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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing KYOWA's product PCD-400B/430B Sensor
Interface.
Read this Instruction Manual carefully in order to make full use of the high
performance capabilities of the product.
Do not use the product in methods other than described in this Manual.
This Manual only describes hardware operation of the PCD-400B Series.
For the Dynamic Data Acquisition Software DCS-100A, see the DCS-100A
INSTRUCTION MANUAL for PCD-400 Series Operation.
For software operation other than the DCS-100A, see the PCD-400 Series
INSTRUCTION MANUAL for Control command.
For the USB device driver set-up, see the DCS-100A INSTRUCTION
MANUAL for Set-up or DCS-100A INSTRUCTION MANUAL for USB
driver set-up.
PCD-400B/430B
SENSOR INTERFACE
(FOR HARDWARE)
IM-A-1438B September 2023

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  • Page 1 Generally, company names and trade names described in this Instruction Manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies. This Instruction Manual may not be copied or reproduced, in whole or part, without consent of KYOWA. Copyright © Kyowa Electronic Instruments Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    LIMITED LIFE PARTS AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ..................8 REPLACEMENT BEFORE THE END OF SERVICE LIFE ..................... 8 NOTATIONS USED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL ....................9 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING PCD-400B/430B ................. 10 PRECAUTIONS ON CE MARKING ..........................10 1. OUTLINE OF THE PRODUCT ........................... 11 1-1 OUTLINE OF THE PRODUCR ..........................
  • Page 4 9-1 PCD-430B ................................57 9-2 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-10A ......................... 57 9-3 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-11A ......................... 58 9-4 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-15A ......................... 58 9-5 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-16B ......................... 59 9-6 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-30A ......................... 59 9-7 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-55A ......................... 60...

  • Page 5: Standard Accessories

    This Manual only describes hardware operation of the PCD-400B/430B. STANDARD ACCESSORIES The following accessories are packed with the PCD-400B/430B. When unpacking, check the contents to ensure that all accessories are enclosed. Dynamic Data Acquisition Software (DCS-100A) 1 (DVD) USB cable (N-38:1 m)

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions (Do Not Forget To Read The Safety Precautions Prior To Use.)

    Power supply ● To prevent a fire hazard, ensure that the power supply voltage specified for the PCD-400B/430B (11 to 16 VDC) matches the local line voltage before connecting the system to the DC power. When using the optional AC adapter, check the voltage range of the AC power outlet before connecting.
  • Page 7 Avoid measuring object applied with high voltage in strain measuring mode. ● Although the PCD-400B/430B is insulated, if it is used for measuring objects with excessive high voltage, it may deteriorate its performance and cause trouble. Always input voltage within allowable voltage range of ±50 V in voltage measuring mode.
  • Page 8 ● Failure to do so will pose the risk of erroneous data, malfunction and failure. Do not disassemble or remodel the PCD-400B/430B. Or, it may cause electric shock hazards or damage the ● PCD-400B/430B. This warranty does not cover any damaged or defective parts that results from disassembling or remodeling.

  • Page 9: Limited Life Parts And Preventive Maintenance

    To operate the product normally, finding a sign of the product failure early by daily/periodic inspections and taking the corrective action are required. For inspection, contact KYOWA or our representatives. *Major limited life parts; Relay, aluminum electrolytic capacitor, EEPROM, AC adapter * All components do age and will fail.

  • Page 10: Notations Used In The Instruction Manual

    NOTATIONS USED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL The following notations are used in the Instruction Manual for convenience. ■ Names described on the panel surface Names described on the panel surface are expressed in double quotation mark " ". ■ Informational notes Certain notations are used as necessary to attract your attention to information that requires special care when handing the product, and to information provided for reference purposes.

  • Page 11: Important Precautions When Using Pcd-400B/430B

    Or, deterioration or malfunction of the instrument may result. ● Do not connect multiple sets of stacking PCD-400B/430B units into one PC. Be sure to connect single set of stacking PCD-400B/430B units (The number of stacking units: 2 to 4) into one PC.

  • Page 12: Outline Of The Product

    The PCD-400B/430B is provided with input adapters applicable for the sensors.  Since the PCD-400B/430B is capable of measurement of 4 channels per a unit and maximum 16 channels with  4 units, the PCD-400B/430B is applicable for measurement in a wide range from a simple experiment to advanced measurement.

  • Page 13: Controls And Indicators

    * Contact KYOWA or our representative. Light out Power OFF NOTE 1: You can stack up to 4 PCD-400B/430B units. Do not stack 5 or more PCD-400B/430B units. When stacking multiple PCD-400B/430B units, see " ." 3-8-1 LED status when stacking multiple units...

