Fluke 9170-X-R-256 Field Metrology Well w/ Reference Thermometry

Description

The Fluke 9170-X-R-256 Field Metrology Well with Built-in Reference Thermometry can be used for temperature calibration applications across a number of sectors including the pharmaceutical industries. It can be used to calibrate a number of temperature sensing instruments including temperature probes, thermometers and thermal switches.

Like its sister product, the Fluke 9170-X-256 Field Metrology Well, this instrument has a temperature range of -45°C to 140°C and is available in seven models which differ only in regards to their disc inserts. For further information, please see the table below.

Product Code	Product Name	9170 Disc Insert Name	Disc Insert Part Number	Hole Types
9170-A-R-256	Fluke 9170-A-R-256 Field Metrology Well with Built-in Reference Thermometry	A	9170-INSA	Misc Holes
9170-B-R-256	Fluke 9170-B-R256 Field Metrology Well with Built-in Reference Thermometry	B	9170-INSB	Comparison Holes
9170-C-R-256	Fluke 9170-C-R-256 Field Metrology Well with Built-in Reference Thermometry	C	9170-INSC	0.25-inch Holes
9170-D-R-256	Fluke 9170-D-R-256 Field Metrology Well with Built-in Reference Thermometry	D	9170-INSD	Metric Comparison Holes
9170-DW-R-256	Fluke 9170-DW-R-256 Field Metrology Well with Built-in Reference Thermometry	DW	N/A	INDICATES THAT A DISC IS NOT INCLUDED
9170-E-R-256	Fluke 9170-E-R-256 Field Metrology Well with Built-in Reference Thermometry	E	9170-INSE	Metric Misc Holes with 0.25-inch Ref Hole
9170-F-R-256	Fluke 9170-F-R-256 Field Metrology Well with Built-in Reference Thermometry	F	9170-INSF	Metric Comparison Misc Holes with 0.25-inch Ref Hole
For a visual indication of how these discs will appear, please see the attached datasheet listed under 'Technical Specifications'.

However, unlike its sister product, the Fluke 9170-X-R-256 Field Metrology Well includes integrated reference thermometry. This additional feature facilitates the metrology well’s ability to accept and read 100Ω, 25Ω and 10Ω PRTs. It is compatible with every Fluke PRT and can be used to read thermometer probes to an accuracy of ±0.006°C (at 0°C). Adding to its accuracy is its ability to accept unique ITS-90 characterisation coefficients from these PRTs, thereby allowing the operator to utilise the accuracy of these thermometers. Moreover, the integrated reference thermometry is supplied with a traceable, accredited calibration.

In fact, the whole unit has been calibrated using accredited, traceable PRTs and this, combined with the inclusion of Fluke’s patent-pending proprietary electronics, helps to maintain the instrument’s full-range ±0.1°C accuracy.

Maintaining accuracy and reliability is at the forefront of this product's design and, to this end, it has been optimised to reduce the effects of temperature gradients, loading impacts and hysteresis. Its accredited calibration helps to reduce the hysteresis to 0.025°C, whilst this instrument’s well design and dual-zone (analogue and digital) control minimise temperature gradients and loading effects.

This instrument includes a well with a depth of 160mm (6.3-inches) which both facilitates the instruments ability to create and maintain temperatures as low as -45°C, as well as ensure that the probes-under-investigation are fully immersed, thereby ensuring that all the probe’s characteristics (such as the location and size of the sensor, the width and mass of the probe and its lead wires) are accounted for and tested. This depth also reduces loading effects to (up to) ±0.005°C (at -35°C).

The Fluke 9170-X-R-256 Field Metrology Well is able to provide the user with a homogenous temperature zone spanning 60mm from the bottom of the well. It is also capable of proving an axial/ vertical uniformity of up to ±0.02°C within the well (at 0°C) and radial uniformity between wells of ±0.01°C over its full temperature range.

In addition to this, the Fluke 9170-X-R-256 Field Metrology Well has a full range stability of ±0.005°C, again working to maintain its reliability and accuracy.

As indicated above, the Fluke 9170-X-R-256 Field Metrology Well does not compromise on the six critical components of performance (calibrated display accuracy, stability, axial uniformity, radial uniformity, loading effects and hysteresis) outlined by the EA-10/13. It combines this excellent performance with an ergonomic design ensuring that the user is equipped with the stability and accuracy of a bath calibrator but with the convenience and practicality of a dry well tester.

This temperature calibrator has been designed to be rugged, compact and lightweight, ensuring that it can be used in a variety of environments, including hard-to-access places. Its large, LCD display allows the user to view the block temperature, built-in reference thermometer temperature, cut-out temperature, stability criteria and ramp rate. It includes a numeric keypad and on-screen menus, as well as a function button allowing the user to select his/her desired temperature unit (°C or °F), allowing the user’s to configure the instrument to his/her needs. Menus can be set to display in English, French or Chinese.

Using the simple and intuitive interface, the user is able to access four pre-programmed calibration tasks into which he/she can enter up to eight temperature set points and any necessary ‘ramp and soak times’. The Fluke 9170-X-R-256 Field Metrology Well also includes a Switch Test protocol that zeros in on the ‘dead-band’ for thermal switches.

The adaptability of this instrument is further extended by the inclusion of an RS-232 serial interface and Fluke’s Interface-It Software. These features can be used together in order to access and adjust the Fluke 9170-X-R-256 Field Metrology Well’s functions remotely from a PC. Using this software and interface the operator can conduct calibration procedures and view results remotely.

