Desoutter FCT Series User manual

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6159928640
Issue No.
01
Date
01/2020
Page
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FCT –CLAMPING FORCE TESTER
Model
Part number
FCT30
6159352490
FCT60
6159352500
Download the latest version of this document at
https://www.desouttertools.com/resource-centre
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and instructions
Failure to follow the safety warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference

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Table of Contents
Product information ............................................................ 3
Overview............................................................................. 5
Installation........................................................................... 7
Operation............................................................................. 8
Service................................................................................. 9
Decommissioning..............................................................18

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Product information
General information
WARNING Risk of injury
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal
injury.
Ensure that you read and understand all instructions:
•Safety Information delivered together with the different parts of the system.
•Product Instructions for installation, operation and maintenance of the different part of the system.
•All locally legislated safety regulations with regard to the system and parts thereof.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
Safety signal words
The safety signal words Danger, Warning, Caution, and Notice have the following meaning:
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in the death or serious
injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in the death or
serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE!
NOTICE! is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
Warranty
•Product warranty will expire 12 months after the product is first taken into use but shall in any case expire at the
latest 13 months after delivery.
•Normal wear and tear on parts is not included within the warranty.
oNormal wear and tear is that which requires a part change during the standard tools maintenance for that period
taking into consideration the number of tightenings and average applied torque.
•The product warranty relies on the correct use, maintenance, and repair of the tool and its component parts.
•Damage to parts that occurs as a result of inadequate maintenance or performed by parties other than Desoutter or
their Certified Service Partners during the warranty period is not covered by the warranty.
•To avoid damage or destruction of tool parts, service the tool according to the recommended maintenance schedules
and follow the correct instructions.
•Warranty repairs are only performed in Desoutter workshops or by Certified Service Partners.
Desoutter offers extended warranty and state of the art preventive maintenance through its ToolCover contracts. For
further information contact your local Service representative.
For electrical motors:
•Warranty shall only apply when the electric motor has not been opened.
Website
Log in to Desoutter: www.desouttertools.com
You can find information concerning our products, accessories, spare parts and published matters on our Website.

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Dimensioning
MODEL
A [mm]
B [mm]
C [mm]
D [mm]
E [mm]
Hex screw
head [mm]
FCT30
96
115
157.8
125.8
98
13
FCT60
96
115
157.8
125.8
98
18
Ø A
Ø B
C
D
Ø E
Hex screw head

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Overview
Product description
1. Socket
2. Main screw
3. Cable connector
4. Fixing bolts M5x18
Technical information
•Output sensitivity:
1.19 mV/V
•Static accuracy:
± 0.5% of reading
•Operating temperature:
5 °C to 40 °C - 41 °F to 104 °F
•IP Index (except connector):
40
•Weight:
oFCT30
2.4 kg - 5.3 lbs
oFCT60
2.4 kg - 5.3 lbs
Load range N
MODEL
Min. Load
(N)
Min. Load
(lbs)
Max. Load
(N)
Max. Load
(lbs)
Overload
(N)
Overload
(lbs)
FCT30
1800
404.66
18000
4046.56
23400
5260.53
FCT60
2700
606.98
27000
6069.84
35100
7890.79
1
2
3
4

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Torque range Nm
MODEL
Min. Torque
(Nm)
Min. Torque
(ft lbs)
Max. Torque
(Nm)
Max. Torque
(ft lbs)
Overload
(Nm)
Overload
(ft lbs)
FCT30
10
7.38
30
22.13
39
28.76
FCT60
20
14.75
60
44.25
78
57.53
Connector PIN OUT
PIN
FUNCTION
PIN
FUNCTION
H
MISO
J
CS.ANGLE
A
MOSI
C
CS.MEM
B
CLOCK
F
-15V
G
CDE.CAL
E
+15V
K
AGN
Accessories
Part Number
Item Description
6158117810
Sleeve drive sockets 3/8’’-13mm
6158117840
Sleeve drive sockets 3/8’’-18mm
H
A
B
C
D
E
F
J
K
G

