ACE ACFMT

ACE ACFMT

Alternating Current Field Measurement (ACFMT) that includes a selection of probes for a wide range of industrial applications

Overview

ETher NDE’s ACFMT instrument, ACE, provides the end-user all the functionality and advantages of Alternating Current Field Measurement (ACFMT) NDT inspection technology in a lightweight, rugged instrument; available with a selection of standard probe designs, developed and manufactured in-house at ETher NDE.

Features

  • Less than 1.4kg (3.0 lbs), ergonomic, over-molded, rugged design
  • Over 10 hours battery life
  • Secure harness points
  • Auto-detect probe feature
  • Record/Replay, Marker Placement and Defect Sizing
  • Trace feature - Butterfly/Bx/Bz
  • Repeatable, reliable accurate defect sizing, length and depth
  • No surface cleaning required makes inspection through coatings simple
  • Two Year Warranty. Increase to 5 years with optional ETherCover which includes free annual calibration

Versatile and Innovative ACFMT Probes

The ACE system includes a wide range of ACFMT probes, both standard and bespoke, designed for smooth repeatable inspections. Each probe is engineered with integrated "Start/Pause," "Stop," and "Change Direction" buttons, making them ideal for one-person operation. Key probe options include:

  • Standard Weld Probes: Ideal for topside weld inspections, these probes feature large drive coils that are perfect for sizing deep defects. They are also suitable for general component inspections wherever access allows.
  • Pencil Probes: For areas where the larger weld probe geometry doesn’t fit, the pencil probes are available in straight or right-angled nose configurations. These are perfect for accessing tight or challenging inspection areas and feature smaller drive inducers for improved performance, especially around plate edges.

Whether you need to inspect Ferritic or Austenitic welds, the ACE system supports 5 kHz probes for Ferritic Welds and 50 kHz probes for Austenitic welds, ensuring precise results across a wide range of materials.

Applications

  • Rope Access Inspection
  • Weld Inspection
  • Cranes & Towers
  • Refinery Piping & Vessels
  • Painted & Coated Structures
  • Pipeline Welds
  • Bridges & Infrastructure
  • Rail Wagon Integrity
  • Topside offshore/ onshore structures

Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

ACE ACFMT Technical Specifications
Probe Connector: 10-Way LEMO 2B
Frequency: 5kHz (Ferritic Welds) and 50kHz (Austenitic Welds)
Display/Screen: 7”, 800 x 480 pixels, WVGA, 24 bit RGB colour.
Removable Storage Data: 32GB micro SD
Outputs: PC Connectivity USB (Full PC remote control plus Real Time data)
Outputs: VGA 15-Way VGA output
Languages: English
Power On Self-Test: A “self test” on start-up is performed of external ram, accelerometer, Micro SD card, LCD screen buffer.
Batteries: Internal Lithium-Ion Rechargeable, 7.2V nominal @64Ah = 46.08 watt.hr
Running Time: 10 hours plus
Charge Time: 5hrs. (simultaneous charge and operation)
External: 100-240v 50-60Hz 30Watts
Connector: Lemo OS Hermaphroditic keying, half-moon insert (IP68)
Weight: 1.4kg (3.0 lb)
Size (w x h x d): 282 x 171 x 66 mm (11.1 x 6.7 x 0.26 in)
Material: ABS /Rubber Polyurethanes
Operating Temp.: -20 to +600C (-4 to 1400F)
Storage Temp.: Up to 12 months -20 to +350C (-4 to 950F)
IP Rating: Designed to meet the requirements of IP64
Harness Points: 4 rugged corner harness points
Compliance: ASME, EN61010-1, CE

Software

ACE’s inspection software has been optimized to work alongside the hardware, making inspections simpler, faster, and more efficient:

  • Real-Time Feedback
  • Audit Tracking & Data Storage
  • Custom Reports

Reporting

Creating inspection reports is simple with ACE. With just a few key presses, you can quickly generate a report from any dataset. The final report includes:

  • Location information
  • Relevant data traces
  • Defect sizes
  • Notes entered during the inspection

Reports are available in both PDF and DOCX formats and include details on the probe and instrument used, as well as an inspector "sign-off" for verification.

