PIE 830 Process Calibrator Loop Diagnostics • Transmitter Supply mA • V • pH •TC • Ω • RTD • Freq • Pressure Operating Instructions Practical Instrument Electronics 82 East Main Street Suite 3.14 • Webster, NY 14580 USA Tel: 585.872.9350 • Fax: 585.872.2638 • sales@piecal.com • www.piecal.
Contents General Operations Accessories.............................................................................. 3 Carrying Case, Boot & Changing Batteries............................. 4 Storing EZ-CHECK Outputs & Connections............................ 5 Basic Operation Switches & Knobs................................................................ 6, 7 MAIN Menus - Functions, Units & Ranges.......................... 8, 9 FEATURE Menu - Stepping & Ramping / Auto Off................
General Information Get more tools in a smaller calibrator Carry eight single function calibrators plus a milliamp calibrator with loop supply plus a loop troubleshooter in the palm of your hand! Milliamp • Voltage • Frequency • pH • Ohms Thermocouples • RTDs • Pressure Loop Diagnostics • Transmitter Supply 1 2 3 4 5 Detect ‘hidden’ loop problems Quickly diagnose troublesome ground faults & current leakage with patented Loop Diagnostic technology.
The PIE Model 830 is more than a multifunction calibrator. It is also a loop detective that is able to diagnose common problems that other test equipment just can’t find. Have a flooded junction box or unknown ground faults? Our Loop Diagnostic technology will detect it. Or use the LoopScope to see at a glance all the parameters - milliamps, voltage and resistance - in the loop. Stop throwing away perfectly good transmitters only to find the problem is somewhere else in the loop.
Accessories INCLUDED: Four “AA” Alkaline batteries, Certificate of Calibration Evolution Hands Free Carrying Case Part No. 020-0211 Blue Rubber Boot Part No. 020-0213 Test Leads - one pair with banana plug & alligator clips Part No. 020-0207 Evolution RTD Wire Kit 2 Red & 2 Black Leads with Banana Plugs & Spade Lugs Part No. 020-0208 OPTIONAL: Ni-MH 1 Hour Charger with 4 Ni-MH AA Part No.
Operating Instructions FIELD & BENCH USE PIE 830 comes with a carrying case designed for hands-free operation and a rubber boot with a built-in tilt stand. The PIE 830 is held in the case by elastic straps for use with the carrying case open. The tilt stand is easily raised by pulling the stand until it locks into place. CHANGING BATTERIES Low battery is indicated by a battery symbol on the display. Approximately one to four hours of typical operation remain before the PIE 830 will automatically turn off.
Operating Instructions STORING HI and LO EZ-CHECK Source Outputs Speed up your calibration by storing Span & Zero output setting for instant recall with the EZ-CHECK switch. 1) Store your high (SPAN) output temperature by moving the EZ-CHECK switch to the HI position and turning the EZ-Dial knob until the desired output value is on the display. Press and hold the EZ-Dial knob until STORED appears to store the value. Release the EZ-Dial knob.
Operating Instructions Basic Operation 5 + - 6 PWRM 18.300 mA 830.0 °C TYPE K SOURCE HI MAX SET LO READ MIN READ q EZ-CHECK™ SWITCH SOURCE: Instantly output two preset settings by moving the EZ-CHECK™ switch to the “LO” position or “HI” position. For fast three point checks select the “SET” position. The PIE 830 will remember the last “SET” value, even with the power off. These values can easily be changed to suit the calibration requirements.
Operating Instructions Basic Operation w SOURCE/OFF/READ Switch Select “SOURCE” to output mA, V, pH, T/C, Ω, RTD or frequency. Select “READ” to read mA, V, T/C, Ω, RTD, pressure or frequency. Select “OFF” to turn off the 830. e EZ-DIAL™ KNOB SOURCE: Turn the knob to adjust the output level. Turn clockwise to increase the output, counter clockwise to decrease the output in one least significant digit step at a time. Push down and turn the EZ-DIAL knob for faster dialing.
Operating Instructions Double Click Menus - MAIN Page Double click the EZ-DIAL knob to access the Double Click Menus. Shown are the MAIN menus for each function. Turn the knob to scroll thru the menus and press the knob to select. Available choices are shown in grey.
