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STA 8000

Installation and Hardware

Guide

THERMAL ANALYSIS

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Page 1: ...STA 8000 Installation and Hardware Guide THERMAL ANALYSIS ...

Page 2: ... purpose PerkinElmer shall not be liable for errors contained herein for incidental consequential damages in connection with furnishing performance or use of this material Copyright Information This Help file contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright All rights are reserved No part of this file may be reproduced in any form whatsoever or translated into any language without t...

Page 3: ...the Instrument 33 General Laboratory Safety 33 STA 8000 Warning Labels 34 Warning Labels on the Upper Ring Around the Furnace 34 Warning Labels on the Back of the STA 8000 35 Installing an STA 8000 37 Unpacking the STA 8000 38 Set Up the STA 8000 System Components 40 Connect the Purge Gas Supply to the STA 8000 40 Connect the Purge Gas and System Purge Gas Lines to the STA 8000 41 Removal of the S...

Page 4: ...Cleaning the Furnace and Sensor 61 Cleaning the Cover 61 STA 8000 Part Numbers 62 ...

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Page 7: ...Introduction ...

Page 8: ...the operation and maintenance of the hardware This information can also be found in the Pyris Installation and Hardware Help provided with your Pyris software Information on the operation of the Pyris software can be found in the software Help In general the installation procedure consists of the following steps Prepare the laboratory Unpack the thermal analysis system Set up the required system c...

Page 9: ...Safety and Regulatory Information ...

Page 10: ...keyboard is used to show that you have to press two keys at the same time for example ALT F All eight digit numbers are PerkinElmer part numbers unless stated otherwise Notes Cautions and Warnings Three terms in the following standard formats are also used to highlight special circumstances and warnings NOTE A note indicates additional significant information that is provided with some procedures ...

Page 11: ... En los recuadros como éste se proporciona información sobre este tipo de circunstancias Caution Attention Nous utilisons le terme CAUTION ATTENTION pour signaler les situations susceptibles de provoquer de graves détériorations de l instrument ou d autre matériel Les détails sur ces circonstances figurent dans un encadré semblable à celui ci Caution Attenzione Con il termine CAUTION ATTENZIONE ve...

Page 12: ...rsonas En los recuadros como éste se proporciona información sobre este tipo de circunstancias Warning Danger Nous utilisons la formule WARNING DANGER pour avertir des situations pouvant occasionner des dommages corporels à l utilisateur ou à d autres personnes Les détails sur ces circonstances sont données dans un encadré semblable à celui ci Warning Pericolo Con il termine WARNING PERICOLO vengo...

Page 13: ...ard and any actions which have to be taken Attention La documentation doit être consultée pour déterminer La nature du risque potentiel et des actions qui doit être pris Caution Cold surface Attention Surface froide The following additional graphic symbols used on the instrument Indicates alternating current Indicates the primary protective grounding terminal Indicates the off position of the main...

Page 14: ... que le conducteur de terre de protection le fil vert jaune du cordon d alimentation de la ligne soit connecté à une vraie terre électrique Toute interruption du conducteur de terre de protection à l intérieur ou à l extérieur de l instrument ou la déconnexion de la borne de terre de protection peut nuire à la protection fournie par l instrument WARNING AVERTISSEMENT Do not operate the instrument ...

Page 15: ...formation 15 WARNING AVERTISSEMENT Use only fuses with the required current rating and of the specified type for replacement N utilisez que des fusibles avec la note de courant requise et du type spécifié pour le remplacement ...

Page 16: ...는 업무용 A급 전자파적합기기로서 판 매자 또는 사용자는 이 점을 주의하시기 바라 며 가정외의 지역에서 사용하는 것을 목적으 로 합니다 United States FCC United States FCC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equ...

Page 17: ... requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC Pollution Degree 2 This product will operate safely in environments that contain nonconductive foreign matter up to Pollution Degree 2 in EN IEC 61010 1 Normally only non conductive POLLUTION occurs Occasionally however a temporary conductivity caused by condensation must be expected Use of Hazardous Substances This product meets the requiremen...

Page 18: ...euse recycling and recovery programs vary by regulatory authority at your location Contact your local responsible body for example your laboratory manager or authorized representative for information regarding applicable disposal regulations Contact PerkinElmer at the web site listed below for information specific to PerkinElmer products Web address www perkinelmer com WEEE For Customer Care telep...

