The Sonic PAUT Wedges for Advanced NDT Applications
Our Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) wedges are engineered with advanced materials and precision machining to enhance inspection accuracy across a wide range of applications. Designed to complement global PAUT probe brands, these wedges enable technicians to achieve superior results in weld inspections, corrosion mapping, and flaw detection.
Technical Highlights:
Delay Line Design Enhanced Time-of-Flight (TOF) Accuracy: Precision-engineered delay lines provide optimal sound path calibration, ensuring accurate TOF measurements critical for flaw sizing.
Material Adaptability: Wedges are crafted using low-attenuation polymers for efficient sound transmission while reducing signal noise.
Thermal Stability: High-temperature wedges available for inspections in demanding environments, maintaining acoustic integrity even under extreme conditions.
Beam Control and Refraction:
Custom Beam Angles: Wedges are designed to refract sound waves at standard and custom angles (30°, 45°, 60°, 70°) in the inspected material, ensuring precise coverage for weld and corrosion testing.
Snell’s Law Optimization: Advanced geometry minimizes beam distortion and guarantees accurate refraction for superior flaw detection.
Compatibility with Global PAUT Probes:
Seamless Integration: Compatible with leading PAUT probe brands, ensuring optimal performance across a range of configurations, from single-element to multi-element arrays.
Durability for High-Use Environments: Built to withstand repetitive use with robust wear-resistant materials.
Technician-Centric Features:
Integrated Indexing for Calibration: Laser-etched markings on the wedge surface simplify probe alignment and facilitate precise indexing during wedge delay calibrations.
Ergonomic Designs: Lightweight and shaped for easy handling, reducing technician fatigue during extensive inspections.
Water Column and Irrigation Channels: Certain wedge models include water ports for couplant control, enhancing signal quality in corrosion mapping and immersion applications.
Acoustic Coupling: Wedges provide a medium for sound waves to efficiently transfer from the probe to the test material, reducing signal loss.
Minimized Distortion: Properly designed wedges ensure that the beam is not distorted or scattered, maintaining the accuracy of inspections.
Dead Zone Reduction: By offsetting the probe, wedges minimize the dead zone near the surface of the test material, allowing for better near-surface flaw detection.
Refracted Angle Control: Wedges are often material-specific and allow precise control of the refracted angle in the inspected component, which is crucial for meeting inspection standards.
Durability and Repeatability: High-quality wedges ensure consistent results and withstand wear during repeated use in field conditions.
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