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Sonatest Sitescan 150 User Manual

Sonatest Sitescan 150
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Sitescan 150
User’s Guide

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Sonatest Sitescan 150 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSonatest
ModelSitescan 150
CategoryTest Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

How to Use This User's Guide

Typographical Conventions

Explains the formatting conventions used in the manual for buttons, settings, and text.

Disclaimers and Notices

Specific Warnings

Highlights specific safety precautions related to the instrument's pulser circuitry.

General Warnings

Outlines essential elements for proper ultrasonic test equipment use.

Operator Training

Emphasizes the need for adequate training and understanding of ultrasonic principles.

Testing Limitations

Discusses the boundaries of information obtainable from ultrasonic testing.

Critical Operating Factors

Details essential procedures for obtaining accurate ultrasonic test results.

Disclaimer of Liability

States the terms and conditions regarding the product's accuracy and manufacturer liability.

Electromagnetic Compatibility

Lists relevant European Directives and EMC compliance information.

Quick Start

Front Panel and Optional Keyboard Controls

Describes the function of each button and control on the instrument's front panel.

Flaw Detection

Provides steps to establish a basic flaw detection mode on the Sitescan 150.

Thickness Gauging

Details the steps to establish a basic thickness-gauging mode.

Sitescan 150 Memory

Explains how settings are retained in memory and how to reset to factory defaults.

Detailed Menu Description

Menu Tree

Illustrates the overall menu structure of the Sitescan 150.

Main Menu

Describes the main menu selections accessible from the instrument's screen.

CAL Menu

Covers calibration-related menu items for easy instrument calibration.

MEAS Menu

Details configuration options for various measurement techniques.

UTIL Menu

Explains utility functions for configuring units, display, and system settings.

MEMORY Menu

Covers functions for saving, recalling, and managing panel settings and A-Scans.

Storage & Recall of Calibration Setups

Guides on storing and recalling instrument calibration settings and adding notes.

Edit Notes Summary

Summarizes techniques for editing notes using the keypad or keyboard.

Flaw Testing

Basic Flaw Testing

Covers essential considerations for reliable flaw detection.

Flaw Testing Calibration

Explains the calibration process for sensitivity and resolution in flaw detection.

DAC Operation

Details how to establish and use Distance Amplitude Correction curves.

Weld Inspection Using Trigonometry Mode

Describes measuring discontinuity location using angle beam transducers.

Weld Inspection Using the AWS Menu

Explains evaluating weld discontinuities using the AWS standard.

Evaluation of Pipe Imperfections using API 5UE

Details measuring pipe imperfection depth using the API 5UE method.

DGS/AVG Operation

Covers flaw sizing and distance compensation using DGS/AVG methods.

A-LOG, A-Scan Storage

Explains storing, recalling, and printing A-Scans with instrument settings.

Thickness Gauging

Basic Thickness Gauging

Outlines considerations for accurate and reliable thickness measurements.

A-Cal

Describes the automated calibration feature for thickness gauging.

T-LOG Thickness Storage (Numeric)

Explains storing thickness readings under a three-level code system.

T-LOG Thickness Storage (Sequential & Download)

Details transferring thickness readings between computer and instrument.

T-Log Editing and Printing

Covers deleting stored thickness readings and printing thickness logs.

Power Supply

Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

Provides information on the battery pack and essential usage cautions.

Battery Charging

Details the battery charging process and associated safety precautions.

Interface Connections

RS232

Explains the RS232 port for communication with a PC.

Composite Video

Describes the composite video output for connecting to monitors.

Proportional Outputs

Details the configurable proportional outputs for data readings.

Synchronisation Outputs

Explains the synchronisation outputs for TX pulse and acquisition period.

Features of the Sitescan 150

Functional Testing Methods

Lists the various ultrasonic testing methods supported by the instrument.

Specifications

Warranty

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