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BoltMike III
Operation Manual
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Important Notice
The following information must be read and understood by any user of a GE Inspection Technologies measurement
instrument. Failure to follow these instructions can lead to errors in stress measurements or other test results.
Decisions based on erroneous results can, in turn, lead to property damage, personal injury or death. GE Inspection
Technologies assumes no responsibility for the improper or incorrect use of this instrument.
General Warnings
Proper use of ultrasonic test equipment requires three essential
elements:
Selection of the correct test equipment
Knowledge of the specific test application requirements
Training on the part of the instrument operator

This operating manual provides instruction in the basic set-up and operation of the GE Inspection Technologies
BoltMike III measurement instrument. There are, however, additional factors which affect the use of ultrasonic test
equipment. Specific information regarding these additional factors is beyond the scope of this manual. The operator
should refer to textbooks on the subject of ultrasonic testing for more detailed information.
Operator Training
Read the information in this manual prior to use of a GE Inspection Technologies instrument. Failure to read and
understand the following information could cause errors to occur during use of the instrument. Failure to follow these
instructions can lead to error in stress measurement or other test results. Decisions based on erroneous results can,
in turn, lead to property damage, personal injury or death.
Operators must receive adequate training before using ultrasonic test equipment. Operators must be trained in general
ultrasonic testing procedures and in the set-up required before conducting a particular test. Operators must understand:
Soundwave propagation theory
Effects of the velocity at which sound moves through the

test material
Behavior of the sound wave
Which areas are covered by the sound beam

More specific information about operator training, qualification, certification and test specifications is available from
various technical societies, industry groups, and government agencies.
BoltMike III Operating Manual
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Testing Limitations
Information collected as a result of ultrasonic testing represents only the condition of test-piece material that is exposed to the sound beam. Operators must exercise great caution in making inferences about the test material not
directly exposed to the instruments sound beam. When a less-than-complete inspection is to be performed, the
operator must be shown the specific areas to inspect. Inferences about the condition of areas not inspected, based on
data from evaluated areas, should only be attempted by personnel fully trained in applicable techniques of statistical
analysis.
Sound beams reflect from the first interior surface encountered. Operators must take steps to ensure that the entire
thickness of the test material is being examined.
Calibrating the instrument/transducer combination is particularly important when the test piece is being ultrasonically
tested for the first time or in any case where the history of the test piece is unknown.
Transducer Selection
The transducer used in testing must be in good condition without noticeable wear of its contact surface. Badly worn
transducers will have a reduced effective measuring range. The temperature of the material to be tested must be within
the transducers temperature range. If the transducer shows any signs of wear it should be replaced.
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Contents
Chapter 1: General Information ....................................................... 1
1.1
1.2
1.3
Key Features of the BoltMike III .............................................................. 1

BoltMike III Ultrasonic Inspection Kit ..................................................... 1
Installing Batteries in the BoltMike III ................................................... 2
Chapter 2: Keypad, Display Screens, and Functions ..................... 5

2.1
2.2
2.3
Keypad Features .......................................................................................... 5

Interpreting Display Screens .................................................................... 6
Working With the Function Menu Screen ............................................ 10
2.3.1 Description of BoltMike III Functions ............................................ 10
Chapter 3: Instrument Setup ...........................................................13

3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
Setting Basic Function Values ................................................................ 13

Creating a New Group .............................................................................. 14
3.2.1 Recalling Stored Groups ................................................................... 16
Connecting a Probe ................................................................................... 17
Instrument Zeroing ................................................................................... 17
Preventing Adjustments to Instrument Settings
(Lock-Out Control) ................................................................................... 19
Chapter 4: Inspecting Fasteners ....................................................21

4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
Preparing for Inspection ........................................................................... 22

4.1.1 Adjusting the Displays Zoom Setting ............................................. 23
4.1.2 Selecting the Ultrasonic Operating Mode (I.P. or M.E.) .................. 25
4.1.3 Automatic Gain Compensation ........................................................ 27
4.1.4 Manually Adjusting Gain .................................................................. 27
4.1.5 Selecting the Displayed Phase .......................................................... 27
4.1.6 Setting High and Low Alarm Limits .................................................. 29
Inputting Ambient Temperature ............................................................. 30
Recording an L-Ref ................................................................................... 31
Measuring Tensioned Fasteners ............................................................. 32
4.4.1 Navigating Within a Group ............................................................... 33
4.4.2 Clearing (Deleting) Stored Readings from a Group ........................... 34
4.4.3 Printing a Hard Copy of the Display (A-scan or Graphical Bar) ..... 36
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Chapter 5: Working with Groups ....................................................39

5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
Creating a New Group .............................................................................. 39

Recalling Stored Groups .......................................................................... 41
Copying an Existing Group ...................................................................... 42
Printing Stored Groups ............................................................................ 42
Deleting Stored Groups ............................................................................ 44
Editing Stored Groups .............................................................................. 44
Chapter 6: Calibration Groups ........................................................45

6.1
6.2
6.3
Creating a Calibration Group ................................................................. 46

Storing Measurements in a Calibration Group .................................... 48
Using Calibration Group Calculations .................................................. 50
Chapter 7: Specifications and Warranty ........................................51

7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
Features ...................................................................................................... 51
Specifications ............................................................................................ 52
Instrument and Transducer Warranty .................................................... 53
Service ........................................................................................................ 55
Returning Goods ....................................................................................... 55
Index ..................................................................................................57
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Chapter 1:
General Information
The GE Inspection Technologies BoltMike III is an easy-to-use, digital, ultrasonic inspection instrument with a graphic
waveform display. It combines versatile fastener-inspection capabilities with a powerful data storage system thats
capable of storing up to 10,000 measurements.
1.1 Key Features of the BoltMike III
Lightweight 2.5 lbs (1.1 Kg)
Large A-scan VGA Display
30 hours life with 5 AA alkaline batteries
Easy-to-use, single-level menu system
Multiple display-screen languages
Real-time temperature measurement
1.2 BoltMike III Ultrasonic Inspection Kit

BoltMike III Kit (062-900-063)
BoltMike III Instrument
AC Power Supply
Temperature Probe
(2) Transducer Cables, Lemo to MD, 10 feet
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Hard-shell Transport Case

Ultrasonic Couplant
(5) AA Alkaline Batteries
Upgrade Utility CD
Serial PC Cable
Printer Cable
Soft-shell Carrying Bag
Operation Manual
Guide to Ultrasonic Inspection of Fasteners
Quick-Reference Operators Card
Certificate of Calibration
Stressware, PC Software
1.3 Installing Batteries in the Boltmike III
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The instrument is powered by five AA size batteries.
It will accept Alkaline, NiCAD, or NiMH (nickel metal

hydride) battery types.
Alkaline batteries, which are recommended, will provide

approximately 30 hours of service life.
When rechargeable batteries are used, they must be

removed from the instrument for charging.
Figure 1-1INSTALLING BATTERIES

NOTE: It is recommended that the

instrument be stored with batteries installed.
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Chapter 2:
Keypad, Display Screens, and Functions
The BoltMike IIIs displays, keypad, and functional commands are easy to interpret and use. In this chapter youll find a
brief explanation of all display and keypad features. Youll also find references to manual sections where more detailed
information is available.
2.1 Keypad Features

