Determining which leak test technology is best suited for your application is often the biggest challenge our customers face. We are leak test experts with extensive application experience to help guide you through the selection and implementation process. Knowledge + Experience = Optimum Solution.
Our customers have limited time to explore the overwhelming manufacturing technology solutions available in today’s market. CapEx Sales representatives help customers get clear on their needs and identify the solution that best aligns with the application. We use our time to save your time.
Mass Spectrometer Leak Detector
Hard vacuum helium mass spectrometer technology increases throughput by reducing cycle times and minimizing false rejects.Cincinnati Test Systems have been pioneers in optimizing the use of pumping technologies and mass spectrometers in an effort to simplify an otherwise very complex solution.
Transmissions are difficult to test using traditional leak test technologies because of the size and small passages. Helium mass spectrometry has allowed the industry to significantly product technology by detecting leaks prior to delivery. Automotive Fuel Rails continue to require increase pressure capabilities. These high pressures require robust sealing systems and most often include helium reclaim technology.
Pressure Decay & Mass Flow Leak Testing Equipment
The most common test technologies include pressure decay and mass flow. These test technologies are typically less expensive and less complex than tracer gas applications. Cincinnati Test Systems have been building custom test solutions for over 35 years.
Aluminum Castings are one of the most common applications for pressure decay or mass flow leak test technologies. The key to success for these applications is developing the ability to repeatably seal the part. Medical IV Components require quick and accurate testing to keep up with demand. Automotive Head Lamps are always tested prior to shipment. The size of the headlamps can cause some repeatability challenges so optimizing the test parameters is key to successful implementation.
End of Line Testing – Prior to shipment to the end user, many companies choose to confirm product function and performance.
In Process Testing – Identifying product faults at various stages of assembly will minimize component and labor costs for your facility. Identify failures quickly to avoid additional, nonrecoverable investment.
Gas Reclaim Recovery Systems
Tracer gases such as helium have had prices sky rocket as demand increases with limited supply. Helium gas recovery systems are in high demand because the return on investment is often a no brainer.
Cincinnati Test Systems has some simple tools to help calculate if the savings justifies the investment. The larger the volume and higher the pressure the better the return on investment.
HVAC Condenser Coils are great candidates for applying a helium reclaim system.
Automotive Gas Tanks are high volume, low pressure applications that are also commonly upfitted with helium reclaim technology.
Vacuum decay technology is beneficial to apply for large or difficult to seal applications. If your part needs to resist foreign substance or particle ingress vacuum technology could be a best fit.
• Side markers for automotive applications are commonly vacuum tested.
• Electronic control modules are often sealed units that can only be tested utilizing “chambered” vacuum decay leak testing. We often call this “inside/out” testing.
• Side by side chamber simultaneous testing. If a customer has an application with two chambers that share a common wall they are unable to test these chambers simultaneously using the same technology (example: pressure decay). However, if the customer will use pressure decay on one chamber and vacuum decay on the adjacent chamber, the tests can be performed simultaneously. Saving valuable cycle time and increasing throughput.
Tracer Gas Leak Test Systems
Tracer gas technology has many advantages over traditional pressure decay or mass flow leak test technologies. These advantages include: not susceptible to temperature changes during the test, fewer false positives (increased throughput), and faster cycle times (increased throughput).
Cincinnati Test Systems is the industry leader in tracer gas testing technology.
Fuel System Components – From injectors to fuel rails to gas tanks, tracer gas technology helps to increase the confidence in the quality of product produced. HVAC Components – From condensers to compressors to expansion valves tracer gas technology increases throughput versus traditional water dunk test technology. Parts that are designed to transfer heat are ideal application for tracer gas technologies because tracer gas is not susceptible to pressure changes due to the exchange of heat. Natural Gas Technologies – Natural gas leaking into a consumer’s home is a major safety concern. Tracer gas technologies effectiveness helps to minimize the manufacturer’s risk of catastrophic failure.
Combined 85 Years of Manufacturing Experience
CapEx Sales exists to bring value to our customers. Our team has a combined 85 years of manufacturing experience. Despite the experience we won’t pretend to have all of the answers because every application & customer is unique. The experience does help us avoid the traps of the past and positively direct the process solution. We want to empower customers and work with them to identify a solution that best aligns with their vision.