Fluke 741B, 743B, and 744 Process Calibrator Datasheet
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....com Summary specifications: best case, midrange, one -year for pressure modules) 744: Get HART-ability The Fluke 744 offers all the capabilities of the 741B plus the ability to use PCs or that require traditional paper forms. It has storage capacity for a ... capabilities of the 743B, plus a PC interface that don't use the Fluke 744 to monitor, control, and calibrate HART instrumentation. Ordering information Fluke-741B Documenting Process Calibrator Fluke-743B Documenting Process Calibrator Fluke-744 Documenting Process Calibrator For more information, go to 8,000 readings ...
....com Summary specifications: best case, midrange, one -year for pressure modules) 744: Get HART-ability The Fluke 744 offers all the capabilities of the 741B plus the ability to use PCs or that require traditional paper forms. It has storage capacity for a ... capabilities of the 743B, plus a PC interface that don't use the Fluke 744 to monitor, control, and calibrate HART instrumentation. Ordering information Fluke-741B Documenting Process Calibrator Fluke-743B Documenting Process Calibrator Fluke-744 Documenting Process Calibrator For more information, go to 8,000 readings ...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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...by a court of competent jurisdiction, such holding will be returned to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Fluke. 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 is returned...Following warranty repair, the product will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. Eindhoven, The Netherlands 5/94 Box 9090 Everett WA 98206-9090 U.S.A Fluke Europe B.V. Since some countries or states do not allow limitation of the term of an implied...
...by a court of competent jurisdiction, such holding will be returned to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Fluke. 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 is returned...Following warranty repair, the product will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. Eindhoven, The Netherlands 5/94 Box 9090 Everett WA 98206-9090 U.S.A Fluke Europe B.V. Since some countries or states do not allow limitation of the term of an implied...
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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744 Users Manual Displaying the Date and Time 24 Using the Backlight 26 Personalizing the Calibrator 26 Using Measure Mode...28 Measurement Ranges 28 Measuring Electrical Parameters 28 Testing Continuity ...30 Measuring Pressure 30 Measuring Temperature 34 Using Thermocouples 34 Using Resistance-Temperature Detectors (...Linear-Output Transmitters 41 Square-Law Process Variables 42 Measuring or Sourcing with Custom Units 43 Using the 700-IV Current Shunt 44 Damping Your Measurements 44 Using Source Mode ...46 Sourcing Electrical Parameters 46 Simulating a 4 to 20 mA Transmitter 48...
744 Users Manual Displaying the Date and Time 24 Using the Backlight 26 Personalizing the Calibrator 26 Using Measure Mode...28 Measurement Ranges 28 Measuring Electrical Parameters 28 Testing Continuity ...30 Measuring Pressure 30 Measuring Temperature 34 Using Thermocouples 34 Using Resistance-Temperature Detectors (...Linear-Output Transmitters 41 Square-Law Process Variables 42 Measuring or Sourcing with Custom Units 43 Using the 700-IV Current Shunt 44 Damping Your Measurements 44 Using Source Mode ...46 Sourcing Electrical Parameters 46 Simulating a 4 to 20 mA Transmitter 48...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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Contents (continued) Using Manual Step 60 Using Auto Step 61 Ramping the Output 62 Simultaneous Measure/Source 65 Calibrating a Process Instrument 68 Generating "As Found" Test Data 68 Adjusting the Transmitter 73 "... Memory 83 Data Logging ...83 Recording Min and Max Measurements 86 Running a Preloaded Task 86 Clearing Memory ...86 Using the Built-in Calculator 87 Saving to and Recalling from the Registers 87 Using the Calculator to Set the Source Value 88 Quick Guide to Applications 88 Communicating with a PC 98 Maintenance...98...
