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FLASH 25 & 36 User Manual

1. TP Comments Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 38 of 38 060 1000 0094 00D 12 2 3 6 3 Dynamic to Deflection Dynamic to deflection allows you to test deflection on suspension springs Belleville washers and switches and buttons that require downward pressure to operate This test procedure allows you to create a zero point for the test part This point can be a test return point or a point determined by a program command The upper platform then moves to a specified length or force Readings are taken at specified intervals as the platform moves to the target point Results are then displayed as force to deflection or rate to deflection 12 2 3 6 4 Dynamic Rate Averaging When the Test Graph Force vs Rate or Length vs Rate is shown the rate values can be averaged to show a smoother curve A value of 1 represents no averaging showing a rate between two adjunct digital points A value of 100 is maximum averaging Dynamic to Deflection and Dynamic Rate Averaging can be selected when you set your test preferences in the Automatic Mode Section 12 5 12 2 3 7 Customer Part Number For each test created a Customer name and Part Number can be entered to appear on the printed report Touch the text box to enter In addition when a stored program is retrieved the retrieved file name would be on the printed report and also appear on the display just below File If the test program has not yet been saved and a Part Number is entered the Par
2. Before creating a test point application sequence go to Prefs to view the default settings and make any necessary changes See Section 12 2 4 Touch Program to return The End Of Test box should be displayed and the Test Point value box should be at 1 1 Touch Select New Command in the End Of Test box The Test Command selection bar appears 2 Touch the desired Test Command A box appears titled with the command selected Ex Command Force Length 3 In the command box choose Incremental or Absolute measurement Choice is identified by a small green square The box includes a description of what the machine does with this command There may also be value boxes on the screen waiting for data to be entered 4 To enter required data touch the value box and a keypad will appear Touch the desired numbers When finished touch Enter 5 TP Comments may be entered that will appear on the printed report Touch the TP Comment dialog box at the bottom of the screen and an alphanumeric keypad appears Type in a comment by touching the letters on the keypad 6 When finished or if no data is required touch the right arrow button in the Test Point box to move to the next Test Point The End Of Test box appears 7 To add more Test Point commands repeat from step 1 8 When the last Test Point command has been entered and the End Of Test box is displayed the test application sequence is complete 9 Touch Check to check for test
3. for incremental S2 Set or receive the Fatigue type This command will have one character following it A for fatigue to Length or I for fatigue to Force SM Set or receive the miscellaneous data This command is used for certain tests and will have a number following it The Preset command uses it for the number of cycles The Rate command uses it as the nominal rate The Keyboard command uses it for the prompt The prompt shown on the screen must be programmed with an N in front of it i e NThis is the Prompt The Delay uses this as the delay time in seconds The Fatigue command uses it as the cycle count The Dynamic commands use this to list the Start and Stop interval condition SE Set or receive user specified data The user can specify up to 10 extra specifications such as Part Number and Customer Name They are transferred using the commands SE 002xx through SE 011 where xx is the specified text These command require the colon character after the SE characters SE 020x sets or receives the Part Counting option If x is a 0 zero the tester counts normally If x is 1 then the tester counts Serial Numbers and uses the Initial Serial Number option as the first test count SE 021x specifies the Initial Serial Number value Fx Set or receive the Archiving option If this command is present Archiving will be turned on for Fatigue or Dy
4. Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 5 12 5 4 12 Print Report Touch Print Report to generate a printed report if your tester has this feature However the Preview function may be used even if a printer is not connected See Section 12 2 3 9 12 5 4 13 Tested By Touch the dialog box below Tested By to enter the name of the person performing the tests using the on screen keyboard The name entered appears on the printed report and stored with the results file 12 5 4 14 Length Display The Length Display functions the same as in Manual Mode except that there is no Go To feature 12 5 4 15 Force Display The Force Display functions the same as in Manual Mode except that there is no Go To feature 12 5 4 16 Test Number By using the right or left arrows each individual test point and test result can be viewed unless viewing all test results statistics or individual chart Touch Clear Results to clear test results and leave the test specifications intact A message will appear to verify this action For detailed instructions on creating a test program and running it in Automatic Mode see Section 14 Examples of Test Programs 12 6 Quick Launch Password Protection Optional The Quick Launch feature is designed to give you quick access to a specific test This is handy when a test needs to be run on a part while you re testing other parts Quickly access Quick Launch select a test run the test view results and go back
5. Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 50 of 50 060 1000 0094 00D 12 5 Automatic Mode In Automatic Mode you may test several parts or springs in sequence using a predefined program select how the results are compiled view the results by data or graph set view preferences and print a report Available features vary by software package Quick Program Manual FLASH Quick Shut Test Mode Mode Setup Launch Down By Lot Statistics vs Individual Prefs C Flash Files Demo 001 Length ay 2 0000 in 50 E E Force Comp 20 020 lo EEES Test Point 1of 8 BESIG Run Line H Result in Tolerance L J Tested By Report o 12 5 1 Using a Predefined Program There are two basic ways to put a predefined test sequence in place to run from the Automatic Mode 1 Create a test point sequence in the Program Mode or capture a test point sequence using Quick Test Then enter the Automatic Mode The program created is now in place to run 2 Goto File gt Open and select the desired stored program from the directory Enter the Automatic Mode The program selected is now in place to be run The filename of the program selected appears in the top of the gray part of the display 12 5 2 Select How Results Are Compiled Select By Test or By Lot from the sub menu bar to choose how the results calculate e By Test calculates the results for each individual test e By Lot calculates the aver
6. Length for first deflection Force Length for second deflection Length Force for solid height Rate between test point 2 and 3 Ce ee This test can now be 1 Viewed and fine tuned in the Program Mode 2 Run repetitively and data viewed in the Automatic Mode 3 Saved for future use along with any test result data using File Under Quick Test there are three sub screen menus Program Actual Data and Prefs 12 3 1 Program Program Manual Automatic FLASH Quick Shut Mode Mode Mode Setup Launch Down Actual Data Prefs Length in Force lb Tolerance fect i Deflection e Tolerance Comp Y Abort Test The Program screen allows you to run the generic Quick Test or manually enter data for the 5 test points and then run a test To start a Quick Test touch the green Learn Test button in the lower right of the display During the first pass as each test point is reached its value is displayed in the corresponding value box Once the first compression is complete the upper platform returns to its starting point to begin the second pass When the second pass is complete the nominal test results are displayed and the platform returns to its start position You may fill in the Tolerances if desired by touching the corresponding value dialog box If part specifications are known using Learn Test may be bypassed and the test data entered manually by touching the corresponding value dial
7. Preview and the main screen to view actual changes Return to the menu where the test results were obtained and print the customized report Or save a variety of tests for particular needs Once testing is complete go to the Print Setup screen and touch Load Info to retrieve the desired printout and return to the testing menu and print 12 7 5 Supervisor Password Protected Password protection is intended for use by a supervisor or authorized person at the end user location An authorized person should receive the password for accessing these settings with the shipment of the tester from the factory Contact LSI if password access is needed Using the Supervisor menu an authorized person can control access to individual menus by setting passwords as desired For example this feature could be used to distinguish between someone who is authorized to change create and manage test programs and someone who would be authorized only to run the tests It can be set up for complex hierarchy levels or just a simple password to prevent use of one menu by an unauthorized person Password Setup Under the Setting Description column on the left are the Password setting descriptions Each Setting Value field to the right of each item is normally blank meaning no passwords have been set to restrict access To set a password just touch the Setting Value blank next to the item An on screen keypad will appear for numeric or alpha and numeric character
8. function is to show real time force The Go To button moves the platform to a target force that gives a resulting length value It also includes an indicator that shows if compression or extension testing has been selected and a button for unit selection 11 6 8 Instructions The Instructions at the bottom of the display give helpful directions on how to proceed or reflect the status of the tester 11 6 9 Abort Test When the upper platform is in automatic movement initiated by running a test or a Go To command the red on screen Abort Test button may be touched to halt the platform 11 6 10 Shut Down The red Shut Down button located at the upper right corner of the screen is used for the proper shutdown of the Windows 7 program each time the machine is turned off This procedure is described in Section 10 4 11 6 11 Re Initialize The Re Initialize button located below the File menu button is used to re set the tester to its Home Length Point without turning off the machine and starting it again See the end of Section 11 2 1 about this function ser Manua age 26 Of 29 060 1000 0094 00D 12 MAIN MENU APPLICATIONS Seven Main Menu Applications may be accessed from the Navigation Toolbar at the top of the display e File Clear all current specifications and result data open a file from storage to run a test or view results save a programmed test or rename a file e Quick Test Run a generic test on an unknown par
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10. MU Set or receive the current measuring units This command is four characters long The third character is for Length or Angle and are as follows I for inches or degrees M for millimeters or Revolutions The fourth character is for the Force or Torque and includes L for pound force or inch pound torque N for Newtons force or Newton millimeters torque G grams force or grams millimeters K kilograms force or kilograms millimeters O ounces force or inch ounces F foot pounds torque M Newton meters torque B kilogram meters torque C kilogram centimeters torque OR Set or receive the Platform Return After Test option This command is composed of three characters and a number The third character is the option s value 0 zero represents Return To Start Position 1 represents Stay At Last Point 2 represents Return to Specified Position The number following the third character represents the Return to Specified Position position A value of 100000000 represents Undefined or none specified Any another value represents a specific position A number should always be send even if it is the Undefined number OE Set or receive the option Return on Overload option This is a three character command The third character should be 0 zero for false which means the platform remains at the position that caused the overload or 1 for true which
11. Name choose a different Specification File change the Screen To Open information or add Print Setup specifications Touch a dialog box to make changes When changes have been entered touch Accept Changes to save Touch Remove to instantly delete a quick launch button Touch Cancel to go back to the previous screen The Clear buttons next to the dialog boxes will erase the data from the corresponding box Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 58 of 58 060 1000 0094 00D 12 6 3 Add Add a new button to the Launch view using this function Each button should include a Name Specification File and the Screen To Open when selected A Print Setup preference may be attached if desired Tap on a text box to enter data FLASH Quick Program Manual Automatic FLASH Test Mode Mode Mode Setup File Launch Configure Specification File _Clear Print Setup Optional _Clear Screen To Open 12 6 3 1 Name The Name appears on the blue file button under Quick Launch 12 6 3 2 Specification File The Specification File must already exist in the saved files Touch this text box and the File Load screen appears listing all saved files Select a filename icon from this directory to attach to a new Quick Launch button and continue 12 6 3 3 Print Setup Optional Attach a printing specification to the button being created If a printer has been configured to the Windows Operating System i
12. Some tests allow you to enter an optional tolerance value Tolerance is entered as a percentage from 0 01 to 99 99 or as a specific upper or lower limit USL or LSL However the tolerance is entered the other method is automatically calculated and filled when results are displayed For example if a tolerance percentage is entered the USL and LSL are automatically calculated The test point is conditional when you use a tolerance value to obtain test data A command may allow you to enter a value to specify the test point to be performed ata different speed than other test points The value entered represents the maximum speed the upper platform is allowed to reach during the test All platform motion starts at a slow speed and gradually increases to its maximum speed Depending on the distance from the platform to the test point target the maximum speed allowed by default or as specified may not always be reached If this option is left blank the default speed that allows a maximum movement of 180 inches per minute will be used 12 2 3 4 1 Force Length The upper platform moves to a specified length and the force will be the result Force at Length tests can be performed in Absolute or Incremental mode and require a length value Test speed nominal force and tolerance values are optional 12 2 3 4 2 Length Force The upper platform moves to a specified force and the length will be the result Length at Force tests can be perfor
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14. b If test point 1 is not a Dynamic test and test point 2 is a dynamic test the starting position for deflection measurements is the ending position of test point 1 The direction for positive measurements is the direction of travel for the dynamic test in test point 2 For example if Test Point 1 is Length at Force to 450 Ibs and Test Point 2 is Dynamic to Force to 1000 Ibs deflection measurements will start where 450 Ibs is found and the positive direction is the direction to get to 1000 Ibs If testing a compression spring positive direction is downward c If test point 1 is a Dynamic Test the starting position for deflection measurements will be the position of the platform before the test starts or the specified Measurement Start The direction for positive measurements is the direction of travel for the Dynamic test Quick Program Manual FLASH Quick Shut Test Mode Mode l Setup Launch Down Variation Production Graph Monitor By Lot Actual Data Statistics Test Graph Result Preferences View Results by Test view all results for one test n i Dynamic Rate 1 View Results by Test Point view Averaging 1 100 all results for one test point r Show Length Results as Displacement from Tp 1 v View Condition Description Part Counting View Condition Run Line By Test Number m By Serial Number Starting SN 1 r Automatically Save Result Data E 100000000 060 1000 0094 00D Nn O Nn WN
