DeFelsko PosiTector SPG User manual

Table of Contents

Introduction ........................................................ 2

Operation Overview ........................................... 3

Why is Measurement Important? ...................... 4

Probes ............................................................... 5

Menu Operation ................................................. 6

Calibration, Verification & Adjustment .......... 6

Cal Settings Menu ........................................ 8

Setup Menu .................................................. 9

Statistics ....................................................... 12

Memory Management .................................. 13

Connecting to a Computer............................ 17

Available Options............................................... 21

Temperature ...................................................... 22

Power Supply / Battery Indicator ....................... 22

Returning For Service ....................................... 23

Troubleshooting ................................................. 23

Technical Data ................................................... 24

Introduction

The PosiTector Surface Profile Gage (SPG) is a hand-held

electronic instrument that measures the peak-to-valley height of

the surface profile of abrasive blast cleaned surfaces. It consists

of a body (Standard or Advanced) and probe.

PosiTector SPG Kit Contents

- PosiTector SPG Probe (pg. 5)

- Glass zero plate amd metal shim (pg. 8)

- Protective rubber holster with belt clip

- Protective Cap for Probe (pg. 2)

- Protective Lens Shield (pg. 2)

- Wrist strap (pg. 2)

- 3 Alkaline AAA batteries (pg. 22)

- Quick Guide Instructions

- Nylon carrying case with shoulder strap

- USB Cable (pg. 18)

- Certificate of Calibration traceable to NIST (pg. 4)

- Two (2) year warranty on Body and Probe

Protective Cap

PosiTector SPG models are shipped with a protective plastic

cap over the probe. Remove this cap prior to use. Replace it

when the instrument is not in use to protect the probe.

Wrist Strap

We recommend attaching and wearing the

supplied wrist strap. 1

Plastic Lens Shield

The LCD is covered with a thin plastic film for protection against

fingerprints and other marks during shipment. This film, while

usually removed before using the instrument, can be left in place

to protect against paint overspray. Replacements can be

purchased.

Typical Screen

Current

Measurement

Battery Indicator

Unit of

Measurement

Factory Zero in

Use

1. Remove the protective plastic cap from probe.

2. Power-up Gage by pressing the center navigation button.

3. Place the included glass zero plate onto a stable, flat surface.

Take a measurement on the plate with the PosiTector SPG. If

the average of several readings is greater than ± 5 µm (0.2 mil),

zero the instrument (see pg. 8).

4. Place the probe FLAT on the surface to be measured such that

the tip of the probe reaches into the bottom of a profile valley.

HOLD STEADY. The Gage will BEEP twice and display the

measurement.

5. Lift the probe from the surface between measurements.

Operation Overview

The PosiTector SPG powers-up when the center navigation

button is pressed. To preserve battery life, it powers-down after

approximately 5 minutes of no activity. All settings are retained.

Measurement

Type

Why is Measurement Important?

Steel is often abrasive blast cleaned or otherwise roughened prior

to painting. The peak-to-valley height of the resultant surface

profile is an important factor in the performance of applied

protective coatings.

Low profile may reduce coating bond strength (adhesion). Too high

and the peaks may receive insufficient coverage and possibly rust

prematurely. The costly application of more coating may be

required if the profile is too high.

For these reasons, surface profile should be measured prior to

coating application to ensure that it meets contract specifications.

Certification

All probes include a Certificate of Calibration. For organizations

with re-certification requirements, instruments may be returned at

regular intervals for calibration. DeFelsko recommends that

customers establish calibration intervals based upon their own

experience and work environment. Based on our product

knowledge, data and customer feedback, a one year calibration

interval from either the date of calibration, date of purchase, or

date of receipt is a typical starting point. Written calibration

procedures are available from DeFelsko Corporation at no

charge.

Probes

The PosiTector SPG consists of a body and a probe. See Info

(pg. 10) to find your body and probe type. More probe information

is available at www.defelsko.com/SPG. To disconnect a probe

from a body, power-down the instrument and pull the plastic probe

connector horizontally (in the direction of the arrow) away from the

body. Reverse these steps to attach a new probe.

When powered-up the PosiTector automatically

determines what type of probe is attached and does a

self-check.

The supplied probe tip has a 60° angle to comply with

most test standards including ASTM D 4417 B. An

optional 30° angle tip with replacement tool is available for special

applications or to comply with Australian Standard AS 3894.5.

A replacement tool is included with the purchase of either the 60°

or 30° angle tips. Insert the two legs of the replacement tool into

the probe tip and turn counter clockwise to remove the tip. Insert

the new tip and tighten clockwise. Do not over tighten. Since the

factory zero setting may not always be precise after a probe tip

exchange, the gage should be checked on the included glass

plate and zeroed if necessary.

Memory

Statistics

Zero

Setup

Connect

Help

Power Off

Exit

Sync Now

USB Drive

Auto SYNC

Bluetooth

Updates

Exit

Menu Operation

Instrument functions are menu controlled. To access the Menu,

power-up the instrument, then press the center navigation button.

