Carestream Industrex M43iC Film Processor

Carestream Industrex M43iC Film Processor

Fully Featured, Powerful and Innovative, for High Volume Output

Fast, Robustly Featured

Designed for the needs of high-volume NDT customers, the Industrex M43iC provides multiple processing cycles and dry-to-dry processing in as little as five minutes. This processor also comes standard with an integrated closed loop chiller to ensure consistent temperature in hot environments or when water supply is not temperature controlled to further enhance capability and image quality in harsh NDT environments.

M43iC Features

  • Up to nine programmable-controlled processing channels for maintaining preferred settings such as processing speed, developer temperature, fixer temperature, dryer temperature and replenishment rate
  • High processing capacity of up to 58 sheets/hour (14" x 17") in the recommended processing cycle for improved productivity
  • An intermediate fix rinse bath rack system that enhance process uniformity to both sides of the film
  • Feed-tray cover that allows for room light operation
  • Filtered developer solutions that reduce film artifacts
  • Integrated chiller unit that maintains developer temperature uniformity in hot environments
  • Two 50-liter replenishment storage tanks
  • Low level monitoring of all tank solutions
  • Automatic tank solution “Top-Up“ control that maintains correct solution levels upon processor start up
  • Work-in-progress monitoring
  • Integrated connectors to an external exhaust air system

Interface Display

The units’ intuitive keypad interface simplifies operation, and allows new users to become experts in a hurry. Touch a few buttons, and you can preprogram up to nine different settings to automatically accommodate your most frequent applications. Install these processors for free-standing operation in darkroom or for convenient through-the-wall feeding—load exposed film in darkroom, collect processed films in normal room light.

 

 

Industrex Film Processors

Quality images, efficient output, energy and water savings

These feature-rich processors include state-of-the-art microprocessor control, to automatically monitor and regulate:

  • Developer temperature
  • Drying temperature
  • Developing time
  • Replenishment rates

Robust Features

  • Automatic stand-by mode for low water and power consumption, environmental friendly
  • Filtered developer processing solutions
  • High Capacity, ranging from 33-5835cm x 43cm sheets/hour based on model
  • Automatic tank solution replenishment. Microprocessor calculates amount of film entering processor based on the input of sensors; it then uses the data to precision-measure the replenishment fluid needed
  • Anti-oxidation standby mode. This function prevents oxidation and chemical breakdown by automatically injecting developer solution into the tank when unit is not in use
  • Superior film-drying system. Processors dry film thoroughly without the use of damaging infra-red technology
  • Specialized transport rollers protect film. Eliminate crystallization of chemicals on rollers, and minimize dirt and debris deposited on film. Processor rollers remain submerged in solution when not in use—keeping them clean and running smoothly

IS-199 Chemical Mixer Accessory

Pair the M43iC with the IS-199 Chemical Mixer, the ultimate automatic x-ray chemical mixer with specific gravity control to produce a consistent mix each and every time. The mixer responds to the addition of concentrated chemicals and adds the correct amount of water automatically. Made with reliable and rugged materials and includes a low level warning system that resets automatically.

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Technical Specifications

M43iC Specifications

Application
Unit Description Floor-standing, high capacity general NDT radiography
Site Application Intended for fixed laboratory installation (Not recommended for mobile lab applications)
Film
Film Format Types Rolls & Cut sheets of NDT x-ray films
Recommended Development Time & Temp 100 sec development time (39cm/min) @ 26°C
Film Sheets Processing Capacity/hour (35x43cm) 58 sheets/hr @ 100 sec recommended development time
Film Thickness 0.10 mm–0.18 mm
Material Length (min.) 10 cm minimum
Material Width 7.0 cm–43.0 cm Note: For multi-loading of narrow width films, feed tray loading guides are required for film widths 70mm-100mm and are available from the OEM as an accessory
Time/Speed
Cycle Time (Dry to Dry)(min.) 2.1–12.6 min (8 min @ 100 sec recommended development time)
Intake Speed (cm/min.) 128–22 cm/min (39 cm/min @ 100 sec recommended development time)
Time in Developer (sec.) Range: 60–184 sec (39 cm/min @ 100 sec recommended dev time)
Transport
Developer to Fixer Crossover Style Fixer spray bar style crossover
Processing Solutions
Adjustable Replenishment Rates Yes, set in ml/m2 of film processed
Cooling Liquid 2.5 L chiller fluid
Cooling System Integrated internal chiller with closed loop cooling system (Included accessory)
Chiller Connectivity N/A (chiller built in)
Replenisher Tanks 2x50 liter/dust cover lids and floating lid for developer tank
Low Replenisher Tank Solution Alarm Optional accessory ordered from OEM
Replenishment Type Automatic IR scanning sensor based on film area
Solution Filter Elements Developer filter
Solution Heating (Developer and Fixer) Adjustable in a range of 18°C–43°C (separate in-line 350W heaters)
Solution Level Monitoring Yes, with automatic top off at start up of developer, fixer and wash tanks
Developer
Developer Tank Size 13.4 L (including developer filter system)
Developer Tank Recirculation Pump Yes
Fixer
Fixer Tank Size 13.3 L
Fixer Tank Recirculation Pump Yes
Wash
Wash Tank Feature Deep-tank design for enhanced washing and archival keeping capability
Wash Temp Sensor No
Wash Tank Level Sensor Low level wash tank monitoring sensor
Wash Tank Recirculation Pump No
Wash Water Tank Size 11.5 L
Wash Water Reduction System Water used only on demand. 2.5 L/min during process cycle
Incoming Water Supply Incoming water supply must be filtered. Supplied by user at installation.
Dryer
Dryer Range Adjustable in a range 18°C–60°C
Dryer Type Warm air
Integral Warm Air Exhaust Port Yes. Note: A ventilation duct exhaust booster fan (not included) is necessary to ensure proper air flow through the unit. Supplied by user
at installation
Operation
Number of Programming Channels Available 9 Channels (Channel 1 is pre programmed with standard process cycle recommendations)
Automatic Cleaning Cycle Yes
Feed Tray Cover Included
Film Feed Signal Yes
Rack Drip Tray Included as standard
Relocatable Control Panel Unit Yes
Spare Parts Kit Small parts kit included as standard
Power Requirements 230VAC +/-10%, 50-60hz single Phase, 16A, 3.6KW
Automatic Standby Yes, power and wash water savings
Installation Configuration Options Free-standing floor model or through-the-wall
Processor Stand N/A
Weight Empty: 177 kg, with solution: 215 kg
Emergency Shut Off Switches Yes, mainframe mounted safety switch with top cover safety switches
Other Features
Anti-Oxidation/Cleaning Programming Yes
Precision Speed Control Yes, motor tachometer pulse regulation
Developer Filter Change Prompt Yes
Processor Monitoring Yes, operator displays w/ audible alerts

Standard Accessories

Standard Accessories Include

  • Replenishment Storage Tanks
  • Light Tight Feed-Tray Cover
  • Re-locatable Controller Unit for Operator Convenience
  • Spare Part Kit
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