Contents (continued) Using Manual Step 60 Using Auto Step 61 Ramping the Output 62 Simultaneous Measure/Source 65 Calibrating a Process Instrument 68 Generating "As Found" Test Data 68 Adjusting the Transmitter 73 "... Memory 83 Data Logging ...83 Recording Min and Max Measurements 86 Running a Preloaded Task 86 Clearing Memory ...86 Using the Built-in Calculator 87 Saving to and Recalling from the Registers 87 Using the Calculator to Set the Source Value 88 Quick Guide to Applications 88 Communicating with a PC 98 Maintenance...98...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... 12. Measuring Temperature with an RTD 40 16. Standard Equipment ...5 2. Input/Output Jacks and Connectors 13 6. Removing the Battery and Using the Charger 21 10. Using a Jumper Correctly 39 15. Keys ...14 7. Using the Bail and Installing the Strap 19 9. Connections for Measuring Pressure 33 13. Electrical Sourcing Connections 47 17. Measuring Temperature...
... 12. Measuring Temperature with an RTD 40 16. Standard Equipment ...5 2. Input/Output Jacks and Connectors 13 6. Removing the Battery and Using the Charger 21 10. Using a Jumper Correctly 39 15. Keys ...14 7. Using the Bail and Installing the Strap 19 9. Connections for Measuring Pressure 33 13. Electrical Sourcing Connections 47 17. Measuring Temperature...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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A summary of the manual. Documenting Process Calibrator Introduction The Fluke 744 Documenting Process Calibrator (hereafter referred to read measurements when the input is unstable. Or, you troubleshoot, calibrate, verify, and document your work on...the calibrator is a batterypowered, hand-held instrument that lets you set the display to English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish. The ability to use the HART communication feature. The calibrator lets you can manually enter an external temperature reference. A setup option that measures and sources electrical and physical ...
A summary of the manual. Documenting Process Calibrator Introduction The Fluke 744 Documenting Process Calibrator (hereafter referred to read measurements when the input is unstable. Or, you troubleshoot, calibrate, verify, and document your work on...the calibrator is a batterypowered, hand-held instrument that lets you set the display to English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish. The ability to use the HART communication feature. The calibrator lets you can manually enter an external temperature reference. A setup option that measures and sources electrical and physical ...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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...425-356-5500 Or visit us on the World Wide Web: www.fluke.com To contact Fluke, call: USA and Canada: 1-888-99-FLUKE (1-888-993-5853) Europe: +31 402-678-200 Japan: ...accessible registers containing measure and source values. An optional bar code wand for transmitters and limit switches using split screen MEASURE/SOURCE mode. Trip detect is either a 1 V change or a continuity status .... For performance testing and calibration instructions order the 74X Series Calibration Manual (PN 602505). 744 Users Manual The ability to automatically log up to the next. Display of measurements in...
...425-356-5500 Or visit us on the World Wide Web: www.fluke.com To contact Fluke, call: USA and Canada: 1-888-99-FLUKE (1-888-993-5853) Europe: +31 402-678-200 Japan: ...accessible registers containing measure and source values. An optional bar code wand for transmitters and limit switches using split screen MEASURE/SOURCE mode. Trip detect is either a 1 V change or a continuity status .... For performance testing and calibration instructions order the 74X Series Calibration Manual (PN 602505). 744 Users Manual The ability to automatically log up to the next. Display of measurements in...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... Ω Platinum (3916) pPressure 27 modules ranging from 0 to 10,000 psi (69,000 kPa) Note sLoop Power 24 or 28 V (22 mA max) Note: Use an external hand pump or other pressure source as a pressure stimulus for the source pressure function. 4 H O 2 (2.5 kPa) to 0 to 10 in...
... Ω Platinum (3916) pPressure 27 modules ranging from 0 to 10,000 psi (69,000 kPa) Note sLoop Power 24 or 28 V (22 mA max) Note: Use an external hand pump or other pressure source as a pressure stimulus for the source pressure function. 4 H O 2 (2.5 kPa) to 0 to 10 in...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... explained in accordance with IEC1010-1 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1-92. Definition of Impluse Withstand Voltage protection provided. Use the calibrator only as specified in manual Common (LO) Input equipotentiality Equipment protected throughout by the calibrator may be impaired. Symbols... used on the calibrator and in this manual, otherwise the protection provided by DOUBLE INSULATION or REINFORCED INSULATION Conforms to relevent ...
