For Torque-Angle-Tension Testing of Threaded Fastener Components

PCB's Model 962 Portable Data Recorder is a battery-operated, transient recorder with two transducer inputs that can be used with torque-only, torque-angle, or force transducers. It can serve as a portable threaded fastener laboratory for measuring fastener torque, angle of turn, and clamp load. Ideal for performing fastener analysis, for auditing and certifying power tools, and for testing hand torque wrenches; Model 962 is a cost effective, versatile, and easy-to-use recorder that can collect numeric peak data, XY graphic plots, and store the data to a thumb drive. The data can be easily displayed or printed on a PC running FastPlot2 software. The alphanumeric setup and calibration menus assure ease of operation. The unit can be used with all RS Technologies' rotary torque-angle and clamp force transducers and other conventional and industry-standard strain gage transducers.

Model 962 can print out a numeric data report that contains basic information about the test along with time & date-stamped data for peak torque, angle of turn, clamp load, and torque at tension data. Statistics including high, low, median, ±3 Sigma, etc. are calculated and included on this report. The numeric test data and the graphic data can be uploaded to a computer via the USB port using the FastPlot2 data transfer and plotting utility. FastPlot2 can also provide additional graphic analysis.

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Highlights:

  • Measure and record torque, angle, and clamp load characteristics of threaded fastener components
  • Streamlined menu system with a tactile feel keypad, USB ports, and analog output
  • Two input channels for torque transducers, torque-angle transducers, or fastener tension load cells
  • Record graphic data to plot: torque vs. angle, torque vs. tension, torque vs. time, and more
  • Print both numeric and graphic data
  • Upload numeric and graphic data to a PC via FastPlot2 software

Applications:

  • Verify Fastener Torque-Tension
  • Analyze Torque Angle Signatures
  • Audit, Calibrate, or Certify Performance of Power Tools and Hand Torque Wrenches
  • Dynamic Monitoring of Power Tool Testing
  • Troubleshoot Problematic Joints

Portable Data Recorder, Model 962
Input Range ±2.5 mV/V, ±4.5 mV/V, ±5 VDC
Excitation 5 VDC, 120 mA Maximum (FS)
Resolution 21-bit
Non-linearity 0.25% Maximum
Frequency Response 10 kHz
Positive Voltage Peak Trap Circuit 7 ms Reset Time
Peak Threshold Software Programmable
Peak Reset Manual or, Software Programmable (Automatic Reset)
Angle Input Channel
Type Quadrature A/B Track
Excitation 5 VDC
Input Frequency 1000 kHz Maximum
Display
Viewing Area 4.85 x 2.68 in
123 x 68 mm
Resolution 240 x 128 Pixels, Backlit LCD
Battery
Indication Battery Low Indication
Battery Life 8 8 Hours Maximum, Continuous Use
Charge Time 3.5 Hours, Maximum
General
Temperature Range +32 to +158 °F
0 to +70 °C
Dimensions
Size (W x D x H) 10.12 x 8.50 x 3.25 in
257.0 x 215.9 x 85.1 mm
Weight 6.0 lb
2.7 kg
Charge Time 3.5 Hours, Maximum
Mating Connectors
Size (W x D x H) 10.12 x 8.50 x 3.25 in
257.0 x 215.9 x 85.1 mm
Channel 1 and Channel 2 DB, 15 Pins
TTL/IO DB, 25 Pins
USB Port A A Type
USB Port B B Type
Supplied Accessories
FastPlot2 Upload/Graphing Utility for PC Running Windows® 2000, XP, Battery Charger
Serial Cable with USB Adapter, Instruction Manual, Carrying Case, & A2LA Accredited
Calibration Certificate