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DMTA034-01EN — Rev. B
March 2014

HSMT-Flex

Flexible Weld Scanner

User’s Manual

This instruction manual contains essential information on how to use this Olympus product safely and effectively.
Before using this product, thoroughly review this instruction manual. Use the product as instructed.

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Summary of Contents for HSMT-Flex

Page 1: ...ual This instruction manual contains essential information on how to use this Olympus product safely and effectively Before using this product thoroughly review this instruction manual Use the product as instructed Keep this instruction manual in a safe accessible location ...

Page 2: ...uracy of the information contained therein and corresponds to the version of the product manufactured prior to the date appearing on the title page There could however be some differences between the manual and the product if the product was modified thereafter The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice Part number DMTA034 01EN Rev B March 2014 Printed in Canada...

Page 3: ...Repair and Modification 7 Presence of Visual Interferences or Phantom Spots 7 Safety Symbols 8 Safety Signal Words 8 Note Signal Words 9 Safety 9 Warnings 10 Equipment Disposal 10 CE European Community 11 WEEE Directive 11 EMC Directive Compliance 11 Warranty Information 11 Technical Support 12 Introduction 13 1 Overview 15 2 Scanner Assembly and Setup 21 2 1 Changing the Frame Angle 21 2 2 Changi...

Page 4: ...er 28 2 3 3 Replacing a Phased Array Probe 31 2 4 Changing the Frame Bar Sections 33 2 5 Replacing Wheels 36 3 Preparing the Scanner for an Inspection 37 4 Operating the HSMT Flex Scanner 41 5 Maintenance 43 5 1 Preventive Maintenance 43 5 2 Scanner Cleaning 43 6 Spare Parts 45 7 Specifications 51 7 1 General specifications 51 7 2 Connector Reference 53 List of Figures 55 List of Tables 57 Index 5...

Page 5: ...Rev B March 2014 List of Abbreviations v List of Abbreviations CE Communauté Européenne European Community ID inside diameter OD outside diameters SLA spring loaded arm WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment ...

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Page 7: ...n page 1 If any or all of the labels or symbols are missing or illegible please contact Olympus The descriptions of the symbols are provided in Table 1 on page 2 Figure i 1 Rating label location on encoder Encoder resolution 12 steps mm Rating label number Encoder serial number Symbols see Table 1 on page 2 Location of rating label ...

Page 8: ...s product conforms to all the applicable directives of the European Community See the Declaration of Conformity for details Contact your Olympus representative for more information The WEEE symbol indicates that the product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste but should be collected separately The direct current symbol S N The serial number ...

Page 9: ...n pipes of 114 3 mm 4 5 in OD and greater It has the ability to bend in the center Do not use the HSMT Flex scanner for any purpose other than its intended use It must never be used to inspect or examine human or animal body parts Instruction Manual This instruction manual contains essential information on how to use this Olympus product safely and effectively Before using this product thoroughly ...

Page 10: ...sible cable conduit with a 16 mm inside diameters ID Well suited to 2 PA irrigation tube and the encoder cable 60BA0109 U8779094 One 0 3 m divisible cable conduit with a 19 2 mm inside diameters ID Well suited to 2 PA 2 conventional UT irrigation tube and the encoder cable 60BA0131 U8775093 One 0 3 m divisible cable conduit with a 24 2 mm inside diameters ID Well suited to 2 PA 4 conventional UT i...

Page 11: ... INST U8775114 Same as P N TRPP 5810 KIT01 plus Four 5 m UT cables LEMO 00 to LEMO 00 linking the TRPP 5810 to the instrument TRPP 5810 UMB U8775113 Same as P N TRPP 5810 KIT01 plus Four 0 6 m UT cables LEMO 00 to LEMO 00 linking the TRPP 5810 to the umbilical HSMT A Laser U8779087 Battery operated laser guiding device for easier weld tracking OPTX686 U8775020 Spare parts kit for PV 100 applicatio...

