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ALTEK
PROCESS CALIBRATOR
TechChek 830
Accuracy to 0.025%

DATA SHEET 830

of full scale
Source & Read mA, mV & V
Simulate & Measure T/Cs & RTDs
AC Generate & Count Hz & CPM
adapter Reads Pressure & AC Volts
jack Checks Continuity
Add optional pressure
Simulates modules measure your
transmitter process to within
input while 0.025% of reading
powering
transmitter
20 built-in
and reading
engineering
mA output
units

Digital accuracy
with analog
simplicity Auto-Off extends
battery life

Do What You Gotta Do Temperature Calibration

Lighten your load…take the TechChek 830 to every site. It’s Source and Read directly in °C and °F for T/C types J, K, T,
like bringing a cartload of test equipment from the shop to the E, R, S & N and four Pt 100 Ohm, Ni 120 Ohm and Cu 10 Ohm
control room or the field. The TechChek 830 sources and RTDs. Cold junction compensation tracks temperature changes.
reads DC like a milliamp or voltage calibrator, simulates and Calibrate Pressure Systems
measures T/Cs & RTDs like a temperature calibrator, Read pressure with extreme accuracy using a QuikCal
generates and counts frequency and Counts-Per-Minute like a pressure module in a ModPak module holder. Attach the
frequency calibrator and displays pressure like a precision test module directly to the pressure connection for the best
gauge. Troubleshooting? It checks continuity with a beeper accuracy or with optional tubing for tight spots. Accurate to
and measures AC line voltage like a multimeter! 0.025% of reading in psi, pa, Kpa, Mpa, BAR, mBar, Atm, Kgf
Calibrate Milliamp Inputs plus torr, inches and mm of mercury or water at a variety of
Calibrate controllers, recorders and other devices in 4 to temperatures. Each module is characterized for temperature to
20 or 0 to 20 mA loops. Source and read 0.00 to 24.00 mA, give you laboratory accuracy in the shop, control room or field.
or Simulate a 2-Wire Transmitter. Frequency Calibration
Calibrate 2-Wire Transmitters Generate zero crossing square waves from 1 to 1000 Hz,
Easily calibrate a 2-Wire Transmitter by connecting the 0.01 to 10.00 kHz and from 1 to 1000 CPM (Counts-Per-
TechChek 830 to both the input and output of the transmitter. Minute). Built-in frequency counter measures Hz, kHz & CPM.
The TechChek 830 will simultaneously indicate the input and Measure AC Voltage
output of the transmitter on the graphical display. Check line voltage or mains from 0.0 to 250.0 volts AC.
Voltage Calibration Great for troubleshooting power problems.
Calibrate all your DC millivolt and voltage instrumentation. Check Continuity
Source from 0.00 to 110.00 mV and 0.00 to 10.25 V. Read up Locate pairs of wires, open connections and shorts with the
to 110.00 mV, 11.00 V and 200.0 VDC. built-in beeper.
• Compact Multifunction Calibrator
Source and Read Milliamps, Volts, Millivolts, Six RTD Types,
Seven Thermocouple Types, Resistance and Frequency
• Built-InTransmitter Power Supply
Simulates transmitter input while simultaneously powering 2-Wire
transmitters and displaying milliamp output on the dual display
• Accuracy of ±(0.025% of Full Scale + 1 LSD) Typical
Accurate to 0.02 mA, V, or Hz, 1°C & 0.3 Ohms
• Laboratory Accuracy Pressure Measurement
QuikCal™ pressure modules display in 20 engineering units.
Match your process within 0.025% of Reading
• Troubleshoot Loops
AC Voltmeter (True rms) and Continuity Beeper built-in
• Standard “AA” Alkaline Batteries
Over 20 hours of full 20 mA output. Auto-Off saves batteries.
Optional AC adaptor for full time bench use.
• User Settable “QUIK-CHEKS©”
Store HI, SET & LO for instant recall
• Digital Accuracy with Analog Simplicity
Speed sensitive digital pot for fast output adjustment
Easy-to-Read Large Character LCD with backlighting
• Deluxe Accessories Set Included
Carrying case with neck strap for hands-free viewing plus
detachable leads, alligator clips, test probes & spade lugs

