SUTO S530 Leak detector for pneumatic systems

Operating Principle

When gases leak through tubes and tanks an ultrasonic sound is produced which can be detected by the SUTO S530 even from several meters distance. SUTO S530 transforms these inaudible signals into a frequency which can be easily heard by using the supplied noise isolated headset.The integrated laser pointer helps to spot the leak from distance. In unpressurized systems an ultrasonic tone generator can be used whose sound will leak through small openings.

Cost saving

Compressed air is one of the most expensive energy forms. Only in Germany 60,000 pneumatic systems consume 14,000,000,000 kWh electiricty every year. 15% to 20% of this could easily be saved (Peter Radgen, Fraunhofer Institute, Karlsruhe). A large portion of these costs are caused by leaks in compressed air systems. The air "escapes" unused.

Calculation example at 0.6 MPa:
1 hole 1 mm diameter = 270 EUR/year