Padded ECA Probes
Padded eddy current array probes conform to changing surface geometry to detect surface cracks in welds with minimal surface preparation.
Product overview
Padded ECA Probes are eddy current array probes designed to examine weld beads, transition zones and heat-affected zones. Their flexible contact surface follows geometry variations in almost every direction, supporting inspection of surfaces with changing contours.
The proprietary padded design enables surface crack detection in welds with minimal surface preparation. An extra-tough, friction-resistant membrane provides the contact surface, while a rugged casing and retractable contact pins complete the probe construction.
The family offers small and medium casings, with a variety of frequency brackets and coil counts. Depending on the model, published coverage is 34–58 mm and minimum crack length is 0.5–1.0 mm. The probes can be used with Eddyfi’s standard click-on encoder.
Key capabilities
Conforming contact surface
The fully flexible contact surface adapts to geometry variations in almost every direction.
Minimal surface preparation
The proprietary design allows detection of surface cracks in welds with minimal surface preparation.
Wear-resistant pad
An extra-tough membrane and friction-resistant contact pad provide high resistance to wear and tear.
Rugged construction
The probes feature a rugged casing and retractable contact pins.
Two casing sizes
Small and medium casings are offered with a variety of frequency brackets and coil counts.
Encoder compatibility
The probes are compatible with Eddyfi’s standard click-on encoder.
Published technical specifications
Values as published by Eddyfi Technologies. Where models or variants differ, each is listed separately.
GENERAL
- Coverage
- 34–58 mm (1.34–2.20 in) depending on model
- Minimum crack length
- 0.5–1.0 mm (0.02–0.04 in) depending on model
Features
- Sizes
- S, M
- Eddyfi standard click-on encoder
- Coverage and minimum crack length depend on the probe model.
Compatibility lists only items named by Eddyfi for this product; confirm configuration with EMUS before ordering.
Official brochures
ECA Surface Probe Catalog
Additional documents
Other Eddyfi products
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Application Notes & resources
Official application notes and technical literature for Padded ECA Probes.
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