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(GB) INSTRUCTION MANUALMini Ti-BallTM

TitaniumSublimation Source

Model 916-0008Model 916-0009

vacuum technologies

Mini Ti-BallTM TitaniumSublimation Source

INSTRUCTION FOR USE................................................................................................... 1

TECHNICAL INFORMATION.............................................................................................. 2

OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................. 2

SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................... 2

MOUNTING DIMENSIONS ..................................................................................................................... 2

INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................... 5

Inspection ...................................................................................................................................... 5

Assembly ....................................................................................................................................... 5

Installation...................................................................................................................................... 6

Control Unit Connection ................................................................................................................ 6

MAINTENANCE....................................................................................................................................... 6

Replacement Mini Ti-Ball™ Source (Model No. 916-0008) ......................................................... 6

Cleaning of Titanium Film.............................................................................................................. 6

Cleaning Methods.......................................................................................................................... 6

Cleaning Procedure for Stainless Steel......................................................................................... 6

PART LIST............................................................................................................................................... 7

Replacement Part List ................................................................................................................... 7

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

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GENERAL INFORMATION

The equipment described in this manual is intended forprofessional use. The user must carefully read thisinstruction manual and any additional informationprovided by Varian before using the equipment. Variandeclines all responsibility for damage caused by thetotal or partial misuse of the instructions providedherein, by the improper use of the equipment byuntrained personnel, by unauthorized interventions orby negligence in complying with any specific nationalrule or regulation.

The following sections provide you with all theinformation needed to guarantee the operator’s safetywhen using the equipment. Detailed information isprovided in the appendix entitled “TechnicalInformation".

The following conventions are used in this manual:

!Danger messages call the operator’s attention to aspecific procedure or operation that could causeserious injury if not performed correctly.

WARNING!

Warning messages are provided before proceduresthat could cause damage to the equipment if notcomplied with.

NOTE

Notes provide you with important information extractedfrom the text.

STORAGE

The equipment can be transported and stored underthe following environmental conditions:

• Temperature: -20 °C to +70 °C• Relative humidity: 0 to 95% (non-condensing)

PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

If you detect any damage to the equipment that couldhave been caused during transportation, contact yourlocal sales office immediately.

When unpacking the equipment, be careful to avoiddropping it or knocking it against anything.

Do not dispose the packaging material in theenvironment. The packaging material is totallyrecyclable and complies with EEC directives 85/399 forthe safeguard of the environment.

DISPOSAL

Meaning of the "WEEE" logo found in labelsThe following symbol is applied in accordance with theEC WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)Directive.This symbol (valid only in countries of the EuropeanCommunity) indicates that the product it applies tomust NOT be disposed of together with ordinarydomestic or industrial waste but must be sent to adifferentiated waste collection system.The end user is therefore invited to contact the supplierof the device, whether the Parent Company or aretailer, to initiate the collection and disposal processafter checking the contractual terms and conditions ofsale.

WARNING!

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OVERVIEW

The Mini Ti-Ball™ Source is a superior titatiumsublimation source for getter pumping in high vacuumand utrahigh vacuum systems. Directly interchangeablewith Varian's standard TSP filament cartridge, the MiniTi-Ball™ Source requires no additional water cooling orpower.

Although designed for use with either Mini Ti-Ball™TSP Control Units Model 929-0023 (50 Hz) or Model929-0022 (60 Hz), the Mini Ti-Ball™ Source may beused with any other standard 380 Watt, 50 Amp ACfilament power supply. The Source will fit any port witha 2¾" OD x 1½" ConFlat® flange.

Compact in design, the Mini Ti-Ball™ Source consistsof a titamium ball assembly and holder mounted on 2¾"OD ConFlat flange. The center of the Mini Ti-BallSource extends approximately 7½" into the vacuumsystem at what would be the approximate midpoint ofthe 3-filament cartridge assembly, which the Sourcereplaces.

A characteristic of pure titanium is that it undergoes ashift in crystalline structure each time it passes throughapproximately 900 ºC. Therefore, it is recommendedthat the Mini Ti-Ball™ Source be kept at a standbypower level (95-100 Watts, ~ 30 amps) while undervacuum rather than be cycled to an off condition whennot in use. Excessive cycling can cause severedistortion of titanium ball, which can lead to prematureend of life. Maintaining the Source at standby powerdoes not consume titanium, since sublimation at thislevel is negligible.

