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Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A

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Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A

User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D

Publication date: 2020-04-20

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Page 1 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Manual SKU#: ZXMJ Image above shows the Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A: Coaxial. Copyright 2020 - Tyto Robotics Inc.
Page 2 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Table of contents Chapter 1: Introduction 5 1.1 Item checklists for the dynamometer 6 1.1.1 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A: Single motor (SKU#: KURKE) 6 ...
Page 3 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 4.3.1 What’s included 49 4.3.2 Install your motor onto the motor mount 49 4.3.3 Install the optical RPM probe on the motor mount 50 ...
Page 4 6.1 Two motors face-to-face 73 6.2 Two motors back-to-back 75 6.3 Using coaxial to test one motor 76 Chapter 7: Using the RCbenchmark software 77 7.1 Connecting to the tool 78 Chapter 8: Upgrade, warranty, and technical support 79 8.1 Technical support 79 ...
Page 5 malfunction of the dynamometer, serious injuries, or death of the operator. In this manual, any text following a # represents the RCbenchmark SKU# for this item. You ...
Page 6 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 1.1 Item checklists for the dynamometer Before you use these checklists, verify which configuration you purchased from us. If unsure, ...
Page 7 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 1.1.3 Accessories If you purchased any of these accessories, you can find them in the main carton that came ...
Page 8 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Chapter 2: General safety rules Always put safety first! It is your responsibility. It is extremely important to stay alert and know how each item works. Read this part yourself, ...
Page 9 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 12. Always disconnect the power source before making adjustments, changing parts, and ...
Page 10 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 25. Unbalanced propellers and extreme vibrations can lead to fatigue failure of some ...
Page 11 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Chapter 3: Ground mounting and enclosure IMPORTANT! You should prepare and assign the test area before assembling the Series 1780 ...
Page 12 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions for the concrete screws. 3.1.2 Plywood on the floor If your facility does not allow you to drill into the concrete flooring, you may use a large ...
Page 13 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 3.3: Location of holes for the levelling mounts (dimensions in millimeters) In addition to a levelling mount, our calculations suggest using four counterweights of 40 kg ...
Page 14 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 To finish the installation of the plywood panel, you will also need to drill holes in the panel ...
Page 15 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Before starting to design the enclosure, know what size propellers you are planning to test. ...
Page 16 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Chapter 4: Series 1780 installation We suggest assigning and preparing the safety area and building the enclosure prior to the ...
Page 17 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 4.1 Ground and stand support The support is the largest mechanical structure of the Series 1780. It is designed to be placed ...
Page 18 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 IMPORTANT! This structure was carefully designed, calculated, and tested to hold loads and vibrations ...
Page 19 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 To avoid mistakes using the wrong screws in the Series 1780 assembly, keep the fasteners in ...
Page 20 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 4.4: L-bracket Fig. 4.5: Gusset bracket ❏ Take four gusset brackets (#YKPV) and two L-brackets (#KPHT). ❏ Fix on one short side of the T-slotted double beam 4” (#WHXZ) two gusset brackets ...
Page 21 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 4.7: Attaching T-slotted frame 4’ (#VYTV) to T-slotted frame 4” (#WHXZ) ❏ Finish assembling the ground structure. ❏ Apply fasteners and T-nuts on only one side of the L-brackets, as shown in Fig. 4.7, ...
Page 22 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 If you are building the second copy for the coaxial, you may need to retrieve these items ...
Page 23 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 you will need these items from the c oaxial extra beam fastener bag (#GKDN) : Item Item name ...
Page 24 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 ❏ Take four gusset brackets (#YKPV). ❏ Use two button head screws (#KEDB) and two T-nuts (#YREC) to connect one gusset ...
Page 25 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 4.11: Beams, gusset brackets, screws, and T-nuts for the next assembly ❏ On the assembly from Fig. 4.10, use one button head 5/16”-18 screw (#KEDB) and one ...
