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ETC-2000: Eddy current scanning system for jet engines

Technology: Eddy current equipments, accessories and reference standards
Type: Eddy current probes and accessories
Product description

The modularity of the ETC systems offers exceptional flexibility to meet diverse inspection requirements, enabling cost-effective lean cell inspection processes in the manufacturing or overhaul of critical components.

Fully multi-axis compatible systems feature three fixed motion axes (Vertical, Scanner Axis Rotation, and Turntable Rotation) and freely orientable M-drive units. The ability to orient the M-axes in any direction within 3D space allows these systems to achieve displacement accuracies unattainable by conventional robotic drive systems with six or more axes.

Specifications

The ETC drive systems are classified into three axes, each with specific characteristics for optimized operation:

  1. M-Axis (Horizontal/Angular Drive Depending on Mounting)
    • Motor Series: Pittman 9234
    • Maximum Voltage: 24 VDC; Torque: 6.1 oz-in
    • Amplifier Operation: 20 VDC, 6 A
    • Maximum Current with automated drive: 1.3 A
    • Maximum Current with Joystick Operation: 0.3 A
    • Direct Worm Screw Coupling: 0.375-inch diameter, 16 TPI
    • Maximum Speed (Automated): 4 inches/sec (102 mm/s)
    • Velocidad programada normal: 0.25 – 1 pulgada/seg (6 – 25 mm/s)
    • Joystick Speed: 2.8 inches/sec (71 mm/s)
  2. C-Axis (Circular/Rotary Drive)
    • Motor Series: Pittman 23000
    • Maximum Voltage: 170 VDC; Torque: 100.3 oz-in
    • Amplifier Operation: 20 VDC, 15 A
    • Maximum Current with Automated Drive: 2 A (variable)
    • Maximum Current with joystick Operation: 0.5 A (variable)
    • Gear Coupling Ratio: 91:1
    • Maximum Speed (Automated): 108 degrees/sec (18 rpm)
    • Velocidad programada normal: 6 – 60 grados/seg (1 – 10 rpm)
    • Joystick Speed: 14.4 degrees/sec (2.4 rpm)
  3. X-Axis (Vertical Drive)
    • Motor Series: Pittman 23000
    • Maximum Voltage: 170 VDC; Torque: 100.3 oz-in
    • Amplifier Operation: 20 VDC, 15 A
    • Maximum Current with Automated Drive: 5 A (variable)
    • Maximum Current with joystick Operation: 2 A (variable)
    • Direct Worm Screw Coupling: 0.625-inch diameter, 10 TPI
    • Maximum Speed (Automated): 12 inches/sec (305 mm/s)
    • Normal Programmed Speed: 0.25 - 1 inch/sec (6 – 25 mm/s)
    • Joystick Speed: 1.4 inches/sec (36 mm/s)

These specifications outline the voltage, torque, maximum current, maximum speeds, and coupling types for each axis of the ETC system, ensuring precise and reliable performance tailored to critical inspection tasks.

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