MKS Granville-Phillips Mini-Convectron 275 series User Manual

Series 275
Instruction Manual
Granville-Phillips
®
Mini-Convectron
®
Vacuum Gauge Module with
DeviceNet
TM
Digital Interface
Instruction manual part number 275563
Revision F - November 2016

MKS Granville-Phillips Mini-Convectron 275 series Specifications

General

Operating Temperature	0 to 50 °C
Measurement Range	1 x 10^-4 to 1000 Torr
Accuracy	±15% of reading
Connector	9-pin D-sub
Repeatability	+/- 2% of reading

Summary

Safety Instructions

Safety Introduction and Precautions

Essential safety warnings, precautions, and guidelines for product operation and handling.

Damage Requiring Service

Conditions indicating product damage that requires professional service or repair.

Overpressure Conditions

Critical warnings regarding maximum pressure limits and hazards of overpressurization.

Service Guidelines and Warranty

Information on contacting support, product return procedures, and warranty coverage.

Introduction and Specifications

The Mini-Convectron Gauge Module

Overview of the Convectron gauge technology, module features, and operating principles.

Module Dimensions and Construction

Physical dimensions, fitting details, and Convectron gauge tube construction.

Installation

Receiving Inspection

Procedures for inspecting received shipments for damage or missing components.

Important Installation Considerations

Critical advice on mounting, environment, and preventing contamination during installation.

Mini-Convectron Module Installation

Steps for physically installing the module, including environment and gauge mounts.

I/O Connector Wiring

Guides on connecting the module's I/O and DeviceNet connectors for proper functionality.

Grounding Guidelines

Essential safety instructions for grounding the module and connected system.

Calibration

Explains the importance and procedures for calibrating the gauge for accuracy.

Operation

Theory of Operation

Explanation of the Convectron gauge's working principle and pressure measurement process.

Panel Indicators and Adjustments

Description of module LEDs, displays, and adjustment controls for monitoring and operation.

Pressure Measurement and Gas Types

Instructions for accurate pressure measurement, including handling different gas types.

Adjustment of Gauge Readings

Procedures for calibrating vacuum zero and atmospheric pressure for optimal accuracy.

DeviceNet Operation

DeviceNet Digital Interface Setup

Configuration steps for the DeviceNet interface, including addressing and baud rate.

DeviceNet Protocol and Communication

Details on DeviceNet protocol, message types, and communication standards for the module.

Process Control Relays

Configuration and operation of the module's programmable setpoint relays for process control.

DeviceNet Troubleshooting Procedures

Solutions for common issues related to DeviceNet communication and module status.

DeviceNet Error Codes

Information on interpreting DeviceNet error codes for diagnosing communication problems.

Service and Maintenance

Service Guidelines

Procedures for obtaining technical support and managing product returns for service.

Grounding Guidelines

Safety precautions for handling static-sensitive components during maintenance.

Troubleshooting and Repair

Lists common symptoms, causes, and solutions for module malfunctions and general repair.

Gauge Maintenance and Replacement

Procedures for cleaning, testing, replacing the Convectron gauge tube, and module repair.