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Note

This operation manual shall apply to the CTS-49/CTS-59 ultrasonic thickness gauge. The major

differences of the two models on functions and specifications are listed below:

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Model
CTS-49 CTS-59
Item

Dual-element delay type (with Dual-element delay


probe cable): type(with probe cable):
TG5-10L (standard configuration) TG5-10L (standard
TG7.5-6L configuration)
TG5-10HL TG7.5-6L
TG2-12L TG5-10HL
TG5-6L TG2-12L
TG5-8L TG5-6L
TG5-8L
Single-element delay type :
TG5-6DL Single-element delay
TG7.5-6DL type :
TG10-6DL TG5-6DL
TG7.5-3DMD TG7.5-6DL
TG10-3DMD TG10-6DL
Compatible Probes
TG15-3DMD TG7.5-3DMD
TG10-3DMD
Single-element contact type: TG15-3DMD
TG0.5-25NL
TG0.5-30NL Single-element contact
TG1-20NL type:
TG2.5-20NL TG0.5-25NL
TG0.5-30NL
TG1-20NL
TG2.5-20NL

Dialog probe series are


supported and can be
automatically identified.

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Standard (R-B1, transmit pulse to Standard (R-B1,


the first echo); transmit pulse to the
Thru-coating measurement or first echo);
EchoToEchoMode measurement Thru-coating
(B1-B2, or Bm-Bn) measurement or
Measurement mode EchoToEchoMode
measurement(B1-B2,
or Bm-Bn);
If velocity of coating is
known, the thickness of
coating can be
measured.
User-defined V-path √
TDG function √
Temperature

compensation
Multilayer

measurement
Time-based B-scan √
Store up to 20,000 sets
Store up to 10,000 sets of of measurement data
measurement data (including (including
Storage capacity
measurement value, parameter measurement value,
setup and waveform data) parameter setup and
waveform data)
Standard configured
external fast charger √
CD-B010
【Note】: The mark √ in the table above indicates the corresponding model has such function or specification.

The complication of this operation manual is based on the model CTS-49, and the parameters

and the operation shall apply to the CTS-49. As the operation of the CTS-59 is compatible with

the CTS-49, for additional functions and operation on the CTS-59, see Appendix D.

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DCY2.781.49/59 SS/V1.2/A-E

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PREFACE ..........................................................................................................................................VII

OPERATION CAUTIONS AND SAFETY GUIDE ................................................................................. IX

CHAPTER 1 SYSTEM .............................................................................................................................1

1.1 APPEARANCE .................................................................................................................................. 1


1.2 PORT AND SOCKET ......................................................................................................................... 3
1.3 KEY .................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.4 MENU............................................................................................................................................... 4
1.5 SCREEN INTERFACE ...................................................................................................................... 8
1.6 WAVEFORM DISPLAY AREA ........................................................................................................... 10
1.7 MEASUREMENT DATA AREA ........................................................................................................ 10
1.8 SYMBOL AND INFORMATION PROMPT AREA ................................................................................. 10

CHAPTER 2 SYSTEM OPERATION ...................................................................................................12

2.1 POWER SUPPLY ............................................................................................................................ 12


2.2 POWER ON .................................................................................................................................... 12
2.3 POWER OFF .................................................................................................................................. 13
2.4 OPERATION INTERFACE SELECTION............................................................................................. 13
2.5 MAIN MENU SELECTION ............................................................................................................... 13
2.6 SUBMENU SELECTION .................................................................................................................. 13
2.7 TURNING PAGE.............................................................................................................................. 14
2.8 SUBMENU ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................... 14
2.9 SHORTCUT OPERATION ................................................................................................................ 14
2.10 CALIBRATION FUNCTION ............................................................................................................... 15
2.11 AUTOSEARCH AND FLOATINGGAIN FUNCTIONS .......................................................................... 16
2.12 WORKMODE .................................................................................................................................. 17
2.13 VELOCITY MEASUREMENT ............................................................................................................. 20
2.14 PARAM STORAGE ......................................................................................................................... 20
2.14.1 Save....................................................................................................................................... 20
2.14.2 Recall..................................................................................................................................... 21
2.14.3 Delete .................................................................................................................................... 21
2.15 DATA STORAGE ............................................................................................................................ 21
2.15.1 Save....................................................................................................................................... 22
2.15.2 Recall..................................................................................................................................... 22
2.15.3 Delete .................................................................................................................................... 23

CHAPTER 3 APPLICATION OF THICKNESS MEASUREMENT ..................................................24

3.1 GENERAL WORK FLOW................................................................................................................. 24


3.2 APPLICATION KEYNOTE OF THICKNESS MEASUREMENT ................................................................ 25

CHAPTER 4 PERIPHERAL DEVICES, PORTS AND ACCESSORIES ........................................26

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4.1 PROBE SOCKET ............................................................................................................................ 26


4.2 MINIUSB PORT ............................................................................................................................. 26
4.2.1 Connect to a PC.................................................................................................................. 26
4.2.2 Disconnect from a PC ........................................................................................................ 26
4.3 MICROSD CARD HOLDER ............................................................................................................ 26
4.3.1 Insert microSD card............................................................................................................ 26
4.3.2 Remove microSD card....................................................................................................... 27
4.4 BATTERY ........................................................................................................................................ 27
4.4.1 Battery Installation and Removal...................................................................................... 27
4.4.2 Charging the Battery .......................................................................................................... 27
4.4.3 Using the Battery ................................................................................................................ 28
4.4.4 Battery Maintenance .......................................................................................................... 28
4.4.5 Airlift Requirements for battery ......................................................................................... 29
4.4.6 Cautions on using the battery: .......................................................................................... 29
4.5 POWER ADAPTER .......................................................................................................................... 30
4.6 FAST CHARGER CD-B010 (OPTION) ........................................................................................... 30

CHAPTER 5 TRAINING, SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE............................................32

4.7 TRAINING ........................................................................................................................................32


4.8 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................32
4.9 SERVICE .........................................................................................................................................32

APPENDIX A COMMON FAILURES AND TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................34

A.1 THE SYSTEM CANNOT POWER ON ................................................................................................. 34


A.2 THE SYSTEM CANNOT POWER OFF ................................................................................................ 34
A.3 CANNOT CHARGE ........................................................................................................................... 34
A.4 NO ECHO ........................................................................................................................................ 34
A.5 ABNORMAL ERROR OF THICKNESS MEASUREMENT READING ....................................................... 35

APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................................36

APPENDIX C SUBMENU DEFAULT VALUE AND RANGE OR OPTION......................................39

APPENDIX D AVAILABLE PROBES SPECIFICATION ....................................................................48

APPENDIX E ABOUT CTS-59...............................................................................................................52

E.1 APPEARANCE .................................................................................................................................... 52


E.2 MENU STRUCTURE ........................................................................................................................... 52
E.3 CTS-59 SYMBOL AND INFORMATION PROMPT AREA ...................................................................... 57
E.4 FUNCTIONAL OPERATION OF ADDITIONAL MAIN MENU ................................................................... 58
E.4.1 PROBE ....................................................................................................................................... 58
E.4.2 V-PATH........................................................................................................................................ 59
E.4.3 TDG ............................................................................................................................................. 61
E.4.4 TEMP .......................................................................................................................................... 62
E.4.5 COAT........................................................................................................................................... 62
E.4.6 B-SCAN ...................................................................................................................................... 63
E.4.7 MULTI.......................................................................................................................................... 68

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APPENDIX F ACOUSTIC VELOCITY OF MATERIALS ...................................................................71

CONTACT INFORMATION........................................................................................................................71

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Preface

The CTS-49 digital ultrasonic thickness gauge is the perfect combination of various advanced

high technologies such as ultrasound, computer, electronics, molding and processes. This palm-

held thickness gauge is suitable for thickness or acoustic velocity measurement of metal and

many other materials. It supports dual and single element probes for erosive and wall-thickness

measurement.

