Technical

Specifications

High-Resolution PAUT & TFM Flaw Detector

 DESIGNED FOR THE FIELD
M2M Gekko®, the #1 phased-array ultrasound (PAUT) unit with Total Focusing Method
(TFM), has been upgraded based on inspectors feedback. Offering both conventional UT,
TOFD and advanced PAUT, Gekko is the most versatile unit adapted to field conditions.

A Complete PAUT Portable Unit No Compromise On Performance

M2M Gekko includes all basics and advanced UT features in The innovative electronics offers up to 128 channels, great
a reinforced compact casing designed for field use. It native- signal quality and TFM resolution for improved detection and
ly comes with conventional UT, TOFD and all beam-forming confidence. It now reaches a high scan speed and ­productivity.
phased-array UT techniques for single-beam and multi-group The connectivity solutions—dongle-activated WIFI, USB  3.0
inspection and its 3-encoded axis capabilities make the Gekko ­connector and Gigabit Ethernet output—allow to speed up data
ready for any ­challenging inspection. This rugged PAUT unit also transfer and to remotely control your inspection in challen-
offers real-time TFM/FMC (full matrix capture) and Adaptive ging conditions (TeamViewer licence included). Moreover, the
TFM techniques. 256 GB SSD makes the operator’s work very comfortable with
unlimited data file size, thus saving time in the field.
Bumpers and connectors are designed for robustness and ac-
cessories versatility. The bright resistive touch screen allows
outdoor use in rough conditions. Powered by 2 hot-swappable
batteries, Gekko now reaches up to 6 hours of autonomy and
becomes the ultimate reference in its product range.

LEMO connectors for

I/O and encoder

USB 3.0 (×1) + USB 2.0 (×3)

Phased-array IPEX
connector Video output

Ethernet connector

P/R UT connectors (×4)

Tailored configurations from Reinforced unit designed

32:128PR to 64:128PR for IP66

Scroll wheel

Bright resistive touchscreen

Long-lasting batteries

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 REINVENTING HIGH-DEFINITION PORTABLE UT
Pioneering real-time TFM since 2013, M2M Gekko innovation keeps being driven by
market applications. Used in accredited training centers and ready for TFM standards,
it benefits from advanced algorithms through a streamlined software user interface
(Capture™). Simply powerful, Gekko brings the latest technology at your fingertips.

Powered by Capture Innovation Driven by Market Applications

xxFully embedded PAUT software for all techniques—from xxMulti-group weld inspection procedures fully covered
application design to inspection and reporting
xxHTHA and hydrogen damages inspection with TFM
xxStreamlined intuitive user interface limiting training time
xxThick welds and CRA/stainless steel weld inspection
and reducing operator errors
enhanced with 128-element aperture
xxComplete probe and scanner database embedded
xxCorrosion mapping of large areas
xxFast setup creation, thanks to smart 3-click calibration (up to 5 × 5 m [16.4 × 16.4 ft.] / 1 mm [0.04 in] step)
wizards
xxComplex geometry dedicated solution for nozzle and
xxInternational standards & code compliant fillet welds (Y and T joints)
xxEvolutive platform continuously updated by
inspectors’ feedback

Streamlined workflow powered by Capture In-field inspection using M2M Gekko

OFFERING UNIQUE SOLUTIONS

xxComplete toolbox for TFM including TCG calibration
xxHigh resolution TFM imaging up to 128 elements
xx3-axis nozzle inspection with live overlay display
xx3-axis paintbrush for composite and corrosion mapping
xxLive display of fillet weld inspection
xxReal-time Adaptive TFM (ATFM) for inspection of
wavy surfaces

Nozzle inspection using 3-axis scanner

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SPECIFICATIONS
INSTRUMENT FMC / TFM*

Dimensions (W × H × D) 400,5 x 273 x 131,5mm Real-time TFM up to Image resolution above 4 Mpi
(15.7 × 10.7 × 5.1 in) 128 elements 256 kpi in post-processing

Weight (with 1 × battery) 6.4 kg (14.1 lb) Refresh rate up to 110 Hz at 65 kpi Direct, indirect and converted modes

Power Supply 15 V, 5.67 A Real-time Adaptive TFM (ATFM)** FMC recording

Batteries Type Li-ion, 94 Wh capacity (×2) 8 manual resolution levels,

All calibration wizards available
(hot-swap 1 auto resolution setup
capabilities) Typical Life Up to 6 hours

xx26.4 cm (10.4 in) resistive

PULSERS
Display touchscreen

xx1024 × 768 px screen resolution xxBipolar square pulse

xxVoltage from 24 V to 120 V

(1 V step)
Phased Array Channels1
CONNECTIVITY xxPulse Width from
35 ns to 1250 ns
Fast Gigabit Ethernet, WIFI connection with USB dongle xxFall time < 6 ns
Micro display port (×1) USB 3.0 (×1), USB 2.0 (×3) xxNegative square pulse
IPEX PA connector (×1) LEMO 00 UT connectors (4P/R) xxVoltage from 12 V to 200 V
(1 V step)
3-axis encoder input I/O 12 TTL (5 V/24 V), 6 open collectors UT-TOFD Channels2
xxPulse Width from
30 ns to 1250 ns (1 ns step)

ENVIRONMENT xxFall time < 5 ns

IP Rating Designed for IP66

RECEIVERS
Operating Temperature -10–45°C (14–113°F)
xxInput impedance 50 Ω
Storage w/ batteries -20–60°C (-4–140°F)
Temperature xxFrequency Range
Range w/o batteries -20–70°C (-4–158°F) 0.4 MHz to 20 MHz
Phased Array Channels1
Drop-tested According to MIL-STD-810G xxMax. input signal 2 Vpp

xxGain up to 120 dB (0.1 dB step)

PHASED-ARR AY xxInput impedance 50 Ω

xxFrequency Range
PAUT channel configurations: Linear, sectorial, compound 0.6 MHz to 25  MHz
32:128PR, 64:64PR or 64:128PR scanning & CIVA-laws import UT-TOFD Channels2
xxMax. input signal 1.4 Vpp
Active aperture up to 64 elements CIVA-fueled phased-array calculator
xxGain up to 120 dB (0.1 dB step)
Linear, matrix, Dual linear & True-depth, constant sound-path &
Dual matrix arrays projection focusing modes
ACQUISITION
Up to 8 beam sets | Up to On-board focal law calculator on
2,048 focal laws plates, pipes, fillet welds, nozzles
Hardware acquisition gates A-Scan/Peak data recording

PRF up to 40 kHz Data compression up to 32×

DIGITIZER
Data flow on SSD up to 180 MB/s Live data missed information
Digitizing and summation on
16 bits amplitude resolution Live 3D/overlay display Data file size: Limited by SSD capacity
64 channels max.

Adjustable FIR filters Sampling frequency up to 100 MHz

1. Standard: EN ISO 18563-1 for phased array channels.
Rectified, RF, envelope 2. Standard: EN ISO 12668-1 for conventional channels.
Real-time averaging up to 32×
A-Scan processing * TFM on Gekko exists in 32, 64 and 128-channel options
** Additional software module
FMC A-Scan range up to 8k samples A-scan range up to 65k samples
2019-06

The information in this document is accurate as of its publication. Actual products may differ from those presented herein.
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