Eddyfi Technologies|Manual & semi-automated UT scanners

LYNCS

Name: LYNCS
Brand: Eddyfi Technologies

Modular manual ultrasonic scanners provide encoded probe positioning for corrosion mapping and weld, flange and nozzle inspection across application-specific configurations.

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Overview

Product overview

This family of manual and semi-automated ultrasonic scanners provides application-specific platforms for corrosion mapping and weld integrity assessment. Modular frames, probe holders and positioning systems support PAUT, TFM and TOFD inspection workflows, with configurations for small-bore tubing, carbon steel, non-ferrous components, hot assets, flanges and nozzles.

The scanners guide ultrasonic probes across the inspection surface while encoders supply position feedback to the inspection instrument. Depending on the configuration, magnetic wheels secure the scanner to ferrous surfaces, adjustable chains accommodate ferrous or non-ferrous components, or an XY frame tracks both scan and index movement for corrosion mapping. The XY solution supports localized immersion using an Aquablock waterbox, linear arrays with a 0L wedge and dual linear arrays.

Application-specific designs address different access and operating requirements. The small-bore scanner requires 11mm (0.43in) radial clearance for the scanner alone, excluding transducers and wedges, while the high-temperature configuration supports online weld inspection at temperatures up to 350°C (662°F). Flange scanning from the tapered neck is described as providing complete sealing-face coverage, and the nozzle configuration adds encoded skew and probe-position feedback.

Entry-level versions offer encoded PA or TOFD probe positioning on ferrous piping and vessels, with modular conversion to a non-ferrous chain scanner. A separate compact encoder scanner uses a universal clamp to hold probe and wedge combinations and permits one-handed operation in restricted spaces.

Key Features

Key capabilities

Application-specific modularity

Scanner configurations address corrosion mapping, welds, flanges and nozzles with adjustable frames and probe holders.

Low-profile small-bore scanning

Snap-together links adapt the small-bore scanner to different pipe diameters with single- or dual-probe configurations.

Encoded XY mapping

The lightweight fixed-frame corrosion scanner includes scan-axis and index-axis encoders for accurate XY positioning.

Longitudinal and circumferential scanning

The carbon steel long-seam system converts between axial and circumferential weld inspection.

Non-ferrous chain attachment

Quick-link chains support encoded probe movement on ferrous and non-ferrous pipes, vessels and tanks.

High-temperature inspection

The dedicated magnetic scanner supports on-stream weld inspection up to 350°C (662°F) with heat-resistant cable management and an oversized encoder wheel.

Flange-face assessment

An articulating magnetic frame guides one or two phased array probes around flange couplings.

Encoded nozzle positioning

The nozzle scanner combines skew encoding, Y-axis feedback and leadscrew probe positioning.

Entry-level flexibility

The entry-level weld scanner includes PA and TOFD holding arms and can be converted into a non-ferrous chain scanner.

Universal clamp option

A compact encoder scanner holds a range of probe and wedge combinations for one-handed use in confined spaces.

Specifications

Published technical specifications

Values as published by Eddyfi Technologies. Where models or variants differ, each is listed separately.

Boiler Tube and Small Diameter Pipe Weld Inspection

Pipe Diameter Range: 21.4mm - 114.3mm (0.84in - 4.5in)
Minimum Radial Clearance — specification table; scanner only: 1 mm (0.433 in)
Encoder: RS422 line driver, compatible with all standard encoder inputs
Encoder Resolution: 31.30 counts/mm (795.0 counts/in)
Probe Holding Capacity — specification table: 1 phased array wedges
Encoder Cable Length: 3 m (9.8 ft)
Inspection Surface: Ferrous and non-ferrous
Radial Scanner Clearance: 11mm (0.43in)
Scanner Height: 11mm (0.43in)
Scanner Width: 53.5mm (2.1in)
Scanner Depth — excludes cable management sleeving: 105.6mm (4.2in)
Scanner Weight: 0.09kg (0.2lb)
Shipping Weight — approximate standard kit: 3.1kg (6.8lb))
Operating Environment: -20°C (-4°F) to 50°C (122°F)
Environmental Sealing: Watertight (submersible)
Encoder cable guard removal threshold: 31.75mm (1.25in)
Probe configurations — feature description: Single or Dual Probe Configuration

Carbon Steel XY Corrosion Mapping

Frame bar with ruler: 750mm (29.5in)
Position encoding: Dual encoder - scan and index axis
Linear array wedge: 0L wedge

