The Cygnus 1 delivers precise measurements for corrosion monitoring.
Its durability ensures long-term reliability for industrial applications, making it a robust choice for various environments.
Equipment Type: Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge
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A heavy-duty ultrasonic thickness gauge, the Cygnus 1 has been specifically for use in hazardous areas to measure corrosion defects in metal. Easy to use and featuring a lightweight, ergonomic design, the Cygnus does not require surface coating removal to gather accurate ultrasonic thickness measurement readings. The 1I.S has been certified Intrinsically Safe to both EXII 1g EEX iaIIC TG and CSA Class1, Group A, Division1 standards.
Technical Specifications
Hazardous Atmosphere Use | Ex II 1 G EEx ia IIC T6 certified, no plant shutdown or hot-work permit required |
Measurement Range | 1.0 - 99.9 mm |
ON/OFF Control | On switch only control, automatic Off |
Materials Supported | Usable on metals and other materials, sound velocities between 2000 and 7000 m/s |
Measurement Range in Steel | 3 mm – 250 mm with 2.25 MHz probe, 2 mm – 150 mm with 3.5 MHz probe, 1 mm – 50 mm with 5.0 MHz probe |
Size | 235 mm x 75 mm (9.252″ x 3″) |
Weight | 1040 g (34.7 oz) including batteries and remote probe |
Display | LED display with polarized filter, large and bright |
Resolution | 0.1 mm or 0.05 mm (selectable) (0.005″ or 0.002″) |
Imperial Readout Option | Supports both imperial and metric readouts |
Accuracy | 0.1 mm (0.005″) when calibrated according to Cygnus Instruments procedures |
Sound Velocity Range | 2000 – 7000 m/s (0.059 – 0.31 in/microsec), covers most engineering materials |
Power Type | NiMH rechargeable battery pack |
Battery Life | 10 hours of continuous operation |
Probes | Single crystal soft-faced compression probes: 6 mm (1/4") – 5 MHz, 13 mm (1/2") – 2.25, 3.5, or 5 MHz, 19 mm (3/4") – 2.25 MHz |
Low Frequency Probes | Offer better penetration on heavy corrosion/coatings |
Operating Temperatures | -10°C to +50°C (14°F to 122°F) |
Environmental Protection | IPX5 & IPX7 rated for water resistance |
Certification | ATEX {Ex} I M 1 Ex ia I Ma, {Ex} II 1 G Ex ia IIC T6 Ga, CSA Class 1 Group A, B, C & D |
Compliance | CE, British Standard BS EN 15317:2013 |
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