
NM01Z3010003
ZX-2, Easy to operate, Pulse-echo measurement, Dual element transducers, (1-10MHz options), 120MHz FPGA timing, 150 volt square wave pulser, Low temperature custom LCD display (-22 F / -30C), Adjustable material velocity, Selectable material list, IP65 protection rating. DAKOTA NDT SKU: Z-301-0003
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Dakota NDT ZX-2 Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge with Selectable Material List
SKU: Z-301-0003
An easy-to-operate dual-element thickness gauge with a selectable material list and adjustable velocity, 120 MHz FPGA timing, 45-hour battery life and an IP65 aluminum body, backed by a 5-year warranty.

| 36"Max range (914 mm) | 0.001"Resolution (0.01 mm) | IP65Sealed enclosure | 5 yearsGauge warranty |
The Dakota NDT ZX-2 is an easy-to-operate pulse-echo thickness gauge that needs no special training. It measures wall thickness and the extent of corrosion in pipes, tanks, plates and other objects, and its dual-element design locates blind-surface pitting and internal flaws.
The ZX-2 adds a selectable material list to the basic ZX design, so inspectors who work on several materials can pick the right one in seconds instead of entering velocities by hand. Velocity is also fully adjustable for any other material. Built to withstand the roughest industry conditions, it's backed by Dakota's 5-year limited warranty.
Key Features
Selectable material list
Choose from a built-in list of common materials for fast setup when you move between steel, aluminum, plastics and other materials. It's ideal for maintenance teams and job shops that test a mix of parts.
Adjustable material velocity
For materials not on the list, adjust the velocity on the keypad anywhere from 305 to 18,542 m/s.
Strong signal, accurate readings
120 MHz FPGA timing and a 150 V square wave pulser drive dual-element transducers from 1 to 10 MHz. Automatic V-path correction delivers readings accurate to ±0.001" (±0.01 mm).
Cold-weather display
The custom low-temperature LCD stays readable down to -30°C (-22°F), showing thickness, velocity, a stability indicator, battery level and units.
Built for the roughest conditions
An extruded aluminum body with gasket-sealed, nickel-plated end caps is IP65 rated, and the sealed membrane keypad resists water and petroleum products.
45-hour battery life
Two AA cells, either alkaline, NiCad or lithium, give around 45 hours of continuous use.
Certified accuracy
Every ZX-2 is factory calibrated, traceable to NIST and MIL-STD-45662A standards.
Specifications
| General | |
| Manufacturer | Dakota NDT |
|---|---|
| Model | ZX-2 |
| SKU | Z-301-0003 |
| Instrument type | Dual-element ultrasonic thickness gauge |
| Warranty | 5-year limited on gauge |
| Shipping dimensions (estimated) | 305 × 254 × 127 mm (12.0 × 10.0 × 5.0 in) |
| Shipping weight (estimated) | 1.8 kg (4.0 lb) |
| Measurement | |
| Measurement mode | Pulse-echo |
| Thickness range | 0.025 to 36 in (0.63 to 914.4 mm), depending on material and transducer |
| Resolution | 0.001 in (0.01 mm) |
| Velocity range | 0.0120 to 0.7300 in/µs (305 to 18,542 m/s) |
| Material setup | Selectable material list; adjustable velocity |
| Timing and pulser | 120 MHz FPGA timing; 150 V square wave pulser |
| Correction | Automatic V-path (dual path) error correction |
| Calibration | Factory calibrated, traceable to NIST and MIL-STD-45662A |
| Transducer | |
| Type | Dual element (transmit and receive), 1 to 10 MHz options |
| Standard probe | T-102-2000, 5 MHz |
| Connectors and cable | Locking quick-disconnect LEMO; 4 ft cable |
| Display & Physical | |
| Display | Multi-function custom LCD; low-temperature rated to -30°C (-22°F) |
| Indicators | Thickness, velocity, stability, battery level, units |
| Size (W × H × D) | 63.5 × 131.3 × 31.5 mm (2.5 × 5.17 × 1.24 in) |
| Weight | 312 g (11 oz) with batteries |
| Case | Extruded aluminum body with nickel-plated aluminum end caps, gasket sealed; IP65 |
| Keypad | Sealed membrane, resistant to water and petroleum products |
| Power | 2 × AA (alkaline, NiCad or lithium); about 45 hours continuous |
| Operating temperature | -30°C to 75°C (-22°F to 167°F) |
What's in the Box
- Dakota NDT ZX-2 thickness gauge
- T-102-2000 dual-element transducer
- Couplant
- AA batteries
- Plastic carrying case
- Operation manual
- Certificate of calibration
Standard Dakota NDT kit. Contents can vary by package, so contact us to confirm what ships with your order.
Complete your thickness testing setup
Add a step calibration block for daily checks, extra couplant and a protective rubber boot for small-body ZX gauges. For calibration options and high-speed scanning, see the ZX-3. For thru-paint readings, see the ZX-6.
Applications
The ZX-2 is a simple, dependable gauge for routine wall thickness and corrosion checks across several materials.
| ✓ Corrosion and pitting | ✓ Pipe and tube |
| ✓ Tanks | ✓ Pressure vessels and boilers |
| ✓ Wall loss evaluation | ✓ Mixed-material job shops |
| ✓ Manufacturing quality control | ✓ Maintenance and repair inspections |
Downloads
| ⬇ User Manual (PDF) |
About Dakota NDT
Dakota NDT, an Elcometer company, manufactures high-quality industrial ultrasonic testing equipment for the petrochemical, aerospace, power generation and automotive industries. Its range includes corrosion and precision thickness gauges, flaw detectors, bolt tension monitors, transducers and accessories.
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