Dakota PZX-7 & PZX-7DL Precision Thickness Gauge

Dakota PZX-7 & PZX-7DL Precision Thickness Gauge

For precision measurements on thin metal, glass or plastic parts.

High-resolution measurement on thin metal and plastic parts

The PZX-7 & 7DL gauges are precision ultrasonic thickness gauges designed for high-resolution measurements on thin metal and plastic parts. They are typically used in manufacturing environments to measure aircraft parts, automotive sheet metal and other materials having parallel surfaces. They are packaged in a sturdy extruded aluminum housing which is sealed for environmental protection assuring high reliability even in corrosive environments.

The PZX-7 & 7DL when used with a single element delay line probe in the Echo-Echo (E-E) mode has a measuring range in steel from 0.0060 to 1.0000 inch, (0.15 to 25.40 mm). Automatic switching to Interface to 1st Echo mode on thicker materials.

Measuring plastics is accomplished by changing the delay line tip to Graphite and switching to the Plastic Mode (PLAS).

Features

  • Transducer Types: Single delay line & contact styles. Selectable diameter for contact style.
  • Delay Line Transducer: 0.0060" - 1.000" (0.150 - 25.40mm)
  • Contact Transducer: 0.040" - 36.0" (915.0mm)
  • Echo-Echo mode provides high precision and through coating measurements on thin materials.
  • Pulse-Echo mode for thicker and attenuative materials.
  • High Speed Scan: Displays the lowest reading found during a scan. Scan speed at 100 Hz.
  • Differential Mode: Displays the +/- difference from a nominal value entered.
  • Alarm Mode: High & low alarm limits with audible and visual indicators.
  • VX Velocity: Measures in terms of velocity for nodularity testing.

 
Power Source

  • Two (2) 1.5V alkaline, 1.2V Nicad or 1.5V lithium AA cells.
  • Typically operates for 35 hours on alkaline and 18 hours on Nicad.
  • Low battery indicator on display. Auto shutoff after 5 minutes of inactivity.
  • Low power USB-C connected to PC or power adapter.

Technical Specifications

PZX-7 & 7DL Specifications

Measuring Modes
Pulse-Echo (P-E): 0.040 to 36.0 in. (1.0 to 914.4 mm).
Echo-Echo (E-E): Delay line - 0.0060 to 1.00 in. (0.152 to 25.4 mm). Contact - 0.040 to 6.0 in. (1.0 to 152.4 mm).
Interface-Echo (I-E): Delay line - 0.060 to 1.0 in. (1.524 to 25.4 mm).
Plastics (PLAS): Graphite Delay line - 0.005 to 0.250 in. (0.127 to 6.35 mm).
Ranges dependent on transducer type, material type, transducer frequency and diameters.
Units: English & Metric (Low & High resolution).
Resolution: 0.001 or 0.0001 in. (0.01 or 0.001 mm).
Velocity Range: 0.0120 to .7300 in/µs (305 to 18,542 m/sec).
PRF: 200Hz Display Update Rate: 10Hz
Gain: Automatic or manual control.
Time Dependent Gain (TDG): Implemented in all measure modes.
Display
Multi-function 7 segment 4.5 digit liquid crystal display with 0.500" digit height
Two (2) 0.125" 14 segment fields for labels and values, and one (1) 7 segment field for labels and values.
Additional icons to indicate features and modes.
Backlight is selectable On / Off / Auto and selectable brightness (Low, Med, Hi) options.
Bar graph indicates stability of reading.
Keypad
Sealed membrane that is resistant to both water and petroleum products.
9 tactile-feedback keys.
Physical Attributes
Weight: 11 oz. (with batteries)
Dimensions (WxHxD): 2.5" x 5.17" x 1.24" (63.5 x 131.3 x 31.5 mm) 
Operating Temperature: -22° to 167°F (-30° to 75°C)
 Case: Extruded aluminum body with nickel-plated aluminum end caps (gasket sealed).
Certification
Factory calibration traceable to NIST & MIL-STD-45662A
Warranty
5 year limited

Kit Includes

PZX-7 Standard Kit Includes

  • Unit
  • T-402-5507, Standard  15MHz, 1/4" Delay Line Transducer (2 Delay Tips - 3/8" & 1/2" L) & Cable
  • Couplant
  • Manual
  • Certificate of Calibration
  • AA Batteries
  • Plastic Carrying Case
  • PC Software available for download with transfer cable included.
  • 5 Year Limited Warranty

Probe Selection

Delay Line Probes

For general purpose precision thickness gauging
with instruments with +/- 0.0001" resolution.
For the PZX-7 and PZX-7DL gauges,
we recommend using either of the following transducers:

  • T-402-5507: 1/4", 15MHz, Microdot Connector, Standard
  • T-402-6507: 1/4", 20 MHz, Microdot Connector

Contact Probes

Contact transducers can also be used for measuring
thicker materials with +/- 0.001" resolution.
There are many different varieties available to suit your
particular application- see below link for details.
They can be used with PZX-7 and PVX instruments.

Click Here to Learn More About Dakota Probes for Precision Gauges

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 Ultrasonics PZX-7 Kit Includes: Unit, standard 15Mhz x 1/4" Delay Line Transducer (2 Delay Tips 3/8" & 1/2" L) & Cable, Couplant, Manual, Certificate of Calibration, AA Batteries & Plastic Carrying Case UT-DU-Z-307-0001
$2,075.00
Dakota Ultrasonics PZX-7DL Kit Includes: Unit, standard 15 MHz x 1/4" Delay Line Transducer (2 Delay Tips 3/8" & 1/2" L) & Cable, Couplant, Manual, Certificate of Calibration, AA Batteries & Plastic Carrying Case. PC Software with transfer cable . UT-DU-Z-308-0001
$2,275.00
Dakota Ultrasonics Acrylic Tip For Delay Line Probes, 1/4" Diameter (Previous PN X-231-0000 and X-241-0000). (Specify Length)
Model #
UT-DU-F-000-7102-Master
$18.00
Dakota Ultrasonics Replacement Transducer cable, 4' lemo 00 to microdot UT-DU-N-104-0020
$75.00
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
Dakota Ultrasonics Plastic Carrying Brief Case PZX Series UT-DU-A-302-6003
$40.00
Dakota Ultrasonics, T-402-5507 Transducer - Single Element Delay Line Transducer, 15MHz x 1/4", Microdot-Side Connector (included with gauge unless specified otherwise) UT-DU-T-402-5507
$595.00