Below is a sample menu for a PosiTector SPG Advanced Model:

Some buttons have a tick box to their

right to indicate current status. An empty

box indicates that feature is not active.

Current selection is displayed

with darkened background

Down

Center

To navigate, use the Up and Down buttons to

scroll and to SELECT.

Select Exit to exit from any menu.

Navigation Button

Calibration, Verification & Adjustment

The PosiTector SPG non-destructively measures the thickness of

coatings on metals.Three steps ensure best accuracy…

Calibration

Calibration is the controlled and documented process of

measuring traceable calibration standards and verifying that the

results are within the stated accuracy of the Gage. Calibrations are

typically performed by the Gage manufacturer or by a certified

calibration laboratory in a controlled environment using a

documented process.

The standards used in the calibration are such that the combined

uncertainties of the resultant measurement are less than the stated

accuracy of the Gage. Typically a 4:1 ratio between the accuracy

of the standard and the accuracy of the Gage is sufficient.

The PosiTector SPG is shipped with a Certificate of Calibration

showing traceability to a national standard. For organizations with

re-certification requirements, the PosiTector SPG may be

returned at regular intervals for calibration. DeFelsko recommends

that our customers establish Gage calibration intervals based upon

their own experience and work environment. Based on our product

knowledge, data and customer feedback, a one year calibration

interval from either the date of calibration, date of purchase, or

date of receipt is a typical starting point.

Written Calibration Procedures are available online at no charge.

Verification of Accuracy

Instrument accuracy is verified using the included metal shim and

glass zero plate.

Place the plate onto a stable, flat surface. Take several

measurements. If the average is greater than ±5 µm (0.2 mil), zero

the instrument (pg. 8).

Next, place the metal shim over the glass plate and measure

ensuring the probe needle touches the glass plate in the area

between the shim’s “legs”. The average of several measurements

should be within the combined tolerances of both the shim and the

gage (±10%). For example, measuring a 75 µm (3 mil) shim should

result in values between 67.5 µm (2.7 mils) and 82.5 µm (3.3 mils).

If not, see Returning for Service (pg. 23).

To guard against measuring with an improperly adjusted Gage,

verify the Gage at the beginning and the end of each work shift.

During the work shift, if the Gage is dropped or suspected of giving

erroneous readings, its accuracy should be re-verified.

In the event of physical damage, wear, high usage, or after an

established calibration interval, the gage should be returned to the

manufacturer for repair or calibration.

Zeroing the Instrument

Zero

The PosiTector SPG has only one adjustment point at zero. The

zero point can be set using one of two methods. Both methods are

found under the Zero menu option.

-The factory zero setting is restored during a RESET

(below)

-The factory zero setting may not always be precise,

particularly after a probe tip exchange. For best accuracy,

the gage should be zeroed on the included glass plate.

1.Select from the menu.

2.Press the (+) button to select the number of readings to be

used to obtain an average, typically 3.

3.Repeatedly measure the glass plate. After the last

measurement the gage will calculate a Zero which represents the

average of all the Zero readings taken.

Zero

Glass Plate Zero

Setting the instrument to zero on the glass plate is the preferred

zero adjustment method:

Factory Zero

If a glass plate or suitable smooth, hard surface is not available,

the factory zero setting can be restored:

1. Select from the menu.

2. Press the down button to select “Reset” and press the center

navigation button . The factory calibration icon will appear

on the LCD.

Zero

NOTE:

Setup

Setup Menu

Reset

Reset (soft reset) restores factory settings and returns the

instrument to a known condition. The following occurs:

- All batches, stored measurements, images, and batch names

are erased.

- The zero adjustment is returned to the factory setting. Since

this may not always be a precise zero, the gage should be

checked on the glass plate (pg. 8)

- Menu settings are returned to the following:

Memory = OFF

Statistics Mode = OFF

Hi Lo Alarm = OFF

Bluetooth = OFF

Perform a more thorough Hard Reset by powering down the

instrument, waiting several seconds, then simultaneously holding

both the center and (+) buttons until the Reset symbol

appears. This returns the instrument to a known, “out-of-the-box”

condition. It performs the same function as a menu Reset with

addition of:

NOTES: - Keep the gage away from metal during a Reset.

- Date and Time are not affected by either Reset.

Units = microns

Flip Display = Normal

Auto Sync = OFF

White on Black = OFF

USB Drive= ON

Language = English

Battery Type = Alkaline

Backlight = Normal

Bluetooth Streaming = OFF

- Bluetooth Pairing info is cleared.

- Menu settings are returned to the following:

Info

Displays the model number & serial number, probe type & serial

number, PosiTector.net registration key, the amount of remaining

memory for storage of readings, date and time, and software

packages.

For security purposes, the registration key is required to add the

instrument to your free PosiTector.net account.

Flip Display

This option causes the display to read upside down. Ideal for use

overhead with the resultant display conveniently pointed toward

the operator.

White on Black

Inverts the LCD display to white on a black background to provide

better readability in some surroundings.

(Advanced models only)

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