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Comet Product Catalog 1

Led by experience. Driven by curiosity.

Comet Technologies
Product Catalog
Portable and mobile
X-ray systems
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Meet the future

It begins with a dream A powerful computer with an intuitive user inter- “We also know, first-hand, the treatment our Excellent image quality with
Creating a product usually starts with a dream that face is the core of CONTROL EVO. With direct products have to withstand. It’s a tough job.” He digital technology
is often compromised by the design limitations of access to primary and advanced functions and smiles. “When you’re out on field inspection, you’re By introducing the small 1.0 mm focal spot, we also
materials, technology, or resources. At Comet, we features such as exposure calculations and exposu- not wearing kid gloves, and the knocks, drops, and significantly improve the image quality by reducing
don’t compromise on our dreams. By combining our re profiles, the unit simplifies and speeds up both scrapes from regular users have to be taken into un-sharpness, making the output resolution higher,
years of experience and know-how with the latest fieldwork and diagnostics. EVO’s stride,” says Jan. and detecting defects or seeing small details better,
design thinking, we’ve created the most uncompro- generating much sharper image output.
mising product range yet - meet the EVO. An advanced exposure calculator allows users to With its smart, robust design, improved ergonomics
define input for film type profiles, material type, for better handling, and integrated protective It ensures superior digital detector based inspection
thickness and density, distance to the object, and bumpers, the EVO series is built to last. And with and significant advantages when using a conventio-
An uncompromising approach the required kilovolt. It also calculates the optimal the IP65 protection standard, it’s fully operational in nal film, optimizing the exposure time and making
“When we started the EVO project, our ambition mA setting and exposure in real-time. User support dusty and wet conditions, with the cabinet protec- radiography inspection more efficient.
was to create a portable product range with high is also provided for all film types and digital imaging. ting all vital parts.
X-ray performance and a state of the art interface,”
explains Product Manager Jan Bressendorff, one of Winner of the Red Dot Award
the great minds behind the EVO series. Built for extremes Looking back and moving forward safely EVO is an award-winning top achievement after
“Part of the brief for the design of the EVO series “Knowing how long-lasting and robust our existing being presented with the prestigious Red Dot
“When constructing portable equipment, it’s crucial was that it should be extremely robust and work Comet products are, we designed the CONTROL Award, Best of the Best in Product Design.
to find the right balance. The trick is to make anywhere in the world – even in the harshest and EVO to be retro-compatible – with support for all
products that are light-weight and still robust with most remote environments,” says Jan Bressendorff. product-specific cables. With our new design, we Statement by the jury: “The design of EVO impres-
high performance. Usually, this results in a trade-off were very much aware that our customers needed sively combines the innovative technology of the
– but not with the EVO series, where we’ve succee- “One of the real-life challenges faced by our custo- to maximize the value of all their existing equip- CONTROL EVO unit with a portable system for
ded in making the range even more robust and mers around the world is an inconsistent or diffe- ment and to make fleet management flexible and non-destructive testing. As such, this system sets
light-weight while improving the thermal perfor- ring electrical power supply. That’s why we equipped efficient,” says Jan Bressendorff. new standards for the future. It fascinates with a
mance.” the new CONTROL EVO with a Power Factor highly user-friendly operation, which allows it to be
Correction module that can handle voltage input “And safe operation is a given,” he adds. “The EVO perfectly adjusted to various workflows even under
from 85 to 264 VAC. Now, you can be fully operatio- series complies with all international radiation the most extreme conditions. It is compact and
The heart of the system nal on every global power grid and insensitive to leakage standards and the European machinery ergonomically well thought-through.”
The control unit, CONTROL EVO, combined with the unstable grid voltages,” he adds. directive. It doesn’t get safer than that.”
redesigned EVO tube head, is a system that sets
the standard for many years to come.
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The EVO series


Comet Technologies systems are light, of high quality and have been designed for flexible field
inspection, in all types of industrial environments. The combination of our new EVO tube heads
and CONTROL EVO is the key to a significantly improved workflow.

