Olson Instruments NDE-360 User Manual

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IMPACT ECHO TEST
NDE-360
NDE-360 Platform with WinTFS Software Version 2.3

Olson Instruments NDE-360 Specifications

General

Brand	Olson Instruments
Model	NDE-360
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Summary

Introduction to Impact Echo Testing

Manual Organization and Scope

Details the manual's structure, content, and user guidance for the IE system.

Impact Echo Test Methodology

Explains the principles, applications, and formula for Impact Echo testing.

NDE-360 System Hardware

Hardware Component Listing

Lists and describes the NDE-360 platform, IE test head, cables, power supply, and card reader.

NDE-360 Platform Maintenance and Channels

Covers battery charging, location, and the channel arrangement for the system.

Hardware Setup Procedure

Provides instructions on connecting the IE test head to the NDE-360 system.

IE Data Acquisition

System Startup and Test Selection

Guides on powering on the system, checking the flash card, and selecting the IE test.

Configuring Data Acquisition Parameters

Details adjustable parameters like date/time, gain, sample rate, and trigger levels.

Recording, Saving, and Recalling Data

Explains how to acquire, save, and retrieve collected IE data records.

WinTFS Software for Data Analysis

WinTFS Software Installation

Covers prerequisite software and step-by-step installation of the WinTFS analysis software.

Initial WinTFS Software Execution

Guides through first-time setup, software key entry, and parameter file handling.

Data Analysis and Interpretation

Details reading data, accepting/rejecting, filtering, velocity settings, and exporting plots.

Example IE Data Analysis Cases

Presents examples of analyzing sound concrete, cracks, and honeycomb conditions.