Operating Manual UT-1M
Operating Manual UT-1M
NOVOTEST UT-1M
Operating Manual
2018
Operation manual
Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge NOVOTEST UT-1M
CONTENT
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Caution!
Please read this instruction manual carefully before using the NOVOTEST UT-1M ultrasonic
thickness gauge.
The operating manual (hereinafter referred to as "OM") includes general information intended
for acquaintance with information related to the operation and operation of equipment - the ultrasonic
thickness gauge NOVOTEST UT-1M (hereinafter referred to as the device or thickness gauge). The
document contains specifications, description of construction and actions, as well as information
necessary for the correct use of the products. Before use, it is necessary to study this document, as it is
to be used by those familiar with the principles of operation and the design of the device.
Correct and effective use of the control device requires mandatory availability:
methods of control;
The manufacturer keeps the right to make minor changes that do not impair the technical
characteristics of the product. These changes may not be mentioned in the text of this document.
The set of delivery includes the complete operating documentation for the instrument and passports.
Present MO is actual for all the modifications of the device.
Note: The mean time between failures of the transducers is normalized taking into account the
roughness parameter of the surface of the controlled article R z = 1.0 μm.
Life time
The total average life time of the device is not less than 10 years.
The criterion for decommissioning is the economic inexpediency of restoring the operative state of
the component parts of the instrument by repairing.
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1.3 Completeness
Information processing unit .................................................................................................... 1 pc.
Transducers:
P112-10-6/2 ......................................................................................................... As per order
P112-5-10/2 ......................................................................................................... As per order
P112-2,5-12/2 ...................................................................................................... As per order
Reference sample ................................................................................................................... 1 pc.
Rechargeable battery ............................................................................................................. 2 pcs.
Protective silicone bumper ..................................................................................................... 1 pc.
USB Cable ............................................................................................................................... 1 pc.
Charger .................................................................................................................................... 1 pc.
Packaging container ................................................................................................................ 1 pc.
Operation manual NOVOTEST.UT-1.000 OM ...................................................................... 1 pc.
* At the request of the customer, the delivery kit can be expanded with additional equipment or
parts. The exact information on the delivery set is indicated in the passport of the device.
Additional time error for 2 hours of continuous operation is no more than the basic.
1.5 Parts
The design of the device includes an electronic unit and a probe, connected via sockets. The
detachable sockets are located on the upper end surface of the housing; a generator is to be connected
to the left socket, and the receiver is to be connected to the right socket. Also, at the top of the case a
mini USB connector is, for connecting the device to the computer. The control buttons are located on
the front panel, which also has a graphic indicator (display). At the bottom rear of the housing of the
device is the lid of the battery housing compartment in which batteries are installed (Fig. 1.1).
In Fig. 1.2 presents the unit's controls, as well as their functionality.
где:
– power key / Left soft-key;
– right soft-key;
– gain calibration.
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1.9 Packaging
The electronic unit and the probe are supplied in the packaging container, which excludes their
damage during transportation.
To avoid mechanical damage to the cable and connectors of the device, it is necessary to
disconnect the transducer from the device before packing.
2. INTENDED USE
2.1 Operational limitations
Operation of the device must be carried out under the influence of factors and taking into account
the parameters of the monitored facilities in accordance with the specified technical characteristics,
and the device must be used within its technical specifications.
Only the user familiar with the operational documentation for this device is allowed to work with
the instrument.
To prevent the device from failing due to condensation, after moving the unit from cold to a warm
place, leave it in the package for at least 2 hours.
Caution!
To prevent damage to the connectors and cables, follow the instructions for using the connectors
below!
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The used in the instrument connectors (. Figure 2.2) consist of two parts: the socket and the plug.
The method for connecting and disconnecting the plug and socket is shown on Fig. 2.3.
Caution!
When disconnecting the plug from the socket, grasp its housing in a corrugated area and in no case
should you pull the cable!
Switch the device on by a long press key « » on the control panel until a short-time splash
screen appears (Figure 2.4) on the graphic display.
After this, the device switches to the main menu (fig. 2.5).
Soft keys
main menu, select the desired mode and confirm your selection by pressing « », Then the device
will go into the "MEASUREMENT" mode (fig. 2.6).
When the device is in the "MEASUREMENT" mode, the display shows the battery charge level,
the transmitter position indication, the selected monitoring material, the established propagation
velocity of the ultrasound in the control material, and the measured value.
The speed of the ultrasound in the control material is changed by means of the keys « » and
« ». Discreteness of speed setting 1 m / s.
By pressing the key « »The action selection menu is opened in which you can delete the
current measured value "DELETE" Delete all measured values "DELETE". ALL ", go to the main
menu" EXIT ", and also cancel the press and close the "CANCEL" selection menu.
The device operates in several measurement modes, to switch between modes, use keys « »,
After it is pressed, the menu for selecting the mode of operation appears: "NORM", "STAT", "B
SCAN" and "CALIBER".
The "NORM" mode is intended for carrying out the usual measurement without outputting
additional statistics and information.
The "STAT" mode is intended for measuring with the output of additional statistics (figure 2.7)
with the indication of the maximum and minimum measured values, as well as the number of
measurements.
