Example of 5MHz 8x8ch 5x6mm matrix array probe
Example of 5MHz 16x16ch 10x10mm matrix array probe
Example of 5MHz 8x8ch 5x6mm matrix array probe
Example of 5MHz 16x16ch 10x10mm matrix array probe
Applications
- Weld inspection
- Inspection of parts with complex geometry
- General NDT
Principle and Advantages
Matrix or 2D array transducers allow 3D beam focusing and scanning, thus opening up new possibilities
- Control of the focal zone diameter in 3D, cylindrical beam
- Inspection of volumes from limited points of access
- Detection of defects that may have multiple, un-predetermined orientations
General Characteristics
- Frequency from 500 kHz to 15 MHz
- Unlimited number of elements, typically 16 to 1024
- High S/N ratio and optimized pulse length thanks to acoustic matching to wedge material (Rexolite, Plexiglas, PEI, etc)
- Reproducibility of the inspection through the homogeneity of performance between the elements of the same probe, and between different probes of the same type
- High reliability over time thanks to a robust, watertight design, compatible with difficult industrial environments
Standard configurations
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Freq. (MHz)
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Elementary active size (mm)
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Total active size (mm)
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Number of elements
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2
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1.2 x 1.2
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10 x 10
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8 x 8 = 64
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2
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1.2 x 1.2
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13 x 13 |
11 x 11 = 121
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5
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0.6 x 0.6
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5 x 5
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8 x 8 = 64
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5
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0.6 x 0.6
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7 x 7
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11 x 11 = 121
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5
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0.6 x 0.6
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10 x 10
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16 x 16 = 256
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10
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0.3 x 0.3
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5 x 5
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16 x 16 = 256
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Options
- Hard face for use in direct contact
- Integrated wedge
- Housing customized for the mechanical environment (inspected parts, scanner, wedges, etc)
- Customized cabling
- Adaptation to a particular environment (temperature, pressure, radiation,chemical compatibility)
- Halogen-free for nuclear environments
- Water inlets
Example of matrix array probe with screw-in delay line