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inTest THERMOSTREAM ATS-545 - User Manual

inTest THERMOSTREAM ATS-545
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LM04050
ATS-545 & -645
THERMOSTREAM
®
Interface & Applications Manual
Revision A
January 2013

Table of Contents

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Summary

Preface

To Our Customers

Information for users, suggesting familiarization with manuals before use.

inTEST Thermal Solutions Support

Details on support services, customer training, repair, spare parts, and technical support.

Before You Call

Information to have ready when calling for support, including software version and model number.

Chapter 1. Safety

Safety Precautions, Warnings, Cautions

General safety precautions, warnings, and cautions for operating the system.

Warnings

Specific warnings related to electrical hazards, hot/cold surfaces, and operational safety.

Cautions

Specific cautions regarding equipment handling, static sensitivity, power, and component safety.

Chapter 2. Preparation For Use

Initial System Setup Checklist

Step-by-step guide for setting up the THERMOSTREAM® System.

Placement Requirements

Guidelines for selecting a suitable site for the THERMOSTREAM® System.

Attaching the Thermal Cap and Shroud

Instructions for attaching the thermal cap and shroud to the head module.

Rear Panel, Air and Power Connections

Identifies rear panel connections for air and power supply.

Power Connections and Voltage Requirements

Details power connection procedures and voltage requirements for system operation.

Air Connections

Details on connecting compressed air supply to the system.

Interfacing and Attaching Thermocouples

Guide for connecting and attaching thermocouples for temperature measurement.

Static, Moisture, and Extreme Temperature Protection

Methods to optimize test site setup for static, moisture, and temperature protection.

MobileTempTM Series ThermoChambers

Overview of MobileTempTM Systems for environmental testing with THERMOSTREAM®.

Chapter 3. System Operation

System Startup and Shutdown

Procedures for starting up and shutting down the THERMOSTREAM® System.

Thermal Head and Manipulator

Information on the thermal head and manipulator assembly.

Operator Control Module (OCM)

Overview of the Operator Control Module (OCM) for system operation.

MANUAL OPERATION Screen

Allows running the system to a programmable setpoint (HOT, AMBIENT, COLD).

PROGRAM OPERATION Screen

Allows running the system through 12 programmable setpoints per Program Test Setup.

Chapter 4. Remote Interfaces

Remote Interfaces, Overview and Assumptions

Overview of the system's communication interfaces for remote control.

Syntax

Describes the syntax rules for commands sent to and received from the system.

Command Processing

Explains how the system processes commands received from a host.

Error Reporting

Details how command and query errors are reported using the IEEE-488 standard.

IEEE-488.2 Interface

Settings and configuration for the IEEE-488.2 interface.

Serial Interface

Details on the serial interface, including connector pinouts and parameters.

IEEE Mandatory Commands

Lists and describes mandatory commands according to IEEE-488.2 standard.

RS-232 C Serial Commands

Lists and describes serial commands for RS-232C communication.

Device Specific Commands

Lists and describes commands specific to the THERMOSTREAM® system.

Chapter 5. Routine Maintenance

Maintenance Log

Provides a suggested schedule for preventive maintenance tasks.

Inspection and Cleaning

Recommendations for regular inspection and cleaning of the system.

Air Path Maintenance

Procedures for inspecting and maintaining the system's air path filters.

Drain Moisture from Pneumatics Filter Elements

Procedure for draining moisture from pneumatic filter elements to prevent freeze-up.

Pneumatics Filter Element Replacement

Step-by-step guide for replacing the pneumatics filter element.

Air Dryer: Post Filter Replacement

Instructions for replacing the post filter in the air dryer module.

Verification of DUT

Procedures for verifying the Device Under Test (DUT) performance.

Low Temperature Verification

Procedure for verifying system performance at low temperatures.

High Temperature Verification

Procedure for verifying system performance at high temperatures.

Calibration

Procedures for calibrating system sensors and components.

Calibration Procedure (Main Air Sensor)

Step-by-step guide for calibrating the main air sensor.

Calibration Procedure (Type T or K Sensor)

Steps for calibrating DUT sensors, specifically Type T or K thermocouples.

Flow Board Calibration

Procedure for calibrating the flow board using firmware and software.

Appendix A - MSDS Overview

MSDS Overview

Information on Materials Safety Data Sheets for system fluids.

Appendix B - Drawings Overview

Drawings Overview

Lists available system drawings and schematics with their respective numbers.

Appendix C - Backwards Compatibility

Backwards Compatibility

Details the remote interface command set compatibility with older TP04310 models.

inTest THERMOSTREAM ATS-545 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Temperature Stability±0.5°C
Temperature Accuracy±1.0°C
Cooling MethodMechanical refrigeration
Transition Time (+125°C to -55°C)10 seconds (typical)
Transition Time (-55°C to +125°C)10 seconds (typical)
Power Supply50/60Hz

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