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The EchoMix® POWDER COUPLANT, EchoMix SINGLE, 5 gal / 20 liter packet, 1 part, Echo Ultrasonics offers a unique and efficient approach to ultrasonic coupling. Supplied as a dry powder within a substantial packet, this "EchoMix SINGLE" formulation is a one-part system, requiring only the addition of water to create a high-performance ultrasonic couplant. Each packet is designed to yield a significant volume of 5 gallons (20 liters) of ready-to-use gel.
Key Attributes:
Innovative Powder Form: The dry powder format provides numerous logistical advantages, including reduced shipping weight and volume, simplified storage, and an extended shelf life compared to traditional liquid or gel couplants.
Simplified One-Part Mixing: The "EchoMix SINGLE" designation signifies a user-friendly, single-component system. Preparing the couplant involves a straightforward process of adding the powder to ambient temperature water and mixing for approximately five minutes. Often, a blue tracer is incorporated to visually confirm complete and uniform dissolution.
High Volume Yield: Each packet is specifically formulated to produce a substantial 5 gallons (20 liters) of ultrasonic couplant, making it an economical choice for large-scale inspections, projects requiring significant couplant usage, or for stocking purposes.
Excellent Surface Adhesion: Once mixed, the couplant forms a gel with good adhesion properties, effectively adhering to vertical and overhead surfaces. This characteristic facilitates inspections in various orientations without excessive run-off.
Minimal Residue Formulation: The couplant is engineered to leave a minimal amount of residue on the inspected components, streamlining post-inspection cleanup procedures.
Water Soluble Residue: Any remaining residue is readily soluble in water, allowing for easy removal through wiping with a damp cloth, rinsing, or even pressure washing.
Enhanced Stability in Challenging Environments: The EchoMix Single formulation exhibits salt stability, preventing viscosity loss or thinning when used on surfaces contaminated with salt, in marine environments, or on corroded materials.
Mild Corrosion Protection: The couplant contains mild, short-term ferrous corrosion inhibitors, offering a degree of protection to both the inspected materials and the ultrasonic testing equipment during the inspection process.
User and Environmentally Considerate: Typically formulated without phosphates, formaldehyde, strong odors, or eye-irritating off-gassing, this couplant presents a more favorable profile for both the operator and the environment.
Compact Storage and Transportation: The powdered nature of the product significantly reduces its bulk and weight before mixing, leading to lower transportation costs and more efficient storage.
Economical Solution: For high-volume users, powdered couplants often represent a more cost-effective solution due to the concentrated form and reduced shipping expenses.
Suitable Operating Temperature: The mixed couplant is typically effective within a temperature range of 32° to 120°F (0° to 50°C), accommodating a variety of inspection conditions.
Medium Gel Viscosity: When mixed to a 1-gallon quantity, the resulting gel typically exhibits a viscosity around 23,000 CPS (measured with a Brookfield viscometer), indicating a medium gel consistency suitable for many applications.
Industry Compliance: This couplant often meets the requirements of key industry standards, including the ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (T-533), NAVSHIPS 250-1500, and FAA-AC #25-29 (Glycerin-free), and typically contains less than 0.02% Halogens & Sulfur.
Near-Neutral pH: The pH of the mixed couplant is generally around 9.
In summary, the EchoMix® SINGLE powder couplant from Echo Ultrasonics provides a highly practical and efficient solution for ultrasonic testing. Its powder format simplifies logistics, while its performance as a mixed gel ensures reliable acoustic coupling, ease of cleanup, and mild corrosion protection across a range of inspection tasks.