Outstanding measurement features, such as A-scan display, high sensitivity, precise

measurement and through-coating thickness measurement, are available on the system. More

features such as multi-language menus, large data storage, computer communication, compact

design, as well as left & right handed operation, can be found on the unit. It is suitable for

ultrasound thickness measurement in machinery, chemistry, ship building, aeronautical and

aerospace industries.

Main features of the CTS-49 digital ultrasonic thickness gauge:

1) Small size —— The dimension of the whole unit is 105mm × 180 mm × 42mm (W×H×D).

2) 5-inch 800×480 pixels high-definition color TFT-LCD monitor, high-brightness LED backlight

(visible under sunlight).

3) Light weight —— The total weight of the unit (including battery) is 0.6kg only.

4) Low consumption ——a fully-recharged battery can support the system to work continuously

over 6 hours.

5) High performance ——It supports dual and single element probes, A-scan display, thru-

coating thickness measurement, auto-search measurement, velocity dynamic measurement,

and single/dual point correction functions.

6) Rich functions —— The Landscape/ Portrait screen display good for left/right handed

operation; microSD card holder and minUSB slave port for powerful data storage,

transmission and post-processing.

7) Easy operation —— Concise buttons, fast button switch between standard/ simple menu

interface, user-defined buttons for flexible setting, friendly interface, easy to read.

This Operation Manual contains the following chapters:

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Chapter 1 gives a brief introduction to the system.

Chapter 2 describes system menus and functional operation.

Chapter 3 describes general workflow and main points of system application, so as to facilitate

the users to operate the system quickly and conveniently.

Chapter 4 describes how to use peripheral devices, ports and accessories.

Chapter 5 describes operator training and system maintenance.

Appendix A describes how to identify system common failures and troubleshoot the problems.

Appendix B describes system main performance specifications.

Appendix C describes system submenus.

Appendix D describes available probe specification.

Appendix E describes differences between CTS-59 and CTS-49, and corresponding operation

methods.

Appendix F lists common material velocity.

To know system features and operation, as well as how to perform ultrasonic thickness

measurement with the system, please read this Operation Manual carefully before using the

system.

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Operation Cautions and Safety Guide

1) Please keep this Operation Manual and always operate the system by following the steps

and methods described in the Operation Manual.

2) Before operating the system, the operator shall have received formal training on

ultrasonic testing.

3) Do not try to dismantle and repair the system unless specifically described in the

Operation Manual.

4) The system warranty will be void if the fragile labels on specific positions are damaged.

5) Do not place the system in the place of moisture or near radiator, strong magnetic field or

heat source.

6) When the system is not in use for a long time, it should be powered up at lease once

every month.

7) Avoid collide any hard object against the display screen.

8) Do not use a damaged or worn-out power cable.

9) For cautions on using the battery, please refer to Chapter 4.

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Chapter 1 System

1.1 Appearance

Direction and
confirmation key

Power on/off / Standard/ simple


Shift/ step key interface switch key

User-defined Power/ charging


function key 1/2 indicator

Fig. 1-1 System Front View

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Battery fixing clip

Battery

Zero calibration block

Handle

Fig. 1-2 System Back View

Handle

Fig. 1-3 System Side View

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Probe Socket T

Probe Socket R

Fig. 1-4 System Top View

miniUSB port (slave)


I/O port (reserved)

microSD card DC Power In Socket


holder

Fig. 1-5 System Bottom View

1.2 Port and Socket

Table 1-1 Usage of Ports and Sockets

Name Usage

Compatible with LEMO00, for connecting to probes. T for


Probe Socket T, R
transmitting while R for receiving.
To be inserted with a microSD card, for storing measurement
microSD card holder
data sets.

miniUSB port Slave device, for connecting to a PC

For main unit power supply when connected to the external

DC Power In Socket power adapter (CD-92A), or charging the battery (DC-A004)

installed on the main unit.

I/O port Reserved

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1.3 Key

Table 1-2 Key Function Description

Key Key Name Function

To select menu, increase/ decrease value and switch


, , , Direction
option. Special function in simple menu interface.

To enter or exit a submenu, execute a function or


Confirm
confirm an item.

User-defined function key 1, which can be defined as

either AutoSearch (default) or WorkMode.


User-defined
User-defined function key 2, which can be defined as

Freeze/MeasVEL/SaveMeasData

Switch key between standard/ simple interface, for fast


Function
switch between standard/ simple menu.

Power on/off: Press and hold it briefly for about one

Power/ second to turn on/off the system.

Function Shift/ step key: To run coarse and fine adjustment/ shift/

step function subject to the operation.

Pressing the two keys at the same time to switch to the


+ Combination
waveform frozen/ unfrozen state in testing.

1.4 Menu

Please refer to Table 1-3 for the menu structure. For detailed menu description, see Appendix C.
Table 1-3 Menu Structure

Main Menu Submenu


CAL ProbeType
WorkMode
ProbeZero^
Vel^
CalOption
Ref1

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Main Menu Submenu


Ref2
CAL
GAStart
dB △

Table 1-3 Menu Structure (continued)

Main Menu Submenu


Range^
DisplayDelay^
dB △
AutoSearch
MaxSearchGain
FloatingGain
MEAS MeasMode
DiffRef
AVGNum
MeasVEL
THKValueRef^
LastReading

Table 1-3 Menu Structure (continued)

Main Menu Submenu

GAStart
GAWidth
GAThresh
GATE
GBStart
GBWidth
GBThresh

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Table 1-3 Menu Structure (continued)

Main Menu Submenu


MeasCount
Rectify
ScreenMode
F1-Function
F2-Function
Brightness
Color
Precision
CONF
Language
Unit
Date
Time
AutoPowerOff
Default
Update
About

Table 1-3 Menu Structure (continued)

Main Menu Submenu


StoreNum
FileName
Save
Recall
PARAM Delete
DeleteAll
ToSDCard
AllToSDCard
StoreCapability

Table 1-3 Menu Structure (continued)

Main Menu Submenu


DATA FileNum
FileName
FileFormat
Line
Column
Point

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Main Menu Submenu


Save
Recall
Delete
DeleteFile
DeleteAllFiles
StoreLocation
StoreCapability

Table 1-3 Menu Structure (continued)

Main Menu Submenu


MaxAlarmSW
MinAlarmSW
ALARM MaxAlarm
MinAlarm
BuzzerSW

【Note 1】: The submenu marked with ^ has coarse adjustment/ fine adjustment. The submenu

marked with ^ on the right indicates it is in fine adjustment, while the submenu with -

mark in coarse adjustment.

【Note 2】: The submenu marked with △ has step adjustment, and the number on the right of

the submenu with △ means the step value.

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1.5 Screen Interface

Portrait screen standard operation: Symbol and


information
Waveform prompt area
display area

Measurement
data area
Submenu
display area

Main menu
display area

Portrait screen simple operation:

Measurement
value
buffer area

Simple operation
menu area

Operation
prompt area

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Landscape screen standard operation:

Symbol and information prompt area


Main menu
display area

Measurement
data area
Submenu
display area
Waveform
display area

Landscape screen simple operation:


Measurement value
buffer area

Simple operation
menu area

Operation
prompt area

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1.6 Waveform Display Area

Measurement
point symbol
(standard operation)

Display range
start and end

1.7 Measurement Data Area

Coupling
symbol

1.8 Symbol and Information Prompt Area

See the figure below for the view of symbol and information prompt area. Whenever a
message shows, the prompt will overlay the symbol, or the symbol will always display if no
prompt message. See Table 1-4 for the description of symbols and parameters.

