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S. Schulz J. Klein August 2004
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Multi-Channel Evolution
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USIP 40
USIP 20
KB 6000
KSE
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Casing
Box Rack
132 x 450 x 430 mm (H x W x D) 310 x 450 x 375 mm (H x W x D)
3 HE 19 7 HE 19
7 kg 16,5 kg
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Hardware Structure
PC or Notebook
UT-Box
1 to 10 Channel
Multiplexer
Ethernet
USIP 40 Box USIP 40 Rack
PC
UT-Rack
1 to 10 Channel
Multiplexer
Ethernet
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Hardware Structure
PC
UT
1 to 10 Channel
Multiplexer
Ethernet
TCP/IP Protocol
Real time ultrasonic evaluation Providing a Graphical User Interface (GUI)
for the operator
Real time operating of the Managing and storing the ultrasonic
hardware inputs and outputs and system parameters
Interpreting commands and Receiving and storing the measured
receiving settings data from the PC data and digitized A-scans
Transferring measured data and Providing a software interface for customized
digitized A-scans to the PC solutions
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Ultrasonic Instrument
1 channel device
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Ultrasonic System
5 channel device
10 channel device
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Multi-Channel Operation
Sequence is a number of cycles
Cycle is a time segment defined by PRF
Cycle is assigned to a test function
Up to 20 different test functions per sequence Example: 5 channels with 8 Cycles
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Multi-Channel Operation
Parameters switched cycle by cycle
Gate start A-Scan Delay DAC/TCG
Gate width A-Scan Range TOF Mode
Gate threshold Gain Rectification
IF Gate Mode Filter Noise Suppression Counter
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Key Aspects
Flaw Detection Thickness Measurement
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Key Aspects
Flaw Detection Thickness Measurement
Gate I
Gate A Gate B
Gate C
SAP
Amp to DAC
Amp Diff A-B
t
ZeroBefore
t
ZeroAfter
t
Flank
t
Peak
A
Peak
Amplitude: in % or dB to reference TOF: Flank, Peak, Zero-Crossing
Amplitude: A-I, B-I, C-I, B-A
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Plugin Structure
Complete Plugin Selection
Selected Plugins
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Plugin Structure
Complete Plugin selection Selected Plugins
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Plugin Structure
Selected Plugins Individual Screen Arrangement
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Technical Highlights Customised USIP 40
Each Layer is an individual selection of
Plugins
Each Layer can be well adapted to an
individual operator level
Each Layer can be well adapted to a
specific application
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Technical Highlights Multi A-Scan
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Simultaneously view up to 10 cycles on
one screen
Each individual A-Scan is complete with
operating setup and 4 gates per cycle
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Technical Highlights EchoMAX
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Probe PRF 20 kHz
1.
2.
n + 1 ....... n
50 s
Screen refresh rate 50 Hz 20 ms
1. USIP 40 Screen 2. USIP 40 Screen
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Probe IFF 20 kHz
1.
2. ....... 400
50 s
n = 20 ms 50 s = 400 Pulses
20 ms
1. USIP 40 Screen 2. USIP 40 Screen
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Technical Highlights EchoMAX
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Probe
1.
