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ULTRASONIC FLAW DETECTOR

EPOCH 600

• CompactandRugged

• VividVGADisplay

• IntuitiveInterface

• EN12668-1Compliant

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EPOCH 600 Ultrasonic Flaw Detector:Economical Size, Quality Performance

The EPOCH 600 Digital Ultrasonic Flaw Detector combinesOlympus’ industry leading conventional faw detection capabili-ties with the eciency o a highly portable, intuitive instrument.The EPOCH 600 faw detector’s blend o ecient menus anddirect access keys allows you to take advantage o the highest

quality faw detection platorm with exceptional ease o use.

The large, ull VGA transfective display combined with ourpatent-pending digital high dynamic range receiver provides astable, striking A-scan representation in any lighting condition.Available in two hardware congurations, the EPOCH 600 oersyou the choice to adjust parameters with a knob or with a naviga-tion area on the keypad. The EPOCH 600 is designed to meet therequirements o EN12668-1 and allows a ull range o standardand optional faw detection eatures. The rugged, ergonomicdesign allows use in nearly any inspection environment, while thefexible PerectSquare™ pulser and digital ltering capabilities cantackle nearly any application.

Key Features

■■ Designed■to■meet■the■requirements■of■EN12668-1

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PerfectSquare™

■tunable■square■wave■pulser

■■ Digital■high■dynamic■range■receiver

■■ Eight■digital■lters■for■enhanced■signal-to-noise■ratio

■■ 2■kHz■PRF■for■rapid■scanning

■■ Knob■or■navigation■pad■adjustment■congurations

■■ Large,■full■VGA■sunlight■readable■display

■■ Long■battery■life,■supporting■lithium-ion■or■alkaline■batteries

■■ Standard■dynamic■DAC/TVG■and■onboard■DGS/AVG■

■■ 2■GB■MicroSD■memory■card■for■data■transfers■and■storage

■■ USB■On-The-Go■(OTG)■for■PC■communication■and■direct■printing

■■ Alarm■and■VGA■outputs

■■ Optional■analog■output

Economy with QualityThe EPOCH 600 combines the eciency o a basic faw detectorwith the quality o Olympus’ most powerul ully digital ultrasonicinstruments. A ull range o dynamic, reliable inspection eaturesare packaged with economy o size and ease o use. This optimalbalance brings powerul faw detection eatures within reach o any level o inspector.

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The EPOCH 600 design is ocused on providing a very high levelo faw detection with the simplicity o a basic instrument. TheEPOCH 600 is designed to be ergonomic, intuitive, and practicalor both experienced and novice ultrasonic inspectors.

Intuitive User InterfaceThe EPOCH 600 user interace is based on the industry approvedEPOCH 1000 Series imaging faw detector. The EPOCH 600

combines a simple menu structure or instrument settings,calibration and sotware eature adjustment, with the EPOCHbrand’s hallmark direct-access key approach or critical inspectionunctions such as gain and gate adjustment, screen reeze, andle save. Supported in multiple languages, the EPOCH 600 userinterace is intuitive or any level o operator.

Portable Design for All Inspection EnvironmentsThe EPOCH 600 is designed or use in nearly any inspectionenvironment, rom bench top testing in a laboratory to extremeoutdoor and hazardous conditions. Designed or IP rating in eitherknob (IP66) or navigation pad (IP67) congurations, and testedto very high environmental and reliability standards, the EPOCH600 allows users in any inspection environment to eel condentin both the perormance and durability o the instrument. Theinstrument is tested or vibration, shock, explosive atmosphere,and wide temperature ranges. And with a battery lie to exceed12 hours, the EPOCH 600 is the perect solution or remoteinspection locations.

Simple and Durable Operation

Vibrant Full VGA Display

The EPOCH 600 eatures a ull VGA (640 x 480 pixels) resolu-tion display. The horizontal design o the EPOCH 600 optimizesthe A-scan size and readability on this high quality display. Builtwith transfective technology, this VGA display provides excel-lent clarity in indoor, low lighting conditions using its powerulbacklight, as well as in direct sunlight by using the ambient lightas a pseudo-backlight.

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The EPOCH 600 provides excellent quality ultrasonic peror-mance. Based on the same digital architecture as the EPOCH XT,LTC and EPOCH 1000 Series, the EPOCH 600 provides fexible,powerul pulsing and receiving eatures to accommodate theneeds o most faw detection inspections.

