Product category:
Non Destructive Testing
News Release from: Fischer Instrumentation (GB) | Subject: Sigmascope SMP-10
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 07 July 2003
Instrument checks metals conductivity,
composition
An instrument measures how well a metal conducts, its composition, microstructure and mechanical properties simply and efficiently.
How well a metal conducts, its composition, microstructure and mechanical properties can now be measured simply and efficiently This new, portable electrical conductivity instrument, the Sigmascope SMP-10, is manufactured by The Helmut Fischer Group, who specialise in materials testing and non destructive coating measurement equipment
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 20 Mar 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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Many European suppliers of metal stock have been quick to recognise the benefits of the Fischer Sigmascope to measure Euro coinage.
In addition, some major Auto manufacturers are using SMP-10 to ensure that aluminium is the right grade and it has been properly heat treated.
Comments Ray Scruby, Managing Director of Fischer Instrumentation (GB): 'We're so pleased with the versatility of this instrument - it's serving many important uses already.
We expect to see it being applied to all manner of tasks'.
The Sigmascope can be used on all non-magnetic materials including stainless steel.
It can measure the hardness and strength of heat treated materials and can be used to inspect for heat damage.
It can measure the phosphor content in alloys, monitor deposition processes and determine the degree of purity and homogeneity of alloys.
It can also be used for metal stock and scrap sorting.
The SMP-10 measures conductivity according to the DIN EN 2004-1 and ASTM E 1004 standards.
It is hand held for ease of use and the effects of rough surfaces pose little problem as the probe uses a phase sensitive signal, enabling measurements to be made without physical contact of the probe with the test piece.
It operates on four different measurement frequencies and can use the standard probe or an auxiliary probe to make temperature measurements.
An extensive range of calibration standards is available to ensure accurate measurements. Request a free brochure from Fischer Instrumentation (GB) ...
The product is available through the UK subsidiary Fischer Instrumentation (GB).
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