Erweka tbh 125 инструкция на русском

• Tablet Hardness Testers

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Описание

Тестер прочности TBH 125 – это базовое устройство тестирования прочности таблеток в линейке тестеров ERWEKA, которое гарантирует высокую точность результатов в сочетании с надежностью конструкции и простотой использования. Тестер работает в режимах “постоянная скорость” или “постоянное усилие” и управляется при помощи символьной клавиатуры, которая позволяет легко и просто вводить параметры тестирования.

Тестер позволяет проводить измерение 3 физических величин (твердость, диаметр/длина и толщина). Результаты испытания, включая дату и время, отображаются на двух ярких LED дисплеях и могут быть распечатаны при помощи принтера, который подключается к интерфейсу USB. Станция измерения прочности в тестере TBH 125 может быть откалибрована при помощи специальных гирь или же автоматически при помощи системы AutoCal 2.0 (калибровка и проверка по трем точкам). В дополнение ко всему, устройство может генерировать протоколы с информацией о калибровке и всех сопутствующих данных (время и дата обслуживания, серийный номер).

Меню прибора позволяет проводить настройку режима измерения, по скорости или усилию, чувствительность измерения прочности и длительности паузы между измерениями для удаления остатков таблеток.

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Основные преимущества

Маленькое устройство для простого и легкого использования и тестирования образцов на твердость.

Тестирование прочности

Диапазон измерения от 10 до 300 Ньютон

Измерение ширины

Образцы диаметром до 28 мм

USB интерфейсы

Интерфейс USB-A (принтер) для распечатки данных с указанием времени, даты, результатов и статистических данных; интерфейс USB-B для обновления ПО.

100 % соответствие USP/EP/JP/ ГФ XIII

Как и все продукты компании ERWEKA, тестеры прочности TBH 125 на 100 % соответствует требованиям фармакопей USP/EP/JP/ГФ XIII.

Различные единицы измерения

Единицы измерения усилия – Ньютон, Килопонд, или Strong Cobb

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Instruction Manual

Tablet

Hardness Tester

TBH 125

ERWEKA GmbH · Ottostr. 20-22 · 63150 Heusenstamm · Germany · Tel: +49 (0) 6104 6903-0

Directors: Claudia Müller, Werner G. Müller · District court Offenbach HRB 2382

Fax: +49 (0) 6104 6903-40 · E-mail: [email protected] · www.erweka.com

Document version: 4.1

Date: 2017-03-07

Firmware version: from 1.45

Document No.: 21039

File name: TBH 125_Manual_21039_En_V4.1

Language: English

Number of pages: 36

Version table

Date

2012

2015-02-26

2015-09-18

2016-01-28

2016-02-22

2016-11-23

2017-03-07

Document version*

1.0

2.0

2.1

3.0

3.1

4.0

4.1

Amendment

AutoCal 2.0

Editorial revision

Firmware version increase; new Document No.

(old No.:690-309-0001), new format (11/15)

Editorial revision

TBH 125P cancelled

Editorial revision

* When the document version X.Y was changed, X means a technical change and Y – a document amendment only.

Copyright

The material in this document is the intellectual property of ERWEKA. Any copy or reproduction of this document or its parts without the written permission of and reference to ERWEKA is prohibited and will be prosecuted according to the law. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Copyright © 2017 by ERWEKA

Instruction Manual

Tablet Hardness Tester

TBH 125

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Table of Contents

TBH 125

1 – Introduction

1.1 – About this instruction manual

1.2 – Service

1.3 – Safety instructions and symbols

1.4 – Protection of the environment

2 – Safety

2.1 – Safety instructions

2.2 – Intended use

3 – Overview

3.1 – Description

3.2 – Device types

3.3 – Type label

3.4 – Construction

3.5 – Operation elements and connections

3.5.1 – Keypad and display

3.6 – Technical data

4 – Installation

4.1 – Storage and transport conditions

4.2 – Unpacking and checking

4.3 – Setup

4.3.1 – Positioning

4.3.2 – Acclimatization

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4.3.3 – Required installation environment 12

4.4 – Device connecting and first switching on 13

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5 – Configuration

5.1 – The SETT menu

5.2 – Pause

5.3 – Calibration position

5.4 – Hardness units

5.5 – Diameter and thickness units

5.6 – Hours

5.7 – Minutes

5.8 – Day

5.9 – Month

5.10 – Year

5.11 – Newton Factor

5.12 – Language

5.13 – Version

5.14 – Date format

5.15 – Method

5.16 – Terminology

5.17 – Automatic determination

5.18 – Printer

5.19 – Printer language

5.20 – Automatic measurement

5.21 – Data output

5.22 – Hardness

5.23 – Diameter

5.24 – Thickness

6 – Setting the Speed

7 – Setting the Force

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8 – Switching the Printer on/off