15. difference This difference is a visual reminder if you are using compression and extension testing or when more than one person uses the tester The convention can also be changed in the Program Mode as shown in the screen on the next page In addition you can change the setting in Prefs with a button under the Program Mode Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 25 of 25 060 1000 0094 00D 2 Use Button in Program Mode File Quick i ETAT Automatic FLASH Quick Shut Test Mode Mode Setup Launch Down New Check Sorting Prefs y Change Test Point Customer Part Number 1 ED a C Flash Files Production us1 Print Report Compression m Extension Select New Command This is the end of the test End Of Test TP Comments In the black box listing Compression and Extension touch the box to change test modes The tiny box in front of Compression and Extension will become green indicating the active convention The background screen color will also change Another way to change the testing convention is also in the Program Mode but from the Preferences Prefs menu Quick Manual Automatic FLASH Quick Shut l Test Mode Mode Setup Launch Down Check Program Sorting The Prefs screens that follow show the Compression and Extension settings This is the least likely path to use but if you set Preferences in programming this is a good place to verify the selection Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Pag
16. does not delete saved programs These features allow easy customization of the data measured during a test sequence and position the order of the commands as needed 12 2 4 Program Mode Preferences Prefs The Preferences sub screen initially displays the default settings for all testing applications These preferences may be changed as needed or set for a user s standard testing parameters and left alone Manual Automatic FLASH Quick Shut Mode Mode Setup Launch Down Program Sorting End Of Test Platform Return Stop Testing on Bad Result m Return to Start Point Return Point in Retum to Programmed Point ee Testing m Stay at Last Point top Test Platform Return on Overload Incremental Testing Results Incremental Testing Specifications Yield Stay in Place m Return to Start Point Incremental Results m Absolute Results Units M O d e Offset in Length Offset Force Offset Compression Print Report 12 2 4 1 Post Test Platform Return After a test is finished the upper platform may be set to Return to Start Point Return to Programmed Point or set to Stay at Last Point By default the platform will return to its starting point If Return to Programmed Point is selected touch the dialog box to enter a length value 12 2 4 2 Platform Return on Overload If an overload occurs during testing the upper platform may be set to Stay in Place at the point of overload or Return to Start Point By de
17. errors a message box will appear and identify the problem Touch OK to exit the message box The Test Point screen moves to the test point that contains the error Make the correction and check the sequence again The message box will indicate when the sequence is good and contains no errors Touch OK to clear the message box and continue 12 2 3 Program When Program Mode is selected the display defaults to the Program sub screen shown below The selections are highlighted in yellow This is where a test application sequence can be defined and programmed Manual Automatic FLASH Quick Mode Mode Setup Launch New Check i Sorting Prefs Test Point Customer Part Number 1 E i C Flash Files Production us1 Print Compression Report m Extension Select New Command This is the end of the test End Of Test TP Comments 12 2 3 1 Using the Test Point Box This screen always displays a gray box in its center that may be titled End of Test shown Command or show available command buttons Above this gray box and to the left is a smaller gray box titled Test Point Scroll through the available test points by touching the arrow keys lt 4 or gt The number of test points available for a sequence varies by the software package purchased see Section 2 for more information To go to a specific test point touch the value dialog box and use the displayed keypad to enter the desired test poin
18. fine tune measurements Unit of Measurement Selection The button just below Go To may read in or mm Touch this button to select inches or millimeters as the unit of measurement for length The current program or results displayed will automatically convert to the unit of measurement you choose The Zero Reset and Offset Buttons Zero sets the current length reading to zero without setting a length offset point Reset restores the zero point set when the Length Home Point was performed Offset program a length offset point to compensate for fixtures installed after the Length Home Point has been set A numeric keypad appears with a dialog box Touch the buttons on the keypad to enter the desired length offset value in the dialog box and touch Enter to set This shifts the zero length point Change Test Speed Above the dialog box in the Length display is a turtle icon before a percentage bar followed by a rabbit icon This speed percentage bar controls the platform speed Changing the percentage displayed adjusts the test speed Touch turtle a to decrease the platform speed or rabbit e to increase speed The speed set follows through to the Automatic Mode and vice versa until changed Set the Percentage of the Speed Change Increment The tester s speed percentage can be set to change to a user setting for the first test of a part i e when the Automatic Mode is entered and there are no results shown T
19. in the center of the lower platform The upper platform may need to be moved to accommodate by touching Manual Mode and touching the Jog Bar to raise the platform Touch Automatic Mode to return and place the part on the lower platform Close the safety shield before starting the test 4 Touch Zero on the Force display if not at zero before starting a test 5 Touch the green Start Test button located in the lower right of the display to begin the test The results will display in real time as the test is performed 6 Because of the tolerance value results will also show the condition of the part To see how repetitive testing works run more tests on a few of the same part by repeating from step 3 the Test Point number advances as each test is run After a few more tests have been run switch views in the submenu to see the different ways the results can be seen Refer to Section 13 5 3 1 for viewing details Making Changes to the Test Point Sequence 1 If the displayed results are not as expected and specifications need adjustment touch Program Mode You may have to Clear Results in Automatic Mode first 2 Use the arrows in the Test Point box to move to the test point being changed In this case the Length Force or Tolerance specifications may be adjusted for Test Point 1 3 Once satisfied with the changes touch File gt Save 4 Tocontinue testing touch Automatic Mode 5 In the Test Number box touch Clear Res
20. maximum test points Tp displayed on X axis 12 5 4 5 X Bar R Chart There are a number of preferences that may be set for this chart including e X Bar and Range on same chart Set axis limits manually Show X Double Bar line Show Range Mean line Show X Bar specification limit line Show 4 Sigma control lines for both X Bar and R Chart Set the Lot Size X and Y axis max min for both X Bar and R Chart 12 5 4 6 Histogram Specification limits Sigma limits Actual results Set the Lot Size 12 5 4 7 Start Test After the first part to be tested has been placed on the platform be sure to zero the force and close the safety shield or door Touch the green Start Test button located in the lower right of the display to begin a test Results will appear immediately If a test ends in an error such as door left open or overload it will be deleted automatically when Start Test is touched to begin the next test Parts can continue to be tested by touching Start Test The Test Point number will increase each time another test is run 12 5 4 8 Abort Test Touch the red Abort Test button to stop the movement of the platform during a test The platform will immediately stop The platform may have to be moved or reset to a starting position using the Jog Bar in Manual Mode so you can remove the part and continue testing The Abort Test button switches to Delete This Test after a test is run Note If the abort button on the tou
21. means the platform returns to the starting point when an overload occurs OB set or receive the Stop on First Bad option This is a three character command The third character should be a 0 zero for false which means the entire test sequence is completed or 1 for true which means the test will end prematurely if a test point tests bad OD Set or receive the Flap Open time This command should be followed by a number that represents the amount of time the sorting flaps are opened if the Flaps Open option is set to Timed The number should be expressed in seconds OF Set or receive the Default Sorting Flap This command is followed by a number that represents the default flap open if no sorting conditions are met when a sorting table has been defined OW Set or receive the End Of Test Signal Width A number following these characters represents the amount of time the End Of Test signal is given It should be given in seconds Ol Set or receive the Incremental Test Result Type option This command will be 3 characters long The third character will be 0 zero for incremental results or 1 for absolute results OS Set or receive the Sorting Table By itself this command signals the beginning of the sorting table When this command is given with a number following it it represents an entry in the sorting table Full condition statement is If condition Then Flap Each half of the statement is d
22. recommends annual calibration of the load cells on your tester If you prefer we offer on site calibration service by a trained calibration technician Call 763 780 2131 to schedule service at your facility 15 4 Service and Repair Contact LSI 763 780 2131 when calibration or repair service is needed for the tester The tester may be shipped back to LSI in its original packaging for calibration or repair If original packaging is not available Larson Systems can replace the container and ship it to the tester s location Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 77 of 77 060 1000 0094 00D Title Title to the described equipment shall remain in the seller until full actual payment therefore shall have been made In the event of a default the seller shall have the right to repossess the said equipment and whatever monies shall have been paid on account shall be deemed to have been rental for the use thereof to the date of such repossession The seller shall also have the right to hold the purchaser liable for a sum equivalent to the unpaid balance of the purchase price together with all expenses and damages that the seller may have sustained the purchaser to receive credit however for the net monies realized on the sale of the equipment At the election of the seller the seller may deem title to have passed to the purchaser in which event the seller need not repossess the equipment but may sue at law for the balance unpaid thereon Warrant
23. speed defaults to 15 inches per minute when measuring Peak Force and can be changed 12 2 3 4 6 Rate The rate is calculated between two test points Rate is defined as the difference between two test points divided by the distance between Two test points are required in the sequence before Rate is selected These two test points are required data the Rate is calculated based on the correct test points Nominal rate and tolerance values are optional Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 36 of 36 12 2 3 4 7 Cancel Cancel reverses the screen displayed to its previous setting 12 2 3 4 8 Pause The test sequence stops until manually resumed by the operator To use this command touch Pause then touch the right arrow to move to the next test point then touch Select New Command to choose the next command that will be performed when the test is resumed When a Pause test point is reached during a test sequence testing stops The Resume button is now active Touch Resume when ready to continue testing 12 2 3 4 9 Delay The test sequence stops for a specified amount of time and then resumes testing automatically when the specified time expires To use this command touch Delay and enter the amount of time delay desired Be sure this command is placed correctly in the test command sequence Touch the right arrow to move to the next test point then touch Select New Command to choose the next command at which testing will resume 1
24. to testing No need to set up or program a test There are three sub screens under Quick Launch e Launch select and run a customized test sequence from here e Configure edit or delete a launch button e Add define and add a new program button to the launch screen 12 6 1 Launch Select any blue Quick Launch button from the gray section of this screen See 12 6 3 Add for instructions to set up Quick Launch buttons The Quick Launch screen shown below has four buttons set up labeled by name part number or other description The screen can accommodate about 50 buttons When a blue Quick Launch button is selected the tester will go to the specified screen to open when the button was created and added to the display You will be able to run the test immediately Quick Program Manual Automatic FLASH Test Mode Mode Mode Setup Configure Add Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 57 of 57 060 1000 0094 00D 12 6 2 Configure Touch Configure to edit or delete an existing button Select the Quick Launch button from the directory The following screen appears FLASH Quick Program ETE Automatic FLASH Test Mode Mode Mode Setup File Launch Add Name Mike _Clear Specification File CAUTINDEMO USt OO _Clear Print Setup Optional Po _Clear Screen To Open Actual Data OO _Clear Display Screens Actual Data Statistics ret Actual Data Statistics X Bar Cha You may edit the
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26. 0 8000 0 9000 1 0000 1 1000 1 2000 12 3 3 5 Length Limit During the Quick Test the part is compressed to a specific force or a specific length When the test compresses to a force this setting is used to determine the force limit If testing to a length this length must be set to a point just above the damage point for the part If the part is not compressed to solid this length is used as the Solid Height 12 3 3 6 Force Limit During the Quick Test the part is compressed to either a specific force or a specific length When the test compresses to a force then this setting is used to determine what force to compress to If you test to a force this force must be set large enough to compress the part to solid but low enough to not damage the part being tested 12 3 3 7 Test to this limit This setting specifies whether force or length limits are used when performing the first pass of the Quick Test 12 4 File Password Protection Optional Touch File to save tests and results retrieve tests and results or clear the current test and results This screen is similar to the Program Mode gt Program screen However no specifications may be changed Touch lt 4 or gt gt to review a test sequence The submenus for the File menu are New Open Save and Save As pes leal JE Quick Program Manual Automatic FLASH Quick Shut Test Mode Mode Mode Setup Launch Down Part Number Print Compression Report m Extens
