Testing Machines Equipment

E70s - Multichannel Electronic for Non Destructive Test by Eddy Current Probes

The development of the new generation electronic E70s represents a significant step forward for the solution of complex applications which require the use of a large number of sensors.

With the wide modularity offered by the system, it is possible to configure measuring solutions from a minimum of two channels to a maximum of twelve, further expandable by means of external multiplexers.

The system is able to store up to 256 setting parameters for each one of the 12 sensors. These can be directly connected to the E70s, thus allowing extensive tests for every kind of part that needs to be checked.

A wide range of hardware configurations can suit specific applications. The E70s is available with local or remote operator panels, providing various mounting solutions.

With the new E70s, and a mechanical structure properly designed,today it is possible to verify the surface integrity of parts having a wide surface to be checked, in automatic mode at 100% in the production line.

Conventional Rockwell Hardness Testing Equipment for Shaft Like Parts

The new Marposs hardness measuring fork has been conceived for an easier and more friendly use on the shop floor environment. Its wide inspection range allows testing all the crankshaft’s families without any kind of mechanical tooling, thus completing the HRC inspection of all pins and journals within few minutes.

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Automatic testing equipment for surface defects

Problem Description

Camshafts for automobile engines are manufactured using a variety of methods.
They can cause a variety of quality defects, such as:
- porosity;
- hardness cracks;
- casting shrinkage, cavities and holes;
- missing material.

Subsequent grinding can also cause cracks or grinding burns (soft spots). They are caused by variations during grinding operations such as changes in grinding speed, changes in grinding wheel/workpiece position and by the effects of the coolant used.
In the past, attempts to automate test procedures have often failed.

Solution

Complex geometry’s such as camlobes can now be easily tested with standard Marposs N.D. probes.
The Marposs N.D. inspection method is based on the Eddy Current technology.
It is the only method capable of performing N.D. inspections automatically. For this reason, it can be easily installed into a production line for 100% inspection.
The traditional testing procedure, which is usually performed with magnetic powder and/or human evaluation, can be now reduced in terms of inspection time and overall cost.
Cracks as small as 100 microns in depth can be detected, dependent upon the surface finishing and material homogeneity.

Automatic N.D. Testing System

The parts are automatically loaded into the Marposs machine for simultaneous inspection of camlobes and journals.
The probes are equipped with diamond shoes and mounted on followers, which always keep them in touch with the lobe surface.

Minimum Cycle Time: 10 seconds.
Reject parts are automatically segregated.
Detectable Defect
The inspection equipments can detect the following defects:
- porosity;
- cracks;
- missing material;
- blow holes;
- nick and marks;
- grinding burns.

Application for the simultaneous inspection of 10 camlobes and 6 journals (16 probes total)
Automatic measuring trigger on the camlobe’s chamfer machine cycle time: 16 seconds

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Thanks to the combination of two technologies, the pneumatic and the Eddy Current, it is now possible to perform both the dimensional test and the Non Destructive one on the cylinder bore with the same testing plug.

This equipment is used along with the E9066N FLAT PANEL and/or the E70s electronic unit.

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Non-destructive checks (ND) are performed in order to detect surface or structural defects in a part without changing its physical condition.

In modern production systems it is indispensable to automate non-destructive checks, not only due to stricter quality standards, but above all because the failure of a mechanical component may affect the user’s safety.

Checking the surface defects of parts (such as cracks, porosity, etc.), the structure of the material and the hardness and depth of hardening, the eddy-current technology offers a testing speed that is higher than that of any other technology in the area of non-destructive checks.

Operating Principle

When a solenoid charged by alternating current (control sensor) is moved close to a conducting material (part to be checked), the alternating magnetic field creates a mutual-induction current on the part.
This induced current generates a secondary magnetic field that induces a current in the coil. The impedance of this coil may be affected by differences in the structure of the material, by the hardness of the material, the depth of the hardening or the presence of cracks or pores.

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