Pulser/Receiver

The EPOCH 600 comes standards with powerul faw detectioncapabilities, such as:

• PerectSquare™ tunable square wave pulser• Digital high dynamic range receiver• Eight 100% digital lter sets• Auto or manually adjustable PRF rom 10 Hz to 2000 Hz• Pulser voltage rom 100 V to 400 V• Amplitude resolution to ± 0.25%• Five customizable digital measurements

Optimized Access to Powerful Features

KnobThe adjustment knob on the EPOCH600 is used along with the CHECKand ESC keys to adjust parametervalues in either coarse or ne incre-

ments. You have the ability to lockthe knob to prevent accidental pa-rameter value changes during an in-spection. This conguration providessmooth value slewing or customerswho preer adjusting parameters us-ing a knob. The knob congurationis designed to meet the requirementso IP66.

Navigation PadThe EPOCH 600 navigation pad is ahallmark eature o the EPOCH fawdetectors. The up and down arrowson the navigation pad are used or

coarse parameter adjustment, andthe let and right arrows or neadjustment. The navigation pad alsocontains additional unctions andrequently used parameters such asgain, save, and the CHECK and ESCkeys. The navigation pad congura-tion is designed to meet the require-ments o IP67.

Navigation You Are Comfortable WithIn order to accommodate dierent user needs and preerences, the EPOCH 600 is available intwo hardware congurations: one with an adjustment knob and the other with a navigation areaon the keypad. The adjustment knob and the arrow keys on the navigation pad are responsible orparameter adjustment and value slewing.

Standard Software Features

Dynamic DAC/TVG: Calculates signal amplitude as a percent-age or decibel level compared to a DAC curve or a reerenceecho amplitude xed at a time-varied gain. DAC versions includeASME, ASME 3, JIS, and Custom. Also includes several key ea-tures: dynamically adjustable DAC curves, switchable DAC andTVG views, and custom DAC warning curves.

DGS/AVG: This faw sizing technique allows echo signals to beevaluated with a DGS/AVG diagram associated to a particulartype o probe and material. The DGS/AVG diagram illustrates therelationships between echo height, faw size, and distance romthe transducer.

Curved surface correction: Corrects sound path inormation whenusing an angle beam transducer to circumerentially inspect acurved surace or either tubular or bar inspections.

EPOCH 600 Echo to Echo with Gate Tracking

EPOCH 600 Dynamic DAC/TVG Feature

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Optional Software Features

AWS D1.1 and D1.5: Provides a dynamic refector indicationrating or various AWS weld inspection applications. This allowsmore ecient inspections by eliminating manual calculations.

Template Storage: Allows on-screen comparison o a livewaveorm with a saved reerence waveorm. Saved templates canbe dynamically toggled on and o with a single key press or ast

waveorm comparison. Gain adjustment eature allows eachsaved template a unique base gain or inspections requiringvarying sensitivity levels. Excellent or spotweld analysis and otherapplications.

API 5UE: Allows deect sizing according to API RecommendedPractice 5UE. Uses the Amplitude Distance Dierential Technique(ADDT) to measure the size o potential deects during the prove-up process o OCTG pipe. The measurement process is simpleand repeatable since all ADDT variables are captured rom a PeakMemory envelope.

Waveform Averaging: This eature allows the live A-scan view torepresent an average o successively acquired A-scans. Waveormaveraging improves signal-to-noise ratio when static faws are

detected. Averaging in 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X, and 32X.

Versatility Through Optional Performance

EPOCH 600 Dynamic DGS/AVG Feature

EPOCH 600 Template Storage Feature

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GageView™ Pro

The EPOCH 600 is ully compatible with our PC interace pro-gram, GageView™ Pro. You can download inspection data, reviewmeasurements on a PC, export measurements and calibrationdata to common spreadsheet programs, back up calibration andinspection data rom the instrument, and perorm basic operationssuch as instrument rmware upgrades and screen captures.

Data Management

The EPOCH 600 allows several methods o storing, archiving andreporting inspection and calibration data. The instrument eaturesup to 50,000 points o onboard memory, augmented by an ad-ditional 2 GB o removable memory. It is also ully compatiblewith Olympus NDT’s PC interace program, GageView™ Pro. Withquick le setup unctions and fexible data management, loggingand reporting inspection data is simple and ecient.

Data Logging and PC InterfacingData Logger

The EPOCH 600 eatures on onboard data logger or calibrationand inspection le storage. The instrument comes standard withtwo primary les types: calibration (CAL) and incremental (INC)les. CAL les allows you to save a virtually unlimited number o parameter setups or ast and easy recall to live settings. INC lesstore multiple pieces o inspection data under a single le nameor downloading and reporting by inspection.