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Page 21: ...Prepare the Laboratory ...

Page 22: ...d at a maximum of 20 A 120 V systems or 16 A 200 240 V systems Line Voltage PerkinElmer analyzers and their associated instruments are designed to operate within a line voltage range of 10 of the nameplate voltage or other such voltage selected at installation to suit the particular country or region The range for 240 V systems is 6 10 The supply must be smooth clean earthed and free of transient ...

Page 23: ...emoved to completely disconnect the power from the instrument NOTE If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by PerkinElmer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired Purge Gas and Pneumatic Supply The recommended purge gas for all Thermal Analyzers at ambient temperatures is argon or nitrogen with a minimum purity of 99 9 Other gases such as air or oxygen may also be used A...

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Page 25: ...Install Multiple Analyzers ...

Page 26: ...ey eliminate the need to install cards into dedicated computer slots and reconfigure the system Computers with standard USB allow peripherals to be automatically configured as soon as they are physically attached without the need to reboot or run setup NOTE Some PerkinElmer analyzers now have USB ports in addition to or sometimes in place of RS 232 ports If you are working with these analyzers you...

Page 27: ...O NOT connect any instruments to the EdgePort at this time If your computer is connected to the Internet it will now download the software drivers for the EdgePort Once this process is completed you can install the individual analyzers by connecting them to the RS 232 ports on the EdgePort and configuring them in the Pyris software ...

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Page 30: ...a good earth ground that is common to the earth ground of the computer Check that the power cord supplied is appropriate for your country and is undamaged before connecting it to the main voltage supply Use proper lifting posture when lifting the analyzer The STA 8000 weighs 16 kg Never attempt to lift the analyzer with any cables attached When cleaning the instrument consult PerkinElmer if there ...

Page 31: ...l exécute des échantillons qui dégagent des gaz toxiques car les gaz de réaction s échappent par les couvercles du four WARNING AVERTISSEMENT Never operate the STA 8000 in a condensing atmosphere Any liquid water present could reach the electronics at the base of the sensor Ne faites jamais fonctionner le STA 8000 dans une atmosphère de condensation Tout l eau liquide présente pourrait atteindre l...

Page 32: ...sor disks Ne pas exercer de forces excessives sur les disques du capteur Important Specifications Maximum power consumption 450 W Supply voltage 100 240VAC 5 10 Supply voltage frequency 50 60 Hz Fuses T6 3A 250VAC type only Safe temperature range 10 40 C Dimensions L x H x D 36 x 20 x 35 cm Weight 16 kg ...

Page 33: ... public website http www perkinelmer com Content technicalinfo dts_instrumentdeconprocedure pdf If you do not have access to the internet contact Customer Care Customer Care USA 8 30 a m 7 p m EST 1 800 762 4000 inside the USA 1 203 925 4602 outside the USA Customer Care Canada 800 561 4646 Customer Care EU 0800 40 858 Brussels 0800 90 66 42 Monza If you are located outside of these regions please...

Page 34: ...rdware Guide STA 8000 Warning Labels Warning Labels on the Upper Ring Around the Furnace WARNING AVERTISSEMENT HOT SURFACE The furnace at the center of the ring may be hot SURFACE CHAUDE Le four au centre de l anneau peut être chaud ...

Page 35: ...des fumées Sans ventilation adéquate des vapeurs potentiellement toxiques peuvent s accumuler en laboratoire Votre laboratoire doit disposer d un système de ventilation fiable avant d utiliser cet instrument Warning Labels on the Back of the STA 8000 WARNING AVERTISSEMENT Always keep airflow unobstructed To maintain adequate ventilation do not block the back of the instrument Toujours garder le fl...

Page 36: ...de fusible WARNING AVERTISSEMENT Grounding circuit continuity is vital for the safe operation of equipment Never operate equipment with the grounding connector disconnected Disconnect supply cord before operating La continuité du circuit de mise à la terre est essentielle pour la sécurité de fonctionnement de l équipement N utilisez jamais d équipement avec le connecteur de mise à la terre déconne...

Page 37: ...nstallation procedure for the STA 8000 consists of the following steps Prepare the Laboratory refer to page 22 Unpack the STA 8000 Set Up the STA 8000 System Components Connect the STA 8000 System Components Configure the STA 8000 Calibrate the STA 8000 ...