TYPICAL HOOKUPS
SOURCE mA, mVDC, VDC, Hz or CPM READ to 250.0 VAC
The TechChek 830 sources a wide variety of process Read VDC to 200.0V, Hz or CPM to 250 Vpeak
control signals. You can store any three output values and Check AC power (mains) to your panels without a
use the QUIK-CHEK switch to instantly recall them. voltmeter. Also measure power supplies, loop voltages &
Outputs are 4 to 20mA, 0 to 100% of 4 to 20 mA, 1 to 5 high amplitude frequency signals.
Volts, 0 to 100 mV plus square waves in Hz or CPM.
Milliamp Receiver Input
Controller
Transmitter
Computer AC Voltage Signal
Logger Mains
I/P Line Voltage
DCS

CALIBRATE 2-WIRE TEMPERATURE OR SIMULATE 2-WIRE TRANSMITTERS

FREQUENCY TRANSMITTERS Simulate a 2-Wire Transmitter output from 1.00 to 24.00
Use the TechChek 830 to simultaneously supply power mA or from -18.8 to 125.0% of 4 to 20 mA. Operates in
to a 2-Wire transmitter, simulate the input to the loops with power supply voltages from 3 to 45 VDC.
transmitter and display the 4 to 20 mA output of the Substitute the 830 for any transmitter to check all the
transmitter. other devices in the loop. Or use to temporarily replace a
The 830 supplies a nominal 25 VDC and supports loads faulty transmitter and keep the process going.
up to 1200 Ohms.

Receiver

(Powers external
2-Wire Transmitter)

To
Sensor
+IN- REF +OUT-

+IN- REF

(T/C / mA Shown)
Power Supply
Typical 2 to 45 VDC
2-Wire
Typical Transmitter
2-Wire
Transmitter (Disconnected)

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 TYPICAL HOOKUPS
SOURCE or READ Ohms and 2-Wire RTDs READ MILLIAMPS
Simulate resistance to 400 Ohms or 2-Wire Platinum Put the TechChek 830 in series with the loop to
100 Ohm RTDs. Read Pt 100 Ohm RTDs and resistance measure 4 to 20 mA. Flip the QUIK-CHEK switch to recall
to 1000 Ohms. the minimum and maximum readings.

Milliamp Output Signal

Receiver Input
Ohms or 2-Wire RTD Controller
Controller Transmitter
Transmitter P/I
Computer DCS

SIMULATE AN RTD SENSOR READ 3-WIRE RTDs

Simulate Platinum 100 Ohm, Nickel 120 Ohm and Measure Platinum 100 Ohm, Nickel 120 Ohm and
Copper 10 Ohm RTD sensors directly in °C or °F. Three Copper 10 Ohm RTD sensors directly in °C or °F.. Three
test leads and spade lugs are included with the 830 for wire hookup lets you read typical process control sensors
easy hookups. including ones with long cable runs. Minimum and maximum
Eliminates holding a bulky decade box while reading temperatures let you track temperatures to find control drift.
RTD vs. resistance tables.

Instrument with
RTD Input
Controller
Temperature Transmitter
Temperature Indicator
Temperature Trip or Alarm

SIMULATE A THERMOCOUPLE READ A THERMOCOUPLE

Dial in any temperature to Connect any J, K, T, E, N,
simulate the output of a Type J, + - + - R or S thermocouple and read
K, T, E, N, R or S thermocouple. directly in °C or °F.
Store three values for each Flip the QUIK-CHEK switch
thermocouple type on the to indicate the minimum and
Instrument with
QUIK-CHEK switch to Thermocouple Input maximum temperatures the
Controller 830 has measured. Monitor an
instantly output any Temperature Indicator
temperature in °C or °F. Temperature Trip or Alarm independent sensor to tune the
Cold junction compensation Temperature Transmitter deadband adjustment of
automatically adjusts the controllers.
millivolt output as the ambient
temperature changes.

