NUCLEAR HEAT EXCHANGER VIBRATION
Power plants, particularly nuclear power plants, require heat exchangers to cool down the primary working fluid for the power plant. Excessive vibration can lead to cracking and premature failure of the heat exchanger. Problem: A major power plant company approached MTI looking for a sensor that could measure vibration of a heat exchanger assembly that was immersed under water. Additionally, the water could reach 250 F and up to 220 PSI; the probe had to be sealed with a gland at a bulkhead feed through area. Solution: MTI developed a special fiber optic probe based on the MTI-2125H probe configuration. The [...]
Application Note: Maximizing High-Voltage Measurement Accuracy with the Vitrek 4700 GalleryApplication Note: Maximizing High-Voltage Measurement Accuracy with the Vitrek 4700
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Application Note: Maximizing High-Voltage Measurement Accuracy with the Vitrek 4700
Maximizing High-Voltage Measurement Accuracy with the Vitrek 4700 A Metrology Engineer’s Perspective Author: Ken Sams, Metrology & Quality Assurance Engineer INTRODUCTION In the realm of high-voltage electronic test and measurement, precision, convenience and safety are all critical. As a Metrology & Quality Assurance Engineer at a leading manufacturer of test equipment, I’ve relied on the Vitrek 4700 High-Voltage meter for applications that demand direct measurement of high voltages with minimal uncertainty. This paper explores the 4700’s advantages in detail, especially in challenging calibration and production environments. INDUSTRY CHALLENGE Figure 1. Vitrek 4700 High Voltage Meter [...]
Did You Know? GaGe Digitizers in Imaging & Ultrasound Applications
Introduction Innovations in medical and pharmaceutical imaging demand precision, speed, and reliability—and GaGe high-speed digitizers are rising to the challenge. From enhancing breast cancer detection and cardiovascular research to improving ultrasound clarity and gamma imaging portability, GaGe digitizers are powering breakthroughs across biomedical applications. This document highlights real-world case studies where GaGe technology has enabled advanced signal capture, leading to clearer diagnostics, deeper insights, and faster discoveries in healthcare and life sciences. Precision Flow: Advancing Breast Health with 3D Imaging: Detect low-velocity micro-vascular blood flow with clarity & diagnostic confidence. Challenge: Accurately mapping 3D blood flow in [...]
Military & Aerospace Applications
Military & Aerospace Applications Military and Aerospace electronics require similar testing for electrical safety as other electronics, but test to different standards. Vitrek's products are ideal for all of your test and compliance applications. Engine Vibration & Balancing Solutions from MTI Instruments In the aerospace industry, engine balancing is of paramount importance for several reasons. Properly balanced engines minimize vibrations, which can significantly enhance passenger comfort and reduce wear and tear on critical components. This leads to improved engine performance, fuel efficiency, and overall safety. Unbalanced engines can [...]
PBS-4100+ Gen4 Portable Vibration and Balancing System
PBS-4100+ Gen4 Portable Vibration and Balancing System PBS-4100+ Gen 4 Portable Vibration and Balancing System Calculate ROI Request a Quote Download Brochure The 4th generation of the PBS-4100+ raises the standard in jet engine turbine vibration analysis and balancing with its added ARINC 429 and 664 interface technology. The PBS 4100+ is now enabled to acquire data directly from an aircraft’s digital buses further reducing set-up time and potential for errors, and so building on the product’s 35-year legacy of accuracy and innovation. Small, lightweight, fast and ruggedly built, this [...]
Did You Know? GaGe Digitizers in Particle Physics Applications
Introduction Discover the fascinating world of particle physics through our detailed document on scattering experiments. Learn how targets are hit by incident particles, leading to scattered particles and fragments that are studied using advanced particle detectors. Explore the roles of Photomultiplier Tubes (PMTs) and solid-state detectors in converting detected particles into electrical pulses, and understand how the Multi-Channel Analyzer (MCA) and RazorMax CompuScope perform Pulse Height Analysis (PHA) for more complex measurements. Particle Physics Experiments In a scattering experiment in nuclear or particle physics, a target is hit by incident particles, which are [...]
Application Note: GaGe RazorPlus: Revolutionizing Radar Signal Recording for Military Vehicles GalleryApplication Note: GaGe RazorPlus: Revolutionizing Radar Signal Recording for Military Vehicles
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Application Note: GaGe RazorPlus: Revolutionizing Radar Signal Recording for Military Vehicles
Introduction A moving military test vehicle is equipped with a radar system. From a fixed location, a user wants to record radar signals emitted by the vehicle during a motion sequence that lasts about one minute. This application note describes how Vitrek’s Gage RazorPlus CSE 16502 digitizer meets the requirements for this task. System Overview The radar system emits narrowband signals within the X band (8 to 12 GHz). These signals are down-converted to a lower frequency range of 0 to 200 MHz using a down-converter. The down-converter generates two output signals - [...]
Press Release: MTI Instruments’ PBS-4100+ and PBS-4100R+ Engine Vibration & Balancing Systems Now Supports ARINC 429 & AFDX Data GalleryPress Release: MTI Instruments’ PBS-4100+ and PBS-4100R+ Engine Vibration & Balancing Systems Now Supports ARINC 429 & AFDX Data
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Press Release: MTI Instruments’ PBS-4100+ and PBS-4100R+ Engine Vibration & Balancing Systems Now Supports ARINC 429 & AFDX Data
MTI Instruments’ PBS-4100+ and PBS-4100R+ Engine Vibration & Balancing Systems Now Supports ARINC 429 & AFDX Data Expanded digital interface compatibility simplifies engine vibration & balance testing Lockport, IL—April 8, 2025— MTI Instruments, a Vitrek brand, proudly announces the latest update to its industry-leading PBS-4100 Family of Engine Vibration Monitoring Systems — full support for ARINC 429 and ARINC 664 (AFDX) digital data interfaces. This enhancement significantly expands the PBS-4100+ and PBS-4100R+ system’s compatibility with modern engine platforms, including those on the Airbus A320neo, Boeing 737 MAX, Airbus A350, Boeing 787, and more. Leveraging digital data [...]
Whitepaper: Mastering High Voltage: The Importance of Accurate Test Equipment GalleryWhitepaper: Mastering High Voltage: The Importance of Accurate Test Equipment
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Whitepaper: Mastering High Voltage: The Importance of Accurate Test Equipment
Introduction Accurate definition and measurement of critical electrical performance parameters is essential for ensuring the reliability and safety of high-voltage equipment and cabling. For applications which can involve tens of thousands of volts, safety risks are high, as are the demands on the test equipment used to measure the equipment and cables. Proper calibration of the test instruments themselves is critical to achieving the strict performance needs of many equipment types. Calibration results must often meet national and international specific standards and calibration measurements are typically conducted by certified laboratories with traceability to national standards, like those [...]
The Answer Vault: GaGe CompuScope Digitizers — Q & A with Dr. Andrew Dawson
Introduction This document explores the advanced features of GaGe CompuScope Digitizers in a variety of applications, featuring insights from Dr. Andrew Dawson. A seasoned physicist and leader, Dr. Dawson holds a Doctorate in experimental solid-state physics from McGill University and has extensive experience in ultrasonic material analysis. As an application engineer for GaGe, his experience has exposed him to a wide variety of digitizer applications, making this a valuable resource for understanding cutting edge advancements in the field. Question 1: Can You Provide some Features of GaGe CompuScope Digitizers that are useful in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) applications? [...]