PosiTector RTR Replica Tape Reader - Digital spring micrometer measures and records peak to valley surface profile height using replica tape. 
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Features
One-handed menu navigation RESET feature instantly restores factory settings Automatically subtracts the 50.8 μm (2 mil) incompressible substrate from all readings Minimizes inspector workload by reducing the number of replicas needed to ensure accuracy Solvent, acid, oil, water and dust resistant – weatherproof Rugged indoor/outdoor instrument – ideal for field or shop use Shock-absorbing, protective rubber holster with belt clip Measures height (H) and linearized height (HL) Certificate of Calibration (Long Form) showing traceability to NIST included Check Shim provided to verify accuracy Conforms to national and international standards including ISO and ASTM Mils/Microns switchable PosiTector body accepts all PosiTector RTR, SPG, 6000, 200, DPM, and UTG probes easily converting from a coating thickness gage to a dew point meter, surface profile gage or wall thickness gage Display Languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Dutch, Portuguese, Italian, Norwegian, Russian, Czech, Polish and Turkish. High contrast backlit display for bright or dark environments Flip display enables right-side-up viewing Uses alkaline or rechargeable batteries (built-in charger) Continually displays/updates average, standard deviation, min/max height and number of readings USB port for fast, simple connection to a PC and to supply continuous power. USB cable included PosiSoft solutions for viewing, analyzing & reporting data Screen Capture - record and save image into USB flash memory for record keeping and review Every stored measurement is date and time stamped Software updates via web keep your gage current Two (2) year warranty on body AND probe
Complete Kit
ALL Gauges are supplied as a complete kit including precision plastic shims, protective rubber holster with belt clip, wrist strap, 3 AAA alkaline batteries, instructions, nylon carrying case with shoulder strap, protective lens shield, Long Form Certificate of Calibration traceable to NIST, USB cable, two (2) year warranty
Gauge Selection
| FEATURE | RTR-H1 | RTR-H3 |
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|  |  | | Included PosiTector body | Standard | Advanced | | Included PosiTector probe | PRBRTRH | | PosiTector body accepts all PosiTector RTR, SPG, 6000, 200, DPM, and UTG probes easily converting from a coating thickness gage to a dew point meter, surface profile gage or wall thickness gage |  | | | High Contrast LCD Display | Monochrome | Color | | Measures height (H) - comparable to a conventional analog spring micrometer | | | | Measures linearized height (HL) | | | | Statistics - Instantly calculate average, standard deviation, min/max thickness and number of readings while measuring | | | | Batch Annotation - Create meaningful batch names and enter notes directly on the instrument using a familiar on-screen QWERTY keyboard | - | | | Reading Storage Capacity | 250 in one group | 100,000 in up to 1000 groups | | Store thickness, profile, environmental and wall thickness measurements in individual batches | - | | | USB port for fast, simple connection to a PC and to supply continuous power. USB cable included | | | | PosiSoft 3.0 - desktop software (PC/Mac) for downloading, viewing, printing and storing measurement data from PosiTector gauges. No internet connection required. | | | | PosiSoft USB Drive - stored readings and graphs can be accessed using universal PC/ Mac web browsers or file explorers. No software required | | | | PosiSoft.net - a free web-based application offering secure storage of thickness readings | | | | WiFi technology wirelessly synchronizes with PosiSoft.net, downloads software updates, and connects to mobile devices for expanded functionality | - | | | PosiSoft Mobile - gage-based software application allows access to readings, graphs, capture photos and update notations through WiFi enabled devices such as tablets, smart phones and computers | - | | | Bluetooth Wireless Technology for data transfer to a PC or optional portable printer | - | | | Real Time Graphing, Picture Prompting, & Batch Notes | - | |
How it Works
Prepare the test surface Locate a representative site for measurement. Clean the surface to be tested.
We recommend the use of cleaning putty to remove dust, debris, or residual blast media from the surface.
Firmly press the putty onto the surface using your fingers, and remove. 
Burnish the replica tape (create a replica) Select the appropriate grade of replica tape based on the target profile (Coarse or X-Coarse). See tape instructions for assistance.
Pull a single adhesive-backed replica tape free of its release paper. A "bull's eye" circle of paper should remain on the release paper (it is not used for measurement).
Apply replica tape to blasted surface. Press the adhesive-backed ends of the paper to hold it firmly in place during the burnishing process. 
Firmly compress replica film using the rounded end of the included stainless steel burnishing tool. Apply sufficient pressure in a circular and x-y rubbing motion to produce a replica with a uniform pebble grain appearance. It normally takes 30 to 60 seconds to fully compress all parts of the film on most surfaces. In general, too much compression is safer than too little.
After burnishing is complete, remove the replica tape from the surface.
Prepare the PosiTector RTR Clean the measurement surfaces (anvils) using the included cleaning card. Swipe the card through the opening a few times while firmly pressing both probe buttons to remove dust particles and residual tape adhesive.
Power-up the PosiTector RTR by pressing the center navigation button. An image appears indicating that the probe requires zeroing.
Simultaneously press and hold both probe buttons firmly until the Gage beeps and the arrows point outward. Do not place anything in the measurement opening during this procedure.
Measure the included check shim to verify accuracy.
Ensure the correct grade of replica tape, C or XC, is displayed in the upper left corner of the LCD. Prepare the PosiTector RTR Insert the burnished replica tape into the measurement opening. Ensure the tape is properly positioned so that the burnished region is centered within the opening in the probe with the adhesive (sticky) side down.
To position the tape, move the Testex? Press-O-Film? replica tape to the back of the probe and align the two dots (printed on replica tape) with arrows on both sides of the measurement opening.
If you are using older Testex? Press-O-Film? replica tape that does not have the printed dots, simply align by centering the tape within the measurement opening.
Once positioned, firmly press both probe buttons simultaneously and hold until the PosiTector RTR beeps and the measurement is displayed. During measurement, a constant anvil pressure is applied to the replica tape regardless of how hard the two buttons are pressed.
The PosiTector RTR automatically subtracts the 50.8 μm (2 mil) of incompressible polyester film. No further adjustments are required.
Testex? Press-O-Film? Replica Tape
Replica Tape provides a simple way to obtain an impression of a surface for analysis. It consists of a layer of crushable plastic micro foam affixed to a 50.8 μm (2 mil) incompressible polyester film. When compressed against a roughened surface, the foam collapses and acquires an impression, or reverse replica, of the surface. It is available in a number of grades to accommodate measurements in different profile ranges 
Placing the compressed tape (replica) into the PT-RTR gives a measure of the average maximum peak-to-valley height of the surface roughness profile 
The gage automatically subtracts the thickness of the polyester substrate from all measurements
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Complete Kit
ALL GAUGES COME COMPLETE with body and probe, stainless steel burnishing tool, cleaning cards(5), check shim, surface cleaning putty, protective rubber holster with belt clip, wrist strap, 3 AAA alkaline batteries, instructions, nylon carrying case with shoulder strap, protective lens shield, Long Form Certificate of Calibration traceable to NIST, USB cable, PosiSoft.net account, two (2) year warranty.
Replica Tape not included 
Specifications
| Measurement Range | 20 to 115 μm (0.8 to 4.5 mils) | | Accuracy (H) | ± 5 μm (± 0.2 mils) | | Resolution | ± 1 μm (± 0.2 mils) | | Anvil Diameter | ?6.3 mm (?0.25 inch) | | Anvil Pressure | 110 grams-force (1.1 Newtons) | | Dimensions | 152 mm x 61 mm x 28 mm (6" x 2.4" x 1.1") | | Weight | 140 g (4.9 oz.) without batteries |
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