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LABA7 Shock Dyno
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Lithuania 2024

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  • Page 1 LABA7 Shock Dyno User Manual Lithuania 2024...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Shock Dyno Table of Contents Introduction ..............................4 Safety Information ............................5 Highlights .................................6 Technical Specifications............................7 Know Your Shock Dyno ............................8 5.1. Overview .............................. 8 5.2. Emergency Stop Button Control ......................10 5.3. Manual Control ..........................10 Accessories ..............................11 6.1. Adapters ............................. 11 6.2.
  • Page 3 Shock Dyno 11.5. USB Operation ..........................50 11.6. Mechanical Failures ........................50 11.7. LED Light Indicator ......................... 51 Speed to load table ............................52 Warranty Information ........................... 54 Contact ................................55 Version: 1.0.24125 Page 3/55...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Shock Dyno 1. Introduction Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this product. To ensure this condition and ensure safe operation, you must observe these operating instructions! Read the entire operating instructions before using the machine for the first time. Observe all operating instructions and safety instructions! All company names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    • This manual is designed to be used in conjunction with the service manual and documentation provided by the shock absorber’s manufacturer. • Make sure to read and understand the whole user manual before using the Shock Dyno (further – device).

  • Page 6: Highlights

    Shock Dyno 3. Highlights Congratulations on your purchase of the LABA7 Shock Dyno! • Our fully automatic dynamometer allows you to test the mechanical force transmitted through any shock absorber as well as measure a multitude of variable factors pertaining to velocity, displacement, and other impacts, such as bump stops and even gas pressure.

  • Page 7: Technical Specifications

    Shock Dyno 4. Technical Specifications Below are the specifications of each individual Shock Dyno model: Featherlight Shock Dyno: • Speed 8 - 1900mm/s • 10000N load cell • Adjustable stroke 25 - 100mm • 3HP-230V electric motor (110V available on request).

  • Page 8: Know Your Shock Dyno

    Shock Dyno 5. Know Your Shock Dyno 5.1. Overview The overview of the LABA7 Shock Dyno Feather and Light models is presented in the image (Figure 1) below: Figure 1 1. Crossbar handles. 7. USB connector. 2. Preload crossbar. 8. Emergency stop button.
  • Page 9 Shock Dyno The overview of the LABA7 Shock Dyno Mid and Heavy models is presented in the image (Figure 2) below: Figure 2 1. Crossbar handles. 7. Manual Dyno controller. 2. Preload crossbar. 8. USB connector. 3. Top mounting bracket.

  • Page 10: Emergency Stop Button Control

    5.3. Manual Control Shock Dyno Mid and Heavy models can be controlled via a manual dyno controller: 1. Adjust the motor frequency by rotating the knob on the manual display. 2. Press the RUN button to start the Dyno.

  • Page 11: Accessories

    Shock Dyno 6. Accessories 6.1. Adapters Here you will find various adapters compatible with the Shock Dyno. Universal Clamp Assembly • Fits many different shock absorbers • 74mm clearance • Can be used for both top and bottom mount • 3-way locking bolts for extra stiffness...
  • Page 12 Shock Dyno Moto Fork Assembly • One or two forks can be tested • Adjustable offset • Fits 20mm and 26mm axles • Standard axle mount • Stock inserts 54mm and 56mm • Different size inserts on request Figure 5 MTB Fork Assembly •...
  • Page 13 Shock Dyno MTB Cartridge Assembly • Fits universal clamp • Fox 34/36/40 adapters • Öhlins 36/38 adapters • RockShox adapters • Different size adapters on request Figure 7 Trunnion Assembly • Fits Trunnion shock absorbers • Can be used with self-preload clevis •...

  • Page 14: Adapter Installation

    Whenever installing a new adapter into the Dyno or replacing an existing one, follow the steps below: 1. Make sure the Shock Dyno is powered off, or the Emergency Stop Button is engaged before changing the adapters. 2. Use a wrench tool to unscrew both vertical bolts to release the clamp heads. (Figure 9 –...

