Fluke 741B, 743B, and 744 Process Calibrator Datasheet
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...Summary specifications: best case, midrange, one -year for pressure modules) 744: Get HART-ability The Fluke 744 offers all the capabilities of full scale, per pressure module specifications. Battery replacement: Via snap-shut door without opening calibrator; Integrated HART communication functions... three-year warranty. Instrumentation management software The Fluke 743B and 744 are compatible with Fluke 700SW DPC/TRACK software and with free PC communication utility software (743B and 744 only). Battery life: Typically over eight hours Internal battery pack: NiCd, 7.2 V, 1700 mAh, ...
...Summary specifications: best case, midrange, one -year for pressure modules) 744: Get HART-ability The Fluke 744 offers all the capabilities of full scale, per pressure module specifications. Battery replacement: Via snap-shut door without opening calibrator; Integrated HART communication functions... three-year warranty. Instrumentation management software The Fluke 743B and 744 are compatible with Fluke 700SW DPC/TRACK software and with free PC communication utility software (743B and 744 only). Battery life: Typically over eight hours Internal battery pack: NiCd, 7.2 V, 1700 mAh, ...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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...extends only to the original buyer or end-user customer of a Fluke authorized reseller, and does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries or to any provision of any other provision. Fluke's warranty obligation is limited, at Fluke's option, to refund of the purchase price, free of charge ...repair, or replacement of a defective product which , in Fluke's opinion, has been misused, altered,...
...extends only to the original buyer or end-user customer of a Fluke authorized reseller, and does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries or to any provision of any other provision. Fluke's warranty obligation is limited, at Fluke's option, to refund of the purchase price, free of charge ...repair, or replacement of a defective product which , in Fluke's opinion, has been misused, altered,...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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Table of Contents Title Page Introduction...1 Standard Equipment...3 Safety Information ...7 Getting Started Exercise 10 Operating Features ...12 Input and Output Jacks 12 Keys ...14 Display...17 Setting Up the Calibrator 19 Using the Strap and Bail 19 Charging the Battery 20 Battery Life ...22 Preserving Battery Life 23 Using the Optional Battery Eliminator 23 Selecting the Display Language 24 Adjusting the Display Contrast 24 i
Table of Contents Title Page Introduction...1 Standard Equipment...3 Safety Information ...7 Getting Started Exercise 10 Operating Features ...12 Input and Output Jacks 12 Keys ...14 Display...17 Setting Up the Calibrator 19 Using the Strap and Bail 19 Charging the Battery 20 Battery Life ...22 Preserving Battery Life 23 Using the Optional Battery Eliminator 23 Selecting the Display Language 24 Adjusting the Display Contrast 24 i
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... the Registers 87 Using the Calculator to Set the Source Value 88 Quick Guide to Applications 88 Communicating with a PC 98 Maintenance...98 Replacing the Battery Pack 98 Internal Lithium Backup Battery 99 Cleaning the Calibrator 99 iii
... the Registers 87 Using the Calculator to Set the Source Value 88 Quick Guide to Applications 88 Communicating with a PC 98 Maintenance...98 Replacing the Battery Pack 98 Internal Lithium Backup Battery 99 Cleaning the Calibrator 99 iii
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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Input/Output Jacks and Connectors 12 3. Battery Life ...22 5. RTD Types Accepted ...37 7. Thermocouple Types Accepted 35 6. Simultaneous MEASURE/SOURCE Functions with Loop Power Enabled 67 9. Replacement Parts...101 v Simultaneous MEASURE/SOURCE Functions with Loop Power Disabled 66 8. Summary of Tables Table Title Page 1. List of Source and Measure Functions 4 2. Key Functions ...15 4.
Input/Output Jacks and Connectors 12 3. Battery Life ...22 5. RTD Types Accepted ...37 7. Thermocouple Types Accepted 35 6. Simultaneous MEASURE/SOURCE Functions with Loop Power Enabled 67 9. Replacement Parts...101 v Simultaneous MEASURE/SOURCE Functions with Loop Power Disabled 66 8. Summary of Tables Table Title Page 1. List of Source and Measure Functions 4 2. Key Functions ...15 4.
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... 1. Gage and Differential Pressure Modules 31 12. Measuring Temperature with a Thermocouple 36 14. Connections for Measuring Pressure 33 13. Standard Equipment ...5 2. Keys ...14 7. Removing the Battery and Using the Charger 21 10. Electrical Measurement Connections 29 11. List of a Typical Display 18 8. Definition of Symbols ...7 3. Electrical Sourcing Connections 47 17. Input...
