2 September 2008


The MiniSort 3 is a hand-held portable metals sorter containing a CCD mini-optic, power supply, processor, spark-stand, and a removeable, rechargeable, Lithium-ferropolymer battery pack.  The primary purpose of the MiniSort 3 is to identify and sort different metal alloys.  MiniSort 3 is factory calibrated and does not require any further calibration or standardization



Hardware

3600 pixel CCD mini-optic for wavelengths 230nm to 640nm (includes the measurment of Li in Al-Cu alloys). 
Each test uses a A 1.7A dc arc plasma which is generated from the silver electrode to the sample surface.  Samples should be clean and dry for the test.  Test times are factory set for optimal performance.
The LiFP battery pack provides enough power for over 250 tests from a full charge.  The battery pack is removeable and can be recharged on the fast-charger within 90 minutes.  Additional battery packs will permit extended on-site use of the MiniSort 3.  Mains power can be used to power the MiniSort 3 indefinitely.
The MiniSort 3 can be connected to your pc via the data/comms port of the battery charger or via a wireless (bluetooth) connection.  These connections enable the user to download logged data and amend the alloy tables.
MiniSort Weight (kg): 2.4.
Dimensions (mm): 300x200x100 maximum.
 
 

Software

Operating on the in-built processor and within the WINDOWS MOBILE environment, MiniSort software is operated via a touch-screen.  The software boots up automatically when the MiniSort is switched on and will be ready for the first test within a few seconds.  Operation is simple and users become competent within minutes.
Five types of test are available on the MiniSort:
Auto-ID: When the type of material is unknown.
Pass-Fail: Simple sorting between a few grades of alloys.
Quick-Test: Chemical analysis Sorting of multiple alloys of a single base metal.
ID: Identification only sorting of multiple alloys of a single base metal.
Analysis: Averaging of multiple tests on a single sample.

Calibration

MiniSort 3 can be calibrated for a wide range of metal types including:
Irons & Steels;
Aluminium;
Copper;
Titanium;
Nickel;
Zinc;
Magnesium.
Other types of metals may be available on request.

Every MiniSort is uniquely calibrated using certified standards. 

Contact Alert Engineering for further details 

 

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