The Olympus/Staveley Instruments Nortec-19E is a portable eddy current flaw detector engineered for detection of surface and subsurface defects in conductive materials. Built for field and production environments, this instrument delivers intuitive operation through a large, bright display and straightforward user interface. The Nortec-19E applies eddy current testing principles to identify discontinuities across multiple inspection scenarios.
Technical Specifications
• Testing Method: Eddy Current Testing (ECT)
• Detection Scope: Surface and subsurface defects in conductive materials
• Display: Large, bright readout
• User Interface: Intuitive design for rapid operation
• Form Factor: Portable configuration for mobile deployment
– Key Features
• Straightforward interface minimizes training overhead
• Large display ensures visibility in variable field lighting
• Compact, portable design supports on-site and production-floor inspection workflows
• Eddy current methodology enables non-destructive evaluation without material contact requirements
– Typical Applications
• Surface crack detection in conductive components
• Subsurface flaw identification
• Weld seam inspection
• Material grade differentiation and sorting
• Coating thickness measurement (configuration-dependent)
– Compatibility & Integration
The Nortec-19E operates with interchangeable probes to accommodate application-specific testing requirements. Probe selection and configuration determine measurement capability, including coating thickness assessment functionality.
