Brooks Expert Support Tool (BEST)
The Brooks Expert Support Tool (BEST) downloadable software is a Windows based application that provides expanded control of the products listed in the table below. This software allows the user to take advantage of servicing tasks that include setup, attribute configuration, diagnostics, troubleshooting, valve tuning and calibration (with License Key). To use the BEST software you will need a PC loaded with the latest version of BEST and one of the diagnostic cable kits listed below.
Products Supported in BEST
| Model | Operation Mode | Description |
| CMX | CDG | Capacitance Diaphragm Gauge |
| DMX | CDG | Capacitance Diaphragm Gauge |
| GF40 | MFC, MFM | Mass Flow Controllers & Meters |
| GF60 | MFC | Mass Flow Controller |
| GF80 | MFC, MFM | Mass Flow Controllers & Meters |
| GF1XX | MFC, MFM | Mass Flow Controllers & Meters |
| GP200 | P-MFC | Mass Flow Controllers & Meters |
| SLA58XX, SLAMf (Revision A) | MFC, MFM, PC, RT | Mass Flow Controllers & Meters, Pressure Controllers |
| SLA58XX, SLAMf (Revision B) | MFC, MFM, PC RT | Mass Flow Controllers & Meters, Pressure Controllers |
| PC115 | PC | Pressure Controller (Downstream or Upstream) |
| PC125 | PC | Pressure Controller (Downstream) w/Flow Meter |
| Quantim® QMB* | MFC, MFM | Mass Flow Controllers & Meters |
| Quantim® QMC | MFC, MFM | Mass Flow Controllers & Meters |
| VDM300 | MFC | DI Water Vapor Delivery Module |
*Does not support Revision A
** Supported in Beta
BEST Diagnostic Cable Kits
For Models: GF40, Quantim® QMC, SLA58XX &SLAMf (Revision B), PC115, PC125
| Description | Part Number |
| Basic BEST/MultiFlo Kit: USB to 2.5 mm Cable Assembly | 778Z010ZZZ |
| BEST/MultiFlo Kit with DeviceNet Power Supply | 778Z014ZZZ |
| BEST/MultiFlo Kit with EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET Power Supply | 778Z013ZZZ |
| BEST/MulitFlo Kit with Profibus/RS485 Power Supply | 778Z012ZZZ |
As of version 5.14.0.0, BEST requires Windows 7 (32-bit SP1 or 64-bit), Windows 10 (32-bit or 64-bit) or Windows 11. If your computer meets this system requirement, please download the software and follow the instructions on the install wizard.
Note: MS Windows™ should load any required drivers. If not, you can download from this website: https://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm
If you have any questions, view the video below (to view in full screen mode, click the YouTube icon after pressing play), contact Technical Services or your local Brooks Instrument representative for assistance.
Documentation
Versions
Version
Description
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Version
Brooks Expert Support Tool (BEST) V5.16.0.0
Description
Brooks Instrument BEST Software supports Windows 7 (32-bit SP1 or 64-bit) minimum system requirements.
- Now supports CMX and DMX CDGs
- Now Supports GF060 MFCs
- Fixes and improvements for various product families
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Version
Brooks Expert Support Tool (BEST) V5.14.1.1
Description
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Version
Brooks Expert Support Tool (BEST) V5.12.0.0
Description
- Features configuration fixes for GF1xx and GP200 MFCs
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