B-SCAN OPTION - Olympus

B-Scan Option for the epOch XT
Our advanced digital ultrasonic flaw
detector, the Panametrics-NDT
EPOCH XT, offers a fully encoded B-scan
option that displays scanned thickness
measurements of internally corroded
pipe or tank walls as easy-to-read crosssectional
images. This time-saving B-scan
option works with multiple crawlers and
encoders providing important transducer
location information of distance traveled.
Complete with thickness markers the
B-scan option provides readings at
specific scan locations and the ability to
automatically save A-scans for minimum
thickness data or when triggered by alarm
conditions.
EPOCH XT B-Scan and Floating Gate
B-SCAN OPTION
Flaw Detectors
Features
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Bi-directional, uni-directional, and
manual scan modes
Ability to simultaneously view
A-scan and B-scan
Scanning resolution up to 0.020 in.
(0.5 mm)
■ Fast scanning rate (variable based
upon operator selectable resolution)
of 20 in./sec. (500 mm/sec) with a
resolution of 0.020 in. (0.5 mm)
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Automatic audible alarm if scan speed
exceeds limit
Operates in all test modes including
Time Varied Gain (TVG) and Floating Gate
Floating Gate improves precision and
consistency of thickness readings
Ability to save a single screenshot or an
entire B-scan
Internal storage of up to 150,000
B-scan thickness readings per scan
Ability to scroll and review internally
stored B-scan data
■ Audible and visual Minimum Depth Alarm
for thickness below an operator defined
level
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Minimum Thickness continuously
captured and updated on screen
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powerful Software and Reporting capabilities
Color-coded Scan Views
The EPOCH XT BSCAN software features color-coded
scan views for striking visual feedback. Triggering a
Minimum-Depth Alarm changes the scan color from
green to red, immediately alerting the operator of a
critically thin area of material. By selecting the Color
Gradient view, the B-scan image gradually shifts from
red to green over the full thickness of the inspection
window, allowing the operator to visualize thickness
variations across the entire inspection range!
B-scan with Floating Gate
GageView ® Pro Optional Interface Program
GageView Pro is Olympus NDT’s PC interface program, compatible with
all EPOCH 4 series, EPOCH XT and EPOCH LTC flaw detectors. GageView
Pro allows the operator to download and review saved B-scan data from the
EPOCH XT. GageView Pro features a detailed B-scan Review window that
allows the user to review: full compressed B-scan, uncompressed B-scan
segments, stored associated A-scan data, minimum and maximum thickness
values, averages, and other important scan statistics, and much more.
GageView Pro also allows the user to either print a B-scan report, including
images, statistics, and calibration data, or export B-scan data to a spreadsheet
program for further review and integration in other reports or databases.
B-scan Print View
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Alarm Color Change
Color Gradient View
Includes Floating Gate Software Option
Included with the B-scan software is Olympus NDT’s Floating Gate software option.
This option allows the operator to “float” Gate 1 and/or Gate 2 at a selected height
compared to a gated echo (-1 dB to -14 dB). This feature is intended to allow more
consistent, precise readings, and is especially useful while acquiring B-scan data in
Edge Detect mode.
B-scan Review Window
Data Export
Image Export

B-Scan Options Specifications*
B-Scan Standard Kit
EPXT-BSCAN-KIT-XX
Includes:
EPXT-BSCAN: B-scan operating software
for the EPOCH XT
EP4/ENC: B-scan Position Encoder
EPXT-ENC-CBL-XX: Position Encoder Cable
with specified cable length. (Cable lengths
available 10, 25, 50, and 100 feet)
Notes:
• Panametrics-NDT D790-SM, 5.0 MHz,
0.434 in. (11.0 mm) diameter, transducer
sold separately
• Panametrics-NDT BCMD-316-XXB or
L1CMD-316-XXB transducer cables also
sold separately
• Transducer cables available in 5, 10, 25,
50, and 100 feet lengths
• B-scan option can be added to existing
EPOCH XT units remotely if the instrument
is equipped with the Hardware I/O
option.
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Optional Accessories
EP4/ENC-PH: Probe holder assembly
EP4/MW: One pair of magnetic hold down
wheels
EP4/EPB: Extension pole bracket
EP4/WC: Replaceable wear cap
EP4/EWC: Replaceable extended wear cap
GAGEVIEWPRO-KIT-USB: Interface
Program on CD-ROM, includes USB
interface cable
EP4/ENC-PH
EP4/WC
or
EP4/EWC
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*All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Encoder Specifications
Resolution: 50 pulses per inch (0.020 in.
per reading) 2 pulses per mm (0.5 mm
per reading)
Outputs: Standard quadrature position
outputs, TTL/CMOS compatible
Power: Single +5 V supply provided by
EPOCH XT
Connector: LEMO ® , four conductor
Water Fitting: Bronze barbed fitting
requires 5/32 in. (4.0 mm) ID tubing
Pipe Diameter: Minimum 3.0 in. (76.2 mm)
Dimensions: (L x W x H)
4.41 in. x 2.75 in. x 2.70 in.
(111 mm x 69 mm x 68 mm)
Weight: 0.93 lb (425 g)
Construction: Rugged, sealed cast
aluminum
Note: Other commercially available
encoders or crawlers can be used with the
EPOCH XT B-scan option.
EP4/EPB