• Tutorials

    TUTORIALS

    The DeFelsko PosiTest HHD C is a high-voltage Holiday Detector designed to locate pinholes, holidays, cracks and other discontinuities in non-conductive coatings applied over conductive substrates such as metal and concrete.

    The instrument uses continuous DC technology with an adjustable voltage range from 0.5 to 30 kV. During inspection, the electrode is moved across the coating while the detector monitors for an electrical path between the electrode and the grounded substrate.

    The PosiTest HHD C features an integrated voltage calculator that allows the coating thickness to be entered to assist with determining the appropriate test voltage according to the applicable inspection procedure.

  • Function Details

    FUNCTION DETAILS

    0.5 to 30 kV Range
    Allows the test voltage to be adjusted according to coating thickness, coating characteristics and the inspection procedure being followed.

    Continuous DC Output
    The PosiTest HHD C uses continuous high-voltage DC to detect electrical paths through defects in protective coatings.

    Integrated Voltage Calculator
    Allows the coating thickness to be entered to assist in calculating an appropriate test voltage and simplify instrument setup.

    Holiday Detection
    Detects pinholes, holidays, cracks and other discontinuities that may compromise the protection provided by the coating system.

    Audible and Visual Alerts
    Alerts the operator when a discontinuity is detected, making it easier to identify areas requiring further evaluation or repair.

    Compact Wand-Style Design
    Electronics and batteries are integrated into a single handheld instrument, allowing one-handed operation without a separate battery pack.

    Built-In Voltmeter
    Features an integrated voltage verification system and is supplied with a traceable calibration certificate.
  • Applications

    APPLICATIONS

    Detection of holidays in protective coatings;
    Identification of pinholes, pores, cracks and coating discontinuities;
    Inspection of non-conductive coatings on metal and concrete substrates;
    Quality control of industrial coating systems;
    Inspection of pipelines, tanks, structures and coated equipment;
    Verification of coating integrity before commissioning;
    High-voltage inspection of coatings suitable for the method.

    Recommended for coating inspectors, quality-control professionals, maintenance teams, service providers and industries that need to verify the continuity and integrity of protective coatings.

  • Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA:

    Product PosiTest HHD C High-Voltage Holiday Detector
    SKU / Model HHDCKIT
    Brand DeFelsko
    Type High-voltage dry Holiday Detector
    DC Output Continuous
    Voltage Range 0.5 to 30 kV
    Voltage Adjustment 10 V steps from 0.5 to 1 kV; 100 V steps above 1 kV
    Output Accuracy ±5%
    Substrates Conductive metal and concrete substrates
    Operating Temperature -20 to 60 °C (-4 to 140 °F)
    Batteries 4 Li-ion 18650 batteries
    Instrument Dimensions 33 x 10.8 x 8 cm
    Instrument Weight 0.74 kg with batteries, without electrode
    Case Heavy-duty hard-shell carrying case
    Application Detection of holidays, pinholes and discontinuities in coatings
  • Documents

    DOCUMENTS

    The PosiTest HHD C is listed by the manufacturer for use with international holiday detection procedures including ASTM D4787, ASTM D5162, ASTM D6747, ASTM D7953, ASTM G62, ISO 29601, NACE SP0188, NACE SP0274, NACE SP0490 and AS 3894.1. Always refer to the current standard, instrument manual and coating specification when selecting the test voltage.
  • Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS

    Check the availability of rolling spring electrodes, flat wire brush electrodes, half-circle electrodes, ground cables, extension rods and other accessories compatible with the DeFelsko PosiTest HHD series.