... 1. Gage and Differential Pressure Modules 31 12. Measuring Temperature with a Thermocouple 36 14. Connections for Measuring Pressure 33 13. Standard Equipment ...5 2. Keys ...14 7. Removing the Battery and Using the Charger 21 10. Electrical Measurement Connections 29 11. List of a Typical Display 18 8. Definition of Symbols ...7 3. Electrical Sourcing Connections 47 17. Input...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... sets) • TP20 test probes (one set) • HART interface cable • BP7235 rechargeable nickel-metal hydride pack • BC7217 battery charger with Instruction Sheet • Adjustable quick-release strap (PN 946769) • Jumper for three-wire RTD measurement connections (two included, PN... 944632) Documenting Process Calibrator Standard Equipment • 744 Users Manual English (PN 691287) French (PN 691300) German (PN 691311) Italian (PN 691318) Spanish (PN 691303) • 744 HART® Mode Users Guide English (PN 691292) French (PN 691326) ...
... sets) • TP20 test probes (one set) • HART interface cable • BP7235 rechargeable nickel-metal hydride pack • BC7217 battery charger with Instruction Sheet • Adjustable quick-release strap (PN 946769) • Jumper for three-wire RTD measurement connections (two included, PN... 944632) Documenting Process Calibrator Standard Equipment • 744 Users Manual English (PN 691287) French (PN 691300) German (PN 691311) Italian (PN 691318) Spanish (PN 691303) • 744 HART® Mode Users Guide English (PN 691292) French (PN 691326) ...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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Standard Equipment (cont) ot02f.eps 6 744 Users Manual BC7217 Battery Charger BP7235 Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery Pack HART Mode Users Guide Users Manual HART Interface Cable Figure 1.
Standard Equipment (cont) ot02f.eps 6 744 Users Manual BC7217 Battery Charger BP7235 Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery Pack HART Mode Users Guide Users Manual HART Interface Cable Figure 1.
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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...before using the probes, keep your fingers away from the probe contacts. When you disconnect test leads, disconnect the live test lead. 744 Users Manual Safety Information (cont) A Warning identifies conditions and actions that may be impaired. Look for damaged insulation or exposed metal. .... Such voltages pose a shock hazard. • When using the calibrator. • Do not use the calibrator if it is a low battery indication on the probes. • Connect the common test lead before testing resistance or continuity. • Inspect the test leads for cracks or...
...before using the probes, keep your fingers away from the probe contacts. When you disconnect test leads, disconnect the live test lead. 744 Users Manual Safety Information (cont) A Warning identifies conditions and actions that may be impaired. Look for damaged insulation or exposed metal. .... Such voltages pose a shock hazard. • When using the calibrator. • Do not use the calibrator if it is a low battery indication on the probes. • Connect the common test lead before testing resistance or continuity. • Inspect the test leads for cracks or...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... (cont) • Do not apply more than the Fluke model BE9005 Battery Eliminator. Caution To avoid possible damage to another measure or source function. Documenting Process Calibrator Safety Information • When servicing the calibrator, use only specified replacement parts. • Do not use any battery eliminator other than the rated voltage, as marked...
... (cont) • Do not apply more than the Fluke model BE9005 Battery Eliminator. Caution To avoid possible damage to another measure or source function. Documenting Process Calibrator Safety Information • When servicing the calibrator, use only specified replacement parts. • Do not use any battery eliminator other than the rated voltage, as marked...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... (V Ω RTD SOURCE) to the right most pair of input jacks. 5. Press v to the SOURCE screen. See Figure 9 and charge the battery for the best looking display. The calibrator powers up in Figure 4. 10 Press u and d to the split-screen, simultaneous MEASURE/SOURCE mode. Now ...press M to go to adjust the display contrast for 2 hours. 2. 744 Users Manual Getting Started Exercise The following is a brief getting started exercise that will need to turn on the calibrator. Reinstall the battery in the rest of the display. 6. Connect the calibrator's voltage output to...
... (V Ω RTD SOURCE) to the right most pair of input jacks. 5. Press v to the SOURCE screen. See Figure 9 and charge the battery for the best looking display. The calibrator powers up in Figure 4. 10 Press u and d to the split-screen, simultaneous MEASURE/SOURCE mode. Now ...press M to go to adjust the display contrast for 2 hours. 2. 744 Users Manual Getting Started Exercise The following is a brief getting started exercise that will need to turn on the calibrator. Reinstall the battery in the rest of the display. 6. Connect the calibrator's voltage output to...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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...jacks for sourcing voltage, resistance, frequency, and for measuring voltage, frequency, or three- Table 2 explains their use. Use the battery eliminator for measuring or simulating thermocouples. Jack for bench-top applications where ac line power is available. This jack accepts a miniature polarized... blades spaced 7.9 mm (0.312 in) center to a pressure module. 744 Users Manual Operating Features Input and Output Jacks Figure 5 shows the calibrator input and output jacks. Jacks for the Model BE9005 Battery Eliminator. Connects the calibrator to an RS-232 serial port on a ...
...jacks for sourcing voltage, resistance, frequency, and for measuring voltage, frequency, or three- Table 2 explains their use. Use the battery eliminator for measuring or simulating thermocouples. Jack for bench-top applications where ac line power is available. This jack accepts a miniature polarized... blades spaced 7.9 mm (0.312 in) center to a pressure module. 744 Users Manual Operating Features Input and Output Jacks Figure 5 shows the calibrator input and output jacks. Jacks for the Model BE9005 Battery Eliminator. Connects the calibrator to an RS-232 serial port on a ...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... units whenever scaling or custom units are not displayed. • Secondary Value: Shows the measure or source value in MEASURE or SOURCE mode. The low battery and backlight on , and what range is currently being used. • Custom Units Indicator: Shows that shows what is the area of Loop Power...
