CYGNUS 2 PLUS HANDS FREE
MULTI-MODE ULTRASONIC THICKNESS GAUGE
The Cygnus 2 PLUS is a simple to use, multi-mode thickness gauge having Multiple-Echo, Echo-Echo and Single-Echo capabilities. The NEW high durability end-mounted rotatable LCD display makes it ideally suited for climbing and rope access.
The twin shot injection moulded enclosure has a soft but durable TPE outer skin which is comfortable to hold and protects against bumps while the hard internal shell offers maximum strength and environmental protection certified to the demanding US MIL STD 810G standard.
Perfect for use on flat plate, curved surfaces or pipes our Multiple-Echo single crystal probe technology means you can measure through thick coatings and only the remaining metal thickness is displayed.
The unit still relies on Multiple-Echo to provide simple and accurate measurements, with the added benefit of Echo‑Echo and Single-Echo using twin crystal probes for extreme corrosion. Echo-Echo for measurements on painted metals but with heavy back wall corrosion / pitting and Single‑Echo for measurements on uncoated surfaces with heavy front face and/or back-wall corrosion and attenuative materials such as cast metals or plastics / composites.
Cygnus Instruments builds all of its equipment in the UK using only genuine and original parts and components – including Lemo® Connectors and Peli® Cases.
- Multiple-Echo for reliable, accurate through coating measurements as specified by Classification Societies
- Single-Echo and Echo-Echo measuring modes with twin crystal probes for extreme corrosion and back wall pitting
- MSI™ (Measurement Stability Indicator) used in Single-Echo and Echo-Echo measurement modes
- Hands free operation: wrist, waist belt and harness mountable
- A NEW high durability LCD rotatable display for all lighting conditions
- Extremely rugged enclosure – shock and impact to US MIL STD 810G
- Environmental sealing to IP67 – US MIL STD 810G
- Cygnus echo strength bars to assist quick measurements
- Buttons integral with the TPE moulding and designed for minimum 100,000 depressions.
Measuring Modes | Multiple-Echo using 3 sound pulses to ignore coatings up to 20mm thick |
Materials | Sound velocities between 1000 – 9000 m/s – covers virtually all common engineering materials |
Accuracy | ±0.1 mm or 0.1% of thickness measurement, whichever is greatest, when calibrated in accordance with Cygnus Instruments calibration procedure |
Resolution | Multiple-Echo mode – 0.1 mm or 0.05 mm |
Measurement Range in Steel | Single Crystal Probes in Multiple-Echo: · 3 – 250 mm with 2.25 MHz probe (S2C/D) · 2 – 150 mm with 3.5 MHz probe (S3C) · 1 – 50 mm with 5 MHz probe (S5C/A) Twin Crystal Probes in Single-Echo: · 2.5 – 250 mm with 2 MHz probe (T2C) · 1.5 – 200 mm with 5 MHz probe (T5B) · 0.8 – 50 mm with 7.5 MHz probe (T7A) Twin Crystal Probes in Echo-Echo: · 5 – 50 mm with 2 MHz probe (T2C) · 4 – 50 mm with 5 MHz probe (T5B) · 3 – 25 mm with 7.5 MHz probe (T7A) |
Connector | Twin Lemo 00 |
Power | 3 x AA batteries |
Battery Life | 10 hours minimum |
Electronics | Dual channel pulser |
Display | End-mounted LCD (rotatable) |
Size | 132 x 82 x 34 mm |
Weight | 300 grams (inc. batteries) |
Operating Temperature | -10°C to 50°C |
Environmental Rating | IP67 (dust tight and immersion – 1 metre for 30 mins) |
Shock and Impact | MIL STD 810G Method 514.7 (vibration – 1 hour each axis) |
Compliance | CE, British Standard BS EN 15317:2013 (Group 1) |
Environmental | RoHS, WEEE compliant |
Warranty | 3 years on gauge and 6 months on probe |
- Cygnus 2 plus Gauge
- Operating Manual
- Neck Strap
- Accessory Pouch, containing; 3 x AA Batteries, Blue Couplant Gel.
CYGNUS PROBES AND CABLES
Stainless Steel INOX Single Crystal Probes
The INOX probes have an updated ergonomic design and an easier to read frequency, identification and serial numbering. All frequencies of INOX probes have a black face and a colour coding ring to identify probe frequency.
Used in Multiple-Echo mode, these probes require no zeroing, have a high linear accuracy, are ideal for general thickness gauging and on pipes and have replaceable wear membrane for long life.
Stainless Steel INOX Twin Crystal Probes
Used in Echo-Echo and Single-Echo modes and focussed ultrasound beam with improved measurability on extreme back wall corrosion and pitting.
For optimum performance of the ultrasonic thickness gauge it is essential to utilise the appropriate probe for the specific material being tested. Here below are the probe options available.
| Single crystal probes: | 6 mm – 5 MHz (S5A) |
| 13 mm – 2.25 MHz (S2C (standard)), 3.5 MHz (S3C) or 5 MHz (S5C) | |
| 19 mm – 2.25 MHz (S2D) | |
| Twin crystal probes: | 5 mm – 7.5 MHz (T7A) |
| 8 mm – 5 MHz (T5B (standard)) | |
| 12 mm – 2 MHz (T2C (for attenuative materials such as cast metals, plastics and composites)) |
Cygnus Cables
Using standard industry connectors the probe lead uses a custom made over moulded cable that offers superior flexibility and resistance to oils and ultraviolet light. The cable will not stiffen after exposure to ultraviolet light.
MULTI-MEASURING MODE
Multiple-Echo uses three back wall echoes and measures remaining metal thickness while ignoring coatings. All measurements are error checked using 3 return echoes to give repeatable, reliable results. Accepted by all major classification societies. Uses single crystal probes for linear accuracy (and no probe zero required).
Echo-Echo uses two back wall echoes and measures remaining metal thickness while ignoring coatings up to 0.04″ (1 mm) thick using twin crystal probes for improved detection of back wall corrosion and pitting.
Single-Echo uses one back wall echo, measures remaining metal thickness on uncoated surfaces and is possibly helpful for areas with extreme front face or back wall corrosion and pitting. Effective on highly attenuative materials such as cast metals, plastics and composites.
MSI™ (MEASUREMENT STABILITY INDICATOR)
This clever technique helps ensure only stable measurements are displayed in Echo-Echo and Single-Echo modes. Displayed measurements change color from red to green and vibrate alert to indicate a stable reading.
FLEXIBLE HANDLING
Along with the wrist and neck straps supplied in the kit there is also an optional belt clip, offering a range of flexible handling solutions for all types of applications.
