KILN TRACKER SYSTEM FOR CERAMICS | Furnace Profiling System

Datapaq's Kiln Tracker Temperature Profiling System helps reduce energy costs by optimizing firing cycles. The system enables users to adjust their kiln to the most efficient temperature and cycle times, and see energy costs diminish. The Kiln Tracker system allows users to set up process files that can be saved and modified at any time to determine and maintain optimum time at temperature for maximum throughput and efficiency. With the use of the most advanced and tested techniques for accurately gathering and storing information, Datapaq has created industry specific standards to analyze, synthesize and report information in a precise and succinct manner.

The Main Components of this Kiln Tracker System for Ceramics are:

Thermal Barriers
- Phased Evaporative Thermal Barriers
- Roller Hearth Thermal Barriers
Data Logger
Insight Software

Phased Evaporative Thermal Barriers
Roller Hearth Thermal Barriers
Data Logger
Insight Software
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Datapaq's proven technology utilizes insulation innovations which ensure the logger stays cooler longer. By maintaining distinct phases of heat transfer these barriers maximize the time a logger remains at operable temperatures.

FEATURES

Innovative thermal protection technology can withstand long duration and high temperature processes.
Lightweight and low height for easy installation.
Can accommodate two Tpaq21 data loggers (20 channels total) for maximum data
Made of rugged, high grade stainless steel for reliable durability.

SPECIFICATIONS

Part No.		TB6100	TB6200	TB6400
Number of channels		8, 10, 16, 20	8, 10, 16, 20	8, 10
Weight (empty)		20 kg / 44.1 lbs	13.5 kg / 29.8 lbs	7.25 kg / 16 lbs
Weight (full)		27.25 kg / 60 lbs	18.5 kg / 41 lbs	9.75 kg / 21.5 lbs
Size	Height	180 mm / 7"	155 mm / 6"	120 mm / 4.7"
	Width	350 mm / 14"	280 mm / 11"	200 mm / 7.9"
	Length	480 mm / 19"	430 mm / 17"	370 mm / 14.6"
Thermocouple Type**		K	K	K

This barrier's unique combination of phase evaporation technology and fiber blanket keeps the data logger cool and recording during hostile roller hearth kiln processes

FEATURES

Sampling interval programmable down to 30 readings per minute for fast processes
Sizes available to suit many process
High maximum operating temperature up to 1200°C / 2200°F

SPECIFICATIONS

Part No.	TB3020	TB3036	TB3038
Height	77 mm / 3.0"	200 mm /7.9"	300 mm / 11.8"
Width	360 mm / 14.2"	432 mm / 17.0"	512 mm / 20.0"
Length	638 mm / 25.1"	660 mm / 26.0"	735 mm / 29.0"
Weight (empty)	10.5 kg / 23.1 lbs	24 kg / 53 lbs	36.5 kg / 80 lbs
Weight (full)	15 kg / 33 lbs	32 kg / 70 lbs	51 kg / 112 lbs
Thermal Duration (average temp.)	1 hr @ 700°C / 1300°F	7 hrs @ 700°C / 1300°F	17 hrs @ 700°C / 1300°F
Max Temp	1200°C / 2200°F	1200°C / 2200°F	1200°C / 2200°F

Compact, highly sophisticated and accurate, this logger records 130,000 data readings over 10 selectable channels.

Variable sampling intervals and multiple event programming provides detailed analysis where heat treatment processes are followed by fast moving sections of the product temperature profile, such as gas or water quenches.

FEATURES

Ten thermocouple channels for maximum data collection on each run.
Huge memory capacity: 130,000 data points for detailed process analysis.
Sampling intervals down to 0.1 seconds to collect maximum data in minimum time.
High accuracy: to +/- 0.3°C / 0.5°F for compliance to tight specifications.
Hot data protected by non-volatile memory or software warning if reset is attempted before download.
USB & RS232 communication for rapid data download to laptops.
Radio Frequency (RF) telemetry or hard wired data acquisition for monitoring in real time with full analysis functions and alarms to alert if the process is out of specification.
Four status LED's to show the exact logger activity after disconnecting from the computer.
Push start/stop buttons for easy user control.
Two battery types for operation in normal and high ambient temperatures.
Rugged industrial case and electronics allows operation in harsh furnace and kiln environments of dust, pressure, and vacuum.
'Multiple events' allows sampling interval change during the run, ideal for water and gas quench processes.
Reset by start button after download for speed and simplicity.

SPECIFICATIONS

Parameters	Normal operating temperature		High operating temperature
Model number*	TP2086	TP2016	TP2186	TP2116
No. of channels	8	10	8	10
Memory (data points)	130,000	130,000	130,000	130,000
Max. operating temp	70°C / 158°F	70°C / 158°F	110°C / 230°F	110°C / 230°F
Battery type	NiMH rechargeable	NiMH rechargeable	VHT Lithium	VHT Lithium
Max. battery life between charges**	340 hours	340 hours	250 hours	250 hours
Sampling interval- No telemetry	0.1 sec – 50 mins	0.1 sec – 50 mins	0.1 sec – 50 mins	0.1 sec – 50 mins
Sampling interval- Hardwired telemetry	1 sec – 50 mins	1 sec – 50 mins	1 sec – 50 mins	1 sec – 50 mins
Sampling interval--RF telemetry	n/a	2 secs – 50 mins	n/a	3 secs – 50 mins
Max. operating pressure at 20°C / 68°F	20 bar / 290 psi	20 bar / 290 psi	20 bar / 290 psi	20 bar / 290 psi
Min. operating pressure at 20°C / 68°F	10-5millibar	10-5millibar	10-5millibar	10-5millibar
* Model number shown is for type K thermocouples only, other types have different model numbers ** Max. battery life depends on sampling interval, operating temperature and use of RF telemetry

Insight software is the newest software package developed by Datapaq to meet the needs of the ceramics industry. It combines powerful analysis tools, with real time functionality, and ease of use.

With Insight software you can watch the kiln profile unfold on the screen in front of you while Insight carries out all the relevant calculations in the background, automatically informing you of any out of tolerance parameters.