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- Page 1 Vortex-dV Motorised Torque Testing System Operating Manual 431-468-04 February 2019...
- Page 2 Guide to Safe Use of Mains Powered Test Systems Important This reference manual covers the operation of Vortex-dV test stands in conjunction with the use of Mecmesin digital Advanced Force Torque Indicator (AFTI). Operation of the AFTI is covered in a separate manual.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Locating the Stand Mains Power Supply Fuse Specification Attaching the Torque Sensor Fitting the AFTI Torque Indicator Connecting the AFTI and the Vortex-dV AFTI Communication Settings Connect the Test Stand to a PC (VectorPro™ Users Only) Cable Management Attaching Grips and Fixtures... - Page 4 3.0.7 - New Features 3.0.7 - Bug Fixes 3.0.8 - New Features 3.0.8 - Bug Fixes 3.0.10 - New Features 3.0.10 - Bug Fixes 11. Test Stand Firmware/ Software Compatibility Table 12. Operator Notes Mecmesin 4 Vortex-dV Operating Manual...
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Page 5: Items Supplied With Your Test Stand
1. Items Supplied With Your Test Stand When ordering a Vortex-dV you are supplied with the following parts: Vortex-dV test stand complete with a pre-selected torque transducer (1.5, 3, 6, or 10 N.m), AFTI gauge bracket (for fitting an AFTI torque indicator to the column), ... -
Page 6: Vortex-Dv System Diagram
2. Vortex-dV System Diagram Top load tray Crosshead Static torque transducer Upper fixing plate (optional) AFTI AFTI mounting Lower fixing plate bracket (optional) shown with saddle plate Front control panel Multi-function scroll wheel Emergency stop Mecmesin 6 Vortex-dV Operating Manual... -
Page 7: Initial Setup
Environment Conditions In line with BS EN 61010-1 it is recommended that your Mecmesin Vortex-dV test stand is operated in an environment that matches the following conditions: Indoor use only, recommended to be operated in a lab environment. -
Page 8: Mains Power Supply
Removing the fuse holder Fuse Specification A Vortex-dV test stand uses two 2A - Speed T, 5 x 20mm fuses. If replacing a blown fuse only replace the fuse on the active side of the inlet filter with the fuse specified above, or equivalent. -
Page 9: Attaching The Torque Sensor
Note: Take care when handling lower capacity torque transducers, as damage can occur from mishandling. It is also essential to ensure that the attached grips and fixtures cannot cause excess leverage on the torque transducer or exhibit excessive axial load on the transducer. 9 Mecmesin Vortex-dV Operating Manual... -
Page 10: Fitting The Afti Torque Indicator
AFTI sits at can be adjusted by loosening the screw located on the side of the bracket. The left-hand image shows the AFTI being secured to the bracket, while the image on the right shows how to adjust the angle of the AFTI. Mecmesin 10 Vortex-dV Operating Manual... -
Page 11: Connecting The Afti And The Vortex-Dv
Connect the top port of the AFTI to the RJ11 port marked ‘Gauge’ on the back of the Vortex-dV, using the supplied cable, part no. 351-092. This cable enables AFTI torque control testing and passes the torque readings to the Vortex-dV. - Page 12 12. Then press twice to return to the primary measurement screen. Note: If using the stand in conjunction with VectorPro please ensure that the units selected on the gauge match the unit selected within the software. Mecmesin 12 Vortex-dV Operating Manual...
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Page 13: Connect The Test Stand To A Pc (Vectorpro™ Users Only)
The most commonly-used lower fixture is the 188 mm diameter lower fixing plate with a diameter capacity of 10 mm to 190 mm. This is fixed to the Vortex-dV spindle using a 2.5 mm Allen key to secure the four countersunk screws supplied. -
Page 14: Test Stand States
4. Jog mode - for jogging or positioning the crosshead manually, 5. Settings menu – for adjusting your test stands settings, In each state, the selector buttons have functions described by the on-screen icons. Mecmesin 14 Vortex-dV Operating Manual... -
Page 15: Front Panel Controls
The lights surrounding the wheel illuminate in three colours, indicating the status of the test stand: Green Light Amber Light Red Light Pulsating: Ready to start test Static: Test completed Static: Test stopped/limit Rotating: Scrolling through a menu Rotating: Spindle moving triggered 15 Mecmesin Vortex-dV Operating Manual... - Page 16 Vortex-dV test stands also feature a precision jog mode, rotating the scroll wheel while holding the central scroll wheel button moves the test stand at its minimum speed; this is useful when fitting specimens into grips for example.
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Page 17: Vortex-Dv Display Panel
Vortex-dV Display Panel The display indicates the stand’s status, displays live values and is used to configure the test stands settings. The purpose of the four multi-function button is indicated on screen by an adjacent icon. Below is an image showing a typical example of the on-screen icons in relation to the physical buttons. - Page 18 Move to the home position (start position from the beginning of the previous test). This icon is only visible after pressing the stop Exit to the test ready screen, leaving the spindle in its current position. Mecmesin 18 Vortex-dV Operating Manual...