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Table 1-4 Description of Parameters and Symbols

Parameter & Symbol Description

Start AutoSearch or FloatingGain functions.

A: start AutoSearch function.

FA: start FloatingGain function of gate A.


A
FB: start FloatingGain function of gate B.

E: start EchoToEchoMode.

If no, the display is blank.

* Start Freeze function. If no, the display is blank.

Measurement mode, symbols for Standard/ Maximum/ Minimum/


STD/MAX/MIN/DIFF/AVG
Difference/ Average

2011-10-01 00:59 Date and time

5920m/s Current velocity

7.921us Current probe delay

/ Single/ Dual element probe type

WorkMode symbol, for normal/ through coating (or


/
EchoToEchoMode)

Alarm indicator. In alarm state, the color changes and the mark is

filled and flashing. In non-alarm state, it is hollow. On its right, H is for

over high limit alarm, and L is for over low limit alarm.

Battery capacity indicator.

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Chapter 2 System Operation

2.1 Power Supply

The power of this system can be supplied by either the battery (DC-A004) or the power adapter

(CD-92A):

a) Battery

Operation:

Install the battery according to 4.4.1 Battery Installation and Disassembly.

b) Adapter

Operation:

1) Insert the adapter AC power in plug in the AC socket (AC 100V~240V).

2) Insert the adapter DC power out plug in DC Power In Socket (DC-12V) at the bottom of

the system.

2.2 Power on

Operation:

Press Power Key to turn on the system, and the power indicator on the panel will turn

green. The system screen will display SIUI logo and the model. After initialization, it will go to

standard operation screen.

【Note 1】: The system power-up parameter settings are the same as those before the system

is powered off last time in normal state.

【Note 2】: If the system cannot be powered on, please refer to Appendix A Common Failures

and Troubleshooting.

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2.3 Power Off

Operation:

Press and hold Power Key for about two seconds, and the power-off screen will be

displayed and the system will be turned off.

【Note】: If the system cannot be powered off, please refer to Appendix A Common Failures and

Troubleshooting.

2.4 Operation Interface Selection

Press on the keypad to switch between the standard and simple menu interface.

2.5 Main Menu Selection

Provided that no submenu is selected (i.e. the submenu is highlighted in white), press or

to switch selecting the 7 main menus.

2.6 Submenu Selection

If not specified, the submenu shall be selected as below:

Operation in standard interface:

Press the direction key or to select the submenu. And the selected submenu is

highlighted in white. Press to enter the selected submenu, and the submenu is highlighted in

red. Then press the direction key or to adjust the submenu.

Operation in simple interface:

Press to enter the submenu, and the selected submenu is highlighted in red. Then press

or to change the menu value. Press or to select other submenu. Press again to

exit the submenu.

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2.7 Turning Page

1) Main menu turning page: Press or , when the main menu reaches the last menu of

the current page, it will jump to the first menu of the main menu page automatically.

2) Submenu turning page: Press or , when the submenu reaches the last menu of

the current page, it will jump to the first menu of the submenu page automatically.

2.8 Submenu Adjustment

If not specified, the submenu value or item shall be adjusted by following the steps below.

Operation:

1) Select the submenu to be adjusted. Please refer to 2.6 Submenu Selection.

2) Use the direction key or to increase/decrease submenu value or toggle among items.

【Note 1】: When adjusting submenu value, hold on the adjust key may speed up the value

increase/decrease.

【Note 2】: For submenu with status switch operation, a symbol is indicated on the right of the

submenu. Switch between the states by repeatedly pressing the key.

2.9 Shortcut Operation

1) User-defined key F1 and F2

Press the keypad or key to enable or disable the preset functions, and change the

F1 and F2 preset functions in the main menu setup.

2) In the simple operation interface, before entering the submenu, the direction key has the

shortcut operation function, and the user may follow the on-screen prompt to operate. After

pressing to enter the submenu, the direction key returns to its original submenu select or

value adjust function.

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2.10 Calibration Function

a) Standard Calibration

When WorkMode is Normal, go to the CAL main menu, select 1 Point or 2Points in CalOption.

I. 1 Point is for zero calibration only, generally a test block with known acoustic velocity and

thickness is used for calibration. Steps are as follows:

1) Set the thickness of Ref1.

2) Place the probe on the test block with the corresponding thickness.

3) Ensure that the coupling between the probe and the test block is good, adjust the gain,

range and gate A, and bring gate A to record the first echo of Ref1.

4) Go to CAL sub-menu, press to run calibration.

5) If the calibration is finished successfully, a prompt message will be displayed in the

information prompt area.

II. 2Points is for zero and velocity calibration. Usually two test blocks with known but different

thickness are used for calibration. Steps are as follows:

1) Set the thickness of Ref1 and Ref2.

2) Place the probe on the test block with the thickness of Ref1.

3) Ensure that the coupling between the probe and the test block is good, adjust the gain,

range and gate A, and bring gate A to record the first echo of Ref1.

4) Go to CAL sub-menu, press to confirm the measured value of Ref1.

5) Place the probe on the test block with the thickness of Ref2.

6) Ensure that the coupling between the probe and the test block is good, adjust the gain,

range and gate A, and bring gate A to record the first echo of Ref2.

7) Go to CAL sub-menu, press to confirm the measured value of Ref2 and run

calibration.

8) If the calibration is finished successfully, a prompt message will be displayed in the

information prompt area.

b) Fast Zero Calibration

When WorkMode is Normal, press to enter the simple operation interface. Here are the

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zero calibration steps:

1) Adjust the waveform and the gate, and bring gate A to record the first echo of the test

block on the system.

2) Press to run zero calibration.

【Note 1】: Calibration can only be performed when WorkMode is Normal. When performing

the above calibration, use AutoSearch for quick adjustment, if necessary turn off AutoSearch for

manual precise adjustment.

【Note 2】: Quick zero calibration should be performed on the test block on the system.

When calibration is finished, you may begin to measure. See Chapter 3 for General thickness

measurement workflow.

2.11 AutoSearch and FloatingGain Functions

2.11.1 AutoSearch
When using dual-element probe , with this function quick waveform search and adjustment can

be carried out subject to waveform signals received. The AutoSearch function provides a shortcut

for quick system adjustment and then performs measurement based on the waveform signals of

the measured thickness. Such function includes: adjusting DisplayDelay, Range, Gain and gate

measurement. However, AutoSearch cannot replace manual adjustment completely, which is also

subject to probe selection, as well as material, thickness and surface status of work piece. If

AutoSearch function can not achieve proper capture for measurement, please turn off the

AutoSearch function, but adjust manually for measurement.

Operation:

When using dual-element probe, turn on the AutoSearch function in the MEAS main menu, or

press (provided is defined as AutoSearch) to activate the function.

When WorkMode is Normal, through search by the software, bring gate A to record the first echo,

and increase autogain of the first peak of the echo to 80%.

When WorkMode is Thru-Coating, through search by the software, bring gate A to record the

first echo, and increase the autogain of the max. Echo peak to 80%, and gate B will auto record

the second echo.

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【Note】:

1. When using single-element probe, AutoSearch function in Normal and Through-Coating

work modes can only have gain automatic adjustment within gate A.

2. When EchoToEchoMode is selected, the AutoSearch function is disabled. The gain

automatic adjustment can only work by FloatingGain function.

3. The AutoSearch function is default to auto search continuously after bootup. It can be

set to auto search once, that is to run auto search once only upon each bootup. Select

AutoSearch from the main menu MEAS, press the shift button ,and toggle

between Continue and One. Press or to switch between start or stop.