Operating Instructions Double Click Menus - MAIN Page Source & Read Thermocouples > EXIT FUNCTION UNITS T/C TYPE COLD JUNC T/C °C °F J K ET R S B N L U G C D P ON OFF Source RTD > EXIT FUNCTION RTD UNITS °C °F RTD Pt 100 a=3850 [*RTD Types - See Read RTD] Read RTD > EXIT FUNCTION RTD UNITS °C °F RTD Pt 100 a=3850, a=3902, a=3916, a=3926 Pt 1000 a=3850; Cu 10 a=4274, Cu 50 a=4280 Ni 120 a=6720, Ni 110 a=5801 Read Ohms Source Ohms >EXIT FUNCTION OHMS RANGE 400Ω 4000Ω
Operating Instructions Double Click Menu - FEATURES To change the Automatic Stepping settings Double click the e DIAL KNOB at any time the unit is on and the following typical display (will be different for each FUNCTION) will appear for 15 seconds: MAIN > EXIT (1/2) FUNCTION mA MODE SOURCE UNITS mA HART 250Ω ON Turn the e DIAL KNOB to move to the second, third or fourth menu page so the word FEATURES appears at the top of the menu.
Operating Instructions Double Click Menu - FEATURES STEPS/RAMP - pressing the knob will cycle through 2, 3, 5, 11 and RAMP. The endpoints of the steps or ramp are based on the values stored in the HI and LO EZ-CHECK outputs. 2 steps will automatically switch between the values stored in the HI & LO EZ-CHECK (0 & 100%). 3 steps between the HI, Midpoint and LO EZ-CHECK (0, 50 & 100%). 5 steps between the HI and LO EZ-CHECK in 25% increments (0, 25, 50, 75 & 100%).
Operating Instructions Calibrate a 2-Wire Transmitter by sourcing the input while monitoring the output. Works with SOURCE pH, T/C, DC V, OHMS, RTD, FREQ and READ PRESSURE. Move the power switch w to READ and Double click the e DIAL KNOB and the MAIN menu for the function in use will appear for 15 seconds: MAIN > EXIT FUNCTION UNITS T/C TYPE COLD JUNC T/C °C K ON Turn the e DIAL KNOB to move to the second (or third) menu page so the word mA DISPLAY appears at the top of the menu.
Operating Instructions MODE - pressing the knob will cycle through READ, PWRM, READ% ,PWRM% and OFF. READ turns on the mA display and indicates current passing through the loop proportional to the input of the transmitter which is controlled by the output of the 830. Choose READ% if your would like the mA display in percent of 4-20 milliamps.
Universal Isolated Transmitter Swap out a transmitter to diagnose control issues. The 830 acts as an isolated universal T/C, mV, OHMS, RTD, FREQ and PRESSURE transmitter. Choose this function to temporarily replace a transmitter when you suspect the transmitter is faulty or to diagnose the parameters of the loop. Move the power switch w to READ and Double click the e DIAL KNOB and the MAIN menu for the function in use will appear.
XXX XMTR > EXIT MODE BURNOUT LOOPSCOPE OFF LINEAR NONLINEAR SQ ROOT DOWN UP OFF ON MODE - pressing the knob will cycle through OFF, LINEAR, NONLINEAR. When setup to read pressure SQ ROOT replaces NONLINEAR. LINEAR turns on the mA display and regulates the loop current linear with the input signal. For thermocouples & RTDs this is linear relative to the temperature between zero and span of the sensor input.
Setting up the 830 as a transmitter Configure your 830 to the same Span (URV) and Zero (LRV) by storing Span & Zero setting with the q EZ-CHECK switch. 1) Store your SPAN input by moving the q EZ-CHECK switch to the MAX position and turning the e EZ-Dial knob until the desired output value is on the display. Press and hold the EZ-Dial knob until STORED appears to store the value. Release the EZ-Dial knob.
Connecting the 830 in place of a transmitter Connect the PIE 830 in place of the transmitter. The 4-20 mA loop connects to the mA jacks of the 830 and the sensor (or pressure module) connects to the other jacks of the 830. Powers External 2-Wire Transmitter To 4-20 mA Loop To Sensor Receiver 5+ -6 12.000mA 27.4 V 830 Ω 500.
2 Wire SIM mA, 2 Wire SIM % (Percent of 4 to 20 mA) Choose this function to simulate a 2 Wire Transmitter output from 0.000 to 24.000 milliamps. Operates in loops with power supply voltages from 2 to 60 VDC. Move the power switch w to SOURCE then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select mA for the FUNCTION and 2W SIM for the MODE.
