The Eddyfi Ectane 3 is an innovative, rugged, portable, and sealed electromagnetic testing (ET) instrument designed for non-destructive inspections of surfaces and tubes. It offers high-performance ET data acquisition and is suitable for various applications, including light, rugged, portable, and sealed environments.
Function Description
The Ectane 3 is a versatile instrument that supports multiple inspection techniques:
- Eddy Current Testing (ECT): Utilizes SmartMUX™ technology for integrated, universal, and programmable eddy current array multiplexing, supporting up to 256 elements. It is capable of multi-technology inspections for tubes, including ECT, RFT, NFT, MFL, ECA, RFA, NFA, and IRIS ultrasound technology.
- Remote-Field Testing (RFT), Near-Field Testing (NFT), and Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL): Supports these techniques for tube inspections.
- Remote Field Array (RFA): Offers advanced capabilities for remote field array inspections.
- Internal Rotary Inspection System (IRIS): Integrates ultrasound technology for comprehensive internal inspections.
- Multiplexing: Features FA support with dedicated low-frequency multiplexor.
The instrument is controlled by a computer running Microsoft Windows® 8.1, Windows® 10, Windows® 11, and Eddyfi’s Magnifi® 4.8 or older running on a 32-bit operating system, as well as Eddyfi’s Magnifi® 5.0 or higher running on a 64-bit operating system.
Important Technical Specifications
System
- Warm-up time: 15 minutes (recommended to wait until the end of the warm-up period before balancing probes or performing acquisitions).
- Workstation link: Ethernet 1000BASE-T.
- Transfer rate on Ethernet cable: 1 Gbps.
Power Requirements
- Power configuration: 100 W external AC/DC power supply of 15 VDC or battery (removable).
- Voltage: 100 – 240 VAC, ±10 %.
- Frequency: 50 / 60 Hz.
- Maximum input current: 1.5 A.
- Battery type: Li204SX-7800 rechargeable Lithium-ion, DOT-compliant.
- Battery autonomy: 8 hours (with two batteries in the instrument).
Environmental Conditions
- Operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F).
- Storage temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F).
- Relative humidity: 95%, non-condensing.
- Pollution degree rating: 2.
- Protection: IP65.
- Compliance: ASME, EN61010-1, EMC, CE, WEEE, and RoHS.
- The Ectane 3 warns through Magnifi® when its operating temperature reaches 65°C (149°F), and then enters power safe mode to better protect itself when the operating temperature reaches 70°C (158°F). In power safe mode, some internal circuitry shuts down, acquisitions are stopped, and the instrument becomes inactive for work purposes until the condition that initiated the power safe mode is corrected.
Housing
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 279.6 mm × 254 mm × 158.8 mm (11.0 in. × 10.0 in. × 6.25 in.) (identical to Ectane 2).
- Net weight, with batteries: 6.8 kg (15 lb).
- Net weight, without batteries: 5.9 kg (13 lb).
- Ectane 3 E64 or E128 with batteries.
Ethernet Cable
- Type: At least category 5e, shielded.
- Maximum length: 100 m (328 ft).
Motor Drive for Rotating Probes
- Voltage: 0-24 V.
- Maximum peak output current: 2 A.
- Maximum continuous output current: 1 A.
- Maximum continuous power: 10 W.
Current Source for Saturation Probes
- Range: 0-1 A.
- Maximum output power: 10 W.
- Maximum output voltage: 15 V.
Eddy Current Testing (ECT)
- Probe inputs: 8.
- Number of frequencies: 8.
- Frequency range: 5 Hz – 10MHz.
- Generators/ Coil drivers: 2.
- Generator output/Coil drive: Up to 20 V, peak-to-peak.
- Inspection modes: Multiplexed, simultaneous, continuous.
- Receiver gain: 41 dB range, 23 – 64 dB.
- Data resolution: 16 bits.
- Acquisition/ Sampling rate: Up to 50 000 per second.
Eddy Current Array (ECA)
- Number of channels:
- Ectane 3 E64: Up to 64 channels for each ECT frequency (max. 5 frequencies).
- Ectane 3 E128: Up to 128 channels for each ECT frequency (max. 5 frequencies).
- Ectane 3 E256: Up to 256 channels for each ECT frequency (max. 2 frequencies) or Up to 128 channels for each ECT frequency (max. 5 frequencies).
- Multiplexer: SmartMUX™: integrated, universal, and programmable.
- Connector type: Single or double, 160-pin connector.
