PBFT VS SPC User Guide

for
Peel Back Force Tester with SPC Capability

Model PBFTVS.USB700
with
™
FORCEWare Software, ver 5.6.0

for Serial Numbers starting at 8561000

Document ver 16.0

Document part no. PBT-002P
CE Compliant
October 11, 2012

®
GPD Global
PBFT VS SPC User Guide 611 Hollingsworth Street, Grand Jct., CO 81505 USA
Prepared by GPD Global Documentation Dept. tel: +1.970.245.0408 fax: +1.970.245.9674
Copyright ©2012 GPD Global e-mail: request@gpd-global.com
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Legal
Trademarks
GPD Global is a registered trade-mark of GPD Global, Inc.
FORCEWare is a trade-mark of GPD Global, Inc.
InstaCal is copyrighted by Measurement Computing.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Throughout this manual, trademarks are used. Rather than put a trademark symbol in every occurrence of a
trademarked name, we state that we are using the names in an editorial fashion only and to the benefit of the
trademark owner with no intention of infringement of the trademark.

Safety Notices

IMPORTANT
For your personal protection, read all instructions before operating this machine.

Strain Gauge - Battery Pack

DO NOT use other types of chargers besides the PBFT built-in battery charger. The strain gauge is
equipped with a rechargeable NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) battery pack which is not accessible to the
operator and should only be replaced by qualified maintenance or technical personnel fully aware of all
safety precautions.

Strain Gauge - Speed

DO NOT strike or jar the strain gauge. Apply pressure to the strain gauge clip in a pulling or pushing
motion, not by hitting or jarring it. Applying force to this precision instrument at an excessive speed may
result in permanent damage to the unit.

Strain Gauge - Force

DO NOT apply force to the strain gauge beyond recommended limit of 1 kg for standard strain gauge or
0.25 kg for 250g strain gauge. Applying excessive weight to this clip, which measures the peel back
force of the cover tape, may result in permanent damage to the unit.

Power Source
Operate the PBFT only from the type of power source indicated on the data plate.

Grounding
The PBFT is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug (a plug with a third grounding pin). The 3-wire
grounding type plug will fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable
to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the grounding plug.

Water & Moisture

DO NOT use the PBFT near water or moisture (damp or wet floor, bench, or table) as corrosion can
affect the smooth, consistent operation of the carriage, and thereby the PBFT readings.

Attachments
DO NOT use attachments not recommended by GPD Global with the PBFT.

Accessories
DO NOT place the PBFT on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The PBFT may fall,
causing serious personal injury and/or damage to unit.

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Table of Contents
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Preventive Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . 38
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Replace Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Calibration Accuracy
Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Verify Motor Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Mechanical Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Motor Speed Re-calibration . . . . . . . 40
Software Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Verify Strain Gauge Operations . . . . 41
Installing Calibration Kit . . . . . . . . . . 43
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1 - Unpack & Assemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
2 - Verify Mechanical Operations . . . . . . . . . 5
3A - Install Interface Card Software . . . . . . . 6 Spare Parts & Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
3B - Connect Computer Hardware . . . . . . . . 7 Suggested Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
3C - Configure Interface Card Software . . . . 7 Suggested Accessory Item . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
4 - Install FORCEWare SPC Software . . . 11
5 - Initial Start Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Configure & Verify . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

1 - Configure PBFT with Computer . . . . . . 14 Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
2 - Verify PBFT Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 SPC Analysis Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
3 - Verify PBFT Strain Gauge . . . . . . . . . . 17 Report & Label Samples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
User Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Basic Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Disabling Live Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
1 - Start Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Language Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
2 - Verify Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Window References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
3 - Configure Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Notebook Mode, Switching to . . . . . . . . . . 94
Advanced Printer Configuration . . . . 22 Assembly Drawings
4 - Open PBFT Control Center . . . . . . . . . 24 Electrical Diagrams & Schematics
5 - Modify Test Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
6 - Load Carrier Tape Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Prepare PBFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Load Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
7 - Run a Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
8 - Additional Operations
Save Test Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Print Test Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Change Unit of Force . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Load Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
SPC Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Cpk on Single Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
9 - Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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Getting Started
To gain a complete understanding of how to set up and operate your Peel Back Force Tester (PBFT),
GPD Global suggests reading the following sections:

• Tour the Overview section to gain an understanding of the purpose of the PBFT, its theory of
operations, and the location and name of its mechanical and software controls.
• Use the Installation instructions and Configure & Verify instructions to properly install and prepare your
PBFT for operations.
• Follow Basic Operations to put your software-driven PBFT into operation.
• For a description of each element used in each window, refer to the Window References appendix.

Overview
This document describes how to use the PBFTVS.USB700 (variable speed Peel Back Force Tester with
USB) and its FORCEWare control software. FORCEWare software drives the variable speed PBFT with
SPC and collects data from it, or can demonstrate such operation. The PBFT provides reliable and
accurate peel back force measurements of cover tape adhesion to surface mount component carrier tapes
ranging in width from 8 mm to 56 mm.

The FORCEWare software package was designed by GPD Global to be compatible with Windows 7,
Windows XP, and Windows Vista operating systems on either a desktop or notebook computer.

FORCEWare software was constructed for easy use with a variety of hardware and contains many new
features requested by our customers. It is, however, not backward compatible with the DOS based
software previously used with the PBFT (PBFT software and MASTERFORCE software).

Function
The GPD Global PBFT accurately measures and records the peel-back force required to remove the cover
tape from surface mount component carrier tape. It accommodates tape widths from 8 mm to 56 mm and
accepts plastic, metal, and paper tape materials in single and dual sprocket configurations. Test results
are recorded for incoming or outgoing taped components.

Theory of Operation
Set up involves loading and aligning a reel or strip of component carrier tape, verifying peel speed,
configuring the printer, and, as needed, modifying test parameters.

Operations consist of zeroing out the strain gauge, logging onto the SPC software, setting the speed
selector to the desired testing speed, and activating a test run.

Test results and speeds are recorded by the SPC software; the peel-back force is also displayed on the
strain gauge LCD. Test results may be saved, printed, or reloaded for SPC analysis.

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Mechanical Controls

Figure 1 PBFT VS - Key elements (shown with Calibration Kit installed)

Figure 2 PBFT VS Control Buttons

Figure 3 Strain Gauge - key elements

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Software Control
All FORCEWare software functions originate with the main window menu bar and its pull-down menus.
Begin all setup, operation, analysis, and reporting functions at this main window.

A detailed description of each function is listed in the Window References appendix.

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Installation
To utilize the FORCEWare software package, use the following installation procedures to:
• install the provided hardware on your computer and, as applicable, on your PBFT;
• connect the computer and PBFT with the provided amplifier cable;
• install the software on your computer; and
• set up an initial user account.

CAUTION: Installation should only be performed by qualified maintenance or technical personnel

fully aware of all safety precautions. Read all safety notices before proceeding with installation.

IMPORTANT: Perform all installation steps in the order presented in this manual.

Installation Procedure
Installing your PBFT is a multi-step process. Perform all
steps in the order listed.

1 Unpack & Assemble

2 Verify Mechanical Operations
3A Install Interface Card Software
3B Install Computer Hardware
3C Configure Interface Card Software
4 Install FORCEWare SPC Software
5 Initial Start Up

1 - Unpack & Assemble

1. Carefully unpack machine - this is a PRECISION INSTRUMENT:
2. Place the machine on a stable, level surface.
3. Visually inspect the machine for any damage due to shipping. If any obvious damage is observed,
contact the GPD Global Service Dept.

CAUTION: Operation of a damaged machine may cause personal injury and/or invalidate the
warranty.

4. Verify that all accessories and documentation have been removed from the crate and packaging.
5. Verify that the draw wheel (see page 2, Figure 1, Item 8) and pressure wheel (Item 7) are in place.
6. Install the reel arm (Item 12) with the provided screws.
7. Plug the PBFT power cord into the PBFT power outlet (located below the power switch (Item 5)). Plug
the other end into a suitable power outlet. See Specifications for power requirement details.

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2 - Verify Mechanical Operations

1. Turn on the PBFT power switch. The power indicator (page 2, Figure 2, Item 2) will light.

2. Verify that the strain gauge (page 2, Figure 1, Item 11) is functional:
a. Verify the following cables are attached to the strain gauge:
• Battery charging cable (page 2, Figure 3, Item 6).
• Data output cable (Figure 3, Item 1).
b. Press and hold the strain gauge power on/off button (Figure 3, Item 4) until a display (Figure 3,
Item 2) appears:
• If the display fails to appear, let the PBFT recharge the strain gauge battery for 30 minutes. If
after this time period the display still fails to appear, refer to Troubleshooting for suggested
action.
• If the display shows a message indicating the battery needs to be charged, let the PBFT
recharge the strain gauge for one hour.

3. Verify that the tape carriage is functional:

a. Press CARRIAGE RELEASE/LOCK (Figure 2, Item 3) to release the tape carriage.
b. Manually position the tape carriage pointer (Figure 1, Item 6) with the zero (0) mark on the Length
of Test scale (see below).

Align tape carriage

c. Press CARRIAGE RELEASE/LOCK to lock the carriage in place.

d. Select a speed on the speed selector (Figure 1, Item 3).
e. Press TEST START (Figure 2, Item 1). The following should occur:
• The tape carriage will automatically travel to the end of its range and stop.
• The TEST START lamp will darken.

CAUTION: If the TEST START light does not darken, IMMEDIATELY turn off the power
switch and contact the GPD Global Service Dept.

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3A - Install Interface Card Software

The InstaCal interface card software must be installed prior to installation of the PBFT control software
(FORCEWare software). InstaCal sets up the interface card and enables testing of card functionality.

To install the InstaCal interface card software:

1. Insert the PBFT VS SPC Software disk in the CD-ROM drive.

2. Double click on the icalsetup.exe file on the CD-ROM drive.
3. Click on the INSTALL INSTACAL button.
4. A series of windows for InstaCal for Windows will display. Click NEXT on the following three windows,
making sure to select Measurement Computing on the third window before clicking NEXT.
InstaCal program installation begins.

5. Review the README information that displays and then continue.

6. When the following window displays, select YES and click OK. The computer will automatically boot
and install the appropriate driver for the new software.

7. Remove the PBFT VS SPC Software disk from the CD-ROM drive.

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3B - Connect Computer Hardware

Installation requires connecting the PBFT interface cable to a USB 2.0 port in a compatible desktop or
notebook computer. For hardware requirements, see Computer Requirements and Video Requirement
under Specifications.

1. If you are installing FORCEWare software as a retrofit, remove the existing converter card from the
computer; otherwise, skip this step.
2. Plug the interface cable into an available USB 2.0 port.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT use USB port extension devices (hub). Plug the interface cable
directly into a computer tower USB port or a laptop computer USB port.

3C - Configure Interface Card Software

The InstaCal interface card software must be configured prior to installation of the FORCEWare software,
the PBFT control software.

To configure the InstaCal interface card software:

1. Run InstaCal by clicking on Start > Programs > Measurement Computing > Install. The following
window displays.

2. When windows similar to the following display, click OK on the Plug and Play Board Detection
window.

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3. A window similar to the following will display. To ensure the correct board is designated as the #0
board, first remove all existing boards from the list:
a. Highlight the Bd#1 selection.

b. Click on Install > Remove All, and then click OK.

c. Close the InstaCal window.

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4. Select the primary board:

a. Restart the InstaCal program by clicking on Start > Programs > Measurement Computing.

b. Click OK on the Plug and Play Board Detection window. A window similar to the following one
should display with only the GPD Global A/D board listed and labeled as the primary board.

5. Power on the PBFT and strain gauge:

a. Turn on the PBFT power switch. The power indicator (page 2, Figure 2, Item 2) will light.
b. Press and hold the strain gauge power on/off button (page 2, Figure 3, Item 4) until a display
(Figure 3, Item 2) appears.

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6. Test the interface card/strain gauge/cable setup:

a. Click on Test > Analog.
b. Select a Signal Source of EXTERNAL and click OK. Spikes in the line, prior to selecting
EXTERNAL, are normal due to random environmental noise. Spikes should disappear once
EXTERNAL is selected.

c. Apply force to the strain gauge. The Analog Loop Back Test panel should display strain gauge
changes. If changes are not evident, check for power to the PBFT and Strain Gauge and repeat
interface card setup to verify correct configuration. If problems persist, call the GPD Global
Service Dept.

7. Exit InstaCal software.

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4 - Install FORCEWare SPC Software

To install FORCEWare SPC software:

1. Verify that InstaCal interface card software has been installed. If you have not already done so, install
the interface card per the 3A - Install Interface Card Software instructions.

IMPORTANT: The InstaCal interface card software must be installed prior to installing the
FORCEWare SPC software.

2. If a prior version of FORCEWare software was previously installed, remove it prior to installing the
current version of FORCEWare software.

IMPORTANT: It is strongly recommended that any previous versions of FORCEWare

software be removed prior to installation of a newer version of FORCEWare software.

