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Software Features
Positive Calibration Factor
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NCAT Asphalt Content Tester
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Positive Calibration Factor
Software has the ability to accept a positive calibration factor. By pressing the calibration factor key
twice simultaneously, then entering your number and pressing ENTER, a (-) sign will appear in the
percent loss display. The software will now subtract a negative number (same as adding) from the
percent loss. This is necessary when testing HMA that contains hydrated lime that has been added with
the oil as an antistrip.
If your test procedure calls for aggregate calibrations to determine the calibration
factor, you will need to run the tester in the Manual Mode.
Stability Threshold
Endpoint detection can be adjusted from .01% - .5% of the sample weight. A higher stability threshold
can sometimes be advantageous when burning off samples containing very soft aggregates. The stability
threshold can be changed by performing a “hidden key” function using the calibration factor key, then
entering the new number. (See Hidden Key Routines.)
Summary of Contents for Thermolyne NCAT F85930
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Page 44: ...9 Timer Mode Interrupting the Timer Mode 42 NCAT Asphalt Content Tester Thermo Scientific ...
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