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ZX-6 Thru-Paint Ultrasonic Wall Thickness Gauge

Made in USA
Dakota ZX-6 Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge
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Total Measuring Range
Pulse-Echo Mode (Pit & Flaw Detection) - PE Mode
0.025 to 36.000 inches
0.63 to 914.4 mm
Echo-Echo Mode (Through Paint & Coatings) - EE Mode
0.100 to 1.000 inch
2.54 to 25.40 mm
(Acutal range depends upon probe selected) - five probes to choose from

Measuring Range on Steel (with standard T-102-2700 probe)
Pulse-Echo Mode (Pit & Flaw Detection) - PE Mode
0.040 to 8.00 inches
1.00 to 199.9mm
Echo-Echo Mode
(Through Paint & Coatings) - EE Mode
0.100 to 1.000 inch
2.54 to 25.40 mm

5 year warrantyThe new Dakota ZX-6 Wall Thickness Gauge accurately measures wall thickness and the extent of corrosion of all metals, ceramics, glass and most rigid plastics - from only one side!When operated in E-E Mode (Thru-Paint Mode), the coating is eliminated from the reading and the gauge will display only the thickness of the metal wall.

ZX-6 Features include Automatic or Manual Probe Zero maximizing accuracy, 5-position Gain Adjustment to help located the correct backwall echo and to penetrate the walls on sound-attenuating materials such as cast metals and thick materials. It also features Differential mode, Hi-Low Alarms with audible and visual indicators and Scan mode that captures the minimum thickness at 100 measurements per second (100 Hz). It also includes a special Velocity Mode to measure in terms of velocity for nodularity testing.

The ZX-6 can be used in a Single Thickness Reading mode or in a Scan mode , where the probe is dragged over a large measuring area. The minimum thickness reading recorded during the "scan" will be displayed.

The gauge and probe have a protection rating of IP67, is impact-resistant and environmentally sealed to provide trouble-free operation under the toughest field conditions. The ZX-6 is covered by a 5-Year Limited Warranty, CE-certified and is proudly Made in the USA.

The ZX-6 can be used with any of the following hi-damped dual-element transducers specifically designed for use when employing the E-E Thru-Paint Mode. Probes possibilities include:

T-101-2700, 3/16" Diameter, 5.0 MHz Hi-damped transducer for thru paint measurement
T-101-3700, 3/16" Diameter, 7.5 MHz Hi-damped transducer for thru paint measurement
T-102-2700, 1/4" Diameter, 5.0 MHz Hi-Damped transducer for thru paint measurement - Standard Probe
T-102-3700, 1/4" Diameter, 7.5 MHz Hi-Damped Transducer for thru paint measurement
T-104-2700, 1/2" Diameter, 5.0 MHz Hi-Damped Transducer for thru paint measurement
T-104-9700, 1/2" diameter, 3.5 MHz Hi-Damped transducer for thru paint measurement

Features

  • Includes both Pulse-Echo Mode (Pit & Flaw Detection) and Echo-Echo Mode (Through Paint & Coatings Mode)
  • Using the standard probe T-102-2700, the gauge will read thru 0.040" coating thickness (1 mm)
  • Using one of the optional probes T-104-2700, the gauge will read thru 0.075" coating thickness (1.9 mm)
  • Calibrate to a sample of known thickness which automatically calculates the optimal acoustic velocity
  • 2-Point Calibration to optimize linearity over a wide measurement range, automatically calculates the optimal acoustic velocity
  • Scan mode, 100 readings/sec. Probe is slid over a large measuring area, the minimum thickness during the "scan" will be displayed
  • Adjustable GAIN in 5 steps to fine tune the gauge for use on challenging materials or applications
  • Differential mode, Hi-Low Alarms with audible and visual indicators
  • User-selected Manual or Auto Zero of Transducer
  • The extruded aluminum housing is impact-resistant and environmentally sealed (IP 65)
    to provide trouble-free operation under the toughest field conditions
  • High visibility LCD Display is readable in all lighting conditions and temps as low as 22 °F (-30 °C)
  • LCD shows Thickness Value, Velocity Setting, Gain Setting, Stability & Battery Indicators, Scan Mode, Zero, units and stored data
  • Special-purpose probes are offered for a variety of applications (1 to 10 MHz)
  • Single value data output via USB port
  • Selectable Backlight ON/OFF/AUTO
  • Resolution of 0.001 inch (0.01 mm)
  • 5 Year Warranty, CE-Certified and Made in USA
  • Includes NIST Traceable Calibration Certificate

