Buckleys Phd pro2 User manual

High-voltage DC pinhole/porosity detector kit

Quick Start Guide

Please read this manual before using theequipment

5830-0046 11/21 │English

Quick Start Guide

Contents

Safety Warnings ............................................................................................................................................................3

EC Declaration of Conformity.....................................................................................................................................4

UKCA Declaration of Conformity ...............................................................................................................................4

Specifications................................................................................................................................................................4

Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................5

Register Your Product...................................................................................................................................................5

Useful Advice ................................................................................................................................................................5

Kit Contents ...................................................................................................................................................................6

Risk Assessment .............................................................................................................................................................7

Factory Settings.............................................................................................................................................................7

Setup ..............................................................................................................................................................................8

Basic Testing ................................................................................................................................................................10

Contact Details...........................................................................................................................................................12

Safety Warnings

IMPORTANT: We strongly advise that

individuals with pacemakers, cochlear

implants, or trans-dermal electronic implants -

e.g., glucose monitors do not use our high-

voltage test equipment under any

circumstances.

IMPORTANT: This product must not be

used in combustible atmospheres or

ATEX Hazardous Areas, such as fuel stations or

in proximity to any combustible gas (and/ or

oxygen concentrations exceeding normal

atmosphere).

All high-voltage testing equipment

must be operated by suitably trained,

responsible, authorised personnel only.

IMPORTANT: This product can cause

radio interference and caution must

be taken when operating in sensitive

environments such as hospital roofs.

IMPORTANT: This instrument must be

connected to an appropriate earth

(ground) before a high voltage is applied.

Observe all safety precautions;

operators will be exposed to high

voltages when using this instrument. Avoid

contact with live components.

This instrument creates sparks in use,

which cause the formation of ozone

(O3). Ozone is a known irritant and therefore -

particularly when using the instrument in

confined spaces - the user must ensure

adequate ventilation so that established

workplace exposure limits are not exceeded.

Safety Warning: DO NOT USE this

equipment in the event of it being

immersed in water. It must be immediately

returned to Buckleys for service, calibration

and/or repair.

A high voltage will always take the easiest route

to earth. The risk of electrical shock is inherent

when operating high-voltage equipment and

extreme caution must be taken at all times.

The output voltage of this equipment is derived

from a high-impedance source and is current

limited. However, when the equipment is in use,

should the operator accidentally contact the

test electrode they will receive an electric

shock. If this situation is unavoidable, we

recommend that suitable rubber or plastic

insulating gloves be worn. Furthermore, the

operator should be in good health and - in

particular - not suffer from any cardiac

condition.

During testing, a static charge may accumulate

on the surface under test. If the operator is

walking on the surface, they may also become

‘charged- up’. When discharged to earth, this

charge could result in a static electric shock,

such as may be experienced in the home under

certain weather conditions.

Whilst such a shock does not normally present

any danger to the user, it can be unpleasant. In

most cases, the operator can avoid this by

wearing the blue electrostatic discharge

wristband supplied and ensuring it is connected

by the blue cable to the grounding terminal

(4mm socket) on the test probe handle, or the

earthing terminal on the instrument’s enclosure.

In all cases it is essential to ensure that the

instrument is correctly earthed

Quick Start Guide

EC Declaration of Conformity

We, Buckleys (UVRAL) Ltd., as sole manufacturer of the apparatus listed below, declare that the

product PHD Pro2 is manufactured in conformity with the following directives: 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU

and 2015/863/EU.

Date: 01/07/2021

Authorised by:

J P Hoveman

CEO, Buckleys (UVRAL) Ltd.

UKCA Declaration of Conformity

We, Buckleys (UVRAL) Ltd., as sole manufacturer of the apparatus listed below, declare that the

product PHD Pro2 Pro2 is manufactured in conformity with the following UK legislation: Electronic

Compatibility Regulations 2016, The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and Restriction of the

Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012.

Date: 01/07/2021

Authorised by:

J P Hoveman

CEO, Buckleys (UVRAL) Ltd.

