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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.
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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, ...
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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 ...
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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, ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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. ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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, ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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: ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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). ❏...
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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 ...
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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)
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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). ❏...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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be only recalibrated in an RCbenchmark facility. Contact us for a quote when needed. Copyright 2020 - Tyto Robotics Inc. Page 41/82 ...
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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 ...
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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) ...
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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. ...
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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 ...
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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. ❏...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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, ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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and data processing on the RCbenchmark software. The cable ties can be used to tie up all ...
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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 ...
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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. ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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the RCbenchmark app. Remember that this is only a software cut-off; it will not cut power to ...
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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. ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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store or offline via quote. However, RCbenchmark does not bear responsibility for the damages caused by these ...
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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 ...
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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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