All software versions prior to 5.6.0 are incompatible with hardware issued beginning with
serial number 8561000. Software versions 5.6.0+ are compatible with both old and new
hardware.

3. Insert the PBFT VS SPC Software disk in the CD-ROM drive.

4. Double click on the FORCEWare.msi file on the CD-ROM drive.
5. A series of standard installation windows will display - follow the instructions as presented.
6. When the PBFT/FORCEWare Configuration Utility window displays, configure the software to the
strain gauge cable. This is typically done by entering the serial number using the Configure tab.

Click the Configure tab, enter

the machine serial number,
and click FINISH.

Alternatively, configuration can be done in the Advanced tab if

problems arise during configuration by serial number. Click the
Advanced tab, select the applicable Analog Input Range, click the
Reverse Polarity checkbox if needed to correspond to the
InputReversePolarity registry value, and then click FINISH.

NOTE: The Configuration Utility may also be used separately from installation by opening it from the
START menu shortcut. You must be logged in at the administrator level to open the utility.

7. When installation is complete, remove the PBFT VS SPC Software disk from the CD-ROM drive.

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5 - Initial Start Up
Create a password for the master user account (administrator) with access to all aspects of the control
software.

For initial access to the program:

1. Create a password for the master/administrator user account:

a. Click on START > GPD Global > FORCEWare. (The Windows START button is located in the
screen’s lower left hand corner.)
b. Answer OK to each of the prompts warning that the software has not been configured. The main
control window displays.

c. Click OK on the main control window. A prompt for the administrator password displays.

d. Enter the administrator password. A confirmation prompt displays.

e. Enter the administrator password again and click OK.

NOTE: Keep a record of this password. If you lose the administrator password, the only recourse
is to uninstall and then reinstall the FORCEWare software to clear the password (user
data is preserved).

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2. Click on LOGIN. The Accounts tab of the Account Manager window appears.

3. As necessary, set up additional user names and the corresponding passwords and access rights.
See Appendices, User Access for details.
4. Set the defaults in the Print tab. See Appendices, Window References, Account Manager - Print for
details.
5. Set the defaults in the Data tab. See Appendices, Window References, Account Manager - Data for
details.
6. Click SAVE USER.
7. Press EXIT to exit the FORCEWare software. Notice the “Not Logged In” status message that now
displays above the User Name field.

You may now log on as the administrator using the new administrator password.

IMPORTANT: Prior to operating the PBFT, the software MUST be configured and verified. Refer to
the following Configure & Verify instructions.

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Configure & Verify Calibration

Generally, the following procedures for configuring the PBFT and verifying calibration of its speed control
and strain gauge to the FORCEWare control software are performed only for initial start up. However, if
accuracy performance deteriorates, the following Verify PBFT Speed and Verify PBFT Strain Gauge
procedures should be repeated. These procedures may be performed on a regular basis to prevent
accuracy problems from developing.

Configure & Verify Calibration Procedure

Configuring and verifying calibration of your PBFT is a three step process. Perform all of the
following steps in the order listed:

1 - Configure PBFT with Computer

2 - Verify PBFT Speed
3 - Verify PBFT Strain Gauge

1 - Configure PBFT with Computer

To configure the PBFT with the computer interface card:

1. Verify that both the computer and PBFT are powered on.
2. If not already done, perform Initial Start Up.
3. Perform the following Verify PBFT Speed procedure.

2 - Verify PBFT Speed

Verifying the PBFT speed dial requires repeating a simple procedure for each speed setting. First, set the
mechanical speed selector to a speed, then select the corresponding software speed value, and finally,
click on the software Calibrate button.

To verify the FORCEWare software to the PBFT speed indicator:

1. If this is an initial set up, first perform the preceding Configure PBFT with Computer procedure.

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2. From the main window menu bar, click on Setup > Calibrate Speed. The Calibrate Speed window
appears.

100 mm to 600 mm Configuration: Prior to calibration or in 100 mm to 300 mm Configuration: Prior to calibration or in
reset condition reset condition

3. Verify speeds:
a. First, verify that the speed range shown in the Calibrate Speed window matches the speed range
on the speed dial hardware. Speeds will range either from 100 to 300 or from 100 to 600.

The maximum speed should be the same on the hardware knob & in the software.

b. If the maximum speed on the speed dial hardware is 600 mm, skip to step 4; otherwise, continue
with step 3.c.

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c. If the maximum speed is 300 mm, you may need to input speed settings to match the hardware:
i. Compare the individual settings in the speed fields displayed in the Calibrate Speed window
to the hardware dial speeds. They should match the values shown here.

The speeds on the simulated dial should match those positioned around the hardware dial.

ii. If the speed settings in the Calibrate Speed window do not match, input the following values:
100, 120, 140, 160, 180, 200, 220, 240, 260, 280, and 300.

4. Coordinate the hardware dial with the simulated dial:

a. Turn the Speed Selector dial on the PBFT until it points to the 100 mm/min setting.
b. Click the CALIBRATE button displayed in the window (using either the mouse or press ENTER on
the computer keyboard).
c. Turn the PBFT dial to the next setting, and again click CALIBRATE.
d. Continue to set the dial and click on CALIBRATE for each speed. When complete, the window
should look similar to the one below with values to the right of each speed designation. The
values now displayed are in raw data format for the interface card.

100 mm to 600 mm Configuration: Speed values should differ 100 mm to 300 mm Configuration: Speed values should differ
by a consistently similar incremental amount. by a consistently similar incremental amount.

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e. The incremental difference between the displayed values should be a consistently similar amount.
If they are not, re-calibrate the PBFT by clicking on RESET and then repeating step 4.

5. When you are satisfied with the displayed calibration values, verify that the PBFT Speed Selector dial
and the simulated dial are synchronized. For example, notice that the simulated dial in the previous
illustration is set to 200 mm/min. This should indicate that the Speed Selector dial on the PBFT is set
to 200 mm/min.

The dials are coordinated if, as you turn the Speed Selector dial on the PBFT in turn to each speed
increment, the simulated dial responds by changing to the same setting. If this is not the case, click
RESET and repeat steps 4 and 5.

6. Click ACCEPT to save the changes.

3 - Verify PBFT Strain Gauge

Calibrating the control software with the PBFT strain gauge is simply a matter of first calibrating the
software without a load on the strain gauge and then calibrating the software again with a load (a weight in
the upper range) on the strain gauge. Use the GPD Global Strain Gauge Verification Kit (PBT-107) to
verify strain gauge operations.

To calibrate the FORCEWare software to the PBFT strain gauge:

1. If this is an initial set up, be sure to first complete the Verify PBFT Speed procedure; otherwise, skip to
the next step.

2. From the main window menu bar, click on Setup > Calibrate Strain Gauge. The Calibrate Strain
Gauge window appears.

Setting prior to strain gauge verification

3. Prepare the PBFT strain gauge:

a. Verify that the PBFT strain gauge is powered on.
b. With no load on the strain gauge, press the strain gauge ZERO button.

CAUTION: Use only the strain gauge buttons specified by these instructions. Use of
strain gauge buttons and programming beyond what is designated in these instructions
could adversely affect strain gauge performance.

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c. Verify that the unit of force (g, kg, N, or lb) displayed by the strain gauge is the same unit of
measure displayed across the top of the Calibrate Strain Gauge window. If they do not agree,
either change the unit of force in the user account to agree with the strain gauge or calculate the
conversion when asked to enter the strain gauge reading.

NOTE: Do not use the ozf unit of measure offered by the strain gauge as this option is not
currently supported by FORCEware software.

4. Click the CALIBRATE button in the No Load row of the Calibrate Strain Gauge window.

Verify the strain gauge with NO load.

5. Place a load on the strain gauge and allow the weight to stabilize. Note the value of the strain gauge
reading.

NOTE: A maximum load of 150-200 grams is recommended.

6. Enter the value of the strain gauge reading in the Strain Gauge field of the With Load row. Then click
on the CALIBRATE button in the same row.

Verify the strain gauge WITH a load.

Results similar to those shown above should display. If an “Unacceptable Range” prompt appears,
click CANCEL and repeat steps 5 and 6. Check to be sure the same unit of force is being used in the
software and on the strain gauge. If the message continues to appear, use a lighter load on the strain
gauge.

7. Click ACCEPT in the Calibrate Strain Gauge window. Calibration is now complete.

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Basic Operations
The basic process used to run a peel back force test Basic Operations Steps
with FORCEWare software and report the results is
summarized at right. Operating your PBFT requires the following
nine basic steps. Perform all steps in the
order listed:
1 - Start Up
1 - Start Up
IMPORTANT: You must perform Configure & 2 - Verify Speed
Verify prior to initial operations. 3 - Configure Printer
4 - Open PBFT Control Center
Power on equipment and login to the control 5 - Modify Test Parameters
software: 6 - Load Carrier Tape
7 - Run a Test
1. Power on and setup the PBFT and its strain 8 - Perform any of the various Additional
gauge: Operations: Save Results, Print Results,
a. Verify the PBFT power switch (page 2,
Change Unit of Force, Load Results, or
Figure 1, Item 5) is turned on.
b. Turn the speed selector (Figure 1, Item 3) to SPC Analysis.
desired testing speed. 9 - Shutdown
c. Press and hold the strain gauge power on/off
button (page 2, Figure 3, Item 4) until a
display (Figure 3, Item 2) appears.
d. Verify the strain gauge is set to the desired unit of measure. If not, select desired units with the
UNITS button (Figure 3, Item 3).
e. Press ZERO (Figure 3, Item 5) on the strain gauge. The display should read zero.

2. Power on the computer configured for use with the PBFT.

3. Open the FORCEWare software by clicking on START > GPD Global > FORCEWare. (The Windows
START button is located in the screen’s lower left hand corner.)

4. Log on using a user account with the appropriate access rights for the operations to be performed:
a. In the main window, type in a user name and password.
b. Click on LOGIN. The text above the user name field changes to “Logged in: [user name]”.

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2 - Verify Speed
Verify that the PBFT Speed Selector dial and the simulated software dial are synchronized:

1. In the main window menu bar, click on Setup > Calibrate Speed. The Calibrate Speed window
appears.
2. Turn the Speed Selector dial on the PBFT, in turn, to each speed increment. At the same time, note
the response of the simulated dial; it should respond by changing to the same setting.

The white pointer on the simulated dial should change position to agree with the
actual speeds selected on the PBFT.

3. Choose one:
C If the dials are synchronized properly, click ABORT.
C If the dials are NOT synchronized properly, perform Verify PBFT Speed.

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3 - Configure Printer
As needed, you may change the printer configuration defaults for report dimensions and appended report
text. These defaults can be overridden from the Print tab of the Create Preset window by users with
access to that area.

For samples of sized reports and reports with appended text, refer to Report & Label Samples.

To change printer configuration:

1. From the main window menu bar, click on Setup > Configure Accounts.
2. In the Accounts tab, select the user name for which you want to configure printer defaults. Enter the
corresponding password.
3. Click on the Print tab.

4. As needed, change report dimensions by sliding the Output Scale slider to the desired percentage of
full size.
5. Choose a label or form output based on the Use As Form description in Appendices, Window
References, Accounts Manager - Print.

OUTPUT A: Labels for Labels or Files OUTPUT B: Form Prompts at Start of Test

To select labels for printed documents or To select that the user be prompted to input a
for naming format of data file output, value when a test is run,

-> disable (uncheck/blank) the Use As -> enable (check) the Use As Form check box.
Form check box.

6. As needed, add, change, or delete text in any of the fields in the User-Defined Output panel.
7. As needed, use the advanced printer configuration to design your own report and label format. For
details, refer to the following Advanced Printer Configuration procedure.
8. When all changes are complete, select the Accounts tab and click SAVE.

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Advanced Printer Configuration

The Advanced Printer Configuration window lets you customize the format of reports and labels by
defining the content and the order in which the content prints on the report or label. Basically, report
format is defined in the Results Format panel, label format is defined in the Label Format panel, and the
variables available for use in both format panels are listed in the Legend panel. Once your report or label
is formatted, you can adjust the printed line spacing using the Text Spacing slider.

To customize the format of a report or label:

1. Open the Advanced Printer Configuration window:

a. If the Print tab of the Account Manager window is not already open:
i. Go to the main window menu bar and click on Setup > Configure Accounts.
ii. Select the user name for which you want to configure printer defaults. Enter the
corresponding password.
iii. Then select the Print tab of the Account Manager window.
b. Click on the ADVANCED button. If the Advanced Printer Configuration window does not open,
then it has been password protected in the Access tab of the Account Manager User window.

2. Format a report or label:

a. Type text in the Results Format panel (for reports) or in the Label Format panel (for labels) exactly
the way you want it to appear when printed.
b. Make use of the Legend variables by typing the pound symbol (#) and the variable numeral
wherever you want “data associated with that variable” to print. Review how variables are used in
the label format in the graphic below:

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Another example: Notice that Legend variable #1 equates to date and variable #2 equates to file
name. These variables equate to the file name and test date of a particular peel test. If you were
to type the following in the Results Format panel:

Filename: #2
#1

and, assuming the test date is 10/20/05 and the file name is TEST FILE, then the resulting report
would look like this:

Filename: TEST FILE

10/20/05

3. As needed, use the Text Spacing slider to adjust the height of the space between the lines of printed
text.

4. To save your changes to the Print tab and exit the Advanced Printer Configuration window, click on
ACCEPT. To exit without saving changes, click on ABORT.

