NM01MMA445

This Sonatest Medium Angle Beam Shearwave probe is a high-quality ultrasonic transducer designed for detecting and characterizing discontinuities within materials using the shear wave technique. The 45-degree angle is a widely used and versatile angle for detecting a variety of flaw orientations, making it a valuable addition to any ultrasonic inspection toolkit.  

Operating at a center frequency of 4 MHz, this probe offers a good balance between penetration depth and resolution, suitable for inspecting a range of material thicknesses and detecting moderately sized flaws. The Lemo 00 connector ensures secure and reliable connection to compatible ultrasonic flaw detectors.  

The transducer features an element size of 14mm x 16mm, which contributes to a focused sound beam and good sensitivity. This probe is ideal for inspecting welds, pipes, pressure vessels, and other critical components where the detection of angled defects is essential.  

Key Selling Points:

• Medium Angle Beam (45º): Versatile angle for detecting various flaw orientations.

• 4 MHz Center Frequency: Offers a balance of penetration and resolution.

• Shearwave Technology: Specifically designed for detecting flaws oriented at angles to the inspection surface.  

• Lemo 00 Connector: Ensures secure and reliable connection to compatible instruments.

• Optimized Element Size (14mm x 16mm): Provides a focused sound beam and good sensitivity.  

• High-Quality Sonatest Construction: Ensures reliable performance and durability.  

Benefits:

• Effective Detection of Angled Flaws: Ideal for identifying weld defects, cracks, and other discontinuities not easily found with straight beam techniques.  

• Versatile Inspection Tool: Suitable for a wide range of materials and component geometries.

• Reliable Signal Transmission: The Lemo 00 connector ensures consistent and noise-free signals.  

• Good Balance of Penetration and Resolution: Detects a variety of flaw sizes at relevant depths.

• Durable and Long-Lasting: Sonatest probes are known for their quality and longevity.  

Applications:

This 45-degree, 4 MHz shearwave probe is commonly used in various ultrasonic testing applications, including:

• Weld inspection (detecting cracks, lack of fusion, etc.)  

• Pipe inspection (detecting circumferential and longitudinal flaws)  

• Pressure vessel inspection

• Structural steel inspection

• General flaw detection in various materials