Pundit Pile Integrity + Impact Echo PI8000
The Pundit Pile Integrity and Impact Echo PI8000 is a portable and versatile testing device used for assessing the integrity of piles and other deep foundations. It employs both pile integrity testing (PIT) and impact echo (IE) methods to evaluate the structural condition of piles. The system works by sending low-frequency waves through the pile and measuring the response to detect flaws, such as cracks, voids, or soil anomalies. This makes it ideal for evaluating newly installed piles or monitoring the condition of existing ones in construction projects.
With its user-friendly interface and accurate data output, the PI8000 helps engineers and construction professionals ensure that foundations are strong and reliable. It is commonly used in various industries, including civil engineering, construction, and infrastructure, for applications such as quality control, foundation assessment, and structural evaluations. The device's ability to perform non-destructive testing ensures minimal disruption to ongoing projects while providing quick and reliable results for foundation integrity.
Rapid solution for concrete piles testing, concrete slab testing, thickness measurement and defect detection
- Multiple applications using a single probe and app
- Real-time data collection with wireless probe
- Instant, secure collaboration with colleagues
Applications:
2-in-1 probe for testing piles and concrete plates / Quick past-fail evaluation of concrete piles / Pile length assessment / Mapping of concrete plate thickness / Detection of internal defects such as voids or delaminations / Asset inspection (buildings, bridges, piles) / Pile integrity test
Standard for Pundit Pile Integrity + Impact Echo PI8000
- ASTM C1383: This standard provides guidelines for measuring the pulse velocity of concrete using ultrasonic testing, helping assess the material's quality and detect potential issues like voids or cracks.
- ASTM D5882: This standard outlines procedures for using ultrasonic methods to evaluate the thickness of concrete structures, providing valuable data for assessing their integrity and durability.
- DGZfP Merkblatt B11: A German guideline for non-destructive testing in concrete, this document focuses on ultrasonic pulse velocity and other methods for evaluating the condition and quality of concrete structures.
- RI-ZFP-TU: A technical guideline from Germany that provides instructions for using non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, including ultrasonic and radar technologies, for evaluating concrete and other building materials.
Technical Specifications:
Model Number |
PI8000 |
Range |
>35 kHz, +/- 50 g |
Resonant frequency |
> 50 kHz
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Sampling Rate |
400 kSPS |
Weight |
144 g (Including battery) |
Battery |
Standard AA, alkaline or rechargeable |
Dimensions |
85 x 56 x 59 mm |
Connections |
Low energy Bluetooth ®, USB-C for charging and updates (USB-C for Wi-Fi restricted areas - coming
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Measuring Range |
Impact Echo: max thickness = 60 to 80cm depending on concrete quality and selected impactor Pile Integrity: max ratio Length/Diameter = 30 to 60 depending on the soil conditions (hard soils to soft soils) |