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RTC 187 Series Temperature Calibrator Datasheet

RTC 187 Series Temperature Calibrator Datasheet
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RTC 187 Series Temperature Calibrator Datasheet

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The RTC-187 is a high-performance Reference Temperature Calibrator by AMETEK, designed to improve temperature calibration accuracy and functionality. It incorporates advanced technologies like Dynamic Load Compensation (DLC) and intelligent sensors.
Features & Models
The RTC series includes models A, B, and C, each with unique capabilities. Key features include a patented DLC system for temperature uniformity, intelligent plug-and-play sensors, USB connectivity, lightweight design, and multi-hole insert kits.
Key Specifications
The calibrator offers high accuracy (±0.04°C), excellent stability (0.005°C), and a wide temperature range (-45 to 180°C). It uses dual-zone block technology for improved temperature homogeneity.
Dynamic Load Compensation (DLC)
The DLC system ensures temperature homogeneity within the insert, crucial for calibrating multiple or large sensors, compliant with EURAMET/cg-13v.01 guidelines.
Intelligent Reference Sensors
The RTC series uses STS-200 sensors that store calibration data, eliminating errors and enabling immediate use.
Design and Usability
The RTC-187 is portable, weighing 23 lbs, with a 5.7” color VGA display. It supports multiple languages and provides detailed stability and sensor data.
Additional Features
Features include MVI for stable operation, auto-stepping, enhanced stability indicators, storage for ten setups, and silent operation mode.
Conclusion
The RTC-187 is versatile and advanced, suitable for various applications, offering high accuracy, stability, and ease of use.
Calibration Software
JofraCal software is used for calibrating temperature sensors, pressure gauges, and switches, supporting automatic and manual data entry and various output formats.
Hardware Requirements
The software requires a minimum Intel 486 processor, 32 MB RAM, and 80 MB of free disk space, with a VGA compatible screen.
Calibration Capabilities
The RTC series, with the ASM scanner, allows simultaneous calibration of up to 24 sensors, supporting various sensor types.
Functional Specifications
Details include temperature range, accuracy, stability, resolution, heating and cooling times, immersion depth, and input specifications.
Input Specifications
Specifications for RTD, DLC, and thermocouple inputs, including accuracy and range, are provided.
Mains and Communication Specifications
The calibrators operate on 115V or 230V, featuring USB and Ethernet interfaces.
Physical Specifications
Includes weight, dimensions, and shipping specifications, emphasizing the use of Jofra inserts.
Options and Accessories
Standard delivery includes the RTC calibrator, power cable, certificates, with additional options like carrying cases and support rods.
Functional Comparison
All models share core functionalities, with models B and C offering additional features like DLC and external precision reference sensor input.
Ordering Information
Details on base model number RTC187 and options for dynamic load compensation, power supply, and calibration certificates.
Contact Information
Contact details for AMETEK offices in various countries are provided.
Legal Notice
The document concludes with a copyright notice, prohibiting reproduction or modification without permission.
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RTC 187 Series Temperature Calibrator Datasheet-1

SENSORS, TEST & CALIBRATION

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RTC 187 Series Temperature Calibrator Datasheet-2

Down to ± 0.04° C using the external reference sensor. 4-wire True-Ohm Measurement technology is used. ► Wide Temperature Range ► Improved Temperature Homogeneity Unique, active dual-zone block ensures good temperature homogeneity in the calibration zone. ► DLC (Dynamic Load Compensation) Perfect temperature uniformity in the insert, even when calibrating large sensors or many sensors at a time. (B and C models only.) ► Display Indicator for Temperature Uniformity Shows the degree of temperature uniformity in the insert when using the new DLC technology. (B and C models only.) Product Description...

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Unique Temperature Performance Upper Zone Temperature Difference Main Zone Internal Reference during calibration. The DLC sensor measures the temperature homogeneity in the insert and provides feedback to the active dual-zone system, which compensates the tem- The RTC series of calibrators provide precision perature difference to a minimum inside the insert. In this way, the DLC function makes temperature calibration of sensors, what- the homogeneity independent of the different loads of the insert, making the RTC the ever the type or format. This is accomplished best performing dry-block calibrator...

