Product Information

• General Information
  • Safety Signal Words
  • Website
  • ServAid
  • Safety Data Sheets MSDS/SDS
  • Product Safety Video for Nutrunners
  • Country of Origin
  • Dimensional Drawings
• Overview
  • General Description
  • Features
  • Benefits
  • System Functionality
  • Product Essential Series: Tensor IxB
  • Tool Functionality
  • Tool Key
  • Technical Product Data
  • Accessories
    • Accessory Information
  • LED Indicators
• Service Overview
  • Service Recommendations

General Information

WARNING

Risk of Property Damage or Severe Injury

Ensure that you read, understand and follow all instructions before operating the tool. Failure to follow all the instructions may result in electric shock, fire, property damage and/or severe bodily injury.

• Read all Safety Information delivered together with the different parts of the system.

• Read all Product Instructions for installation, operation and maintenance of the different parts of the system.

• Read all locally legislated safety regulations regarding the system and parts thereof.

• Save all Safety Information and instructions for future reference.

Safety Signal Words

Website

Information concerning our Products, Accessories, Spare Parts and Published Matters can be found on the Atlas Copco website.

Please visit: www.atlascopco.com.

ServAid

ServAid is a portal that is continuously updated and contains Technical Information, such as:

• Regulatory and Safety Information

• Technical Data

• Installation, Operation and Service Instructions

• Spare Parts Lists

• Accessories

• Dimensional Drawings

Please visit: https://servaid.atlascopco.com.

For further Technical Information, please contact your local Atlas Copco representative.

Safety Data Sheets MSDS/SDS

The Safety Data Sheets describe the chemical products sold by Atlas Copco.

Please consult the Atlas Copco website for more information www.atlascopco.com/sds.

Product Safety Video for Nutrunners

Learn more about safety features on Atlas Copco nutrunners and what measures the operator has to take for a safe operation. Click the link or scan the QR code below to view the video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAh6yttvUpw

Country of Origin

For the Country of Origin, please refer to the information on the product label.

Dimensional Drawings

Dimensional Drawings can be found either in the Dimensional Drawings Archive, or on ServAid.

Please visit: http://webbox.atlascopco.com/webbox/dimdrw or https://servaid.atlascopco.com.

Overview

• General Description
• Features
• Benefits
• System Functionality
• Product Essential Series: Tensor IxB
• Tool Functionality
• Tool Key
• Technical Product Data
• Accessories
  • Accessory Information
• LED Indicators

General Description

Angle Cordless Nutrunner Tensor ICB-A is a small ergonomic one-handed tool, specifically designed for cramped area applications. With different torque sizes and built in EHMI display models, it has unique features including a rotating angle head and trigger. Tensor ICB-A is part of the Tensor IxB Family, which share an integrated controller platform. It has the full controller functionality inside the tool, allowing direct integration with station accessories and production system without the need of an intermediate physical controller box. This opens a world of new opportunities.

Features

• Integrated controller

• Low weight and compact design

• Rotatable trigger and angle head

• Models with Integrated EHMI display

• Rundown booster

• Optimized heat dissipation

• Dual antennas

Benefits

• Increased ergonomics and accessibility

• One tool for many applications

• Quick installation and easy line rebalancing

• Easy to use- no extra training needed

• Continuous production and increased uptime

System Functionality

The tool comprises an embedded controller for configurations of tightening programs, batches and other tool functionality, such as input and output signals.

By connecting the tool to a PC via USB, or by setting up a wireless connection to the factory network, the embedded controller can be accessed through the IxB Software web user interface.

Product Essential Series: Tensor IxB

This video series covers a wide range of topics relating to the IxB tools, including provisioning licenses with FMSP, importing and exporting data, connecting to ToolsTalk 2 or ToolsNet 8, and much more:

Product Essential Series: Tensor IxB

Tool Functionality

Tool Key

The IxB tool naming format can be used to describe functions and features of the tool. Below is an example tool name with corresponding tool key.

