H 500

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Operation Manual H - 500
1 INSTALLATION
1.1 Setting up
1.2 Front panel illustration
1.3 Mains power connections
1.4 Data Interfaces
1.5 Gas connections
1.6 Adjusting the gas flow
1.7 Adjusting the furnace temperature
2 ANALYSIS
2.1 Working procedure
2.2 Collecting samples of melted steel
2.3 Calibration of the analyser using gas dosing device
2.4 Work breaks
3 MAINTENANCE
3.1 General information
3.2 Installing and removing the reagent tubes
3.3 Filling the reagent tubes
3.4 Replacing the O-rings
3.5 Replacing the combustion tube
4 DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTION
4.1 Measuring principle
4.2 Gas flow system
4.3 Thermoconductivity cell
4.4 Micro controller
4.5 Furnace
5 MISCELLANOUS
5.1 Ordering numbers
5.2 Packing
5.3 Software
5.4 Pre-installation guide
Copyright  2005 by ELTRA GmbH Germany – August 2005 – Operation Manual H-500 0.1-1
1 INSTALLATION
1.1 Setting up
As the device is rather light, ca. 40 kg, there are no strong recommendations concerning
the stability of where it is set up. Due to the balance, the platform should be placed to be
as free of vibration as possible. Placing the furnace to the right of the analyser is generally
recommended. The position of the balance is optional. Generally, placing it on the right is
recommended. The size of a desktop is sufficient for the entire set-up.
Below is an example of installation:
Mo del No.: H 5 00
S erial No.: X X XX XX X XX X
V olts A C: 2 30 +/- 10%
A mps : 0 ,33
W atts : 75
Hz : 5 0-60
E LTRA G mbH
Mai nstr . 85B lock20 D- 41469 Neuss Ger ma ny
Phone: ( 49)213 712822 Fax:( 49) 2137 12513
N it r og en I npu t
2- 4 b ar ( 30 - 60 p si )
9 9, 9% p u re
230 V A C 50 0W m a x
f or bal an c e, pr in t er
and c om p ut er o nl y
F urnace out
2 30V AC +/ -10 % 50/ 60 Hz

0, 33 A 75 W a t t s Furnac e i n Gas out let
4A Fu se slow b low 4A
2-1-1 H500
The environment of the device must not necessarily be air-conditioned, although it is

best if the room temperature remains between 18°C and 25°C.
Under no conditions the device should be placed in direct sunlight ! Avoid places
exposed to the wind of air conditioners or to the wind blowing through open
windows or doors.
1.2 Front panel illustration
1 9
°C
300
1 00 0 200
7 8 100
2
Fu rnace Tempera tu re
Set Point
14
3 10
4
6 00
400
200
5
H 50 0 11
H yd r og e n D et e r mi na t o r
12
1 1,5
PC co n tr o l le d 0 ,5 2
0 2, 5
6
13
1 -3 -1 H 50 0
1 Set point / Furnace temperature display

2 Set point / Furnace temperature switch
3 Temperature adjustment
4 Cock for gas dosing device
5 Flow display 15l/h
6 Adjustable restrictor
7 CO CO2 conversion (Schutze reagent), CO2 trap, H2O trap
8 Carrier gas purification
9 Flow display 15l/h (furnace inlet)
10 Flow display 130l/h (analytical, actuated by the gas pump)
11 Adjustable restrictor for furnace inlet gas flow adjustment
12 Pressure gauge 1,5 bar / 22 psi
13 Mains power switch
14 Furnace
1.3 Mains power connections
As the TC-cell requires about 1 hour to reach a stable operating temperature, it is advisable
to connect the analyser to the mains power first and switch on, before further installation
work is carried out.
This waiting time is only necessary when installing the analyser, because normally it is not
switched off and therefore always in operating temperature.
Model No. :
H 500
Ser ial No. : XXX XXXXX XX
Vol ts A C: 230+ /- 10%
Am ps: 0,33
W att s: 75
Hz: 50- 60
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N it ro ge n In pu t
2 -4 b a r (3 0 -6 0p s i)
9 9, 9 % p ure
2
2 30 V A C 5 0 0W max
f o r ba l an ce , pr i n t er
a nd co mp ut e r on l y
6
5
3
23 0V A C +/ -1 0% 5 0/ 6 0Hz
0 , 3 3A 7 5 Wa t t s
F urna ce ou t
F urna ce i n Ga s out l et
4
4A Fu se s lo w bl ow 4A
7
2-2-1 H500
1 Analyser
2 Computer
3 Monitor
4 Printer
5 Balance
6 Triple power outlet
7 Analyser mains plug
At first only the analyser (1) is plugged in and switched on. Turn the main switch to position 1
(stand-by condition). See 1.2.
All the mains cables should be connected as shown in the schematic above.
The computer (2), the printer (4) and the balance (5) should be plugged into the triple power
outlets (6) on the rear side of the analysis device.
1.4 Data Interfaces
1
2
Balance
PC
Microcontroller
Loader
board UNI 1.4
Part No.18467
Analog I/O Digital I/O
5
3 4
2-3-1
Rear side of UNI 1.4 board:
1 Balance connection (serial)

