Eddyfi Technologies LYFT, User Manual

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Lyft System Overview
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Single-Element Probes Accessories
For details about these accessories, refer to the PEC probe catalog.
Single-Element Extension Pole Overview
For details about how to install a single-element or splash zone probe on the extension pole, see
Setting Up the Extension Pole page 94.
Figure 1-6 Single element extension pole
PECA Probes Overview
The PECA-6CH-MED-XXX-GA and PECA-6CH-MED-XXX-GDA 6-element PECA probes are capable of
a single-pass coverage of 457 mm (18 in) in grid or high-resolution, dynamic mode.
Figure 1-7 PECA-6CH-MED probe
PECA-6CH-MED probes roll on wheels that lift them off 12.7 mm (0.5 in) to ease inspection on
insulated pipes with straps and buckles securing the insulation. Do not add this additional liftoff to
the insulation thickness when calculating your probe’s footprint or smallest detectable defect. You
can remove the wheels to use the probe in restricted-access situations.
PECA-6CH-MED probes are also designed to wrap around curved surfaces like pipes. Once curved,
lock the shape by pressing the locking handles toward the probe’s body. You will get the best sizing
results when all the probe elements are curved by the same amount, forming a circular arc.
Positioning marks are visible on the probe to validate the relative curvature of all array elements. To
see how to lock and unlock the probe body, see Appendix D, page 97.