NM01F0007103

The Dakota NDT 1/4" Dia. x 3/8" L Acrylic Delay Tip is a compact and essential accessory designed to enhance the performance of compatible single element ultrasonic transducers. Precision-machined from high-quality acrylic, this delay tip measures 0.250 inches (1/4") in diameter and 0.375 inches (3/8") in length.  "1/4" Dia. x 3/8" L ONLY"

By creating a precise time delay between the transducer element and the test material, this acrylic tip significantly improves near-surface resolution during ultrasonic testing. This separation of the initial excitation pulse from the echoes originating near the surface allows for more accurate thickness measurements on thin materials and enhances the detection of shallow flaws that might otherwise be obscured. The acrylic material is chosen for its excellent ultrasonic transmission properties. These delay tips are designed for easy and secure attachment to compatible transducers, providing a cost-effective method to optimize performance for specific inspection tasks while also serving as a protective, replaceable wear face for the transducer element.  

Key Selling Points:

• Enhanced Near-Surface Resolution: Effectively separates the initial pulse, enabling clearer detection of near-surface features and more accurate thin material measurements.  

• Optimized Dimensions for Delay: The 1/4" diameter provides a suitable contact area, while the 3/8" length delivers an effective and consistent time delay.  

• Protects Valuable Transducer Element: Acts as a readily replaceable wear surface, significantly extending the operational life of the transducer.  

• High-Quality Acrylic Construction: Ensures efficient and reliable ultrasonic transmission with minimal signal loss.

• User-Friendly and Easily Replaceable: Simple attachment and detachment allow for quick setup and convenient maintenance.

• Engineered for Compatibility: Specifically designed for optimal performance with compatible Dakota Ultrasonics transducers.  

Benefits:

• Achieve More Accurate Measurements on Thin Materials: Enables reliable and precise thickness readings on thin-walled components where near-surface resolution is critical.

• Improve Detection of Shallow Imperfections: The delay allows for clearer identification of cracks, pits, and other defects located close to the material surface.

• Reduce Transducer Replacement Costs: By acting as a protective wear face, the delay tip helps prolong the life of the transducer element.

• Expand the Application Range of Your Transducer: Optimizes transducer performance for specific testing scenarios requiring enhanced near-surface resolution.  

Approximate Dimensions (inches):

• Diameter: 0.250 inches (1/4")

• Length: 0.375 inches (3/8")

• Material: Acrylic

Applications:

This 1/4" Dia. x 3/8" L acrylic delay tip is ideally suited for a variety of ultrasonic thickness gauging and flaw detection applications where improved near-surface resolution is paramount, including:

• Precise thickness measurement of thin-walled pipes, sheets, and other materials.

• Inspection for shallow cracks, pits, and other surface or near-surface defects in various components.

• Any application where clear separation of the initial pulse from the first returning echoes is essential for obtaining accurate readings.

• Use with compatible Dakota Ultrasonics transducers across a wide range of industries.  dustries.