Managing torque data

T-Box XL features a 7in high definition colour touch screen and an upgraded processor that allows faster synchronisation with the supplied TDMS PC software. Norbar says it has listened to the marketplace and developed a more sophisticated, user-friendly system.

The new instrument functions in 12 languages, has all common torque units, pre-loaded tool calibration templates and a large memory for results storage. In addition, T-Box XL has a USB interface which connects to a computer, allowing the supplied TDMS software to provide the archiving of test, calibration and graphical results.

A further USB connection on the front of the instrument allows for the connection of ancillary devices such as bar code scanners and keyboards.

Philip Brodey, sales and marketing director for Norbar Torque Tools, said: "As a calibration instrument for all types of torque controlled tool, the T-Box XL together with TDMS and appropriate transducers not only offer the expected Norbar accuracy in capturing torque data. The system provides the software tools for managing a fleet of torque tools over multiple departments or companies.”

"However, the capability of T-Box XL goes way beyond this.  It can also be used as a tool controller and can provide, via TDMS, data archiving and statistical process control.  Combined with torque and angle transducers, T-Box XL can be used for sophisticated joint profile analysis and other applications in which it is vital to understand torque vs. time or torque vs. angle relationships such as valve actuation.”