Dakota Ultrasonics ZX-6 & ZX-6DL

Dakota Ultrasonics ZX-6 & ZX-6DL

Combined Standard Pulse-Echo Flaw Detection Measurement Mode with a multi-echo thru-coating mode for use on materials with epoxy based coatings.

Multi-Echo Thickness Gauges

The ZX-6 series gauges are at the top of the ZX line of basic thickness gauges. They combine a standard pulse-echo flaw detection measurement mode with a multi-echo thru-coating mode for use on materials with epoxy based coatings, and eliminate the error from the coating without having to remove it. They are equipped with adjustable gain, as well as auto Time Dependent Gain in both measurement modes. Our limited 5 year warranty indicates how we feel about the durability and reliability of the ZX-6 Series.

Pulse-Echo Mode (P-E)

Pulse-Echo (P-E) Mode measures from the surface to the back-wall echo. It is used on bare material to determine wall loss on corroded, eroded and pitted materials. When measuring through a coating the measurement will include an error due to the coating thickness x 2-3 because of the difference in sound velocity between the coating and test material.

1. Couplant   3. Testing Material

Echo-Echo (E-E) Mode

Echo-Echo (E-E) Mode measures from the back-wall echo to its multiple-echo and eliminates the error due to the coating. Measurements can only be made on materials that have parallel surfaces as the multiple-echo will disappear if the back-wall is corroded or pitted.

1. Couplant   2. Coating   3. Test Material

Features

  • Zero: Manual or auto zero option
  • Probe types: Selectable probe frequency & diameter for improved linearity
  • High Speed Scan: Display the lowest reading found during a scan. Scan speed at 100 Hz.
  • Differential Mode: Display the +/- difference from a nominal value entered.
  • Alarm Mode: High and low alarm limits with audible and visual indicators
  • VX Velocity: Measure in terms of velocity for nodularity testing

Applications

  • Corrosion & Pitting
  • Tube & Pipe
  • Tanks
  • Boilers
  • Glass
  • Variety of Applications

Technical Specifications

ZX-6 Series Specifications

Measuring Range
Pulse-Echo (P-E): 0.025" to 36.00" (0.63 to 914.4 mm)
Echo-Echo (E-E): 0.100" to 6.00" in base metal and 0.001" to 0.075" (0.0254 to 1.905 mm).
Range dependent on material types and transducer frequency and diameter.
Resolution: 0.001" (0.01 mm)
Velocity Range: 0.0120 to .7300 in/μs (305 to 18,542 m/sec)
PRF: 200Hz
Display Update Rate: 10Hz
Gain: 40-52dB range in 3dB steps.
Time Dependent Gain (TDG): Used in both Pulse-Echo (P-E) and Echo-Echo (E-E) modes depending on the transducer and frequency selected. 
Units: Imperial & Metric
Power Source
Two 1.5V alkaline, 1.2V NiCad, or 1.5V Lithium AA cells
Typically operates for 45 hours on alkaline and 23 hours on NiCad.
Low battery indicator on display. Auto shut-off after 5 minutes of inactivity.
Line power USB-C connected to PC or power adapter.
Display
Multi-function 7 segment 4.5 digit liquid crystal display with 0.500" digit height.
Two 0.125 inch 14 segment fields for labels and values and one 7 segment field for labels and values. 
Additional icons to indicate features and modes.
Backlight is selectable on/off/auto and selectable brightness (Lo, Med, Hi) options.
Bar graph indicates stability of reading
Data
Serial over USB-C using CDC class (standard). Accessory RS232 serial or Bluetooth option. 
Sequential data storage, 40 files of 250 readings per file for 10,000 readings (ZX-6 DL only)
Physical Attributes
Dimensions (WxHxD): 2.5" x 5.17" x 1.24" (63.5 x 131.3 x 31.5mm)
Weight: 11 oz. (with batteries)
Operating Temperature: -22 to 167F (-30 to 75C)
Keypad: Sealed membrane that is resistant to both water and petroleum products. Nine tactile-feedback keys.
Case: Extruded aluminum body with nickel-plated aluminum end caps (gasket sealed).
Software: Comes complete with cable and PC software (ZX-6 DL only)
Certification
Factory calibration traceable to NIST & MIL-STD-45662A
Warranty
5 years limited

Kit Includes

ZX-6 Series Kit Includes

  • Unit
  • Transducer (5 MHz x 1/4") T-102-2700
  • Couplant
  • AA Batteries
  • PC Software
  • Data Transfer Cable
  • Manual
  • Plastic Carrying Case
  • Certificate of Calibration
  • 5 Year Limited Warranty

Probe Selection

Dakota HD Thru-Coating Thickness Gauging Probes

Dakota Pulse Echo (P-E) Thickness Probes

Protective Case Options

PN: UT-DU-F-302-0001

PN: UT-DU-A-302-6002

Includes 5 Year Limited Warranty

Product Literature

Description Part # Saved Price Select Option Add to
Dakota ZX-6 Kit includes: Unit, Transducer 5MHz x 1/4" T-102-2700, Couplant, Manual, Plastic Carrying Case, Certificate of Calibration and AA Batteries UT-DU-Z-305-0001
$1,925.00
Dakota ZX-6DL Kit includes: Unit, Transducer 5MHz x 1/4" T-102-2700, Couplant, Manual, Plastic Carrying Case, Certificate of Calibration and AA Batteries. PC Software downloadable from website and Data Transfer Cable included with data logging gauges UT-DU-Z-306-0001
$2,125.00
Dakota Ultrasonics Nylon Carrying Bag with Neck Strap for ZX and PZX Series UT-DU-F-302-0001
$60.00
Dakota Ultrasonics Injection molded rubber protective instrument case with neck & hand straps and a kickstand for ZX and PZX Series UT-DU-A-302-6002
$90.00

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