Trotec BP17 User manual
TRT-BA-BP17-TC-001-EN
BP17
EN
OPERATING MANUAL
PYROMETER
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Operating manual – Pyrometer BP17
table of contents
Notes regarding the operating manual.................................1
Safety .....................................................................................2
Information about the device................................................3
Technical data .......................................................................4
Transport and storage...........................................................4
Operation ...............................................................................5
Measuring principle ..............................................................7
Maintenance and repair ........................................................7
Disposal .................................................................................8
Declaration of conformity .....................................................8
Notes regarding the operating manual
Symbols
Hazardous electric current!
Warns about hazards from electric current which can
lead to injuries or even death.
Danger!
Warns of injury risk from laser radiation.
Danger!
Warns of a hazard which can lead to personal injury.
Caution!
Warns of a hazard which can lead to property damage.
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The scope of delivery may vary from product images. This
document was created with all due care. Trotec accepts no
liability whatsoever for possible mistakes or omissions.
The only party responsible for determining valid measured
results, drawing conclusions and deriving actions is the user!
Trotec accepts no claims of warranty for the correctness of the
determined measured values or measured results. Further,
Trotec accepts no liability whatsoever for possible mistakes or
damage which have been caused by utilising the determined
measured results.
© Trotec
Warranty and liability
The device complies with the fundamental health and safety
requirements of the applicable EU regulations and was tested at
the factory for perfect functionality multiple times. However, if
faults in the functionality occur and cannot be remedied with the
measures in the chapter Errors and faults, please get in touch
with your dealer or distributor.
When manufacturer's instructions or legal regulations have not
been followed, or after unauthorised changes to the device are
made, the manufacturer is not responsible for the resulting
damages. Changes to the device or unauthorised replacement
of individual parts can drastically impact the electrical safety of
this product and leads to the forfeit of the warranty. Liability
does not extend to damages to people or property caused by the
device being used other than as described in the instructions in
this operating manual. Subject to changes to technical design
and model changes as part of constant development and
product improvement without prior notice.
No liability is accepted for damages resulting from improper
use. In such cases, entitlements to a warranty are then also
forfeited.
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Safety
Read this manual carefully before starting or using the
device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity
of the device or its site of use!
• Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms.
• Do not use the device in aggressive atmosphere.
• Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.
• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the
device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible
condition.
• Do not open the device with a tool.
• Observe the storage and operating conditions (see chapter
Technical data).
Intended use
This device is exclusively intended for measuring temperature
by means of an infrared sensor in the measuring range
specified in the technical data. People who use this device must
have read and understood the operating manual, especially the
Safety chapter.
Improper use
The device must not be used in potentially explosive
atmospheres. It must not be directed at people. Trotec accepts
no liability for damages resulting from improper use. In such a
case, any warranty claims be voided.
Personnel qualifications
People who use this device must:
• be aware of the dangers that occur when working with
laser measuring devices.
• have read and understood the operating manual, especially
the Safety chapter.
Residual risks
Danger!
Class 2 laser radiation.
Lasers of class 2 only radiate in the visible range and
during continuous wave operation (lasting beam) no
more than 1 milliwatt (mW) of output will be emitted.
Looking directly into the laser beam for a longer period
of time (more than 0.25seconds) can cause damage to
the retina.
Avoid looking directly into the laser beam. Never look
into the laser beam using optical aides. Do not
suppress the winking reflex when looking into the laser
beam unintentionally. Never point the laser beam at
people or animals.
Danger!
Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.
Danger!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.
Danger!
The device is not a toy and does not belong in the
hands of children.
Danger!
Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!
Observe the personnel qualifications!
Caution!
To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to
extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.
Caution!
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the
device.
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Information about the device
Device description
The pyrometer BP17 uses an infrared sensor to measure
surface temperatures without contact. An integrated laser
pointer serves for the determination of the measuring spot.
For temperature measurements sensitivity levels of 1 °C, 3 °C
and 5 °C can be preselected – depending on a reference
temperature. Exceeding or falling below this preselected
threshold is indicated by an acoustic and visual alarm function.
The display can be illuminated as needed.
An automatic switch-off saves the battery.
