HP (Hewlett-Packard) ColorFlex 13-1 Printer User Manual


 
13-8 ColorFlex 07/02
Note: If you do not use the autostore function, then be sure to manually log each reading by
pressing the Up Arrow/Print key after entering the sample ID from the bar code reader.
2.5-inch Glass Sample Cup
The sample cup is ideal for the analysis of powders, granules, pellets, and
translucent samples. It is recommended for use with the instrument in the
port-up position. The cup can be filled with the desired sample and placed at
the measurement port so that the sample is measured through the glass bottom
of the cup.
Sample Cup Opaque Cover
The opaque cover provides a light trap to exclude the interference of external
light on a sample contained in the 2.5-inch sample cup. It is placed over the
filled cup at the sample port as shown below.
Sample Cup Port Plate (45°/0° instruments only)
This port insert is specially designed to accommodate the 2.5-inch (64-mm) glass sample cup and to
hold it in the proper position at the measurement port. Remove the standard port insert by pulling it out
of the port insert retainer. Replace it with the sample cup port insert, then standardize the instrument.
Ring and Disk Set (45°/0° instruments only)
The ring and disk set includes a plastic ring and ceramic disk designed for
use inside the 2.5-inch glass sample cup (sold separately). The ring and
disk set are recommended for use when measuring translucent liquids,
transparent liquids, and semi-solids to exclude external light and provide a
consistent white background. Place the ring inside the sample cup and fill
the cup with the sample to a level above the ring. Then place the ceramic
disk on top of the sample (until it rests on top of the ring) with the white
portion facing the sample. If desired, cover the entire assembly with the