norbar T-BOX 2 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
T-BOX™ 2
Part Number 34474 | Issue 3 | 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
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NORBAR TORQUE TOOLS INC
36400 Biltmore Place, Willoughby,
Ohio, 44094
USA
Tel + 1 866 667 2279
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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 2020

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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
Select AnB Screen 8
Measure Screen 9
Mode Selection Screen 11
Progressive Reset 13
Broadcast Capture Trigger 14
Units Selection Menu 15
Readings Screen 16
File Browser 17
Targets Screen 19
Target Settings 21
Target Editor 22
Linked Targets 23
Graphing Screen 24
Axis Configurator 25
Graphing Settings Menu 26
Settings Screen 27
Units Screen 28
Serial Port 28
System Info 28
Password 28
Software Update Procedures 29
Specification – General 30
Specification – Transducer Interface 31
Smart Transducers 31
Pin Connection 31
Connector Type 31
Specification – Ancillaries 32
Pin Connections 32
External Print / Reset Input 32
Limit Outputs 32
Tool Stop Output 32
Analogue Output 33
External Snug Trigger Input 33
Connector Type 33
Specification – Serial Port 34
Pin Connections 34
Data Output Example 34
Connector type 34
Connecting Lead 34

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Specification – USB 34
Maintenance 35
T-Box™ 2 Calibration 35
Transducer Calibration 35
Repair 35
Cleaning 35
Product Disposal 35
Battery Disposal 35
Troubleshooting 36
Example Setups 37
Example 1 – Click Wrench Torque Measurement 37
Example 2 – Copy Readings Folder to Memory Stick 38
Example 3 - Hydraulic Wrench calibration 39
Glossary of Terms 40
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
T-Box™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™ 2 to 10 way lead, for Norbar Rotary Transducers.
60216.200
T-Box™ 2 to 6 way lead, for Norbar Static & Annular Transducers.
60217.200
T-Box™ 2 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 a mouse and 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, connect the DC Power connector to the back of the T-Box™ 2, and plug the other
end into the mains supply. Wait a few seconds for the system to initialise; you may see the power button blink
on and off during this time.
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 screens. 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’
IMPORTANT: 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
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 AnB (Transducer)
Port 2 Ancillary
Power Connector
Port 1 AnB
(Transducer)
Port 1 Ancillary
RS232

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Select Task Screen
This is the “main menu” of the T-Box™ 2 user interface. The T-Box™ 2 UI is a multitasking interface,
comprising two separate windows which can each be assigned a task (such as managing targets, capturing a
graph, or measuring a transducer).
You are free to pick any task for any window, at any time. You may, for example, elect to keep a measurement
task open alongside a target manager task, such that you can quickly change targets while taking
measurements. Alternatively, you may wish to measure something to capture readings while graphing the
output simultaneously in the other window. Or, you may wish to measure from both transducer inputs at once
with a pair of measurement tasks open.
The Select Task Screen allows you to select one of the following tasks for each of the two task windows:
Measure Opens the AnB Selection Screen and then the Measure Screen
Readings Opens the Readings Screen
File Browser Opens the File Browser
Targets Opens the Target Screen
Graphing Opens the Graphing Screen
Settings Opens the Settings Screen

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Select AnB Screen
The T-Box™ 2 contains two inbuilt AnB (analogue board) modules, allowing for simultaneous reading of two
transducers.
The Select AnB menu is used to select one of the two AnB (transducer) ports for measurement, and is opened
when the user wishes to use the Measure Screen. Once selected you will be taken to the Measure Screen.
The example below shows a torque transducer (500 N·m) connected to AnB port 1, and a force transducer (50
N) attached to AnB port 2.
If you wish to measure from both transducers simultaneously, use the second window to open a second
Measure screen and select the other AnB for that screen.
To select a transducer just tap on it. If you remove or connect transducers, press REFRESH to update the
changes on the screen.

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Measure Screen
The Measure Screen allows you to view live results and historic results from the selected AnB port as well as
providing access to all the settings needed to set up and take a measurement. For most users this will be the
most useful screen.
The image below shows all the key areas of the Measurement Screen
See Example 1 (Page 37) - Click Wrench Torque Measurement
Mode Selection Shows the current mode. Tap to open the Mode Selection Screen (see Mode
Selection Screen)
Current Target Shows the current target. Tap to open the Target Select Screen (see Targets Select
Screen)
Reading Counter The total quantity of captured readings. If using a target with a defined number of
readings, it will show X of Y readings captured against the target.
Reset Counter If using a target with specified reading count, resets the X of Y reading counter
Reset Resets the current reading (if in manual reset mode). If in auto reset, this is disabled
and just reads “auto”
Zero Transducer Zeros the Transducer
Save Saves the reading (if in Track mode or in manual reset and a reading has been
captured). If auto-reset is enabled, it toggles auto-save instead.
Select Task Screen
Mode Selection
Current Transducer
(Tap to refresh)
Reset Cycle
Angle
Reading
(Tap to reset)
Torque Result
Readings
Selected Reading
Delete Results
Current Units
(Tap to change)
Save Reading
(track mode &
manual reset)
Toggle
reading save
(auto reset)
Zero Transducer
Current Target
(Tap to change)
Reading counter
Reset reading
counter