Device depiction
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5
No. Designation
1 Threshold value selector switch
2 Laser pointer
3 Infrared sensor
4 Battery compartment with cover
5 Measurement button
6 Lamp button
7°C/°F button
8 Laser button
9 Display
10 LED for alarm function
Display
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15
16
17
20
19
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No. Designation
11 Reference indication
12 Battery status
13 Laser indication
14 SET indication
15 Indication of the set threshold value (1 / 3 / 5 °C)
16 °C / °F indication
17 Measurement value display
18 HOLD indication
19 SCAN indication
20 Referance value display
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Technical data
Parameter Value
Model BP17
Weight 220 g
Dimensions (height x width x depth in
mm)
185 x 40 x 135
Measuring range -50°C to 380°C (-58°F to 716°F)
Measuring range resolution 0.1 °C / °F
Accuracy ±2 °C or ±2.0% of the measured
value (the higher value applies) if
T>0°C
±3 °C of the measured value if
T≤0°C
Repeatability 0.5 °C
Degree of emission 0.95
Response time < 0.5 s
Spectral sensitivity 8 to 14 μm
Optical resolution (D:S) 10:1
Smallest measuring spot Ø 12.7 mm (distance 127 mm)
Automatic switch-off after approx. 6min (SCAN)
or approx. 15s (HOLD)
Operating conditions 0 - 50 °C, 10 - 90 % RH
Storage conditions -20 - 60 °C, <80 % RH
Power supply 9V battery
Laser output < 1 mW (630-660 nm)
Laser class II, 630-660 nm, < 1 mW
Scope of delivery
• 1 x Pyrometer BP17
• 1 x 9 V battery
• 1x Device bag
• 1 x Getting started guide
Transport and storage
Transport
For transporting the device use a suitable bag to protect it from
external influences.
Storage
When the device is not being used, observe the following
storage conditions:
• Dry.
• Protected from dust and direct sunlight.
• With a cover to protect it from invasive dust, if necessary.
• Remove the batteries from the device.
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Operation
Inserting the batteries
• Insert the supplied battery before first use.
Caution!
Make sure that the surface of the device is dry and the
device is switched off.
1. Open the cover of the battery compartment.
2. Use the battery clip to connect the new battery with correct
polarity.
3. Insert the battery in the battery compartment.
4. Close the cover of the battery compartment.
Carrying out a measurement
Note:
Note that moving from a cold area to a warm area can lead to
condensation forming on the device's circuit board. This
physical and unavoidable effect can falsify the measurement. In
this case, the display shows either no measured values or they
are incorrect. Wait a few minutes until the device has become
adjusted to the changed conditions before carrying out a
measurement.
• Ensure that the surface to be measured is free of dust, dirt
or similar substances.
• To be able to gain exact measurement results on surfaces
which reflect heavily, stick matt masking tape to the
surface or apply matt black paint with a very high and
known degree of emission.
• Note the 10:1 ratio of the distance to the measuring spot
size. For accurate measurements the measuring object
should be at least twice as large as the measuring spot.
Note:
The first object at which you point the device and the
temperature of which you measure is then also the reference
value for all further measurements. The reference value is
indicated on the reference value display.
1. Point the device at the object to be measured.
2. Press the measurement button(5).
ðThe reference value is indicated on the reference value
display(20).
ðThe SCAN indication(19) appears on the display.
ðThe current measured value is displayed in the
measurement value display(17).
3. Press the measurement button(5) again if you want to
"freeze" a measured value.
ðThe current measured value will be halted.
ðThe HOLD indication(18) appears on the display.
Carrying out a measurement with threshold values
The device permits you to set a threshold value relating to the
set reference temperature. Exceeding or falling below the
reference temperature by more than this selected threshold is
indicated visually and acoustically.
To determine the threshold value relating to the reference
temperature use the selector switch(1) at the side of the device.
The following settings are available:
• OFF: The threshold is disabled.
• 1°C: The threshold value is respectively 1°C (1.8°F)
higher or lower than the reference value.
• 3°C: The threshold value is respectively 3°C (5.4°F)
higher or lower than the reference value.
• 5°C: The threshold value is respectively 5°C (9°F) higher
or lower than the reference value.
The selected threshold is indicated on the respective
display(15).
If the current measured value exceeds the set reference value
by the selected threshold, the LED will be illuminated in red and
an acoustic signal can be heard at frequent intervals.
If the current measured value is within the set range given by
the threshold values, the LED is illuminated in green.
If the current measured value falls below the set reference value
by the selected threshold, the LED will be illuminated in blue
and an acoustic signal can be heard at long intervals.
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Example:
The reference value amounts to 25°C and the selector switch
for the threshold(1) is set to 3°C.
• The measured temperature is between 22°C and 28°C:
The LED is illuminated in green.