Technical Product Data

Technical Product Data can be found on either ServAid, or the Atlas Copco website.

Please visit: https://servaid.atlascopco.com or www.atlascopco.com.

Accessories

• Accessory Information

Accessory Information

Visit the tool's product page on ServAid for information about compatible accessories.

LED Indicators

The LED ring of the tool is equipped with the following indicators:

To configure the LED indicators, refer to IxB Software User Guide.

Service Overview

• Service Recommendations

Service Recommendations

Preventive maintenance is recommended at regular intervals. See the detailed information on preventive maintenance. If the product is not working properly, take it out of service and inspect it.

If no detailed information about preventive maintenance is included, follow these general guidelines:

• Clean appropriate parts accurately

• Replace any defective or worn parts

Installation

• Installation Instructions
  • Connecting to the IxB Software Web User Interface
  • Attaching and Removing the Battery
  • Attaching the Electrical Power Cable
• Initial Configuration
  • Tool Configuration
  • Software Installation and Upgrade

Installation Instructions

• Connecting to the IxB Software Web User Interface
• Attaching and Removing the Battery
• Attaching the Electrical Power Cable

Connecting to the IxB Software Web User Interface

Battery LED do not light when PSU is connected.

Product Essentials Tutorials

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffQHjRwbIgw

Attaching and Removing the Battery

Attaching the Electrical Power Cable

To attach the electrical power cable, see Product Instructions for Power Supply Unit 950.

Initial Configuration

• Tool Configuration
• Software Installation and Upgrade

Tool Configuration

For information about establishing a wireless connection, installing licenses, configuring and assigning tightening programs, refer to IxB Software User Guide.

The link refers to the latest version of the software. User guides describing earlier versions of the software are available on ServAid.

Software Installation and Upgrade

For information about software installation and upgrade, refer to IxB Software User Guide.

Operation

• Ergonomic Guidelines
• Configuration Instructions
  • Buzzer
• Operating Instructions
  • General Instructions
  • Rotating the Swiveling Head
  • LED Indicator Flash Patterns
  • Adjusting the Tool Trigger
  • Tightening Program Selection Indication
  • Battery Charge LED Indicator
  • Tightening
  • Tool Calibration
  • Rotating Trigger and Swiveling Head

Ergonomic Guidelines

Consider your workstation as you read through this list of general ergonomic guidelines to identify areas for improvement in posture, component placement, or work environment.

• Take frequent breaks and change work positions frequently.

• Adapt the workstation area to your needs and the work task.

  • Adjust for a convenient reach range by determining where parts and tools need to be located to avoid static load.

  • Use workstation equipment such as tables and chairs appropriate for the work task.

• Avoid work positions above shoulder level or with static holding during assembly operations.

  • When working above shoulder level, reduce the load on the static muscles by lowering the weight of the tool, using for example torque arms, hose reels or weight balancers. You can also reduce the load on the static muscles by holding the tool close to the body.

  • Take frequent breaks.

  • Avoid extreme arm or wrist postures, particularly during operations requiring a degree of force.

• Adjust for a convenient field of vision that requires minimal eye and head movements.

• Use appropriate lighting for the work task.

• Select the appropriate tool for the work task.

• In noisy environments, use ear protection equipment.

• Use high-quality inserted tools and consumables to minimize exposure to excessive levels of vibration.

• Minimize exposure to reaction forces.

  • When cutting:

    A cut-off wheel can get stuck if the cut-off wheel is bent or not guided properly. Use the correct flange for the cut-off wheel and avoid bending the cut-off wheel during operation.

  • When drilling:

    The drill might stall when the drill bit breaks through. Use support handles if the stall torque is high. The safety standard ISO11148 part 3 recommends using a device to absorb a reaction torque above 10 Nm for pistol grip tools and 4 Nm for straight tools.

