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Introduction

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Introduction

1.1 Description

The new Mini Wind Tunnel Model WTM-1000 is designed to give a highly 

uniform flow rate over a 10 cm (4") diameter test chamber. The Wind Tunnel has 

an electronic control unit where it controls the DC Fan speed and provides four 

selectable fixed air speeds. The fixed air speeds are:
2.5 m/s (492 FPM) 

5 m/s (984 FPM) 

10 m/s (1969 FPM) 

15 m/s (2953 FPM)
In addition, there is a REMOTE selection on the electronic control unit selector 

switch. This will allow connecting an external potentiometer to control the DC 

fan speed and be able to vary the speed from 0 to 15 m/s. A cable to connect an 

external potentiometer to the control unit is included in the shipping box.
The purchase of the WTM-1000 also includes a NIST traceable calibration 

certificate.
Figure 1- Illustrates the important components of the wind tunnel as well as it’s 

overall dimensions (page 3). Figure 2 - Shows the front panel of the Electronic 

Control Box (page 4). Figure 3 - Shows the rear panel of the Electronic Control 

Box (page 4).

1.2 Unpacking
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Remove the packing list and verify that you have received all your equipment. If 

you have any questions about the shipment, please call our Customer Service 

Department at 1-800-622-2378 or 203-359-1660. We can also be reached on the 

Internet at omega.com, e-mail: [email protected]. When you receive the 

shipment, inspect the container and equipment for any signs of damage. Note 

any evidence of rough handling in transit. Immediately report any damage to 

the shipping agent.

NOTE

The carrier will not honor any claims unless all shipping material is 

saved for their examination. After examining and removing contents, 

save packing material and carton in the event reshipment is necessary.

With your order of the WTM-1000 Mini Wind Tunnel you get:
1. Wind Tunnel

2. Power Cord

3. Remote Connection Cable

5. Spare Fuse

6. Vane/Probe Clamp Sleeve

7. Chamber Door

8. Vane Window Door

9. Package of ten 1/4" Teflon Compression Ferrules

10. NIST Traceable Calibration Certificates

 11. Operators manual

Summary of Contents for WTM-1000

Page 1: ...WTM 1000 Laboratory Grade Bench Top Mini Wind Tunnel Anemometer Sold Separately e mail info omega com For latest product manuals www omegamanual info Shop online at omega com User sGuide...

Page 2: ...Connecticut Ave Suite 5N01 Norwalk CT 06854 USA Toll Free 1 800 826 6342 USA Canadaonly Customer Service 1 800 622 2378 USA Canada only Engineering Service 1 800 872 9436 USA Canada only Tel 203 359 1...

Page 3: ...5 2 1 Setting Up the Mini Wind Tunnel Precautions 5 2 2 Operating the Wind Tunnel 5 2 3 Correction Factors 6 Chapter 3 Specifications 8 Chapter 4 In Case Of Problems 9 Chapter 5 Maintenance 10 Chapter...

Page 4: ...WTM 1000 Laboratory Grade Bench Top Mini Wind Tunnel A ii Notes...

Page 5: ...ront panel of the Electronic Control Box page 4 Figure 3 Shows the rear panel of the Electronic Control Box page 4 1 2 Unpacking 1 2 1 Remove the packing list and verify that you have received all you...

Page 6: ...mbols Used The following table lists the International Electrical Symbols Some or all these symbols may be used on the instrument or in this manual WARNING Identifies conditions and actions that may p...

Page 7: ...4 AXIS CARRYING HANDLE DIMENSIONS CM IN EXHAUST END VIEW IN TAKE END VIEW FRONT VIEW FAN SPEED CONTROL PROBE PORT 1 FRONT PROBE PORT 2 BACK 1 4 COMPRESSION FITTING BOTH PORTS FAN MOUNTING LEG DC FAN...

Page 8: ...5 A 250 V POWER SWITCH MODEL NO WTM 1000 SERIAL NO MADE IN THE U S A REMOTE CW INCREASING AIR SPEED CW 5W FAN CONTROL OMEGA ENGINEERING INC STAMFORD CT 06907 0047 1 800 826 6342 omega com CONNECT TO E...

Page 9: ...cautions stated in the previous section and then proceed as follows 1 Connect the cable from the DC Fan to the back of the Control unit box labeled Fan Control Make sure the power switch in the back o...

Page 10: ...530 where P is the Barometric pressure in inches of Hg T is the ambient temperature in Degree F There is a second correction factor which is a function of the air probe geometry K2 Table 1 lists K2 f...

Page 11: ...te time x K1 x K2 K1 29 92 P x 460 T 530 K1 29 92 27 88 x 460 80 530 K1 1 093 From Table 1 K2 for FMA 904 2 5 m s is 1 04 Actual Air speed 442 x 1 093 x 1 04 Actual Air speed 502 FPM Example 2 An HHF9...

Page 12: ...Option Use an external 5K 10 turn potentiometer to vary air speed DC Motor 24 Vdc 1 1 A 26 W Power 90 to 250 Vac 50 60 Hz Operating Temperature 5 to 45 C 41 to 113 F Operating Relative Humidity 80 RH...

Page 13: ...he wind tunnel is on fan does not turn Make sure the cable from the fan is connected to the motor control box Make sure the power switch on the motor control box is ON Make sure there are no obstructi...

Page 14: ...ly dirt free room Follow the precaution tips Chapter 6 Spare and Replacement Parts 10 Maintenance 5 Part Number Description WTM 0014 Honeycomb flow straightener WTM 0009 Chamber Window Cover Solid IR...

Page 15: ...11 WTM 1000 Laboratory Grade Bench Top Mini Wind Tunnel Notes...

Page 16: ...12 Notes WTM 1000 Laboratory Grade Bench Top Mini Wind Tunnel...

Page 17: ...y OMEGA if the unit is found to be defective it will be repaired or replaced at no charge OMEGA s WARRANTY does not apply to defects resulting from any action of the purchaser including but not limite...

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