CHECK CONTINUITY READ to 110.00 mVDC, 10.25 VDC

A tone sounds when the resistance between the READ kHz, Hz or CPM to 10.25 Vpeak
terminals is less than approximately 100 Ohms. Easily measure process DC signals. Flip the QUIK-
Continuity is useful to find open connections, shorts or CHEK switch to recall the minimum and maximum
to identify wire pairs. readings.
Use the TechChek 830 to measure batteries and loop
power supplies or across receiver inputs to measure the 1
to 5 volt signal. Read flow meter signals in Hz or CPM.

DC Voltage or Frequency
Output Signal
Controller
Transmitter
Power Supply
Flowmeter
Flow Sensor
Variable Speed Drive
 TYPICAL HOOKUPS
READ PRESSURE CALIBRATE 2-WIRE PRESSURE TRANSMITTERS
Select one of the QuikCal 90 Pressure Modules and Use the TechChek 830 to simultaneously supply power
place it into a ModPak 91 Module Holder. Connect the to a 2-Wire transmitter, read the input pressure to the
ModPak 91 to the TechChek 830 using the attached transmitter and display the 4 to 20 mA output of the
interface cable. transmitter.
Connect the QuikCal 90 Pressure Module directly to the The 830 supplies a nominal 25 VDC and supports loads
field fitting or with tubing to any pressure source. up to 1200 Ohms.

PROCESS CALIBRATOR

PROCESS CALIBRATOR

mA

V
QUIK-CHEK®

Pressure
HI MAX T/C

SET READ
Ω
LO MIN

Source SOURCE

STORE
READ
RTD

°C / °F
FREQ

TYPE
PRESSURE

RESET ZERO ENG UNITS

mA / % READ/POWER
% DP FLOW TRANSMITTER

DISPLAY
POWER
SOURCE READ
mA

V
QUIK-CHEK®
HI MAX T/C

SET READ
Ω
LO MIN
SOURCE READ
RTD PRESSURE
FREQ

STORE °C / °F TYPE
RESET ZERO ENG UNITS

mA / % READ/POWER
% DP FLOW TRANSMITTER

DISPLAY
POWER
SOURCE READ

TechChek 830 with optional QuikCal Pressure Module

and ModPak Module Holder

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 QuikCal 90 PRESSURE MODULE SPECIFICATIONS
Modules
QuikCal 90-5G 0 to 5 psi
QuikCal 90-10G* 0 to 10 psi
QuikCal 90-30G* 0 to 30 psi
QuikCal 90-100G* 0 to 100 psi
QuikCal 90-300G* 0 to 300 psi
QuikCal 90-500G* 0 to 500 psi
QuikCal 90-1000G * 0 to 1000 psi
QuikCal 90-2500G 0 to 2500 psi
Module Accuracy
90-5G ±(0.025% of rdg +0.0005 psi)
90-10G ±(0.025% of rdg +0.001 psi)
90-30G ±(0.025% of rdg +0.003 psi)
90-100G ±(0.025% of rdg +0.009 psi)
90-300G ±(0.025% of rdg +0.027 psi)
90-500G ±(0.025% of rdg +0.035 psi)
90-1000G ±(0.025% of rdg +0.01 psi)
90-2500G ±(0.025% of rdg +0.25 psi)
*Modules Available in March 1998
Optional QuikCal Pressure Module
and ModPak Module Holder
QuikCal 90 PRESSURE MODULE RANGES & RESOLUTION
Engineering Units 0 to 5 PSI 0 to 10 PSI 0 to 30 PSI 0 to 100 PSI
Max Rdg Resolution Max Rdg Resolution Max Rdg Resolution Max Rdg Resolution
PSI 5.0000 .0001 10.000 .001 30.000 .001 100.00 .01
pa 34474 1 68948 1 99999 1 99999 1
Kpa 34.474 .001 68.948 .001 206.84 .01 689.48 .01
Mpa 0.0344 .0001 0.0689 .0001 0.2068 .0001 0.6894 .0001
Bar 0.3447 .0001 0.6894 .0001 2.068 .0001 6.8948 .0001
mBar 344.74 .01 689.48 .01 2068.4 .1 6894.8 .1
Atm 0.3402 .0001 0.6804 .0001 2.0414 .0001 6.8046 .0001
Kgf/cm2 0.3515 .0001 0.7030 .0001 2.1092 .0001 7.0307 .0001
torr 258.57 .01 517.15 .01 999.99 .01 5171.5 .1
mm Hg @ 0°C/32°F 258.27 .01 517.15 .01 999.99 .01 5171.5 .1
in Hg @0°C/32°F 10.180 .001 20.360 .001 61.081 .001 203.60 .01
in Hg @15°C/60°F 10.208 .001 20.418 .001 61.253 .001 204.18 .01
in H2O @ 4°C/39.2°F 138.40 .01 276.80 .01 830.40 .01 2768.0 .1
in H2O @ 15°C/60°F 138.53 .01 277.07 .01 831.22 .01 2770.7 .1
in H2O @ 20°C/68°F 138.64 .01 277.30 .01 831.89 .01 2773.0 .1
in H2O @ 23°C/73.4°F 138.74 .01 277.48 .01 832.45 .01 2774.8 .1
mm H2O @ 4°C/39.2°F 3515.3 .1 7030.7 .1 21092 1 70307 1
mm H2O @ 23°C/73.4°F 3524.0 .1 7048.1 .1 21144 1 70481 1
cm H2O @ 4°C/39.2°F 351.53 .01 703.07 .01 2109.2 .1 7030.7 .1
cm H2O @ 23°C/73.4°F 352.40 .01 704.81 .01 2114.4 .1 7048.1 .1

Engineering Units 0 to 300 PSI 0 to 500 PSI 0 to 1000 PSI 0 to 2500 PSI
Max Rdg Resolution Max Rdg Resolution Max Rdg Resolution Max Rdg Resolution
PSI 300.00 .01 500.00 .01 999.99 .01 2500.0 .1
pa 99990 10 99990 10 99900 100 99900 100
Kpa 2068.4 .1 3447.4 .1 6894.8 .1 9999.9 .1
Mpa 2.0684 .0001 3.4474 .0001 6.8948 .0001 17.236 .001
Bar 20.684 .001 34.474 .001 68.948 .001 172.36 .001
mBar 20684 1 34474 1 68948 1 99999 1
Atm 20.414 .001 34.023 .001 68.046 .001 170.11 .01
Kgf/cm2 21.092 .001 35.153 .001 70.307 .001 175.76 .01
torr 9999.9 .1 25857 1 51715 1 99999 1
mm Hg @ 0°C/32°F 9999.9 .1 25857 1 51715 1 99999 1
in Hg @0°C/32°F 610.81 .01 999.99 .01 2036.0 .01 5090.1 .1
in Hg @15°C/60°F 612.53 .01 999.99 .01 2041.8 .1 5104.4 .1
in H2O @ 4°C/39.2°F 8304.0 .1 9999.9 .1 27680 1 69200 1
in H2O @ 15°C/60°F 8312.2 .1 9999.9 .1 27707 1 69268 1
in H2O @ 20°C/68°F 8318.9 .1 9999.9 .1 27730 1 69324 1
in H2O @ 23°C/73.4°F 8324.5 .1 9999.9 .1 27748 1 69371 1
mm H2O @ 4°C/39.2°F 99999 1 99999 1 99990 10 99990 10
mm H2O @ 23°C/73.4°F 99999 1 99999 1 99990 10 99990 10
cm H2O @ 4°C/39.2°F 21092 1 35153 1 70307 1 99999 1
cm H2O @ 23°C/73.4°F 21144 1 35240 1 70481 1 99999 1
 THERMOCOUPLE RANGES & ACCURACIES
T/C °C °F T/C °C °F
TYPE RANGE ACCURACY RANGE ACCURACY TYPE RANGE ACCURACY RANGE ACCURACY

