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Series 1780 75kgf Dynamometer 
 
Image above shows the Series 1780 75kgf, with the power sensor, the ESC, the motor, the propeller and ground support sold separately.
Copyright 2019 - Tyto Robotics Inc.
 
 
User Manual V1.1 
Manual SKU#: ZXMJ 
Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1 
Publish date: 2020-03-06 
 
Document ID: Q2D4F5 
 
 
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  • Page 1   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06      Series 1780 75kgf Dynamometer  User Manual V1.1    Manual SKU#: ZXMJ        Image above shows the Series 1780 75kgf, with the power sensor, the ESC, the motor, the propeller and ground support sold separately. Copyright 2019 - Tyto Robotics Inc.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  Table of contents  Chapter 1: Introduction 5  1.1 Item checklists for your dynamometer 6  1.1.1 Series 1780 Dynamometer 75kgf-500A: Single-motor (SKU#:KURKE) 6  1.1.2 Accessories 7  Chapter 2: General safety rules 8 ...
  • Page 3 59  5.5.1 Indicator lights 59  5.4.2 Power and USB to your PC 60  5.4.3 Buzzer and safety cut-off switch 60  5.5 Cable management 60  Chapter 6: Using the RCbenchmark software 61  Copyright 2019 - Tyto Robotics Inc.   Page 3/65 ...
  • Page 4   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  6.1 Connecting to the tool 62  Chapter 7: Upgrade, warranty and technical support 63  7.1 Technical support 63  7.2 Upgrade your products 63  7.3 Product’s warranty 64   ...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction

              errors, 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: Item Checklists For Your Dynamometer

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  1.1 Item checklists for your dynamometer  Before you use these checklists, please check which configuration you purchased from us. If                ...

  • Page 7: Accessories

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  1.1.2 Accessories  If you purchased any of these accessories, you can find them in the carton that comes with                  ...

  • Page 8: Chapter 2: General Safety Rules

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  Chapter 2: General safety rules  Always put safety first! It is your responsibility!  It is extremely important to stay alert and to know how each item works. Read this part for  ...
  • Page 9   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  11. Do not substitute parts or modify the instrument.   12. Always disconnect the power source before making adjustments, changing parts,                ...
  • Page 10   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  25. Unbalanced propellers and extreme vibrations can lead to fatigue failure of some                         aluminum components and/or the load cells. Please ensure the unit is completely  ...

  • Page 11: Chapter 3: Ground Fixations And Enclosure

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  Chapter 3: Ground fixations and enclosure  IMPORTANT!  You should prepare the ground fixtures before assembling the Series 1780 Dynamometer.  3.1 Mounting options  IMPORTANT!  Using no fixture, or leaving the Series 1780 improperly secured may cause permanent damage  ...
  • Page 12   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06    Fig 3.1: Levelling mounts on the plywood      Fig 3.2: Location of holes for the levelling mounts (dimensions in mm)  In addition to levelling mount, our calculations suggest using four counter weights of 40kg  ...
  • Page 13   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06    Fig 3.3: Installation of weight on the plywood  To finish the installation of the plywood panel, you will also need to drill holes in the panel  at the location of the L-brackets.

  • Page 14: Build Your Own Enclosure

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  3.2 Build your own enclosure  IMPORTANT!  Having the propeller spinning in an open area, and running tests without proper casing, duct,              ...

  • Page 15: Chapter 4: Series 1780 Installation

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  Chapter 4: Series 1780 Installation  We suggest designing and building the safety area and enclosure prior to Series 1780                  ...

  • Page 16: Ground Support

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  4.1 Ground support   The support is the largest mechanical structure of the Series 1780. It was designed to connect                  ...

  • Page 17: What's Included And Where To Find The Parts

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  4.1.1 What’s included and where to find the parts  Item name Item SKU Located in (SKU# if exist)         T-slotted single beam 4’ long HJXQ 75kgf Stand Structure Box 1 (#TJLD)  ...
  • Page 18   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06        Profile plate fasteners bag (SKU#: QSCV)  Item name Item SKU       Socket head 5/16-18” screw 1-½“  STHN 4    long   Washer 5/16 BLGN  ...