Built to last Smarter workflow High performance


Designed and built in Denmark; the EVO systems The ergonomic design and the low weight makes the Built to meet the highest international safety
are comprised of the best components and assem- EVO systems easy to handle and re-position. A broad standards, each unit is individually tested and
bled with the utmost care – making them reliable, temperature range from -20°C to +50°C makes the measured for safety and accuracy. The EVO sys-
long lasting and a sound investment. They are fitted EVO systems reliable and ensures smooth operation tems feature focal spots from 1.0 mm to 3.0 mm
with a high quality metal ceramic X-ray tube and even in extreme environments. The intuitive interface and ranges from 750 W to 900 W constant poten-
the robust composite casing now protects all vital allows for a smarter workflow. tial X-ray power ensuring high performance, shorter
parts even better. The systems meet the IP65 exposure times and high resolution results.
standard, making them fully operational in dusty
and wet conditions.

Specifications EVO 200P EVO 300P EVO 160D EVO 200D EVO 225D/DS EVO 300D/DS EVO 300DW EVO225D/1200 EVO 300D/1200

Weight 28 kg 36 kg 22 kg 23 kg 26 kg 29 kg 31 kg 28 kg 36 kg

Height 665 mm 804 mm 611 mm 635 mm 708 mm 774 mm 774 mm 808 mm 910 mm

Focal spot size EN 12543 0.4 x 4.0 mm 0.5 x 5.5 mm 1.0 mm 1.0 mm 3.0 / 1.0 mm 3.0 / 1.0 mm 3.0 mm 3.0 mm 3.0 mm

High voltage adjustment 30 – 200 kV 50 – 300 kV 20 – 160 kV 30 – 200 kV 40 – 225 kV 50 – 300 kV 50 – 300 kV 25 – 225 kV 60 – 300 kV

mA adjustment 0.5 – 6.0 mA 0.5 – 4.5 mA 0.5 – 7.0 mA 0.5 – 6.0 mA 0.5 – 5.5 mA 0.5 – 4.5 mA 0.5 – 4.5 mA 0.5 – 10 mA 0.5 – 6.5 mA

Max X-ray power 750 W 750 W 750 W 750 W 900 W 900 W 900 W 1200 W 1200 W

Beam angle 38˚ x 360˚ 38˚ x 360˚ 40˚ x 60˚ 40˚ x 60˚ 40˚ x 60˚ / 30˚ x 60˚ 40˚ x 60˚ / 30˚ x 60˚ 40˚ x 60˚ 40˚ x 60˚ 40˚ x 60˚

Leakage radiation Max. 2.0 mSv/h Max. 5.0 mSv/h Max. 2.0 mSv/h Max. 2.0 mSv/h Max. 5.0 mSv/h Max. 5.0 mSv/h Max. 5.0 mSv/h Max. 5.0 mSv/h Max. 5.0 mSv/h

Environment IP65 IP65 IP65 IP65 IP65 IP65 IP65 IP65 IP65

Temperature range -20˚C to +50˚C -20˚C to +50˚C -20˚C to +50˚C -20˚C to +50˚C -20˚C to +50˚C -20˚C to +50˚C -20˚C to +50˚C -20˚C to +50˚C -20˚C to +50˚C

Cont. exposure 35˚C, max kV, max mA Min. 1 hour Min. 1 hour Min. 1 hour Min. 1 hour Min. 1 hour Min. 1 hour Continuous * 1 hour ** 1 hour

* 30˚C
** 30˚C, 225 kV / 4.4 mA
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CONTROL EVO

Built to last control of the system via a USB-to-Serial converter,


Designed and built in Denmark, the CONTROL EVO saving diagnostics reports and can also be used for
is based on state of the art technology. The unit is software updates in the field. It even has Blue-
fitted with a high quality die-casted aluminium tooth™ for future applications. All of these make
chassis protecting all vital parts. It meets the IP66 the EVO system smart and future-proof.
standard, making the CONTROL EVO fully opera-
tional in dusty and wet conditions. It is reliable, long
lasting and a sound investment. Exposure calculator
The advanced built-in exposure calculator in the
CONTROL EVO ensures fast exposure calculations,
Smarter workflow as well as uniform results and optimised exposure
The ergonomic design and shoulder strap makes the times. It accommodates the use of a wide range of
CONTROL EVO easy to handle and re-position. All films, materials and settings.
information is clearly displayed on the 6.5 inches
high contrast color screen. The unit features an
exposure calculator and has an intuitive interface Power supply
with a wide range of advanced functionalities – The AC-mains voltage range spans from 85 to 264
equalling a smarter workflow. VAC and from 45 to 65 Hz, supporting global
operation. The power factor correction module
ensures stable operation, where AC-mains are
Compatible unstable.
The CONTROL EVO is backwards compatible with
the PXS portable X-ray systems. It has an Ethernet
interface allowing for remote diagnostics and
software updates. The USB interface facilitates,

