Model 1100 Pressurized Viscometer

with ORCADA™ Software Control System

#130-81-C - With Laptop PC and Padded Carrying Case, 115-Volt

#130-81-1-C - With Laptop PC and Padded Carrying Case, 230-Volt

Instruction Manual
Updated 2/12/2014
Ver. 5.19
OFI Testing Equipment, Inc.
11302 Steeplecrest Dr. · Houston, Texas · 77065 · U.S.A.
Tele: 832.320.7300 · Fax: 713.880.9886 · www.ofite.com
©
Copyright OFITE 2013
 Intro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Table of Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Contents Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Viscometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
System Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Preparing for a Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Software Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Zeroing the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Fluid Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Auto Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Save Rate Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Test Builder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Select Analysis Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Saved Test Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Calibration History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Import/Export . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Bob Shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Main Bearing Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Rotor Nut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Transducer Linearization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

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 For enhanced data collection, OFITE is pleased to introduce the new Model
Intro 1100 Pressurized Viscometer. This fully-automated system accurately deter-
mines the flow characteristics of fracturing fluids and drilling fluids in terms of
shear stress, shear rate, time, and temperature at pressure up to 2500 PSI.

Using the exclusive ORCADA™ software, a computer novice can operate

the Model 1100, and yet the system is versatile enough for advanced
research and demanding test parameters. The rugged Model 1100 is suit-
able for both field and laboratory use. A waterproof case with wheels
makes the unit completely portable.

Components #130-75-02
#130-75-04
Cap O-ring, -036, Viton 75D
Thermocouple O-ring, -002, Viton 75D
#130-75-20 3/16" Spanner Wrench
#130-75-27 3/16" T-handle Allen Key
#130-75-28 1/16" Allen Key
#130-75-70 Waterproof Plastic Case with Casters
#130-78-04 Sample Thermocouple
#130-78-05 Main Seal
#130-78-13 B1 Bob; Hastelloy with Threads for Stainless Steel
#130-78-17 Bob Shaft Bearing
#130-78-18 Bearing, Main Body
#130-78-20 Rotor Cup O-ring, -218, Viton 70D
#130-78-34 Packing Washer
#130-78-36 O-ring, -117, Viton 75D
#130-79-15 Serial Cable; OB9; M/F
#130-81-001 O-ring, -029, Viton 75D
#130-81-002 Internal Pressure O-ring, -034, Viton 75D
#130-81-003 O-ring, -010, Viton 70D
#130-81-04 Spiral Retaining Ring
#130-81-07 Valve Stem
#130-81-071 Rotor, R1 (C276), HP
#130-81-082 Torsion Spring; 1,000 Dyne/cm2
#130-81-084 Torsion Spring; 4,000 Dyne/cm2
#130-81-19 Bearing Retainer
#130-81-21 Seal Nut
#130-81-22 Lower Bearing
#130-81-27 Retaining Ring, VHM-28
#130-81-37 .050 Allen Key
#130-81-38 Seal Nut Wrench
#130-81-169 Shaft Assembly
#132-83 Calibration Fluid; 200 cP; 16 oz; Certified
#135-05 Spring Retaining Ring
#152-38 AC Power Cord; 3-Conductor International (Continental
European)
#153-00 Bottle Brush
#153-55 Silicone Stopcock Grease; Dow Corning; 150g Tube
#153-67 60cc Disposable Syringe
#170-17 Valve Stem O-ring, -008, Viton 75D

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 Optional:
#132-80 100 cP Calibration Fluid; 16 oz.; Certified
#132-82 500 cP Calibration Fluid; 16 oz.; Certified
#152-55 Bath/Circulator; Caron Model 2050W; Refrigerated and
Heated; 115V
#152-55-1 Bath/Circulator; Caron Model 2050W; Refrigerated and
Heated; 230V
#165-44 High-Temperature Thread Lubricant; 1 oz Tube

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 - High Pressure - Up to 2,500 PSI (17.2 MPa)
Features
- High Temperature - Up to 500°F (260°C)

- Low Motor Shear Rates - As low as 0.01s-1

- Portable - The rugged carrying case is designed for field or laboratory

use and is easy to transport.

- Small Footprint - Only 12" x 12" (30 x 30 cm). The all-in-one design
includes the heating mechanism.

- Couette Geometry - Uses traditional Bobs and Rotor for measure-

ments that are easy-to-translate (shear stress range 0-4000
dynes/cm2).

- Computer Controlled - Using the exclusive ORCADA™ software sys-

tem, this viscometer is ideal for advanced research and demanding test
parameters.

- Data Acquisition - Store your data in a text format or in a Microsoft

Excel file for easy access and reporting capabilities.

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 Range of Measurement for Model 1100
Specifications
Rotor - Bob R1B1 R1B2 R1B3 R1B4 R1B5
Basic Data
Rotor Radius, RR (cm) 1.8415 1.8415 1.8415 1.8415 1.8415
Bob Radius, RB (cm) 1.7245 1.2276 0.8622 0.8622 1.5987
Bob Height, L (cm) 7.62 7.62 7.62 3.81 7.62
Shear Gap (cm) 0.117 0.6139 0.9793 0.9793 0.2428
R Ratio, RB/RR 0.9365 0.377 0.468 0.468 0.8503
Max Temperature (°C) 260 260 260 260 260
Min Temperature (°C) 0 0 0 0 0
Shear Stress Range (dyne/cm2)
Spring, 130-81-080 1 - 1000 2 - 2000 4 - 4000 8 - 8000 1 - 1160
Spring, 130-81-082 4 - 4000 8 - 8000 16 - 16000 32 - 3200 4 - 4650
Spring, 130-81-084 16 -16000 32 - 32000 64 - 64000 128-128000 19-18600
Shear Rate Range*
Shear Rate Constant
1.7023 0.3770 0.2682 0.2682 0.8503
(s-1 / RPM)
Shear Rate Range (s-1)
0.01 RPM 0.01702 0.00377 0.00238 0.00238 0.008503
0.1 RPM 0.1702 0.0377 0.02382 0.02382 0.08503
1.0 RPM 1.702 0.377 0.2382 0.2382 0.8503
10 RPM 17.02 3.77 2.382 2.382 8.503
100 RPM 170.2 37.7 23.82 23.82 85.03
1000 RPM 1702 377 238.2 238.2 850.3
Viscosity Range (cP)
Minimum Viscosity
0.1 0.5 1.7 3.4 0.1
with 130-81-080**
Maximum Viscosity
5,875,000 53,125,000 168,750,000 337,500,000 13,750,000
with 130-81-080***
Minimum Viscosity
0.2 2.1 6.8 13.6 0.5
with 130-81-082**
Maximum Viscosity
23,500,000 212,500,000 675,000,000 1,350,000,000 55,000,000
with 130-81-082***
Minimum Viscosity
1.0 8.5 27.2 54.4 1.9
with 130-81-084**
Maximum Viscosity
94,000,000 850,000,000 2,700,000,000 5,400,000,000 220,000,000
with 130-81-084***
* Lower shear rates available on special order.
** At 1,000 RPM
*** At .01 RPM
When using the 130-81-079 spring use a maximum speed of 300 RPM.

