MKS HPQ3 Hardware Manual Download Page 9

Page: 9 / 64

MKS Instruments UK Ltd

HPQ3 Hardware Manual – SP101019.101 October 2012

1. Specifications

1.1 Mechanical

HPQ3

Dimensions:
127mm wide x 127mm x 179mm deep, plus 46mm over analyser connector to face of CF flange.
Weight:
1.7 kg

24VDC Power Supply

Dimensions:
75mm wide x 45mm high x 146mm deep plus 30mm over strain relief.
Weight:
0.6 kg

Analyser

Max. Operating pressure
HPQ3 1e-3 Torr (1.3e-3 mbar)

HPQ3S 8e-3 Torr (1e-2 mbar)

– Application

dependant

Maximum transient burst pressure

4e-2 Torr (5e-2 mbar)

– gas dependant

Summary of Contents for HPQ3

Page 1: ...HPQ3 S Hardware Manual HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October2012...

Page 2: ...d Spectra Products Cowley Way Weston Road Crewe Cheshire CW1 6AG U K 44 0 1270 250150 Tel International 44 0 1270 251939 Fax International Email manual_info mksinst com MKS Products provided subject t...

Page 3: ...21 2 9 Digital I O Connector 22 2 10 Ethernet 24 3 Analyser Installation 25 3 1 Unpacking 25 3 2 Inspecting the analyser 25 3 3 Installing the analyser 27 3 4 Checking the system pressure 27 3 5 Moun...

Page 4: ...UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 4 8 Exploded Views 56 Analyser pin outs 56 9 Spare Parts 58 Filaments 58 Complete Ion source 58 10 Returning Your Unit for Service 59 Support Con...

Page 5: ...lowing directives I hereby declare that the equipment named above has been designed to comply with the relevant sections of the above referenced specifications The unit complies with all essential req...

Page 6: ...MKS Instruments UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 6 Signed J M Higgins General Manager 10th October 2009...

Page 7: ...ule interactions in the ion source at higher pressures This allows reliable data to be obtained for specific gas species including water oxygen nitrogen methane helium and hydrogen in argon and other...

Page 8: ...2 8 This manual focuses on HPQ3 hardware and should be used in conjunction with the relevant user interface manual during installation Any required network communications cards should be installed and...

Page 9: ...plus 46mm over analyser connector to face of CF flange Weight 1 7 kg 24VDC Power Supply Dimensions 75mm wide x 45mm high x 146mm deep plus 30mm over strain relief Weight 0 6 kg Analyser Max Operating...

Page 10: ...MKS Instruments UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 10...

Page 11: ...earth conductor of the power cord must be connected to the power source protective earth terminal There are no operator replaceable parts within the 24VDC power supply unit or the HPQ3 unit 1 5 Conne...

Page 12: ...holes which are not for operator use On the rear panel refers to a Read all instructions carefully before use b The control unit and signal ports are designed for connection to MKS accessories via MKS...

Page 13: ...MKS Instruments UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 13 Allow a minimum clearance of 50mm all round Do not exceed the maximum operating ambient temperature...

Page 14: ...required to obtain a greater separation between control unit and RF head or if longer serial communications cables are required they must be supplied by MKS Instruments Ltd 5 Cables attached to all ot...

Page 15: ...MKS Instruments UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 15...

Page 16: ...st be returned to MKS Instruments Spectra Products Ltd unless special arrangements are made 3 There are no user serviceable parts in the electronic equipment Certain components are EMC and safety crit...

Page 17: ...d HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 17 2 Rear Panel Connections The rear panel incorporates all the connections required by the HPQ3 RGA Details on these connectors and their use can be f...

Page 18: ...y contact This is a low voltage 5V 1mA contact The contact should be closed for normal operation open to trip the filaments or if the protective equipment is switched off 2 Open collector TTL drive Th...

Page 19: ...101019 101 October 2012 19 2 3 Emission Indicator The indicator is lit when a filament is active and within correct operating parameters 2 4 Multiplier Indicator N A 2 5 Power Indicator The indicator...

