Cygnus Instruments Ltd

Cygnus Instruments Ltd is the leading manufacturer of multiple-echo ultrasonic thickness gauges used for measuring metal thickness without the need to remove protective coatings which would lead to further deterioration of the material being tested.

Cygnus offers a range of surface and underwater thickness gauges which includes, but not limited to: ATEX approved intrinsically safe gauge for use in Zone 0, Zone 1 hazardous areas and requires no plant shutdown or hot work permit; diver wrist-mountable data logging gauge with a large bright AMOLED A-scan display; ROV mountable unit depth rated to 2,000 meters with optional probe handling solutions.

Following extensive market research and product development, Cygnus' latest range of surface ultrasonic thickness gauges incorporates three versatile measuring modes in just one unit - the trusted multiple-echo technique for accurate readings through coatings up to 20 mm thick as well as single-echo and echo-echo measuring modes for surfaces with heavy back wall pitting.

Built to be extremely rugged and tested to Mil STD 810G environmental standards, the latest range of gauges can withstand being dropped, submerged in water and are sealed from the ingress of dust.

Cygnus also manufacture an ultrasonic hatch cover leak detector for testing weather tightness of cargo hold hatch covers and door seals which has been type approved and is accepted by P&I clubs.