Weathering Tester features advanced digital control system.
Press Release Summary:
Available in low voltage or standard voltage options, Ci5000 Xenon-arc Weather-Ometer® is suited for large capacity, accelerated laboratory weathering. Both models include full-color TFT touchscreen with intuitive icons, embedded control system that replaces PLC controller, and digital network for accurate control and monitoring of data. Digital control offers color trend plot screen, smart media card interface, and smart sensors that communicate status to touch panel at power-up.
Original Press Release:
Atlas Introduces New Advanced Digital Control System for Ci5000 Weather-Ometer®
Two new models with improved functionality, scalability and ease-of-use meet exacting test parameters
March 13, 2008, CHICAGO IL - Atlas, the recognized leader in weathering testing, is pleased to introduce two new Ci5000 Xenon-arc Weather-Ometers® with enhanced digital control to give operators more flexibility and control of accelerated weathering testing. Now available in a low voltage or standard voltage option, the Ci5000 is the perfect weathering instrument for large capacity, accelerated laboratory weathering.
Some of the most notable changes for both units include:
o Modern, full-color TFT touch screen display with intuitive icons for easier interpretation of operating parameters and warnings
o Embedded control system that replaces the PLC controller of the previous generation
o Analog control circuits that have been replaced with a robust digital network for more reliable and accurate control and monitoring of the data
o Significantly increased memory capacity, allowing for additional features and functions previously managed by external controllers - such as water resistance and lamp water temperature
o The ability for operators to more efficiently analyze instrument performance, monitor test parameters, and perform calibration procedures
Among other features and benefits of the new control system are:
o Sub-cycle repeat programming for copying standards and saving them as templates
o Full-color trend plot screen with large memory
o Smart media card interface for test data portability
o Smart sensors that communicate their status to the touch panel at power-up
o Streaming data output formatted for compatibility with modern laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
The advanced digital control system is built with scalability for future upgrades. New software versions will simply be uploaded via the interface.
The low voltage model will use the same high-quality 12 kW water-cooled lamp, but the unit has been redesigned to use the same incoming line voltage as the discontinued Ci65A series Weather-Ometer. As control systems and repair parts for these older instruments are becoming obsolete or hard to source, Atlas has made it easier than ever to replace those units. For customers running standard ASTM, SAE, or AATCC test cycles, there will be no need to upgrade the incoming power to your lab. The Ci5000 low voltage model will be capable of running at the same irradiance levels as the Ci65A. If it becomes necessary to run test methods with higher irradiance levels (0.70 W/m2 @ 340 nm or higher), the instrument can be retrofitted in the field to accommodate these tests. *
For more information about the new Ci5000 advanced control system, please contact a sales representative at (773) 327-4520 or info@atlas-mts.com. Visit the Atlas website at www.atlas-mts.com.
* Customer must supply appropriate incoming line voltage/current to accommodate the increased wattage necessary to run high irradiance tests. Call Atlas for specifications and details.
About Atlas Material Testing Technology
Atlas® is a recognized leader in material testing, offering a complete line of instruments and services for accelerated and natural weathering. The Atlas Consulting Group helps clients develop the best weathering processes for their products, as well as offers education and training courses worldwide. For accelerated laboratory and outdoor testing, Atlas Weathering Services Group has five laboratories and over 20 outdoor exposure sites around the world in a variety of climates, including desert, subtropical, high-altitude and corrosive. Atlas Material Testing Technology is ISO 17025 and ISO 9001:200 registered. Atlas products are designed and manufactured to conform to international, national and industry standard test methods including ISO, ASTM, DIN, JIS and numerous others.