27. 2 2 3 4 10 End Test This command specifies the end of the test When a test is in progress the first instance of this command will end the test even if there are valid commands after the End Of Test command 12 2 3 5 Fatigue Optional Feature This feature is a separately purchased item If not purchased Fatigue is not an available Test Command selection Fatigue testing requires a nominal force or length value entered as the target position When this command is selected choose Incremental or Absolute testing then specify Fatigue to Length or Fatigue to Force for the test Enter the nominal force or length value as applicable and the number of cycle counts desired the maximum number of cycles allowed is 10 million Command Fatigue m Archive Data Select New Incremental Do Not Archive Command Absolute Archive Interval Fatigue to Length m Fatigue to Force The upper platform will move to the specified length then return to the starting fi position This cycle will be repeated the specified number of counts If the force at the specified length is out of the specified tolerance the cycling is stoped 10 000 000 cycles maximum The fatigue test can be programmed to stop in the event of part fatigue or breakage By entering a nominal force or length and a tolerance value the part is checked when the platform stops at the target position If the part does not test within the specified tolerance the Fatigue te
28. 50 000 Ib 2 lb 20 Ib 22 679 kg 1kg 10 kg 222 411 N 10 N 100 N Accuracy Resolution x 2 Length Specifications Standard Resolution 0 0005 in 0 001 in 0 01 mm 0 02 mm 2 FLASH SOFTWARE PACKAGES The Basic software package is standard on a FLASH tester The Extra Pro Spring Pro Material and Pro Ultimate are optional software packages A FLASH tester is programmed with one of these software packages as specified at purchase The Fatigue Testing software package is also optional but may be purchased in addition to the first four software packages listed and is included with the Pro Ultimate software package The features of each software package are described in this section 2 1 1 Basic Single Load Cell Operation Limited to 1 or 2 point Testing Absolute Programming Only Two Test Point Commands Length Force Force Length On screen Production Monitoring Feature Option to Password Protect Individual Menus No Graphic or Statistical Displays No Printing Functionality No Program Saving or Retrieving 2 1 2 Extra 2 FLASH Basic Software Features Dual Interchangeable Load Cell Operation Absolute and Incremental Programming Up to 10 point Testing Additional Test Point Commands Preset Free Length Initial Tension and Rate Report Printing Capability Save Program and Retrieval Feature No Graphic or Statistical Results Displays 1 3 Pro Spring FLASH Extra Software Features Full Range Interchang
29. E Twist the E stop button clockwise to release it if it is engaged Push and hold the blue Power Button on the FLASH Control head for 5 seconds The touch screen on the FLASH head and on the Loader operations control screen will light up and go to the Manual mode of operation Startup time for the FLASH control sequence is approximately 2 minutes 30 seconds The loader door and the thru rod assembly will rise to their uppermost positions Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 20 of 20 060 1000 0094 00D 11 5 2 HOME Initialize loader Remove any parts that may be sitting on the loader platform and make sure the tester s upper platform is high enough to allow the loader platform to move into the tester Use the jog switch on the FLASH control screen to manually move the tester platform to a higher location if necessary To home initialize the loader push the dark gray Home button on the loader control touch screen The Loader touch screen control is mounted just below the Flash Control touch screen The loader will move into the tester and lower the platform onto the load cell 11 5 3 HOME Initialize the tester The right hand window on the FLASH control screen will say Home Tester If the tester platforms are more than 2 inches apart use the jog button to move the upper platform down to about 2 inches This will save time as the move will be a slow one Touch the HOME button The platforms will slowly come together Thi
30. FLASH head will display alternating windows as the two software programs communicate with each other See Section 10 6 regarding this feature Normal startup time is approximately 2 minutes 30 seconds 3 When the automatic logon feature is turned off a dialog box appears with FLASH User in the first box and a blank box for password entry below Touch the dialog box to access the on screen keyboard To type the password press the letters on the keyboard touch Enter when finished and then touch OK The password is managed by Supervisor access 4 The FLASH testing software will load The screen shown below appears next The display defaults to the Manual Mode highlighted in yellow in compression testing indicated in the force display 11 4 2 The proper procedure for turning off the tester is extremely important 1 Touch the red Shut Down button located in the upper right of the display when you re ready to turn of the machine A pop up window will ask you to verify shutdown Select Yes 2 Windows will close and a prompt will appear when it is safe to turn off your computer Push the red Emergency Stop button to turn power completely off Both steps must be followed for normal operating shut down 11 5 Tester Startup with Autoloader Operation Operating the Autoloader is as easy as pushing a few a E As buttons on the loader touch screen interface LARSON SYSTEMS INC Po oe s Y 3 11 5 1 Power up the tester n9
31. Force 12 3 3 1 Percent of Maximum Force that defines Free Length This determines the free length used to find the deflection lengths for the first and second deflection from Free Length test points 2 and 3 in final test point 5 12 3 3 2 Percent Deflection for First Point Determines the first deflection length between free length and solid height This is the longest length that is closest to free length 12 3 3 3 Percent Deflection for Second Point Determines the second deflection length between free length and solid height This is the shorter length that is closest to solid height 12 3 3 4 Percent of Rate Increase that defines Solid Height Determine the amount of force needed to compress the part to solid While a part is compressed the rate is constant as seen in the picture below Once the part is compressed solid the force increases exponentially During the processing of the data from the first pass an approximation is made of the two testing points in order to determine the rate of the part To find the force needed for solid Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 46 of 46 060 1000 0094 00D height the rate is examined between the first point and the rest of the curve When this rate increased by a set amount the solid height is determined This setting determines how much of an increase in rate is needed to calculate solid height Rate Increase Due to Solid Height 0 6000 0 7000
32. Larson Systems Inc DE 060 1000 0094 00D FLASH 25 amp 36 Automatic Testers With Optional Automatic Spring Loader Current for Software Version 2 64 DAQ Board Firmware Version 2 62 Larson Systems Inc Phone 763 780 2131 10073 Baltimore Street N E Toll Free 1 877 780 2131 Minneapolis MN 55449 4425 Fax 763 780 2182 www larsonsystems com E mail info larsonsystems com About This Manual This manual could contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors Changes are periodically made to the information contained herein These changes will be incorporated in new editions of the manual Copyright O 2012 Larson Systems Inc All rights reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced by any means without written permission of the author except portions necessary for internal use only by the purchaser of the LSI system Table Of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION dado 6 1 Standard Features ci a catas 6 1 2 The ELASH Family of TESterS oi A A a aaa 7 tar ELASTA reao a e a a A N N ce alles a TA 7 1 2 2 Force and Length Specifications FLASH 25 oonnnccccnnnncccccnnnonnnnnconnnonccononnnn cnn naar nn narran nn n cnn ran rn cnn rnnr nn 8 W253 A A OT 9 1 24 Force and Length Specifications FLASH 36 ooooncccconnccccccononcncnncnnnnoncnnnonnnncnnonnn nn cnr ran nn nc rara nnnccnrnnnnnno 10 2 FLASH SOFTWARE PACKAGES ui ria 11 A A NN 11 A a a a r S E e E E N hevsiee be A E cided 11 A RN 11 2A Pro Material A
33. Output 19 Flap 16 Output 1 7 Remote Abort Active High to User 20 Flap 32 Output 2 Ground 8 Not Connected 21 Flap 64 Output 3 9 Door Interlock Input or Output Active 22 Flap 128 Output 4 Low to User Ground 10 Upper Travel Interlock Input or Output 23 User Supplied Voltage Active Low to User Ground 11 I O Input 1 Active High to User Ground 24 User Supplied Ground 12 I O Input 2 Active High to User Ground 25 Remote Shutdown Active High to User Ground 13 I O Input 3 Active High to User Ground 13 6 RS 232 This is female DB 9 connector It is pinned as a DCE This means it can be connected to a computer using a standard DB 9 straight through cable The RS 232 port can be used in one of two ways The first is strictly as a data source to a data collector The second uses the following bi directional communication protocol This protocol allows an end user to program a test run the test and receive data using only the RS 232 port This section will describe how to use both methods The communication protocol used is 9600 baud 8 data bits 2 stop bits no parity and hardware flow control 13 6 1 As a Data Source When the tester is connected to a computer and after a test is completed the tester will test the RS 232 port to see if it is connected to a computer If a connection is sensed the tester will check to see if the connected device uses the bi directional communicatio
34. Position SL Set or receive the Specified Length This command will have a number following it Typically it will be a number that represents a position For the Keypad entry there will be a C followed by a number that represents the nominal value For Signal l O it represents the amount of time the signal is on For Rate it is the first test point use to calculate the rate SF Set or receives the Specified Length This command will have a number following it Typically it will be a number that represents a force For Keypad entry there will be an O letter ohh followed by a string that represents the units of the measurements blank if none For Dynamic to Length and Dynamic to Time the number will represent the measurement Interval Type 0 zero for Force 1 for Length and 2 for type For I O signal the number will represent the I O signal pair to use 1 2 or 3 ST Set or receive the Specified Tolerance This command will be followed by a number The number represents the tolerance around the Nominal result value to be a satisfactory part This value is expressed as a percentage SS Set or receive the Specified Speed This command will have a number following it Typically it will be a number that represents a speed in in min or mm min SI Set or receive the measuring method absolute or incremental This command will have one character following it A for absolute or I
35. Press the Start Cycle button on the Loader Control Touch Screen or the Blue button on right end of the extended loader platform frame DIAN The door will close and the thru rod assembly will come down into the spring center if it has been turned on The test will be performed When complete the thru rod will retract the door will open and the part will move out to the loader platform 11 5 4 2 Successive tests Remove the tested spring from the platform and load the next spring onto the loader Touch the Start Cycle button and the test cycle will repeat Remove the spring 11 5 4 3 Saving your data When you are finished testing go to the File screen Touch the Save button This will save the test specification and the results file The file will have the same file number as the spec file and a numerical extension such as 001 The files are in comma separated value format which can be easily imported to a spreadsheet 11 6 The Main Display Manual Mode The FLASH screen pictured in 11 5 1 is the first display that appears after starting the tester The tester is in Manual Mode for compression testing but not yet ready to perform basic force and length testing At startup the dialog box in the Length display reads Home Tester A button below it is labeled the same Initializing the tester or setting it to its home or zero point is the first thing you should do to clear the Home Tester prompt from the display Thi
36. SL The LSL display should read 14 04 and the USL display should read 17 16 These values were automatically calculated from the Nominal and Tolerance values entered Test point 2 last test point should read End Of Test 9 A Customer and or a Part Number may be entered with this program if desired by tapping the respective text boxes It will show on the printed report Entering this information is not required SAME SS Save the Test Point Sequence 1 Touch File on the Navigation Toolbar 2 Touch Save on the sub menu just below the Navigation Toolbar The Save Test As screen opens if a particular test sequence has not been saved before If a Part Number was entered in the Program Mode it defaults as the program s filename otherwise the New File Name text box will be empty 3 To enter a New File Name tap the corresponding text box and an on screen keyboard appears Type in the desired filename for the program and touch Enter 4 Touch Save located in the lower right area of the display to save the test specifications under the filename entered Run the Test Point Sequence 1 Touch Automatic Mode on the Navigation Toolbar Retrieve the program under File gt Open and select if running the test at a later time 2 Choose to calculate results By Test or By Lot The results will display as Actual Data by default unless otherwise specified using another selection from the sub menu 3 Place the part to be tested
37. Select New Command to add the next test point command to the test sequence Repeat this process until the test sequence desired is complete For the last test point choose End Test Command Force Length Select New El Command Absolute The upper platform will move to the specified length The force will then be read 12 2 3 3 Absolute or Incremental Testing Certain commands can be performed in Absolute or Incremental mode In Absolute mode the forces and lengths both specifications and results reference a fixed zero point In Incremental mode the forces lengths and results are given as deflection amounts An option that specifies that the results of incremental testing be given as absolute measurements is available and is covered in section 11 2 4 4 12 2 3 4 Test Commands The subsections that follow describe each possible command for the FLASH Numerical data must be entered for many of the commands before moving to the next test point However some commands may not require any values but will allow you to enter optional data if desired Text boxes that require data are labeled and highlighted Optional text boxes for data are labeled but not highlighted Enter data by touching a text box to activate an on screen Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 34 of 34 060 1000 0094 00D keypad Results from entering a nominal value calculate a percentage representing the distance of the measurement taken from that nominal value
38. This is truly a full featured tester From basic test sequence functionality to the most complex programs may be customized and used for numerous applications Features vary by model and the level of software purchased While this manual includes basic step by step procedures the FLASH tester can be used for very complex testing applications depending on the features included with the software package purchased Larson Systems also offers onsite training For additional product information that may not appear in this manual such as force and length specifications pricing on other products and upgrades available see the LSI website at www larsonsystems com or call 763 780 2131 1 1 Standard Features The following features are standard on all FLASH Series testers Compression and extension testing of force and length Touch screen controls Windows 7 operating system FLASH Basic software package see Section 2 for details 20 bit internal force resolution Automated or manual testing Full enclosure safety shield Mechanical force overload stops Software length and force limits Emergency stop button English or metric unit selection Digital calibration NIST traceable calibration 1 2 The FLASH Family of Testers LSI makes several testers that use FLASH software This manual covers only the FLASH 25 and FLASH 36 1 2 1 FLASH 25 The FLASH 25 was originally developed to test large springs and Disc Bellevilles or Belleville Washe
