Dual-Array PAUT A25 Series AID Wedges for A25 Probe Series

Dual-Array PAUT A25 Series AID Wedges for A25 Probe Series

Brand: TheSonic India
Product Name: Dual-Array PAUT A25 Series AID Wedges
Probe Series Compatibility: A25 Probe Series
Product Type: AID Dual-Array PAUT Wedge
AID Meaning: Axial Inner Diameter Wedge
Inspection Method: PAUT / Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing
Material: Rexolite
Application: Axial weld inspection on inner-diameter curved surfaces using dual-array PAUT probe configurations
Email: i@thesonic.com

Product Overview

TheSonic India Dual-Array PAUT A25 Series AID Wedges are designed for phased array ultrasonic testing applications where inspection is performed from the inside diameter of a curved component and the scanning direction follows the axial length. This wedge configuration is suitable for accessible internal surfaces of pipes, vessels, shells, nozzles, headers, and cylindrical components.

Inner-diameter PAUT inspection requires suitable wedge geometry because the contact surface is concave. The AID wedge configuration helps the wedge sit securely on the internal curved surface, supporting reliable coupling, stable probe alignment, and controlled ultrasonic beam entry during axial scanning.

Manufactured from high-quality Rexolite material, the A25 Series AID Wedge supports efficient ultrasonic sound transmission and dependable acoustic performance. The wedge is supported with high-quality, high-standard damping material designed with a zero-tolerance approach toward unwanted ultrasonic sound acceptance. This damping support helps absorb, control, and divert unwanted ultrasonic energy, reducing internal reflections, wedge noise, and signal disturbance.

Key Features

·       Designed for A25 Probe Series dual-array PAUT weld inspection applications

·       AID configuration for axial inspection on inner-diameter curved surfaces

·       Manufactured from high-quality Rexolite material

·       Suitable for accessible internal surfaces of pipes, vessels, shells, nozzles, and cylindrical components

·       ID curved contact profile supports improved seating on concave surfaces

·       Helps maintain stable probe alignment during axial ID weld inspection

·       Supports controlled ultrasonic beam entry and reliable sound transmission

·       High-quality damping material to absorb, control, and divert unwanted ultrasonic energy

·       Helps reduce unwanted internal reflections, wedge noise, and signal disturbance

·       Suitable for manual and scanner-assisted PAUT inspection where internal access permits

·       Can be supplied for different OEM and international dual-array PAUT probe models, subject to dimensional confirmation

·       Suitable for fabrication, maintenance, shutdown, and in-service inspection applications

Detailed Product Description

The Dual-Array PAUT A25 Series AID Wedge from TheSonic India is developed for axial inner-diameter PAUT weld inspection. It is selected when the probe and wedge must be positioned on the inside surface of a curved component and moved along the axial direction.

Unlike AOD and COD wedge types that are designed for outside-diameter surfaces, the AID wedge is designed for internal curved surfaces. The AID contact profile helps match the concave inner-diameter surface, allowing the wedge to maintain better seating and more stable coupling during inspection. This is important when performing PAUT inspection from the internal side of pipes, vessels, shells, and cylindrical components.

The Rexolite wedge body supports effective ultrasonic sound transfer into the test component. The high-standard damping support helps control unnecessary ultrasonic sound energy inside the wedge, reducing internal echo disturbance and improving signal quality during PAUT inspection.

AID Wedge Application

The AID Wedge configuration is recommended for inner-diameter curved surfaces where the inspection requirement is axial. It is commonly used when the wedge needs to sit on the inside surface of a pipe, vessel, shell, nozzle, or cylindrical component and support scanning along the component length.

AID is different from CID because AID supports axial ID inspection, while CID supports circumferential ID inspection.

Typical Applications

·       Dual-array PAUT weld inspection on axial ID curved surfaces

·       Internal pipe weld inspection where access permits

·       Vessel and shell internal weld inspection

·       Pipe spool internal surface inspection

·       Nozzle and cylindrical component inspection

·       Internal surface inspection of pressure components

·       Refinery and petrochemical inspection applications

·       Power plant and boiler component inspection

·       Shutdown maintenance inspection of accessible ID surfaces

·       Manual phased array ultrasonic testing from internal surfaces

·       Scanner-assisted PAUT inspection where suitable access is available

·       Fabrication and in-service inspection support

Suitable Inspection Areas

The Dual-Array PAUT A25 Series AID Wedge is suitable for accessible internal curved surfaces of pipes, vessels, shells, nozzles, headers, and cylindrical components where axial ID curvature matching is required.

For flat surfaces, Flat Wedge is recommended. For OD inspection applications, AOD or COD may be selected. For circumferential ID inspection, CID Wedge may be required.

Technical Information

Universal Probe Compatibility

TheSonic India Dual-Array PAUT A25 Series AID Wedges are designed for A25 Probe Series applications and can also be supplied to suit different dual-array phased array probe models from reputed worldwide OEM brands. Final compatibility can be confirmed based on probe dimensions, mounting arrangement, cable exit direction, active aperture, element configuration, ID curvature requirement, and internal inspection access.

Details Required for Compatibility Confirmation

·       Probe brand and model number

·       Probe series and probe drawing

·       Number of elements

·       Element pitch

·       Active aperture size

·       Probe housing dimensions

·       Mounting hole position

·       Cable exit direction

·       Required refracted angle

·       Inspection material

·       Component inside diameter

·       Internal access condition

·       Required curvature type: AID

·       Manual or scanner-based inspection requirement

Customization Options

·       Inner-diameter axial curvature matching

·       Probe fitting arrangement

·       Wedge angle selection

·       Wedge footprint and height

·       Mounting hole arrangement

·       Scanner interface requirement

·       Irrigation or couplant feed option

·       Wear-resistant contact surface option

·       Engraved part number or identification marking

·       Application-specific wedge design

·       OEM probe compatibility modification

Contact Note

For technical details, probe compatibility confirmation, ID curvature selection, product customization, commercial quotation, or bulk supply requirements, please contact TheSonic India.

Email: i@thesonic.com
Brand: TheSonic India