  • Page 19: Assembly The Upper Part Of The Support

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  To avoid mistakes using wrong screws in the Series 1780 assembly, please keep the fasteners                          ...
  • Page 20   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06    Fig. 4.5: Insert the screw (#KEDB) through the Gusset bracket (#YKPV) and reach the nut (#YREC)  ❏ Repeat the previous step on the other side of the gusset bracket and connect the 4’  ...
  • Page 21   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06    Fig 4.7: Beams, gussets brackets, screws and T-nuts for the next assembly  ❏ On the assembly of Fig 4.6, use one button head 5/16-18” screw (#KEDB) and one  ...
  • Page 22   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06    Fig. 4.9: Vertical part of the support  ❏ Take two diagonal beams 12” (#JTKA) out of accessories and fasteners for assembly  box (#BCJE).  ❏ Take two T-slotted single frames 10” (#FUBH) out of the stand structure box 1 (#TJLD).  ❏...

  • Page 23: Assembly The Lower Part Of The Support

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06    Fig. 4.10: Diagonal beam 12” (#JTKA) fix to the T-slotted frame 4’ (#HJXQ) and 10” (#FUBH)  4.1.3 Assembly the lower part of the support  ❏ Take two T-slotted double beam 4” (#WHXZ) out of the stand structure box 1 (#TJLD).  ❏...
  • Page 24   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06    Fig. 4.11: Gussets (#YKPV ) and one L-bracket (#KPHT) fix on the T-slotted frame 4” (#WHXZ)  ❏ Make the second assembly as Fig 4.11 with the supplied components.  ❏...

  • Page 25: Final Assembly Of The Support

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  4.1.4 Final assembly of the support  ❏ [You will need TWO persons to finish the following work] To connect the upper and            ...
  • Page 26   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  ❏ Insert and fix this four L-brackets on each side of your support and four on both parts                      ...
  • Page 27   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06    Fig 4.15: Insert screws (#STHN) through washers (#BLGN) and spacers (#AEUG)  ❏ Repeat the last steps for the second rectangular tube profile (#XLGF).  ❏ Insert and slide in this assembly on the T-slotted frame 4’ (#HJXQ) with allen key ¼“  ...
  • Page 28   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06    Fig. 4.17: Assembled support      IMPORTANT!  Please make sure that all fasteners are properly tightened, and recheck regularly. All              ...

  • Page 29: Load Measurement Unit

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  4.2 Load measurement unit  The load measurement unit is a key component of the Series 1780. It measures thrust and                ...

  • Page 30: What's Included

          recalibrated in an RCbenchmark facility, please contact us for a quote when needed.  4.2.2 What’s included  The Series 1780 Dynamometer ​ 7 5kgf-500A​ : A side (SKU#: ​ K URKE​ ) , you will receive one  ...

  • Page 31: Mount Load Measurement Unit To The Support

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  4.2.3 Mount load measurement unit to the support  IMPORTANT!  Do not start this step until you have assembled the support and installed the ground fixture      ...
  • Page 32   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  ❏ Six spacers M5x19mm (#MVAK)  ❏ Six washers M5 (#4N9T)  ❏ Open the packed load measurement unit box (#FVET).  ❏ Remove the flat head screws.      Fig.
  • Page 33   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06      Fig. 4.21: Align the load measurement unit with the profiles plates with the highlighted hole features ❏ Place the spacer M5x19mm (#MVAK) inside the profile plate in front of each  ...

  • Page 34: Installation Of The Mechanical Safety Stop

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  ❏ Place the load measurement unit (#EXBE) onto the support, aligning these upper and                           lower holes shown in Fig.
  • Page 35   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  Please retrieve the mechanical safety stop bag (#LXCM) from the carton box:  Item name Item SKU Qty Mechanical stop metal strip YFXL M5 x 55 mm socket head screw GPQL 15 mm long spacer UGFD...

  • Page 36: Dismounting The Load Measurement Unit From Support

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  4.2.5 Dismounting the load measurement unit from support  The load measurement using will need to be put back in the protective casing if you need to:  ● Change setup  ●...

  • Page 37: Motor, Motor Mount And Optical Rpm Probe

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  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 38: What's Included

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  4.3.1 What’s included  When you purchased the Series 1780 75kgf (SKU#: KURKE), you will receive one motor mount                    ...

  • Page 39: Install The Optical Rpm Probe On The Motor Mount

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  4.3.3 Install the optical RPM probe on the motor mount  The optical RPM probe reads the rotation speed of your motor. You will need to prepare the  ...
  • Page 40   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  ● 12.70mm spacer - M4 x 20mm screw  ● 22.23mm spacer - M4 x 30mm screw  ● 33.34mm spacer - M4 x 40mm screw  ● 38.10mm spacer - M4 x 50mm screw  Follow these instructions to install the optical probe onto the motor mount: ...
  • Page 41   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  ❏ Adjust the radial distance between the sensor head of the probe and the rotor edge,                        ...