The keypad includes function (yellow), navigation (orange), group calibration (green), gain (red), and screen-display
(blue) keys. Each keys function is described below.
2.2 Interpreting Display Screens
Figure 2-1Keypad
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2.2 Interpreting Display Screens

This section of your manual describes the layout of the BoltMike IIIs four display screens. The screens are:
A-scan Display Screen (Figure 2-2)
Graphical Limit Display Screen (Figure 2-3)
Function Menu Screen (Figure 2-4)
Group Navigation and Creation Screens (Figure 2-5)
Figure 2-2A-SCAN DISPLAY SCREENDisplays A-scan, gates, active data-file

locations, length measurements, and those functions assigned to function keys.
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Figure 2-3GRAPHICAL LIMIT DISPLAY SCREENDisplays graphical

representation of load, elongation, or stress reading, along with
user-input maximum and minimum limits. Active data-file location,
length measurements, and function keys are also displayed. Note
that this display is obtained by setting RF DISPLAY to OFF in the
Function Menu screen (no A-scan is shown) and that this display is
not available unless values for High and Low Limits are specified
(see Section 4.1.6 to input limits).
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Figure 2-4FUNCTION MENU SCREENDisplays all functional

settings and allows adjustment of function settings. See Section 2.3
to change function settings.
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Figure 2-5GROUP DISPLAY SCREENSCreates and displays group names,

parameters, and contents. See Section 3.2 to create and select groups and Chapter 5
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2.3 Working With the Function Menu Screen

The function menu screen is accessed by pressing
. With this screen displayed, you can adjust most BoltMike III
settings.
Figure 2-6FUNCTION MENU SCREENUse this display screen to adjust all function
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2.3.1
Description of BoltMike III

Functions
TEMPERATUREUsed to input the current temperature if no temperature probe is connected (Section 4.2)
PRINTTurn printing capabilities on and off. When turned on, pressing
when a main display screen (Figures 2-2
or 2-3) is active will cause a hard copy print of the display screen and select parameter settings to be printed via the
RS-232 I/O port (Section 4.4.3)
RF DISPLAYSelects an A-scan (ON) or Graphical Limit Bar (OFF) as the instruments main display screen (Figures
2-2 or 2-3)
CONTRASTSets the displays contrast level (select then press
or
to change contrast)
BACKLIGHTTurns the displays backlight feature to ON, OFF, or AUTO (AUTO switches backlighting on whenever a
key is pressed)
PRINTERSelects the attached printers type. Choose from Epson (dot matrix or inkjet), DPU (411 or 414), and HP
(inkjet or laser).
BAUD RATESpecifies the baud rate of the attached printer or PC (choices range from 9600 to 115200)
LANGUAGESets the instrument displays language (choose from English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, or
Russian)
DECIMALSelects a period (.) or comma (,) to be used as a decimal point
UNITSSets the unit of measurement to inches or millimeters
DATE FORMATSelects the format for date display (choose from Month/Day/Year, Year-Month-Day, or
Day.Month.Year)
TIME FORMATSelects the format for the time display (choose from 12 or 24 hour clocks)
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DATEInputs the actual date

TIMEInputs the actual time
BATTERY TYPESelect the installed battery type to ensure accurate remaining battery-life indication. Choose from
Alkaline, NiMH, or NiCAD. (See Section 1.3 to install batteries)
POWER DOWNSelects the battery-life saving AUTO OFF, which powers down the instrument if no key presses or
measurement occur for four minutes, or the ALWAYS ON setting, which will only power down the instrument when
is pressed.
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Chapter 3:
Instrument Setup
Prior to measuring fasteners, you must create at least one group in your instrument. The information stored in a group
defines the type of fastener youre measuring, certain instrument settings, and measurement data from the fastener(s)
inspected.
In preparation for measuring fasteners, this chapter explains how to
Adjust function settings (Section 3.1)
Create a new group (Section 3.2)
Select an already created group (Section 3.2.1)
Connect a probe (Section 3.3)
Zero the instrument and connected probe (Section 3.4)
Disable instrument controls (Section 3.5)
3.1 Setting Basic Function Values

Prior to creating the first group in your instrument, the following functions must be set to the correct value:
LanguageSet the displayed language to English, German,

French, Spanish, Italian, or Russian
DecimalSelect a period (.) or comma (,) to be used as a

decimal point
UnitsSet the unit of measurement to inches or millimeters
Date FormatChoose the date format as Month/Day/Year,

Year-Month-Day, or Day.Month.Year
Time FormatChoose from 12 or 24 hour clocks
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DateInput the actual date
TimeInput the actual time
Battery TypeSelect from Alkaline, NiCAD, or NiMH
Temperature (must be manually set unless the temperature

probe is connected)Set to current ambient temperature
Each of these functions is set the same way:

Step 1:
Press
(shown in Figure 2-4).
Step 2:
Press
to access the Function Menu display
, or
to select each function you would like to modify.
Step 3:
When the desired function is selected, press
the bottom of the display screen.
to activate it. The functions value will appear in the box at
Step 4:
Press
or
to adjust the files value.
Step 5:
Press
when the function is set to the desired value.
Step 6:
Continue selecting other functions for modification as outlined in Steps 2 through 5. When complete with all
modifications, press
to return to the A-scan display.
NOTE: The settings for the time, date, and temperature functions,
at the time a group is created, are permanently stored as part of the groups data.
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3.2 Creating a New Group

Prior to performing fastener measurements, at least one group must be stored in your instrument. This stored bolt
group will contain information about the type of fastener youre measuring and certain instrument settings. This group is
also where youll store measurement data from the bolt(s) inspected.
the connected probe must be zeroed. To zero the instrument, follow the instructions in Figure 3-3 and on your
instruments display screen.
Figure 3-1CREATING NEW GROUPS

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NOTE: The instructions for creating a new group, as explained in this section, assume that your inspection application involves a
standard fastener type. Properties for standard material types B7, B16, 8.8, 9.8, 10.9, 11.9, 12.9, 304SS, 316SS, 1020S, Monel, and
A490 are stored in your instrument and cannot be modified. To adjust any of these preloaded material properties, select MATERIAL
on the NEW GROUP creation screen, and then press
for CUSTOM material. Once selected, the custom material type must
be named using the on-screen keyboard. Then press
to complete naming. Now all material properties can be
adjusted. Custom material names can only be changed by first pressing

screen) then pressing
to select the material name (on the Group Display
to edit. The new custom material type is added to the material selection list. Up to a total of 10 custom
types can be added and are then available for selection whenever a group is created or edited. When more than 10 custom materials
are added, the oldest materials are overwritten by the newest ones. During instrument reset, all custom material types will be deleted.
Be sure to store (in StressWare) groups containing custom material types you wish to retain prior to resetting the instrument.
NOTE: To create a new group containing group-parameter values (and fastener reference lengths if you choose) that match those of
3.2.1
Recalling Stored Groups
Stored groups can be recalled and modified at any time. To recall a group:
1 Press
to open the Group Display Screen
2 Activate the group selection function by pressing

upper-left corner of the display.
3 Press
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to select the group to recall, then press
below the SELECT function. A group list will appear in the