  • Page 15: First Launch

    2. Turn the Shock power switch on. The green light on the switch will light up, or the manual dyno controller will light up. 3. If powering on the Shock Dyno results in the shortening of an earth leakage circuit breaker, follow the instructions of RFI Jumper Removal (Section 7.2) to solve the issue.

  • Page 16: Changing The Stroke

    Shock Dyno 7.1. Changing the stroke Follow the steps below to change the stroke on the Shock Dyno. These steps apply to all the Shock Dyno models. 1. Press the Emergency Stop Button to disengage the Shock Dyno and prevent the motor from moving.

  • Page 17: Rfi Jumper Removal

    RFI Jumper is located on the AC Motor Driver: Figure 11 This guide applies to all models of LABA7 Shock Dyno; however, there are two possible modifications of the AC Motor driver. This can result in a different RFI jumper, nonetheless the location and steps to remove it are similar.
  • Page 18 Shock Dyno The motor driver can be found inside the Shock Dyno. Remove the top cover using 4-6 screws (depending on the different Shock Dyno model). Figure 12 Once the cover is open, you should see the AC Motor driver on the side of the Dyno towards the back, next to the motor.
  • Page 19 Shock Dyno Configuration 1: The RFI jumper is on the side of the AC Driver and is held by a bolt. To remove the RFI jumper, release the bolt holding the jumper. Remove the jumper. Tighten the bolt back. Figure 13 Assemble everything back and close the Dyno cover before powering on the device.
  • Page 20 RFI jumper, use pliers to cut the wire or pull it out. Figure 14 Assemble everything back and close the Dyno cover before powering on the device. In case of any other questions regarding the wiring, please get in touch with LABA7 team. Version: 1.0.24125 Page 20/55...

  • Page 21: Software Setup

    • 4 GB of RAM • 1 GB of free disk space 8.2. Installation Contact LABA7 support to receive the latest Shock Dyno software version. 1. Open the Shock Dyno software folder. 2. Locate the “Setup.exe” executable file and double-click to run the installation.

  • Page 22: Configuration

    Shock Dyno 8.3. Configuration After launching the application for the very first time, follow the steps below to configure the initial settings: 1. Keep the Dyno powered off. 2. Launch the application and go to the Settings page which is located in the top right corner.
  • Page 23 Figure 18 7. Turn off the Dyno if it was previously turned on. 8. Connect the USB cable to the LABA7 Dyno and the computer. 9. Wait 15-20 seconds for the Dyno to initialize. 10. From 2 newly appeared com-ports select .

  • Page 24: Wireless Communication

    3. In the General Settings tab, select Wireless Communication Mode by clicking on the drop- down menu. 4. Go to the Dyno Settings tab. 5. Connect the USB cable to the LABA7 Dyno and to the computer. 6. Wait 15-20 seconds for Dyno to initialize. 7. Press “add” (Figure 19 – Step 1).

  • Page 25: Usb Communication

    3. In the General Settings tab, select USB Communication Mode by clicking on the drop-down menu. 4. Go to the Dyno Settings tab. 5. Connect the USB cable to the LABA7 Dyno and to the computer. 6. Wait 15-20 seconds for the Dyno to initialize. 7. Press “add” (Figure 20 – Step 1).

  • Page 26: Software Operation

    Shock Dyno ATTENTION: If any of the steps fail or the Dyno is still not connected to the application, go to the troubleshooting section. 9. Software Operation 9.1. Main Menu Once the application is launched, you will see the main screen with 5 separate buttons: •...

  • Page 27: New Project

    Shock Dyno 9.2. New Project Whenever a new damper is inserted into the Dyno, it is recommended to start a New Project. Locate project button in the top left corner, press it and then - press new project. Figure 22 Enter the following information to proceed to the testing area: •...

