Mts DCPD Measurement System User Manual

DCPD Measurement SystemProduct Information100-279-690 B be certain.

Warning:Warning notices indicate the presence of a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if ignored,can result in death, severe personal injury, o

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SafetyTopics:•General Safety Practices...

General Safety PracticesIf you have system related responsibilities (that is, if you are an operator, service engineer, or maintenanceperson), you sho

No User Serviceable Parts WithinPart #572402-07No user serviceable parts within.DCPD Measurement System | 15Safety

IntroductionTopics:•DCPD Measurement System Introduction...18DCPD

DCPD Measurement System IntroductionThe direct current potential drop (DCPD) crack measurement system is paired with an MTS closed-loopservohydraulic

DescriptionLabelItemCable connector to controller DIO.Control7Power switch: I = on, O = off.I/O8Chassis and earth ground connections.Grounds9Standard

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SpecificationsSpecificationParameter100-240VAC, 50-60Hz, 5-2AmpInput voltage5ºC to 40ºC (41ºF to 104ºF)Temperature5% to 85%, non-condensingHumidity200

InstallationTopics:•Installation...

InstallationThis chapter explains how to set up and install the hardware for the DCPD Measurement System and TestController, configure the FlexTest so

Caution:There is dangerous voltage inside the enclosure.Connecting cables with power applied can cause damage to the device.Ensure that the power is t

DescriptionItemActive Specimen14Connection to electrical main power5Electrical and earth grounds6Terminal Block71. Connect the remote current control

6. Connect Channel 2.a) Connect the orange cable to the orange Channel 2 connection on the back of the DCPD MeasurementSystem.b) Attach the other end

c) Connect the shield cable to the signal ground connection on the back of the DCPD MeasurementSystem.d) Connect the other ends of the cables to the t

Note:After making changes to the .hwi file, re-run the system loader.3. Configure Station Builder.a) Open Station Builder.If prompted to enter a passw

1. For Display Units, select "V" for Volts.6. Assign and configure the DUC for DCPD Channel 2.a) In the left navigation pane, go to Auxiliar

If prompted to enter a password, use the appropriate password.The Open Configuration window will open.b) Open the test config. file that was configure

Table of ContentsTechnical SupportHow to Get Technical Support...

Station Builder: Current CommandDigital Outputs OffManual Command- Digital Output On, Reverse Off30 | DCPD Measurement SystemInstallation

Manual Command- Digital Output On, Reverse OnChange Gain in DUCActive and Reference Channel- Typical VoltagesDCPD Measurement System | 31Installation

Digital Output On Reverse OffACT pd and REF pd show measured voltages from the DCPD unit. These are typical starting values.Current Output shown is ha

Foil SpecimenAfter the DCPD Measurement System is installed and the Controller is setup, the foil specimens is usedto verify the DCPD unit is function

The following sequence is a guideline for using the foil specimen in validation system operation. Thesequence assumes the DCPD unit has been connected

OperationTopics:•Operation...

OperationOperation during testing is primarily controlled through software and the Test Controller. Refer to yoursoftware and controller documentation

You should choose settings that provide the best feedback signal for a majority of your signals. It mightbe necessary to use a smaller gain or current

MaintenanceTopics:•Maintenance...

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MaintenanceMaintenance of the DCPD consists of keeping the unit clean and occasionally cleaning the filter.The unit can be wiped off with a clean, dam

TroubleshootingTopics:•Troubleshooting...

TroubleshootingSolutionProblemVerify the power switch is on (I/0 switch on the back panel to I). Verifyany main power circuit breaker is on. Verify th

SolutionProblem3) Verify that the gains in the controller for the appropriate signal arenot zero.4) Verify the continuity of the cable is good, by tes

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Technical SupportHow to Get Technical SupportStart with your manualsThe manuals supplied by MTS provide most of the information you need to use and ma

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PrefaceBefore You BeginSafety first!Before you use your MTS product or system, read and understand the safety information provided withyour system. Im