39. age result for a group of parts tested The default selection is By Test Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 51 of 51 060 1000 0094 00D 12 5 3 Viewing Results This section describes the content of the various views available for the method of calculation Preferences may be set for each individual view format In section 12 5 4 the Preferences relevant to each view are described 12 5 3 1 By Test or By Lot 12 5 3 1 1 Actual Data This view consists of a table grid that lists each test point of a sequence and may show columns for actual numerical results tolerances and conditional results when applicable Results are an average when Actual Data is calculated By Lot The Actual Data grid can be viewed in either of two ways 1 By Test Point Tp showing all of the test results for a single point or 2 By Test showing all of the test point results for a specific test The desired view can be set in Preferences Prefs or switched by tapping the title at the top of the left column labeled Tp or Test The conditional results can also be viewed two ways 1 By Condition showing Bad High Satisfactory or Bad Low statements or 2 By a Run Line reflecting where the results fall in relation to the specified limits The desired view can be set in Preferences Prefs or switched by tapping the title at the top of the right column labeled Condition or Run Line 12 5 3 1 2 Statistics This view sh
40. ch screen interface 11 1 Basic Installation The power input needs to be three phase 240 Volt 30 amp AC The tester is cabled with four blade NEMA style L 14 30 plug or L IS 20 for three phase models The top plate of the tester has threaded holes near the corners for eye bolts that can be used to lift the unit This works well for removing it from the skid and installing the feet Once the unit is unbolted from the skid set it in place and adjust the threaded feet to level the unit 11 2 Installing the Optional Thru rod Assembly Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Optional thru rod assemblies are 1 1 25 1 5 3 variable or 3 6 variable To make installation easier the largest plate has been pre attached to the bottom of the moveable upper platform to act as a guide for the rod or assembly When using the smaller adjustable 1 25 and 1 rods a smaller 6 platform mounts to the larger plate making changing thru rod assemblies more manageable All assemblies retract via a pneumatic actuator mounted atop the tester The picture at left shows the linear actuator in the upper lift position This unit is mounted to the top of the tester Sensors on the side of the actuator adjust travel length You will see a bolt pattern on the top plate to the right side of the center hole as you face the front of the tester The bolts in the bottom of the actuator fit the threaded holes Depending upon the size of the thru rod
41. ch screen is pushed no re initialization is required If the E stop button below the touch screen is used you must re initialize the tester 12 5 49 Resume When a test point sequence contains Pause as a test point command the tester will automatically pause when that test point is reached Touch Resume to continue the test The Resume button is only available for use when a Pause command is run Delete This Test 12 5 4 10 Delete This Test Once a test has been run the Abort Test button will change to Delete This Test You may touch Delete This Test to delete or touch Start Test to continue testing Once the next test is started the previous test run is fixed and reported Only the last test run may be deleted Vianua 12 5 4 11 Show Length Results as Displacement from Tp 1 This is a preference when you use a dynamic test command under the Automatic mode that allows the tester to display length data as deflection amounts based on the tests performed in test points 1 and 2 a If test point 1 and test point 2 are not dynamic tests the starting position for deflection measurements is the ending position of Test Point 1 The direction for positive measurements will be the direction from test point 1 to test point 2 For Example if Test Point 1 is Force at Length to 2 and Test Point 2 is Force at Length to 1 then deflection measurements will be measured from 2 and will be positive with the upper platform moving down
42. e 26 of 26 060 1000 0094 00D 3 Use Prefs Screen in se Program Mode End Of Test Platform Return Stop Testing on Bad Result m Return to Start Point Return Point in Return to Programmed Point m Stay at Last Point Platform Return on Overload Incremental Testing Results Incremental Testing Specifications Yield Incremental Results m Absolute Results Continue Testing Stop Test Stay in Place m Return to Start Point Units Offset Shut Down End Of Test Platform Return Stop Testing on Bad Result Print m Return to Start Point Return Point in Carnie Tacs Report Retum to Programmed Point me T aang m Stay at Last Point a li Platform Return on Overload Incremental Testing Results Incremental Testing Specifications Yield Stay in Place m Return to Start Point Incremental Results m Absolute Results Units Offset Mode Length Offset Force Offset Extension Print Report The tester will stay in the mode convention you select until changed back or the machine is turned off This means you can navigate anywhere in the program and still be in the selected test mode as indicated on each screen 11 6 3 Navigation Toolbar The FLASH software has up to seven Main Menu Applications accessible from the Navigation Toolbar at the top of every screen File Quick Test Program Mode Manual Mode Automatic Mode FLASH Setup and Quick Launch Not all software packages include all application feature
43. eable Load Cell Operation Up to 99 point Testing Graphic and Statistical Results Displays Length and Force Offsets Quick Test Menu Application Quick Launch Menu Application 2 1 4 Pro Material FLASH Pro Spring Software Features Additional Test Point Commands Peak Force Pause Delay Dynamic to Force Dynamic to Length and Dynamic to Time 2 1 5 Fatigue Testing This feature tests the endurance of a part and monitors force performance for the entire test Other features of the Fatigue testing option include Preset Cycles up to 10 000 000 Archive Data During Cycling at Preset Intervals to a File Viewable via Intranet Program Testing to Stop at Fatigue or Breakage Point 2 1 6 Pro Ultimate This FLASH software package is the highest end full feature package available from LSI for automated parts testing e FLASH Pro Spring Software Features FLASH Pro Material Software Features Additional Test Point Command Fatigue Fatigue Testing Software Package Dynamic Testing option real time test by force length Test Preference to absolute length or deflection from a point 2 1 7 Password Protection Various levels of password protection are embedded in the FLASH software Some are factory settings and can be changed only by LSI Others however allow you to set access levels at your facility See Section 12 7 1 3 SMART LOAD CELLS All FLASH models can be purchased with interchangeable load cell capacity This requires a minim
44. ecommended for safety Follow all instructions and warnings associated with the use of the FLASH tester 10 2 Autoloader The Autoloader has a 500 Ib capacity but it should not be used as a step to reach the upper parts of the tester The tambour cover is designed as a safety guard only and will collapse if stepped on Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 15 of 15 060 1000 0094 00D 10 3 The Safety Shield Enclosure AX p ANINA fe ga WAR calada dle IABAARARARARARA We eel AAAAA s TOOTE EO OWE PAR AARAAS FA pa 1 5 9900000 i PLL XK VV A Oe Each FLASH Tester is equipped with a fully enclosed testing area with safety interlock This safety shield may be designed as a door or cover on the tester to protect the operator from injury if parts should fly out from the testing area as load is applied DO NOT TAMPER WITH REMOVE OR MODIFY THE SAFETY SHIELD or the tester s warranty shall be void 10 4 Normal Shutdown Procedure 1 To power down under normal operating conditions you must exit Windows properly 2 Touch the red Shut Down button in the upper right of the FLASH display screen A prompt will appear to verify shutdown 3 Touch Yes to continue You will see a message Windows is shutting down 10 5 Abort Test and Emergency Stop The red Abort Test button located in the lower right of the FLASH screen display is the first means of stopping platform movement in an emergency situation It i
45. ection 10 before starting e Instruction for basic operation begins at Section 11 Machine Setup Familiarity with this section will instill proper use of the interactive touch screen and make the more complex screens that follow easy to learn e Any instruction in brackets and bold type refers to a button on the screen e Main menu applications are described in section 5 starting with the easiest e Section 14 Examples of Test Programs leads you through programming saving a program running a test and viewing results Items taught in separate sections are put together in a usable sequence for practical application e Know the specifics about the configuration of the FLASH software purchased with your tester as some sections of this manual may not apply Note the model of tester and level of software you purchased to determine the type of configuration you have 10 SAFETY AND USE GUIDELINES 10 1 Important Considerations Compressed springs have stored potential energy proportional to the spring constant Use care and release this energy in a controlled manner to avoid injury Do not apply a force greater than the tester can handle Be sure the operating area is clean and dry All parts to be tested should be free of oil and contaminants Keep the tester from contact with liquid Keep this User Manual available for quick reference The protective enclosure should be kept closed during testing Use of protective eyewear is r
46. efined by using sets of two commands Condition statements are given as two commands OSx followed by OSy where x is a number that represents a test point to check and y is a number that represents the condition to apply The conditions are 1 Satisfactory 2 Bad Low 2 3 4 5 6 B Not Satisfactory Not Bad Low Not Bad High pn For example an OS1 followed by OS2 represents If Test Point 1 is Bad Low Multiple conditions can be ANDed together by giving multiple sets of OSx and OSy commands The Then Flap is stored in the table as two commands an OSO zero followed by an OSx where x is a number that represents a Flap Individual flaps are given as 1 2 4 8 16 or 32 If a situation arises multiple flaps can be given at one time by adding together the numbers For example a 21 represents flaps 1 4 and 16 together The command CC should be given at the end of the table TP Set or receive the current test point This command should be followed by a number between 1 and 100 SC Set or receive the current test point command The following are the current test point commands L for Length Force F for Force Length P for Preset E for Free length K for Peak Force R for Rate A for Pause D for Delay for Initial Tension B for Keypad Entry J for End Z for Fatigue 2 for Dynamic To Length 3 for Dynamic To Force 4 for Dynamic To Tome 5 for Signal I O 6 for
47. et in the user settings of the Flash Setup Reposition the platform as needed using the Jog Bar The Length display now looks as shown below Length AM AAA ay 45000 MB If the tester is going to be used for compression testing only it is not necessary to set the length home point for extension proceed to section 11 5 1 3 However if the tester will be used only for extension testing the Length Home Point for Compression testing must be set before testing can be done The Home Tester button is now Zero Quick Program Automatic FLASH Quick Shut al Test Mode Mode Setup Launch Down Re Initialize Length III 1111 om AA E i Home AA AA Reset Force Exten E gt Instructions xtension Homing Clear parts from platforms attach xtension hooks and interlock maually Press Home Ab rt T t ester to set Zero Point upper platform moves up and O es pplies a nominal force against the interlocked hooks he Length display will zero gt D T 1 Use Force Display in Manual Mode Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 23 of 23 060 1000 0094 00D 11 6 1 2 Set Length Home Point for Extension When you set the Length Home Point for extension change the compression setting to extension Touch the Comp indicator in the Force display See Section 10 4 2 about changing Compression and Extension testing The dialog box in the Length display will read Extension Init as shown above Make sure the
48. ews Give these parts one pump of grease every three months Remove the bottom panel of the tester There are four zerks at the bottom of the of the ball screws Apply one pump of grease to each once every three months Just above the upper load platform are four zerks on the ball nuts Give each of them a shot of grease once every three months Wipe the linear rail bearings with a clean oiled rag The rail bay also has a zerk give it some grease once every three months Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 75 of 75 060 1000 0094 00D 5 The loader mechanism has six zerks a Run the loader into the tester Open the access door to the left of the control panel You can now access two zerks b Remove the two cap screws on each side of the platform end of the roll top guard Roll the guard back to access four zerks Add grease one shot every three months Run a clean oiled rag along the track inside the loader mechanism J ae Zerk Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 76 of 76 060 1000 0094 00D 15 2 Touch Screen Interface 4 FLASHIS The display screens may become soiled with dirt or fingerprints and need to be cleaned Use a soft cloth slightly damp with water and mild soap to gently wipe away any smudges Do not spray any liquid on the display that could seep inside the FLASH tester ALWAYS USE MILD SOAP Any type of harsh cleansing agent may cause irreparable damage to the screen 15 3 Annual Calibration LSI
49. f results within the group data The two may be viewed individually or on the same chart If viewing individually use Show Range and Show X Bar to switch views Touch Prefs when viewing this chart to change settings 12 5 3 3 2 Histograms This graph shows how the data groups together and how the normal line would appear Fora symmetrical group of data the normal line would look like a bell curve The histogram limits will be the specification limits the sigma limits or actual results The histogram is divided into 10 sections over the limits 12 5 4 Automatic Mode Preferences Prefs When using the Automatic Mode and By Test or By Lot has been selected highlighted in yellow a results view may be selected as described in the previous section At any of the combinations of By Test By Lot with a result view a different preference screen can be accessed that is specific to the view that is highlighted by touching Prefs This section describes the variables that may be set for each 12 5 4 1 Actual Data e View by Tp or by Test e View conditional results by Condition or Run Line e Set the Lot Size if applicable 12 5 4 2 Statistics e Set the Lot Size if applicable 12 5 4 3 Fvs L e Set axis limits manually e Show specification limits e X and Y axis max min force and length 12 5 4 4 Individual Set axis limits manually Show specification limits Show the mean line Show the 4 Sigma control lines Minimum
50. fault the upper platform will Stay in Place at the point of overload Staying in place may be helpful to determine why the overload occurred Depending on the application run setting to Return to Start Point may be preferred Remember in an overload emergency the Emergency Stop button can be used to release the force and shut off the machine 12 2 4 3 Stop Testing on Bad Result When a conditional test results in either a Bad Low or a Bad High condition the FLASH tester may be set to Continue Testing or to Stop Test immediately By default the tester will continue testing and all test points will be run It may save time to set to Stop Test if only good parts are desired and the test sequence has multiple test points 12 2 4 4 Incremental Testing Results Certain test commands can be performed in either Absolute or Incremental mode see Section 12 2 3 3 When a test command is performed in Incremental mode the result can be returned in either incremental or absolute results Incremental testing returns only incremental results In Absolute mode the forces and lengths both specifications and results reference a fixed zero point In Incremental mode the forces lengths and results are given as deflection Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 41 of 41 060 1000 0094 00D amounts There is an option available that specifies that the results of incremental test be given as Absolute measurements 12 2 4 5 Units of Measurement Two buttons con
