GE
Measurement & Control Solutions
Fiberscopes
Remote Visual Inspection
Precision Optics
Durable Construction
Cost Effective
Ergonomic Body
The trim, sleek body is comfortable for hands of all sizes and the conveniently-placed
articulation and focus controls enable single-handed operation.
Designed To Be Used
Our flexible fiberscopes are built to withstand today’s tough industrial applications.
With a stainless steel monocoil core, waterproof sealant, and stainless steel or
tungsten outer braid, the scopes are built for durable performance in a
variety of inspection environments.
For UV Inspections
Quartz illumination fibers are available for applications where a UV light source is
required with the fiberscope. Quartz has much greater efficiency when transmitting
UV light and will provide more intense output to stimulate UV-sensitive dyes and
penetrants.
Turbine Inspection
Image of Turbo Impeller
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Fiberscopes
Hardware Features
Tip Articulation
This aids maneuverability and has a scanning capability which
can provide a panoramic view of the area being inspected. Tip
Articulation is controlled by a conveniently-located lever which
operates the two-way articulating tips. Two concentric knobs are
used on four-way systems. Both types have locking mechanisms
to maintain a fixed articulation angle during inspection.
Eyepiece
The standard DIN eyepiece connects
easily to a c-mount video camera
system by way of a variable focus
coupler. The ocular assembly
incorporates a diopter focus
adjustment to suit operators with
varying eyesight characteristics.
Light Guide
A continuous high-efficiency fiber
bundle maximizes light transmission
from light source to scope tip. Various
entrance adapters are available
which enable the instrument to be
used with a wide variety of light
sources including those of other
manufacturers.
Insertion Tube
A strong stainless steel monocoil
provides protection from crushing
forces, while a stainless steel or
tungsten braid cover resists wear
from sliding over rough and sharp
surfaces. The Insertion Tube is
made watertight with layers of PVC
and soft urethanes. The flexible
Insertion Tube adapts easily to
curves and bends and can be
maneuvered around corners and
over obstacles, yet is torsionally
stiff to allow it to be twisted for
better access and positioning.
Interchangeable Tip Optics
These enable both forward-view
and 90˚ side-view inspections
with one fiberscope. The Tip optics
are retained by a double screwthread which ensures that the
tips are positively secured to the
instrument. The forward-viewing
tip headguard is standard and
the 90˚ side-view Tip Optics are
optional and diameter-specific.
Technical Specifications
Operating Temperature:
-18˚ to 82˚ C (0˚ to 180˚ F)
Watertight:
Insertion Tube and Bending Neck to 1 bar (14.7 psi)
Scope Body splashproof
Liquid Compatibility:
Can be immersed in water, synthetic and mineral lubricating oil, mineral and
synthetic hydraulic fluid (not Skydrol
must be cleaned of contaminating fluid after use and before storage.)
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), gasoline, diesel and jet fuel. (Instrument
Insertion Tube Bend Radius:
Scope Diameter Minimum Bend Radius
2.4 mm to 6 mm 32 mm (1.25 in.)
8.4 mm 36 mm (1.5 in.)
12.5 mm 51 mm (2.0 in.)
Specications subject to change without notice.
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Technical Specifications
Fiberscope Models with Articulation
Part No. Diameter
mm (in.)
2.4 mm Diameter
F2D07 2.5 (0.098) 0.75 (2.5) 2-Way 0˚ 60˚ No tungsten
F2D12 2.5 (0.098) 1.2 (3.9) 2-Way 0˚ 60˚ No tungsten
3.0 mm Diameter
F3X085 3.3 (0.130) 0.85 (2.8) 2-Way 0˚ 45˚ No tungsten
F3D10 3.3 (0.130) 1.0 (3.3) 2-Way 0˚ 45˚ No tungsten
F3D12 3.3 (0.130) 1.2 (3.9) 2-Way 0˚ 45˚ No tungsten
4.0 mm Diameter
F4X085 4.0 (0.157) 0.85 (2.8) 2-Way 0˚ 45˚ No tungsten
F4D10 4.0 (0.157) 1.0 (3.3) 2-Way 0˚ 45˚ No tungsten
F4D15 4.0 (0.157) 1.5 (4.9) 2-Way 0˚ 45˚ No tungsten
5.0 mm Diameter
F5X085 5.0 (0.197) 0.85 (2.8) 2-Way 0˚/90˚ 45˚ Yes tungsten
6.0 mm Diameter
F6X085 6.0 (0.236) 0.85 (2.8) 2-Way 0˚/90˚ 45˚ Yes tungsten
F6X17 6.0 (0.236) 1.5 (4.9) 4-Way 0˚/90˚ 45˚ Yes tungsten
F6X18 6.0 (0.236) 1.8 (6.1) 2-Way 0˚/90˚ 45˚ Yes tungsten
F6X27 6.0 (0.236) 2.7 (8.9) 2-Way 0˚/90˚ 45˚ Yes tungsten
8.0 mm Diameter
F8X18 8.0 (0.331) 1.8 (6.1) 4-Way 0˚/90˚ 45˚ Yes tungsten
Working
Length m (ft .)
Articulation Direction
of View
Field
of View
Side View
Tip
Insertion Tube/
Bending Neck Braid**
Specications subject to change without notice.
Fiberscope Models without Articulation
Part No. Diameter
mm (in.)
0.4 mm Diameter
FCN04D025 0.4 (0.016) 25 (9.8) - 0˚ 50˚ - polyamide
FCN04D06 0.4 (0.016) 60 (23.6) - 0˚ 50˚ - polyamide
0.5 mm Diameter
FCN05D06 0.5 (0.0197) 60 (23.6) - 0˚ 50˚ - polyamide
FCN05D120 0.5 (0.0197) 120 (47.2) 0˚ 50˚ polyamide
0.9 mm Diameter
FCN09D10 0.9 (0.0354) 100 (39.4) - 0˚ 55˚ polyamide
1.0 mm Diameter
FCN1.0D06 1.0 (0.039) 60 (23.6) - 0˚ 55˚ - polyamide
FCN1.0D120 1.0 (0.039) 120 (47.2) - 0˚ 55˚ - polyamide
FCN1.0D20 1.0 (0.039) 200 (78.7) - 0˚ 55˚ - polyamide
FN1.0S10 1.0 (0.039) 100 (39.,4) - 90˚ 50˚ - polyamide
1.5 mm Diameter
FCN1.5D06 1.5 (0.059) 60 (23.6) - 0˚ 70˚ - polyamide
FCN1.5D120 1.5 (0.059) 120 (47.2) - 0˚ 70˚ - polyamide
2.0 mm Diameter
FN2D10 2.0 (0.0787) 100 (39.4) - 0˚ 70˚ - stainless steel
FN2D12 2.0 (0.0787) 120 (47.2) - 0˚ 70˚ - stainless steel
FN2S12 2.0 (0.0787) 120 (47.2) - 90˚ 70˚ - stainless steel
FN2D15 2.0 (0.0787) 200 (78.7) - 0˚ 70˚ - stainless steel
FN2D20 2.0 (0.0787) 200 (78.7) - 0˚ 70˚ - stainless steel
FN2S20 2.0 (0.0787) 200 (78.7) - 90˚ 70˚ - stainless steel
Working
Length cm (in.)
Articulation Direction
of View
Field
of View
Side View
Tip
Insertion Tube Covering
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Fiberscopes
Light Sources & Accessories
GE Measurement & Control Solutions flexible fiberscopes are ideal for documentation and recording
images, and with the appropriate adapter, can be used with color video cameras.
The following documentation accessories are available:
• Video Cameras for recording and documentation
• Monitors for displaying enlarged images.
• Light Sources
C-mount Color
Video Camera
Multi-channel Cable
(Power, Video)
C-mount Video Coupler
(with fixed or adjustable
focus)
Camera Coupler
C-mount Camera
XLG3 Borescope Adapter.
Couple any GE f iberscope to
the XLG3 VideoProbe to allow
use of image capture and
data management.
Light-guide Cable
Light Sources
Mini DV Digital Video
Recorder/Monitor. Includes
memory card for video clips
and still image storage
Flexible Fiberscope with Video Camera
High-resolution Monitor
ACMI
Olympus
Wolf
Adapters for connection to
various Light Sources
ELSV-60
60 W metal-halide light source
with integral camera power
and video output channel.
ELS-24DC KIT
24 W metal-halide light source
with high output and high
color temperature.
ELSX-300
300 W Xenon light source with
high output, and high color
temperature.
ELS-120UV or
FLS-200UV
Switchable UV/visible light
sources
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A large family of rugged, high performance
inspection tools
A wide range of diameters, lengths and viewing options, combined with a highresolution image guide, make GE Measurement & Control Solutions flexible fiberscopes
ideal for a variety of remote visual inspection applications. They excel in capturing
bright, clear images from deep inside turbines, compressors, pipes, tanks and other
hard-to-reach places.
Full Range of Models
With over 30 standard models from which to choose, you are sure to find the right
fiberscope for your inspection application. Standard articulating models have
diameters as small as 2.4 mm (0.94 in.) and lengths up to 2.7 m (8.9 ft.).
Non-articulating models are available from 0.4 mm (0.20 in.) diameter and in lengths
as long as 2.0 m (6.6 ft.).
High-resolution Images
The super thin fiberoptic technology used by GE Measurement & Control Solutions
fiberscopes allows thousands more fibers to be packed into the same size image
bundle. Our “Superfine” image guides have up to 50 percent more fibers than other
fiberscopes of similar diameter. The high quality of smaller fibers provides a sharper,
smoother image and reveals finer details of the inspection surface.
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