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Support Articles for Field Gauge LC10, LC20, and Process Meter LC30FieldLab Mobile App
Use your Apple or Android mobile device to remote control logging, monitor live readings, harvest test data, and share your data sets wirelessly.FieldLab Desktop Software
Log pressure and temperature directly to your computer, manage data sets, and create custom tests.FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrator
Support articles for FieldLabHand Pumps
Pneumatic and Hydraulic calibration test pumps.Ralston Instruments, LLC
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Replace Batteries in a Field Gauge LC10
Power off the gauge. Remove the four screws from the back of the gauge with a 2mm hex key/Allen wrench or Phillips-head screwdriver. Older models shipped with hexagonal sockets, newer models ship with Phillips-head screws. Remove the back panel. ...Installation instructions for panel-mounting a Process Meter LC30
1. Cut holes in panel using diagram 2. Position LC30 over holes 3. Insert bolts from front and install nuts loosely in back 4. Tighten nut until snug, but not too tight 5. Connect pressure / temperature connections 6. Connect power via approved power ...Pair a new temperature probe
How to pair a replacement temperature probe with a Ralston Gauge Note: These instructions apply only to replacement temperature probes manufactured by Ralston Instruments. Temperature Probe product information page: PT100 IEC Class A RTD Probe with ...Battery Life
Battery Life of a FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrator From a fully charged battery: Approximately 72 Hours with backlight on 2,016 Hours with display in sleep mode.Add or Remove pressure engineering units on a Field Gauge
Update or download & install the latest version of the FieldLab Desktop app on your Windows computer to Version 1.40.4 or later. Update FieldLab Desktop to the Latest Version. 1. Connect & Power On Open the FieldLab Desktop Software Connect the Field ...
Recent Articles
Pressure decay after squeezing hydraulic pump handles
Pressure decay is a natural effect of using a hydraulic pump and does not necessarily (always check) mean a leak in your system. Here's why: When you use a hydraulic pump to increase system pressure rapidly, the hydraulic fluid's temperature rises. ...How to Place an Order Using the Ralston Instruments Distributor Portal
Purpose: This article explains how Ralston Instruments distributors can efficiently place an order using the Ralston Instruments Distributor Portal. Note that this is only available to users who are employees of authorized Ralston Instruments ...How to Request a Quote from Ralston Instruments
Overview At Ralston Instruments, we aim to make the quote request process as streamlined as possible for both end users and distributors. This guide outlines the steps for each group to request a quote efficiently. For End Users End users are ...Calibrate the pressure sensor on a Field Gauge and Process Meter
Do-it-yourself instructions for calibrating a Ralston digital gauge with the free FieldLab Desktop software. At the end of this process, FieldLab Desktop will automatically make any necessary adjustments to bring your Ralston gauge to acceptable ...How long do the keypads on the LC gauge last?
The keypad buttons on the LC10, LC20 and LC30 gauges last typically 5-10 million cycles. This varies depending on the ambient temperature as well as the force with which the buttons are pushed.