2 PC connection (serial interface (COM-port))
3 Analog input/output signals
4 Digital input/output signals
5 Autoloader connection
When all the units are connected to the mains power, then data connections can be made.
The plugs are all different from each other, so that they cannot be interchanged. The required
data cables are included if the additional units are supplied. These are adapted to the
interfaces when the analysers are put into operation in our company.
As the balance transfers the weight to the analyser, its serial interface must be programmed.
The computer is already provided with an operating system and software for controlling the
analyser.
NOTE: For all instructions on operating the PC software refer to the Help-function of
the software.
1.5 Gas connections
For the operation of the analyser nitrogen supply is necessary. The necessary tube is
shipped together with the device.
M odel No.: H 500

S er ial No.: X XX X XX X XX X
V olts AC: 230 +/- 10%
A mp s : 0,33
Wa tts : 75
Hz : 50- 60
E LTRA G mb H
M ainst r .85 Bl ock20 D- 41469 N eussG er ma ny
Pho ne:( 49) 2137 1282 2 Fax: (4 9)21 371 2513
1 N i tr o ge n In pu t
2 - 4 b a r (3 0 - 6 0 p si )
9 9 ,9 % p u r e
2 30 V A C 50 0W m a x
f or b a la nc e, p ri nt er
a nd co m pu t er on l y
F urnace out
230 V AC + /-10 % 50 /60 Hz

0 , 33 A 7 5 Wa tt s Fu rn ace i n G as ou tl et
4A Fu se sl ow b lo w 4A
2 2-4-1 H500
The tube connects the device through the fitting (1) with the nitrogen bottle, or nitrogen
supply, through a pressure regulator. This connection must be very secure, given that the
operating pressure in the tube is 2 to 4 bar (30 to 60 psi).
The tube connection (2) is the exhaust for the gas flow system. If desired, the exhaust can be
channelled through a tube into the open air.
NOTE: If the gas dosing device is used for calibration of the analyser, the pure helium gas
supply must be connected to the analyser. The fittings for connection are situated on the rear
side of the analyser and marked as “He in” and “He out”. The pressure on the input is 1 to 2
bar (15 to 30 psi).
1.6 Adjusting the gas flow
5
1 00 0 °C
30 0
200
1 00
Furnace Tem peratur e
Set Point
600
4
40 0
20 0
H 500 3
Hy d ro g e n De t e rmi n at o r 1 1, 5
P C c o nt r ol le d 0 ,5
0 2, 5
2
2
1
1-3-1H500
Before adjusting the furnace input flow assure the following:
The analyser is connected to the nitrogen supply. See 1.5.

Adjust 2 to 4 bar (30 to 60 psi) on the pressure regulator of the Nitrogen supply (nitrogen
cylinder).
Set the main power switch (1) of the analyser to position 2.
Read 1,5 bar on the pressure gauge (2).
Adjust the restrictor (3) to read about 50 l/h on the flow meter (4)
The pump in the analyser is now in operation and the flow of about 10 l/h is displayed on the
upper flow meter (5). This flow is electronically regulated. An external adjustment is neither
necessary nor possible.
1.7 Adjusting the furnace temperature
4
1 0 00 °C
300
200
100
3
Fur nace Temperature
Set Point
2 60 0
4 00
2 00
H 500
H y dr o g en D e te r min a to r 1 1 ,5
P C c on t ro l le d 0,5 2
0 2,5
3 - 1 - 1 H5 0 0
Set the mains power switch (1) to position 1 or 2.
Set the switch (3) to position "Set point".
Set 1000°C on the display (4) by turning the potentiometer (2).
Set the switch (3) to "Furnace temperature".
The display (4) now shows the current furnace temperature.
Normal operation temperature for the H-500 is 1000°C.
2 ANALYSIS
2.1 Working procedure
With the H-500 only steel materials can be analysed.

