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Mecmesin Orbis Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 Artisan Technology Group is your source for q new and certified-used/pre-owned equipme • FAST SHIPPING AND SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPM DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, un at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit •...
  • Page 2 Orbis closure torque tester Operating Manual...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents The Orbis Assembly of the Orbis Powering the Orbis Using the Orbis Optional Settings RS232 Commands Dimensions Orbis Specifications page 1...
  • Page 5 The Orbis Introduction Thank you for choosing Mecmesin’s Orbis Digital Torque Tester. With correct use and regular re-calibration it will give many years of accurate and reliable service. The Orbis has been specifically designed as a high-accuracy, portable instrument for measuring clockwise and counter-clockwise torques.

  • Page 6: Assembly Of The Orbis

    Unscrew the top plate handle so that the peg holders move towards the outside edge of the plate. Align the top plate When the Orbis is in transit, with the torque drive so that the handle is on the left-hand the top plate is removed to side of the top plate.

  • Page 7: Powering The Orbis

    Powering the Orbis The Orbis is supplied with a set of 5 Nickel Metal Hydride AAA rechargeable batteries, which are supplied fully charged to allow use straight from the box. Do not use any other battery charger other than that supplied with the torque tester.

  • Page 8: Using The Orbis

    Using the Orbis The Orbis is supplied with 4 pegs which grip the sample during testing. Fitting accessories Screw the pegs into the runners on the top fixture equally spaced to ensure the sample is securely gripped when the runners are brought together using the star handle on the end of the lead screws.
  • Page 9 Consult your supplier to arrange repair. To power down the Orbis press the red key. Clockwise torque is displayed on the Orbis and recognised Clockwise and by the symbol shown in Fig. 2. Counter-clockwise Values Counter-clockwise torque is displayed on the Orbis and recognised by the symbol shown in Fig.
  • Page 10 To change the displayed units, press and release the UNITS key. Each successive key press will select the next available units until the Orbis returns to its original setting. The Orbis automatically converts readings as new units of measurement are selected.
  • Page 11 Dual Max Fig. 3a Max clockwise reading Direction of torque currently Max counter- applied clockwise reading Torque currently applied Press the MAX key again, and the display will show the Max Clockwise Torque maximum clockwise torque identified by its symbol. Fig.
  • Page 12 PC via the RS232 interface by sending a "?" character. See page 13. When using the Orbis for creating a graphical presentation of data, ensure that the normal mode, and not A full range of data cables are a max mode, is selected.

  • Page 13: Optional Settings

    Optional Settings - ‘Hot Keys’ It is possible to activate a back-light on the Orbis display. Backlit Display Press and hold RESET whilst powering up the Orbis with key. The back-light is now operating. Please note that battery consumption is doubled when using the back-light.
  • Page 14 Place the Orbis horizontally on a flat, level surface. Press accurate, repeatable and hold the UNITS key whilst powering up the Orbis with measurement - please consult key. your supplier. The torque sensor diagnostic test screen will appear on the display, as shown in Fig.
  • Page 15 If the offset is between 5 - 10 %, please contact your supplier to arrange a re-calibration of your Orbis. If the offset is greater than 10 %, please contact your supplier to arrange for a torque sensor replacement.

  • Page 16: Rs232 Commands

    RS232 Commands Table: Configuration It is possible to remotely configure the setting of your Orbis by sending the following RS232 command characters: Decimal Hexadecimal Function Character in ASCII 0x4D Current mode 0x55 Current units 0x43 Torque sensor capacity 0x40 Configuration status request...
  • Page 17 RS232 Command Responses: Information It is possible to remotely interrogate your Orbis by sending the following RS232 commands. This will inform you which settings are currently configured. Command: M Response Orbis Display Mode Normal Normal Mode MaxC Max Counter-clockwise MaxT...
  • Page 18 Command: @ When all options are OFF, and the Orbis is set at defaults, you will receive the following information listing: Response Explanation of Response ORBIS Gauge type 6N.m Torque sensor size in N.m as per transmitting 'C' Version number...

  • Page 19: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS Side view page 16...
  • Page 20 Top view 303 mm * Min-Max opening: 10 - 190mm diameter page 17...

  • Page 21: Orbis Specifications

    • Analogue 0V at zero load, approximately ±1.5V uncalibrated for full-scale clockwise/counter-clockwise ADAPTOR/CHARGER UNIT The mains adaptor/charger supplied with the Orbis is a constant-current type. Primary: 230V - 50Hz (110V - 60Hz version also available) Secondary: 100mA constant current at 9V...
  • Page 22 Communications Cables Interface cables for connecting your Orbis to peripheral devices: Mecmesin Cable Part Number Orbis to RS232 (9-pin D-type) 351-059 RS232 (9-pin D-type) to USB converter kit 432-228 Orbis to Digimatic (Mitutoyo 10-way IDC) 351-058 Orbis to Analogue 351-060...
  • Page 23 Also Available from Mecmesin... Tornado The Tornado is a sophisticated digital torque tester featuring all of the functions of the Orbis, but with a broad array of useful advanced capabilities, including; • Tamper-evident closure testing facility; capture both 'slip' & 'bridge' peak torques.
  • Page 24 • Wide range of test stands: capacities from 1kN to 50kN MultiTest-i The MultiTest-i is a fully computer-controlled tension and compression testing system. Mecmesin’s Emperor™ software enables users to develop sophisticated routines and analyses to meet precise requirements for advanced testing applications. 6 models are available with 1kN, 2.5kN, 5kN, 10kN, 25kN or 50kN capacity.
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  • Page 26 Over 30 years experience in force & torque technology Formed in 1977, Mecmesin Ltd is today widely regarded as a leader in force and torque technology for quality control testing in design and production. The Mecmesin brand stands for excellent levels of performance and reliability, guaranteeing high quality results.
  • Page 27 Artisan Technology Group is your source for q new and certified-used/pre-owned equipme • FAST SHIPPING AND SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPM DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, un at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit •...