Ultrasonic leak detectors are used for large gas leaks. Because gas leaks are often noisy, the ultrasonic technology converts the high frequency leak sound to a lower range where the hissing of the leak can be heard through a set of headphones and traced to the source. Ultrasonic leak detectors are somewhat new to the industry.
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Cincinnati Test Systems, Inc.Cleves, OH 513-367-6699 Designing and manufacturing superior leak testing equipment, which includes ultrasonic leak detectors and similar products, is the top priority at Cincinnati Test Systems, Inc. CTS` extensive expertise in pressure decay, mass flow, helium accumulation, and mass spectrometer leak testing allows us to provide the best technological solution for the application. Call us today!
ATC, Inc.Indianapolis, IN 866-282-4621 Advanced Test Concepts, Inc. (ATC, Inc.) has offered our customers high quality, innovative and affordable Test & Measurement products for more than 20 years. Our popular products include ultrasonic leak detectors and similar systems and accessories. Our employees believe that innovation, excellent product quality and customer support are our essential values. Call us today!
Furness ControlsIndian Trail, NC 800-898-5325 Not only does Furness Controls work hard to ensure that every customer who comes through their doors receives a top-notch product that perfectly suits their needs, such as a ultrasonic leak detectors, but their team also provides excellent calibration services. It is the full range of services that has kept Furness Controls ahead of the pack in their industry. Give them a call today!
LACO Technologies, Inc.Salt Lake City, UT 800-465-1004 Established in 1975, LACO Technologies is located in Salt Lake City, Utah, and serves customers across the United States and internationally. As one of the leading manufacturers of vacuum systems, we also have an excellent line of products including ultrasonic leak detectors. Driven by innovation, service and quality, our goal is to be the best provider of vacuum and leak testing solutions.
KWJ Engineering Inc.Newark, CA 510-794-4296 Our dedication to the production of superior leak detecting instruments and systems is not limited to simply manufacturing what we have always manufactured. At KWJ Engineering Inc. we have a research and development department that is always seeking to improve upon existing products, like ultrasonic leak detectors, or create new leak detecting solutions. Call us today!
Hi-Vac SpecialistsGreentown, PA 570-676-9417 Devoted to distributing excellent leak detecting products as well as offering calibration and rebuilding services, Hi-Vac Specialists is a company customers can depend on. With affordable prices and a plethora of services and products available, such as the ultrasonic leak detectors from a variety of top name brands, Hi-Vac is your one-stop shopping experience for leak detecting supplies.
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Ultrasonic leak detectors can be used to detect any type of gas, including CFC, HFC, nitrogen, CO2, steam, and others. The volume of the leak's sound is dependent on the amount of pressure in the system. The higher the pressure, the easier it will be to hear the leak. In order to be successful, this method of leak detection must be performed in an area that is completely quiet. This factor greatly reduces the commonality of ultrasonic leak detectors. These particular detectors are always light weight and portable, so much so that they can be carried around by plumbers, who might use them in domestic plumbing situations where a natural gas leak or refrigerant leak is possible. Of course, because of the necessary silence involved, other methods, such as electronic detectors or gas detectors are most likely attempted first. Being hand held is another characteristic that makes it easier when ultrasonic detectors are employed seeking large gas leaks in industrial environments. In those situations it may be that the piping suspected of leaking is underground or in the walls, and having easily maneuverable equipment speeds up the process considerably.
The specific process ultrasonic detectors use to locate gas leaks is called heterodyning. It is incredibly close to the technology utilized by radio transmissions and the ultrasound sonograms parents view their unborn children through. The sound wave that is unheard by the human ear is located by the detector and translated into an electronic impulse that tells the tester where to go. It is a much safer option then some detector processes that involve open flames and the potential for fire or explosions. This technological advance in leak detection is important because it has reduced the hazardous exposure to chemicals, which occurs with more involved detection processes. Also, with the help of the portable ultrasonic leak detectors, technicians with little to no experience are able to use this product and successfully detect and mark a pipe or vessel that is leaking.
