


NM01IIWTY2CS
The UT Reference Block IIW Type 2, Carbon Steel, CURTIS is a precision-engineered calibration block designed for use in ultrasonic testing (UT) applications. This block serves as a crucial tool for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of ultrasonic flaw detectors and thickness gauges, particularly when performing shear wave inspections.
Manufactured by Curtis Industries, a reputable provider of UT calibration blocks, this block adheres to the stringent standards set by the International Institute of Welding (IIW). The "IIW Type 2" designation signifies a specific design and set of dimensions, ensuring uniformity and consistency across different blocks of this type.
The block is constructed from high-quality carbon steel, a material commonly used in industrial applications. The use of carbon steel is vital as it provides acoustic properties that closely match those of many materials subjected to UT inspections. This ensures that calibration performed using this block will yield accurate results when testing similar materials.
The IIW Type 2 block is specifically designed for shear wave calibration and beam characterization. Its precise features and dimensions enable technicians to:
Calibrate shear wave probes for angle and sensitivity.
Evaluate the performance of ultrasonic probes, including beam profile and resolution.
Verify the accuracy of ultrasonic flaw detectors and thickness gauges.
This reference block is an indispensable tool for NDT technicians working in various industries, including:
Welding
Pipeline inspection
Pressure vessel manufacturing
Aerospace
General manufacturing
By providing a reliable and standardized method for calibrating UT equipment, the IIW Type 2 block helps ensure the safety and integrity of critical structures and components.
Key Features and Benefits:
Adheres to IIW Type 2 standards.
Constructed from high-quality carbon steel.
Designed for shear wave calibration and beam characterization.
Ensures accurate and repeatable UT measurements.
Manufactured by Curtis Industries.
Essential for NDT quality control.
Applications:
Calibration of ultrasonic flaw detectors and thickness gauges.
Shear wave probe calibration.
Beam characterization.
NDT inspections in various industries.
Weld inspection.