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 Instrument Geometry True Couette Coaxial Cylinder
Motor Technology Stepper
Motor Speeds (RPM) Variable Speed Range .01 - 1,000
Speed Accuracy (RPM) .001
Shear Rate Range (sec-1) .01 - 1,022
Readout Computer Control and Data Acquisition
Heat System 300 Watt, Max Temp 500°F (260°C)
Temperature Measurement Type “J” Thermocouple
API Cementing, Mud and Fracture
Automatic Tests
Rheology
Power Requirements 115 or 230 Volts AC, 50/60 Hz
Weight 85 lbs (37.6 kg)
Dimensions 14" × 13" × 30" (36 × 33 × 76 cm)
Shipping Weight 150 lbs (68 kg)
Communication
RS-232 Serial Port or LAN or Bluetooth.
Requirements

Operating System Windows 2000, XP or higher.

Viscosity Conversions
To convert from units on left side to units on top, multiply by factor @ intercept.

from Centipoise Poise (P) g/(cm*s) (mN*s)/m2 mPa*s (lb*s)

to (cP) 100 ft2
Centipoise 1 0.01 0.01 1 1 0.002088
Poise (P) 100 1 1 100 100 0.2088
g/(cm*s) 100 1 1 100 100 0.2088
(mN*s)/m2 1 0.01 0.01 1 1 0.002088
mPa*s 1 0.01 0.01 1 1 0.002088
(lb*s) 478.93 4.789 4.789 478.93 478.93 1
100 ft2

Shear Stress Conversions

To convert from units on left side to units on top, multiply by factor @ intercept.
Dyne/cm2 Pa lb/100ft2 lb/ft2 DR

Dyne/cm2 1 0.1 0.2084 0.002084 0.1957

Pa 10 1 2.084 0.02084 1.957

lb/100ft2 4.788 0.4788 1 0.01 0.939

lb/ft2 478.8 47.88 100 1 93.9

DR 5.107 0.5107 1.065 0.01065 1

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 Setup 1. First, check that the computer's AC power setting matches the available
power in your region. This switch is typically found on the upper back
Computer panel of the computer and will be either 115V or 230V.

2. Connect the monitor, mouse, and keyboard to the computer and con-
nect the monitor and computer to an AC power outlet. The computer
and monitor were shipped with the appropriate power cords.


If your Model 1100 was supplied with a laptop computer instead of
a desktop model, simply open the laptop and turn the power on.
The AC power cord can be used to prevent the battery from drain-
Note ing completely during operation. Remember to periodically charge
the battery by leaving the AC power cord plugged in overnight.

3. Turn the monitor and computer on. After the computer has booted up
completely, check for the ORCADA™ icon on the desktop.

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 1. On the back panel, locate the three ¼" (6.35mm) NPT fittings. Connect
Setup a water source (15 - 30 PSI / 104 - 208 kPa), Nitrogen source, and
Viscometer drain hose to the appropriate fittings.


Note
The Nitrogen is used to pressurize the sample and prevent boiling at
temperatures above 212°F (100°C). The water is used to raise and
lower the heater.

2. Screw the heater cable from the heat bath into the bottom of the cabinet.

3. Plug the thermocouple from the heat bath into the bottom of the cabinet.

4. Connect the viscometer to the computer using either a 9-pin RS232

cable, a Local Area Network connection with an Ethernet cable, or
Bluetooth.

5. Make sure the “Power” switch is in the off position. Plug the power
cord into an AC power source.

Serial Port

Ethernet Port

Nitrogen

Power

Drain Water In

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 1. Turn the unit on. The power switch is located on the front panel.
Setup
System Test 2. If the heater is raised, lower it using the “Heater Lift/Lower” switch.


Note
The sample cup is already attached to the viscometer in order to pro-
tect the bob shaft during shipping. Always handle the bob shaft careful-
ly; bending it will result in poor viscosity readings.

3. To remove the sample cup, unscrew the sample cup nut and pull the
sample cup straight down.

4. Carefully apply a thin coating of high-temperature thread lubricant

(#165-44) to the bob shaft threads.

5. To install the bob, slide it onto the bob shaft with the tapered end down
and screw it securely into place. An R1B1 bob/rotor combination is
standard for the Model 1100 Viscometer, however other combinations
are available. See page 5 for more information.

Sample Cup Nut

Sample Cup

Valve Stem

Heat Bath

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 6. Turn on the computer and open the ORCADA™ software (see page 12
for instructions).

7. From the menu bar at the top of the screen, select “Utilities” and then
“Calibrate Shear Stress”. Check the “Temperature” field to verify that it
shows room temperature. Then, confirm that the value in the “Shear
Stress Raw” fluctuates when you gently turn the bob with your hand.

Expansion
Fitting

Bob

If either of these values does not display as expected, make sure the
Model 1100 is turned on and that all cables are securely connected. If
the problem is still not corrected, return to the “Main Screen” in the
ORCADA™ software and choose “Edits” and then “Options”. In the
“COM Port” drop-down menu, choose a different port and try again.
See page 23 for information about the “Options” screen.

8. It is recommended that a Calibration procedure be run due to the possi-

bility of mishandling during shipment. Refer to the “Calibration” section
on page 16 for detailed instructions on calibrating the unit.

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 1. Install the bob as described in steps 1 - 6 on page 9.
Setup
Preparing for a Test 2. Fill the sample cup with the proper amount of fluid based on the bob
you are using. Refer to the chart below.
Bob Type B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 XB1 XB2 XB5
Sample Amount (mL) 42 78 96 104 52 32 73 44

3. Hold the sample cup by hand and position the bob in the center. Push
the sample cup up past the o-ring. Hold the sample cup in place and
screw the sample cup nut into place.

