ibg eddyguard S Eddy Current Tester (EDDYGUARD-S)

ibg eddyguard S Eddy Current Tester
 

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    EDDYGUARD-S
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Description



ibg's eddyguard® S is the entry-level structure eddy current tester for one channel nondestructive testing of metal components, mass-produced parts and semi-finished products per the Preventive Multi-Frequency Technology (PMFT) and Simultaneous Harmonic Analysis.

The eddyguard® S is designed to test material properties such as hardness, case depth, case depth pattern, structure, tensile strength, heat treatment or alloy.

Compact Design

The eddyguard® S has a compact design and focuses on one channel structure applications with one coil at one location. The tester is designed to work with a PC or laptop that you supply and connects via a USB port. The unit features an intuitive software interface that is easy to understand. Once configured, the eddyguard® S can be disconnected from the PC/laptop while continuing testing operations.

Compatible Across All ibg Probes and Coils

The eddyguard® S is based on ibg's universal platform and works with all ibg coils and probes. It is recommended for new eddy current testing applications or upgrading existing eddy current testing infrastructure with the latest cutting-edge technology.

Ready to Test in Minutes

You can calibrate the eddyguard® S with ibg's unique "good-part-only-concept" that enables you to set up in minutes. As soon as you test a sample of good parts and they are recorded as reference parts, you can begin testing. The eddyguard® S uses auto-generated tolerance zones based on the metallurgical magnetic fingerprint of the group of good parts for all PMFT test frequencies of the fundamental wave and two harmonics.

Features

Tolerance Zones

When recording material data with a PC/laptop, the eddyguard automatically generates elliptical tolerance zones for a reliable test. A tolerance zone editor is integrated for special applications enabling the skilled user to define the zones in rectangular or elliptical form freely.

iSHA Harmonic Analysis

In addition to the eight fundamental test frequencies, two harmonics (2nd to 9th harmonic selectable) for each test frequency can be turned on and simultaneously evaluated without increasing the test time thanks to the iSHA-technology (ibg‘s Simultaneous Harmonic Analysis).

Display (with connected PC/laptop only)

Test results are shown as bar graphs, single ellipse or multiple ellipses, and are selectable.

Coils

A multitude of encircling coils up to a diameter of 500 mm as well as structure test probes are available for standard applications. Customized coils (i.e., ID coils and rectangular coils) for special applications are designed and manufactured in-house. Test coils may be connected either as ibg recommended compensating pair of coils or as self-compensating single coil. Monitoring of coil and cable failure, as well as a 50/60 Hz noise suppression, can be activated. ibg also offers a range of durable highspeed sorting devices for test parts up to 60 mm diameter.

Activating Test

Start of test can be manually on the PC/laptop via PLC or optional start button. There is an autostart function that detects the part in the test coil and activates testing immediately or after an adjustable delay time.

Test Speed

High-speed testing performed within milliseconds. Using eight test frequencies, a cycle rate up to seven parts per second with encircling coils and 25 parts with probes can be realized with standard settings.

Part Types

Maximum 20 part types with all settings and reference data can be stored in the device memory and switched over manually via PC/laptop or PLC for automated processes.

Data Storage and Transfer

Part types and instrument settings are stored on the PC/laptop and may additionally be saved, e.g. onto a USB-stick.

Automation without PLC

Direct control of sorting devices, paint marking systems or indicating lamps is possible with merely an external voltage source 24V DC, providing a low-cost solution for small automated systems without an additional PLC, too.

Operation / Configuration

ibg operating software to be installed on a PC/laptop supplied by the customer. System requirements: USB 2.0 and operating system MS Windows 7 (32 or 64 bit) or Windows XP (32 bit).

Help Function

The software for the PC/laptop has a context-sensitive help function which often renders a look into the manual unnecessary.

Languages

The software for the PC/laptop may be set to German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Czech, Hungarian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Russian. Other languages are available as an option.

Specs

 

Connections

IO-ports

Optically insulated interface for PLC connection with 32 inputs and 32 outputs

USB 2.0

For connection of a PC/laptop supplied by customer.

Housing

Completely sealed and thus can be used in a dusty production environment; for installation on top hat rail TH35 as per DIN EN 60715

Designed to be integrated: an eddyguard S in a typical assembly inside a cabinet.