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⚡ Sonatest X0AW-N55S-IHC Phased Array Wedge: 55° SW, AOD 18", IHC

This is a premium, specialized Sonatest X-Series Angle Beam Wedge, engineered for high-precision, high-durability weld inspection on curved components using Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT).

Optimized for use with Sonatest  series probes, this wedge is the essential accessory for NDT technicians performing critical inspections on pipeline and vessel fabrication.

💪 Selling Point: Built for Durability and Consistency

The IHC (Integrated Irrigation and Hard-Casing) feature distinguishes this as a top-tier wedge, designed to maximize both data integrity and service life in challenging industrial environments.

• Integrated Irrigation (I): Features built-in couplant channels/holes to ensure consistent and continuous couplant delivery directly to the inspection surface.² This is critical for stable signal quality during automated or long-duration manual scans.

• Hard-Casing/Carbides (HC): Incorporates wear-resistant material (often carbide pins or ceramic) on the contact face.³ This drastically extends the wedge life and protects the phased array probe when scanning rough, abrasive, or poorly prepped weld surfaces.

• Optimal  Compatibility: Designed for seamless mechanical and acoustic integration with Sonatest  X0 series array probes, guaranteeing the intended performance and beam profile.

🏭 Ideal Applications

• Weld Inspection: Flaw detection and sizing on girth welds (circumferential scans) of pipes.

• Cylindrical Components: Inspection of pressure vessels and boiler tubing with the matching  outside diameter.

• High-Wear Environments: Inspections requiring maximum probe durability on abrasive carbon steel or challenging coatings.

Don't compromise your inspection data or equipment! This contoured Shear Wave wedge ensures reliable coupling and superior wear resistance for your critical pipe inspection needs.