Ateq Erd520
Ateq Erd520
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ATEQ ERD 520 MANUAL UPDATES
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General precautions
• Read the user manual before using the instrument,
• all electrical connections to the instrument must be equipped with a safety
system (fuse, circuit breaker…) appropriate to its needs and complying with the
standards,
• cut the air supply for any kinds of operation on the pneumatic assembly,
We would like to bring to your attention that ATEQ will not be held responsible
for any accident connected to the improper use of the instrument, to the work
bench or to the lack of compliance with safety rules.
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ATEQ, THE ASSURANCE OF A COMPETENT AFTER SALES
SERVICE
THE ATEQ AFTER SALES SERVICE IS :
• a team of qualified technicians,
• a permanent telephone assistance,
• agencies close to you for faster reaction,
• a stock of spare parts available immediately,
• a car fleet for rapid intervention,
• a commitment to quality ...
THE OVERHAUL
ATEQ carries out the overhaul of your instruments at interesting prices.
The overhaul corresponds to the maintenance of the instrument (checking, cleaning, replacing of used
parts) as part of preventive maintenance.
Preventive maintenance is the best way to guarantee reliability and efficiency. It allows the
maintenance of a group of instruments in good operational order and prevent eventual break-downs.
MAINTENANCE KITS
The ATEQ After Sales Service proposes, two kits destined for the preventive maintenance of the
pneumatic circuits of instruments.
CALIBRATION
This may be carried out on site or in our offices.
ATEQ is attached to the COFRAC and delivers a certificate following a calibration.
TRAINING COURSES
In the framework of partnership with our customers, ATEQ offers two types of training in order to
optimise the usage and knowledge of our instruments. They are aimed at different levels of technician:
• method / control training,
• maintenance / upkeep training.
A TARGETED TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION
A number of technical documents are at your disposal to allow you to intervene rapidly in the event
minor breakdowns:
• problem sheets describing and offering solutions to the main pneumatic and electronic
problems,
• several maintenance manuals.
A QUALITY GUARANTEE
The instruments are guaranteed for parts and labour in our offices:
• 2 years for leak detection equipment,
• 1 year for electrical tests to norms instruments,
• 1 year for the accessories.
Our After Sales Service is capable of rapidly answering all your needs and queries.
ATEQ recommends
to made realise by its departments
a revision and a calibration of the instruments
every year
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PREFACE
Dear Customer,
You have just purchased an ATEQ instrument, we thank you for the trust you have
placed on our brand. This instrument has been designed to ensure a long and
unparalleled life expectancy, and we are convinced that it will give you complete
satisfaction during many long years of operation.
In order to maximise the life expectancy and reliability of your ATEQ instrument, we
recommend that you install this instrument on a secured workbench and advise you to
consult this manual in order to familiarise yourself with the functions and capabilities of
the instrument.
Our ATEQ After Sales Service centre can give you recommendations based on your
specific operation requirements.
ATEQ
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Table of contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREAMBLE 5
1. DEFINITION .........................................................................................................................................5
2. CHARACTERISTCS OF THE MEASUREMENT ................................................................................6
2.1. Pressure drop measurement........................................................................................................6
2.2. Test pressure measurement ........................................................................................................6
2.3. Mechanical pressure regulation ...................................................................................................6
3. THE OPERATION PRINCIPLE............................................................................................................7
3.1. Direct measurement.....................................................................................................................7
3.2. Indirect measurement ..................................................................................................................7
3.3. Test cycle .....................................................................................................................................8
4. PRESENTATION OF THE SYMBOLS ................................................................................................9
Chapter 5 ACCESSORIES
1. ACCESSORIES DELIVERED WITH THE INSTRUMENT ................................................................67
1.1. Power supply..............................................................................................................................67
2. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES..............................................................................................................68
2.1. Flow master leaks ......................................................................................................................68
2.2. Needle valve and leak flow calibrator ........................................................................................69
2.2.1. Needle valve................................................................................................................................... 69
2.2.2. CDF (Leak/Flow Calibrator) ............................................................................................................ 69
2.3. Automatic connectors with expandable joints ............................................................................70
2.3.1. Operation........................................................................................................................................ 70
2.3.2. Standard dimensions ...................................................................................................................... 70
2.4. Filtration kit .................................................................................................................................70
2.5. Remote controls .........................................................................................................................71
2.5.1. Reset/Start casing .......................................................................................................................... 71
2.5.2. 4 functions S5 remote control ......................................................................................................... 71
2.6. Remote front panel RC5 ............................................................................................................72
2.6.1. Presentation ................................................................................................................................... 72
2.6.2. Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 73
2.6.3. Start-up........................................................................................................................................... 73
2.7. Intelligent remote control............................................................................................................74
2.7.1. Presentation of the remote control.................................................................................................. 74
2.7.2. Programmable keys........................................................................................................................ 74
2.7.3. Programmable cycles ..................................................................................................................... 74
2.7.4. Indicators ........................................................................................................................................ 75
2.7.5. Fixed function keys ......................................................................................................................... 75
2.7.6. Installation of the remote control on the RC5.................................................................................. 75
Index 87
PREAMBLE
1. DEFINITION
The ATEQ ERD 520 is an electronic pressure regulator destined for assembly line
control on subassemblies for which a flow or an electrical contact event is required
when the pressure increases.
The ATEQ ERD 520 can generate gradual pressure rises, steady levels of pressure and
gradual decreases in pressure as well as chain several test cycles one after the other
following pre-programmed conditions.
The instrument principle is based on the servo-control of a pressure regulator.
