Sonic Leak Detector can be used with air or contact probe.

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Model 3000 is designed to translate ultrasonic signals in 45kHz range to audible sounds which represent frequency and amplitude characteristics of original ultrasonic signal. Audible background noise is ignored, and problems can be identified using analog meter in conjunction with speaker. Air probe detects airborne vibrations caused by compressed air leaks, and contact probe detects structure-borne vibrations and mechanical problems.



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Sonic Leak Detector


Kernco Instruments Co., Inc. is pleased to introduce its Model 3000 Sonic Leak Detector (rechargeable battery NiCad model) designed to translate ultrasonic signals in the 45 kilohertz range to audible sounds which represent the frequency and amplitude characteristics of the original ultrasonic signal. As a result, audible background noise is ignored and problems which cannot be heard or seen can be quickly identified using the
analog meter in conjunction with the speaker.

The model can be used with an air probe as well as a contact probe. The air probe detects airborne vibrations caused by compressed air leaks in air brakes, tires and escape slides,
as well as in vacuum lines. The air probe will also detect electrical problems such as bad motor brushers, corona discharge, arcing within electrical cables or electrical shorts. The air probes comes with two attachments. One makes it easy to locate leaks in complex systems; the other attachment is used to detect leaks at distances of over 100 feet. The detector kit contains an ultrasonic transmitter which, when used with the air probe, will allow user to detect leaks which are difficult to pressurize, such as main cabin leaks, refrigerated or water-tight compartments and large tanks. The contact probe has been specially designed to detect structure-borne vibrations and can detect mechanical problems such as bad bearings or internal system leaks. It is also used to monitor fluid flow and valve operations.

Specifications are shown below:

Detector Battery: Self contained NiCad rechargeable 9VDC +/-.7V at 20mA
Transmitter Battery: 9VDC +/- .7V at 10mA, 2dB signal to noise ratio 10-2 std cc/sec leak rate
Detector Dimensions: 7.5" x 4.5" x 1.75"
Circuitry: Solid State integrated circuit
Temperature Range: -10 to 150 deg F
Meter: 100 micro amp 90 deg taut-band needle movement, 0-100 linear scale & 0-40dB scale
Detector Construction: Rugged .050 aluminum
Carry Case Dimensions: 19" x 15" x 4"

Comes complete with battery, charger, air probe, contact probe, focusing extension, headphones and sound generator all packaged in a rugged carrying case.

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