The onboard data logger can be enhanced to eature ull corro-sion-style data logger le types through the Expanded Dataloggersotware option. This option includes the ollowing data le types:sequential, sequential with custom point, 2-D grid, 2-D grid withcustom point, 3-D grid, boiler, 2-D EPRI.

MicroSD and Printing

The EPOCH 600 utilizes 2 GB MicroSD memory cards or bothonboard and removable memory. Through removable memory,you are able to store screen images in bitmap ormat or easyreporting, as well as exporting current or saved measurement andcalibration data in .csv ormat. A second 2 GB MicroSD card ismounted to the PC board inside the instrument, and is respon-

sible or all onboard data storage. In the event the instrument isdamaged beyond repair, this MicroSD card can be removed at anauthorized service center, allowing the operator to recover criticaldata rom the damaged instrument.

Along with removable memory, the EPOCH 600 is compatiblewith PCL5 USB printers. This allows you to print inspectionreports directly rom the unit in the eld without the need or a PCor external memory card reader.

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Physical Features

The EPOCH 600 is a lightweight, portable faw detector built tobe rugged and fexible or nearly any inspection. Some key physi-cal eatures include:

• Large, ull VGA resolution transfective display or vivid clarityin any indoor lighting and direct sunlight conditions

• Rubber overmolded bumpers on all our corners or shockabsorption and anti-marring considerations

• Four-point harness connection or chest straps• “No tools” access to battery compartment and side I/O door• Continuous position stand with right angle crook or improved

stability rom 0 to 180 degrees• Gasketed side door or USB OTG connection and removable

memory• Standard internal, rechargeable lithium-ion battery• Standard AA battery tray or extended portable use• Lightweight, ergonomic design or increased portability and

ease o use

Portable, Rugged, and Ergonomic

Standard Package• EPOCH 600 Digital ultrasonic faw detector, AC or battery

operation

• Charger/AC adapter (100 VAC, 115 VAC, 230 VAC ,50 Hz or 60 Hz)• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery• AA battery tray• Transport case• Basic operation user’s manual• Quick reerence card• Comprehensive operation manual (CD)• One-year limited warranty

Physical Features – RearA – USB On-The-Go portB – MicroSD cardC – DC power connectorD – VGA portE – RS-232/Alarm portF – Transducer connectors (2)

G – Battery doorH – Pipe stand

The EPOCH Flaw Detector Family: The EPOCH faw detector lineeatures vertical and horizontal layout instruments that span therange o inspection capabilities rom basic to advanced.The EPOCH 600 and EPOCH 1000 Series faw detectors eaturehorizontal layout instruments or enlarged A-scan and imagerepresentation in a portable ormat, and provide an exceptionallyhigh quality o digital faw detection technology.

Instrument Inputs/Outputs

USB ports USB On-The-Go (OTG)

RS-232 port YesVideo output VGA output standard

Analog output1 analog output (optional), Selectable 1 V/10 V FullScale, 4 mA max

Digital output 3 alarm outputs, 5 V TTL, 10 mA

Warranty 1 year limited

Environmental Ratings

IP rating

Designed to meet the standards o the Ingress Protec-tion (IP) rating number IP67 (navigation pad version)or IP66 (knob version) per IEC 60529-2004 (Degreeso Protection provided by enclosures – IP Code).The product design was conrmed to meet the IPrating by means o Olympus NDT’s internal designverication test process that occurs prior to the releaseo the product to production.

Explosive atmosphereSae operation as dened by Class I, Division 2,Group D, as dened in the National Fire ProtectionAssociation Code (NFPA 70), Article 500, and testedusing MIL-STD-810F, Method 511.4, Procedure I.

Shock testedMIL-STD-810F, Method 516.5 Procedure I,6 cycles each axis, 15 g , 11 ms hal sine.