MAXIMUM
RANGE L/H ACCURACY
RESOLUTION L/H
5 +/- (3% of the flow + 0,01 l/h) 0,001
30 +/- (3% of the flow + 0,06 l/h) 0,01
150 +/- (3% of the flow + 0,30 l/h) 0,1
500 +/- (3% of the flow + 1 l/h) 0,1
1500 +/- (3% of the flow + 3 l/h) 1
(20° / 1013 hPa)
MAXIMUM
RANGE ACCURACY
RESOLUTION
PE = 7.5 kPa
+/- (1,5% of the pressure + 0,2 hPa)
(PE < 75 mbar)
PE < 30 kPa
+/- (1,5% of the pressure + 1 hPa)
(PE < 0,3 bar)
30 kPa ≤ PE ≤ 100 kPa
+/- (1,5% of the pressure + 3 hPa)
(0,3 bar ≤ PE ≤ 1 bar)
0,1 % PE
100 kPa < PE ≤ 500 kPa
+/- (1,5% of the pressure + 7.5 hPa)
(1 bar < PE ≤ 5 bar)
500 kPa < PE ≤ 1 MPa
+/- (1,5% of the pressure + 15 hPa)
(5 bar < PE ≤ 10 bar)
1 MPa < PE ≤ 2 MPa
+/- (1,5% of the pressure + 30 hPa)
(10 bar < PE ≤ 20 bar)
- 80 kPa to - 2 kPa / 1 kPa to 10 kPa / 10 kPa to 100 kPa / 20 kPa to 200 kPa / 50 kPa
to 500 kPa / 100 kPa to 9000 kPa / 0.2 to 1.6 MPa.
There exists two measurement principles, the direct measurement and the indirect
measurement. The configuration is determined by the application, and must be set
using the instrument controls.
The direct measurement consists of positioning the part to be controlled behind the
pneumatic circuit of the instrument thus releasing the flow to the atmosphere.
PIEZO
SENSOR
NETWORK
PRESSURE
TEST
CAPILARY PART
ATM
ELECTRONIC
PRESSURE
REGULATOR
DIFFERENTIAL
SENSOR
The indirect measurement consists of inserting the part to be controlled before the flow
measurement capillary which then releases the flow into the atmosphere.
PIEZZO
SENSOR
NETWORK
PRESSURE
TEST ATM
PART CAPILLARY
ELECTRONIC
PRESSURE
REGULATOR
DIFFERENTIAL
SENSOR
1) The rise (Pressure UP) time: allows the gradual pressurisation of the test part. An
event control can be carried out during the pressure rise (from start pressure to step
pressure).
2) The step time: allows the measurement of flow with a constant pressure.
3) The drop (Pressure DOWN) time: progressively returns the test part to
atmospheric pressure. An event control can be carried out during the pressure fall.
PRESSURE
Max Step
Step Pressure
Pressure
of the air supply from the 6 bar network.
supply
Ground
Connector for the electric plugging to the ground.
connector
Remote
Connector for a remote control.
control
Bar code
Connector for bar code reader plugging.
reader
Analogue
Analogue output.
output
Analogue
Analogue input for the temperature sensor.
input
Chapter 1
INSTALLATION OF THE INSTRUMENT
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The ATEQ ERD 520 is presented in a painted and formed metal case which rests on
four feet. The upper cover is linked to the structure with 2 screws.
The format of the case has been reduced to allow easy insertion of the instrument.
The instrument is delivered with an external 24 V DC power supply.
NET
J1
(DIR.)
TEST
CE J3
I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I (Output) :
► O1 O2 O3 ►O4 O5 O6 T1 T2 T3 T4 S1 S2 S3 S4 100 mA
24 V === 24 V ===
J2
24 V ===
(IND.) 2A
I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I (Output) :
► I1 I2 I3 ► I4 I5 I6 I7 ►O1 O2 O3 O4 O5 ► 200 mA J4
24 V === 24 V === C 0V
SERVICE
PIN
M1 J5
RS485
M2 P CONTACT ENTREE/IN
J6
T° RS485
!
SORTIE/OUT
TEST J7
(DIR.)
RS232/485
ATM
(IND.) J8
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The ATEQ ERD 520 operates under a power of 24V DC (transformer supplied) :
2.2.1. 1) J1 Connector (Output codes / analogue outputs /
temperature sensors)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
2.2.1. 2) J2 Connector
Customer
I1 (Reset) 1
16 programs
input board
I2 (Start) 3
24 V DC 0,3 A max 4
I3 (Pr 1 + 1) 5
I4 (Pr 2 + 1) 6 ATEQ
24 V DC
I5 (Pr 4 + 1) 7 0,3 A max
internal supply
I6 (Pr 8 + 1) 8
I7 (Programmable input) 9
Com.
10
Good part output O1 0,2 A max
11
Load 24 V DC
Customer
Fail part on the external
O2
rise output 12 supply
Alarm
14 O4
Option
Note: The 24V power supply must be provided by the internal power supply of the
ATEQ instrument (0,3A maximum) OR through an external power supply provided by
the customer.
2.2.1. 7) J4 connector
Allows the connection of the power supply.
The power supply must be of 24V DC.
The instrument can have its power supplied directly on the
relay board J3 connector on one of the 24 V DC pins.
4 3
PIN 1 Network
PIN 2 Power supply + 24V
PIN 3 Network
PIN 4 Ground 0V
+ 5 V DC
1
ERD
2 TEST
Pull up
Info
3
4
DRY
Ground 5 CONTACT
25
a) Direct measurement
(DIR.)
TEST
(IND.)
CE
internal Capillary
M1
M2
Measure output
TEST !
(DIR.)
ATM
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b) Indirect Measurement
(DIR.)
TEST
CE
(IND.)
internal Capillary
Measure input
M1
M2
Measure output
TEST !
(DIR.)
ATM
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The air supply must absolutely be clean and dry. The presence of dusts, oil or
impurities, causes a risk of improper operation of the instrument despite the filter
supplied.
When the instrument operates in vacuum the entry of debris into the instrument must be
avoided. For this purpose it is highly recommended that an appropriate leak proof filter
is fitted between the test part and the instrument. This filter can be supplied by ATEQ.
