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PTR302 
Rotary Proof Tester  
 
User Guide 

 

Summary of Contents for PTR302

Page 1: ...PTR302 Rotary Proof Tester User Guide...

Page 2: ...ile Menu 7 4 3 3 Edit Menu 8 4 3 4 Test 8 4 3 5 Tools Menu 9 Chapter 5 Proof Test Process 11 5 1 Position the Fiber for Proof Test 11 5 2 Proof Testing 11 5 3 Adjusting Ramp Rate 12 Chapter 6 Maintena...

Page 3: ...ol Description Direct Current Alternating Current Both Direct and Alternating Current Earth Ground Terminal Protective Conductor Terminal Frame or Chassis Terminal Equipotentiality On Supply Off Suppl...

Page 4: ...een 85 and 265 VAC 47 63 Hz Input voltages outside these ranges may result in damage to the unit WARNING Small transparent fiber shards may be present in and around the work area and as such the neces...

Page 5: ...fiber or ensures that a fiber or fusion splice meets a minimum strength requirement 3 2 Parts Checklist When unpacking the PTR302 for the first time check to be sure that you have the following PTR302...

Page 6: ...lling the PTR302 1 Plug in the AC power cord The power supply accepts an AC input of 100 240 VAC 47 63 Hz 2 Connect the AC power cord to the external power supply 3 Connect the DC power cable to the u...

Page 7: ...its socket labeled Power Out 4 2 Controlling the PTR302 The PTR302 can be operated using either the Blue button on the top of the unit or via the Handset Controller which is used to control the PTR302...

Page 8: ...gh an initialization process that takes a few seconds During initialization the Handset Controller will auto detect the PTR302 and if all parameters read from the unit match the lasted known open file...

Page 9: ...provide a prompt to confirm deleting a file Exporting or importing a file will require a memory device to be connected to the Program Port of the VYT300C Selecting Export file will show a list of file...

Page 10: ...abort the proof test process if the Prooftest Level is not reached Fiber Diameter The diameter of the fiber in microns m This diameter is required to calculate units of tension kpsi GPa Note Make sur...

Page 11: ...options available are Full Access allows full read write access of parameters and files the ability to change User Access Permissions Read Only allows user to Open Files but does not allow the user t...

Page 12: ...Rotary Proof Tester Chapter 4 Initialization and Control Page 10 TTN123488 D02 Figure 10 PTR302 Windows for Prooftest History and Terminal Figure 11 PTR302 Tools Windows for Version Export Log File an...

Page 13: ...he fiber under the clamps such that the splice region or section of fiber to be tested is centered between the mandrels Release the buttons to hold the fiber in position Re check that the splice is ce...

Page 14: ...wise to increase the Ramp Rate turn it counterclockwise WARNING Always use the safety shield or wear safety glasses when proof or tension testing fiber The fiber under test can shatter and send glass...

Page 15: ...Daily Monthly 3 Months 12 Months Replace Proof Test Grips Check Proof Test Calibration Recalibrate 6 2 Replace Proof Test Grips Remove the 4 flat head screws on top of the proof test mandrel and lift...

Page 16: ...n proof test grips with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol Proof test grips are worn out Call Thorlabs for replacement proof test grips and replace as described in Section 6 2 Replace Proof Test Grips Te...

Page 17: ...um Fiber Length 17 432 mm Maximum Load 89 N 20 lbs 800 kpsi 5 5 GPa for a 125 m Fiber Accuracy 2 Ramp Rate2 Manual 22 2 N s 5 lbs s Display Units lbs kg N kpsi and GPa Dimensions L x W x H 10 14 5 85...

Page 18: ...abs products such as Pure OEM products that means assemblies to be built into a unit by the user e g OEM laser driver cards Components Mechanics and optics Left over parts of units disassembled by the...

Page 19: ...ation USA Canada and South America Thorlabs Inc sales thorlabs com techsupport thorlabs com UK and Ireland Thorlabs Ltd sales uk thorlabs com techsupport uk thorlabs com Europe Thorlabs GmbH europe th...

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