Inspection of Large Tubes Using Sensor Arrays

The eddy current inspection system was designed for detecting surface defects (e.g. cracks, pores) on hot-rolled tubes. The diameter range spans from 50 mm (2") up to 300 mm (12"), the tube length might vary between 3 m ( ~10 ft) and 15 m (~50 ft). During the inspection the tube is rotated by means of rotating rollers, while the trolley moves the 48-coil sensor array along the tube's axis. The external multiplexer switches with a rate of 32 kHz, so a maximum scan speed of 1.5 m/s can be achieved. A special analysis software provides not alone the GOOD/BAD classification, also the actual defect length is displayed on the operator panel. Using a colour marking device the actual defect position is labeled.

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Features

  • V-shaped rollers used for tube transport
  • cylindrical twin rollers used to rotate the tube (adjustable rotational speed: 0.5 … 1.3 m/s)
  • trolley driven along the tube’s axis by a DC-motor (adjustable axial speed: 0.5 … 1.3 m/s)
  • adjustable vertical position of probe holder (depending on tube diameter)
  • pneumatic lowering/lifting of the probe holder
  • gapless scan of tube’s outer surface due to overlapping probe arrangement
  • 48-coil array (24 dual probes)
  • external multiplexer (32 kHz multiplex rate)
  • reference notches used for calibration: hole 1.8 mm (60 mm tube diameter) / hole 3. 2 mm (180 mm tube diameter) / hole 3.7 mm (272 mm tube diameter) / axial flaws from 5 % of wall thickness on (depth 0.3 mm … 1.3 mm, length 50 mm)
  • input of tube dimensions (diameter, length)
  • input of test speed (helical scan)
  • automatic calculation of rotational speed (tube) and axial speed (trolley) depending on tube dimensions
  • operating mode control (automatic, transport, manual) as well as manual probe lowering/lifting
  • menu navigation via graphic user interface incl. graphic output of test results and status information

System Data

  • inspection mechanics (frame with main beam, trolley with probe holder, roller conveyor)
  • 6-channel eddy current instrument PL500 with ProFiBus I/O module
  • external multiplexer
  • 24 dual probes (48-coil-array)
  • control cabinet
  • operator panel incl. display
  • colour marking device
  • light barrier (surveillance of danger zone)

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Stüken is the world market leader for deep-drawn components, punch and deflection parts of maximum precision and reliably high quality. For automated quality assurance, i.e. for the detection of material and structure defects, Stüken uses line testing equipment, e.g. the ELOTEST PL600 from ROHMANN. Hubert Stüken GmbH & Co. KG

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As a traditional aviation manufacturing and maintenance company, Zeppelin offers professional QM services to the global aviation industry, the automotive industry and mechanical and plant engineering. For the aerospace sector, Zeppelin carries out ZFP training courses using ROHMANN handheld testers Elotest M3, test probes and calibration standards. Zeppelin Systems GmbH

ZF is a leading global technology group in driveline and chassis technology as well as active and passive safety technology. ZF uses a wide range of innovative solutions from ROHMANN for various testing tasks in the field of crack and structural testing. ZF Friedrichshafen AG