5. To save your changes for the currently selected user name, go to the Accounts tab and click SAVE
USER. Then click on EXIT to exit the Account Manager window.

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4 - Open PBFT Control Center

From the main menu bar, click on PBFT > Activate PBFT. The PBFT Control Center window appears.

For user accounts with the appropriate access rights, the OPTIONS, LOAD RESULTS, and UNIT OF
FORCE buttons will be available for use. For further details about these options, refer to 8 - Additional
Operations.

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5 - Modify Test Parameters

As needed, change the test parameters:

1. Click the OPTIONS button in the PBFT Control Center window. The Test Parameter Options window
appears.

2. As needed, change parameters and the Samples/mm setting. When entering parameters, enter the
data in keeping with the current unit of force. Slower computers may require a lower sampling setting,
i.e., decrease the number of Samples/mm.

3. Click ACCEPT.

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6 - Load Carrier Tape

Load the PBFT with carrier tape according to standard operating procedures:

Prepare PBFT
1. Verify the PBFT is turned on.

2. Place a reel of component carrier tape on the reel arm (page 2, Figure 1, Item 12).

3. Align the tape carriage:

a. Press CARRIAGE RELEASE/LOCK (page 2, Figure 2, Item 3) until it lights. The tape carriage
should move freely.
b. Manually move the tape carriage toward the left until its pointer (Figure 1, Item 6) aligns with zero
(0) on the Length of Test scale.

Align draw wheel carriage

c. Press CARRIAGE RELEASE/LOCK. The carriage should lock in place.

Load Tape
1. Feed carrier tape (see figure below, Item 1) under the tape deflector (Item 2) to the tape carriage (Item
4).

2. Gently peel back a short length of the cover tape (Item 3) from the carrier tape.

Feed tape to tape carriage

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3. Feed carrier tape through the tape carriage:

a. Press the draw wheel handle (see figure below, Item 3) down and push the spring-loaded knob
(Item 2). This locks the draw wheel rollers (Item 1) in the open position.

Tape carriage

b. To accommodate the width of the carrier tape, use the adjustment screws (Item 6) to adjust the
tape guides (Item 5). The tape must feed through the guides with a minimum of resistance or else
peel back force values will be affected.
c. Lay the tape over the draw wheel (Item 4), aligning the tape holes with the draw wheel pins.
d. Release the draw wheel rollers by pushing down on the draw wheel handle. The spring-loaded
knob releases the rollers to hold the tape in place.

4. If necessary, use the adjusting knob

(see figure below, Item 1) to align the
lateral position of the strain gauge so the
strain gauge clip (Item 2) is in-line and
centered with the tape in the tape
carriage.

5. Grasp the cover tape and gently peel

back a length just long enough to reach
from the draw wheel to the strain gauge Feed and align tape
clip.

6. Secure the end of the cover tape in the clip. Verify that the peel back point (Item 3) is within 40 mm of
the draw wheel.

CAUTION: DO NOT strike or jar the strain gauge. Apply pressure to the strain gauge clip in a
gentle pulling or pushing motion, not by hitting or jarring it. Applying force to this precision
instrument at an excessive speed may result in permanent damage to the unit.

CAUTION: DO NOT apply force to the strain gauge beyond recommended limit of 1 kg for standard
strain gauge or 0.25 kg for 250g strain gauge. Applying excessive weight to this clip, which
measures the peel back force of the cover tape, may result in permanent damage to the unit.

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7 - Run a Test
To run a peel back force test:

1. Select either the current user or a preset from the Active Preset drop-down menu. For details about
presets, refer to Presets. Your selection determines which set of parameters will be applied to the test
run.

2. Click the START button in the PBFT Control Center window. When the test starts, the appearance of
the START button will change – it becomes a STOP button. You may stop the test at any time by
clicking on the STOP button or pressing ENTER on the keyboard.

Ready to run test - click on START Test stopped by clicking on STOP

3. When the test is complete, a Test Results window

appears. At this point, you have the following
choices:

C Note the Pass or Fail status and then click

CLOSE to exit Test Results.

C Note the PBFT Control Center window - the

mean is now displayed on the graph, indicated
by a solid red line followed by the letter M.

C To view these test results again, click the VIEW

STATISTICS button in PBFT Control Center.

C If errors were made while entering user-defined field and output data prior to running the test, you
may (with proper access permissions) modify the data by clicking on the USER FIELDS button.
No statistical data can be modified. For complete details, refer to Login and User Defined Fields
in the APPENDICES section.

4. Choose one:
C To save or print results, continue with Save Test Results and/or Print Test Results.
C To exit the PBFT Control Center window and return to the main window, click EXIT.

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8 - Additional Operations
After a test is run, various operations are available with the proper password access: saving and printing
test results, saving log files, changing the unit of force, loading previous test results, and SPC analysis.

SAVE TEST RESULTS

To save test results:

1. Click SAVE RESULTS in the PBFT Control Center window. Data Storage appears. If a prompt to set
a default path appears, click OK or press ENTER to continue.

2. To select a path:
a. Enable the appropriate check box (Data or Add to SPC).
b. Click the corresponding BROWSE button. A window similar to the following one appears.

c. Locate and select the directory into which you wish to save the file, then click OK. The selected
path appears in the Data Storage window.

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3. If desired, set the newly selected path as the default by clicking on the SET AS DEFAULT button in
the Data Storage window. The next time the save function is activated, the default path will appear
automatically in Data Storage.

HINT: The default save directory for a specific user/vendor may also be specified in the Data tab of
the Account Manager and Create Preset windows. This enables the user to log on as a
vendor and have all of that vendor’s information stored in a location specifically defined for
their data.

4. Repeats steps 2 and 3 if additional data storage options are to be used.

5. To assign a file name:

a. Click on SAVE in Data Storage. Save As appears. The default file name will appear in the
following format:

MMDDhhmm

where MM is month, DD is day, hh is hour, and mm is minute. You may change the file name if
you wish.

b. To store the data, click SAVE in the Save As window. If multiple data storage options (Data, Add
to SPC) are enabled, a Save As window will appear, in sequence, for each option.

6. To exit Data Storage, click EXIT.

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PRINT TEST RESULTS

SPC test results, with the exception of histograms, can be printed in graph and label formats. See
examples in Report & Label Samples.

To print test results:

1. Click the PRINT RESULTS button in the PBFT Control Center window. A prompt about Print Results
appears.

2. Choose one:
C To print graph format, click OK.
C To print ONLY label format, click CANCEL - this skips graph printing and a Print Labels prompt
appears. Now click OK.

3. A standard print window appears (unless the Use Default Printer option has been selected in the Print
tab of the Account Manager window). Select a printer, the number of copies, and click OK.

4. If you chose to print a graph in step 3, you will be prompted now to print a label. If you select OK, the
same Print window as shown in the previous step will appear. Select the label printer and the number
of desired labels, and then click OK.

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CHANGE UNIT OF FORCE

As needed, you may change the unit of force and then save or print again.

To change the unit of force:

1. Click the UNIT OF FORCE button in the PBFT Control Center window. The Unit of Force window
appears.

2. Select the desired unit.

3. Click ACCEPT. The Force and Vertical Increment indicators on the PBFT Control Center reflect the
current unit of force. The same will be reflected on the printed graph as well.

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LOAD RESULTS
As needed, you may load the results for a single test run and then view its statistics, change the unit of
force, print the results, and save the results.

To load test results:

1. Click the LOAD RESULTS button in the PBFT Control Center window. The Open window appears.

2. Select a single file and click OPEN. The data for the selected file will display as a graph in the PBFT
Control Center. Also, the Active Preset field displays the name of the file, and all the peel test
parameters from that test are loaded.

3. You may now act on this data using any of the PBFT Control Center buttons to which the currently
selected user name has access rights.

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SPC ANALYSIS
As needed, process test results using SPC Analysis. SPC analysis basically consists of selecting the
SPC files to be analyzed and then choosing the appropriate analysis tools. Analysis results may also be
printed.

To select the appropriate files for analysis:

1. Click SPC > SPC Analysis in the main window menu bar. The Period Selection window appears.

2. As needed, change the Active Directory:

a. Click on the BROWSE button to the right of the Active Directory field. A window similar to the
following one appears.

b. Locate and select the directory from which you wish to select files, then click OK. The selected
path displays in the Active Directory field of the Period Selection window.

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3. As needed, set the newly selected path as the default by clicking the SET AS DEFAULT button in the
SPC Analysis window. The next time the SPC analysis function is activated, the default path will
display automatically in SPC Analysis.

The default save directory for a specific user/vendor may also be specified in the Data tab of the
Account manager window and the Create Preset window. This enables the user to log on as a vendor
and obtain all of that vendor’s information stored from a location specifically defined for their data.

4. Choose a method of SPC data selection based on either time or the active directory:

METHOD A: Period of Time METHOD B: Active Directory

To select test results from a user-defined To select test results from the directory defined in
date and time span: the Active Directory field:

a. Enable the Period (MM/DD/YYYY a. Click the BROWSE button (lower left hand
HH/MM) check box. corner). Select SPC Files appears.
b. Enter dates and times as appropriate b. Select as many files from this location as
for the date and time span you want needed and click OPEN. The file names of the
to include. As you change the selected files will display in a panel in the
values in the period selection fields, Period Selection window.
the panel containing file names will
update. HINT: Select a minimum of 5 files.
c. Go to step 5.
c. Go to step 5.

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5. Click ACCEPT. SPC Analysis appears displaying a graph of the selected file data.

6. As needed, analyze the data using the tools available in the SPC Analysis window. For details, refer
to SPC Analysis Tools.

For further details about each entity on the SPC Analysis window, refer to SPC Analysis. For
examples of available reports, refer to Report & Label Samples.

7. As needed, click PRINT to print the displayed data.

8. As needed, click SELECT DATA to select a different set of files or a different date and time span. The
Period Selection window will reappear.

9. To exit SPC Analysis, click EXIT.

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Cpk on Single Tests

A “per test” statistic that calculates the Cpk of all recorded individual test points (graphed data) is available
when the access option is enabled for the user in the account manager. When enabled, a “Cpk ST” value
will display with other test results. Additionally, the Cpk value may be printed on labels and reports.

To calculate a Cpk value for an individual test run:

1. Enable Cpk calculation:

a. Go to the main menu bar, click on Setup > Configure Accounts. Account Manager appears.
b. Click on the Access tab.
c. Move the“Cpk Single Test” option between the disabled and enabled lists by either double clicking
on the option or selecting the option and clicking the appropriate arrow.
d. Click SAVE to save the settings.
2. Run a test per standard practices.

NOTE: The upper and lower specification limits used for the test run are also used in the calculation of
the Cpk value.

9 - Shutdown
To exit and shutdown operations:

1. Exit the FORCEWare software by clicking EXIT in the main menu bar of the main window, and then
clicking OK on the resulting prompt.

2. Power off the strain gauge by pressing the strain gauge OFF button.

3. Power off the PBFT by turning off the power switch.

4. Power off the computer and, as applicable, the printer.

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Maintenance
Follow these maintenance rules at all times:

#1 ONLY QUALIFIED MAINTENANCE OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL fully aware of all safety

precautions should perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.
#2 READ ALL SAFETY NOTICES before proceeding.
#3 ALWAYS POWER OFF the PBFT and strain gauge before performing any maintenance.

Preventive Maintenance Schedule

Although the PBFT is a delicate apparatus, it is a low maintenance piece of equipment. Basic
maintenance considerations such as wiping dust from the unit's exterior with a soft clean cloth and
covering it with a cloth cover during periods of non-use are the only maintenance steps necessary aside
from the periodic ones listed.

CAUTION: Power off both the PBFT and the strain gauge before performing any maintenance.

IMPORTANT: Due to the main purpose of the PBFT – to take accurate measurements – it is
strongly recommended that calibration be verified on a regular (at least monthly) basis.

Maintenance Schedule
INTERVAL LOCATION ACTION TO TAKE

Weekly Machine Exterior Clean exterior panels with soft dry cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners.

Control buttons Inspect button switches and lamps (see Appendix, Drawing PBFT-3D5,
Items 57, 58, 60) for burn out. Replace if necessary. See the Replace
Lamp procedure that follows. To replace switch, see "Control button
ineffective" symptom in Troubleshooting.

Monthly Carriage Motor Verify motor speed with Verify Motor Speed.

Strain Gauge Verify operations with Verify Strain Gauge Operations.

Six Months Set Screws Remove PBFT cover (see Appendix, Drawing PBFT-3D5, Item 39) and
inspect all set screws and tighten if necessary.

