Inficon TC1000 User manual
OPERATING MANUAL
iina11e1-a (0604)
Catalog No.
551-005
TC1000
test chamber for hermetically sealed
parts
1-2
iina22e1 chapter 0.fm Operating Manual(0604)
0.1 Imprint
INFICON GmbH
Bonner Straße 498
50958 Köln
Germany
0.2 About these instructions
These instructions are intended for users of the TC1000.
The aim of the instructions is to provide you with a rapid introduction to assembly and
operation of the test chamber.
The structure of the instructions enables you to read the instructions from start to
finish, or only the sections relevant to you if you are already familiar with the unit. In
this case, a glossary is also available at the end of the document.
0.3 Content
0.1 Imprint 1-2
0.2 About these instructions 1-2
0.3 Content 1-2
1 Test chamber TC1000 1-1
1.1 Explanation of terms and symbols 1-1
1.2 Technical data 1-2
2 Structure of the TC1000 2-1
2.1 The test chamber 2-1
2.2 The test chamber on the leak detector 2-2
2.3 The test leak adapter 2-3
2.4 Scope of supply 2-4
2.5 Accessories 2-4
3 Operating the TC1000 3-1
3.1 Starting up the TC1000 3-1
3.1.1 Unpacking 3-1
3.1.2 Starting up 3-1
3.1.2.1 Mount the test chamber 3-1
3.1.2.2 Setting the Auto Leak Test operating mode 3-2
3.1.2.3 Setting the test chamber for the test 3-3
3.1.2.4 Calibrating the leak detector 3-4
3.1.2.5 Measuring mode 3-5
3.1.2.6 Cancelling the test mode 3-5
3.1.2.7 Interrupting and restarting the test mode 3-5
3.1.2.8 Shutting down 3-6
3.1.3 Removal 3-6
3.1.4 Packing 3-6
3.2 Settings in the Auto Leak Test menu 3-6
1-3
iina22e1 chapter 0.fm Operating Manual(0604)
3.2.1 Setting the measuring time 3-7
3.2.2 Setting the verification limit (Trigger level 1) 3-8
3.2.3 Serial errors when testing 3-8
3.2.4 Counting tested components 3-8
3.2.5 Reducing the helium substrate (reference measurement) 3-9
3.3 Maintenance schedule 3-9
3.4 Displaying and reading out the warning table 3-9
4 Further documents 4-1
4.1 Replacement parts list 4-1
4.2 Decontamination declaration 4-1
1-4
iina22e1 chapter 0.fm Operating Manual(0604)
Test chamber TC1000 1-1
iina11e1 chapter 1.fm Operating Manual(0604)
1 Test chamber TC1000
The TC1000 is a small vacuum chamber which allows you to carry out leak tests on
sealed, small solid bodies. These include e.g. quartzes, relays, sensors, ICs and
LEDs.
You can easily mount the test chamber on the leak detectors UL1000 and UL1000
Fab. It does not occupy much space thanks to its small size.
The test procedurefor the test chamber is very easy in conjunction with the INFICON
leak detectors. The test proceeds for the most part automatically.
You place the components in the test chamber and the process is activated by
closing the cover. Two large red and green light emitting diodes show you the results
of the test.
The procedure for dynamic calibration enables rapid and reliable testing of the
components.
1.1 Explanation of terms and symbols
Auto leak test
Refers to the operating mode of the leak detector UL1000 or UL1000 Fab, which
enables hermetically sealed components to be tested for leakproofness.
Dynamic calibration
The rise in a leakage rate signal is compared with the rise in the test leakage signal.
Increasing leakage rates can therefore be detected more rapidly.
Calibration and measurement have the same endurance. So the signals of the
underground that arouse because of a gas occupation of the surface can be better
suppressed.
ESD
Abbreviation for electrostatic discharge.
ESD mat
An ESD mat on the leak detector prevents electrostatic charges from discharging
e.g. onto components placed on it. The charge is removed via the mat.
(Coffee cup)
Indicates the button for the pause function.
1-2 Test chamber TC1000
iina11e1 chapter 1.fm Operating Manual(0604)
Warning triangle
Indicates a upcoming warning message which you can see by pressing the button.
1.2 Technical data
Diameter 130 mm
Depth 40 mm
Volume approx. 430 cm³
Weight 2.7 kg
Connecting flange DN 25 KF
Structure of the TC1000 2-1
iina11e1 chapter 2.fm Operating Manual(0604)
2 Structure of the TC1000
2.1 The test chamber
Abb. 2-1 The closed test chamber
Item Description
1 Cover The cover of the test chamber has a floating
mounting. It rests securely on the sealing lock.
2 Connecting cable The electrical connection to the leak detector.
3 Red light emitting diode The red light emitting diode lights up if a leak is
verified which is greater than the trigger
threshold set.
4 Green light emitting diode The green light emitting diode lights up if a leak
is verified which is less than the trigger
threshold set.
5 ESD bracelet connection
on the right of the test
chamber
You can connect the ESD bracelet to this
pushbutton.
Potential static charges are discharged via a
ESD bracelet. This prevents the components
you are testing from becoming damaged.
6 Handle area Hold the cover here for opening and closing.
2-2 Structure of the TC1000
iina11e1 chapter 2.fm Operating Manual(0604)
2.2 The test chamber on the leak detector
The test chamber can preferably be operated on the INFICON leak detectors
UL1000 or UL1000 Fab (software version 4.0 or higher).
In the following we describe use of the test chamber on a UL1000 Fab.
Abb. 2-2 The open test chamber
Item Description
1 Proximity switch Ifyou closethecover, you activate the evacuation
process via the proximity switch.
2 O-ring The sealing ring seals the test chamber against
the cover and can easily be replaced.
3 Screen The screen prevents components from falling into
the connecting flange.
4 Bore holes You can fasten the test chamber on a work table.
The bore holes are already provided for this.
Structure of the TC1000 2-3
iina11e1 chapter 2.fm Operating Manual(0604)
The test chamber is mounted on the leak detector with a tightening ring
You can find the instructions for this in Section 3.1.2.1, Removal.
2.3 The test leak adapter
If you carry outan external calibration,you will needan adapter cable anda test leak,
e.g. leak test TL7.
Section 3.1.2.4, Calibrating the leak detector describes how to calibrate the leak
detector.
Fig. 2-3 Mounted on the leak detector
Abb. 2-4
2-4 Structure of the TC1000
iina11e1 chapter 2.fm Operating Manual(0604)
2.4 Scope of supply
The delivery comprises:
• the test chamber TC1000,
• an ESD bracelet,
• the operating instructions for the unit (iina11d1)
2.5 Accessories
Catalogue number
• ESD mat 551-002
• Test leak adapter 200 00 1797
• Test leak TL 7 (leakage rate in the range10-7mbar l/s) 14210
• Test leak TL 8 (leakage rate in the range10-8mbar l/s) 16557
• Test leak TL 8 with DKD calibration 15593
• Test leak TL 9 (leakage rate in the range10-9mbar l/s) 14408
This manual suits for next models
1
Table of contents
Other Inficon Test Equipment manuals
Inficon
Inficon MCT150 User manual
Inficon
Inficon 122 20 User manual
Inficon
Inficon ULTRATEST UL3000 Fab PLUS User manual
Inficon
Inficon E-Check Quick guide
Inficon
Inficon FTC3000 Quick guide
Inficon
Inficon Quantus LP100 User manual
Inficon
Inficon 122 20 Quick guide
Inficon
Inficon VORTEX User manual
Inficon
Inficon TGF10 User manual
Inficon
Inficon 12329 Quick guide
