User Manual

16455 TruTrack Ultrasonic Leak Detector

Other Applications

1. Electrical Arcing: A jump in electrical current or ARC makes a

popping, frying, or buzzing noise in the ultrasonic range. The

TruTrack can be used to locate electrical failures that cause a

decline in power quality. Use the detector to test circuit breakers,

buss bars, relays, corrosion in contacts, or poor insulation.

WARNING

Work with care and use common sense around

electrical currents. Use the plastic wave-guide to

help you determine where currents are located;

and to prevent personal injury, keep a safe distance from

the electrical currents.

2. Ductwork: Leaking ducts can be a significant source of energy

loss. The TruTrack can be used to identify the sound of leaking air

from a pressurized duct system.

3. Pneumatics and Hydraulics: Leaks are quite common in pneu-

matic systems (controls, hoses, tools, fittings). Listen for the rushing

sound of the leak.

4. Leaks Behind Walls or Under Insulation: This type of leak is

difficult to find by any method; drywall and insulation drastically

reduce the amount of sound present on the opposite side. Although

TruTrack was not designed to find this type of leak, it has been

somewhat successful finding large leaks in these

situations.

Other Applications