4. Position the heat bath under the sample cup and raise it. The bath can
be raised either manually and secured with the supplied pin or automat-
ically with the “Heater Lift / Lower” switch. Press the button to release.

Lock Pin

5. To pressurize the sample, gradually rotate the regulator knob clockwise.

To reduce pressure, gradually rotate the regulator knob counterclock-
wise at a rate no greater than 60 PSI per minute.

Pressure is only necessary for tests temperatures above 200°F (95°C).


The heaters will be deactivated if the sample is not pressurized enough
to prevent boiling. The ORCADA™ software will indicate this with a
yellow alarm light. The alarm light will turn green when the appropriate
Note
pressure is applied to the sample. Refer to the chart below for the min-
imum pressure requirements.

6. Once the pressure is set and the heater is in place, the Model 1100 is
ready to run a test.

Temperature Pressure
Ambient - 200°F (Ambient - 93.3°C) 0 PSI (0 kPa)
201° - 295°F (93.9° - 146.1°C) 100 PSI (690 kPa)
296° - 355°F (146.7° - 179.6°C) 200 PSI (1,380 kPa)
356° - 395°F (180.1° - 201.8°C) 300 PSI (2,070 kPa)
396° - 445°F (202.4° - 229.6°C) 500 PSI (3,450 kPa)
446° - 500°F (230.2° - 260.2°C) 800 PSI (5,520 kPa)

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 1. Double-click the “ORCADA” icon on the desktop.
Software Start
2. The first time you run the software, you will be asked to select a hard-
ware configuration. Select “Model 1100 v2” and click “OK”. You will
now see the Main Screen.

3. The Windows XP firewall may try to block the ORCADA™ software

from communicating with the viscometer. If the firewall shows the fol-
lowing alert, select “Unblock”.

Windows XP Firewall Alert

Main Screen
Communication
Available Tests Log Indicator Status Indicator

Bath Control

Key

Manual Mode
Analysis Data Process Variables
Controls

“Start Test” - This button starts a test in Auto Mode. Once a test is start-
ed, this button becomes the “Abort Test” button. Click here to stop the test.

“Cement” - This button performs a standard cement test based on API

specifications.

“Mud” - This button performs a standard mud test based on API

Specifications.

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 Note: When running the “Mud” and “Cement” tests, the values for “Dead
Time” and “DAQ Time” on the Options screen should be ignored.
Temperature and pressure control, which are disabled during custom Auto-
Mode tests, are available during a “Mud” or “Cement” test.

“Progress” - This button opens the Test Progress window, which shows all
of the steps of the current test and highlights the one currently in process.

“Status” - This box at the top of the screen shows the current status of the
test.

“Comm Timeout” - This light will be off when the PC is successfully com-
municating with the viscometer. If communication is interrupted for any
reason, the light will shine red to indicate a problem.

“Start Logging” - This button is available in manual mode only. Click here
to begin recording test data. The light next to this button will shine green
while logging is in progress.

“Cond Pause” - This button will pause a test during the conditioning phase
and put the software into Manual Mode. While the test is paused, the
motor and heat controls can be controlled in the same manner as in a stan-
dard Manual Mode test.

To resume the test, click the “Cond Pause” button again. You will be asked
if you want to “Continue” the test with the remaining conditioning time or if
you want to “Override” the remaining time and extend the effective condi-
tioning time. If you choose to “Continue”, the time remaining in the condi-
tioning cycle will appear as though the test was never paused. If you
choose to “Override”, the time remaining in the conditioning cycle will
resume at the point where the test was paused.

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 For example, assume a test has a conditioning time of 10 minutes and the
test is paused at the 5 minute mark for 1 minute. If the test is unpaused
using the “Continue” option, the time remaining in the conditioning cycle will
be 4 minutes. However, if the test is unpaused using the “Override” option,
the time remaining in the conditioning cycle will be five minutes, making the
effective total conditioning time 11 minutes.

“Raw File Save Period” - This field determines how often data is recorded
during a test.

“Experiment Name” - This field will be used to identify the experiment

later. This field is required before starting a test in Auto Mode or starting
logging in Manual Mode.

“Bob” - Select the type of bob currently being used in the unit. An incor-
rect value in this field will adversely affect your test results.

“Key” - The checkboxes next to the graph key enable and disable graph-
ing of the indicated values. For example, to exclude RPM from the graph,
uncheck the “RPM” box. You can also customize the appearance of the
lines on the graph by clicking on the line example on the right side of the
key.

“Manual Mode Controls” - The manual mode controls, in the bottom left-
hand corner of the screen, adjust the rotor speed and the temperature
while the unit is operating in manual mode.

“Rotation” - This field determines the rotational speed. The drop-down

box beneath the field set the units to either RPM or 1/s.

“Enable” - Place a check in this box to engage the motor. Uncheck

the box to stop the motor.

“Temp” - This field determines the test temperature. The drop-down

list beneath the field sets the units to either °F or °C.

“Enable” - Place a check in this box to enable temperature control. If

the value in the “Temp” field is higher than the sample temperature, the
heaters will engage to heat the sample.

“PreHeat” - The software will not heat a sample above 200°F (93°C)
unless the sample is pressurized. The preheat button allows the soft-
ware to heat the bath to higher temperatures without giving a low pres-
sure warning. Enter a value in the "Temp" field and check the
"PreHeat" box to preheat the bath prior to heating the sample.

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 “Cool” - Place a check in this box to activate the cooling solenoid and
begin cooling the sample. The value in the “Temp” field must be lower
than the sample for the software to initiate cooling.

“Clear” - This button removes all data from the graph.

“Analysis Model” - This field, below the graph, displays the current
Analysis Model being used in the test. This variable is set in the Test
Builder (refer to page 25 for more information).

“Analysis Data” - This chart shows the calculated values based on the
Analysis Model being used for the test. This data will not display until after
the analysis sweep is completed.

“Temperature”, “Shear Stress”, “Viscosity”, “Shear Rate”, “RPM” -

These fields display the current value for these variables. They are display
only. The drop-down box next to the “Shear Stress” field changes the units
of the Shear Stress variable. The units can be set to: Dyne/cm2, lb/100ft2,
Pa., Dial Reading, lb/ft2

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 The ORCADA™ calibration program should be run before performing the
Calibration first test. Additional calibration is recommended when:

1. The bob is changed.

2. The unit has been sitting unused for several days.

3. The unit has been serviced (i.e. bearings changed).

4. If the “r^2” value displayed in the analysis model is below .99 during
a sweep.

5. Every two weeks during normal operation.

According to API Recommended Practice 10B-2, viscometers being used

for testing well cement should be calibrated quarterly. API Recommended
Practice 13B-1 and 13B-2 specify viscometers being used for drilling fluids
should be checked monthly.