2.11. 2 FloatingGain

When FloatingGain is on, gate A or gate B can perform FloatingGain function (only for Thru-

Coating mode and EchoToEchoMode). When WorkMode is Normal, the system will

automatically bring the first wave peak amplitude within gate A to 80% height. When

WorkMode is Thru-Coating mode or EchoToEchoMode, the system will automatically bring

the highest wave peak amplitude within selected gate to 80% height.

This function can not be activated with AutoSearch function at the same time.

【Note】: When AutoSearch or FloatingGain is on, the maximum value of self-adjusting gain

is limited by the MaxSearchGain. By adjusting this set value, users can define the

maximum value of self-adjusting gain. If this value is set too high, it may search the

clutter signal. If this value is set too low, it may not search the desired signal. Specific

settings need to be adjusted based on factors such as probe and workpiece.

2.12 WorkMode

There are three work modes for selection: Normal, Thru-Coating and EchoToEchoMode.

a) When WorkMode is Normal, the measurement reading is the measurement value

between the display zero and the zero-crossing before the first peak higher than

GAThresh (the position is auto tracked by the small upside down triangular symbol). See

Fig. a below.

b) When WorkMode is Thru-Coating, the measurement reading is the measurement value

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between the zero-crossing before the highest peak higher than GAThresh (the position

is auto tracked by the small upside down triangular symbol) and the zero-crossing

before the highest peak higher than GBThresh. See Fig. b as below.

c) When WorkMode is EchoToEchoMode, the measurement reading is the measurement

value between the zero-crossing before the highest peak higher than GAThresh (the

position is auto tracked by the small upside down triangular symbol) and the zero-

crossing before the highest peak higher than GBThresh. See Fig. c as below.

In EchoToEchoMode, gate A is the triggered gate. Adjust gate A to hitch the first bottom

wave (It is neccessary to make sure that the measuring position within the gate is the

correct highest wave peak position of the first bottom beam. It can be judged by

adjusting gate start, gate width and the small upside down triangular symbol.) The

system will automatically move the GBStart in proportion to make gate B cover the

second bottom wave based on the highest peak position within gate A. The difference

between highest peak within gate B and gate A is the thickness of Echo to Echo (It is

necessary to make sure that the measuring position within the gate B is the correct

highest wave peak position of the second bottom beam. It can be judged by adjusting

GBWidth and the small upside down triangular symbol. ).

EchoToEchoMode is suitable for quick measurement of different thickness by B1-B2.

When it is necessary to arbitrarily adjust two gate positions to have manual

measurement, please use Thru-Coating mode to adjust the start and width of both gates

and measure required Bm-Bn (e.g. B2-B3, or B3-B4) value.

When WorkMode is Normal

zero-crossing
before peak

peak of measurement point

(a)

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When WorkMode is Thru-Coating

Peak symbol of
Zero-crossing before
thickness measurement
peak of measurement
end under coating

Peak symbol of Zero-crossing before peak


thickness measurement of measurement end
start under coating

(b)

When WorkMode is EchoToEchoMode


Zero-crossing
Peak symbol of
before peak of
beam measurement point
beam measurement
of the second wave

Zero-crossing before
Peak symbol of peak of beam
beam measurement point measurement point of
of the first wave the second wave

(C)

【Note】:

1. Adjust the measured waveform amplitude or gate based on the measurement

requirements above, and enable the signal at the measured position higher than gate

thresh, so as to ensure correct measurement. In case AutoSearch or FloatingGain

function does not work, disable auto functions and adjust manually.

2. When Rectify is set at RF, the default GAThresh is minus, i.e. measuring the negative

signal of waveform (below the baseline).The measurement value is corresponding to the

first peak of negative signal higher than GAThresh. The zero-crossing before the peak is

stable, which is good for stable display of measurement value. When GAThresh is set as

positive, i.e. measuring the positive signal of waveform (above the baseline), the

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measurement value is corresponding to the first peak of positive signal higher than

GAThresh. The zero-crossing before the peak, influenced by baseline noise, is bad in

stability, which is not good for stable display of measurement value.

3. Rectify is recommended to be set as RF (at the same time, set GAThresh as minus) or

Negative, so as to get the most stable measurement value display.

2.13 Velocity Measurement

Use this function to measure velocity of workpiece, provided that the thickness of the workpiece is

known.

Operation:

1) Go to Meas main menu.

2) Set up THKValueRef.

3) Turn on the submenu MeasVEL.

4) Place the probe on the test block with thickness corresponding to THKValueRef.

Ensure that the coupling is good and the gate has recorded the echo.

5) The data displayed in the measurement display area is the velocity value.

2.14 PARAM Storage

PARAM storage includes saving all menu setup, waveforms and measurement values. Up to 100

parameter sets can be saved. This function is also for saving user-defined probe parameter

setting or special testing status. The parameter sets are only saved in main unit and the current or

all parameter sets can be transferred to SD card in the microSD card holder.

In FileName submenu, the file name can be inputted from the virtual keyboard. The created file

name will be corresponded with StoreNum. Only FileNum with created FileName can be stored.

2.14.1 Save

1) Select StoreNum, and select the store set number without the sign . The

StoreNum with means the set number has been saved with data.

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2) Go to FileName, press , , , to select characters and press to confirm the

selected character. Press to delete and backspace one character.

3) Press to confirm the inputted FileName. Press to cancel the input and exit

the FileName input screen.

4) Enable Save function.

5) If the save operation is finished, the information prompt area will prompt Completed.

2.14.2 Recall

1) Select the StoreNum with a .

2) Enable Recall function, and recall all the menu setup and waveforms, and the system

is frozen. Unfreeze to quit recall.

2.14.3 Delete

1) Select the StoreNum with a .

2) Turn on Delete. The file of the selected StoreNum is deleted, and the mark

disappears.

2.15 DATA Storage

DATA Storage includes saving all menu setup, waveforms and measurement values. The

difference from PARAM (parameter sets) is the storage structure, and the storage content is

saved in files. In each file, the user may save the data with certain common features, and each

data set has its multiple data format. Data sets can be saved in main unit or SD card. Before

storage, please confirm the storage location (Local/SDCard) .

In FileName submenu, the file name can be inputted from the virtual keyboard. The created file

name will be corresponded with StoreNum. Only FileNum with created FileName can be stored.

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2.15.1 Save

To save to system disk.

1) Go to FileName. Press , , or to select the character, and then press

to confirm it. Press to delete and backspace one character.

2) Press to confirm the inputted file name. Press to cancel the inputted and

exit the FileName input screen.


3) Go to FileFormat, and select 1D,2D or 3D.

4) Select Line, Column or Point with mark. While mark means that data has

been saved at this location, and no additional storage is allowed. The actual storage

capability for Line, Column or Point is related with the rest storage capability.

5) Turn on Save. If the save operation is finished, the information prompt area will prompt

Completed.

【Note 1】: If the file name for the file number already exists, changing the file name is

equivalent to file rename, with the file content remains unchanged.

【Note 2】: Up to 8 characters only (including spaces) can be inputted as the file name. If the file

name is longer than 8 characters, the last character will be replaced with a new character.

【Note 3】: If the file is already saved with data, it is not allowed to change the file format.

【Note 4】: Only Line can be selected for 1D format; Line and Column can be selected for 2D

format; Line, Column or Point can be selected for 3D format. The options not selectable are

displayed with *.

【Note 5】: The actual file number that can be created is related with the rest storage capability.

2.15.2 Recall

1) Select FileNum.

2) Select Line, Column or Point with mark.

3) Enable Recall function, and recall all the menu setup and waveforms corresponding with

the measured location, and the system is frozen. Unfreeze and the system will refresh

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the setup with the recalled menu setup as the current system setup.

2.15.3 Delete

a) Delete Current File Storage Location Data

1) Select FileNum.

2) Select the data location with a .

