UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Intrinsically Safe Ultrasonic System Kits

There are two intrinsically safe UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Ultrasonic Inspection System Kits available. These kits differ in regards to their certification:

• UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000KT/ATEX (EX) Intrinsically Safe Ultrasonic System Kit: ATEX IIIB, FM/CSA Intrinsically Safe, Class I, Division 1, Groups C & D (Gases: Methane, Propane and Ethylene)
• UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000SC/Mining (EX1) Intrinsically Safe Ultrasonic System Kit: ATEX 1 Gas & Dustproof for the mining industry

Please note that non-intrinsically safe kits are available here. Alternatively, a UP9000 Kit optimised for cabin leak detection is available here. 

The above kits also vary in regards to their included accessories (see 'What's Included?') and, therefore, their suitability for various tasks (see 'Applications')

UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector Description

Each of the aforementioned kits includes an intrinsically safe (in accordance with the kit’s certification) UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector which utilises ultrasonic technology in order to identify and locate issues and potential problems such as:

• Electrical discharge such as corona, arcing and tracking
• Compressed air and/or gases (O₂ and NO etc)
• Vacuum leaks (when used with the supplied DMS software, the cost of these leaks can be reported)
• Faulty steam traps
• Bearing failure and lubrication problems (identified by establishing bearing routes)

The UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector can be used to inspect a variety of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and vacuum systems and is able to identify faults in their earlier stages thereby reducing downtime and the degree of maintenance required, which, in turn, reduces associated costs.

The UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector is particularly well suited to point-and-shoot troubleshooting applications and data collection programs. As such, it features a simple, two-control, Spin and Click™ user interface, allowing the operator to adjust settings, modes and functions as well as view and save data efficiently and easily. As a result, the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector can be operated by users of all experiences.

The Spin and Click™ control system can be used to alter the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector’s sensitivity and frequency (range: 20 to 100 kHz) to suit the application. It is also possible to set the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector to a particular function using this simple interface.The UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector features three functions:

• Snap Shot
• Peak Hold
• Real-time

In addition to the above functions and adjustable frequency and sensitivity, the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector can be adapted to suit various applications using the included interchangeable modules (see ‘What’s Included?’).

Furthermore, utilising the supplied acoustic-isolating headphones the operator is able to trace the sources of faults by following increases in the volume of specific ultrasonic signals. Ultrasonic volume is also indicated via the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector’s easy-to-read display panel with a calibrated decibel readout and 16-segment bar graph; the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector has a decibel range of up to 120dB.

Alternatively, measurements may be viewed on a vibration analyser as the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector is able to interface with most models (including SKF, ENTEK, DLI, CSI and DI).

During scanning, the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector will automatically and simultaneously register sound intensity changes and Peak Hold values. The UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector’s scanning speed matches that of traditional analogue meters, however, the inclusion of digital technology means that measurements can be stored and used for trending. It is possible to record data to the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector at the push of a button.

Data saved to the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector may be downloaded to a PC via a USB connection. It is also possible to upload information to the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector using this interface.

Additionally, the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector is supplied with licence-free UE Systems Ultratrend DMS Software designed for data logging and management. Using this software, the operator is able to export databases and report documents to MS Excel, as well as see history tables/ spreadsheets, trend charts, and multiple data views. This license-free software expands the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector’s scope-for-use and is suitable for managing routes and managing and reporting on asset conditions.

The intrinsically safe (in accordance with kit certification) UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detectors are ideal for optimising system efficiency through the early detection, diagnosis and location of existing or potential problems. They are suitable for use in ATEX or EX environments (kit dependent).

Applications

Please see the table below for an overview of the applications each of the UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Intrinsically Safe Ultrasonic Inspection System Kits are able to accommodate.

UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Intrinsically Safe Ultrasonic System Kits Key Features

• Two intrinsically safe kits available
• The kits differ in regards to their certification
• UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000KT/ATEX (EX) Intrinsically Safe Ultrasonic System Kit: ATEX IIIB, FM/CSA Intrinsically Safe, Class I, Division 1, Groups C & D (Gases: Methane, Propane and Ethylene)
• UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000SC/Mining (EX1) Intrinsically Safe Ultrasonic System Kit: ATEX 1 Gas & Dustproof for the mining industry
• Each of the kits includes an intrinsically safe (in accordance with the kit’s certification) UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector
• The detector utilises ultrasonic technology to identify and locate existing or potential issues
• Detects electrical discharge such as corona, arcing and tracking
• Find compressed air and/or gases (O₂ and NO etc)
• Locate vacuum leaks (when used with the supplied DMS software, the cost of these leaks can be reported)
• Find faulty steam traps
• Identify bearing failure and lubrication problems (identified by establishing bearing routes)
• Inspect a variety of electrical, mechanical and pneumatic and vacuum systems
• Identify potential faults in their earlier stages thereby reducing downtime, the maintenance/ repair required and associated costs
• The detector is suited to point-and-shoot troubleshooting applications and data collection programs
• The detector features a simple, two-control, Spin and Click™ user interface
• Use the Spin and Click™ interface to adjust settings, modes and functions, as well as view and save data efficiently and easily
• The detector is simple-to-use and can be operated by users of all experiences
• Adjustable sensitivity (detector)
• Adjustable frequency (detector): 20 to 100 kHz
• Snap Shot function (detector)
• Peak Hold function (detector)
• Real-time function (detector)
• The detector can be used with interchangeable modules
• The detector can be adapted to suit a variety of applications
• Acoustic-isolating headphones allow the user to focus on a particular ultrasonic signals
• By following volume increases the user can trace the source of a fault
• View measurements via the detector’s easy-to-read display with a 16-segment bar graph and calibrated decibel readout
• Decibel range: 120dB (detector)
• Connect the detector to compatible vibration analysers, including SKF, ENTEK, DLI, CSI and DI models
• The detector automatically and simultaneously registers sound intensity and Peak Hold values
• The detector’s scanning speed matches that of traditional analogue meters
• Digital technology allows measurements to be saved to the detector
• Digital technology also allows measurements to be used for trending
• Supplied with UE Systems licence-free Ultratrend DMS Software for data logging and management
• Use the DMS Software to export databases and report documents to MS Excel
• See history tables/ spreadsheets and trend charts, as well as multiple data views using the software
• The licence-free Ultratrend DMS Software expands the detector’s scope-for-use
• The detector is powered by environmentally friendly, rechargeable batteries
• Pressure and vacuum leak detection
• Steam trap testing
• Inspect heat exchangers, boilers and condensers
• Suitable for bearing testing and trending
• Gear/ Gear Box inspection
• General mechanical inspection/ trending
• Test tanks and pipes for leaks
• Find cockpit window leaks (kit dependent)
• Wind Noise & water leak detection (kit dependent)
• Hatch and marine leak inspection (kit dependent)
• Ideal for optimising system efficiency through early detection, diagnosis and location of existing and/or potential problems
• Suitable for use in ATEX or EX environments (model dependent)

What’s Included?

UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000KT/ATEX (EX) Intrinsically Safe Ultrasonic System Kit

• UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector
• Tri-Sonic Scanning Module (for locating airborne ultrasound)
• Rubber Focusing Probe (narrows the reception field and shields the detector from ambient ultrasounds)
• Stethoscope/ Contact-type Module (for monitoring internally generated ultrasounds)
• Extension Probe Kit (increase stethoscope contact range to 78cm)
• Deluxe Industrial Noise-Isolating Headset for Hardhat Use
• Warble Tone Generator
• Battery Recharger
• Ultratrend DMS Data Transfer Software
• Zero Haliburton Aluminium Carrying Case
• Comprehensive Instruction Manual

Please note that this kit has the following certifications: ATEX IIIB, FM/CSA Intrinsically Safe, Class I, Division 1, Groups C & D (Gases: Methane, Propane and Ethylene).

UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000SC/Mining (EX1) Intrinsically Safe Ultrasonic System Kit

• UE Systems Ultraprobe® 9000 Digital Ultrasonic Detector
• Tri-Sonic Scanning Module (for locating airborne ultrasound)
• Rubber Focusing Probe (narrows the reception field and shields the detector from ambient ultrasounds)
• Stethoscope/ Contact-type Module (for monitoring internally generated ultrasounds)
• Extension Probe Kit (increase stethoscope contact range to 78cm)
• Deluxe Industrial Noise-Isolating Headset for Hardhat Use
• Battery Recharger
• Ultratrend DMS Data Transfer Software
• Nylon Carrying Case with Die-cut Foam
• Comprehensive Instruction Manual

Please note that this kit has the following certifications: ATEX 1 Gas & Dustproof for the mining industry.

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