In this chapter the procedure of analysis is described.
Before carrying out analyses the following must be assured:
The temperature of the analyser has to be stable - at least one to two hours with the
mains switch on position 1.
The moisture trap (5) is checked and, if necessary, it is replaced. See 5.3.
The incoming nitrogen supply must have a pressure of 2 - 4 bar / 30 to 60 psi.
The furnace has reached it’s operating temperature. See 1.7.
The mains switch is set to pos.2 for at least 10 to 15 minutes.
4
°C
30 0
100 0 2 00
5
1 00
3
Fu rnace Te mpe rature
Se t Po in t
2 600
400
200
H 50 0
Hyd ro ge n Det er mi na to r 1 1 ,5
P C c on tr ol l ed 0 ,5 2
0 2,5
3- 1 - 1H 5 00
1. The sample must be weighed before carrying out the analysis.

The balance is tared by pressing the TARE button. A pin sample of about 5 grams is
placed on the balance. Sample weight must be entered into the software.
the software.
Sample weights:
The sample weight depends on the H concentration, on the sensitivity of the TC-cell
and on the response of the sample inside the furnace. The usual sample size for steel
is 50 mm of length and 5 mm in diameter. The weight is around 5 g.
The suggested sample size limits are:

length = 75 mm and diameter = 6 mm.
There is no weight limit, the bigger the sample the higher the peak, which is an
advantage. The bigger the diameter, the longer the analysis, more time is needed for
the hydrogen to be released from the sample. For this reason, instead of taking bigger
samples, it is rather advisable to take more than one sample for an analysis.
(two, three or four pins of normal size).
2. The sample is placed into the entrance of the furnace.
Place the furnace in a horizontal position, see drawing A. Insert the sample into the tube
of the furnace, about 15 mm from the opening of the tube. Leave the sample in that
position for about 10 to 15 seconds
3. Analysis procedure is started.

Press “Start” button in the “Analysis control” window of the software. Analysis procedure is
initiated.
4. The sample is entered into the furnace’s hot area.

As soon as the “Analysis” appears in the “Status” window of the software lift the furnace
holding it by the handle until the sample slides into the hot area of the furnace, see
drawing B. The furnace then is turned back to the horizontal position.
A B C
The analysis then runs, and no more handling is necessary. The TC cell signals can be
observed and followed on the PC screen.
5. The sample is removed from the furnace after analysis ends.

At the end of the analysis, the handle of the furnace is moved down to enable the sample
to drop out of the furnace into a thermally safe pot. See drawing C.
CAUTION: Do not catch the falling sample with your hands! Very hot!
2.2 Collecting samples of melted steel
The specially designed evacuated pin tubes collect melted steel samples. The sample should
be stored in liquid nitrogen or dry ice, until the analysis takes place. These pin tubes are
made up of a thick section A and a thin section B.
With a special pin tube holder, the pin tube is held and immersed with the thin section B into
the melted steel. The heat opens the thin section and the vacuum sucks the steel into the pin
tube.
CAUTION:
Some of the hydrogen contained in the sample is lost at high temperatures. The purpose of
the analysis is to establish the true content of hydrogen in the sample. It is therefore
necessary to take the sample and to cool it down as fast as possible immersing it in water.
During the immersion knock on the sample to brake off the surrounding of the pin tube. Do
not leave the sample in the water, because bubbles tend to accumulate on the surface, which
reduces the efficiency of cooling, and thus even more hydrogen from the sample will be lost.
Preparing the sample for the analysis.