  • Page 28: Calibration

    Shock Dyno 9.3. Calibration This section describes the calibration process of the dyno. After the damper is installed and the project is created, dyno needs to be calibrated. To do this, locate the “testing” button in the top, you will see a window shown in Figure 23.

  • Page 29: Creating Intervals

    Shock Dyno 9.4. Creating intervals After project is created, dyno is calibrated – it is time to make a first test in our project. Figure 24 There are 2 interval types, which you can set in general settings: • Cycle based intervals – intervals are based on cycles, 1 cycle is equal to 1 full rotation of the flywheel (compression and rebound) •...
  • Page 30 Shock Dyno 5. Enter max time (optional). 6. Press To set up intervals, the user has to do following steps: 1. Select from dropdown menu (or enter) the time (or cycle count). 2. Select from dropdown menu (or enter) the speed.

  • Page 31: Graph Comparison

    Shock Dyno In order to add a new interval preset the user has to complete the following steps: 1. Press 2. Select the test type, either interval or warmup. 3. Enter time or cycle count. 4. Enter speed. 5. Enter max rebound force (optional).

  • Page 32: Graph Types

    Shock Dyno By clicking on the color of the checked test in the Recent Tests list, it is possible to change the color of the graph. In order to add a visual data point in the graph view, use the left mouse button. There is no limit to the number of data points.
  • Page 33 Shock Dyno The left side of the compression and the right side of the rebound represents the speed-up, and the right side of compression and the left side of the rebound represents the slow-down of corresponding cycles. Avg. Force vs Displacement Figure 28 This graph is similar to Force vs Displacement graph;...
  • Page 34 Shock Dyno Force vs Velocity Figure 29 Force vs Velocity graph represents the change in force when the damper is compressed or released at a variable speed. The horizontal axis indicates the linear speed of the damper, and the vertical axis indicates the resulting force.
  • Page 35 Shock Dyno Force vs Avg. Velocity Figure 30 Force vs Avg. Velocity graph represents the average change in force for variable velocity. This graph is similar to Force vs Velocity; however, it shows the graph without the hysteresis. Furthermore, the speed-up and the slow-down of both compression and rebound cycles also averaged into a single line.
  • Page 36 Shock Dyno Force vs Combined Velocity Figure 31 Force vs Combined Velocity graph represents the average change in force for variable velocity. This graph is similar to Force vs Velocity; however, it shows the graph without the hysteresis. The main difference between this graph and Force vs Avg.
  • Page 37 Shock Dyno Force vs Peak Velocity Figure 32 Force vs Peak Velocity graph is available for multiple speed tests. The horizontal axis indicates the linear speed of the damper, and the vertical axis indicates the resulting force. The graphs consist of a limited number of data points equal to the number of different speed intervals for both compression and rebound cycles.
  • Page 38 Shock Dyno Force vs Time Figure 33 Force vs Time graph represents the force change in time. The horizontal axis indicates the time, and the vertical axis indicates the change in force. Such a graph can bring value to the user as it shows the change in the force for each different rotation of the Dyno throughout the whole test and can display details otherwise hidden in the Force vs Displacement graph.
  • Page 39 Shock Dyno Temperature vs Time Figure 34 Time vs Temperature graph represents the warmup of the damper. It is not only available for the warmup test but also the interval runs. The horizontal axis indicates the change in time, and the vertical axis indicates the temperature change.

  • Page 40: Additional Test Options

    • Interval presets – opens interval preset menu, where user can edit, and create new presets. • Test summary - opens the test summary window of the selected test. • Data mode – user is allowed to switch between EMA and shock dyno data modes. Version: 1.0.24125...

  • Page 41: Open Existing Project

    Shock Dyno 9.8. Open existing project In order to open existing project, the user has to locate the “project” button in the top left corner and press “open existing” Figure 36 9.9. Gas pressure force and spring force elimination The software is capable of eliminating the force caused by gas pressure and the spring from the graphs.