Vibration testedMIL-STD-810F, Method 514.5, Procedure I, Annex C,Figure 6, general exposure: 1 hour each axis

Operating temperature –10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F)

Battery storage temperature 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)

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EPOCH 600 Specications*Software Options

EP600-AWS (U8140147): AWS D1.1/D1.5 Weld Rating

EP600-TEMPLATE (U8140148):Template Storage

EP600-API5UE (U8140149):API 5UE Flaw Sizing

EP600-XDATA (U8140150):Expanded Data Logger File Types

EP600-AVERAGING (U8140151):Waveorm Averaging

Optional Accessories

600-BAT-L (U8760056): Rechargeablelithium-ion battery

600-BAT-AA (U8780295): AA battery tray

EP4/CH (U8140055): Chest harness

600-TC (U8780294): Transport case

EPLTC-C-USB-A-6 (U8840031):USB host cable to PC

EPLTC-C-USB-B-6 (U8840033):USB client cable to printer

600-C-RS232-5 (U8780299):RS232 communication cable

EP1000-C-9OUT-6 (U8779017):Alarm output cable

600-C-VGA-5 (U8780298):VGA output cable

MICROSD-ADP-2GB (U8779307):2 GB MicroSD memory card

GeneralOverall dimensions (W x H x D) 236 mm x 167 mm x 70 mm (9.3 in. x 6.57 in. x 2.76 in.)

Weight 1.68 kg (3.72 lb), including lithium-ion battery

Keypad English, International, Japanese, Chinese

Languages English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese

Transducer connections BNC or Number 1 LEMO

Data storage 50,000 IDs onboard, removable 2 GB MicroSD card (standard)

Battery type Single lithium-ion rechargeable standard

Battery lie 12 h to 13 h (lithium-ion), 3 h (alkaline)

Power requirements AC Mains: 100 VAC to120 VAC, 200 VAC to240 VAC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz

Display type Full VGA (640 x 480 pixels) transfective color LCD, 60 Hz update rateDisplay dimensions (W x H, Diag.) 117 mm x 89 mm, 146 mm (4.62 in. x 3.49 in., 5.76 in.)

PulserPulser Tunable Square Wave

PRF 10 Hz to 2000 Hz in 10 Hz increments

Energy settings 100 V, 200 V, 300 V or 400 V

Pulse width Adjustable rom 25 ns to 5,000 ns (0.1 MHz) with PerectSquare™ technology

Damping 50, 100, 200, 400 Ω

ReceiverGain 0 to 110 dB

Maximum input signal 20 V p-p

Receiver input impedance 400 Ω ± 5%

Receiver bandwidth 0.2 MHz to 26.5 MHz at –3 dB

Digital lter settingsEight digital lter sets standard (0.2-10 MHz, 2.0-21.5 MHz, 8.0-26.5 MHz,

0.5-4 MHz, 0.2-1.2 MHz, 1.5-8.5 MHz, 5-15 MHz, DC-10 MHz)Rectication Full-wave, Positive Hal-wave, Negative Hal-wave, RF

System linearity Horizontal : ± 0.2% FSW

Vertical linearity 0.25% FSH, amplier accuracy ± 1dB

Reject 0 to 80% FSH with Visual Warning

Amplitude measurement 0 to 110% ull screen height with 0.25% resolution

Measurement rate Equivalent to PRF in all modes

Calibration

Automated calibrationVelocity, Zero OsetStraight Beam (First Backwall or Echo-to-Echo)Angle Beam (Soundpath or Depth)

Test modes Pulse Echo, Dual, or Through Transmission

Units Millimeters, inches, or microseconds

Range 1 mm to 10,160 mm (0.039 in. to 400 in.)

Velocity 635 m/s to 15240 m/s (0.0250 in./µs to 0.6000 in./µs)

Zero oset 0 to 750 µsDisplay delay –59 mm to 25400 mm (–2.323 in. to 1000 in.)

Reracted angle 0° to 85° in 0.1° increments

GatesMeasurement gates 2 ul ly independent gates or amplitude and TOF measurements

Gate start Variable over entire displayed range

Gate width Variable rom Gate Start to end o displayed range

Gate height Variable rom 2 to 95% ull screen height

Alarms Positive and Negative Threshold, Minimum Depth (Gate 1 and Gate 2)

MeasurementsMeasurement display locations 5 locations available (manual or auto selection)

Gate 1Thickness, Soundpath, Projection, Depth, Amplitude, Time-O-Flight,Min./Max. Depth, Min./Max. Amplitude

Gate 2 Same as Gate 1

Echo-to-Echo Standard Gate 2-Gate 1

Other measurementsOvershoot (dB) value or DGS/AVG, ERS (equivalent refector size) orDGS/AVG, AWS D1.1/D1.5 rating (D), Reject Value

DAC/TVG Standard

DAC points Up to 50 points, 110 dB dynamic range

Special DAC modes Custom DAC (up to 6 curves)

Curved surace correction Standard OD or Bar correction or Angle Beam measurements

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