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Calibrating with the DLC sensor offers the following advantages: downloading sequence with risk of errors is no longer necessary. Secondly, the user can change 1 Calibration of several sensors simultaneously. the reference sensor and be up and running immediately. 2 Calibration of thick sensors. With the intelligent sensors, AMETEK has eliminated a source of error, and the system is now giv- 3 Gives TSL (Thermo Sensitive Length) independency. It is no longer necessary to know the TLS of ing a fail-safe plug’n’play calibration system. Unique Reference Sensors 4 Compensates for sensor production...

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RTC 187 Series Temperature Calibrator Datasheet-5

Fast Temperature Calibration -24° C @ 15 min The navigation is menu-driven and very logical Time is money! This is why all the new RTC calibrators have an increased heating and cooling information needed for the current function in speed compared to all other calibrators. Heating and cooling speeds have been increased by up to 20%. The implication is savings in both production downtime and general calibration costs. are followed by discrete sound messages. The to use, and the display shows any important display is very bright, and the main information New Multi-Hole Insert Kits can easily be...

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Set Temperature Calibration Switch test Autostep Integrated Support Rod The new integrated support rod is part of the reduced weight philosophy. It is lightweight and very easy to mount on the RTC. Two fixing holes are integrated in the calibrator where the support rods can be mounted. MVI stands for ''Mains power Variance Immunity". Unstable mains power is a major contributor to on-site calibration inaccuracies. Traditional temperature calibrators often become unstable in production environments where large electrical motors, heating elements, and other devices are periodically cycled on or...

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Maximum and Minimum Temperature Up to 20 different temperature steps may be pro- From the setup menu, the user can select the maximum and minimum temperature limit for the grammed including the hold time for each step. calibrator. This function prevents damage to the sensor-under-test caused by excessive tempera- Upon completion of an auto-step routine, the user tures, and it helps reducing sensor drift from exposures of too high temperatures. This feature can can easily read the results for the sensor-under- be locked with an access code. test on the RTC display. Results from twenty autostep...

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RTC 187 Series Temperature Calibrator Datasheet-8

JofraCal Calibration Software JofraCal is a highly versatile calibration software that is supplied together with the RTC calibrators. The software ensures easy calibration of all kinds of temperature sensors, such as RTD's, thermocouples, transmitters, and thermoswithes. Furthermore, it can be used for pressure calibration i.e. pressure gauges and pressure switches. JofraCal integrates with Jofra calibration instruments. As for temperature calibrators, it is the whole range of temperature calibrators. Regarding pressure calibrators, it integrates with the Crystal XP2i and nVision. JofraCal also...

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Specifications Functional Specifications Temperature Range @ ambient temp. 0° C / 32° F. . . . . . . . -57 to 180° C/-71 to 356° F @ ambient temp. 23° C / 73° F. . . . . . . -45 to 180° C/-49 to 356° F @ ambient temp. 40° C / 104° F. . . . . . -31 to 180° C/-24 to 356° F Accuracy with External STS Ref. Sensor (models B and C) ± 0.04° C / ± 0.07° F 12-month period. Relative to reference standard. Specifications by use of the external JOFRA STS-200 reference sensor Heating Time DLC Sensor Input (models B and C) 180 to 100 °C / 311 to 212° F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 minutes...

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Specifications Thermocouple Input Transmitter Supply Output Current. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum 28 mA Accuracy (12 months) . . . . . . . . . . . ±(0.005% Rdg. + 0.005% F.S.) Temperature TC Type E XK (only in Russian versions) Transmitter Input mA (model B) Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 to 24 mA Accuracy (12 months). . . . . . . . . . . . ±(0.005% Rdg. +0.010% F.S.) Voltage Input VDC (model B) Test Voltage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum 5...

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Predrilled Inserts All predrilled inserts have holes for: 4 mm reference sensor • A" reference sensor • 3 mm hole for DLC sensor. All inserts are supplied with an insulation plug drilled with the necessary holes. Undrilled Inserts All undrilled inserts include insulation plugs. * Use the insert code, when ordering a Jofra standard undrilled insert together with the RTC calibrator. Use the insert code, when ordering a Jofra standard insert together with the RTC calibrator. inf AMETEK* SENSORS, TEST & CALIBRATION

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