The presence of impurities, oil or humidity in the air may cause a deterioration for
which the guarantee will not be valid.
According to the ISO 8573-1 norm concerning the quality levels of compressed
air for measurement instruments in industrial environments:
ATEQ recommends:
• Grain size and concentration CLASS 1 (0,1 µm and 0,1 mg/m3)
• Dew point under pressure CLASS 2 (- 40° of dew)
• Maximal concentration in oil CLASS 1 (0,01 mg/m3)
ATEQ recommends the installation:
• Of an air drier allowing the obtaining of a dry air with a dew point at less than -
40°,
• Of a 25 microns and 1/100 of a micron double filter.
Optimisation of the operation:
The air supply pressure must be between 400 kPa and 800 kPa (4 and 8 bar) to ensure
a perfect operation of the pneumatic distributors.
With the electronic regulator, it is necessary that the input pressure of the
regulator be superior by at least 10 % of the full scale of the electronic regulator.
Chapter 2
OPERATOR INTERFACES
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Cycle
Navigation keys
keys
KEY FUNCTION
Not used
Not used
ENTER key
Enter the
Parameter edition menu
Validation of a parameter
« C » for CANCEL
C Return to the previous menu or function
Escape a parameter without modifying it
KEY FUNCTION
START key
Launching a measurement cycle
3. KEY LOCK
POSITION FUNCTION
LOCK position.
The access to the adjustable parameters is
not possible.
ACCESS position.
Access to the adjustable parameters.
4. INFRA-RED INTERFACE
Not used.
Stand-by
(intermittent flashing)
Note: The rise and drop errors have priority over the step error.
Chapter 3
STARTUP AND ADJUSTMENTS
ATEQ ERD5
- Displays the version and Version XX.XXi
the sensor full scales … 0->500 mbar
Flow F Sc.: 30 l/h
RUN/Pr :001
Proceeds to carry out an PRESS = 400.0 mbar
AUTO ZERO… 0-> 500 mbar
AUTOZERO
RUN/Pr:001
…then displays the main PRESS = 400.0 mbar
menu.
READY
RUN/Pr:001
To be able to modify the PRESS = 400.0 mbar
parameters, place the key in
the ACCESS position. READY
PARAMETERS
Position the cursor in front of Copy-Paste
the chosen program number. Pr :001 ----------
Confirm with the ENTER key. Pr :002 ----------
The Pressure cycle mode test allows the detection of flow events during a pressure rise
and/or drop. This test also allows the control of flow during a pressure step.
This test type allows the operator to carry out actions (or checks) on the part undergoing
a test then to confirm it with the "START" key if he considers that the test is
Once the test type is chosen, the cycle parameters must be adjusted.
The procedure to follow to adjust all the test parameters is identical. Example with the
Wait time A.
PARAM/Pr001
Next, confirm with the ENTER TEST : PRESS. CYCLE
key. The cursor moves to the COUPL. A : 00.0 s
right hand side of the screen. INIT.PRES: 0000
PARAM/Pr001
Modify the value with the TEST : PRESS. CYCLE
navigation keys. COUPL. A : 00.5 s
INIT.PRES: 0000
PARAM/pr001
Once the value is modified, TEST : PRESS. CYCLE
confirm with the ENTER key. COUPL. A : 04.0 s
INIT.PRES: 0000
PARAM/pr001
To move to the next TEST : PRESS. CYCLE
parameter, use the navigation COUPL. A : 04.0 s
keys. INIT.PRES: 0000
PARAMETERS
To exit the menu, use the Copy-Paste
CANCEL key. C Pr:001 PRESS. CYCLE
Pr:002 PRESS. CYCLE
This parameter represents the pressure unit for the whole Cycle. The different units are:
Pa, kPa, MPa, mbar, bar, PSI.
The flow units are the following: l/h, l/min, m3/h, ml/min, ml/s.
The coupling (also known as wait) times A and B are cycle start parameters.
When there is no automatic connector, the coupling time A is a part of the cycle.
In the event of an instrument with automatic connector the coupling time A allows the
activation of a first connector as soon as the cycle starts and to delay the pressurisation
of the test part. The coupling time B allows the activation of a second automatic
connector. These coupling times ensure a better stabilisation of the seals placed on the
test part.
This parameter represents the initial pressure at the start of the cycle.
This time is the time taken for the pressure to rise from the initial pressure to the
instruction step pressure.
The step pressure corresponds to the instruction pressure which is maintained during
the step.
The step time is the time during which the step pressure is maintained.
This parameter represents the final pressure at the end of the cycle.
This time corresponds to the time taken for the pressure to drop from the instruction
step pressure to the instruction final pressure.
2.3.12. Functions
The FUNCTION menu gives access to additional parameters which must first be
activated from the CONFIGURATION menu then the EXTENDED MENUS.
If no additional parameter has been activated in the EXTENDED MENUS, the
FUNCTION menu is simply empty.
For activating these parameters, refer to chapter 4 § 2.
These parameters when they're validate by "Yes" in the "FUNCTIONS" menu appears
in the principal test program parameters list.
These measurements are controlling events who must arrived during the test cycle,
contact during the rising ramp and dropping ramp or flow measurements during the tree
cycle phases (rise, drop and step).
The contacts and the flow are independent. However the maximum and minimum
pressure values are the same for each event.
c) Contact
Contact type parameter to have between the inferior and superior pressure limits during
the rise, open or close.
c) Contact
Contact type parameter to have between the inferior and superior pressure limits during
the drop, open or close.
c) Minimum flow
This is the minimum flow value to have between the inferior and superior pressure limits
during the rise.
a) Maximum flow
This is the maximum flow value during the step phase.
b) Minimum flow
This is the minimum flow value during the step phase.
c) Maximum flow
This is the maximum flow value to have between the inferior and superior pressure
limits during the rise.