3) Turn on Delete. The location content of the selected FileNum is deleted, and the

mark disappears.

b) Delete Current File All Storage Location Data

1) Select FileNum.

2) Turn on DeleteFile, and all storage location data for the current file will be deleted.

c) Delete All File Alll Storage Location Data

1) Select FileNum.

2) Select DeleteAllFiles, and all storage location data for all files t will be deleted.

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Chapter 3 Application of Thickness Measurement

3.1 General Work Flow

Fig. 3-1 General Work Flow


The general work flow of thickness measurement on the system is as shown in Fig. 3-1 in

Normal mode.

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3.2 Application Keynote of Thickness Measurement

For most materials, such as carbon steel, etc., the general workflow above is practical and

effective. On how to use the system, operation of calibration and auto search function in particular,

please see Chapter 2 System Operation.

When testing a thickness close to the critical measurement range, the auto-search function

sometimes needs manual adjustment and decision by the operator, so as to ensure accurate

measurement. While for coarse-grained, high-attenuation material (such as ductile iron), special

composite material and multi-layer material, please adjust manually for measurement. It would be

important that the operator has certain ultrasound theory and testing knowledge.

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Chapter 4 Peripheral Devices, Ports and Accessories

4.1 Probe Socket

The probe sockets of the system are compatible to LEMO00 standard connectors. When testing

with the system, use the cable configured with the system or a cable of the same type to connect

to a proper probe.

For testing with one single-element probe, either probe socket (in internal parallel connection) can

be used. While for testing with a dual (TR) probe, connect one end to the transmitting socket T

and the other end to the receiving socket R.

4.2 MiniUSB Port

4.2.1 Connect to a PC

Operation:

1) With the system turned on, connect one end of the communication cable to the miniUSB port

of the system, and the other end to the USB port of a power-up PC.

2) Upon successful connection, the PC software gives a prompt message.

4.2.2 Disconnect from a PC

Remove the USB cable from the miniUSB port of the system directly.

4.3 MicroSD Card Holder

4.3.1 Insert microSD card

Insert the microSD card in the correction direction to the microSD card holder on the system,

push it in till a sound is heard when it reaches the fixing device in the card holder. Restart the

system, and the microSD card will get ready. Now the user may perform data storage or software

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update.

4.3.2 Remove microSD card

Turn off the system, push the microSD card into the system, release it only when a sound is

heard from the fixing device in the card holder. Now the microSD card comes out, and you may

remove it.

4.4 Battery

4.4.1 Battery Installation and Removal

Follow the below operation procedure to install the battery (DC-A004):

1) Align the positioning device at the bottom of the battery to the bottom of the system.

2) Insert the battery, push the battery in place, and press the battery against the back of the

system. Fix the battery fixing clip.

Follow the operation procedure to remove the battery:

1) Press the battery fixing clip downward and pull it away from the system back, so as to detach

the battery from the fixing clip of the system.

2) Take out the battery upwards.

4.4.2 Charging the Battery

Operation:
1) Insert the adapter (CD-92A) power plug into the AC socket (AC 100V~240V).

2) Insert the DC Out plug of the adapter in the main unit power in socket. If the battery is

installed in the main unit, the power/ charging indicator at the bottom of the main unit keypad

will be on (in red) for recharge.

3) When the power/ charging indicator turns green, it means the recharge is finished. Usually it

takes 6 hours for one full recharge (with the battery in the system).

4) Disconnect the power adapter from AC power supply and the main unit.

【Note】:

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1) The system supports recharge while it is in operation. However, it is not recommended to

keeyp on such operating state frequently. Because when the battery is fully discharged and

starts recharge, the load on the power adapter is big and the heat is obvious, and the

recharge while in operation will keep the main unit at a nearly full load state, which is not

good for its operating life.

2) When the battery is recharged while in operation, the power/ charging indicator at the bottom

of the system keypad will be always on (in green).

3) When the battery is charging, if the power adapter indicator flashes between red and green

briefly, it is normal.

4.4.3 Using the Battery

The battery capacity indicator is shown on the top right of symbol information area. More

occupied boxes mean higher power capacity. When the battery box indicator is blank and has a

red frame, it means that the battery power is running out, and you should recharge or replace the

battery in time. A new DC-A004 battery, if fully charged, may work continuously over 6 hours.

【Note】: When the battery power is very low, to avoid battery over-discharge, the system will be

turned off automatically.

4.4.4 Battery Maintenance

The capacity and the service life of the rechargeable battery depend on whether the battery is

used properly. Please recharge the battery (DC-A004) through the system main unit with the

configured power adapter (CD-92A). On how to recharge the battery, please refer to 4.4.2

Charging the Battery.

In the following cases, the battery shall be charged:

1) Before using the battery for the first time;

2) If the battery is stored for or over 3 months;

3) After frequent discharge.

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4.4.5 Airlift Requirements for battery

a) For air transporting the system, the battery should be put in the system and placed in the

unchecked baggage. For shipping, insulating terminals of the battery and placing the

battery inside the system. (although switch of the system prevents unintentional activation );

b) For air transporting the battery, be sure to insulate terminals of the battery (such as placing

single battery in a separate plastic bag or protective case to prevent short circuit) and put

battery in the unchecked baggage.

【Note】: Battery matching this system has passed the test required in the section 38.3 of

Part III of UN Manual of Tests and Criteria. If you have any questions, please

contact local aviation authorities for further guidance.

4.4.6 Cautions on using the battery:

1) When the system is being operated with an adapter or the battery is being recharged,

please connect with stable and reliable mains power supply (AC 100V~240V,

50Hz~60Hz);

2) The system battery can only be recharged with the adapter in the method specified.

3) Please recharge the system battery in a cool and ventilated room, otherwise, the battery

charging effect might be affected.

4) When the system is not in use for a long time, the battery should be recharged and

discharged at least once every three months.

5) During storage or transportation, the battery shall be stored with half capacity, i.e. its

voltage shall be 7.2V~7.7V, so as to avoid any gas generated or gas inflation.

6) When system battery comes to the end of its service life, in order to avoid environmental

pollution, do not discard, break or crush the battery at will. Please dispose it properly

according to applicable laws and regulations or national standards.

7) It is prohibited to throw the battery into fire, so as to avoid explosion or producing toxic

chemicals.

8) Do not charge the battery near fire source or in extremely hot environment.

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9) It is prohibited to make electric conductor contact battery pole plate, so as to avoid short

circuit.

10) Keep the battery from moisture and never throw it into water.

11) Do not store the battery in the temperature higher than 60℃ or lower than -20℃;

12) Do not use the battery if it is in peculiar smelling, heats, distortion, changed color or any

other abnormity.

4.5 Power Adapter

The system configured power adapter (CD-92A) may serve for power supply of system operation,

or charging the battery through the system.

Cautions on using the adapter:


1) Do not use the adapter on a plug-loosen socket.

2) Do remember that the total load of the adapter plugged into the socket shall not exceed

its rated load.

4.6 Fast Charger CD-B010 (Option)

When the battery DC-A004 is removed from the main unit, you may charge the battery outside of

the system with the fast charger CD-B010. A complete recharge takes about 3 hours.

Operation:

1) Insert the power plug of the adapter CD-92A to the AC outlet (AC 100V ~ 240V).

2) Insert the DC power out plug of the adapter to the power in socket (DC 12V) of the fast

charger CD-B010. Then insert the charge output plug of CD-B010 to the charge input

socket of the battery. Now the charger power / charge indicator is red, which means

charging.

3) When the CD-B010 charger power / charge indicator turns green, it means charging is

finished. A full charge usually takes about 3 hours.

4) When charging is finished, disconnect the power adapter from the AC power and the

charger. Unplug the CD-B010 charge output plug connected to the battery DC-A004.

