In case there are any problems in the gearbox of any machine then after using condition-monitoring system, the analyst can provide any diagnosis. After that, the technician will also confirm the problem, usually by performing borescope inspection.
By obtaining visual picture of the bearings and gears will offer the best methods to tell about the health of your gearbox. If we get a picture of damaged component of gear then it will be tangible evidence of suspected condition.
However, the challenge, actually lies in performing a proper inspection and also documenting the findings appropriately.
Only a best borescope for engine inspections can be an important tool for doing this job. Any borescope will allow us to view internal areas of an engine, which are otherwise not visible.
However, while using such tools, there are few practices that you can use for ensuring more accurate inspections. Basically, there are 3 different kinds of scopes available:
- Rigid scopes
- Fiberscopes
- Videoscopes.
Following are few tips for performing effective inspection with the help of borescope:
- Know your equipment
Firstly, you must know how you should operate your equipment. So, read the manual properly. If you are going to use fiberscope, then learn how you can control its inspection head. Make yourself comfortable in maneuvering it and also learn its limitations.
If using videoscopes that have more issues which you must try to address. You may also take training from the manufacturer.
- Know what you will view
Next important thing to know while doing borescope inspection is, what you are going to view. You must know how good parts look like. How to decide that the part which you are actually inspecting is really bad, unless you know what any good parts looks like?
You must also, know what defects exactly you want to look for.
- Watch the lighting
Often, you need to look out for any bright lighting. In case, you are under the bright sun, then you have to give some time for your eyes to adjust, as you look into your scope. Besides, the bright light may affect the ability of seeing images clearly on any display screen.
For optimum clarity, try to perform inspection with borescope inside the hangar.
- Use right tool for your job
Often, the list of engine manufacturer approved scopes is available in their manual. They will specify particular type, size, or even manufacturer. Follow their recommendations wherever applicable.
Perhaps nothing can be frustrating than a poor-quality borescope equipment. So, you must ensure that the equipment is in proper working condition.
- Match the scope as per your needs
Since nowadays there are so many choices available and also many different manufacturers, you may do some research as well as discuss with different manufacturers to decide what scope will be best for you.
As per your needs and also budget, certainly they can help you to choose a scope, which can best fit your requirement.
We hope this piece of writing has helped you by providing some tips on making the most out of borescope inspections.
