Many manufacturers say leak defects are the #1 issue affecting repairs, warranty, and productivity. Taking the best approach to leak test can be challenging, from selecting the appropriate test type and setting up the test station to managing test limits and cycle times for the right balance of quality and throughput.

Sciemetric has extensive experience helping manufacturers achieve a more accurate, reliable leak test, even in challenging or complex situations. Using Sciemetric’s data-driven technology, manufacturers can also better optimize leak test stations and respond faster when quality issues arise.

Smarter leak test solutions to identify leaks—and identify root causes, including:

  • Missing wires or terminals
  • Damaged seals or gaskets
  • Cracked or porous materials (e.g., plastic or castings)
  • Improperly tightened fittings or connections
  • Worn or rolled O-rings or deteriorated elastomers
  • Missing or incorrectly installed components
  • Poor welds or brazed joints
  • And more

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A smarter leak test system—powered by Sciemetric’s PSV™ technology

Sciemetric’s digital process signature technology records more datapoints to create a digital “fingerprint” for the best possible visibility into all stages of the leak test operation—from start to fill to stabilization to test to exhaust. Our technology provides insight into the full test so that when you need to adjust test limits, or analyze a quality issue, you have access to clear, visualized data insights.

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Use process data to improve your leak test

Using the data generated during your leak test processes is the quickest way to improve your leak test. Sciemetric’s QualityWorX software gives you the tools and insight to better identify failures at the leak test station, as well as optimize and improve your leak test. Manufacturers can also consolidate leak test with data collected from key application tests from across the line for a full birth history record and more accurate root cause analysis—and more.
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Set up, identify, improve and optimize your test limits using data
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Hit both Gage R and cycle time targets
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Access full birth history traceability based on part serial numbers or timestamps
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Immediately visualize the effect of changes on the test
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Connect leak test failures to defects further up the line

Turnkey and custom leak test carts and stations 

Sciemetric has an offering of standard leak test carts, customized solutions, retrofit and upgrade services, or fully unique custom-built cart and bench designs to fit your testing needs and budget.

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Ready for a smarter leak test?

Leak testing is one of the most common quality tests required on the manufacturing line—but it can be challenging to do it right. Contact us to see how our smart leak test solutions will improve your leak test, product quality, and efficiency!

Proven, smart solutions to improve nearly any type of leak test 

  • Solve common challenges experienced during the leak test process and setup, including ensuring leak test accuracy, improving cycle time and Gage R, and more.
  • Data-driven insights that help you to set up a test, optimize a test and adjust test limits, analyze defect issues—and catch defects previously missed!

OUR LEAK TEST APPROACH IN ACTION

Data used to reduce Gage R—from 40% to 5%

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Sentinel 3520 improved cycle time to 3x faster—from 12 to 4 seconds

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Data used to achieve 2% gage R&R while improving cycle time

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Sentinel 3520 used to improve large volume leak test and see payback ROI in 4-6 months

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Using data with Sciemetric’s QualityWorX Suite to reduce cycle time in leak testing

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Reducing fill time for a faster leak test with Sentinel 3520

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Improving leak test repeatability by controlling test pressure with the Sentinel 3520

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Achieving a reliable, repeatable large volume leak test—using the Sentinel 3520

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How to improve your leak test: access these resources

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7 practical steps manufacturers can use to improve their leak test [eBook]
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Plugging the Gaps: Improving Your Manufacturing Leak Test with Data [eBook]
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The industry's largest portfolio of intelligent leak test systems

Sciemetric, Cincinnati Test Systems, and innomatec have combined products to offer one-stop shopping for manufacturers. With the industry’s largest single portfolio of leak test solutions, you can trust that we will have the solution that will address your needs and specifications.

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