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  • Page 1 Published on Mecmesin Support (https://help.mecmesin.com) Home > Vortex-dV Motorised Torque Test Stand Operating Manual Support Product Vortex Vortex-dV Revision ID 11670 Manual 431-468...
  • Page 2 Vortex -dV Motorised Torque Test Stand Operating Manual 431-468 431-468 April 2020 April 2020...
  • Page 3 Guide to Safe Use of Mains Powered Test Systems (431-398) Guide to Safe Use of Mains Powered Test Systems (431-398) Covers the initial setup, installation and safety implications for intended use of, any Mecmesin supplied, mains- powered equipment. Advanced Force Gauge (AFG Mk4) Operating Manual (431-213)
  • Page 4 2.1.2 Caution The caution caution icon indicates a situation or condition that could cause the equipment to malfunction leading to possible damage. 2.1.3 Information The information information icon indicates additional or supplementary information about the action, activity or application.
  • Page 5 Vortex -dV Motorised Torque Test Stand Operating Manual Introduction User Manual Icons 2.1.1 Warning 2.1.2 Caution 2.1.3 Information System Diagram 3.0.1 Identifying the Model of Vortex- dV 3.1.1 Mark 1 3.1.2 Interlock Enabled Unpacking and Parts Supplied Inspection and Unpacking Packaging Moving the Test Stand Parts Supplied...
  • Page 6 Vortex -dV Operation Sequence and Move to Start 7.3.4 PIN Code Languages Information Interlock Guarding Overview Operating a Vortex- dV Test Stand Without a Guard Fitted Operating a Vortex- dV Test Stand With an Interlocked Guard Guard Closed Guard Opened 8.4.1 With a Test Running 8.4.2...

  • Page 7: System Diagram

    System Diagram 3.0.1 Adjustable crosshead AFTI (Advanced Force / Torque Indicator) AFTI Mounting bracket Multi-function scroll wheel Emergency stop button Front panel control Lower fixing plate. (optional) Shown with saddle plate Upper fixing plate (optional) Static torque transducer 10 Top load tray (height adjustable) Identifying the Model of Vortex- dV The Vortex- dV has been through minimal design changes from it's inception.
  • Page 8 AFTI (Advanced Force/Torque Indicator) input USB connection for PC control using VectorPro™ software Mains connection and Inlet Filter (contains voltage selector and fuse holder) System earth point 3.1.2 Interlock Enabled These are very similar to the Mark 1 model stands, but now incorpoarte the new ' Sensor Sensor' and 'Interlock Interlock' connections.
  • Page 9 Mains cable Document: A Guide to Safe Use of Mecmesin Mains Powered Test Systems Online Manual Information Guide Accessories For a full range of digital force gauges and accessories, please go to the Mecmesin website: help.mecmesin.com, or your local distributor.

  • Page 10: Initial Setup

    A Vortex -dV test stand uses two 2A - Time-delay (T), 5 x 20mm fuses. If replacing a blown fuse only replace the fuse on the active side of the inlet filter with the fuse specified above, or equivalent. If you are in doubt, please contact your local Mecmesin support agent for more information. Attaching the Torque Sensor The torque cell attaches to the crosshead using the four supplied M6 caphead screws.

  • Page 11: Fitting The Afti Torque Indicator

    Note: Take care when handling lower capacity torque transducers, as damage can occur from Note: mishandling. It is also essential to ensure that the attached grips and fixtures cannot cause excess leverage on the torque transducer or exhibit excessive axial load on the transducer. Fitting the AFTI Torque Indicator The AFTI can be fitted to either the left or right-hand of the test stand, but it is important to ensure that the cable coming from the transducer points to the side that the gauge is mounted, as this prevents any unnecessary...
  • Page 12 To fit the AFTI to the bracket use the two supplied screws. These pass through the bracket into the back of the gauge and are secured using a 4mm Hex key. The angle the AFTI sits at can be adjusted by loosening the screw located on the side of the bracket.
  • Page 13 5.6.1 Connecting the AFTI and the Vortex -dV First, connect the transducer to the side port of the AFTI, using the cable from the transducer. Connect the top port of the AFTI to: For a Mk1 Vortex- dV For a Mk1 Vortex- dV - the RJ11 port marked ‘Gauge’...
  • Page 14 AFG ButtonButton Name AFG Button Button Name UNITS/MENU ZERO/DOWN RESET/ENTER MAX/ESC Press ' U NITS/MENU UNITS/MENU' once to continue to menu page 2, as shown in the image above. Step 3 Scroll down using the ' Z ERO/DOWN ZERO/DOWN' button, then press 'RESET/ENTER RESET/ENTER' to select the ' C OMMS COMMS' menu.
  • Page 15 Now press ' R ESET/ENTER RESET/ENTER' on 'PORT PORT'. Step 5 Set ' T X UNITS TX UNITS' to 'ON ON', press 'RESET/ENTER RESET/ENTER' to continue. Step 6...
  • Page 16 Step 6 Set ' T X SIGN TX SIGN' units to 'ON ON', press 'RESET/ENTER RESET/ENTER' to continue. Step 7 Set the baud rate to ' 1 15200 115200', press 'RESET/ENTER RESET/ENTER' to continue.
  • Page 17 Step 8 Set ' C R LF CR LF', press 'RESET/ENTER RESET/ENTER' to continue Step 9 Ensure the line delay is set to ' 0 0 ', press 'REST/ENTER REST/ENTER' to continue.
  • Page 18 Step 10 Ensure the TX threshold is set to ' 0 0 ', press 'REST/ENTER REST/ENTER' to continue. Step 11...