To prepare the sample, cut a section of correct dimension. Use an abrasive sawing machine
ensuring that plenty of coolant is used.
The sample must not exceed a length of 60-70 mm and a diameter of 6-8 mm. Normally there
is a layer of heavy oxide on the surface of the sample which needs to be removed. Finally the
sample is washed in acetone and then rinsed in ether. A quick blast from a hot air dryer will
remove the ether.
It is possible to remove the solvent using a vacuum chamber. The vacuum method is most
efficient if the sample has a micro porosity and some of the solvent has entered the cracks.
2.3 Calibration of the analyser using gas dosing device
The H-500 is equipped with the gas dosing device for gas calibration. The calibration gas is
helium.
1 9
°C
300
1 00 0 200
7 8 100
2
Fu rnace Tempera tu re
Set Point
14
3 10
4
6 00
400
200
5
H 50 0 11
H yd r og e n D et e r mi na t o r
12
1 1,5
PC co n tr o l le d 0 ,5 2
0 2, 5
6
13
1 -3 -1 H 50 0
The gas calibration is carried out as follows:
1. Assure, that the calibration gas supply pressure on the input of the analyser is 1-2 bar.
2. The conditions before starting making analyses has to be met as well. See 2.1. The
furnace temperature is irrelevant for the gas calibration procedure.
3. Pull the knob (4) of the gas dosing cylinder rod. It will move out for app. 5 mm.
4. Rotate the adjustable flow restrictor (6) counter clockwise to purge and fill the calibration
volume of gas dosing device with calibration gas. The flow rate of the gas passing through
the calibration volume can be observed on the flow display (5). 10 l/h for several seconds
are sufficient for this purpose.
5. Afterwards, stop the calibration gas flow by turning the adjustable flow restrictor (6)
clockwise. Wait until the gas flow on the flow display (5) drops completely. Wait another 30
seconds.
6. Enter 1000 mg as a sample weight into the software and start the analysis. As soon as
“Analysis” is displayed in the status window of the software, push the knob (4) of the gas
dosing cylinder rod. It will move in for app. 5 mm, to initial position.
7. Analysis runs automatically. The analysis results, which will be used for calibration, are
displayed on the screen and saved after analysis is finished. The standard value, which
has to be entered for the calibration can be found near the gas dosing cylinder, behind the
left side panel of the analyser.
the software.
2.4 Work breaks
The mains switch of the H-500 analyser has 3 positions:
0 – Off
1 – Stand by
2 – Operation
During work breaks, e.g. lunch breaks, the mains switch remains on position 2. During
longer interruptions, e.g. after finishing work for the day, the mains switch is set to position 1
(standby). The analyser' s thermostatic control is then still working and no long warm-up time
is needed when re-starting the analyser. Energy consumption and wear are negligible on
standby. The analyser is designed for long term use, so that no damage results.
The mains switch is set to pos.2 for about 10-15 minutes before starting the first analysis. Air
and any moisture which has entered the analyser are expelled by the nitrogen flow. The
slight influence which the nitrogen flow has on the temperature of the TC-cell, is balanced
out.
The mains switch is only set to zero for safety reasons or when the analyser is not in use for a
long time (more then several days).
3 MAINTENANCE
3.1 General information
There are chemicals used in H-500 analyser which become saturated with the time or after
certain number of analyses were carried out and must be replaced periodically. The accuracy
of the analyses results depends greatly on the quality and condition of the chemicals,
therefore their importance should not be underestimated.
The periodicity of replacing the chemicals depends on the carrier gas purity, intensity of use of
the analyser and the material of analysed samples. The chemicals can be replaced with
certain periods or as soon as the saturation signs are visible, i.e. more then half of the
chemical is saturated. In common case, the following periods are valid:
Every 50 analyses:
Replace the content of the left glass tube on the front panel of the analyser. See 3.3.
Every 100 analyses:

Replace the content of the right glass tube of the analyser. See 3.3.
The chemicals used in the analyser have visual signs of saturation:
Chemical Saturation sign

Magnesium perchlorate the particles do not move separately, but stick together
Sodium hydroxide changes from black to light grey
Shutze reagent changes from yellow to brown (red-brown)
NOTE:
It is not possible to dry the magnesium perchlorate and use it again, as it is chemically
changed after reacting with the moisture.
Magnesium perchlorate is a very strong oxidative material! The local safety
precautions for handling the chemicals must be followed in any case.
In order not to miss, but to carry out maintenance in time, the deficiency counters can be
specified in the software (Refer to the help function of the software).
IMPORTANT:
There are qualities of chemicals such as anhydrone, ascarite, Shutze reagent etc. which
have been specially developed for analytical instruments. The commonly available materials
serve their specific purposes either inadequately or not at all.
The magnesium perchlorate which is commonly available, causes a memory effect and
affects repeatability. Another typical effect is that the analysis takes too long and is often not
even completed. This effect also occurs with magnesium perchlorate of suitable quality if it
is saturated.
The commonly available sodium hydroxide binds CO2 very inadequately at room
temperature, whereas the special quality not only binds extremely well at room temperature
but also contains an indicator.
The glass tubes and the O-rings should be lubricated with high vacuum silicon grease and
not with ordinary silicone grease.
The user is free to test commonly available materials; the analyser will not be damaged. If
problems should arise, however, suitable materials, in proper, unsaturated condition, should
be used, before calling technical service.
The chemical containers must be closed very tightly, immediately after use, so that they do
not become contaminated with air moisture or CO2.
3.2 Installing and removing the reagent tubes
To replace the reagent tubes:

The reagent tubes are first lifted, then swung to one side, detached diagonally downwards and
emptied.
IMPORTANT:
The dimensions for filling the glass tubes given in the schematic of 3.3-2 should be respected
in all cases.
When, for example, there is not enough quartz wool in the bottom of the glass tube, it is
possible that dust forming magnesium perchlorate can fall through and block the fitting
below. This can damage the analyser and the TC-cell.
The components are refitted in reverse order.
3.3 Filling the reagent tubes
Chemical Function
Magnesium perchlorate (anhydrone) moisture trap
Sodium hydroxide CO2 trap
Schutze reagent conversion CO to CO2
The reagent tubes are replaced when they are saturated. See 3.1.
Please refer to the following schematics to identify the glass tubes on the analyser.
In addition to the reagents in the glass tube, fill the bottom end of the tube with annealed
glass wool. One should pay attention that the glass wool should be only as thick as
necessary, otherwise the flow of gas can be choked. Under no conditions should the amount
of glass wool be less than that given in the following schematics, since fine particles of
magnesium perchlorate can pass through the wool and collect itself at the bottom of the
tube, causing severe damage.
At both ends of the glass tube, you should leave sufficient space for the gas connections to
be fitted. The free space at the tube ends serve as sealing space. They must be cleaned
after filling. The O-rings must be cleaned. Both the O-rings as well as the sealing area of
the tube must be greased with high vacuum silicon grease. This eases the assembly as
well as the disassembly and further improves the seal.
The assembly of the tubes follows in reverse order from the procedure given in 3.2.
1000 °C
5 15
Furnace Temperature
4 20
60
15 3
15
Se t Point
2
15
75
3
30
6 1
H 500 85
2
H ydr oge n D et ermi nato r 1 1 ,5
PC co ntr olle d 0 ,5 2
30 0 2 ,5
1
5
6- 4 - 2
Filling quantities ± 20 %
1 Glass wool 90331

2 Magnesium perchlorate (anhydrone) 90200
3 Sodium hydroxide (ascarite) 90210
4 Schutzes reagent 90270
5 Free (empty)
6 Holding device 47200
3.4 Replacing the O-rings
The O-rings (70230) are only replaced when they can no longer adequately seal, due to
severe damage or age. When removing the old O-rings, be sure that the sealing area of the
fittings is not damaged. The groove in which the old O-rings sat must be cleaned, so that it is
completely free of grease.
The new O-rings should under no-circumstances be greased before installing, only after
installation. Otherwise, the O-rings will turn with the glass tubes when trying to remove it.
70 2 3 0
°C
300
1 0 00 200
100
Furnac e Tem perature
Set Point
7 0 2 30 60 0
4 00
2 00
H 5 00
H yd ro g en D e te rm i na to r 1 1 ,5
P C c o nt ro lle d 0 ,5 2
0 2,5
70 2 3 0
70 2 3 0
1 - 3 - 1 H5 0 0
3.5 Replacing the combustion tube
4 3
1
5
2
6 - 1- 1 H 5 0 0
The replacement of the combustion tube is carried out in the following order:
1. Remove the plastic tube (1) together with the copper tube (2) from the combustion tube
inlet (3).
2. Remove the plastic tube (4) together with the copper tube (5) from the outlet of the
combustion tube.
3. Pull the combustion tube (3) out of the front of the furnace.
4. Install a new combustion tube in reverse order.
It is advisable to grease the ends of the combustion tube with silicon grease before connecting
the plastic tubes. This will enable an easy removal of the plastic tubes for the next replacement
4 DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTION
4.1 Measuring principle
The measuring method is based on the principle of sample heating, which releases
hydrogen and the subsequent analysis through thermal conductivity measurement.
The analytical flow amount is held constant through an electronic flow controller at 10 l/h
(when not otherwise specially adjusted).
The moisture trap along the gas flow system, ensures that a dry gas is supplied to the
TC-cell.
The TC-cell produces a signal that corresponds to the hydrogen concentration in the
gas mixture. This signal is electronically linearized, integrated, divided by the sample
weight and the percentages of hydrogen is shown digitally.
Since the sample weight is considered, the displayed measurement results are
independent of the weight. For this purpose, the sample is weighed before the analysis
and its weight is transferred from the balance to the PC software.
4.2 Gas flow system
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47690
18 PVC Schlauchverbindung
PVC Schlauch
Vitonschlauch
Vitonschlauch 12 10
Filter
C
OUT
47132
7
IN Controlled
17 130l/h
Controlled 19
15l/h 47696
Ga s p ump
PVC Schlauch
Vitonschlauchverbindung
16
Filter
yellow gre y
CO > CO
²
6
CO
²
8
H O CO
² ² PVC Schlauch
9
5
H O
4 PVC Schlauch
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1
1. 5
0. 5 2
ba r
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0 2 .5
15 13 P r es su re
PVC Schlauch 1 . 5 b a r
Flo w se nso r
swit c h
TC CELL
14 3
green blue Pre ssu re
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Vitonschlauch PVC Schlauch
PVC Schlauch
1.5bar
0. 35bar/ 5. 3psi 22p si
1,5Ox40mm 2
Vitonschlauch Vitonschlauch Pr ess ur e
Vitonschlauchverbindung r egu la to r
Vitonschlauch
1
controlled
Eichgas
15 l/h
20
22 Pr ess ur e
r egula to r
23 Vitonschlauch
21 A
Vitonschlauch 0 . 3 5 b a r
Inject Fill CO > CO Schutzes reagent