... explained in accordance with IEC1010-1 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1-92. Definition of Impluse Withstand Voltage protection provided. Use the calibrator only as specified in manual Common (LO) Input equipotentiality Equipment protected throughout by the calibrator may be impaired. Symbols... used on the calibrator and in this manual, otherwise the protection provided by DOUBLE INSULATION or REINFORCED INSULATION Conforms to relevent ...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... metal. Keep your fingers behind the finger guards on the display. Pay particular attention to the following practices: • Do not use the calibrator if it is a low battery indication on the probes. • Connect the common test lead before testing resistance or ... 42 V ac pk, or 60 V dc. Before you disconnect test leads, disconnect the live test lead. When you use the calibrator, inspect the insulating cover. 744 Users Manual Safety Information (cont) A Warning identifies conditions and actions that may be impaired. Check test lead continuity. a Caution...
... metal. Keep your fingers behind the finger guards on the display. Pay particular attention to the following practices: • Do not use the calibrator if it is a low battery indication on the probes. • Connect the common test lead before testing resistance or ... 42 V ac pk, or 60 V dc. Before you disconnect test leads, disconnect the live test lead. When you use the calibrator, inspect the insulating cover. 744 Users Manual Safety Information (cont) A Warning identifies conditions and actions that may be impaired. Check test lead continuity. a Caution...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... terminals, or between any part of the case or cover removed. • Do not operate the calibrator around explosive gas, vapor, or dust. • When using a pressure module, make sure the process pressure line is shut off and depressurized before you connect it to or disconnect it from the pressure module.... • Disconnect test leads before changing to another measure or source function. Safety Information (cont) Warning (cont) • Do not apply more than the Fluke model BE9005 Battery Eliminator.
... terminals, or between any part of the case or cover removed. • Do not operate the calibrator around explosive gas, vapor, or dust. • When using a pressure module, make sure the process pressure line is shut off and depressurized before you connect it to or disconnect it from the pressure module.... • Disconnect test leads before changing to another measure or source function. Safety Information (cont) Warning (cont) • Do not apply more than the Fluke model BE9005 Battery Eliminator.
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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Table 2 explains their use. Use the battery eliminator for sourcing or measuring current, measuring resistance and RTDs, and supplying loop power. Jacks for bench-top applications where ac line power .... Pressure module connector TC input/output wMEAS V jacks wSOURCE mA, MEAS mA Ω RTD jacks wSOURCE V Ω RTD jacks Connects the calibrator to a pressure module. 744 Users Manual Operating Features Input and Output Jacks Figure 5 shows the calibrator input and output jacks. This input does not charge the battery.
Table 2 explains their use. Use the battery eliminator for sourcing or measuring current, measuring resistance and RTDs, and supplying loop power. Jacks for bench-top applications where ac line power .... Pressure module connector TC input/output wMEAS V jacks wSOURCE mA, MEAS mA Ω RTD jacks wSOURCE V Ω RTD jacks Connects the calibrator to a pressure module. 744 Users Manual Operating Features Input and Output Jacks Figure 5 shows the calibrator input and output jacks. This input does not charge the battery.
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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In calculator mode, this key provides the square root function. 9 c key Clears a partial data entry, or zeros the output when in the SOURCE mode. When using a pressure module, zeros the pressure module reading. 15 Key Functions No. Name Description 1 M key Cycles the calibrator through MEASURE, SOURCE, and MEASURE/SOURCE modes. 2 m key ...
In calculator mode, this key provides the square root function. 9 c key Clears a partial data entry, or zeros the output when in the SOURCE mode. When using a pressure module, zeros the pressure module reading. 15 Key Functions No. Name Description 1 M key Cycles the calibrator through MEASURE, SOURCE, and MEASURE/SOURCE modes. 2 m key ...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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744 Users Manual Table 3. In calculator mode, provides the equals arithmetic operator (=). 12 qkey Toggles between resistance and continuity functions in MEASURE mode, or selects the resistance function in SOURCE mode. 13 Numeric keypad Used whenever a numeric entry is required. 14 ...; Adjust the display contrast. keys • Make choices from lists on the display. • Increase or decrease the source level when using the step feature. • In calculator mode, provide arithmetic functions 11 ekey Terminates a numeric entry when setting a source value, or confirms...
