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5.2.2 Connecting the Camera and Chiller
Raptor uses a Chiller from Thermotek, the T257P Precision Chiller. For the datasheet and
full user manual from Thermotek, please contact Raptor and we can provide this. The
manual should be included with the chiller, however. The instructions to set up the chiller are
as follows:
1. Connect the T257P chiller to the Eagle XO using the tubing provided. Connection to the
coolant channel on the camera is made via two quick release valve coupling bodies. The
polarity of the tubing connections does not matter.
2. Keep the chiller horizontal and on a level surface.
3.
Make sure there is a minimum 12” clearance and free path for flow of air entry and exit at
the left side and right side of the T257P chiller prior to operation.
4. Remove the reservoir cap and add coolant to the reservoir until the fluid reaches the
bottom of the neck. Please refer to section 6.3 for recommended coolants.
5. Close the cap securely to the reservoir. Make sure not to overfill the reservoir.
6. Install the appropriate end of the power cord into the unit and connect to the mains
electricity.
If using another chiller model, please refer to its manual for start-up instructions.
5.1.3 Recommended Coolants for the Chiller
The recommended coolants are:
Option 1:
Distilled Water
Option 2:
95% distilled water and 5% isopropyl alcohol mixture prevents bio growth.
Option 3:
80% distilled water and 20% inhibited Glycol mixture for set temperatures below
5
ͦ
C.
Raptor recommends using option 3. If purchasing the Thermotek model from Raptor or using
a demo kit provided by Raptor, there will be inhibited Glycol mixture provided to mix with
water.
5.1.4 Setting the Coolant Temperature for Re-circulation
When powering up the chiller, the screen will immediately give the option to set the
temperature of the coolant. It is recommended to set a 20
ͦ
C set point. After the set point has
been configured, selecting start will initiate the coolant re-circulation. For more detailed
information on all the operating modes of the T257P Precision Chiller, please refer to the
Thermotek user manual.
Never cool the sensor below the dew point of the environment that it is in, otherwise
permanent damage due to condensation may occur. Switch the cooling off
immediately if you suspect condensation is forming on the sensor.
5.2 Connecting the Camera and Frame Grabber
The camera has the normal MDR port on the interface. The main frame grabber that Raptor
offer with this camera has the normal MDR port (EPIX EB1). Therefore, one MDR
– MDR
Camera Link cable is required to connect the camera to this frame grabber.
