User Manual
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Introduction
Please read the manual completely before using the Fast Temperature Controller.
The column controlled by the FTC will be heated very rapidly
to a very high temperature (450°C). Do not touch the column at
any time the FTC is on. Do not handle the column unless the
FTC has been turned off for at least 15 minutes, and then use
caution.
General Description
The VICI Fast Temperature Controller (FTC) is designed for precision temperature
programming of a low mass nickel-clad or nickel-wire column. The nickel serves as both
the heating element and the temperature sensor. This reduces the mass of the column
and enables the use of a safe, low voltage to heat the column. Eight programmable states
can be set for Temperature, Ramp Rate, and Duration. A small fan is used to cool the
column to the starting temperature. (Fan ordered separately.)
Serial communication is accomplished via a terminal emulation or communication software
(such as HyperTerminal
®
, included with Windows
®
) running on a PC-compatible computer.
Parts Included
The Fast Temperature Controller system includes the following:
Description Product number
• FTC I-25223-1
• Powersupply,48VDC I-25264
• Powercord,110VAC I-W-17600
• Columnharness I-25251-2
• Fanharness I-25345
• USBcable 30-001-06B
Columns and fans sold separately.
Figure 1: Rear panel of Fast Temperature Controller