The Ultraprobe 100 is a reliable and cost-effective ultrasound instrument. This instrument is an easy-to-use ultrasonic leak detector for compressed air leaks and steam traps and valve tester that can save your facility time, energy, and money. Since the Ultraprobe 100 requires minimal training, it is the perfect introduction tool for any inspector beginning to implement an ultrasound program in their facility.
Easy-to-Use
Cost Effective and Efficient
8-position sensitivity dial with dB indications
LED bar graph display for calculating dB levels
Replaceable 9 Volt Alkaline Battery
Piping Material Features Comparison |
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Piping Features | Stainless Steel(Type 304L) | Mild Steel | Blue anodized Aluminum Alloy |
Weight (Dia 6inch, Length 6m) | 127.2 | 169.6 | 29.142 |
Corrosion Resistant | Yes | No | Yes(100%) |
Pressure drop (Dia 2 inch Length= 20m,Airflow=3 cubic metres/Minute, Pressure=10 bar) | 0.25 | 0.4 Bar | 0.1 |
Energy Efficiency | High | Low-moderate | High( Potential Cost savings of 34%) |
Mechanical Strength | Very Strong | Very Strong | Strong |
High-Temperature Rating | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Installation Ease | Less Difficult | Difficult | Easy(High Flexibility and Modularity) |
Installation Time | Approx 6 feet length per hour | Approx 6 feet length per hour | Approx 45 feet Length per hour |
Work Hours/Manpower Required for a 2″ pipe and a 3000 feet piping | Approx 600 man-hours/8 men for 2 weeks | Approx 600 man-hours/8 men for 2 weeks | Approx 100 man-hours /8 men for less than 2 days |
Annual Cost(Installation, Commissioning, and operation) | Approx 3000 dollars | Approx 7820 dollars | Approx 1300 dollars |
Installation Cost Material%/Labor% | 30% / 70% | 25% / 75% | 80% / 20% |
Surface roughness | 0.03 | 0.05 | 0.001 |
Special Tools Required (welder, threader, groove cutter) | Yes | Yes | No |
Air Quality | High(Should the application require it, these pipe systems can help meet the requirements of ISO 8573-1: 2010 air quality standards. | Low( Not according to !SO 8573-2010 air quality standards) | High(Should the application require it, these pipe systems can help meet the requirements of ISO 8573-1: 2010 air quality standards. |
Cost per meter | Almost 2 less than Aluminum | 3 Times less than Aluminum | 163.64 Dollars(Parker Transair) |
Life Span( Will vary according to environmental factors, Pipe design, and Pipe grade. | 30 years | 40 years | 20 years |
Initial Cost of installations | Material : 30% Labor:70% | Material : 25% Labor:75% | Material : 80% Labor:20% |
Maintenance | Difficult(Accumulation of rust under pipes and fittings which travels to machinery, may require preventive maintenance every week) | Difficult (Accumulation of rust under pipes and fittings which travels to machinery may require preventive maintenance every 3-4 days) | Easy (No accumulation of rust, may require preventive maintenance every 4 Weeks) |