51. following actions may be selected from the row of icons at the top right of the display e Touch Up to move up a directory This icon is active when a folder is selected and allows movement between other folder directories Touch New to create and name a new folder in the displayed directory Touch Cut or Copy to Cut or Copy a folder or file Touch Paste to move or copy a file or folder to the current directory Touch Delete to delete a file or folder When a file or folder is deleted it is moved to the Recycling Bin The Recycling Bin can be accessed through the Operating System See Section 11 7 6 e Touch Views to toggle between Large Icons Small Icons List or Details To open a file and run a test 1 Touch the desired test filename from the C Flash Files screen to select 2 Touch Open in the lower right of the display This brings up the test in the original File screen that displays the test point and command along with the main Navigation Toolbar Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 49 of 49 060 1000 0094 00D 3 If the test program requires modification select Program from the Navigation Toolbar Use the arrow keys in the Test Point box to view or make changes Add information like Customer or Part Number if you wish 4 Changes may be saved to the same filename by touching File gt Save or to a new filename by touching File gt Save As 5 To use the test program for running a test select Auto
52. gin may be considered a security risk if the tester has been connected to your company s network The Windows logon bypass could allow anyone using the tester to also have access to that network authorized or not The user account on the FLASH tester does not have the necessary write privileges The Windows login was originally bypassed at the LSI factory using an Administrator account Once this feature is turned off a Windows login prompt will appear when the tester is turned on Contact Larson Systems if you need help with this feature How the Windows 7 Login is used when automatic login is turned off The prompt will say FLASH User in the first dialog box and ask for a password in the next box Touch the dialog box to access the on screen keyboard touch the letters on the keyboard to type password touch Enter when finished then touch OK When you start the tester you will see two windows One is Windows 7 the other is the FLASH software These two programs communicate with each other and you will see the windows light up and turn off as they exchange information Normal boot up time is about 2 5 minutes 11 MACHINE SETUP Place the tester on a level and stable work area where you can test parts in a comfortable manner The FLASH tester should be positioned so you can load test and remove parts from the testing area You should also be able to easily view and access the display Touch the screen with a finger to use the tou
53. he Factory settings by the end user may void the warranty 12 7 2 Calibration Password Protected Calibration is used to adjust settings affecting the measurement accuracy of the FLASH tester This feature should be accessed and used only by LSI trained calibration technicians 12 7 3 User Password Protection Optional User setup displays tester settings you can access Default settings have been preset at the factory and may not need any adjustment Some of the items are general information about the FLASH tester such as the software version and serial number Other settings control test speed standard deviation input and output signal diagnostics to name a few This is a good place to view and modify settings that may affect test specifications 12 7 4 Print Setup Password Protection Optional Print Setup displays the settings for report printout and shows an example of the standard printout Different report printouts can be configured and saved for use with appropriate test applications using this menu When Print Setup is selected from the FLASH Setup menu a menu bar of black action buttons appears with an example report below it The action buttons are Save Info Load Info and Preview followed by four selection buttons This section describes how to use this screen and what each item and action button does When using the Print Setup screen start with the Example Report There are three columns titled Setting Descriptio
54. his initial testing speed percentage is controlled from the User menu under the FLASH Flash 23 and 56 User Manua age 30 of 30 060 1000 0094 00D Setup screen A corresponding setting controls how much the percentage changes when or is touched 12 1 2 Using the Force Display Force Comp The Force display is located on the right of the S8 Go To screen just below the Length display Real time force is shown here 12 1 2 1 The Go To Function i b Touch Go To for smooth automatic movement of the upper platform to a specified force without Zero programming a test Touch the buttons on the on screen keypad to enter the target force and touch the green Go To button The upper platform automatically applies force to the test part until it reaches the target value The Force vs Length graph adjusts accordingly 12 1 2 2 Unit of Measurement Selection The button just below Go To may read Ib N g kg or oz Touch this button to select the unit of measurement for force The current program and results displayed will automatically convert to the unit of measurement you selected 12 1 2 3 The Zero Reset and Offset Buttons Zero Set the current force reading to zero without specifying a force offset Reset Clear out the zero value if Zero was touched and not intended Offset Enter a force offset value to compensate for the weight of fixtures installed prior to testing A numer
55. ic keypad appears with a dialog box when the Offset button is touched Touch the buttons on the keypad to enter the desired force offset value and touch Enter to set This adjusts the zero force starting point 12 1 3 Run A Basic Test The Length Home Point should have been set at startup as described in Section 12 Tester Setup 1 Press the Jog Bar to raise the upper platform to a height greater than the part to be tested but stay within the tester s maximum range 2 Open the enclosure and place the test part on the platform Make sure the item is centered on the lower platform Close and secure the enclosure Perform Force Length or Length Force tests described next Force Length 1 Touch Zero in the Force display to eliminate the part s weight from the force reading 2 Touch Go To in the Length display Enter the length on the keypad that the upper platform should go to for force measurement and touch the green Go To button The platform immediately moves to the specified length and takes a measurement that appears in the Force display This Force Length measurement is also reflected on the graph by the position of the red dot The platform will remain at this height until a new command is given or is moved manually with the Jog Bar ser Manua age 31 013 UOU 1 UVU UUI4 UUL Length Force 1 Touch Zero in the Force display to eliminate the part s weight from the force reading 2 Touch Go To in
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57. ion The upper platform will mo inthe appropriate direction to apply the specified load The length will then be read Positive force is applied with a downwards Test Speed movement Force Ib Length in Tol LSL in USL in 22 300 2 3400 10 00 2 1060 2 5740 TP Comments 12 4 1 New Touch New to clear a test and all results The current test is not saved A message to verify the action appears Touch Yes to clear or No to make a different selection Verify Clear Data es mw 12 4 2 Open Touch the Open submenu to view files that have been stored The Load Test screen appears as shown below Touch a filename or folder to select a test or result file Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 48 of 48 060 1000 0094 00D View Specification Files only or View Specification and Result Files by touching the desired selection in the bottom center of the screen Load Test cra al a al al Al El New Cut Copy Paste Delete Views 2233232228 00123 us1 OOtestsave us 010 0000 001 018 3000 001 031504 us1 12s us1 2252 test us1 1 5 0 01 us1 a aA O a 8 A 1 2345 fl us1 51 us1 6521 ri 12 9854 8541 32 all tests usl ATestFolder ATST Demos 57 us1 m E us all us1 A us1 a US1 a us a us View Specification Files C Vew Specification and Result open Files After a file or folder has been selected its name appears in a dialog box at the bottom of the screen The
58. ize aa Length Mm iva ay Lerglh fin gt B o B a D 2 Force Com gt PS y 0 00 200 0 200 40 600 800 hi EEES Instructions Abort Test The tester is now ready to perform basic force and length tests Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 29 of 29 060 1000 0094 00D 12 1 Manual Mode The Manual Mode screen appears by default when the tester is turned on From this screen you can manually control the upper platform and perform basic force and length tests using the go to feature The tester displays real time force and length data both in numerical and graphical form 12 1 1 Using the Length Display The Length display is located on the right just below the Navigation Bar lts main function is to show real time length Home Tester appears in the dialog box at every startup To clear this message the Length Home Point must be set prior to testing as described earlier in Section 11 5 1 The Go To Function Touch Go To to test a part by moving the upper platform to a target length in a quick automatic Length movement without programming a test A numeric lt ce keypad appears on the screen Touch the buttons ay on the keypad to enter the desired height of the upper platform in the dialog box and touch the 4 5000 in green Go To button The platform moves to the height specified and the Force vs Length graph Reset Offset adjusts accordingly Use the Jog Bar to
59. matic Mode from the Navigation Toolbar 6 Touch the green Start Test button to run See Section 13 5 for information on using Automatic Mode and selecting result views 7 Multiple parts may be tested in this mode generating a condition for sorting and results saved printed or viewed Other Available Selections e Rename rename an existing file e Network access the customer network allowing files to be shared via intranet e FLASH return to the C Flash Files directory screen e Cancel go back to the previous screen 12 4 3 Save If the test already has a filename the test specifications and results are saved under that file name again by touching Save If the test specifications do not have a filename yet the Save Test As screen opens and asks you to save the file 12 4 4 Save As Touch Save As to give test sequence specifications and results a filename when saving to storage for the first time Navigate this screen with the same commands in section 12 4 3 Touch the New File Name dialog box to bring up the on screen keyboard Type a filename and touch Enter Save Test As C Flash Files Power Spring Up New Cut Copy Paste Delete Views fast fast fast slow dynamic 003 dynamic 004 Paces 005 e 006 dynamic usl dynamic 001 Pi 002 a slow dynamic us1 View Specification Files r n E Vew Specification and Result Rename Save Files Hew File Hame i Cancel
60. med in Absolute or Incremental mode and require a force value Test speed nominal length and tolerance values are optional 12 2 3 4 3 Preset The upper platform moves to a stated position a specific number of times There are no results for a Preset test Choose Absolute or Incremental mode and enter a force or a length value but not in addition to a preset count Specifying a different test speed is optional 12 2 3 4 4 Free Length or Initial Tension Free Length The upper platform moves downward so force is applied very slightly to measure the free length of the part This command is available only for compression testing There are no required specifications to be entered Test speed nominal force and tolerance values are optional Initial Tension The platform moves upward until a very slight force is applied and deflects twice to measure the initial tension of the part The initial tension is calculated from the two deflections a total distance of twice the specified deflection length This test is available only for extension testing A length specification is required that refers to the deflection distance Because the platform will move by twice the specified deflection length use caution when determining the amount of deflection 12 2 3 4 5 Peak Force The upper platform moves to a specified length and the maximum force encountered is the result A target length is required Nominal force and tolerance values are optional The test
61. n Order and Setting Value Navigate this report by touching the scroll bar on the right side of the screen Touch the title of a setting description to see the details and options for that section CAS Quick Program Manual Automatic Quick Shut Test Mode Mode Mode Launch Down File Factory Calibration User Supervisor By Test Regular All Results J Margins petal m By Lot Setting Description Order Setting Value Print Company Name Your Company Name Show Details o hash dia General information Test Equipment Taste B T E Larson Systems ine JE rots Print Heading Show Details Test Specifications 4 Meksi eat Latget bano De ET Midas y rat xo 2 1 4 y I i 1 1 M 1 1 al 1 4 3 a 4 x t i 1 i i i Print Specs Print Results Show Details Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 62 of 62 060 1000 0094 00D 12 7 4 1 Setting Description Seven categories identify sections of the example report on the left side 1 Print Company Name When details are shown if the Company Name has not been entered touch this item to open the on screen keyboard type in company name and touch enter Do the same for City Name Print Heading The only option in this section is printing the tester s LSI calibration date on the report Touch to toggle between Yes or No Print specs There are no option selections for printing tes
62. n protocol If the connected device does not use the protocol the tester will send out the result data Result data is sent out as a single ASCII data string Multiple pieces of data individual test point results will be comma delineated The line will terminate with a carriage return 13 6 2 Bi Directional Communication Protocol Data packets to and from the tester are ASCII data strings consisting typically of two or three capital letters followed by a number and terminating with a carriage return The types of commands can be broken down into three types Specifications Results and Miscellaneous All commands will be terminated with a carriage return when received and need to be terminated with a carriage return when sent 13 6 3 Specification commands SR Request the current specifications from the tester MRO Set or receive the request to clear all current specifications and results The third character is the number zero MRO1 Set or receive the request to clear the current results The third and fourth characters are zero and one GL Set or receive the current Length Offset This command will be followed by number that represents the current Length Offset GF Set or receive the current Force Offset This command will be followed by a number that represents the current Force Offset GE Set or receive the current testing method This command is three characters long GEC for compression or GEE for extension
63. namic test only and the x will be a number specifying the Archiving interval If this command is not received or sent archiving is turned off SO Set or receive the Test Point Comment Any text following these characters will be displayed in the Comment section of the Program screen ER Receive an Error code This command will be followed by a number that represents an error code 13 6 4 Result commands RN Receive the Result Test Number This command will be followed by a number that represents the current test number RP Receive the current Result Test Point This command will be followed by a number that represents the current Test Point AF Receive the Absolute Force This command will be followed by a number that represents the Absolute Force read when the test point finished AL Receive the Absolute Length This command will be followed by a number that represents the Absolute Length read when the test point finished RR Receive the Test Point Result This command will be followed by a number that represents the result of the test point RS Receive the result of the Sorting Table This command will be followed by a number that represents the result the sort table at the end of the test RE Receive the Error value This command will be followed by a number that represents the error condition if the test ended in an error RC Receive the Test Point Condition This command would be followed by a character
