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Advanced Eddy Current Instrument
ETbox8i
Main Features
ETbox8i is a digital multi-channel and multi-frequency Eddy current instrument for inspectionof components in the electricity generation, nuclear and industrial sectors. It supportsstandard Eddy current (ET) and remote field (RFT) tubing probes and surfacescanning arrays. TEDDY software available for acquisition and analysis.
- Multi-channel and multi-frequency capabilities. Up to 512channels.
- Configurable with different probes: Bobbin, MRPC, Multi-coil& Array for tubing inspection and surfaces inspection based onMulti-coil or Array probes. Multiplexer options.
- Multiplexed and simultaneous injection modes.
- Wide frequency range of 10 Hz to 5 MHz. Independent channelgain control. Hardware null and reference probe simulation.
- 100% digital signal processing on board. FIR filters and signaldetection threshold.
- No ventilation fans needed, low power consumption.
- High immunity against EMC noises. Single board. No wires.
- On board 100/1000 Ethernet FPGA controller. No need ofembedded PCs.
- Easy to transport. Reduced Weight.
- Full compatible with TEDDY software running under Windows.Advanced acquisition and analysis software for tubinginspection and surfaces.
- Data display in real time: Strip-chart, Lissajous, C-Scan, and 3Dviews.
- User definable screens.
- Configuration and calibration of instrument. Digital filters.
- Integration with mechanical systems.
Teddy Software
Teddy software includes a full suite of applications for advanced acquisition andanalysis for both tubing inspection and other components of the industry. TEDDY software is Windows XP/7 compatible. Alternatively drivers software andsupport documentation are available for customizable user applications withETbox instruments.
Technical Specifications
GENERAL
Channels
16 time-slots up to 64 frequencies
Multiplexed mode: 128
Simultaneous mode: 32
Mix mode: 512
Multiplexed mode: 128
Simultaneous mode: 32
Mix mode: 512
Techniques
ECT (Eddy Current), ECA (Array), RFT (Remote Field)
EMITTERS
Number
4
Voltage
0 – 24Vpp, 1V step
Modes
Multiplexed and Simultaneous Injection
Frequency Range
10Hz to 5MHz.
RECEIVER
Number
8
Bandwidth
10Hz to 5MHz.
Gain range
0 to 40dB, 1 dB steps (Analog gain)
Algorithms
Hardware Null
Reference coil simulation
DIGITAL FUNCTIONS
A/D sampling rate
40 MSPS, 14 bits (internal processing @16 bits)
Acquisition rate
Up to 50000 acq/second
Synchronism
Internal Clock, External Digital Input, Encoder
Frequency Filters
Digital programmable FIR type,
Real Time Defect Recognition
Threshold detection
Tube-Air detection
Tube-Air detection
OTHERS
ET connector
Amphenol MS3470L20-41S
Digital I/O
4 inputs, 4 output Isolated (TTL/ Differential)
Analog I/O
2 inputs Isolated, 2 Output Isolated. ±10V 20KHz Bandwidth
Encoder
6 encoders Isolated. TTL / Differential.
Incremental or Pulse Type.
Ethernet port
100/1000 BaseT
Dimensions
250 x 300 x 270 mm (DxWxH).
Power
100-240 Vac, 50-60Hz (100W)
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