The calibration fluid should be stored at room temperature and away from
direct sunlight. The shelf life of the calibration fluid is 2 years. The calibra-
tion fluid used during the calibration program should be checked for sus-
pended solids and clarity prior to being poured back into the bottle for stor-
age. Cloudy calibration fluid should be disposed of properly.

1. Prepare the viscometer for a test as described on page 8.

2. Open the ORCADA™ software. From the menu bar select “Utilities”
and then “Calibrate Shear Stress”.

3. Observe the “Shear Stress Raw” value. Before performing any tests or
calibrations, record this value (while the unit is at 0 RPM) here: ____ If
this value drifts more than 2 or 3 units during the life of the machine,
you must zero the transducer. Refer to page 19 for instructions.

4. Select a calibration fluid from the “Cal Fluid Batch” drop-down list. If
the list is empty, click the “Fluid Manager” button to add new fluid
batches. Refer to page 20 for instructions.

If the “Temp Out of Range” light shines red, the current sample temper-
ature is out of the specified range for the calibration fluid. The sample
will have to be heated or cooled to be within the acceptable range
before calibration.


!
Important
Do not attempt a calibration if the sample is not within the appro-
priate temperature range.

When using the 130-81-079 spring, use 200 cP fluid with a B5 bob and
100 cP fluid with a B1 bob.

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 5. Choose a set of calibration rates from the “Rate Set” drop-down list.

To create or edit a rate set, click the “Calibration

Rates” button. To create a new set, click the “New”
button and enter a name and the rotational speeds.
To edit a set, select it in the “Rate Set” list, then
change the rotational speeds as necessary.


Calibrating at speeds above 300 RPM can adversely
affect results. All speeds in your rate set should be Rate Sets
Tip greater than 0 and less than or equal to 300.

6. Click the “Start Calibration” button to begin the calibration.

Once the calibration has started, the software will begin filling in the
chart and plotting the results on the graph.

7. As the calibration proceeds, the software will begin to display the col-
lected data in the chart. At the end of the calibration, the software will
calculate the “r^2C” value, which measures the accuracy of the calibra-
tion. If this value is less than 0.9990, recalibrate the unit. If this value
is still low, change the bob shaft bearings (see page 35 for instructions)
and try the calibration again. If the Model 1100 still does not calibrate,
the unit will require servicing by an OFITE technician.

8. When the calibration is complete, check the r^2C value to make sure it
is greater than .9990. If it is, click the “OK” button and enter a title for
the calibration.

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 “S.S. Reference” - the shear stress as calculated by the software

“S.S. Raw” - the actual signal coming from the unit

“RPM” - rotational speed

“Viscosity Reference” - the viscosity of the sample as calculated by the

software

“Temp” - the temperature of the sample

“S.S. Best Fit” - shear stress value for a perfect calibration

“Viscosity Best Fit” - viscosity value for a perfect calibration

“S.S. Fit Error” - deviation of actual shear stress from “S.S. Best Fit”

“r^2” - This is a measure of the accuracy of the calibration. It will be cal-

culated at the end of the calibration cycle. If this value does not read
greater than 0.9990 after multiple calibration tests, the unit will require
servicing.

“r^2C” - The r^2 value only provides useful information when a calibration
is performed on a linear scale. For non-linear scales, the r^2C shows the
corrected r^2 value and will provide a better measure of the accuracy of
the calibration. For linear scales, the r^2 and r^2C values will be the
same.

“Temperature” - the temperature of the sample

“Shear Rate” - rotational speed (1/s)

“RPM” - rotational speed (RPM)

“Shear Stress Raw” - the actual signal coming from the unit

“Ref Viscosity” - the viscosity of the sample as calculated by the software

“Ref Shear Stress” - the shear stress as calculated by the software

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 When calibrating the Model 1100, the “Shear Stress Raw” value on the cali-
Calibration bration screen should display the value you recorded before the first cali-
Zeroing the Unit bration on page 16. If the signal reading is not within 2 or 3 units of this
number, the transducer will need to be reset to zero.

To zero the unit for calibration you must adjust the position of the transduc-
er cap.

1. Bleed off all pressure from the system. Remove the top panel by loos-
ening the four quarter-turn locks on each corner.

2. Loosen, but do not remove, the thermocouple compression fitting from

the top of the transducer cap.


!
Important
Be very careful to keep the thermocouple straight. A bent thermo-
couple will cause inaccurate readings.

3. Loosen the eight set screws with the 1/16" (1.59 mm) Allen wrench pro-
vided.

4. Observe the “Shear Stress Raw” value on the “Calibrate Shear Stress”
screen in the ORCADA™ software.

5. Slowly rotate the transducer cap until the “Shear Stress Raw” value
reaches the desired range. The sensor is very sensitive, so only very
slight adjustments are required. Allow a few seconds for the signal to
stabilize between adjustments.

6. Once the signal is within range, tighten the setscrews on the transducer
cap. Observe the signal value after 15 seconds to make sure the sig-
nal does not drift out of range.

7. Tighten the thermocouple compression fitting.

Thermocouple
Compression Transducer Cap
Fitting

Set Screw

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 Before calibrating the unit, you must input the specifications of the calibra-
Calibration tion fluid that you are using. This will give the software the information it
Fluid Manager needs to perform the calibration accurately.

Click the “Fluid Manager” button on the Calibration screen to add a new
calibration fluid batch.

1. Click “New” to add a new batch. You can also edit an existing batch
by selecting it in the “Batch Selector” list.

2. In the “Batch” field, type a name for the batch. OFITE recommends
using the lot number and viscosity from the Certification Chart that
was provided with the fluid.

3. In the “Calibration Fluid Table”, enter at least two

Temperature/Viscosity pairs from the Certification Chart. Only two
pairs are required.

The “Table Linearity Error” light will shine red if the values in the
“Calibration Fluid Table” do not create a straight line. If this occurs,
check the values and re-enter them.