Carbon Steel Weld Inspection — Circumferential Scanning

Probe capacity — description: up to four Phased Array (PA) and/or TOFD probes
Fabrication and in-service circumferential weld range: 100mm (4in) to flat plate
High-temperature version — description: up to 350°C (660°F)

Carbon Steel Weld Inspection — Long Seam Scanning

Scanner capacity — description: four-probe longitudinal weld seam scanner
Axial scanning probe configuration — key features: two probes
Minimum axial pipe size — key features: 15.24cm (6in)

Carbon Steel Weld Inspection

Pipe Range, Circumferential: 25.4cm (10in) to flat
Pipe Range, Longitudinal: 15.2cm (6in) to flat
Circumferential range with slip-joint probe holders: 10.2 cm (4 in) - 25.4 cm (10 in)
Encoder Resolution: 9.05 counts/mm (230.0 counts/in)
Probe Holding Capacity — specification table: 2 phased array wedges
Encoder Cable Length: 5m (16.4ft)
Inspection Surface: Ferrous materials
Long Seam Clearance: 14cm (5.5in)
Circumferential Clearance: 8.9cm (3.5in)
Frame Height: 10.5cm (4.1in)
Frame Height (Pivot): 19cm (4.5in)
Frame Width: 45.4cm (17.9in)
Frame Depth: 17.5cm (6.9in)
Frame Width (Pivot): 35cm (13.8in)
Frame Weight: 1.9kg (4.25lb)
Operating Environment: -20°C (-4°F) to 50°C (122°F)
Environmental Sealing: Watertight (submersible)
Phased Array Probe Holder — Minimum Wedge Width: 17.1mm (0.7in)
Phased Array Probe Holder — Maximum Wedge Width: 57.6mm (2.3in)
TOFD Probe Holder — Minimum Wedge Width: 17.1mm (0.7in)
TOFD Probe Holder — Maximum Wedge Width: 45mm (1.8in)

Non-Ferrous Weld Inspection

Single-probe scanning width: 10cm (3.94in)
Dual-probe scanning width: 25cm (9.84in)
Diameter range — description: 10.2 to 96.5cm (4 to 38in)
Diameter range — adjustable chain key feature: 10.7 to 96.5cm (4.2 to 38in)
Pipe Range, Circumferential — specification table: 12.4 - 96.5cm (4.9 - 38in)
Encoder Resolution: 9.05 counts/mm (230.0 counts/in)
Probe Holding Capacity: 2 Phased Array Probes
Encoder Cable Length: 5m (16.4ft)
Inspection Surface: Ferrous or non-ferrous materials
Radial Scanner Clearance: 10.7cm (4.2in)
Frame Height: 10.5cm (4.1in)
Frame Width: 43.5cm (17.1in)
Frame Depth: 17.5cm (6.9in)
Frame Weight: 1.4kg (3.1lb)
Operating Environment: -20°C (-4°F) to 50°C (122°F)
Environmental Sealing: Watertight (submersible)
Minimum Wedge Width: 17mm (0.67in)
Maximum Wedge Width: 55.8mm (2.2in)

High Temperature Weld Inspection

Encoded probe configuration — description: two probes
Pipe Range, Circumferential: 10.2cm (4in) to flat
Pipe Range, Internal: Flat to 152.4cm (60in)
Encoder Resolution: 4.28 counts/mm (108.7 counts/in)
Probe Holding Capacity: 2 or 4 wedges
Encoder Cable Length: 5m (16.4ft)
Inspection Surface: Ferrous materials
Radial Clearance: 8.9cm (3.5in)
Frame Height: 10.5cm (4.1in)
Frame Width: 17.5cm (6.9in)
Frame Length: 45.4cm (17.9in)
Frame Weight: 1.3kg (2.8lb)
Operating Environment: -20°C (-4°F) to 350°C (662°F)
Environmental Sealing: Watertight (submersible)
Phased Array Probe Holder — Minimum Wedge Width: 17mm (0.67in)
Phased Array Probe Holder — Maximum Wedge Width: 55.8mm (2.2in)
TOFD Probe Holder — Minimum Wedge Width: 17mm (0.67in)
TOFD Probe Holder — Maximum Wedge Width: 44.4mm (1.75in)

Flange Face Corrosion Inspection

Probe configuration: one or two phased array probes
Minimum diameter: 7.6cm (3in)
Sealing-face coverage when scanning from tapered neck: 100%

