PCWI DC15IND Compact 15kV DC Porosity Detector Industrial Kit
PCWI DC15IND Compact 15kV DC Porosity Detector Industrial Kit
Item Number: DC15IND
Packaging Unit: 1 / each
PCWI DC15IND Compact 15kV DC Porosity Detector Industrial Kit for detecting coating porosity / pinholes / holidays in dielectric, insulation type coatings on conductive substrates, including concrete
Uses high voltage continuous DC up to 15kV to locate holes / holidays / pinholes / flaws / porosities and other defects in paint, membranes, liners and other coatings on conductive substrates
Includes everything needed to start testing inlcuding instrument, battery, handle, extension rod, 250mm flat brush, fan brush, earth lead and more in durable hard case
Extensive range of flat brushes, pipe brushes, coils, earth leads and other accessories avaialable
NATA Traceable Certificate of Calibration included with each detector
PCWI Compact Porosity Detectors find holes and other flaws in coating systems. Also known as Holiday Detectors, Spark Testers, Jeepers, Porosimeters or Pinhole Detectors, this critically important step in the coating inspection process ensures the integrity of the coating.
Designed and manufactured by PCWI in Australia, exported to the world. Available globally in four kit configurations. Contact your nearest distributor: PCWI Distributors.
Applications
Uses a high voltage electric potential to detect pin holes / flaws and other defects in insulative coatings on conductive substrates
Extensive range of rolling spring coil electrodes, flat brush, external and internal brush electrodes available
For tanks, pipelines, valves, membranes, piles, bridges, wharfs, ships and more
Suits industries including Oil, Gas, Water, Shipping, Defence, Aerospace, Mining, Manufacturing, Chemicals and more
Conforms to AS3894.1-2002 (R2013) and Nace Standards: SP0490-2007; SP0274-2011 & SP0188-2006
For coating inspectors, applicators, industrial, infrastructure, manufacturing, process control, quality assurance
Models and Specifications
DC15IND Kit includes:
Everything needed to start testing out of the box:
DC15 Compact Porosity Detector
1x BATTLIFEPO4 clip on lithium battery with universal charger
Probe handle / wand with 2m cable
7m earth lead with heavy duty aligator clamp
120mm fan brush and 250mm flat brush with flat brush connector
450mm brush extension rod
Shoulder and waist harness
Air operated earphones
ABS carry case
Manufacturers calibration certificate traceable to NATA
Instructions
One year warranty
Available in 4 off the shelf kit configurations:
Kit Variant
DC15IND
DC30IND
DC15PIPE
DC30PIPE
Description
Compact 15kV DC Porosity Detector Industrial Kit
Compact 30kV DC Porosity Detector Industrial Kit
Compact 15kV DC Porosity Detector Pipeline Kit
Compact 30kV DC Porosity Detector Pipeline Kit
Voltage Range
0 - 15kV Continuous DC
0 - 30kV Continuous DC
0 - 15kV Continuous DC
0 - 30kV Continuous DC
Application
Flat Surfaces, Detail Work
Pipes, Detail Work
Brushes and Coils
250mm Flat brush and fan brush included Other sizes avaialble
Fan brush included Coil or Pipe brush required
Resolution
10V
Power Supply
LiFePO4 Clip-on
Typical Battery Life
9 hours at 10kV output Varies by coating/brush and coils size and environmental condictions
Operating Temperature
0 to 60°C
Alarm
Audible Buzzer, Visual Indicator, Air operated Earphones
Display
LCD
Detector Dimensions
260 x 160 x 70 mm
Case Dimensions
440 x 365 x 145 mm
Unit Weight
0.85kg without battery / 1.45kg with battery
Kit Weight
5.1kg (IND Kits) / 5.4kg (PIPE Kits)
Calibration and Service:
PCWI can service and calibrate your PCWI Porosity Detector in Asustralia. Contact us to arrange a quote. Spare parts are avaialable.
For international customers please contact your nearest distributor to arrange servicing.
Calibration Interval: We recommend that customers establish calibration intervals based upon their own experience,
work environment and quality procedures. Based on our product knowledge, data and customer feedback, a one year calibration interval is a good starting point.
Training and Support:
PCWI can step you through every aspect of your detector to ensure accurate and reliable measurements.
We offer support by phone, email or video call to suit you.
All parts including those not listed here are avaialble from PCWI. Contact us for details.
Warranty:
PCWI Porosity Detectors are covered by 1 year warranty. Accessories are covered by a 3 month warranty.
Global Sourcing:
View our distributor list to find your nearest supplier: PCWI Distributors
Features
Simple
The kit includes everything needed to test out of the box - no additional parts required
Easy 'on and go' setup. Turn it on, set the voltage and sensitivity and the device is ready to test
No push button menus or settings to adjust
Light wight handle on 2m cable reduces fatigue and allows all day use
PCWI Tips
PCWI reccomend that you carefully check your detector prior to each use for any damage / wear and tear then verify it's output with a PCWI DC Crest Meter: DCCREST
Always verify the detector is working on an uncoated section or the earthing connection point
If possible test on a known or introduced pinhole/flaw in the coating to ensure the sensitivity is correctly set
Use a DFT gauge to check the dry film thickness and set the detector volgate according to your test standard
Earthing
This porosity detectory must be earthed to both the item under test and to ground
Incorrect or incomplete earthing may lead to damage to the device
Where the item to be tested is not earthed to ground, a ground spike must be attached
7m and 10m earth leads are available off the shelf along with clamps and clips. PCWI can make earth leads up to 50m. Please contact us about your specific requirements
Trailing earth leads are avaialiable in 10m, 15m and 28m lengths
PCWI manufacture a full range of flat brush electrodes to suit PCWI and other holiday detectors: PCWI Flat Brushes
PCWI manufacture a full range of pipe brush electrodes to suit PCWI and other holiday detectors: PCWI Pipe Brushes
We carry Flat Brushes in stock and make to order Pipe Brushes with a typcial lead time of 5-7 days
We can make custom sizes to suit your application. Please contact us about your specific requirements
Coils
PCWI manufacture a full range of spring coil electrodes to suit PCWI and other holiday detectors: PCWI Coils
We carry common sizes in stock and make to order other sizes with a typcial lead time of 2 days
A coil joiner is required to use PCWI coils (one is included in PIPE kits): COILJOINERONLY
We can make custom sizes to suit your application. Please contact us about your specific requirements
Other Resources
Videos:
These YouTube videos, while aged, were prepared and presented by the founder of PCWI and contain a wealth of information relevant and helpful in understanding and executing porosity testing.
PCWI manufactures coating inspection equipment in Adelaide, Australia supplying globally through our network of distributors. Contact us for any questions or support on PCWI products.