The EPOCH XT Ultrasonic Flaw Detector is designed for great inspection flexibility and for use in extreme environments. It combines a multitude of enhanced flaw detection and measurement features, a bright multi-color LCD, versatile battery options, powerful data management, and numerous software features in a compact unit with a sealed case designed to meet IP67 requirements.
Features
EN 12668-1 compliant
Tested for Explosive Atmoshpere, Vibration and Shock
IP67. Designed to meet IP67 requirements. Sealed to withstand harsh environments
Dynamic DAC/TVG Standard
Dynamic DAC curves
Custom warning levels
Meets ASME and JIS requirements
Advanced TVG Table allows customized TVG setups
Multiple Battery Options - can be used with Lithium Ion, NiMH, or C-Cells
Host USB Port for direct printing and storage to USB drives
Client USB Port for PC communicationLoaded with Practical Measurement Features
"PerfectSquare™ Technology": Pulse is electronically controlled on both the leading and trailing edges to maximize transducer performance and near surface resolution.
PRF adjustable from 10 Hz to 1 kHz in 10 Hz increments. All measurements
are taken "single shot".
Powerful alphanumeric datalogger
Corrosion thickness gage file types can be set up onboard
Simple incremental files
Multi-color LCD display
Lightweight - 4.7 lbs (2.1 kg)
Loaded with Practical Measurement Features
The EPOCH XT incorporates many standard measurement features including a tunable square wave pulser, selectable narrow-band and broad-band digital filters, gain range from 0 to 110 dB, peak memory and peak hold, adjustable PRF, 0.001 in. (0.01 mm) measurement resolution, and two gates with programmable alarms. In addition, the unit offers many standard and optional application-specific software features: Dynamic DAC/TVG (Distance Amplitude Correction/ Time Varied Gain), On-board DGS/AVG, AWS D1.1 & D1.5, Curved Surface Correction, and GageView Pro.
Standard tunable Square Wave pulser with PerfectSquare™ Technology allows the operator to adjust pulse width to maximize transducer performance
Standard digital receiver filtering-broadband, several narrow band settings, and a high-pass setting.
Five measurement displays that are fully customizable to meet inspection needs. Select any Gate 1 or Gate 2 measurement for each display box
Amplitude measurement resolution of 0.25% full screen height
Amplitude measurement from 0% to 110% full screen height
Gate measurement modes: Peak, Edge and NEW First Peak Mode for thickness measurement applications
Measurement rate adjustable from
10 Hz to 1000 Hz in 10 Hz increments on live screen
Peak Mem and Peak Hold functions in all rectified modes. Peak Hold also functions in RF mode
New Grid Display Modes
Standard 1-10
Soundpath
Leg mode for angle beam inspection
Selectable 100% or 110% vertical display
Leg indicator and measurement mode indicator for each gate
Alarm indicator for each gate
New Direct-Acess Keypad
Logical color-coded key organization
Direct access to important instrument set-up parameters.
Direct entry of alphanumeric characters
Five customizable function keys allow the operator to quickly select preset values
Available in English, International Symbols, Japanese or Chinese
Multiple Battery Options
The EPOCH XT offers three battery options that provide long-lasting battery operating time depending on display brightness and battery selection.
Internal, rechargeable: NiMH, Lithium ion or Alkaline C-cells
Optional external "smart" battery charger
Built for Tough Environments
The rugged EPOCH XT is designed to meet the requirements of IP67. The instrument can withstand the rigors of field operation in harsh environments from offshore to deserts.