  • When using direct-driven screwdrivers or nutrunners:

    Reaction forces depend on the tool settings and joint characteristics. Strength and posture determine the amount of reaction force that an operator can tolerate. Adapt the torque setting to the operator's strength and posture and use a torque arm or reaction bar if the torque is too high.

• In dusty environments, use a dust extraction system or wear a mouth protection mask.

Configuration Instructions

• Buzzer

Buzzer

This tool is equipped with a buzzer, which can be configured to signal specific events or warnings.

For more information on the buzzer functionality and configuration, refer to IxB Software User Guide.

Operating Instructions

• General Instructions
• Rotating the Swiveling Head
• LED Indicator Flash Patterns
• Adjusting the Tool Trigger
• Tightening Program Selection Indication
• Battery Charge LED Indicator
• Tightening
• Tool Calibration
• Rotating Trigger and Swiveling Head

General Instructions

The tool may only be used together with the associated torque reaction bar, which is adapted to the screw joint application concerned.

WARNING

Crushing Hazard

Check the rotational direction of the tool before start! A start in an unexpected rotational direction can cause bodily injury or property damage. Moving parts can crush and cut.

• Make sure that the rotational direction of the tool is correct before starting the tool.

• Keep hands and fingers away from moving parts.

Rotating the Swiveling Head

Not applicable for tool models with locked head (-L).

LED Indicator Flash Patterns

The standard flash patterns of the tool's LED indicators are shown below. To configure the LED indicators, refer to IxB Software User Guide.

Adjusting the Tool Trigger

The tool trigger has 36 positions and can be rotated 360° to optimize handling position for the operator.

To lock the tool trigger in position, tighten the screw on the opposite side of the trigger, using a 1.5 mm hex key.

Tightening Program Selection Indication

The indicators in the LED ring can be configured to show the currently selected tightening program in a sequence (1−6). The function must be activated in the IxB Software web user interface.

The result for a loosening will be displayed as normal. If the reverse ring is turned to the right after a completed loosening then the selected tightening program will be shown on the LED ring.

Battery Charge LED Indicator

The tool is powered by a Lithium-ion battery. The battery capacity is dependent on the battery model and the type of work performed with the tool.

The battery LED indicator on the tool indicates the battery's State of Charge (SOC). It is shown by three bars indicating the remaining capacity, as follows:

For information about the battery charge and health indicator located on the battery itself, refer to the Product Instructions for the battery model in question.

Product Essentials Tutorials

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIzJvQ__ZEc

Tightening

As the tightening torque increases, the reaction force builds up equally. Make sure that the tool is in correct working order and correctly programmed. Unexpected behavior from the tool may result in operator injury.

Rotation Direction for the Tightening

Check that the tool is in the correct running direction by:

• Turning the reverse ring to the right to set the tightening direction to clockwise (CW).

• Turning the reverse ring to the left to set the tightening direction to counterclockwise (CCW).

Tool Calibration

For information on calibration of this tool, refer to IxB Software User Guide.

The link refers to the latest version of the software. User guides describing earlier versions of the software are available on ServAid.

Rotating Trigger and Swiveling Head

Service

• Preventing ESD Problems
• Transferring Configurations with IAM
• Maintenance Instructions
  • Service Recommendations
  • Overhaul
  • Backup Battery Maintenance
• Lubrication Instructions
  • Lubricant Guide
  • Lubrication

Preventing ESD Problems

The components inside the product and controller are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. To avoid future malfunction, make sure that service and maintenance is carried out in an ESD approved work environment. The figure below shows an example of an appropriate service work station.

Transferring Configurations with IAM

The Intelligent Application Module (IAM) has the form factor of an SD card. The card contains all the current network configurations and settings.

In case of a tool failure, the card can be transferred to a new tool and all functionality remains the same. When the card is transferred, the new tool will be updated to the software on the card. It is good practice to make sure the new tool is already running the same software version as the old tool, to minimize the risk of data loss.

