How to Use the Si2 Series Acoustic Imagers for Pressurized Leak and Mechanical Fault Detection

Summary

The video script introduces the SI 2 acoustic imaging device, highlighting its ability to swiftly detect pressurized gas leaks and mechanical faults with 10x the speed of traditional methods. The device's intuitive interface, lightweight design, and automated settings ensure ease of use with minimal training. Its improved sensitivity allows for the identification of smaller leaks and various gases, while AI-driven features like auto filter and distance estimation enhance accuracy. The camera's multi-source mode and mechanical issue detection capabilities further optimize performance, making it a valuable tool for maintenance and safety in industrial settings.

Takeaways

• 🔍 Acoustic Imaging is a method that can detect pressurized leaks and mechanical faults without halting operations, which is faster than traditional methods.
• 🛠️ The SI 2 device has an intuitive user interface and a lightweight structure, making it easy to use with minimal training required.
• 🔋 The device should be fully charged before the first use, indicated by a green LED on the charger.
• 👀 The SI 2 boasts improved sensitivity, capable of detecting gas leaks 2 to 5 times smaller than its predecessors, setting a new industry standard.
• 🌐 The device features AI-enforced automated functionalities, including an auto filter that selects the most suitable filter for accurate leak detection and eliminates industrial disturbances.
• 📏 The SI 2 can automatically estimate distances up to 5 meters and provide real-time cost and leak size estimates based on sound attenuation over distance.
• 💨 It can detect a variety of pressurized gases and vacuum leaks, including CO2, ammonia, hydrogen, methane, natural gas, helium, and Argon.
• 🔧 The mechanical mode of the SI 2 provides metrics to identify potential issues with bearings, such as high sound level, Crest Factor, and ketosis.
• 📷 The device includes features like a 12 map color visual, digital zoom, and LED lights for capturing visual details in low light areas.
• 🔊 The multi-source mode allows for scanning large areas quickly to find potential leaks, while the single-source mode offers detailed inspections.
• 📝 The accompanying software provides a complete solution for reporting results, generating reports compatible with international standards like ISO 5011.

Q & A

What issues can undetected air and gas leaks cause in an industrial setting?

Undetected air and gas leaks can lead to significant financial losses, decreased operational efficiency, unplanned downtime, and potential safety hazards.

How is acoustic imaging beneficial for detecting pressurized leaks and mechanical faults?

Acoustic imaging allows for safe and easy detection of pressurized leaks and mechanical faults, delivering results 10 times faster than traditional methods.

What are the advantages of the SI 2's user interface and structure?

The SI 2 has an intuitive user interface and a lightweight structure, making it safe and easy to use. Its automated settings require minimal training for swift and cost-efficient deployment.

How should the battery be prepared before the first use of the SI 2 device?

The battery should be charged fully before its first use by plugging it into the charger until the LED on the charger turns green.

What is the improved feature of the SI 2 compared to its predecessors?

The SI 2 has improved sensitivity, allowing it to detect gas leaks that are 2 to 5 times smaller than its predecessors, setting a new industry standard for precision.

How does the SI 2 calculate the leak rate or size and the yearly cost estimate?

The leak rate or size is calculated based on the sound coming from the leak and its distance. The yearly cost is calculated based on user input regarding the cost of electricity in their region and the utilization time of the system or equipment.

What is the purpose of the auto filter functionality in the SI 2?

The auto filter functionality automatically selects the most suitable filter to obtain the most accurate leak detection results and eliminates known industrial disturbances by actively sensing the environment.

How far can the SI 2 estimate distances for leak detection?

The SI 2 can estimate distances automatically up to 5 meters, producing accurate real-time cost and leak size estimates by taking into account the attenuation of sound over distance.

What types of pressurized gas leaks can the SI 2 detect?

The SI 2 can detect pressurized industrial gases such as CO2, ammonia, hydrogen, methane, natural gas, helium, and argon.

What additional functionality does the SI 2 provide for mechanical fault detection?

For mechanical fault detection, the SI 2 provides metrics like SPL Crest factor and ketosis, which can help identify potential issues with bearings running at different speeds.

What are the features of the SI 2 that support visual inspection in low light areas?

The SI 2 features a 12 map color visual, eight times digital zoom, and LED lights to ensure visual details are captured even over long distances and in low light areas.

How does the SI 2 help in identifying actual sound sources from reflections?

By slowly moving the camera, reflections of actual sound sources can be distinguished from the real source. If the sound source moves with the camera, it is a reflection; if it stays in place, it is the actual sound source.

What is the purpose of the acoustic viewer and how does it work?

The acoustic viewer is a cloud-based platform that enables users to store and retrieve information from captured snapshots from anywhere, anytime. It also allows for offline software use for those who prefer it.

What is included in the SI 2 package and what is the warranty period?

The SI 2 package includes the acoustic camera, one used license, ftss 2 plugin, two batteries, a battery charger, a camera neck strap, a hard case, printed documentation, a USB memory stick, and a 2-year warranty.