²
CO ² Trap sodium Hydroxid
H O Trap Magnesium perchlorate
²
Vitonschlauch
Eich Volumen
0,5Ox150mm
Gas flow diagram H-500
CO
Vitonschlauch
²B 47910
1 Carrier gas inlet 13 CO CO2 conversion, CO2- H2O-trap
2 Pressure regulator 1,5 bar 14 Pressure regulator 0,35 bar
3 Carrier gas stop valve 15 TC-cell
4 Pressure switch 16 Filter
5 Pressure gauge 17 Analytical flow meter (pump)
6 Furnace inlet flow adjustment 18 Filter
7 Furnace inlet flow meter 19 Gas pump
8 Carrier gas purification 20 Pressure regulator (gas calibration)
9 T-piece for TC’s reference flow 21 Adjustable restrictor
10 Furnace input 22 Flow meter
11 Furnace 23 Gas dosing cylinder
12 Furnace output
The nitrogen supply is connected at the inlet (1) of the gas system. Nitrogen of normal
technical purity, such as it is available in metal tanks, with a purity of 99.5% is entirely
suitable.
The nitrogen inlet pressure should be 2 to 4 bar, which is then regulated by the pressure
regulator (2) inside the analyser to 1.5 bar, as shown on the pressure gauge (5). Any pressure
fluctuation of the external nitrogen supply has no influence on the accuracy of the
measurements.
The carrier gas stop valve (3) is connected to the mains switch. It is closed (no voltage on the
coil) if the mains switch is in pos. 0 or 1 and opened if the mains switch is in pos. 2, thus
supplying the carrier gas flow to the analyser only when analyser is in operation.
The pressure switch (4) switches the pump on if the carrier gas pressure is more then 1 bar,
thus preventing the pump from sucking the atmospheric air, when there is no carrier gas
supply.
The furnace input flow is adjusted by the restrictor (6) to at least 50 l/h and can be observed
on the flow meter (7). This flow is fed into the furnace inlet (10).
Impurities in the nitrogen are absorbed into the attached trap (8). The top half of this trap is
filled with a CO2 absorber, and the bottom half with a moisture absorber. Magnesium
perchlorate (anhydrone) acts as a H2O absorber witch catches any moisture from the gas.
Sodium hydroxide acts as a CO2 absorber.
At the furnace outlet (12), the hydrogen from the sample, simultaneously with the nitrogen, is
sucked by the low pressure created by the pump, and is fed out at a flow rate of 10 l/h. This
flow out of the furnace is lower than the flow rate that comes into the (open) inlet. The
difference is expelled from the furnace inlet. This prevents air from entering the combustion
area.
The Schutzes reagent in the glass tube (13) converts CO to CO2, in case any CO is created
in the furnace. The CO2 and H2O in the gas mixture are trapped as well by sodium hydroxide
and magnesium perchlorate correspondingly.
Once the measuring gas is dried up, it is fed through the TC-cell (15). It is here where the gas
measurement takes place.
Finally, the gas is fed through the upper flow meter (17) on the front side of the analyser. The
displayed value must stay at constant 10 l/h.
The flow is maintained by a pump (19) and it is electronically controlled.
The calibration gas (He) is supplied to the input of the pressure regulator (20). The adjustable
flow restrictor (21) and flow meter (22) are used to adjust the flow which will purge and fill the
calibration volume of the gas dosing cylinder (23).
4.3 Thermoconductivity cell
The thermoconductivity cell detects changes of the contents by measuring the thermal
conductivity. The thermal conductivity is not absolutely measured, but in relationship to a
reference to get a better resolution. This reference is normally the pure carrier gas.
1 Thermo-stabilised cell
2 Measuring channel
3 Reference channel
4 Thermistors
5 Amplifier
6 Electronic unit
There are two channels in the cell (1); the measuring channel (2) in which the analysis gas
streams, and the reference channel (3) with the pure carrier gas.
In each channel there are two thermistors (4) which detect every change of the thermal
conductivity of the surrounding with a change of their electric resistance. The thermistors are
