ULTRAChecker - Universal Ultrasound Detector

Overview

ULTRAChecker is a universal ultrasound detector from the Checker Range, suited to all applications. Focused, simple and affordable — the right tool for the right job.

Features

Versatility

ULTRAChecker is suited to a wide range of tasks:

• Mechanical monitoring — bearings, gears, pumps
• Leaks — air, gas, vacuum
• Electrical defects — corona discharges, arcing
• Valves — performance checks
• Tightness — general testing

Ease of use

• Turn on and go
• Intuitive interface
• Minimal controls
• Fast setup

Streaming Screen

The firmware update adds:

• Real-time histogram
• Ultrasound visualisation
• Historical trend
• Update via USB

Application areas

Mechanical monitoring

Bearings

• Early wear detection
• Insufficient lubrication
• Cage damage
• Raceway defects

Pumps and compressors

• Cavitation
• Mechanical damage
• Seal issues
• Imbalance

Valves

• Tightness verification
• Leak detection
• Open/close monitoring
• Mechanical defects

Leaks

Compressed air

• Lines
• Connections
• Receivers
• Pneumatic tools

Process gases

• Nitrogen, oxygen, argon
• Natural gas
• Inert gases
• Chemical gases

Vacuum

• Vacuum pumps
• Vacuum chambers
• Seals

Electrical inspection

High-voltage equipment

• Corona discharges
• Insulation tracking
• Contact arcing
• Partial discharges

Low-voltage equipment

• Poor contacts
• Overloads
• Breaker arcing
• Fuse issues

Advantages

Focused

• Universal application
• Optimised for a wide range of tasks
• Maximum efficiency

Simple

• Requires no special training
• Works straight out of the box
• Minimal setup

Affordable

• Low total cost of ownership
• Fast payback
• One tool for many tasks

Role in a reliability programme

Operator-Driven Reliability (ODR)

ULTRAChecker is ideal for ODR:

• Operators — the first line of defence
• Fast checks — daily inspections
• Early detection — before issues become serious
• In-depth analysis — SDT270/SDT340 later

Integrated approach

1. ULTRAChecker — fast check of all assets
2. SDT270 — in-depth analysis of problem assets
3. SDT340 — full spectral analysis
4. Resolution — repair or replace

Method of use

Daily checks

• Visual inspection of equipment
• ULTRAChecker for fast diagnostics
• Documenting results
• Comparison with previous measurements

Prioritisation

• Critical — immediate attention
• Important — schedule repair
• Monitoring — continue observation

Trend analysis

• Regular measurements
• Comparison against reference values
• Tracking changes
• Failure forecasting

Firmware update

SDT Updater

1. Download the SDT Updater software
2. Connect ULTRAChecker via USB
3. Run the update
4. Get the streaming screen

Switching modes

• Standard screen — primary mode
• Streaming screen — real-time histogram
• Press On/Off to switch

Comparison with other Checkers

Checker	Specialisation	When to use
LEAKChecker	Air leaks	Leaks only
LUBEChecker	Bearing lubrication	Lubrication only
TRAPChecker	Steam traps	Steam systems only
TIGHTChecker	Tightness	Seal testing
HATCHecker	Ship hatches	Marine hatches
ULTRAChecker	All applications	A universal tool

When to choose ULTRAChecker

Ideal for

• Small facilities — one tool for all tasks
• Operators — simple daily checks
• Beginner programmes — learning ultrasound testing
• Budget constraints — affordable price

May be replaced later

With specialised Checkers as the programme grows:

• LEAKChecker for energy audits
• LUBEChecker for lubrication
• TRAPChecker for steam systems

Checker Range

ULTRAChecker is part of the Checker series:

• LEAKChecker — air and gas leaks
• LUBEChecker — bearing lubrication monitoring
• TRAPChecker — steam trap testing
• TIGHTChecker — tightness testing
• HATCHecker — ship hatch tightness
• ULTRAChecker — universal detector