Page 20: ...ased 2 7 Power A 2 pin D type connecter used to for the 24VDC power supply Pin Function Description 1 Gauge On Open collector output from gauge 2 No connection 3 24VDC Output 24VDC supply output fused...

Page 21: ...h fused at 120mA fuses are self resetting NOTE The 120mA maximum load for the power supply outputs is shared between the Digital and Analogue connectors Pin Function Description 1 15V 15V supply outpu...

Page 22: ...urable I O lines 3 3V power output fused at 120mA fuses are self resetting 15V power output fused at 120mA fuses are self resetting 24V power output fused at 120mA fuses are self resetting Note The to...

Page 23: ...MKS Instruments UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 23 24 GND 25 24V 24V supply output fused at 120mA...

Page 24: ...appropriate arrange the hardware software configuration so that an input Hi state is a safe condition This ensures that if a connection should be unplugged the system will go into a fail safe state d...

Page 25: ...re has been obvious damage during shipment or if there are items listed on the packing slip as shipped which are not in the box immediately contact your local MKS sales service representative 3 2 Insp...

Page 26: ...19 101 October 2012 26 Look at each lead from the flange to its termination point to ensure that it does not touch any other element of the analyser If any damage is noted contact your local MKS repre...

Page 27: ...mber If your chamber does not meet the above criteria you should use a specially designed adapter so that the analyser may be mounted outside the chamber Please contact your local MKS representative f...

Page 28: ...MKS Instruments UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 28...

Page 29: ...efully insert the analyser into the vacuum chamber ensuring that you do not allow the leads to touch the walls of the vacuum chamber Make sure the gasket does not slip part way out of its slot as you...

Page 30: ...h are easily damaged DO NOT force the HPQ3 unit on to the analyser When all of the pins are engaged push the HPQ3 firmly onto the analyser to ensure electrical continuity The last 3mm 1 8 is important...

Page 31: ...s equipment connecting to the digital or analog ports Finally attach the line cord to the power supply The power supply will automatically set itself to operate with the local line voltage When power...

Page 32: ...addresses by a process of arbitration between devices If a DHCP or BOOTP server is present on the network Auto IP will obtain an IP address from the server DHCP Short for Dynamic Host Configuration Pr...

Page 33: ...is to be connected to a network where existing devices obtain their IP address automatically then no further configuration is required You can safely connect the HPQ3 to your network The HPQ3 is to be...

Page 34: ...SP101019 101 October 2012 34 For details on how to assign a static IP address to the HPQ3 please see the guide on Page 26 You will need to be allocated an IP address for use by your IT Specialist or...

Page 35: ...eed to use a dedicated cross over cable and power on the HPQ3 Next you need to check if your PC or MAC is configured for Auto IP most are by default Windows PC Start Connect To Show All Connections Cl...

Page 36: ...ts UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 36 If your PC or MAC is not configured for Auto IP you can make the following changes to enable the function You will need to have Administrati...

Page 37: ...the following options Obtain an IP address automatically Obtain DNS server address automatically Click OK MAC Apple Menu System Preferences Network Ethernet Configure Choose the option Using DHCP or...

Page 38: ...tart the application After a few moments the following dialog appears displaying a list of all discovered MKS RGA s You can see that there is only one RGA displayed in the example yours may contain ma...

Page 39: ...eed to ask for an IP address and Subnet from your IT Specialist if you are installing on a network This is done using the RGA Device Manager Application found on the supplied MKS Utilities CD This app...

Page 40: ...see that Device Manager displays all the pertinent information on the RGA of particular interest are the Address and Type fields The Address field is the currently assigned IP address of the HPQ3 The...

Page 41: ...UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 41 Right click the instrument and select Change IP Address You can see that the HPQ3 is configured to receive an IP address We must change this op...

Page 42: ...instruct you on what to enter here otherwise leave it blank Once the relevant information has been entered click OK to store and commit the changes to the HPQ3 6 Baking The analyser may be baked up to...

