Nowadays the saving of energy is an important topic in all areas in which compressed air systems are used. The finding and elimination of leaks in compressed air systems alone can save up to 35 % of the energy costs associated with the use of a compressor. Regular ultrasonic inspections and preventative maintenance can also increase the operational reliability of equipment.
Previous methods for locating industrial air leaks were time consuming, often required equipment or lines shutdown to perform leak detection. The ultrasonic leak detector LD Ultrasonic Leak Detector is designed for a quick and precise location of leaks in compressed air, inert gas and vacuum systems. System leaks can easily be detected. The variety of devices in the range and the extensive accessories available enable this range of devices to be used for a multitude of various applications. With the help of the ultrasound testing device LD400 & LD500, it is easy to pinpoint leaks.
Leaks are points in the compressed air system where air can escape. As this results in a pressure drop, more energy is needed to keep the pressure in your system at the required level. Leaks generally occur in towards the end of production on pipework, connections, maintenance components as well as rapid-release couplings.
As compressed air escapes, the gas molecules cause friction along the piping wall. This friction in turn generates a noise in the ultrasonic frequency range. The LD Leak Detector detects this noise and converts it into audible and visual signals. As it only picks up noise within the gas leak frequency range, the device allows for accurate detection even in noisy environments.
