CurveX 3 Nano is a 4-channel oven recorder specially designed for can coaters and limited space thru-process temperature profiling.

 

The CurveX 3 Nano has four thermocouple type K inputs to be used to measure either surface- or air temperature. The CurveX 3 Nano comes complete with 4 wire probes and self-adhesive attachment pads to position the probes. Each probe can be used for either surface or air temperature. The probes are usually attached to a real can on the next pin.

 

While can coating the time-temperature cycle must be controlled carefully – Together with the cans the oven recorder winds through the conveying system in the oven and makes up a complete temperature profile. With help of paint cure specifications it determines the curing process by calculating the cure index for you, enabling a simple pass / fail setup.

 

Behind a computer, you can analyse all gathered data with TQC Ideal Finish Analysis software or print a report with all measurement data and graphs.

 

Features

• Operate through only 3 buttons
• Meaningful feedback of multi coloured LED's
• Factory calibrated for immediate use
• Downloads data through a standard USB port
• Rechargeable battery pack through USB connector
• Large memory of max. 160,000 readings
• Memory for 10 different batches, automatically overwrites the oldest results
• Programmable “paint type” memory for immediate “pass / fail” result
• Round design, only 53 mm in Ø, for use in can ovens
• Competible with Ideal Finising Alalysis software

 

It features durable and impact resistant housing, USB connectors, rechargeable batteries and three multi-colour LED’s. Compatible with ideal finish analysis software.

 

Scope of supply

• CX3040       CurveX 3 Nano
• CL0018       Factory calibrated, calibration certificate included
• CX5010       Ideal Finish Analysis Software license
• CM1105      USB cable
• GL0103       USB memory stick
• CX3060       Plastic carrying case
• CX9090       4x Thermocouple wire probes 1.5m
• CX2205       Set of 25 Self-adhesive attachment pads (T=250°C/482°F)

CurveX 3 Nano Data Logger

 

Measuring range : 0°C to 300°C 

Operating temperature : 0°C to 60°C

Accuracy : ±1 °C 

Channels : 4

Sample interval time : 1 s to 60 min

Memory : 10 batches with 16000, or 1 batch with 160000 readings

Display : Three multi-colour LED’s

Interface : USB

Housing material : Stainless Steel

Dimensions (D x W x H) : 51x210x110 mm - Incl. End caps with guide slots

Dimensions (D x W x H) : 51 x 210 mm - Incl. End caps

Power supply : Rechargeable battery

Battery life time : 120 hour continuous use

Weight : 850 g

CurveX 3 Nano Thermal Barrier

 

Duration:

30 mins at 100°C,

19 mins at 150°C,

15 mins at 200°C,

12 mins at 250°C,

10 mins at 300°C.

Maximum operating temperature 300°C 

 

Dimensions (D x W x H) : 51mm x 110mm

Weight: 850 g

 

Housing

The CurveX 3 Nano is built into a stainless steel casing and has a can shaped form factor. This form factor allows the data logger to be used in a variety of can oven setups. Usually the cans traverse through the production process by placing them over pins, the pins in turn are attached to a big chain that runs through the whole production line. The housing at the same time functions as insulation box. Unlike our other CurveX products the Nano does not need a separate insulation box.

 

Inside end-caps

Typically the cans are painted both on the in- and outside. This is done in 2 different production processes. The CurveX can be used in both of these processes. During the first step, painting the inside, the cans are placed in trays that traverse through the first oven. The Nano is supplied with end-caps that allow the data logger to be placed in the tray. With these end-caps the data logger is completely cylindrical in shape.

 

Outside end-caps

To allow for easy installation into the production line and to reduce down time to a minimum, the CurveX 3 Nano has a special set of end-caps with adjustable fittings. These end-caps allow the data logger to be slided over a pin. Once in place, the position on the pin can be quickly fixed with 2 butterfly bolts.

Probes for CurveX Oven Data Loggers

 

TQC offers a wide range of sensors suitable for measuring the oven CurveX system. All sensors feature standard thermocouple K connectors and are universally interchangeable with other temperature measurement systems. For different applications, there are several mounting possibilities of the sensors. TQC supplies magnet sensors, clamp sensors, wire & ring sensors. In addition, the sensors are available in different temperature ranges and wire lengths.

 

All TQC sensors are specially designed for the most accurate measurement:

• Perfect contact between sensor and substrate
• Low weight and optimal shape prevents temperature influences from the outside
• Cable with easy to clean outer shield, highly flexibel due to the twisted cable cores and extremely strong due to the breaded metal mesh armor

TQC Ideal Finish Analysis Software

Supported Operating Systems :     Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 / 8.1 and Windows 10

Platform :                                      32 b or 64 b

Memory :                                      32 MB

Required Hard Disk space :          128 MB