Portable / Handheld / Mobile Corrosion and Electrochemical Instruments
Description
Portable, handheld, and mobile corrosion and electrochemical instruments are designed to detect and measure corrosion and electrochemical conditions in various environments. These devices are compact and easy to transport, allowing for on-the-spot testing and analysis. They are equipped with sensors and interfaces that enable users to gather data quickly and efficiently, making them ideal for fieldwork and situations where immediate results are necessary.
Working Principle
These instruments operate by utilizing various detection methods to assess corrosion rates and electrochemical conditions. Techniques such as acoustic emission tests, optical instruments, and eddy current tests are employed to identify structural flaws and measure corrosion. The portability of these devices allows them to be used in diverse settings, providing real-time data that is crucial for maintaining the integrity of structures and systems. Their ability to deliver rapid and accurate measurements makes them invaluable for monitoring and preventing corrosion-related issues.
Applications
Portable and handheld corrosion and electrochemical instruments are used in a wide range of applications. They are commonly employed in laboratories and test facilities for research and development purposes. In industrial settings, these devices are used in storage facilities, steel manufacturing, and chemical processing to monitor equipment and infrastructure. Specific examples include the use of handheld devices for on-the-spot water quality testing in finishing applications and the deployment of portable analyzers for rapid detection and continuous measurement in pharmaceutical water systems.
Advantages over other Corrosion and Electrochemical Instruments
One of the primary advantages of portable and handheld instruments is their ease of use and mobility. Unlike lab or benchtop devices, which are confined to a specific location, portable instruments can be used in the field, providing flexibility and convenience. They are also designed to withstand various environmental conditions, making them suitable for in-situ applications. Additionally, these devices often feature on-board data logging and USB support, allowing for easy data management and record-keeping.
Limitations
Despite their advantages, portable and handheld instruments have certain limitations. For instance, they may not be able to establish a fixed point in a system, leading to measurement variability or "bounce" that can affect accuracy. This is particularly true for handheld devices, where movement can cause fluctuations in readings. Furthermore, while they are designed for durability, the accuracy of these instruments may not match that of more sophisticated, stationary equipment.
Considerations
When selecting portable and handheld corrosion and electrochemical instruments, several factors should be considered. Initial costs can vary depending on the complexity and features of the device. Operating expenses, including maintenance and calibration, should also be taken into account. Durability is a key consideration, as these instruments are often used in challenging environments. Accuracy is another important factor, as the reliability of the data collected can impact decision-making processes. Finally, replacement and maintenance costs should be evaluated to ensure the long-term viability of the instrument.
from Evident Scientific
The GLIDER X-Y Scanner is a 2-axis encoding scanner for the manual inspection of slightly curved or flat composite surfaces. The scanner is well suited for raster scanning with the following technologies: Conventional ultrasonics (UT). Phased array ultrasonics (PAUT). Eddy current (EC). Eddy current... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable / Handheld / Mobile
- Corrosion Measurements: General Corrosion Detection
- Corrosion Measurement Technology: Eddy Current / Electromagnetic; Ultrasonic
from Evident Scientific
By bringing a semi automated phased array solution into the corrosion inspection market, Olympus has not only introduced a new technology, but also a new world of possibilities. Say goodbye to unsafe and unreliable motorized rastering of small UT probes; phased array probes cover a larger surface,... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable / Handheld / Mobile
- Features: Programmable / Digital Control Unit
- Corrosion Measurements: General Corrosion Detection
from Evident Scientific
Manual Two-Axis Scanner. The MapSCANNER is a completely new manual scanner designed with corrosion mapping inspection in mind. With it ’s wide scanning capability and quick indexing system, the MapSCANNER is the perfect scanner for customer that want to jump into high production rate phased... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable / Handheld / Mobile
- Features: Programmable / Digital Control Unit
- Corrosion Measurements: General Corrosion Detection
from Danatronics Corporation
Danatronics offers our newest ultrasonic thickness gage line, the ECHO 9 series. ECHO 9 represents our most advanced thickness gage ever. ECHO 9 offers a 3.5" high resolution sunlight readable color display with live A-Scan, echo to echo to ignore coatings, B-Scan, data logger with up to 32GB of SD... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable / Handheld / Mobile
- Corrosion Measurements: General Corrosion Detection
- Corrosion Measurement Technology: Ultrasonic
- Features: Pulsed Unit
from Fischer Technology, Inc.
Fischer's new precision and corrosion ultrasonic gauges are an ideal complement to the large product line of coating thickness and material testing handheld instruments. The FISCHERSCOPE® UMP 20, 40, and 100 are compact and robust gauges for quick and accurate measurements. The new FISCHERSCOPE® UMP... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable / Handheld / Mobile
- Corrosion Measurements: Wall Thickness
- Corrosion Measurement Technology: Ultrasonic; Thickness
from Carestream NDT
The new HPX-1 Plus has the capability to handle extra long plates, custom cut plates & rigid cassettes. Improved optics for better imaging, 30% faster throughput on long saturated plates, improved imaging plate transport system, higher mechanical reliability and a more user-friendly DICONDE... [See More]
- Form Factor: Bench / Rack / Cabinet; Portable / Handheld / Mobile
- Corrosion Measurements: General Corrosion Detection
- Corrosion Measurement Technology: Radiographic / X-ray; Radiography
from CC Technologies
Special guard ring counter electrode for concrete studies [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable / Handheld / Mobile; Monitoring System
- Corrosion Measurements: Corrosion Rate Measurement; General Corrosion Detection
- Corrosion Measurement Technology: Linear Polarization Resistance (LPR)
from Danatronics Corporation
Danatronics is pleased to welcome our EHC-03 to our corrosion thickness gage family. The EHC-03 is designed to accurately and non-destructively measure metal structures subject to corrosion. The EHC-03 is packaged in our field proven IP54 case used in our popular EHC-09 and UPG-07 series of... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable / Handheld / Mobile
- Corrosion Measurements: General Corrosion Detection
- Corrosion Measurement Technology: Ultrasonic
from Danatronics Corporation
Danatronics offers our EHC-09 Color Wave series as the top of the line gages for corrosion applications. The EHC-09 Color Wave offers many standard and practical features including a sunlight readable color display with live A-Scan, echo to echo to ignore coatings, B-Scan, 100K thickness reading... [See More]
- Form Factor: Portable / Handheld / Mobile
- Corrosion Measurements: General Corrosion Detection
- Corrosion Measurement Technology: Ultrasonic