connected, resulting in a perfectly matched probe and gauge for enhanced performance. Also, the Automatic Measurement Verification System (AMVS) used with multiple echo ensures only true measurements are displayed, even on the most heavily corroded metals.
4. Conclusion Multigauge 6500- sm
force caused by colliding the probe holder into the surface.
The gauge is designed to mount onto most drones as long as they can take the payload and have the facility to take a power supply from the drone battery. However, it seems that the vast majority of customers are using the DJI range of drones, more specifically the Matrice 100, 210 or 600. The system is extremely lightweight, with all three components weighing a total of only 525 grams. The Multigauge 6000 gauge and gel dispenser are equipped with a screw thread, similar to that of a camera tripod, to simplify mounting onto the drone using proprietary camera fixings. The probe holder can extend any distance from the drone using standard 16mm diameter carbon tubing but it is supplied with 2 x 250mm lengths in the kit.
Tritex NDT have also developed the Multigauge 6500 Drone, dedicated to carrying the Multigauge 6000 Thickness Gauge, to offer a complete package to customers not already familiar with drones. This drone is a coaxial octocopter, which offers multiple motor
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redundancy and keeps airframe size to a minimum. It also has propeller guards to protect the rotors from getting damaged during flight. The drone operates using a PixHawk control system, for complete versatility, and it has an integral camera to capture visual surface conditions at the same time as taking measurements. The Multigauge 6500 drone has a small footprint, including folding propellers, for easy transportation and it has been designed for reliability.
The Multigauge 6000 Drone Thickness Gauge has Intelligent Probe Recognition (IPR), which automatically adjusts settings in the gauge when a probe is
Drones have come on a long way, they are constantly evolving with better features and longer flying times, due to improved battery technology. It is not yet envisaged that they can completely replace the work of a human, but they can certainly assist making initial inspections a lot safer, quicker and more cost effective. However, it is important that the drones are flown by competent pilots and within the local laws of the country they are flown in. For example, any commercial use of drones outside, within the UK, requires pilots to have passed their PfCO course and they should have the relevant approvals from the Civil Aviation Authority.
Tritex NDT consider performance to be the most important feature of their ultrasonic thickness gauges. The gauge should give reliable, accurate measurements in the most demanding of applications. Whether it’s coated, bare metal, corroded or clean, the Tritex Multigauge range has proven to be reliable, simple, accurate and robust. Tritex gives you the excellent performance that you would expect, with free annual calibration for the life of the gauge. Tritex NDT also offer a 3 year warranty on the entire product range.
Multigauge 6000 on DJI210
For further information please go
towww.tritexndt.com or contact Mr Jon Sharland at the address
sales@tritexndt.com
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