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SMW Autoblok GFT-X 4.0 Instruction Manual

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Date:
2020-02
Version:
2
Language:
English
GRIPPING FORCE TESTER
Type GFT-X 4.0

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  • Page 1 COPY OF THE GRIPPING FORCE TESTER ORIGINAL Type GFT-X 4.0 Date: 2020-02 Version: Language: English...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Confirmation of receipt of the manual This instruction manual is a part of the GFT-X 4.0 and must be passed to the new owner in case of sale. This instruction manual may not be -in whole or in part- copied without our written agreement.

  • Page 5: General Safety Instructions

    2.2 Safety instructions for wireless devices 6. Maintenance Please read all safety instructions carefully, prior to using our Keep your Gripping Force Tester GFT-X 4.0 in the transport case wireless devices. This manual contains safety instructions that where it has optimum protection.

  • Page 6: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data Tablet PC GFT-X 4.0 Tablet PC GFT-X 4.0 Power supply USB, 5 V (2A max.) Measurement range/ gripping force F Indication in kN or lbf (selective by user) Measurement range/ speed (rpm) Indication in 1/min Dimensions 228x145x16.5 mm...

  • Page 7: Description Of Function

    Theoretical value of 90 kN at 6 jaw chucks, the real maximum mechanical permitted load is 45 kN for measuring head M4. Mains / Battery operation The Tablet for the GFT-X 4.0 is supplied by 5V (max. 2000 mA) via a power supply plug with an input voltage range from 100V 240V Different plug adapters for North America, UK, Australia and Europe are in the supply range.

  • Page 8: Description

    The GFT-X-4.0 can only communicate with the measuring heads with the blue cover. For the use of measuring heads with the black cover, please use the GFT / GFT-X. Tablet PC for GFT-X 4.0 - Device view Figure: Tablet PC On / Off switch Charging socket (USB 2.0 / 3.0)

  • Page 9: Operation

    Operation GFT-X 4.0 App When staring the App, either the display software for the GFT-X-4.0 or the expert wprkholding App can be selected. The display software shows the measured force and the actual speed of the chuck. Adjustments can be done via the pull down menu.
  • Page 10 Operation As soon as the measuring haed is connected to the tablet PC, is is shown in the righthand upper corner. Power and speed are also activated. This sympol allows to choose the number of jaws of the chuck. For the moment 2.3 and 6 jaw chucks can be measured. Also the battery charging condition of the measuring head is displayed.
  • Page 11 Operation On the left hand side of the display, the configuration menu can be found. Pressing the home button will show the home screen. Also the scale unit of the force display can be selected. The display languages are currently German, English and Spanish. When pressing the record button test series can be recorded and stored.

  • Page 12: Measuring Head

    Measuring head Measuring head There are four different measuring head available for the GFT-X. Two for collets (M1 and M2) and four for chucks (M3 and M4 for 2, 3 and 6 jaws). The measuring head works according to the following principle: Via a dedicated arrangement of strain gauges inside the measuring head, the mechanical forces are converted into an electrical signal which is amplified by the integrated electronics, transformed into a digital radio signal via a micro-controller and sent to the Tablet PC.
  • Page 13 Measuring head Measuring head M3 and M4 for jaw chuck The measuring head M3 and M4 are provided for the measurement of tension or force in jaw chucks. The measuring head M3 is designed for forces up to 90kN per jaw), the measuring head M4 offers higher resolution up to a maximum clamping force of 15kN per jaw). Different extension cylinders making the measurement head M3 and M4 applicable for nearly all kinds of jaws.
  • Page 14 Measuring head Measuring head M3 and M4 for jaw 6 jaw chuck A special version of the measuring heads M3 and M4 are used for clamping force measurement in 6 jaw chucks. The measuring head M3 is designed for forces up to 90kN per jaw / 45kN with 6-jaw-chuck, the measuring head M4 offers higher resolution up to a maximum clamping force of 15kN per jaw / 7.5kN with 6-jaw-chuck) 2, 3 and 6 jaws Extension 25...
  • Page 15 Measuring head By operating M3 or M4 following hints have to be considerd: Operation with 2-jaw chuck: If operated with 15 or 25mm extension, the 8mm extension must always be mounted to the unused jaws (at 120° and 240°). Always fit the extension symmetrically (0° and 180°). Always mount the extension cylinder firmly (screw the Torx screw down tightly).
  • Page 16 Measuring head Put the measuring head like shown into the chuck. Is the chuck tensioned, the loading bracket have to be removed. Please be assured, that prior to measuring procedure the measuring head is tight and plane-parallel clamped to the rotational axis. In addition, the mounting bracket must be removed before commissioning.

