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HK Series - Deadweight tester

HK Series - Deadweight tester

HK Series - Deadweight tester

Product catalog summary
Product Description
The AMETEK HK Pneumatic Deadweight Tester is a primary standard for calibrating pressure and differential pressure gauges, transmitters, transducers, recorders, and controllers. It provides a reference pressure in process control applications and is NIST traceable with an accuracy of ±0.015% using stainless steel weights.

Specifications
  • Pressure Range: 50 to 10,000 kPa (10 to 1500 psi)
  • Accuracy: ±0.025% of indicated reading
  • Repeatability: ±0.005% of indicated reading
  • Available Units: psi, kg/cm², bar, kPa
  • Pressure Source: Nitrogen or instrument quality air
  • Weight Material: Stainless steel
  • Ball Material: Ceramic

Features
  • Floating Ball Operation: The ball and weights float on a thin film of air, eliminating friction and the need to rotate weights during testing.
  • Self-Regulating: Built-in flow regulator maintains the ball and weights in a float position, compensating for pressure variations.
  • Rugged Ceramic Measuring Ball: Made from aluminum oxide ceramic, providing durability and resistance to damage.
  • Quick Setup and Operation: Simple connection and leveling process with no need for pressure regulators if air supply is within operational requirements.
  • Non-Contaminating Test Fluid: Uses Nitrogen or instrument quality air, eliminating the need for cleaning instruments post-calibration.

Functional Specifications
  • Model: HK
  • Type: Pneumatic, ball type
  • Temperature Coefficient: ±0.00167% of reading/°C (@ 23°C)
  • Supply Pressure (Max): 100 bar / 1,500 psi for models up to 70 bar; 150 bar / 2,250 psi for models up to 100 bar

Physical Specifications
  • Connections: 0.25 in OD tubing, 7/16-20, 37˚ AN angle
  • Weight: Tester Only: 8.2 - 14.3 kg; Weights: 8.0 - 30.0 kg
  • Shipping Dimensions: Tester: 40.6 x 40.6 x 40.6 cm; Weight Set Storage Case: 5.1 x 30.5 x 30.5 cm

Ordering Information
Various models are available with different certified ranges and increments. Calibration options include standard or local gravity specifications, with optional data certification.
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Catalog excerpts

HK Series - Deadweight tester-1

Pneumatic Deadweight Tester Accuracy to ±0.025% of Indicated reading PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The AMETEK HK Pneumatic Deadweight Tester is a primary standard used to calibrate pressure and differential pressure gauges, transmitters, transducers, recorders and controllers, which can provide a reference pressure in process control applications. Repeateability ±0.005% of indicated reading Special Calibrations/Local Gravity HK testers are supplied standard with masses calibrated to International Standard gravity of 9.80665 m/s2. Local gravity calibration is available on all models. High Pressure Pneumatic Standard The HK is a high pressure pneumatic alternative to the available hydraulic standards. This series allows for selfregulating calibrations at high pressures without leaving a hydraulic residue in the UUT. Exceptional Performance and Safety Built-In - Floating Ball Operation Self-Regulating Rugged Ceramic Measuring Ball Overhung Weight Carrier Non-Contaminating Test Fluid Ball Valves for Inlet and Outlet Interchangeable Weights Prefill Supplied for Quick Filling Large Static Output Volumes NIST Traceable Self-regulating pressure standard The AMETEK HK Pneumatic Deadweight Tester is a primary standard that produces a pressure by applying force (weight set) over area (the ceramic ball and nozzle). The HK tester is NIST traceable and accurate to ±0.015% using stainless steel weights calibrated to International standard gravity at 9.80665 m/s2 or local gravity as specified. The HK tester is self-regulating with accuracy independent of the operator. The tester utilizes a virtually frictionless ceramic ball floating on a layer of air within a stainless steel cylinder. The HK tester features a quick-leveling system for lab setup. The unit may also be mounted on an optional tripod for more convenient setup. Weights are located in foam-protective slots in the case.

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Model HK® Pneumatic Deadweight Tester FEATURES The following are some of the features and characteristics inherent to the AMETEK HK deadweight tester. Floating Ball While in operation, the HK tester’s ball and weights float freely, supported only by a thin film of air which is virtually frictionless. This eliminates the necessity to rotate the weights during testing and allows the user to concentrate on the instrument calibration. Self-Regulating The instrument’s built-in flow regulator automatically adjusts the input air flow to maintain the ball and weights in a float position. The regulator...

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Model HK® Pneumatic Deadweight Tester FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS General Process Information for Calibrated Parts Local gravity values must be specified by customer in gals, cm/s2 or m/s2. Include serial number, accuracy, gravity, and model number of deadweight tester when ordering weight sets or calibrated parts. Masses for weights ordered separately, including tolerance, must be supplied by customer; unless combined with tester on same order. Calibrated parts may be made to archival data if requested on the purchase order. Calibrated parts are certified for physical dimension only (mass or area)...

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ORDERING INFORMATION Model Certified Range AMETEK Calibration Instruments is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and developers of calibration instruments for temperature, pressure and process signals as well as for temperature sensors both from a commercial and a technological point of view. JOFRA Temperature Instruments Portable precision thermometers. Dry-block and liquid bath calibrators: 4 series, with more than 25 models and temperature ranges from -90° to 1205°C / -130° to 2200°F. All featuring speed, portability, accuracy and advanced documenting functions with JOFRACAL calibration...

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