2 Wire SIM mA, 2 Wire SIM % (Percent of 4 to 20 mA) Connect the output leads of the PIE 830 to the inputs of the device being calibrated, making sure to check polarity. Red lead to the plus (+) input and black lead to the minus (-) input. Instantly output your SPAN and ZERO output settings by moving the EZ-CHECK switch between HI and LO (defaults to 20 & 4 mA). You may also select any third output setting (such as mid-range) using the SET position on the EZ-CHECK switch. The output is adjusted in 0.
mA SOURCE/ % SOURCE (Percent of 4 to 20 mA) Choose this function to provide an output from 0.000 to 24.000 milliamps. The compliance voltage is a nominal 24 VDC to provide the driving power to your milliamp receivers. Move the power switch w to SOURCE then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select mA for the FUNCTION and SOURCE for the MODE.
READ mA, READ % (Percent of 4 to 20 mA) Choose this function to measure from 0.000 to 24.000 milliamps or -25.00 to 125.00%. Move the power switch w to READ then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob e to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select mA for the FUNCTION and READ for the MODE. Choose either mA or % and whether you need the 250Ω HART resistor active in the loop.
Power/Measure mA, Power/Measure % (Percent of 4 to 20 mA) Choose this function to simultaneously supply power to a 2 Wire Transmitter while displaying the 4.000 to 20.000 mA output of the transmitter. Move the power switch w to READ then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob e to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select mA for the FUNCTION and PWR MEAS for the MODE.
Using Ground Leak Detection mA OUT, % OUT (Percent of 4 to 20 mA) Find current leaks in loops caused by ground faults, moisture or corrosion. The 830 simultaneously supplies power to a 2 Wire Transmitter (or loop with a transmitter) while displaying the 4 to 20 mA output and the amount of current leaking in the loop. 1) Move the power switch w to READ then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob e to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection.
Using Ground Leak Detection 12.280 PROCESS INDICATOR 5 + - 6 PWRM LEAK 00.28 mA 12.280mA + IN - Transmitter Input Sensor Process Signal Simulated Input REF +OUT- Typical 2-Wire Transmitter Typical Error Conditions PWRM LEAK PWRM LEAK 00.28 mA 12.280 mA OVER RANGE mA The PIE 830 is supplying the loop voltage. A calibrated transmitter is limiting the loop current to 12.00 mA. An additional 0.28 mA is not controlled by the transmitter and is leaking somewhere in the loop.
mV/V SOURCE Choose this function to provide an output from -20.000 to 99.999 mV, -500.00 TO 999.99 mV or from 0.000 to 10.250 V. The source current is a nominal 20 mA to provide the driving power to your voltage receivers. Move the power switch w to SOURCE then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select V for the FUNCTION and 1 V, 10V or 100 mV for the RANGE.
Read mV/V Choose this function to measure from -99.999 to 99.999 millivolts, -999.99 to +999.99 mV, 0.000 to 10.250 V dc or 0.00 to 60.00 V dc. Move the power switch w to READ then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select V for the FUNCTION and 1V, 10V, 60V or 100 mV for the RANGE.
pH SOURCE Choose this function to provide an output from 0.000 to 14.000 pH @ 25°C (77°F) which corresponds to 414.12 to -414.12 mV. The source current is a nominal 20 mA to provide the driving power to your pH receivers. Move the power switch w to SOURCE then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select pH for the FUNCTION.
Simulate pH probes into transmitters & analyzers Use the pH simulator to verify proper operation of pH devices before you place a probe into a calibrated buffer. Adjusting the pH transmitter or analyzer without a probe allows you to make sure the device is calibrated and operating correctly. The 830 simulates 0.000 to 14.000 pH @ 25°C corresponding to 414.12 to -414.12 mV.
Thermocouple Source Choose this function to provide a simulated thermocouple signal into controllers, temperature transmitters, indicators or any input devices that measure thermocouple sensors. Move the power switch w to SOURCE then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection.
Read Thermocouple Sensors Choose this function to measure temperatures with a thermocouple probe, sensor or any device that output a thermocouple signal. Move the power switch w to READ then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection.
Resistance Source Choose this function to provide a simulated resistance into any device that measures resistance. Move the power switch w to SOURCE then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select OHMS for the FUNCTION, 400Ω or 4000Ω for the RANGE. Disconnect all sensor wires from the devices to be calibrated and connect the PIE 830 to the inputs of the device using 2, 3 or 4 wires.
Read Resistance & Check Continuity Choose this function to measure resistance or check continuity. Move the power switch w to READ then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Double Click Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select OHMS for the FUNCTION, 400Ω, 4000Ω or Continuity for the RANGE. Connect the PIE 830 to the resistor or sensor using 2, 3 or 4 wires.
