GE Phasor XS 16:64 phased array ultrasonic flaw detector
The GE Phasor XS brings the proven advantages of Phased Array technology to a
new – and accessible – level. This portable and rugged device combines the value
of Phased Array with a codecompliant conventional UT flaw detector. It is simple
to use, easy to learn and specially designed with practical, relevant features.
When used in Phased Array mode, the operator can electronically control
multiple beams from one probe. The precise beam control including angle, focus
and size, results in improved probability of detection (POD) and sizing. With
one scan from one contact location, greater area is covered and comprehensive
data can be viewed in real time on a full color sector display. When compared to
conventional Ultrasonic inspection, the productivity and cost savings from the
Phasor XS are easily measured.
Productivity gains
When the inspection requires a different angle with conventional ultrasonic
testing, the operator must change his probe and re-visualize the integration of
the new information. A different time base and sensitivity level is represented.
Although this is not a problem for the skilled operator, it takes time. Through
the power of Phasor XS, these inefficiencies are drastically minimized.
Real time color imaging from the Phasor XS supplies an integrated
cross-sectional visualization of the part originating from multiple angles. A
single A-Scan can also be selected for display in combination with the image.
With a single probe, you can achieve more than ever before – and in less time!
Overall, the Phasor XS provides:
- Improved area coverage, faster results
- More information from one scan of the part
- Better recorded result from the generation of an image
- One probe replicates the capabilities of many conventional UT probes and
wedges
- Time and cost savings from reduced hours evaluating indications with
multiple angles
Measurable time savings!
Some weld inspections require a complete scan with three separate angles.
Using the Phasor XS can result in a time savings of two thirds!
Test quality improvements
Defect orientation is a prediction made in the development of a test
procedure and an inspection angle is chosen based on this prediction. Beam
spread is chosen purposely broad to account for some level of error in the
prediction, so essentially it is a compromise.
With the Phasor XS, electronic control of the beam allows test procedures to
be developed that will yield higher Probability of Detection (POD), in the same
inspection time, by allowing the choice of an ideal beam over the full
inspection area. The quality of the scan is improved and the Phasor XS’
full-color, real time sector display with selectable A-Scan supplies the
standard accepted method for instant and reliable sizing.
Simple change over
Building Phased Array capabilities into a successful proven operating
platform ensures the transition to Phased Array inspection will be cost
effective. Phasor XS’ simple menu driven operation of basic Phased Array
controls puts the technology within reach of the Level II field inspector. Data
is easily interpreted and the cost of training is minimal.
Standard Features
An on board data set memory is combined with removable storage via an SD card
for documentation and setup storage. This ensures your operators will be working
with consistent setups to get brilliant results that you can see later on the
screen or computer
The unique Sector Freeze mode allows review and storage of all the A-Scans
behind the image. Select your beam of interest from all of the shots for
separate display and improve your sizing with focal and angle control.
- Combined Phased Array and code compliant Conventional UT flaw detector
- Truly portable Phased Array – less than 4 kg (7 lbs)
- Electronically controlled and selectable beam angles, focus and size
- Simultaneous inspection with multiple beams from a single location
- Full color, real time sector display with a selectable ASCAN
- Fullscreen Bscan plus Display reverse and flip
- Rugged packaging to withstand heavy onsite use
- Snap shot image storage of sector images and ASCANS
- Dialog probes 16/64
- Delay law calculator
- Push button control for operation in a bag
- Simple operating scheme
- Image transfer via SD card
Specifications:
Display Size Resolution
6.5” VGA (640*480 pixel) color TFT, 60Hz refresh rate
Battery Type
Custom Li-Ion battery pack (3S6P configuration)
Battery Life
4 hours minimum
Battery Charging
External charger that connects directly to the battery pack
External Power Supply
Universal input (85 – 265V / 50 – 60 Hz)
Units of Measure
inch and mm
SD Card Memory
Sealed compartment
Number of Cycles Focal Laws
Conventional Channel: 1
Phased Array Channels: 128 (max)
Pulse repetition frequency
Conventional Channel: 15 to 2000Hz
Phased Array Channels: 15 to 7680Hz
Pulser Type
Conventional Channel: Spike
Phased Array Channels: Bipolar Squarewave
Pulser Voltage
Conventional Channel: 300V (max)
Phased Array Channels: +/-25V to +/-75V
