TVC-1 TrueVac™ Vacuum Pressure Display

Portable Rugged Design

Designed for Field-based tasks 

Wide Transducer Selection

Compatible with a wide selection of Sens4 transducers and other vendors gauges

Battery Operated

Uses standard AA Batteries for quick in-field replacement

Flexible Use

Use as Handheld Device, Bench Tabletop or Attached to Magnetic surface

The TVC-1 TrueVac™ Vacuum Pressure Display is a portable universal handheld display and instrument for fieldwork, service, maintenance, and other tasks where flexibility is important. The display enables you to get quick access and insights to measurement data from the large selection of Sens4 vacuum transducers and analog transducers from other vendors.

The rugged design and battery operation makes the TrueVac™ ideal for in-field vacuum measurements whether you are servicing an air conditioning system or checking the insulation vacuum on a cryogenic system.

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Flexible Choice of Gauge

 A comprehensive selection of Sens4 transducers is available for the TrueVac™ TVC-1 display, allowing users to choose features and performance tailored to their specific application.


Additionally, the TVC-1 is compatible with gauges from other vendors, including Agilent, DigiVac, Lesker, Edwards, and a wide range of standard 0–10 VDC Capacitance Diaphragm Gauges (CDG).

The TrueVac™ TVC-1 is a versatile tool designed for quick on-site verification and testing of gauges, regardless of their type or brand.

Applications

The TVC-1 is expertly designed for precise vacuum measurement in the field or in applications where portability and convenience are essential. Its compact and lightweight build ensures it’s easy to carry, while its rugged construction allows it to perform reliably in challenging environments. Whether you're working on HVAC systems, laboratory setups, or industrial equipment, the TVC-1 delivers accuracy and efficiency, making it an indispensable tool for professionals on the move

H2 Vacuum

Hydrogen Supply

In-field vacuum pressure check of insulation vacuum on Hydrogen supply lines and storage tanks.

Aircondition Service

The portable TrueVac display makes it ideal for in-field service and repair of aircondition system.

Test & Calibration 

The TVC-1 can be used to test and calibrated system integrated vacuum transducers.

Space Simulation

Space Simulation

Measure vacuum gas pressure when simulating the harsh environment of space.   

PVD

PVD Coating

The VPM-5 with serviceable baffle protection enable use and longevity in Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) coating applications. 

Furnace Vacuum Applications

Furnace

Measure and control vacuum during vacuum heat treatment. Optional baffle and coating protection available for industrial applications.

Specifications & Downloads

Specifications


Measuring range in mbar

1×10-6 to 1333 mbar (7.5×10-7 to 1000 Torr)

Measuring principle 1×10-6 to 1.5 mbar 

MEMS Pirani thermal conductivity

Measuring principle 1.5 to 2 mbar

Blended MEMS Pirani / piezo reading

Measuring principle 2 to 1333 mbar

MEMS piezo resistive diaphragm

Accuracy 1×10-5 to 9.99×10-5

25% of reading

Accuracy 1×10-4 to 7.99 mbar

5% of reading

Accuracy 8.00 to 99.9 mbar

1% of reading

Accuracy 100 to 800 mbar

0.5% of reading

Accuracy 800 to 1099 mbar

0.25% of reading

Accuracy 1100 to 1333 mbar

0.5% reading

Hysteresis 1×10-3 to 10 mbar (ISO19685:2017)

1%

Hysteresis 10 to 1333 mbar (ISO19685:2017)

0.1%

Analog output resolution

16 bit (150 μV)

Analog output update rate

124 Hz

Response time (ISO 19685:2017)

<20 ms

Temperature compensation

+10 to +50 °C

Solid state relay set point range

5×10-6 to 1333 mbar (3.75×10-6 to 1000 Torr)

Solid state relay contact rating

50 V, 100 mArms / mADC

Solid state relay approvals

UL Recognized: File E76270

CSA Certified: Certificate 1175739

EN/IEC 60950-1 Certified

Environment conditions


Operating ambient temperature

-20 to +50 °C

Media temperature

-20 to +50 °C

Storage ambient temperature

-40 to +120 °C

Bake-out temperature (non-operating)

+120 °C

Maximum media pressure(3)

10 bar absolute

Mounting position

Arbitrary

Protection rating, EN 60529/A2:2013

IP40

Humidity, IEC 68-2-38

98%, non-condensing

Power supply


Supply voltage

12-30 VDC

Power consumption

240 mW (max)

Reverse polarity protection

Yes

Overvoltage protection

Yes

Internal fuse

100 mA (thermal recoverable)

Materials


Enclosure

SS 1.4307 / AISI 304L / Aluminum 6061

Vacuum Process flange (media wetted)

SS 1.4401 / AISI 316

Vacuum exposed materials (media wetted) Standard version

316 Stainless steel, Kovar, glass, silicon, nickel, aluminum, SiO2, Si3N4, gold, Viton®, low out-gassing epoxy resin, solder, RO4305

Vacuum exposed materials (media wetted) Parylene protected version

316 Stainless steel, Viton®, Parylene

Vacuum exposed materials (media wetted) Ceramic protected version

316 Stainless steel, Viton®, Aluminum oxide ceramic (AI2O3)

Process leak tightness

<1·10-9 mbar·l/s

Reliability


MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure)

13.092.170 hours

Failure rate FIT (Failure In Time, where time=10E+9 hours)

76,38

Approvals


CE

EMC directive 2014/30/EU

RoHS compliance

Directive EU 2015/863

​(1) Accuracy specifications are typical values at stable temperature after zero adjustment.

​(2) Viton® is a trademark of THE CHEMOURS COMPANY FC, LLC

​(3) Overpressure limits only applicable with using fittings rated to the specified

Specifications are subject to change without further notice

Datasheet

 VPM-5 Datasheet


User Manual

> VPM-5 Shortform manual

> VPM-5 Operation and Installation manual


Declaration of Conformity

> CE Declaration of Conformity 


ROHS

> RoHS statement


REACH


Reliability

> Reliability report

STEP files
> VPM-5-10xxxxx2 (DN16KF with 15 pin HD D-Sub)

> VPM-5-10xxxxx2 (DN25KF with 15 pin HD D-Sub)

> VPM-5-80xxxxx2 (DN16KF extended with 15 pin HD D-Sub)


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