NDT Digit-X Portable Densitometer

NDT Digit-X Portable Densitometer

Lightweight, Battery Powered Densitometer

Overview

The Digit-X Densitometer is a unique, hand held transmission densitometer, combining ease of use with high accuracy and repeatability. The fine fiber-optic probe allows small areas of film to be measured accurately with readings being displayed on the large clear LCD panel to 2 decimal places. Weighing in at just 6 oz. (175g) makes it easy to carry from place to place. Battery usage is minimal and a low battery warning indicator is provided on the digital display.

Digit-X can reliably read film densities up to a maximum of 4.0D. Simply place your QA film strip on a uniform light source, press the fiber optic tip of Digit-X evenly against the region of the film strip to be measured and push gently forwards. The film density will be shown on the LED display. A conveniently placed zero button resets the display between readings.

 

 

Models

The Digit-X is currently offered for LED Type Viewers only.

A software update is expected later this year that will allow density measurements on Fluorescent type viewers. An additional update is expected in 2027 that will allow density measurements on both LED and Fluorescent type viewers using the same instrument.

The LED version of the Digit-x has been designed specifically to cope with the high brightness levels produced by LED viewers and to accommodate the high frequency of the light output.

NOTE: High brightness fluorescent viewers (85,000 cd/m2 and brighter) would be best suited to use the LED version of the Digit-X.

Technical Specifications

Digit-X Specifications

Density Range 0.00D - 4.00D
Resolution 0.01D
Accuracy ±0.05D
Repeatability ±0.02
Display 3 Digit 0.5" (12.5mm) LCD
Battery: Single 9V PP3 Battery; 50 hrs. continuous use
Battery Operation Time: 6-month typical usage
Battery Save: Auto shutdown after 5 minutes inactivity (user changeable)
Dimensions: 2.4" x 1.5" x 8.3" (60 x 37 x 210mm)
Calibration: NIST traceable; Photopic applications by default, non-photopic calibration available
Compatibility: LED and High Intensity Fluorescent (Coming Soon: Standard Brightness Fluorescent and Halogen viewers)
Stability: Unsteady reading indicated with flashing text
Memory: Unit autosaves last reading over power cycle
Datalogging: Readings can be stored and downloaded using optional cable
Indications:
  • Unit will display Hi if viewer saturates instrument, and Lo if intensity is too low to read
  • LOBAT display when battery is low, and when battery insufficient to ensure accuracy
Warranty: 2-yr.

Kit Includes

  • Digit-X Densitometer
  • Battery
  • Nozzle Protector
  • Calibration Certificate
  • User Manual
  • Sturdy, Portable Carrying Case

Accessories

  • AGFA Density Film Strip (PN RT-AGFA-3UEPB)
    • 15 Steps
    • Range: less than 0.20 to great than 4.0
  • BAM Density Step Tablet (PN RT-KT-13-40205)
    • 15 Steps
    • Range: less than 0.20 to great than 5.0

Density Step Tablets

Product Literature

Description Part # Saved Price Select Option Add to
Digit-X Precision Digital Densitometer for use with LED Film Viewers, with carry case and accessories, including calibration certificate RT-QD-272210185 $1,285.00
AGFA Density Film Strip, 15-step, Certified RT-AGFA-3UEPB $185.00
Kowotest BAM 15 Step Density Tablet, Calibrated and Traceable to NIST, > 0.2 to > 5.0 D RT-KT-13-40205 $515.00