Omega Products TQ514 Installation Manual

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TQ514

Rotary Torque Sensor

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It is the policy of OMEGA Engineering, Inc. to comply with all worldwide safety and EMC/EMI
regulations that apply. OMEGA is constantly pursuing certification of its products to the European New
Approach Directives. OMEGA will add the CE mark to every appropriate device upon certification.

The information contained in this document is believed to be correct, but OMEGA accepts no liability for any
errors it contains, and reserves the right to alter specifications without notice.
WARNING: These products are not designed for use in, and should not be used for, human applications.

Thank You

Thank you for purchasing one of Omega Engineering’s digital non-contact Rotary Torque Sensors. We
know you will be satisfied with the performance and durability of our products.

Intended Use

Model TQ514 is a line of shaft -to-shaft rotary torque sensors for measuring the performance of electric drive
motors, small DC motors, clutches, fans, etc.

This line of sensors incorporates a Full Wheatstone Bridge and transmits the signal to a built-in receiver to
produce a high level analog signal without the use of slip rings. Ball bearing supported shafts will provide
long life and superior performance.

Certificate of Conformance and Calibration Traceability

Omega certifies that the products described herein meet the specifications and performance requirements
described in the pamphlet.

Calibration was performed with a test system util izing a reference load cell or deadweights and an electronic
indicator. The system was within current calibration requirements at the time of the test and is traceable to
the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

Omega Engineering calibration laboratory is accredited to ISO9000-2008

Installation

Install the sensor so that the label “Active End” is facing the place where torque is to be measured, i.e., to
measure the torque applied by a wrench to a bolt, the “Active End” should face the bolt.

Important: The sensor’s housing is NOT intended for use as a structural support.
Do NOT place any loads on the housing.

It is also important that the total stress on the shaft does NOT exceed σ

To calculate the total stress,

max.

use the following equation:

σ = A*Fx + B*Fy + C*Fz + D*Mx + E*M

+ F*Mz

y

And:

TQ514

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Flexible

Model # Capacity Extraneous Load Coefficients

A & B C D & E F

Torsional
Spring Rate
(in #/RAD)

Shaft dia
(inches)

Key
Width
(inches)

σ

max

(psi)

TQ514-003 50 in-oz 1030.0 56.7 223.0 4300.0 182
TQ514-006 100 in-oz 678.0 26.1 102.0 2060.0 556
TQ514-012 200 in-oz 435.0 18l0 70.5 997.0 1660

.375” Flats 18000
TQ514-030 500 in-oz 214.0 10.9 42.7 380.0 7120
TQ514-062 1000 in-oz 104.0 7.3 28.5 175.0 22900
TQ514-100 100 in-lb 724.0 79.5 517.0 431.0 6900
TQ514-200 200 in-lb 363.0 31.6 259.0 216.0 17300
TQ514-500 500 in-lb 145.0 9.3 103.0 86.1 59000
TQ514-1K 1000 in-lb 72.3 3.8 51.7 43.1 149000
TQ514-1.5K 1500 in-lb 55.1 2.8 37.4 33.6 281000

.749” .1875”

84000

.999” .25”
TQ514-2K 2000 in-lb 35.9 2.4 25.7 21.4 378000

For example:
If you are using a 200 in-lb. sensor to measure 100 in-lb. of torque applied by a 10 lb. fan six inches from the
sensor,

Fx = Fz = My = 0,
Fy = 10 lbs

Y-axis

Mx = 10lbs * 6inches = 60 in-lbs

Mz = 100 in-lbs

My

6”

Motor

Couplings

Mz

Sensor

Z axis

The total stress on the shaft would be:

σ = B*Fy + D*Mx + F*Mz
σ = 363*10 + 259*60 + 216*100 = 40,770 psi

since σ

for this model is 84,000 psi, this is acceptable.

max

Wiring

The sensor is supplied with a 10 pin mating connector. When wired, it will contain power in, encoder
(when optioned), and analog signal output connections. Therefore, it is recommended that a cable that
provides a shield around the analog signal wires be used. For example, a cable that provides shielded pairs
would suffice, so that the analog signal wires can be shielded from the power supply and encoder wires.
Ground the shield at the DAQ system that is monitoring this sensor.

The signal output is electrically isolated from the power supply. This is done to prevent ground
loops when the signal is fed into a single ended input. This may cause trouble for a differential input due to
common mode drift. When using differential inputs, ground the negative input to an analog signal ground
on the measuring DAQ system.