Note that the saved results associated with the tool will be lost when the card is transferred to another tool. The MAC-address is associated with the card, not with the tool itself. When transferring a card to a new tool, the tool's MAC-address will therefore be updated.

IAM can not be used for anything but storing the tool configuration data and software. Reformatting the card, as well as manipulating the data on the card through other means than IxB Software or ToolsTalk Service 2, will result in an unusable card.

Product Essentials Tutorials

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zB0QcQSdsz8

Maintenance Instructions

• Service Recommendations
• Overhaul
• Backup Battery Maintenance

Service Recommendations

Preventive maintenance is recommended at regular intervals. See the detailed information on preventive maintenance. If the product is not working properly, take it out of service and inspect it.

If no detailed information about preventive maintenance is included, follow these general guidelines:

• Clean appropriate parts accurately

• Replace any defective or worn parts

Overhaul

Have the tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the tool is maintained. Service must only be carried out by qualified personnel who have been trained for service on IxB tools.

The electric motor is a sealed unit and may under no circumstances be opened by anyone else than Atlas Copco Industrial Technique AB. If it is judged that the electric motor is defect or in need of service, the complete motor unit should be returned to Atlas Copco Industrial Technique AB for exchange. Motors which have been opened by anyone else than Atlas Copco Industrial Technique AB will not be serviced.

Overhaul and preventive maintenance is recommended at regular intervals once per year or after maximum 250.000 tightenings, depending on which occurs sooner. More frequent overhaul may be needed if the machine is used in heavy-duty operations. If the machine is not working properly, it should immediately be taken out of service for inspection.

When dismantling the tool always use the specially designed service tool(s) recommended in the Spare Parts section on ServAid - https://servaid.atlascopco.com.

Backup Battery Maintenance

The tool includes an internal backup battery. The backup battery is used, for example, to keep the radio communication active during exchange of the main battery. The backup battery gives approximately 20 seconds to exchange the main battery, before the tool shuts down.

Always connect a newly manufactured tool to a main battery and power it up for two hours to charge the backup battery.

When using software versions prior to the versions listed in below table, replace the backup battery at least every 12 months. The replacement procedure must be carried out by a qualified service technician. A replaced backup battery is to be recycled according to the Recycling Instruction.

With software releases according to below table, replace the backup battery every third year. The increased service interval applies to a fresh battery used only together with the software versions in below table. If the backup battery already is close to 12 months old, it is recommended to replace the backup battery when updating to the new software.

Storage Conditions

• The backup battery lifetime is negatively affected by extreme temperatures. Store the tool in an environment with an ambient temperature between 0 - 30 °C. Do not keep spare backup batteries in storage.

• If a newly manufactured tool is to be kept in storage, make sure to power it up for at least two hours before putting it in storage.

• While in storage, make sure to power on the tool at least every five months to recharge the backup battery. The tool must be powered on for at least two hours each time.

Lubrication Instructions

• Lubricant Guide
• Lubrication

Lubricant Guide

Lubrication

Lubricate according to the Lubrication Guide at each service occasion.

For more information, see Spare Parts section in ServAid - https://servaid.atlascopco.com.

Troubleshooting

• Events and Error Codes
• Overheated Tool

Events and Error Codes

For a full list of tool event and error codes, refer to IxB Software User Guide.

Overheated Tool

The tool can handle any normal line jobs that an operator sustains with the proper adjustments.

The tool temperature can be influenced by the following parameters:

• short cycle time

• torque above rated

• too low speed

• very high prevailing torque

• very soft joints

• ambient temperature

Recycling

• Environmental Regulations
• Recycling Instruction

Environmental Regulations

When a product has served its purpose it has to be recycled properly. Dismantle the product and recycle the components in accordance with local legislation.

Batteries shall be taken care of by your national battery recovery organization.

Recycling Instruction