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Leak
detection (sealing failures) in piping, pressure vessels, valves, pumps, compressors,
ventilation systems and even vehicles can now be detected and evaluated using
the amazing HiTECH
SONAPHONE.
The
amazing SONAPHONE with its Penetrating
Pulse Technology detects
the ultrasonic waves generated from leakage points or excess mechanical
wear.
Applications:
Pneumatic,
steam, gas, & vacuum equipment
Boilers,
pipes, valves, and runners
Bearing
defects, damage and abrasion wear
Condensate
conductors
Electrical
insulation damage
Compressed-air
and vacuum plants
Automotive
pneumatic brakes and devices
Vehicle
cab and door seal integrity
Power
plant steam lines
Benefits:
Energy
cost reduction
Low-cost
preventive maintenance
Reliable
early warning detection
Simple
device ~ Easy to use |
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Detectable
ultrasound waves are produced in many different ways, for example:
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At
leakage points inside of pressure, vapor and vacuum devices
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By
trace condensation
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At
leaking valves, bolts and taps of main systems
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Errors
of rolling-contact bearing
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By
cavitations of pumps and compressors
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By
flashovers and Corona discharges on electric devices
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leaks in applications where no active ultrasonic waves are naturally
produced can be detected. |
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This
is accomplished by placing a SONAPHONE T, ultrasound transmitter,
inside the system (vessel) to be checked.
The
SONAPHONE can then be used to detect
any ultrasonic waves emanating from any leakage points.
Applications
of this type include: vehicles,
tanks, containers, and ventilation systems. |
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Operating principle
In any process involving; fluid
or gas flow, or pressurized vessels, wherever a leakage occurs ultrasound
waves are generated as a result of the internal friction. With the unique
sensor of the SONAPHONE the leak location can be accurately detected sensing
these high-frequency signals. In the SONAPHONE, they are then
transformed into acoustic and electronic signals which provide information
regarding the location and relative size of the leak.
To address non-pressurized
systems a small ultrasound transmitter, SONAPHONE T, is used. Its ultrasound
signals pass through any leaks which can then be monitored by the SONPAHONE as
explained above.
Bearing defects create
higher friction. This can also be identified using the solid-borne sensor with
the SONAPHONE.
   
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