9 – Calibration

9.1 – Diameter calibration

9.2 – Hardness calibration

9.2.1 – Static calibration

9.2.2 – Dynamic calibration

10 – Control

10.1 – Diameter

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10.2 – Hardness 25

10.2.1 – Control of the static hardness calibration 25

10.2.2 – Control of the dynamic hardness calibration

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11 – Performing the Measurements

12 – Results

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13 – Statistics

14 – Maintenance

14.1 – Cleaning

14.2 – Inspection and maintenance

14.3 – Spare parts

Appendix

Example printouts of the protocols

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TBH 125 – Introduction 5

1 – Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the ERWEKA tablet hardness tester TBH 125 series!

1.1 – About this instruction manual

This instruction manual supports you in work with your ERWEKA device. It describes the device, its operation and gives you useful tips on its handling. Furthermore, read descriptions of installation and setting as well as detailed step-by-step work operations in the present manual. Pictures facilitate the understanding of processes described here.

The instruction manual is a part of the product. Read this manual completely and make sure you understand its content. Keep this manual in a safe place so that it will be available for any questions at a later date. This is important for warranty of permanent and accurate operation of the corresponding device.

The editorial team of ERWEKA appreciates your feedback regarding the present manual. Just send an e-mail to

[email protected]

with your topic and “technical documentation” as a subject. Your reply contributes to our high quality level.

1.2 – Service

Contact ERWEKA at

[email protected]

to receive the firmware updates, order the spare parts, in case of technical troubles or possible repairs. Please supply the following information:

• Type of the device (on the type label)

• Serial number of the device (on the type label)

• A short description of the case

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1.3 – Safety instructions and symbols

TBH 125 – Introduction

WARNING indicates a possible hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a possible hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in moderate or minor injury.

HAZARD of electric shock! Indicates a possible hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can lead to injuries due to electric shock.

This symbol indicates a possible hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can lead to the equipment damage.

This symbol emphasizes the information to ensure smooth work process.

This symbol provides you with additional useful information.

1.4 – Protection of the environment

Note that residues of the test products must be properly disposed of in accordance with the applicable environmental regulations. According to the valid EC directives, all the electrical parts (electrical waste) must be disposed of appropriately.

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2 – Safety

2.1 – Safety instructions

To guarantee the health and safety, read the following safety instructions before using the device.

WARNING

Wear the personal protective outfit and glasses, if necessary!

HAZARD of electric shock! Electric devices are to be plugged into safety sockets only. Use the delivered power cable. The voltage of the existing current supply is to be compared to the indications on the type label.

Before installation works always switch the corresponding device off and disconnect it from the rear panel.

ERWEKA devices should be operated by qualified and trained personnel only!

Pay attention to the on-site safety instructions for work in the laboratory and with the laboratory equipment!

2.2 – Intended use

The ERWEKA hardness tester type TBH 125 should be used only for performing hardness tests (optional diameter and thickness measurements), associated verification and quality control of tablets. The requirements for installation environment defined by ERWEKA shall be met.

ERWEKA devices should not be used for processing:

• products that are easily flammable or explosive

• products that develop vapours which may create flammable or explosive mixtures in combination with air

• products that release harmful or poisonous substances

The device should be operated and maintained only as it is foreseen and due to the instructions presented in this manual.

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3 – Overview

3.1 – Description

The ERWEKA hardness tester type TBH 125 series is a compact device for the automatic measurement of hardness and optionally diameter and thickness of tablets and similar dosage forms.

The hardness test of tablets plays an important role in their formulation and production. The hardness test can be performed with the TBH 125 based on two different measurement principles (constant speed, constant force).

The device has been developed for customers who require robust design and easy handling. It is equipped with a membrane keypad and two LED-displays. During a test run up to 99 tablets can be tested.

The tablet hardness tester can be calibrated easely using the menu.

A printout of test reports from the device is possible through

a printer (opt.).

3.2 – Device types

Function

Hardness test

Diameter measurement

Thickness measurement

TBH 125

+

—

—

TBH 125 D

+

+

—

TBH 125 TD

+

+

+

3.3 – Type label

The type label is placed on the rear panel of the device and looks as follows:

Typ:

P

N

:

ERWEKA

R

GmbH

D-63150 Heusenstamm / Germany

VA I

N

: A

Serial No:

U : V xxxxxx.xxxx

F : Hz

Typ: Device type

Serial No: Serial number

I

P

N

: Normal output in volt-ampere [VA]

N

: Nominal current in ampere [A]

U: Voltage in volt [V]

F: Frequency in hertz [Hz]

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3.4 – Construction

2

1

3

1 Measurement station

2 Control panel

3 USB connections

3.5 – Operation elements and connections

A

B

D

F

Device front panel

E

C

Device rear panel

A Mains switch

B Measurement station

D

E

Power supply

USB connections

C Collection container (optional) F Keypad with two displays

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3.5.1 – Keypad and display

TBH 125 – Overview

Pict: Keypad with left and right LED display

Key symbol Description/Function

Arrow keys; to scroll the menus or submenus and select the values

The Stop/Exit key; to abort or stop a test as well as exit the current menu

The

Start/Enter key; to start a test and open a selected menu

All data inputs are confirmed with a beep tone.

