IRC081 Ion Reference Gauge Controller
The IRC081 Ion Reference Gauge Controller is a precise and reliable device designed to provide accurate vacuum pressure measurements in combination with the IRG080 gauge. It offers a user-friendly interface for local and remote control, ensuring efficient operation in various scientific and industrial applications.
Specification Snapshot
Measurement channel
1
Measurement unit (selectable)
mbar
Measurement unit (selectable)
Torr
Measurement unit (selectable)
Pa
Consumption
≤20W
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The IRC081 Ion Reference Gauge Controller is a precise and reliable device designed to provide accurate vacuum pressure measurements in combination with the IRG080 gauge. It offers a user-friendly interface for local and remote control, ensuring efficient operation in various scientific and industrial applications.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement channel | 1 |
| Measurement rate | 1s⁻¹ |
| User Interface | Front panel, PC-software |
| Manual control | 5 knobs |
| Remote Control | via USB 2.0 with PC software 'IRC081 user interface' |
| Installation | Tabletop |
| Connectable gauges with display range | IRG080: <1×10⁻⁸...1×10⁻⁴mbar, <1×10⁻⁹...1×10⁻²Pa |
| Measurement unit (selectable) | mbar |
| Measurement unit (selectable) | Torr |
| Measurement unit (selectable) | Pa |
| Cathode bias | 20...60V(dc) |
| Wehnelt | 20...60V(dc)/≤1mA |
| Anode | 200...400V(dc)/≤1mA |
| Deflector | 20...60V(dc)/≤1mA |
| Faraday | 200...400V(dc)/≤1mA |
| Emission range | 100μA, 1mA |
| Heater | Controlled by emission current |
| Controller connections to gauge ion collector | Bayonet (BNC) |
| Controller connections to gauge control interface | Push-pull self-latching, 7-pin |
| Measuring sockets | 7 (2x filament, Wehnelt, anode, deflector, Faraday, GND) |
| Min. measurable current | <0.1pA |
| Accuracy | 0.5% in the 50pA range, <0.1% elsewhere |
| Connection Type | CAT III, 4m |
| Vacuum interlock/status port | 1×D-sub 9-pin |
| Available input/output signals | 1×sensors status, 1×external vacuum interlock |
| Interface (Digital) | USB 2.0 |
| Interface to user computer | USB Type-A |
| Interface to controller | USB Type-B |
| Power Supply | IEC 320 C14 plug |
| Voltage | 100...240V(ac) |
| Frequency | 50...60Hz |
| Consumption | ≤20W |
| Operation temperature (ambient) | +5...+40°C |
| Storage temperature | -20...+60°C |
| Relative Humidity | max. 80% (up to 30°C), max. 50% (from 30°C) |
| Use | Indoors, max. altitude 3000m above sea level |
| Ingress Protection | IP40 |
| Weight | 2.2kg |
Applications
1. Metrology and transfer standards to national and calibration laboratories 2. Advanced scientific and industrial applications requiring precise vacuum pressure measurement for quality assurance 3. Calibration of other vacuum gauges and mass spectrometers, pump speed measurement
Key Features
1. Provides local control for IRG080 gauge parameters 2. Simple manual operation with 5 potentiometers 3. USB-B port for PC connection 4. Data log and parameter log functionality 5. External port for status and vacuum interlock
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<p>INFICON is a leading provider of innovative instrumentation, critical sensor technologies, and advanced process-control software that enhance productivity and quality in vacuum-based manufacturing. Its analysis, measurement and control products are widely used in semiconductors, thin-film coating, flat-panel displays, solar cells, automotive and refrigeration leak detection, life sciences and more. Headquartered in Switzerland (listed on SIX as IFCN), INFICON established its China operation (a wholly owned subsidiary) with a Shanghai manufacturing plant in 2006 and sales offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Hong Kong.</p>
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