Single Channel Rotor Telemetry

PCB Load & Torque Division
Accumetrics, Inc.
Single Channel Rotor Telemetry
For Automotive, Aerospace & Defense, Wind Power Plant, Test Benches,
Brushless Motors & Generators, and Industrial Applications
If it rotates, we can instrument it
and provide real-time wireless data!
Applications
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Automotive driveshaft / halfshaft testing
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Torsional vibration testing
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Marine drive shafts
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Dynamometers
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Industrial drives- process monitoring
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Drivetrain testing and monitoring
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Turbo machinery
PCB Load & Torque and Accumetrics offer a simple, accurate method of
conditioning and transmitting strain, thermocouple, voltage, or ICP®
signals on rotating or moving machinery while operating in a completely
contactless mode. This configuration allows users to measure torque
without interrupting existing shaft systems to install in-line torque
transducers. Our comprehensive line of telemetry products includes
battery and induction powered products, (including mu-metal solutions)
to meet the most demanding applications in automotive, aerospace &
defense, wind power plant, test benches, brushless motors and
generators, and industrial applications.
As with all PCB® instrumentation, these telemetry systems are
complemented with toll-free applications assistance, 24-hour technical
service, and are backed by a no-risk policy that guarantees total customer
satisfaction or your money refunded.
ACCUMETRICS
A PCB GROUP COMPANY
Toll-Free in USA 866-684-7107
716-684-0001
www.pcb.com
518-393-2200
www.accumetrix.com
PCB Load & Torque Division
Battery Powered Solutions
Looking to measure torque in high-G environments or in small spaces? Our battery-powered digital telemetry systems feature a low
mounting profile and low power consumption. These systems use a small battery powered transmitter mounted with a heavy-duty aramid
fiber strap to directly measure, digitize, and transmit true torque data from rotating half-shafts, drive shafts and rotors of most sizes and
speeds. The system is also used for temperature, voltage, and acceleration sensing. The rotor transmitting coil is conveniently self-contained
within the blue housing.
AT-5000 EasyApp
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Easy application (strap to shaft in 3 minutes)
Small size – typically requires only 0.7 to 0.9 inch radial shaft clearance
Long operating life from internal battery – 150 hours for 1000 ohm
strain gage (50 hours for 350 ohm gage)
Channel A (4 mHz) and Channel B (6 mHz) transmitter options
A loop pick-up coil placed around the AT-5000 EasyApp retrieves
digital data for conversion to +/- 10 V analog (Pictured left)
Dual Powered Solutions
Need to take measurements in dynamic applications or small areas? Our mu-metal telemetry systems are compact in size and
lightweight, allowing for easy installations in areas where space is at a premium. Inductive power transmission to the rotor
electronics and return signal transmission to the stator are accomplished via a transmission band wrapped around the shaft and used
as an antenna. This minimizes alterations to the dynamic properties of the shaft. The flat antenna structure permits generous axial
and radial clearance. Alternatively, power can be derived from an on-shaft battery.
