AXILINE

VBT 8000
PRECISION PRODUCTS

AXILINE VBT 8000

DIGITAL VALVE BODY TESTER

COMPACT DESIGN FINE-TUNE TESTING

Provides portability and saves Adjust duty cycles and frequency
floor space ranges of each individual solenoid

We Make It Better

1.262.252.4301 | www.powertestdyno.com | info@powertestdyno.com | Sussex, WI, USA

THE INDUSTRY STANDARD

The innovative Axiline® VBT 8000 by Power Test and Control system the VBT 8000 meets the
sets the standard for testing today’s advanced valve demands and budgets of the single bay transmission
bodies. Its revolutionary design and industry leading repair shop and high-volume OEM contractors alike.
software and data acquisition packages also give The available adapter plates (116 in total) give the
it the ability to test individual solenoids or solenoid VBT 8000 a staggering 45 more applications that its
packs, an industry first. By simulating the toughest closest competitor, plus, we’re constantly designing
driving conditions using the same regulated pressure new plates to meet current demand. Additionally,
and heated oil as seen under normal operating Answermatic and Hydratest plates can be used on the
conditions, the Axiline® VBT 8000 accurately and VBT 8000. Its compact size (nearly half that of some
efficiently confirms your rebuild. It also allows you competing models) and easy portability coupled
to fine tune the valve body to your specifications by with Axiline’s® legendary reputation for transmission
adjusting the duty cycles and frequency ranges of testing excellence has made the Axiline® VBT 8000
each individual solenoid. This ensures fewer come the only choice among professional transmission
backs and reduced testing time once the valve body rebuilders all over the world.
is installed in the transmission, saving you time and
money. Equipped with PowerNet Ax Data Acquisition

STANDARD FEATURES
• Tests electronic and hydraulic valve bodies and • Uses the same regulated pressure and heated oil
solenoids found under normal operating conditions
• 1,000 psi at 8 gpm available test pressure • Exposes problems caused by small cracks,
• PID Control loops control tests to system imperfections and excessive valve wear
Pressure or Flow • Removable sides for easy access and
• PowerNet AX software system standard for maintenance
advanced testing capabilities • Automated solenoid resistance tests and auto-
• Fully digital display cycle feature to ramp solenoids to user defined
• Articulating operator station adjusts for different duty cycles
users – also slides well out of the way during • Compact, portable design saves valuable floor
valve body install space
• Clear, hinged lid with easy access panels ensure • Over 116 adapter plates available – new plates
operator can visually monitor testing process developed frequently

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FEATURES THAT MATTER

Built To Last
The Axiline VBT 8000 was built to provide years of service under the
toughest conditions. The fully welded powder coated frame protects the
7.5 HP, 8GPM pump that give the VBT 8000 a pressure capacity of 1,000
PSI at 8 GPM ensuring you can fully test the largest valve bodies. The
stainless steel tank won’t rust and the fully enclosed, heated oil reservoir
has a sight gauge for monitoring fluid levels in the system. On/off and
e-stop are located within arms reach in front of the operators console.
Quick access panels make for easy maintenance.

Precision Machined Plates

Power Test offers 116 precision machined valve body plates to ensure
you can test modern late model valve bodies. Development is ongoing
to release new applications to keep our customers at the forefront of
valve body and transmission remanufacturing. If our plate list on pages
10-11 does not show the plate you are looking for, give us a call at
(262) 252-4301, we may already be developing what you are looking for
and if not we will add it to our development list.

Built-In Safety Features

The Axiline VBT8000 tank is topped with a clear lexan cover so the
operator can see what is happening in the cabinet while testing. A gas
shock holds the lid open so your hands are free to work on the valve
body. An interrupt switch automatically turns the oil supply off to the
valve body whenever the lid is open preventing operators from being
sprayed with hot oil. Sliding access panels in the lid allow for access to
the cabinet when the lid is closed.