Alternatively, the Fluke 9170-X-R-256 Field Metrology Well can be used with Fluke’s MET/ TEMP II Software (NOT included) in order to perform automated calibrations of RTDs, thermocouples and thermistors.

The Fluke 9170-X-R-256 Field Metrology Well with Built-in Reference Thermometry is a versatile, accurate, reliable, adaptable and practical temperature calibrator, suitable for use within an array of industries.

Fluke 9170-X-R-256 Field Metrology Well with Built-in Reference Thermometry Key Features

Can be used for temperature calibrations across a number of industry sectors
Ideal for temperature calibration applications in the pharmaceutical industry
Calibrate temperature sensing instruments such as temperature probes, thermometers and thermal switches
Temperature range: -45°C to 140°C
Available in seven models with different disc inserts
Includes integrated reference thermometry
Accepts 100Ω, 25Ω and 10Ω PRTs
Integrated reference thermometry can be used to read temperature probes to an accuracy of ±0.006°C (at 0°C)
Can utilise the accuracy of PRTs as it can accept ITS-90 characterisation coefficients
Integrated reference thermometry is supplied with a traceable, accredited calibration
Calibrated using accredited, traceable PRTs
Includes Fluke’s patent-pending proprietary electronics
Display accuracy of ±0.1°C
Hysteresis: 0.025°C
Dual-zone (analogue and digital) control
Well depth of 160mm (6.3-inches)
Well depth ensures that temperature probes can be fully immersed
Loading effects: up to ±0.005°C at -35°C
Provides a homogeneous temperature zone spanning 60mm from the bottom of the well
Axial uniformity of up to ±0.02°C
Radial uniformity: ±0.01°C over the full temperature range
Full range stability of ±0.005°C
Fulfils the six critical components of performance outlined by the EA-10/13
Compact, lightweight, rugged design
Large, LCD display
View the block temperature, built-in reference thermometer temperature, cut-out temperature, stability criteria and ramp-rate on the display
Function button for selecting between temperature measurement units (°C or °F)
Menus can be set to English, French or Chinese
Includes four pre-programmed calibration tasks into which eight temperature set points and ‘ramp and soak times’ can be added
Switch Test protocol zeros in on the ‘dead-band’ for thermal switches
RS-232 serial interface
Supplied with Fluke’s Interface-It Software
Use the RS-232 and above software to view results and operate the metrology well remotely
Can be used with Fluke’s MET// TEMP II Software (NOT included)
A versatile, accurate, reliable, adaptable and practical temperature calibrator

What’s Included?

Your Choice of Fluke 9170-X-R-256 Field Metrology Well – Choice of Insert
Fluke Interface-It Software

Tech Specs

Fluke 9170-X-R-256 Field Metrology Well with Built-in Reference Thermometry Technical Specifications

General Specifications
Range (at 23°C ambient)	–45°C to 140°C (–49°F to 284°F)
Display accuracy	±0.1°C full range
Stability	±0.005°C full range
Axial uniformity	±0.1°C at –45°C
	±0.04°C at –35°C
	±0.02°C at 0°C
	±0.07°C at 140°C
Radial uniformity	±0.01°C full range
Loading effect (with a 6.35 mm reference probe and three 6.35 mm probes)	±0.02°C at –45°C
	±0.005°C at –35°C
	±0.01°C at 140°C
Hysteresis	0.025°C
Well depth	160 mm (6.3 in)
Resolution	0.001°C
Display	LCD, °C or °F, user-selectable
Key pad	Ten key with decimal and ± button. Function keys, menu key, and °C / °F key.
Cooling time	44 min: 23°C to –45°C
	19 min: 23°C to –30°C
	19 min: 140°C to 23°C
Heating time	32 min: 23°C to 140°C
Heating time	45 min: –45°C to 140°C
Size (H x W x D)	366 x 203 x 323 mm (14.4 x 8 x 12.7 in)
Weight	14.2 kg (31.5 lb)
Power	115 V AC (±10%), or 230 V AC (±10%), 50/60 Hz, 550 W
Computer interface	RS-232 Interface with 9930 Interface-it control software included
Traceable calibration (NIST)	Data at –45°C, 0°C, 50°C, 100°C, and 140°C
Built-in Reference Thermometry Specifications
Temperature range	–200°C to 962°C (–328°F to 1764°F)
Resistance range	0 Ω to 400 Ω, auto-ranging
Characterizations	ITS-90 subranges 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11 Callendar-Van Dusen (CVD): R₀, a, b, d
Resistance accuracy	0 Ω to 20 Ω: 0.0005 W 20 Ω to 400 Ω: 25 ppm
Temperature accuracy (does not include probe uncertainty)
10 Ω PRTs:	±0.013°C at 0°C
	±0.014°C at 155°C
	±0.019°C at 425°C
	±0.028°C at 700°C
25 Ω and 100 Ω PRTs:	±0.005°C at –100°C
	±0.007°C at 0°C
	±0.011°C at 155°C
	±0.013°C at 225°C
	±0.019°C at 425°C
	±0.027°C at 661°C
Resistance resolution	0 Ω to 20 Ω: 0.0001 Ω 20 Ω to 400 Ω: 0.001 Ω
Measurement period	1 second
Probe connection	4-wire with shield, 5-pin DIN connector
Calibration	NVLAP accredited (built-in reference input only), NIST-traceable calibration provided

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SKU	Fluke 9170-X-R-256
Manufacturer Part Code	3015957