Page 12: ...01 Scanner interface adaptor to connect scanners encoder cables with DE 15 connector to OmniScan MX2 with LEMO connector scanner interface Omni A ADP27 U8780329 Scanner interface adaptor to connect scanners encoder cables with LEMO connector to OmniScan MX with DE 15 connector scanner interface C1 LF BXM 0 3M U8769010 0 3 m long adapter LEMO female to Bendix male linking LEMO encoder cable to FOCU...

Page 13: ...ny user serviceable parts Opening the instrument might void the warranty In order to prevent human injury and or equipment damage do not disassemble modify or attempt to repair the instrument Presence of Visual Interferences or Phantom Spots In a situation of physical proximity of powerful electromagnetic radiators visual interferences or phantom spots maybe present These interferences are tempora...

Page 14: ...d possible harm Safety Signal Words The following safety symbols might appear in the documentation of the instrument The DANGER signal word indicates an imminently hazardous situation It calls attention to a procedure practice or the like which if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in death or serious personal injury Do not proceed beyond a DANGER signal word until the indicated co...

Page 15: ...strument The IMPORTANT signal word calls attention to a note that provides important information or information essential to the completion of a task The NOTE signal word calls attention to an operating procedure practice or the like which requires special attention A note also denotes related parenthetical information that is useful but not imperative The TIP signal word calls attention to a type...

Page 16: ...ot install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification to the instrument Service instructions when applicable are for trained service personnel To avoid the risk of electric shock do not perform any work on the instrument unless qualified to do so For any problem or question regarding this instrument contact Olympus or an authorized Olympus representative Do not touch the connectors ...

Page 17: ...ied in the Olympus NDT Terms and Conditions available at http www olympus ims com en terms The Olympus warranty only covers equipment that has been used in a proper manner as described in this instruction manual and that has not been subjected to excessive abuse attempted unauthorized repair or modification This device complies with the requirements of both directive 2004 108 EC concerning electro...

Page 18: ...ting and or verification by the operator or the supervisor Such independent verification of procedures becomes increasingly important as the criticality of the application increases For this reason Olympus makes no warranty expressed or implied that the techniques examples or procedures described herein are consistent with industry standards nor that they meet the requirements of any particular ap...

Page 19: ...lso brings the force of the springloaded arm in the radial direction of the pipes for better stability of the wedge and optimum data acquisition Optional pivoting probe holders can also be installed on the outside of the scanner The HSMT Flex also has one slidable side frame This feature enables probes to be mounted on the outside of the scanner providing a configuration that is suitable for hard ...

Page 20: ...DMTA034 01EN Rev B March 2014 Introduction 14 ...

Page 21: ...w of the HSMT Flex scanner components The scanner is shown in Figure 1 1 on page 15 A description of the components follows Figure 1 1 The HSMT Flex scanner Water manifold Probe holder assembly up to four pairs Handle 2 Frame bar section 2 Encoder Scanner frame hinge 2 Magnetic wheel 4 ...

Page 22: ...re see Figure 1 2 on page 16 Figure 1 2 Adjustable angle frame The two frame bar sections can hold up to a total of eight probes These can be either conventional ultrasonic transducers or phased array probes On smaller pipes if more than four probes are to be used a special pivoting bracket is required see Figure 1 8 on page 20 An attachment ring is provided to attach a safety line or an umbilical...

Page 23: ...eel surface Encoder A wheel encoder measures the scanner displacement to determine the position on the scan axis see Figure 1 4 on page 18 The encoder is waterproof and comes with a cable The encoder is compatible with the OmniScan SX and MX2 as well as with the OmniScan MX and the TomoScan FOCUS LT with the use of an adapter The encoder is also spring loaded to ensure that it remains in contact w...

Page 24: ...M 0 3M The HSMT Flex scanner offers a total of six possible locations for the encoder on the frame see Changing the Encoder Location on page 25 Figure 1 4 Encoder for measuring scanner position on the surface Water manifold Six outlets branch out from one main water intake to supply the wedges see Figure 1 5 on page 18 Figure 1 5 Water manifold Main water intake Six water outlets ...

