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Panther Phased Array Systems

The Panther product range combines speed and performance of phased-array ultrasound technology in a compact format.
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The Panther product range combines speed and performance of phased-array ultrasound technology in a compact format. Targeted towards integrators for inline inspections and laboratories for R&D, Panther products offer a flexible and scalable solution for generic and custom NDT.

REAL-TIME TOTAL FOCUSING METHOD (TFM) FOR HIGH SPEED INSPECTION

Recognized amongst the highest-resolution PAUT techniques, TFM is natively implemented on Panther. Combined with unparalleled data throughput, Panther offers faster imaging of larger inspection zones for easier evaluation.

COMPACT, RUGGED & SCALABLE

From 32:128 to 2048:2048 configurations, Panther compact units are scalable for automated inspection. With up to 16 units used in parallel, Panther offers a substantial increase in inspection speed.
• Unlimited number of probes
• Unlimited number of groups
• Up 13k+ focal laws
Panther is IP54. Its casing has external fans for optimized heat dissipation with no air intake.

FASTEST DATA THROUGHPUT

Uniquely equipped with a 320MB/s high-speed link, Panther offers the fastest data throughput of the market.

ADVANCED PHASED-ARRAY MODES

The CIVA-based Acquire monitoring software and its extensive SDK allow managing fast industrial modes and advanced laboratory configurations:
• 3D CAD configuration and rendering
• LINEAR, MATRIX, DLA, DMA, DAISY, ANNULAR, SECTORIAL probes
• PE, TOFD, PAUT, FMC, PWI, TFM Imaging techniques
• FAST modes
• SAUL modes
• Adaptive TFM modes
• 3D real-time imaging

Contact us to find out more about the Panther product range or any of our other Phased Array NDT equipment, or request a quote online.

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Specification

GENERAL

L x W x H:

300mm x 220mm x 155mm

Weight:

6kg

Operating temperature range:

from -10°C to 50°C | 14°F to 120°F

IP54

Storage temperature range:

-10°C to 60°C | 14°F to 140°F

Power supply:

240V50Hz – 110V/60Hz

PHASED-ARRAY

Linear scanning, sectorial scanning, parallel shooting, ultrafast mixed modes

Linear, Matrix, DLA and DMA, Annular and Daisy probes

Maximum active aperture:

2048 channels (with 16 Panther units)

Unlimited probe number | No group limitation | Up to 13100 focal laws

Delay-law computation for standard and parametric components (plates, pipes, TKY junctions, nozzle, elbows, turbine blades…) as well as 2D and 3D CAD

Focusing mode:

true depth, sound path, projection

REAL-TIME TFM, FMC, PWI

Reconstruction channels:

up to 128

Max number of pixels for the reconstructed image:

more than 1 Million

Max refresh rate:

up to 500fps (depends on the pixel numbers)

Multiple Sound paths:

direct (L or S), indirect and converted modes, Modes superposition

PULSERS

128 phased-array channels*:

Bipolar square pulse, width: 30ns to 2000ns

Voltage amplitude: max 180V with 1V step

Max. PRF: up to 40kHz

RECEIVERS

128 phased-array channels*:

Input impedance: 50 Ω
Gain: up to 120dB (0.1dB step)
Frequency range: 0.4 to 20MHz
Cross-talk between two channels < 50 dB
Max. input signal: 1.8Vpp
Ultralow noise amplifier

DIGITIZER

Digitizing and real-time summation on 128 channels

Resolution:

14bit

Dynamic:

16bit

IIR filters

Max. sampling frequency:

125 MHz

Rectified, RF, envelope

Digitizing depth:

up to 16k points

Max delay:

1.6 ms

Max A-scan range:

65k points

ACQUISITION

A-Scan/Peak data recording

800% amplitude range

High speed FMC recording (320 MB/s)

Inspection data file size:

hard drive limitation

Acquisition trigger on time, event, encoder

Data transfer through USB3

WIZARDS

CAD overlay and 3D view

Amplitude balancing

Real-time phased array calculator

Probe design | Weld geometry design

Wedge calibration (angle, height)

Amplitude calibration (TCG, DAC)

Part geometry with parametric shapes (plates, cylinders, Butt Welds, T K & Y welds, elbow, blade, nozzles,…), 2D and 3D CAD

ANALYSIS

Powerful CIVA Analysis© and EnlightTM software with analysis and reporting tools

Amplitude range:

up to 800%

A-Scan, B-Scan, C-Scan, D-Scan, Echodynamic, Top – Side – Front views

CAD part geometry:

plate, cylinder, T or Y section, nozzle

3D view, Analysis gates

CAD butt weld geometry

Post-processing of TFM reconstruction of recorded FMC/PWI data acquisition processing in CAD geometry

Customizable inspection report

I-O

1 IPEX connector for phased-array (can be upgraded to 2 with splitter)

1 fiber optic port

4 Lemo 00 | 3 encoder inputs

1 external trigger

1 USB 3.0 high speed link

1 ultra high speed summation port (for summation between modules)

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