- The Ectane 3 uses an ID device found in Eddyfi probes. This ID device contains information that helps set up acquisitions and confirm compatibility between setup and probe.
Remote/Near-Field Testing (RFT/ NFT)
- Probe inputs: 4 on 19-pin RFT/NFT/MFL connector, 8 on 41-pin EXTENDED ET connector.
- Number of frequencies: 5.
- Frequency range: 5 Hz – 250 MHz.
- Generators/Coil drivers: 2.
- Generator output/Coil drive: 20 V, peak-to-peak.
- Receiver gain: 50 dB range, 36 – 86 dB.
- Acquisition/Sampling rate: Up to 20 000 per second.
- Connector type: 19-pin RFT/NFT/MFL connector, 41-pin EXTENDED ET connector.
Remote Field Array (RFA)
- Probe inputs: Up to 32.
- Number of frequencies: 2.
- Frequency range: 5 Hz – 2 kHz.
- Generators/Coil drivers: 2.
- Generator output/Coil drive: 20 V, peak-to-peak.
- Receiver gain: 41 dB range, 23 – 64 dB.
- Acquisition/Sampling rate: Up to 2 000 per second.
- Connector type: 41-pin EXTENDED ET connector.
Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL)
- Probe inputs: 4 on 19-pin RFT/NFT/MFL connector, 8 on 41-pin EXTENDED ET connector.
- Receiver gain: 41 dB range, 23 – 64 dB.
- Connector type: 19-pin RFT/NFT/MFL connector, 41-pin EXTENDED ET connector.
Internal Rotary Inspection System (IRIS)
- Number of UT channels: 1, pulse-echo.
- Transducer frequency: 5 MHz, 10 MHz, 15 MHz, or 20 MHz.
- Pulsing rate: Up to 30 kHz.
- Pulser voltage: 75 – 200 V (25 V steps).
- Pulse width: Automatically adjusted for transducer frequency.
- Receiver gain: 8 – 72 dB (in 1 dB steps).
- Receiver DAC: Up to 20 dB/µs.
- RF Filters: 4 user-selectable filters for 5 MHz, 10 MHz, 15 MHz, and 20 MHz transducers.
- Digitizer: 12 bits, 100 MHz.
- Gates: 3; target pin, front wall, back wall.
Usage Features
- Portability: The Ectane 3 is designed to be light, rugged, and portable, making it easy to transport and use in various field conditions. It includes a carrying handle for convenient transport.
- Battery Operation: Powered by two high-power lithium-ion batteries, allowing for extended operation without external power. Batteries are hot-swappable, meaning they can be replaced one at a time while the instrument is still running, preventing downtime.
- Connectivity: Features an Ethernet connector for connecting to a workstation, as well as various probe connectors (EXTENDED ET, RFT/NFT/MFL, ECT BOBBIN, ENCODERS, IRIS, Eddy Current Array) to support a wide range of inspection probes.
- User Interface: Indicators on the front panel provide information on power status, battery charge levels, and connection speed.
- Safety Features: Includes warnings and cautions regarding proper usage, battery handling, and equipment disposal to ensure user safety and prevent damage to the instrument.
- Configurations: Available in 11 different configurations, denoted by suffixes like -E, -E64, -E128, -E256, -I, -ERNM, -E64RNM, -E128RNM, -E64RNMI, and -E128RNMI, each offering different capabilities for ECT, RFT, NFT, MFL, and IRIS.
Maintenance Features
- Preventive Maintenance: The Ectane 3 requires minimal maintenance. Regular inspection of the instrument is recommended to ensure proper grounding. Eddyfi recommends annual calibration and factory-performed preventive maintenance by a qualified technician.
- Cleaning: The external surfaces (i.e., casing, and front panel) can be cleaned when necessary. The instrument should be off and the power cord disconnected. The instrument back to its original finish, the casing, and the front panel can be cleaned with a soft cloth. Stubborn stains can be removed with soft soapy solution. Do not use abrasive products or powerful solvents. The instrument should be completely dry before connecting the power cord and cables.
- Battery Calibration: Batteries should be calibrated periodically. A standard battery charge followed by a deep discharge, and a complete charge, takes between 10 and 13 hours. Eddyfi recommends calibrating batteries at least every six months.
- Troubleshooting: The manual provides guidance for troubleshooting common issues, including firmware corruption. In case of firmware corruption, the instrument can be started from a backup firmware using the firmware backup button located in the battery compartment.
- Accessories: Eddyfi offers protective caps for connectors, a comprehensive array of adapters and specialty connectors, and optional battery chargers and remote controls.
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