connected as a Wheatstone-bridge for a measurement with a constant current.
The signal of the thermistors is amplified by an amplifier (5) and gets into the micro controller
(6). The base line is automatically set to zero, so that no adjustment is necessary. The
thermo-stabilisation takes care that the surrounding has no influence on the cell.
4.4 Micro controller
The micro-controller module (MCU) contains all components for signal processing and
control sequencing. It is working exclusively under the control of the PC software,
gathering signals for sending to the PC-software and outputting signals received from the
PC-software. The communication between MCU and PC is taking place via serial interface
(RS-232).
The zero point of the every TC-cell signal is automatically corrected. This correction takes
place always, except two cases:
during analysis, it is freezed, after passing the stability-check before analysis’ start;
it is disabled during performing the base-line test;
The signal from the TC-cell is integrated to calculate the analysis result. The integration
starts at the beginning of the analysis and ends after a pre-set minimum time. If the
combustion should take longer, the integration is prolonged. In so doing, the detector
signal is compared to a comparator level. The integration continues as long as the
measurement signal is higher than the comparator level. When it falls below this level, the
integration is stopped. Should the measurement signal remain above the comparator level,
the analysis is interrupted by a pre-set maximum time. Then the integration is also
completed.
The integral value is directly proportional to the H content in the combustion gases. The
blank value is deducted from the integral value.
The signal is then multiplied by the calibration value. By dividing it further by the sample
weight, a result is obtained which is not dependent on the weight.
If the multipoint calibration is defined, the result will be corrected accordingly to the
curvature of the multipoint characteristic.
Afterwards result is directly shown as % H on the PC screen.
For the instructions on operating the PC-software, please, refer to the Help-function
of the Software.
4.5 Furnace
The combustion furnace is a resistance furnace.
The temperature is adjustable up to 1100°°C.
The furnace is fully electronically controlled and therefore has no transformer. The set point
of the temperature is manually adjustable and is shown on the digital display at a resolution
of 1°C.
The actual value is measured by a PtRh-Pt- thermocouple. Both signals are fed to the
differential input of an extremely sensitive amplifier. The output signals of this amplifier
controls the electronic power, so that the actual value (and therefore the temperature) is
exactly the same as the temperature setting.
A further sensor reads the environmental temperature and corrects the reference point of the
thermocouple, so that variations in the environmental temperature have no influence of the
furnace temperature.
The electronic controlling supplies the heating element with continuous power through
phase angle control. This helps to ensure that the temperature is held constant, in contrast to
the normal Off / On regulation. Therefore the temperature can be digitally displayed within
1°C, without up or down variations. Through providing a continuos level of power, temperature
variations of the heating wire are largely eliminated, so that a maximal operating life of the
furnace can be achieved.
5 MISCELLANOUS
5.1 Ordering numbers
Front side:
7 02 30
12: 01 12 3456780/ 0 14 5220 . 4mg
3.86 ppm H 3 00
200
12
00
100
C LR M e nu C al
N r. bl mg 15 08 3
Enter S TO P STAR T
1 11 8 5
70 2 30
7 0 23 0
600
°C 1 10 6 4
1 0 00
400
1 50 85
200
47 20 0
Furnace Temperature
Set Poi nt 11 06 4
1 14 8 0
1 1 ,5
0, 5 2
7 20 1 0
0 2 ,5
7 0 23 0 1 11 8 5
H- 50 0 3 58 50
Hydrogen De terminator 7 02 30
1- 3- 1H 50 0
11064 Reagent tube