Room To Work
The large test cabinet provides plenty of room to install plates and
connect the TCM harness. Once the plate and valve body are installed,
PowerNet AX allows users to set each solenoids duty cycle and time
then it ramps each solenoid to their preset duty cycle in the number of
seconds defined in the cycle. During the auto cycle system pressure and
flow are displayed in the gauges on screen.

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Allison Governor Option

Allison governor control option is available for the Allison AT, MT & HT
valve bodies for independent RPM control of the governor speed. The
VBT 8000 feeds the governor transmission fliud allowing it synchronize
the shift points on the valve body.

Hydromatic Governor Option

The governor control option shown here with the red and blue knobs
adds to the versatility of the VBT 8000 allowing it to still test older Turbo
Hydromatic transmissions.

Auto-Shift Actuator

Auto shift option includes linear actuator and software controls for
automatic shifting of valve body.

More Options Available:

• Profiler (Solenoid Calibration)
• Hydraulic clamping for bolt free valve body installation
in high-volume test environments
• Vacuum Pull Device

Machines equipped with PowerNetAX

include second 32in. LED monitor and full
data acquisition and analysis features for
automated testing and reporting.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Stainless Steel

Tank Construction
Max: 17.5 gal (66 liters) Usable: 8.8 gal (33 liters)

Tank Capacity
52” L x 60” H x 66” W (132 cm x 152 cm x 168 cm)

Dimensions
Dry: 600 lbs. (272 kg) Wet: 700 lbs. (318 kg)

Weight
7.5 hp (5.6 kW)

Motor
8 GPM (30.3 LPM)

Pump
1,000 psi (6895 kPa)
Max System Pressure
129 micron suction filter, 10 micron pressure side filter
Filtration
3 kW
Heater
Option 1: 480 volt 3-phase, 20 amps
Option 2: 240 volt 3-phase, 35 amps
Power Requirements
Option 3: 380 volt 3-phase, 25 amps
Option 4*: 220 volt 1-phase, 50 amps
*Option 4 requires 5 HP motor

WE MAKE IT BETTER
The Axiline line of valve body test stands offer transmission remanufacturers unmatched features. The Axiline VBT-
8000 accomodates more transmission applications than the next closest competitors combined and cover the
range of light, medium, heavy and extreme duty transmissions like the X-1100. Plus, in the rare event you have an
application that we don’t, we’ll develop it at your request. Don’t chance your quality reputation with whoever reman-
ufactures your valve bodies, put Axiline test stands in your shop and take control of your quality and bottom line.

COMPACT DESIGN FINE-TUNE TESTING

Provides portability and saves Adjust duty cycles and frequency
floor space ranges of each individual solenoid
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POWERNET AX DATA ACQUISITION SOFTWARE
PowerNet, the trusted name for reliable data acquisition and control systems, is now offering a comprehensive
product for automotive transmission testing systems. With full shifting capabilities without the need for an
accessory shift cart, this software dramatically improves your testing capabilities in an easy-to-use, modern,
software profile.
PowerNet AX utilizes a Windows-based computerized data acquisition system to monitor and record speeds,
torque, pressures, temperatures, flow rates and shift events. Beyond these advanced monitoring and recording
capabilities, this system allows users to run automated test procedures guaranteed consistent repeatability
over time and providing a record of performance parameters over time. The interface is easily configurable with
customizable set-points, high/low limits, and generated reports.
What set’s PowerNet AX apart, though, is its advanced ASC Controller add-on designed to control electronically
shifted transmission or valve bodies. What previously required an auxiliary shift console, can now be accomplished
through your system-mounted data acquisition console eliminating costs, floor-space, and promoting ease of use
for your operating technicians.

SYSTEM OVERVIEW

Main Display TD Controller Interface

Contains the readings for all available visible sensors. Provides essential control functions for the dyno. This
Sensor parameters and configurations can be modi- window identifies active load control mode and the
fied from this window and it is used to open and save current set-point. Allows users control using the mode
Templates, DataSpaces, and exit the program. buttons and the input box directly from the interface.