Page 25: ...or transducer holders see Figure 1 6 on page 19 Figure 1 6 Ruler to help position the probe or transducer holders Frame bar sections The frame bar sections between the wheels can be replaced with sections of a different length depending on the physical constraints and probe configuration requirements see Figure 1 7 on page 19 Figure 1 7 Optional frame sections Ruler ...

Page 26: ...An optional pivoting bracket part number OPTX0717 allows for using probe holders on the external side of the frame on a smaller radius of curvature see Figure 1 8 on page 20 Figure 1 8 Using the scanner on a smaller radius of curvature Optional pivoting probe holder bracket ...

Page 27: ...array ultrasonic probe and or wedge if the inspection application has changed or in case of equipment malfunctions see Probe Holders Adjustment and Maintenance on page 25 Replacing wheels see Replacing Wheels on page 36 Changing the frame sections see Changing the Frame Bar Sections on page 33 Changing the encoder position on the frame see Changing the Encoder Location on page 25 2 1 Changing the ...

Page 28: ...2 22 To change the frame angle 1 Loosen the knobs on the two frame hinges see Figure 2 1 on page 22 Figure 2 1 Frame angle adjustment 2 Set the desired angle using the scale see Figure 2 2 on page 22 Figure 2 2 Angle scale Frame hinge knobs ...

Page 29: ...der to ensure an accurate reading see Figure 2 3 on page 23 Figure 2 3 Yokes must be perpendicular to the probe holder 5 When using the HSMT Flex scanner on smaller pipes verify that the yokes are not in contact with each other see Figure 2 4 on page 23 Figure 2 4 Yokes must not be in contact with each other Probe holder assembly Yoke Empty space left between yokes Empty space left between yokes ...

Page 30: ...lder bracket part number OPTX0717 when the configuration of the HSMT Flex scanner requires probe holders outside the frame on pipe diameters smaller than 305 mm 12 in see Figure 2 5 on page 24 Figure 2 5 Optional pivoting probe holder bracket Optional pivoting probe holder bracket ...

Page 31: ...corners four other locations are provided on the inside of the frame near the corners see Figure 2 6 on page 25 Use a hexagonal key to install or remove the encoder Figure 2 6 Encoder mounting locations 2 3 Probe Holders Adjustment and Maintenance Ultrasonic transducers and phased array probes are mounted on the scanner through the use of probe holders see Figure 2 7 on page 26 Two outside locatio...

Page 32: ...e on the left side of the probe holder or on the right side see Figure 2 8 on page 27 Use the optional pivoting probe holder bracket part number OPTX0717 when the configuration of the HSMT Flex scanner requires probe holders outside the frame on pipe diameters smaller than 305 mm 12 in see Figure 2 5 on page 24 Spring loaded arm SLA The spring loaded arm is designed to hold the yoke and to ensure ...

Page 33: ...e 2 8 on page 27 Figure 2 8 SLA assembly maintains the contact with the surface to be inspected 2 3 1 Adjusting the Carbide Wear Pins on Wedges Wedges are designed to hold a transducer or a phased array probe in order to ensure an adequate ultrasonic diffusion through the surface to be inspected and to direct the couplant flow correctly To limit wearing of the wedge carbide wear pins can be insert...

Page 34: ...2 9 on page 28 This concludes the procedure to adjust the carbide wear pins on a wedge 2 3 2 Replacing a Conventional Ultrasonic Transducer To replace a conventional ultrasonic transducer the assembly holding the transducer must be removed and partially disassembled To replace a conventional ultrasonic transducer 1 Turn off the couplant flow 2 Disconnect the couplant tubes from the couplant source...

Page 35: ...ed screwdriver at the back of the spring loaded arm SLA unscrew the screw to free the yoke from the SLA see Figure 2 10 on page 29 Figure 2 10 The screw that holds the yoke on the spring loaded arm SLA 6 Remove the yoke 7 Using a hexagonal key remove the screw that holds the yoke parts together see Figure 2 11 on page 30 Use a flat headed screwdriver to unscrew ...

