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ZX-1, Fixed Velocity Thickness Gauges. Highlights: ▶ 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 (ZX-2 only). ▶ IP65 protection rating. ▶ 5 year limited warranty. Dakota NDT
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Dakota NDT ZX-1 Fixed Velocity Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge
SKU: Z-300-0001
An easy-to-use, pre-calibrated dual-element thickness gauge for daily wall thickness and corrosion checks, with 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) | 45 hOn 2 AA batteries | 5 yearsGauge warranty |
The Dakota NDT ZX-1 is a basic fixed velocity thickness gauge that needs no special training to operate. 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-1 holds a single velocity and comes pre-calibrated for steel, so you simply turn it on and go to work. It's the perfect choice where the same material is tested day after day. For other materials, adjust the velocity on the keypad. Built to withstand the roughest industry conditions, it's backed by Dakota's 5-year limited warranty.
Key Features
 | Turn it on and go to workWith one programmable velocity pre-calibrated for steel, the ZX-1 is ready to measure straight out of the box. To work on another material, simply scroll to its known velocity with the VEL key, from 305 to 18,542 m/s. |
Strong signal, accurate readings120 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). |  |
 | Built for the roughest conditionsAn extruded aluminum body with gasket-sealed, nickel-plated end caps is IP65 rated, and the sealed membrane keypad resists water and petroleum products. The custom low-temperature LCD stays readable down to -30°C (-22°F). |
Built for the Field
Simple, clear display
The backlit 4.5-digit LCD shows thickness, velocity setting, a stability indicator, battery level and units, so you can read it even in dim settings.
45-hour battery life
Two AA cells, either alkaline, NiCad or lithium, give around 45 hours of continuous use.
Lockable settings
Lock the velocity setting at power-on to prevent accidental changes, which is ideal when several inspectors share one gauge.
Wide transducer choice
Use Dakota dual-element transducers from 1 to 10 MHz, including high-temperature probes, with locking quick-disconnect LEMO connectors.
Certified accuracy
Every ZX-1 is factory calibrated, traceable to NIST and MIL-STD-45662A standards.
Specifications
| General | |
| Manufacturer | Dakota NDT |
|---|---|
| Model | ZX-1 |
| SKU | Z-300-0001 |
| Instrument type | Fixed velocity 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 |
| Range with standard probe | 0.040 to 8.000 in (1.00 to 199.9 mm) in steel with T-102-2000 |
| Resolution | 0.001 in (0.01 mm) |
| Velocity range | 0.0120 to 0.7300 in/µs (305 to 18,542 m/s) |
| Velocity setting | 1 programmable velocity, pre-calibrated for steel; adjustable on keypad |
| Timing and pulser | 120 MHz FPGA timing; 150 V square wave pulser |
| Pulse repetition / display update | 200 Hz / 10 Hz |
| 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, 7-segment, 4.5-digit backlit LCD; low-temperature rated to -30°C (-22°F) |
| Indicators | Thickness, velocity setting, 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; tactile-feedback keys |
| 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-1 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 several materials, see the ZX-2 with its selectable material list. For thru-paint readings, see the ZX-6.
Applications
The ZX-1 is a simple, dependable gauge for routine wall thickness and corrosion checks on one material.
| ✓ Corrosion and pitting | ✓ Tube and pipe |
| ✓ Tanks | ✓ Boilers |
| ✓ Plates and structural components | ✓ Glass and thin plastics |
| ✓ Daily checks on a single material | ✓ Maintenance and asset integrity programs |
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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