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3.6 – Technical data

TBH 125 series

Dimensions:

Height

Width

Depth

Weight:

160 mm

310 mm

300 mm

6 kg

Display/ keypad:

2 x 4 digit 16-segment LED display, touch foil keypad

Measuring principle:

Load cell with strain gauge, constant speed (0.50 – 3.00 mm/s) or constant force (10 – 200

N/s) with stepper motor, setting of automatic diameter measurement

Throughput:

1 – 99 samples per test, selectable

Hardness measurement station:

10 – 300 N (optional 10 – 500 N)

Accuracy: ± 1 N, Newton, Kilopond or Strong Cobb selectable

Diameter measurement station (optional):

2 – 28.00 mm

Accuracy: ± 0.05 mm, mm or inch selectable

Thickness measurement station (optional):

0.10 – 28.00 mm

Accuracy: ± 0.05 mm, mm or inch selectable

Power supply:

100 – 240 VAC ± 10 % / 50 – 60 Hz / 100 W

Safety:

Protection class: I / EN 61140

Protection type: IP 21 / IEC 529

Fuses:

115 V / 250 V, 2 x 3.15 A

Interfaces:

USB A for printer connection, USB B for updating via PC, optional RS 232 for data output

Printer:

Compatible printer available upon request

Calibration:

Completely menu guided, weights (static calibration)

Optional: AutoCal 2.0 (dynamic calibration)

Documentation:

Available through printer

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4 – Installation

4.1 – Storage and transport conditions

The device should not be exposed to punches and vibrations.

Temperature and humidity should not be lower or higher than the values defined by ERWEKA (see

4.3.3 – Required installation environment

).

4.2 – Unpacking and checking

After receipt of the delivery, check the packaging and the device for transport damage. Check the tilt indicator label, if it is available, for undue turning of the packaging. At a gradient of 60° colored quartz sand flows into the display field and remains visible there.

If the undue transport or any damage is evident, take a photo of this and send it to our ERWEKA

1.2 – Service

immediately.

4.3 – Setup

4.3.1 – Positioning

Position the device on a horizontal, plane, stable surface, e.g. on a laboratory table, and pay attention not to displace it during operation.

For ease-of-use and accessibility, when positioning the device ensure that there is sufficient distance towards walls, cabinets or other fixed components of the facility.

Besides sticking to the requirements for installation environment defined by ERWEKA, avoid the following:

• Heat (heating, insolation)

• Direct draft through open windows, doors or air conditioning and ventilating systems

• Vibrations

• Dampness

4.3.2 – Acclimatization

If a cold device is moved to a warm environment, condensation may occur. Therefore you should allow the device to acclimatize for approximately two hours at room temperature, leaving it unplugged.

4.3.3 – Required installation environment

Ambient temperature in operation: +10°C up to +30°C

Storage and transport temperature:

Relative humidity:

-10°C up to +55°C

25-80% no condensation

Max. operating altitude (for balances): 3000 m above NN

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4.4 – Device connecting and first switching on

Connect the device (connection on the device’s rear panel) with a safety socket. For this purpose use the delivered power cable.

HAZARD of electric shock! Electric devices are to be plugged into safety sockets only.

The voltage of the existing power supply has to meet the requirements of the type label!

ERWEKA accepts no liability in case of wrong connection.

Defective devices are to be opened by the authorized staff only.

In case of using an external printer, connect it to the USB A interface of the device.

Switching on

For switching on set the main switch on the device rear panel to the I position (on).

After successful device initialization the splash screen is shown.

Zeroing

The device must be zeroed after each switching on.

The splash screen is shown.

Press the Start/Enter key to start the procedure of zeroing.

“ZERO” is shown.

CAUTION

Squashing! While zeroing the test jaw moves. Do not touch the test station.

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To zero the device, press the Start/Enter key.

The jaw moves to the counter-jaw, takes the zero point and returns to its initial position.

After successful determination of the device’s zero point (automatic repetition of zeroing in case of error), the number of the last measurement is displayed, see example:

This display means also that

• the device is ready for operation

• the device can be calibrated

• the device can be configured as needed

Scroll the menus using the arrow keys on the left.