Page 38: ...d your knees w hen lifting and securely hold on to the analyzer as you lift Utilisez la position de levage appropriée lorsque vous retirez l analyseur de la base du carton d expédition Pliez vos genoux lors du levage et maintenez le bien sur l analyseur lorsque vous soulevez 3 Remove the foam from all sides resting the analyzer on its left or right side as necessary 4 Remove the tape and plastic f...

Page 39: ...moval N5202093 1 Calibration weight N5200042 1 Ceramic sample pans pack of 3 N5200040 2 Ceramic lids pack of 6 N5202032 1 Tubing adaptor 1 8 in to 1 4 in 09903906 1 Gas restrictor 01541498 1 Also included with the STA 8000 are Tygon tubing for connection of liquid coolant to the cooling chamber Hose clamps Teflon tubing for purge gas connection Nickel plated 5 16 in tubing 2 pieces for use on Swag...

Page 40: ...ater vapor on the measuring cell The system purge gas flow is controlled by a needle valve inside the analyzer and is preset to a flow rate of 45 ml min NOTE The gas pressure must be regulated by the user to a maximum of 90 psi 6 2 bar A pressure of 30 45 psi 2 3 bar is suitable for most experiments The sample purge gas inlets A and B are used to purge the furnace and are part of the internal gas ...

Page 41: ...nto the inlet labelled System Purge ALWAYS REQUIRED 2 Place the 1 8 in Teflon tubing from your Sample Purge Gas line onto the inlet labelled sample purge A If required a second sample purge line 1 8 in Teflon tubing can be connected to the purge B inlet WARNING AVERTISSEMENT Check that the regulated gas pressure does not exceed 90 psi 6 2 bar before switching on the gas supply Vérifiez que la pres...

Page 42: ...e must be pointing towards the front of the analyzer To prepare the analyzer for shipment 1 Position the two part foam insert on top of the shipping alignment tool within the furnace 2 Place the cylindrical foam insert on top of the first foam insert 3 Replace the furnace cover and tape it shut Install the Sensor 1 Switch on the STA 8000 2 Ensure that the shipping alignment tool is removed CAUTION...

Page 43: ...the sensor downward a further 2 3 mm until it does not go any further As the sensor makes contact with the balance mechanism a beep will sound CAUTION ATTENTION Do not push down on any part of the sensor except the top of the rod Ne poussez pas sur n importe quelle partie du capteur sauf le haut de la tige To remove the sensor Grip the sensor at the top of the rod with tweezers and pull it straigh...

Page 44: ... N5202070 is available which sits on top of the furnace and is recommended to help prevent condensation forming when the furnace is at low temperature in a humid atmosphere Connecting to the Chiller NOTE An appropriate fluid must be used with the chiller Distilled water is recommended for operation at temperatures between 10 C and 90 C Alternatively normal tap water can be used For operation at 20...

Page 45: ... maximum coolant level is 25 mm below the top of the reservoir 2 Switch the chiller on at the mains supply and at the switch on the rear of the control unit NOT using the Power switch on the front of the control unit 3 When switching on the chiller for the first time select the display language by rotating the Select Set control on the front panel and then pressing to select the desired option The...

Page 46: ...temperature to the nearest whole degree Celsius A value of 20 C is recommended 3 Press the control again The degree fraction figures are highlighted 4 Turn the control to select the desired fraction of a degree 5 Press the control to accept the value Connecting to tap water When using tap water 1 Make sure the tap water is conveniently located near the STA 8000 2 Connect a hose to the COOLING LIQU...

Page 47: ...nimize the pressure in the system La gaine de refroidissement du STA 8000 n acceptera PAS la pression Utilisez le débit le plus bas qui procure un refroidissement suffisant pour votre expérience afin de minimiser la pression dans le système NOTE It is essential to maintain a very constant flow rate of water The liquid should be free of air bubbles Changes in the liquid flow rate or the presence of...

Page 48: ...ants sont éteints et débranchés avant de commencer The image below shows the connections on the STA 8000 1 Connect one end of the RS 232 cable to the back of the STA 8000 2 Connect the other end of the RS 232 cable to COM1 on the back of the computer 3 Connect the printer cable to the USB port 4 Connect the analyzer printer and computer power cords to AC outlets 5 Once the system connections are m...