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65. ng a disk into a computer or CD player NOTE The Autoloader has a 500 Ib capacity but it should not be used as a step to reach the upper parts of the tester The tambour cover is designed as a safety guard only and will collapse Automatic ET The Autoloader touch screen mounted under the FLASH touch screen tells you at a glance at the picture on the left if the spring is inside or outside the tester if the thru rod is on or off or inserted through the spring or if the safety door is open or closed You can also specify Manual or Automatic Modes from this screen or run Diagnostic tests Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 13 of 13 060 1000 0094 00D 8 ADDITIONAL OPTIONS AND EQUIPMENT e Inkjet Printer Connects to tester for printing reports includes USB cable Thru Rod Accessory Package Order as an additional safety feature or use it to test springs that tend to buckle during compression Thru rods are pneumatically inserted and retracted Package includes thru rods for the following spring diameters 1 1 25 1 5 3 3 6 5 See Section 11 2 Platforms and Fixtures Larger platforms and various types of extension hooks are available to suit a variety of testing needs See www larsonsystems com for details about these and other options USING THIS MANUAL Have the FLASH tester accessible and follow along with this manual e Be sure to read the Safety and Use Guidelines in S
66. og box After the test data has been entered via Learn Test or manual data entry parts may be tested using the Actual Data sub screen Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 44 of 44 060 1000 0094 00D 12 3 2 Actual Data File Program Manual Automatic FLASH Quick Mode Mode Mode Setup Launch Program i Prefs Length in Force Ib Tolerance 20 Deflection 80 2 0310 Deflection Abort Test j Touch the green Repeat Test button to run a test again When the test is finished the results will be displayed If tolerance values were entered then the results will be displayed in green for a satisfactory result or in red for a bad high or bad low result Only the most recent test data will display The Automatic Mode may be used if you prefer to view multiple test results The Repeat Test button operates the same as the Start Test button in Automatic Mode Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 45 of 45 060 1000 0094 00D 12 3 3 Quick Test Preferences Prefs The Preferences set are used when Quick Test is run Program Manual Automatic FLASH Quick Shut Mode Mode Mode Setup Launch Down File Program Actual Data Setting Description Setting Value of Maximum Force that defines Free Length 0 05 0 5 Ib Deflection for First Point 20 00 Deflection for Second Point 80 00 of Rate increase that defines Solid Height 15 00 Length Limit 0 01 in Force Limit Test to this limit
67. ome back and change this specification to see report an alternative view of your data You must specify the measurement and the measurement interval Results are graphed and displayed based on interval type length force or time and interval amount Manual Automatic Mode Mode Sorting Prefs File Name Test Point Tl Customer 1 gt Part Number Print Compression Oe Report Extension A Archive Data Do Not Archive Select New Command The upper platform will move to the Motion End point Measurements will be FLASH Setup Command Dynamic To Length taken as the platform moves based on the Measurement Type and Measurement Interval Measurement Measurement Measurement End mm Quick Shut Launch Down v Motion Specifications Absolute Incremental Motion End mm 10 000 Motion Speed mmimin Measurement a pone Interval mm Start mm Specifications By Time 0 100 TP Comments Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 37 of 37 060 1000 0094 00D Manual Automatic FLASH Quick Shut Mode Mode Setup Launch Down Sorting Prefs File Name ye Print Setup im Customer Part Number Ed hive Data Cc E H Motion ommand Dynamic To Force Not Archive y Specifications Select New BSOS The upper platform will move to the Motion End point Measurements will be Motion End taken as the platform moves based on the Measurement Type and N Mea
68. on 12 2 3 9 for more information Check availability of this option 12 3 Quick Test Password Protection Optional Use Quick Test to obtain test data for a part without knowing any of its characteristics A generic predefined test performs two compression passes to solid height on the part The first pass determines the test points and the second determines the nominal value for the test points Testing is based on the presets under Prefs See Section 12 2 4 NOTE The Quick Test application is designed for compression springs Consult with LSI if you have any questions If the part has coils that shift during compression the Quick Test will not work Shifting coils will not produce an accurate solid height If the coils shift the preset force or length should be changed Depending on the part or the capacity of the tester the speed of the test can be adjusted to enhance the accuracy and minimize deflection The Quick Test feature calculates the free length the force required to reach solid height the two points between free length and solid height default is at 20 and 80 deflection from free length and the rate between the two points during the first pass During the second pass the tester determines nominal test result values The final result of the Quick Test is a 5 point test sequence that can be used to repetitively test like parts in the Automatic Mode The 5 point sequence of test commands is as follows Free Length Force
69. on the tests performed in test points 1 and 2 a If test point 1 and test point 2 are not dynamic tests the starting position for deflection measurements is the ending position of Test Point 1 The direction for positive measurements will be the direction from test point 1 to test point 2 For Example if Test Point 1 is Force at Length to 2 and Test Point 2 is Force at Length to 1 then deflection measurements will be measured from 2 and will be positive with the upper platform moving down b If test point 1 is not a Dynamic test and test point 2 is a dynamic test the starting position for deflection measurements is the ending position of test point 1 The direction for positive measurements is the direction of travel for the dynamic test in test point 2 For example if Test Point 1 is Length at Force to 450 Ibs and Test Point 2 is Dynamic to Force to 1000 Ibs deflection measurements will start where 450 Ibs is found and the positive direction is the direction to get to 1000 Ibs If testing a compression spring positive direction is downward c If test point 1 is a Dynamic Test the starting position for deflection measurements will be the position of the platform before the test starts or the specified Measurement Start The direction for positive measurements is the direction of travel for the Dynamic test 12 2 4 9 Print Report Touch Print Report to generate a hard copy of the program run and print the resulting test data See Secti
70. ows the test results as statistical data that can be viewed as an average of all tests when By Test is selected View the data as an average of a certain number of tests when By Lot is selected and lot size has been defined in Preferences 12 5 3 2 By Test Only 12 5 3 2 1 F vs L Force vs Length A point is plotted on a chart for each test point that has both force and length data By testing multiple points a representative curve is displayed If the test sequence included a test point for both the compression and release strokes the chart would be able to display hysteresis Chart limits for each point may be set in Preferences Prefs or by tapping on the axis labels Clear the zoom to change the chart limits to the load cell maximum and length maximum 12 5 3 2 2 Individual In graphical format this view shows all of the results for a single test point for all of the parts tested Shift the chart over the test points using the right and left arrows Touch chart labels along either axis to zoom in Touch Clear Zoom or Undo Zoom to reset or manipulate graph Chart limits may be set in Preferences Prefs or by tapping on the chart labels to zoom Clear the zoom to change the chart limits to the load cell maximum and the length maximum 12 5 3 3 By Lot Only 12 5 3 3 1 X Bar R Chart The X Bar graph is similar to the Individual graph except that each point represents the mean of the group data The R Chart represents the range o
71. pears touch Length Force 11 Tap the Force text box and type in 75 3 to enter the target force for test point 2 12 Tap the text box below LSL and type in 1 8 13 Tap the text box below USL and type in 1 9 14 View the Tolerance display This value should read 2 7 The Length display should read 1 85 Tolerance and Length are automatically calculated based on LSL and USL 15 Touch the right arrow in the Test Point display to move to test point 3 16 Touch Select New Command 17 From the test command selection bar touch Rate 18 The first and second test point values should fill with 1 and 2 respectively or enter these values manually The Rate value should read 107 5510 Test point 4 should read End Of Test A o OND This completes programming a three point test with nominal and tolerance values After a test point sequence has been programmed touch Check to verify there are no errors At this point you may save or run the test point sequence as described in section 6 1 under the Single Point Test Sequence When testing is complete the results may also be saved if desired 15 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 15 1 Ball Screw Maintenance Ball screws t The FLASH 36 has four ball screws one in each corner of the machine Their primary purpose is to keep the testing platforms parallel and rigid when you re applying a load to a spring d 2 3 4 At the top of the tester there are four zerks on the ball scr
72. per platform moves up and applies a force of about 10 full scale The upper platform stays at the force applied and the Length display is zeroed As in the compression procedure the Home Tester button is now Zero Release the hooks by moving the upper platform downward using the Jog Bar in Manual Mode Once the Length Home Point has been set it does not need to be set again until the next startup If Zero is touched in the Length display as an adjustment for a particular situation or unintentionally with the platforms apart touch Reset to return to the original initialization zero point The Re Initialize button located just below the File menu button may be used to initialize the tester without turning off the machine and starting over 11 6 2 Compression and Extension Make sure the tester is set for compression or extension There are three ways to change the testing convention The most common way is from the Force display in Manual Mode by touching the small box to the left of the Go To button Force Touch to Change NOTE This indicator is also present on Quick Test and Automatic Mode screens but does nat allow convention change its function is only as an indicator When the convention is changed the background of the screen will change color from light blue for compression default setting to dark blue for extension Touch this button to toggle between the two screens and the machine recognizes the
73. point errors During the course of programming the test points may be modified or changed using Insert or Delete as shown in the Test Point box 12 2 3 10 1 Insert a Test Point First a command box must be displayed to use the Test Point box Use the right or left arrow to view the test point in a sequence where a new test point will be inserted The test point being viewed will move ahead one point to follow the inserted test point Touch Insert when viewing the test point Any test points already set at and above this point will shift up one The current test point is left blank and ready for a new test command Touch Select New Command to continue Choose the desired command from the Test Command selection bar to insert Enter any required or optional data including TP Comments Navigate as needed to make changes to the test application sequence or go to the End of Test Check and continue NOORWN gt 12 2 3 10 2 Delete a Test Point Touch Delete to delete the test point being viewed Any test points above the one deleted will shift down by one in the sequence The Test Application created can now be run in Automatic Mode saved under File modified or cleared The test sequence continues from mode to mode as the screens are navigated A new test cannot be created or retrieved until the current test is cleared To clear a test and results touch New in Program Mode A message to verify this action appears This
74. r Print Setup this selection defaults to Print Setup If the margin settings of the report need to be changed switch selection to Margins and make changes Touch again to return to Print Setup Once Print Setup selections have been made the action buttons may be used 12 7 4 3 Save Info Select Save Info to open the Save Print Out Setup Info As screen Save any particular print setup configuration with its own filename and use when needed This feature allows you to save multiple report printout schemes to be used with certain test applications This screen operates the same as in File gt Save As described in section 12 4 4 12 7 4 4 Load Info Once Print Setup files have been saved select Load Info to access these files Choose the report print out format desired for a particular test application Once a report has been printed you may decide to change the printout format for the same data Return to this screen and load a different file 12 7 4 5 Preview Select Preview to view how actual test results appear in the format selected Using Print Setup you may set the options desired and print as needed after any testing application is completed However the Print Setup feature can also be used to customize individual printed reports and save time If after a test is complete you would like to change the print settings go to the Print Setup screen and go through the report as described in this section Toggle between
75. rs This tester can test parts that have very high spring rates It is designed with four ball screws for stability and three load cells to prevent off center loading problems associated with large plate diameters e Test up to 10 000 Ibs e Available Center Length Transducer to test Belleville Washers e Accommodates an Adjustable Spring Thru Rod Assembly up to 6 inches in diameter support Stroke Travel Compression y std Range 28 Range FLASH 25 a std oe a A a go Diameter Determined by hook size Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 7 of 7 060 1000 0094 00D 1 2 2 Force and Length Specifications FLASH 25 Force Specifications Load Cell Capacity Standard Resolution 0 20 FS 20 100 FS 500 Ib 01 Ib 1 lb 227 kg 005 kg 05 kg 2224N 05N 5N 1 000 Ib 02 Ib 21 Ib 454 kg 01 kg 1 kg 4448N 1N 1N 2 000 Ib 0 05 Ib 0 5 Ib 907 kg 0 02 kg 0 2 kg 8 896 N 0 2N 2N 3 000 Ib 0 1 Ib 1 lb 1 361 kg 0 05 kg 0 5 kg 13 345 N 0 5 N 5N 6 000 Ib 0 2 Ib 2 Ib 2 722 kg 0 1 kg 1kg 26 690 N 1N 10 N 10 000 Ib 0 2 Ib 2 Ib 4 536 kg 0 1 kg 1 kg 44 482 N 1N 10 N Accuracy Resolution x 2 Length Specifications Standard Resolution High Resolution 0 0005 in 0 001 in 0 0001 in 0 0005 in 0 01 mm 0 02 mm 0 001 mm 0 01 mm Requires High Resolution Length option 025 1000 0234 02 1 23 FLASH 36 FLASH 36 Fla
76. s 12 7 6 Access Operating System Password Protected Access to the operating system is password protected The FLASH tester runs on a Microsoft Windows operating system Windows is set up to work with LSI s FLASH software program Changes made to the Windows operating system that interfere with the FLASH software may void the warranty This button is accessible from any of the FLASH Setup menus except Print Setup An end user authorized person may access the operating system using the password shipped with the tester Only certain settings should be accessed and changed by the end user They are Add a Printer Workgroup Name for Network Settings and File Sharing Certain operating system settings require test or numerical input This requires a USB keyboard connected to the tester in order to enter this type of data Access to the operating system allows the user to add a printer change the Workgroup for Network access or change folder permission for the C Flash Files saved to that drive without voiding the warranty Touch Access Operating System and a message appears titled Restricted Access that includes warranty information and a verification that the user would like to access the operating system Touch Yes to access and enter the password Contact LSI for password if you have not received one 13 EXTERNAL CONNECTOR INTERFACES This section details all of the external connectors on a FLASH Tester The external connectors ma