Designed to meet IP67 environmental seal requirements
Approved for Explosive Atmosphere per MIL-STD-810F, Procedure 1, NFPA 70E, Section 500, Class 1, Div. 2, Group D
Shock tested per IEC 60068-2-27, 60g's, 6msec H.S., 3 axes, 18 total
Vibration Tested - Sine Vibration per IEC 60068-2-6, 50-150 Hz @ .03" DA or 2g's, 20 sweep cycles
Wide operating temperature ranges:
Lithium Ion: -10° to 50°C (14° to 122°F)
Nickel Metal Hydride: 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F)
Alkaline: -10° to 50°C (14° to 122°F)
Recharge temperature: 0 to 40°C (32° to 122°F)
Hand strap can be mounted for left or right hand operation
Easy-to-use rubberized Pipe Stand that can be folded in or removed
Durable instrument-mounted D-rings for chest harness use
Sealed battery compartment-no tools required for battery replacement
Sealed I/O door for AC adaptor and USB connections
Extensive Documentation and Data Management Capabilities
GageView Pro
The optional GageView Pro Interface Program helps manage and format stored inspection data. Data can be printed or easily copied and pasted into word processing files and spreadsheets for further reporting needs. The GageView Pro Interface Program also allows the creation of a customized database of identifier (ID) strings that can be uploaded to the EPOCH XT. New features include remote display of live EPOCH XT screen on a PC, live screen capture mode, database backup/restore, and multi-view windows. The Interface Program is fully compatible with the EPOCH 4, 4B, 4PLUS, LT, and XT.
Export thickness or amplitude data saved on the Epoch to Excel, Word, or similar programs
Create, format, and manage test databases
Import real-time screen snapshots
View the live instrument display on a PC with Remote Display
Import and export setups between the Epoch and a PC
Create a custom DGS probe library
Upgrade EPOCH operating software dual usb ports
USB Host Port to interface directly to printers with USB ports and back up critical inspection data to USB drives
USB Client Port for high-speed data transfer to computer
USB connections and AC input adaptors are sealed behind a thumb-screw accessible door
Hardware input/output port option
Optional 16 Pin HW I/O Port
Alarm outputs
Trigger Input/Output
16 Pin I/O cable available
PN: EPXT-C-16HW-6 (6 feet)
PN: EPXT-C-16HW-20 (20 feet)
Data Logger and Documentation
The EPOCH XT's sophisticated datalogger is designed for ease of use while providing a wide range of features for many flaw detection and thickness gaging applications. Employing both EPOCH 4 series and the Panametrics corrosion thickness gage technologies, the EPOCH XT is ready to meet your inspection and thickness measurement survey requirements. File types to meet your needs:
EPOCH 4 type files
Sequential
2D, 2D EPRI
2D custom point
3D
Boiler
The EPOCH XT also offers onboard report generation. Operators may set up custom report headers and print directly from the instrument using the USB Host Port.
EPOCH XT Specifications*
General
EN12668-1 Compliant
Weight: 4.7lbs (2.1kg) with Li Battery
Dimensions: 10.9" H x 5.9" W x 2" D (at hand), 2.8" (at display); 277 mm x 150 mm x 51 mm (at hand), 71 mm (at display)
Keypad: English, International, Japanese or Chinese
Power Requirements: AC Mains: 100-120 VAC, 200-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Environmental Ratings
IP67 Designed to meet the requirements of Environmental Ingress Protection Rating**
Explosive Atmosphere approved per MIL-STD-810F, Procedure 1, NFPA 70E, Section 500, Class 1, Div. 2, Group D
Shock tested per IEC 60068-2-27, 60g's, 6msec H.S., 3 axes, 18 total
Vibration Tested - Sine Vibration per IEC 60068-2-6, 50-150 Hz @ .03" DA or 2g's, 20 sweep cycles
Display
Color Liquid Crystal display with 60 Hz update, user-selectable color schemes and brightness, and split screen and full screen modes.
Display Dimensions: 320 Pixels (W) x 240 Pixels (H) Color 4" W (101 mm) x 3" H (75 mm)
Baseline Break Mode: All zero cross points on the RF waveform are shown as zero points in Fullwave mode.