11185 Paper filter
11480 Adjustable restrictor
35850 Main power switch
47012 Electronic unit
47200 Clamping fixture
70230 O-ring
72010 Pressure gauge
Rear side:
M odel No.: CS 500 BALANCE CO MPUTER

S er ia l No.: XXX XXXXXXX
PRINTER
Volt s AC: 230 +/-10%
A mps : 0,33
Watts : 75
Hz : 50-60
ELTRA Gm bH
Mai ns
t r. 85Bl o
c k 20D- 41469Neus s Ger many
Phone:( 49)2 13712822 Fa
x : (4 9) 2
1 37 12
5 13
DIGITAL ANAL OG
1 1492
O x y ge n In pu t
2- 4 bar ( 30 - 60ps i )
9 9, 9% pu r e
230V A C 500W max

f or balanc e, pri nter
and c omput er only
11035
Fu rn ac e ou t
230V A C +/ - 10% 50/ 60H z

0, 33A 75 W att s F ur na ce in Ga s o ut let
4A Fuse slow blow 4A
1 - 3 -1 H 5 0 0
11035 Cooling fan

11492 Pressure regulator
5.2 Packing
a t le a st 1 0 cm a t l e as t 10 cm
Fo a m o r c hi p s
1 2 : 0 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 /0 1 4 5 2 2 0 .4 m g
m
3 .86 p pm H
12
00
3 0
2 0 c
5
1 0
C LR M e nu Cal
1
Nr. bl m g
E n ter STO P STAR T
o
t
60 0
90 0 °C
40 0
20 0
F ur n ace T em pera tu re
0
Set Point 1
t
1 1,5
s
a
0 ,5 2
e
0 2 ,5
l
H- 50 0
Hydrogen Determinator
t
a
Soft foam S of t f o am
Wo o d en ca se
Before packing the analyser and the furnace must be wrapped in plastic foil to protect them
from moisture and dust, and then to be placed in a wooden case. The wrapped analyser and
furnace should be surrounded by a layer of foam (chips) of at least 10cm, in order to avoid
any damage due through transport.
Especially the foam where the analyser and furnace are put on is very important. It should be
neither too hard nor too soft. When the foam is too soft, the analyser will practically touch the
wood. Fix the foam on the bottom of the wooden case by gluing.
The analyser and furnace should be wrapped in plastic foil, especially when you use chipsor
any other kind of material in small pieces.
The glass tubes must be empty.
5.3 Software
For the instructions on operating the PC-software, please, refer to the Help-function of the
Software.
5.4 Pre-installation guide
The following requirements apply when installing the Analyser Eltra H-500:
Carrier gas: Nitrogen 99.99% pure; 2 - 4 bar (30 - 60 psi).
Main power supply: 230 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz; 20 A fuse.
Analyser dimension: 75 x 52 x 60 cm.
Analyser weight: ca. 40 Kg
The balance should rest on a vibration free support.
Connections for nitrogen and compressed air; outer diameter = R¼".

(The tubes supplied together with the analyser have a connector with G¼" inner diameter).
Copyright © 2005 by ELTRA GmbH Germany – March 2005 – Operation Manual H-500 5.4-2
Inspection and Quality Certificate
We herewith confirm that the ELTRA products manufactured according to the quality and
quantity you require.
Thanks to a thorough inspection before shipment, the instrument, together with its
accessories, the consumption materials and spare parts, are free of manufacturing defects
and will provide excellent performance.
When treated in a proper way for the required application, according to the specifications
from our offer, our order acknowledgement and in accordance with our catalogue
specifications, the above products will show good results, and therefore will be used to
your entire satisfaction.
Y. Polemitis 2005-09-07
Name Date Signature

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Below is an example of installation:

V olts A C: 2 30 +/- 10%

2 30V AC +/ -10 % 50/ 60 Hz

The environment of the device must not necessarily be air-conditioned, although it is

1 Set point / Furnace temperature display

Vol ts A C: 230+ /- 10%

Analog I/O Digital I/O

Rear side of UNI 1.4 board:

1 Balance connection (serial)

M odel No.: H 500

V olts AC: 230 +/- 10%

230 V AC + /-10 % 50 /60 Hz

Furnace Tem peratur e

Before adjusting the furnace input flow assure the following:

The analyser is connected to the nitrogen supply. See 1.5.

Set the mains power switch (1) to position 1 or 2.

Set the switch (3) to position "Set point".

Set 1000°C on the display (4) by turning the potentiometer (2).

Set the switch (3) to "Furnace temperature".

The display (4) now shows the current furnace temperature.

Normal operation temperature for the H-500 is 1000°C.

2.1 Working procedure

With the H-500 only steel materials can be analysed.

Before carrying out analyses the following must be assured:

1. The sample must be weighed before carrying out the analysis.

The suggested sample size limits are:

2. The sample is placed into the entrance of the furnace.

3. Analysis procedure is started.

4. The sample is entered into the furnace’s hot area.

5. The sample is removed from the furnace after analysis ends.

Preparing the sample for the analysis.

The gas calibration is carried out as follows:

The mains switch of the H-500 analyser has 3 positions:

3.1 General information

Every 100 analyses:

The chemicals used in the analyser have visual signs of saturation:

Chemical Saturation sign

To replace the reagent tubes:

The components are refitted in reverse order.

1 Glass wool 90331

Furnac e Tem perature

4.1 Measuring principle

Inject Fill CO > CO Schutzes reagent

Afterwards result is directly shown as % H on the PC screen.

The combustion furnace is a resistance furnace.

The temperature is adjustable up to 1100°°C.

5.1 Ordering numbers

11064 Reagent tube

M odel No.: CS 500 BALANCE CO MPUTER

230V A C 500W max

230V A C +/ - 10% 50/ 60H z

4A Fuse slow blow 4A

11035 Cooling fan

E n ter STO P STAR T

The glass tubes must be empty.

Carrier gas: Nitrogen 99.99% pure; 2 - 4 bar (30 - 60 psi).

Main power supply: 230 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz; 20 A fuse.

Analyser dimension: 75 x 52 x 60 cm.

Analyser weight: ca. 40 Kg

The balance should rest on a vibration free support.

Connections for nitrogen and compressed air; outer diameter = R¼".

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