  • Page 17: Measuring

    Measuring procedere Measuring procedere Starting with the first measurement make shure that the measuring head is fully charged. The measuring head in turned off condition has to be conencted to the charging adapter using the Mini-USB / USB cable. During charging the LED is flashing red. As soon as the measuring head is fully charged the LED turns to green. The cable can be disconnected now and the measuring head can be switched on for measuring.

  • Page 18: Calibration, Recalibration

    Calibration, Recalibration The GFT-X 4.0 is carefully tested and calibrated on a test bench at the factory. A calibration certifi cate is enclosed. This calibration certificate documents the traceability to national standards, which realize the units of measurement according to the International System of Units (SI).

  • Page 19: Maintenance, Service

    (spare part numbers see page 23). If problems occur which cannot be solved as described on page 20, the complete GFT-X 4.0 must be returned to the supplier. A detailed description of the problem will shorten the time to repair and save costs.

  • Page 20: Error Messages / Troubleshooting / Faq's

    Trouble shooting Error messages / Troubleshooting / FAQ‘s Display will not be illuminated / start after pressing the power button: • Check power supply, recharge Tablet PC unit battery • Press power button again (approx. 3 sec.). Icon radio communications in Status Line is not active (connected): •...

  • Page 21: Changing The Plug-In Power Supply Insert

    Change the power plug How to change the power plug at mains adaptor The GFT-X handheld unit is powered with a power supply plug at 5V (500mA), the input voltage range is 100V - 240V Different interchangeable blade assemblies of North America, United Kingdom, Australia and Europe are included. The blade assembly of Europe is already mounted.

  • Page 22: Charging The Tablet Pc's

    Charging the Tablet PC‘s Charging the Tablet PC‘s At the left end of the tablet is in the middle of the cover for the charging socket. charging socket USB 2.0 / 3.0 Side view front end tablet Side view with opened USB cover (USB 3.0 connection) For charging, the supplied micro USB cable is plugged into the left part of the USB socket (marked in yellow).

  • Page 23: Accessories / Spare Parts List

    GFT-X 4.0 measuring head M3, 6 jaw (optional) GFT-X 4.0 measuring head M4, 6 jaw (optional) 201764 Power Supply Plug USB for GFT-X 4.0 incl. interchangeable blade assemblies 196839 Loading Bracket for GFT / GFT-X 4.0 Mini USB charging cable for GFT-X 4.0 measuring head approx. 1.8m Micro-USB charging cable for GFT-X Tablet, approx.

  • Page 24: Technical Specifications Tablet Pc

    Technical specifications Tablet PC Technical specifications Tablet PC Operating system Android 5.1 (Lollipop) Processor & graphics card • Intel® Atom™ x5-Z8350, Cherry Trail • Quad-Core CPU with up to 1.84 GHz • Intel HD Graphic (Gen7) Resolution & Touchscreen • IPS 1280×800 | 320 cd/m² •...
  • Page 25 Notes SMW-AUTOBLOK...

  • Page 26: Bluetooth Certification

    Bluetooth Certification Bluetooth Module is compliant to the following specifications: BLUETOOTH Bluetooth Module is BT qualified as a controller subsystem. As a controller subsystem the module can be used as such with a Host Subsystem to make a Bluetooth end product without additional qualification or QDID. The Bluetooth QDID of BLE13 is B021015. The Bluetooth listing can be vied from the link below: https://www.bluetooth.org/tpg/QLI_viewQDL.cfm?qid=21015 FCC and IC...

  • Page 27: Technical Specifications Plug-In Power Supply

    Technical specifications Plug-in power supply DESCRIPTION / FEATURES: Series of enclosed power supplies are housed in Impact resistant non-vented Polycarbonate Thermal Conduction-Cooled Cases and feature regulated outputs with very low ripple, built-in overcurrent, short circuit, overvoltage and thermal protection, as well as low leakage, low ripple, and high efficiency.

  • Page 29: Confirmation Of Receipt Of The Manual

    Empfangsbestätigung für die Betriebsanleitung Confi rmation of receipt of the instruction manual Hiermit bestätigt die vom Betreiber/ Anwender beauftragte This certifi es the operator assigned by the operating company Person Herr / Frau Mr. / Mrs. den Erhalt der Betriebsanleitung sowie deren Inhalte, hereby confi rms to have received the instruction manual insbesondere das Kapitel Sicherheit gelesen und verstanden and to have read and understood the content, especially the...
  • Page 32 SMW-AUTOBLOK s.r.o. Merhautova 20 Turkey CZ - 613 00 Brno SMW AUTOBLOK Makina San, Ve Tic. Ltd. ti. Tel. +420 513 034 157 Yeni ehir Mah, Osmanli Blv, Volume Kurtkoy Ofi s Fax +420 513 034 158 No:9, Kat:1, D:4, 32912, Pendik Istanbul E-mail ...

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