Astronics Test Systems Introduces New Wire Fault Test Solution
September 18 2018 - 6:30AM
Business Wire
The ATS-6100 WFT offers a breakthrough
solution for isolating wire faults
Astronics Corporation (NASDAQ:ATRO), a leading provider of
advanced technologies for the global aerospace, defense and
semiconductor industries, announced today that its wholly owned
subsidiary Astronics Test Systems is introducing the new ATS-6100
WFT (Wire Fault Tester). By detecting both existing and potential
wire faults, this tester will help extend the life of aging
military or civil aircraft, ships, ground vehicles, and other high
vibration equipment where operational failure would be
catastrophic.
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For the maintenance of aging vehicles and
equipment, the new ATS-6100 Wire Fault Tester from Astronics Test
Systems delivers unmatched capabilities to detect both hard and
soft faults before catastrophic failure occurs. (Photo: Business
Wire)
This is the newest addition to Astronics’ lineup of portable,
software-defined test solutions, providing powerful support to
critical teams worldwide. As a handheld, self-contained tablet, the
ATS-6100 WFT is the first wire tester capable of both soft
(intermittent) and hard fault detection. The future-supportable
platform contains all necessary hardware and software for
comprehensive verification testing and fault detection and
isolation of metallic wiring with superior noise rejection.
“Our core mission is to ensure optimal performance of critical
systems and protect lives, as evidenced in our new, revolutionary
solution for wire fault testing,” commented Brian Price, Executive
Vice President of Astronics Test Systems. “The ATS-6100 WFT
eliminates guesswork, delivering the perfect balance of voltage and
energy for precise fault location and easy repair. We are excited
to help customers maximize the ROI of aging equipment and minimize
unnecessary spending.”
About the ATS-6100 WFT
The ATS-6100 WFT precisely detects and locates both hard and
soft faults, ending unnecessary replacement equipment purchases due
to misdiagnosis or “no fault found” results.
As a single-ended application, the tester eliminates the need to
terminate the opposite end of the cable for testing, limiting human
interaction and leaving cables undisturbed in the system.
The unique design of the ATS-6100 WFT combines patented low
energy, high voltage (LEHV) and spread spectrum time domain
reflectometer (SSTDR) technologies to precisely locate and assess
both existing and potential wire faults.
Engineered with longevity in mind, the ATS-6100 WFT leverages a
software-based design giving users the flexibility to test both
current and future metallic conductor wiring within system cables
and harnesses.
Additional features include:
- Latest SSTDR technology to easily
locate opens and shorts in interior/ exterior wiring and cabling,
including long haul cabling
- LEHV time domain reflectometer (TDR) to
detect and locate soft faults on un-powered conductors without
powering or moving the cable
- Detection of intermittent/soft fault
conditions, such as chafing or cracking of a wire’s insulator
- Velocity of propagation (VoP)
calculation mode
- Configurable Windows-based software
support on user-friendly touchscreen interface
- Portable, lightweight, ultra-rugged
design to enable easy use within the harshest environments
Astronics Test Systems will display and demonstrate the new
ATS-6100 WFT at AUTOTESTCON in National Harbor, Maryland, September
17-20, 2018. For complete product details, to view the solution
sheet, or to request a quote, please visit Astronics.com.
Astronics Test Systems leverages nearly 60 years of experience
to offer automatic test expertise to electronics manufacturers in
the aerospace, military, semiconductor, medical, space, mass
transit, and automotive industries. Astronics’ test solutions
ensure the world’s most advanced electronic products perform as
designed, every time.
ABOUT ASTRONICS CORPORATION
Astronics Corporation (NASDAQ: ATRO) serves the world’s
aerospace, defense and semiconductor industries with proven,
innovative technology solutions. Astronics works
side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power,
connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test
technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50
years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused
solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe
manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and
Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and
innovation of Astronics.
For more information on Astronics and its solutions,
visit Astronics.com.
Note to editors: Astronics Test Systems is taking appointments
to demonstrate the new ATS-6100 WFT to editors at Autotestcon.
Please contact Elizabeth Flattery to arrange an appointment.
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