RTD Source Choose this function to provide a simulated RTD signal into controllers, temperature transmitters, indicators or any input devices that measure RTD sensors. Move the power switch w to SOURCE then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select RTD for the FUNCTION, °F or °C for the UNITS and RTD (Choose from one of Platinum 100Ω, or 1000Ω, Copper 10Ω or 50Ω, Nickel 120Ω or 110Ω curves).
Read RTD Sensors Choose this function to measure temperatures with an RTD probe, sensor or any device that output an RTD signal. Move the power switch w to READ then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select RTD for the FUNCTION, °F or °C for the UNITS and RTD (Choose from one of Platinum 100Ω, or 1000Ω, Copper 10Ω or 50Ω, Nickel 120Ω or 110Ω curves). Note: Pt 100Ω 3850 is the most common RTD type.
Frequency Source Choose this function to provide a frequency signal into any input devices that measure frequency. Move the power switch w to SOURCE then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select FREQ for the FUNCTION and 20KHZ, 10000HZ, 1000HZ or 2000CPM for the RANGE. Disconnect all input wires from the devices to be calibrated and connect the PIE 830 to the input of the device matching polarity.
Read Frequency Choose this function to count frequency. Move the power switch w to READ then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select FREQ for the FUNCTION and 20KHZ, 10000HZ, 1000HZ or 2000CPM for the RANGE. Disconnect all input wires from the devices to be calibrated and connect the PIE 830 to the output of the device matching polarity. The green HZ SYNC LED pulses in synch with the input frequency.
Read Pressure Choose this function to measure pressure in one of 32 different engineering units using a PIE Pressure Module. 1) Move the power switch w to READ then Double Click the EZ-DIAL knob to get into the Menu. Turn the knob to scroll through the settings and press the knob to make your selection. Select PRESSURE for the FUNCTION and make your choice of UNITS to match the pressure instrument to be checked.
PIE 830 with Pressure Module, Pressure/Vacuum Pump & Hose Hands free carrying case with pockets for the PIE 830 and the pressure module. Back of the case has a zippered pocket for the manual, test leads, hoses and pressure fittings.
Optional Pressure Modules Sensor Code Application DNxxxx Differential, Non-isolated 0 to 0010*, 0028, 0200, 0415, 2000” H2O DIxxxx Differential, Isolated 0 to 0001, 0005, 0015, 0030, 0100, 0300, 0500 PSID GIxxxx Gauge, Isolated 0 to 0015, 0030, 0050, 0100, 0300, 0500, 1000, 3000 PSIG CIxxxx Compound, Isolated -14.
Specifications General Operating Temp Range -20 to 60 °C (-5 to 140 °F) Storage Temp Range -30 to 60 °C (-22 to 140 °F) Temperature effect ≤ ± 0.
Specifications Read mA Ranges and Resolution 0.000 to 24.000 mA or -25.00 to 125.00% of 4-20 mA Accuracy ≤ ± (0.02 % of Reading + 0.003 mA) Voltage burden ≤ 2V at 24 mA Overload/Current limit protection 25 mA nominal Source mA / Power & Measure Two Wire Transmitters Ranges and Resolution Same as Read mA Accuracy ≤ ± (0.02 % of Reading + 0.003 mA) Loop compliance voltage ≥ 24 DCV @ 20.
Specifications Source V dc Ranges and Resolution -20.000 to 99.999 mV, -500.00 to 999.99 mV, 0.000 to 10.250V Accuracy ≤ ± (0.02 % of Reading + 0.01% Full Scale) Source Current ≥ 20 mA Sink Current > 16 mA Output Impedance < 1 Ohm Short Circuit Duration Infinite pH Source Range and Resolution -414.00 to +414.00 pH Accuracy in mV ≤ ± (0.02 % of Reading in mV + 0.1 mV) Accuracy in pH ≤ ± 0.003 pH @ 25°C Thermocouple Source Accuracy ≤ ± (0.02 % of Reading + 0.
Specifications RTD, OHMS and Continuity Read Resistance Ranges 0.00 to 401.00, 0.0 to 4010.0 Ohms Accuracy ±(0.025% of Reading + 0.075 Ohms) Excitation Current 1.0 mA to 401 Ohms, 0.5 mA to 4010 Ohms (nominal) Continuity 0.0 to 401.0 Ohms; Beeps from 0.0 to 100.0 Ohms RTD and OHMS Source 3 Wire & 4 Wire Accuracy From 1 to 10.2 mA External Excitation Current Below 1 mA of External Excitation Current ±(0.025% of Full Scale + 0.075 Ohms) ±(0.025% of Full Scale+0.075 Ohms + 0.