  • Page 19: Cable Management

    Set ' R S232 RS232', press 'RESET/ENTER RESET/ENTER' to continue. Step 12 Press 'MAX/ESC MAX/ESC' twice to return to the measurement screen. Please Note: If using the stand in conjunction with VectorPro, please ensure that the units selected Please Note: on the gauge match the unit selected within the software.

  • Page 20: Test Stand States

    The most commonly-used lower fixture is the 188 mm diameter lower fixing plate with a diameter capacity of 10 mm to 190 mm. This is fixed to the Vortex -dV spindle using a 2.5 mm Hex key to secure the four countersunk screws supplied.

  • Page 21: Front Panel Controls

    Front Panel Controls Status messages and information Button function icons Multi-function selection buttons Multi-function scroll wheel Scroll wheel button (used in function menus) LED dial status ring Colour display Emergency Stop button Emergency Stop Button Push to stop the crosshead movement. Rotate the button to release it and resume crosshead control. If pressed during a test, do not restart a test, ensure you remove any residual force using the test stand’s jog controls.
  • Page 22 turned. This method offers more variable control when compared to the two fixed-speed jog control buttons (circled in red below). Enter Jog Mode Jog keys 'Clockwise' and 'Anti-clockwise' The scroll wheel can also be used as a speed controller. The jog buttons move the spindle at the set speeds (configured in the ‘Jog Settings’...

  • Page 23: On-Screen Icons

    1 The top icon is ' ' Confirm' Confirm' 2 The mid-upper icon is 'Up' 'Up' 3 'Menu selection' 'Menu selection' buttons 4 The mid-lower icon is 'Down' 'Down' 5 The bottom icon is 'Back/Exit' 'Back/Exit' On-Screen Icons On-screen icons vary depending on the current state of the test stand. What functions the physical buttons perform at that point, depends upon which menu is currently displayed.

  • Page 24: During A Test

    Go to settings Go to settings Move to the home position (Set within VectorPro or test start position) Move to the home position 6.4.2 During a Test Icon Icon Action Action Pause test - This stops the lower spindle movement, leaving the stand in a state of test Pause test readiness.

  • Page 25: Settings Menu

    Stop test Stop test - Shown when the Pause button is pressed. This ends the test at this point. Move to the home position (start position from the beginning of the previous test) Move to the home position (start position from the beginning of the previous test) - This icon is only visible after pressing the 'Stop Stop' button.
  • Page 26 Confirm selection (or press the centre scroll wheel button). Confirm selection (or press the centre scroll wheel button). Navigate up a menu selection or value (or turn the wheel clockwise). Navigate up a menu selection or value (or turn the wheel clockwise). Navigate down a menu selection or value (or turn the wheel anticlockwise).

  • Page 27: Jog Settings

    Settings Jog settings Within the jog settings menu, you can configure the jog speed limits while in jog mode. Below is a detailed breakdown of each setting and the options available for each setting. Setting Setting Action Action Range Range 0.1 to Clockwise Configure the jog speed in a clockwise direction...
  • Page 28 7.3.2.1 AFTI Control Test With an additional cable (351-092 or 351-103), a Mecmesin AFTI gauge can be used to set torque limits to control stand movement. Torque setpoint, action (reverse/stop) are all set on the gauge under the ‘STAND’ menu. Here you can select the action when the limit is reached;...
  • Page 29 Setting Setting Options Options Test Sub- Select the test sub-type (Options are listed above). Type Limit Limit and Cyclic Tests Only - Limit and Cyclic Tests Only - Enter the target torque for the test. Torque Return Cyclic Tests Only - Cyclic Tests Only - Enter the start torque for the test Torque Cycle Count Cyclic Tests Only -...

  • Page 30: Half Cycle

    Vortex- dV . Please note once this has been set you cannot access the menu without the PIN, so it is crucial that you keep a record of this safe. If the PIN code has been set and then lost or is unknown, please contact your local agent or Mecmesin Technical Support Languages...
  • Page 31 Select your desired language. Upon confirmation, you are returned to the settings menu in the language chosen. Information This screen is used to display vital information relating to your Vortex -dV and connected devices. Here you can see hardware and firmware properties.
  • Page 32 Interlock Guarding Overview Mecmesin test stands have the ability to generate forces large enough to cause permanent injury to human limbs when placed between the crosshead and the base. Fingers, hands and other parts of the body, or clothing, should be kept away from the moving crosshead and shroud opening.
  • Page 33 Operating a Vortex- dV Test Stand With an Interlocked Guard Mecmesin interlocked guarding is fitted with a cable and plug from the guard, that must be fitted to the rear of the stand panel 'Interlock Interlock' connection, in place of the removed override plug.

  • Page 34: Specification

    Front Panel Load / Displacement / Speed Display Indication Output Stand Via USB (VectorPro™ Software - PDF, XLXS, CSV, TXT, Email and Images) of Test AFG/AFTI Via Cable (contact: sales@mecmesin.com) Results ** ** With upper and lower mounting tables fitted...
  • Page 35 Dimensions Note: Vortex- dV Dimensions - mm Note: mm (inch inch)

  • Page 36: Declaration Of Conformity

    Spring Copse Business Park Slinfold, West Sussex RH13 0SZ United Kingdom Mecmesin Ltd is a company registered in England and Wales, company number 01302639. PPT Holdings Company Source URL (modified on 21/04/2021 - Source URL (modified on 21/04/2021 - 14:49):...

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