Specifications
Weight 13 kg

Display 6.5” LCD Color

Max X-ray power 1200 W*

High voltage adjustment / 1 kV Res. 20 – 300 kV*

mA adjustment / 0.1 mA Res. 0.5 – 10 mA*

Exposure time 1 sec. - 60 min. or ∞*

Interfaces Ethernet, Bluetooth and USB

Number of exposure profiles 100

Exposure history Last 100 exposures

Environment IP66

Temperature range -20°C to +50°C

* Depends on tube head type


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Smart service Smart solutions

You need equipment you can rely on, day in day It’s a competitive market and even the smallest
out. Built in Denmark to stringent specifications advantages can prove to be the tipping point in
with the highest quality components, our hard fought tenders. As the leading global
products are both built to last and operate provider of X-ray inspection equipment for
accurately even under the harshest situations. industrial applications, we have the right
solution to match nearly every application.
These initiatives have been tailored to increase
operational excellence and support your produc- To further strengthen your position, we have
tion flow in the best possible way, maximizing designed three initiatives that we trust will
production uptime. support your business and provide you with
better customer service.

Rebuild package Rental program


The rebuild package will extend Alleviate cash flow issues with
the overall lifetime of your our rental program. Custom-
portable X-ray system and ers have the opportunity to
thereby maximize the system’s rent portable X-ray systems,
uptime, thus eliminating poten- with a signed rental agree-
tial and costly production ment, including a specified
stoppages. time frame, terms, and price.

Service check Exchange program


The service check ensures that Customers with functional
your portable and mobile X-ray equipment, have the opportu-
system is in optimal condition. nity to return the equipment
Your system will undergo a as a part of an exchange
systematic evaluation of its program, where a specified
performance level and overall amount will be deducted from
condition, and will be serviced the customer’s new equipment
with a preventative exchange of purchased in exchange for the
basic wearing parts. trade-in.

Calibration package Extended warranty


By calibrating your portable and An extended 12-month or
mobile X-ray system regularly, 24-month full product war-
you will fulfill both internal and ranty is available at the time
external requirements for of purchase for portable and
quality assurance as well as to mobile X-ray systems of all
ensure that your X-ray system variants. This option will add
performs in accordance with the to the overall level of customer
system’s specifications. comfort by eliminating
unexpected extra costs in case
of product downtime.
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Smart
accessories
9 10 11 1. 4-Legged Tube Stand**
2. 3-Legged Tube Stand**
3. Light-Weight Tube Stand
4. Mobile Tube Stand**
5. Flight Case CONTROL EVO
6. Lead Cone Package*
7. External Lamp, Ultra-Bright
8. Warning Lamps
In our world, time is everything. The smarter
9. Flight Case EVO Tube Heads*
we help you and your people work, the faster 10. Double Door Contact

and better you’ll get the job done. Working 11. Revolving Hand Ring only
for EVO 225D/1200
smart means accuracy, safety and reliability, 12. Water Cooler
and most important, it means avoiding costly 13. Lamp Tower with Siren
14. Door and Lamp Cables
disruptions to your workflow.
* Only for directional
X-ray systems
A broad range of high-quality accessories is ** Only for directional X-ray
available for the EVO series. These various systems except the EVO
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accessories enable a smarter workflow and
support multiple applications in all environ-
ments.

Our range of accessories makes the use of


portable X-ray equipment safer, more efficient
and convenient when challenging working
conditions has to be solved.

