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BG0104 Rev 03.3
Magnetic Long Seam Scanner

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  • Page 1 STIX BG0104 Rev 03.3 Magnetic Long Seam Scanner...
  • Page 2 SAFETY WARNINGS \ PRECAUTIONS KEEP THIS MANUAL – DO NOT LOSE THIS MANUAL IS PART OF THE STIX AND MUST BE RETAINED FOR THE LIFE OF THE PRODUCT. PASS ON TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS. Ensure any amendments are incorporated with this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Identification Chapter 1.1. Product Brand 1.1.1. Manufacturer Product Specifications Chapter 2.1. Intended Use 2.1.1. Operating Limits 2.1.2. Operating environment 2.2. Dimensions and Weight 2.3. Environmental Sealing 2.4. Performance Specifications Definitions Chapter 3.1. Definitions of Symbols 3.2. Definition of Terms System Components Chapter 4.1.
  • Page 4 5.1.3. Longitudinal, Two Probe Phased Array 5.1.4. Longitudinal, Four Probe Operation Chapter 6.1. Setup of a STIX on a Circumferential Scan Surface 6.2. Setup of a STIX on a Longitudinal Scan Surface 6.3. Additional Set-up Information 6.3.1. Longitudinal probe holder adjustment 6.3.2. Dual pivot frame bar height adjustment...
  • Page 5 9.4. Vertical Probe Holder 9.5. Probe Holder Components 9.5.1. Arm Style 9.5.2. Yoke Style 9.5.3. Pivot Button Style Disposal Chapter Limited Warranty Chapter PAGE iv of iv...

  • Page 6: Product Brand

    Chapter 1 IDENTIFICATION 1.1. Product Brand This user manual describes the proper safety precautions, setup and use of the STIX manual magnetic scanner. 1.1.1. Manufacturer Distributor: Manufacturer: Jireh Industries Ltd. 53158 Range Road 224 Ardrossan, Alberta, Canada T8E 2K4 Phone: 780.922.4534 jireh.com...

  • Page 7: Product Specifications

    Flat (10 in) Longitudinal pipe range 15.24 cm Flat (6 in) 2.1.2. Operating environment The STIX magnetic scanner is designed for use in an industrial environment that is between -20° C   and 50° C   (-4° (122° 2.2. Dimensions and Weight Encoder cable length (Standard kit) (16.4 ft)

  • Page 8: Definitions

    Chapter 3 DEFINITIONS 3.1. Definitions of Symbols Denotes movement. Instructing user to carry out action in a specified direction. Indicates alignment axis. Indicates user ‘look here’ or ‘see this part’. 3.2. Definition of Terms - Circumferential scanning - Longitudinal scanning Fig.

  • Page 9: System Components

    Chapter 4 SYSTEM COMPONENTS 4.1. Component Identification The STIX system may utilize the following components - Long seam Scanner - Vertical Probe Holder - Spring-Loaded Encoder Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 BGA018 PHA015- BGS053- - Irrigation Kit - STIX Case - Battery Powered Optical Guide Fig.

  • Page 10: Tools

    Fig. 15 The 3 mm hex driver is sufficient for all typical operations and adjustments of (Fig. 14) the STIX. The 3/8 in wrench is used to remove and install buttons on the probe holders. (Fig. 15) BG0104 Rev 03.3...

  • Page 11: Dual Pivot Frame Bar

    4.3. Dual Pivot Frame Bar The dual pivot frame bar provides mounting positions for probe holders as well as ratchet levers which lock the dual pivot frame bar in place. To pivot the frame bar, follow these steps: - Loosen dual pivot frame bar ratchet levers Fig.

  • Page 12: Wheel Block With Handle

    Tighten the dual pivot frame bar ratchet levers to lock the frame bars at the required angle (Fig. 17-2) - Measurement increments located at the ends of dual pivot frame bar Fig. 18 Measurement increments on the frame bar are used to align the wheel (Fig.
  • Page 13 - Wheel block with handle, wheels facing inward, positioned to innermost measurement increment Fig. 21 - Wheel block with handle, wheels facing outward, handle flush with frame bar Fig. 22 The following indicates the STIX configuration for various scan diameters. Scan Type Diameter Wheel & Handle Position Circumferential 25.4 cm - flat...