MAIN MENU
From the main menu, place RUN PROG. : 001
the cursor in front of the PARAMETERS
PARAMETERS heading. SPE CYCLE: Disabled
PARAM/Copy-Paste
Next, validate the COPY COPY :Pr ---
function. PASTE :Pr ---
PARAM/Copy-Paste
COPY :Pr 001
Confirm with the ENTER key. PASTE :Pr ---
PARAM/Copy-Paste
Place the cursor in front of COPY :Pr 001
Paste. PASTE :Pr ---
MAIN MENU
Press twice on CANCEL to RUN PROG : 001
return to the main menu. C C PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE :Disabled
MAIN MENU
Position the cursor in front of RUN PROG. : 001
PARAMETERS. PARAMETERS
Confirm with the ENTER key. SPE CYCLE: Disabled
PARAM/Pr001
Confirm a first time to enter TEST : PRESS. CYCLE
the program. COUPL. A : 00.0 s
INIT.PRES: 0000
PARAMETERS
1°) Confirm a third time. The Copy-Paste
name of the program is Pr:001 ----------
deleted. Pr:002 VALVE 2
M/Pr001/TEST TYPE
2°) Place the cursor in front of Delete name
delete program. Delete program
PARAM/Pr001
Confirm with ENTER. The TEST : PRESS. CYCLE
program is deleted. COUPL. A : 00.0 s
INIT.PRES: 0000
5. LAUNCHING OF A CYCLE
MAIN MENU
From the main menu, place RUN PROG. : 001
the cursor in front of the RUN PARAMETERS
PROG. heading. SPE CYCLE: Disabled
MAIN MENU
RUN PROG. : 001
Confirm with the ENTER key. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE: Disabled
MAIN MENU
RUN PROG. : 004
Confirm with the ENTER key. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE: Disabled
CYCLE/Pr:004
Press on the START key to PRESS =0.500 bar
launch the measurement
cycle. READY
CYCLE/Pr:001
PRESS =0.300 bar
FLOW =0 l/h
PRESSURE UP
CYCLE/Pr:001
Real pressure PRESS =0.800 bar
Real flow FLOW =000 l/h
Fixed event pressure OPEN =0.500 bar
5.2.2. Step
CYCLE/Pr:001
PRESS =1.00 bar
FLOW =1200 l/h
OPEN =0.500 bar
CYCLE/Pr:001
Real pressure PRESS =0.500 bar
Real flow FLOW =1200 l/h
Fixed event pressure OPEN =0.500 bar
CYCLE/Pr:001
Real pressure PRESS =0.500 bar
Closing pressure CLOSE =0.400 bar
Rise event pressure OPEN =0.500 bar
CYCLE/Pr:001
Opening pressure PRESS =0.500 bar
Step flow FLOW =1200 l/h
Closing pressure PRESS =0.400 bar
6. STOPPING A CYCLE
Chapter 4
FUNCTIONS OF THE INSTRUMENT
1. MENU STRUCTURE
.
MAIN MENU Sub menu 1 Sub menu 2 Sub menu 3 Sub menu 4
Minimum
v v
pressure drop*
Maximum
v v
pressure drop*
Maximum flow
v v
drop flow
v v Contact > Close
v v v Open
v v v
v v Functions > See note
v v
v OPERATOR > Type: operator > Delete name
v Coupling time A Reset program
v Test time
v Functions > Refer to note
v
SPECIAL CYCLES > Disabled
v Infinite fill
v Piezo Auto zero
v
> EXTENDED >
CONFIGURATION Name
MENUS
v v Cycling
v v Units
v v Filter
Pressure
v v
correction
v v Offset
Automatic
v v
connector
v v Valves codes
v v Auxiliary outputs
v v Stamping
v v Mini-valve
v v Start pressure
v v
Electronic > Frequency
v
regulator learning (minutes)
v v Number of cycle
v v
v HOUR > Hour
v v Minute
v v Day
v v Month
v v Year
v v
v RS232 > C540/F580 Print frame > Pressure
v v v Program name
v v v Date & time
v v v Lines before
v v v Lines after
v v v Inter line
v v v Form feed
v v v
Speed:
4800 > 9600 >
v v Printer > RS parameters > 19200 > 28800 >
38400 > 57600 >
115200
Serial port:
st st
1 -7bit-="0" > 1 -
st
7bit-="1" > 1 -
7bit-even > 1st-
st
7bit-odd > 1 -
v v v v
8bit-none > 1st-
st
8bit-="0" > 1 -
8bit-="1" > 1st-
st
8bit-even > 1 -
8bit-odd >
v v v v
v v v Print frame > Pressure
v v v v Program name
v v v v Date & time
v v v v Lines before
v v v v Lines after
v v v v Inter line
v v v v Form feed
v v v v
v v v Send conditions > All results
v v v v Pass
v v v v Test fail
v v v v Reference fail
v v v v Alarm
v v v v Pressure out
v v v v Re-workable
v v v v Calibration
v v v v
v v v Export > yes / no
v v v v
v v v Print parameters
v v v
v v v
v v Modbus > Address > 255 (fixed)
v v v
Speed:
4800 > 9600 >
v v RS parameters > 19200 > 28800 >
38400 > 57600 >
115200
Serial port:
1st-7bit-="0" >
1st-7bit-="1" >
1st-7bit-even >
1st-7bit-odd >
v v
1st-8bit-none >
1st-8bit-="0" >
1st-8bit-="1" >
1st-8bit-even >
1st-8bit-odd >
v v
v RS485 > C540/F580
v v
v SECURITY > yes / no
v v
v Light > Mode > Continuous
v v v Manual
v v v Automatic
v v v
v v Intensity > 0 % to 100 %
v v
v I/O group 1 to 2
v v
Program
v Change I/O > Input 7 >
selection
v v v Infinite fill
v v v Piezo auto zero
v v v
v 24 V DC outputs External 1 to X En cycle
v Permanent
v
SERVICE > PARAMETERS > Save
v v Recover
v v Delete
v v
RESULTS > PROGRAM
v v
v STATISTIQUES > Program n°
v v Total
v v Part OK
Part bad drop
v v
flow
v v Part bad step flow
v v Part bad rise flow
v v Pressure fault
v v Alarm
v RESET
v PRINT
v
LANGUAGE > ENGLISH
v FRENCH
v
Note: The parameters which figure in the EXTENDED MENUS can be found in the
FUNCTIONS menu of the program when they are activated.
