Fluke 1586A 120 Super-DAQ Precision Temperature Scanner

Features

• Measure thermocouples, PRTs, thermistors, DC voltage, DC current, and resistance
• Best-in-class temperature measurement accuracy
  • PRTs ±0.005 C (using external DAQ-STAQ Multiplexer)
  • Thermocouples: ±0.5 C (using High-Capacity Module and internal CJC)
  • Thermistors: ±0.002 C
• Input channels: Up to 40 isolated universal inputs
• Selectable scan speed: Up to 10 channels per second
• Four modes of operation: Scan, Monitor, Measure, Digital Multimeter (DMM)
• Real-time color trending: Chart up to four channels simultaneously
• Current reversal minimizes thermoelectric effects, improving PRT/RTD measurement accuracy
• Control Fluke Calibration temperature sources such as dry-wells or micro-baths for automated calibration routines
• Records up to 20 MB of data and setup files to internal non-volatile memory or to an external USB drive
• Transfer data to a PC using the USB drive or LAN connection and view data in Microsoft Excel
• Data security: Administrator and user profiles for protecting settings and ensuring test traceability
• Mx + B scaling and channel offset zero function
• Two independent, user-defined alarms for each channel indicate when an upper or lower range has been exceeded
• 6 1/2 digit display resolution for DC voltage, DC current, and resistance

Flexible Configuration for the Factory or Benchtop

The 1586A Super-DAQ is the most accurate and flexible temperature data acquisition system on the market. It scans and records temperature, DC voltage, DC current, and resistance for up to 40 input channels and scan speeds as fast as 10 channels per second. The Super-DAQ can be configured for use as a multi-channel data logger in the factory or as a precision reference thermometer for benchtop sensor calibration in the lab.

When configured with the DAQ-STAQ Multiplexer (sold separately), the Super-DAQ has the accuracy of the best benchtop reference thermometer readouts for calibration of PRTs, RTDs, thermistors, or thermocouples. Lab efficiency can be increased when the Super-DAQ is connected to a Fluke Calibration drywell or bath and Automated Sensor Test routines are run. Furthermore, pairing the 1586A Super-DAQ with a high-capacity module (sold separately) adds the ability to measure temperature, resistance, dc voltage, and dc current for data acquisition applications.

The 1586 is ideal for a number of applications such as thermal mapping, temperature validation, process sensor calibration, and more. These applications are found in a various industries including pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food processing, aerospace, and automotive.

General Specs

• Maximum input: 50 V
• Offset voltage: < 2 µV
• 3-wire internal resistance mismatch: <50 megohm
• Basic CJC accuracy: 0.25 Celcius

Multiple Modes of Operation

The Super-DAQ can operate in four modes that let you scan, monitor, measure, or function as a digital multimeter from a single instrument. Sequentially scan through channels based on a user defined test. Monitor any single channel during a scan, without interrupting the scan. Measure and record data on a single channel without the need of a pre-configured test file. Or in DMM mode, use the front panel channel like a familiar benchtop digital multimeter to quickly measure dc voltage, dc current, or 2-wire and 4-wire resistance without the need to configure the channel.

Real-time Graphing in Color

Most data acquisition systems only let you view data on one channel. But now the Super-DAQ, lets you view real time data for all channels in table format, or you can chart up to four channels in color at the same time. You can zoom in or out to see data of interest and monitor trends. A history mode lets you scroll through collected data within a scan file - all without a PC and expensive charting programs. Switch between chart view and table view of various measurement data and statistics.

Data Portability and Security

The Super-DAQ includes 20 MB internal memory that can store over 75,000 time-stamped readings. Data and set-up files can be easily moved to a PC for analysis using a USB flash drive or over a network using the LAN interface connection. The Super-DAQ also includes two levels of data security to prevent unauthorized users from tampering with or forging test data or setup files. This security feature is especially important to industries that are regulated by government agencies where data traceability is required.

Automated Sensor Calibration

With the Automated Test feature, you can automate sensor calibration without a PC and software. When connected to a Fluke Calibration drywell or fluid bath via the RS-232 interface, the Super-DAQ takes control of the temperature source and runs your calibration automatically. You simply program the number of setpoint temperatures and their values, select a scan sequence (linear, alternate, up/down), assign a reference channel, and set the required stability band. The Super-DAQ monitors the temperature source's stability via the reference channel, collects the data once stabilized, and then advances to the next setpoint temperature. After you configure and start the test, you can walk away to work on other things. The Super-DAQ just made your day a whole lot easier.

What's in the Box

• 1586A Super-DAQ Precision Temperature Scanner