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AMETEK Reference Temperature Calibrator Modell RTC-156

AMETEK RTC156 is a high-performance temperature calibration device designed for precision calibration of a wide range of temperature sensors. The equipment adopts advanced dual-zone heating technology to ensure the uniformity and stability of the temperature  Reference Temperature Calibratorfield, which is suitable for temperature calibration needs in the laboratory and in the field. The core advantages of RTC156 dry-block furnace are its high precision, fast response and ease of operation, making it the equipment of choice in the field of temperature calibration.
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RTC156 Reference Temperature Calibrator are available in a temperature range of -30 to 155°C, with an accuracy of up to 0.04°C and a stability of 0.005°C. Its dual-zone heating well design ensures temperature consistency, even when calibrating large sensors or multiple sensors, ensuring a uniform temperature field within the casing. In addition, the device is equipped with DLC dynamic load compensation, which is pending technology to further optimize the consistency of the temperature field.

The innovation of the RTC156 dry-block furnace is its intelligent reference probes, which are equipped with smart connectors and a built-in chip that stores information such as calibration data (temperature correction parameters) for a plug-and-play calibration system. The addition of the USB communication interface enables the device to easily connect and exchange data with the computer, supports the rapid download of firmware upgrades, and improves the intelligence level of the device.

In practice, RTC156 Reference Temperature Calibrator meet the stringent requirements for temperature sensor calibration in the pharmaceutical industry, the food industry, biotechnology and other sectors. Especially in the pharmaceutical industry, the device is capable of calibrating hygienic short-stick sensors, which are often used in production processes that require strict cleaning and hygienic conditions.

Key technical parameters:

Temperature range
RTC-156: -30°C bis 155°C
Accuracy (using an external STS reference sensor)
RTC-156 B & C:±0.04 °C
Accuracy (using internal reference sensor)
RTC-156 A, B & C:±0.10 °C
stability
RTC-156:±0.005 °C
Radial uniformity (well-to-well variation)
RTC-156: 0.01 °C
Resolution (user selectable)
All temperatures: 1°, 0.1°, 0.01°, 0.001°
Heating time
RTC-156: -30°C bis 23°C: 4 Minuten, 23°C bis 155°C: 15 Minuten
Cooldown
RTC-156: 155°C bis 100°C: 4 Minuten, 100°C bis 23°C: 8 Minuten, 23°C bis -24°C: 15 Minuten, -24°C bis -30°C: 10 Minuten
Settling time (approx.)
RTC-156: 10 Minuten
Immersion depth
RTC-156: 160 mm
power supply
Voltage: 115V(90-127)/230V(180-254)
Frequency: 50 Hz±5, 60 Hz±5 (US deliveries)
Maximum power consumption: 400 W
Communication Interface:
Serial Data Interface: USB 2.0 device port
LAN: Ethernet MAC 10/100 Base-T (future expansion)
SD card slot (future expansion)
Physical Specifications
Weight and device dimensions (LxWxH):
RTC-156: 10.5kg, 362x171x363mm
Transportation (without carrying case):
RTC-156: 14.8kg, dimensions: 570x235x440mm
Transportation (with optional carrying case):
RTC-156: 20.5kg, size: 650x380x500mm

RTC156 unique advantages of dry-body furnaces

1. Cleanliness: RTC156 dry-body furnace is designed for use in the environment without liquid medium, so it is not easy to pollute the probe, especially suitable for applications with strict requirements for probe cleanliness.
2. Portability: Due to its dry-block furnace design, it RTC156 easy to carry to the site for full-loop calibration, reducing the additional errors caused by the separation loop calibration.
3. Temperature control performance: Dual-zone heating and external reference temperature control technology are adopted to ensure the uniform stability of the temperature field RTC156, so as to achieve accurate temperature control.
4. Safety: Since there is no liquid volatilization, RTC156 not only protects the health of the operator, but also prevents the contamination of the laboratory workspace.
5. High efficiency: Compared with the traditional liquid tank, the temperature rise and fall speed of the RTC156 is fast, which significantly improves the work efficiency.
6. DLC Dynamic Load Compensation Technology: This technology ensures that the temperature field within the casing is uniform even when calibrating large sensors or multiple sensors, especially in the RTC156 Type B and C models.
7. Smart reference probe: The reference probe equipped with RTC156 has a built-in smart chip to save the calibration data, realize a plug-and-play calibration system, and simplify the calibration process.
8. USB communication: RTC156 support to connect with the computer through the USB interface, which is convenient for data transmission and device management.
These advantages make RTC156 Reference Temperature Calibrator an advanced choice in the field of precision temperature calibration, suitable for temperature-sensitive environments requiring high-precision calibration, such as in the pharmaceutical, food and scientific laboratories.
 

