Ectane3

Multi-Technology Tubing and Surface Inspection System

The Eddyfi Ectane 3 is the industry-standard, multi-technology non-destructive testing (NDT) instrument engineered for advanced tubing and surface inspections. This third-generation platform packs unparalleled power and flexibility into a rugged, IP65-certified enclosure. Capable of driving 10 distinct electromagnetic and ultrasonic technologies, the Ectane 3 features an integrated SmartMUX™ multiplexer and supports up to 256 array channels. It is the premier solution for inspecting shell and tube heat exchangers, condensers, boilers, and complex surface geometries across the power generation, petrochemical, and aerospace sectors.

Features

10 Technologies in a Single Platform: Supports a massive range of inspection methods including conventional ECT, Eddy Current Array (ECA), Tangential ECA (TECA), RFT, Near-Field Testing (NFT), Near-Field Array (NFA), MFL, MFL Array, IRIS Ultrasonic Testing, and exclusive Remote-Field Array (RFA).
Exclusive Remote-Field Array (RFA): Uses a patent-pending low-frequency multiplexer to deliver high-resolution C-scan imaging inside carbon steel tubing, offering superior defect morphology insight and detecting flaws closer to external features than conventional RFT.
Integrated SmartMUX™ Multiplexer: A programmable array multiplexer supporting absolute, differential, or transmit-receive coil topologies across up to 256 channels for wider coverage and faster inspection speeds.
IP65 Certified & Fanless: Completely overhauled with a fully sealed, fanless magnesium platform designed to withstand harsh, dusty, and wet field environments.
Advanced System Integration: Ideal for semi-automated inspections or robotic crawlers, featuring 3 encoder inputs, 5 TTL inputs for remote acquisition control, 3 output relays, and full SDK compatibility.
Magnifi® Software Ecosystem: Seamlessly pairs with Magnifi software for high-performance data acquisition, advanced processing, 3D imaging, and automated reporting.
Probot™ Compatibility: Integrates with Eddyfi’s advanced probe pusher-puller system for constant, optimal pulling speeds and high-quality encoded data collection managed by a single operator.

Applications

Tubing Inspections: Comprehensive assessment of shell and tube heat exchangers, condensers, feedwater heaters, boilers, chillers, and HVAC air conditioning units.
Surface & Weld Inspections: Heavy-duty ECA weld inspections, turbine blade/engine testing, and custom array configurations for complex geometries.
Automated Testing: Integration into robotic arm arrays and automated production monitoring systems.

Technical Data

Feature / Parameter	Specification Details
Dimensions (W × H × D)	279.6 × 254.0 × 158.8 mm (11.0 × 10.0 × 6.25 in)
Weight	6.8 kg (15 lbs) with batteries; 5.9 kg (13 lbs) without batteries
IP Rating & Cooling	IP65 certified; Sealed and fanless passive cooling
Power Requirements	100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz; Direct VAC or onboard Li-ion batteries
Battery Life	Onboard rechargeable Li-ion batteries; typical life of 8 hours
Array Channels	Available in 64, 128, or 256 channel configurations
Frequency Range	Broad range from 5 Hz to 10 MHz
Encoders & Remotes	3 axes quadrature with individual reset lines; remote controls for start, stop, balance, and next file
Connectivity	1000 BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet
ECT Specifications	Up to 160 frequencies; 2 coil drivers (simultaneous/continuous injection); 16-bit resolution; up to 50,000 samples/s
IRIS Ultrasonic (UT)	1 pulse-echo channel; 0–200 V drive; 25 MHz system bandwidth; 12-bit/100 MHz digitizer; Real-time A, B, and C-scans; Turbine speed up to 100 RPS
RFA Specifications	Low frequency range from 5 Hz to 2 kHz; 41-pin dedicated connector; 41 dB receiver gain range
Array Connectors	Single or Double 160-pin array connector via SmartMUX

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Eddy Current Testing, ECT, Eddy Current Array, ECA, Ectane 3, Tubing Inspection, Heat Exchanger, Remote-Field Array, RFA, IRIS UT, Near-Field Testing, NFT, Condenser, Boiler, NDT, Eddyfi, Magnifi