  • Page 14: Wheel Block With Handle Mounting

    4.4.2. Wheel Block with Handle Mounting To mount a wheel block with handle, follow these steps: - Loosen wing knob - Attach to a frame bar Fig. 23 Fig. 24 Loosen the wheel block with handle wing knob (Fig. 23) 2.

  • Page 15: Wheel Block With Handle Cable Management

    2. Allow the sides of the frame bar to lower 90° (Fig. 26) 3. Loosen the wheel block with handle wing knob (Fig. 23) 4. Position the wheel block with handle to the appropriate location (Fig. 27) the dual pivot frame bar. 5.

  • Page 16: Wheel Installation

    4.4.5. Wheel Installation WARNING! MAGNETIC MATERIAL. The magnetic wheels produce a magnetic field which may cause failure or permanent damage to items such as watches, memory devices, CRT monitors, medical devices or other electronics. People with pacemakers or ICD’s must stay at least 25 cm (10 in) away. Ensure the brake of the wheel block with handle is NOT activated...

  • Page 17: Brakes

    3 mm hex driver. 4.4.7. Ratchet Lever The ratchet levers lock the brakes and dual pivot frame bar of the STIX system. Occasionally, movement of the lever’s locking position is required. The lever placement can be adjusted by following these steps:...

  • Page 18: Spring-Loaded Encoder

    4.5. Spring-Loaded Encoder The spring-loaded encoder maintains contact with the scan surface. 4.5.1. Longitudinal Setup To attach the encoder to the wheel block with handle during long seam scanning, follow these steps: - Attach to wheel block - Tighten knob - Place on scan surface Fig.

  • Page 19: Vertical Probe Holder

    4.6. Vertical Probe Holder Latch Probe Holder Adjustment Knob Vertical Adjustment Knob Pivot Buttons Probe Holder Arms Yoke Probe Holder Arm Adjustment Knob Transverse Adjustment Screw - Vertical probe holder Fig. 42 Frame Bar 4.6.1. Probe Holder Setup - Adjust on frame bar - Vertical adjustment - Place buttons Fig.

  • Page 20: Probe Holder Vertical Adjustment

    4. To mount a UT wedge in the probe holder, follow these steps: - Adjust inner arm - Adjust outer arm - Tighten arm knob Fig. 46 Fig. 47 Fig. 48 5. Position the wedge on the inner probe holder arm (Fig.

  • Page 21: Probe Holder Transverse Adjustment

    Ensure the probe holder is in the latched, upper position. Lift the probe holder until the latch is fully exposed and snaps out to lock (Fig. 49) 2. Loosen the vertical adjustment knob and slide the probe holder down until the wedge is approximately 6 mm above inspection surface.

  • Page 22: Probe Holder Longitudinal Adjustment

    Ensure the probe holder is in latched, upper position (Fig. 49) 2. Using the supplied 3 mm hex driver loosen the transverse adjustment screw and rotate the yoke about the vertical shaft achieving the desired (Fig. 53) angle. 3. Tighten the transverse adjustment screw (Fig.

  • Page 23: Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion

    4.6.5. Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion To reverse the probe holder, follow these steps: NOTE: To perform this operation the 1.5 mm hex wrench (Fig. 15) is required. - Unscrew yoke pivot screw - Remove probe holder arms Fig. 59 Fig. 60 Ensure the probe holder is in latched, upper position (Fig.
  • Page 24 - Screw yoke to opposite side - Lower 90° stop post Fig. 63 Fig. 64 6. Mount the yoke to the opposite side of the base using the supplied 3 mm hex driver (Fig. 63) TIP: Keep the yoke level with the base as to ensure no conflicts with the plunger/set screw attached to the yoke.