  • Page 42: Settings

    Shock Dyno Gas pressure force elimination The software is capable of eliminating the gas pressure force from the graphs. The gas pressure force is measured during the calibration process. To eliminate gas pressure force, follow these steps: 1. Locate the test summary window in the right side of the screen.
  • Page 43 • Invert compression and rebound – inverts the compression and rebound in the graphs • Testing mode – select the interval mode, cycle based or time based. Registration An area for registering the software. Contact LABA7 support for a license. Version: 1.0.24125 Page 43/55...

  • Page 44: Reporting

    Shock Dyno 9.11. Reporting The application is capable of printing test reports to .pdf file. To access the functionality, press “reporting” button in the menu. There are 3 different report types, user can select between portrait and landscape print orientations as well.
  • Page 45 Shock Dyno Comparison report type Comparison report type includes all of the selected test runs in one graph, making it easy for the user to compare the runs. To print a comparison test report, follow these steps: 1. Select multiple test runs you wish to compare.

  • Page 46: Data Export And Import

    Shock Dyno 9.12. Data Export and Import The software is capable of exporting and importing test data from or to .csv file. There are two options of export: export interval and export PVP. To access this functionality, press “reporting” in the main menu.

  • Page 47: Electrical Wiring

    Shock Dyno Importing The software allows user to import .csv files and old data files from older LABA7 versions of the shock dyno software. To import old data files, user has to follow these steps: 1. Press on “project” in the top left corner.

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    Shock Dyno 11. Troubleshooting This section defines the most common issues that can arise when using the Dyno related to communications, data transfer, application, or mechanical issues and what steps to take in order to fix them. 11.1. General Issue...

  • Page 49: Wi-Fi Operation

    Shock Dyno Check for typos, if caps lock is enabled, re-enter credentials. Dyno is connected but status appears to Computer is not connected to the same network as the be offline. Dyno. Reconnect device to the same network or reconfigure the Dyno.

  • Page 50: Usb Operation

    Shock Dyno 11.5. USB Operation Issue Solution Test fails after starting it, lost data packets Windows USB driver is busy and cannot receive all the appear in the graph. data coming from the Dyno. Close all unwanted programs on the computer, check if Windows updates are not running or an Antivirus is not making a scan, and try again.

  • Page 51: Led Light Indicator

    Dyno is connecting to the wireless network. Please wait. Yellow Dyno is ready for the operation. Green Operation in progress. Please wait until the operation completes. ATTENTION: In case the issues persist, contact Laba7 support team for help. Version: 1.0.24125 Page 51/55...

  • Page 52: Speed To Load Table

    Shock Dyno 12. Speed to load table Featherlight Dyno: Featherlight (60hz, 7.2reduction, 2.2kW) Stroke (mm) Max load (kg) 2635 1143 519 380.8 286 Max speed (mm/sec) 654 982 1309 Featherlight (90hz, 7.2reduction, 2.2kW) Stroke (mm) Max load (kg) 2357 941 470 314...
  • Page 53 Shock Dyno MID Dyno: MID (60hz, 7.8reduction, 3.7kW) Stroke (mm) Max load (kg) 2574 1285 856 Max speed (mm/sec) 1208 1450 1812 MID (90hz, 7.8reduction, 3.7kW) Stroke (mm) Max load (kg) 1714 858 Max speed (mm/sec) 1358 1811 2175 2717 MID (130hz, 7.8reduction, 3.7kW)

  • Page 54: Warranty Information

    Shock Dyno 13. Warranty Information LABA7 Shock Dyno is covered for 1 year of manufacturer warranty starting from the date of purchase, and it covers any manufacturer-related failures during that period. WHAT IS NOT COVERED ALTERATION, MISUSE, OR ACCIDENT DAMAGE Examples are: •...

  • Page 55: Contact

    14. Contact If you have further questions about the product or need help with the installation, our technical staff will be happy to help you. Contact information can be found on our website www.laba7.com. • UAB LABA7 • Giluzio st. 15...

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