NM01X3AW007-8

Sonatest X3AW-0L25-IHC / X3-SB57-N0L-IHC Phased Array 0-Degree Wedge - 8-inch Axial Curved, Irrigated, Hard-Face

Optimize your ultrasonic inspection of curved surfaces with this specialized Sonatest X3AW-0L25-IHC (or X3-SB57-N0L-IHC) Phased Array 0-Degree Wedge. Expertly designed with an 8-inch (203.2 mm) axial curvature, this robust, irrigated, and hard-faced wedge is essential for ensuring superior acoustic coupling and precise normal beam (0-degree) inspections along the length of pipes and cylindrical components.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Dedicated for Sonatest X3 Phased Array Probes: Perfectly complements Sonatest X3 series phased array transducers, ensuring optimal acoustic matching and seamless integration for reliable data acquisition.

• Precision 8-inch AXIAL CURVATURE: The integrated curvature is specifically designed to conform precisely to the outer diameter of 8-inch (203.2 mm) pipes or similar cylindrical components. This ensures:

  • Consistent Acoustic Coupling: Maximizes sound transmission and reception by maintaining optimal contact along the entire scan path.

  • Stable Scanning: Provides excellent stability when moving the probe axially (along the length) of the pipe, leading to more accurate and repeatable data.

• 0-Degree (Normal Beam) Inspection: Designed to introduce longitudinal waves perpendicularly into the curved test material. Ideal for:

  • Accurate thickness measurement on curved surfaces.

  • Detection of laminations, delaminations, and inclusions.

  • Corrosion mapping and wall thickness profiling on pipes and vessels.

  • Inspection of composite materials for internal defects.

• "IHC" - Irrigated with Hard-Face Contact: This crucial feature significantly improves inspection quality and wedge longevity:

  • Integrated Irrigation System: Allows for consistent and continuous couplant delivery to both the probe-to-wedge interface and the wedge-to-material interface, ensuring stable acoustic coupling, particularly during long or automated scans on curved surfaces.

  • Hard-Face / Wear Pins: Equipped with a highly durable wear surface or integrated wear pins to minimize wear and tear on the wedge, significantly extending its lifespan even when scanning on rough or abrasive curved surfaces. This crucial protection safeguards your valuable phased array probe.

• Robust Construction: Built to withstand demanding industrial environments, providing reliable performance in challenging field conditions.

Specifications (General - precise dimensions depend on exact X3 probe compatibility):

• Compatibility: Sonatest X3 Series Phased Array Probes

• Refracted Angle: 0 Degrees (Normal Beam)

• Wave Type: Longitudinal Wave (L-wave)

• Curvature: Axial 8-inch OD (203.2 mm)

• Features: Irrigated, Hard-face Contact (IHC)

• Material: High-quality plastic or composite with durable wear surface.

Typical Applications:

• Axial corrosion mapping and wall thickness monitoring on 8-inch pipes.

• Lamination and delamination detection in cylindrical components.

• Inspection of pipe sections for internal defects parallel to the surface.

• Quality control in pipe manufacturing and fabrication.