J 100 to 1200 ±1.7 212 to 2192 ±2.3 N 300 to 1300 ±2.1 572 to 2372 ±3.0
-50 to 99 ±1.8 -58 to 211 ±2.5 100 to 299 ±2.3 212 to 571 ±3.3
-150 to -49 ±2.2 -238 to -57 ±3.2 -50 to 99 ±2.6 -58 to 211 ±4.0
-200 to -149 ±2.8 -328 to -237 ±4.3 -200 to -49 ±5.0 -328 to -57 ±8.2

K 1100 to 1372 ±2.2 2012 to 2500 ±3.1 R 1750 to 1768 ±4.2 3182 to 3214 ±6.9
0 to 1099 ±2.0 32 to 2011 ±2.9 950 to 1749 ±4.0 1742 to 3181 ±6.5
-100 to -1 ±2.3 -148 to 31 ±3.3 650 to 949 ±4.4 1202 to 1741 ±7.2
-200 to -99 ±3.6 -328 to -147 ±5.7 300 to 649 ±5.1 572 to 1201 ±8.4

T 200 to 400 ±1.7 392 to 752 ±2.4 S 1700 to 1768 ±4.9 3092 to 3214 ±8.0
0 to 199 ±1.9 32 to 391 ±2.7 1050 to 1699 ±4.4 1922 to 3091 ±7.1
-100 to -1 ±2.4 -148 to 31 ±3.5 700 to 1049 ±4.8 1292 to 1921 ±7.8
-200 to -99 ±3.5 -328 to -147 ±5.6 300 to 699 ±5.4 572 to 1291 ±8.9

E 250 to 1000 ±1.5 482 to 1832 ±2.0 Note: Thermocouple accuracies are based on an 80.00 mV Span
50 to 249 ±1.6 122 to 481 ±2.1 T/C Accuracy for °C is ±(0.05% of 80.00 mV + 1°C)
-100 to 49 ±1.9 -148 to 121 ±2.6 T/C Accuracy for °F is ±(0.05% of 80.00 mV + 1°F)
-200 to -99 ±2.6 -328 to -147 ±3.9
Source resolution is 1 °C or °F. Read resolution is 0.1 °C or °F.

RTD RANGES & ACCURACIES

RTD TYPE ALPHA °C RANGE ACCURACY °F RANGE ACCURACY
Pt 100Ω (DIN/IEC/JIS 1989) 1.3850 -100 to 850 ±1 -148 to 1562 ±2

Pt 100Ω (Burns) 1.3902 -100 to 648 ±1 -148 to 1200 ±2

Pt 100Ω (Old JIS 1981) 1.3916 -100 to 648 ±1 -148 to 1200 ±2

Pt 100Ω (US Lab) 1.3926 -100 to 862 ±1 -148 to 1584 ±2

Ni 120Ω 1.6720 -80 to 273 ±1 -112 to 524 ±2

Cu 10Ω 1.4274 -200 to 260 ±8 -328 to 500 ±14

RTD resolution is 1 °C or °F.

