DC Battery-powered Electromagnetic Yoke
The Y-8 is a battery-powered, DC electromagnetic yoke designed to stand up to the most rugged applications. True portability for magnetic particle inspection in the field and remote locations is achieved through a compact battery pack which provides a full 8-hour shift of inspection power.
FEATURES
• Sealed, durable construction
• Chemical and abrasion resistant
• True portability with compact battery pack
• Exceeds ASTM lifting specifications
• Individual serial number on each yoke
• Articulated, double-jointed legs
• Solid state controls for maximum safety and reliability
APPLICATIONS
Defect location: Subsurface (and some surface)
Ideal for:
• Field testing
• In-service inspections
• Demanding environments
• Remote sites
Defect examples:
• Inclusions
• Seams
• Tears
• Laps
• Welding slag
• Grinding cracks
• Quenching cracks
SPECIFICATION COMPLIANCE
• ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
Section V, Article 7
• ASTM E709
• ASTM E1444
All our Y8 yokes carry the CE mark and conform to the appropriate European Union directives.
PRODUCT PROPERTIES
Weight
Yoke: 3.8 Kg
Battery: 2.2 Kg
Charger: 1.3 Kg.
Leg Span
25 - 250 mm
Duty Cycle
33%, max on time is 20 seconds
AC voltage
230 V*
DCvoltage
60 V
Frequency
50/60 Hz
Current draw
(AC) 1.5 A
USER RECOMMENDATIONS
NDT Method
Magnetic Particle Testing
Accessories
Magnetic Indicator Strips (008M004, 008M005)
Certified Test Weights (026T018A, 026T018B)
Polysray (004G004)
Powder Dispenser (008D003)
PART NUMBER
001Y024
Supplied with battery, battery charger (see photo
below) and battery carry case.