Shimpo TRC Series Operation Manual

Digital torque checker series

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TRC Series
DIGITAL TORQUE CHECKER Series
Operation Manual
Read the manual thoroughly prior to operation.
Use the instrument only after reading the complete manual.
Follow all safety precautions.

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  • Page 1 TRC Series DIGITAL TORQUE CHECKER Series Operation Manual Read the manual thoroughly prior to operation. Use the instrument only after reading the complete manual. Follow all safety precautions.
  • Page 2 Safety Precautions Be sure to read the entire instruction manual thoroughly before initial set-up, operation and maintenance. The instruction manual provides three grades of safety precautions: “Danger”, “Warning” and “Caution”. Follow these precautions. Danger Danger” marking indicates possible death, severe injury or fire if the user disregarded.
  • Page 3 Caution Never exceed torque ratings. Place TRC in a location May damage sensor and other parts. where May cause damage or injury. maintenance and check are easy. Do not carry TRC by AC power cable. Fix object securely. May cause damage or injury. cause electric shock, fire and/or injury.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Feature ....................................1 Confirmation of Product Packing ............................1 Names and Functions of Components ..........................2 Mainframe..................................2 Operation Panel .................................3 Main Display................................4 3.3.1 Main Display/Setup Values..........................4 3.3.2 Unit/Status Indicators............................4 3.3.3 Battery Indicator..............................5 Parameters..................................5 Function Setting .................................5 4.1.1 Function Mode ..............................5 4.1.2 Operation................................5 High/Low Limit Setting for Comparator ........................8 4.2.1 Pattern No.
  • Page 5: Feature

    Feature • Two measurement modes: Mean, Peak • Peak hold & Auto reset of peak display • Go/No Go judgment by comparator functions (LED indicator and Buzzer) • Available 10 patterns of High/Low torque limits for judgment • 300 data memories for each pattern (Total: 3,000 data) •...
  • Page 6: Names And Functions Of Components

    Names and Functions of Components Mainframe Back side Socket LCD display DC power input USB connector Operation Panel Socket Insert torque wrench or torque driver adapter Operation Panel LCD display, Keys, LED indicators USB Connector USB communication (B type) Insert AC adapter/charger when AC power supply is used or battery is being DC Power Input charged.
  • Page 7: Operation Panel

    Operation Panel POWER key Power the unit on or off. When in Peak mode, data is stored. Memo key Note: In “Mean” mode, Memo key has no function. Recall the peak data stored in “Peak” mode. Recall key Note: In “Mean” mode, Recall key has no function. Reset key Peak reset function in “Peak”...
  • Page 8: Main Display

    Main Display 3.3.1 Main Display/Setup Values Main display shows four digits including decimal point. The + sign means CW direction torque, the – sign means CCW direction torque in Mean mode. IMPORTANT NOTE: In the case of Peak mode selection, the sign is always +. 3.3.2 Unit/Status Indicators Located on the upper part of display, this shows the unit of measure selected.
  • Page 9: Battery Indicator

    3.3.3 Battery Indicator Displayed according to battery status. “LO BAT” blinking: “BAT”: Battery diminished. Charging by AC adapter/charger. Connect AC adapter/charger for charge. Parameters Function Setting 4.1.1 Function Modes Function modes are as follows. Item Sub Display Setting Contents Initial setting Auto reset OFF/1/2/5 sec Unit of torque...
  • Page 10 4.1.3 <Auto Reset Selection> The Auto Reset function automatically resets Peak after each setting period. The Peak Reset function operates the same as pressing Reset key. (Current setting is displayed first.) 1 sec Auto reset OFF Mode Mode Mode Memo Mode Save and exit 5 sec...
  • Page 11 4.1.5 <Display Update Time Setting> Display update time is selectable from 1/2/4 or 8 times/sec. (Current setting is displayed first.) 2 times/sec 1 time/sec Mode Mode Mode Memo Mode Save and exit 8 times/sec 4 times/sec Hi/Lo 4.1.6 <Auto Power Off Setting> If the TRC is on battery power and there is no activity for 10 minutes, the TRC automatically powers off to conserve battery power.
  • Page 12: High/Low Limit Setting For Comparator