Pattern Runner Interface Window ASC Controller Interface

This program interface allows the user to create, load, This add-on program is designed to control electron-
save, and execute Patterns. Patterns are tests that are ically shifted transmissions or valve bodies indepen-
designed to run in a specific order. dent of auxiliary shift consoles or control software.

Equipped to Monitor & Record:

 Speeds
 Torque
 Pressures
 Temperatures
 Flow Rates
 Shift Events

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 AXILINE VBT 8000 PLATE LIST

125-C/3T40 POWER GLIDE ATX 4R44E/4R55E 404/413/470

200-4R 4L30-E FIOD/AOD AX4N 904/727/A-500/A-518
440-T4/4T60 TAAT SATURN C6 CTX A-604/40TE
700-R4/4L60 4T80-E AXOD ‘87 UP AX4S ‘98 & UP A617
325 4L 4T40-E A4LD 5R55N A-606/42LE
200C 4T65-E C3 5R55W, 5R55S AS68RC
400 Saturn CVT E40D 4F27E 45RFE
180 5L40E AXOD-E 5R110W 62TE
4T60-E 6T40/45 AOD-E AS68RC
4L80-E 4F50N F4EAT / F4E-III 4F50N
350 6L80 C4 4F20-E VILLAGER
4L60-E 6T70/75 CD4E
AW 55-50SN 371
50/40 AW 14/20 AW 50-
60/40 42LE

ZF 4HP-22EH ZF4HP-18
VW 010 09D
ZF 4HP-14/18 ZF5HP-30
PASSAT 096 TF81SC
ZF 4HP20 ZF 5HP19-FL Audi
09G/K/M TF80SC
ZF 4HP24 ZF 5HP24 KM 170 SERIES RL402A
VW 01M
ZF5HP-18 ZF 6HP26 ALPHA A4AF1 F4A 41/51
SCOUPE

654CR WT/MD/HD
LTC 1000/2000 Military
A-40 SERIES A-540 722.3 722.5
VR 731RH Off-Road
A-340E U140/240/241 722.4 722.6
3000 Series 4000 Series
A-130/140 U340/341 720.5 722.7
AT/MT/HT

RL3F01A JF403E RE4R03A/01A RE4F04 A/V QUEST

Renault DPO 4141
JATCO O/D (N4A-EL) JF404E RL4F03A
MB / MJ AR4
RL4F02A/RE4F02A 506E

AVAILABLE MECHATRONIC APPLICATIONS

General Motors General Motors / Ford
• 6L50 • 6T70
• 6L80
• 6L90 Nissan
• 6T40 • RE50R5A
• 6T45

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We Make It Better

Who We Are
Power Test, Inc. is an industry leader in the design,
manufacture and sale of dynamometers, heavy equip-
ment testing systems and related data acquisition and
control systems. For nearly 40 years, Power Test has
provided specialized test equipment to manufacturers,
rebuild facilities and distributors in the mining, oil &
gas, power generation, marine, trucking, construc-
tion, rail and military markets in over 80 countries on
6 continents. Our headquarters and manufacturing
operations are located in Sussex, WI with sales repre-
sentatives worldwide.

How We Work
The Power Test team of innovative engineers, design-
ers, software developers and sales consultants will
SOLVE YOUR CHALLENGES with logical solutions. Our
skilled machinists, fabricators, electronic technicians
and assemblers build products to meet your unique
needs. Our technical service experts are dedicated to
working with you, anywhere and anytime. They travel
the globe to ensure your equipment is running right
and your staff is trained to operate it. Our exceptional
product life and manufacturing expertise made us
an industry-leading dynamometer manufacturer, as
evidenced by our first machine sold, which is still in
active use today!

We Make It Better

Power Test Incorporated

N60 W22700 Silver Spring Drive • Sussex, WI 53089 USA
262-252-4301 • www.powertestdyno.com • info@powertestdyno.com