MAIN MENU Sub menu 1 Sub menu 2 Sub menu 3 Sub menu 4
Automatic
> Coupling time A
connector
v Coupling time B
v
Valve codes > External 1
v External 2
v External 3
v External 4
v External 5
v External 6
v Internal 1
v Internal 2
v
24 V outputs > Auxiliary 1
v Auxiliary 2
v Auxiliary 3
v Auxiliary 4
v
Short cycle > Yes / No
v
Filter
v
Stamping > Maintain
v All
v Good part
Fail part
v
maximum flow
Fail part minimum
v
flow
v Warning
v Pressure fault
v
Differential auto
Mini valve >
zero
v
Cycle end > Automatic reset
v
Offset
v
Pressure
correction
v
Start pressure
2. CONFIGURATION MENU
The extended menus give access to additional functions. If these functions are
activated, they can be found under the FUNCTIONS menu when a program is created.
If no additional function is activated, the FUNCTIONS menu is empty when a new
program is created.
MAIN MENU
In the main menu, place the SPE CYCLE: Inactive
cursor in front of the CONFIGURATION
CONFIGURATION label. RESULTS
CONFIGURATION
Confirm using the ENTER EXTENDED MENUS
key. HOUR
SECURITY : No
2.1.3. 1) Name
This function allows the personalisation of a program, for example to identify it by the
name of the test part.
)Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
2.1.3. 2) Program sequencing
This function enables several tests to be carried out by the instrument one after the
other. The instrument offers 8 program sequencing criteria.
The sequencing order can be edited; the choice of the following program is defined in the
parameters. By default the programs are sequenced according to their original number P+1.
MAIN MENU
When an active program is sequenced with another RUN PROG. : 01+
program, a "+" is displayed behind the program PARAMETERS
number. SPE CYCLE :none
2.1.3. 3) Units
This function allows the operator to choose the units system required: SI, international metric
unit system, USA, Anglo-Saxon international units system (inches, feet) and CAL, the
operator personalised unit system (this system requires the carrying out of a learning cycle.
) Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
AUTO J1
+ 24 V
Aux 4 Aux 3
AUX J10
Gnd
+ 24 V
Aux 1 Aux 2
Pr001/FUNCT/STAMPING
Set the inking duration value DURATION : 00.5 s
(can be set between 0 ALL RESULTS : No
and 650 seconds). PASS : Yes
Pr001/FUNCT/STAMPING
Then select the inking DURATION : 00.5 s
conditions from those offered. ALL RESULTS : No
PASS : Yes
When the instrument has this option, the internal and external valves codes 1 won't be
available.
2.1.3. 9) Filter
This function enables the slowing or the acceleration of the sampling speed, by carrying
out an average over the set measurement time; this will facilitate the reading of the
measurement.
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
Legend
A Coupling time for the automatic connector A
B Coupling time for the automatic connector B
R Pressure rise slope
S Pressure step
D Pressure drop slope
A S S D
Test cycle
PRESSURE
t mini
START
t
Control actions
t min
RESET
Program n° t min
Auto Active
Time B
connector A
Inactive
t
Active
Auto Time B
connector B
Inactive
t
Part good or
part bad
t
Cycle end
t
The active program is the one selected before the initialisation. It remains active if the
program entries on the connector are no longer activated. It remains active even if the
program entries on the connector are no longer activated. The modification of this
selection can only be done during the inter cycle.
To return to program 1, when out of cycle, supply an impulse on any of the program
selection inputs.
This function is only valid in the event of the installation of a regulator in the instrument.
It enables the determining of the time between two electronic regulator learning cycles.
When it is validated by "yes", the frequency (time or minutes) or the number of cycles
between two learning cycles is to be determined.
When the frequency or number of cycle values are at zero, the learning request
becomes manual, at the operator request by way of special cycle, or by the
programmable input 7.
The learning cycle allows the calculation of the three characteristic points of the
regulator (points at 20 %, 50 % and 80 % of the maximum pressure which can be
supplied by the regulator, value depending on the input air supply pressure).
) Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
2.3. HOUR
This function includes a clock (hours, minutes) and an internal calendar (day, month
and year).
)Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
2.4. RS232
2.4.1. C540/580
This function enables the configuration of the instrument so that it may be supervised by
an ATEQ central module.
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
2.4.2. Printer
This function enables the configuration of the instrument to enable the printing of the
program data (parameters) as well as the test results. When the option is activated
(YES), each time a cycle is started, the test results are systematically printed.
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
2.4.2. 1) RS parameters
These parameters enable the configuration of the instrument enabling it to communicate
with the printer.
Associated parameters to be set: Speed, Stop byte, number of data bytes, parity.
)Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
a) Frame format
The results frame is based on 4 lines and 40 columns.
