CALWEST TECHNOLOGIES

 

Featuring – VersaLoggerTM Temperature Collection Data Loggers

and VersaCalcTM Thermal Processing Software

 

New Announcement !!!!!!!!!

 

VersaCalc TM Thermal Processing Calculations Software is Now Available Bundled With VersaLogger TM Data Loggers

 

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I. VersaLoggerTM Temperature Acquisition Data Loggers

 

1.  VersaLogger II Data Logger a completely new designed portable data acquisition system, utilizing the latest technology.  Design includes Electrically Isolated Input Thermocouple Channels, providing input isolation from stray electrical signals that can impact certain thermal processing testing, primarily involving pouches, trays and aluminum cans.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VersaLogger II Specifications

 

Accurate

 

·         Accuracy : 0.2 deg F. (0.11 deg C.) over  0 deg F. to 300 deg F. and  0.50 deg F. (0.28 deg C.) over  -40 deg F. to 600 deg F.

·         Input Range : -40 deg F. to 600 deg F. (-40 deg C to 315 deg C.)

·         RMS Variation Among 32 Channels : < 0.1 deg F (0.055 deg C.)    

·         RMS Noise : < 0.05 deg F. (0.0277 deg C.)

·         Calibration Certificate Included

·         Electrically Isolated Thermocouple Inputs (VersaLogger II only)

 

Compact and Portable

 

·         Dimensions : 8.4 in. x 12 in. x 3.5 in. (213 mm. x 305 x 89 mm.) - Weight : 6.5 pounds (less than 3 kg)

·         32 or 16 Channel Models : Type T thermocouple inputs (subminiature female jacks)

·         USB or RS232 serial link to host computer, LED indicators, cable supplied

·         Internal Rechargeable Battery : 1 hour battery operation when fully charged, operates on AC

·         Automatic charging when power connected; auto shut-off prevents deep discharge of battery

·         External AC/DC Isolated Converter : Universal Input - 90-264 VAC; 47-63 Hz - CE certified

·         Adapters for European, UK, USA /Japan/Canada and Australian inputs supplied with unit

 

VersaLogger Data Collection Software (Included)

 

·         Collects and displays time temperatures during testing (in degrees F or C)

·         Calculates and displays cumulative General Method F values and/or temperature lags during testing

·         Capabilities for probe/lead calibrations (pre-test or during test)

·         Stores data in text file, which is compatible with VersaCalcTM  Thermal Processing Software

·         Test data file information easily imported into popular spreadsheet software

·         User friendly Windows based software

·         Free software upgrades, no charge per test or use

·         Print time temperature and F-value summary data

 

VersaCalc Heat Penetration and Temperature Distribution Analyses Software

 

·         Available to be bundled as an inexpensive add on

 

 

 

 

2.  VersaLogger I Data Logger  a completely new designed, low cost 32 channel data acquisition system incorporating the latest technology.  This is an updated version of the original VersaLogger, including the latest design components and USB or RS 232 communication capabilities.  Specifications and Performance identical to VersaLogger II (except thermocouple input channels are not electrically isolated).  Battery life approximately 6 hours, when fully charged. 

 

Suitable for all Temperature Distribution testing and also for Heat Penetration Testing in steel cans.

 

 

 

 

 

II. VersaCalcTM Thermal Processing Software

 

VersaCalc Calculations Software  a valuable software tool for analyses of Heat Penetration and Temperature Distribution time temperature data.  Enables Ball Method mathematical Semilog Plotting and Formula Method calculations for F values and Cook Times for thermal process establishment and/or process deviations evaluations.

 

 

 

Ball Method Semilog Plot – Broken Heating

 

Heat Penetration and Temperature Distribution Data Analyses

 

·         Semilog graphing and development of heating factors (fh, jh, xbh, f2 and fc)

·         Ball Formula Method process time and lethality evaluations of heat penetration data

·         General Method F-value determinations for heating and cooling

·         Summary and detailed reports of all information

·         Temperature max/min and F-value temperature distribution graphs and analyses

·         Capabilities for importing text files (Excel .csv and Ellab.txt) from other collection systems

·         fh-value container size conversions (conduction and convection, cans and pouches)

·         User friendly Windows based software

·         Prompt Customer Service - Free updates and upgrades, no use fees

·         Backed by more than 30 years experience in thermal processing computer applications

 

 

Additional Information and Pricing Available by Contacting : -  

 

versalogger@alliancephysics.com or Larry 330-862-3053

 

calwest@execulink.com or John 519-424-3171