4. Once you have entered all the batches, click “OK” to close the Fluid
Manager and return to the Calibration screen.

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 To begin a test in Manual mode:
Operation
Manual Mode 1. Prepare the viscometer for a test. Refer to page 8 for instructions.

2. Choose the shear stress units from the drop-down box next to the
“Shear Stress” field. Your choices are: Dyne/cm2, lb/100ft2, Pa., Dial
Readings, and lb/ft2.

3. Enter a value in the “Rotation” field and choose a setting for units
(RPM or 1/s).

4. Select the “Enable” checkbox next to the “Rotation” field to start the
motor.


Note
Once the motor is started, the display fields on the right-hand side
of the screen will begin displaying test data.

5. Enter a temperature in the “Temp” field and choose Celsius or

Fahrenheit.

6. Select the “Enable” checkbox next to the “Temp” field to start the
heater.


Here, checking the “Enable” and “PreHeat” button allows you to pre-
heat the bath to the desired temperature without applying any initial
heat to the sample. When the bath has reached the temperature set
Note
point, raise the bath to begin heating the sample.


!
Important
Remember, if your test will exceed 200°F (93°C), apply the rec-
ommended pressure based on the chart on page 11.

7. Enter a name in the “Experiment Name” field and click the “Start
Logging” button.

This field will be used to identify the experiment later.

8. Enter a comment in the resulting dialog box. Comments are option-

al, but can be used later to identify the test results.

9. To stop the test, click the “Stop Logging” button and uncheck the
“Enable” checkboxes.

10. Disassemble and clean the unit (refer to page 33 for instructions).


Allow the sample temperature to drop below 120°F (49°C)
! before reducing the pressure. Make sure the pressure reads 0
Important before removing the sample cup.

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 To begin a test in Auto mode:
Operation
Auto Mode 1. Prepare the viscometer for a test. Refer to page 8 for instructions.

2. Choose a test to run from the list in the upper left-hand corner of
the Main Screen.

 Tip
If no tests are listed, create a new one in the “Test Builder”. Refer
to page 25 for instructions.

3. Enter a name in the “Experiment Name” field.

4. Set the shear stress units using the drop-down menu next to the
“Shear Stress” field.

5. Click the “Start Test” button.

6. Enter a comment in the resulting dialog box. Comments are option-

al, but can be used later to identify the test results.

7. Disassemble and clean the unit (refer to page 33 for instructions).


Allow the sample temperature to drop below 120°F (49°C)
! before reducing the pressure. Make sure the pressure reads 0
Important before removing the sample cup.

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 To access the Options screen, choose “Options” from the “Edit” menu.
Software
Options “Enable Bath Level Control” - If this box is checked, the “Raise Bath” but-
ton on the “Main Screen” will be visible and active.

“RPM DAQ Settings” - “RPM High”, “RPM Med” and “RPM Low”, “Dead
Time”, “DAQ Time”. These fields are used to determine the amount of time
needed for the sample to stabilize at a given rate. The fields are also used
to determine the amount of time data is averaged before being saved. For
example, if RPM High is set to 60, Dead Time is set to 15 and DAQ Time is
set to 20, any rate of 60 RPM or greater during a sweep would stabilize for
15 seconds then begin averaging data for 20 seconds before saving the
data.

“Reverse Rates Gel UI” - If “Hysteresis” is selected on the “Test Builder”

screen (see page 25), this option will perform a gel test after the forward
portion of the sweep and after the backward portion.

“Data Archive Directory” - Specify the directory to store archived data.

“Logo Files” - Specify a logo file (.jpg format) to display on the graph at
the end of the test.

“Time Format” - Choose a time format for all of the ORCADA software.

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 By default, the ORCADA™ Software saves data to file based on a set time
Software interval. This time interval can be changed by editing the “Raw File Save
Save Rate Settings Period” field on the main screen. However, the “Save Rate Settings” fea-
ture provides more control over data save points. The software will monitor
each selected variable and record a data point to the file when that variable
changes by the amount specified.

1. Select “Save Rate Settings” from the “Edit” menu.

2. Place a check mark next to each variable you wish to monitor.

3. In the field after the variable name, enter the variance required to initi-
ate a save point.

For example, if you want the software to record a data point when the
temperature increases or decreases more than 5°, place a check next
to “Temperature” and enter 5 in the field next to it.

4. Click “OK” to save the settings and return to the main screen.

“Elapsed Time” - seconds since the start of the test

“RPM” - rotational speed (RPM)

“Shear Rate” - rotational speed (1/s)

“RPM SP” - rotational speed setpoint

“Temperature” - measured sample temperature

“Temperature Bath” - measured temperature of the oil bath

“Temperature pH” - Not available on the Model 1100.

“Temp SP” - temperature setpoint

“Temp Duty Cycle” - the frequency (in seconds) the

heaters engage to increase the temperature

“Viscosity” - measured viscosity (cP)

“Shear Stress” - measured shear stress

“Shear Stress Tare” - change in measured shear stress

“Pressure” - measured pressure

“Pressure SP” - pressure setpoint

“pH” - Not available on the Model 1100.

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 The Test Builder is designed to help you build custom tests for use in Auto
Software mode. To access the test builder, go to the Main Screen and choose “Test
Test Builder Builder” from the “Edit” menu.

1. To create a new test, click the “New Test” button. To create a new
test based on one of the “RP 10B”, “RP 13D”, or “RP 39” analysis
models, click the appropriate button at the top of the screen to open
a template. To edit an existing test, select the test from the list in
the upper left-hand corner of the screen.

2. Enter a name in the “Test Name” field.

3. Choose an Analysis Model.

a. “RP 39” - Power Law Model - records the Power Law calcula-
tions (n and k)

b. “RP 13D” - Bingham Plastic Analysis Models - records plastic

viscosity (PV) and yield point (YP)

c. “RP 10B” - Power Law and Bingham Plastic Models combined

4. Input the values for your test into the fields in Record 1.

a. “Heat Time” - the time it will take the unit to heat the sample to
the temperature setpoint. If this field is left blank, the unit will
heat the sample as fast as possible.

b. “Heat RPM” - the rotational speed during the heating period

c. “Temp” - the temperature setpoint. Enter any letter in this field

to indicate “Ambient”.

Available Tests Records

Test Detail

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 d. “Cond. Time” - the time period to condition the sample

e. “Cond. RPM” - the rotational speed during conditioning

f. “#/Swps” - the number of sweeps to perform after conditioning.

