Stanley QB Expert User Manual

Table of Contents
QB Expert Alpha Controller
VI
7.4 Converting a RSS File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
7.4.1 Invalid Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
7.4.2 Predefining String or Integer Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
7.4.3 Applying a Name and Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
8 Multi-Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
8.1 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170
8.2 Disconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
8.3 Synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
8.3.1 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
8.3.2 Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
8.4 Networking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
8.5 Fastening Cycle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
9 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
9.1 Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
9.2 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
9.2.1 Fault Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
9.3 Message Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
9.4 Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
10 Torsion Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196
10.1 Torsion Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
10.2 Angle Validation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
11 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200
12 Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204

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