Aimco Brakes AcraDyne iEC iControl DC Tool Controller Users Guide

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Q: HOW CAN I IMPROVE THE TOOL’S REPEATABILITY? 
Generally speaking, slowing the tool down will improve its repeatability. Reducing the RPM 
FREE% value will give the tool more time to react as it approaches the target torque. Reducing 
the DOWNSHIFT TQ and/or RPM DOWN% may als
o have the same effect. Keep in mind that 
tool’s RPM and Downshift points can affect ergonomics and overall productivity also; testing 
and running the tool on an application are the only wa ys to verify that the parameter...

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APPENDIX D: FAQ’S 
 
Q: ANGLE MEASUREMEN
T SEEMS TOO HIGH. 
The controller starts to measure angle  of rotation during the rundown when THOLD 
(threshold torque) is reached. If the thre shold torque setting is below the prevailing 
torque of the joint, the tool will start m easuring angle before the fastener is seated,  
resulting in a higher angle r eading than anticipated. Ensure  that the threshold torque 
value is above any anticipated prevailing torque of the joint. 
 
Q: HOW CAN I RESET TO...

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APPENDIX E: Dual Trigger Lever Functionality for Gen 3-4 tools 
 
•  Tool will not run unless both switches ar e pressed within 1 second of each other.  
•  If the 1 second timer times out, both switc hes must be released to reset the timer. 
•  If either trigger is released the tool stops. 
•  To restart the tool, both switches must  be released and pressed within 1 second of 
each other again. 
•  Note: Logic I/O Run Forward and Run Re verse commands bypass the second trig-
ger functionality. 
•...

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APPENDIX F: TUBE NUT Homing Sequence 
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Tubenut Homing Option: Home on Release and Repress of Trigger:   
•  If Single Trigger Lever:
 
•  Once the rundown is complete, releasing the lever and pressing it  again is required to retu rn the socket to home. 
•  The tool will stop if the lever is released during homing, and will con- tinue when the lever is again pressed. 
•  Once the homing is complete, rel easing the lever and pressing it 
again is required to start the next rundown cycle. 
•  If...

 
 
  
ToolWare 
Operations Manual for PC Software Package to Interact 
with iEC AcraDyne Tool Control Systems  Version 3.0.1.0  
 
 
   
 
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PO Box 16460, Portland OR 97292-0460 • 800-852-1368 • Fax 800-582-9015 
www.aimco-global.com 

Introduction 
ToolWare Version 3.0.1.0 is the software package designed for communicating with AcraDyne DC Electric 
Tool Controllers. 
 
ToolWare provides an easy-to-use, Window s-based platform that can be used for: 
 
■  Tightening strategy programming       ■ Maintenance and calibration alert programming 
■  Collection and viewing of rundown data    ■ Controller configuration programming 
■  Statistical analysis               ■ Tool calibration 
■  Rundown curve analysis                 ■ Batch...

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Contents 
 
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1. Getting Started with ToolWare .......................................................................\
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1.1 Terminology and Abbreviations  .......................................................................\
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1.2 Introduction to ToolWare...

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2.7.3
 Calibrate........................................................................\
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2.8 Rundowns
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2.9 Log Info .......................................................................\
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2.10 Statistics .......................................................................\...

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1. Getting Started with ToolWare 
1.1 Terminology and Abbreviations 
Terminology and abbreviations used in this manual are described in the table 
below. 
Table 1.1 Terminology and Abbreviations  
Term/Abbreviation Explanation 
Tool  AcraDyne Nut runners includ ing Pistol, Straight and Tubenut 
wrench 
Controller  AcraDyne iEC Controller  
CIM Controller Interface Module is an adapter between the 
Controller CAN bus and PC USB port 
Rundown  A complete tightening cycle 
SCC  Spindle Control Card 
CNC...

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1.3  ToolWare Installation  
1.3.1 PC Requirements 
ToolWare requires a PC with 1GB or higher RAM and Windows XP or later 
version OS.  
 
1.3.2 Installing ToolWare 
To install ToolWare: 
   Insert the installation CD and instal lation will start automatically. You can 
also manually start it by  double clicking on “Setup.exe”.  
   Follow instructions on screen to complete installation. 
   User should have Administrative Privileges to install ToolWare.  
 
  It is recommended to have your ToolWa...