The accessories are not only designed to be


used in rough conditions but also to be agile
and user-friendly for customers when using
portable X-ray systems.
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The XMB series

Smarter workflow High performance


The mobile XMB X-ray system from Comet Tech- The XMB is available in 100, 160 and 225 kV vari-
nologies is easy to handle and perfectly designed ants, and is operative from 7.5 kV up to a maximum
for dealing with challenging inspection jobs at of 225 kV, with an extremely high X-ray power of up
power plants, on aircraft structures and in the to 2.25 kW. The system features a broad mA range
petrochemical industry. Our mobile X-ray solution from 0–20 mA depending on the chosen system
supports high voltage cables with lengths up to 20 and X-ray tube. The versatile XMB high-perfor-
meters, and combined with a compact metal mance system will give you the competitive edge by
ceramic X-ray tube mounted on the flexible high reducing exposure time and creating a smarter
voltage cable, it performs excellently in challenging workflow.
environments in narrow and hard-to-reach areas.

Versatile
The constant potential XMB X-ray system supports
a wide range of high quality X-ray tubes, both
directional and panoramic variants, with different
sizes of focal spots. The modular design of the
mobile system means it can be easily adapted to
deal with diverse inspection jobs in confined spaces,
just by changing the X-ray tube. The XMB is fully
compatible with both film and digital imaging and
can be used for a large range of difficult tasks
without compromising your workflow.

Specifications XMB 100 XMB 160 XMB 225


Weight Approx. 180 kg Approx. 184 kg Approx. 190 kg

Height x depth 1630 x 980 mm 1630 x 980 mm 1630 x 980 mm

Width of axis 600 mm 600 mm 600 mm

High voltage adjustment 7.5 – 100 kV 7.5 – 160 kV 10 – 225 kV

mA adjustment 0 – 20 mA 0 – 20 mA 0 – 15 mA

Max X-ray power 1500 W 2250 W 2250 W

Cable length 10, 15 or 20 m 10, 15 or 20 m 10, 15 or 20 m


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Built to last

Gas compressor station The EVO series is robust and built to endure rough
near Egtved, Denmark handling, and it is also lightweight for easy positio-
Per Kopperup Andersen has been an NDT Inspector ning.
with FORCE Technology since 2010, while working
with Comet Technologies portable products. He is Since low weight and ergonomics are essential to
working alongside his colleague, NDT inspector, Lars Lars, he uses the EVO 225D for this inspection job.
Andersen, and inspecting weld seams on pipelines, „NDT Inspectors often find themselves in awkward
for ELnet Danmark, during the construction of the positions while positioning the tube head. These
new gas compressor station near Egtved in Den- strenuous situations sometimes result in the
mark. Once up and running, the gas compressor operator dropping the tube head, which may
station will increase the gas transmission network‘s damage it“.
capacity in Denmark.
The EVO series is built for easy positioning and
For this inspection job, Per uses the EVO 225D, handling and is well suited for these kinds of
which is made by Comet Technologies in Denmark. situations. The tube heads are robust and can
„Relying on your equipment is of paramount withstand bumps from rough handling, and light-
importance. The equipment has to withstand all the weight for easy positioning. „There is a lot to be said
stress and rough handling that comes with field about the importance of tube head ergonomics. I
operation. When you bring a tube head on-site to prefer tube heads to be as light as possible.
do an inspection job, it has to work“.
„The relatively low weight of the EVO 225D makes it
„The EVO 225D is reliable and robust. Over the past easy to both handle and position. The EVO is robust
four years, I have not experienced one single and has great ergonomics. It‘s robust and easy to
breakdown, and even though I have dropped them a position on pipes“.
couple of times, they continue to function just fine“.
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Revealing insights

Quality
You need equipment you can rely on, day in day out.
Built in Denmark to stringent specifications with
the highest quality components, our products are
both built to last and operate accurately even under
the harshest situations. For us, the highest priority
is placed on quality: the quality of our X-ray equip-
ment and, as a result, the quality of your products.

Trust
You work in unpredictable challenging environments
and sometimes things don’t go as planned. That’s
when it’s good to know that we´ve got your back.
With our comprehensive support and local service
and repair network, you can trust us to keep
downtime to a minimum.

Experience
With Comet, you’re in good company. As the
leading global provider of X-ray inspection equip-
ment for industrial applications, we have the right
solution to match nearly every application. Our
years of experience have enabled us to gain the
confidence and trust of some of the world’s top
companies in a wide range of demanding business
areas. We’d like to think that your company is next.

Comet Technologies Denmark A/S


Helgeshøj Alle 38, 2630 Taastrup, Denmark
T +45 72 40 77 00
VAT DK 18 21 52 33
Web: xray.comet.tech
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Mail: mail.xray.dk@comet.tech

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