Specifications

•

Output voltage range:

6kV models: 500V - 6kV

30kV models: 0.9kV - 30kV

40kV models: 0.9kV - 40kV

•

Max. output current: <1mA (continuous)

•

Alarm sensitivity range: 10μA to 450μA

(factory-set to 200μA)

•

Recommended coating thickness range

(using NACE SP0274):

6kV models : 4μm - 576μm

30kV models : 13μm - 14.4mm

40kV models : 13μm - 25.6mm

•

Built-in test standard compliance: NACE

SP0274/ NACE SP0490/NACE SP0180/ASTM

D5172/ASTM G62/ISO 21809-2

†

Output voltage range:

•

Unit: 1.64kg, 172mm x 85mm x 235mm

•

Handle: 720g, 290mm x 85mm

•

When packed: Dimensions: Weight:

Basic kit: 580 x 440 x 250mm 9.4kg

Standard/Pipeline kit: 580 x 440 x 250mm 11.4kg

Complete kit: 510 x 250 x 630mm 13.6kg

•

Battery type: 4 x D-cell/LR20

•

Meter accuracy: <10kV: +/- 10V. >=10kV +/-

100V

•

Current meter FSD: 450μA

•

Maximum relative humidity: 80% non-

condensing

•

Working altitude: <2000m

•

Temperature range: 0ºC - +40ºC

Model

Low Range

Increment

High Range

Increment

Polarity

Battery Life

PHD Pro2 (6kV)

500V-6kV

10V

N/A

Positive

16 hours

PHD Pro2 (30kV) 0.9kV-10kV 10V

10.1kV-30kV

100V Positive 10 hours

PHD Pro2 (40kV)

0.9kV-10kV

10V

10.1kV-40kV

100V

Positive

8 hours

Note: Due to ongoing technical developments, all stated information is typical and is subject to change without notice or obligation.

* Test conducted in accordance with BS EN50356. Test units fitted with 10,000mAh NiMH rechargeable cells. Instrument output voltage set

to maximum.

† These standards are pre-programmed and are provided for convenience. However, it is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the

correct settings are chosen for the intended application of this unit.

Maintenance

The PHD Pro2 is designed for minimum maintenance by the user, however the following periodic

checks/actions are recommended:

The exterior of the unit should be cleaned

regularly. Stubborn dirt may be removed with a

moistened cloth (99% water +1% mild

detergent). Mild solutions may be used to

remove greasy dirt. Do not allow cleaning fluid

to enter the unit. The use of other cleaning

agents may lead to damage to the detector’s

surface areas.

Our service team will ensure your detector’s

performance is within our strict tolerances and

carry out a thorough inspection of the entire kit;

advising you of any repairs required.

It is advisable to remove the batteries and keep

them fully charged when the unit is not in use.

NOTE: The PHD Pro2 requires annual calibration by an approved provider. For more details,

visit: www.buckleysinternational.com/repairs

Please register this product via Buckleys’

website and download the Warranty

Registration Certificate.

Once your product is registered, you will receive

the following benefits:

•

Annual service & calibration reminders by

•

Latest industry news relating to yourproduct

•

Be the first to hear about our new products

We strive to improve the quality of our products

and service. By registering your product, you

can help us monitor overall quality of our

products, service and dealer network.

Additionally, if we ever need to contact you

regarding your product, we are able to do so

immediately.

To register your product, simply visit:

www.buckleysinternational.com/registration

... complete the online form and click on ‘SUBMIT’

Useful Advice

Instrument sensitivity

Several variables including the test material

itself, temperature, solar load and electrode

type and size will impact the sensitivity setting

required. The detector will show a low-level

current draw in micro-amps (µA) as the

electrode is passed over a coating. A sensitivity

setting around 100µA above the displayed

current draw is often suitable; although

attention should be given to verify the

effectiveness of the sensitivity setting; too low

may cause false-alarms and too high could

cause faults to go undetected.

It may not always be possible to determine a

suitable sensitivity setting. In such cases,

increasing the sensitivity until the detector

switches to ‘Spark Only’ mode prevents the

alarm from triggering unless a direct connection

to ground is made. A higher test voltage may

be required to compensate for current drawn

as the electrode passes over the coating. This

method is less precise and will not detect weak

or thin areas as readily.

This new generation instrument is capable of

detecting flaws much more rapidly than

previous models. As a result of this, it is possible

to get multiple alerts for a single flaw, which

may be inconvenient or distracting for the

operator. In this case, the Alarm Suppression

may be adjusted – a setting of zero indicates no

suppression, and higher settings will

progressively reduce the likelihood of multiple

alerts.