Page 36: ...e is disconnected and then unscrew the transducer from the wedge see Figure 2 12 on page 30 It is possible to unscrew the transducer without removing the wedge Figure 2 12 Unscrewing the transducer 9 Screw the new transducer onto the wedge Use a hexagonal key to remove Manually turn the transducer counterclockwise to remove clockwise to secure ...

Page 37: ...nventional ultrasonic transducer 2 3 3 Replacing a Phased Array Probe To replace a phased array ultrasonic probe the probe assembly must be removed and partially disassembled To replace a phased array probe 1 Turn off the couplant flow 2 Disconnect the couplant tubes from the couplant source 3 Disconnect the probe cable on the instrument To prevent any damage to the Hypertronics connector pins be ...

Page 38: ...Figure 2 13 on page 32 Figure 2 13 The screw that holds the yoke parts together 8 Using a cross headed screwdriver unscrew the screws that hold the probe on the wedge either 2 or 4 screws depending on the model and then remove the probe from the wedge see Figure 2 14 on page 32 Figure 2 14 Removing the probe from the wedge Use a hexagonal key to unscrew Use a cross headed screwdriver to unscrew th...

Page 39: ...hold the probe on the wedge Do not overtighten the screws overtightening might crack the wedge 11 Reinstall the yoke on the wedge 12 Reinstall the probe assembly on the spring loaded arm This concludes the procedure for replacing a phased array probe 2 4 Changing the Frame Bar Sections When necessary the frame bar sections of the scanner can be replaced with sections of a different length to suit ...

Page 40: ...Figure 2 15 on page 34 2 3 Use the appropriate hexagonal key to loosen and remove the two groups of four screws on the manifold end of the frame see Figure 2 15 on page 34 3 4 Remove manually the two wing screws on the other end of the frame see Figure 2 15 on page 34 4 3 On the manifold end of the frame unscrew the 2 groups of 4 screws 4 On the other end of the frame remove the 2 wing screws 2 Us...

Page 41: ...35 Figure 2 16 T nuts are used to attach accessories to the frame bar sections 6 Proceed with the reinstallation of the two ends of the frame bar section the two handles the rulers and the probe holders This concludes the procedure for changing the frame bar sections Equipment connections and probe or transducer positions vary depending on the application To mount the components T nuts might have ...

Page 42: ...crew Be sure to position the bearings correctly If one of the wheels stops functioning correctly it is recommended that all four wheels be replaced Depending on how much the wheels have worn replacing only one wheel could hinder the smooth motion of the scanner To avoid injury be careful when handling the magnetic wheels the magnetic pull of the wheels is strong and could pinch your finger for exa...

Page 43: ...ion the scanner on or near the part to be inspected 2 Attach the umbilical cable or a safety line to the attachment ring see Figure 3 1 on page 37 Figure 3 1 Attach the umbilical cable to the attachment ring The attachment ring serves two purposes when used to attach a safety line it retains the scanner in case of an accidental fall and when used to attach an umbilical it prevents tension loads on...

Page 44: ...tion tubes from the manifold outlets to the wedges inlets see Figure 3 2 on page 38 Figure 3 2 Water manifold details When your configuration does not require all three manifold outlet pairs use a small section of tubing in a loop to connect the remaining outlets together see Figure 3 3 on page 38 Figure 3 3 Using a loop to connect unused manifold outlets Water manifold intake Water manifold outle...

Page 45: ... the scanner frame see Figure 3 4 on page 39 Figure 3 4 Loosen the wing screw to adjust the spring loaded arm position b Slide the spring loaded arm to the desired position and tighten the wing screw Equipment connections and probe or transducer positions vary depending on the application To mount the components T nuts might have to be added or correctly positioned in the frame bar sections slots ...