Travel Shafts Lubricate travel shafts (see Appendix, Drawing PBFT-3D5, Item 73):
1. Remove PBFT cover (see Appendix, Drawing PBFT-3D5, Item 39).
2. Clean the two travel shafts.
3. Lubricate both shafts with a small drop of light machine oil so
carriage moves smoothly.

Gear Rack Inspect gear rack (see Appendix, Drawing PBFT-3D5, Item 38) and, if
necessary, clean debris from teeth.

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Replace Lamp
To replace control button lamp (Drawing PBFT-3D5, Item 60):

1. Obtain new lamp. See Suggested Spare Parts.

2. Pull off plastic button cover (Drawing PBFT-3D5, Items 53, 54, or 56)
3. Twist and pull out old lamp. Then install new lamp and reinstall cover.

Calibration Accuracy
Motor speed and strain gauge operations are verified at the factory for accuracy of operations; however, if
these need to be re-verified, re-calibrate per the following instructions.

Verify Motor Speed

Use a stop watch when verifying motor speed.

1. Set speed selector to 100 mm.

2. Align tape carriage:
a. Press CARRIAGE RELEASE/LOCK to release the tape carriage.
b. Align tape carriage's pointer at zero on
Length of Test scale.
c. Press CARRIAGE RELEASE/LOCK again
to lock the carriage in position.
3. Simultaneously, press TEST START and start
your stop watch. When 60 seconds has elapsed,
the pointer should be aligned with the 100 mm
mark on the Length of Test scale.
Location of Tape Carriage and Length of Test Scale
IMPORTANT: If inaccurate alignment
results, perform the Motor Speed Re-calibration procedure.

4. Using the appropriate chart (600 or 300 mm/min), verify all motor speeds, re-calibrating as needed.

600 MM/MIN MODEL 300 MM/MIN MODEL

To test the pointer when the stop To test the pointer when the stop
this speed: should be aligned at: watch has timed: this speed: should be aligned at: watch has timed:

100 mm 100 mm 60 seconds 100 mm 100 mm

150 mm 150 mm 120 mm 120 mm

200 mm 100 mm 140 mm 140 mm 60 seconds

250 mm 125 mm 30 seconds 160 mm 160 mm

300 mm 150 mm 180 mm 180 mm

350 mm 175 mm 200 mm 100 mm

400 mm 100 mm 15 seconds 220 mm 110 mm

450 mm 150 mm 20 seconds 240 mm 120 mm

30 seconds
500 mm 125 mm 15 seconds 260 mm 130 mm

550 mm 110 mm 12 seconds 280 mm 140 mm

600 mm 150 mm 15 seconds 300 mm 150 mm

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Motor Speed Re-calibration

Re-calibrating motor speed consists of adjusting the voltage to the motor by varying the related trim pot.

To re-calibrate motor speed:

1. Remove the top cover from the PBFT and slide it back away from the front cover to expose the speed
select board inside. The two outside rows of trim pots control motor speeds.

2. Set the PBFT speed selector to the speed to be calibrated.

3. Locate the correlating trim pot on the speed select board.

Correlation of speed to trim pot

4. Adjust the trim pot by turning it slightly:

• to increase speed, turn trim pot clockwise
• to decrease speed, turn trim pot counterclockwise

5. Verify the new setting by repeating Verify Motor Speed instructions and repeating the above motor
speed Re-calibration steps as necessary.

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Verify Strain Gauge Operations

Use the following procedure to verify strain gauge operations. To install the Strain Gauge Calibration Kit
(PBT-107), refer to Installing Calibration Kit instructions.

IMPORTANT: Re-calibration will be necessary if the strain gauge is replaced or repaired.

To verify strain gauge operations:

1. Turn the PBFT power switch on.

2. Press and hold the strain gauge power on/off button until a display appears.

CAUTION: DO NOT strike or jar the strain gauge. Apply pressure to the strain gauge clip in a
pulling or pushing motion, not by hitting or jarring it. Applying force to this precision instrument at
an excessive speed may result in permanent damage to the unit.

3. Verify the strain gauge is set to 'kg' units. If not, select 'kg' with the UNITS button (page 2, Figure 3,
Item 3) and then press the ZERO button (page 2, Figure 3, Item 5) to reset the strain gauge to zero.

4. Slide the calibration kit's pulley extension arm onto the PBFT base plate (see below and page 2,
Figure 1, Item 9).

Calibration Kit installed

5. Position the arm so that a weight will hang.

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6. Verify the strain gauge's display and millivolt outputs:

CAUTION: DO NOT apply more than one (1) kilogram of force to the strain gauge clip. Applying
excessive weight to this clip, which measures the peel back force of the cover tape, may result in
permanent damage to the unit.

a. To verify that the strain gauge is performing in linear fashion, take voltage readings:
(1) Disconnect the data output cable (see graphic below at left) from the strain gauge.
(2) Take voltage reading across pins 11 and 12 (see graphic below at right).

b. With zero (0) grams (no weight), the strain gauge should display 0.000 and measure less than 5
millivolts. Voltage measured at the connector on the side of the PBFT should be at or near zero
(0) volts. Make note of this voltage and its polarity.

c. Verify the display and output with a 50 gram weight:

(1) Attach the 50 gram weight. The

strain gauge should display 0.050
kilograms ±.003 kg.

CAUTION: Support the

weight while laying its line
over the arm's pulley and
clipping the hook ring in the
tape clip.

CAUTION: GENTLY
release the weight load
onto the strain gauge.

(2) Measure the voltage and

polarity. Calibration Kit installed on PBFT
(3) Subtract the voltage previously measured in step 6.b. Make note of the resulting new
voltage which represents 50 grams.
(4) Remove the 50 gram weight.

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d. Verify the display and output with a 100 gram weight:

(1) Attach 100 gram weight. The strain gauge should display 0.100 ±.005 kg.
(2) Measure the voltage and polarity.
(3) Subtract the voltage previously measured in step 6.b. Make note of the resulting new
voltage which represents 100 grams and is twice the voltage of the 50 gram weight ±.01
volts.
(4) Remove the 100 gram weight.

e. Verify the display and output with a 200

gram weight:
(1) Attach the 200 gram weight. The
strain gauge should display 0.200 PBFT Weight Declaration
±.010 kg. Issued by:
(2) Measure the voltage and polarity. GPD Global
(3) Subtract the voltage previously
measured in step 6.b. Make note of Equipment: * Peel Back Force Tester
the resulting new voltage which * Strain Gauge Verification Kit
represents 200 grams and is twice * 50, 100, & 200 Gram Weights
the voltage of the 100 gram weight
Part Nos: PBT-0505 (50 gram weight)
±.02 volts.
PBT-0506 (100 gram weight)
(4) Remove the 200 gram weight.
PBT-0507 (200 gram weight)
IMPORTANT: If verification results are
Declaration: All weights are within ±0.02% of
unsatisfactory (if the readings are not
nominal and are NIST Class F
within the afore-mentioned voltages, and if
traceable.
the strain gauge display values are not
within the afore-mentioned grams), call the
GPD Global Service Dept.

7. Remove the calibration kit.

Installing Calibration Kit

The calibration kit is a tool used to help
verify strain gauge operations. To install
the calibration kit on the PBFT:

1. Slide the kit pulley extension arm

onto the PBFT base plate.
2. Position the arm so that a weight will
hang.
3. Attach a weight (50, 100, or 200
grams):
a. Support the weight while laying
its line over the pulley and
clipping the hook ring in the tape
clip.
b. GENTLY release the weight onto
the strain gauge.
4. Verify that the strain gauge displays Calibration Kit installed
the actual mass of the weight.

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Troubleshooting
CAUTION: ONLY QUALIFIED MAINTENANCE OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL fully aware of all
safety precautions should perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.

CAUTION: Power off both the PBFT and strain gauge before performing any troubleshooting.

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION TO TAKE

Control button lamp Lamp is defective. Replace lamp (Assembly Drawing PBFT-3D5, Item 60):
not lighting. 1. Obtain new lamp. See Suggested Spare Parts.
2. Pull off plastic button cover (Assembly Drawing PBFT-3D5,
Items 53, 54, 55, or 56)
3. Twist and pull out old lamp.
4. Install new lamp and reinstall cover.

No power to the Input power module Replace fuses (Assembly Drawing PBFT-3D5, Item 66) - see
machine. fuses are defective. Specifications:
1. Obtain new fuse. See Suggested Spare Parts.
2. Remove fuse holder (Item 65).
3. Replace defective fuses (Item 66)
4. Return fuse holder to machine.

Power supply fuse is First, inspect the input power module fuses (see prior "Possible
defective. Cause" in this table). If they are not faulty, inspect the fuse in the
power supply (Assembly Drawing PBFT-3D5, Item 15) - see
Specifications. If the power supply fuse is defective, replace the
power supply. When installing a new power supply, use the
existing nylon screws and spacers in their original positions.

Control button Control button Replace switch (Assembly Drawing PBFT-3D5, Item 57 or 58):
ineffective. switch is defective. 1. Obtain new switch. See Suggested Spare Parts.
2. Remove defective switch:
a. Remove PBFT cover (Assembly Drawing PBFT-3D5, Item
39).
b. Squeeze top and bottom clips at the base of the socket
and pull socket base off the switch.
c. Remove threaded switch retainer and washer.
d. Pull switch lamp socket out from the front of the PBFT.
e. De-solder and remove the defective switch.
3. Install and solder a new switch base.
4. Install switch lamp socket and replace PBFT cover.

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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION TO TAKE

Strain gauge display Strain gauge battery Inspect battery charging cable's (page 2, Figure 3, Item 1) DC
fails to appear or a pack is defective or voltage:
message displays spent. • If unequal to approximately 7 volts, replace the strain gauge
indicating charging charger. Refer to the instructions in the following row of this
is required. chart.
• If approximately 7 volts with no load, replace the strain gauge
battery. Refer to the following instructions.

Replace Strain Gauge Battery

The battery should only need to be replaced if it causes the strain

gauge to shut off.

• The battery pack is internal to the strain gauge.

• The strain gauge battery pack contains rechargeable NiMH
(Nickel Metal Hydride) batteries. DO NOT replace with any
other type of battery.
• Battery pack is not accessible to the operator - it should only
be replaced by qualified maintenance or technical personnel
fully aware of all safety precautions.

1. Remove the strain gauge from the PBFT:

a. Remove the two screws from the bottom of the strain
gauge holding plate
b. Unplug the battery charging and data output cables and
then remove the strain gauge from the PBFT.
2. Remove the lower half of the strain gauge case.
3. Unplug the battery and replace it with a new battery pack.
4. Reassemble the strain gauge and reinstall it on the PBFT.

Strain gauge Replace the strain gauge charger (Assembly Drawing PBFT-3D5,
charger is defective. Item 63):
1. Remove the PBFT cover (Item 39).
2. Remove the battery charger clamp (Item 27), the battery
charger (Item 63) and its cables.
3. Secure the new battery charger in place with the battery
charger clamp and then reconnect the new cables.
4. Secure the PBFT cover in place.

Strain gauge display Strain gauge is 1. If necessary, obtain new strain gauge.
values do not defective. 2. Perform steps 1 and 2 of Verify Mechanical Operations.
coordinate with SPC 3. Perform Verify Strain Gauge Operations.
software. Strain gauge has
been replaced or
repaired.

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Spare Parts & Accessories

Suggested Spare Parts
Part Description Part Number Qty.

Fuse (power entry) 4300-0112 5

Lamp (control panel) 2450-0010 6
Latching Switch 5100-0009 1
Momentary Switch 5100-0010 1

Suggested Accessory Item

Part Description Part Number

Calibration Kit PBT-107

Kit contents:
C Pulley extension arm w/pulley
C Weights (50, 100, & 200 grams) each with a line and hook ring
C Nylon lock screw
C Procedure: Strain Gauge Calibration Verification Kit Instructions

Specifications
Physical Specifications
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.5" H x 14.5" W x 29.0" D (31.8 cm H x 36.8 cm W x 73.7 cm D)
Weight (approx.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 lbs. (30.8 kg)

Power
AC Input Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 VAC -240 VAC
AC Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50/60 Hz
Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 watts maximum
Fuses, Input power module . . . . . . . 1 amp, 250 volts (F1A, 250 V)
Fuse, Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 amps, 250 volts (F2A., 250 V)

Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature Range . . . . . 40EF to 110EF (5EC to 45EC)
Storage Temperature Range . . . . . . 0EF to 130EF (-17EC to 54EC)
Temperature Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.03% per EF
Relative Humidity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20% to 80%
EMI, Radiated, 100-240 VAC Input . EN 55011, Class A
EMI, Conducted, 100-240 VAC Input EN 55011, Class A

Peel Back
Force Measuring Range . . . . . . . . . . 0 grams -250 grams recommended gauge maximum
Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 mm - 600 mm ± 5 mm/minute in 50 mm increments
Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160-180 degrees
Accuracy After Calibration . . . . . . . . ± 3%

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Tape
Widths Accepted (mm) . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 12, 16, 24, 32, 44, 56 (Optional 8 mm to 120 mm)
Materials Accepted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Plastic, Paper, Metal
Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Single Sprocket / Dual Sprocket

Strain Gauge
Accuracy:
Standard strain gauge . . . . . . . . ±0.25% of full scale
250g strain gauge (PN 10/4448) ±0.1% of full scale
Data Sampling Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . Up to 20 samples per second, selectable from FORCEWare
software
Battery Life (approximate) . . . . . . . . 30 hours, continuous use
Certification:
Standard strain gauge . . . . . . . . Calibration norms comply with ISO 10012 and ANSI Z540-1.
Capacity is 2 lbf x 0.001 lbf with accuracy limits at ±0.25% of full
scale ± 1LSC.
250g strain gauge (PN 10/4448 . Calibration with NIST Data, IEC/ISO 17025 optional.