  • Page 14: Rear Panel

    2-2 REAR PANEL With input adapter UI-10A  Input connector Connects a strain gage transducer. Jackscrew Loosen the jackscrews to remove the input adapter. When mounting the input adapter, fasten the jackscrews. Tightly fasten the jackscrews with a flat-head screwdriver. Common to all input adapters.
  • Page 15 With input adapter UI-15A  Clamp-type terminals block with operating levers Connects a strain gage or strain gage transducer. Press down the operating lever for connection. When connecting strain gage transducers, use an optional connection cable (N-97). When a shield wire is attached to the sensor cable, connect the shield wire to the section d) with a screw.
  • Page 16 With input adapter UI-16A  Clamp-type one-touch lock terminals Connects a strain gage or strain gage transducer. Use a UI-16A accessory small flat-head screwdriver for connection. When connecting strain gage transducers, use an optional connection cable (N-97). When a shield wire is attached to the sensor cable, connect the shield wire to the section d) with a screw.
  • Page 17 With input adapter UI-30A  BNC connectors BNC connector dedicated for inputting voltage. When using the UI-30A, strain gages and strain gage transducer cannot be connected. Jackscrew Loosen the jackscrews to remove the input adapter. When mounting the input adapter, fasten the jackscrews. Tightly fasten the jackscrews with a flat-head screwdriver.

  • Page 18: Top Panel

    2-3 TOP PANEL PCD-400B，PCD-430B  Top connector cover When stacking the units, remove the connector cover and attach the stacking adapter included in the stacking kit (ST-1B).

  • Page 19: Bottom Panel

    2-4 BOTTOM PANEL Bottom connector cover When stacking the units, remove the connector cover and attach the stacking adapter included in the stacking kit (ST-1B).

  • Page 20: Connection And Default Setting

    3. CONNECTION AND DEFAULT SETTING 3-1 PRE-PROCEDURES FOR MEASUREMENTS This section describes necessary operations to be conducted prior to the actual measurements. 3-1-1 For single unit Section 3-3 Connects sensors into the target input adapter. Connect sensors ↓ Section 3-4 Mount/demount the input adapter Mount the input adapter.

  • Page 21: Stack Multiple Units

    Slave 3 MEMO When stacking multiple PCD-400B/430B units, the unit located on the top is master unit (1CH to 4CH), the  second unit from the top is slave 1 (5CH to 8CH), the third unit from the top is slave 2 (9CH to 12CH), and the forth unit from the top is slave 3 (13CH to 16CH).

  • Page 22: Procedures For Stacking

    Stack adapter Stack fixture NOTE When stacking multiple PCD-400B/430B units, be sure to turn off the power.  Or, it may cause trouble. You can stack up to 4 PCD-400B/430B units. Do not stack 5 or more PCD-400B/430B units. ...
  • Page 23 (1) Remove the 2 screws, the top connector cover, and the 4 rubber caps on the sides of the equipment that will be the bottom when stacked. (2) Insert the stack adapter included in the stacking kit (ST-1B: sold separately) into the internal connector, and fix it to the case with the attached 2 countersunk screws.
  • Page 24 (4) Connect devices. Stack them so that the hexagonal spacer fits into the hole on the bottom of the housing. (5) Fix the connecting the stack fixtures with the binding screws. (6) When connecting two units, insert the spacer washers into the connecting the stack fixtures, and then tighten the binding screw.
  • Page 25 (7) Perform steps (1) to (4), remove the covers and screws from the devices to be connected, and stack the devices. Insert the connecting the stack fixtures and the spacer washers from above. (8) Complete by fixing the connecting the stack fixtures and the spacer washers with the binding screws.

  • Page 26: Procedures For Demounting Stacking Kit

    3-2-3 Procedures for demounting stacking kit NOTE ● Before demounting the stacking kit (ST-1B, optional accessory), be sure to turn off the power. Or, it may cause trouble. (1) Remove the screws on the side, and remove the stack fixtures and the spacer washers. (2) Pull out the device vertically.
  • Page 27 (4) Remove the 2 countersunk screws fixing the stack board and the device, and pull out the stack board. When pulling out, hold the hexagonal spacer and pull it out vertically. (5) Attach the 2 screws of the top connector cover of the device, the top connector cover, and the 4 rubber caps on the side of the device.

