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Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A 
 
Copyright 2020 - Tyto Robotics Inc.
User Manual V2.0 
Manual SKU#: ZXMJ 
Image above shows the Series 1780 Dynamometer 75 kgf - 500 A: Coaxial.
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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