Foerster TCM – modular mobile eddy current platform
Applications
For non-destructive testing on site and in production, when one inspector needs several eddy current methods: crack detection on rails, bridges and safety-critical parts, electrical conductivity measurement on aircraft structures, material verification and inspection of large surfaces. Instead of using a separate instrument for each task, the TCM is adapted by selecting the required app; the modules are purchased separately or together and can be added at any time, and software updates are free of charge.
App modules
- DEFECTOSCOP TCM – universal eddy current testing with rotating, high-frequency and low-frequency probes: crack detection and residual wall thickness measurement
- SIGMATEST TCM – electrical conductivity measurement of non-magnetic metals
- ECA TCM – inspection of large areas with eddy current arrays of up to 512 channels
- ECMEASURE TCM – measurements trained on reference samples, e.g. coating thickness, ferrite content, residual wall thickness
Key features
- One instrument – several methods, a uniform interface and data logic
- Automatic probe recognition, user roles, context-sensitive help
- Works with FOERSTER probes and probes from other manufacturers
- Raw data, screenshots and automatic Word / PDF reports
- Windows 10 LTSC – IT integration, remote support, external displays
Technical data
| Parameter | TCM |
|---|---|
| Display | 8.0″ touchscreen, 1280 × 800 px, 800 nits, sunlight-readable, operable with gloves |
| Protection | IP66, drop-resistant from 1.5 m |
| Weight / dimensions | 1.3 kg / 227 × 150 × 51 mm |
| Operating temperature | −20…+50 °C |
| Battery | up to 6 h of operation |
| Storage / OS | 128 GB SSD / Windows 10 LTSC |
| Connectors | 19-pin LEMO, Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Gen2 (USB-C), microSD |
| Cameras | rear 8 MP, front 2 MP |
| Standard | DIN EN ISO 15548 |
What we offer
- Selection of the instrument and configuration for your task, together with the manufacturer
- Trial measurements of your parts in the manufacturer’s laboratory
- Training, calibration and service organised through the manufacturer
Technical data according to the manufacturer: foerstergroup.com
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