AC/HWDC

ELECTRO
MAGNETIC
YOKE
MODEL

Y-7

The light weight electromagnetic yoke is

the ideal tool for detection of surface or
sub-surface cracks and flaws in any
ferromagnetic material. No other low
cost, portable equipment offers such
versatility in Magnetic Particle Inspection.
Fast and simple to operate, it is widely
used with either dry or wet method
fluorescent or non-fluorescent magnetic
powders, in the testing of welds,
automotive or railroad components,
machine parts, steel and grey iron
castings, forgings, and in plant inspection,
maintenance and repair.

NDT

Salient Features
Choice of constant level AC or variable intensity, pulsed
H.W.D.C. for surface or sub-surface flaw detectability.
Solid state circuity for infinitely variable (stepless),
potentiometric adjustment of DC magnetic field.
Articulated legs to suit differing component contours.
Interpole distance adjustable from 0 to 300 mm.
Low power consumption. Current draw at 220V, 1 Phase
supply - only 2 amps.
Extremely strong and intense magnetic field for superior
sensitivity.
Portable & light weight - only 3.5 Kgs.
Can be used for AC Demagnetisation too.
No risk of sparking or 'hot spots' on the job.
No current flows through the component being tested.

Principles of Operation

A.C. Magnetisation

When the yoke is energised, an intense magnetic field is

created between the legs. This field can best be described
as a multiplicity of invisible line of magnetic force extending
across the gap between the legs. As the yoke is applied to
the ferromagnetic component, the magnetic circuit is closed
and the field enters the part making its passage between the
legs at and below the surface. A crack across this field cuts
the magnetic circuit; the crack sides become opposite poles
of a magnet and a leakage field occurs in the air above the
crack. Magnetic particles are attracted by this leakage field
and indicate the location of the flaw.
PRINCIPLE OF
OPERATION

CRACK
SHOWN BY
MAGNETIC
PARTICLES

MAGNETIC FIELD

1. Preclean inspection area. Spray on

cleaner-wipe of with cloth.
2. Place yoke on test piece perpendicular to
direction of suspected cracks.
3. Energize yoke. Magnetic field will form in
test piece.
4. Apply magnetic powder or prepared bath
while yoke is energized.
5. Indication will form immediately.

MAGNETIC
FIELD
FROM YOKE

MAGNETIC
PARTICLES

Creates a surface field which only detects surface cracks.

Particularly useful for inspecting thick and irregular sections
for surface defects such as fatigue cracks. Best results
obtained with dry method.

D.C. (Pulsed) Magnetisation

Use of Half Wave D.C. Magnetisation creates a pulsing
magnetic field with penetrates the work piece and detects
surface and subsurface (slightly) cracks. Pulsing improves
particle mobility and sensitivity. Can be used for dry and
even wet method.

Technical Specifications : Model Y-7

Input supply
Input current
Distance across poles
Magnetic field
Flux density
Lifting power in
HWDC mode
Yoke Weight
Duty Cycle
Controls

CRACK

220V, 50Hz, 1 Ph (110V model also available)

2 Amps
0 to 300 mm
AC - Constant level, DC-Pulsed, infinitely variable.
Approx. 10,500 lines of force/cm2 at 100mm pole
spacing.
Approx. 27 Kg. (60 Lbs) at 100mm spacing
3.5 Kgs approx.
50% (4 min. cycle time)
a) On/Off Switch
b) AC/DC Switch
c) DC Field intensity potentiometer

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# 4006 Rev 01/2002

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