< 0 1 > :
< 0 1 > : R : O K : 1 9 9 . 1 m b a r : 1 1 . 3 l / h
< 0 1 > : S : O K : 3 0 3 . 0 m b a r : 9 . 9 l / h
< 0 1 > : D : O K : 2 2 8 . 8 m b a r : 8 . 2 l / h
Frame detail:
Columns Characters
1 <
2-3 Figure indicating program number
4 >
5 :
M, P ou D pour Montée, Palier ou Descente suivant la
6
ligne (1 ligne par étape)
7 :
8–9 2 letters indicating OK for good part
R> or R< fail part on rising
S> or S< fail part on step
D> or D< fail part on drop
AL for Alarm
10 :
11 SPACE
12 +, - or nothing
13 - 17 5 figures indicating the leak value
18 > 21 letters indicating the unit of measurement
22 :
23 SPACE
24 - 28 5 figures indicating the flow value
29 SPACE
30 - XX letters indicating the flow unit
< 0 1 > :
< 0 1 > : R : O K : 1 9 9 . 1 m b a r : 1 1 . 3 l / h
< 0 1 > : S : O K : 3 0 3 . 0 m b a r : 9 . 9 l / h
< 0 1 > : D : O K : 2 2 8 . 8 m b a r : 8 . 2 l / h
< 0 1 > : 2 4 / 0 9 / 2 0 0 4 1 3 : 4 3 : 3 6
< 0 1 > :
< 0 1 > : S : A L : P R E S . L O W
2.4.2. 4) Export
This function can be used to create and send a special results frame which can be
processed by a PC using Microsoft Excel.
This frame is of the same type as the print parameters frame except that the different
character strings follow each other and are separated by a punctuation mark which
enables the various boxes to be entered automatically in Microsoft Excel.
This frame is operated by connecting a computer to the instrument's RS 232 link.
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
V e r s i o n 0 1 . 1 6 b
2 3 / 0 7 / 2 0 0 3
P r 0 1 P R O G R A M N A M E
T Y P E : L E A K
C O U P L I N G A : 0 0 . 1 s
F I L L . : 0 1 . 0 s
S T A B . : 0 1 . 0 s
T E S T : 0 2 . 0 s
D U M P : 0 1 . 0 s
M a x . F I L L . : 2 . 4 0
M i n . F I L L . : 1 . 6 0
T E S T F A I L : 0 1 0
R E F . F A I L : 0 0 0
Note: The "PROGRAM NAME" characters are printed when a program name has been
set in the parameters.
2.5. RS485
This function enables the configuration of the RS485 output to a C540 central or F580
when the instrument is installed in a network.
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
2.6. MODBUS
This function enables the configuration of the Modbus link when the instrument is
installed in this type of network. The frame parameters, RS parameters (speed, serial
port) must be entered.
) Select the option and enter settings if necessary.
2.7. SECURITY
This function deactivates the START key on the front panel of the instrument. Tests can
only be started on the inputs (J3 connector) of the instrument.
)Select the option and adjust settings if necessary.
Screen illumination can be programmed and modified. The lighting can be adjusted
according to the ambient conditions or the user's choice.
There are three lighting modes:
9 continuous mode, display screen permanently lit whatever the conditions
9 manual mode, the screen remains lit for 20 minutes and if the keyboard has not
been used by the end of this period the screen shuts down and only relights when
the keyboard is touched again.
9 automatic mode, which is identical to manual mode, with illumination of the
screen also if an action is carried out from the external inputs (rear connectors)
Using these three modes, the lighting intensity of the screen can be programmed from
00% (screen off) to 100% (maximum lighting intensity).
MAIN/CONFI/LIGHT/MO
Select the lighting mode and CONTINUOUS
confirm using ENTER. MANUAL
AUTO
MAIN/CONFI/LIGHT
To return to the previous MODE :CONTINUOUS
menu, press the C button C INTENSITY: 50%
once
To start a special cycle, select it in the "special cycles" menu, then confirm on the .
Key. To stop it press on the key or in some cycles the stop is automatic.
It is possible to carry out an infinite fill with the instrument, in other words, a permanent
flow of air at the test pressure in order to locate leaks (set-up adjustment...).
SPE CYCLE
Next, place the cursor in front Disabled
of Infinite fill and validate with Infinite fill
the ENTER key. Piezo auto zero
MENU PRINCIPAL
The display confirms that the RUN PROG. : 001
special cycle is selected. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE :Inf Fill
CYCLE/Pr:001
Press on the START key to PRESS = 20 mbar
start the special cycle.
RISE
CYCLE/Pr:001
To stop the cycle, press on PRESS = 20 mbar
the RESET key.
READY
SPE CYCLE
Next, place the cursor in front Disabled
of Auto-zero Piezo and Infinite fill
confirm with the ENTER key. Piezo auto zero
MAIN MENU
The display confirms that the RUN PROG.: 001
special cycle is selected. PARAMETERS
SPE CYCLE:Piezo Az
CYCLE/Pr :001
Press on the START key to PRESS = 355.5 mbar
start the auto zero.
AUTO ZERO
CYCLE/Pr :001
Once the auto zero is carried PRESS = 355.5 mbar
out, the cycle stops on its
own. READY
Note: the auto zero cycle is an automatic cycle which is carried out about every 5
minutes, it allows the initialisation of the pressure sensors depending on the
atmospheric pressure.
Note: In the event of the installation of an electronic regulator, the auto zero cycle
allows the calculation of the three characteristic points of the regulator (points at 20 %,
50 % and 80 % of the maximum pressure which may be supplied by the regulator, value
depending on the supply pressure at the input).
4. RESULTS MENU
5. MENU LANGUAGE
6. STAND-BY MENU
This function allows the switching off of the instrument without unplugging it from the
mains power supply. The switching to stand-by can be immediate or programmed with
hours of operation and hours of rest.
The immediate switching to stand-by can be carried out in two different ways:
1) Either through the Stand-by menu,
ATEQ ERD5
To reactivate the instrument Version XX.XXi
just press on any of the front 0->500 mbar
panel keys. Flow F.Sc : 30l/h
Standby using the menu enables start and stop times for the instrument to be
programmed.