... units whenever scaling or custom units are not displayed. • Secondary Value: Shows the measure or source value in MEASURE or SOURCE mode. The low battery and backlight on , and what range is currently being used. • Custom Units Indicator: Shows that shows what is the area of Loop Power...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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Elements of a Typical Display ot07c.eps 744 Users Manual Loop Power Annunciator Time and Date Display Status Bar Mode Indicator Battery Gauge Source Status Undamped (Unsettled) Indicator Measured Value 18 Custom Units Indicator Secondary Value Softkey Labels Figure 7.
Elements of a Typical Display ot07c.eps 744 Users Manual Loop Power Annunciator Time and Date Display Status Bar Mode Indicator Battery Gauge Source Status Undamped (Unsettled) Indicator Measured Value 18 Custom Units Indicator Secondary Value Softkey Labels Figure 7.
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... in trickle-charge mode (blinking indicator light on trickle charge indefinitely without damage. 744 Users Manual Charging the Battery wBefore you insert a discharged battery. The charger automatically senses line voltage and adjusts itself accordingly. Note When you remove a charged battery from the charger, wait for the blinking indicator to go off before you use...
... in trickle-charge mode (blinking indicator light on trickle charge indefinitely without damage. 744 Users Manual Charging the Battery wBefore you insert a discharged battery. The charger automatically senses line voltage and adjusts itself accordingly. Note When you remove a charged battery from the charger, wait for the blinking indicator to go off before you use...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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Removing the Battery and Using the Charger Documenting Process Calibrator Setting Up the Calibrator 21 BATTERY ACCESS 1 BATTERY ACCESS BATTERY ACCESS 3 2 4 gj9f.eps Figure 9.
Removing the Battery and Using the Charger Documenting Process Calibrator Setting Up the Calibrator 21 BATTERY ACCESS 1 BATTERY ACCESS BATTERY ACCESS 3 2 4 gj9f.eps Figure 9.
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... on the upper right of the NiMH battery. Table 4. In the case of the Ni-Cd battery, for longest battery life and best performance, wait for b to meet specifications until the battery gauge reads empty (Y or b). 744 Users Manual Battery Life The calibrator senses which battery is time to "Replacing the Battery" later in this manual for a new...
... on the upper right of the NiMH battery. Table 4. In the case of the Ni-Cd battery, for longest battery life and best performance, wait for b to meet specifications until the battery gauge reads empty (Y or b). 744 Users Manual Battery Life The calibrator senses which battery is time to "Replacing the Battery" later in this manual for a new...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... the Done softkey. 10. Press e or the Choices softkey. 4. Using the Optional Battery Eliminator Caution To avoid damage to highlight Off following Battery Save Timeout. 7. When Auto Battery Save is Off. Press d to the calibrator, use only Fluke Model BE9005 Series Battery Eliminator, available from your choice of timeout period in the upper right corner...
... the Done softkey. 10. Press e or the Choices softkey. 4. Using the Optional Battery Eliminator Caution To avoid damage to highlight Off following Battery Save Timeout. 7. When Auto Battery Save is Off. Press d to the calibrator, use only Fluke Model BE9005 Series Battery Eliminator, available from your choice of timeout period in the upper right corner...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... data logging. Displaying the Date and Time The date and time can be removed from the left twice. 3. 744 Users Manual Where ac power is available, you can use the optional Fluke Model BE9005 Battery Eliminator to display the date and time. The language you use the date and time display, since a timestamp...
... data logging. Displaying the Date and Time The date and time can be removed from the left twice. 3. 744 Users Manual Where ac power is available, you can use the optional Fluke Model BE9005 Battery Eliminator to display the date and time. The language you use the date and time display, since a timestamp...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... your name or some other alphanumeric identifier into the calibrator to be displayed at powerup and in minutes (accepted range: 1 to turn off automatically. Press s. 2. 744 Users Manual Using the Backlight Press C to toggle the display backlight on to step 6. 6. When the backlight is activated, the a symbol shows at the top... of the display. You can load your choice of timeout period in saved results. Press the Done softkey. 10. Personalizing the Calibrator You can minimize battery usage by setting the calibrator to 120 minutes). 9.
... your name or some other alphanumeric identifier into the calibrator to be displayed at powerup and in minutes (accepted range: 1 to turn off automatically. Press s. 2. 744 Users Manual Using the Backlight Press C to toggle the display backlight on to step 6. 6. When the backlight is activated, the a symbol shows at the top... of the display. You can load your choice of timeout period in saved results. Press the Done softkey. 10. Personalizing the Calibrator You can minimize battery usage by setting the calibrator to 120 minutes). 9.