3.1 Preparing for Operation

Outlines the initial checks and steps required before proceeding with setup.

2.3.2 Power Connection

Provides instructions for connecting the molbox1+ to a power source.

2.3.3 molbox1+ to molbloc Connections

Details how to connect the molbox1+ to the molbloc flow elements.

2.3.4 Gas Supply and Flowpath Connections

Details how to connect the gas supply and flowpath for proper molbloc operation.

2.3.5 Vacuum Supply (molbloc-S only)

Explains the setup for vacuum supply when using molbloc-S for critical flow.

2.3.6 Communications Connections

Explains how to connect the molbox1+ for remote communication via RS232 or IEEE-488.

2.4 Power UP and Verification

Guides through the power up sequence and initial verification checks.

2.4.1 Power UP Procedure

Details the procedure for powering up the molbox1+ and initial checks.

2.4.2 Check Pressure Measurement Operation

Guides on verifying the correct operation of the pressure measurement system.

2.4.3 Check Temperature Measurement Operation

Verifies the proper operation of the temperature measurement system.

2.4.4 Check MFC Control Function (Optional)

Describes how to verify the correct operation of the optional MFC control function.

2.4.5 Leak Check

Recommends performing a leak check on the molbox1+ at startup to ensure no internal leaks.

2.4.6 Check/Set Security Level

Sets user protection levels to restrict access to functions and edits the user password.

2.5 Additional Precautions Before Flow Measurements

Lists important precautions before taking flow measurements to ensure accuracy and prevent damage.

2.6 Short Term Storage

Provides recommendations for short term storage of the molbox1+.

3. Operation

3.1 General Operating Principles

Explains the basic operating principles of the molbox1+, including channel A/B functionality.

3.1.1 molbloc Channel A & Channel B

Describes the dual channel capability and how channels A and B interact.

3.1.2 molbloc-L and molbloc-S Operation Differences

Explains the differences in operation between molbloc-L and molbloc-S.

3.1.3 Flow Ready/Not Ready Indication

Explains the Ready/Not Ready indicators and their meaning for molbloc-L and molbloc-S.

3.1.4 RPT Overpressure Limits

Details the maximum working pressures for RPTs to prevent damage.

3.1.5 molbloc-S BPR Limits

Details the Back Pressure Ratio (BPR) limits necessary for critical flow conditions in molbloc-S.

3.2 Main Run Screen Overview

Describes the primary display screen and its information for molbloc-L and molbloc-S.

3.2.1 molbloc-L Operation Display

Explains the elements and indications shown on the MAIN run screen for molbloc-L.

3.2.2 molbloc-S Operation Display

Explains the elements and indications shown on the MAIN run screen for molbloc-S.

3.3 Manual Operation

Covers operating the molbox1+ using the front panel interface.

3.3.1 Keypad Layout and Protocol

Details the front panel keypad layout and the protocol for navigating menus and entering data.

3.3.2 Direct Function Keys Summary

Summarizes the functions accessed directly from the keypad keys.

3.4 Direct Function Keys

Explains the purpose and operation of direct function keys for common tasks.

3.4.1 [K] Gas Conversion Factor

Explains how to apply a gas conversion factor (K) to measured flow values.

3.4.2 [GAS] Select Gas Type

Specifies the gas flowing through the molbloc for accurate flow calculations.

3.4.2.1 molbloc-L Operation Gas Selection

Details how to select the gas type for molbloc-L operation.

3.4.2.2 molbloc-S Operation Gas Selection

Details gas selection for molbloc-S, including ambient (humid) air measurements.

3.4.3 [UNIT] Set Flow Unit

Specifies the flow unit of measure for displaying measured flow values.

3.4.3.1 Mass Flow vs. Volume Flow

Explains the difference between mass flow and volume flow and how molbox1+ handles them.

3.4.3.2 Volumetrically Based Mass Flow Units

Describes standard, user, and perfect units for volumetrically based mass flow.

3.4.3.3 Volumetrically Based Mass Flow Units at Various Reference Temperatures (UXXX)

Specifies user units for volumetrically based mass flow with custom reference temperatures.

3.4.3.4 Volume Flow Units (vlm)

Explains how to select and configure volume flow units, including pressure and temperature inputs.

3.4.3.5 Customizing FLOW Units Available Under The UNIT Function

Allows customization of the available flow units within the UNIT function.

3.4.4 [TARE] Zeroing Functions

Accesses functions for zeroing pressure readings, purging, leak checking, and AutoZ.

3.4.4.1 <1Tare> Zero Pressure Readings

Explains how to zero the molbox1+ differential pressure readings for molbloc-L.

