Vantage Eddy Current Brochure
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1. Single Lemo 00 for absolute probes and 14 way Lemo for Reflection Bridge and Rotary Single amp Dual Frequency F1 and F2 and Mix 50Hz 12MHz 0 5 1 2 4 6 v pk pk 0 359 9 in 0 1 increments 6 0 to 40 0 dB in 0 1 1 6 10 dB steps 0 30 dB in 0 1 1 6 10 dB steps 1 to 8kHz or 1 4 min Test Frequency 5 types of filter High Low Band Pass Differential Average 0 4000Hz range 1Hz increments Separate balance and instantaneous zero Automatic load selection 3 5 320 by 240 pixels 115 DPI 0 22mm square pixel Impedance phase plane amp display with strip chart optional full screen modes wth amp without strip chart Optional day and night modes 3 preset display pages F1 F2 and Mix all 5 different mix algorithms 8 by 8 9 pre set spot positions Multi point calibration 6 points curve may be set and then used to read out measured values based on signal parameters Box Sector Circle Level Trapezoidal A different alarm may be set for each of the three channels F1 F2 and Mix Audio visual and external 100 settings Sample data may be saved to internal memory 200 result files maximum at 1kHz processing rate 4 minutes at 8kHz 30 seconds Windows XP Vista and Windows 7 USB 2 0 Allows results files to be reviewed and analysed 20 0cm 7 9 Long x 11 0cm 4 4 Wide x 9 5cm 3 8 thick 0 8kg 1 8 lbs IP64 Total Dust Ingress Protection protection against water spra2. display PC based analysis and reporting utility software for easy analysis and reporting included with the Instrument APPLICATIONS Surface Crack Detection and Assessment Sub surface Defect Detection of Non ferrous Materials Hole Inspection Weld Inspection Training Schools Materials Sorting Dual Frequency Tube Inspection Corrosion Assessment TRUE HAND HELD WITH ROBUST OUTER CASING The VANTAGE is a true hand held Flaw Detector allowing comfortable operation over the duration of a shift Sensitively designed to sit comfortably in the operators hand and housed in a robust ABS enclosure meeting IP64 the VANTAGE will withstand the harshest of site environments LIGHTWEIGHT At just 0 8kg the VANTAGE has earned its place as one of the lightest Eddy Current Flaw Detectors available Compact and available with a specially sculpted lightweight protective leather sleeve the VANTAGE will comfortably fit in most tool boxes 3 VANTAGE EASY TO READ SCREEN The VANTAGE screen is clear and crisp and easily viewable in daylight The bright colour display screen is 320 x 240 pixels providing excellent resolution aiding accurate and rapid defect interpretation The ability to switch easily between a white or black menu screen allows the operator to tailor the VANTAGE to their own individual preference USER FRIENDLY INTERFACE AND MENU The user interface incorporates a simple side bar menu allowing direct access to
3. key instrument parameters and yet can be instantly switched to full screen mode The menu system is intuitive and any experienced Eddy Current Operator will quickly be comfortable using the instrument A time based Strip Chart is available to assist with faster and more reliable defect detection EASY REPORTING AND ANALYSIS A USB cable and reporting software are included free of charge for documentation of results on laptops or desktop PC s The USB connector allows trouble free data transfer and software upgrades Maximum data processing rate is up to 8kHz VANTAGE can store 200 recordings at a 1kHz data processing rate of up to 240 seconds each WIDE RANGE OF COMPATIBLE PROBES The instrument has both a Lemo OO Connector for absolute probes and a Lemo 14 way Connector for Rotary Bridge and Reflection Probes Signal to noise ratio is excellent allowing greater probability of detection and the VANTAGE performs equally well with Pencil Rotating Weldscan and other Probes ETHER NDE also supply Probe kits for all our instruments and are able to design a kit specific to your individual application needs Please feel free to contact us for further details about this VANTAGE 4 As explained previously the VANTAGE boasts a high brightness screen with excellent resolution and the choice of white screen for daytime viewing or black screen for night viewing At ETHER NDE we believe that ease of operation is key to t