Computer Requirements - PROVIDED BY CUSTOMER

Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Microsoft Windows 7 Professional, Windows XP Professional, or
Windows Vista Professional / Ultimate.
Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Desktop or Notebook (minimum requirements are dictated by the
operating system in use), CD-ROM drive, and 1 available USB 2.0
port
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Minimum RAM is dictated by the operating system in use
Printer (recommended) . . . . . . . . . . . Any printer configured for & supported by Microsoft systems

Video Requirement - PROVIDED BY CUSTOMER

Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . minimum monitor is dictated by OS (operating system) in use

SPC Software
Test Range
SPC Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . User-defined range
Data Collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . Uses minimum/maximum limits of first file in selected data set
Print Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SPC Data, Label Format, Line Graph Format

Built in Compliance with:

IEC (Europe)
EIA-J (Japan, Asia)
EIA (North America) . . . . . . . . . . . . EIA-481-1, EIA-481-2, EIA-481-3
European CE Safety Standards
Applicable Directives . . . . . . . . . 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive - Laws for electrical
equipment within certain voltage limits
89/336/EEC EMC Directive - Laws relating to electrical magnetic
compatibility
Applicable Standards . . . . . . . . . EN 61010-1/2001 - Safety requirements for electrical equipment
for measurement control and laboratory use
EN 61326: 1998 - Electrical equipment for measurement,
control, and laboratory use. EMC requirements.

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APPENDICES
page drawing

Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Notebook Mode, Switching to . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

SPC Analysis Tools Assembly Drawings

Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 PBFT Mechanical Drawing . PBFT-3D5, page 1
Single File Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 PBFT Exploded View . . . . . PBFT-3D5, page 2
Histogram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 PBFT Internal View . . . . . . . PBFT-3D5, page 3
Horizontal Sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Electrical Diagrams & Schematics
Report & Label Samples System Block Diagram . . . . 00021-856-008-00
Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 PBFT Electrical Schematic . 00021-856-002-06
Fixed Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 PBFT Control . . . . . . . . . . . 30002-856-002-01
Samples:
Line Graph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
SPC Data Graph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

User Access
Add User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Delete User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Change Access Rights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Change Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Disabling Live Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Language Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Window References
About FORCEWare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Account Manager - Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Account Manager - Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Account Manager - Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Account Manager - Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Account Manager - RS232 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Advanced Printer Configuration . . . . . . . . . . 73
Calibrate Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Calibrate Strain Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Create Preset - Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Create Preset - Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Create Preset - Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Data Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
GPD FORCEWare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Login . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
PBFT Control Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Period Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Printer Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
SPC Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Test Parameter Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Test Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Unit of Force . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
User Defined Fields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

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Presets
Presets are used to easily and quickly select a specific set of parameters for a test run. For example,
once set up, a preset is readily available any time a test needs to be run for a particular vendor or type of
component.

Like a user name, each preset can be used to run a test with specific strain gauge and print settings, and
can designate test results be automatically saved to a specific directory. Unlike a user name, however, a
preset cannot be used to enable/disable access rights, nor does it encompass all printing options.

A preset is created by opening the Create Preset window from Setup > Configure Presets on the main
window menu bar, and then saving print and data defaults to a preset name.

To run a test using a particular preset, the operator simply selects the preset from the Active Preset drop-
down menu in the PBFT Control Center window. The menu includes all preset names plus the current
user name. The peel test parameters and configuration setup for the selected preset will be applied to the
test run as the preset settings override the settings of the currently logged in user.

NOTE: To cancel a selected preset in the PBFT Control Center window, select the user name from the
drop-down menu instead.

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SPC Analysis Tools

Filters
Select from one to five of the available filters or select any combination of filters. The filters selected
determine the type of test data results displayed and printed.

A single filter is selected in the rear example; all filters are selected in the front example.

Single File Statistics

You may view the statistics for any file within a reporting group. Clicking on a single test in the list of test
files will display the statistics for that file. Additionally, a heavy black vertical line in the graph indicates the
location of the points for the selected test within the graph.

Statistics are displayed for the test file selected in the file list. The points for the selected file are
also indicated in the graph by the heavy vertical line.

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Histogram
Select the Histogram check box to display a histogram in bar graph format. Any of the filters can be used
one at a time with the Histogram.

An example of a Histogram with the Mean filter selected

Horizontal Sections
You may change the number of horizontal sections in a histogram. Horizontal sections will adjust the
range in a histogram or act as simply a visual indicator in line graphs.

The number of horizontal sections selected affects the range displayed in a histogram.

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Report & Label Samples

SPC test results can be printed in several different formats: SPC data, line graphs and labels. You may
control the overall dimensions for all of these formats. You may also opt to have user-defined text print at
the bottom of SPC data and line graphs reports.

NOTE: Histogram results can be displayed but not printed.

Sizing
SPC data, graphs, and labels can be generated in a range of sizes, from full size down to 25% of full size.
For details about how to change output scale, see Configure Printer.

Fixed Text
User-defined, fixed text may be assigned to print at the bottom of SPC data and graphs. For details about
how to add and modify fixed text, see Configure Printer.

Fixed text printed on test results report Fixed text printed on SPC line graph report

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Sample - Line Graph

Sample of single test line report generated through the PBFT Control Center

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Sample - SPC Data Graph

Sample of printed SPC line graph report with all filters selected

Sample - Label

April 14, 2011 - 11:00:07

Mean:108.37g Range:114.29g SD:21.63g
Lim:40.00/190.00g Resl:52.17/166.45g
Len:150mm User:assembly

Sample of printed label

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User Access
Use this section to create, change, or delete user accounts; and assign or change security levels, access
rights, and passwords. You may also establish defaults for certain functions such as data storage, test
parameters, and printer configuration options for users without access to those areas.

Master User Name & Password

The master or highest access level User Name is administrator. The password for the master access
level is determined by the user during the first login and can be changed later as needed.

To change the password for the administrator User Name:

1. Log on with the master access user name: administrator

2. From the main menu, click on Setup > Configure Accounts. Account Manager displays. (The RESET
ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD button is only available for the administrator user.)

3. Click the RESET ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD button. This button is available only for the
administrator user. A prompt about resetting the administrator password displays.

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4. If you want to reset the administrator (master) password, click YES; otherwise, cancel by clicking NO.
The following prompt displays.

5. Click OK and then log back in to enter a new password following the instructions for Step 1 of
Installation, 5 - Initial Start Up.

Add User
To add a user account:

1. Log on with a maximum access user name.

2. From the main menu, click on Setup > Configure Accounts. Account Manager appears. Select the
Accounts tab.

3. Type a new name in User Name.

4. Type a password in Password and Verify Password.
5. Click on SAVE USER and then click OK on the prompt that appears.
6. Set up access rights for the new user:
a. Click on the Access tab.
b. As needed, enable each default desired for this user account. Move a default option between the
disabled and enabled lists by either double clicking on the option or selecting the option and
clicking the appropriate arrow.
c. To save the settings, click on the Accounts tab and then click on SAVE USER.

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7. If additional user accounts need to be added, repeat steps 3 through 6. Multiple entries with the same
access and default settings can be made easily as the settings remain until changed or a user account
with different settings is selected.
8. Click EXIT.

Delete User
To delete a user account:

1. Log on with a Maximum security level user name.

2. From the main menu, click on Setup > Configure Accounts. Account Manager appears.
3. Select the user name to be deleted from the User Name pull down menu.
4. Click on DELETE USER and then click OK on the prompt that appears.
5. Click EXIT.

Change Access Rights

To change the access rights for a user account:

1. Log on with a Maximum security level user name.

2. From the main menu, click on Setup > Configure Accounts. Account Manager appears.
3. Select the user name to be changed.
4. Change the access rights:
a. Click on the Access tab.

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b. As needed, enable each default desired for this user account. Move a default option between the
disabled and enabled lists by either double clicking on the option or selecting the option and
clicking the appropriate arrow.
c. To save the settings, click on the Accounts tab and then click on SAVE USER.
5. Repeat steps 3 through 4 as necessary to change access rights for additional user accounts. Multiple
entries with the same access and default settings can be made easily as the settings remain until
changed or a user account with different settings is selected.
6. Click Exit.

Change Password
To change a password for a user account:

1. Log on with a Maximum security level user name.

2. From the main menu, click on Setup > Configure Accounts. Account Manager appears.
3. Type a new password over the existing entry.
4. Type the new password again as a confirming entry in Verify Password.
5. Click on SAVE USER and then click OK.
6. Click EXIT.

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Disabling Live Update

Turning on the Disable Live Update feature prevents the test graph from displaying test results while the
test is in process. Results are only displayed after the test is completed.

If the Disable Live Update feature is turned on when a test is run, a message similar to the following
example displays for the duration of the test. The STOP button in the PBFT Control Center window is not
affected; it remains active throughout the test. When the test is complete, the standard Test Results
window will display.

To turn on the Disable Live Update feature:

1. From the main menu bar, click Setup > Configure Accounts. The Account Manager - Access window
displays.
2. Double-click on Disable Live Update to move it from the Disabled list to the Enabled list. A
confirmation message displays.

3. Click YES to turn on the Disable Live Update feature.

4. Click EXIT in the Account Manager - Access window. The Disable Live Update feature is now turned
on (enabled).

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Language Selection
The Start and Stop buttons used to initiate and abort test runs in the PBFT Control Center window can be
displayed in Chinese and English or English only.

START button displayed in Chinese/English STOP button displayed in Chinese/English

To change the language displayed:

1. Log on using a user account with access to the applicable access right (Chinese Buttons).
2. From the main menu, click on Setup > Configure Accounts. Account Manager appears.
3. In the Accounts tab, select the user name for which the displayed language is to be changed.
4. Change the access rights for Chinese Buttons:
a. Click on the Access tab.

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b. Enable (or disable) the Chinese Buttons default for this user account. Move the default between
the disabled and enabled lists by either double clicking on the option or selecting the option and
clicking the appropriate arrow.
c. To save the settings, click on the Accounts tab and then click on SAVE.
5. Repeat steps 3 through 4 as necessary to repeat the access rights change for additional user
accounts. Multiple entries with the same access and default settings can be made easily as the
settings remain until changed or a user account with different settings is selected.
6. Click EXIT.

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Window References
A sample of each FORCEWare software window is included in this section with a detailed description of
each element used in the window. Windows are presented in alphabetic title order.

About FORCEWare
The About FORCEWare window describes the name, version, and release date of the software controlling
the PBFT machine.

To open the About FORCEWare window, go to the main menu bar and click on About.

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Account Manager - Access

The Access tab of the Account Manager window enables any user with the Configure Accounts access
right to assign any combination of access rights to any user name. Access rights can be moved from the
disabled to enabled list, or vice versa, by either double-clicking the access right or selecting it and clicking
the appropriate arrow.

To get to the Access tab of the Account Manager window, go to the main menu bar and click on Setup >
Configure Accounts.

Element Description

PBFT Active Grants access to the PBFT Control Center window.

Start/Stop Grants access to the operating the Start/Stop button in the PBFT Control Center window.

Options Grants access to test parameter options via the Options button in the PBFT Control Center
window.

Load Results Grants access to the Load Results button in PBFT Control Center.

Configure Accounts Grants access to create/modify/delete user login accounts.

Configure Presets Grants access to create/modify/delete presets.

Calibrate Speed/Strain Grants access to calibrating the PBFT speed dial and strain gauge.

Presets Grants access to the preset selection window in the PBFT Control Center.

Custom Text Grants access to the custom text window in the PBFT Control Center.

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Element Description

Chinese Buttons Grants access to the display of the START/STOP and EXIT buttons in the PBFT Control Center
window in both Chinese and English.

Unit of Force Grants access to the Unit of Force button in PBFT Control Center.

Save Results Grants access to the Save Results button in PBFT Control Center.

Bypass Autosave Confirm Grants access to enabling the automatic saving of test results without user interaction.

Disable Live Update Grants access to the delay of printing plotted data until after the run is complete (reducing the
temptation to alter test results by manually pushing on the strain gauge during the run). For
additional details, refer to Disable Live Update on page 59.

Print Results Grants access to the Print Results button in PBFT Control Center.

Reset after Print Grants access to the resetting of test parameters on the PBFT Control Center window and the
requirement that a new test be run each time values are changed in the Test Parameter Options
window.

