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Eddy Current Array (ECA) Probes

An Eddy Current Array (ECA), in its fundamental form, is a series of single coils arranged in a row or rows, allowing much larger single-pass coverage than a conventional single-coil eddy current probe. Because of the larger coverage, inspection times are significantly improved.

Multiplexing is used to enable/disable the coils in a specific sequence. UniWest’s RCAT array probes feature a miniature multiplexer built right into the probe.

Below are examples of “basic” ECA probes, but as you can imagine, most applications demand a somewhat custom probe to accommodate specific part geometry and required coverage demands. Please contact our ECA experts to discuss your specific application.

Advantages compared to conventional ETC probes

  • Larger single-pass coverage

  • Faster inspection times

  • C-scan imaging & encoding improves flaw detection and visualization

  • Complex shapes can be efficiently inspected using custom probes matching the part profile

UniWest RCAT-24X Conform Eddy Current Array (ECA) probe

RCAT-24X-CONFORM-1.2” IM

  • 24 differential orthogonal (cross wound) coils

  • Frequency range: 500 kHz - 2 MHz

  • Built-in multiplexer

  • Coverage: 1.2”

  • Encoder for C-scan display of coverage

RCAT-24P-CONFORM-2.4” IM

  • 24 absolute pancake coils

  • Frequency range: 100 kHz - 500 kHz

  • Built-in multiplexer

  • Coverage: 2.4”

  • Encoder for C-scan display of coverage

UniWest RCAT-16X Eddy Current Array (ECA) probe

RCAT-16X

  • 16 differential orthogonal (cross wound) coils

  • Frequency range: 500 kHz - 2 MHz

  • Built-in multiplexer

  • Coverage: 0.75”

  • Pivoting head

RCAT-16P

  • 16 absolute pancake coils

  • Frequency range: 500 kHz - 2 MHz

  • Built-in multiplexer

  • Coverage: 0.75”

  • Pivoting head

CABLES:

  • P/N: 75915-6       6’ cable, 12-pin Lemo to 27-pin Fischer (UniWest EVi)

  • P/N 75995-6        6’ cable, 12-pin Lemo to 16-pin Lemo (EddyView II)

  • P/N: 75915-10     10’ cable, 12-pin Lemo to 27-pin Fischer (UniWest EVi)

  • P/N 75995-10      10’ cable, 12-pin Lemo to 16-pin Lemo (EddyView II)

  • P/N: 75915-20      20’ cable, 12-pin Lemo to 27-pin Fischer (UniWest EVi)

  • P/N 75995-20       20’ cable, 12-pin Lemo to 16-pin Lemo (EddyView II)

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