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 SPECIFICATIONS
(Unless otherwise indicated, specifications are for 1 year in ±% of Span @ 23°C)
GENERAL SOURCE THERMOCOUPLES
THERMOCOUPLE TYPES: J, K, T, E, N, R & S
TYPICAL 90 DAY ACCURACY: ±(0.025% of Full Scale + 1 LSD)1
RESOLUTION: 1 °C or °F.
1 YEAR ACCURACY: ±(0.05% of Full Scale + 1 LSD)
ACCURACY °C: ±(0.05% of 80.00 mV + 1°C); °F: ±(0.05% of 80.00 mV + 1°F)
WARM UP TIME: 10 seconds to specified accuracy, 2 minutes to maximum
COLD JUNCTION ACCURACY: ±1°C
accuracy
COLD JUNCTION EFFECT: within 0.05°C per °C change
TEMPERATURE EFFECT: ±0.01%/°C based on 23°±25°C
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: <0.3 Ohms
BATTERIES: Six “AA”, (R6) batteries (Alkaline supplied and
recommended) SOURCE CURRENT:>10 mA
BATTERY LIFE: READ THERMOCOUPLES
MILLIAMP SOURCE & 2-WIRE MODES: Nominal 12 hours at 20 mA THERMOCOUPLE TYPES & ACCURACIES: Same as for Source T/C
with 250 Ohm load; OTHER FUNCTIONS: Nominal 30 hours RESOLUTION: 0.1 °C or °F.
Note: Battery life is reduced when LCD backlighting is on COLD JUNCTION ACCURACY: ±1°C
LOW BATTERY INDICATION: “BAT” indication on the display at COLD JUNCTION EFFECT: within 0.05°C per °C change
approximately 4 hours left INPUT IMPEDANCE: > 1 Meg Ohm
OVERLOAD PROTECTION: 3 fuses,125 mA, Fast Blow OPEN THERMOCOUPLE DETECTION: 450 millisecond pulse. Nominal
NOISE: ±1 LSD at frequencies less than 10 Hz
threshold, 10 K Ohms.
NORMAL MODE REJECTION RATIO: 50 dB @ 50/60 Hz
OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE: -5 to +130 °F (-20 to +55°C) SOURCE RTD & OHMS
STORAGE TEMPERATURE RANGE: -13 to +130°F (-25 to +55°C) RTD TYPES:
RELATIVE HUMIDITY: 10 to 90%, non-condensing for 24 hours from 0 to 35°C Pt 100Ω for 1.3850 (DIN/IEC 751 & New JIS), 1.3902 (Burns),
OVERALL SIZE: 158.1 x 83.1 x 49.3 mm (6.23 x 3.27 x 1.94 inches) 1.3926 (US Lab) & 1.3916 (Old JIS 1604C-1981)
WEIGHT: 0.6 kg (1 lb, 5 oz) Ni 120Ω & Cu 10Ω
MILLIAMP SOURCE RTD RESOLUTION: 1°C or °F.
RANGES: 0.00 to 24.00 mA; -25.0 to 125.0 % of 4 to 20 mA; % DP Flow RANGE OHMS: 0.0 to 400.0 Ohms
ACCURACY: ±(0.05% of 24 mA Span + 0.01 mA) = 0.02mA ACCURACY: ±0.05% of Full Scale + 0.075 mV/mA Excitation Current)
TYPICAL DRIVE CAPABILITY: 1200 Ohms @ 20.00 mA ACCURACY OHMS: ±(0.05% of 400.0 Ohms + 0.1 Ohm) = ±0.3 Ohms (at
COMPLIANCE VOLTAGE: nominal 25 V @ 20 mA 1 mA Excitation Current)
TEMPERATURE EFFECT: ±((0.035 mV/°C)*(1/mA Excitation Current))
POWER & MEASURE 2-WIRE TRANSMITTERS ALLOWABLE EXCITATION CURRENT: 0.125 to 2.0 mA continuous DC
RANGES & ACCURACY: Same as for MILLIAMP SOURCE
OUTPUT CURRENT: up to 24.00 mA READ RTD
TYPICAL DRIVE CAPABILITY:1200 Ohms @ 20.00 mA RTD TYPES & RESOLUTION: Same as for Source RTD
COMPLIANCE VOLTAGE: nominal 25 VDC @ 20 mA RTD RANGE (IN OHMS): 0.0 to 400.0 Ohms
COMMON MODE ERROR: 0.01% Full Scale/Common Mode Volt RTD ACCURACY (IN OHMS): ±(0.05% of 400.0 Ohms + 0.1 Ohm) = ±0.3 Ohms
EXCITATION CURRENT SUPPLIED: 1 mA, nominal