    4.1.7 <Unit No. Setting> The ID No. can be individually applied. (Current setting is displayed first.) MSD(Most Significant Digit)blinking Current unit No. Mode Recall Mode Memo Recall Save and exit LSD(Last Significant Digit) blinking Press Mode to increment, return to 0 when 9 Press Mode to increment, return to 0 when 9 Press Recall to go to MSD setting Hi/Lo...
  • Page 13: Operation

    4.2.2 Operation Select the pattern number according to above Section 4.2.1. Pattern No. Setting. MSD: Most Significant Digit Measurement Mode LSD: Least Significant Digit Press and hold Hi/Lo until the display shows “1-L”. Hi/Lo (Current setting is displayed first.) <Low Limit Setting> Lo-NG LED on MSD blinking &...
  • Page 14: Measurement Mode

    Measurement Modes Peak, Mean Measurement modes are available on the TRC: To select the measuring mode required for testing, follow the settings below. Mean Mode Peak Mode Mean Peak Mean Peak Mode Mode Peak Mode The Peak value displayed on the TRC is measured at 1,000 times per second. (1000Hz) The Peak value is reset by pressing the Reset key or activating the Auto reset function (refer to 4.1.3 Auto Reset Setting).
  • Page 15: Comparator Function

    Comparator Function • This function compares the High/Low limits and measured data (Mean Mode) or peak data (Peak Mode) or memory data. The result is displayed by Comparator LED indicators. • If both High and Low limits are set to 0, the Comparator function is deactivated. Refer to 4.2.2 Operation.
  • Page 16: Measuring

    Measuring Torque Wrench – torque measurement To measure torque, insert the torque wrench square drive into the TRC socket attachment. Socket for torque wrench Torque wrench Electric Screwdrivers/Torque Driver - torque measurement To measure torque, insert the adapter into the attachment of the TRC as shown below.
  • Page 17: Zero Adjustment

    The adapter is a consumable product. Replace the adapter when it is impossible to perform a repeatable measurement. Tighten (CW direction) Loosen (CCW direction) Spring shrinks Spring returns Zero Adjustment In “Mean” mode, press the Zero key when the display does not display “0” and no torque is applied. In “Peak"...
  • Page 18: Mounting Bracket

    Set Mounting Bracket Secure the TRC to a work bench or other suitable surface by using the mounting bracket accessory if the TRC moves during measurements. Procedure to mount the mounting bracket: 1. Prepare the mounting bracket (1) and bolts M6x15 (2) of accessories. 2.
  • Page 19: Display Memory Data

    Display Memory Data Select Peak mode, press the Recall key and the TRC display will indicate the number of data stored in the memory. The Memory data is displayed from the last number stored. Measuring mode Pattern No.1 Recall Average Maximum Recall Recall...
  • Page 20: Clearing Stored Data (Latest Memory Data)

    Clearing Stored Data (Latest Memory Data) When the latest memory data is displayed, press and hold the Zero key until “Clr” is shown in the display. Press and hold until clear display New latest memory data Clear display Latest memory data indicates Zero Indicating about 1 sec In case of latest memory number = 001:...
  • Page 21: Digitorq_Trc

    Please contact your Shimpo dealer for information regarding the repair and calibration of your TRC. 10.2 Warranty Nidec-Shimpo Corp. warrants, to the original purchaser of new products only, that this product shall be free from defects on workmanship and materials under normal use and proper maintenance for one...
  • Page 22: Specifications And Dimensions

    Specifications and Dimensions 11.1 Specification TRC Series Digital Torque Checker TRC Models TRC-2 TRC-5 TRC-10 Measuring Units N-m, N-cm, lb-in, kg-cm 0.020-2.000 N-m 0.050-5.000 N-m 0.10-10.00 N-m 2.0-200.0 N-cm 5.0-500.0 N-cm 10-1000 N-cm Measuring Range 0.18-17.7 lb-in 0.45-44.25 lb-in 0.89-88.50 lb-in 0.21-20.39 kg-cm...
  • Page 23: Dimensions

    11.2 Dimensions Mounting Bracket (Accessory) 1.97” Mounting bracket (50mm) (Accessory) Socket Operation Panel Wrench Attachment Driver 2-Ø0.28” Attachment (2-Ø7mm) Ø1.18” (30mm) 12.60” (320mm) Adapter for Driver...

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