norbar T-BOX 2 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
T-BOX™ 2
Part Number 34474 | Issue 1 | Original Instructions (English)
NORBAR TORQUE TOOLS LTD
Wildmere Road, Banbury,
Oxfordshire, OX16 3JU
UNITED KINGDOM
Tel + 44 (0)1295 270333
Email [e-mail]
NORBAR TORQUE TOOLS
45–47 Raglan Avenue, Edwardstown,
SA 5039
AUSTRALIA
Tel + 61 (0)8 8292 9777
Email [e-mail]
NORBAR TORQUE TOOLS INC
36400 Biltmore Place, Willoughby,
Ohio, 44094
USA
Tel + 1 866 667 2279
Email [e-mail]
NORBAR TORQUE TOOLS PTE LTD
194 Pandan Loop
#07-20 Pantech Business Hub
SINGAPORE 128383
Tel + 65 6841 1371
Email [e-mail]
NORBAR TORQUE TOOLS (SHANGHAI) LTD
91 Building- 7F, No. 1122, Qinzhou North Road,
Xuhui District, Shanghai
CHINA 201103
Tel + 86 21 6145 0368
Email [e-mail]
NORBAR TORQUE TOOLS INDIA PVT. LTD
Plot No A-168, Khairne Industrial Area,
Thane Belapur Road, Mahape,
Navi Mumbai –400 709
INDIA
Tel + 91 22 2778 8480
Email [e-mail]
www.norbar.com
© Norbar Torque Tools Ltd 2019

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CONTENTS
Introduction 2
Features and Functions 3
Before Use 3
Updates 3
Preparation 3
Assembly and Connections 4
Front Panel Connectors 5
Rear Panel Connectors 6
Operation 6
Power up 6
Select Task Screen 7
Measure Screen –Select ADC 8
Measure Screen 9
Mode Selection Screen 10
Units Selection Screen 11
Readings Screen 12
File Browser 13
Targets Select Screen 14
New Target 15
New Torque Target Screen 16
Graph Screen 18
Settings Screen 19
Units Screen 20
Serial Port 20
System Info 20
Software Update 20
Update Main Application 20
Update Analogue Board 20
Specification –General 21
Specification –Transducer Interface 23
Smart Transducers 23
Pin Connection 23
Connector Type 23
Specification –Ancillaries 24
Pin Connections 24
External Print / Reset Input 24
Limit Outputs 24
Tool Stop Output 24
Analogue Output 25
External Snug Trigger Input 25
Connector Type 25
Specification –Serial Port 26
Pin Connections 26
Data Output Example 26
Connector type 26
Connecting Lead 26
Specification –USB 26
Maintenance 27
T-Box™ 2 Calibration 27

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Transducer Calibration 27
Repair 27
Cleaning 27
Product Disposal 27
Battery Disposal 27
Troubleshooting 28
Example Setups 29
Example 1 –Click Wrench Torque Measurement 29
Example 2 –Copy Readings Folder to Memory Stick 31
Glossary of Terms 32
INTRODUCTION
The T-Box™ 2 is a highly accurate torque measuring instrument with an intuitive 10.1” colour touch screen
interface. Both hand and powered torque tools can be measured, calibrated or viewed in graph mode. The T-
Box™ 2 has common torque units, large measurement memory for storage of test results. T-Box™ 2
Part numbers covered by this manual
Parts Included
Part Number
Quantity
T-Box™ 2 Instrument with TDMS Software
43542
1
Power supply adapter
39979
1
USB Flash drive (Operator’s Manual / Software)
61908
1
Quick Reference Guide
34475
1
Hex Key (for stand)
24933
1
TBox™2 Carry Case
266160
1
DC Extension Cable, 1.5 M
39998
1
Serial Null Modem Lead 2 M
39264
1
Accessories Available
Part Number
T-Box XL™ to 10 way lead, for Norbar Rotary Transducers.
60216.200
T-Box XL™ to 6 way lead, for Norbar Static & Annular Transducers.
60217.200
T-Box XL™ to no connector (for non-Norbar transducers).
60223.200
Extensive range of torque transducers.
Contact Norbar
Serial Data Lead Kit.
60248
NOTE: The suffix after the lead part number indicates the length of the lead in cm, thus
XXXXX.200 = 2 metres. If Transducer leads are required of a non-standard length, the
new suffix must be added to the part number when ordering (to the nearest metre).

