Overview
800+ Hp* kit includes: shaft mount 13″ toroid water-brake absorber, strain gauge equipped torque arm, two 28-channel data harnesses, mobile engine stand, bell-housing adapter plate, 1-3/8″ x 10 splined clutch input-shaft, mounting hardware, stainless braided hoses with aircraft fittings, “Pro” Console upgrade with genuine Intel® equipped Dell™ PC and 17″ high resolution LCD monitor, DYNO-MAX “Pro” software, color printer, Auto-Load Servo and Electronic Throttle Controller, Cooling Tower Assembly, 16-channel EGT thermocouple inputs with 8 sensors, 2-pressure sensors, 2-engine temperature thermistors, 2-airflow turbines, 2-fuel flow turbines, Weather Station, “Pro” Test Stand upgrade, expanded 56-channel DYNOmite-Pro data-acquisition subsystem (with integral control relays) and 12v wiring harness, rolling chair, banner, and manual.
Specs
DYNOmite Data-Acquisition Computer | |
Hardware configuration |
Expandable, hybrid (surface-mount and thru-hole) multi-layer board system |
Voltage requirements (DAQ only) |
Runs on 120-volt 60-Hz AC, 240-volt 50-Hz AC, or 12-volt DC (specify) |
Approvals |
CE and/or UL approved (per locale) |
Board type and channel capacity |
Pro, PC linked − 56 channel |
Expansion capacity upgrades |
56-channel capable subsystem − standard (112+ channel optional) |
Data rate |
User-selectable rates up to 200 (1,000 optional) recordings per second (per channel) |
Transducer wiring interface |
Quick-disconnect data harness − 28-channel (two included) |
Calibration |
Non-volatile setup memory |
Atmospheric correction |
Standard, SAE, DIN, JIS, ECE, J1995, Custom |
Wireless-Integration Options |
Available |
Recording features |
Smart Record™ automated recorder triggering |
Data interface |
User selectable, USB or RS-232 serial port, output to a PC − via DYNO-MAX software option |
Third-party data-output interface options |
Free Windows driver for National Instrument’s Lab View™ available |
Temperature sensor |
0 to 255 Fahrenheit [-18 to 124 Celsius] thermistor (two included) |
Standard and optional sensor inputs |
RPM, torque, frequency, flows, pressures, thermocouples, thermistors, 0-5 volts, Lambda, smoke opacity, position, etc. |
Standard and optional control outputs |
Ignition shut-off, relay control, load-control stepper output, 0-5 volt D/A, etc. |
Torque Transducer | |
Configuration |
Environmentally sealed, moment-length independent, torque arm |
Maximum displayed torque |
Unlimited ft-lbs [N-m] − real-time and playback |
Load-cell range |
0 to 1,000 foot pounds [0 to 339 Nm] (other ranges available) |
Load-cell signal-output gain |
3 millivolts/volt |
Load-cell resolution | Better than 0.02% of full-scale accuracy − typical |
Strain gauges | Linearized full-bridge strain gauges in balanced Wheatstone bridge |
Advanced linearization (software) | User-configurable edit table (interpolated deviation map) |
System torque resolution | Better than 0.1% of full-scale accuracy − typical |
Calibration features | Semi-automatic calibration of zero offset |
Drift stabilization | Ratiometric supply-voltage and temperature compensation |
Mobile Engine Stand Assembly | |
Configuration |
Delta-frame rolling engine stand with zero-moment engine-bellhousing adapter |
Mechanical cart construction | Heavy-duty formed-steel cart − with adjustable engine mounts, large-diameter urethane-coated steel wheels and locking casters |
Absorber to engine coupling | Inline 1:1 ratio via included splined shaft (included) |
Installation | Mobile, with self-contained drip tray, fuel tank, battery tray, etc. |
Engine-Cart Weight Capacities | |
Maximum dynamic load | 2,000 pounds [908 kg] (other cart options available) |
Maximum static load | 2,000 pounds [908 kg] (other cart options available) |
Power Capacity (RPM dependent)* | |
Notice | *Actual load capacity depends on test RPM (typical loading plots available) − water brakes require a minimum water flow of 1 gpm @ 30 to 60 psi for every 20 continuous Hp. |
Maximum displayed power | Unlimited Hp [KW] − real-time |
Maximum displayed torque | Unlimited Ft-Lbs [N-m] − real-time |
