High-Intensity Portable Stroboscope for Rotation and Motion Inspection
The Sugawara MIGHTY STROBE X-1 is a battery-powered portable stroboscope designed for rotational-speed measurement, motion inspection, production inspection, and observation of high-speed moving objects.
Despite its compact handheld design, the X-1 provides up to 15 W of high-intensity xenon illumination. Its short 2.4 μs flash duration produces sharp stationary images of rapidly rotating or moving targets, while the internal lithium-ion battery supports portable use in production, maintenance, and research environments.
15 W
Maximum flash output with three selectable intensity levels
2.4 μs
Typical flash duration for sharp observation of high-speed motion
30–36,000 FPM
Internal-trigger flash-frequency range
900 g
Lightweight battery-powered body for single-handed operation
In addition to internal strobe operation, the X-1 supports external triggering, phase and time-delay functions, and tachometer measurement using compatible proximity or photoelectric sensors. These functions allow one instrument to cover visual inspection, rotational-speed measurement, synchronization, and research applications.
15 W High-Intensity Output
Provides selectable 5 W, 10 W, and 15 W output levels for different inspection distances and ambient-light conditions.
2.4 μs Short Flash Duration
Short xenon flash pulses help produce sharp stationary images of rapidly rotating and moving objects.
Wide Flash Frequency Range
Internal triggering covers 30 to 36,000 FPM, while external triggering supports 0 to 36,000 FPM.
Tachometer Function
Compatible external sensors enable rotational-speed measurement from 30 to 120,000 RPM.
External Trigger Support
Accepts voltage, TTL, open-collector, relay, and contact input signals for synchronized strobe operation.
Phase and Time Delay
External-trigger operation supports phase delay from 0 to 359° and time delay from 0 to 2,000 ms.
Battery-Powered Portability
The internal lithium-ion battery provides up to approximately four hours of operation at the low-intensity setting.
Single-Handed Operation
The 900 g handheld body is designed for portable inspection and rotational-speed measurement in production and field environments.
Motor Speed Measurement
Non-contact rotational-speed measurement and visual observation
of motors and other rotating equipment.
Rotating Machinery Inspection
Observation of rapidly rotating components during production,
maintenance, and equipment troubleshooting.
Printing Inspection
Visual checking of print registration, color alignment, blemishes,
crop marks, and other defects on moving webs.
Textile Machinery
Inspection of spindle rotation, yarn balloon behavior,
loom timing, and other high-speed textile processes.
Steel & Sheet Inspection
Visual inspection of moving sheet-metal surfaces in rolling
and production processes.
High-Speed Research
Observation, photography, and analysis of high-speed motion
and repetitive phenomena.
| Model | X-1 |
|---|---|
| Internal Trigger Flash Range | 30–36,000 FPM |
| External Trigger Flash Range | 0–36,000 FPM |
| Tachometer Measurement Range | 30–120,000 RPM |
| Output Power | 5 W / 10 W / 15 W selectable |
| Flash Duration | 2.4 μs typical, full width at half maximum |
| Maximum Output Energy | 0.3 J/flash |
| Operation Modes | Internal Trigger / External Trigger / Tachometer |
| Angle Delay | 0–359°, 1° resolution |
| Time Delay | 0–2,000 ms, 1 ms resolution |
| External Trigger Input | Voltage / TTL / Open Collector / Relay / Contact |
| External Trigger Output | Photocoupler output, 8 mA / 30 VDC |
| Flash Lamp | High-brightness Xenon Flash Lamp FX-6SP |
| Battery | Internal lithium-ion battery |
| Battery Life | Approx. 4 h at 5 W / 1.5 h at 15 W |
| Recharge Time | Approx. 2 h |
| AC Adapter | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Dimensions | 182 × 122 × 294 mm |
| Weight | 900 g |
Accessories
| Standard Accessories | AC adapter, hand strap, operation manual |
|---|---|
| Input Signal Cable | 8CK-602-182 |
| Output Signal Cable | 8CK-402-182 |
| External Sensors | Compatible proximity or photoelectric sensors |
