PAUT PWZ1 Series Flat Wedges for PWZ1 Probe Series

PAUT PWZ1 Series Flat Wedges for PWZ1 Probe Series

Brand: TheSonic India
Product Name: PAUT PWZ1 Series Flat Wedges
Probe Series Compatibility: PWZ1 Probe Series
Product Type: Flat PAUT Wedge
Inspection Method: PAUT / Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing
Material: Rexolite
Application: Flat surface weld inspection and phased array ultrasonic weld scanning
Email: i@thesonic.com

Product Overview

TheSonic India PAUT PWZ1 Series Flat Wedges are designed for phased array ultrasonic testing applications where the inspection surface is flat or near-flat. The wedge acts as the acoustic interface between the PWZ1 Probe Series phased array probe and the test component, helping transmit ultrasonic energy into the material with controlled beam direction and stable surface contact.

The flat wedge configuration is suitable where outside-diameter or inside-diameter curvature matching is not required. It is commonly used for plate weld inspection, structural fabrication welds, flat shell welds, pad welds, machined flat surfaces, calibration blocks, test pieces, and general industrial PAUT weld inspection applications.

Manufactured from high-quality Rexolite material, the PWZ1 Series Flat Wedge supports efficient ultrasonic transmission, dimensional stability, 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 during inspection.

Working Principle / Technology Overview

In PAUT inspection, the phased array probe generates multiple ultrasonic beams using electronically controlled elements. The wedge helps guide these ultrasonic beams into the inspected component at the required refracted angle. Proper wedge design supports correct beam entry, reliable focusing, stable sound transmission, and repeatable scan data.

For flat surface inspection, the flat contact face maintains uniform coupling between the wedge and the component surface. This helps reduce probe rocking, couplant variation, and inconsistent signal response during manual or encoded scanning.

The Rexolite body supports efficient acoustic transmission, while the damping support helps control unwanted internal sound paths inside the wedge. This improves signal cleanliness and supports better PAUT data quality.

Key Features

·       Designed for PWZ1 Probe Series PAUT weld inspection applications

·       Flat wedge configuration for flat and near-flat inspection surfaces

·       Manufactured from high-quality Rexolite material

·       Supports stable ultrasonic coupling and smooth probe movement

·       Helps maintain controlled beam entry and consistent 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 PAUT scanning and scanner-assisted inspection

·       Suitable for plate welds, structural welds, fabrication joints, and flat inspection zones

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

·       Available in standard and customized wedge configurations

Detailed Product Description

The PAUT PWZ1 Series Flat Wedge from TheSonic India is developed for reliable phased array ultrasonic weld inspection on flat and near-flat surfaces. In PAUT applications, wedge geometry directly affects beam direction, coupling quality, probe stability, and inspection repeatability.

The flat bottom profile allows the wedge to sit steadily on plates, flat weld zones, structural members, fabricated components, and flat inspection surfaces. This helps reduce unwanted movement during scanning and supports consistent couplant distribution. Stable wedge contact is important for accurate encoded data, sector scan consistency, and reliable weld inspection interpretation.

The PWZ1 Series Flat Wedge can be customized based on probe model, required refracted angle, wedge height, mounting arrangement, scanner interface, couplant feed, and inspection procedure. It is suitable for NDT service companies, fabrication industries, EPC contractors, inspection laboratories, and quality control departments requiring dependable PAUT accessories.

Flat Wedge Application

The Flat Wedge configuration is recommended for flat surface weld inspection where OD or ID curvature matching is not required. It is suitable for direct scanning on flat plates, structural welds, fabricated joints, flat shells, pads, blocks, and general PAUT weld inspection areas.

For curved pipe, vessel, nozzle, or cylindrical component inspection, AOD, COD, AID, or CID wedge configurations may be selected based on surface geometry and scan direction.

Typical Applications

·       PAUT weld inspection on flat surfaces

·       Plate-to-plate weld inspection

·       Structural fabrication weld inspection

·       Flat shell and pad weld inspection

·       Heavy engineering component inspection

·       Pressure component weld inspection on flat surfaces

·       Manual phased array ultrasonic testing

·       Scanner-assisted PAUT weld scanning

·       Workshop, site, maintenance, and shutdown inspection applications

·       Industrial quality control and in-service inspection support

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

·       Required wedge type: Flat

·       Manual or scanner-based inspection requirement

Customization Options

·       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

Inventory / Quotation Short Description

PAUT PWZ1 Series Flat Wedge for PWZ1 Probe Series, Rexolite material, suitable for flat surface phased array ultrasonic weld inspection with high-quality damping support for unwanted ultrasonic energy control. Size, angle, mounting, and compatibility shall be as per final technical configuration.

Contact Note

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

Email: i@thesonic.com
Brand: TheSonic India