A sweep is a set of rotational speeds separated by time interval.
Between sweeps, the rotor returns to the Cond. RPM. At the
end of each sweep, the unit calculates the Analysis Model val-
ues.

g. “Delta Time” - the time interval between sweeps

h. “Gel Time 1” - During a gel time interval, the rotor comes to a

complete stop and waits. At the end of the interval, the rotation-
al speed is increased to 3 RPM until the gel breaks and a gel
strength value is recorded. Click the “Insert Gel Column” button
to add a gel time to the record.

i. “RPM 1, 2, 3” - The RPM fields set the speed of each step of

the sweep.

5. Click the “OK” button to save the test and return to the main screen.

“Hold for Temp” - Click this checkbox to tell the unit to wait until the sam-
ple has reached the temperature setpoint before proceeding to the next
step. If this box is unchecked, the test will proceed while the sample is
heating.

“Temp Threshold” - This field specifies an acceptable variance on the

temperature. For example, if the temperature setpoint is 150° and the
“Temp Threshold” is set to 5°, the unit will consider the setpoint reached
when the temperature is between 145° and 155°.

“Temp Unit” - set temperature units to either °F or °C

“Rate Unit” - set the rate units to either RPM or 1/s

“Pressure Unit” - set the pressure units to either PSI or kPa

“Hysteresis” - If this box is checked, each sweep will be performed for-

ward and backwards.

“Stir Parameters” - These parameters only apply if the test includes a gel
time.

“Stir Prior to Gel” - Check this box to stir the sample before calculating
gel strength.

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 “Gel Stir Rate” - This is the rate the sample will be stirred prior to calculat-
ing gel strength.

“Gel Stir Time” - This is the time interval the sample will be stirred.

“Plot All Records” - If this box is checked, all records will be plotted on
the graph. If it is not checked, only the currently highlighted record will be
plotted.

The graph below the records provides a visual representation of the current
test. Each line represents one aspect of the test: RPM Setpoint,
Temperature Setpoint, Pressure Setpoint, and Temperature PV. Refer to
the key to the right of the graph for details.

The graph features a cursor, a vertical yellow line, that can be used to view
more detailed information about the different phases of the test. The
“Center Cursor” button moves the cursor to the center of the graph. Click
and drag the cursor across the graph to see more detailed information.
Refer to the “Test Detail” field below the graph for more information.

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 After building a test in the Test Builder, the chart at the bottom of the Main
Software Screen will show the various data points being calculated by the viscome-
Select Analysis ter based on the chosen Analysis Model. This chart, however, is customiz-
Outputs able. You can choose which data points are displayed on the chart and
which are not.

From the “Edit” menu, choose “Select Analysis Outputs”. By default, all
data points are selected and will appear on the chart. To remove a data
point from the chart, simply uncheck the box next to it.

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 To review test data from past tests:
Software
Saved Test Data 1. Select “Saved Test Data” from the “File” menu.

2. The saved test data is grouped by month. Select the folder for the year
and month of the data you are looking for and click the small + sign
next to it. This will show you all of the data for tests run that month,
including any comments you added.

3. Select the test you are looking for and click the “OK” button. Multiple
tests can be selected by holding down the CTRL key and selecting
each test.

Saved Experiment Explorer

4. On the “Raw Data” tab you will see the graph of the test results. The
“Analyzed Data” tab shows the results of the calculations based on the
Analysis Model. The “Test Setup” tab shows the parameters of the test.

Raw Data

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 “Export” - Click this button if you wish to export the test data to a file. You
will be asked to select a filename and destination and then click “OK”. The
resulting file can then be opened in Microsoft® Excel for further analysis.

“Print” - Click this button to print the results to the default printer.

“Experiment Explorer” - Click this button to choose another set of test

data to review.

“OK” - Click this button to return to the main screen.

Analysed Data

Test Setup

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 On the Calibration History Screen, you can retrieve the data from all past
Software calibration tests.
Calibration History
1. Begin on the Main Screen. Select “Calibration History” from the
“Utilities” menu.

2. The calibration tests are grouped by month. Select the folder for the
year and month of the calibration test you are looking for and click the
small + sign next to it. This will show you all of the calibration tests run
that month, including the fluid batch and any comments you added after
the test.

3. Select the test you wish to view and click the “OK” button.

4. You can now see the graph, chart, and fluid batch details.

5. Click the “Export” button if you wish to export the calibration results to a
file. You will be asked to select a filename and destination and then
click “OK”.

6. When you are finished reviewing the calibration history, click the “OK”
button to return to the main screen.

Calibration History Explorer

Calibration History

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 The Import/Export feature of the ORCADA™ Software makes it possible to
Software transfer a test from one PC to another.
Import/Export
1. Begin on the Main Screen. Choose “Export” from the “File” menu.

2. Select the tests you wish to export. Hold down the CTRL key to select
multiple tests.

3. Click the “Export” button. You will be asked to choose a destination

and filename and then click “OK”.

4. Copy this file to the destination PC.

The file must be placed in the correct folder for it to be available for
import. To find this folder, first navigate to the folder specified in the
“Data Archive Directory” field in the Options screen (see page 23 for
details). From there go to the “ORCADA” folder and then the “Tests
Import Export” folder.

5. On the destination PC, choose “Import” from the “File” menu.

6. Choose the tests you wish to import. Hold down the CTRL key to
select multiple tests.

The “Export” field lists all of the files that are available for import. Once
you have selected one, the “Tests” field shows which individual tests
can be imported from that file.

Below the “Export” and “Tests” fields is a display-only field that shows
the folder being scanned for exported tests. Make sure the tests you
want to import have been placed in that folder.

7. Click the “Import” button. The new tests will appear in the list in the
upper left-hand corner of the Main Screen.

Export Import

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 This procedure should be performed immediately after every test.
Disassembly
1. Lower the heat bath.

2. Allow sample to cool to below 120°F (48.9°C).

3. Gradually decrease the pressure at a rate of 30 - 60 PSI (200 - 400

kPa) per minute.

4. Slowly open the valve stem at the bottom of the sample cup (see photo
on page 9). This will relieve any remaining pressure from the cup.
Keep a container underneath the valve stem to collect any sample fluid
that leaks.

5. Unscrew the sample cup nut and pull the sample cup straight down.
Hold it directly under the bob to catch any residual fluid that may be
dripping.