.
3.3 Connecting a Probe

Prior to inspecting a fastener, you must connect a probe to the instrument and perform the zeroing procedure. The
BoltMike III supports single-element probe types (see Chapter 7 for specifications).
Figure 3-2CONNECTING A PROBE CABLE
NOTE: When operating in the I.P. mode, probe zeroing compensates for the effects of probe-contact-surface
wear, couplant thickness, and other factors. Note that the External Zero procedure also compensates for temperature changes. Internal Zero does not.
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Figure 3-3INSTRUMENT ZEROING PROCEDURE
Figure 3-4THE EXTERNAL INSTRUMENT ZEROING PROCEDURE ALLOWS THE USER TO

ZERO USING A KNOWN THICKNESS STANDARD. NOTE THAT THE EXTERNAL ZERO
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3.5 Preventing Adjustments to Instrument Settings

(Lock-Out Control)
The Lock-Out display, to which access is controlled by a password, allows certain of the instrument functions to be
disabled.
As shown in Figure 3-5, the Lock-Out display is accessed by simultaneously pressing
and
. The user must
then input a password (the default is set to STRESS) before being able to adjust the Lock-Out settings. Locking the
individual functions has the following effects:
GROUPS Locked
is disabled
is disabled
GROUP CAL Locked

INST ZERO Locked
MENU Locked
is disabled
is disabled
L-REFS Locked Stored L-Ref readings cannot be cleared

NOTE: This display allows you to change the password setting. Simply select the
PASSWORD options, then press
to activate the on-screen keyboard and modify
the password itself.

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Figure 3-5SEVERAL INSTRUMENT FUNCTIONS CAN BE DISABLED OR LOCKED-OUT USING THIS
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Chapter 4: Inspecting Fasteners

This chapter explains how to use your instrument to inspect fasteners and how to view the results of these inspections in
various ways. In this chapter, youll learn how to:
Prepare for inspection by setting operating parameters to

match the fastener you are inspecting (Section 4.1)
Configure the instrument to signal when minimum and

maximum tension limits are met (Section 4.1.6)
Input the current ambient temperature (Section 4.2)
Measure and store a reference fastener length (L-Ref)

(Section 4.3)
Inspect tensioned bolts and store the resulting data in a

group (Section 4.4)
View an assortment of calculated values related to the

tensioned fastener, including load, elongation, stress, and
time of flight (TOF) (Section 4.4.1)
Delete one or more stored values from the contents of a

group (Section 4.4.2)
Print a hard copy of the display and certain instrument

settings (Section 4.4.3)
Once your instrument contains at least one group and has been configured with the correct function settings (as outlined in
Chapter 3), you may begin inspecting fasteners and storing the results of these inspections in a group.
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NOTE: Following the instructions in this chapter will allow you to

satisfy most typical fastener inspection requirements. For inspection of
non-standard fastener types that require the creation of a Calibration
Group and calculation of material properties, see Chapter 6.
4.1 Preparing for Inspection

Prior to inspecting fasteners and storing the results in your newly created group, several parameters specific to the
type of fastener being tested must be set. These settings are listed below and described in more detail in the sections
that follow.
Its important to note that the preparations listed below must be completed prior to recording the reference length (LRef) for a specific fastener. Several of the five adjustments listed below may not be altered after an L-Ref has been
recorded. To prepare for fastener inspection:
Adjust the display screens zoom setting
Select the ultrasonic operating mode (Initial Pulse or MultiEcho) that best suits the specific fasteners geometry
Apply Automatic Gain Compensation (AGC)
Manually adjust gain (if required)
Select the measured phase
NOTE: Decisions related to operating mode selection, phase selection, AGC activation, and manual gain adjustments should only be made by individuals who fully understand the impact these changes will have on fastenerinspection results. An explanation of these effects is beyond the scope of this operators manual. If additional information is required, refer to GE Inspection Technologies Guide to Ultrasonic Inspection of Fasteners.
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4.1.1
Adjusting the Displays Zoom

Setting
The Zoom control allows an A-scan to be viewed at different magnification levels for different reasons (Figure 4-1). Each
zoom level represents a different range setting. In this case range refers to the amount of time represented on the
displays horizontal axis. The BoltMike III has four zoom levels, each useful for a different aspect of A-scan evaluation:
ZOOM LEVEL 1used to confirm that the desired

packet of echoes is being evaluated
ZOOM LEVELS 2 through 4used to confirm that the

same peak is triggering the measurement gate for corresponding reference (L-Ref) and fastener measurements
Note that the displayed view in zoom levels 2 through 4 is simultaneously enlarged and shifted to maintain the triggering position in the center of the display window.
Youll need to adjust zoom levels while determining the optimal gain, phase, and operating mode settings for the type
of fastener you are inspecting. Note that the primary reason for adjusting zoom settings is to confirm which echo is
triggering the gate (when L-Ref is recorded, for instance), and therefore ensure that like echoes are compared when
calculating fastener loading and elongation.
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Figure 4-1FOUR ZOOM LEVELS. Youll use the zoom feature to closely examine the A-scan gate crossing
and ensure that like echoes are triggering the gate.
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4.1.2
Selecting the Ultrasonic Operating Mode (I.P. or M.E.)
After a new group is created and before the first reference length
(L-Ref) is recorded, you must select an operating mode. You must select an operating mode each time you store an LRef value. However, after an L-Ref is recorded, you may not change the operating mode while inspecting that fastener.
With a probe connected to the instrument and coupled to the fastener you wish to inspect, press
to view the
difference between the two operating modes. In addition to the visual display changing, you will probably see some
small change in the measured length when switching from one operating mode to the other. The effect of ultrasonic
operating mode selection on the A-scan may differ when load is applied to the fastener. Because of this, the best
ultrasonic operating mode for a specific fastener type can only be determined from previous experience or by ultrasonically examining the fastener in both its loaded and unloaded states. Only by evaluating the fastener when tensioned
can you determine which ultrasonic operating mode is best suited to the fasteners geometry.
The BoltMike III can operate in one of two ultrasonic operating modes:
Initial Pulse (I.P.)All calculations are based on the

time to the zero crossing in the first A-scan packet.
Multi-Echo (M.E.)All calculations are based on the

time between zero crossings in the first and second
packets.
Fastener geometry is usually the determining factor to be considered when selecting between operating modes. Figure
4-2 shows the way in which these modes differ.
As multi-echo mode compares two adjacent gate crossings, this operating mode eliminates errors caused by variations in couplant, zeroing techniques, probe characteristics, and operator factors such as the force with which the
probe is applied.
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To select an ultrasonic operating mode, the A-scan display screen must be active. Prior to recording the first L-Ref,
press
to choose between I.P. (initial pulse) and M.E. (multi-echo). Remember that after an L-Ref reading is stored,
the operating mode for that bolt may not be changed and the operating mode selection will no longer be visible on the
display screen.
NOTE: Operating mode selection will affect the phase settings

available as described in Section 4.1.5.
Figure 4-2INITIAL PULSE AND MULTI-ECHO ULTRASONIC

