NM01Z3020001
ZX-3, Easy field calibration; 1 or 2 point options. Selectable 8 common material velocities , 2 custom velocities, or set manually using the VEL key. Auto/manual zero, adjustable gain, selectable probe diameter (linearity), high Speed Scanning, and Backlit Display. Dakota NDT SKU: Z-302-0001
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Dakota NDT ZX-3 Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge
SKU: Z-302-0001
A rugged, easy-to-calibrate dual-element thickness gauge with 8 preset material velocities, high-speed scanning, a backlit display and an IP65 sealed aluminum body, backed by a 5-year warranty.
| 36"Max range (914 mm) | 0.001"Resolution (0.01 mm) | IP65Sealed enclosure | 5 yearsGauge warranty |
The Dakota NDT ZX-3 accurately measures wall thickness and the extent of corrosion in metals, ceramics, glass and most rigid plastics, from only one side. Depending on the material and transducer, it measures up to 36 inches (914 mm) thick.
The ZX-3 makes field calibration easy. Choose from 8 preset material velocities or 2 custom velocities, set the velocity manually with the VEL key, or calibrate to a sample of known thickness and let the gauge calculate the velocity for you. Built for the roughest field conditions, it's backed by Dakota's 5-year limited warranty on the gauge.
Key Features
Easy field calibration
Calibrate with 1 or 2-point options, or measure a sample of known thickness and the gauge automatically calculates the optimal sound velocity.
Selectable material velocities
Pick from 8 common material presets, program 2 custom velocities, or adjust the velocity freely using the VEL key.
Auto or manual zero and adjustable gain
Select manual or automatic probe zero, and fine-tune the gauge for challenging materials with a 5-step gain setting from very low to very high.
Selectable probe diameter for linearity
Select the probe diameter in use to improve linearity, and pair the gauge with Dakota dual-element transducers from 1 to 10 MHz for different applications.
High-speed scanning
Slide the probe over a large area in scan mode, and the minimum thickness found during the scan is displayed. It's ideal for finding thin spots quickly.
Backlit display with clear indicators
The multi-function LCD shows thickness, velocity, gain, stability and battery indicators, scan mode, zero status and units. The backlight switches on, off or automatically with selectable brightness, and the display works down to -30°C.
Built tough
An extruded aluminum body with gasket-sealed, nickel-plated end caps is environmentally sealed to IP65, and the probe is waterproof and can be submerged. Two AA batteries typically run the gauge for about 45 hours.
Lockable settings
Lock the gauge settings to prevent accidental changes in the field, which is useful when several inspectors share one gauge.
Specifications
| General | |
| Manufacturer | Dakota NDT |
|---|---|
| Model | ZX-3 |
| SKU | Z-302-0001 |
| Instrument type | Dual-element ultrasonic thickness gauge |
| Warranty | 5-year limited on gauge; 90 days on probe |
| Approvals | CE; made in the USA |
| Shipping dimensions (estimated) | 305 × 254 × 127 mm (12.0 × 10.0 × 5.0 in) |
| Shipping weight (estimated) | 1.8 kg (4.0 lb) |
| Measurement | |
| Measurement mode | Pulse-echo |
| Thickness range | 0.025 to 36.000 in (0.63 to 914.4 mm), depending on material and transducer |
| Range with standard probe | 0.040 to 8.00 in (1.0 to 203 mm) with T-102-2000 |
| Resolution | 0.001 in (0.01 mm) |
| Velocity range | 0.0120 to 0.7300 in/µs (305 to 18,542 m/s) |
| Calibration | 1 or 2-point; 8 preset materials; 2 custom velocities; manual VEL key; known-thickness calibration |
| Zero | Selectable manual or auto |
| Gain | 40 to 52 dB in 3 dB steps (very low, low, medium, high, very high) |
| Timing and pulser | 120 MHz FPGA timing; 150 V square wave pulser |
| Scan | High-speed scan mode with minimum thickness display |
| Transducers | |
| Type | Dual element, 1 to 10 MHz options |
| Standard probe | T-102-2000, 5 MHz, waterproof |
| Linearity | Selectable probe diameter |
| Display & Physical | |
| Display | Multi-function LCD; backlight on, off or auto with selectable brightness; low-temperature rated to -30°C |
| Size (W × H × D) | 63.5 × 131.3 × 31.5 mm (2.5 × 5.17 × 1.24 in) |
| Weight | 312 g (11 oz) with batteries |
| Case | Extruded aluminum body with nickel-plated aluminum end caps, gasket sealed; IP65 |
| Keypad | Sealed membrane, resistant to water and petroleum products; 9 tactile keys |
| Power | 2 × AA (alkaline, NiCad or lithium); typically about 45 hours |
| Operating temperature | -30°C to 75°C (-22°F to 167°F) |
What's in the Box
- Dakota NDT ZX-3 thickness gauge
- T-102-2000 dual-element transducer
- Couplant
- AA batteries
- Carrying case
- Operation manual
- Certificate of calibration
Standard Dakota NDT kit. Contents can vary by package, so contact us to confirm what ships with your order.
Complete your thickness testing setup
Add a step calibration block for daily checks, extra couplant, a protective rubber boot for the small-body ZX gauges, and Dakota dual-element transducers for thicker sections or high-temperature work.
Applications
The ZX-3 is a dependable everyday gauge for wall thickness and corrosion checks in the field, the shop and maintenance programs.
| ✓ Corrosion and wall loss | ✓ Pipe and tube |
| ✓ Tanks | ✓ Boilers and pressure vessels |
| ✓ Metals, ceramics and glass | ✓ Rigid plastics |
| ✓ Structural steel | ✓ Maintenance and asset integrity programs |
About Dakota NDT
Dakota NDT, an Elcometer company, manufactures high-quality industrial ultrasonic testing equipment for the petrochemical, aerospace, power generation and automotive industries. Its range includes corrosion and precision thickness gauges, flaw detectors, bolt tension monitors, transducers and accessories.
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