Emerson Branson SFX150 Instruction Manual

Handheld converter

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I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l
Branson Ultrasonics Corp.
120 Park Ridge Road
Brookfield, CT 06804
(203) 796-0400
http://www.bransonultrasonics.com
Original Instructions
100-412-252 - REV. 03
SFX150
Handheld Converter
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  • Page 1 Original Instructions 100-412-252 - REV. 03 SFX150 Handheld Converter I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l Branson Ultrasonics Corp. 120 Park Ridge Road Brookfield, CT 06804 (203) 796-0400 http://www.bransonultrasonics.com...
  • Page 2 Chapter 1: SFX150 Handheld Converter Handheld Converter Overview ....... 3 Handheld Converter Setup and Operation .
  • Page 3 Handheld Converter Overview The SFX150 Handheld Converter is ergonomically designed for comfort, and ease of use, to enable ultrasonic processing of up to 150 W at 40 kHz for quiet operation. The converter's recessed pushbutton provides assurance against unintended activation, while it's LED indicator provides visual feedback on the converter's operation, letting you know when ultrasonics are being delivered by illuminating during an ultrasonic cycle or by flashing on and off for System Error/Alarm conditions.
  • Page 4 Figure 1.1 Handheld Converter Table 1.1 Handheld Converter Item Name Description Handheld Carries control and RF power signals. Cable While illuminated, indicates that ultrasonic energy is being LED Indicator delivered to the converter. It also indicates that an Error/ Alarm occurred when a flashing pattern is displayed. Starts an ultrasonics cycle and must be maintained during Start the complete cycle.
  • Page 5 Handheld Converter Setup and Operation NOTICE The handheld converter is only compatible with microtips. See Table C.1 Accessories in your Sonifier power supply instruction manual for more information. NOTICE Microtips are operated at high material stress levels. For this reason Amplitude is automatically limited to 70% for Handheld converters to mitigate the possibility of failure.
  • Page 6 Figure 1.2 Handheld Converter Setup CAUTION General Warning Both the D-sub and RF connector must be connected and locked to ensure proper operation. NOTICE In normal operation, the LED indicator will illuminate for the complete ultrasonic cycle. In pulsed sonic modes, the LED will remain on during both On and Off times.
  • Page 7 Handheld Converter Ultrasonic Test The Test key on the front panel of the SFX150 power supply is used to verify that the unit is functioning (providing ultrasonic energy to the converter and microtip). The test key on the power supply must be held, and then the pushbutton on the handheld converter must be pressed for the system to perform an ultrasonic test.
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