Page 43: ...to the collector 3 The detector This area of the quadrupole analyser is hidden inside the flanged housing Its function is simply to convert the filtered ion beam presented by the quadrupole filter in...

Page 44: ...You should not attempt repair other than replacing the filaments or cleaning replacing the ion source Further servicing may be carried out on site or on an RTB basis Please contact your local MKS repr...

Page 45: ...ect the other lead to pins 3 through 12 on the analyser feedthrough in turn Each one should give an open circuit Now move the meter lead from pin 2 to pin 3 and check to pins 4 to 12 Proceed around th...

Page 46: ...the second meter lead to pin 4 Filament 1 You should read short circuit Next connect the second meter lead to pin 10 Filament 2 again your meter should indicate short circuit If either or both filame...

Page 47: ...ing the analyser securely in an upright position a small bench vice is ideal pen and paper on which to make notes and sketches 7 4 1 Removing the filaments 1 Remove the analyser from the vacuum system...

Page 48: ...MKS Instruments UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 48 Refer to the views on the following page...

Page 49: ...MKS Instruments UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 49 Fig 1 Fig 2...

Page 50: ...uation in your vacuum system With the filaments removed you have a clear view of the source cage The signs to look for are powdery deposits which will vary in colour but may be brown blue canary yello...

Page 51: ...4 pan head screws through the filament plate and tighten securely Do not over tighten 3 Re fit each barrel connector in the same orientation as removed sliding each barrel connector over the connectin...

Page 52: ...a diameter and length to accommodate the analyser Put the measuring cylinder into the ultra sonic bath for 10 to 15 minutes Remove the analyser and allow any excess alcohol to drain off Keep the anal...

Page 53: ...weler s screwdriver 2mm Pair of tweezers Small pair of smooth jawed needle nosed pliers Pair of clean cotton gloves Clean bench on which to work Ohmmeter Clean container in which to put small parts Pe...

Page 54: ...MKS Instruments UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 54 Fig 1 Fig 2...

Page 55: ...1019 101 October 2012 55 7 5 3 Refitting the ion source Refitting the ion source is simply the reversal of the procedure for removing it Care should be taken at all stages to ensure that no shorts are...

Page 56: ...are Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 56 8 Exploded Views Analyser pin outs Pin 1 is easily identified as it is the only pin with a metalized contact running through it The pins are numbered clockwise...

Page 57: ...ents UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 57 Pin Connection 1 Earth 2 Source plate 3 Not Used 4 Filament 1 5 Extraction plate 6 Not Used 7 RF 1 8 Filament common 9 Not Used 10 Filamen...

Page 58: ...supplied in pairs either on a single plate or on two plates depending on the analyser Replacement ion sources are supplied complete with filaments Filaments Tungsten Thoriated Iridium Yttrium 842 070...

Page 59: ...e serial numbers date of purchase and a fault description Fill in the relevant sections of the Health and Safety Returns Form below or we can provide you with a copy This form MUST accompany the instr...

Page 60: ...MKS Instruments UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 60...

Page 61: ...end to the appropriate MKS facility Please ensure that we have this information before we receive the equipment A copy should also be given to the carrier FAILURE TO COMPLETE THIS FORM OR COMPLY WITH...

Page 62: ...nstruments UK Ltd HPQ3 Hardware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 62 Customer return address if different from above Name Contact number Equipment returned Item 1 Serial No Item 2 Serial No Item 3 Seri...

Page 63: ...ware Manual SP101019 101 October 2012 63 Please describe the system fault in detail Details of substances pumped or coming into contact with the returned equipment Chemical names Precautions to be tak...

Page 64: ...toxic or hazardous substances that the equipment specified above has been in contact with are named above that the information given is correct and that the following actions have been taken 1 The eq...

Search results

Summary of Contents for HPQ3

Reviews:

Related manuals for HPQ3

Brands by name

Popular brands

MKS HPQ3, Hardware Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for HPQ3

Reviews:

Related manuals for HPQ3

Brands by name

Popular brands