4. HAND HELD FULLY FEATURED EDDY CURRENT FLAW DETECTOR E HER NDE VANTAGE ETHER NDE a UK based manufacturer of Eddy Current products introduces the VANTAGE Eddy Current Flaw Detector The VANTAGE is ETHER NDE s first hand held and fully featured Eddy Current Flaw Detector which allows true single hand operation leaving the operator free to use their other hand to scan with a probe The VANTAGE specification and INTRODUCING THE VANTAGE John Hansen MD features are comprehensive and will appeal to users in Aerospace Offshore oil Petrochemical Power Generation and Rail Axle Inspection industries With a full colour display and a compact and robust enclosure the VANTAGE is ideal for use in all on site and factory environments 1 1 IMAGE i This image shows the VANTAGE at its actual size Day and night time screen modes Full daylight visibility VANTAGE 10 7cm 4 2 Bright 3 5 320 x 240 pixels Display ensures a clear and crisp view Easy to use function keys 7 3cm 2 9 18 8cm 7 4 Designed to sit comfortably in the hand avoiding fatigue due to optimal weight distribution ADVANTAGES Perfectly balanced for comfortable single handed operation Lightweight 0 8kg 1 8lbs with rugged housing Automatic lift off setting Separate connector for Absolute and Reflection Bridge Probes 3 5 easy to read bright high resolution 115 DPI 0 22mm pixel
5. he success of our products Frequency 1 Frequency 2 Eg F Hz 260000AHZ 2600000Hz WU V 2v 2v FG dB 18 dB 19 dB G dB 19 BAB 16 dB 318 4 316 0 PRS FL ter LP LP HF 400HzHF 4 Hz 31 8 5 VANTAGE 1 Channel Setup 3 Testing screen with the most commonly used settings in menu on right with circular alarm 5 Review of recorded test results 7 Dual Frequency Display with three spots in Night Mode Below is a sequence of screens from testing to reviewing the results to demonstrate the quality of the VANTAGE S screens and the simplicity of its menus CALI BRATION alibrate by Heasuring units mm 23532080 iat ES 2 Calibration Setup onmens 4 Testing in full screen mode 6 Rotary Display showing symmetrical sector alarm gate Fin XL 36 Hz 0 0624 241317 8 General Settings Menu Smp Freq Autoclearing Color scheme Modes Test Frequency Drive Phase Pre Gain Main Gain Processing Rate Filter Null Load Screen Mode Channels Mixing Grid Spot Position Calibration Type Number Output Settings Recording Type Interface Software Dimensions Weight Environmental Range Internal Battery Charge Time External AC
6. ward thinking and client responsive ETHER NDE is the wise choice for all your eddy current testing needs MiNorth Jf Luton Airport Hunstable 41081 A6 ETHER NDE HARPENDEN A5126 A5136 Redboura A1081 A6 St Albans M11 tondon amp M25 Endeavour House 3 Roundwood Lane Harpenden Hertfordshire ALS 3BW Ea 44 0 1582 767912 email sales ethernde com www ethernde com Document number 5000 Issue 1
7. y from any direction 20 C to 40 C NiMH 5 5 hours max life 3 hours 100 240v ac 50 60 Hz 50 watts Accompanying the VANTAGE as standard USB Cable PC electronic unit Charger User Manual Carrying Case Recommended Extras for the VANTAGE Environmental case with sun screen viewing hood Probe cable Lemo OO to microdot Probe cable Lemo 14 to 4 way Bridge and Probe cable Lemo 14 to 4 way Reflection Optional Extras for the VANTAGE Eddy current rotary scanner Cable for eddy current rotary scanner Adapter to Hocking Lemo 12 way Bridge Adapter to Hocking Lemo 12 way Reflection and Headphones VANTAGE 6 ETHER NDE continually strives to provide innovative solutions to eddy current testing in all possible inspection conditions Offering a range of innovative eddy current testing instruments and probes ETHER NDE will endeavour to find the solution that best fits our clients specific needs At ETHER NDE we pride ourselves on our ability to remain client focussed conducting our business with three simple promises to you 1 The ability to speak to someone who understands our products and your application 2 Industry leading delivery on goods and the ability to respond to your challenges 3 That our products are second to none in both performance and quality Founded by John Hansen and Mike Reilly and supported by a skilled team ETHER NDE boasts over 125 years of collective experience in non destructive testing For
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