Kit Includes

  • ACE ACFMT Portable Flaw Detector, Software & Manual on USB Stick
  • Lead, Lemo 10-Way to Lemo 10-Way, 2m ACE, ACFMT, Top Side
  • Lemo Type, Power Adapter + Input Plugs (UK, EU, US & AUS)
  • Adjustable Shoulder Strap, with quick-release clips
  • USB Cable, A to MIN B, 1m (RoSH Compliant)
  • Quick Reference Card (A5 Double Sided) - ACE, ACFMT
  • Split rings-Nickel Plated Steel Split Ring ID 25.00, Thickness 3mm, (SKU:NPs25)
  • Test Block, ACE, ACFMT, Weld Reference Standard 1 - ASTM E2261-17- c/s, Elliptical Slots, Two elliptical slots placed in the weld toe with dimensions: A = 50mm x 5mm, B = 20mm x 2mm, Carbon Steel
  • ACE, ACFMT 5kHz (Ferritic), Pencil Probe, Topside, 90 deg inline
  • ACE, ACFMT, 5kHZ (Ferritic), Weld Probe, Topside
  • Instrument Hard Carry Case (ACE, ACFMT) (Standard)

Accessories

Probes

SKU Item Description
PACF05PTS Probe, ACE, ACFMT, 5kHz (Ferritic), Pencil, Topside, Straight
PACF50PTS Probe, ACE, ACFMT, 50kHz (Austenitic), Pencil, Topside, Straight
PACF05PTI Probe, ACE, ACFMT, 5kHz (Ferritic), Pencil, Topside, 90 deg Inline
PACF50PTI Probe, ACE, ACFMT, 50kHz (Austenitic), Pencil, Topside, 90 deg Inline
PACF05PTT Probe, ACE, ACFMT, 5kHz (Ferritic), Pencil, Topside, 90 deg Transverse
PACF50PTT Probe, ACE, ACFMT, 50kHz (Austenitic), Pencil, Topside, 90 deg Transverse
PACF05WT Probe, ACE, ACFMT, 5kHz (Ferritic), Weld, Topside
PACF50WT Probe, ACE, ACFMT, 50kHz (Austenitic), Weld, Topside
Other Accessories

SKU Item Description
ALL10-L10-02-ACF Accessory, Lead, Lemo 10-Way to Lemo 10-Way, 2m ACE, ACFMT, Top Side
ALL10-L10-05-ACF Accessory, Lead, Lemo 10-Way to Lemo 10-Way, 5m ACE, ACFMT, Top Side (Standard)
ALL10-L10-10-ACF Accessory, Lead, Lemo 10-Way to Lemo 10-Way, 10m ACE, ACFMT, Top Side
ALL10-L10-20-ACF Accessory, Lead, Lemo 10-Way to Lemo 10-Way, 20m ACE, ACFMT, Top Side
ATBACFWCS Accessory, Test Block, ACE, ACFMT, Weld Reference Standard 1 - ASTM E2261-17- c/s, Elliptical Slots, Two
elliptical slots placed in the weld toe with dimensions: A = 50mm x 5mm, B = 20mm x 2mm, Carbon Steel
ATBACFWSS Accessory, Test Block, ACE, ACFMT, Weld Reference Standard 1 - ASTM E2261-17- c/s, Elliptical Slots, Two
elliptical slots placed in the weld toe with dimensions: A = 50mm x 5mm, B = 20mm x 2mm), Stainless
Steel
AC022 Accessory, Instrument Soft Carry Case (ACE, ACFMT)

Product Literature

Description Part # Saved Price Select Option Add to
ACE ACFMT Portable Kit Includes: unit, Op Manual, Software, 2m Lead Top Side Cable, Power Adapter, Strap, 1m A to MIN B USB Cable, Reference Card, Split Rings, Test Block, 5kHz Pencil Probe, 5 kHz Weld Probe, Carry Case CM-ET-IACF001 Request Pricing