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Standard X-Probe® for Inspection of TS, TTS, and Full-Length Tubes, Including U-Bends

Low Row X-Probe® for Inspection of Row 1, 2, and 3 U-Bends
Zetec's X-Probe®: Proven technology for fast, "One-Pass" inspections
For nuclear power plant steam generator tubes, Zetec's X-Probe design uses a combination of bobbin and array technologies to provide quick, simple, and comprehensive "One-Pass" inspections. Inspection strategies using the more efficient X-Probe technique have successfully proven to replace the need for the conventional bobbin with follow up diagnostic MRPC testing approach. On new steam generators, X-Probes are extremely effective for establishing a more conclusive pre-service inspection baseline which can be used for future inspection comparisons and better plant condition monitoring.
 
The evolution of the eddy current probe has culminated in the advanced X-Probe® array. The X-Probe incorporates multiple bracelets of pancake coils in a dense pattern and takes advantage of sophisticated multiplexing techniques within the head of the probe. Teamed with advanced Zetec software and instrumentation, the X-Probe delivers a high-speed and high-quality inspection. Already deployed throughout the world, the X-Probe is available in a variety of standard sizes and configurations.
 
[fig. 1] Standard X-Probe® for Inspection of TS, TTS, and Full-Length Tubes, Including U-Bends
 
[fig. 2] Low Row X-Probe® for Inspection of Row 1, 2, and 3 U-Bends
 

Key Features:
  • High-resolution output at bobbin probe speed
  • Excellent axial and circumferential detection
  • Standard full length and low row U-bend configurations
  • Available with bobbin and array sensors integrated within a single probe
  • Advanced omni-directional transmit/receive array sensor technology
  • Durable, flexible and scaleable non-surface riding sensor modules
     
    Current Appendix H Qualifications
  • ETSS 20400.1, 20400.2: X-Probe OD circumferential indications at expansion transitions
  • ETSS 20402.1, 20402.2: X-Probe OD axial indications at support structures
  • ETSS 20403.1, 20403.2: X-Probe OD axial indications in free span
  • ETSS 20500.1, 20500.2: X-Probe circumferential PWSCC 0.054 in. at expansion transitions
  • ETSS 20501.1, 20501.2: X-Probe axial PWSCC 0.054 in. at expansion transitions
  • ETSS 20502.1, 20502.2: X-Probe axial PWSCC at <2V dented supports
  • ETSS 23513.1, 23513.2, 23513.3: X-Probe detection of axial and circumferential
        PWSCC in low-row U-bend regions
  • ETSS 24998.1: X-Probe detection & sizing of pitting, free-span in the presence of copper deposits
     
    Additional Information & Purchase
    X-Probe Data Sheet PDF
    Implementation Experiences PDF
    Performance Demonstration PDF
    Recent Deployments PDF
    EPRI Reference
    Argonne National Lab Reference
    X-Probe Advertisement PDF
    Email us for current pricing and ordering information.
     
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