FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrator
Hose sizing guide for testing Pressure safety valves
When performing pressure safety valve testing with the Ralston Instruments FieldLab, it's important to use a hose or pipe that matches the pressure rating and flow requirements of the test. Typically, the following sizes are recommended: - For ...
Use a FieldLab to run a valve test with manual marking of crack and reseat
Use this article if you selected "Manual Marking of Crack and Reseat" when you created your valve test in FieldLab Desktop. The FieldLab interface is slightly different if you selected "Auto Detection of Crack and Reseat". To learn how to perform a ...
Change the Active Test Mode on a FieldLab
1. Select the Menu Button 2. Scroll to Test Modes and press the Right Arrow Button When you access the Test Modes sub-menu you can view a list of every test that has been added to the FieldLab. 3. Scroll to the Test Mode you wish to Activate by using ...
FieldLab API Document
The API document allows users to communicate with a FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrator (model FLP1). Compatible with all FieldLabs using firmware 1.126 and above PC Serial Port Settings The recommended pc serial port settings are: Baud – 9600 ...
Adjust Damping on a FieldLab Display
Ralston FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrators are capable of displaying pressure changes close to real-time, which in some situations is faster than the human eye can register. This article shows you how to slow down and speed up the rate of pressure ...
Calibrate the pressure sensor on a FieldLab
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 FieldLab to acceptable ...
Install Solar Panel Kit
Instructions for installing FieldLab Solar Power Outdoor Enclosure Kit. 1 Select location Select a location to mount the solar panel that is south-facing and close enough to the FieldLab Outdoor Enclosure that the power cord will reach and can be ...
Mount FieldLab Outdoor Enclosure Kit
Instructions for mounting to a pole or a wall. Instructions for assembling an Outdoor Enclosure Kit are here: Assemble Outdoor Enclosure Kit. Mount to a Wall 1 Attach to wall using lag screws. Secure the Enclosure Kit to a wall with four lag screws ...
Assemble Outdoor Enclosure Kit
Step-by-step instructions for installing FieldLab Outdoor Enclosure Kit. Note: If you already have an assembled enclosure kit and want instructions for mounting it, you can find them here: Mount FieldLab Enclosure Kit. Tools you will need: Wrench ...
Find the Firmware version on your FieldLab Pressure
Learn how to find out which version of Firmware is installed on your FieldLab Pressure Calibrator. On the FieldLab 1 From the Main Pressure Screen, Press the Menu Button 2 Scroll to and select Information Screen 3 The Firmware Version of your ...
Change the Date and Time
Learn how to adjust the Date and Time, and formats for each, on the FieldLab Pressure Calibrator. Easy way If your desired date and time for the FieldLab match the current date and time on your PC, simply select "Set to PC Time" and save changes. 1 ...
Update Gauge Firmware
Ralston Instruments is always making improvements and adding useful features to make your job easier. You can take advantage of these improvements by updating the firmware on your FieldLab device. This article applies to the following devices: ...
Register a FieldLab
This article applies to: FieldLab, all models. Field Gauge, all models. 1 Open FieldLab Desktop software on your computer. If you haven't done so yet, download and install FieldLab Desktop. 2 Connect the FieldLab device to the computer with the ...
Custom Name your FieldLab
Learn how to apply a custom name to your FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrator. Especially useful when you have more than one FieldLab device. 1 From the Devices screen in FieldLab Desktop, select the device you want to rename. 2 On the Overview ...
Troubleshooting Wireless Connection
Many real-world factors can affect the range and strength of your FieldLab wireless connection. This article covers the most common issues, and how to remedy them. Assumptions You have FieldLab Desktop installed and running on a computer You have a ...
Install Wireless Module
Instructions for installing Wireless RF Module Assembly. 1 Power off the FieldLab 2 Using a Phillips-head screwdriver, loosen and remove the two screws at the top of the FieldLab. 3 Remove the cap panel. 4 Insert the Wireless Module with the Wireless ...
Make a Wireless Connection between a FieldLab and FieldLab Desktop
Import Data Sets, Add & Sync Test Modes, and monitor live pressure readings from a remote location with a wireless connection. Before you can make a wireless connection. Before you can connect your FieldLab to FieldLab Desktop: A Wireless Module must ...
Change Wireless Channel on a FieldLab
FieldLab software and devices are set by default to channel 26, which is the channel farthest away from most common Wi-Fi networks. That being said, electromagnetic interference can come from a wide array of devices, and changing the channel may help ...
Change Pressure Connection
FieldLab can connect with all industry-standard connection types. This article tells you how to change out an installed pressure connection and replace it with one of many different pressure connections available for the FieldLab Pressure. 1 Use a 1 ...
Clock Battery Critical
Return instructions for getting your clock battery replaced. Message displayed when FieldLab clock battery needs replaced If your FieldLab is displaying this message, then the date & time displayed on the FieldLab screen and in saved data sets could ...