2-WIRE TRANSMITTER SIMULATOR
RANGES: 1.00 to 24.00 mA; -18.8 to 125.0% of 4 to 20 mA; % DP Flow
READ OHMS
ACCURACY: Same as for MILLIAMP SOURCE RANGE OHMS: 0.0 to 1000.0 Ohms
LOOP VOLTAGE LIMITS: Mininum, 3 V; Maximum 45 VDC ACCURACY: ±(0.05% of 1000.0 Ohms + 0.1 Ohm) = ±0.6 Ohms
OVERLOAD PROTECTION: Current limited to 25 mA nominal EXCITATION CURRENT SUPPLIED: 1 mA, nominal
COMMON MODE ERROR: 0.01% Full Scale/Common Mode Volt FREQUENCY SOURCE
MILLIAMP READ RANGES: 1 to 1000 CPM (Count-Per-Minute); 1 to 1000 Hz, 0.01 to 10.00 kHz
RANGES: 0.00 to 24.00 mA; -25.0 to 125.0 % of 4 to 20 mA; % DP Flow ACCURACY: ±(0.05% of 1000 CPM + 1 CPM) = ±2 CPM;
ACCURACY: Same as for MILLIAMP SOURCE ±(0.05% of 1000 Hz +1 Hz )= ±2 Hz;
OVERLOAD PROTECTION: Current limited to 25 mA nominal ±(0.05% of 10.00 kHz + 0.01 kHz) = ±0.02 kHz
VOLTAGE BURDEN: 0.9V at 4 mA, 1.2V at 20 mA, 1.9V at 24 mA OUTPUT WAVEFORM: Square Wave, Zero Crossing, -1V to +5V ±10%
RISETIME: Hz <5 microseconds; CPM <100 microseconds
DC VOLTAGE SOURCE OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: <100 Ohms
RANGES: 0.00 to 110.00 mV; 0.00 to 10.25V SOURCE CURRENT: >1 mA at 10 kHz
ACCURACY:
SHORT CIRCUIT DURATION: Infinite
±(0.05% of 110 mV+ 0.01mV) = ±0.07 mV
±(0.05% of 10.25 V + 0.01V) = ±0.02V MEASURE FREQUENCY
SOURCE CURRENT: >20 mA RANGES & ACCURACY: Same as FREQUENCY SOURCE
SINK CURRENT: >20 mA TRIGGER LEVEL: 1 V RMS, DC coupled to 10.25 V;
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: <0.3 Ohms 7 V RMS, DC coupled to 250 V
SHORT CIRCUIT DURATION: Infinite INPUT IMPEDANCE: >1Meg Ohm + 60 pF
MEASURE DC VOLTS CONTINUITY CHECKING
RANGES: 0.00 to 110.00 mV; 0.00 to 10.25 V; 0.0 to 200.0 V TEST CURRENT: Nominal 1 mA
ACCURACY: THRESHOLD: 100 Ohm ±20%
±(0.05% of 110 mV+ 0.01mV) = ±0.07 mV INDICATION: Steady tone & Symbol on LCD plus Ohm Reading
±(0.05% of 10.25 V + 0.01V) = ±0.02V
±(2% of 200.0 V + 0.1V) = ±4.1 V OPTIONAL PRESSURE MODULE
INPUT RESISTANCE: >1 Meg Ohm to 10.25V, >5 Meg Ohm to 200V OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -10°C TO 50°C (13°F TO 122°F)
SOURCE RESISTANCE EFFECT: 0.01% per 100 Ohms STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -40°C TO 85°C (-40°F TO 185°F)
WEIGHT: 0.4 kg (14.5 oz)
MEASURE AC VOLTS TEMPERATURE EFFECT: None (Compensated over full range)
RANGE: 0.0 to 250.0 V True RMS CONNECTION: 1/8” NPT FEMALE
ACCURACY: From 10 to 250 VAC ±(2% of 250.0 VAC + 0.1 VAC) = ±5.1 VAC MEDIA COMPATIBILITY: Any liquid or gas compatible with 316 stainless steel
MAXIMUM CREST FACTOR: < 3 NEW PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
FREQUENCY RANGE: 45 to 800 Hz These specifications are for a new product and are subject to change
1Typical 90 day accuracy can be estimated by dividing the 1 year % of full without notice
scale accuracy by 2. Additions to the specification, such as + 1 LSD,
remain constant.
 ORDERING INFORMATION
ORDERING INFORMATION Part No. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Part No.