  • Page 28: Connect Sensors

     pressed, do not let go of the operating lever abruptly. Or, lead wire damage or operating lever failure may result in. In addition, these operations or degradation over time may break the operating lever. Contact KYOWA or our representative.
  • Page 29 UI-16A Input adapter with the one-touch lock type terminal block  Press down a lock buttons by using an accessory tool or object with a fine head, insert a lead wire, and set back the lock buttons with your fingers. TEDS not supported For details of the quarter bridge system, half bridge system, and full bridge system, see "3-3-2 Input adapter and connection."...
  • Page 30 MEMO Input adapters and range of electric wires  UI-11A Solid wire φ0.5 to 1.4 mm (UL AWG16 to 24) Stranded wire 0.13 to 1.5 mm (UL AWG16 to 26) UI-15A Solid wire φ0.3 to 1.8 mm (UL AWG13 to 28) Stranded wire 0.08 to 1.5 mm (UL AWG16 to 28) UI-16A, UI-16B...

  • Page 31: Input Adapter And Connection

    3-3-2 Input adapter and connection This section describes how to wire a sensor to input adapters as follows. Adapter Applicable gage, Voltage Input Connection, Terminal name Remarks UI-10A Specified for the full gage system TEDS supported B(-SIG) C(-BV) For strain gage transducer A(+BV) D(+SIG) Gage resistance: 120 to 1000 Ω...
  • Page 32  For wiring, use Kyowa's low-noise lead wire with shield (L-13, 14, 15, and 16) or 4-conductor shielded cables. In addition, locate the transducer far apart from power lines and wirings interfered with noise.
  • Page 33  For wiring, use Kyowa's low-noise lead wire with shield (L-13, 14, 15, and 16) or 4-conductor shielded cables. In addition, locate the transducer far apart from power lines and wirings interfered with noise.
  • Page 34  For wiring, use Kyowa's low-noise lead wire with shield (L-13, 14, 15, and 16) or 4-conductor shielded cables. In addition, locate the transducer far apart from power lines and wirings interfered with noise.

  • Page 35: Procedures For Connecting Lead Wires

    3-3-3 Procedures for connecting lead wires To connect sensors (not terminated with connector plug on the lead wire head), including strain gages: Peel off the coating from the lead wire head approximately 9 to 10 mm for connection. To connect sensors (terminated with NDIS connector plug on the lead wire head), including strain gage transducer: Use the following input adapters.
  • Page 36 When connecting lead wires into the input terminals on the UI-11A, UI-16A and UI-16B use the accessory small flat-head screwdriver. How to connect lead wires is described as follows. UI-11A (You can mount/demount the terminal block.)  (1) Insert the accessory small flat-head screwdriver all the way inside to the square hole, located above the input terminal.
  • Page 37 UI-16A  (1) Press the lock button until it is locked with the accessory small flat-head screwdriver. Press the lock button correctly to lock the button. (2) Insert the lead wire with its coating peeled off approx. 10 mm all the way to its end into the hole. Lead wire Approx.
  • Page 38 NOTES FOR USING ONE-TOUCH LOCK TYPE TERMINAL BLOCK ● Notes for connecting lead wires  Press the following position. Do not press the front edge of the lock buttons. Or, the lock buttons may cause troubles such as unable to be locked or unable to be released.
  • Page 39 UI-16B  (1) Press the button with the accessory small flat-head screwdriver. (2) With the button pushed in, insert the lead wire with its coating peeled off approx. 10 mm all the way to its end into the hole. Lead wire Approx.
  • Page 40  Insert the lead wire with its coating peeled off approx. 10 mm all the way to its end into the lead wire hole. The PCD-400B/430B has the "Lead wire sample" at actual size on its front panel. The coating of the sample is peeled off for 10 mm.

  • Page 41: Mount/Demount The Input Adapter

    3-4 MOUNT/DEMOUNT THE INPUT ADAPTER To demount the input adapter UI-10A, etc., remove the jackscrews. To mount the input adapter, joint the connector and input adapter connector correctly and fasten the jackscrews. Tightly fasten the jackscrews with a flat-head screwdriver. Jackscrews...

  • Page 42: Connect The Power Supply

    (3) If the product is used at job site where induction motors, electric welder and other devices that generate noise are used, power supply condition may be insufficient due to noise. It is recommended to use KYOWA’s insulation transformer or noise cut transformer.

  • Page 43: Connect The Dc Power

    Before connecting the DC power, check the power voltage. The power supply voltage range of the PCD-400B/430B is 11 to 16 VDC. Be sure to keep the voltage range. Use the DC power 48W or more (Capable of stacking the 4 PCD-400B/430B units with 48W).

  • Page 44: Setup The Usb Device Driver

    For using the dynamic data acquisition software DCS-100A ■ (1) When setting up the DCS-100A, be sure to setup the USB device driver for the PCD-400B/430B at the same time. For details, see the DCS-100A INSTRUCTION MANUAL for Set-up. (2) After turning ON the PCD-400B/430B, connect the PCD-400B/430B and PC via the USB cable.

