Surface Array and Tube Inspection Test Instrument

A Proven Success. Made Better.

With several hundred units in the field, the Ectane has become the most popular multi-technology test
instrument on the market. Its time for the next generationEctane2.

Users from a wide variety of markets in over 50 countries use Motor drive for RPC probes
the Ectane. The Ectane2 preserves all the characteristics
users love about the originalthe built-in inspection The Ectane2 is capable of driving motorized rotating pancake
technology flexibility, the compact size, the ruggedness, and coil (RPC) probes, thanks to its powerful built-in motor drive.
the stylish design, to name just a few. This is useful in applications where RPC probes are used to
find longitudinal and circumferential cracks.
The Ectane2 remains just as autonomous as its predecessor
with 8 hours of battery power, resists just as well to the most
inhospitable inspection environments by being thoroughly Other outstanding new features
sealed, and it is just as portable. The Ectane2 now:
The Ectane2 100% Eddyfi improves over the original Automatically recognizes probes making setup a cinch.
with:
Comes with eight probe inputs for RFT, NFT, and MFL.
Has three programmable outputs that can be used to
New CPU board automate inspection sequences, among other uses.
The Ectane2 s new board has a faster CPU, which delivers Comes with a programmable alarm to warn users when
more punch for ultrafast probe nulling and real-time they reach tube ends, for example.
processing. This greatly contributes to making quality
inspections with the Ectane2 easier than ever before with
any technology combination, whether it is ECT, ECA, TECA, The Ectane2 s new speed and capabilities are still harnessed
RFT, NFT, NFA, MFL, or IRIS. by Eddyfis complete data acquisition, analysis, and reporting
software, Magnifi .
Improved maximum frequency The Ectane2 builds on the foundations laid out by its
predecessor, taking it several steps further and making an
The maximum ECT frequency is now 10MHz, which offers
already strong platform even stronger.
more flexibility and better performance in a variety of tubing
and surface applications.
At Eddyfi, performance matters.
Current source for saturation probes
Available on the 41-pin Ectane2 connector, this built-in
source can be programmed to control the current output that
feeds into partial saturation ECT probes and magnetic bias
ECT probes.
 Outputs and alarm

Powerful saturation source and motor drive

Standard connectors

Built-in, high-
quality IRIS UT

8 hours of battery power and

SmartMUX backup for 100% up time
Integrated, universal, and
programmable ECA multiplexer
with ultrafast nulling
Multi-technology for tube inspections:
ECT, ECA, TECA, RFT, NFT, NFA, MFL Plug-and-play connectivity
with full gain range, and surface ECA
capabilities

SmartMUX Up to 256 elements

The SmartMUX is the Ectane2 s integrated and The Ectane2is available in three dif ferent array
programmable multiplexer. Its the solution to all the problems configurations: 64, 128, or 256 elements. More elements
caused by external multiplexers and less powerful systems. means better probe coverage, more uniform sensitivity,
higher resolution, and faster inspections. Modular by design,
Such versatility offers you the freedom to use any absolute,
the Ectane2 can be retrofitted to increase the channel
differential, or transmit-receive eddy current coil topologies.
capacity up to 256 elements.
Specifications
General RFT and NFT
Dimensions (WHD) 279.6254.0158.8mm Probe inputs 4
(11.0010.006.25in) Extended ET: 8
Weight With batteries: 6.8kg (15lb) Frequencies 5
Without batteries: 5.9kg (13lb) Frequency range 5Hz250kHz
Volume 10L (610in3) Generators/Coil drivers 2
Power requirements Generator output/Coil drive Up to 20Vpp
100240VAC, 5060Hz
(automatic selection) Receiver gain 50dB range, 3686dB
Power configuration Direct VAC or removable batteries
Battery type
Battery autonomy (typical)
Lithium-ion, rechargeable, DOT compliant
8 hours
MFL
Cooling Sealed and fanless 4
Probe inputs
Encoders 3 axes, quadrature with individual reset line Extended ET: 8
Remote controls Start, stop, balance, next file Receiver gain 41dB range, 1859dB
Network interface 1000BASE-T
Probe recognition Automatic probe recognition and setup IRIS UT
Operating temperature 045C (32113F) Channels 1, pulse-echo
Operating humidity 95%, non-condensing Internal pulser/receiver 0200V drive
Environmental protection Designed for IP64 070dB (1dB steps)
ASME, EN 61010-1, CE, WEEE, FCC Part 040dB DAC
Compliance
15B, ICES-003, AS/NZS CISPR 22, RoHS Filters 4 user-selectable filters
25MHz system bandwidth
ECT Transducer frequency
Digitizer
520MHz
12 bits, 100MHz
Probe inputs 8
Maximum pulsing rate Up to 26kHz
Frequencies Up to 160
Views Real-time A, B, and C-scans
Frequency range 5Hz10MHz
50% thinner than competitors
Generators/Coil drivers 2 Wall thickness measurement
(patent pending)
Generator output/Coil drive Up to 20Vpp
Turbine speed Up to 100RPS for fast pulling
Injection modes Multiplexed, simultaneous, continuous
Receiver gain 41dB range, 2364dB
Data resolution 16bits Current Source for Saturation Probes
Acquisition/Sampling rate Up to 50000 samples/s Range 01A
Maximum output power 10W
ECA, TECA, and NFA Maximum output voltage 15V

Channels
Frequency range
64, 128, or 256
500Hz4MHz
Motor Drive for RPC Probes
Multiplexer SmartMUX Voltage 024V
Connector Single or double 160-pin array Maximum peak output current 2A
External multiplexer interface 41-pin Extended ET connector Maximum continuous
1A
Generator output/Coil drive Up to 20Vpp output current
Maximum continuous power 10W

Ordering Information
Modules
ECT ECA/TECA/NFA RFT/NFT/MFL IRIS There are 11 different Ectane2 models. To order
ECTANE2-E or receive a quote, visit our Web site at
ECTANE2-ERNM www.eddyfi.com.
ECTANE2-ERNMI
ECTANE2-I
ECTANE2-E64 64 channels
ECTANE2-E64RNM 64 channels
ECTANE2-E64RNMI 64 channels The information in this document is accurate as of its publication. Actual
products may differ from those presented herein.
ECTANE2-E128 128 channels 2016 Eddyfi. Eddyfi, DefHi, Ectane, Magnifi, SmartMUX, TECA, and their
ECTANE2-E128RNM 128 channels associated logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Eddyfi in the
United States and/or other countries. Eddyfi reserves itself the right to change
ECTANE2-E128RNMI 128 channels product offerings and specifications without notice.
ECTANE2-E256 256 channels 2016-05-03