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Immersion Tank Testing System


This single system supports both phased array and conventional UT technology and it performs immersion tank testing and manual inspection.
Owing to the complete customer support provided by Olympus, the capacity for customization and the wide range of products it can inspect, this system is sure to meet your needs.

Immersion Tank Testing System

The immersion tank testing system for ultrasonic inspection developed by Olympus is an automatic scanning system that analyzes and evaluates the volume of the inspected part and the weld joint with high accuracy and speed. Customizable analysis software generates an image of the acquired data, automatically calculates and evaluates the defect area, processes 3D imaging, displays defect distribution, and assigns a pass/fail grade.

Features of the Olympus Immersion Tank Testing System

Comprehensive support from a world leader in phased array technology

Because of its extensive experience with phased array systems and portable instruments, Olympus is capable of ensuring that your application and inspection needs are met and that you receive the necessary training.

The immersion tank testing/manual inspection system features both phased array and conventional UT testing, improving the performance rate.

Inspection is not limited to the immersion tank with this system because the phased array flaw detector can be removed and it is portable, which gives you the flexibility to inspect very large sized objects and materials of various shapes. You can also use it with a variety of scanners, probes, and software. You can also choose between conventional UT and phased array according to your situation. Because of the versatility offered by this one system, it can improve operating rates and performance, and it is cost effective.

You can configure and customize your system according to your needs—from low cost to high-end.

Depending on your needs, Olympus recommends which UT flaw detection hardware features and software customization to select from the broad range of choices available, such as one-button operation. The Immersion Tank Testing System can be integrated into your current facility to update and reconfigure old scanners and phased array systems.

Reduces inspection time though the use of phased array technology

Conventional UT Inspection vs. Phased Array Inspection
Conventional UT Inspection/Phased Array Inspection

Phased array instruments can scan a 200 x 200 mm area, at 0.5 mm resolution and 50 mm/s inspection rate, in less than 1 minute with one line wide scan. Conventional UT instruments would take approximately 25 minutes to inspect the same area.

Application Example

  • Disbond and void testing for composites (including CFRP) and anode materials
  • Automotive industry part research and development, such as aluminum ingots, prototype testing, manufacturing inspection, inline quality inspection, etc.

System Overview

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scanner for bent plate
cobra scanner
scanner for pipe
PA probe
phased array probes

Examples of customization capabilities:

  • Scanning patterns can correspond to the part (for example, the standard X-Y axis scan → Y-X axis scan).1
  • The analysis software can be customized.2
  • The system’s size can be changed to suit the constraints of the installation location.
  • Phased array probes can also be customized.
  • Configurable for in-line inspection
  • Retrofit capability for conventional equipment (example: reconfiguration of an old scanner and a phased array system)

1 According to the geometry of the sample, the scanning pattern can accommodate an X-Y scan, an X-Z scan and a Z-R scan.

scan pattern

2 We provide a data analysis that fits your needs, incorporating various external analysis software for your inspection application.

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System Example

Specification example

Inspection method Conventional UT Phased array
Flaw detector Pulser/Receiver
Waveform processing software
(oscilloscope)
Omniscan SX UT Omniscan SX PA
(16/64)
Omniscan MX2 PA
(16/128、32/128)
Omniscan MX2 PA
(16/128、32/128)
TomoView analysis software
Omniscan MX2 PA
(16/128、32/128)
Analysis software
(extended)
UT
Frequency
0.5–75 MHz 0.5–20 MHz 0.5–15 MHz
Features

High frequency inspection
Suitable for research applications

Simple and low-cost entry model
Creates cross-sectional images

High speed inspection with phased array
Entry model for phased array

High speed inspection with phased array
Comprehensive conditional settings
Analyses without external software
 

High speed inspection with phased array
Comprehensive conditional settings
Advanced analysis with TomoView analysis software
 

High speed inspection with phased array
Comprehensive conditional settings
Fully automated inspection with pass/fail determination by software extension
Other customizations

 

Phased array OmniScan MX2 unit specification
Maximum aperture quantity 16 or 32
Maximum aperture quantity working in parallel 128
Frequency bandwidth 0.5 - 20 MHz
Inspection methods Phased array or conventional UT
Scanning range X-Y axis from 200 mm
Minimum scanning resolution 0.1 mm
Standard package specification*
Data analysis by PC Yes
Two-axis scanning Yes
Data confirmation by a phased array unit Yes
Remote control via PC Yes

*OmniScan MX2 (PA1664), immersion tank testing system, TV2.10 Full 5L64‐I1 probe
A high performance package is also available for the automatic analysis of defects in parts in an in-line system.

For details about an Immersion Tank Testing System, please contact here.

Two-axis immersion tank testing system: Standard instrument specification
Drive system Motor-drive control method
Scanning speed Max 300 mm/s
Frequency bandwidth 0.5–20 MHz (phased array)
0.5–35 MHz(UT)
Inspection methods Phased array or conventional UT
Inspection range X-Y axis from 200 mm
Z axis from 100 mm
Minimum resolution of inspection pitch 0.1 mm


**The Immersion Tank Testing System is only available in Japan.
 


 

Olympus IMS

Products Used for This Application
The single group, lightweight OmniScan SX flaw detector features an easy-to-read 8.4-inch (21.3 cm) touch screen and provides cost-effective solutions. The OmniScan SX comes in two models: the SX PA and SX UT. The SX PA is a 16:64PR unit, which, like the UT-only SX UT, is equipped with a conventional UT channel for P/E, P-C, or TOFD inspections.
The OmniScan MX2 features a new phased array module (PA2) with a UT channel, and a two-channel conventional ultrasound module (UT2) that can be used for TOFD (Time-of-Flight Diffraction), as well as new software programs that expand the capabilities of the successful OmniScan MX2 platform.
Performs eddy current array testing inspections. The test configuration supports 32 sensor coils (up to 64 with an external multiplexer) working in bridge or transmit-receive mode. The operating frequency ranges from 20 Hz to 6 MHz with the option of using multiple frequencies in the same acquisition.
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