MAIN MENU
In the main menu, position the RESULTS
cursor beside STAND-BY and LANGUAGE : English
confirm by pressing ENTER. STAND-BY
STAND-BY
To program automatic standby Now :No
at a given time, position the Start time :No
cursor beside STOP TIME. Stop time :No
STAND-BY
Confirm the STOP TIME Now :No
parameter using YES Start time :No
Stop time :Yes
STAND-BY
To program the start-up time Now :No
for the instrument, position the Start time :Yes
cursor beside START TIME Stop time :Yes
STAND-BY
Confirm the START TIME Now :No
parameter using YES Start time :Yes
Stop time :Yes
STAND/Start time
Then set parameters for the
HOUR : 00
instrument start time (in hours MINUTE : 00
and minutes).
Chapter 5
ACCESSORIES
2. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
The flow master leaks are used to check the calibration of flow measurement
instruments. They are delivered in a case, attached to a connector which depends on
the value of the flow are delivered with a calibration certificate.
CALIBRATEUR DE FUITE
SEQUENCE
MEMOIRE DE ETALONNAGE FONCTIONS
VERIFICATION
ATEQ automatic connectors are used so that accurate and reliable assemblies can be
built to check air tightness. They simplify the work of the operator as they are self-
locking thanks to the use of a pneumatic valve supplied from the mains compressed air
supply. Several connectors may be controlled by the same remote, powered by an
ATEQ or another logic.
They adapt easily to a large number of fittings and apertures of varied dimensions. Their
use ensures that non-machined walls can be guaranteed airtight.
There are four basic versions of ATEQ automatic connectors:
9 SA for external connections,
9 SI for internal connections,
9 SAG and SIG for threaded and tapped connections.
They are either in anodised aluminium or stainless steel as standard. Different types of
joints are available depending on the elasticity required.
2.3.1. Operation
SAG and SIG have been designed for threaded and tapped caps. For the time being,
they are available in gas norm. Sizes, which are: 1/2", 3/4", 1", 11/4", 11/2", 2", BSP.
The SA and SI are designed for smooth nozzles, with dimensions from 3 to 80 mm for
the external diameters (SA), and from 10 to 75 mm for the internal diameters (SI).
For an increased reliability of the instruments, it is necessary to use clean and dry air.
The filtration kit is connected to the air input on the rear panel of the instrument.
It is composed of a dust removal cartridge (5µm) and another cartridge (0,01 µm) to
reduce the residual oil pollution to 0,01 ppm.
The remote control allows control and selection of various settings remotely for
instruments in the ATEQ range. The remote is to be connected on the Input/Output
connector.
TLC
Télémécanique
J3
L = 3,5 m +/- 0,20 m
2.6.1. Presentation
This option allows the placing of the control station in a different place than the control
instrument; it allows the remote control and reading of results. This is useful when the
measurement instruments have to be positioned in inaccessible locations, such as
inside a machine to reduce the lengths of piping between the instrument and the test
part.
This front panel acts exactly as if the operator was in front of the instrument itself. For
the interface, refer to the global operation of the instrument.
This remote control is optional. It is connected to the LUMBERG type connector
reserved for remote controls. It is of "plug and play" type, the instrument automatically
detects it, and the “REMOTE CONTROL" menus appear if the RC5 remote control is
connected.
When the remote control is installed, its keyboard obtains priority over the control
instrument’s keyboard which becomes inactive.
2.6.2. Installation
1 2
2 1
Allows the connection of the option to the remote control
input of the ATEQ instruments. (Male Lumberg type
connector).
3 4
PIN 1 Network
PIN 2 Power supply + 24 V
PIN 3 Network
PIN 4 Ground 0V
2.6.3. Start-up
Before connecting the instruments, turn them off, when the network is installed it
automatically detects the presence of the RC5 remote front panel when the instrument
is switched on.
If the remote front panel is equipped with a multifunction intelligent remote control (8
keys) refer to the paragraph concerning this accessory.
F1 F2
F3 F4
The remote control allows the remote operation and selection of various functions of the
instrument in the ATEQ range.
This interface can only be installed with an RC5 type remote front panel with the
intelligent remote option.
This remote control is fitted with four function keys (F1, F2, F3 and F4) which can be
programmed by the operator to fit his requirements (four buttons on the left). When a
special cycle is used on a function key, it no longer appears in the menus for the other
function keys.
The programmable functions are all the special cycles and the cycle start (the cycle
start function allows the simulation of a two handed remote control).
Note: the synchronisation between the two buttons is of 300 ms, the two handed remote
control is not a high security function, the ATEQ company would in no event be
responsible if an accident should occur on an operator following its improper use.
The programmable special cycles on the function keys F1 to F4 are the following:
Disabled. CAL learning.
Regulator adjustment. CAL check.
Infinite fill. ATR learning.
Piezo Auto-zero. Start.
Calibration check.
2.7.4. Indicators
The L.E.D. tricolour indicators situated near the F1 to F4 keys allow the display of the
state of the cycle requested:
¾ green, cycle ok,
¾ red, cycle bad,
¾ orange cycle in progress.
The four other push to make buttons (situated on the right hand side) are the push
buttons possessing the following functions:
¾ selection of the rise program (white),
¾ selection of the drop program (black),
¾ cycle start button (green),
¾ cycle stop/reset button (red).
Reminder: these buttons functions are fixed and cannot be modified.
24 V 10 mA
Pins L.E.D. Inputs Functions
Outputs
1 Green anode Input 1
F1
2 Cathode (0 V) F1 24 V
3 Red anode Input 2
F2
4 0V 24 V
5 Green anode Input 3
F3
6 Cathode (0 V) F2 24 V
7 Red anode Input 4
F4
8 0V 24 V
9 Green anode Input 5
RISE
10 Cathode (0 V) F3 24 V
11 Red anode Input 6
DROP
12 0V 24 V
13 Green anode Input 7
RESET
14 Cathode (0 V) F4 24 V
15 Red anode Input 8
START
16 0V 24 V
Chapter 6
ERROR MESSAGES
The ATEQ ERD520 can display error messages if there are operational problems.
