Overview
The XS “Switchgear” System is designed to meet the growing demand for versatile ultrasonic scanning solutions. Meticulously engineered, this modular system allows the creation of various unique scanners tailored to specific needs. The XS system is fully adaptable and upgradeable, reducing startup, upgrade, and maintenance costs. The “Switchgear” nickname stems from its innovative design, featuring interchangeable gear pack modules that can be configured for different scan lengths, drive options (manual or automatic), and transducer types. With numerous module combinations available, the XS Scanner adapts seamlessly to different applications, from B-scans and weld inspections to raster scanning on various surfaces.
Features
- Unparalleled Flexibility: Adaptable and upgradable system design to meet evolving inspection needs.
- Modular Design: Customizable with various modules to fit specific inspection needs, reducing startup and maintenance costs.
- Versatile Application: Capable of handling a wide variety of scanning tasks across different industries.
- Direct-Coupled Drive: Ensures efficient and reliable operation with high power and torque, adapting to different scanning applications.
- High Power and Torque: Motor drives deliver consistent and reliable performance, even in demanding conditions.
- Precision Positioning: Ensures accurate and dependable scan results, critical for high-quality inspections.
- Transducer Flexibility: Supports single, dual, TOFD, and phased array transducers for versatile inspection capabilities.
- High-Speed Scanning: Capable of speeds up to 16 inches per second, enabling fast and efficient inspections.
- Closed-Loop Control: Magnetic encoders provide precise control, enhancing the accuracy of scans.
- Rugged Construction: Built with a sealed enclosure and magnetic wheels to withstand harsh industrial environments.
XSR Scanner
The XSR scanners are designed to handle a wide variety of scanning applications: from training and demos to fully automated raster scans. The XSR manual scanner is built with an indexing raster and friction brake to allow complete manual Phased Array scans.
Customizations:
- Length: 300 or 600 mm
- Number of Probes: 1
- Transducer Types: Phased Array or Conventional Ultrasonic
- Drive Type: Manual or Automatic
XSWR Scanner
Technical Specifications
Scanner Specifications
- External Circumferential Pipe Diameter: ~ 89 mm (3.5 in.)
- External Longitudinal Pipe Diameter:
- 300 mm: 7.01 m (23 ft.)
- 600 mm: 4.57 m (15 ft.)
- Weight: 300 mm: ~9.1 kg (~20 lbs.)
- Standard Transducer: Single element with water column or dual element with contact
- Probe Angle Adjustments: Self-normalizing
- Steering: Yes
- Sealed Enclosure: Yes
Ultrasonics Specifications
- Internal Pulser/Receiver: 1x Tx/Rx or optional 2x Tx/Rx
- Transducer Frequency: 1-30 MHz
- Maximum Pulse Rate: Application dependent, capable of up to 10 kHz
- Pulse Voltage: - 200 Volts
- Pulse Width: 8-500ns, 4ns increments
- Damping: 50 Ω
- Receiver Gain: 88dB Analog, 0.1dB increment
- Filter, Waveform: 1-30 MHz, 1 MHz increment LPF
- Sampling Rate: 100 MHz
- Resolution: 12 bit capture with digital gain to 8 bits
- Waveform Length: Up to 16000 samples
- Trigger Source: Internal or encoder-based
- Transducer Range: 1-30 MHz
Drive Axis Specifications
- Speed: ~ 406.4 mm/s (16 in./s)
- Adhesion: 4x Neodymium-Iron-Boron magnetic wheels
- Maximum Material Thickness: 18.5 in. (472 mm)
Controller Specifications
- Dimensions: 235 x 324 x 191 mm (9.3 x 12.8 x 7.5 in.)
- Weight: 5 kg (11 lbs.)
- Volume: 14.54 L (887 in.³)
- Power Requirement: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz or 12-24 VDC
- Power Supply: VAC via brick power converter or 12VDC through BPS
- Inputs: Remote joystick cable (optional), Cat6 ethernet cable
- Outputs: Scanner control, Scanner Power, Encoder Signals (optional)
- Scan Plan Input/Diagnostic Indicators: Color 1/4 VGA touch screen
- Display: Flexible, any Windows-based laptop or tablet
- Connectivity: Gigabit Ethernet