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Calibration
UCA Ultrasonic
Transducer
The UCA unit should be calibrated initially upon install. It should then be
calibrated whenever any part of the test cell, transducers, control card, or
software are changed.
1. Assemble the UCA cell (page 33), but do not fill it with cement.
2. Load the cell into the heating jacket and make all necessary connections
Make sure the thermocouple is not tightened completely.
3. Slowly turn the Water Supply valve to “FILL”.
4. Watch for water to leak from the thermocouple port. When water starts to
leak, immediately tighten the gauge with a wrench to seal the cell. This
will ensure that all air has been purged from the cell.
5. Set the Pressure switch to “MANUAL”.
6. Turn the Water Supply valve to “OPERATE”.
7. In the onboard display, set the pressure to 1000 psi (page 31).
8. Access the transducer calibration:
a.
In the software select: Utilities → Cell 1 or Cell 2 → Calibrate →
Ultrasonic Transducer
b. In the Onboard Display, go to the Calibrate screen and choose
“Transit Time”.
9. The calibration routine will turn on the transmitters and perform the cali-
bration. The transit time should be 15 – 19 µsec (at 70° ± 2°F). If the transit
time is within the acceptable range, click “OK” to save the calibration and
continue.
If the transit time is not within this range, it could be an indication that the
transducers are failing or the transducer cables are damaged. Inspect and
clean the transducers as well as the transducer cables and connections.
Check the transducer springs for weakening or wear. If the transit time
is still out of range, then you may need to get replacement parts for the
transducers, cables, or springs.
If the software displays an error message, contact OFITE for support.