- Page 19 4. Jog Mode Icon Action Zero (tare) all system values. Rotate the Vortex-dV clockwise at the set jog speed. Rotate the Vortex-dV anticlockwise at the set jog speed. Go back to the previous screen. 5. Settings Menu Icon Action Confirm selection (or press the scroll wheel button).
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Page 20: Vortex-Dv Settings
5. Vortex-dV Settings Settings: Jog settings Within the jog settings menu, you can configure the jog speed limits while in jog mode. Below is a detailed breakdown of each setting and the options available for each setting. Setting Action Range 0.1 to 30... -
Page 21: Settings: Edit Test
Move to Start: Unless already at -30 the spindle will first travel to that point. The stand will then move ° to +1000 from tared zero, followed by a final movement back to -30 ° ° 21 Mecmesin Vortex-dV Operating Manual... -
Page 22: Example Test Setup
Configured using the front panel. AFTI Control Test With an additional cable (351-092), a Mecmesin AFTI gauge can be used to set torque limits to control stand movement. Torque setpoint, action (reverse/stop) are all set on the gauge under the ‘STAND’ menu. - Page 23 Cyclic Tests Only - Enter the number of cycles to be completed Enter the break threshold (percentage of the torque cells capacity Break Threshold that the test value needs to be above for a break condition to be detected). 23 Mecmesin Vortex-dV Operating Manual...
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Page 24: Examples
Test Sub-Type: Break Break Threshold: The stand moves clockwise at 2 rev/min until a break condition is detected. The break event must also occur above 5% of the connected torque cell’s capacity. Mecmesin 24 Vortex-dV Operating Manual... - Page 25 Never restart a test from a stopped condition with a residual torque, and always Reset the gauge before a subsequent test. If the AFTI is switched off or loses power during an active test in AFTI Control mode, the drive spindle will stop. 25 Mecmesin Vortex-dV Operating Manual...
- Page 26 Initial stroke: Clockwise Move to Start: Unless already at -90 from tared zero, the spindle will travel to that point and then move ° to +180 from tared zero, and stop. ° Mecmesin 26 Vortex-dV Operating Manual...
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Page 27: Settings: Pin Code
Within the PIN code menu, it is possible to set a four-digit number that can be used to lock the menu feature of your Vortex-dV. Please note once this has been set you cannot access the menu without the PIN, so it is crucial that you keep a record of this safe. If the... -
Page 28: Rear Connectors Panel
6. Rear Connectors Panel RJ11 connector for AFTI gauge USB-B Comms port Inlet mains filter and on/off switch Digital IO port (Not currently implemented) Mecmesin 28 Vortex-dV Operating Manual... -
Page 29: Vortex-Dv Specification
7. Vortex-dV Specification Vortex-dV Rated capacity kN 0–1.5 0–3.0 0–6.0 0–10.0 kgf.cm 0–15 0–30 0–60 0–100 lbf.in 0–13 0–26 0–52 0–90 Position Maximum rotation 8000 revs Positional accuracy 0.2° per 36,000° Positional resolution 0.1º (0.001 rev) Speed Speed range rev/min 0.1 to 30... -
Page 30: Vortex-Dv Dimensions
8. Vortex-dV Dimensions Vortex-dV Dimensions mm (inch) Mecmesin 30 Vortex-dV Operating Manual... -
Page 31: Declaration Of Conformity
9. Declaration of Conformity 31 Mecmesin Vortex-dV Operating Manual... -
Page 32: Change Log
10. Change Log The latest production firmware release for Vortex-dV devices is 3.0.10, this section documents the changes at each production firmware release from version 2.0.11 to 3.0.10. Please note for version numbers not listed below the changes are included with the next version, for example, bug fixes in versions 3.0.4 to 3.0.5 are listed under in 3.0.6. -
Page 33: Bug Fixes
The text for the jog settings menu has changed to CW/ACW torque limit, Additional AFTI control. 3.0.5 - Bug Fixes Jog mode on Vortex-dV is too fast (oversensitive), Vortex-dV reverse cycle count issue fixed, Corrected inversion of AFTI control signals in AFTI control test. -
Page 34: New Features
Major Feature! Torque control tests are now programmed via the front panel (Previously via AFTI). 3.0.8 - Bug Fixes Fixed Vortex-dV front panel decimal rounding/missing decimal issue, Jog oscillation bug has been rectified, dV firmware 3.0.7.0 rounding/missing decimal in force display. -
Page 35: Test Stand Firmware/ Software Compatibility Table
To identify the firmware navigate to the information panel within the test stand’s settings menu. The software version can be identified by clicking the VectorPro icon located in the centre of the top header bar or visually on the main login window. 35 Mecmesin Vortex-dV Operating Manual... -
Page 36: Operator Notes
12. Operator Notes Mecmesin 36 Vortex-dV Operating Manual... - Page 37 37 Mecmesin Vortex-dV Operating Manual...
- Page 38 Mecmesin : a world leader in affordable force and torque testing solutions Since 1977, Mecmesin has assisted thousands of companies achieve enhanced quality control in design and production. The Mecmesin brand represents excellence in accuracy, build, service, and value. In production centres and research labs worldwide, designers, engineers, operators, and quality managers endorse Mecmesin force and torque testing systems for their high performance across countless applications.
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