• The measured temperature amounts to more than 28°C:
The LED is illuminated in red and an acoustic signal can be
heard at frequent intervals.
• The measured temperature amounts to less than 22°C:
The LED is illuminated in blue and an acoustic signal can
be heard at long intervals.
Switching the laser pointer on or off
Ex works the laser pointer is switched off.
• Please observe that with a switched-on laser pointer the
laser will go on as soon as you press the measurement
button(5).
Danger!
Class 2 laser radiation.
Lasers of class 2 only radiate in the visible range and
during continuous wave operation (lasting beam) no
more than 1 milliwatt (mW) of output will be emitted.
Looking directly into the laser beam for a longer period
of time (more than 0.25seconds) can cause damage to
the retina.
Avoid looking directly into the laser beam. Never look
into the laser beam using optical aides. Do not
suppress the winking reflex when looking into the laser
beam unintentionally. Never point the laser beam at
people or animals.
1. Press the laser button(8).
ðThe HOLD indication(13) appears on the display.
ðThe laser pointer is switched on.
2. Press the laser button(8) again to switch the laser pointer
off.
ðThe laser indication(13) is no longer displayed.
ðThe laser pointer is switched off.
Switching the display illumination on or off
Ex works the display illumination is switched off.
1. Press the lamp button(6).
ðThe display illumination will be switched on.
2. Press the lamp button(6) again to switch the display
illumination back off.
ðThe display illumination will be switched off.
The device memorizes the selected setting when switching off.
Changing the unit °C / °F
1. Press the °C/°F button(7) to change the temperature unit
from degrees Celsius to degrees Fahrenheit or vice versa.
Switching the device off
• With activated SCAN indication(19) the device switches off
automatically after approx. 6minutes.
• With activated HOLD indication(18) the device switches off
automatically after approx. 15seconds.
1. Press the measurement button(5) for approx. 3s.
ðThe device is switched off.
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Measuring principle
The device measures the temperature by means of an infrared
sensor. Important factors are the measuring spot diameter and
the degree of emission.
Measuring spot
Observe the ratio of the distance to the measuring spot
diameter. The larger the distance to the object, the larger the
measuring spot diameter and hence, the less precise the
measured result.
The connectable laser pointer indicates the approximate
measuring spot centre. Consequently, it is a mere aiming aid
and not intended for the actual temperature measurement.
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Degree of emission
The degree of emission is used to describe the energy radiation
characteristics of a material.
A material's degree of emission depends on various factors:
• composition,
• surface condition,
• temperature.
The degree of emission can be between 0.1 and 1(, in theory).
The following rule of thumb can be assumed:
• When a material is rather dark and its surface texture matt,
it probably has a high degree of emission.
• The brighter and smoother the surface of a material, the
lower will be its degree of emission, presumably.
• The higher the degree of emission of the surface to be
measured, the better it is suited for non-contact
temperature measurement by use of a pyrometer or
thermal imaging camera, since falsifying temperature
reflections can be neglected.
Entering a degree of emission as accurate as possible (if
possible with this device) is indispensable for a precise
measurement.
Most organic materials have a degree of emission of 0.95.
Metals or shiny materials come with a much lower value.
Maintenance and repair
Cleaning
Clean the device with a soft, damp and lint-free cloth. Ensure
that no moisture enters the housing. Do not use any sprays,
solvents, alcohol-based cleaning agents or abrasive cleaners,
but only clean water to moisten the cloth.
Repair
Do not modify the device or install any spare parts. For repairs
or device testing, contact the manufacturer.
Battery change
A battery change is required when the battery status indication
flashes or the device can no longer be switched on (see chapter
Inserting the batteries).
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Disposal
In the European Union, electronic equipment must not be
treated as domestic waste, but must be disposed of
professionally in accordance with Directive 2002/96/EC of the
European Parliament and of the Council of 27January 2003 on
waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). At the end of
its life, please dispose of this device according to the valid legal
requirements.
Declaration of conformity
in accordance with the EC Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
and the EC Directive 2004/108/EC about electromagnetic
compatibility.
Herewith, we declare that the device BP17 was developed,
constructed and produced in compliance with the named EC
directives.
The marking is found on the rear of the device.
Manufacturer:
Trotec GmbH & Co. KG
Grebbener Straße 7
D-52525 Heinsberg
Phone: +49 2452 962-400
Fax: +49 2452 962-200
E-mail: [email protected]
Heinsberg, 01.09.2015
Detlef von der Lieck
Managing Director
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