Panasonic: AccuPulse 4.0 Transducerized Tools Best Practices, Quick Guides, Warranty Instructions and Worksheets

AccuPulse 4.0 Transducerized Pulse Tool Setup Procedure

New Applications for AccuPulse 4.0 tools

1. Download and unzip the software. Open the file and go to the “Install .exe” file. Follow the instructions when the install starts.
Software link: https://na.panasonic.com/us/support/accupulse-40-resources

2. Open the software and plugin the tool.
3. Select Pair Tool. The tool will be highlighted blue in the Open Tool list
4. Under the parameter tab select Create New
5. Select Adjust Torque Offset. A “Adjust Torque Offset” window will pop up and you will begin the process of matching the tool torque to the audit torque

AccuPulse 4.0 Transducerized Pulse Tool Setup cont.

1. Choose the socket length including the extension
2. Type in the target torque for Shut-off torque
3. Continue Offset to store the value in the tool
4. Unplug the tool and rundown the fastener
5. Use a digital torque wrench to check the residual torque for the Audit torque Value required for step 8
6. Plug tool back in
7. Select Acquire to upload the tool rundown data.
8. Input the Audit Torque Value from the static audit
9. Select Check to calculate the new offsets
   • The offset slope and intercept will change, adjusting the tool torque signature to the audit torque
10. Continue Offset to write the new values to the tool.
11. Repeat from step 4 until the % column and offset value
Turns green indicating torque values are within 5%
13. Update & Exit when 5% is met 

Note: If the tool does not shut off or gets “EA”
- Plug the tool back in and “Acquire” as normal
- A message pops up. See picture below
- Select “Yes” , unplug the tool and run again
- The offset values will change automatically to a new value
- Continue until the tool shuts off

AccuPulse 4.0 Tool Charts

• Tool Torque range is based on a Med-Hard joint. Approximate torque values vary on joint types and conditions.
• Extensions, swivels, adapters and material abnormalities will result in lower final torque
• Use the tool minimum output mode function in tool manager to determine the minimum torque the tool can achieve on the joint assembly.
* Torque is based on medium-hard joint Softer or harder joints could result in lower or higher torque capabilities. Testing will be required
* Tool torque range based on Medium-Hard joint with approximate values

AccuPulse 4.0 Recommended Bolt Size 

EYFNH Extension Torque Range (Application- T=10mm)

Setting Up AccuPulse 4.0 Tools On New Applications 

Method for New Installations

1. Obtain Application Specifications
2. Determine tool for application
3. Set up tool on application
4. verify tool on application
5. Record to worksheet
6. Verify tool in Calibration Lab
7. Record to worksheet

Setting Up AccuPulse 4.0 Tools On New Applications Guide

1. Obtain Application Specifications
• Specs – Obtain the target torque, tolerance, extensions and sockets used on the application.
2. Determine Tool For Application
• Look Up The Tool – Use the torque chart found above
   ➢ Suggestion – If more than one tool can be used in the torque range
then consider using a larger tool on Medium-Soft/Soft joints and a
smaller tool on Hard/Medium Hard joints.
   ➢ Extensions, swivels, adapters and material abnormalities will
result in lower final torque
3. Program The Tool Settings
• Set the Tool – Use Tool manager software to setup the tool using the Torque Offset Procedure.
4. Run The Tool On The Application
• Run The Tool - Run the tool on the application and be sure to hold the trigger until
the tool shuts off.
5. Audit The Fastener - Conduct a static/residual audit of the fastener to verify accuracy.
• Verify the tool accuracy – If the tool is not within specifications, repeat the
Torque Offset procedure and test again. 
6. Record / Tool History
• Worksheet – Document the above information on the “Panasonic Assembly Tool Set Up
Worksheet”.
• Save Data – Record the Tools Model, Offset slope and Intercept, Joint Type, Sockets and Extensions
7. Verify The Tool In The Calibration Lab
• Set Up Transducer – Set up the Analyzer/Software per manufacturers suggested settings.
• Adjust Simulator – Adjust the Joint Simulator per the transducer quick start guide.
• Transducer – Warm up the Joint Simulator and Tool before testing. Run 10 cycles on the joint simulator to get the components warmed up and grease moving.
• Run The Tool – Run the tool on the Transducer with the Joint Simulator.
   ➢ Wait 5 seconds in between rundowns. See link to guide on page 48
8. Record / Tool History
• Worksheet – Document the above information on the “Panasonic Assembly Tool Set Up
Worksheet”.
• Save Data – Record the Tools Model, Offset slope and Intercept, Joint Type, Sockets and Extensions. Record the Torque analyzer setting, washers, pulse tool compensation and filters settings

Reinstating AccuPulse 4.0 Tools On Applications 

1. Look up applications settings on worksheet
2. Set up from worksheet or "Replace" for 2-way mode
3. Verify tool in Calibration Lab
4. Run tool on application
5. Verify tool on application
6. Update Worksheet

Reinstating AccuPulse 4.0 Tools On Applications Guide 

1. Look Up Application Setting On Worksheet
• Worksheet – Look up the application information on the “Panasonic Assembly Tool Set Up Worksheet”.
2. Set Up Replacement Tool
• Obtain Tool & Attachments – Obtain the tool, extensions and sockets for the application.
• Stand-Alone Mode – Referring to the worksheet, program the tool to the same settings as recorded previously, confirming the offset slope/Intercept and other features used with the previous tool with Tool Manager software
• Wireless Mode – On the controller menu, select the tool to be replaced.
Select “Replace”. The previous parameters will be saved to the new tool of same model number.
3. Verify The Tool In The Calibration Lab
• Set Up Transducer – Set up the Analyzer/Software per the settings recorded in the worksheet.
• Adjust Simulator – Adjust the Joint Simulator per the recorded washer thickness in the worksheet.
• Transducer – Warm up the Joint Simulator and Tool before testing. Run 10 cycles on the joint simulator to get the
components warmed up and grease moving.
• Run The Tool – Run the tool on the Transducer with the Joint Simulator.
• Wait 10 seconds in between rundowns.
4. Run The Tool On The Application
• Run The Tool - Run the tool on the application and be sure to hold the trigger until the tool shuts off.
• Audit The Fastener - Conduct a static/residual audit of the fastener to verify accuracy.
   ➢ If unable to achieve the required specifications, double check the tools set up (settings & attachments) for any inconsistences. Repeating the Offset Setup Procedure may be necessary
5. Record / Tool History
• Worksheet – Update the worksheet with the above information if any changes were made to the tool, settings or attachments. Update Torque Analyzer setting, washers, filters and pulse tool compensation

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