77. s For example the Basic software package does not include the Quick Test Quick Launch Program Saving and Retrieving part of File and Sorting feature part of Program Mode See Section 2 for details about the features of each software package Touch the desired button to navigate The highlighted button identifies the active selection Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 27 of 27 060 1000 0094 00D 11 6 4 The Jog Bar The Jog Bar located on the left side of the display in Manual Mode manually controls the movement of the upper platform Touch and hold anywhere on the Jog Bar to engage The platform moves faster when the darker portion of the Jog Bar is touched and slower when the lighter portion is touched It stops when the Jog Bar is released 11 6 5 Force vs Length Graph JOS This time sensitive graph indicates the current force and length and real time test results A single point identified by a red dot represents the position of the upper platform and the force applied to the part being tested 11 6 6 Length The Length display is located on the right just below the Navigation Toolbar Its main function is to show real time length The Go To button moves the platform to a specific length for a basic test that gives the resulting force in real time Adjust test speed percentages by touching the turtle or the rabbit Y icon 11 6 7 Force The Force display is located on the right just below the Length display Its main
78. s establishes the Zero point for length measurement The upper platform will return to its default height The height of the return location of the upper platform can be set in the FLASH Setup User Setup screen The load platform stays in the tester the upper platform moves to its up position and the control screen is in manual mode The tester is ready to use 11 5 4 Getting ready to test Use the FLASH control screen to load the test program There are three ways to do this using the navigation tool bar on top of the FLASH control screen 1 Use the Quick Launch Screen Touch Quick Launch Select the program you want by touching the saved test file from those on the screen 2 Use the File screen Touch File Find your test specification file and double tap it or touch the Open button to load the program This is similar to all File Open screens on any PC 3 Go to Program Mode Create a new program to use Your program is now loaded and ready to run 11 5 4 1 First Test Go to Automatic Mode on the FLASH screen 1 Move the load platform out of the tester The loader control touch screen has three sections Under the loader control touch the arrow button pointing out of the tester Load your part into the center of the load platform Touch the arrow to move the platform back into the tester Change the loader control screen to Automatic Mode On the Flash control screen zero the force to remove the weight of the spring
79. s section explains the home tester procedure for both compression and extension The features of the Manual Mode screen are also described 11 6 1 Home Tester Initialize Quick Program Automatic FLASH Quick Shut Test Mode Mode Setup Launch Down File Re Initialize Length a va ay Home Tester in AL Reset COT Fore cot 000 gt 00 0 200 400 600 Lerglh fin Instructions ompression Homing Clear parts or fixtures from platforms Press Home Tester to set Length Home Ab rt T t oint Upper platform moves down to lower platform 6 es pplies a nominal force and releases Length display ill zero and platform will move to Return Height Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 22 of 22 060 1000 0094 00D 11 6 1 1 Set Length Home Point For Compression Make sure the testing area between the upper and lower platform is clear of any parts materials or fixtures Close the safety shield Touch Home Tester on the left below the dialog box in the Length display This begins the automatic and slow downward movement of the upper platform to meet the lower platform The Instructions box reads Tester Initializing When the platforms meet the upper platform applies a proportional amount of force to the lower platform and finally the Length display is zeroed Once the display is zeroed the upper platform raises itself and stops at a height you specified during User setup The Return Height is s
80. s the preferred way to halt a test If a faulty program has been entered hit the Abort button to stop the test This also stops the motor on the Autoloader Switch the operation to Manual and use the Jog bar to move the platform out of the way Remove the spring and re check the program Re program if necessary Vanua The red Emergency Stop E stop on the front of the FLASH tester is designed for emergency use but not for normal shutdown procedure The E stops on the FLASH 36 with Autoloader are connected Hitting the E stop on the FLASH screen or on the Autoloader screen interrupts power to both motors When you use the E stop abort the test using the Abort button switch the program to Manual release the E stop and use the Jog bar to raise the platform and remove the spring You can re start the tester by rotating the E stop button clockwise until it pops out from the tester Power is once again supplied to the motor controller The tester will need to be re initialized or rebooted See Section 11 3 for proper On and Off Procedure and Section 11 5 9 for more information on Abort Test and Section 11 4 for Autoloader system operation 10 6 Windows 7 Automatic Logon By default the FLASH Series of testers are programmed to bypass the MS Windows 7 logon prompt at startup to automatically login anyone to operate the tester This is a more convenient setting for its use Depending on your network administrator policy the automatic lo
81. sh 25 and 36 User Manual ES The FLASH 36 is the largest tester manufactured by LSI It was designed to accommodate large parts with heavy loads and is capable of testing up to 50 000 Ibs Like the FLASH 25 this tester has four ball screws for stability and three load cells to prevent off center loading problems associated with large plate diameters Designed with a fully enclosed assembly this tester is also capable of testing with a platform up to 18 in diameter or 16 if equipped with the optional loader system A removable upper platform allows the installation of a large thru rod used for testing parts that tend to buckle under load std z 36 Stroke Travel Compression Range ES i a std i 36 Extension min Range 12 std Platform 32 Diameter i Determined by hook size Page 9 of 9 060 1000 0094 00D 1 2 4 Force and Length Specifications FLASH 36 Force Specifications Load Cell Capacity Standard Resolution 0 20 FS 20 100 FS 1000 Ib 02 Ib 2 lb 454 kg 01 kg 1 kg 4448 N 1N 1N 3 000 Ib 0 1 Ib 1 lb 907 kg 0 02 kg 0 2 kg 8 896 N 0 2 N 2N 6 000 Ib 0 2 Ib 2lb 2 722 kg 0 1 kg 1 kg 22 241 N 0 5N 5N 10 000 Ib 0 2 Ib 2 Ib 4 536 kg 0 1 kg 1 kg 44 482 N 1N 10 N 20 000 Ib 0 5 Ib 5 Ib 9 072 kg 0 2 kg 2 kg 88 964 N 2N 20 N 35 000 Ib 1 lb 10 Ib 15 875 kg 0 5 kg 5 kg 155 687 N 5N 50 N
82. st will stop When the platform reaches its target position the resulting value may be archived and analyzed further at another time If archiving data is selected an archive interval can be set to control how much data is archived and how often The frequency may be set to every cycle every tenth cycle every fiftieth cycle etc The data is stored in a file csv that spreadsheet programs can read The FLASH stores the data to a file and does not analyze or report the test data in any way A Fatigue Plate Assembly is available for purchase for testing up to eight springs or parts at the same time Parts stay in place with special knobs and can be diameters of 3 4 1 2 or 1 4 Details about this product and using fatigue testing can be found on the LSI website at www larsonsystems com 12 2 3 6 Dynamic Testing Dynamic Testing is available with Pro Material or Pro Ultimate software It allows you to test and record real time results change the increments and automatically re graph the results 12 2 3 6 1 Dynamic To Length Dynamic To Force The upper platform moves to a length or force that you enter in the Motion Specifications window Move speed may also be selected Raw data will be recorded over this entire range For reporting and graphing purposes the data will be displayed as selected in the Measurement Specifications window This can be all or a part of the Motion Specifications range After capturing the raw data you can c
83. surement Interval b 0co U Measurement Measurement Measurement Motion Speed Measurement E pda Interval N Start N End N mmimin Specifications By Time 0 660 TP Comments 12 2 3 6 2 Dynamic To Time The upper platform remains in position for a specified amount of time Readings are taken at specified time intervals until the target time specified has expired This type of testing is most commonly used in material testing or when determining if length or force is maintained over a nominal time In any of the Dynamic To Test Point Commands you may change the Interval type in the box titled Measurement Specifications by touching the selection You may enter a starting and an ending point for interval measurement or specify a different test speed if desired Manual Automatic FLASH Quick Shut Mode Mode Setup Launch Down Sorting Prefs File Name PS Test Point ms Al Customer E 1 Part Number Print Compression v Report Extension poe Archive Data C a Motion ommand Dynamic To Time Do Not Archive y Specifications Select New Command o The upper platform will remain in position for the specified amount of time Time Duration Measurements will be taken during the time period based on the sec Measurement Type and Measurement Interval 1 00 Measurement Measurement Measurement Motion Speed Measurement amp falar Interval sec Start sec End sec mmimin Specifications By Time 0 10
84. t Number defaults as the filename unless manually changed 12 2 3 8 TP Comments Each individual test point can contain comments that appear on the printed report Enter test point comments by touching the text box at the bottom of the display If you create creating attest point sequence by selecting the test point commands each test point will already be labeled as the test point command on the printed report under test specifications Any comment entered will appear below the labeled test point To view how this looks in a printed report see Preview in Section 12 2 3 9 12 2 3 9 Print Report This button will generate a hard copy of the program and any results gathered When Print Report is touched a message box to confirm appears The options are to Print Preview or Cancel The Preview function can be used even if a printer is not connected to the tester Viewing what the printed report would look like may be helpful to determine relevance of results or the best viewing format if the printout needs to be modified Results can be saved and printed or viewed in the format desired at a later time Report printout specifications may also be modified in FLASH Setup gt Print Setup When viewing a report in Preview e Scroll through the pages using arrows along the side or bottom of page e Use Zoom to zoom in or out to view by page or enlarge e Touch Close Preview to exit Preview 12 2 3 10 Creating a Test Point Application Sequence
85. t Test Sequence ii ici 72 14 2 Multi PointTest Sequence aiii iia 73 15 CARE AND MAINTENANCE cccccccccecceecceeecececeseueeuseeeeenueeueeeueeeuseuuseusseuseeuseuueeeueeueees 75 15 1 Ball Screw Maintenance oooccccccnccconancccnnanononanononancnonanornnnnnrrnnnanrnn nara non nar rra nr ro nanrrnnn narra nan rrnn nar rnn nana ranaaranana 75 152 Touch Screen Interface nio ia o i 77 15 3 Annual Calibration cccconcccnonanccnonaccnanaronananoconaarcnonanronanarcnnaa conan rrnnnnan rca nan rcnn nr nnnna rr nananrrna nara nannarrnananinana 77 15 4 Service and R6paltin cates ionoacio nel ae e iia Rina sonadesaacednsdedvasavenseunecderserneeuessanecebeases 77 1 INTRODUCTION LSI s FLASH Series of Automatic Testers are highly intuitive automated force and length testing systems With load and range capacities this family of testers can test a wide assortment of springs Although designed for and commonly used in spring testing the FLASH can be used for most any type of material testing application that requires the measurement of a combination of force or length data using compression or tension Automated testing at its best the FLASH Series tester features a versatile full color touch screen interface Touch the computer screen to run dynamic force and length tests display results in an easy to read graphical or statistical format store programs and results or share the data via printed report or network connection
86. t and create a test to run on similar parts based on the characteristics found during the quick test Program Mode Create and customize a variety of test applications that may be saved and used as needed No need to create a test each time the FLASH tester is used for a different application e Manual Mode Control the platform movement manually use a go to function for force and length testing and view results Automatic Mode Run test applications repetitively and generate results in various formats to be shared or printed in hard copy e FLASH Setup Enter basic fixed information and preferences The User and Print Setup submenus contain default specifications set at the factory Review these before testing and make changes if needed Especially important if running a unique test application e Quick Launch Select and run a pre defined test application The use of each menu item listed is described in this section Note that the menu items do not appear in the order listed above or on the Navigation Toolbar The menu features are usually used in conjunction with each other For example after creating a test sequence in the Program Mode you may go to Automatic Mode to run the test then save the information gathered using File This is the Manual Mode screen after the Length Home Point has been set in compression Quick Program f Automatic FLASH Quick Shut Test Mode Mode Setup Launch Down File Re Initial
87. t number As the arrow gt is touched from test point 1 if each test point displays the End Of Test box no commands have been entered for a test sequence yet To create a new Test Point sequence begin at Test Point 1 The Test Point box is inactive when the larger gray box displays the test point command buttons From the Test Point box test points may be inserted or deleted as a test point application sequence is created Instructions for using Insert and Delete are found in section 12 2 3 10 Creating a Test Point Application Sequence Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 3 U 93 09 060 1000 0094 00D 12 2 3 2 Select New Commands Each time Select New Command is touched in a Command or End Of Test box a gray bar or box with up to 14 black command buttons appears in the center of the display When this selection bar is displayed the buttons in the Test Point box are inactive This means the test point number displayed is in process of being created Free Peak Force Length Pare Choose test commands from this bar when you create a test sequence application As a command is touched a new gray box appears with the name of the command at the top In each command box select absolute or incremental testing and enter the required test point data in any highlighted value dialog box When finished touch the right arrow key in the Test Point box to move to the next test point in the sequence Touch