Complete Kit

The ZX-6 is supplied as a complete kit with the gauge, probe, 4 oz. bottle of coupling fluid, 2 AA batteries, NIST-Traceable Calibration Certificate, and Operating Instruction Manual - all in a foam-fitted carrying case.

Measuring Limits

Minimum Radius for Convex Surfaces 0.350" (8.89 mm)
Minimum Radius for Concave Surfaces 3" (76.2 mm)
Minimum Headroom 1" (25.0 mm)
Minimum Sample Diameter 0.150" (3.8 mm)
Minimum Substrate Thickness - F na
Minimum Substrate Thickness - NFe na

Specifications

Range in SteelPulse-Echo Mode (Pit & Flaw Detection) measures from 0.025 to 19.999 inches
(0.63 to 500 millimeters)
Echo-Echo Mode (Through Paint & Coatings) measures from 0.100 to 1.000 inch
(2.54 to 25.40 millimeters)
(range depends upon probe selected) - five probes to choose from
Resolution0.001 inch (0.01 mm)
Velocity Range0.0120 to .7300 in/μs. 305 to 18,542 meters/sec
Probe (Standard)1/4", 5 MHz Hi-Damp Dual Element Transducer, actual wearface is 5/8" (17mm), p/n T-102-2700
Probes (optional)1 to 10 MHz, 3/16" up to 1 inch (custom probes available)
Probe WearfacePEEK (Polyethylethylkytone)
Cable1.2m (4ft.) waterproof cable with non-polarized, quick-disconnect connectors
LCD DisplayMulti-function 7 segment 4.5 digit liquid crystal display with 0.500" digit height. Two 0.125 in14 segment fields for labels and values, and one 7 segment field for labels and values. Additional icons to indicate features and modes
Display BacklightBacklight is selectable on/off/auto, and selectable brightness (Lo, Med, Hi) options
Display Update Rate10 Hz (10 updates/sec)
Temp. LimitsAmbient: -30 to 75° C (-22 to 167° F)
Material: -20 to 100° C (0 to 200° F)
High temperature probes available
Battery Type2x AA batteries (rechargeable batteries can be used)
Battery Life45 hours continuous use
Weight308 grams (11 ounces)
Dimensions63.5 x 131.3 x 31.5 mm (2.5" x 5.17" x 1.25")
AccessoriesProbe/cable assembly, 4 oz. bottle of coupling fluid, NIST Calibration Certificate, 2 AA batteries, operating instructions, hard-plastic carrying case.
HousingExtruded aluminum body with nickel-plated aluminum end caps (gasket sealed)
Housing RatingIP65
CertificationsNIST Traceable and MIL-STD-45662A
KeypadSealed membrane that is resistant to both water and petroleum products
Seven or eight tactile-feedback keys
Pulse Repetition Frequency (PRF)200 Hz (200 pulses/sec)
To Lock SettingsWith gauge powered off, press and hold the "+" key while powering on the gauge
The LOCK icon will be illuminated on the Display
To unLock SettingsWith gauge powered off, press and hold the "-" key while powering on the gauge
The LOCK icon will turn off
GAIN AdjustmentAdjustable GAIN 5-position (VLOW, LOW, MED, HIGH, VHI), in 3dB steps, 40-52dB
Measuring ModePulse-Echo (P-E), Echo-Echo (E-E, Thru-Paint Mode), Scan, Differential, Alarm and VX-velocity
Time Dependent Gain (TDG)Used in both pulse-echo (P-E) and Echo-Echo (E-E) modes depending on transducer and frequency selected
Pulser150 volt square wave pulser
WarrantyGauge: 5 Years
Probes: 90 Days

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