830 TechChek 830 90 QuikCal Pressure Module 90-_____

Process Calibrator Choose any QuikCal Pressure Module from the
following list. Please ask for information on
Included with each Model 830 are: additional module ranges.
Deluxe Carrying Case with hands free shoulder QuikCal 90-5G 0 to 5 psi
strap and zippered pocket for lead kits (09-3786) QuikCal 90-10G* 0 to 10 psi
Test Lead Kit (Part No. WIRE KIT-9) QuikCal 90-30G* 0 to 30 psi
NIST Traceable Certificate and Three Year Warranty QuikCal 90-100G* 0 to 100 psi
QuikCal 90-300G* 0 to 300 psi
QuikCal 90-500G* 0 to 500 psi
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Part No. QuikCal 90-1000G* 0 to 1000 psi
QuikCal 90-2500G 0 to 2500 psi
Thermocouple Wire Kit WIRE KIT-1
Contains T/C wires for types J, K, T & E * MODULES AVAILABLE IN MARCH 1999
1 Meter long, terminated at one end with
a minature T/C connector Replacement 830 Lead Kit WIRE KIT-9
Contains Pair of Red & Black leads with
91 ModPak Pressure Module Holder 91-ModPak right angle & straight sheathed banana plugs
ModPak 91 allows any QuikCal 90 Pressure Pair of safety insulated alligator clips, uninsulated
Module to be attached to the TechChek 830. The alligator clips, test probes and spade lugs
ModPak 91 has 1 meter (3’) of cable that plugs Extra Black lead and spade lug for 3-Wire
into the TechChek 830. A rubber strap restrains RTD connections.
the cable or is used to hang the ModPak from a Second pair of Red & Black leads with right angle
pipe or rail. sheathed banana plugs and alligator clips for mA
Read & Power Transmitter functions

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
OTHER PRODUCTS RECALIBRATION
Altek designs and manufacturers fast, accurate instruments for Altek recommends annual recalibration of the TechChek 830 and the
measurement, generation and simulation of virtually every process control QuikCal 90 Pressure Modules. To send a TechChek 830 back for
signal. Consult our factory directly or contact your local stocking recalibration, please call Altek for a Return Materials Authorization (RMA)
representative to order precise, low cost Milliamp Calibrators, Voltage number. Altek can also provide a field calibration procedure to any qualified
Sources, Thermocouple Sources, RTD Simulators, Frequency Calibrators calibration laboratory.
and Pressure Pumps, Indicators & Calibrators. Altek also produces The QuikCal Pressure Modules must be sent back to Altek if temperature
calibrators for custom ranges and unique applications. New models are characterized recalibration is desired. This type of recalibration is required
frequently added to the Altek family to meet all of your critical calibration to guarantee the specifications of the pressure module across the entire
requirements. Altek products are made in the USA. operating temperature range. Recalibration at a single temperature may be
performed at any qualified calibration laboratory provided they have a
Transmation QuikCal 190 Pressure Calibrator. A verification of pressure
THREE YEAR WARRANTY accuracy, without adjustment, may be accomplished using a deadweight
Our equipment is guaranteed against defective material and workmanship tester.
(excluding batteries, leads, module over pressure and module
contamination with incompatible materials) for a period of three years from
date of shipment. Claims under guarantee can be made by returning the
equipment prepaid to our factory. The equipment will be replaced, repaired
or adjusted at our option. The liability of Altek is restricted to that given
under our guarantee. No responsibility is accepted for damage, loss or
other expense incurred through sale or use of our equipment. Under no
condition shall Altek be held liable for any special, incidental or
consequential damage.

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