The F2900 Valve Body Characteriser is a sophisticated hydraulic test rig designed for precision analysis and calibration of automatic transmission valve bodies. Originally built for R&D applications in a controlled automotive engineering environment, this system integrates hydraulic, electrical, and data acquisition technologies to enable accurate measurement and repeatable testing of flow, pressure, and response characteristics.
Ideal for use in transmission R&D, component durability testing, or as a foundation for custom test system development, the F2900 provides an exceptional platform for engineering teams seeking high-resolution data, closed-loop control, and scalable instrumentation.
- Hydraulic System:
Eaton Hydraulic Pump (Model 421AK00562B) driven by a Monarch 5.5 kW, 1455 RPM, 3-phase induction motor provides robust and stable flow delivery. Integrated large-capacity reservoir includes 3 × 240V 2 kW heating elements for fluid temperature control and a Cosmotec EVE industrial air-oil cooler (0.85 kW capacity) for closed-loop thermal management.
- Control & Data Acquisition:
National Instruments PXI-1042 modular 8-slot chassis equipped with:
- NI PXI-8461 CAN Series 2 interface for communication with ECU systems
- NI PXI-6255 & NI PXI-6251 M Series multifunction DAQ cards for high-speed analog/digital acquisition
- NI PXI-7833R FPGA-based reconfigurable I/O card enabling real-time hardware control
- 2 × NI PXI-6515 industrial digital I/O modules for automation and signal interfacing
- 2 × National Instruments SCB-68A connector blocks for structured wiring integration
- Signal Conditioning & Instrumentation:
Dataforth SCM5B47 isolated thermocouple input modules provide precision temperature acquisition and galvanic isolation. Ten high-accuracy pressure transmitters are integrated for multi-channel hydraulic monitoring.
- Additional Measurement Hardware:
Agilent 34410A 6½-digit multimeter offers precision voltage, current, and resistance measurement, essential for calibration and signal verification.
- System Control & Safety:
Rexroth Frequency Converter (Fv series) enables variable-speed control of the hydraulic motor. Siemens SIMATIC S7-200 PLC handles machine sequencing, interlocks, and safety logic within a reliable industrial control architecture.
This complete test bench exemplifies robust engineering integration across hydraulics, electronics, and control, and is suitable for organisations seeking a proven, flexible platform for component validation or development of advanced test methodologies.
Item is from a factory closing sale and priced to sell. It is in used condition, sold on an as is, where is basis. Photos form part of the description.
Pickup only. We can assist with loading and have a forklift onsite.
Inspection available upon request prior to purchase.
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