Print Options Grants access to Printer Options.

Advanced Grants access to and activates the Advanced button on the Printer Configuration window.

Output Scale Grants access to control of the overall size of actual graph or label report dimensions. A range of
25% to 100% of full size is available.

Modify RH Only Grants access to only the right hand column of text in the Print tab of both the Account Manger
and Create Preset windows; the left hand column of text appears to be grayed out and becomes
inaccessible.

Modify Field #/n Grants access to modify Field 1/G through 19/Y which coordinate with User Defined G through Y
on the Advanced Printer Configuration window, and the Print tab of both the Account Manager and
Create Preset windows. These fields override the Modify RH Only setting.

SPC Analysis Grants access to SPC Analysis and Period Selection.

Mean Text File Output When enabled, automatic and manual saves of test results generate an additional result file; a
plain text file containing only the mean value of the test. This file is saved as the selected file
name with "-mean" appended.

When disabled, the above-mentioned file is no longer created with the other result files.

Example: A test result save as file name "04261625" generates an additional file named
"04261625-mean" with a ".txt" extension.

Cpk Single Test When enabled, calculation of Cpk value on individual test results is displayed along with other test
results. The Cpk value can be printed on labels and reports.

When disabled, the Cpk value is not available, displayed, or printed.

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Account Manager - Accounts

Use the Accounts tab of the Account Manager window to set up user names and associated passwords
for access to the FORCEWare software program.

To access the Accounts tab of the Account Manager window, go to the main menu bar and click on Setup
> Configure Accounts.

Element Description

User Name Can represent a user or a vendor. A user name may consist of 12 alphanumeric characters.
Spaces are allowed. Any user name can have any combination of access rights assigned to it by
means of a password.

Password Passwords are case sensitive and may consist of up to 12 alphanumeric characters. Spaces are
Verify Password allowed. A password is not revealed when typed; each character/space is displayed as a “*”. A
password is not required if you do not care about security. Requires a confirming entry in Verify
Password.

Unlock Options Password Defines the password that permits access to:
• all buttons on the PBFT Control Center window.
• the Advanced button on the Print tab of the Account Manager window. (The Advanced
button opens the Advanced Printer Configuration window.)

SAVE USER Saves settings for the user account currently displayed in User Name.

DELETE USER Deletes the user account currently displayed in User Name. A prompt displays to provide the
opportunity to confirm that deletion should actually occur.

RESET ADMINISTRATOR Displays only for the highest access level of User Name to allow the administrator to reset and/or
PASSWORD modify the master password, i.e., the password for the administrator access level.

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Account Manager - Data

Use the Data tab of the Account Manager window to establish the default settings for data storage, data
collection, and file name options.

To access the Data tab of the Account Manager window, go to the main menu bar and click on Setup >
Configure Accounts and then select the Data tab.

Element Description

Automatic Save These data storage options establish the defaults for data storage and printer configuration options
Data unless overridden in the respective window by users with access to those areas. Depending on the
SPC location option (File or Directory) selected, file(s) are saved or a directory created to save peel back
force tests:

File
If File is selected, files will be named per the Naming Format and saved into the Data or SPC
directory specified. For example, files will be saved to “C:\LocalStorage\” (i.e., log file becomes
“C:\LocalStorage\04201333.log”)

Directory
If Directory is selected, files will be saved into a newly created (per test run) subdirectory named per
the Naming Format and located within the Data or SPC directory. All file names using this option are
named “results”. For example, files will be saved to “C:\LocalStorage\04201333\” (i.e., log file
becomes “C:\LocalStorage\04201333\results.log”)

Naming Format Defines the name of the file(s) saved or the directory created to save peel back force tests,
depending on which location option (File or Directory) is selected.

Examples:
• If Naming Format is defined as #A-#B, a file would look something like 12-30.raw, and a directory
would look something like “C:\LocalStorage\12-30\”.
• If Naming Format is defined as #A#B_Vendor24 #G (where the User Defined field G is set to
BLUE), a file name would be similar to 1230_Vendor24 BLUE.raw, and a directory would be
similar to “C:\LocalStorage\1230_Vendor24 BLUE\”.

Legend A list of variables and the data they represent. Any time a Legend variable (#n) is typed in the
Naming Format field, the data associated with that variable will be printed (rather than the “#n”
representing the variable).

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Element Description

Samples/mm slider
Graph Upper Limit
Graph Lower Limit
These data collection options establish the defaults for test parameter options unless overridden in
Upper Limit
the respective window by users with access to those areas.
Lower Limit
Initial Length
Length

Max Range Fails a test if the pull value of the maximum-to-minimum range is greater than the defined amount.

Max Std Dev Fails a test if the resulting Standard Deviation is greater than the defined amount.

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Account Manager - Print

Use the Print tab of the Account Manager window to either establish the default settings for the printer
configuration options, including report dimensions and appending report text, or opting to use print fields
as a form to prompt the user for input before a test run.

To access the Print tab of the Account Manager window, go to the main menu bar and click on Setup >
Configure Accounts.

Element Description

User-Defined Output Layout of User-Defined Fields - The key below illustrates how the user-defined fields are
organized in the Print tab.
Key to User-Defined Field Layout

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Element Description

Use As Form Label / Label - If“Use As Form” is disabled (not checked), the displayed column names switch to
Label and Label, and all fields are simply text labels for printed documents or for naming format
of data file output:
• The text from all filled-in user-defined fields will print at the bottom of all SPC data and graph
reports.
• If a User-Defined Output field appears with a gray background rather than a white one, then
access to that field is not permitted for the current user name.

Field / Input - If“Use As Form” is enabled (checked), then the displayed column names switch to
Field and Input and allow the user to provide this data upon starting a test. The user will be
prompted at the start of a test to provide a value for Input as long as Field contains some text
and Input is empty.

For example, if Use As Form is enabled, and Field contains“Vendor Name” text, and the
corresponding Input field is empty, then the following prompt will display when a test is started.

Output Scale Controls the overall size of actual graph or label report dimensions. A range of 25% to 100% of
full size is available.

Use Default Printer Prints using the default settings, skipping the page setup and printer setup dialogs.

Print FAILED Results Grants access to manually printing any report whether failed or not. The default (unchecked)
disallows printing of failed results.

If set to default (unchecked) and Auto Print FAILED Results is checked, results from a failed test
run will be automatically printed; however, the manual printing feature will not be allowed.

Auto Print PASSED Results Automatically prints test results only for successful tests in a graph format after a test has been
run.

Auto Print FAILED Results Automatically prints test results only for failed tests in a graph format after a test has been run.
Also refer to Print FAILED Results.

Auto Print Label Automatically prints test results in a label format after a test has been run.

ADVANCED Opens the Advanced Printer Configuration window.

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Account Manager - RS232

Use the RS232 tab of the Account Manager window to set communication parameters. When the RS232
is enabled, test summary data is written to the serial port at the same time the data is saved to files.
Use the TEST button to verify your communication devices are working properly. A change to any
configuration parameter is stored upon entry.

Data which is emitted on the serial port consist of the following: Mean, Maximum, Minimum, Standard
Deviation, and Range. Values are space delimited and CR/LF terminated. Errors encountered on
transmission via a serial connection are not reported.

To access the RS232 tab of the Account Manager window, go to the main menu bar and click on Setup >
Configure Accounts.

Element Description

Serial Data Out Enabled Enables/Disables the RS232/emission of serial data. When checked, data will be output to the
configured port.

Port
Baud
Word Size Standard RS232 parameters.
Parity
Stop Bits

Test Data The data string emitted when the TEST button is clicked.

TEST Click to emit test data to verify your communication devices are working properly.

NOTE: All cabling and collection of data external to the PBFT RS232 serial port is the responsibility of the
customer.

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Advanced Printer Configuration

Use the Advanced Printer Configuration window to customize the format of reports and/or labels by
defining the content and the order in which the content will print on a report or label.

To open the Advanced Printer Configuration window, click on the ADVANCED button in the Print tab of
Account Manager.

Element Description

Results Format Any text entered here will print exactly as typed on a report.

Label Format Any text entered here will print exactly as typed on a label.

Results Fontsize Size of font used to print a report.

Label Fontsize Size of font used to print a label.

Legend A list of variables and the data they represent. Any time a Legend variable (#n) is typed in the
Results Format panel or the Label Format panel, the data associated with that variable will be printed
(rather than the “#n” representing the variable).

#! Current User Name - user name of currently logged in user.

Text Spacing This slider controls the height of the space between the lines of text on the report and/or the label.

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Calibrate Speed
Use Calibrate Speed to configure the PBFT speed indicator and verify that the simulated speed selector is
synchronized with the mechanical speed dial on the PBFT.

NOTE: When a PBFT is equipped with a speed dial indicator range of 100 mm to 300 mm instead of 100
mm to 600 mm, the user should verify that the speed settings in the Calibrate Speed window
match those of their hardware configuration. Details can be found under 2-Verify PBFT Speed.

To open the Calibrate Speed window, go to the main menu bar and click on Setup > Calibrate Speed.

Example of 100 mm to 600 mm configuration.

Example of 100 mm to 300 mm configuration.

Element Description

Speed Dial Simulated speed selector used to calibrate the PBFT mechanical speed selector dial.

nn mm/min Rate of peel speed in millimeters per minute. Values are in a raw data format for the PC interface
card. A successful calibration will display values differing by a consistently similar number.

CALIBRATE Executes calibration of the control software to the PBFT speed indicator.

RESET Clears all mm/min fields.

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Calibrate Strain Gauge

Use the Calibrate Strain Gauge window to Verify the PBFT strain gauge.

To open the Calibrate Strain Gauge window, go to the main menu bar and click on Setup > Calibrate
Strain Gauge.

Element Description

Interface - Channel Indicates which PBFT strain gauge interface card and channel configuration is being verified. The
unit of force currently in use also displays here.

Strain Gauge
No Load Display zero (0). With no load on the strain gauge, this integer value results from conversion of the
strain gauge reading by the PC interface converter card.

With Load Enter the value displayed on the strain gauge here. This value is converted into the “Result”
column value when the Calibrate button is pressed.

Result
No Load Should display the verified zero load value for the strain gauge.

With Load With a load on the strain gauge, this integer value results from conversion of the strain gauge load
reading by the PC interface converter card.

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Create Preset - Data

Use the Data tab of the Create Preset window to establish data storage, data collection, and file name
default settings for a particular preset.

To access the Data tab of the Create Preset window, go to the main menu bar and click on Setup >
Configure Presets.

Element Description

Automatic Save These data storage options establish the defaults for data storage and printer configuration options
Data unless overridden in the respective window by users with access to those areas. Depending on the
SPC location option (File or Directory) selected, file(s) are saved or a directory created to save peel back
force tests:

File
If File is selected, files will be named per the Naming Format and saved into the Data or SPC
directory specified. For example, files will be saved to “C:\LocalStorage\” (i.e., log file becomes
“C:\LocalStorage\04201333.log”)

Directory
If Directory is selected, files will be saved into a newly created (per test run) subdirectory named per
the Naming Format and located within the Data or SPC directory. All file names using this option are
named “results”. For example, files will be saved to “C:\LocalStorage\04201333\” (i.e., log file
becomes “C:\LocalStorage\04201333\results.log”)

Naming Format Defines the name of the file(s) saved or the directory created to save peel back force tests,
depending on which location option (File or Directory) is selected.

Examples:
• If Naming Format is defined as #A-#B, a file would look something like 12-30.raw, and a directory
would look something like “C:\LocalStorage\12-30\”.
• If Naming Format is defined as #A#B_Vendor24 #G (where the User Defined field G is set to
BLUE), a file name would be similar to 1230_Vendor24 BLUE.raw, and a directory would be
similar to “C:\LocalStorage\1230 Vendor24 BLUE\”.

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Element Description

Samples/mm slider
Graph Upper Limit
Graph Lower Limit
These data collection options establish the defaults for test parameter options unless overridden in
Upper Limit
the respective window by users with access to those areas.
Lower Limit
Initial Length
Length

Max Range Fails a test if the pull value of the maximum-to-minimum range is greater than the defined amount.

Max Std Dev Fails a test if the resulting Standard Deviation is greater than the defined amount.

Legend A list of variables and the data they represent. Any time a Legend variable (#n) is typed in the
Naming Format field, the data associated with that variable will be printed (rather than the “#n”
representing the variable).

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Create Preset - Presets

Use the Presets tab of the Create Preset window to create, name, and delete presets.

To access the Presets tab of the Create Preset window, go to the main menu bar and click on Setup >
Configure Presets.

Element Description

Preset Name A set of pre-established parameters. Can be used, for example, to represent a vendor or type of
component. A preset name may consist of 31 alphanumeric characters. Spaces are allowed.

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Create Preset - Print

Use the Print tab of the Create Preset window to either establish the default settings for appending report
text for presets or opting to use print fields as a form to prompt the user for input before a test run.

To access the Print tab of the Create Preset window, go to the main menu bar and click on Setup >
Configure Presets.