  • Page 25: Pivot Buttons

    4.7. Pivot Buttons Available in a variety of shapes and sizes fitting various wedge dimensions. Use the supplied 3/8 in wrench (Fig. 15) remove and install pivot buttons (Fig. 67) - Pivot buttons Fig. 67 4.8. Cable Management - Cable management Fig.

  • Page 26: Cable Management Dovetail Mount

    4.8.1. Cable Management Dovetail Mount Multiple dovetail mount locations are available on the wheel block handles. To attach the cable management, follow these steps: - Mounting cable management Fig. 69 Loosen the knob on the cable management dovetail mount. Attach the mount onto the dovetail of the wheel block with handle (Fig.

  • Page 27: Clamp Setup

    2. Follow the cable placement zipping the tube closed and closing the cable management’s cable latch (Fig. 71) - Zip opposite end - Flexibility Fig. 72 Fig. 73 3. Once the cable is placed the entire length of tube, bring the zipper from the tubes opposite end, meeting at any point in the middle (Fig.

  • Page 28: Battery Powered Optical Guide

    - Battery powered optical guide Fig. 77 The battery powered optical guide provides a reference point useful for aligning the STIX too a given path . The battery powered optical (i.e. a weld) guide may be installed and setup as follows:...
  • Page 29 - Attach to dovetail jaw - Aim optical guide Fig. 79 Fig. 80 NOTE: The battery powered optical guide requires 1 AA battery for operation. PAGE 24 of 47...

  • Page 30: Pre-Amp Bracket

    1.36 kg (3 lb) ► are attached to the STIX with a lanyard or probe cables strong enough to prevent ► the object from falling have smooth edges so as not to cut pre-amp velcro strap ►...

  • Page 31: Preparation For Use

    Chapter 5 PREPARATION FOR USE 5.1. Configurations 5.1.1. Circumferential, Two Probe Phased Array - Circumferential two probe phased array Fig. 84 PAGE 26 of 47...

  • Page 32: Circumferential, Four Probe

    5.1.2. Circumferential, Four Probe - Circumferential four probe Fig. 85 BG0104 Rev 03.3 PAGE 27 of 47...

  • Page 33: Longitudinal, Two Probe Phased Array

    5.1.3. Longitudinal, Two Probe Phased Array - Longitudinal two probe phased array Fig. 86 PAGE 28 of 47...

  • Page 34: Longitudinal, Four Probe

    5.1.4. Longitudinal, Four Probe - Longitudinal four probe Fig. 87 BG0104 Rev 03.3 PAGE 29 of 47...

  • Page 35: Operation

    Chapter 6 OPERATION 6.1. Setup of a STIX on a Circumferential Scan Surface Mount the appropriate phased array and TOFD wedges to the probe (Fig. 88) holders (see “Vertical Probe Holder” on page 14) Ensure the ratchet levers of the dual pivot frame bar are tightly locked (Fig.
  • Page 36 - Phased array to longest bar Fig. 91 When performing a 4 probe scan, place phased array probe holders on the longest bar of the dual pivot frame bar (Fig. 91) (Illustrated in red) Ensure the brakes of the scanner are engaged (see “Brakes”...

  • Page 37: Setup Of A Stix On A Longitudinal Scan Surface

    6.2. Setup of a STIX on a Longitudinal Scan Surface Mount the appropriate phased array and TOFD wedges to the (Fig. 93) probe holders (see “Vertical Probe Holder” on page 14) Ensure the ratchet levers of the dual pivot frame bar are tightly locked (Fig.
  • Page 38 - Mount probe holders and encoder Fig. 96 Assemble the appropriate configuration to the scanner body (Fig. 96) Mount the spring-loaded encoder (see “Spring-Loaded Encoder” on page 13) the wheel block with handle . When possible, mount the spring-loaded (Fig. 96) encoder in a position that follows scanner direction of travel.
  • Page 39 Loosen the dual pivot frame bar’s ratchet levers to pivot the frame. (Fig. 94) Hold the scanner using the wheel block with handles, pivot the frame bars (Fig. 97- so the wheels are perpendicular to the tangent of the scan surface , while (Fig.

