Crane Electronics Wrenchstar Multi Operator's Manual

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Operators Manual

WRENCHSTAR MULTI

Manual 1230-01 Issue 1

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NOTICE

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever,

without the prior permission in writing from Crane Electronics Ltd is forbidden.

Copyright © by Crane Electronics Ltd

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Contents 2
CE Marking / Compliance 3
Product Disposal / About this Manual 4
Packing List / Spares /Care 5
Features and Dimensions / Overview WrenchStar Multi 6
Specifications 7
Main Functions and Features of WrenchStar Multi / Batteries 8
Warnings / Battery Warnings 9
Charging the WrenchStar Multi / WrenchStar Multi Button 10
Diagnostic Mode / Power on Sequence 11
Light Ring / ID Heads / Adapter Length Compensation 12
Battery Charge Status / Wrench Status LED / Vibrator 13
IQVu Setup with a WrenchStar Multi 14
Pairing the WrenchStar Multi 17
Loading Jobs 20

CONTENTS

Manufacturer:

Crane Electronics Ltd

Address:

3 Watling Drive

Sketchley Meadows

Hinckley

Leicestershire

LE10 3EY

Tel:

+44 (0)1455

Declares that this product has been assessed and complies with the requirements of

Directives.

Changes or modifications to the

could void

the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)

This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause u

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class

part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference when the eq

uipment is operated in a

and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction

manual, may cause harmful interfe

rence to radio communications.

interference will not occur,

in a particular installa

radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is

encourage

d to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorien

t or relocate the receiving antenna.

•

Increase the separation between the equipment

•

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

connected.

•

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician to help.

CE MARKING

COMPLIANCE

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25 14 88

WrenchStar Multi

not expressly approved by Crane Electronics Ltd

ndesired operation.

B

digital device, pursua

residential

environment. This equipment generates, uses,

However, there is

tion.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to

and receiver.

which the receiver is

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the relevant CE

nt to

no guarantee that

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Applicable in the EU and other European Countries with separate collection systems

The symbol shown here and on the product means that the product is classed as Electrical or
Electronics Equipment and should not be disposed with normal commercial waste at the end of its
working life.

The Waste of Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) has been put in place to
recycle products using best available recovery and recycling techniques to minimise the impact on the
environment, treat any hazardous substances and avoid the increasing landfill.

For more detailed information about recycling of this product please contact your local authority or the
Company where you have purchased the product.

Battery pack disposal to take place in line with the AMENDED BATTERIES DIRECTIVE 2013/56/EU.

In Countries outside the EU:

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct way of
disposal.

This manual covers the WrenchStar Multi communicating with an IQVu.
For information on torque transducers or PC software to be used in conjunction with IQVu, please refer to

Corresponding manuals accordingly.

Actual screen shots represented in this manual may differ slightly from those within the IQVu app
depending on version

For information on the operation of an IQVu please refer to its own manual.

Software Version of IQVu app =
Software Version of Torque Module = a) Main processor: 160_vx.x

b) RF processor: 162_vx.x

Software Version of TCI = a) Main processor: 184_vx.x

b) RF processor: 162_vx.x

Software Version of WSM = a) Main processor: 182_vx.x

b) RF processor: 161_vx.x

PRODUCT DISPOSAL

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

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The following items are supplied with the WrenchStar Multi dependant on model specification purchased.
1 x WrenchStar Multi

1 x User Manual (USB)
1 x Quick Start Guide (USB)
1 x Calibration Certificate

Please ensure all items are present and notify Crane Electronics Ltd immediately of any shortages.

DIN Adaptor
Battery Pack
Charging Cradle + Power Supply Unit
Charger
Cable

Operating temperature range -20 to +50 degrees C
Storage temperature range -20 to +50 degrees C
Humidity 10-75% non-condensing
IP Rating IP40 (indoor use only)
The WrenchStar Multi may be wiped clean with a soft cloth.

PACKING LIST

CARE AND STORAGE

SPARES

AND ACCESSORIES

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Size (Nm)

Length

(mm)

(excludes

adaptor) Mass (g)

10 380.3 832
25 380.3 839
75 395.3 926

180 613.3 1494
340 788.3 1956
500 866.5 3500
750 1178.3 5360

Battery

Pack

108.6

The WrenchStar Multi is a wireless production and quality audit wrench which works with the IQVu or TCI.
There is a variant that works with a cable connected to the IQVu. In this case there is no battery pack or RF.
The power comes from the IQVu and the Torque and Angle data are transmitted as digital signals along the
cable to the IQVu.

The WrenchStar Multi reads the Torque and Angle values in real time and converts them to digital values.
The WrenchStar Multi analyses the digital samples using measurement algorithms to calculate properties of
the fastening such as Peak. The WrenchStar Multi communicates the final fastening readings to an IQVu
using RF giving a range of approximately 10m*. If the WrenchStar Multi loses its link to the IQVu, then it
continues to work offline, storing up to 200 readings. It is very easy to pair, (associate the connection), of a
WrenchStar Multi with a particular IQVu.

The WrenchStar Multi contains its own power source which is a Lithium Ion battery pack.
* The RF range depends on the environment in which the WrenchStar Multi and IQVu are being used and

the figure quoted is for a relatively metal free work space with the IQVu in line of sight of the WrenchStar

FEATURES AND DIMENSIONS

OVERVIEW

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Multi.

Physical Measurement: Bi-directional torque and angle, and pulse count
Measurement Modes: Peak Capture of highest torque value during the cycle

Move On Capture of move on point torque during auditing of tightened joint.
Yield Special measurement algorithm for use with joints being taken into

plastic region.

The Wrench supplies its Torque Range (span), PPR (for angle), serial number,
Calibration due date.

Reading Storage: The WrenchStar Multi can store up to 200 readings in offline mode.
LEDs: The WrenchStar Multi has a:

Charge LED used when charging battery pack.
Status LED
Light ring for fastening status.

Torque Measurement: Resolution to 0.006% of transducer span
Sampled every 60 micro-seconds (16,667) per second

Zero Stability: < 0.1% FSD / °C
Static Accuracy: +/-0.25% FSD
Angle Measurement: Sample every 1000 micro-seconds (1,000) per second
Frequency Response: A low pass Bessel Filter is employed for conditioning the transducer signal to

‘eliminate noise’ from the tool measurement

Selectable from 75Hz to 4608Hz

Readings: Readings are organised into subgroups.
Battery Pack: Re-chargeable Lithium Ion battery.

Capacity 2600mAh

3.7V
Weight 108.6g
Useable battery life of 10 hours with normal usage

Communication: Communicates with an IQVu using 2.400GHz RF
Warranty: 1 year manufacturer’s warranty
Display: OLED 32 x 128 pixels white

SPECIFICATIONS