Nozzle Inspection

Supported instruments: two-axis and three-axis instruments
Nozzle angle — description: 90-degree
Minimum nozzle size — description: 76.2mm (3in)
Clearance — description: 127mm (5in)
Encoded skew probe holder vertical travel: 12.2cm (4.8in)
Pipe Range — specification table: 10.2cm - 60cm (4in - 24in)
Encoder Resolution: 16.3 counts/mm (414.5 counts/inch)
Y-Axis Encoder Resolution: 161.3 counts/mm (4096.0 counts/inch)
Skew Axis Encoder Resolution: 2.84 counts/deg.
Probe Holding Capacity: 1 wedge
Encoder Cable Length: 5m (16.4ft)
Inspection Surface: Non-ferrous or ferrous materials
Radial Clearance — with standard frame bar: 31.9cm (12.6in)
Standard frame bar: 30 cm (11.8 in)
Vertical Clearance: 12.5cm (4.9in)
Low Profile Link Height: 6.1cm (2.4in)
Low Profile Link Width: 8cm (3.2in)
Low Profile Link Depth: 25cm (9.8in)
Low Profile Link Weight: 0.55kg (1.12lb)
Encoded Skew Vertical Probe Holder Height: 32.2cm (12.7in)
Encoded Skew Vertical Probe Holder Width: 11.6cm (4.6in)
Encoded Skew Vertical Probe Holder Depth: 14.2cm (5.6in)
Encoded Skew Vertical Probe Holder Weight: 0.75kg (1.7lb)
Operating Environment: -20°C (-4°F) to 50°C (122°F)
Environmental Sealing: Dust-tight, watertight (not submersible)
Minimum Wedge Width: 36mm (1.4in)
Maximum Wedge Width: 44mm (1.7in)

Entry Level Inspections

Probe capacity: two TOFD or PA probes

Standard equipment

Carbon steel long-seam scanner: standard tool post arms supplied for wedge widths from 17.1mm (0.7in) to 57.6mm (2.3in).
Nozzle scanner: standard 30 cm (11.8 in) frame bar.
Entry-level weld scanner: TOFD and phased array probe-holding arms for the slip joint probe holder.
Entry-level weld scanner: integrated positional encoder, magnetic wheels, brake, cable clips and ergonomic handle.
Entry-level universal-clamp scanner: encoder and universal clamp system.

Options & accessories

Small-bore scanner: custom umbilical lengths.
Carbon steel, non-ferrous, high-temperature and nozzle scanners: custom encoder cable lengths.
Carbon steel long-seam scanner: alternative tool post arms.
Carbon steel long-seam scanner: optional slip-joint probe holders, sold separately.
Carbon steel circumferential scanner: high-temperature version up to 350°C (660°F).
High-temperature scanner: optional alternate probe holder arms.
High-temperature scanner: ergonomic handle.
Nozzle scanner: alternate probe holders with additional vertical clearance.
Nozzle scanner: cable management sleeving, sold separately.
Entry-level weld scanner: additional magnetic wheels, probe holders and alternate frame bars.
Entry-level weld scanner: conversion to a non-ferrous chain scanner.

Documented compatibility

A15 probes
Eddyfi Technologies phased array instruments
Aquablock waterbox
Aqualock V2
Linear array probes with 0L wedge
Dual linear array probes
Phased array probes
TOFD probes
Gekko instruments

Operating conditions & limits

Small-bore scanning below 31.75mm (1.25in) requires removal of the encoder cable guard.
Small-bore radial clearance applies to the scanner only, excluding transducers and wedges; the specification table states 1 mm (0.433 in), while the features and radial scanner clearance state 11mm (0.43in).
Small-bore scanner depth excludes cable management sleeving; shipping weight is approximate for standard kit contents.
Small-bore, carbon steel, non-ferrous and nozzle scanner operating environments are -20°C (-4°F) to 50°C (122°F).
Carbon steel and high-temperature magnetic scanner specifications require ferrous materials; flange magnetic wheels adhere to ferrous surfaces and the entry-level weld scanner is intended for ferrous surfaces.
Carbon steel circumferential scanning below 25.4cm (10in), down to 10.2cm (4in), requires optional slip-joint probe holders.
The non-ferrous scanner diameter ranges differ between the description, key features and specification table; these values are retained separately.
Some probe-holder arm styles may provide additional maximum wedge width for carbon steel, non-ferrous and high-temperature scanners.
High-temperature scanner operating environment is -20°C (-4°F) to 350°C (662°F).
Flange sealing-face coverage of 100% is stated for scanning from the tapered neck.
Nozzle description and specification table state different minimum sizes and clearance values; these values are retained separately.
Nozzle radial clearance is specified with the standard 30 cm (11.8 in) frame bar.
Nozzle environmental sealing is dust-tight and watertight, but not submersible.
Technical specifications are subject to change.