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Installation
Installation instructions
FCT is designed to measure clamp preload and relative torque applied to joints.
Select the correct size of FCT, which is within the maximum torque capacity of the tool used.
Make sure to install the FCT base on a stable horizontal working station to avoid/minimise any vibration or movement of
the system. Install the FCT with four fixing bolts M5x18 (see figures below):
NOTICE! Tighten the four M5 fixing bolts up to approximately 5.5 Nm.
NOTICE! Do not install the FCT near any surface that could limit its action range. Respect the following guidelines in
order to make sure that there is a clearance between the transducer cable and any external surface:
FCT30/60
Make sure that the operating area of the FCT is circular with a diameter of 600 mm (with the center on the main screw
of the FCT) –see the figure above.
Connect the FCT to the measuring instrument (Desoutter Delta 1D, 6D or 7D minimum firmware version 2.8x) through
the transducer cable.
For more information about the Desoutter Delta, refer to “Delta User Guide” (Desoutter User Guides are available at
http://www.desouttertools.com/resource-centre).

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Operation
Configuration instructions
Remove the top cover of the FCT.
In sequence, vertically align the main screw (1) and the adapter (2) on the
ratchet socket of the FCT.
NOTICE! Before use, make sure that the oil 75W-90 has been
correctly added to the FCT.
Operating instructions
Operate the tool on the joint making sure to align the tool/transducer to avoid any influence from side forces which may
affect the measuring result. Failure to comply with this requirement and to exceed the maximum rated torque may cause
irreversible damage to the FCT.
See Spare Part List for recommended screws.
NOTICE! Replace the FCT screw and washer at intervals of 30000 tightenings or if excessive wear is detected.
Desoutter Delta shows the total number of tightenings of the main screw. For more information about the Desoutter
Delta, refer to “Delta User Guide” (Desoutter User Guides are available at http://www.desouttertools.com/resource-
centre).
NOTICE! Perform a manual check of the FCT nutsert at intervals of 30000 tightenings. The manual check consist in a
bare-handed tightening to check for anomalous friction. Replace the FCT nutsert if the manual check fails. Desoutter
Delta shows the total number of tightenings of the main screw. For more information about the Desoutter Delta, refer to
“Delta User Guide” (Desoutter User Guides are available at http://www.desouttertools.com/resource-centre).
NOTICE! Replace the FCT oil 75W-90 at intervals of 60000 tightenings. Dispose of the waste oil in accordance with
local regulations. Desoutter Delta shows the total number of tightenings of the main screw. For more information about
the Desoutter Delta, refer to “Delta User Guide” (Desoutter User Guides are available at
http://www.desouttertools.com/resource-centre).

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Service
Maintenance Instructions
Cleaning
Keep the FCT clean from swarf and dust.
After use, remove any trace of oil, and dust from the FCT.
Use an anti-static cleaning cloth to remove dust from the FCT.
Avoid using harsh detergents to clean the FCT.
Calibration
Calibration is a set of operations that compares the values indicated by a measuring system to the corresponding values
realized by external standards.
The accuracy of electronic drifts with time and temperature, which can result in measurement inaccuracy.
Calibration restores the FCT components to their specified accuracy and ensures that the device still meets Desoutter
standards.
Desoutter recommends performing a complete calibration at least once every year. You can shorten this interval based on
the demands of your application.
To do a complete calibration, please contact a certified Desoutter Service Technician or a Force Calibration Laboratory
(ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Laboratory recommended).
A
4 holes M5x15 on Ø98
B
Connect the calibration equipment to these threads:
FCT 30 M12x1.25 / FCT60 M16x1.5
C
Connection to Delta xD
D
Install the FCT with four fixing bolts M5x18 class 8.8:
tightening torque is 1 Nm (only for calibration purposes)
E
Force applied for the calibration
For more information about the calibration process, refer to the certificate delivered with the product.
A
C
B
D
E

