CDI Torque MULTITEST Government - Manual (Page 15)

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Introduction
The MULTITEST Indicator is a laboratory grade instrument that
provides TORQUE, FORCE and ANGLE of rotation
measurements and set-able alert functions. Although designed
as an integral component of the MULTITEST Torque Calibration
System, it can also be used independently in many laboratory
and industrial applications. The MULTITEST Indicator features
versatile date acquisition capabilities including measurement
storage, retrieval, statistical analysis and automatic
downloading to the built-in printer or external printer/computer.
A remote computer COM port is available for PC interfacing.
Used with precision torque/force transducers, the MULTITEST
Indicator provides high speed monitoring of static or dynamic
torque, force or angle inputs. Torque/force transducers,
purchased separately, are available in ranges from 15-200 in oz,
to 200-2000 ft lb, and provide system readings with an
accuracy of +/- 0.25% of indicated value, or better. A special
memory chip is built into each torque/force transducer that
identifies its range and maintains its calibration between any
other MULTITEST Indicator with an accuracy of +/- 0.5%. The
indicator and its transducers may be calibrated by using
accessory precision bars and certified weights.
The indicator features a bright red alpha-numeric LED display
for readout of torque in ft lb, in lb, in oz, Nm, dNm, cNm, mkg
and cmkg, or force in ounces, pounds, Newtons, decaNewtons,
kiloponds (kilograms) or grams, depending upon the transducer
in use.
Angle measurement, calibration, statistical analysis and set-up
functions are reported on a 2-line by 16-character 5x8 dot
matrix, backlighted LCD, display. A Torque-Angle mode can be
set up for precision fastener installation monitoring. The
MULTITEST Indicator uses X4 quadrature logic that takes
advantage of maximum resolution from industry standard
bidirectional rotary encoders.
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