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【Note】:

1. If the configured car charging cable is in use, that is one end of the cable is connected to

the car power supply (DC 12V) socket, and the other end to the power in socket (DC 12V) of

the fast charger CD-B010, such connection is an alternative to the adapter CD-92A. You may

charge the DC-A004 battery on the car.

2. In the charging process, you may feel the obvious heat from the housing of the charger,

which is normal. When charging the battery, please keep the CD-B010 charger in a well-

ventilated place, away from flammable and explosive materials.

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Chapter 5 Training, System Maintenance and Service

5.1 Training

To ensure a safe and proper operation, the operator shall receive appropriate training on

ultrasound testing, and read this operation instruction before operating this system. The lack of

relevant knowledge on ultrasound testing may lead to unpredictable wrong testing results.

Therefore, to acquire information on ultrasonic testing training and qualification, please contact

relevant NDT societies, organizations or SIUI.

5.2 System Maintenance

Please use the factory configured accessories and options, such as the probe cable and the

communication cable. Incompatible cables may result in system internal circuit failure or external

connector damage. DO NOT drop any liquid into the system.

The system housing, glass panel and other parts can be cleaned with a piece of cloth soaked

with a little water or neutral household cleanser.

【Note】: DO NOT use any solvent to clean the system. The plastic parts may be damaged or

become fragile if being cleaned with solvent.

5.3 Service

The system adopts the latest technologies and is made of high quality components. The process

inspection, the in-process testing and the quality management system are all certified by

ISO9001, ensuring that the system performance is optimized.

SIUI provide 2 years’ warranty for the system main unit. In case any failure is found in the system,

please shut off the system and take out the battery. Contact SIUI service department whenever it

is necessary to repair or recalibrate the system. The warranty does not cover any unauthorized

repair or disassembly.

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Under the following situations, the safe operation of the system is not ensured:

1) The system is obviously damaged (with abnormal display or internal sound).

2) The system is stored in adverse environment for a long time (e.g. abnormal temperature or

high humidity, or erosive condition).

3) Severe fall-down or pressure during transportation.

【Note】: Before transportation, the system shall be packed to meet the requirements of

shockproof, waterproof and humidity-proof, in order to avoid system damage due to

rain, snow, mechanical collision or strong shock.

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Appendix A Common Failures and Troubleshooting

A.1 The system cannot power on

a) If the power supply is from the battery:

1) Try to replace the battery with full capacity if the capacity is low.

2) Change the power supply to the adapter.

b) If the power supply is from the adapter:

1) Check if the system is connected to the adapter plug, or if the plug comes loose.

2) Check if the adapter indicator indicates the adapter works properly.

3) If the battery is not used on the system, try to use the system with a fully

charged battery.

c) If the failure still exists after trying the solutions above, please contact the distributor or

SIUI.

A.2 The system cannot power off

a) Long press the power key for 3 seconds to force the system shutdown.

b) If force shutdown fails, unplug the adapter or remove the battery to cut off power

supply. Reboot the system to see whether it is in normal operation. If not, try to contact

the distributor or SIUI for repair as soon as possible.

A.3 Cannot charge

a) Check if the plug connection of the adapter is good or not.

b) Check if the indicator of the power adapter indicates normal operation.

A.4 No Echo

a) Check if ProbeType is set up properly. If it is set Dual but connected to a single-

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element probe, or the vice versa.

b) Check if the probe cable is in bad contact. Try to replace another probe cable.

c) Check if the configurations such as gain, range, delay and zero are correct.

d) Set the system at Default, connect a standard configured probe, and start the

AutoSearch function. Couple the probe on the test block of the system. If echoes are

displayed, the failure is due to improper setting.

e) If the failure still exists after trying the solutions above, please contact the distributor or

SIUI.

A.5 Abnormal error of thickness measurement reading

a) Check if ProbeType and WorkMode are set up properly.

b) Check if velocity or zero is calibrated.

c) Check if gain and gate are set up properly, such as the gate does not record the echo

to be measured, or the measurement point is not found properly due to AutoSearch

function, which can be corrected with manual adjustment.

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Appendix B Specifications

Table B-1 Specifications

No. Item Specifications and Configuration

1 Display 800×480 pixels, 5” high-resolution color TFT-LCD monitor, with


Screen high-brightness LED backlight (visible under sunlight)
2 Standard (R-B1, transmit pulse to the first echo);
Measurement Thru-coating measurement or EchoToEchoMode measurement
Mode (B1-B2, or Bm-Bn);
All measurements using Zero Crossing.
3 Measurement 0.5~600mm (subject to probe, material, temperature and selected
Range configuration)
4 Display
0.01mm / 0.1mm (0.001in / 0.01in)
Resolution
5 Dual-element delay type(with probe cable):
TG5-10L (standard configuration)
TG7.5-6L
TG5-10HL
TG2-12L
TG5-6L
TG5-8L
Single-element delay type :
TG5-6DL
Compatible
TG7.5-6DL
Probes
TG10-6DL
TG7.5-3DMD
TG10-3DMD
TG15-3DMD
Single-element contact type:
TG0.5-25NL
TG0.5-30NL
TG1-20NL
TG2.5-20NL
6 Velocity Range 400~15000 m/s
7 Gain 0-110dB manually adjustable/auto (for auto-search or floating gain)
8 Off/On: With this function activated, proper display range and gain
Auto Search can be adjusted automatically based on the measured waveform
echo, which improves measurement efficiency.

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No. Item Specifications and Configuration

9 A -scan Rectify RF /Full/Positive/Negative


10 Negative square wave transmission, with pulse-width and voltage
Pulser
auto matching the probe
11 Measurement
4/8/16/32
times
12 When using the standard configured probe (TG5-10L) :
0.80mm ~ 9.99mm ± 0.05mm
Display Error 10.00mm ~ 99.99mm ± (1‰H + 0.04)mm
100.0mm ~400.0mm ± 3‰H mm
【Note】: H is thickness of the detected material.
13 Tube Wall
With a configured probe, it can measure steel tube with diameter
Thickness
not less than 20mm and wall thickness not less than 2.0mm
Measurement
14 a.Fast zero point calibration with the built-in test block.
Calibration
b.User-defined calibration (1 point/ 2 points calibration)
15 Measurement
STD/MAX/MIN/DIFF/AVG
Function
16 Interface Mode Standard /Simple menu measurement interface
17 Other Velocity dynamic measurement, measurement value over-limit
Functions symbol, sound alarm and freeze function.
18 Portrait /
Portrait /Landscape screen/ auto (gravity-sensing auto switch),
Landscape
suitable for left/ right handed operation
Screen
Main Unit Storage:
Max. 10,000 sets of measurement data (including measurement
value, parameter setup and waveform data. Three file formats
Storage available for different applications);
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Function Up to 100 sets of parameter file data (such as measurement value ,
parameter setup and waveform data)
MicroSD card:
Max. 40,000 sets of measurement data.
The data can be stored to a micro SD card and transferred to a PC
Data
20 via a card reader;
Transmission
It can also be transferred to a PC via the miniUSB port.
21 Measure Unit inch/mm

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No. Item Specifications and Configuration

English/ French/ Spanish/ Portuguese/Polish/German/Chinese/


22 Language
Russian
23 Auto Shutoff Off/2/5/10/20/30 minutes for selection
Operation
24 -10~45℃
Temperature
a. DC 12V power adapter
25 Power Supply
b. ≥6hours’ operation with 7.4V rechargeable lithium battery set
a. With battery in the system: approx. 6 hours
Battery
26 b. With external fast charger (CD-B010 charger, option): approx. 3
Charge Time
hours
Dimension & 105 mm × 180 mm × 42 mm (W×H×D)
27
Weight Approx. 600g (including battery)
MiniUSB, micro SD card holder, DC-IN (DC12V input)
28 Main Unit Port
LEMO 00 compliant (T/R)