Models 8180 & 8179
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Compact size, lightweight
Factory configurable for strain, thermocouple, voltage, or ICP®
Adjustable output
User configurable for strain, thermocouple or voltage inputs (Series 8179)
Factory configurable for strain, thermocouple, voltage or ICP® (Series 8180)
Self-contained (8179)
Optimized for induction head mounting (8180)
A standard 8179/8180 mu-metal installation with gages
and the rotor electronics. (Pictured to left)
Products
Feature
AT-5000 EasyApp
Series 8179
AT-4500 EasyApp
AT-4400
Number of channels
Channel A & Channel B can be
used side by side (Same channel
1 channel
transmitters can be used with
>1 foot spacing)
Series 8180
1 channel
1 (Further units can be used
with >1 foot spacing)
1 (Further units can be used
with >1 foot spacing)
Power to transmitter
Battery
Battery/Induction
Battery/Induction
Induction
Induction
Sample rate (Sample/sec) 7812 or 11718
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26484
26484
Bandwidth (AC/DC Coupled) 1 kHz (optionally 5 kHz)
1 kHz
1 kHz
2 kHz (optionally 8 kHz)
2 kHz (optionally 8 kHz)
Resolution
12 bit
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16 bit
16 bit
Strain
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Temperature
Type K or external RTD module
Type K
Type K
RTD
RTD
Vibration
MEMS
ICP®
MEMS
MEMS
MEMS
Voltage
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Current
Yes (from shunt)
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Yes (from shunt)
Yes
Pressure
Yes
Yes (as long as strain gage
≥350 Ohm)
Yes (as long as strain gage
≥350 Ohm)
Yes
Yes
Typical mounting
EasyApp aramid fiber strap
Analog +/-10V with
adjustable gain and offset
Bonding adhesive
Analog +/-10V +/- 5
frequency +/- 5 kHz
Bonding adhesive
Analog +/-10V +/- 5
frequency +/- 5 kHz
EasyApp aramid fiber strap
Analog +/-10V 10 kHz +/- 5
frequency output optional
Clamp-on shaft collar
Analog +/-10V 10 kHz +/- 5
frequency output optional
Inputs
Outputs
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PCB Load & Torque Division
Toll-Free in USA 866-684-7107
716-684-0001
www.pcb.com
Accumetrics, Inc.
ACCU
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Induction Powered Solutions
Need to take highly precise torque measurements over a longer duration? We offer induction powered solutions ideal for
long duration applications where accuracy, resolution, low drift, and low noise levels are critical. The induction power eliminates the
need for batteries. Sensor data is directly measured and digitized on a rotating shaft then transmitted off-shaft using wireless
technology. The receiver outputs high bandwidth analog data. These systems are ideal for taking precise measurements for torque,
temperature (RTD), and electrical measurements on drive shafts of motor-generator field excitation.
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No rotation required for power
Analog voltage output (adjustable up to +/- 10 volts)
EMI resistant digital data transmission.
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PCB Load & Torque Division
Accumetrics, Inc.
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PCB Load & Torque Headquarters
Farmington Hills, MI
Accumetrics Headquarters
Schenectady, NY
PCB Load & Torque Division, is a manufacturer of high quality, precision load cells, torque transducers, and telemetry systems,
located in Farmington Hills, Michigan, USA. In addition to the quality products produced, the division offers many services including: A2LA
Accredited Calibration for torque, force, and related instrumentation; an A2LA Accredited Threaded Fastener Testing Laboratory; and complete
and reliable custom stain gaging. PCB Load & Torque products and services fulfill the test and measurement needs of numerous industries
including: Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Medical Rehabilitation, Material Testing, Textile, Process Control, Robotics & Automation, and
more. PCB’s RS Technologies product line includes test systems and threaded fastener torque/angle/tension systems ideal for use in the
Automotive, Aerospace & Defense, Power Generation industries, and for product assembly by manufacturers or processors of threaded fasteners
or other companies that use threaded fasteners to assemble their products. The expert team of Design, Engineering, Sales, and Customer Service
individuals draw upon vast in-house manufacturing resources to continually provide new, more beneficial sensing solutions. From ready-to-ship
stock products, to custom-made specials, PCB® proudly stands behind all products with services customers value most, including 24-hour
technical support, a global distribution network, and the industry's only commitment to Total Customer Satisfaction. For more information please
visit www.pcb.com.
Accumetrics, Inc., is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PCB Group, and was founded in 1991 with a single purpose– to become the
global technological leader in rotor telemetry. Since then the company has developed new approaches to acquiring data from rotating
structures based on aerospace digital techniques for applications worldwide in many areas including automotive, motor/ generator monitoring,
diverse industrial drive applications, turbine power systems, and aerospace. For more information, visit www.accumetrix.com.
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