3.4.4.2 <2Purge> Purge Lines

Details the procedure for purging the molbox1+ and molbloc lines.

3.4.4.3 <3Leak Check> Check for Leaks

Explains how to perform internal and system leak checks.

3.4.5 [P&T] Pressure and Temperature

Provides continuous display of pressures, Reynolds number, and temperature.

3.4.5.1 molbloc-L Operation P&T Display

Explains how to view pressure, Reynolds number, and temperature for molbloc-L.

3.4.5.2 MOLBLOC-S Operation P&T Display

Explains how to view pressure, Reynolds number, and temperature for molbloc-S.

3.4.6 [DISPLAY] Configure Display

Allows selection of information displayed on the second line of the molbox1+ display.

3.4.6.1 <1Rate> Display Rate of Change

Activates the RATE display function to show the current rate of flow change.

3.4.6.2 <2Avg> (Average) Display Average

Activates the AVERAGE display function and allows adjustment of the averaging period.

3.4.6.3 <3 Hi/Lo> Display High/Low

Activates the HI/LO display to record and show the highest and lowest observed flows.

3.4.6.4 <4Total> (Totalizer) Display Total

Activates the TOTALIZER display to track cumulative mass or volume flowed over time.

3.4.6.5 <5Unit> Display Alternate Unit

Activates the UNIT display to show flow in a second unit of measure.

3.4.6.6 <6Deviation> Display Deviation

Activates the DEVIATION display to show deviation from a target flow value.

3.4.6.7 <7Freeze> Freeze Display

Activates the FREEZE display to capture and display the instantaneous flow value.

3.4.6.8 <8Clean> Clean Display

Activates the CLEAN display function to blank the second line of the display.

3.4.7 [A/B] Switch Molbloc Channel

Switches the active molbloc channel between channel A and channel B.

3.4.8 [MFC](Optional) Control MFC

Turns the MFC control function ON/OFF and selects an MFC profile.

3.4.8.1 MFC Run Screens

Describes the screens displayed when the MFC control function is active.

3.4.8.3 Units of Measure When Using the MFC Control Option

Explains how flow units are determined when using the MFC control option.

3.4.9 [RES] Set Display Resolution

Sets the resolution of the molbox1+ display for flow and other values.

3.5 [SETUP] Access Setup Menu

Accesses commonly used functions not available via direct function keys.

3.5.1 <1molbloc> Initialize Molbloc

Initializes a molbloc and identifies connected molblocs, checking calibration gas information.

3.5.2 <2stab> Set Stability Limit

Adjusts the stability limit criterion for the flow Ready/Not Ready indication.

3.5.3 <3adj> Adjust Flow Readings

Applies adder (FA) and multiplier (FM) coefficients to adjust measured flow readings.

3.5.4 <4A_B> A/B Modes

Sets up special operating modes using molbox1+ channels A and B together.

3.5.5 <5MFC> Configure MFC Profiles

Allows creation, storage, and editing of MFC profiles for the optional MFC control function.

3.5.6 <6REG> Regulation Mode

Turns MFC control regulation mode ON/OFF and sets the regulation period.

3.5.7 <7flowU> Customize Flow Units

Customizes the selection of flow units available under the [UNIT] function.

3.5.8 <8presU> Set Pressure Units

Selects or changes the unit of measure for displaying pressure values.

3.5.9 <9TEMPU> Set Temperature Units

Selects or changes the unit of measure for displaying temperature values.

3.6 [SPECIAL] Special Functions

Accesses less commonly used but important functions and settings.

3.6.1 <1reset> Reset Settings

Resets various molbox1+ settings to default or factory values.

3.6.2 <2level> Set Security Levels

Sets user protection levels to restrict access to functions and edits the user password.

3.6.3 <3UL> Upper Pressure Limit

Sets an upper pressure limit to warn, interrupt operation, and isolate pressure transducers.

3.6.4 <4cal> Calibration Functions

Accesses calibration and adjustment procedures for RPTs, ohmic system, and MFC.

3.6.5 <5Prefs> Set Preferences

Configures operational preferences like screen saver, user ID, and time/date.

3.6.5.1 <1ScrSVR> Screen Saver

Adjusts the time setting for the molbox1+'s SCREEN SAVER function.

3.6.5.2 <2ID> User ID Settings

Views or edits the molbox1+ user ID and views the serial number.

3.6.5.3 <3time> Time and Date Settings

Views and edits the internal time and date settings of the molbox1+.

3.6.6 <6remote> Remote Communication Settings

Configures COM ports (RS232, IEEE-488) and tests communication.

3.6.6.1 COM1 and COM2 Port Settings

Details the configurable settings for COM1 and COM2 serial communication ports.

