Magnaflux Y-2 AC Electromagnetic Yoke – 230V (SKU: 628555)
The Magnaflux Y-2 is the industry-leading AC electromagnetic yoke for magnetic particle inspection — engineered for fast, reliable surface defect detection in ferrous materials. Combining a rugged, sealed housing with a lightweight ergonomic design, the Y-2 reduces operator fatigue during extended inspections without sacrificing magnetic performance.
Configured for 230VAC operation, this yoke is purpose-built for international job sites, offshore platforms, and industrial facilities outside North America. Whether you’re inspecting welds on a pipeline, castings on the shop floor, or structural components in the field, the Y-2 delivers the consistent AC field strength and handling comfort your team needs to maintain quality and safety standards.
Key Features
- High-Performance AC Magnetic Field: Delivers strong, consistent AC fields for accurate surface defect detection in ferrous materials
- 230VAC Configuration: Purpose-built for international and industrial sites operating on 230V power infrastructure
- Lightweight & Ergonomic: At just under 5 lbs, the Y-2 offers exceptional portability without compromising strength — ideal for overhead and extended use
- Sealed Chemical-Resistant Construction: Rugged housing withstands harsh environments and heavy-duty industrial use
- Isolated, Replaceable Trigger Switch: Easy field serviceability with a replaceable trigger for extended yoke life
- Exceeds ASTM E1444 Lifting Specifications: Certified AC lifting force for compliant MPI inspections
- Compliant with Major Standards: ASTM E1444, ASME, MIL-STD, and other global NDT specifications
Getting the Most from Your Y-2 AC Yoke: The Y-2 is an AC-only yoke, which makes it optimized specifically for surface-breaking defect detection. AC creates a "skin effect" that concentrates the magnetic field at the part surface — making it highly sensitive to tight surface cracks, grinding cracks, and fatigue cracks that a DC yoke might miss at the surface.
For best results, orient the yoke legs perpendicular to the suspected defect direction — a crack parallel to the magnetic field will not be detected. Perform two passes at 90° to each other to ensure full coverage of the inspection area.
Always verify lifting force before each inspection shift using a certified yoke test weight. Per ASTM E1444, AC yokes must lift a minimum of 10 lb (4.5 kg) to be considered serviceable.
Applications
- Surface crack detection on welds, pipelines, and pressure vessels
- Inspection of castings, forgings, and machined ferrous parts
- Structural steel inspection in construction and infrastructure
- In-service inspection of aerospace and industrial components
- International and offshore job sites requiring 230V-compatible equipment
Specifications
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| SKU | 628555 |
| Current Type | AC only |
| Voltage | 230VAC |
| Plug Type | Type F with a Type G adapter |
| Weight | Under 5 lbs |
| AC Lifting Force | Exceeds ASTM E1444 (10 lb / 4.5 kg minimum) |
| Construction | Sealed, chemical & abrasion resistant |
| Trigger Switch | Isolated, replaceable |
| Serialized | Yes — individual serial number |
| Standards Compliance | ASTM E1444, ASME, MIL-STD |
| Demagnetization | No |
| Recommended Accessory | Certified Yoke Test Weight (PN 624115) |
| Brand | Magnaflux |