Menu

REST

STAT

SPED

FORC

PRIN

CALI

CONT

SETT

Function

Display of the test results.

Display of the evaluations or statistics.

Setting of the constant speed in mm/s.

Setting of the constant force in N/s.

Switching the printer on/off or repeating a printout.

Calibration of the hardness and diameter test stations

(depending on the device option, see calibration).

Control measurements for calibration.

Configuration of the device.

Switching off

For switching off set the mains switch to the 0 position (off).

More information on the configuration and test performance you will find in the following chapters of this instruction manual.

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5 – Configuration

5.1 – The SETT menu

This menu guides you through the device configuration. In the menu items you can set the corresponding parameters.

To enter the SETT menu:

1. Using the left arrow keys select SETT on the ready-for-operation device.

2. Press the Start/Enter key for at least 8 seconds.

Scroll through the configuration menu with the left arrow keys.

LANG

VERS

DATF

METH

TERM

AUTO

PRIN

PRLG

AUME

DOUT

HARD

DIAM

THIC

Menu item

PAUS

CPOS

UNIH

UNID

HOUR

MINU

DAY

MONT

YEAR

NFCT

Function

Pause

Calibration positions

Hardness units

Diameter and thickness units

Hours

Minutes

Day

Month

Year

Newton factor

Language

Version

Date format

Measurement method

Terminology

Automatic determination

Printer

Printer language

Automatic measurement

Data output

Hardness

Diameter

Thickness

Read the information on each menu item below.

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5.2 – Pause 5.5 – Diameter and thickness units

In the PAUS menu item the time between the measurement cycles is set. The operator needs a certain time between the measurements to clean the test station and restock it with a new sample.

In the UNID menu item set the measurement unit for diameter and thickness.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the UNID item in the

SETT menu.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the PAUS item in the

SETT menu.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required pause time [s].

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required measurement unit.

You can select millimeter (MM) or inch (INCH).

Adjustment range of pause time: 0 — 10 seconds 3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

5.6 – Hours

5.3 – Calibration position

In the CPOS menu item the calibration position is set.

ERWEKA recommends setting 0.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the HOUR item in the

SETT menu.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the CPOS item in the

SETT menu.

The HOUR menu item belongs to the time setting. Set the hours here.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required calibration position.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required value for hours.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

5.7 – Minutes

5.4 – Hardness units

In the UNIH menu item set the measurement unit for hardness.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the MINU item in the

SETT menu.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the UNIH item in the

SETT menu.

The MINU menu item belongs to the time setting. Set the minutes here.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required measurement unit.

You can select Newton (N), Strong Cobb (SC) or

Kilopond (KP).

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required value for minutes.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

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5.8 – Day 5.11 – Newton Factor

The DAY menu item belongs to the date setting. Set the day here.

In the NFCT menu item you can read the Newton factor, but not change it!

1. Using the left arrow keys select the DAY item in the

SETT menu.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the NFCT item in the

SETT menu.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required day.

2. Press Stop/Exit to return to the SETT menu.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

5.9 – Month

The MONT menu item belongs to the date setting. Set the month here.

The Newton factor is an internal calibration factor for the load cell and electronics. This value is saved after each calibration in the device‘s memory.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the MONT item in the

SETT menu.

5.12 – Language

In the LANG menu item you can select German or English as a menu language.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the LANG item in the

SETT menu.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required month.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

5.10 – Year

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required language (GERM or ENGL).

The YEAR menu item belongs to the date setting. Set the year here.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the YEAR item in the

SETT menu.

5.13 – Version

In the VERS menu item you can read the firmware version number, but not change it!

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required year.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the VERS item in the

SETT menu.

2. Press Stop/Exit to return to the SETT menu.

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5.14 – Date format 5.16 – Terminology

In the DATF menu item you can select the European or

American date display format.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the

SETT menu.

DATF item in the

In the TERM menu item you can select between calibration/control and justification/calibration. The terminology change is shown in the corresponding device menus and protocols.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the TERM item in the

SETT menu.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required date format.

(EURO = Day:Month:Year = DD/MM/YYYY or

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required terminology.

USA = Year:Month:Day =YYYY/MM/DD) 3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

5.17 – Automatic determination

5.15 – Method

In the METH menu item you can set the measurement method for hardness.

When using the automatic determination function you do not need to enter the nominal thickness and diameter before the test because the device determines them automatically.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the METH item in the

SETT menu.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the AUTO item in the

SETT menu.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required measurement method.