Pulser Energy
Conventional Channel: Low, High
Phased Array Channels: n/a
Pulser Rise Time
Conventional Channel: <15ns
Phased Array Channels: Not Specified
Damping
Conventional Channel: 50, 500 and 1000
Phased Array Channels: n/a
Dual Mode
Conventional Channel: Off and On
Phased Array Channels: n/a
Receiver input Capacitance
Conventional Channel: <50pF
Phased Array Channels:
Maximum input voltage
Conventional Channel: 40Vp-p
Phased Array Channels:
Bandwidth / Amplifier bandpass
Conventional Channel: 0.3 to 15MHz(-3dB points)
Phased Array Channels: 0.5 to 10MHz
Direct Documentation Format
Conventional Channel: JPEG
Phased Array Channels: JPEG
Probe Connections
Conventional Channel: 00 Lemo/ BNC Adaptor Supplied
Phased Array Channels: Custom Supplied
Physical Probe
Conventional Channel: n/a
Phased Array Channels: 1 to 64
Virtual probe
Conventional Channel: n/a
Phased Array Channels: 1 to 16
Number of Cycles
Conventional Channel: 1
Phased Array Channels: 1 to 128
Pulser Width (1/2 Cycle)
Conventional Channel: n/a
Phased Array Channels: 40 to 500ns
Pulser Delay
Conventional Channel: n/a
Phased Array Channels: 0 to 10.24us
Receiver Delay
Conventional Channel: n/a
Phased Array Channels: 0 to 10.24us
Receiver Input Resistance
Conventional Channel: 1000ohm (dual mode)
Phased Array Channels: 220ohm
Analog Gain
Conventional Channel: 0 to 110.0dB
Phased Array Channels: 0 to 40.0dB
Digital Gain
Conventional Channel: n/a
Phased Array Channels: 0 to 50.0dB
Frequency Select
Conventional Channel: 2.25MHz, 5MHz, LP and HP
Phased Array Channels: 2.25MHz, 5MHz, LP and HP
Rectification
Conventional Channel: PosHW, NegHW and Fullwave
Phased Array Channels: PosHW, NegHW and Fullwave
Measurement Resolution
Conventional Channel: 5nsec
Phased Array Channels: 5nsec
Displayed Readings
Conventional Channel: A%A, A%B, SA/, SA^, SB/, SB^
Phased Array Channels: A%A, A%B, SA/, SA^, SB/, SB^
VGA output
Conventional Channel: Yes
Phased Array Channels: Yes
SD Card Memory
Conventional Channel: Yes
Phased Array Channels: Yes
RS 232 interface
Conventional Channel: Yes
Phased Array Channels: Yes
Auto Timebase Calibration
Conventional Channel: Yes
Phased Array Channels: No
Reject
Conventional Channel: 0 to 80%
Phased Array Channels: 0 to 80%
TCG
Conventional Channel: 16 points (max) - 6dB/usec
Phased Array Channels: 16 points (max) - 6dB/usec
Sound Velocity
Conventional Channel: .0393 - .5905”/us[1000 – 15000m/s]
Phased Array Channels: .0393 - .5905”/us[1000 - 15000m/s]
Range
Conventional Channel: 5m @ steel shear velocity
Phased Array Channels: 1m @ steel shear velocity
Weight
Conventional Channel: 7.5lbs (with batteries)
Phased Array Channels: 7.5lbs (with batteries)
Size
Conventional Channel: 11.1”W x 6.75”H x 6.25”D (282 x 171 x 159mm)
Phased Array Channels: 11.1”W x 6.75”H x 6.25”D (282 x 171 x 159mm)
Display Delay
Conventional Channel: 2.5m @ steel shear velocity
Phased Array Channels: 1m @ steel shear velocity
Gates
Conventional Channel: A, B
Phased Array Channels: A,B,IF
Gate Threshold
Conventional Channel: 5% to 95%
Phased Array Channels: 5% to 95%
Gate Start
Conventional Channel: [0.1mm to 2m]
Phased Array Channels: 0.1mm to 1m
Gate Width
Conventional Channel: [0.1mm to 2m]
Phased Array Channels: 0.1mm to 1m
Gate Modes
Conventional Channel: Off, Pos, Neg[Off,
Coincidence, Anticoincidence]
Phased Array Channels:
TOF Modes
Conventional Channel: Flank, Peak
Phased Array Channels: Flank, Peak
Scan type
Conventional Channel: n/a
Phased Array Channels: Linear or Sector
Data visualization refresh rate
Conventional Channel: 60Hz
Phased Array Channels: 60Hz
Available views
Conventional Channel: Ascan
Phased Array Channels: Ascan only, Image only, Ascan + Image
Dialog Languages
Conventional Channel: English, Spanish, German, French, Chinese,
Japanese
Phased Array Channels: English, Spanish, German, French, Chinese,
Japanese
Environmental tests
Cold Storage
-20C for 72 hrs, 502.4 Procedure I
Cold Operation
0C for 16 hrs, 502.4 Procedure II
Heat Storage
+70C for 48 hrs, 501.4 Procedure I
Heat Operation
+55C for 16 hrs, 501.4 Procedure II
Damp Heat / Humidity
10 Cycles: 10hrs at +65C down to +30C, 10 hrs at +30C up to +65C,
Transition within 2 hrs, 507.4
Temperature Shock
3 Cycles: 4 hrs at –20C up to +70C, 4 hrs at +70C, Transitions
within 5 minutes, 503.4 Procedure II
Vibration
514.5-5 Procedure I, Annex C, Figure 6, General exposure: 1hr each
axis
Shock
6 cycles each axis, 15g, 11ms half sine, 516.5 Procedure I
Loose Cargo
514.5 Procedure II
Transit Drop
516.5 Procedure IV, 26 drops
IP54 / IEC529 Dust Proof / Dripping water proof as per IEC 529
Environmental sealing tests
IP54 / IEC529 … Dust Proof / dripping water proof as per IEC 529
specifications for IP54 classification
Enviromental
op temp
Low battery indication
Amplitude variation expected over battery life
Graticule
Architectural suppression
Linearity on timebase
Pulser, Voltage p to p, rise time, duration, fall time, Reverberation
ampitude, frequncy spectrum plot
Amplifier and attenuator
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