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Tinius Olsen MP1200 Extrusion Plastometer Page 8-1

Operation Manual # 02002215

8 Section 8 – Printer (Optional)

8.1 Certain USB printers may be attached to the MP1200. Tinius Olsen does not sell printers at

this time.

8.2 The following printers have been checked for proper operation with the MP1200

HP OfficeJet 6000 (Model E609A)

HP OfficeJet 6500A

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Default Chapter3
- Table of Contents3
- And ISO11
1 Section 1 - Introduction13
- Overview13
- Heavy Duty Construction13
- Touch Screen Display13
- Prompt Driven Operation14
- Timing14
- Precision Three Zone Band Heater14
- Test Results14
- Communications14
- Options and Accessories14
- Machine Dimensions15
- Electrical Requirements15
2 Section 2 - Model MP1200 Digital Controller/Timer16
- Introduction16
- MP1200 Controller/Timer16
- Three-Zone Temperature Control19
- Timing Systems19
- Communications Port19
- Multiple Data Determinations (Captures)19
3 Section 3 -Operating Tools20
4 Section 4 - Available Options & Accessories22
- Weights22
- Glass Reference Thermometers22
- Digital Reference Temperature Measurement System (P/N: 02002184)22
- PPDT Automatic Timing Switch (P/N 02001505)23
- Automatic Timing Switch Calibrator (P/N 02001531)23
- Manual Cutoff Option (P/N: 02002104)23
- Automatic Cutoff Option (P/N: 02002105)23
- Weight Support, Lowering and Lifting Device with Swing-Away Weight Support Platform (WLD)23
- Corrosion Resistant Accessories24
- High Melt Flow Plug24
- Go/No-Go Gauge24
- Flow Rate Ratio Attachment Package (P/N 02001418)25
- Semi-Automatic Pneumatic Purge25
- Semi-Automatic Pneumatic Purge & Clean26
- Horizon Data Acquisition & Machine Control Software26
- Orifice (Die) Options26
- Piston Rod Options26
- Piston Foot Options27
- Miscellaneous27
5 Section 5 - Set-Up and Installation28
- Unpacking the Machine28
- Locating the Machine28
- Leveling the Machine28
- Connections30
- Updating the Firmware of the MP120032
6 Section 6 - OPTIONAL Programmable Piston Displacement Transducer (PPDT)34
- Installing the PPDT Ordered with the MP120034
- Field Installation, Setup and Configuration of the PPDT for Encoder Type ENCI (for Units that Were Repaired or Not Originally Purchased with the MP1200)34
- PPDT Arm Length Adjustment35
7 Section 7 - MP1200M Motorized Weight Support and Lowering/Raising Device with Swing-Away Feature (WLD)36
- Preparation for Use of Factory Installed WLD36
- MP1200M Factory Settings36
- DC Motor Calibration37
- Zeroing the Encoder on the WLD (Synchronize with PPDT)38
8 Section 8 - Printer (Optional)39
9 Section 9 - Manual & Automatic Extrudate Cut-Off Tools40
- Tools Required40
- Installation Instructions41
- Operation42
10 Section 10 - Setup & Operation of the Pneumatic Purge / Purge & Cleaning Attachment on a Model MP1200 Melt Indexer W/Wld43
- Tools Required43
- Pneumatic Purge/Purge & Clean Attachment Parts List44
- Initial Setup Procedures44
- Operation47
  - Manual Operation47
  - Software Operation48
- Operational Notes49
11 Section 11 - Configuration Mode50
- Machine Settings50
- PID Controls51
- Calibrate54
- Diagnostic57
12 Section 12 - User Settings58
- General Settings58
- Calibration Offsets59
- Date/Time60
13 Section 13 - Testing Polymers According to ASTM D 1238 "Procedure A" (Manual Cut-Off Operation)61
- Getting Started61
- Creating a New Procedure a Program61
- Test Procedure66
14 Section 14 - Testing Polymers According to ASTM D 1238 Procedure B (Automatically Timed Flow Rate) When the Melt Density Is Known71
- Getting Started71
- Creating a New Procedure B Program72
- Test Procedure78
15 Section 15 - Testing Polymers According to ASTM D 1238 Procedure B (Automatically Timed Flow Rate) When the Melt Density Is Unknown (Procedure for Calculating the Melt Density of a Polymer)82
- Introduction82
- Creating a New Procedure B Program83
- Test Procedure88
16 Section 16 - Cleaning Instructions92
17 Section 17 - Preventative Maintenance93
- Cleanliness93
- Motorized Weight Lowering Device (MP1200M)93
- Electrical Checks93
18 Section 18 - Calibration/Verification - PPDT Attachment95
- Calibration/Verification Procedure for PPDT95
- Temperature Verification/Calibration98
  - Suggested Equipment98
19 Section 19 - Temperature Control Configuration Mode99
- PID Parameters and Tuning -- General99
- PID Temperature Control - Output Terms99
- PID Gains100
- Recovery Parameters101
- Temperature Controller Status Parameters102
- Automatic Line Voltage Compensation102
20 Section 20 - Recommended Spare Parts List104
21 Section 21 - MP1200 Packing/Shipping Instructions105

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