(SPED = constant speed or FORC = constant force)

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the ON option to switch this function on.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

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5.18 – Printer 5.20 – Automatic measurement

In this menu item select the printer type according to the used printer. Select between internal (built-in) and external (conventional, e.g. HP

®

LaserJet or portable, e.g. Martell) printer. The printed protocols differ (see

Appendix

).

In this menu item activate or deactivate the automatic measurement for each tablet.

This function is available for devices of

TBH 125 TD type only.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the PRIN item in the

SETT menu.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the AUME item in the

SETT menu.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required printer type.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the ON option to activate this function.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

When activating this function the pause in the PAUS submenu is set to 0 (see

5.2 – Pause

).

5.19 – Printer language

In this menu item select the printer language according to the used external printer. For a conventional printer

(e.g. HP

®

LaserJet) select PCL and for a portable printer

(e.g. Martel) select ASCII.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the

SETT menu.

PRLG item in the

5.21 – Data output

The data transfer from the device to a PC is optionally possible. In case of this option a RS 232 interface is available on the rear panel of the device.

In this menu item activate the RS 232 interface for data output.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required printer language.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the DOUT item in the

SETT menu.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the ON option to activate this function.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

For the data transfer the PC must be connected with the device through the

RS 232 interface on the rear panel of the device. If the RS 232 interface (option) is not available on the device, deactivate the

DOUT menu item.

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5.22 – Hardness

Activate this function to enable the hardness measurement.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the HARD item in the

SETT menu.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

Activate the function of automatic measurement in the AUTO submenu not to enter the nominal thickness during the measurement (see

5.17 – Automatic determination

).

2. Using the right arrow keys select the ON option to activate this function.

6 – Setting the Speed

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

In the SPED menu set the measurement speed of the movable jaw. The selected measurement speed is printed out in the test protocol.

5.23 – Diameter

Activate this function to enable the diameter measurement.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the DIAM item in the

SETT menu.

Adjustment range: 0.05 — 3.00 mm/s

The default value is 2.3 mm/s.

Precondition for the use of this menu is the selection of the “constant speed” measurement method in the METH item

of the SETT menu (see

5.15 – Method

).

1. Using the left arrow keys select SPED on the ready-for-operation device.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the ON option to activate this function.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

Activate the function of automatic measurement in the AUTO submenu not to enter the nominal diameter during the measurement (see

5.17 – Automatic determination

).

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required speed.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

5.24 – Thickness

Activate this function to enable the thickness measurement.

1. Using the left arrow keys select the THIC item in the

SETT menu.

Comparability of the product break results is only ensured when using the same settings of the speed!

2. Using the right arrow keys select the ON option to activate this function.

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7 – Setting the Force 8 – Switching the Printer on/off

In the FORC menu set the force of the hardness measurement. The selected force is printed out in the test protocol.

In PRIN menu switch the connected printer for printing the test protocols on/off.

Adjustment range: 10 — 300 N/s

1. Using the left arrow keys select PRIN on the ready-for-operation device.

The default value is 20 N/s.

Precondition for the use of this menu is the selection of the “constant force” measurement method in the METH item of the SETT menu (see

5.15 – Method

).

1. Using the left arrow keys select FORC on the ready-for-operation device.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the ON option to activate the printer.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

4. Press Start/Enter to repeat the last printout during the device operation.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the required force.

3. Confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

Comparability of the product break results is only ensured when using the same settings of the force!

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22 TBH 125 – Calibration

9 – Calibration

The device must be calibrated regularly. The user must define the interval for this.

The zeroing process is being performed. At that the jaw moves to the counter-jaw, takes the zero point and returns to its initial position.

In case of high or unexpected measurement deviations a calibration must be performed immediately, even if it is outside the interval!

4. Insert the 10 mm gauge block.

The CALI menu contains the DIAM and HARD items to calibrate the corresponding measurement stations.

5. Start the measurement with the Start/Enter key. The movable jaw moves to the gauge block and registers the second calibration point.

If a printer is connected and the PRIN menu is activated, on completion of a calibration cycle the calibration protocol is printed out automatically. The calibration protocol contains nominal and actual values, current control units and date.

Three different control measurements follow in succession to test the accuracy of the measurement station.

1. Using the left arrow keys select CALI on the ready-for-operation device and confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

6. Insert the 5 mm gauge block.

7. Press the Start/Enter key. The measured value is shown on the display.

8. Insert the 10 mm gauge block.

9. Press the Start/Enter key. The measured value is shown on the display.

2. Using the right arrow keys select the diameter ( DIAM) or hardness ( HARD) to calibrate the corresponding measurement station.

10. Insert the 15 mm gauge block.

The calibration procedures are described in the following sections.

