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The Curtis TYPE DS Calibration Block is an indispensable reference standard for ultrasonic testing professionals utilizing straight beam (longitudinal wave) transducers. Specifically designed for accurate distance and sensitivity calibration, this block is a crucial tool for ensuring reliable flaw detection across a wide range of materials.  

Manufactured by Curtis Industries, a respected leader in non-destructive testing calibration standards, the TYPE DS block is engineered to meet or exceed recognized industry specifications such as AWS D1.1/D1.1M. Its precise geometry, typically featuring a central section with a defined thickness situated between two larger sections, allows for accurate calibration of the ultrasonic instrument's time base and amplitude response when using longitudinal wave probes.  

This offering includes a durable wood case, providing robust protection for the calibration block during storage and transportation. This ensures that the precision-machined surfaces remain free from damage, maintaining the block's accuracy and extending its service life as a reliable calibration standard.  

Constructed from Carbon Steel, a common material in many industrial applications, this calibration block provides relevant acoustic properties for calibrating instruments used on steel components.  

Key Selling Points:

• Specifically Designed for Longitudinal Wave Calibration: Meets the requirements for distance and sensitivity adjustments of straight beam transducers.  

• Complies with Industry Standards: Manufactured in accordance with AWS D1.1/D1.1M specifications.  

• Features Essential Calibration Geometries: Contains defined thicknesses for accurate distance and sensitivity adjustments.

• Durable Wood Case for Protection: Ensures secure storage and transport, preserving the block's accuracy.  

• Quality Manufacturing by Curtis Industries: Guarantees dimensional accuracy and reliable performance.

• Critical for Accurate Straight Beam Inspections: Enables precise calibration for dependable flaw detection.

Benefits:

• Ensures Precision in Longitudinal Wave Testing: Allows for accurate calibration of critical transducer parameters, leading to reliable inspection results.

• Supports Adherence to Testing Standards: Helps meet the calibration requirements of various industry regulations and codes.

• Provides a Long-Lasting and Protected Standard: The wood case safeguards the block, ensuring its continued accuracy.

• Facilitates Efficient Calibration Procedures: Clearly defined features simplify the calibration process for straight beam transducers.

Applications:

The Curtis TYPE DS Calibration Block is widely used for calibrating longitudinal wave transducers in diverse ultrasonic testing applications on steel materials, including:

• Inspection of welds in various fabrication and construction projects using straight beam techniques.

• Detection and sizing of subsurface flaws using normal incidence ultrasonic probes.

• Establishing and verifying sensitivity levels for longitudinal wave examinations.

• Training and qualification of ultrasonic testing personnel in straight beam techniques.

The Curtis TYPE DS Calibration Block in Carbon Steel with a Wood Case is an indispensable tool for any professional performing ultrasonic inspections with longitudinal wave transducers on steel, providing a reliable, accurate, and protected standard for ensuring the quality and integrity of their non-destructive testing procedures.