Novi, Michigan, October 21, 2025
News Summary
INFICON will present its innovative Sensistor Sentrac and XL3000flex leak detectors at the Automotive Testing Expo North America. These advanced devices are critical for ensuring automotive component integrity, including battery housings and air conditioning systems. With features that enhance test reliability and minimize rework, INFICON aims to optimize production processes in the automotive industry. The showcase occurs at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Michigan, on October 21-23, highlighting the company’s commitment to quality and innovation.
Novi, Michigan – INFICON Showcases Advanced Hydrogen and Helium Leak Detection Solutions
INFICON is set to showcase its cutting-edge Sensistor Sentrac and XL3000flex hydrogen and helium sniffer leak detectors during the Automotive Testing Expo North America from October 21-23, 2025. This prestigious event will take place at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Michigan. INFICON, a global leader in leak-detection solutions for automotive manufacturing, aims to present its state-of-the-art technologies designed for both manual and automated leak testing.
The company’s technologies are essential for ensuring the integrity of critical automotive components, including battery housings, air conditioning systems, cooling modules, and powertrain assemblies. The flexible sniffer systems developed by INFICON are designed to enhance test reliability, minimize rework, and optimize throughput in production environments.
Advanced Technology Features
The Sensistor Sentrac utilizes a highly sensitive hydrogen sensor for both production and repair applications, boasting rapid response and recovery capabilities, as well as adaptability for detecting both small and large leaks. The device features an intuitive touchscreen interface that simplifies operation and offers multiple configurations, including desktop, panel, and portable setups. Its blend of precision, robustness, and ease of use makes it particularly suitable for high-volume automotive manufacturing settings.
On the other hand, the XL3000flex provides the capability to test with either helium or forming gas (a mixture of 95% nitrogen and 5% hydrogen) while maintaining exceptional accuracy. It boasts the smallest detectable leak rate of 2 × 10⁻⁷ mbar∙L/s, delivering laboratory-level performance in production scenarios. Identification of leaks is made efficient with the patented High Flow Technology of the XL3000flex, allowing a gas flow rate of 3,000 sccm—the highest in the market. This advanced system permits scanning from greater distances and at faster speeds without compromising accuracy, making it ideal for automated leak testing of electric vehicle (EV) components and HVAC systems.
Market Implications
As the automotive sector faces increasing pressure to ensure product integrity alongside maintaining production speeds, INFICON’s technologies deliver both sensitivity and reliability essential for verifying the integrity of vital components such as EV batteries and cooling systems. This ensures that production lines operate efficiently without delays caused by leak detection processes.
Founded in Switzerland, INFICON operates manufacturing facilities in Europe, the United States, and China, specializing in a variety of applications. The company’s focus encompasses areas such as air conditioning and refrigeration, automotive manufacturing, and vacuum-based processes utilized across industries, including life sciences, aerospace, and packaging. INFICON is driven by a commitment to innovation aimed at improving productivity and quality within manufacturing processes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What leak detection solutions is INFICON showcasing at the Automotive Testing Expo North America 2025?
INFICON is highlighting its Sensistor Sentrac and XL3000flex hydrogen and helium sniffer leak detectors at the event.
When and where is the Automotive Testing Expo North America taking place?
The event will be held from October 21-23, 2025, at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Michigan.
What are the key applications of INFICON’s leak-detection technologies?
The technologies are designed to ensure the integrity of critical automotive components such as battery housings, air conditioning systems, cooling modules, and powertrain assemblies.
Key Features of INFICON Leak Detection Solutions
| Feature | Sensistor Sentrac | XL3000flex |
|---|---|---|
| Type of Gas Detected | Hydrogen | Helium / Forming Gas |
| Smallest Detectable Leak Rate | Adaptable for Small and Large Leaks | 2 × 10⁻⁷ mbar∙L/s |
| Gas Flow Rate | Not Specified | 3,000 sccm |
| Applications | Production and Repair | Automated Testing (EV Components) |
| Interface | Touchscreen | Not Specified |
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- National Law Review: INFICON Showcase Advanced Leak Detection Systems
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