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Olympus Epoch XT is an advanced, portable ultrasonic flaw detector offering many standard measurement features including a tunable square wave pulser, selectable narrow-band and broad-band digital filters, gain range from 0 to 110 dB, peak memory and peak hold, and adjustable PRF.

Epoch XT is designed for great inspection flexibility and for use in extreme environments. It combines a multitude of enhanced flaw detection and measurement features, a bright multi-color LCD, versatile battery options, powerful data management, and numerous software features in a compact unit with a sealed case designed to meet IP67 requirements.

Olympus (Panametrics) Epoch XT Features:

• EN 12668-1 compliant
• Tested for Explosive Atmoshpere, Vibration and Shock
• IP67. Designed to meet IP67 requirements. Sealed to withstand harsh environments
• Dynamic DAC/TVG Standard
  • Dynamic DAC curves
  • Custom warning levels
  • Meets ASME and JIS requirements
  • Advanced TVG Table allows customized TVG setups
• Multiple Battery Options – can be used with Lithium Ion, NiMH, or C-Cells
• Host USB Port for direct printing and storage to USB drives
• Client USB Port for PC communication
• “PerfectSquare™ Technology”: Pulse is electronically controlled on both the leading and trailing edges to maximize transducer performance and near surface resolution.
• PRF adjustable from 10 Hz to 1 kHz in 10 Hz increments.
• All measurements are taken “single shot”.
• Powerful alphanumeric datalogger
  • Corrosion thickness gage file types can be set up onboard
  • Simple incremental files
• Multi-color LCD display
• Lightweight – 4.7 lbs (2.1 kg

Olympus (Panametrics) Epoch XT Loaded with Practical Measurement Features:

The Olympus (Panametrics) Epoch XT Ultrasonic Flaw Detector incorporates many standard measurement features including a tunable square wave pulser, selectable narrow-band and broad-band digital filters, gain range from 0 to 110 dB, peak memory and peak hold, adjustable PRF, 0.001 in. (0.01 mm) measurement resolution, and two gates with programmable alarms. In addition, the unit offers many standard and optional application-specific software features: Dynamic DAC/TVG (Distance Amplitude Correction/ Time Varied Gain), On-board DGS/AVG, AWS D1.1 & D1.5, Curved Surface Correction, and GageView Pro.

• Standard tunable Square Wave pulser with PerfectSquare™ Technology allows the operator to adjust pulse width to maximize transducer performance
• Standard digital receiver filtering-broadband, several narrow band settings, and a high-pass setting.
• Five measurement displays that are fully customizable to meet inspection needs. Select any Gate 1 or Gate 2 measurement for each display box
• Amplitude measurement resolution of 0.25% full screen height
• Amplitude measurement from 0% to 110% full screen height
• Gate measurement modes: Peak, Edge and NEW First Peak Mode for thickness measurement applications
• Measurement rate adjustable from
• 10 Hz to 1000 Hz in 10 Hz increments on live screen
• Peak Mem and Peak Hold functions in all rectified modes. Peak Hold also functions in RF mode
• New Grid Display Modes
  • Standard 1-10
  • Soundpath
  • Leg mode for angle beam inspection
  • Selectable 100% or 110% vertical display
• Leg indicator and measurement mode indicator for each gate
• Alarm indicator for each gate

Package includes:

1 x Olympus EPOCH XT
1 x Travel case with including operation manual
2 x Olympus – BNC to Microdot 6′ RG-174 cables
1 x Olympus – Angle beam transducer 5 Mhz 0.5″
1 x Olympus – Mini Short approach wedge for 0.5″ (45 degree)
1 x Olympus – Mini Short approach wedge for 0.5″ (60 degree)
1 x Olympus – Mini Short approach wedge for 0.5″ (70 degree)