3.6.6.3 RS232 Self-Test

Tests the molbox1+ RS232 ports and interface cable for proper communication.

3.6.7 <7drivers> External Drivers Control

Controls the output signals for the molbox1+'s 12 V external drivers.

3.6.8 <8Head> Pressure Head Correction

Applies a pressure fluid head correction to account for height differences.

3.6.9 <9BPR> BPR Mode

Selects the BPR measurement mode for molbloc-S operation.

4. Remote Operation

4.1 Overview

Introduces remote operation capabilities using COM1 RS232 or IEEE-488 ports.

4.2 Interfacing

Explains how to interface with the molbox1+ in remote mode and command syntax.

4.2.1 RS232 Interface

Details the RS232 interface, including pin assignments and cable requirements.

4.2.2 IEEE-488 (GPIB) Interface

Details the IEEE-488 interface specifications and communication.

4.3 Commands

Provides a reference for all commands used for remote operation.

4.3.1 Command Syntax

Explains the general syntax for molbox1+ commands, including common and molbox1+ specific commands.

4.3.2 Command Summary

Provides a summary table of available commands and their purposes.

4.3.3 Error Messages

Lists possible error messages and their descriptions for remote communication.

4.3.4 Command Descriptions

Provides detailed descriptions of individual molbox1+ commands.

4.3.4.1 IEEE Std 488.2 Common and Status Commands

Details the IEEE Std 488.2 common and status commands supported by the molbox1+.

4.3.4.2 molbox1+ Commands

Provides descriptions for molbox1+ specific commands.

5. Maintenance, Adjustments and Calibration

5.1 Product Overview

Summarizes the maintenance requirements, including taring, AutoZero, and calibration.

5.2 Calibration Of Reference Pressure Transducers (RPTS)

Details the procedure for calibrating the molbox1+ absolute reference pressure transducers.

5.2.1 Principle of RPT Calibration

Explains the principle behind calibrating RPTs using PA and PM coefficients.

5.2.1.1 PA and PM Coefficients

Defines PA (pressure adder/offset) and PM (pressure multiplier/span) coefficients used in RPT calibration.

5.2.2 Equipment Required for RPT Calibration

Lists the required equipment, including pressure standards, for calibrating RPTs.

5.2.3 Set-Up and Preparation for Calibration

Guides on setting up and preparing the molbox1+ and calibration standard for RPT calibration.

5.2.4 Viewing and Editing RPT Calibration Information

Allows viewing and editing of RPT calibration coefficients and calibration date.

5.2.4.1 Viewing RPT Outputs

Explains how to view the RPT outputs in calibration mode without tare/head corrections.

5.2.4.2 Viewing and Editing RPT PA, PM, and Calibration Date

Describes how to view and edit RPT calibration coefficients (PA, PM) and calibration date.

5.2.5 Manual RPT Calibration Procedure

Details the manual RPT calibration procedure without using the CalTool software.

5.3 MFC Control Function Adjustment

Describes how to verify and adjust the MFC control function's voltage/current measurements.

5.4 OHMIC Measurement System Verification

Guides on verifying the molbox1+ ohmic measurement system for temperature accuracy.

5.4.1 OHMIC Measurement System Calibration/Adjustment Procedure

Provides the procedure for calibrating and adjusting the molbox1+ ohmic measurement system for temperature.

5.5 molbloc Flow Adjustment

Allows linear adjustments to existing gas specific molbloc calibrations by the user.

5.5.1 Manual molbloc Flow Adjustment Procedure

Details the procedure for manually adjusting molbloc gas calibrations without CalTool software.

5.6 Reloading Embedded Software Into molbox1+ Flash Memory

Explains how to load or replace the embedded software using a FLASH loading utility.

5.7 Reloading molbloc EEPROM File

Describes how to reload molbloc EEPROM information if it becomes corrupted.

5.8 OVERHAUL

Outlines items included in a system maintenance overhaul, including cleaning and checks.

6. Troubleshooting

6.1 Overview

Introduces the troubleshooting guide, explaining how to use the checklist to identify issues.

7. Appendix

7.1 Conversion of Numerical Values

Provides conversion coefficients for numerical values between SI and other units.

7.1.1 Pressure Unit Conversions

Provides conversion coefficients for various pressure units.

7.1.2 Temperature Unit Conversion

Provides conversion coefficients for temperature units.

7.3 MFC Control Function Details

Provides detailed information about the MFC control function.

7.3.1 MFC Connector Pinout

Details the pinout for the MFC interface connector for building cables.

7.3.1.2 Popular Configurations

Provides common configurations for connecting different MFC models to the molbox1+.

7.4 Warranty Statement

Outlines the warranty terms and conditions for the product.

8. Glossary