OPERATING MODES
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4.1.3
Automatic Gain Compensation
The Automatic Gain Compensation (AGC) feature, when applied by pressing
, adjusts the instrument gain so that
the gate-triggering echo is positioned between 80% and 100% of full-screen height (FSH). At any time, you may manually adjust the gain setting as required. However, pressing
4.1.4
will reapply the AGC-determined gain level.
Manually Adjusting Gain
Instrument gain level affects the instrument sensitivity and A-scan height. To manually adjust gain when in I.P. operating
mode, press
to activate the GAIN CONTROL feature. Notice that the GAIN designation on the display screen will
become highlighted. Then press
or
to change the gain setting. When complete, press
again. This will
deactivate the GAIN CONTROL feature.

When in M.E. (multi-echo) operating mode, there are two GAIN CONTROL settings, one for each display screen.
Simply adjust the first gain setting (as described above), press
the second gain setting has been adjusted, press
once, and adjust the second gain setting. When
for a third time to deactivate the GAIN
CONTROL feature.
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Figure 4-3NEGATIVE (A) AND POSITIVE (B) HEADING PHASE SETTINGS WHEN IN I.P. MODE. IN
M.E. MODE VARIOUS COMBINATIONS OF POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE PHASE SETTINGS ARE
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4.1.5
Selecting the Displayed Phase
The BoltMike III measures linear position based on the first zero crossing point after the gate threshold has been triggered. Figure 4-3 identifies the zero level (which is approximately equal to a horizontal line drawn through the center of
the A-scan display), threshold gate,
and threshold triggering point when operating in I.P. mode. Note that once an L-Ref is recorded, the phase orientation for
that fastener cannot be changed unless the stored L-Ref is deleted.
The instruments Phase Setting (adjusted by pressing
prior to recording an L-Ref) allows the user to position the
threshold above or below the displays zero level. When operating in M.E. mode, the two gates can be independently
positioned above or below the displays zero level, allowing for a total of four phase settings. When the gate is placed
above the display zero, as shown in Figure 4-3A, the next zero crossing after the threshold trigger will occur on a negative-heading portion of the signal. Conversely, when the gate is placed below the display zero (Figure 4-3B), the next zero
crossing after the threshold trigger will occur on a positive-heading portion of the signal.
The effect of phase setting on the A-scan may differ when load is applied to the fastener. Because of this, the best
phase selection for a specific fastener type can only be determined from previous experience or by ultrasonically examining the fastener in its loaded and unloaded state. Only by evaluating the fastener under load can you
determine which phase setting is best suited to the fasteners geometry.
NOTE: Decisions related to operating mode selection, phase selection, AGC activation, and manual
gain adjustments should only be made by individuals who fully understand the impact these changes will
have on fastener-inspection results. An explanation of these effects is beyond the scope of this operators
manual. If additional information is required, refer to GE Inspection Technologies Guide to Ultrasonic
Inspection of Fasteners.
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4.1.6
Setting High and Low Alarm Limits
The BoltMike IIIs display panel indicates when a High or Low limit is violated. The type of limit (Load, Stress, Elongation, or Off) is selected. Then the Group Display screen is accessed, as shown in Figure 4-4, to set the High and Low
Limit values. To signal whether or not a limit is violated, one of the following icons appears in the upper-left corner of the
display:
The High Limit has been violated
Within the limits
The Low Limit has been violated
Figure 4-4SELECTING LIMIT TYPE AND SETTING THE HIGH

AND LOW LIMIT VALUES
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4.2
Inputting Ambient Temperature

Current temperature is displayed in two locations (top-left and top-right corners) on the A-scan display panel. The
BoltMike III allows temperature data to be input in one of two ways:
The user may manually enter an ambient temperature by

accessing the Function Control Menu, activating the
TEMPERATURE function, and adjusting the value by
or
.
pressing
When the external temperature probe is connected (see

Figure 3-2 to connect the temperature probe), it automatically supplies an updated temperature to the instrument.
NOTE: When ambient temperature is entered manually, the

temperature value shown in the upper left corner of the Ascan display screen will be enclosed by a box. The box will not
be visable when the temperature probe is connected. The
manual temperature setting capability is disabled when the
external temperature probe is connected to the instrument.
In operating environments where temperatures
change during the measurement process, the
displayed temperature at the time an
L-Ref or fastener measurement is recorded will be
stored along with the ultrasonic reading and utilized
in fastener calculations. These stored temperature
values can be viewed from the group display screen
as shown in Figure 4-5.
Figure 4-5TEMPERATURE DATA

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4.3 Recording an L-Ref

The BoltMike determines fastener loading by comparing tensioned and unloaded measurements taken from the same
fastener. A reference length (L-Ref) must be recorded for a fastener prior to recording the fasteners as-installed
tensioned measurement.
The unstressed measurement, known as the reference length or L-Ref, is typically recorded for each fastener in a
group prior to field installation. During this process the operator will identify each fastener with a number corresponding to its group name and number. After a fastener is installed, a tensioned reading is stored for each fastener.
Couple the probe to the head of an unstressed fastener (see GE Inspection Technologies Guide to Ultrasonic
Inspection of Fasteners to properly prepare a fastener for inspection). Prior to recording an L-Ref, be sure youve
completed the steps outlined above, including:
Adjusted the displays zoom setting
Adjusted gain (if required)
Figure 4-6A REFERENCE LENGTH (L-REF) MUST
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NOTE: Tensioned-fastener measurements may not be recorded for a specific fastener until a non-tensioned reference
length (L-Ref) has been recorded for that fastener. See the previous manual section to record an L-Ref measurement.
4.4 Measuring Tensioned Fasteners

Tensioned fastener measurements for a specific fastener must be stored in the same group, and the same fastenernumber position, as the L-Ref for that fastener. With the desired group and fastener number active, follow the procedures in Figure 4-7 to store tensioned-fastener measurements of LOAD, STRESS, and ELONGATION.
Figure 4-7RECORDING A MEASUREMENT FOR A TENSIONED FASTENER