Function Connector Description

+12-15Vdc A Power Input

+SIG B Torque signal (nominally ±5V at fullscale)

-SIG (COM)
GND D Power ground

C Torque signal ground

GND E Encoder ground

+5V F Encoder power

CW LEAD G Encoder lead

CW TRAIL H Encoder trail

GND J Shunt calibration

SHUNT K Shunt calibration

Shunt Calibration

When the shunt pins on the sensor connector are shorted, the sensor electronics will apply a shunt to the
strain gage bridge, and shift the voltage output from it’s current position. This is a real shunt of the bridge,
not the star bridge shunt that so many rotary transformer systems use. Reference the calibration sheet for the
shunt calibration value. Remove this short to return the sensor to normal operation.

Cleaning:

The TQ514 is a brushless sensor, and therefore, the only wearing parts are the bearings. For the very low
capacities, TQ514-003 and -006 units, these have oiled bearings and will periodically require a drop of high
quality light machine oil on each. Only a drop is required. Clean environments will require a drop every
360 straight hours of use. Dirty or otherwise harsh environments may require more frequent oiling. All
other capacities have bearings that are permanently lubricated. Do NOT immerse the assembly in the
solvent. This may damage the electronics inside the housing.

Recalibration:

To guarantee accuracy, all sensors s hould be recalibrated on an annual basis.

WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of 13 months from date of purchase. OMEGA’s WARRANTY adds an additional one (1) month
grace period to the normal one (1) year product warranty to cover handling and shipping time. This
ensures that OMEGA’s customers receive maximum coverage on each product.

If the unit malfunctions, it must be returned to the factory for evaluation. OMEGA’s Customer Service
Department will issue an Authorized Return (AR) number immediately upon phone or written request.
Upon examination by OMEGA, if the unit is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no
charge. OMEGA’s WARRANTY does not apply to defects resulting from any action of the purchaser,
including but not limited to mishandling, improper interfacing, operation outside of design limits,
improper repair, or unauthorized modification. This WARRANTY is VOID if the unit shows evidence of
having been tampered with or shows evidence of having been damaged as a result of excessive corrosion;
or current, heat, moisture or vibration; improper specification; misapplication; misuse or other operating
conditions outside of OMEGA’s control. Components in which wear is not warranted, include but are not
limited to contact points, fuses, and triacs.

OMEGA is pleased to offer suggestions on the use of its various products. However,
OMEGA neither assumes responsibility for any omissions or errors nor assumes liability for any
damages that result from the use of its products in accordance with information provided by
OMEGA, either verbal or written. OMEGA warrants only that the parts manufactured by the
company will be as specified and free of defects. OMEGA MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR
REPRESENTATIONS OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT THAT OF
TITLE, AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. LIMITATION OF
LIABILITY: The remedies of purchaser set forth herein are exclusive, and the total liability of
OMEGA with respect to this order, whether based on contract, warranty, negligence,
indemnification, strict liability or otherwise, shall not exceed the purchase price of the
component upon which liability is based. In no event shall OMEGA be liable for
consequential, incidental or special damages.

CONDITIONS: Equipment sold by OMEGA is not intended to be used, nor shall it be used: (1) as a “Basic
Component” under 10 CFR 21 (NRC), used in or with any nuclear installation or activity; or (2) in medical
applications or used on humans. Should any Product(s) be used in or with any nuclear installation or
activity, medical application, used on humans, or misused in any way, OMEGA assumes no responsibility
as set forth in our basic WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER language, and, additionally, purchaser will indemnify
OMEGA and hold OMEGA harmless from any liability or damage whatsoever arising out of the use of the
Product(s) in such a manner.

RETURN REQUESTS/INQUIRIES

Direct all warranty and repair requests/inquiries to the OMEGA Customer Service Department. BEFORE
RETURNING ANY PRODUCT(S) TO OMEGA, PURCHASER MUST OBTAIN AN AUTHORIZED RETURN
(AR) NUMBER FROM OMEGA’S CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT (IN ORDER TO AVOID
PROCESSING DELAYS). The assigned AR number should then be marked on the outside of the return
package and on any correspondence.

The purchaser is responsible for shipping charges, freight, insurance and proper packaging to prevent
breakage in transit.

FOR WARRANTY

RETURNS, please have the
following information available BEFORE
contacting OMEGA:

1. Purchase Order number under which the product

was PURCHASED,

2. Model and serial number of the product under

warranty, and

3. Repair instructions and/or specific problems

relative to the product.

FOR NON-WARRANTY REPAIRS,

consult OMEGA
for current repair charges. Have the following
information available BEFORE contacting OMEGA:

1. Purchase Order number to cover the COST

of the repair,

2. Model and serial number of the product, and

3. Repair instructions and/or specific problems

relative to the product.

OMEGA’s policy is to make running changes, not model changes, whenever an improvement is possible. This affords
our customers the latest in technology and engineering.

OMEGA is a registered trademark of OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.
© Copyright 2010 OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. All rights reserved. This document may not be copied, photocopied,

reproduced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-readable form, in whole or in part, without the
prior written consent of OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.

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