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Computer Control
To control the MINIPULS 3 from a computer, connect an appropriate Gilson interface module, or a Gilson RS-232
adapter to the computer.
Next, connect a Gilson Serial Input/Output Channel (GSIOC) cable between the interface module (or adapter)
and the MINIPULS 3, and any other Gilson devices that are controlled from the same computer.
The 9-position female plug on the GSIOC cable connects directly into the male socket on the MINIPULS 3 rear panel.
The type of interface module used, and details of how the various units in the system are interconnected,
depend on the complexity of the system.
Refer to the appropriate user’s guide, and to 6 - REMOTE CONTROL beginning on page 26, for more details relating
to GSIOC connections and commands.
Install or Change the Pump Head
Follow these procedures to install or replace a pump head.
The safety cover must be installed on the pump head before operating
the pump. Failure to do so presents a mechanical hazard to the user.
Safety cover installation instructions are provided on page16.
Remove Cover
1 Unscrew the two screws securing the cover to the pump head
until the cover can be lifted off the pump head.
2 Lift the cover off the pump head.
Open Pump Head
1 Unlock each channel of the head by pressing the trigger key
towards the roller barrel.
2 Swing the compression cam out.
Install Pump Head
1 Place the two mounting screws (part number 4011564204,
supplied in the accessory kit) through the pump head.
2 Install the pump head on top of the speed control module in
the desired position; four are possible. Do not position it with
the drain tube to the front.
3 Turn the roller shaft so that the slot at the bottom of the shaft
aligns with the tab of the rubber coupler in the speed control
module. Turning the shaft gently back and forth can help the user to engage it with the tab. When these
two parts are properly engaged, the base of the pump head rests on top of the speed control module.
4 Slide the pump head so that the two screws fall into their inserts and then tighten the screws, but do not
over-tighten.
Tubing - Selection and Fitting
Introduction
There is a small Iso-Versinic® drain tube inside the MINIPULS 3, with
an outlet at the base of the pump. The tube, which limits the risks
resulting from a rupture of the peristaltic tubing, is connected to the
motor assembly to prevent liquid from seeping inside the instrument.
All other tubing is fitted to the pump head. Gilson supplies two types
of tubing:
peristaltic tubing with two retaining stops,
connection tubing without retaining stops.
In normal operations, short lengths of peristaltic tubing are placed in the pump head. With MP pump heads, it
is essential that peristaltic tubing with two retaining stops is used. The calibrated stops ensure that the tubing
is correctly tensioned when fitted to the head.
HF models can use either type of tubing. The user then links the MINIPULS 3 with other hydraulic components
of the system (for example chromatographic columns) using connection tubing, connectors, and couplers of
appropriate diameter and material.
Type of Material
Tubing made of various materials and
with different internal diameters is
available from Gilson. The tubing sizes
and materials, recommended for MP
and HF pump heads are shown in the
table. Tubing sizes are specified as
internal diameter (ID) in millimeters (mm).
Maximum flow rates are specified in
milliliters/minute.
For any given type of pump head, the type of solution pumped determines the type of peristaltic tubing to be
used. For more information, refer to Recommended Tubing (by Application) on page 14.
More rigid materials, such as PVC, produce smaller pulsations. For example, when pumping water at 45 rpm
(pressure = 0.1 MPa or 14.5 psi) typical values for pressure pulsations are 5% with 6 mm (ID) PVC tubing and
20% with 6 mm (ID) silicone tubing.
MP Models HF Models
Flow Connecting Flow Connecting
Type mL/min mm (ID) mL/min mm (ID)
PVC up to 26 0.25 to 3.2 up to 236 2 to 8
Fluoroelastomer up to 38 0.5 to 4 - 2 to 6
Silicone up to 45 0.6 to 2.8 up to 200 2 to 7
Polypropylene up to 14 0.5 to 2 up to 171 2 to 6.4
Recommended Tubing (by Flow Rate)
Trigger key
Compression cam
Safety cover