The "B SCAN" mode is used to display the B-Scanned profile of the thickness of the controlled
article (Fig. 2.8). Also, the "B SCAN" mode is used to search for corrosion damage, identify local
abrasions and delaminations when checking control objects with a graphic B-scan.
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The "CALIBER" mode is intended for the pre-measurement calibration of the converter (zero-
setting of the converter) before the start of the measurement, in order to exclude the influence of the
transit time of ultrasonic oscillations in the delay lines.
Also in the device there is a mode of calibration of amplification of a signal by the receiver, for
transition in this mode it is necessary to press a key « », After that, the speed of the ultrasound in
the material changes to the gain adjustment in dB (Figure 2.9). To change the gain use the keys «
»и« ». Для выхода с режима калибровки усиления нужно повторно нажать клавишу
« ».
To make changes in the "SETTINGS" mode, you need to select the required parameter with the
keys « » and « », then confirm by pressing « » and change the setting to the desired
value using keys « » and « », then confirm by pressing « ». To exit the settings and
This mode is used to select the saved calibration settings for the connected probe, as well as for
creating new calibrations, by editing the stored settings "PROBE”.
2. 2. By pressing the key « » open the action menu with the calibrations, highlight the item
2. Using key « » open the action menu with the calibrations, highlight the item "EDIT" and
confirm with the key « ». The instrument will go into the calibration editing mode
(Figure 2.12).
3.
4. Specify the parameters of the converter. Select a parameter with the keys « » and «
», then confirm by pressing key « » and change the setting to the desired value
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6. Rename the changed calibration by pressing the key « » open the action menu with the
calibrations, highlight the "MOVE" item and confirm with the key « ».
7. Enter a new calibration name. Moving the cursor on the virtual keyboard is done using the
keys « » and « », and confirm with key « ». To save a new name, you need
to move the cursor to the "SAVE" button and press the enter key « ».
1. In the "MEASUREMENT" mode, press the key « » And select the "CALIBER" mode.
2. Set using the keys « » and « »The propagation velocity of the US, corresponding
to the reference measure on the device (6070 m/s).
3. Clean the contact surface of the inverter from grease, if any.
4. Put the transducer into the air, according to the instruction, on the display of the device "PULL
IN AIR", then confirm the action by pressing the key « ». The instrument will take a
measure and display a new instruction.
5. Apply a layer of contact lubricant on the built-in reference thickness sample block.
6. Install the transducer’s contact surface on the reference measure and press firmly, according
to the instructions, on the displays of the device "INSTALL ON THE SAMPLE", then confirm
the action by pressing the key « ». The instrument will measure and after the display of
the results go into the normal measurement mode.
Caution!
Preliminary calibration of the transducer should be carried out only on the sample (measure) built-in
the thickness gauge.
The operation of preliminary calibration of the transducer is desirable to be carried out in the event
of changes in operating conditions (a significant change in the ambient temperature), when the
converter is first turned on, after a prolonged intensive operation of the converter.
Note: The accuracy of the measurement depends strongly on the state of contact between the
transducer and the product surface.
If the surface of the product being tested is strongly roughened, corroded or covered with a large
layer of rust, it may be necessary to clean the surface with a file, a rasp, a grinding paper, etc..
It is especially necessary to prepare the surface when measuring on pipes with a diameter of less
than 40 mm.
The paint does not need to be removed if its layer is thin and it is well adhered to the material that
is being measured. However, it should be borne in mind that the thickness of the paint will go into the
resulting measurement result.
2.4.3 Measurements
To make measurements:
1. Set the speed of propagation of ultrasound in the object of control. To do this, go to the
"SETUP" mode and select the material of the monitoring object in the "MATERIAL"
parameter. If the required material is not in the base of the device, you need to select the
material "USER".
2. Go to the "MEASUREMENTS" mode and with the keys « » and « »Correct the
speed of ultrasound, if necessary, for example, when selecting the material "USER".
3. Apply a contact lubricant layer on the controlled object surface.
4. Install the transducer on the product normally to the surface and press it down, avoiding
rocking (Figure 2.14).
5. Obtain stable results of the measured thickness on the display.
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3. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
3.1. Operation thickness gauge is permitted only after reading the manual.
3.2. Of minor faults of the device is allowed after it is turned off, repairs are carried out
exclusively by the manufacture.
4.2. The storage should be free of dust, fumes acids, alkalis and corrosive gases.
4.3. Transportation of the device in case may be made by any mode of transport in
accordance with the requirements and rules of transportation operating in these types of
transport.
4.4. During transportation, handling and storage of stock the device should be kept from
shock, bumps and moisture.
5. MAINTENANCE
5.1. Maintenance of the device is made by the manufacturer in the event of faults in the
device operation.
6. WARRANTY
6.1. The manufacturer guarantees the normal operation of the unit for 12 months from date
of purchase, and undertakes to make repair it during this time when a breakage, and failures.
6.2. Warranty does not apply to breaches of operation, transportation and storage conditions
and the presence of mechanical damage to the electronic unit and transducer.
Notes:
The manufacturer reserves the right to make without notice in the design of ultrasonic
thickness change does not impair its performance and metrological characteristics.
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