We recommend using the lowest comfortable

setting as this reduces the chances of missing a

second flaw close to one detected first.

Quick Start Guide

Kit Contents

Upon delivery of your PHD Pro2, please take the time to ensure that the kit is complete, and all

components shown below are present and undamaged:

Item

Description

PHD Pro2

Basic Kit

PHD Pro2

Standard Kit

PHD Pro

Complete Kit

A Main detector unit



B Test probe handle and nosecone



C Interconnecting lead



D Electrostatic discharge wristband



E Calibration certificate



F 150mm stainless steel drum brush electrode



G 5m earth cable on reel



Trailing earth lead



I D-cell batteries



J D-cell rechargeable batteries

- 



K Battery charger with mains power adaptors and

in-car charger*



L Mid-section extension rod



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M End-section extension rod



N Straight phosphor-bronze brush electrode

250mm

450mm

O Test voltage calculator



P Pair of knurled locknuts



Q Rolling spring electrode claw

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R Pointed probe electrode



S Padded carry bag with shoulder strap



T 50m earth extension cable on reel



U Robust black transit case



V High-visibility transit case with CNC router cut

insert



W 150mm straight angled rubber electrode



* For details of the battery charger, please refer to the manual included with the charger.

Risk Assessment

It the user’s responsibility to complete a risk assessment before using Buckleys equipment. The following

points offer some guidance but must not be assumed to be complete or sufficient.

Personal safety

•

Have all users been trained in the correct

and safe use of the instruments?

•

Are they aware that the instrument

produces high voltages, and can give

electric shocks if used incorrectly?

•

Is the instrument in good condition,

undamaged? Is the instrument dry? Are the

accessories similarly in good condition, dry

and undamaged?

•

Is it possible to ensure that persons with

pacemakers, cochlear implants or trans-

dermal implants of any kind are sufficiently

far from the instrument & test site to be safe?

•

Ozone is an irritant gas which will be

produced when the instrument produces

sparks – is the test outdoors, or is there

sufficient, suitable ventilation in place to

ensure that this is not hazardous?

•

Is the access route to the area of the test

safe? Is fall protection necessary? If so, is it

in place?

•

Has the instrument been properly grounded

to a metallic grounding point?

•

Should you use the anti-static wristband to

prevent static charge build-up?

Explosion & Fire Risk

•

Buckleys high-voltage instruments will

produce sparks - Are you certain that there

is no risk of an explosive atmosphere?

•

Have all easily-ignited and/or flammable

materials been removed from the area to

be tested?

EMC & RFI

•

Buckleys high-voltage instruments will

produce sparks which may create

interference in nearby electronic apparatus,

particularly communication and computer

equipment.

•

Are you certain that there is no risk of such

interference causing a danger to others –

particularly medical or life support

equipment?

•

Are you sure that there is no risk of such

interference causing costs or inconvenience

to others – e.g. industrial processes,

measuring equipment, scientific apparatus,

domestic radio and TV?

Other Risks

•

Have you checked that there are no

ongoing processes in the area (e.g. below

the roof you’re working on) that may be

dangerous – X-ray machines, other

radiation?

•

Are you certain that the instrument has not

been immersed, dropped or otherwise

damaged in a way that is not obvious?

•

Have you verified that the ground

connection is actually grounded?

•

Is the person responsible for site safety

aware of / fully understanding the testing

you are going to do, and has it been

reviewed in line with the site procedures?

Factory Settings

In order to use the PHD Pro2, you will need to adjust the instrument settings to suit your specific

application – see page 9. The following is a summary of the settings as set in the factory:

Output voltage: 10kV

Alarm suppression: 0

Testing standard: Manual

Sensitivity: 200µA

Alarm volume: 5

Screen contrast: 5

NOTE: Wherever you are intending to use

equipment of this type, on your site or on a

customer’s, always obtain clearance from the

company safety officer.

Quick Start Guide

Setup

Setup (continued)

Instrument settings

Switch the instrument on by pressing a. The screen displays

the following information (see fig.8):

ABattery level indicator

BTest probe handle connected

CVoltage currently applied to electrode

DCurrent draw at electrode

EOutput lock ON/OFF

FSensitivity threshold

GSet test voltage

HSensitivity threshold graph

I Handle temperature

Setting interface language