Optima vT Leak and Flow Tester

Optima vT offers Uson’s industry-leading reliability and advanced leak testing technology in a highly configurable and versatile tester. A comprehensive user interface puts control and information directly in your hands via the large, clear touch screen display.

Uson’s TCU2 provides unlimited leak and flow test design

This second generation Test Control Unit offers unparalleled flexibility in a single test channel. TCU2 allows up to four high-resolution sensors and with its available custom pneumatic configurations, the sky is the limit on your leak and flow test design creativity.

Leak testing innovation for the most demanding applications

With a choice of one or two test channels, optional enclosures, a wide range of test types and custom pneumatics, the Optima vT takes versatility in leak testing to a new level. For demanding applications, choose high flow valves for fast filling larger volumes, or specify Uson’s proprietary differential pressure transducer for utmost sensitivity and repeatability. Even use two channels to test two cavities or parts simultaneously to reduce cycle time.

Advanced Security Features for 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance

The Optima vT is now available with A3 (Advanced Authorization and Authentication). The A3 upgrade option offers advanced security features including user authentication through individual passwords or roles and the ability to log and monitor changes to parameters which enables compliance with standards such as 21 CFR Part 11 (U.S), MHRA/EU Annex 11 and others.

Optima vT Specifications

	Optima vT	Notes
Industries Best Suited for Use		Industrial Packaging Medical Automotive
Max Channels-Design	2	Two independent test channels for asynchronous testing.

Channel Operating Modes

	Optima vT	Notes
Synchronous		Test multiple parts or chambers in sequence.
Independent		Test multiple parts or chambers independently.
Coordinated		2 or more channels working together to test one part.

Inputs/Outputs

	Optima vT	Notes
Max Decision Sensors / tester	8	Test up to 8 parts concurrently
Max Sensors / channel	4	(For the QMR, one sensor is exclusively for Temperature input)
A/D resolution (bits)	24	High resolution for greater accuracy.
Max Analog Outputs / tester	2	0 to 10 VDC
Max Analog Outputs / channel	1
Analog Output bits	16	Pulse width modulation (PWM)
Maximum 24V DC discrete digital inputs / tester	64
Valve Control signals / tester	12 / channel	Configure and control complex pneumatic circuits (8 Amp max for TCU 2)
Maximum 24V DC discrete digital outputs / tester	48	Optima vT can send outputs to PLC for decision making.
Discrete digital outputs / channel	12	Optima vT can receive inputs to control leak test programs.
Standard configurable digital I/O		Assign inputs and outputs for custom automation.
Digital I/O Expansion option	Additional 16 in 12 (valve drive capable) out (per TCU)	Requires Expanded I/O TCU2
Two-handed start support (software based)		Valuable safety feature for semi automate systems.
Digital I/O Voltage Level	24 vdc

Communication Interfaces

	Optima vT	Notes
RS-232 ports / tester	4	Supports serial devices such as bar code readers, printers etc
Host USB 2.0 ports	5
Profibus		Supports the most common communication protocols
Modbus serial
Ethernet IP
Profinet
DeviceNet

Local Area Network Support

	Optima vT	Notes
RJ 45 Ethernet ports	2	Connect to a network.
Logging to a networked disk		Log data to a remote computer.
Emailed alerts		Notify supervisor of consecutive rejects, % rejects and other data.

Physical Characteristics

	Optima vT	Notes
Size (HWD) Inches	*10 x 14 x 5	* HMI Only
Weight lbs	15	Excludes separate pneumatic enclosure and contents.
Color Display size	15"	Large format screen can show dual channel data simultaneously.
Color Display pixels	1024 x 768	Bright hi-res screen is easy to read.
Touch screen display		Full operator control from front panel if desired.
Touch scroll control pad
Front-panel membrane buttons	5
Front-panel run / program key
Front panel start/abort buttons	*	*vT uses touch screen
NEMA 12		Indoor protection against common non corrosive liquids and dust.
Remote pneumatics chassis		Customizable pneumatics to accommodate challenging tests.
Test Ports	Custom	Choice of number and locations.
Calibration Ports	Custom	Choice of locations.
Test port style	Per Design	Choice of test ports
Pendant Style Remote Control		Remote control via pendant - useful for when the unit is caged or access is controlled.

Sensor Types

	Optima vT	Notes
Pressure		Supports all common test types as well as electrical and temperature measurements.
Mass flow
Differential pressure
Load cell
Laminar flow
LVDT
Electrical current
Electrical volts
Temperature

Test Techniques / Step Types

	Optima vT	Notes
Measure		Supports all common test types as well as electrical and temperature measurements.
Pressure Decay with optional comp & optional cal from vacuum to 500PSI
Mass Flow with optional comp & optional cal
Laminar flow
Vacuum decay
Pressure Increase Chamber Test
Sealed component test (a.k.a., Metered Chamber Test)
Occlusion Test
Burst under Pressure
Burst under Vacuum
Crack, upstream
Crack, downstream
Auto Zero
Wait for input
Coarse Flow
Vacuum force decay
Differential Vacuum
Differential Pressure decay; 0 to 15 bar

Operational Features

	Optima vT	Notes
Real time clock
Program select via Digital Inputs		Interface easily with PLC
Start / Abort via Digital inputs		Interface easily with PLC
Bar code input & control		Select programs according to bar code reader.
Auto Comp & Auto Cal		Built in calibration mode makes calibration easy.
Temp Comp (Pressure change)		Supports both common methods of temperature compensation.
Temp Comp (Temp change)		Supports both common methods of temperature compensation.
Q-DAS interface		Full QDAS compatibility
Regulator – closed loop control		Gain maximum performance from electronically programmed regulators.
In-field configuration		Easy to set up and reprogram.
Configurable Pressure Units: psig, mbar, inH2O, mmH2O, inHg, mmHg, Kpa or Kg/cm2		Select units familiar to the locale.
Parts Grading		Identify borderline failures for reclaim.
Auto Run Mode		Tester will continue to test automatically until aborted.
Conditional Program Jumps		Jump from program to program based upon conditional inputs.
Accept/ Reject Step Markers – Continuous with timeout
Accept/ Reject Step Markers - Pulsed

Data: Statistics and Graphical Displays

	Optima vT	Notes
Accept/ Reject / Total Counts		Wide variety of statistical reports to provide valuable information for SPC and SQC.
Min/Max Test Result
Average Pass/Reject Result
Standard Deviation of all test results
Range of test results
Pressure versus time plot

Software

	Optima vT	Notes
Operating System Software	Unix Based
Run/Program security key
Password protection
Hard Disk
Addressable Programs	199
Internal Test Result storage (test cycles)	100,000+
Sequence	Jumps within a test, optional jumping and grading within a channel, conditional wait on input, math steps	Program complex tests and base decisions on conditional inputs.
Sensor Calibration	Software zero & span with option of multi-point linearization per analog input.	Built in calibration mode makes zero and span simple to perform.
Comp & Cal with auto-zero option
Step Editing		Create complex tests.
Math steps		Enable decisions on aggregate leak rates.

The Pioneer of Modern Leak Testing

Leak testing versatility at your fingertips.

Uson’s TCU2 provides unlimited leak and flow test design

Leak testing innovation for the most demanding applications

Advanced Security Features for 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance

Optima vT Specifications

Channel Operating Modes

Inputs/Outputs

Communication Interfaces

Local Area Network Support

Physical Characteristics

Sensor Types

Test Techniques / Step Types

Operational Features

Data: Statistics and Graphical Displays

Software

Advanced Security Features Update Now Available

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