Element Description

User-Defined Output A User-Defined Output field may consist of 49 Key to User-Defined Field Layout
alphanumeric characters. Spaces are allowed.

Layout of User-Defined Output fields - The key

at right illustrates how the user-defined fields
are organized in the Print tab.

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Element Description

Use As Form Label / Label - If“Use As Form” is disabled (not checked), the displayed column names switch to
Label and Label, and all fields are simply text labels for printed documents or for naming format of
data file output:
• The text from all filled-in user-defined fields will print at the bottom of all SPC data and graph
reports.
• If a User-Defined Output field appears with a gray background rather than a white one, then
access to that field is not permitted for the current user name.

Field / Input - If“Use As Form” is enabled (checked), then the displayed column names switch to
Field and Input and allow the user to provide this data upon starting a test. The user will be
prompted at the start of a test to provide a value for Input as long as Field contains some text and
Input is empty.

For example, if Use As Form is enabled, and Field contains“Vendor Name” text, and the
corresponding Input field is empty, then the following prompt will display when a test is started.

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Data Storage
Use the Data Storage options to establish the defaults for data storage. These defaults can be overridden
from either the Account Manager window or the Create Preset window by users with access to those
areas.

To open the Data Storage window, click on the SAVE RESULTS button in PBFT Control Center.

Element Description

Data Saves test results in raw data format.

Add to SPC Saves test results in SPC format.

BROWSE Designates the specific location to which file is to be saved.

SET AS DEFAULT Designates the save directory defaults, for both Data and SPC files, for the next time the user logs
in to the system..

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GPD FORCEWare
The GPD FORCEWare window is the main control window from which all software control is exercised.

Menu Bar Pull-down Menu Description

Setup Configure Accounts Create, modify, and delete user login accounts.

Configure Presets Create, modify, and delete presets.

Calibrate Speed Verify the PBFT speed dial.

Calibrate Strain Gauge Verify the PBFT strain gauge.

PBFT Activate PBFT Use PBFT Control Center to define test parameters and unit of measure, run a test,
and view, print, and/or save test results. Also use this window to review prior test
results.

SPC SPC Analysis Display and/or generate reports of SPC data for a user-defined group of test results
over a user-defined date and time span.

Exit --- Exits from the FORCEWare control software.

About About FORCEWare Title, version number, and release date of the control software.

User Name --- A user name may consist of 12 alphanumeric characters. Spaces are allowed. Any
user name can have any combination of access rights assigned to it by means of a
password.

Password --- Passwords are case sensitive and may consist of up to 12 alphanumeric characters.
Spaces are allows. A password is not revealed when typed; each character/space is
displayed as a “*”. A password is not required if you do not care about security.

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Login
Use the Login window to access the User Defined Fields window.

By entering their standard user name and password and pressing the LOGIN button, a user can open the
User Defined Fields window and then edit various fields, as needed.

Without a valid user name and password, a user can still open the User Defined Fields window by
pressing the LOGIN button, but this only gives them access to viewing the fields; no changes can be
made.

To open the Login window, click on the USER FIELDS button in the Test Results window.

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PBFT Control Center

Use the PBFT Control Center window to define test parameters and unit of measure, run a test, and view,
print, and/or save test results. Also use this window to review prior test results.

To open the PBFT Control Center window, go to the main menu bar and click on PBFT > Activate PBFT.

Element Description

Force (kg or g) Indicates the current unit of force used in the displayed graph and resulting test data.

Vertical Increment Indicates the number of units per vertical bar (blue) in the current unit of force.

Length (mm) Indicates in millimeters the length of the test.

Data Version Version of FORCEWare under which the data was saved.

U Maximum upper limit as defined in Test Parameter Options window.

M The mean displays on the graph with a solid red line followed by an M after the test completes.

L Minimum lower limit as defined in Test Parameter Options window.

Active Preset The currently selected preset (or user name). Determines which set of parameters will be applied
to the test run. Once set up, a preset is readily available any time a test needs to be run for a
particular vendor or type of component.

Custom Text Text entered here will replace User Defined Output field 19 on the Printer Configuration window
when saved or printed.

Start/Stop Enables control of test execution with the mouse or ENTER key. To initiate a test, click on the
START button or press ENTER.

View Statistics Displays the test results window. (Available only after a test has been run.)

Load Results Loads a saved set of run data files to view or print.

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Element Description

Save Results Saves active test results to a user-defined location. (Available only after a test has been run.)

Print Results Prints test results in graph or label format. (Available only after a test has been run.)

Unit of Force Defines the active unit of force. This unit of force measure may be changed at any time - before a
run, after a run has been completed, or even for data loaded from a previous run.

Options Defines test parameters.

Printer Options Opens the Printer Configuration window.

Exit Closes and resets the window.

Unlock all options Entry here of the proper password grants access to all PBFT Control Center buttons. (Password is
defined in the Unlock Buttons Password field on the Accounts tab of the Account Manager
window.)

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Period Selection
Use the Period Selection window in conjunction with the SPC Analysis window to display and/or generate
reports of SPC data for a user-defined group of test results over a user-defined date and time span.

To open the Period Selection window, go to the main menu bar and click on SPC > SPC Analysis.

Element Description

Active Directory Displays the directory from which SPC files are to be selected. This directory is selected in the
Data tab of the Account Manager or Create Preset windows.

BROWSE Designates the specific location from which SPC files are to be selected.

SET AS DEFAULT Designates the selection location for SPC files which are used in the SPC Analysis portion of the
software.

Period Designates the time span in “MM/DD/YY HH/MM” format over which SPC data is reported.

Selected .SPC Files A minimum of 5 files is required to run SPC analysis. SPC files generated during the period of
time designated by the specified dates and times.

BROWSE Multiple file selections can be made using standard Windows file selection tools.

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Printer Configuration
Use the Printer Configuration window to establish defaults for the printer configuration options of report
dimensions and appending report text. These defaults can be overridden from the Print tab of either the
Account Manager window or the Create Preset window.

The background color (white or gray) of the User-Defined Output fields indicates whether or not the
current user is permitted to change or delete text in these fields; a white background indicates the user
has access, while a gray background indicates no access.

To access the Printer Configuration window, click on the PRINTER OPTIONS button in the PBFT Control
Center window.

Element Description

User-Defined Output The text from all filled-in fields will print at the bottom of all SPC data and graph reports. If a
User-Defined Output field appears with a gray background rather than a white one, then access
to that field is not permitted for the current user name.

A User-Defined Output field may consist of 49 alphanumeric characters. Spaces are allowed.

Output Scale Controls the overall size of actual graph or label report dimensions. A range of 25% to 100% of
full size is available. The output scale will not display if the access right for this option is not
enabled for the current user.

ADVANCED Opens the Advanced Printer Configuration window. The output scale will not display if the
access right for this option is not enabled for the current user.

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SPC Analysis
Use SPC Analysis in conjunction with the Period Selection window to display and/or generate reports of
SPC data for a user-defined group of test results over a user-defined date and time span. (Histogram
results may be displayed but not printed.)

To open the SPC Analysis window, click on the ACCEPT button in Period Selection.

All filter data displayed for selected data file

Histogram with Mean filter selected

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Element Description
Count For Histogram filter only. Number of occurrences a data point fell into the given range.
Filter Determines the type of test data results displayed/printed.
Max Maximum data point of all selected SPC files.
Min Minimum data point of all selected SPC files.
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Range Difference between minimum and maximum data point.
Mean Mean data point of all selected SPC files.
StdDev Measure of dispersion in distribution beyond mean for all selected SPC files.
Histogram Uncovers non-normal behavior of the tests. Includes bar width for the histogram
as computed by the program. The value can be changed to suit the user for a
given analysis.
list of files List of all file names selected in Period Selection window.
file data The SPC data of the selected file in the SPC Analysis window. As an example, notice the box of
statistics for the 03011344 file selected in the window above at left.
Vertical Increment
Increment between the grid lines.
Horizontal Increment
Horizontal Sections Designates the number of horizontal sections displayed. Adjusts the range (Horizontal
Increment) in histograms and acts as a visual reference in line graphs. Range is from 3 to 20
sections.
Cpk Upper Cpk value of MAX reading from selected tests.
Cpk Lower Cpk value of MIN reading from selected tests.
Cpk Cpk value of MEANS from selected tests.
Upper Limit Maximum allowed upper and lower limits - synonymous with the upper and lower test limits on
Lower Limit the graph display. These are taken from the first file selected in Period Selection.
SELECT DATA Select the data to be analyzed by file location and date/time span.

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Test Parameter Options

Use the Test Parameter options to establish defaults for data storage, test parameters, and printer
configuration options that will override those set up in the Data tab of both the Account Manager ad Create
Preset windows. Click the Set as Default button to write these changes to disk.

To open the Test Parameter Options window, click on the OPTIONS button in the PBFT Control Center
window.

Element Description

Max Upper Limit Maximum and minimum values displayed on the graph. For screen display only, these values
Min Lower Limit will not alter the actual data collected. If the data extends beyond the range of either the
maximum or minimum limit, the data will be plotted on that extreme.

Upper Limit Upper and lower threshold limits that determines whether a live run passes or fails. If the data
Lower Limit extends beyond these limits, the software will fail the run.

Initial Length Length of tape to be ignored while the material and data stabilize during the initial take-up.
Default value for all tests run under the current user account.

Length Actual length (in mm) of tape to be tested.

Max Std Dev Fails a test if the resulting Standard Deviation is greater than the defined amount

Max Range Fails a test if the pull value of the maximum-to-minimum range is greater than the defined
amount.

Samples/mm Regulates the number of samples collected during every millimeter of a test. Ranges from 1 to
20 samples per millimeter. Slower computers may require a lower setting.

Set as Default Sets the currently displayed values and Samples/mm setting as the defaults for all tests for the
current user account.

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Test Results
Test Results quantifies test parameter results and displays whether or not the values were within the
defined test parameters with PASSED or FAILED. To open the Test Results window, click on the VIEW
STATISTICS button in the PBFT Control Center window.

PASSED - Successful test (with Max Range PASSED - Successful test (with Max Range
and/or Max Std Dev enabled). and/or Max Std Dev disabled).

FAILED - Unsuccessful test (with Max Range FAILED - Unsuccessful test (with Max Range
and/or Max Std Dev enabled). and/or Max Std Dev disabled).

Element Description

PASSED/FAILED Result of test within the defined test parameters.

Limit Maximum allowed. Test threshold limits in order to pass the test.

Result Resulting test threshold limits.

Speed Speed, in millimeters, at which the cover tape was peeled from the carrier tape during the test.

Mean The average of the points collected.

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Standard Deviation The measure of dispersion in the distribution beyond the mean; the square root of the arithmetic
average of the squares of the deviations from the mean.

USER FIELDS Opens a prompt (Login window) for log in credentials. With credentials, the user can edit some
of the fields in the User Defined Fields window; without credentials, only viewing of the User
Defined Fields is allowed.

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Unit of Force
Use the Unit of Force window to establish the active unit of force.

To open the Unit of Force window, click on the UNIT OF FORCE button in PBFT Control Center.

Element Description

Units Recognized units of force: gram, kilogram, pound, newton. Designates the active unit of
force. This unit of force measure may be changed at any time - before a run, after a run has
been completed, or even for data loaded from a previous run.

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User Defined Fields

If errors were made while entering user-defined field and output data prior to running a test, the User
Defined Fields window can be used to modify that data after the test is run (no statistical data can be
modified). Test result data loaded from a saved file can be modified as well using this window.

If the applicable access permissions are set, all fields with a white background can be modified; if access
has not been granted, all fields can be viewed but none can be edited (field background will appear gray).
If the “Use as Form” option is enabled in the Account Manager window and the user filled in data prior to
running a test, the data entered will be displayed in the User Defined Fields.

To open the User Defined Fields window, click on the LOGIN button in the Login window.

Element Description

User-Defined Output Layout of User-Defined Fields - The key below illustrates how the user-defined fields are
organized in the Print tab.

Key to User-Defined Field Layout

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Switching to Notebook Mode

NOTE: This procedure does NOT apply to model PBFTVS.USB700 which already includes all
necessary hardware and settings for switching between desktop and notebook modes.

The two PBFT models, desktop and notebook, each have a different computer interface. Changing the
interface mode from desktop to notebook requires changing a jumper setting, installing a cable and card
kit, and, for some laptop computers, reconfiguring a resource setting.

Switching Modes
To convert a PBFT desktop model to a laptop model, perform the first two steps of the following
procedure. Some laptops also require the third step before card recognition is achieved.

Restrictions

As of this writing (Dec 2007), converting a PBFT from desktop mode to notebook mode can only
be done in conjunction with a computer running the Windows XP operating system. Only desktop
mode is supported for a PBFT manufactured prior to Jan 2008 and used in conjunction with a
computer running the Windows Vista operating system.