SPECIFICATIONS

A. HolderVacuum Flange Size: 2¾" OD ConFlat®

Bakeability: a. to 250 ºC for normal Operationb. to 450 ºC with reduced life caused by oxidation of braze joints.

B. Mini Ti-Ball™ Titanium SourceTotal Usable Titanium 15.2 grams max.

Operating Current: 50 amps max.

Voltage: 7.6 V at holder

Operating PressureRange: < 20 millitorr

C. Sublimation Rate 0.25 gram/hour minimum,at 50 amps heater current

MOUNTING DIMENSIONS

InchesDimensions: ---------------------- (Millimeters)

Mini Ti-Ball™ Source Assembly,Model No. 916-0009, Dimension Drawing

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Mini Ti-Ball™ Source Life in Hours as aFunction of Heater Current

Mini Ti-Ball™ Source SublimationRate as a Function of Life

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Mini Ti-Ball™ Source Minimum Sublimation Rate asa Function of Heater Current.

The Rate of Sublimation Increases Somewhat withLife (at a Constant Heater Current)

Determine what per cent time was used with old filament cartridge.For example: 80% (4 minutes on and 1 minute off) = 46 amps on Mini Ti-Ball Source.

Equivalent Mini Ti-Ball™ Source ContinuousCurrent Setting Corresponding to Average Sublimation

Rate Setting when Using Old TSP Timer to Operate Filamentwith Initial 50-amp Setting (Note that the new Mini Ti-Ball™/TSP

Control Unit features a 30-minute timer)

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INSTALLATION

InspectionThe Mini Ti-Ball™ Source is shipped ready forassembly, The Mini Ti-Ball™ Source shipping packagecontains the Mini Ti-Ball™ Source assembly,Mini Ti-Ball holder, four set screws, and two bristol keywrenches. If you have ordered a replacement MiniTi-Ball Source, the shipping package contains the MiniTi-Ball™ Source assembly, four set screws and twobristol key wrenches.

The shipping package is designed to afford asatisfactory degree of protection against usualtransportation handling. If the package is damaged, setthe Source package aside and contact your receivingdepartement for instructions. If the package is intact,proceed with removal of Source.

Remove from shipping card by cutting plastic shin pack.Do not pull on ball or supports. Then cut the plastic tie-bands and carefully remove shipping spool from theMini Ti-Ball™ Source, taking care not to exert force onthe center (heater lead) pin.

AssemblyAssemble the Mini Ti-Ball™ Source and holder asfollows:

1. Place the holder upright on a bench.

2. Slide the Mini Ti-Ball™ assembly into the holes untilthe central heater support leg extendsapproximately 1/16" beyond the set screw hole. Seethe following figure. It is important that all of the legsslide freely into their respective holes, so that theheater is not stressed when in operation.

3. Install and tighten the three 6-32 set screws holdingthe support wires.

4. Install and tighten the 8-32 set screw on the heaterleg.

NOTE

Do not force the Mini Ti-Ball™ Source beyond thedistance indicated as this may dislodge the sourceheater.

Mini Ti-Ball™ Source Assembly and Holder

HEATER SUPPORT LEG

SUPPORT WIRE

#6-32 SCREW

#8-32 SCREW

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InstallationRequired vacuum hardware:

1. Copper gasket, Varian Model No. 953-5014.

2. High tensile screw and nut set, Varian Model No.953-5020.

3. Fel-Pro thread lubricant, Varian Model No.953-0031 (use ontly with ConFlat® Flange bolts, notwith threaded parts internal to vacuum system).

To install the Mini Ti-Ball™ Source, proceed as follows:

1. Place a new copper gasket between theMini Ti-Ball™ holder flange and the vacuum systemport.

2. Lubricate screw and nut with Fel-Pro threadlubricant.

3. Uniformly tighten screw and nut set until the flangefaces meet.

Control Unit ConnectionThe instruction manual supplied with your control unitshould be consulted for installation and operation of thatunit.

MAINTENANCE

Replacement Mini Ti-Ball™ Source(Model No. 916-0008)End of life of a properly used Mini Ti-Ball™ Source isindicated by what appears to be an "open filament"condition. Remove and replace Mini Ti-Ball™ Source asfollows:

1. Loosen the #8-32 set screw (gold) that holds theHeater Support Leg, but do not remove the screwscompletely. See the previous figure.