88. t specifications here Use the black selection button above the report example to select Regular or Quick Test This changes the specifications printed within this section Print Results The options are Print Tp Results Point 1 Yes or No and Print Tp Run Line Yes or No Use the black selection button above the report example to select results printed in this section as Actual Data or Lot Data By Test or By Lot Print Statistical Summary There are a number of options listed by statistic Some of the statistics may not be relevant for a particular test and may be omitted here Just touch the Setting Value to change Print Text Histogram There are no options for printing a text histogram Print Individual Chart The only option is printing an individual chart by point If Yes is selected a chart will print on the report for each point of the test Next make sure the black Selection buttons above the chart have been set as desired 12 7 4 2 Selection Buttons By Test or By Lot this selection defaults to By Test Change to By Lot if an average representation of a group of results is needed Regular or Quick Test this selection defaults to Regular Change to Quick Test if using results from a Quick Test program This will define the Test Specifications section of the report All Results or Single TP this selection defaults to All Results Change to Single TP if only looking at one test point s results Margins o
89. t will appear as a selection when this text box is selected Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 59 of 59 060 1000 0094 00D 12 6 3 4 Screen To Open Screens to open may encompass any screen If the Automatic Mode screen is selected then a specific result screen can also be selected result screens include Actual Data Statistics and any chart Selections available will be shown Clear to delete information from text box Add touch this button when all information has been entered to create a new button Cancel to cancel creating a new button 12 7 FLASH Setup There are five selections within the FLASH Setup menu Factory Calibration User Print Setup and Supervisor They are password protected or accessible as noted in their descriptions below There is also a button configured separately from the main selection menu identified as Access Operating System Certain tester configurations may require you to access this password protected menu Quick Program Manual Automatic f i Quick Shut Test Mode Mode Mode Launch Down File Factory Calibration User Print Setup Supervisor 12 7 1 Factory Password Protected Factory setup is done at Larson Systems for each new tester and should never be accessed by the end user Changes to factory settings could degrade performance of Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 60 of 60 060 1000 0094 00D the FLASH tester or disrupt the FLASH program entirely Intentional changes to t
90. tester The air regulator is mounted on the side of the base of the FLASH 25 tester or on the top of the FLASH 36 The inlet port is 1 4 NPT thread It has a male end quick connect on the unit but you can 80 150 PSI remove it if you wish and plumb with hose or tubing 1 4 NPTF Industrial Shape Air regulator at top of machine A pneumatic linear device is mounted vertically on the top plate to actuate the thru rod assemblies The push to fit tubing connectors attach easily to the pneumatic tubing Connect the air lines to the linear actuator The toggle switch on the arm just below the FLASH control screen or the loader control screen actuates the thru rod assembly It is a three position switch up stationary and down The unit is designed to allow the thru rod assembly to move smoothly in and out of your spring while a new spring is being readied for testing When not needed the thru rod assembly can simply be parked in the up position out of the way Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 19 of 19 060 1000 0094 00D 11 4 On and Off Procedure 11 4 1 Turning on the tester is the first step to getting started 1 Turn the red Emergency Stop button on the outside of the tester clockwise The knob pops out to allow the tester to receive power 2 Next push the blue Power On button and hold it for 5 seconds The Windows 7 Operating System will load first followed by the FLASH software if the automatic logon feature is turned on The
91. testing area is clear of any parts or objects and install extension hooks certified to the capacity of the tester Use the Jog Bar to adjust the upper platform so the extension hooks interlock Touch Home Tester to initialize for extension testing 11 6 1 3 If Other Fixtures Will be Used Compensation If other fixtures will be used such as button type platforms in compression or additional hooks in extension or a thru rod assembly their lengths must be accounted for There are two ways to do this 1 Manually measure the fixtures i e with calipers and enter the length as an offset using a negative number 2 Use the tester to find the offset Install the fixture and move the platform until the fixtures touch Apply 10 percent of the load cell force The platforms can be moved using the jog buttons or the Go To Force button If the Go To Force button is used we suggest that you slow the platform speed to near minimum Use the Speed Adjust Bar in the length display Once 10 percent force is applied the Zero button can be pressed or the Length in the display can be entered into an offset as a negative number Contact Larson Systems Inc if you do not have the appropriate hooks 763 780 2131 When other fixtures are used the automatic extension initialization feature can be disabled to manually set a zero point This is controlled under FLASH Setup in the User settings 11 6 1 4 During Automated Extension Initialization The up
92. the Force display Enter the force on the keypad that the upper platform should apply and touch the green Go To button The platform slowly applies force to the part and reduces speed as it reaches its destination force The length appears in the dialog box of the Length display and the position of the red dot on the graph adjusts accordingly Again the platform will remain at this height until a new command is given or is moved manually with the Jog Bar In either scenario the Go To command may be changed to a new specified force or length as many times as you want Adjustments to length can be made with the Jog Bar to fine tune a measurement In addition the units of measurement or speed of testing may be changed 12 2 Program Mode Password Protection Optional Touch Program Mode on the Navigation Toolbar to start Use the Program Mode to create a variety of customized testing sequences and set test preferences There are four sub screens in the Program Mode New Check Program and Preferences Prefs 12 2 1 New Touch New to clear all specifications and results A message will appear to verify the action Touch Yes to clear and continue or No to cancel the action Any test points and preferences that have been entered will be cleared if Yes is selected This includes any results that were obtained 12 2 2 Check Touch Check to check for any errors when creating a test point sequence If the sequence contains any
93. the represents the condition of the test point L for low H for high or S for good RG Receive the Global Condition This command would be followed by a character the represents the overall condition of the test G for good or B for bad 13 6 5 Miscellaneous commands RL The tester will send out the current Force RF The tester will send out the current Length US The tester will start a test 14 EXAMPLES OF TEST PROGRAMS The examples are meant to help you navigate through an actual test point sequence The numbers here may not apply to all springs or parts adjust values as needed 14 1 Single Point Test Sequence This example uses a Force Length test point command programmed with a Nominal value and a Tolerance Make sure the Length Home Point has been set before starting The numbers given in the examples assume that length is in inches and force is in pounds Set Up the Test Point Sequence 1 Touch Program Mode on the Navigation Toolbar to start 2 Touch New to clear out all specifications and results Touch Yes to verify the action The Test Point resets to 1 Touch Select New Command From the test command selection bar that appears touch Force Length Tap the text box below Length and enter a target length of 2 58 Tap the text box below Force and enter 15 6 Tap the text box below Tolerance and type in 10 for a 10 percent tolerance View the text box below L
94. trol the units used during testing for length and force When the unit of measurement is changed all test points and results are converted to reflect the new unit selection 12 2 4 5 1 Length Choose between inches in and millimeters mm By default the unit of measurement is inches 12 2 4 5 2 Force Choose between pound Ib Newton N gram g kilogram kg or ounce oz By default the unit of measurement is pounds 12 2 4 6 Mode This option selects the testing convention of either Compression or Extension 12 2 4 6 1 Compression For compression tests the upper platform will move toward the lower platform to increase force 12 2 4 6 2 Extension For extension tests on current FLASH testers the upper platform moves away from the lower platform to increase force An extension length initialization must be performed to use extension mode the first time Test fixtures usually some type of hook are attached to both platforms 12 2 4 7 Offset The Length Offset moves the length zero point and the Force Offset moves the force zero point Offsets are generally used to compensate for the installation of test fixtures or the weight of the part being tested When an offset is used the force and or length readings account for the value entered as the offset 12 2 4 8 Show Length Results as Displacement from Tp 1 This is an option under the Automatic mode that allows the tester to display length data as deflection amounts based
95. ults to clear out any displayed results from the previous test if not already done 6 Begin testing again from step 3 Run the Test Point Sequence instructions above Saving Test Results To save the results touch File gt Save A file will be saved with the same program name followed by 001 As more results are saved the extension will increase to 002 003 etc 14 2 Multi Point Test Sequence This example shows a three point test using two Length Force test points and a Rate test point The numbers given in this example are based on a load cell capacity of at least 110 lbs Adjust the forces appropriately if you use a tester of a lower capacity Again make sure the Length Home Point has been set before starting Set Up the Test Point Sequence 1 Touch Program Mode on the Navigation Toolbar to start 2 Touch New to clear out all specifications and results Touch Yes to verify the action The Test Point resets to 1 Touch Select New Command From the test command selection bar that appears touch Length Force Tap the text box below Force and type 22 3 using the pop up keypad to enter the target force Tap the text box below Length and type in 2 34 to enter the nominal length Tap the text box below Tolerance and type in 10 for the percent tolerance value Touch the right arrow in the Test Point display to move to test point 2 Touch Select New Command 10 From the test command selection bar that ap
96. um of the FLASH Extra software package which supports dual load cells or any of the FLASH Pro software packages that allow up to the maximum number of load cell capacities offered for a particular model Standard on all Flash 25s and 36s Twist Under Load TUL measures the amount of twist in any given spring 4 WHISPER SERVO DRIVE Standard on FLASH 25 Series 500 1 000 2 000 3 000 6 000 and FLASH 36 10 000 20 000 35 000 and 50 000 Ib testers the Whisper Servo Drive is a closed loop servo drive for rapid travel speed With this feature rapid speed can be maintained to full load Expect test cycle time reductions especially when testing at greater loads As a bonus testing noise is also reduced 5 POWER REQUIREMENTS FLASH 25 10 000 Ib 240 VAC 3 phase All FLASH 36 models 240 VAC 3 phase 6 WEB SERVICE NETWORK AND PRINTER CONNECTION These features are set up through the Access Operation System option located under FLASH Setup The Operating System is password protected See Section about gaining access The web and network service will need to be set up by an IT technician at the tester location and coordinated with LSI to establish Contact LSI for details 7 AUTOLOADER LARSON SYSTEMS INC The Autoloader is an option for the FLASH 36 that relieves the operator of the burden of lifting a heavy spring into the tester Simply place the spring into the autoloader press a button and it glides into the tester like putti
97. y FLASH 25 and FLASH 36 parts and labor are warranted against defects in material and workmanship to the consumer for a period of twelve months from the date of purchase This warranty covers all parts except consumable items lt applies only to machines and accessories that have been installed and operated in accordance with instructions in our reference manuals have not been tampered with in any way misused suffered damage through accident neglect or conditions beyond our control and have been serviced only by authorized personnel Larson Systems Incorporated is not responsible for loss in operating performance due to environmental conditions such as humidity dust corrosive chemicals deposition of oil or other foreign matter spillage or other conditions beyond our control There are no other warranties expressed or implied and Larson Systems Incorporated shall not be liable under any circumstances for incidental or consequential damage Warranty service is conducted at LSI s facilities in Minneapolis MN Return the tester freight prepaid during the warranty period and Larson Systems Incorporated will make a warranty determination repair and return the tester freight collect Shipments sent collect will be rejected DE Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Larson Systems Inc 10073 Baltimore Street NE Minneapolis MN 55449 4425 763 780 2131 Fax 763 780 2182 1 877 780 2131 www larsonsystems com info larsonsystems com VISA Page
98. y be USB Ethernet RS 232 Remote Start or VGA 13 1 USB This connector is a USB A connector and is a standard PC type connector It can be used to connect devices such a keyboard and mouse a printer or a USB flash drive 13 2 Ethernet This connector is a standard RJ 45 connector and is used to connect to a company s Ethernet computer network 13 3 VGA optional This is a female DB 15 connector and can be used to attach a remote monitor 13 4 Remote ON optional This is a 2 pin female Bendix connector Use a momentary switch and hold it for 5 seconds to turn on the tester Flash 25 and 36 User Manual Page 65 of 65 060 1000 0094 00D 13 5 Automation Port This is a male DB 25 connector used to connect the tester to an automated system This connector can be configured to use either internal 12 VDC and ground or an externally supplied voltage and ground Refer to cable 025 1000 0619 00 purchased from LSI for full details Here is a brief description of the pins Signals are relative to the configured voltages unless otherwise specified Pin Description Pin Description 1 12 VDC Internal supply 14 End Of Test Active High 2 Error Output 15 Flap 1 Output 3 Remote Start Input Active Low to 16 Flap 2 Output Internal Ground 4 Internal Ground 17 Flap 4 Output 5 Production Monitor Yellow Light Output 18 Flap 8 Output 6 Production Monitor Green Light
99. you need to use attach the rod or assembly to the threaded hole on the bottom of the black L bracket on the linear actuator For ease of assembly we suggest you start with the 1 rod The corresponding thru rod load plate is attached to the bottom of the movable upper platform to act as a guide for the rod or assembly Page 18 of 18 060 1000 0094 00D NY IN 0 A HNN WAN Y Oy y Y et ON iH WOME E i AAACN UNA DIA AW Y AA ony oy ee A threaded spud about 7 8 diameter is at the bottom of each thru rod This spud screws into threaded hole in the bottom of each thru rod assembly and acts as a bottom guide for the rod assembly With the guide plate attached to the upper plate you need to enter an offset length to compensate for the added thickness of the upper plate when initializing the tester 1 thru rod plate thickness 500 1 25 thru rod plate thickness 500 1 5 3 variable rod plate 500 The variable assemblies are adjusted by loosening the three cap screws at the top and bottom of the assembly to give the desired outside diameter Make sure the assembly will travel through the round upper platform guide before tightening the screws 11 3 Air Line Connection The thru rod actuator operates with standard shop air 40 120 PSI The regulator on the tester allows you to adjust it to your plant conditions Connect your shop air to the quick connect on the side or back of the

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