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Mass Range | 1 to 100 amu |
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Maximum Operating Pressure | 1 x 10^-4 Torr |
Detector | Faraday cup and electron multiplier |
Computer Interface | RS-232 |
Analog Output | 0-10 V |
Digital Interface | RS-232 |
Resolution | 0.5 amu |
Filament | Tungsten |
Minimum Detectable Partial Pressure | 10^-12 Torr |
Ionization Energy | 70 eV |
Electron Emission Current | 1 mA |
Power Requirements | 100-240 VAC |
Dimensions | 19" rack mount, 3U |
Operating Temperature | 0 to 50 °C |
Weight | 30 lbs (13.6 kg) |
Details the process of removing the RGA probe and ECU from packaging.
Covers hardware requirements and procedures for installing the RGA probe and ECU.
Explains the procedure for powering up the RGA Head and ECU.
Guides the user through launching the RGA Windows program and acquiring data.
Defines a Residual Gas Analyzer and its basic principles of operation.
Describes the components of the SRS RGA system: probe and ECU.
Explains analog scanning, histogram scanning, single gas monitoring, and total pressure measurement.
Introduces concepts of spectral analysis and interpreting mass spectra.
Details the ionizer's design, principle of operation, and parameter settings.
Explains the design, principle of operation, and mass range/resolution of the filter.
Describes Faraday Cup and Electron Multiplier detector operation and characteristics.
Discusses modifications to the ionizer for alternative measurement applications.
Describes the components and layout of the ECU's front panel.
Details the connectors, fan, and LEDs on the ECU's rear panel.
Explains the status and error indications provided by the ECU's LEDs.
Describes the electrometer's function, detection limits, and calibration.
Provides guidelines for maintaining and servicing the RGA ECU.
Guides on launching the RGA software, connecting to the RGA Head, and shutting down.
Covers RGA window management, multiple head operation, and display modes.
Explains data cursors, scheduled saving, and browsing the gas library.
Details procedures for tuning sensitivity, adjusting CEM gain, and securing the RGA Head.
Explains the structure and valid parameters for RGA commands.
Lists and describes common communication errors and their reporting.
Provides methods for diagnosing and resolving communication issues.
Provides a comprehensive list and description of all RGA commands.
Details procedures for calibrating mass scale and resolution using known gases.
Explains how to determine and set partial and total pressure sensitivity factors.
Describes how to calibrate the electron multiplier gain.
Provides critical safety warnings for service personnel.
Details the process and importance of baking out the RGA probe.
Provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the ionizer components.
Guides the user through the procedure for replacing the filament.
Provides recommendations for handling and caring for the CDEM detector.
Explains how to clean the quadrupole rods to maintain performance.
Describes firmware checks and how to detect internal errors.
Lists error codes, causes, and troubleshooting steps for common issues.
Details the automatic hardware checks performed by the RGA Head.
Provides a general overview of the RGA system components and operation.
Details the electrical characteristics and circuits of the RGA.
Breaks down the RGA's electronic schematics by component.
Provides a schematic drawing of the RGA probe assembly.
Shows the layout of connectors on the feedthru flange.
Explains how to analyze vacuum system composition using mass spectra.
Details using the RGA as a leak detector for vacuum systems.
Describes designing pressure reduction systems for RGA sampling.
Explains using capillary inlets with bypass pumping for high-pressure sampling.
Details the capabilities of the PPM100 controller, including monitoring and control.
Lists the technical specifications for the PPM100 Partial Pressure Monitor.
Guides on connecting and using the SRS RGA with LabVIEW.
Describes how to configure ionizer parameters via LabVIEW.
Explains how to configure detector parameters via LabVIEW.