The main uses of RTC156 dry-block furnace include but are not limited to the following:

1. Temperature calibration: It can be used to calibrate various temperature sensors, such as thermocouples, resistance temperature detectors (RTDs), etc., to ensure that these sensors provide accurate temperature measurements in industrial applications.
2. Quality control: In the manufacturing and process control industries, the equipment can be used to monitor and verify the temperature control system in the production process to ensure that the product quality meets the specified standards.
3. Scientific research experiments: The field of scientific research often needs to accurately control and measure temperature conditions, RTC156 dry-body furnace can be used as laboratory equipment to help researchers conduct accurate temperature-related experiments.
4. Maintenance and overhaul: When it comes to maintaining and overhauling industrial equipment, precise temperature calibration tools are needed to check and adjust the temperature performance of the equipment, RTC156 dry-body furnaces play an important role in this.
Environmental Simulation: In some cases, RTC156 dry-body furnaces can simulate specific ambient temperature conditions and are used to test the performance and reliability of equipment at extreme temperatures.
 

The core points of the equipment series

1. High Precision Temperature Calibrator:
The JOFRA RTC series offers an accuracy of up to ±0.04°C, achieved by an external reference sensor and 4-wire technology (true ohmic measurement).
The temperature range is wide, with the RTC-156 model covering -30°C to 155°C and the RTC-157 model covering -45°C to 155°C.
2. Unique dual-zone heating technology:
Active dual-zone heating technology ensures good temperature uniformity in the calibration area.
The patent-pending Dynamic Load Compensation (DLC) system improves temperature uniformity and maintains even when multiple large sensors are calibrated at the same time.
3. Smart Reference Sensor:
The JOFRA reference sensor is equipped with a smart plug with built-in calibration data (coefficients) for a plug-and-play calibration system.
USB communication interface for easy data transmission and communication.
4. Fast heating and cooling time:
Compared to existing calibrators, the new RTC calibrators reduce heating and cooling times by 20%, increasing productivity and reducing overall calibration costs.
5. Comply with EURAMET standards:
Calibrated and tested according to the globally recognized "EURAMET/cg-13/v.01 Dry Block Calibration and Test Guidelines", the RTC series is rated as the best dry block calibrator on the market.
6. Versatility and User-friendliness:
Large 5.7-inch VGA color display for easy reading provides a clear overview of the current status.
Intuitive quick and user-friendly navigation menus.
Lightweight design for easy transport (also suitable for field use).
7. Future Scalability:
The RTC calibrator is equipped with a USB 2.0 device port, a LAN, an SD card slot, and a USB host port, opening up the possibility of future expansion.
Optional Accessories & Customization Services:
A wide range of optional accessories are available, such as dedicated carrying cases, sensor fixtures, and more.
Calibrator configurations can be customized to meet customer needs, including power supply options, calibration certificate types, and more.
 
AMETEK Reference Temperature Calibrator RTC156 demonstrate leadership in temperature calibration with their superior specifications and innovative features. Its high-precision and stable calibration capabilities, as well as its responsive and user-friendly interface, make it an indispensable precision calibration tool for scientific and industrial applications. With the continuous advancement of technology and the growth of market demand, RTC156 Reference Temperature Calibrator are expected to play a more important role in the field of temperature calibration in the future.
The article is from the Temperature Calibrator.