UNDERSTANDING WATCH TIMEGRAPHER RESULTS HOW TO
UNDERSTANDING WATCH TIMEGRAPHER RESULTS PDF

the pure number which is really just a reference (within reason). The lift angle won't make a huge difference - especially if you are using the same value from check to check - it's the variation that indicates a problem vs. Lift angle will likely be the same as the ETA / Valjoux - no idea on a B01, sorry. Is it safe to assume that the Breitling cal lift angles are the same as the base ETA/Valjoux movements or did Breitling modifications inflict a change to the value?Р вЂќР’Вo you by any chance know the lift angle of Breitling Cal 01?Р вЂќР вЂћgain, not even dreaming about touching my Breitlings but just want to make sure that I have it all set correctly when playing with the timegrapher.Р вЂќР вЂћs most of the common movements are in the 50-54 degree range, does 2-3 degrees variation on the lift angle make much difference on the amplitude reading? I noticed that Breitling Cals are not on the list.

UNDERSTANDING WATCH TIMEGRAPHER RESULTS PDF

That PDF is an excellent reference Roff, a must keep, thanks again. The amplitude can help you understand the impact of hte chronograph - the less that the amplitude drops with the chrono running the less friction there is, and it can also help you to monito the watch over time - a significantly lower amplitude may well indicate a reduction in lubrication in hte running train and / or a weakening mainspring. Of course if you do start regulating your own watches then it becomes invaluable, but remember to time in different positions over a period of time. Rate variations will be enough to help you if you decide to try and regulate the watch with the regulator - although be aware that significant errors can't be adjusted that way, it's simply for 'fine tuning'.Р вЂќР вЂћs a 'snapshot' tool it's really just interesting, but as an indicator of trends then certainly it can help you out with early signs of impending problems.

UNDERSTANDING WATCH TIMEGRAPHER RESULTS HOW TO

You can do a fair bit of diagnosis with a timing machine - obviously rate variations for the watch, but in particular rate variations in a particular position - at the simple end that can help you figure out how to rest the watch, but it can also help to diagnose problems like broken jewels that will be more obvious in certain positions (although it's certainly not definitive).

For lift angles try this - if your German isn't up to snuff it's the last column. TZ Watch school is OK - you may want to look at one of the correspondence courses available on eBay as well - Chicago and Bulova are both pretty good. Does anyone know a good source for the values of lift angles for the different movements? The default value on this unit is set to 52 degrees but I believe a correct value for individual movement is needed when measuring the amplitude. Next I think it will be the Timezone Watch School as something to do in my spare time and most importandly to keep me away from the 'For Sale' threads Is this something that would be worth covering? Simple timegrapher usage, limitations, basic parameters, their interpretation, etc.Р вЂќР вЂћnyway, this is the little device. Last but not least, Roff, I remember you asking in some past posts about articles ideas. Is it good enough as an early warning system? Could it be good enough for periodic tests as a diagnostic to determine that something inside is in need of expert attention? My main question is - What could one accomplish with a simple device like this? So now it is time to start learning about rates, beat errors, amplitudes, sampling rates, etc. I know it is far from what the real pros would use but it did cost me less than a Breitling calf strap. These I can 'experiment' with, not a big loss if I screw it up which is most likely what will happenР вЂќР вЂћnyway, just for some fun I bought this little timegrapher. I do have a number of significantly cheaper watches, some with ETA movements and some Chinese (not copy watches or blatant homages but what one could consider as serious attempts by big Chinese watch makers attempting to make a good watch and I must say some of them are quite impressive). Where I have been quite content for some time admiring my watches visually and phisicaly I am more and more intrigued by what is really happening inside those little marvels.Р вЂќР’В«efore anyone says anything, NO!!! I am not about to start opening up my precious Breitlings and Omegas and start fiddling with them.

In actual fact it is showing signs of progressing to the next stage

Well, the disease is not getting any better. Not sure if this belongs here but I am sure that Roff or Driver8 will fix it in no time if it does not

Understanding watch timegrapher results