Stanley QB Expert User Manual

Supported Instructions and File Types
QB Expert Alpha Controller
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Instructions Description
RTO
Retentive Timer
Use the RTO instruction to turn an output on or off after its timer has been on for a preset time
interval. The RTO instruction is a retentive instruction that begins to count millisecond intervals
when rung conditions become true. The RTO instruction retains its accumulated value when the
rung conditions become false. The Time Base must be 10 msec. The timer will not work in any
other Time Base.
This Bit Is Set When
And Remains Set Until One of
the Following
Timer Done Bit DN
(Bit 13)
accumulated value is equal to or
greater than the preset value
the appropriate RES instruction is
enabled
Timer Timing Bit
TT (Bit 14)
rung conditions are true and the
accumulated value is less than the
preset value
Rung conditions go false or when
the done bit is set
Timer Enable Bit
EN (Bit 15)
rung conditions are true
rung conditions go false or if
the timer is reset with the RES
instruction
SOR
Start of Rung
Marks the beginning of a new rung.
SUB
Subtract
Use the SUB instruction to subtract one value (source B) from another (source A) and place the
result in the destination.
TOF
Timer Off Delay
Use the TOF instruction to turn an output on or off after its rung has been off for a preset
time interval. The TOF instruction begins to count millisecond intervals when the rung makes
a true-to-false transition. As long as rung conditions remain false, the timer increments
its accumulated value (ACC) each millisecond until it reaches the preset value (PRE). The
accumulated value is reset when rung conditions go true regardless of whether the timer has
timed out. The Time Base must be 10 msec. The timer will not work in any other Time Base.
This Bit Is Set When
And Remains Set Until One of
the Following
Timer Done Bit DN
(Bit 13)
rung conditions go false and the
accumulated value is greater than
or equal to the preset value
rung conditions are true
Timer Timing Bit
TT (Bit 14)
rung conditions are false and the
accumulated value is less than the
preset value
rung conditions go true or when
the done bit is set
Timer Enable Bit
EN (Bit 15)
rung conditions are false rung conditions go true

Stanley QB Expert Specifications

General

Brand	Stanley
Model	QB Expert
Category	Controller
Language	English

Summary

Getting Started

Controller Functions and Connections

Details functional descriptions of controller items and their ports, referring to a picture for identification.

Safety

Explains safety recommendations and operating instructions, defining hazard terms and pictograms.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

Provides safety warnings required by EN 60745 covering work area, electrical safety, and personal safety.

Safety Instructions for QB Expert Alpha Controllers

Specific safety instructions for the QB Expert Alpha controller, covering installation, environment, and operation.

Specifications

Details physical and environmental ratings like dimensions, weight, operating conditions, and ingress protection.

Installation Instructions

Provides electrical hazard warnings and instructions for mounting the controller and connecting the tool and power.

Controller Operation

Display

Shows normal operating info for one spindle, with indicators for torque, angle, job, batch, and status.

Faults

Explains fault display changes and lists common faults like Overcurrent, GFI, and Logic Voltage.

Programming

SETUP Area

Covers changing settings for Job, Tasks, Steps, error-proofing, and bolt counting; requires specific access levels.

JOBS: Wizard

Details how the Wizard sets up Jobs and Tasks for fastening cycles using Smart Steps.

JOBS: Manual Programming

Explains manual programming of Jobs, Tasks, and Steps for tool strategy and plant integration.

COMMUNICATIONS Menu

SERVICE Area

Enables viewing controller/tool info, resetting counters, adjusting calibration, and firmware updates.

ANALYZE Area

TOOL Tab

Tool Operation

Tool Specifications

Operator Protection

Advises wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and staying alert when operating tools.

Tool Installation

Provides safety warnings and instructions for installing electric tools and controllers.

Directional Control

Setting Torque, Angle, and Other Operating Parameter

Discusses setting torque, angle, and other parameters, with warnings about excessive torque.

Embedded PLC

Rack Layout

Supported Instructions and File Types

PLC Editor

Guides on using the PLC editor in Alpha Toolbox for creating and editing ladder logic files.

Multiple Spindle

Connection

Details connecting lead and trailing controllers via Ethernet or Wi-Fi for a multiple spindle system.

Disconnect

Synchronization

Describes synchronizing Alpha controllers to start steps simultaneously for balanced clamp loads.

Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance

Outlines routine monthly maintenance tasks, including inspecting external connections and cables.

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Provides a guide for identifying, isolating, and diagnosing mechanical and software-related problems.

Fault Guide

Guides for identifying and diagnosing faults like Overcurrent, GFI, Logic Voltage, and Temperature Fault.

Message Guide