11. Press the Start/Enter key. The measured value is shown on the display.

9.1 – Diameter calibration

1. Select the DIAM item from the Calibration menu.

12. Press the Start/Enter key to return to the Calibration menu.

2. Clean the movable and fixed jaws with a dusting brush.

3. Press the Start/Enter key.

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TBH 125 – Calibration 23

9.2 – Hardness calibration

9.2.1 – Static calibration

The static hardness calibration is done by weighing a calibration weight (30 kg is recommended). Then control measurements follow.

1. Select the HARD item from the Calibration menu.

WARNING

Falling object! Insecure positioning can lead to damages. Be careful when placing the control weights so that they do not fall!

7. Carefully place the required weight (30 kg is recommended).

2. Press the Start/Enter key.

3. Mount the justification adapter onto the jaw.

8. Press Start/Enter to confirm the weight. The new calculated Newton factor will be shown during ca. 2 seconds.

The linearity of the load cell is verified with 3 different control weights now (CON1: 30 kg, CON2: 20 kg, CON3:

10 kg).

9. Place the 30 kg weight.

10. Press the Start/Enter key for the confirmation. The current value is shown on the display.

11. Place the 20 kg weight.

4. Place the device carefully onto the side so that the justification adapter would be at the top.

12. Press the Start/Enter key for the confirmation. The current value is shown on the display.

Ensure that there is no LAN-cable in the port on the right side of the device!

5. Press the Start/Enter key.

13. Place the 10 kg weight.

14. Press the Start/Enter key for the confirmation. The current value is shown on the display.

The current weight, which acts upon the load cell, is shown (not exactly zero because of the justification adapter’s weight).

15. When the calibration is finished, remove the plate and place the device upright again.

6. Zero the weight by pressing the left arrow key.

16. Press the Start/Enter key to return to the Calibration menu.

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24 TBH 125 – Control

9.2.2 – Dynamic calibration

The dynamic hardness calibration is done with Erweka

AutoCal 2.0 Windows

®

XP.

12. Wait until the third control point (nominal value 100 N) is measured. The force measured by the load cell is displayed from the left and the force measured by the

AutoCal – from the right.

1. Plug the Erweka AutoCal 2.0 Windows

®

XP USB stick into the USB port.

2. Select the HARD item from the Calibration menu.

The deviation between the force measured by the load cell (device) and by the

AutoCal can differ in the range of max. ±

1 N! Otherwise you must repeat the calibration! For example:

3. Press the Start/Enter key.

106 N is the force measured by the load cell. 106.8 N is the force measured by the

AutoCal shown 10 times more precisely.

The deviation constitutes only 0.8 N.

4. Place the AutoCal control unit onto the measurement station.

10 – Control

5. Press the Start/Enter key.

In this menu the device calibration is checked. The control is done similar to the calibration.

6. Wait a few seconds. The force measured by the load cell is displayed from the left and the force measured by the AutoCal – from the right.

The CONT menu contains the DIAM and HARD items to control the calibration of the measurement stations.

The measurement range of the calibration and control is ca. ± 10 N from the given nominal values.

1. Using the left arrow keys select CONT on the ready-for-operation device and confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

7. Press the Start/Enter key.

8. Wait until the first control point (nominal value 300 N) is measured. The force measured by the load cell is displayed from the left and the force measured by the

AutoCal – from the right.

2. Using the right arrow keys select between diameter

( DIAM) or hardness (HARD) to control the calibration of the corresponding measurement station.

9. Press the Start/Enter key.

10. Wait until the second control point (nominal value 200

N) is measured. The force measured by the load cell is displayed from the left and the force measured by the AutoCal – from the right.

The control procedures are described in the following sections.

11. Press the Start/Enter key.

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TBH 125 – Control 25

10.1 – Diameter

1. Select the DIAM item from the Control menu.

10.2 – Hardness

10.2.1 – Control of the static hardness calibration

The control of the static hardness calibration is done by weighing calibration weights.

2. Clean the movable and fixed jaws with a dusting brush.

1. Select the HARD item from the Control menu.

3. Press the Start/Enter key.

2. Press the Start/Enter key.

The zeroing process is being performed. At that the jaw moves to the counter-jaw, takes the zero point and returns to its initial position.

3. Mount the justification adapter onto the jaw.

Three different control measurements follow in succession to test the accuracy of the test station.

4. Insert the 5 mm gauge block.

5. Press the Start/Enter key. The measured value is shown on the display.

4. Place the device carefully onto the side so that the justification adapter would be at the top.

Ensure that there is no LAN-cable in the port on the right side of the device!

6. Insert the 10 mm gauge block.

7. Press the Start/Enter key. The measured value is shown on the display.

The hardness calibration is verified with 3 different control weights (CON1: 30 kg, CON2: 20 kg, CON3: 10 kg) in succession.