  • Page 40: Additional Set-Up Information

    Adjust the height of the probe holders using the vertical adjustment knob (Fig. 100) (see “Probe Holder Vertical Adjustment” on page 15). - STIX system prepared for scanning Fig. 101 6.3. Additional Set-up Information The following steps may be required or helpful during certain scan situations.

  • Page 41: Dual Pivot Frame Bar Height Adjustment

    Further information regarding longitudinal probe holder adjustment is available (see “Probe Holder Longitudinal Adjustment” on page 17). 6.3.2. Dual pivot frame bar height adjustment Adjusting the position of the wheel blocks with handles can lower the dual pivot frame bar towards the scan surface if required. - Wheel block positioning Fig.

  • Page 42: Maintenance

    Chapter 7 MAINTENANCE General cleaning of components is important to keep your system working well. All components that have no wiring or cables are completely waterproof. Components can be washed with warm water, dish soap and a medium bristle brush. Before using the scanner, ensure all connectors are free of water and moisture.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Refer to instrument’s documentation regarding functioning. setup. proper setup. Issue with encoder. Contact Jireh Industries for repair (see “Jireh Industries Ltd.” on page 1) 8.1. Technical Support For technical support, contact Jireh Industries (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page 1) PAGE 38 of 47...

  • Page 44: Spare Parts

    Chapter 9 SPARE PARTS To order accessories or replacement parts for your STIX system. (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page 1) NOTE: These drawings are for parts order. This is not a list of kit contents. 9.1. Scanner BOM ID Part #...

  • Page 45: Kit Components

    (see Encoder Connector Type) PHG014 Probe Holder Spare Parts Kit EA470 Wrench EA414 Hex Driver PHG012-BYY Probe Holder Arm Set: Long Drop Arms (see Pivot Button Style) BGA005 STIX Case - STIX kit components Fig. 106 PAGE 40 of 47...

  • Page 46: Encoder Connector Type

    - Encoder connector types Fig. 107 Length Swing Arm Style Part # Length Swing Arm Style Part # NOTE: Additional encoder connector styles available. (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page 1) Short PH0069 Long PH0100 (1.61 (1.81 9.3. Accessories Part #...

  • Page 47: Cable Management Length

    9.3.3. Cable Management Length Part # Length CX0141 4.5 m (14.7 ft) CX0145 9.5 m (31.1 ft) - Cable management length Fig. 110 9.3.4. Battery Powered Optical Guide BOM ID Part # Description BGS068 Perpendicular Dovetail Mount CXS082 Optical Guide Clamp JV024 Line Laser: battery powered, class 1 - Battery powered optical guide...

  • Page 48: Vertical Probe Holder

    9.4. Vertical Probe Holder BOM ID Part # Description PHS028 Vertical Probe Holder Subassembly MD050-010 SHCS, M4 x 0.7 x 10 mm, SST see Arm Style see Yoke Style PH0082 Knurled Knob, M4 x 0.7 x 10 mm, 3 mm stand off, SST PH0011-X Pivot Button Style (see Pivot Button Style)

  • Page 49: Probe Holder Components

    Internal Conical Head NOTE: Additional probe holder pivot button types available. (0.20 Zetec PA/TOFD Internal Part # Length Part # Length (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page 1) (1.97 (3.94 BG0038-05 BG0038-10 Part # Length Part # Length Part #...

  • Page 50: Disposal

    In accordance with European Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), this symbol indicated that the product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, but should be collected separately. Refer to Jireh Industries for return and/or collection systems available in your country.

  • Page 51: Limited Warranty

    THREE (3) YEARS from the original date of purchase. If a defect exists, at its option Jireh will (1) repair the product at no charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts, (2) exchange the product with a product that is new...
  • Page 52 Changes or modifications to this unit or accessories, not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. All specifications are subject to change without notice. © 2015 - 2020 Jireh Industries Ltd. BG0104 Rev 03.3 PAGE 47 of 47...
  • Page 53 Jireh Industries Ltd. 53158 Range Road 224 Ardrossan, Alberta Canada T8E 2K4 780-922-4534 jireh.com...

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