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Low Frequency PA Inspection

Conventional phased array (PA) probes have significant limitations when inspecting heavy composites thicker than 50 mm (2 inches).

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Even traditional PA probes at 2.0 MHz frequency are not the appropriate solution for such high signal attenuation and long sound path. The 0.5 and 1.0 MHz PA probes are available that can successfully provide C-scan mapping over large glass fibre surfaces. Furthermore, lamination defects can be identified in aluminium slabs.

Fig. 1 - X6B positioned on thick walled composite

Frequency recommendation according to the GFRP thickness:

MHz probe: T= 30 to 200 mm. Better resolution, main solution for glass fibre reinforced plastic
0.5 MHz probe: T< 50 to 500 mm. Very high attenuation material (Such as low-density polyethylene)

Recommended Tool Package

Category	Part#	Description
Acquisition Unit	VEO3 32:128 Phased array data acquisition unit
Probe	X6B
Wedge	X6BHG-001	Designed for direct contact with maintained water coupling
Direct contact inspection	FT1 Tape 100mm	Polyester tape made for direct contact inspection to protect the test piece surface and the probe face
Encoder	AXYS encoder
Software	UT MAP / UTStudio+

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