CYCLE/Pr001
Test error: PRESS=0.942 bar
Leak in excess of the full scale FLOW =>>TEST F. Sc.
Action: check the test circuit. T R READY (NOK)
Chapter 7
OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS
1. PHENOMENON NOTED
If a test machine begins to detect too many bad parts (statistically, more than three
consecutively), it is advisable to carry out a check on the whole unit. The quality of the
manufacture and operation of the leak detector should be the last things considered.
This is the no.1 defect as the seals are subject to high levels of dirt contamination
(alumina, shavings). Regular cleaning of the seals is an effective remedy.
There is a possibility that the seals may be cut by shavings or worn by repetitive
squashing. This can be prevented by regular servicing and replacement of the seals.
This is a defect which may occur after a certain amount of time as the bumper pads
may be worn, or if the pressure settings in the air cylinder are inadvertently disturbed.
Check the stability of the measurement and that the bumper pads are correctly installed.
This anomaly can cause false measurements (large leaks or erratic measurements).
The air supply to the cells must be higher than the minimum of 4 bar and it is essential
that it is greater than the minimum test pressure of 1 bar. Also check that sealing
connectors are being used correctly.
The link and reference pipes will age and break with time. The pipes and seals must
conform to the required quality. ATEQ recommends the use of RILSAN PA11 pipes and
AVS type joints.
1.6. ENVIRONMENT
1.7. CALIBRATION
ATEQ does not accept any liability in regard to calibrations and settings to its
instruments which are not carried out by its own personnel.
Appendicies
ATEQ ERD 520
ERD 520
Casing dimensions
136 x 250 x 255
H x L x P (mm):
24 VDC / 2 A
Power supply:
Min 23,5 V ; Max 28 V
Format: ½ 19 inches
Temperatures:
255
250
21
4 x M6
10 thread depth
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3. CONVERSION TABLE
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Torr 133.32 0.13332 1.3332 10-3 1.3332 13.595 1.3158 10 -3 1 1.9337 10 -2 0.535 3.937 10 -2
psi 6897.8 6.8948 6.8948 10 -2 68.948 703.07 6.8045 10 -2 51.71 1 27.68 2.036
inH2O 249,09 0.2491 2.4909 10 -3 2.4909 25.400 2.4583 10 -3 1.8683 3.61 10 -2 1 7.35 10 -2
inHg 3386.4 3.3864 3.3864 10 -2 33.864 345.32 3.3421 10 -2 25.4 0.491 13.595 1
4. PARAMETERS STORED
T Coupling time
I Rise (UP) time
M
E STEP
Drop (DOWN) time
R Test reject
E
Reference reject
J
E Rise reject recovery
C Drop reject recovery.
T
Reject unit
S
Initial pressure
Step pressure
End pressure
Max. step pressure
Min. step pressure
P Min rise flow
R pressure
E
S Max rise flow
S pressure
U Min step flow
R pressure
E Max step flow
S pressure
Min drop flow
pressure
Max drop flow
pressure
Pressure unit
F Minimum rise flow
L Rise flow
O
W Step flow
S Max drop flow
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Index
A M
Additional functions ............................49 Menu structure....................................43
Adjust the test parameters..................32 Mini valve............................................53
Automatic auto zero............................64 Modbus...............................................60
Automatic connectors ................... 50, 70 N
Auxiliary outputs .................................51 Navigation keys ..................................24
C Needle valves .....................................69
C540 / F580........................................56 O
Calibration master leaks .....................68 Offset ..................................................53
Characteristics......................................6 Operator mode....................................31
Configuration E/S ...............................62 P
Coupling time A and B........................33 Personalise a program........................50
Creation of a new test program ..........30 Power supply ......................................67
Cycle end............................................54 Pressure correction.............................53
D Pressure cycle mode ..........................31
Deactivate the Cycle keys ..................60 Pressure drop .....................................34
Delete a program................................39 Pressure in excess of max threshold. .77
Delete a program name ......................39 Pressure inferior to the min threshold. 77
Display of the test results detail ..........65 Pressure rise.......................................33
Drop contact limit................................36 Pressure too high................................77
Duplicate a program ...........................37 Pressure units.....................................33
E Print frame ..........................................57
End pressure ......................................34 Print parameters .................................56
Event contact......................................17 Print the results...................................56
Export results under MS Excel ...........59 Printer .................................................56
Extended menus.................................49 Programmable input ...........................15
F R
Filter ...................................................53 Ranges .................................................6
Filtration kit .........................................70 Regulator frequency ...........................56
Forced Auto zero ................................64 Reject units .........................................33
Frame formats ....................................57 Remote control .......................16, 71, 73
Function keys .....................................74 Remote front panel .............................72
H Reset of the results memory ...............65
Hour....................................................56 Rise contact limit...........................34, 35
I RS485.................................................60
Indicator – Alarm fault.........................27 S
Indicator – Drop error .........................27 Sensor error........................................77
Indicator – Good part..........................27 Sequence several test cycles .............50
Indicator – Rise error ..........................27 Short cycle ..........................................52
Indicator – Step error..........................27 Shut off valve ......................................63
Infinite fill.............................................63 Simple remote control.........................71
Initial pressure ....................................33 Stamping ............................................52
Intelligent remote control ....................74 Stand-by .............................................65
K Start pressure .....................................53
Key lock – Access position of the key.25 Step ....................................................34
Key lock – Locked position .................25 Step flow control .................................36
L Step maximum flow ............................36
Language............................................65 Step maximum pressure.....................33
Leak/Flow calibrator ...........................69 Step minimum flow .............................36
Lighting the screen .............................60 Step minimum pressure......................33
Step pressure .....................................33