PAUT A32 Series AOD Wedges for A32 Probe Series

PAUT A32 Series AOD Wedges for A32 Probe Series

Brand: TheSonic India
Product Name: PAUT A32 Series AOD Wedges
Probe Series Compatibility: A32 Probe Series
Product Type: AOD PAUT Wedge
AOD Meaning: Axial Outer Diameter Wedge
Inspection Method: PAUT / Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing
Material: Rexolite
Application: Axial weld inspection on outer-diameter curved surfaces
Email: i@thesonic.com

Product Overview

TheSonic India PAUT A32 Series AOD Wedges are specially designed for A32 Probe Series phased array ultrasonic testing applications where the inspection surface is located on the outside diameter of a curved component. The AOD wedge configuration is suitable for axial scanning on pipes, pressure vessels, cylindrical shells, nozzles, and other OD curved inspection surfaces.

In phased array ultrasonic weld inspection, the wedge works as the acoustic interface between the PAUT probe and the test component. The AOD design helps match the curved outside surface of the component and supports stable ultrasonic transmission during axial movement. This helps inspectors maintain better probe stability, improved coupling contact, and controlled beam entry on OD curved surfaces.

Manufactured from high-quality Rexolite material, the A32 Series AOD Wedge provides dependable ultrasonic transmission, dimensional stability, and practical handling for industrial inspection environments. The wedge is supported with 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 unnecessary internal reflections and improving signal clarity during inspection.

Key Features

·       Designed for A32 Probe Series PAUT weld inspection applications

·       AOD configuration for axial scanning on outer-diameter curved surfaces

·       Manufactured from high-quality Rexolite material

·       Suitable for phased array ultrasonic testing of pipes, vessels, and cylindrical components

·       Curved contact profile supports better coupling on OD surfaces

·       Helps maintain stable probe positioning during axial weld scanning

·       Supports accurate beam direction and reliable ultrasonic transmission

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

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

·       Suitable for manual PAUT scanning and scanner-assisted inspection

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

·       Suitable for industrial NDT, fabrication, maintenance, shutdown, and quality control applications

Detailed Product Description

The PAUT A32 Series AOD Wedge from TheSonic India is developed for accurate phased array ultrasonic weld inspection on outer-diameter curved surfaces. Unlike a flat wedge, the AOD wedge is designed with a curved contact face to suit the outside diameter of cylindrical components. This makes it suitable for applications where the probe needs to scan along the axial direction of a pipe, vessel, shell, or similar round component.

The AOD wedge helps maintain consistent contact between the probe assembly and the OD surface. This is important during PAUT inspection because variations in coupling, probe angle, or surface contact can affect signal quality and inspection repeatability. The curved AOD profile supports better surface matching, smoother scanning, and improved inspection stability on curved components.

The Rexolite wedge body supports efficient ultrasonic energy transfer from the phased array probe into the test material. To improve signal behavior, the wedge includes high-standard damping support designed to control and divert unnecessary ultrasonic energy. This helps minimize unwanted sound paths, reduce internal echo disturbance, and support cleaner inspection data.

The A32 Series AOD Wedge is suitable for NDT service companies, fabrication industries, pipeline inspection teams, plant maintenance teams, EPC contractors, inspection laboratories, and quality control departments requiring reliable phased array weld inspection accessories for OD curved surface applications.

AOD Wedge Application

The AOD Wedge configuration is recommended for outer-diameter curved surfaces where the inspection direction is axial. It is mainly used when the phased array probe needs to travel along the length of a pipe, vessel, nozzle, or cylindrical component while maintaining stable contact on the outside surface.

This configuration is different from COD, AID, CID, and Flat wedge types. AOD is selected when the inspection surface is on the outside diameter and the scanning or wedge orientation follows the axial direction of the component.

Typical Applications

·       PAUT weld inspection on outer-diameter curved surfaces

·       Axial scanning of pipe welds and vessel welds

·       Inspection of cylindrical shells and pressure components

·       Pipeline fabrication weld inspection

·       Nozzle and pipe connection inspection where AOD geometry is required

·       Pressure vessel OD weld inspection

·       Petrochemical and refinery piping inspection

·       Boiler, header, and cylindrical component weld inspection

·       Field inspection and shutdown maintenance inspection

·       Manual phased array ultrasonic testing on curved OD surfaces

·       Scanner-assisted PAUT weld scanning on pipes and vessels

·       Industrial quality control and in-service inspection applications

Suitable Inspection Areas

The PAUT A32 Series AOD Wedge is suitable for components where the inspection contact surface is on the outside diameter and the wedge requires curvature matching. It is commonly used for pipes, vessels, shells, cylindrical bodies, round components, and curved weld inspection zones.

For flat surfaces, the Flat Wedge configuration is recommended. For circumferential OD scanning, COD wedge configuration may be selected. For inner-diameter curved surface applications, AID or CID wedge configurations may be required based on inspection direction and component geometry.

Technical Information

Universal Probe Compatibility

TheSonic India PAUT A32 Series AOD Wedges are designed for A32 Probe Series applications and can also be supplied to suit different phased array probe models from reputed worldwide OEM brands. Compatibility can be confirmed based on probe dimensions, probe housing design, mounting arrangement, cable exit direction, active aperture, element configuration, OD curvature requirement, and inspection application.

These wedges can be manufactured or customized for different PAUT inspection systems and probe brands, subject to technical review and dimensional confirmation.

Probe and Component Details Required for Compatibility Confirmation

To select or manufacture the correct A32 Series AOD Wedge, the following details may be required:

·       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 outside diameter

·       Required curvature type: AOD

·       Manual or scanner-based inspection requirement

Customization Options

TheSonic India can support standard and customized PAUT A32 Series AOD Wedges based on customer inspection requirements. Customization may include:

·       OD curvature matching based on pipe or vessel size

·       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

Recommended Industries

·       Oil & Gas

·       Petrochemical Plants

·       Refineries

·       Power Plants

·       Pipeline Fabrication

·       Boiler and Pressure Vessel Fabrication

·       Heavy Engineering

·       Structural and Process Piping Fabrication

·       Shipbuilding and Marine Fabrication

·       Plant Maintenance and Shutdown Inspection

·       NDT Service Companies

·       Inspection and Quality Control Laboratories

Why Choose TheSonic India PAUT A32 Series AOD Wedges?

TheSonic India PAUT A32 Series AOD Wedges are designed for reliable phased array ultrasonic weld inspection on outer-diameter curved surfaces. The product combines Rexolite wedge material, OD curvature matching, stable axial scanning support, controlled beam positioning, and high-standard damping support to deliver dependable inspection performance.

These wedges are suitable for customers looking for accurate, durable, and application-ready PAUT weld inspection accessories with OEM probe compatibility and customization support.

Contact Note

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

Email: i@thesonic.com
Brand: TheSonic India