WCA November 2017

Technology news

Quality inspection on drawing line ❍ On-line wire inspection with eddy current system

CONTRÔLE Mesure Systèmes has developed a special version of its eddy current rotating head, RotoETscan HV, suitable for line drawing inspection for a diameter range of 0.8 to 10mm. This system, which is easy to install on the production line, integrates a turntable (cassette) adapted to the product diameter. Eddy current probes (two or four) installed inside the cassette rotate at high speed (18,000rpm) around the wire, while the product translates into the rotating head. The nozzles inside the system ensure proper centring of the wire during inspection. Connected to the EC instrument Zet@Master, it detects longitudinal defects >50μm on the product, but can also be combined with other CMS equipment, such as magnetising or demagnetising units, for a complete product inspection. Contrôle Mesure Systèmes – France Website : www.cmseddyscan.com New series of phase stable test cables Amphenol RF has introduced the ATC-PS series of amplitude and phase stable test cables. These pre-configured SMA assemblies are designed for high performance applications which require minimal insertion and return loss. They are suitable for test and measurement applications up to 20GHz and each assembly is tested to ensure electrical and mechanical performance. This new series of cable assemblies is available in standard lengths of 24, 36, 48 and 72 inches, as well as 1 metre. Custom lengths are available upon request. The ultra-low-loss cable assemblies feature a robust strain relief construction to ensure stability of the centre contact relative to the connector body. This rigidity allows for optimal performance and consistent phase stability of ±5°. Amphenol RF – USA Website : www.amphenolrf.com

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