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Appendix C Submenu Default Value and Range or Option

Table C-1 Submenu Default Value and Range or Option

Main Adjustable range


Submenu Unit Default Remark
Menu or option
To select probe type,
and the probe setup will
be the last probe setup.
Dual-element delay Select Default will
type(with probe restore probe(in
cable): addition to
TG5-10L (standard custom1~custom10)
configuration) setup for all the probes
TG7.5-6L to their factory setting.
TG5-10HL
TG2-12L The last 10 items in the
TG5-6L probe type list are user-
TG5-8L defined probes (default
names:
Single-element custom1~custom10).
delay type : Based on the selection
CAL ProbeType TG5-10L
TG5-6DL of factory built-in probe
TG7.5-6DL parameters (i.e. for the
TG10-6DL current selected probe),
TG7.5-3DMD the probe parameters
TG10-3DMD can be adjusted
TG15-3DMD according to the user
probe actual state (e.g.
Single-element probe delay, test state,
contact type: dual probe V-path
TG0.5-25NL correction) and saved.
TG0.5-30NL The user-defined probe
TG1-20NL names can be revised.
TG2.5-20NL
Operate by following
the screen prompt.

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Main Adjustable range


Submenu Unit Default Remark
Menu or option
Normal is to use single
gate measurement, and
the measurement
reading is the
measurement value
between the display
zero and the first peak
higher than GAThresh;
Thru-Coating and
Normal/ EchoToEchoMode are
WorkMode Normal Thru-Coating/ to use dual gate
EchoToEcho measurement, and the
measurement reading
is the measurement
value between the
highest peak higher
than GAThresh and the
highest peak higher
than GBThresh. See
section 2.12 WorkMode
for details.
ProbeZero^ us 7.930 0~200
Vel^ m/s 5920 400~15000
select 1 Point or
CalOption 1 Point 1 Point /2Points
2Points
Set the thickness of
Ref1 mm 4 0.1~1000.
Ref1
Set the thickness of
Ref2 mm 8 0.1~1000
Ref2
To run calibration, and
CAL 0 0/1/2 the number means
operation steps
GAStart 5% 0%~120%
Gain adjustment, and
dB △ db 45 0~110 the step value can be
changed.

MEAS Range^ mm 25 10~1000


DisplayDelay^ mm 0 0~500

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Main Adjustable range


Submenu Unit Default Remark
Menu or option
Gain adjustment, and
dB △ db 45 0~110 the step value can be
changed.
The AutoSearch
function is default to
auto search
continuously after
bootup. It can be set to
auto search once, that
is to run auto search
once only upon each
bootup. Select
off (Continue)/ AutoSearch, press
on (Continue)/
off shift button ,and
AutoSearch off (One)/
(Continue)
on (One) toggle between
Continue and One.

Press or to
switch between start or
stop.
In EchoToEchoMode,
the AutoSearch function
is restricted. It is
recommended to use
FloatingGain.
In AutoSearch or
FloatingGain, the user
can limit the maximum
of the automatic
adjustment gain. If this
value is set too high, it
may search the clutter
MaxSearchGain db 78 0~110 signal. If this value is
set too low, it may not
search the desired
signal. Specific settings
need to be adjusted
based on factors such
as probe and
workpiece.

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Main Adjustable range


Submenu Unit Default Remark
Menu or option
When FloatingGain is
on, the user can
automatically adjust the
gain based on GA or
GB (only in Thru-
Coating/
EchoToEchoMode). In
Normal mode, the
system automatically
brings the first wave
peak amplitude within
GA to 80% height. If it
FloatingGain off off/GA/GB
is in Thru-Coating and
EchoToEchoMode, the
system will
automatically bring the
highest wave peak
amplitude within
selected gate to 80%
height.
This function can not be
activated with
AutoSearch function at
the same time.
To select measurement
mode of Standard/
Maximum/ Minimum/
Difference/ Average.

If MAX/MIN is selected,
the interruption of probe
STD/MAX/MIN/ coupling less than 4
MeasMode STD
DIFF/AVG seconds is ignored.
Only when the
interruption of probe
coupling is more than 4
seconds, a new scan
will be started to
capture the maximum
/minimum value.

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Main Adjustable range


Submenu Unit Default Remark
Menu or option
If DIFF is selected, the
measurement is the
DiffRef mm 4 0.1~1000 actual measurement
minus the difference
reference value.
If AVG is selected, the
measurement is the
AVGNum 2 2~9
average measurement
of such number.
To enable MeasVEL,
MeasVEL off off/on and the measurement
result is the velocity.
When measuring
velocity, THKValueRef
THKValueRef^ mm 4 4~500
needs to be set up
properly.

To set up whether to
maintain the last
reading or show blank
LastReading Blank(---) Hold/Blank(---)
in the measurement
display column if no
coupling signal.

GAStart 5% 0%~120%
GAWidth 85% 4%~120%
60%/-60 0~90%/-10%~90%
GAThresh
(RF wave) (RF wave)
GATE GBStart 30% 0%~120%
GBWidth 85% 4%~120%
65%/-65 0~90%/-10%~90%
GBThresh
(RF wave) (RF wave)

Refresh rate of
CONF MeasCount Hz 16 4/8/16/32
measurement reading

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Main Adjustable range


Submenu Unit Default Remark
Menu or option
The default is RF. It is
recommended to use
RF (with gate thresh set
RF/Positive/ at minus) or Negative
Rectify RF
Negative/Full for testing, so as to
achieve the most stable
display of measurement
value. See 2.11.
Portrait / Landscape
ScreenMode Portrait 0°/ Landscape
180°/Auto
AutoSearch/ User defined F1
F1-Function AutoSearch
WorkMode function key
Freeze/MeasVEL/
F2-Function Freeze
SaveMeasData
Every time when the
system starts, the
default brightness is 5,
which can be changed
but not saved when
Brightness 5 1~10 poweroff. If the screen
has been in operation
at the high brightness,
the battery operation
time decreases
accordingly.
Color 1 1~2
01mm/.001in/ To select display
Precision .0mm/.001in
.1mm/.01in precision.
Chinese(CN)/
English(EN)/ French
(FR) /
Spanish(SPA)/
Language (语言) EN(英文) Portuguese(PT)/
Polish(PL)/
German(DEU)/
Russian(RU)
Czechic (CZ)
Unit mm mm/inch

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Main Adjustable range


Submenu Unit Default Remark
Menu or option
Go to the submenu,
Date and use the direction
key to change the date.
Go to the submenu,
Time and use the direction
key to change the time.
The poweroff
countdown starts when
no coupling signal and
no button operation is
carried out. When the
countdown reaches half
off/2min/5min/10min
AutoPowerOff off of the time setting, the
/20min/30min
screen brightness
decreases to the
minimum, and the
software will shut off
the system when time
is out.
To restore the menu to
factory setup, including
all the probe setup. The
Default off off/on operation does not
affect the saved
parameter sets and
data sets.
DO NOT power down
Update off off/on the system in software
update!
System version
About off off/on
information
StoreNum 1 1~100

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Main Adjustable range


Submenu Unit Default Remark
Menu or option
PARAM In FileName submenu,
file name can be input
with the virtual
keyboard. The created
file name will be
FileName
corresponded with
StoreNum. Only
FileNum with created
FileName can be
stored.
To save all the menu
setup and the current
waveform data.
Save off off/on Parameter sets can be
saved and recalled as
user-defined probe
parameter file.
To recall the saved
Recall off off/on menu setup and
waveform data
Delete current
Delete off off/on
parameter file.
Delete all parameter
DeleteAll off off/on
files.
Save current parameter
To SDCard off Off/on
file to SD card.
Save all current
AllToSDCard off Off/on parameter files to SD
card.
Check current storage
StoreCapability off Off/on
capability.
Select FileNum, and
the file name will be
renewed. The actual
DATA FileNum 1 1~100
FileNum value is
related with the rest
storage capability.

