INFICON IC/5 Data Logger

The FTG Software IC/5 Data Logger (ic5dlog.exe Version 1.00c) for Windows continuously acquires data during deposition. This enables users to troubleshoot coating runs and develop improved techniques for high yield deposition.

1. CLICK HERE to download file FtgFree.exe (1.2M) to your download directory.

2. Run the program to install the IC/5 Data Logger. A password is required during installation. CLICK HERE to obtain a password. 

3. Users outside the USA should set Windows to recognize ',' as thousands separator, '.' as decimal point and ',' as list separator.

4. Please contact FTG Software if you have problems and questions.

The program is simple to operate. Use Setup to specify baud rate and COM port. Use Select to specify quantities to be captured. Enter a valid file name (program will create a new file if it doesn't already exist). Settings and the datalog file name are automatically retained in c:\windows\ic5dlog.ini when you exit the program. You can use the IC/5 off-line in test mode to generate trial data.

NOTE: Set IC/5 RS-232 Checksum to YES

Please contact us if you have any problems running this software. Please note that a standard straight through (M-F) RS-232 cable is utilized, not a null modem cable. A new 32-bit version of this program, available to FilmStar users, adds GPIB support. This version also includes IC/5 Data Plotter which displays rate, power and thickness as a function of time.

IC/5 Test Mode Output