Both Windows XP and Vista are supported in both the desktop and notebook modes with either the
purchase of a new PBFT (manufactured post Jan 2008) or with an update to Version 5.3 of the PBFT
FORCEware software and installation of the USB Upgrade Kit.

Step 1 - Set Jumper

To change the jumper setting that corresponds with desktop mode or notebook mode:

1. Turn off and unplug the PBFT.

2. Remove the PBFT case.
3. Set the jumper to DT for desktop mode or NB for notebook mode. Jumper location depends on the
age of your PBFT - refer to the illustrations below.
4. Reinstall the case.

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Step 2 - Notebook Upgrade Kit Installation

Converting a PBFT from desktop mode to notebook mode requires the installation of the card and cables
included in the Notebook Upgrade kit available from GPD Global.

Once the Notebook Upgrade Kit is installed, the laptop may work properly without further alteration. If,
however, error messages display, then perform the following procedure to reconfigure the laptop so it
recognizes the new card.

Step 3 - Card Recognition

To reconfigure the laptop so the Instacal software recognizes the card from the Notebook Upgrade kit:

1. Click on Start > Settings > Control Panel.

2. Double click on System. A window similar to the following sample should display.

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3. Click on the Hardware tab. Then click on Device Manager; a window similar to the one shown on the
right should display.

4. Open the DAS Component category and double click on the PC-Card-DAS16/16 device. A window
similar to the following sample should display.

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5. Turn off the “Use automatic settings” option. Then click on the I/O Range resource type as shown in
the following window.

6. Click on Change Setting. The following window should display. Enter the value 0300-031F into the
Value field and then press OK.

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7. Confirm that the I/O resource is the same as is shown in the following window (ignore the IRQ or
Memory Range Settings - the settings you see may differ from those shown in the sample window),
and then press OK.

8. When the following window displays, press OK.

9. Reboot the system if requested.

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PBFTVS.SPC600 REVISION HISTORY
ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION REV DATE BY DESCRIPTION
- - - ORIGINAL ISSUE
1 1 10/0173 MOTOR,GEAR,12VDC
2 1 10/0288 CONNECTOR,12-PIN PLUG_ PART OF 85698001
3 1 10/1397 AC ENTRY MODULE
4 1 10/1398 AC ENTRY MODULE,FUSE HOLDER
5 1 10/1399 AC ENTRY MODULE,INSULATION COVER
6 1 10/1400 AC CORDSET,N.AMERICAN 70
D D
7 1 10/1692 KNOB,#4 CAP SCREW
8 1 10/1694 SPRING,COMPRESS,SST_.24OD .81L .020WIRE
9 1 10/1697 LABEL,EXCLAMATION/TRIANGLE
10 1 10/1752 KNOB, 8-32 FEMALE INSERT, 1/2 HIGH
11 1 10/4052 05 STRAIN GAUGE,0-2LB
12 1 10/4053 CLIP,TAPE_.22 OPENING WITH TEETH
13 1 10/4258 LABEL,PLASTIC,PBFT,SWITCHES
14 1 2100-0007 CONNECTOR,T-STRIP,4-POS
15 1 2200-0244 PCB, PBFT CONTROLLER
16 1 2200-0261 CONTROLLER,A/D 8CH, USB
17 1 2400-0002 KNOB,1/4 SHAFT
18 1 2400-0005 KNOB,MECH ADJ
19 4 2450-0010 LAMP,24V_40 MA
20 19 2825-0014 ROUND SPACER_.15ID X .25 OD X 69LG
21 1 3500-0000 CLUTCH,COIL
22 1 3500-0005 CLUTCH,ROTOR_3/8 BORE-SF170
23 1 3500-0006 CLUTCH,ARMATURE_
24 1 3500-0007 CLUTCH,RETAINER RING
25 2 4000-0070 POWER SUPPLY_SWITCHING 12V
26 2 4300-0112 FUSE,1 AMP,250V,SLOW BLOW,5X20 MM
27 1 5100-0007 LIMIT SWITCH,15A SPDT ROLLER
28 1 5100-0009 SWITCH,LATCHING
29 2 5100-0010 SWITCH, MOMENTARY
30 1 5100-0011 LENS,WHITE
C C
31 1 5100-0013 LENS, RED
32 2 5100-0022 LENS,GREEN
69
33 1 5100-0084 INDICATOR,PILOT LIGHT_RECTANGULAR
34 4 B0201 BEARING,BALL,LINEAR_.500ID .875OD 1.25L
35 2 B8003 BEARING,BALL,RADIAL_12MMID 28MMOD 8MM
36 1 D1503 COLLAR,SET_1/4
37 1 D1504 COLLAR,SET_3/8
38 1 F5453 BOLT,SHOULDER_3/8 X 1L X 5/16-18
39 8 G4001 RING,RETAINING,SNAP, 3100-87_KAMAN
40 1 L0306 BEARING,THRUST,BRZ_1/4ID X 1/2OD X 1/16L
41 1 L0307 BEARING,FLANGE,.252IDX.377OD
42 2 LINESTOCK RING,RETAINING,SNAP, 3100-31_KAMAN
43 1 LINESTOCK DOWEL PIN 3/16 X 3/4 LG
44 4 LINESTOCK 1/6D X 1/4L ROLLPIN
45 4 PBT-0001 BLOCK BASE
46 4 PBT-0002 LINEAR BEARING BLOCK
47 2 PBT-0004-B MOUNT BLOCK
48 2 PBT-0005 RUBBER PRESSURE ROLLER
49 1 PBT-0006VS DRIVE MOTOR MOUNT
50 1 PBT-0007 MOTOR MOUNT PLATE
51 1 PBT-0020 BEARING SHAFT
52 1 PBT-0021 SHAFT,PRESSURE ROLLER
53 1 PBT-0022 POINTER
54 1 PBT-0024 ADJUSTMENT ROD
B 55 2 PBT-0026 SLIDE SHAFT B
56 2 PBT-0029 GUIDE MOUNT
57 1 PBT-0030 ARM PRESSURE ROLLER
58 1 PBT-0031 SPACER BAR
59 1 PBT-0032 MOUNT BRACKET
60 1 PBT-0033 BEARING COLLAR
61 2 PBT-0036 BEARING R-6ZZ, GENERAL
62 1 PBT-0039 SWITCH BACKET
63 1 PBT-0041 CLUTCH HOLDER
64 1 PBT-0046 REEL HOLDER COLLAR
65 1 PBT-0048 TAPE DEFLECTOR
66 1 PBT-0053 REEL HOLDER ARM A
67 1 PBT-0054 BASE PLATE A
68 1 PBT-0056 REEL SHAFT 'A'
69 1 PBT-0068L PBFT ENCLOSURE LABEL
70 1 PBT-0069 COVER,BACK SPC 2000 MODEL
71 2 PBT-0101 TRAVEL SHAFT
72 1 PBT-0103 GEAR RACK
73 1 PBT-0104 GEAR
74 1 PBT-0108M SPROCKET_1/4 PITCH
75 2 PBT-0119 SPRING ANCHOR - 6-32
76
77
78
4 PBT-0309
1 PBT-0310
1 PBT-0312
RUBBER FOOT (BASE)
HANDLE, PRESSURE ARM
SPRING,EXT,MW_.312OD 1.0L .043WIRE TOLERANCES UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
GPD Global
DESCRIPTION
FRACTIONS `1/32 METRIC
A 79 1 PBT-0514 GUIDE PLATE, BACK X.XX ` 0.015 0.0 MM `0.4 MM PBFT VARIABLE SPEED 100-600 A
X.XXX ` 0.005 0.00 MM ` 0.1 MM
80 2 PBT-0517 GUIDE BAR 87 1 PBT-0533 REAR TAPE GUIDE,05 MODEL ANGULAR ` 0.5~
ASSEMBLY
RUNOUT ` 0.003 T.I.R. PBFT
81 1 PBT-0519 GUIDE CATCH 88 1 PBT-0556 POWER SUPPLY COVER FINISH MATERIAL
82 1 PBT-0525 ADAPTER,TAPE CLAMP 89 2 PBT-0557 ELECTRICAL PANEL-NEW NOTED
83 1 PBT-0529 HOLDER,05 TAPE CLIP 90 1 PBT-0558 ENCLOSURE,FRONT NONE DWG NO
84
85
1 PBT-0530
1 PBT-0531
MOUNT,STRAIN GAUGE,07
CLUTCH SPROCKET,100-600 MM PULL TEST
91 1 PBT-100F DRAW WHEEL ASSEMBLY PBFT-3D5
92 1 RC025 CHAIN.ROLLER-#25_ HEAT TREATMENT DWG SIZE
86 1 PBT-0532 FRONT TAPE GUIDE,05 MODEL 93 4 S5004 SPRING PLUNGER N/A D DRAWN BY SO 11/27/2007 SHEET 1 OF 3
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
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D D

49 74 92
20

42
89
14
61
50 47
43
20 85 37
23
16 63 22

64 45 24 21
71
73
88 39
46
56
68 39 34
46
51
66
93 90 34
71 39
47
C 39 61 C
42
39
56

36 46 34 45
72 39
40 46
15 9
39
34

45
58

54
55
67

84
65 17 25
76
41
53
2

B 55 B
7 78
81
18
12 20
79
87 5
59
11 33
86 38 75
8 34 3 27
82 10 77
80 4
57 13 6
83 28 29
26
52 19
30 32 89
44
48 13 13 62
29
35 20
19 31 19
48
91 44
35 13 44
60
19
93
44

TOLERANCES UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED

GPD Global
DESCRIPTION
FRACTIONS `1/32 METRIC
A X.XX ` 0.015 0.0 MM `0.4 MM PBFT VARIABLE SPEED 100-600 A
X.XXX ` 0.005 0.00 MM ` 0.1 MM
ANGULAR ` 0.5~
ASSEMBLY
RUNOUT ` 0.003 T.I.R. PBFT
FINISH MATERIAL
NOTED
NONE DWG NO

PBFT-3D5
HEAT TREATMENT DWG SIZE
N/A D DRAWN BY SO 11/27/2007 SHEET 2 OF 3
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

D D

C C

B B

DETAIL A

TOLERANCES UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED

GPD Global
DESCRIPTION
FRACTIONS `1/32 METRIC
A X.XX ` 0.015 0.0 MM `0.4 MM PBFT VARIABLE SPEED 100-600 A
X.XXX ` 0.005 0.00 MM ` 0.1 MM
ANGULAR ` 0.5~
ASSEMBLY
RUNOUT ` 0.003 T.I.R. PBFT
FINISH MATERIAL
NOTED
DWG NO

PBFT-3D5
HEAT TREATMENT DWG SIZE
N/A D DRAWN BY SO 11/27/2007 SHEET 3 OF 3
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
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Warranty
GENERAL WARRANTY: Subject to the remedy limitation and procedures set forth in the Section
"Warranty Procedures and Remedy Limitations," GPD Global warrants that the system will conform to the
written description and specifications furnished to Buyer in GPD Global's proposal and specified in the
Buyer's purchase order, and that it will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
one (1) year. GPD Global will repair, or, at its option, replace any part which proves defective in the sole
judgment of GPD Global within one (1) year of date of shipment/invoice. Separate manufacturers'
warranties may apply to components or subassemblies purchased from others and incorporated into the
system. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

LIMITATIONS:
- GPD Global reserves the right to refuse warranty replacement, where, in the sole opinion of GPD Global
the defect is due to the use of incompatible materials or other damages from the result of improper use or
neglect.

- This warranty does not apply if the GPD Global product has been damaged by accident, abuse, or has
been modified without the written permission of GPD Global.

- Items considered replaceable or rendered unusable under normal wear and tear are not covered under
the terms of this warranty. Such items include fuses, lights, filters, belts, etc.

WARRANTY PROCEDURES AND REMEDY LIMITATIONS: The sole and exclusive remedy of the buyer
in the event that the system or any components of the system do not conform to the express warranties
stated in the Section "Warranties" shall be the replacement of the component or part. If on-site labor of
GPD Global personnel is required to replace the non-warranted defective component, GPD Global
reserves the right to invoice the Buyer for component cost, personnel compensation, travel expenses and
all subsistence costs. GPD Global's liability for a software error will be limited to the cost of correcting the
software error and the replacement of any system components damaged as a result of the software error.
In no event and under no circumstances shall GPD Global be liable for any incidental or consequential
damages; its liability is limited to the cost of the defective part or parts, regardless of the legal theory of
any such claim. As to any part claimed to be defective within one (1) year of date of shipment/invoice,
Buyer will order a replacement part which will be invoiced in ordinary fashion. If the replaced part is
returned to GPD Global by Buyer and found by GPD Global in its sole judgment to be defective, GPD
Global will issue to Buyer a credit in the amount of the price of the replacement part. GPD Global's
acceptance of any parts so shipped to it shall not be deemed an admission that such parts are defective.

Specifications, descriptions, and all information contained in this manual are subject to change and/or
correction without notice.

Although reasonable care has been exercised in the preparation of this manual to make it complete and
accurate, this manual does not purport to cover all conceivable problems or applications pertaining to this
machine.

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