744 Users Manual Table 3. In calculator mode, provides the equals arithmetic operator (=). 12 qkey Toggles between resistance and continuity functions in MEASURE mode, or selects the resistance function in SOURCE mode. 13 Numeric keypad Used whenever a numeric entry is required. 14 ...; Adjust the display contrast. keys • Make choices from lists on the display. • Increase or decrease the source level when using the step feature. • In calculator mode, provide arithmetic functions 11 ekey Terminates a numeric entry when setting a source value, or confirms...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... (if set in your choice of engineering units or percent of a typical display. The low battery and backlight on , and what range is currently being used. • Custom Units Indicator: Shows that shows what is the area of the display are custom. The other mode (SOURCE or MEASURE). Documenting Process Calibrator...
... (if set in your choice of engineering units or percent of a typical display. The low battery and backlight on , and what range is currently being used. • Custom Units Indicator: Shows that shows what is the area of the display are custom. The other mode (SOURCE or MEASURE). Documenting Process Calibrator...
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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You can adjust the strap as shown in Figure 8. Figure 8 also shows you unpack the calibrator, attach its carrying strap as necessary to stand the calibrator at a comfortable viewing angle for benchtop use. Using the Bail and Installing the Strap gj8f.eps 19 Setting Up the Calibrator Using the Strap and Bail After you how to open the bail to hang the calibrator on any sturdy Documenting Process Calibrator Setting Up the Calibrator support. Figure 8.
You can adjust the strap as shown in Figure 8. Figure 8 also shows you unpack the calibrator, attach its carrying strap as necessary to stand the calibrator at a comfortable viewing angle for benchtop use. Using the Bail and Installing the Strap gj8f.eps 19 Setting Up the Calibrator Using the Strap and Bail After you how to open the bail to hang the calibrator on any sturdy Documenting Process Calibrator Setting Up the Calibrator support. Figure 8.
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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... the charger and connect the charger to line power. The charger automatically senses line voltage and adjusts itself accordingly. Full charge is automatic. 744 Users Manual Charging the Battery wBefore you insert a discharged battery. Note When you remove a charged battery from the charger, wait for the... light on trickle charge indefinitely without damage. It takes about 2 seconds for the battery charger to go off before you use the calibrator for the blinking indicator to reset. 20 Switching between charging modes is maintained after that time in the external battery charger....
... the charger and connect the charger to line power. The charger automatically senses line voltage and adjusts itself accordingly. Full charge is automatic. 744 Users Manual Charging the Battery wBefore you insert a discharged battery. Note When you remove a charged battery from the charger, wait for the... light on trickle charge indefinitely without damage. It takes about 2 seconds for the battery charger to go off before you use the calibrator for the blinking indicator to reset. 20 Switching between charging modes is maintained after that time in the external battery charger....
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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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. Removing the Battery and Using the Charger Documenting Process Calibrator Setting Up the Calibrator 21
Fluke 744 Users Manual
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...range: 1 to u highlight On, then press e. 5. Turn on the display, you are using the battery eliminator. Press the Done softkey. 10. Press d to the calibrator, use only Fluke Model BE9005 Series Battery Eliminator, available from your choice of the display. Press Done to exit ...softkey. 8. Press the Done softkey or sto exit Setup mode. To change the timeout period, press d to step 6. Enter your Fluke representative. 23 Documenting Process Calibrator Setting Up the Calibrator 6. Preserving Battery Life An optional Auto Battery Save feature turns the calibrator off ...
...range: 1 to u highlight On, then press e. 5. Turn on the display, you are using the battery eliminator. Press the Done softkey. 10. Press d to the calibrator, use only Fluke Model BE9005 Series Battery Eliminator, available from your choice of the display. Press Done to exit ...softkey. 8. Press the Done softkey or sto exit Setup mode. To change the timeout period, press d to step 6. Enter your Fluke representative. 23 Documenting Process Calibrator Setting Up the Calibrator 6. Preserving Battery Life An optional Auto Battery Save feature turns the calibrator off ...