Herramientas software B-scan

Equipos de ultrasonidos

Our advanced digital ultrasonic flaw detector, the EPOCH XT, offers a fully encoded B-scan option that
displays scanned thickness measurements of internally corroded pipe or tank walls as easy-to-read cross-
sectional images. This time-saving B-scan option works with multiple crawlers and encoders providing
important transducer location information of distance traveled. Complete with thickness markers the B-
scan option provides readings at specific scan locations and the ability to automatically save A-scans for
minimum thickness data or when triggered by alarm conditions.

Features

• Bi-directional, uni-directional, and manual scan modes

• Ability to simultaneously view A-scan and B-scan
• Scanning resolution up to 0.020 in. (0.5 mm)
• Fast scanning rate (variable based upon operator selectable resolution) of 20 in./sec. (500
mm/sec) with a resolution of 0.020 in. (0.5 mm)
• Automatic audible alarm if scan speed exceeds limit
• Operates in all test modes including Time Varied Gain (TVG) and Floating Gate
• Floating Gate improves precision and consistency of thickness readings
• Ability to save a single screenshot or an entire B-scan
• Internal storage of up to 150,000 B-scan thickness readings per scan
 • Ability to scroll and review internally stored B-scan data
• Audible and visual Minimum Depth Alarm for thickness below an operator defined level
• Minimum Thickness continuously captured and updated on screen

Powerful Software and Reporting Capabilities

Color-coded Scan Views
The EPOCH XT BSCAN software features color-coded scan views for striking visual feedback. Triggering a
Minimum-Depth Alarm changes the scan color from green to red, immediately alerting the operator of a
critically thin area of material. By selecting the Color Gradient view, the B-scan image gradually shifts
from red to green over the full thickness of the inspection window, allowing the operator to visualize
thickness variations across the entire inspection range!

Color Gradient View

Alarm Color Change

Includes Floating Gate Software Option

Included with the B-scan software is the Floating Gate software option. This option allows the operator to
"float" Gate 1 and/or Gate 2 at a selected height compared to a gated echo (-1 dB to -14 dB). This
feature is intended to allow more consistent, precise readings, and is especially useful while acquiring B-
scan data in Edge Detect mode.

B-scan with Floating Gate

B-Scan Options Specifications*

B-Scan Standard Kit
EPXT-BSCAN-KIT-XX Includes:
EPXT-BSCAN: B-scan operating software for the EPOCH XT
EP4/ENC: B-scan Position Encoder
EPXT-ENC-CBL-XX: Position Encoder Cable with specified cable length. (Cable lengths available 10, 25,
50, and 100 feet)
Notes:

• Panametrics D790-SM, 5.0 MHz, 0.434 in. (11.0 mm) diameter, transducer sold separately
• Panametrics BCMD-316-XXB or L1CMD-316-XXB transducer cables also sold separately
• Transducer cables available in 5, 10, 25, 50, and 100 feet lengths
• B-scan option can be added to existing EPOCH XT units remotely if the instrument is equipped
with the Hardware I/O option.

Optional Accessories
EP4/ENC-PH: Probe holder assembly
EP4/MW: One pair of magnetic hold down wheels
EP4/EPB: Extension pole bracket
EP4/WC: Replaceable wear cap
EP4/EWC: Replaceable extended wear cap
GAGEVIEWPRO-KIT-USB: Interface Program on CD-ROM, includes USB interface cable

Encoder Specifications
Resolution: 50 pulses per inch (0.020 in. per reading) 2 pulses per mm (0.5 mm per reading)
Outputs: Standard quadrature position outputs, TTL/CMOS compatible
Power: Single +5 V supply provided by EPOCH XT
Connector: LEMO®, four conductor
Water Fitting: Bronze barbed fitting requires 5/32 in. (4.0 mm) ID tubing
Pipe Diameter: Minimum 3.0 in. (76.2 mm)
Dimensions: (L x W x H) 4.41 in. x 2.75 in. x 2.70 in. (111 mm x 69 mm x 68 mm)
Weight: 0.93 lb (425 g)
Construction: Rugged, sealed cast aluminum
Note: Other commercially available encoders or crawlers can be used with the EPOCH XT B-scan option.