Specifications Frequency Source Ranges 1 to 2000 CPM, 0.01 to 999.99 Hz, 0.1 to 9999.9 Hz, 0.001 to 20.000 kHz Accuracy ± (0.02 % of Reading + 0.01% Full Scale) Output Waveform Square Wave, Zero Crossing -1.
Thermocouple Ranges & Accuracies Based on ≤ ± (0.02 % of Reading + 0.01 mV) T/C Degrees C Range °C Degrees F Range °F J -200.0 to -50.0 ±0.5° -328.0 to -58.0 ±1.0° K T E R -50.0 to 300.0 ±0.2° -58.0 to 572.0 ±0.4° 300.0 to 900.0 ±0.3° 572.0 to 1652.0 ±0.6° 900.0 to 1200.0 ±0.4° 1652.0 to 2192.0 ±0.8° -230.0 to -50.0 ±1.2° -382.0 to -58.0 ±2.2° -50.0 to 550.0 ±0.3° -58.0 to 1022.0 ±0.6° 550.0 to 1000.0 ±0.5° 1022.0 to 1832.0 ±0.8° 1000.0 to 1371.1 ±0.6° 1832.
Thermocouple Ranges & Accuracies Based on ≤ ± (0.02 % of Reading + 0.01 mV) T/C Degrees C Range °C Degrees F Range °F S -18.3 to 100.0 ±2.0° -1.0 to 212.0 ±3.7° 100.0 to 350.0 ±1.4° 212.0 to 662.0 ±2.5° 350.0 to 1600.0 ±1.1° 662.0 to 2912.0 ±2.0° 1600.0 to 1767.8 ±1.3° 2912.0 to 3214.0 ±2.4° 315.6 to 600.0 ±3.2° 600.0 to 1122.0 ±5.7° 600.0 to 850.0 ±1.7° 1122.0 to 1562.0 ±3.1° B N G (W) C (W5) 850.0 to 1100.0 ±1.3° 1562.0 to 2012.0 ±2.4° 1100.0 to 1820.0 ±1.1° 2012.
Thermocouple Ranges & Accuracies Based on ≤ ± (0.02 % of Reading + 0.01 mV) T/C Degrees C Range °C Degrees F Range °F D -1.1 to 150.0 ±1.0° 30.1 to 302.0 ±1.8° P 150.0 to 1100.0 ±0.7° 302.0 to 2012.0 ±1.3° 1100.0 to 1750.0 ±1.0° 2012.0 to 3182.0 ±1.8° 1750.0 to 2320.0 ±2.0° 3182.0 to 4208.0 ±3.6° 0.0 to 600.0 ±0.3° 32.0 to 1112.0 ±0.6° 600.0 to 900.0 ±0.4° 1112.0 to 1652.0 ±0.8° 900.0 to 1200.0 ±0.6° 1652.0 to 2192.0 ±1.1° 1200.0 to 1395.0 ±0.7° 2192.0 to 2543.0 ±1.
RTD Ranges & Accuracies RTD Accuracy Based on ±(0.025% of Reading in Ohms + 0.075 Ohms) RTD Type Degrees C Range °C Degrees F Range °F Pt 100 Ohm DIN/IEC/JIS 1989 1.3850 (ITS-90) -200.0 to 0.0 0.0 to 340.0 340.0 to 640.0 640.0 to 850.0 ±0.2° ±0.3° ±0.4° ±0.5° -328.0 to 32.0 248.0 to 644.0 644.0 to 1184.0 1184.0 to 1562.0 ±0.4° ±0.6° ±0.8° ±1.0° Pt 100 Ohm (Burns) 1.3902 -200.0 to 10.0 10.0 to 350.0 350.0 to 650.0 650.0 to 850.0 ±0.2° ±0.3° ±0.4° ±0.5° -328.0 to 50.0 50.0 to 662.0 662.
Standard Warranty Our equipment is warranted against defective material and workmanship (excluding batteries) for a period of three years from the date of shipment. Claims under warranty can be made by returning the equipment prepaid to our factory. The equipment will be repaired, replaced or adjusted at our option. The liability of Practical Instrument Electronics (PIE) is restricted to that given under our warranty.
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