Amplitude Grid Modes: 100% or 110% Amplitude Display
Time Base Grid Modes: Standard 0 to 10 division, Soundpath Mode divides Range into 5 equal sections with grid lines, Leg Mode displays Soundpath Legs as grid lines
Pulser
Tunable Square Wave Pulser
PRF: User Selectable or Auto from 10 Hz to 1000 Hz
Energy Settings: 50 to 475 V in 25 V increments
Pulse Width: Adjustable from 30 to 10,000 ns (0.1 MHz) with PerfectSquare™ Technology
Damping: 50, 63, 150, 400 Ohms
Receiver
Gain: 0 to 110 dB - Two user-defined gain step adjustments and presets above function keys.
Total Instrument Bandwidth: 0.2 - 26.5 MHz @ -3 dB
Reject: 0 to 80% full screen height with visual warning
Calibration
Automated Distance Calibration for Velocity and Zero Offset
Test Modes: Pulse Echo, Dual, or Through Transmission
Units: Millimeters, Inches, or Microseconds
Range: 0.073 to 527" (1.86 to 13,400 mm)
Velocity: 0.025 to 0.6000 in/µsec (635 to 15240 m/S)
Zero Offset: 0 to 4950 µsec
Display Delay: -2.323" to 500" (-59 mm to 12700 mm)
Refracted Angle: 10° to 85° in 0.1° resolution
Measurements
Types: Thickness, Soundpath, Projection, Depth, Amplitude, Time-Of-Flight for both Gate 1 and Gate 2.
Echo-To-Echo: Standard.
Five Measurement Display Locations: User selects up to five measurements from either gate to display on the live screen.
DAC/TVG Standard: Up to 50 points captured, ASME, ASME III, JIS, 80-20%, CUSTOM DAC, and TVG Table. 110dB Dynamic Range, 100dB per usec adjustment, full gain, range, and delay adjustments during setup, view switchable between DAC/TVG.
CUSTOM DAC with up to three warning curves from +10 dB to -24 dB
TVG Table setup for advanced Time Varied Gain applications. Also allows TVG setups to be built from DGS/AVG diagrams.
Amplitude Measurement: 0 to 110% full screen height with 0.25% resolution Curved Surface Correction for Angle Beam measurements standard X-Value Correction for distance from Beam Index Point to front of transducer.
Gates
Two Fully Independent Gates for Echo Height and Time-Of-Flight.
Gate Start: Variable over entire displayed range
Gate Width: Variable from Gate Start to end of displayed range
Gate Height: Variable from 2 to 95% Full Screen Height
Alarms: Positive and Negative Thresholds; Minimum Depth on Gate 1 and Gate 2
Zoom: Displayed Range is Gate 1 Width
Instrument Inputs / Outputs
USB Client Port: For communication with GageView Pro
USB Host Port: Allows direct printing to any PCL5 compatible Laser or Inkjet printer as well as data storage on USB drives.
Up to 10,000 IDs with Waveforms, Measurements, and Setup Parameters
Warranty One year limited warranty.
Standard Inclusions EPOCH XT Base Instrument Includes: - EP4/MCA: AC Adaptor - EPXT-TC: Transport Case - EPXT-MAN: Instrument Operating Manual - EPXT-HS: Bi-Directional Hand Strap - EPXT-PS: Rubber Coated Stainless Steel Pipe Stand - Lithium Ion or Nickel Metal Hydride Battery - Cap(s) for transducer connectors
Optional Accessories - EPXT-EC: External Smart Battery Charger - EP4/CH: Chest Harness - EPXT-RPC: Rubber Protective Case - EPXT-DP: Clear Display Protectors (10) - EPXT-C-16HW-6: 16 pin Hardware I/O cable with diagram - EPXT-HWIO-B, L: Hardware I/O option - EPXT-SEAL-KIT: Set of O-Rings and membrane - EPXT-EW: Extended Warranty for one additional year.
*All specifications are subject to change without notice.
** The EPOCH XT has been designed to meet the requirements of IP67 to ensure that it is suitable for use in harsh environments. The customer replaceable instrument gaskets for the battery door and I/O access door must be properly maintained to ensure the effective sealing over the life of the product.
Olympus does not recommend that an EPOCH XT be submerged for any reason as it is not intended underwater use. Instruments that exhibit damage due to submersion will not be covered under the instrument's limited warranty.