8. Insert the 15 mm gauge block.

9. Press the Start/Enter key. The measured value is shown on the display.

10. Press the Start/Enter key to return to the Control menu.

WARNING

Falling object! Insecure positioning can lead to damages. Be careful when placing the control weights so that they do not fall!

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26 TBH 125 – Control

5. Place the 30 kg weight.

5. Press the Start/Enter key.

6. Press Start/Enter for the confirmation. The current value is shown on the display.

6. Wait until the force on the first control point (nominal value 300 N) is measured. The force measured by the load cell is displayed from the left and the force measured by the AutoCal – from the right.

7. Place the 20 kg weight.

8. Press Start/Enter for the confirmation. The current value is shown on the display.

7. Press the Start/Enter key.

8. Wait until the force on the second control point (nominal value 200 N) is measured. The force measured by the load cell is displayed from the left and the force measured by the AutoCal – from the right.

9. Place the 10 kg weight.

10. Press Start/Enter for the confirmation. The current value is shown on the display.

9. Press the Start/Enter key.

11. When the control measurements are finished, remove the plate and place the device upright again.

12. Press Start/Enter for the confirmation. The jaw returns to the initial position.

10. Wait until the force on the third control point (nominal value 100 N) is measured. The force measured by the load cell is displayed from the left and the force measured by the AutoCal – from the right.

10.2.2 – Control of the dynamic hardness calibration

The control of the dynamic hardness calibration is done with Erweka AutoCal 2.0 Windows

®

XP.

1. Plug the Erweka AutoCal 2.0 Windows

®

XP USB stick into the USB port.

2. Select the HARD item from the Control menu.

The deviation between the force measured by the load cell (device) and by the

AutoCal can differ in the range of max. ±

1 N! Otherwise you must repeat the calibration! For example:

106 N is the force measured by the load cell. 106.8 N is the force measured by the

AutoCal shown 10 times more precisely.

The deviation constitutes only 0.8 N.

3. Press the Start/Enter key.

4. Place the AutoCal control unit onto the measurement station.

The measurement range of the calibration and control is ca. ± 10 N from the given nominal values.

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TBH 125 – Performing the Measurements 27

11 – Performing the Measurements

The NUMB menu is shown on the display of the switched on device (see

4.4 – Connecting the device and its first switching on

).

1. Specify the number of samples.

CAUTION

Danger of squashing! During the zeroing procedure and the measurement the jaw moves. Do not touch the test station!

6. Place a sample right against the fixed test jaw vertically and as centered as possible to measure its thickness.

7. Press the Start/Enter key. The thickness is being measured.

The tablet thickness will not be measured if this option in the Settings menu is disabled (see

5.24 – Thickness

).

You can enter up to 99 samples. The number of samles entered by you is fixed and applies to all measurements that will be performed after this step.

8. Place a sample right against the fixed test jaw horizontally as centered as possible to measure its hardness and diameter.

2. Confirm the specified number of samples with

Start/

Enter.

9. Press the Start/Enter key. The hardness and diameter are being measured.

Step 3 applies to TBH 125 TD devices only.

Hardness and diameter will not be measured if these options in the Settings menu

are disabled (see

5.22 – Hardness

and

5.23 – Diameter

).

3. Specify the approximate thickness of samples. You can enter values from 0.10 to 28.00 mm. Confirm your entry with Start/Enter.

Step 4 applies to TBH 125 D and TD devices only.

The dust produced in the test process and left on the test station can lead to false measurements. Therefore, it should be removed after each sample. Apply the delivered dusting brush for this purpose.

The number of measurement repetitions (steps 6 — 9) depends on the specified number of samples.

4. Specify the approximate diameter of samples. You can enter values from 2.00 to 28.00 mm. Confirm your entry with Start/Enter.

Start/Enter must not be pressed after each tablet if the function of automatic measurement in the

Settings menu is enabled (see

5.20 – Automatic measurement

).

Steps 3 and 4 are omitted when the function of automatic determination in the Settings menu is enabled (see

5.17 – Automatic determination

).

5. Press the Start/Enter key to zero the test station.

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28 TBH 125 – Results

12 – Results 13 – Statistics

In the REST menu you can view the listed measurement results of the last test.

In the STAT menu you can view the statistic evaluations of the current test.

The measurement results will be stored until the device is switched off or a new test is performed.

The statistic evaluations will be stored until the device is switched off or a new test is performed.

1. Using the left arrow keys select REST on the ready-for-operation device and confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

1. Using the left arrow keys select STAT on the ready-for-operation device and confirm your selection with Start/Enter.

2. Using the left arrow keys scroll the listed results.

2. Using the left arrow keys scroll the statistic values.

The table below represents the specific statistic values for hardness, thickness and diameter of the sample.