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Page 47: ...operate the scanner 1 Hold the scanner above the inspection surface and align the scanner so that the inspection area is centered between the probes or transducers see Figure 4 1 on page 41 Figure 4 1 Center the inspection area between the probes 2 With the inspection area centered between the probes or transducers bring the scanner s wheels in contact with the inspection surface ...

Page 48: ...robe Holders Adjustment and Maintenance on page 25 All wedge probe assemblies must be correctly positioned on the surface being inspected All carbide wear pins should be flush with the wedge surface see Figure 2 9 on page 28 3 Simply push or pull the scanner in the desired inspection direction If the inspection surface is a ferromagnetic material there is no need to push down on the scanner to pre...

Page 49: ...canner has few moving parts it does not require preventive maintenance A regular inspection of the product is recommended to ensure that the HSMT Flex scanner functions correctly The wheels of the scanner need to be replaced at interval For more information see Replacing Wheels on page 36 5 2 Scanner Cleaning The HSMT Flex scanner external surfaces can be cleaned when needed This section provides ...

Page 50: ...ter 5 44 4 To remove persistent stains use a damp cloth with a soft soapy solution Do not use abrasive products or powerful solvents that could damage the finish 5 Wait until the instrument dries completely before connecting the cables ...

Page 51: ...DMTA034 01EN Rev B March 2014 Spare Parts 45 6 Spare Parts An exploded view and a list of spare parts are contained in Figure 6 1 on page 46 and Table 3 on page 46 respectively ...

Page 52: ...Drawing item Quantity Part number Item number Description 1 2 25AA1033 Lobed knobs M12 2 23 25GA0009 U8900310 Dovetail M5 Nut 3 6 25PP0162 U8902678 Fitting T 1 8 in 10 32 barb bras 4 1 25PP0189 U8901371 1 4 in NPT to 8 mm elbow valve This assembly includes two probe holders left and right ...

Page 53: ...1255 U8775096 Encoder and Support Kit 19 16 28NE0001 U8900327 M5 spring washer 20 15 28NA0003 U8900317 M5 12 mm hexagonal screw 21 16 28LA0033 U8779180 M3 6 mm hexagonal screw 22 4 MQIX1008 U8901404 Right angle bracket 23 4 KIUX132 U8775070 Wing screw assembly M5 12 mm 24 12 25CC0021 U8900337 Spring for SLAa 25 4 MKUX567 U8775041 Shoulder screw for SLAa 26 8 25BB0116 U8775110 Bearing ID 1 4 OD 3 8...

Page 54: ...easurements for yokes Not shown 8 25PA0084 U8900341 Water tube ID 1 8 in OD 1 4 in Not shown 1 25PO0056 U8902317 8 mm valve Not shown 4 25PP0069 U8902321 Y barb brass coupling a Spring loaded arm Table 4 Yokes Part number Item number Wedge compliance Button OD mm A mm B mm Standard yokes ADIX6891 U8775048 ST1 ST2 SPE1 SPE2 SPE3 SA0 5 31 75 23 5 ADIX6552 U8775047 SA1 SA2 SA10 SA11 SA12 SPWZ3 SNW1 A...

Page 55: ...853 U8775055 SA1 L lateral 8 45 60 ADIX846 U8779096 SA3 8 50 55 ADIX893 U8775084 SA4 SA5 and HydroFORM A LiteHolder 8 55 55 ADIX908 U8779097 Water wedge 8 50 65 ADIX870 U8775056 Creeping wave probe holder ADIX1129 U8775080 5 40 23 ADIX1325 U8775132 SNW1 8 31 75 55 ADIX1482 U8775165 SNW2 8 31 75 23 5 ADIX1481 U8775164 SNW3 8 31 75 65 Table 4 Yokes continued Part number Item number Wedge compliance ...

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Page 57: ...03 in or 466 2 mm 18 36 in with encoder on the outside Width 263 3 mm 10 36 in Height 147 3 mm 5 80 in Half scanner width 56 6 mm 2 23 in Encoder type Quadrature Encoder resolution 12 steps mm 0 15 steps mm encoder calibration is recommended for every setup Voltage 5 V Current 25 mA maximum Frequency 0 1 5 kHz maximum displacement velocity of 100 mm s 4 in s Table 6 Operating environment specifica...