Page 49: ...s select the port to which you connected the analyzer Remember that COM5 appears when an analyzer is connected to port 1 of an EdgePort USB Converter 4 Click the Add button The STA 8000 Configuration dialog box is displayed The system detects the type of analyzer that is attached and displays the default name and other information for an STA 8000 in this dialog box 5 Select the accessories that ar...

Page 50: ... the Start menu The Pyris Manager is displayed on the screen 2 Select STA 8000 from the Pyris Manager The STA 8000 control panel is displayed 3 Heat the sensor to approximately 150 C to burn off any excess moisture Enter 150 in the box beneath the Go To Temp button on the control panel and click the button 4 After 10 15 minutes cool the analyzer to ambient temperature The configuration for the STA...

Page 51: ... and Verification 2 DTA Baseline Optimization 3 Temperature Verification 4 Heat Flow Verification For general guidance on loading samples into the analyzer see Sample Handling on page 57 Weight Calibration 1 Once all the system components are installed and the system purge and coolant flow have been turned on leave the instrument for 4 8 hours to fully equilibrate and stabilize the balance to the ...

Page 52: ... 8 hours The optimization routine will be performed using a predefined method not the same method as the DTA Baseline Optimization Since the procedure takes approximately 8 hours to complete we recommend that you run it overnight If the option is selected Pyris will run the TG Drift Optimization followed automatically by the DTA Baseline Optimization Temperature and Heat Flow Verification During n...

Page 53: ...librating at the start temperature Record the results for each standard 5 Verify that the melting temperature and heat flow data are in good agreement with the values in the table below 6 Remove the reference sample for future use The recommended standard materials have the following values for melting temperature and heat flow from CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics 81st edition 2000 p 12 197 ...

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Page 56: ...robalance There are two platforms that connect to the microbalance via the sensor When seen from the front of the analyzer the right hand platform is for a reference pan and the left hand platform is for the sample pan The top loading balance has many advantages over a hangdown wire design With this design however placement of the sample in the sample pan and of the sample pan on the platform is v...

Page 57: ...ance of a run may be affected by the sample configuration The best sample form for optimum performance is powder or fine granules Bulk solids can be sliced into small pieces with a razor or knife For precise work such as calibrating the instrument using metal standards melting and then cooling the sample in the pan before running the test improves thermal contact and gives more repeatable results ...

Page 58: ...a sample purge gas to augment the system purge or to introduce reactive gases into the sample furnace Recommended purge gases are air nitrogen argon oxygen and helium When changing from one purge gas to another or changing flow rates we recommend that you check the temperature calibration A sample purge flow rate of 20 40 ml min is recommended controlled by the Pyris software A purge gas inlet pre...

Page 59: ...ference right and sample left platforms Ensure that the pans are upright and centered on the platforms 5 Replace the furnace lid and wait for the weight and temperature to stabilize 6 Click the Zero Weight button 7 Remove the furnace lid and place the sample in the sample pan on the left platform It may be easier to remove the pan first to prevent sample being spilled into the furnace 8 Replace th...

Page 60: ...vapor on the cooling tubes around the furnace could occur and should be avoided Reducing condensation is the user s responsibility The heating rate of the STA 8000 depends on the temperature range as follows Ambient to 1000 C maximum 100 C min 1000 to 1600 C maximum 25 C min The heating rate can be set in 0 1 C min increments In general lower heating rates lead to better separation of transitions ...

Page 61: ...mately 10 minutes This should remove all products that can be oxidized CAUTION ATTENTION Do not remove the furnace lid when heating at high temperatures Ne pas enlever le couvercle du four lorsqu il chauffe à des températures élevées If the sensor becomes contaminated remove it from the furnace and clean it gently with a small brush When a sample has dropped into the furnace remove the sensor firs...

Page 62: ...U S call your local PerkinElmer sales office or go on line to www perkinelmer com Below is a list of the part numbers that tools spare parts and materials for the STA 8000 Part Number Description N5202007 Sensor N5200040 Ceramic sample pans pack of 3 N5202032 Ceramic lids pack of 6 03190033 Indium calibration standard N5380057 Aluminum calibration standard N5380058 Gold calibration standard N53800...

Page 63: ...STA 8000 Hardware 63 Part Number Description 02506519 Tygon tubing 5 m 02506483 Teflon tubing 6 m 09903906 Connector 1 8 in to 1 4 in N5202088 Level indicator N5200042 Calibration weight ...

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