Maximum continuous power | 800+ Hp [597+ KW] @ 7,000 RPM − 200+ Hp [149+ KW] @ 2,500 RPM (see absorber’s load chart − other ranges available) |
Maximum continuous torque | 920+ Ft-Lbs [1,247+ Nm] @ 3,500 RPM (see absorber’s load chart – other ranges available) |
Maximum RPM | 10,000+ RPM (other ranges available, see absorber load charts) |
Engine (and Absorber) Tachometers | |
Range | 0 – 32,000+ RPM real-time display (user reconfigurable) |
Timing reference | Quartz-crystal calibrated |
Resolution | 0.1 RPM (typical) |
Primary RPM signal | Absorber-mounted hall-effect sensor |
Signal compatibility | User adjustable trigger voltages − pulse type selectable from ½ to 240 PPR |
Alternate tachometer options | Optional ignition and optical RPM pickups |
Absorber and Load Control | |
Absorber to Engine coupling | Inline 1:1 ratio via splined shaft and customer-supplied bell housing and clutch disk (custom drive plates optional) |
Absorber speed / RPM regulation | Electronic auto-load “Standard-Flow” control (closed-loop PID) with automated test cycles via DYNO-MAX |
Absorption method | 13″ toroidal-flow water-brake absorbers with electronic “Standard-Flow” load-valve control |
Absorber sensitivity | User-adjustable outlet orifices (included) |
Bidirectional capable | Yes |
Power requirements (for load control) | 10-amps @ 12-volts DC |
Throttle (torque / power) regulation | Electronic-throttle control of torque, power, or % − including automated test cycles via DYNO-MAX (also supports manual control) |
Approximate Dimensions and Weight | (Do not construct any test-cell foundations until system is on site) |
Engine stand assembly | Heavy-duty formed-steel cart |
Width | 32″ [81 cm] |
Length | 22″ [56 cm] |
Height | 44¼” [112 cm] |
Height (at cart rails) | 21¾” [55 cm] |
Height to engine centerline (from floor) | ~35″ [89 cm] (adjustable) |
Weight | 800 pounds [363 kg] (less cart) |
Dynamometer Control Software | |
Features | Too many to list here − review DYNO-MAX specification pages and demo CD download |
Notable trademarks | Remote DYNO-MAX™ − network/internet viewing/control software (included free in DYNO-MAX “Pro“) |
Software versions | DYNOmite EEPROM version # 9.977 plus DYNO-MAX version #10.23 (included) |
Control Console and PC Options | |
Monitor | “Pro” console with genuine Intel-equipped Dell PC and 17″ LCD display (included) |
Network viewing | Remote DYNO-MAX™ − network/internet viewing/control software (included free in DYNO-MAX “Pro“) |
Rolling operator’s chair | Adjustable-height chair with swiveling casters (included) |
Data Collection Options | |
Airflow Turbines | Measure real-time intake CFM and BSAC (two turbines included) |
Air/fuel ratio monitoring | Optional 9-19 range AFR exhaust-gas module |
Dynamometer control software | DYNO-MAX software packages (see separate specifications page and demo CD) − (“Pro” version included) |
Exhaust Gas Temperature thermocouples | Fast-acting EGT probes allow reading and displaying up to eight sensors per DYNOmite-Pro board set. (8 probes included) |
Electronic throttle control | Unit allows PC to throttle engine during DYNO-MAX automated-test cycles (included) |
Exhaust-emissions analyzer | Optional five-gas analyzer (O2, CO, CO2, HC’s, and NOX) via digital DYNO-MAX RS-232 link. |
Fuel-Flow Turbines | Measure real-time fuel consumption and BSFC (two turbines included) |
Pressure transducers | Universal 0-5 volts pressure sensors (two included) |
Weather station module | Weather station provides automatic entry of air temperature, barometric pressure, and relative humidity (included) |
Other Options | |
Cooling Tower Assembly | Thermostatically-controlled (adjustable − includes gauge) unit regulates engine temperature − individual rotating top and bottom segments (anodized ), quick-fill/drain valve, and air-bleed knob (included) |
Integral engine starters | Optional CW and/or CCW absorber-mounted electric or pneumatic starters |
Patch Panel Subsystem | Optional rolling-stand sensor interface cabinet with quick-disconnect fittings |