Cygnus Ultrasonic Hatch Cover Tester

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Professional ultrasonic hatch cover leak detector for cargo hatch covers, watertight doors, and marine access hatches. Features adjustable transmitter power, OH and dB display, cargo-onboard testing, and fast leak location for marine survey and vessel maintenance applications.

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▸Description

Professional Ultrasonic Hatch Cover Leak Detector

The Cygnus Hatch Sure Ultrasonic Hatch Cover Leak Detector is a professional marine inspection system designed for fast and reliable weather-tightness testing of cargo hatch covers, watertight doors, inspection hatches, and marine access covers. Using advanced airborne ultrasonic technology, it accurately identifies leakage paths without the need for conventional hose testing, significantly reducing inspection time, water consumption, and operational costs while improving testing efficiency.

Suitable for bulk carriers, container ships, general cargo vessels, offshore platforms, and marine service vessels, the Hatch Sure enables rapid leak detection during routine maintenance, vessel surveys, class inspections, and cargo hold integrity assessments. Inspections can be carried out with cargo already onboard, minimising vessel downtime and improving operational flexibility.

Designed for Fast and Accurate Marine Leak Detection

The Hatch Sure system consists of a high-power ultrasonic transmitter, a lightweight handheld receiver, flexible inspection microphones, and a telescopic extension probe for inspecting difficult-to-reach sealing areas. The transmitter features six selectable output power levels, allowing the ultrasonic signal to be optimised for everything from small watertight doors to large cargo holds.

The receiver simultaneously displays both Open Hatch (OH) values and sound pressure level (dB) readings, enabling inspectors to quickly identify leakage locations and evaluate seal integrity with confidence. Operating at 40 kHz ultrasonic frequency, the system delivers stable and repeatable inspection results while remaining unaffected by normal ambient noise.

Designed for demanding marine environments, the receiver is protected to IP65 (IP66 when fitted inside the protective pouch), while the rugged transmitter features a weather-resistant protective case and multiple suspension points for lowering safely into cargo holds. Rechargeable batteries provide up to 4–5 hours of continuous operation, with optional alkaline battery operation for extended field use.

Weighing only 3.8 kg as a complete kit, the Cygnus Hatch Sure can be transported easily and operated by a single inspector. It is widely used by shipowners, marine surveyors, classification societies, ports, shipyards, and vessel maintenance teams for preventive maintenance, leak investigations, and weather-tightness verification.

Key Features

  • Professional ultrasonic hatch cover leak detector
  • Rapid weather-tightness testing without hose testing
  • Suitable for cargo hatch covers, watertight doors, and access hatches
  • Inspections can be performed with cargo onboard
  • Six selectable transmitter power levels
  • Simultaneous OH value and dB display
  • High-power 40 kHz ultrasonic transmitter
  • Lightweight portable system weighing only 3.8 kg
  • Flexible inspection microphones with telescopic extension
  • Rechargeable battery operation with long operating time
  • Rugged marine construction for demanding environments
  • Fast setup with simple single-person operation
  • Ideal for marine surveys, vessel maintenance, ship inspections, and cargo hold integrity testing
  • Complies with CE, UKCA, RoHS, and BS EN 60945 maritime standards

▸Specifications

DescriptionParameter
Hatch Sure Receiver
Size110 x 185 x 45 mm (4.4 x 7.3 x 1.8 inch)
Weight500 g (17 oz) (inc. batteries)
Power9v PP3 battery – 2 x MaxE
Rechargeable batteries supplied
Battery Life4 – 5 hrs continuous with MaxE rechargeable battery
8 – 9 hrs continuous with Alkaline battery
ProtectionIP65 (IP66 in soft-pouch)
Frequency40.000 KHz, +/- 200 Hz Bandwidth
EnclosureABS plastic with orange shock-absorbing outer boot
Outdoor all weather soft-pouch with mounted belt strap
Temperature RangeOperating: -20C to 50C (-4F to 122F)
Storage: -10C to 60C (14F to 140F)
Warranty3 years
Hatch Sure Inspection Microphone
Size240 x 12 x 15 mm (9.4 x 0.47 x 0.6 inch) (with rubber sleeve fitted)
Warranty6 months
Quantity2 x flexible inspection microphones supplied
Hatch Sure Telescopic Extension

Size
Extended length: 1.215 m (4 ft)
Collapsed length: 0.4 m (16 inch)
Weight300 g (10 oz)
Warranty1 year
Hatch Sure Transmitter
Size120 x 150 x 90 mm (4.7 x 5.9 x 3.5 inch)
Weight680 g (24 oz) (inc. batteries)
Power12 x Rechargeable MaxE 2100 mAh supplied with kit (alternatively 6 x AA batteries)
External 12-24 v DC power input socket (1 amp)
Battery Life4 hours with 2100 mAh MaxE batteries
Battery ChargerA 6 cell charger is supplied
100 – 240 v AC 50-60 Hz supply
Charge time is approx. 3 hours
ProtectionIP40 in soft-pouch with emitters exposed (normal use)
IP42 in soft-pouch with cover flat secured (storage)
Frequency40.000 kHz, +/- 80 Hz Bandwidth Frequency modulated
Elements19 x 16 mm (0.63 inch) diameter 40 KHz ultrasound emitters
Max. Power130 dB (SPL)
Output6 selectable pre-set power levels – full power
5 selectable lower outputs in 11 dB steps
EnclosureABS plastic
Padded soft-pouch with protective weather cover and 4 points for attaching rope for lowering into holds
Temperature RangeOperating: -20C to 50C (-4F to 122F)
Storage: -10C to 60C (14F to 140F)
ComplianceCE, BS EN 60945:2002 (Maritime navigation and radio communication equipment and systems – General requirements – Methods of testing and required test results)
EnvironmentCE, UKCA, RoHS
Warranty3 years

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