  • Page 45: Connect The Usb Interface

    You can also use commercially available USB cables. When using commercially available USB cables, attach the ferrite core at both ends of the USB cable for removing noise. When stacking multiple PCD-400B/430B units, connect the USB cable to the master unit only. 3-7-1 USB interface and connection diagram...
  • Page 46  The number of USB cables is 1.  When stacking multiple PCD-400B/430B units, connect the USB cable to the master unit only. When connecting the USB cable to a slave unit, the "MASTER" LED lights up in orange. The PC does not communicate with the PCD-400B/430B units.

  • Page 47: Power On/Off

    3-8 POWER ON/OFF Press the POWER switch on the PCD-400B/430B front panel to the '|' side to turn ON and, to the '○' side to turn OFF the PCD-400B/430B. The "POWER" LED on the front panel lights up green while the PCD-400B/430B is ON and the PCD-400B/430B is working successfully.

  • Page 48: Led Status When Stacking Multiple Units

    Power OFF Power OFF NOTE 1: You can stack up to 4 PCD-400B/430B units. Do not stack 5 or more PCD-400B/430B units. NOTE 2: Contact KYOWA or our representative. NOTE 3: When stacking multiple PCD-400B/430B units, be sure to turn ON the all stacking PCD-400B/430B units.

  • Page 49: Measure Data

    To connect devices on the control software DCS-100A, click the icon labeled PCD-400 Series. The model displayed in CH condition setting is the model of PCD-400A and PCD-400B is displayed as PCD-400.The model of PCD-430A and PCD-430B is displayed as PCD-430.

  • Page 50: Trouble Shooting

    If the product is damaged due to any causes other than as written in the Instruction Manual or if the user has disassembled or remodeled the product, Kyowa Electronic Instruments Co., Ltd. may not be able to offer repair service.
  • Page 51 Trouble Checked items and countermeasures  Make sure the balance item checked in the CH conditions on the dynamic data acquisition software DCS-100A.  Make sure the wiring and strain mode settings of the dynamic data The balance is incorrect acquisition software DCS-100A are correct.

  • Page 52: Maintenance

    An annual maintenance inspection is recommended to Evaluation of operation and ensure the operation and measuring accuracy of the product Once in a year measuring accuracy Must be returned to KYOWA for the scheduled maintenance inspection. Table 6-2 Replacement of limited life parts Item Contents Service intervals The accessory AC adapter is a limited part.

  • Page 53: Technical Information

    It should be noted that the measured value includes the error due to the use of the extension cable. To compensate the above error, multiply the measured value by the compensation coefficient (calibration coefficient). The following table describes the compensation coefficient obtained by using Kyowa's extension cable (4-conductor shielded cab tire cable, 0.5 mm , Model: N81 to N85).

  • Page 54: Specifications

    (19) Setting Value Storage Reads information from TEDS-installed sensors. (20) TEDS (Input adapters: UI-10A and UI-11A only) Channel name writing (If the manufacturer’s ID is Kyowa) USB2.0 (Conforms to High-speed USB standards. USB3.0 supported) (21) Interface (22) Stability Temperature Zero point: Within ±0.2 ×10 strain per ºC...
  • Page 55 Approximately 650 g (29) Weight Directive 2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863 (10 restricted substances) (RoHS) (30) Compliance Directive 2014/30/EU (EMC) IP30 (JIS C 0920 / IEC 60529) (31) Degree of protection *Except when the one-touch type input adapter UI-55A is connected and when the adapter is not connected.

  • Page 56: Pcd-430B

    8-2 PCD-430B Name Sensor Interface Model PCD-430B Measuring Mode Strain measurement mode Voltage measurement mode Measuring Target Strain gage and Voltage strain-gage transducers Number of Channel Input Form Balanced differential input Unbalanced Synchronous Up to 4 units by 16 channels Measurement Compatible Gage Quarter bridge system 2-wire, 3-wire:...
  • Page 57 The range and balance adjustment value etc. are written to nonvolatile memory. Storage (22) TEDS Reads information from TEDS-installed sensors. (Input adapters: UI-10A and UI-11A only) Channel name writing (If the manufacturer’s ID is Kyowa) (23) Interface USB2.0 (Conforms to High-speed USB standards. USB3.0 supported) (24) Stability Temperature...

  • Page 58: Outside Drawing

    9. OUTSIDE DRAWING The appearance of PCD-400B/430B differs only in the type part of the front silk. Below are various external views of the PCD-430B. 9-1 PCD-430B 9-2 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-10A...

  • Page 59: With Input Adapter Ui-11A

    9-3 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-11A 9-4 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-15A...

  • Page 60: With Input Adapter Ui-16B

    9-5 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-16B 9-6 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-30A...

  • Page 61: With Input Adapter Ui-55A

    9-7 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-55A...

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