2. ....... 400
EchoMAX collects each single A-Scan
during screen refreshment and shows
them compressed within the next A-Scan
1. USIP 40 Screen 2. USIP 40 Screen
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Technical Feature and Benefit Analysis
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Feature Benefit
EchoMAX A-Scan visualization of short time echoes
Simultaneously multi A-Scan view Parallel visibility of all active channels
Customer Configurable GUI Applicable to operator levels
Dynamic UT Adjustment Different UT-parameter per cycle
Analog / TTL Output Retrofit with existing hardware and compatible
with existing software
Ethernet Enabled Remote monitoring
XP Platform Interfaces with Microsoft applications
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Technical Feature and Benefit Analysis
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Feature Benefit
Complete Digital Instrument Outstanding reproducibility of test results
High Bandwidth 0,2 - 30 MHz Applications in higher frequency range
Real time digitalization with 400 MHz Increased inspection velocity and accuracy
TOF Resolution 2,5ns High precision of measurement
High PRF of 20 kHz Increased inspection velocity
Back-wall-echo attenuation/amplification With 2
nd
amplifier 110dB dynamic range
DAC and TCG function Individual for all 20 cycles
Encoder inputs Data compression according on position
Echo-Start function Dynamic inspections reliability
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Technical Position within the Product Line
USIP 40 USIP 20 GP USPC 2100 VIS
# Channels 1, 5, 10 1, 4, 8 1-8 per box 1-12 per rack
Operating Mode Multiplex Multiplex MUX, Parallel MUX, Parallel
Max PRF 20 kHz 10 kHz 10 kHz 20 kHz
Probe Range 0.2 - 30 Mhz 0.5 - 25 Mhz 0.8 - 12.5 Mhz 0.5 - 25 Mhz
BE Attenuation 110 dB 40 dB - 110 dB
DAC Points 16 8 16 60
TOF Resolution 2.5 ns 33 ns 1.5 ns 4.17 ns
Analog Outputs 10 2/2 2/card -
1-10 Channel Pricing 17-40 k 40-80 k 24-95 k 64-127 k
USIP 40 Multiplex System, Excellent cost / performance ratio
USPC 2100 Parallel System for high test speed and short defects
VIS Parallel System for high test speed and short defects
High number of channels
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Value Statement
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Excellent UT Peformance
Flaw detection and thickness measurement
Remarkable technical features improving inspection confidence
Excellent cost / performance ratio
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Further Advantages
Superior equipment with excellent UT performance
Smart Plugin concept
Customised UT-System
UT-Expert advice
On-Site training for operators, supervisors and maintenance technicans
Warranty of good repute
Service of good repute
Long term service contracts
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Unique Selling Points
Inspection Confidence and reduction of machine downtime by:
Individual Screen Arrangement
> Higher inspection confidence from lower level operator
> Higher inspection confidence for specific applications
Multi A-Scan
> Higher inspection confidence by simultaneously observation of all active channels
Compatible with existing application software
> Higher inspection confidence by using of established application software
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Unique Characteristic
Excellent cost / performance ratio
Sophisticated UT-features in one device
Excellent UT performance
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GE Aircraft Engines Certification
To Whom it may concern;
The USIP 40 has been tested and Qualified, aside from a Recorder, to
be use for P3TF22, P3TF30, and P3TF35.
A DRB will be written to encompass the results of the testing and a
letter will be written to add the USIP 40 to the DFO's.
Sincerity,
Terry Dakin
Level III Certify Agent
Phone (513) 552-4852
Fax (513) 552-8954
e-mail terry.dakin@ae.ge.com
P3TF22, LONGITUDINAL IMMERSION ULTRASONIC INSPECTION OF
FORGINGS TO FLAT BOTTOM HOLE SENSITIVITIES
P3TF30, HIGH SENSITIVITY ULTRASONIC INSPECTION OF FORGED
FINE GRAIN POWDER ALLOY
P3TF35, ULTRASONIC INSPECTION
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Reference List
Qty Industry Country Configuration Application
2 Aerospace USA 10 Channel Box Composite
2 Rail Germany 10 Channel Rack Rail and Wheel
1 Steel-Pipe Spain 10 Channel Rack TM Weld
1 Steelworks South Africa 5 Channel Box Billets
1 Steelworks Austria 5 Channel Rack Stainless Steel Bar
1 Aluminumworks Germany 5 Channel Rack Aluminum Bar
2 Automotive Germany 10 Channel Rack Piston Testing
3 Automotive Germany 10 Channel Piston Testing
1 Automotive Germany 5 Channel Box Piston Testing
1 Automotive Germany 10 Channel Box Piston Testing
1 Forging Germany 5 Channel Rack Forgings
1 Steel-Pipes Argentina 10 Channel Rack TM Weld
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We are looking forward to assist you
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