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4.4.1
Navigating Within
a Group
There are three ways to navigate from one

fastener to another within the active group. First,
if the A-scan screen is displayed and more than
one fastener is stored in the active group, it is
possible to navigate through the fastener positions (and tightening stages, if applicable) as
shown in Figure 4-8.
Alternatively, pressing
allows you to
search the active group for a specific fastener

name, or scroll through all fasteners in the group
as shown in Figure 4-9.
4.4.2
Clearing (Deleting)
Stored Readings
from a Group
To delete a single stored (tensioned) reading

from a group:
Figure 4-8VIEW FUNCTION AND NAVIGATING WITHIN
Step 1:
Navigate to the fastener and stage
number as shown in Figure 4-8.
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Figure 4-9PRESS
TO ACCESS THIS SCREEN AND SEARCH FOR A SPECIFIC FASTENER NAME OR
SCROLL THROUGH ALL FASTENERS IN THE GROUP. THIS SCREEN ALSO ALLOWS YOU TO EDIT FASTENER
NAMES.
Step 2:
Provided there is a measurement stored in the active fastener, the CLEAR function will appear at the bottom
of the A-scan display. Press and hold
to clear the reading.
To delete a stored L-Ref reading from a group:
Step 1:
Navigate to the fastener and stage number as shown in Figure 4-8.
Step 2:
Now make the L-Ref reading active (by pressing
CLEAR function.
if required), then press and hold
to activate the
Step 3: Deleting a fasteners L-Ref reading will cause the instrument to automatically delete all tensioned readings f
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4.4.3
Printing a Hard Copy of the Display
(A-scan or Graphical Bar)
The BoltMike III can be connected directly to a printer to output a hard copy print of the A-Scan or Graphical Bar
display screen. The printed hard copy will also include a listing of some instrument settings and measured values. (To
print the contents of a stored group which will not include a hard copy of the display screen refer to Section 5.4.)
Before printing an A-scan hardcopy, you must do the following:
Step 1:
Connect the printer to the instrument using the correct printer cable.
Step 2:
Press
to access the Function Menu Screen
and
until the PRINTER function is selected. Press
Step 3:
Press
printer attached. Printer options are:
and use
to specify the type of
EPSON IJET
EPSON (dot matrix)
DPU-414
DPU-411
HP LASER
HP IJET-S (ink-jet serial)
HP IJET
Step 4:
Press
until the BAUD RATE function is selected. Press
and use
or
to input the connected
printers rate.
Once the instrument is configured for the connected printer, you can continue with the A-scan hard copy printing
process. The printed hard copy will include:
Date
The entire display screen
Measurement mode
Gain setting
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Units of measurement
Probe coupled status
Group parameter values
Current fasteners reference length
Display-screen listing of measured load, stress, and

elongation
Material type (or custom-material name)
Input or standard material properties
Stress ratio and offset corrections
Step 5:
Access the A-scan or Graphical Bar Display Screen. A probe should be connected and coupled, and the Ascan image should appear as desired before printing. Do not store the measured load as this will cause the PRINT
command to be replaced by the CLEAR command.
Step 6:
Press
printed hard copy.
to print a hardcopy of the A-scan. All settings and values listed above will be included in the
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Chapter 5:
Working with Groups
Fastener measurements taken with the BoltMike III are stored in groups. In addition to fastener reference (unstressed)
and tensioned lengths, the stored bolt group contains information about the type of fastener youre measuring and
certain instrument settings. Before measuring fasteners, at least one group must be stored in your instrument. In
this chapter youll learn how to
Create a new group (Section 5.1)
Recall a stored group (Section 5.2)
Copy an existing group (Section 5.3)
Print the contents of a group (Section 5.4)
Delete an existing group (Section 5.5)
Edit an existing group (Section 5.6)
5.1 Creating a New Group

To create a new group, you must only specify a group name. In most cases, however, youll wish to enter additional
information. Most often youll indicate the material type and physical characteristics of the fastener being tested, the
number of fasteners youre testing, and the number of tensioning stages after which you wish to measure fastener
loading. You may also enter comments related to the bolt group and a specific name for the type of fastener being
tested.
Follow Steps 1 through 9 in Figure 5-1 to create a new group:
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Figure 5-1CREATING A NEW GROUP

NOTE: The instructions for creating a new group, explained in this section, assume that your inspection application involves a
standard fastener type. Material properties for types B7, B16, 8.8, 9.8, 10.9, 11.9, 12.9, 304SS, 316SS, 1020S, Monel, and
A490 are stored in your instrument and cannot be modified. To adjust any of these pre-loaded material properties, select
for CUSTOM material. Once selected, the custom
MATERIAL on the NEW GROUP creation screen, and then press
material type must be named using the on-screen keyboard. Then press
to complete naming. Now all
material properties can be adjusted. Custom material names can only be changed by first pressing
to select the
to edit. The new custom material type is added to the
material name (on the Group Display screen) then pressing
material selection list. Up to a total of 10 custom types can be added and are then available for selection whenever a group is
created or edited. When more than 10 custom materials are added, the oldest materials are overwritten by the newest ones.
During instrument reset, all custom material types will be deleted. Be sure to store (in StressWare) groups containing custom
material types you wish to retain prior to resetting the instrument.
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BoltMike III
NOTE: To create a new group containing group-parameter values that match those of any stored group (including
number of fasteners, material type and properties, comments, and number of stages but not the fasteners reference lengths), simply make the group whose parameter values you wish to copy active at the time you create a new
group. The newly created group will have, as its default parameter values, the settings of the active group at the time
the new group was created. Of course any or all of these parameter values can be modified during the group creation
process. To copy group-parameter values and fastener reference lengths see Section 5.3.
NOTE: The user assigned APPROXIMATE LENGTH sets the triggering gates position and width. When the user
enters an approximate length that is less than 10 inches, the gate width is automatically set to 2 inches and its
starting point is placed at a location thats 1/8 inch shorter than the approximate length. When the user enters an
approximate length that is greater than or equal to 10 inches, the gates width is set to 10% of the entered length (with
a minimum width of 2 inches). In this case the gate is positioned so that it is centered about the user entered approximate length.
5.2 Recalling Stored Groups

Stored groups can be recalled and modified at any time. To recall a group:
Step 1:
Press
Step 2:
Activate the group selection function by pressing
the upper-left corner of the display.
below the SELECT function. A group list will appear in
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5.3 Copying an Existing Group

Group parameter values (including number of fasteners, material type and properties, comments, and number of
stages) and fastener reference lengths of any stored groups can be copied to a new group. To copy a group, it must
first be recalled (as described above). To copy the active group:
Step 1:
Press
to open the Group Display Screen.
Step 2:
Activate the group copy function by pressing
appear on the right side of the display.
below the word COPY. The on-screen keyboard will
Step 3:
Enter the new groups name (as shown in Step 2 of Figure 5-1), and then press
been entered. The newly created file will now be active.
when the name has
NOTE: To create a new group containing group-parameter values that match those of any stored group (including
number of fasteners, material type and properties, comments, and number of stages but not the fasteners reference lengths), simply make the group whose parameter values you wish to copy active at the time you create a new
group. The newly created group will have, as its default parameter values, the settings of the active group at the time
the new group was created. Of course any or all of these parameter values can be modified during the group creation
process.
5.4 Printing Stored Groups

