NM01X7520000

The Dakota NDT 1/8” Dia. x .450 L Acrylic Delay Tip (Pencil) is a specialized and replaceable accessory meticulously engineered for use with compatible single element ultrasonic transducers in applications demanding exceptional near-surface resolution within tight or otherwise inaccessible areas. Machined from high-quality acrylic, this "pencil-style" delay tip features an ultra-narrow 0.125-inch (1/8") diameter and a precise length of 0.450 inches.

The slender profile of this delay tip enables highly focused ultrasonic coupling in confined spaces, such as sharp corners, narrow grooves, and areas with minimal surface contact. By introducing a precise time delay between the transducer element and the test material, it effectively isolates the initial excitation pulse from echoes originating near the surface. This critical separation dramatically improves the ability to accurately measure the thickness of thin materials and detect shallow flaws that would typically be obscured. The premium acrylic material ensures efficient ultrasonic transmission with minimal signal loss, providing optimal performance in challenging inspection scenarios. As a readily replaceable component, this delay tip also serves as a sacrificial wear surface, protecting the delicate transducer element from damage during contact scanning in restricted access areas.  

Key Selling Points:

• Ultra-Narrow "Pencil" Design: 1/8" diameter allows for precise coupling in extremely tight and hard-to-reach inspection areas.

• Superior Near-Surface Resolution in Confined Spaces: Effectively separates the initial pulse, providing unparalleled clarity for near-surface evaluation and accurate thin material measurements where access is limited.

• Ideal for Thin Materials in Restricted Geometries: Enables reliable and accurate thickness readings on thin-walled components even with significant access constraints.  

• Enhanced Transducer Protection in Challenging Applications: The replaceable acrylic tip acts as a sacrificial wear surface, significantly extending the life of the transducer element when used in confined or awkward scanning positions.  

• Premium Acrylic Construction for Optimal Signal Transmission: Ensures efficient and reliable ultrasonic transmission with minimal signal attenuation, maximizing data integrity.

• Engineered for Seamless Compatibility: Specifically designed for optimal performance with compatible Dakota Ultrasonics transducers, ensuring reliable and accurate results.

Benefits:

• Unlocks Measurement Capabilities in Tight Spaces: The ultra-narrow diameter provides access to inspection areas where standard transducers or delay lines simply cannot fit.

• Achieve Unparalleled Accuracy on Thin Materials in Confined Areas: Delivers reliable and precise thickness readings on thin-walled components even with the most restricted access.

• Dramatically Improves Detection of Shallow Imperfections in Hard-to-Reach Locations: The carefully engineered delay allows for the clearest identification of near-surface defects in previously inaccessible areas.

• Significantly Reduces Transducer Replacement Costs in Challenging Applications: By acting as a durable wear face, the delay tip substantially prolongs the operational life of the transducer element when used in confined or awkward scanning positions, offering significant cost savings.

Approximate Dimensions (inches):

• Diameter: 0.125 inches (1/8")

• Length: 0.450 inches

• Material: Acrylic  

Applications:

This 1/8” Dia. x .450 L acrylic delay tip (pencil) is the ideal solution for ultrasonic thickness gauging and flaw detection applications requiring access to extremely tight or confined areas and demanding the highest possible near-surface resolution, including:

• Precise thickness measurement of thin-walled materials within sharp corners, narrow grooves, and other highly restricted geometries.

• High-resolution inspection for shallow cracks, pits, and other near-surface defects in traditionally inaccessible locations.

• Any application where the clearest possible separation of the initial pulse from the first returning echoes is absolutely crucial for obtaining accurate readings within confined spaces.

• Essential for use with compatible Dakota Ultrasonics transducers in industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, and manufacturing where access to critical inspection points can be severely limited.