Calibration humidity generator HYGROGEN2 – XL

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Summary
Portable reference generator for the calibration of humidity and temperature measuring instruments. The HYGROGEN2 – XL (Rotronic) is a portable calibration laboratory providing high stability, an increased chamber capacity and on-site or laboratory deployment. It enables simultaneous calibration of multiple sensors and meets quality and compliance requirements (suitable for ISO 17025 contexts).

Key features

• Generates stable humidity and temperature conditions (typical stability <+/- 0.1 %RH, <+/- 0.01 °C).
• Humidity equilibration time under normal conditions: approximately 15 minutes.
• Allows simultaneous calibration of several sensors and data loggers.
• Chamber volume: 20 liters (effective working volume: 17 liters).
• Fast setpoint changes and low temperature drop during insertions.
• AIRCHIP digital technology and integrated Rotronic HW4 software (FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliant).

Portable calibration laboratory – strengths

• System suitable for laboratory use or on-site interventions, allowing complete qualification close to the devices under test.
• Exceptional stability, rapid setpoint changes and increased chamber capacity on the XL version.
• Interfaces and extensibility for automation and integration (USB, Ethernet, optional Remote API).

Detailed technical specifications
Control range max.: 5…95 %RH and 0…60 °C (2…99 %RH / -5…60 °C with extended use range)
Control stability: <+/- 0.01 °C, <+/- 0.1 %RH
Temperature gradient: <+/- 0.05 °C (15…50 °C), <+/- 0.1 °C (5…60 °C), <+/- 0.15 °C (0…5 °C)
Humidity gradient: 0.1 %RH or better
Stabilization time: <15 minutes (5…95 %RH)
Temperature sensor: PT100 1/3 DIN class B
Humidity sensor: Hygromer
Sensor accuracy: +/-0.8 %RH (23 °C +/-5) / +/-1.5…0.8 %RH (0…60 °C); +/-0.1 °C (23 °C +/-5) / +/-0.2 °C (0…60 °C)
Desiccant: Molecular filter
Saturation device: Front-fill humidifier with water level alert on controller display
Water quality: Distilled or deionized water
Water volume: Approximately 80 ml
Chamber volume: 20 liters, effective working volumes 17 liters
External interfaces: USB (9 ports), Ethernet
Power / Current consumption: 110…230 VAC, 50…60 Hz, 3 A
External connections: 6 mm temperature-controlled sampling loop connections
Housing material: Special steel
Dimensions: 800 x 620 x 410 mm
Weight: 37 kg

Standard functions

• Standard control ranges: temperature 0...60 °C and humidity 5...95 %RH (extensions available).
• Humidity generated by piezoelectric element with digital PID control (optimal responsiveness over the temperature range).
• Integrated touchscreen monitor.
• USB interfaces for peripherals (mouse, keyboard) and connection of Rotronic HygroClip2 sensors via USB.
• User programs with programmable setpoints and 'Ramp / Dwell' function for automated multi-point calibrations.
• Heated sample ports and external measurement points for connection of a reference dew point mirror.
• Integrated UV sterilization in the water reservoir.
• Internal desiccant cartridge for dry air conditioning with cartridge status indication.
• Standard ports for configuration (HG2-XL: 8 x 30 mm; special versions possible: 19 x 30 mm) and adaptor sleeves for various sensors.

Extended optional functions

• AutoCal (option): automated calibration of multiple HC2 sensors via USB adapter AC3001, 20 user programs (up to 200 setpoints per program), generation of calibration certificates in PDF format.
• External reference integration MBW/RHS: allows use of a mirror hygrometer (MBW) as AutoCal reference or in Remote API to reduce uncertainty.
• Range extensions available: low temperature -5...60 °C (standard 0...60 °C); humidity 2...99 %RH (standard 5...95 %RH).
• Remote screen sharing / control via LAN/Wi‑Fi (VNC) for remote monitoring and operation.
• Remote API (planned): sequence command control via TCP/IP for integration and automation (feature announced as coming soon).

Characteristics / technical specifications

• Model: HYGROGEN2 – XL
• Brand (manufacturer reference): Rotronic
• Chamber volume: 20 L (usable volume ~17 L)
• Humidity range: 5…95 %RH (ext. 2…99 %RH)
• Temperature range: 0…60 °C (ext. -5…60 °C)
• Stability: <+/-0.1 %RH and <+/-0.01 °C
• Stabilization time: <15 minutes (5…95 %RH)
• Sensors: PT100 1/3 DIN class B (temperature); Hygromer (humidity)
• Interfaces: USB (9 ports), Ethernet
• Power: 110–230 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 3 A
• Dimensions / Weight: 800 x 620 x 410 mm / 37 kg