Values on the left side indicate the number of tablet and measurement parameter (H for hardness, T for thickness and D for diameter). The measurement results are displayed on the right side.

Designation Explanation

HMIN/TMIN/DMIN

Minimum value of measurement

HMAX/TMAX/DMAX Maximum value of measurement

HM M/TM M/DM M Difference between maximum and minimum value

HAVR/TAVR/DAVR

HSTA/TSTA/DSTA

HREL/TREL/DREL

Average value

Standard deviation

Relative standard deviation

For example, the measurement result for 01T (thickness of the first sample) is 3.93mm.

Interpretation of the first letters in designations:

• H = hardness (break resistance)

• T = thickness

• D = diameter

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TBH 125 – Maintenance 29

14 – Maintenance

14.1 – Cleaning

14.2 – Inspection and maintenance

To guarantee the failure-free operation, it is recommended to clean the device regularly. The device is to be cleaned after each test. The dust must be removed thoroughly.

Read the following instructions before you begin with the cleaning.

Ensure that the device is regularly inspected and each time is clean.

To ensure a long lifetime of your units and systems we recommend regular maintenance performed by our specialized staff.

1. Disconnect the mains supply and, if available, the printer.

HAZARD of electric shock when cleaning the electric devices! Disconnect the mains supply for cleaning the electric devices! Switch the device off and unplug it for cleaning! Clean the electric devices without liquids.

In longer standstills

If the device is not used for a long time, follow the instructions below:

Instructions for cleaning

• Switch the device off and unplug it.

• Dismount additional components.

• Clean the device thoroughly.

• Store the device, its components and manual under conditions defined for the installation environment.

2. Clean the surfaces of the measurement stations to remove the tablet debris.

Non-compliance with the instructions given above can lead to damages!

Note that product residues must be properly disposed of in accordance with the applicable environmental regulations.

14.3 – Spare parts

For thorough cleaning ERWEKA recommends to exhaust the surfaces or apply a soft brush.

Electronic and mechanical replacements are to be made by the ERWEKA personnel or approved by ERWEKA!

Inaccurate measurement results!

Shaking and vibrations can displace the measuring devices. Clean the device carefully.

Pay attention that no particles collect in the guide rails, grooves and chinks.

Only original spare parts or components released by

ERWEKA should be used. Only repairs or changes on the device performed by the ERWEKA technicians or approved explicitly by ERWEKA are to be made.

3. Wipe the device with a soft and slightly damped cloth.

Do not use an excessively damped cloth but slightly damped one. Do not add any chemical cleansing agents to the cleaning water. For the lacquered housing parts use no cleansing agents which attack this material.

If needed, e.g. in case of serious dirtying, use a damp cloth and blot the cleaned surface dry.

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TBH 125 – Appendix 31

Appendix

Example printouts of the protocols

In this chapter you can find the examples of protocols printed from the device.

Calibration protocol

Check protocol

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TBH 125 – Appendix 33

Measurement protocol

In this example the measuring principle of constant speed (here: 2.3 mm/s) was used.

21039 — 4.1

Certifi cate of Compliance for

Konformitätserklärung für

Hardness Tester,

Type TBH 125

We, ERWEKA GmbH, declare under our sole responsibility that the product to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following EU-Directives and harmonized standards:

■ Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014 / 35 / EU

■ Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use; EN 61010-1

■ Electromagnetic Compatibility, (EMC) Directive 2014 / 30 / EU

■ Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use; EN 61326-1

Wir, die ERWEKA GmbH, erklären in alleiniger Verantwortung, dass das Produkt, auf das sich diese Erklärung bezieht, mit folgenden EU-Richtlinien und harmonisierten Normen übereinstimmt:

■ Niederspannungsrichtlinie 2014 / 35 / EU

■ Sicherheitsbestimmungen für elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte; EN 61010-1

■ Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit, EMV-Richtlinie 2014 / 30 / EU

■ Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte, EN 61326-1

Heusenstamm, 22.02.2016

Manfred Koller

-CTO-

ERWEKA GmbH · Ottostr. 20-22 · 63150 Heusenstamm · Germany · Tel: +49 6104 6903-0

Fax: +49 6104 6903-40 · E-mail: [email protected] · www.erweka.com

Managing Director & CEO: Werner G. Müller, Claudia Müller, Manfred Koller · District court Offenbach HRB 2382

ERWEKA GmbH · Ottostr. 20-22 · 63150 Heusenstamm · Germany · Tel: +49 (0) 6104 6903-0

Directors: Claudia Müller, Werner G. Müller · District court Offenbach HRB 2382

Fax: +49 (0) 6104 6903-40 · E-mail: [email protected] · www.erweka.com

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