Put FieldLab Pressure Calibrator into Update Mode to update firmware
Update Mode allows you to manually update the FieldLab Pressure Calibrator firmware. 1 Power off the FieldLab 2 Connect the FieldLab Pressure to FieldLab Desktop via USB 3 Power on the FieldLab Pressure while holding down both the Zero Button and the ...
Change Last and Next Calibration Dates on a FieldLab
Customize the last and/or next calibration date on a FieldLab. 1 Plug the FieldLab Pressure into the computer with the provided USB cord, power it on and open FieldLab Desktop software. 2 Select the FieldLab device you wish to change on the Devices ...
Safety Certifications for FieldLab (FLP1) with Wireless Module installed
European Union, United States and Industry Canada Agency Certifications for FieldLab Pressure Gauge with a Wireless Module P/N DGAU-0046 installed. If RF Module P/N DGAU-0046 is installed the following approvals apply: RF Module Agency Certifications ...
Safety Instructions for using a FieldLab in Hazardous Locations
Important things to know about operating the FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrator in hazardous locations. Do not use FieldLab until you have read and fully understand the instructions and hazards of the product Any modifications to this product with ...
Warnings for FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrator
WARNING: DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY IN CLASS I, DIV 1/ZONE 0 HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS. WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT TO USB PORT IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS. WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT TO POWER PORT IN CLASS I, DIV 1/ZONE 0 HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS. WARNING: EXPLOSION HAZARD. IN ...
Intrinsic Safety Approvals for Hazardous Locations
Every Ralston FieldLab Model FLP1 includes the following Intrinsic Safety Approvals: ATEX and IECEx Hazardous Locations In ATEX and IEC classified hazardous locations this apparatus is suitable for use in Class I, Zone 0, Group IIC locations as a ...
Add and Remove Engineering Units
Customize the engineering units available on the FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrator. Before you can use FieldLab Desktop to administer Engineering Units, you must first Add the FieldLab to FieldLab Desktop. Full instructions for doing so are ...
View available engineering units installed on FieldLab
Quickly see what engineering units are available on the FieldLab. 1 Press the Menu Button 2 Navigate to the Units menu item and press the Right Arrow Button. 3 View the Engineering Units available on the FieldLab. You can add and remove available ...
View Device Information on a FieldLab
View the information screen to see: What version of Firmware is currently running on your FieldLab Pressure; model number; the maximum pressure that can be measured; serial number, and next calibration due date. 1 Press the Menu Button to view the ...
Switch Engineering Units
Quickly switch between available engineering units used to measure and record pressure on the FieldLab. You can add and remove available engineering units on the FieldLab by connecting to FieldLab Desktop. More information in the article: Add and ...
Find the Serial Number of a FieldLab
On the back of a FieldLab Every FieldLab comes with a unique Serial Number printed on the lower-left corner of the metal plate secured to the back. In FieldLab Desktop App 1 On the Device Screen, select a the FieldLab Pressure device and go to the ...
Specifications for FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrator
Technical specifications of the FieldLab. Pressure ±0.1% of Reading (20-100% of Full Scale)<br/> ±0.02% of Full Scale (0-20% of Full scale) Vacuum (For ranges 300 psi/20 bar and below) ±0.25% of Full Scale where Full Scale is -14.5 PSIG or -1 bar ...
Adjust Zoom level of Vertical Pressure Bar
Zoom in or out on the Vertical Pressure Bar on a FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrator. The FieldLab screen has both a numeric and graphic readout to display the current pressure. The numeric readout is very precise, while the graphic readout to ...
Reset Max/Min
When certain Test Modes are activated, FieldLab Pressure displays a running tally of the highest and lowest pressures that the gauge has detected until powered off. You can view it on the main pressure screen beside the rows titled Max and Min. 1 To ...
Zero a FieldLab
Reset the FieldLab pressure readout to zero when there is no pressure applied to it. Sometimes, due to atmospheric pressure, the FieldLab will show a negative or positive pressure when there isn't actually any pressure applied to it. When that ...
Charge your FieldLab battery
1 Assemble the charger. 2 Plug charger cord into the rear of the FieldLab. Thread tightly. 3 Plug charger cord into a wall socket. Recommended charge time: 24 hours on first charge. Charge overnight after each use.
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.
Find the Max Pressure of a FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrator
Learn how to locate the max rated pressure for a FieldLab device. Exceeding the max rated pressure of your FieldLab could damage it and have an adverse affect on its functionality. Ralston Instrument offers FieldLab Pressure devices in a variety of ...
Guide to the External Features of a FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrator - Back
Visual overview of the anatomy of the FieldLab Pressure Gauge. PRINT ARTICLE 1. USB Port 2. Power Port
Guide to the External Features of a FieldLab Digital Pressure Calibrator - Front
Anatomy of the FieldLab Pressure, front-side. Maximum Rated Pressure Power Button Log Button Menu Button Up Button Zero Button Backlight Button Left Button Zoom Button Right Button Down Button Pressure Port
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