6. Gently turn the bob counterclockwise to remove it from the bob shaft.


Be very careful to keep the thermocouple straight. A bent thermocou-
! ple will cause inaccurate readings. Pull the bob straight down slowly.
Important

Expansion Fitting

Thermocouple

7. Unplug the power supply.

8. Open the panel on the right-hand side of the unit cabinet.

9. Inside the cabinet, locate one of the six holes on the rotor tube.

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 10. Insert a wrench, screwdriver or other long, rigid item into the hole to
hold the rotor tube in place.

Rotor Tube

Expansion Joint

11. While holding the rotor tube in place, unscrew the expansion joint and
remove it from the machine.

12. Clean all removed parts with water. Wipe any residual fluid from inside
the rotor with a folded paper towel.

13. Reinstall each of the removed parts.


Note
Remember to hold the rotor tube in place while tightening the expan-
sion joint.

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 Before performing any type of maintenance, be sure and unplug the power
Maintenance supply and bleed off all Nitrogen. Also, be careful not to bend the bob shaft
and thermocouple.

When working with bearings, be careful not to handle them with your bare
hands. The oil from your skin can contaminate the bearing.

A good indicator that maintenance is required is if the r^2C value is less than
.9990 (refer to page 18 for more information). If a calibration check using
certified calibration fluid shows viscosity readings that are not linear at multi-
ple shear rates, this can also indicate a problem that requires maintenance.

Maintenance 1. Unplug the viscometer from the electrical source.

Bob Shaft 2. Gently turn the bob counterclockwise to remove it from the bob shaft.


!
Important
Be very careful to keep the thermocouple straight. A bent thermocou-
ple will cause inaccurate readings. Pull the bob straight down slowly.

3. Unscrew the expansion joint.


Note
Remember to hold the rotor tube in place as described in steps 8 - 11
on page 33.

4. Remove the top panel.

5. Unplug the thermocouple and the grey cable that runs into the top of
the transducer cap.

6. Unscrew the eight allen bolts from the transducer cap. Be careful not
to drop the Allen bolts into the viscometer. Remove the transducer cap
and set it aside.


!
Important
Be very careful to keep the thermocouple straight. A bent thermocou-
ple will cause inaccurate readings.

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 7. Unscrew the eight allen bolts that hold the transducer body to the main
body. Remove the transducer body. It may be necessary to loosen the
o-ring seal by gently rocking the transducer body back and forth.

Transducer
Thermocouple
Cap
Compression
Fitting
Thermocouple
Wire

8. Loosen the set screw on the torsion spring.

9. With the split ring pliers, remove the retaining ring just below the bear-
ing retainer.

10. Slide the lower bearing and bearing retainer off the bob shaft.

11. Slide the bob shaft up out of the transducer body.

Bob Shaft

Retaining Ring
Lower Bob
Shaft Bearing

Transducer Body

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 12. At this point, the torsion spring is fully accessible in case it needs to be
changed. To change the torsion spring:

a. Turn the transducer body upside down.

b. Unscrew the hex screws on the spring retainer.

c. Remove the spring retainer and torsion spring.

d. Insert a new torsion spring into the depression in the transducer body.

e. Slide the spring retainer over the torsion spring and secure it in
place with the hex screws.

Spring Retainer
Torsion Spring
Set Screw

Transducer Body
13. Slide the upper bearing off the bob shaft.

14. Slide a new bearing onto the bob shaft.


!
Important
Do not touch the new bearings with your bare hands. Oils from
your skin can damage it.

15. Slide the bob shaft back into the transducer body.

16. Slide a new bearing onto the bottom of the bob shaft. Slide a bearing
retainer onto the shaft beneath the bearing.

17. Using the split ring pliers, place the retaining ring below the bearing
retainer to hold it in place.

18. With the transducer body upside down, turn the bob shaft clockwise
until it stops. Then turn the bob shaft back slightly and tighten the set
screw on the torsion spring to secure it to the bob shaft.

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 19. Inspect the o-ring on the torsion body and replace it if necessary. Apply
a light coating of silicone grease around the o-ring.

20. Lower the transducer body back into the main body.


Note
Make sure the stop pin on the head of the bob shaft is aligned toward
the front of the viscometer.

Transducer Body

Stop Pin

21. Lubricate the Allen bolt threads with a thin coating of high-temperature
thread lubricant (#165-44). Screw the eight Allen bolts back into place
on the transducer body. Tighten the bolts in a crisscross pattern.

22. Place the transducer cap back on top of the transducer body.

23. Lubricate the Allen bolt threads with a thin coating of high-temperature
thread lubricant (#165-44). Screw the eight Allen bolts back into place
on the transducer cap. Tighten the bolts in a crisscross pattern.

24. Plug in the thermocouple and transducer.

25. Turn the unit on and adjust the transducer cap.

26. Re-calibrate the unit before performing another test.

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 1. Remove the transducer body as described in steps 1 - 7 on page 35.
Maintenance
Main Bearing 2. Loosen the Allen bolts at the bottom of the motor. Slide the motor for-
Replacement ward just enough to loosen the belt and remove it from the rotor.

Head Assembly Head Assembly

Allen Bolts

3. Remove the rotor cap nut. Pull the rotor assembly straight down to
remove it from the main body.

 Tip
To avoid damaging the o-ring inside the seal nut, turn the rotor gear
counterclockwise while pulling downward gently.

4. Remove the main bearing from the main body and replace it with a new
one.


!
Important
Do not touch the new bearings with your bare hands. Oils from
your skin can damage it.

Main Body

Rotor Cap Nut

Main Bearing

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 5. With the supplied seal nut wrench, remove the brass seal nut from
beneath the main body.

Seal Nut Wrench

Lower Bearing Main Body

Seal Nut

6. The main seal is seated inside the top of the seal nut. Inspect this seal
and replace it if it shows signs of damage or wear.

7. Apply a thin coat of grease to the entire surface of the seal. Make sure
the grease fills the gap between the seal and the seal nut.

8. The lower bearing sits inside the bottom of the seal nut. Inspect this
bearing and replace it if it shows signs of damage or wear.

The lower bearing is pressed into the seal nut and cannot be removed
without destroying it. Do not attempt to remove the lower bearing
unless it is already damaged and not usable.


!
Important
Do not touch the new bearings with your bare hands. Oils from
your skin can damage it.

Lower Bearing
Main Seal
Retaining Ring

Seal Nut

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 9. Once the bearings and seals have been replaced, screw the seal nut
back into the main body. Use the spanner wrench or seal nut wrench
to tighten it.