Page 58: ... 1 Scanner dimensions Relative humidity RH Max 85 RH noncondensing Wet location Yes Altitude Up to 2000 m Outdoor use Yes Pollution level 1 IP rating Waterproof designed to meet IP67 Table 6 Operating environment specifications continued Parameter Value ...

Page 59: ...Figure 7 2 on page 53 contain the pinout for the LEMO connector used on the OmniScan MX2 model Figure 7 2 Encoder pinout Table 7 Required encoder cable adaptor Scanner Connector Instrument OmniScan MX OmniScan MX2 OmniScan SX TomoScan FOCUS LT LEMO from July 2013 onward Omni A ADP27 U8780329 C1 LF BXM 0 3M U8769010 DE15 Prior to July 2013 Omni A2 ADP20 U8775201 Omni A2 ADP20 U8775201 C1 DE15F BXM ...

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Page 61: ... Figure 2 6 Encoder mounting locations 25 Figure 2 7 Probe holder assembly parts 26 Figure 2 8 SLA assembly maintains the contact with the surface to be inspected 27 Figure 2 9 Adjusting the wedge s carbide wear pins 28 Figure 2 10 The screw that holds the yoke on the spring loaded arm SLA 29 Figure 2 11 The hexagonal screw that holds the yoke parts together 30 Figure 2 12 Unscrewing the transduce...

Page 62: ...rch 2014 List of Figures 56 Figure 4 1 Center the inspection area between the probes 41 Figure 6 1 Exploded view 46 Figure 6 2 A and B measurements for yokes 48 Figure 7 1 Scanner dimensions 52 Figure 7 2 Encoder pinout 53 ...

Page 63: ...7 List of Tables Table 1 Content of the rating label 2 Table 2 Ancillary equipment 4 Table 3 Spare parts 46 Table 4 Yokes 48 Table 5 General specifications 51 Table 6 Operating environment specifications 51 Table 7 Required encoder cable adaptor 53 ...

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Page 65: ...ed 7 wedge 31 33 wedge probe assembly 42 CE European Community 11 CE marking 2 cleaning the unit 43 compatible equipment 4 compliance EMC directive 11 components assembly T nuts 35 39 encoder 17 frame 16 frame bar sections 19 handle 16 manifold 18 overview 15 probe holder assembly 15 ruler 19 spring loaded arm 26 T nuts 35 wheels 16 connectors encoder 53 Hypertronics 31 scanner interface pinout 53...

Page 66: ... 53 TomoScan FOCUS LT 53 list spare parts 45 M magnetic wheel warning 17 36 maintenance 43 cleaning the unit 43 preventive 43 manifold 18 outlet pairs connecting unused 38 outlets 18 38 water 18 water intake 18 manual instruction 3 introduction 13 organization 13 modification instrument 7 N NOTE signal word 9 notes attachment ring 37 components assembly T nuts 35 39 couplant 31 33 ferromagnetic ma...

Page 67: ...y probe 31 scanner operation 41 R rating label location 1 number 1 symbols 2 repair instrument 7 replacing conventional probe 28 phased array probe 31 S safety instrument compatibility 7 misuse of instrument 3 precautions 9 signal words 8 symbols 8 scanner dimensions 51 exploded view 45 overview 15 spare parts 45 scanner interface connector pinout 53 serial number 2 encoder 1 setup part 21 signal ...

Page 68: ...etic wheel 17 36 warranty information 11 waste electrical and electronic equipment 11 wedge carbide wear pins 42 adjustment 27 caution 31 33 couplant 31 33 inlets 38 wedge probe assembly See also probe holder assembly caution 42 yokes 27 48 WEEE directive 11 symbol 2 wheels 16 ferromagnetic inspection surface 42 note 36 wing screw definition 26 Y yokes definition 27 models 48 ...

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