2. Loosen the three #6-32 set screws which fasten theTi-Ball Support Wires, and carefully withdraw theMini Ti-Ball™ Assembly.

3. Install a replacement Mini Ti-Ball™ Source asdescribed previously.

Cleaning of Titanium FilmTitanium deposits build up on the surfaces of thevacuum chamber. These deposits will flake off, addingto the surface area to be pumped and cause thepumping performance to deteriorate.

Therefore, a procedure should be developed to depositthe minimum amount of titanium required for a pumpingjob so that the interval between cleaning operations isas long as possible.

Cleaning MethodsWhen cleaning is needed, use one of these methods:

Blast the internal surfaces of the pump chamber withglass beads or sand and then degrease it, OR Removeloose deposits and then use the cleaning procedure forstainless steel, following:

!Titanium flakes are flammable and may spontaneouslyignite when exposed to air. A dull red, short-lived flamemay result. Also, vigorous abrasion may producesparks. Accumulated flakes may ignite at any time inthe presence of air, either on or off the substrate. Donot vacuum the flakes or leave them in contact with anyflammable materials; flakes should be stored in a metalcontainer until they can be disposed of. For Maximumsafety during the trasportation to a cleaning facility,heavily coated surfaces should be enclosed in an air-tight container.

Cleaning Procedure for Stainless Steel

!The chemicals used in this procedure are corrosive.Only authorized, trained personnel should make up thebaths and process the parts. Personnel should beequipped with safety goggles, waterproof rubber glovesand apron. Chemical baths should be vented, and aneye wash shower located in immediate vicinity (seestate safety regulations).

1. Solvent degrease i trichloroethane or equivalent.2. Hot alkali dip for about two minutes, dependig on

condition.3. Rinse in hot tap water.4. Hydrochloric acid dip. Solution 1:1 HC1 (tech) 9in

water at 70 ºC.5. Rinse in cold tap water.6. Nitric-Hydrofluoric acid dip: conc. HNO3, 97% by

volume, conc. HF 3% by volume. Dip until surfacegases slightly, then quickly rinse in water. Weldsand knife-edge sealing surfaces will be attached bythe acid. Excessive etching may cause pinholeleaks in welds or marginal seals.

7. Rinse in cold tap water three times.8. Rinse in cold deionized water (NaCI less than 1

ppm) three times.9. Methanol rinse (electronic grade).10. Warm air dry in clean, filtered, fume free air at about

65 ºC11. (Optional) Air bake at 150 ºC to 400 ºC for 30

minutes to one hour, depending on the mass of thepart.

WARNING!

WARNING!

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PART LIST

Replacement Part List

DESCRIPTION QUANTITY REQUIRED VARIAN MODELPART NO.

Replacement Mini Ti-Ball™ Source 1 916-0008

Set screw 8-32 x 0.25 long 1 627347-04

Set screw 6-32 x 0.12 long 3 627347-02

Bristol Key Wrench #8 1 29-899906

Bristol Key Wrench #6 1 29-899904

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FAILURE REPORT

TURBO PUMPS and TURBOCONTROLLERS POSITION PARAMETERS

Does not start Noise Vertical Power: Rotational Speed: Does not spin freely Vibrations Horizontal Current: Inlet Pressure: Does not reach full speed Leak Upside-down Temp 1: Foreline Pressure: Mechanical Contact Overtemperature Other: Temp 2: Purge flow: Cooling defective …………………. OPERATION TIME:

TURBOCONTROLLER ERROR MESSAGE:

ION PUMPS/CONTROLLERS VALVES/COMPONENTS Bad feedthrough Poor vacuum Main seal leak Bellows leak

Vacuum leak High voltage problem Solenoid failure Damaged flange Error code on display Other Damaged sealing area Other

Customer application: Customer application:

LEAK DETECTORS INSTRUMENTS Cannot calibrate No zero/high backround Gauge tube not working Display problem Vacuum system unstable Cannot reach test mode Communication failure Degas not working Failed to start Other Error code on display Other

Customer application: Customer application:

PRIMARY PUMPS DIFFUSION PUMPS Pump doesn’t start Noisy pump (describe) Heater failure Electrical problem Doesn’t reach vacuum Over temperature Doesn’t reach vacuum Cooling coil damage Pump seized Other Vacuum leak Other

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FAILURE DESCRIPTION(Please describe in detail the nature of the malfunction to assist us in performing failure analysis):

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