10. Insert the rotor back into the main body from below.

 Tip
To avoid damaging the o-ring inside the seal nut, turn the rotor gear
clockwise while pushing upward gently.

11. Once the threads on the top of the rotor tube are visible above the main
bearing, screw the rotor cap nut onto the rotor tube.


After removing the rotor cap nut, you must apply Loctite (#130-81-
090) to the threads before reinstalling it. Without Loctite, the rotor
! cap nut could loosen and cause the rotor tube to fall.
Important

12. Wrap the chain around the rotor and pull the motor back to tighten it.
Tighten the Allen bolts on the motor to secure it in place.

13. Reassemble the head assembly as described in step 19 - 27 on page 36.

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 The rotor tube is held in place by a threaded nut at the top. If this nut
Maintenance becomes loose, the rotor tube will shake during operation and could dam-
Rotor Nut age other components.

The rotor, expansion joint, and rotor tube should all be firmly attached to
the viscometer. If you detect any back and forth movement of these parts,
it will be necessary to tighten the rotor nut.

1. Remove the transducer body. Follow the instructions in steps 1 - 7 on

page 35.

The rotor nut screws onto the top of the rotor tube. It will be visible
after you remove the transducer body.

2. Hold the rotor tube in place to keep it from falling. Unscrew the rotor
nut.

3. Apply a few drops of Loctite (#130-81-090) to the threads on the rotor

nut.

4. Put the rotor tube back in place and secure it with the rotor nut. Make
sure the nut is tight.

5. Reassemble the head assembly as described in step 19 - 27 on page 36.

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 There are two fuses that control the power supply. They are located in a
Maintenance small compartment by the power switch. Simply use a small screwdriver to
Fuse Replacement pry open the compartment and replace as needed. Use two 3-amp fuses.

Additional fuses are located inside the cabinet. To replace these fuses:

1. Open the back cabinet by loosening the two quarter-turn locks.

2. You will see 5 fuses on the inside of the back panel. The black fuses
pop out and the gray ones flip up.


!
Important
The power supply may hold an electrical charge. Be very careful not
to touch it while changes the fuses.

F2
F1 F3

Power F4
Supply F5

Label Component Fuse (115V) Fuse (230V)

F1 Heater 4 amp 2 amp
F2 Motor 4 amp 2 amp
F3 Main Power Supply 2 amp 1 amp
F4 SSR - Heater 3 amp 3 amp
F5 SSR - Ram 3 amp 3 amp

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 Refer to the next page for a list of parts that correspond to the labels on
Appendix this diagram.
Diagram

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 The parts listed below correspond to the labels on the diagram on the pre-
vious page.

# OFITE Part # Description

1 130-81-12 Main Body
2 130-78-36 O-ring; Viton; #117
3 130-81-001 O-ring; Viton; #029
4 130-81-22 Lower Bearing
5 130-81-21 Seal Nut
6 130-78-05 Main Seal
7 130-81-27 Hex Socket Head Cap Screw; ¼-28 × 1"
8 130-81-04 Retaining Ring; Spiral
9 130-78-18 Main Bearing
10 130-81-14 Rotor Tube
11 130-78-42 Spiral Retaining Ring
12 130-78-30H Expansion Joint; C276
13 130-78-34 Packing Washer
14 130-78-20 Rotor Cup O-ring; Viton; #218
15 130-81-05 Guard Washer
16 130-75-02 Cap O-ring; Viton; #036
17 130-81-15 Transducer Body
18 130-75-75 Standoff
19 130-81-082 Torsion Spring; 1,000 Dyne/cm2
20 130-78-22 1/16" × 3/8" Stop Pin
21 130-78-17 Bob Shaft Bearing
22 130-81-11 Guide Tube
23 130-75-461 Coil Retainer
24 130-75-79 Hex Socket Head Cap Screw; 8-32
25 130-75-78 Hex Socket Flat Head Cap Screw; 8-32
26 135-05 Bushing
27 130-81-19 Bearing Retainer
28 130-78-07 B1 Bob
29 130-77-069 Nitrogen Port; SS Swagelok Tube Fitting; Male
Connector; 1/8" Tube OD × 1/8" Male NPT
30 130-81-160 Bob Shaft Assembly
31 130-81-18 Transducer Clamp
32 130-81-02 Transducer
33 130-75-76 Sensor Retainer Set Screw; #6-32 × .125
34 130-81-007 Thermocouple Compression Fitting; SS-1-UT-1-2BT
35 Hex Socket Head Cap Screw; ¼-28 UNF - 1
36 130-81-17 Transducer Cap
37 130-81-002 O-ring; Viton; #034
38 Hex Socket Head Cap Screw; 5/16-24 UNF - 1
39 130-81-060 R1 Rotor Assembly
40 142-54 O-ring for Valve Stem Port
41 170-17 O-ring for Valve Stem

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 The transducer linearization process is only necessary if the transducer
Appendix board or the universal board have been replaced.
Transducer
Linearization 1. Make sure the computer is connected to the Model 1100 viscometer
and that the ORCADA software is not open. Remove the rotor cup so
that the bob is exposed.

2. Open Hyperterminal. In the “New Connection” dialog box, give the con-
nection a name. This name is unimportant. However, it is necessary to
enter something in the “Name” field.

3. Set the following port settings:

- Bits per second: 38400

- Data bits: 8
- Parity: None
- Stop bits: 1
- Flow control: None

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 4. Click OK to connect to the viscometer.

5. Press the Enter key twice to bring up the prompt.

6. Turn the bob counterclockwise and hold it against the stop.

7. On the computer type C and press Enter.

8. Ignore the instruction on the screen. Slowly turn the bob clockwise until
it reaches the other stop.

9. Type N and press Enter. The software will show details of the calibra-
tion. Close Hyperterminal.

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 10. Fill the rotor cup with 200 cP calibration fluid and place it on the rotor.

11. Open the TransCal software supplied by OFITE.

12. On the “Manage Devices” screen, right-click the Viscometer in the list
and select “Default Device”. Then click “Done”.

Tip
If the Viscometer does not appear in the list, select the correct COM
port from the list and click the “Search for Devices” box.

13. Click the “Start Transducer Calibration” button. The transducer calibra-
tion will run automatically for about 20 minutes. At the end of the pro-
cedure, the status screen will disappear. Close the TransCal software
and open the ORCADA software.

14. Calibrate the viscometer through the ORCADA software before running
any other tests.

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