Ultrasonic leak detectors can be used to detect any type of gas, including CFC, HFC, nitrogen, CO2, steam, and others. The volume of the leak’s sound is dependent on the amount of pressure in the system. The higher the pressure, the easier it will be to hear the leak. Read More…
Leading Manufacturers
Spectronics Corporation
Westbury, NY | 800-274-8888Spectronics, the world leader in ultraviolet technology, is the manufacturer of the Spectroline® fluorescent leak detection products for refrigerant leak detection. Our AR-GLO® fluorescent dye is safe for AC&R systems, compressors and refrigerant appliances. In business since 1955.
Superior Signal Co., Inc.
Old Bridge, NJ | 800-945-8378We are a leader of leak detection technology and it has been our mission to manufacture the latest innovations in our industry. We offer a full line of leak detectors for HVAC/R leak detection, air leak detection, automotive leak detection and much more. If you would like more information about our company then please give us a call today!
UE Systems Inc.
Elmsford, NY | 800-223-1325UE Systems manufactures the most advanced ultrasonic leak detectors in the world. Our famous Ultraprobe series is the standard of portable airborne ultrasound instrumentation, detecting vacuum and pressure leaks, electrical discharges, faulty valves and steam traps, and trends in mechanical operations.
SENSIT Technologies
Valparaiso, IN | 219-759-1142We offer a wide variety of products to our customers, ranging from electronic leak detectors to helium detectors. We are proud supporters of our customers, and we offer many services including problem assessment and system installation. We work hard to satisfy the needs of all customers. Contact us for more info today!
RKI Instruments, Inc.
Union City, CA | 800-754-5165Intek, Inc. produces chemical-type pipeline leak detectors, ideal for leak testing systems under air or gas pressure, even for testing telephone cable. Our product is available in a spray bottle, a dauber bottle and by the gallon. Call us today or check out our website for more information.
Ultrasonic Leak Detectors - Furness ControlsIn order to be successful, this method of leak detection must be performed in an area that is completely quiet. This factor greatly reduces the commonality of ultrasonic leak detectors. These particular detectors are always light weight and portable, so much so that they can be carried around by plumbers, who might use them in domestic plumbing situations where a natural gas leak or refrigerant leak is possible. Of course, because of the necessary silence involved, other methods, such as electronic detectors or gas detectors are most likely attempted first.
Being hand held is another characteristic that makes it easier when ultrasonic detectors are employed seeking large gas leaks in industrial environments. In those situations it may be that the piping suspected of leaking is underground or in the walls, and having easily maneuverable equipment speeds up the process considerably.
The specific process ultrasonic detectors use to locate gas leaks is called heterodyning. It is incredibly close to the technology utilized by radio transmissions and the ultrasound sonograms parents view their unborn children through. The sound wave that is unheard by the human ear is located by the detector and translated into an electronic impulse that tells the tester where to go.
It is a much safer option then some detector processes that involve open flames and the potential for fire or explosions. This technological advance in leak detection is important because it has reduced the hazardous exposure to chemicals, which occurs with more involved detection processes.
Also, with the help of the portable ultrasonic leak detectors, technicians with little to no experience are able to use this product and successfully detect and mark a pipe or vessel that is leaking.