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FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
•10.1” Colour multi touch screen with clear icons for ease of use.
•Highly accurate ±0.05% of reading accuracy (±0.1% when below 5% of transducer capacity)
•Includes 6 modes for torque tool measurement: Track, Click, Dial & Electronic, Stall, Screwdriver and
Hydraulic
•Can export readings and graphs to CSV or JSON format allowing for 3rd party software integration
•2 Simultaneous transducer inputs
•Automatically recognises any ‘SMART’ Norbar transducer.
•5-digit resolution for all Norbar transducers.
•Continuous output of up to 100 readings per second via RS-232 or USB virtual serial devices
•Operational from external 12v battery or mains power supply adaptor.
•Multiple Targets to indicate status of Torque & Angle results. The Targets status is shown as
symbols and background colours on the display, as well as outputs on the ancillary’s connector and
serial port.
•Continuous Data logging of Torque or Torque & Angle results
•Selectable frequency response for each mode of operation.
•Ancillaries connector for each transducer with analogue output & GO/NO GO control for external
equipment.
•Serial Port for data output to a PC.
•120 GB results memory
•2 USB ports for data transfer. Can be used with Mouse, Keyboard.
•All Peak and 1st Peak modes can be configured for either Manual or Auto Reset.
•13 Torque units.
• Displays torque only, torque & angle
•Rear panel features 100 mm x 100 mm VESA mounting holes, allowing for easy wall mounting
BEFORE USE
Updates
For the latest version of the T-Box™ 2 software and the latest version of this manual please visit
https://www.norbar.com/Downloads/Software-Download/T-Box-2
Preparation
NOTE: If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.
WARNING: ALLOW THE T-BOX™ 2 TO EQUALISE TO THE AMBIENT
TEMPERATURE/HUMIDITY BEFORE SWITCHING ON. WIPE OFF ANY
MOISTURE BEFORE USE.

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Assembly and Connections
Assembly of the T-Box™ 2 onto the Stand

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Front Panel Connectors
WARNING: TO TURN ON AND OFF THE T-BOX™ 2 USE EITHER THE POWER
BUTTON ON THE FRONT PANEL OR THE POWER ICON IN THE T-BOX
SOFTWARE
Power Switch
2 x USB

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Rear Panel Connectors
OPERATION
Power up
To power up the T-Box™ 2, first make sure a Smart Transducer is connected, then connect the DC Power
connector to the back of the T-Box™ 2, and plug the other end into the mains supply. Finally press the power
button on the front panel. The T-Box™ 2 will take about 20 seconds to completely power up. Once completely
powered the display will show two Select Task Screen. This gives you the ability to work with two transducers
at a time or to have 2 different views of the same transducer. In terms of screens and operation they are both
identical.
If you need to turn off your T-Box™ 2 tap the power icon in the bottom left corner and then select ‘Shut Down’
WARNING: TO TURN ON AND OFF THE T-BOX™2 USE EITHER THE POWER
BUTTON ON THE FRONT PANEL OR THE POWER ICON IN THE TBOX
SOFTWARE
TIP: The touch screen allows you to easily navigate through the T-Box™ 2 screens. A quick
tap on an icon will take you to that screen and for some screen’s sliding your finger up
and down will scroll the items on the screen.
TIP: The Settings Icon is always in the top left corner and this will return you to the
Select Task Screen
If you need to turn off your T-Box™ 2 tap the power icon in the bottom left corner
and then select ‘Shut Down’
Port 2 ADC (Transducer)
Port 2 Ancillary
Power Connector
Port 1 ADC
(Transducer)
Port 1 Ancillary
RS232

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Select Task Screen
The Select Task Screen allows you to select one of the following sub screens
Measure Opens the Measure ADC Selection Screen and then the Measure Screen
Readings Opens the Readings Screen
File Browser Opens the File Browser
Targets Opens the Target Screen
Graph Opens the Graph Screen
Settings Opens the Settings Screen

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Measure Screen –Select ADC
Here you can select One of the two ADC (Transducer) inputs. Once selected you will be taken to the Measure
Screen. The screen below shows that only 1 transducer (100 N·m) is connected to ADC port 2.
To select a transducer just tap on it

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Measure Screen
The Measure Screen allows you to view live results and historic results from the transducer as well as
providing access to all the settings needed to setup up and take a measurement. For most users this will be
their main screen.
The image below shows all the key areas of the Measurement Screen
See Example 1 (Page 29) - Click Wrench Torque Measurement
Mode Opens the Mode Selection Screen (see Mode Selection Screen)
Target Opens the Target Select Screen(see Targets Select Screen)
Reset Resets the current reading
Zero Transducer Zeros the Transducer
Save Saves the reading
Read TD This will re-read the Transducer
Units This will open the Units Selection Screen (see Units Selection Screen)
Readings This is a historic list of readings
Delete Readings Deletes the selected reading
Delete All Deletes all readings
Sorting By tapping Time, Result, or Dir you can sort your results
TIP: To select a Result tap on it (Highlighted items have a white background)
To un-select an item tap on it again
Select Task Screen
Mode Selection
Re-Read Transducer
Reset Cycle
Angle Result
Torque Result
Readings
Selected Reading
Delete Results
Units Screen
Save Reading
Zero Transducer
Target Selection