Before sending a groups contents to a printer, you must do the following:
Step 1:
Connect the printer to the instrument using the correct printer cable.
Step 2:
Press
to access the Function Menu Screen

BoltMike III
Step 3:
Press
and
until the PRINTER function is selected. Press
printer attached. Printer options are:
EPSON IJET
EPSON (dot matrix)
DPU-414
DPU-411
HP LASER
HP IJET-S (ink-jet serial)
HP IJET
Step 4:
Press
to specify the type of
NOTE: The following procedure explains how to print the contents

of a stored group. To print the active A-scan display (as well as a
limited listing of instrument settings and measured values), refer
to section 4.4.3
Step 5:
Press
printers rate.
until the BAUD RATE function is selected. Press
Step 6:
Press
and use
and use
or
to input the connected
Once the instrument is configured for the connected printer, you can continue with the group printing process. A printed
group will include:
All reference and tensioned length measurements stored in

the group
Groups material type, material properties, comments, limits

and other information which was input when the group was
created
Step 7:
Press
to access the Group Display Screen.
Step 8:
output.
Press
Step 9:
Follow the on-screen instructions to select the group to be printed. Then press
to send the selected group to the printer. All features listed above will be included in the printed
.
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Step 3:
Press
to select the stored group you wish to recall, and then press
5.5 Deleting Stored Groups

Stored groups can be deleted at any time. Once deleted, the contents of a group may not be restored. Note that section
4.4.2 explains how to CLEAR (delete) individual values within a group without deleting the entire group. To delete an
entire group:
Step 1:
Press
Step 2:
Activate the group selection function by pressing
the upper-left corner of the display.
below the SELECT function. A group list will appear in
Step 3:
Press
to select the stored group you wish to delete, press
below the DELETE function.
Step 4:
As prompted on the display screen, press and hold
DELETE the group.
BoltMike III
to make the group active, and then press
for three seconds to confirm the command to
5.6 Editing Stored Groups

After a group is created, the value of those group parameters listed below may be edited. Note that when the change in
group-parameter value effects the calculation of load, stress, or elongation, editing the parameter value will cause the
instrument to automatically modify these calculated outputs.
Approximate Length
X-Sectional Area
Stress Offset
Stage Name
Measured Temperature
Low Limit
Bolt Comment
Material Type
Effective Length
Stress Ratio
Bolt Name
Reference Temperature
Limit Type
High Limit
Group Comment
Custom Material Properties
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Chapter 6: Calibration Groups

When material-property constants are not known or when a high level of accuracy is desired, calibration groups are
used. A calibration group can be created using a single fastener or as many as nine fasteners. To create a calibration
group, known tensile loads are applied to a fastener while the fasteners response is measured. The known tensile
loads, corresponding to each tensioned fastener measurement, are inputted into the BoltMike III. The instrument then
uses the calibration data to calculate Stress Offset and/or Stress Ratio values.
In this chapter, youll learn how to
Create a new calibration group (Section 6.1)
Store measurements in a calibration group (Section 6.2)
Apply the corrections calculated by the calibration group to

conventional groups (Section 6.3)
The BoltMike III relies on ultrasonic inspection techniques to determine fastener loading, elongation, and other values.
The accuracy of load and elongation calculations depends on many factors. Two major influences on the accuracy of
these calculations are the material-property constants used and the fastener systems physical characteristics.
While the material-property constants (including elasticity, acoustic velocity, and yield strength) are considered to be
standard values, actual material properties vary widely. This variation is even found among fasteners produced in the
same manufacturers lot. When recording measurements in a conventional BoltMike III group, the accuracy of load and
elongation calculations depends partly on the difference between the fasteners actual material properties and those
properties represented by the standard material constants. Similarly, variations in fastening systems physical characteristics (such as thread geometry) affect the accuracy of load and elongation
calculations.
When BoltMike III users desire to calculate load, elongation, stress, or TOF (time of flight) values within 5% (or less) of
the actual value, they generally choose to create calibration groups.
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variations in fastening systems physical characteristics (such as thread geometry) affect the accuracy of load and
elongation
calculations.
When BoltMike III users desire to calculate load, elongation, stress, or TOF (time of flight) values within 5% (or less) of
the actual value, they generally choose to create calibration groups.
NOTE: Decisions related to the creation of a calibration group should only be made with
full understanding of their impact on the accuracy of fastener inspections. If additional
information is required, refer to GE Inspectiion Technologies Guide to Ultrasonic Inspection
of Fasteners.
6.1 Creating a Calibration Group

To create a new calibration group, you must first specify a group name, the material type and physical characteristics
of the fastener being tested, the number of fasteners youre testing, and the number of LOAD levels at which youll
record fastener reaction (to a maximum of nine fasteners and nine loads each). You may also enter comments related
to the calibration group and a specific name for the type of fastener being tested. Refer to Figure 6-1 and follow Steps 1
through 8 below to create a new Calibration Group:
Step 1:
Press
to open the NEW CAL GROUP Display Screen shown in Figure 6-1(A).
Step 2:
Use the on-screen keyboard to input a Calibration Group name. Note that Cal Group names always begin
with the character *. Press
(DONE) to store the group name.
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Step 3:
Press
or
to select each group param-
to activate the
eter you wish to adjust, and then press
highlighted parameter. Note that when creating a calibration
group you must specify the number of fasteners youll test
during the calibration process, and the number of known
loads youll apply to each fastener. Figure 6-1(B)
Steps 4, 5, 6:
Follow the on-screen instructions to
change the value of the highlighted feature. Figure 6-1(B)
Step 7:
If you wish to input material-property constants
other than the standard values stored in your instrument,
select the Cal Group feature titled MATERIAL, and then
press
to input a CUSTOM material type. This CUSTOM function requires that you name the new material type
and allows you to adjust the value of each
by pressing
material constant. See Section 5.1 for more instructions on
naming, editing, and deleting custom material types.
Step 8:
1(B)
Press
to CREATE the Cal Group. Figure 6-
Reference and tensioned fastener data must be stored prior

to calculating the Calibration Groups Stress Offset and/or
Stress Ratio. Refer to Section 6.2 to store measurements in
the calibration group and calculate these parameters.
Figure 6-1CREATING CALIBRATION GROUPS
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Step 8:
Press
to CREATE the Cal Group. Figure 6-1(B)
Reference and tensioned fastener data must be stored prior to calculating the Calibration Groups Stress Offset and/or
Stress Ratio. Refer to Section 6.2 to store measurements in the calibration group and calculate these parameters.
NOTE: To create a new cal group containing group-parameter values that match those of any stored group
(including number of fasteners, material type and properties, and comments, but not the fasteners reference lengths), simply make the cal group whose parameter values you wish to copy active at the time you
create a new group. The newly created cal group will have, as its default parameter values, the settings of the
active group at the time the new group was created. Of course any or all of these parameter values can be
modified during the cal group creation process.
6.2 Storing Measurements in a

