PAUT PWZ1 Series CID Wedges for PWZ1 Probe Series

PAUT PWZ1 Series CID Wedges for PWZ1 Probe Series

Brand: TheSonic India
Product Name: PAUT PWZ1 Series CID Wedges
Probe Series Compatibility: PWZ1 Probe Series
Product Type: CID PAUT Wedge
CID Meaning: Circumferential Inner Diameter Wedge
Inspection Method: PAUT / Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing
Material: Rexolite
Application: Circumferential weld inspection on inner-diameter curved surfaces
Email: i@thesonic.com

Product Overview

TheSonic India PAUT PWZ1 Series CID Wedges are developed for phased array ultrasonic testing applications where the inspection contact surface is located on the inside diameter of a curved component and the inspection orientation follows the internal circumference. This configuration is suitable for accessible internal weld inspection on pipes, vessels, shells, nozzles, headers, and cylindrical components.

The CID wedge is designed for circumferential inspection on concave internal surfaces. Its ID curvature matching helps the wedge sit properly on the inside surface, supporting stable coupling and reliable probe orientation during internal PAUT scanning.

Manufactured from high-quality Rexolite material, the PWZ1 Series CID Wedge provides dependable ultrasonic performance and dimensional stability. The wedge is supported with high-quality, high-standard damping material designed to absorb, control, and divert unwanted ultrasonic energy.

Working Principle / Technology Overview

The CID wedge supports circumferential inspection from the inner diameter side of a curved component. The wedge contact face is designed to match the concave ID surface, while the scan orientation follows the internal circumference.

This geometry is important because ID inspection surfaces create different contact behavior compared with OD surfaces. Correct CID curvature matching helps reduce probe rocking, supports more uniform coupling, and improves beam entry consistency during internal circumferential scanning.

Key Features

·       Designed for PWZ1 Probe Series PAUT weld inspection applications

·       CID configuration for circumferential inspection on inner-diameter curved surfaces

·       Manufactured from high-quality Rexolite material

·       ID curved contact profile supports stable seating on concave internal surfaces

·       Helps maintain consistent probe orientation during circumferential ID inspection

·       Supports controlled ultrasonic beam entry and reliable sound transmission

·       High-quality damping support to reduce internal reflections and wedge noise

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

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

·       Customizable based on ID curvature, probe model, wedge angle, and inspection requirement

Detailed Product Description

The PAUT PWZ1 Series CID Wedge from TheSonic India is developed for circumferential inner-diameter PAUT weld inspection. It is selected when the probe and wedge must be positioned on the internal curved surface and the inspection requirement follows the inside circumference of the component.

CID is different from AID because CID supports circumferential ID inspection, while AID supports axial ID inspection. The CID contact profile is designed to match the internal curved surface so the wedge can sit securely during circumferential inspection. This helps improve coupling stability, reduce unstable probe movement, and support repeatable ultrasonic signal response.

The Rexolite wedge body supports effective ultrasonic energy transfer from the phased array probe into the inspected component. The damping support helps manage unwanted ultrasonic sound paths within the wedge and supports cleaner PAUT data acquisition.

CID Wedge Application

The CID Wedge configuration is recommended for inner-diameter curved surfaces where the inspection requirement is circumferential. It is commonly used when the wedge must sit on the inside surface of a round component and support inspection around the internal circumference.

Typical Applications

·       PAUT weld inspection on circumferential ID curved surfaces

·       Internal circumferential inspection of pipes and vessels

·       Internal shell weld inspection where access permits

·       Pipe spool internal weld inspection

·       Nozzle and cylindrical component inspection

·       Internal weld inspection of pressure components

·       Refinery, petrochemical, and power plant inspection

·       Maintenance and shutdown inspection of accessible ID surfaces

·       Scanner-assisted PAUT inspection where suitable access is available

·       Industrial fabrication, in-service inspection, and quality control applications

Technical Information

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: CID

·       Manual or scanner-based inspection requirement

Inventory / Quotation Short Description

PAUT PWZ1 Series CID Wedge for PWZ1 Probe Series, Rexolite material, suitable for circumferential ID curved surface phased array ultrasonic weld inspection with high-quality damping support. ID curvature, size, angle, mounting, and compatibility shall be as per final technical configuration.

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