BARTINGTON INSTRUMENTS
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1. About this Manual
This manual describes the installation, operation and maintenance of the Mag-01 and Mag-01H
Magnetometer. It should be read in conjunction with the product brochure
DS0003
, which can be
found on the Mag-01 and Mag-01H
product page
on the Bartington Instruments website at:
www.
bartington.com
. Probe outline drawings are also available on
this page
.
See Application Note AN0045: ‘Magnetic Units and Measurements’, available from Bartington
Instruments, for important information about magnetic field measurement units.
1.1. Symbols Glossary
The following symbols used within this manual call your attention to specific types of
information:
WARNING:
Indicates a situation in which serious bodily injury or death could result if the
warning is ignored.
Caution:
Indicates a situation in which bodily injury or damage to your instrument, or both,
could result if the caution is ignored.
Identifies items that must be disposed of safely to prevent unnecessary damage to the
environment.
Note:
Provides useful supporting information on how to make better use of your purchase.
2. Safe Use
WARNING:
The Mag-01 and Mag-01H can be powered by mains electricity, either in
operation or during their battery charging cycle, and contain uninsulated parts. Ensure that
the unit is properly earthed at all times. Only properly trained personnel should carry out
procedures described in this manual which require the casing to be opened.
WARNING:
These products are not qualified for use in explosive atmospheres or life
support systems. Consult Bartington Instruments for advice.
3. Introduction
The Mag-01 and Mag-01H magnetometer systems are intended for the measurement of
relatively weak (nT), slowly varying (10Hz max) magnetic fields in one axis.
The system comprises one of a range of compact fluxgate probes connected by a cable to a
compact electronics unit (the magnetometer).