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Spare parts
Exploded views and spare parts lists are available at https://www.desouttertools.com/service/spare-parts.
The use of spare parts other than those originally supplied by the manufacturer may result in a drop in performance or in
increased maintenance and level of vibration and in the full cancellation of the manufacturer’s liability.
Related products
•Delta 1D, 6D or 7D data analyzer (minimum firmware version 2.8x)
•ELRT (E-pulse electric pulse tools)
•DeltaQC Software (programming and traceability of tests) - (minimum software version 4.3.x)
•Cables
Oil bath removal
Follow the instructions below to remove the oil bath for cleaning/discharching of the oil:
1. Make sure the FCT screw is slightly loosen, otherwise the nutsert/trasducer connection is under load and it
will be impossible to remove the locking pin.
2. Using a flat screwdriver, remove the blind plugs protecting the locking pin to gain access to the inner axis:
3. Insert a M5 screw into the locking pin housing and use it to pull out the locking pin:

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4. Using a Hex Allen Key 3 mm, remove the three lateral screws M5:
5. Lift the oil bath from the FCT base and take it to an appropriate place for the oil disposal:
6. Remove the oil cover and discard the oil:

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7. Remove the main screw, washer, and cover to completely remove the oil and inspect the nutsert for any defect
or excessive wear. The cover can be removed using two M6 screws:
Oil bath mounting
Do the instructions below to mount the oil bath after oil cleaning.
1. Insert the oil bath in the FCT base and turn it to align tho hole of the nutsert with the hole of the transducer:
M6

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2. Insert the locking pin to secure the Nutsert on the Transducer. The
pin can be inserted from either sides and until the middle of the FCT
is reached. A haptic feedback is provided when the locking pin is
centered in the correct position.
3. Cover up the locking pin housing with the blind plugs:
4. Turn the Oil bath to align the Desoutter logo with the connector and mount the three M5 screws using a Hex
Allen Key 3 mm to secure the oil bath:
NOTICE! The Locking pin should be mounted
without excessive force.

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5. Reassemble the cover, the new washer and the new main screw:
6. Refill the oil bath up to the sign marked inside the bowl with oil 75W-90:
7. Install the oil covers on the FCT.
NOTICE! Make sure the main screw is slightly loosened while refilling the oil bath.

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Nutsert replacement
Follow the instructions below to replace the nutsert:
1. Remove and clean the oil bath as described in the “Oil bath removal” procedure.
2. Remove the retaining ring from the nutsert using a flat screwdriver:
3. Push the nutsert out of the oil bath:
4. Remove the radial seal and replace it with a new one:

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5. Mount the new nutsert on the FCT base and secure it with the locking pin. The locking pin should be centered
in the transducer-nutsert connection. A haptic feedback is provided when the locking pin is centered.
6. Mount the oil bath aligning the Desoutter logo with the connector and secure with the three M5 screws:
7. Lock the nutsert with a new retaining ring.
NOTICE! The Locking pin should be mounted without excessive force.

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8. Reassemble the cover, the new washer and the new main screw:
9. Refill the oil bath with oil up to the sign marked inside the bowl with oil 75W-90:
10. Install the oil covers on the FCT.
NOTICE! Make sure the main screw is slightly loosened while refilling the oil bath.

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Decommissioning
Recycling instructions
When a product has served its purpose, it has to be recycled properly. Dismantle the product and recycle the components
in accordance with local registration.
Recycling information
PART
RECYCLE AS
1
Transducer
Steel
2
Electronic Equipment
WEEE
3
Electronic casing
Aluminum
4
Screws
Steel
5
Blind plugs
Plastic
6
Base
Steel
7
Locking pin
Steel
8
Nutsert
Steel
9
Retaining ring
Steel
10
Oil Gasket
Plastic
11
Oil Bath
Aluminum
12
Cover
Steel
13
Washer
Steel
14
Screw
Steel
15
Oil Covers
Plastic
16
O-rings
Plastic

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