Calibration Group
Once a new calibration group is created, reference (non-tensioned) and tensioned measurements must be stored for
each fastener in the group. Calibration groups are selected for activation just like any other group by pressing
then pressing
and scrolling through the list of available groups. Remember, calibration group names are preceded
with the character *.
L-Ref (non-tensioned) and tensioned measurements must be recorded for each fastener in the calibration group before
the Stress Offset and/or Stress Ratio calculations can be made. To store these values, a source of known tensile load
must be available. Refer to GE Inspection Technologies Guide to Ultrasonic Inspection of Fasteners for detailed
information related to collecting loaded-fastener calibration data.
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Refer to Figure 6-2 (Parts 1 and 2) and follow Steps 1 through 10 to store fastener measurements in a Calibration
Group.
NOTE: Prior to calculating the correction factor(s), the instrument will prompt you to choose between a
REGRESSION (calculates Stress Offset and Ratio) or VECTOR calculation. If you require additional information when choosing the calculation method, then refer to GE Inspection Technologies Guide to Ultrasonic
Inspection of Fasteners.
Figure 6-2 (Part 1)STORING MEASUREMENTS IN A CAL GROUP

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Figure 6-2 (Part 2)STORING
6.3 Using Calibration Group Calculations

The procedures listed in Sections 6.1 and 6.2 allow a cal group to be created and Stress Offset and/or Stress Ratio to
be calculated. There are two ways to apply the resulting correction factors to other groups. First, create a conventional group (Section 5.1). While creating the conventional group, input the Stress Offset and/or Stress Ratio values
from the cal group. Alternatively, copy the contents of the cal group and adjust the number of fasteners to satisfy
requirements.
(Section 5.3)
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Chapter 7:
Specifications and Warranty
The following lists the features and specifications of your BoltMike III. This chapter concludes with warranty information
for your BoltMike III.
7.1 Features
The BoltMike III offers many standard features including:
A-Scan display of waveform with automatic gain

adjustment
Alternative LARGE DIGIT and bar-graph display feature
Operator-controlled zoom
User initiated probe / instrument zeroing
Calibration for non-standard fastener and material types
Unlimited input of special material types and properties
Sufficient memory to store up to 512 Groups and 10000

bolts
Printed reports that can be sent directly to various types of

printers
STRESSWARE (Windows based) software allows for

two-way communication between instrument and PC.
Report, group parameters, and measurements can be
transmitted to and from the instrument.
Software upgrades can be accomplished by operators
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7.2
International (Multi-Language, Date and Time Formats)

user interface that offers the following languages:
English
French
German
Spanish
Italian
Russian
Japanese (availability will be based on demand)
Specifications
Bolt Measurement Range:
0.75 inch to 2 50 inches
Measurement Resolution:
0.0001 inch
Load measurement accuracy:

Operating temperature range:
Temperature measurement:
2%
10C to +50C
External temperature transducer provides automatic updating (manual input is
also possible)
Graphic Waveform LCD (1/4 VGA)
3.8 x 2.8 inches (320 x240 pixels)
4 Hz
Contrast, backlight, and four-stage zoom
Display Type:
Display (w x h):
Display update:
Display Adjustments:
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Memory:
Power Supply:
512 bolt groups; 10000 bolts

5 AA batteries (alkaline, NiCad, NiMH) or external AC to DC power converter
supply.
Battery Life:
Up to 30 hours
Measurement Methods:
Ultrasonic Single Echo and Multiple-Echo
Operational Adjustments:
Phase Selection, Automatic Gain Compensation, and Manual Gain Adjustment
Dimensions (w x h x d):
7.5 x 5.5 x 2.2 inches
Weight:
2.5 lbs.
Probe:
Single Element Magnetic
CE Compliance
This instrument was evaluated and found to be within compliance of the

following test specifications:
EN 55011:1991 Group 2 Class A
EN 61000-4-3:1997
80-1000MHz, 1.4 GHz - 2GHz
10 V/m, Criteria A
EN 61000-4-4:1995 Criteria A
EN 61000-4-5:1995 Criteria B
EN 61000-4-6:1995 Criteria A
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7.3 Instrument and Transducer Warranty

There are no warranties, expressed or implied by either distributor or the manufacturer on new equipment except the
manufacturers warranty against defects in material and workmanship set forth below:
GE Inspection Technologies warrants new instruments manufactured by GE Inspection Technologies and delivered to
the original retail purchaser F.O.B. GE Inspection Technologies factory, to be free from
defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service, for a period of two years from delivery of the
instrument.
GE Inspection Technologies warrants new transducers manufactured by GE Inspection Technologies and delivered to
the original retail purchaser F.O.B. GE Inspection Technologies factory, to be free from
defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service, for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase.
These warranties are subject to the following limitations to which the Buyer expressly agrees:
A. GE Inspection Technologies obligation under this warranty is limited solely to repairing or replacing, at our option
and without charge, FOB GE Inspection Technologies factory in Lewistown, PA with transportation prepaid by the
Buyer within the warranty period and which, upon examination by GE Inspection Technologies shall be found to its
reasonable satisfaction to have been thus defective. THIS REMEDY IS EXPRESSLY SUBSTITUTED FOR ANY AND
ALL OTHER REMEDIES POSSIBLE UNDER THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE, STATE, COMMON OR STATUTORY LAW OR OTHERWISE.
B.
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The provisions of this warranty SHALL NOT APPLY:
To any instrument or transducer, which has been subject to misuse, negligence or accident or which has
been repaired or altered outside GE Inspection Technologies factory in any way so as to, in GE Inspec
tion Technologies sole but reasonable judgment affect its performance and reliability.
To any instrument or transducer, which has been subjected to an environment, chemistry or temperature
that is not compatible with the materials of construction.
To any parts of an instrument or transducer, which, under normal usage, would not or are not expected to
last the warranty period, i.e. wear items (i.e. batteries and cables).
To any instrument or transducer, which have not been subject to proper care and maintenance.
GE Inspection Technologies shall not be liable for any damages, whether direct or indirect, economic,
commercial, incidental, or consequential, and whether arising from GE Inspection Technologies
negli
gence, breach of contract, product liability, warranty or any other reason.
To any instruments or transducer not manufactured by GE Inspection Technologies. For equipment

furnished, but not manufactured by GE Inspection Technologies, GE Inspection Technologies
assigns to the
Buyer any warranty and/or claim it may have against the manufacturer or
supplier of the equipment.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING
ANY IMPLIED OR EXPRESSED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SUITABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE and GE Inspection Technologies neither assumes nor authorizes another to assume any liability in
connection with such equipment, except as provided above.
7.4 Service
Every effort has been made to provide you with a reliable product. However, should service become necessary contact:
SERVICE DEPARTMENT
GE Inspection Technologies, LP
50 Industrial Park Road
Lewistown, PA 17044
Telephone (717) 242-0327 or (866) 243-2638
Fax (717) 242-2606
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7.5 Returning Goods

