Model 9404 Fastlab
Used to Test, Develop, and Troubleshoot

• Bolts/Nuts
• Locknuts
• Actual Joints
• Thread Components
• Lubricants
• Coatings
• Self Tappers Thread Formers
• Assembly Tools
• Other Fastner Components

Model 9504 Labmaster
Ideal for Research, Analysis, and Control

• Torque/Angle Plots
• Torque/Tension
• Joint Tension (Clamp Force)
• Joint Relaxation
• Thread Torque
• Underthread Friction Torque
• Joint Yield
• Tool RPM/Tool Performance
• Statistics

Three-in-One Systems: Test, Analyse, Certify

The Model 9404 FastLab and Model 9504 LabMaster transient recorders are advanced, multi-purpose systems designed to perform threaded fastener testing, joint analysis, and tool certification. The 9404 gives you a convenient portable system while the 9504 is a laboratory system.

Real-Time Display Save

The 9404/9504 both provide realtime display, printing, plotting, and automatic saving of measured data. A complete system typically includes a DC electric tool and controller with rotary torque-angle transducer, combination thread torque/clamp load transducer, and a printer for data reports and plots. The recorder's hard drive provides instant data storage and recall while the 3.5" floppy drive enables data archiving.

Multiple Inputs

Four analog inputs and one encoder input allow the recorder to accept data signals from:

• Transducers
• Strain gages
• Load cells
• Torque cells
• Force washers
• Bolt extensometers
• Any ±10 V analog signal

Comprehensive Data

Model 9404/9504 systems with a torque/tension research head measure and calculate the following:

• Input torque
• Clamp force
• Thread friction torque
• Underhead friction torque
• Angle of fastener rotation
• Torque tension coefficient (K from T=KDF)

Variety of Plots

A number of different plots can be generated. Rundown data and plots may be viewed on the colour display, simultaneously displayed on a peripheral CRT, printed/plotted on a suitable printer or graphics plotter, or saved for later data reduction. An RS-232 serial port enables transfer of raw data, statistics and plots to a PC.

Easy to Use

The 70/30 split screen shows menus and graphs in the left window and current setup data in the right window. The operator can easily make changes to setups and is provided with instant display of results and current test set and measurement parameters. A transducer parameter and test setup library further simplifies testing.

High Speed Sampling

The surface mount data acquisition board provides high speed sampling of 5 kHz. A user-selectable automatic data save feature for both statistical tables and full ASCII test files speeds technician testing time.

Statistical Control

Statistical alarms indicate when X-Bar and R are out of range. Statistical plots of +3 sigma mean curves provide a data summary.

Options

Optional features include an auxiliary input for an ultrasonic interface, test drive motor control outputs, and fastener test control software.

Model 9404/9504 Specifications

• Overall System
  • Microprocessor: Pentium (TM)
  • Memory: 16 MB RAM
  • Storage: 1.2 GB hard drive 3.5", 1.44 MB floppy drive (both)
  • Serial port: RS-232, for PC communications
  • VGA graphics interface: For external VGA color monitor
  • Common mode rejection: 130 dB
  • Sampling rate: 5 KHz max.
  • Temperature range: 0-45 °C

• Analog Input
  • Number of channels: 4
  • Signal conditioning: Full bridge strain gauge transducer compatible
  • Sensitivity: 1 mV/V to 4 mV/V
  • Excitation: 10 VDC

• Encoder Input
  • Number of channels: 1
  • Counter resolution: 32 bit
  • Input frequency: 1 MHz max.
  • Excitation: 5V

• Digital I/0
  • Outputs: 7 bits
  • Inputs: 8 bits
  • Compatibility: TTL
  • Optical isolation: Available

• Flat Panel Display
  • Type: LCD, full color, active matrix, backlight
  • Viewing area: 5-1/2" x 7"
  • Resolution: 640 x 480

• Printing/Plotting
  • Compatibility:
    • Epson LQ
    • Epson LQ Color
    • Epson 9 Pin
    • HP Laserjet
    • HP Paintjet
    • HP Deskjet
    • HP Deskjet Color