SMART FORCE AND TORQUE SENSORS User’s Guide
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide Thank you… Thank you for purchasing a Mark-10 Plug & TestTM remote sensor, designed for use with Mark-10 models 7i, 5i and 3i force/torque indicators. With proper usage, we are confident that you will get many years of great service with this product. Mark10 sensors are ruggedly built for many years of service in laboratory and industrial environments.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 1 OVERVIEW 1.1 General Overview Several series of Plug & TestTM sensors are available to accommodate numerous force and torque measurement requirements – from 0.25 to 10,000 lbF (1 N to 50 kN) of force, and from 10 ozFin to 5,000 lbFin (7 Ncm to 550 Nm) of torque. These sensors can be handheld or mounted to a fixture or test stand for more sophisticated testing requirements. Plug & TestTM sensors are used with Mark-10 7i, 5i, and 3i indicators.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide The resolution may be different for some sensors depending on whether a 7i, 5i, or 3i indicator is being used. For example, a Series R01 force sensor will display finer resolution when connected to a 5i indicator than when connected to a 3i indicator. Resolution information is shown in the following sections. 2 SAFETY / PROPER USAGE Read through the following safety instructions thoroughly before using a sensor: 1.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 3 SETUP The Plug & TestTM connector must be inserted into the receptacle of the indicator with the side marked “Plug & TestTM Technology” facing up (see Fig. 3.1). When fully inserted, the connector will lock into place with a “click”. Fig. 3.1 TM Appropriate orientation of Plug & Test connector. To release the connector, press both buttons on either side of the indicator housing to release the sensor (see Fig. 3.2).
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 4 SERIES R01 FORCE SENSORS 4.1 Unpacking and Assembly Carefully remove the sensor from the box. No assembly is required. 4.2 Overview Tension and compression force may be applied to the surfaces with threaded holes. Attachments may be threaded into these holes. These holes also allow for mounting as required. 4.3 Specifications Accuracy: Safe overload: Operating temperature: Operating humidity: Weight: ±0.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 5 SERIES R02 FORCE SENSORS 5.1 Unpacking and Assembly Carefully remove the sensor from the box. No assembly is required. 5.2 Overview Compression force may be applied to the button in the center of the top surface of the sensor (visible in the picture above). DO NOT apply load to the cover on the underside of the sensor. Threaded holes are supplied to permit mounting to various surfaces. 5.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 6 SERIES R03 FORCE SENSORS 6.1 Unpacking and Assembly Carefully remove the sensor from the box. Extra care should be taken for very low capacity models. No assembly is required. 6.2 Overview Tension and compression force may be applied to the threaded holes in the load cell shaft and opposite flat surface. Attachments may be threaded into these holes. Finger-tighten only. These holes also allow for mounting as required. 6.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 7 SERIES R04 FORCE SENSORS 7.1 Unpacking and Assembly Carefully remove the sensor from the box. Extra care should be taken for very low capacity models. No assembly is required. 7.2 Overview Tension and compression force may be applied to the surfaces with threaded holes. Attachments may be threaded into these holes. Finger-tighten only. These holes also allow for mounting as required. 7.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 8 SERIES R05 FORCE SENSORS 8.1 Unpacking and Assembly Carefully remove the sensor from the box. No assembly is required. 8.2 Overview Designed for pull and push testing. Firmly grip the handles when producing tension or compression force. Force may be applied to the surface with threaded hole. Attachments may be threaded into these holes. Finger-tighten only. 8.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 9 SERIES R50 TORQUE SENSORS 9.1 Unpacking and Assembly Carefully remove the sensor from the box. For models MR50-10Z, MR5020Z, and MR50-50Z, remove the protective tubing inserted around the chuck. Save it for future transportation needs. No assembly is required. 9.2 Overview Designed for clockwise and counter-clockwise torque testing. The sensor may be handheld or mounted to a test stand, fixture, or other equipment.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 9.5 Dimensions (in[mm]) Ø 1. 75 [4 4. 4] 24.0 [610.0] RETRACTED LENGTH Model No. A 4.82 [122.4] MR50-12 - MR50-100 5.19 [131.8] 1.69 [42.4] X2 MR50-10Z - MR50-50Z 3.50 [88.9] A 9.6 Capacity x Resolution Model No. With Model 7i / 5i indicator With Model 3i indicator ozFin lbFin lbFft gFcm kgFmm Nmm Ncm Nm ozFin lbFin kgFmm Ncm MR50-10Z 10 x 0.005 - - 700 x 0.5 7 x 0.005 70 x 0.05 7 x 0.005 - 10 x 0.01 - 7 x 0.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 10 SERIES R51 TORQUE SENSORS 10.1 Unpacking and Assembly Carefully remove the sensor from the box. Series R51 sensors are available with three interchangeable chuck attachments and bit holder. To attach the chuck or bit holder, align the pin located on the end of the sensor body with the hole located on the attachment (see Fig. 10.1). Thread the ring onto the sensor body to keep the attachment in place. 10.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 10.5 Dimensions (in[mm]) 10.6 Capacity x Resolution Model No. With Model 7i / 5i indicator With Model 3i indicator ozFin lbFin lbFft gFcm kgFmm Nmm Ncm Nm ozFin lbFin kgFmm Ncm MR51-10Z 10 x 0.005 - - 700 x 0.5 7 x 0.005 70 x 0.05 7 x 0.005 - 10 x 0.01 - 7 x 0.005 7 x 0.005 MR51-20Z 20 x 0.01 - - 1400 x 1 14 x 0.01 140 x 0.1 14 x 0.01 - 20 x 0.02 - 14 x 0.01 14 x 0.01 MR51-50Z 50 x 0.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 11 SERIES R52 TORQUE SENSORS 11.1 Unpacking and Assembly Carefully remove the sensor from the box. No assembly is required. 11.2 Overview Designed for clockwise and counter-clockwise torque testing. The sensor contains threaded holes on each side to permit mounting to a larger testing system. 11.3 Specifications Accuracy: Safe overload: ±0.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 12 SERIES R53 TORQUE SENSORS 12.1 Unpacking and Assembly Carefully remove the sensor from the box. Install the four posts in the desired positions on the sliders. If alternative gripping fixtures were purchased, install them using the supplied hardware. 12.2 Overview Designed for clockwise and counter-clockwise bottle cap torque testing. Turning the knob moves the sliders along the length of the screw to engage to disengage the sample.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 13 SERIES R54 TORQUE SENSORS 13.1 Unpacking and Assembly Carefully remove the sensor from the box. No assembly is required. 13.2 Overview Designed for clockwise and counter-clockwise torque testing. Square drives at both ends of the sensor permit inline testing or mounting to a test stand or other equipment. 13.3 Specifications Accuracy: Safe overload: Operating temperature: Operating humidity: Weight: ±0.
Plug & TestTM Smart Force & Torque Sensors User’s Guide 14 SERIES R55 TORQUE SENSORS 13.1 Unpacking and Assembly Carefully remove the sensor from the box. No assembly is required. 13.2 Overview Designed for clockwise and counter-clockwise torque testing. Square drives on both ends permit inline use with a torque wrench, or for use in OEM and other applications. 13.3 Specifications Accuracy: Safe overload: Operating temperature: Operating humidity: Weight: ±0.