Please return any materials or goods for repair directly to GE Inspection Technologies Service Department at 50
Industrial Park Road, Lewistown, PA 17044. An RMA number is not needed. Items returned shall be shipped in an
appropriate manner. Customers shipping from outside the USA should send instruments returned for repair via UPS if
possible. Shipping charges and duties/customs fees are the responsibility of the customer.
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Index
A
A-scan Display ................................................................................................................... 6
AGC ................................................................................................................................... 27
Alarm Limits ..................................................................................................................... 30
Alarm Lamp .................................................................................................................... 30
ALWAYS ON ....................................................................................................................... 11
Ambient Temperature ................................................................................................. 31
APPROXIMATE LENGTH ................................................................................................. 41
AUTO OFF .......................................................................................................................... 11
Automatic Gain Compensation .................................................................................. 27
B
BACKLIGHT ....................................................................................................................... 11
Batteries ............................................................................................................................ 2
BATTERY TYPE ................................................................................................................. 11
Battery Type .................................................................................................................... 14
BAUD RATE ....................................................................................................................... 43
C
Calibration Group Calculations .................................................................................. 50
CalibrationGroups ......................................................................................................... 45
Clearing (Deleting) Stored Readings from a Group .............................................. 34
CONTRAST ........................................................................................................................ 11
Copying an Existing Group .......................................................................................... 42
Creating a Calibration Group ...................................................................................... 46
Creating a New Group .................................................................................................. 39
D
Date Format .................................................................................................................... 13
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Decimal ............................................................................................................................ 13
delete a single stored (tensioned) reading from a .............................................. 34
Deleting Stored Groups ............................................................................................... 44
E
edit fastener names ........................................................................................ 35
Editing Stored Groups ..................................................................................... 44
ELONGATION .................................................................................................... 33
F
Function Menu .................................................................................................................
G
gates position and width ..............................................................................................
Groups ...............................................................................................................................
H
High Limit ..........................................................................................................................
I
Initial Pulse (I.P.) ...............................................................................................................
Instrument Zeroing .......................................................................................................
K
Keypad Features ..............................................................................................................
L
L-Ref ...................................................................................................................................
Language ...........................................................................................................................
LIMIT TYPE ........................................................................................................................
LOAD ...................................................................................................................................
Lock-Out ............................................................................................................................
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10
41
39
30
25
17
5
32
13
30
33
19
Low limit ............................................................................................................................ 30

M
Measuring Tensioned Fasteners ................................................................................ 33
Multi-Echo (M.E.) .............................................................................................................. 25
N
Navigating Within a Group .............................................................................................. 34
new calibration group ................................................................................................... 46
new group ......................................................................................................................... 16
O
Operating Mode ............................................................................................................... 25
P
PASSWORD ......................................................................................................................... 19
Phase ................................................................................................................................. 28
POWER DOWN ..................................................................................................................... 11
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PRINT ................................................................................................... 10
PRINTER ............................................................................................... 43
printing an A-Scan hardcopy .............................................................. 36
Printing Stored Groups ....................................................................... 42
Probe .................................................................................................... 17
R
Recalling Stored Groups ............................................................. 16, 41
reference length .................................................................................. 32
REGRESSION ...................................................................................... 49
RF DISPLA ............................................................................................ 11
S
search for a specific fastener name ................................................... 35
STRESS ............................................................................................... 33
Stress Offset ........................................................................................ 50
Stress Ratio .......................................................................................... 50
T
TEMPERATURE ................................................................................... 31
temperature probe .............................................................................. 31
Tensioned fastener .............................................................................. 33
threshold trigger .................................................................................. 29
Time Format ....................................................................................... 13
U
Units ...................................................................................................... 13
V
VECTOR ................................................................................................ 49
W
Warranty .............................................................................................. 53
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Z
zero crossing ........................................................................................ 29
Zeroing ................................................................................................ 17
Zoom .................................................................................................................................. 23
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Selection of the correct test equipment

Knowledge of the specific test application requirements

Training on the part of the instrument operator

Soundwave propagation theory

Effects of the velocity at which sound moves through the

Behavior of the sound wave

Which areas are covered by the sound beam

BoltMike III Operating Manual

Key Features of the BoltMike III .............................................................. 1

Chapter 2: Keypad, Display Screens, and Functions ..................... 5

Keypad Features .......................................................................................... 5

Chapter 3: Instrument Setup ...........................................................13

Setting Basic Function Values ................................................................ 13

Chapter 4: Inspecting Fasteners ....................................................21

Preparing for Inspection ........................................................................... 22

BoltMike III Operating Manual

Chapter 5: Working with Groups ....................................................39

Creating a New Group .............................................................................. 39

Chapter 6: Calibration Groups ........................................................45

Creating a Calibration Group ................................................................. 46

Chapter 7: Specifications and Warranty ........................................51

BoltMike III Operating Manual

1.1 Key Features of the BoltMike III

Lightweight 2.5 lbs (1.1 Kg)

Large A-scan VGA Display

30 hours life with 5 AA alkaline batteries

Easy-to-use, single-level menu system

Multiple display-screen languages

Real-time temperature measurement

1.2 BoltMike III Ultrasonic Inspection Kit

BoltMike III Instrument

(2) Transducer Cables, Lemo to MD, 10 feet

BoltMike III Operating Manual

Hard-shell Transport Case

Soft-shell Carrying Bag

Guide to Ultrasonic Inspection of Fasteners

Quick-Reference Operators Card

1.3 Installing Batteries in the Boltmike III

The instrument is powered by five AA size batteries.

It will accept Alkaline, NiCAD, or NiMH (nickel metal

Alkaline batteries, which are recommended, will provide

When rechargeable batteries are used, they must be

BoltMike III Operating Manual

Figure 1-1INSTALLING BATTERIES

NOTE: It is recommended that the

BoltMike III Operating Manual

Keypad, Display Screens, and Functions

2.1 Keypad Features

2.2 Interpreting Display Screens

2.2 Interpreting Display Screens

A-scan Display Screen (Figure 2-2)

Graphical Limit Display Screen (Figure 2-3)

Function Menu Screen (Figure 2-4)

Group Navigation and Creation Screens (Figure 2-5)

Figure 2-2A-SCAN DISPLAY SCREENDisplays A-scan, gates, active data-file

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Figure 2-3GRAPHICAL LIMIT DISPLAY SCREENDisplays graphical

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Figure 2-4FUNCTION MENU SCREENDisplays all functional

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