C A P T E S T
DIGITAL TORQUE TESTER
Operator Manual and Technical Data
431-434-02
May 2019
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Page 2: ...n and technical specification CAPTEST is a registered trademark of MKE Kreiensen Company Germany Mitutoyo and DIGIMATIC are registered trademarks of Mitutoyo Company Japan EPSON is a registered trademark of EPSON America Inc 2019 Mecmesin Ltd supplied with Mecmesin test systems and not for redistribution Part no 431 434 02 ...
Page 3: ...ste disposal 5 Using your CAPTEST 6 Switch on 6 Test opening a closure 6 Test closing a closure 6 Clear the current reading 6 Store the current reading 6 Print the current reading 7 Print the stored data 7 Clear the memory 7 Switch off 7 Return to test mode 7 Using a Mitutoyo Mini Processor 8 Connection and use 8 Switching off 9 Setting tolerance limits 9 Technical Data 10 Configuring CAPTEST Sett...
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Page 5: ...the clamping fixture guarantee continuous and reliable operation in laboratory and tough production environments The built in rechargeable battery in combination with the latest power saving technology enables extended operation independent of a mains supply In continuous operation a minimum 72 hours operating time can be achieved Automatic shut off occurs if the device is not used for a period of...
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Page 7: ... modern power saving technique to achieve a relatively long operating time If you don t use the device for a period of 2 minutes it will switch off automatically To take new measurements press the ON key CAPTEST is immediately ready to use The readings remain stored if the device is switched off manually or automatically When the maximum operating time is reached the symbol BAT is displayed Please...
Page 8: ...g fixture has to be greased occasionally Please clean the parts with a soft moistened cloth and don t use any strong cleansing agents or solvents Repairs will only be done by the manufacturer If a repair is required please return your CAPTEST to your distributor and describe any damage or faults you have identified Calibration CAPTEST is calibrated carefully so the precision of the measurement wil...
Page 9: ...ts fluids from penetrating but it should not be exposed to jets of water or immersed or the electronics may be damaged If you suspect any penetration of fluid send the device to your CAPTEST distributor Important Be careful if the device is connected to the mains supply The mains adapter charger is not splashproof In case of a penetration of fluid into the adapter there is a danger of electric sho...
Page 10: ...ing a closure Test closing a closure Clear the current reading Store the current reading The reading is added to any data already stored Device is ready for testing Peak value of applied anticlockwise torque Peak value of applied clockwise torque Device is ready for further measurement Pressing ON stores the reading and clears the display ...
Page 11: ... already stored Print the stored data All stored data is sent to the printer Press the ON button to pause or the ZERO key to stop printing Clear the memory Switch off If the tester is not operated for a period of 2 minutes the tester automatically switches off Return to test mode Press ON to cancel switching off Memory cleared Blank display device is off Operation is resumed ...
Page 12: ... 1 VR DATA key is disabled CAPTEST sends the data to the DP 1 VR ON ZERO Time controlled data acquisition by DP 1 VR is not possible Connection and use Ensure that both the CAPTEST and DP 1 VR are switched off Connect the CAPTEST to the DP 1 VR with the enclosed special Mitutoyo printer cable First switch on the DP 1 VR Power and then the CAPTEST ON key To clear any stored DP 1 VR data press the C...
Page 13: ...CL key and clear the CAPTEST memory ON ON ZERO Press TOL LIMIT on the DP 1 VR to begin setting values Apply torque to the CAPTEST to the upper or lower limit required sequence does not matter Transmit the value to the DP 1 VR ON ZERO Repeat the last step to the second limit torque Press the TOL LIMIT key of the DP 1 VR This will complete the setting and print the tolerance limits LSL lower limit U...
Page 14: ...itutoyo DIGIMATIC Batteries built in NiMh battery 4 8 V 600 mAh Mains adapter Input 230 VAC 50 Hz 1 5 VA Output 8 2 VDC 150 mA Isolation T40 E IP20 DC Input 5 mA charge max 60 mA Charging time 8 h will provide 75 charge delivering up to 72 hrs continuous operation Housing IP54 rated stainless steel Protection category III SELV IEC 536 DIN VDE 0106 Environment designed for indoor use max altitude 2...
Page 15: ... other than by pressing ENTER and accepting a setting Settings are selected and made only one at a time Settings are retained when the unit is switched off The settings menu Settings are found and saved one at a time To enter the settings hold ZERO while pressing ON Press the ON key until the display shows SEt Press ENTER the display will show U1 the first settings item o to set U1 use lbf in as t...
Page 16: ...e data acquisition frequency in peak value mode remains unaffected at 250 Hz F1 8 Hz F2 60 Hz Delay period for peak value recognition t1 2 sec t2 1 sec Measurement threshold for peak value recognition L1 0 14 N m 1 2 lbf in L2 0 07 N m 0 6 lbf in Auto off function Au0 off Au1 on Minus sign in the data output S shows S hidden ...
Page 17: ... Germany declares the conformity of the product torque test equipment C A P T E S T to the following standards EN 61000 6 1 2 3 4 2007 in accordance to the directive 2006 95 EC electromagnetic compatibility EN 61010 6 1 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement in accordance to the directive 73 23 EEC low voltage directive Freiburg 17 10 2007 ...
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