The TI-MAX, Ultrasonic Bolt Tension Monitor, defines the state of the art in the measurement of the actual elongation produced by tightening a threaded fastener.
The TI-MAX can measure the elongation very accurately in fasteners of virtually any material from 1/2 inch to 4 feet in length. The measurement is achieved by determining the change in the transit time, of an ultrasonic shock wave along the length of the fastener as the fastener is tightened by any method.
The on-board microcomputer automatically interprets this time measurement to display the time(nanoseconds), elongation, load, stress, or %strain from stretching a fastener.
The first cost effective ultrasonic solution available on the market.
Visually compare the unloaded to the loaded waveform.
Display Options - RF, Rectified, Large Digits with Limits Bar.
Effectively monitor your bolts during periodic shutdowns over the service life of the fastener.
Measurement quanities - Time (nanoseconds), Elongation, Load, Stress, and %Strain.
Display Resolution - 1/8" VGA 240 x 160 pixels.
Stores 8000 readings and waveforms in multiple groups.
Built-in Linear regression or vector for optimizing load measurements.
The Auto Set feature automatically optimizes detection and adjusts display.
Hi/Lo alarm tolerance limits work in conjunction with the data port and external pump shut-off device.
Accessories
CF12
Used to create an ultrasonic coupling between the probe and material to be measured
355ml (12oz) bottle
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TICC-MVX
Constructed from heavy duty Cordura Nylon
Built-in belt loop
Includes wrist & shoulder straps
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Complete Kit
The TI-MAX is supplied as a kit including:
- Gauge
- 2 AA batteries
- 4 oz. Bottle of Couplant
- RS232 Transfer Cable
- Lemo to DB9 M/F 10' Lemo to Microdot Transducer Cable
- Windows Utility Software
- Carrying Case
- Operation Manual
Measuring probes are not included.
Specifications
Measuring Range
From 1” to 48” (25.4mm to 122cm) bolts
Time
Nanoseconds
Elongation
Change in length (inches/millimeters)
Load
Force load applied (pounds kIP or kN Killonewtons)
Stress
Force for unit area stress applied (pounds kPSI or megapascals MPa)
Strain %
percentage strain applied (inches per inch or millimeters per millimeter)
Resolution
+/- .00001 inches (0.0001 mm)
Velocity Range
.0492 to .3936 in/ms 1250 to 9999 meters/sec
Calibration
Fixed, Single, and Two point zero calibration options.
Select bolt material types from a preset or custom list.
Features
Accessories
The first cost effective ultrasonic solution available on the market.