Page 26 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 4.13: Vertical part of the stand with two support rods ❏ Make sure that the 6” diagonal beam (#QFGJ) is on the opposite side of the support ...
Page 27 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 4.14: Diagonal beam 6” (#QFGJ) attached to the T-slotted frame 4’ (#HJXQ) and 7” (#NWGF) When you have the c oaxial version of the stand and need to construct the second copy of the ...
Page 28 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 4.1.4 Ground and stand structure assembly for single motor Follow this section if you have the single-motor version of the thrust stand. Retrieve the following items from the boxes: ...
Page 29 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 You will need at least TWO people to finish the following work. T o start the assembly, follow ...
Page 30 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 ❏ Insert one button head screw (#KEDB) into one L-bracket, and connect the other side ...
Page 31 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 4.18: Insert screws (#JYBC) through washers (#QTAS) to the T-nut (#YREC). ❏ Repeat the last steps for the second rectangular block profile (#LZWT). ❏...
Page 32 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 ❏ Double-check that the other fasteners are mounted on the support and that they are ...
Page 33 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 4.1.5 Ground and stand structure assembly for coaxial Follow this section if you have the coaxial version of the thrust stand. Retrieve the following items from the boxes: Item name Item SKU Located in (SKU# if exist)
Page 34 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 You will need the rest of the items from the r od fastener bag (#SXFA) : Item Item name ...
Page 35 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 ❏ Insert four T-nuts (#YREC) into the outer T-slots facing up on each 4’ double beam ...
Page 36 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 ❏ Slide four L-brackets into the T-slotted frame 7” (#NWGF) on the left and right side. Do ...
Page 37 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 4.23: Insert screws (#JYBC) through washers (#QTAS) to the T-nuts (#YREC). ❏ Repeat the last steps for the rest of the rectangular block profiles (#LZWT). ❏...
Page 38 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 ❏ Under some circumstances, the load measurement unit may need extra adjustment to ...
Page 39 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 ❏ If you are trying to build the support for the coaxial face-to-face, its setup is similar to ...
Page 40 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 4.2 Load measurement unit The load measurement unit is a key component of the Series 1780. It measures the thrust and ...
Page 41 be only recalibrated in an RCbenchmark facility. Contact us for a quote when needed. Copyright 2020 - Tyto Robotics Inc. Page 41/82 ...
Page 42 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 4.2.2 What’s included For the Series 1780 Dynamometer 7 5 kgf - 500 A : Single motor (SKU#: K URKE ) , you will receive ...
Page 43 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 If you are building a coaxial setup, retrieve the following equipment: Item name Item SKU Located in (SKU# if exist) ...
Page 44 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 4.29: Removal of the protective metal plate ❏ Separate the load measurement unit (LMU) from its protective case. ❏ Handle the load measurement unit with care and take it to the stand. ...
Page 45 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 ❏ In some cases, you may need to adjust the position of the rectangular block profile to ...
Page 46 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 4.32: Installation of the mechanical safety stop ❏ Now, fully tighten all the M5 screws and the 5/16”-18 screws. ❏...
Page 47 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 4.2.4 Dismounting the load measurement unit from the support The load measurement unit will need to be put back in the protective casing if you need to ...
Page 48 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 4.3. Motor, motor mount, and optical RPM probe The motor mount plate is an important component for the Series 1780 Dynamometer. It is a ...
Page 49 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 4.3.1 What’s included With the Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A: Single motor (SKU#: KURKE), you will receive ...
Page 50 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 IMPORTANT! Tighten all screws for your motor at the time you mount it on the metal plate. You C ANNOT ...
Page 51 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 It is not necessary to use all the fasteners and spacers indicated above to install the optical ...
Page 52 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 4.34: Connection of the screw, washer, spacers, and optical probe to the motor mount ❏ Adjust the radial distance between the sensor head of the probe and the rotor edge, ...
Page 53 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 ❏ The recommended gap distance (e) between the motor and the probe is: ● 2-5 mm for optical RPM probe V2.2 ❏ Once the probe reaches the appropriate distance from the motor, fully tighten all the ...
Page 54 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 4.3.4 Install the motor mount assembly on the load measurement unit Once you finish putting the motor and the optical probe on the motor mount, you can now ...
Page 55 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 You can find the following items from the m otor mount fastener bag (SKU#: VTBS) : Item name Item SKU ...
Page 56 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 ❏ Insert the M5 screws in the female part of the nine M5 standoffs, and tighten them ...
Page 57 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 4.38: Use the nine highlighted holes shown here to align with the load measurement unit ❏ Rotate the M5 flange locknut (#YTEX) into the male threaded standoffs to fasten the ...
Page 58 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 ❏ Repeat the previous step before tightening all the nuts. ❏ Tighten all the nuts with the wrench, following a diagonal sequence. If you have hex ...
Page 59 using the RCbenchmark GUI and the Series 1780 Dynamometer hardware. IMPORTANT: S HUT THE POWER OFF before working on the power console. Do not try to open ...
Page 60 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 If you purchased the Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A: Coaxial (SKU#: KXQVH), you will ...
Page 61 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 ❏ When installing coaxial, make sure to place the correct side, A or B, of the power and ...
Page 62 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 4.4.4 Attaching the ESC on the stand structure Depending on the size, and the fixture pattern on the ESC, you may have a few options for ...
Page 63 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 4.5 Main board The main board is the core component of the Series 1780 Dynamometer. It performs data ...
Page 64 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 4.5.1 What’s included You will have received the mono main board (SKU#: RHGQ) in the carton of the thrust stand ...
Page 65 and data processing on the RCbenchmark software. The cable ties can be used to tie up all ...
Page 66 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 You can use any of these holes to mount the Series 1780 main board onto the ground ...
Page 67 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Chapter 5: How to connect electrical components In this chapter, we present a guide for connecting all the electrical components together. ...
Page 68 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 5.2 Sensor chain 5.2.1 Optical RPM probe and force sensor Follow these instructions to connect the optical RPM probe: ❏ Connect the optical RPM probe cable to the connector on the metal box of the load ...
Page 69 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 5.2.2 Power sensor To connect the wiring on the power sensor, follow the steps: ❏ Pass the positive wire of the ESC through the hall sensor on the power sensor to ...
Page 70 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 5.3: Power source with the cable from the power sensor and ESC. The user is responsible for providing a power ...
Page 71 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 If the ESC does not come with a battery elimination circuit (BEC), you can use the 5 V output ...
Page 72 the RCbenchmark app. Remember that this is only a software cut-off; it will not cut power to ...
Page 73 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Before spinning a motor on the Series 1780 dynamometer, make sure all cables are secured. ...
Page 74 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Fig. 6.1 Two motors face-to-face axial movement Once the stand structure reaches the assigned position, refasten all fasteners with the Allen ...
Page 75 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 When you intend to run the offset and partial overlapping setup, you can slightly adjust the ...
Page 76 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Once the stand structure reaches the assigned position, refasten all the fasteners with the ...
Page 77 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Chapter 7: Using the RCbenchmark software In this chapter, we will present information about getting started using the RCbenchmark ...
Page 78 email us at s upport@rcbenchmark.com , and we will be more than happy to help you. Copyright 2020 - Tyto Robotics Inc. Page 78/82 ...
Page 79 purchase extra components, request a part repair or recalibration, or for any other inquiries. 8.1 Technical support RCbenchmark offers technical support for the Series 1780 Dynamometer over the telephone ...
Page 80 store or offline via quote. However, RCbenchmark does not bear responsibility for the damages caused by these ...
Page 81 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Annex 1. Support rod angle in coaxial setup Suggested 650 mm rod placement angle (back-to-back setup): This angle is the one between ...
Page 82 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A User Manual V2.0 Document ID: DSN10D Publication date: 2020-04-20 Annex 2. Suggested torque specifications Tighten and verify all fasteners on the stand, the load measurement unit, the motor ...

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