  • Page 42: Install The Motor Mount Assembly On The Load Measurement Unit

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  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 43   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  Washer M5  4N9T  6  M5 x 0.8mm Serrated flange  YTEX     locknut     To start the installation, follow these instructions:  ❏ Take out the nine socket head screws, the nine standoffs and the nine split lock  ...
  • Page 44   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  ❏ Screw the female part of the nine M5 standoffs with the M5 screws and tighten them                      ...
  • Page 45   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06    Fig. 4.30: Use the highlighted 9 holes feature to align with the load measurement unit  ❏ Rotate the M5 flange lock nut (#YTEX) into the male threaded standoffs to fasten the  ...
  • Page 46   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  ❏ Repeat the previous step before tightening all the nuts.  ❏ Tighten all the nuts with the wrench, following a diagonal sequence.    IMPORTANT!  Every time before you start a test, it is highly recommended to check the tightness of the  ...

  • Page 47: Power And Control Console

                operated by using the RCbenchmark GUI and the Series 1780 Dynamometer hardware.  IMPORTANT​ : please confirm the power is off before doing work on the power console. Please            ...

  • Page 48: Fixing The Esc On The Support Frame

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  All the fasteners are included inside the fasteners bag (SKU#: HGQX). You can find the                          ...
  • Page 49   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06    Fig. 4.32: Example on fixing ESC on the support plate using straps  If one strap is not long enough, you may use two in-line in order to extend the total length.  ...

  • Page 50: Fixing The Power And Control Console On The Support Plate

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  4.4.4 Fixing the power and control console on the support plate  You need to prepare the following material for the installation:  Item name Item SKU Located in (SKU# if exist)  ...
  • Page 51   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  ❏ Then, slide it along the beam, ensuring you have enough space to attach the ESC                        ...
  • Page 52   Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06      Fig. 4.36: Power source with the cable from the power sensor and ESC  ❏ When putting the power wire through the hall sensor, please make sure the current  ...

  • Page 53: Main Board

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  4.5 Main board  Main board is the core component of the Series 1780 Dynamometer. It performs data                      ...

  • Page 54: What's Included

                              communication and data processing on the RCbenchmark software. The tie-wraps can be                         used to tie all the loose cables ...

  • Page 55: Attach To The Stand Or On The Ground

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  4.5.2 Attach to the stand or on the ground      Fig. 4.38: Schematic drawing for main board mounting holes You can use any of these holes to mount the Series 1780 main board onto the ground, to a  ...

  • Page 56: Tightening With A Torque Wrench

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  4.6 Tightening with a torque wrench  Once finished installing your Series 1780, you should check all of your screws with a torque            ...

  • Page 57: Chapter 5: How To Connect Electrical Components

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  Chapter 5: How to connect electrical components  In this chapter, we will present you with a guide to connect all your electrical components          ...

  • Page 58: Sensor Chain

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  5.2 Sensor chain  5.2.1 Optical RPM probe and force sensor  Please follow this instruction to connect:  ❏ Connect the optical RPM probe cable to the connector on the load cell measurement  ...

  • Page 59: Power Sensor

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  5.2.2 Power sensor  Connect the Power sensor COM cable to the Main board at the correct connector location by                  ...

  • Page 60: Main Board And Pc

      Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06      Fig. 5.2: Control chain between ESC and power and control console 5.4 Main board and PC  5.5.1 Indicator lights  There are three different indicators on the Series 1780 main board: Power, Activity, and Error.  ❏...

  • Page 61: Power And Usb To Your Pc

                                  stop running. This logic (short or open) can be inverted in the RCbenchmark App. Please                      ...

  • Page 62: Chapter 6: Using The Rcbenchmark Software

    Series 1780 Dynamometer User Manual V1.1  Document ID: Q2D4F5  Publish date: 2020-03-06  Chapter 6: Using the RCbenchmark software  In this chapter, we will get started using the RCbenchmark thrust-stand software (GUI).   Please visit this link to download the latest version of the software:  https://docs.rcbenchmark.com/en/dynamometer/software/dynamometer-software-downlo ad.html ...

  • Page 63: Connecting To The Tool

                    features, please email us at ​           s upport@rcbenchmark.com   and we will more than happy to help                 you.    ...

  • Page 64: Chapter 7: Upgrade, Warranty And Technical Support

                      repair or recalibration, or any other inquiries.  7.1 Technical support  RCbenchmark offers technical support for the Series 1780 Dynamometer over the telephone                  ...

  • Page 65: Product's Warranty

                            online store or offline via quote.  However, there are several situations where RCbenchmark does not bear responsibility for                    ...

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