The Tinker & Rasor Model M/1
Detector has received wide acceptance in the corrosion control and industrial
painting industry as a device for locating bare spots (or holidays) in the thin protective
films which are sprayed or brushed on metal or concrete surfaces. This detector is
non-destructive, and the applied voltage to the coating never exceeds 67.5 volts at any
time.The inspection electrode consists of a 2"
x 2" x 7" cellulose sponge which, when dampened with water, is moved over the
coated surface. When the electrode passes a void or bare spot, a small current flows and
actuates an audible signal in the instrument. The damp sponge provides an electrically
conductive film that contacts the surface being inspected and insures good inspection even
in corners and around irregular shapes where holidays are most likely to occur.
The design of the M/1 includes
a regulated inspection voltage, instant calibration verification, and a
six-cell battery pack using commonly available "AA" size batteries. The unit
is housed in a tough ABS plastic instrument case. For high-noise environments, Tinker
& Rasor offers comfortable headphones as an option for the new M/1.
Model M1/AC has the same
specifications as Model M/1, with the exception that it is powered by 110V
AC power, as opposed to battery power.
Features
- Non-destructive, sponge-type holiday
detector.
- Regulated 67.5V DC output.
- Push-button calibration check.
- Two resistance settings:
80Ω for tanks and pipe
90Ω for coatings on concrete.
- Instant calibration verification
- New six cell battery pack of AA size batteries readily
available anywhere.
- Optional comfortable headphones for high noise environments.
- Non-destructive detector case made of a tough ABS plastic.
M/1 & M1/AC Holiday
Detector Kits
Kits include: Instrument, wand
with 18"phenolic handle, clamp and 6' cable (longer wand handles
available); cellulose sponge electrode 2" x 2" x 7"; ground wire with 15' cable and clamp;
and set of instructions.
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Model M/1 low voltage holiday detector kit.
DC (battery powered) portable instrument. |
Model M1/AC low voltage holiday detector kit.
AC powered supply (110V AC) in-plant instrument. |
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Custom Electrodes.
Suitable for internal and external coatings on metal and
concrete structures. |
Specifications
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Output voltages |
67.5V DC |
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Number of voltage settings |
20 |
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Resistance |
80Ω for
coating on metal. 90Ω for coating on concrete.
Factory setting is 80Ω, can be changed to 90Ω. |
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M/1 case dimensions |
5" x
4" x 2" (13 x 10 x 5 cm) |
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M/1 weight |
1 lb (0.45
kg) |
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M/1 shipping dimensions |
2-" x
5.5" x 4" (51 x 14 x 10 cm) |
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M/1 shipping weight |
3 lbs (1.35
kg) |
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M1/AC shipping dimensions |
14.5" x
10.25" x 7.5" (37 x 26 x 19 cm) |
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M1/AC shipping weight |
12 lbs (5.44
kg) |

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