NM01SW51703

SONATEST Standard Angle Beam Wedge (70 Degree Shear Wave)

This is a specialized, high-angle Sonatest Standard Wedge designed for use with large, rectangular ultrasonic transducers. It is the essential accessory for performing accurate, high-angle flaw inspection on cylindrical components.

PRODUCT AND APPLICATION:

This precision-machined wedge is specifically engineered for 1/2 inch x 1 inch shear wave probes, allowing inspectors to introduce a sound beam into the test material at a 70 degree angle. The 70 degree angle is critical for detecting flaws that are positioned near the surface or the back wall, and for examining certain weld geometries.

KEY PERFORMANCE FEATURES:

• Refracted Angle: Generates a highly effective 70 degree Shear Wave (SW) in steel, maximizing sensitivity to specific flaw orientations.

• Probe Compatibility: Designed for use with 1/2 inch x 1 inch (12.7 mm x 25.4 mm) rectangular shear wave transducers.

• Contour Specificity: Features an Axial Outer Diameter (AOD) 3 inch contour. This precise curvature ensures perfect acoustic coupling and stable contact when performing circumferential scans on 3 inch OD pipes, tubing, and vessels.

• Superior Signal: By eliminating air gaps common with flat wedges on curved surfaces, this contoured design maximizes the transfer of ultrasonic energy, resulting in a cleaner, stronger signal.

This specialized 70 degree wedge ensures your 1/2 inch x 1 inch transducer delivers reliable, high-angle ultrasonic data when inspecting 3 inch diameter structures.