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Main Adjustable range


Submenu Unit Default Remark
Menu or option
Enter the submenu,
and input the file name
from the virtual
keyboard. The created
file name will be
FileName ~ ~
corresponded with
StoreNum. Only
FileNum with created
FileName can be
stored.
File format of the data
FileFormat 1D/2D/3D
saved
Line 1 1~200 Adjustable range. The
Column 1 1~200 actual storage
capability for Line,
Column or Point is
Point 1 1~200
related with the rest
storage capability.
To save valid measure
Save off off/on data to designated
storage location
To recall and display
Recall
measure data
To delete the current
Delete off off/on
data
To delete all data of the
DeleteFile off off/on
current file
To delete all data of all
DeleteAllFiles off off/on
files.
Local/SDCard
StorageLocation local

Check the current


StorageCapability
storage capability
MaxAlarmSW off off/on
MinAlarmSW off off/on
To set up the maximum
ALARM MaxAlarm mm 5 3~1000
alarm threshold.
MinAlarm mm 3 3~1000
BuzzerSW off off/on Alarm buzzer switch

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Appendix D Available Probes Specification


Measurement
Range
(Having
Application
Frequen Crystal Contact measurement
Probe Type Type Remark
cy Diameter Diameter on 45# steel in
Normal mode
without special
instruction)
Dual-element delay type
TG5-10L 5MHz Dual-element 10mm 11.8mm 0.8~400mm
With probe
delay type,
cable
standard,
commonly
use
TG7.5-6L 7.5MHz Dual-element 6mm 9mm 0.8~100mm
With probe
delay type,
cable
standard, thin
plate
TG2-12L 2MHz Dual-element 12mm 16mm Steel:
With probe
delay type, 3~600mm
cable
high Nodular cast
penetration
Iron:
3~40mm
TG5-10HL 5MHz Dual-element 10mm 12mm 3~300mm
With probe
delay type
cable
High
temperature:
200°C
TG5-6L 5MHz Dual-element 6mm 10mm 0.8~200mm
With probe
delay type,
cable
standard

TG5-8L 5MHz Dual-element 8mm 10mm 0.8~300mm


With probe
delay type,
cable
standard

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Single-element delay type

TG5-6DL 5MHz Single- 6mm 8.2mm Standard:


Delay line
element 1~20mm
probe
delay type,
without
thin plate Thru-Coating
probe
(Bm-Bn):
cable
0.5~10mm

TG7.5-6DL 7.5MHz Single- 6mm 8.2mm Standard:


Delay line
element 1~15mm
probe
delay type,
without
thin plate Thru-Coating
probe
(Bm-Bn):
cable
0.5~8mm

TG10-6DL 10MHz Single- 6mm 8.2mm Standard:


Delay line
element 0.8~15mm
probe
delay type,
without
thin plate Thru-Coating
probe
(Bm-Bn):
cable
0.5~8mm

TG7.5-3DMD 7.5MHz Single- 3mm 4mm Standard:


Delay line
element 1~10mm
probe
delay type,
without
thin plate Thru-Coating
probe
(Bm-Bn):
cable
0.5~5mm

TG10-3DMD 10MHz Single- 3mm 4mm Standard:


Delay line
element 0.8~10mm
probe
delay type,
without
thin plate Thru-Coating
probe
(Bm-Bn):
cable
0.5~5mm

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TG15-3DMD 15MHz Single- 3mm 4mm Standard:


Delay line
element 0.8~12mm
probe
delay type,
without
thin plate Thru-Coating
probe
(Bm-Bn):
cable
0.4~6mm

Single-element contact type

TG0.5-25NL 0.5MHz Single- 25mm 28mm Steel:


Without
element 10~600mm
probe
contact type,
cable
Low Nodular cast
frequency iron:
application 10~50mm

TG0.5-30NL 0.5MHz Single- 30mm 36mm Steel:


Without
element 10~600mm
probe
contact type,
cable
Low Nodular cast
frequency iron:
application 10~80mm

TG1-20NL 1MHz Single- 20mm 24mm Steel:


Without
element 10~600mm
probe
contact type,
cable
Low Nodular cast
frequency iron:
application 10~80mm

TG2.5-20NL 2.5MHz Single- 20mm 24mm Steel:


Without
element 5~600mm
probe
contact type,
cable
High Nodular cast
penetration iron:
5~80mm

【Note】:
a. If low frequency (less than 2.5MHz) or high temperature probe is adopted, it is
recommended to select precision as 0.1mm or 0.01 in.
b. If testing coarse-grain or high attenuation materials, it is recommended to select
precision as 0.1mm or 0.01 in.

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c. If the probe of single-element delay type is used for the first time, or it has not
been used for a long time but before reuse, please remove the delay line of
the probe carefully along the screw thread, add sufficient coupling gel
between the delay line and the crystal, and then assemble the delay line
back to the probe.
d. Using other probes (including the user-defined probes Custom1-10) except the
thickness probe supported by our company, index like the measurement range and
precision can not be predictable and guaranteed.

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Appendix E About CTS-59

E.1 Appearance

The appearance, interface and keyboard of the CTS-59 are the same as those of the CTS-49.
Please refer to 1.1 Appearance, Chapter 1.

E.2 Menu Structure

Table E-1 Menu Structure

Main Menu Submenu


ProbeType
V-PathSelect
WorkMode
ProbeZero^
Vel^
CalOption
CAL
Ref1
Ref2
CAL
GAStart

dB △

Table E-2 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu


Range^
DisplayDelay^
dB △
AutoSearch
MaxSearchGain
FloatingGain
MEAS MeasMode
DiffRef
AVGNum
MeasVEL
THKValueRef^

LastReading

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Table E-3 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu


GAStart
GAWidth
GAThresh
GATE
GBStart
GBWidth
GBThresh

Table E-4 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu


MeasCount
Rectify
ScreenMode
F1-Function
F2-Function
Brightness
Color
Precision
CONF
Language (语言)
Unit
Date
Time
AutoPowerOff
Default
Update
About

Table E-5 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu


StoreNum
FileName
Save
Recall
PARAM Delete
DeleteAll
ToSDCard
AllToSDCard
StoreCapability

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Table E-6 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu


FileNum
FileName
FileFormat
Line
Column
Point
DATA Save
Recall
Delete
DeleteFile
DeleteAllFiles
StoreLocation
StoreCapability

Table E-7 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu


MaxAlarmSW
MinAlarmSW
ALARM MaxAlarm
MinAlarm
BuzzerSW

Table E-8 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu


ProbeType
ProbeCode
PROBE V-PathSelect
ProbeZero^
dB △

Table E-9 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu


V-PATH V-PATH Enable
TestBlockPointVal
TestBlockPoint
Calibrate
DeletePoint
VEL
ProbeZero^

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dB △
ApplyToCustom
FileNum
FileName
Save
Recall
Delete
DeleteAll

StoreCapability

Table E-10 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu


TDGEnable
InitGain
TDG
TDGSlope
StartBlank
MaxGain

Table E-11 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu


TempCompEnable
DegreeUnits
TEMP CalibrationTemp
TempCoefficient
CurrentTemp

Table E-12 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu


CoatTHK
CoatVEL^
GAStart
GAWidth
COAT
GAThresh
GBStart
GBWidth
GBThresh

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Table E-13 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu


B-ScanEnable
FileNum
FileName
FileFormat
Save
B-SCAN Recall
Delete
DeleteAll
ToSDCard
AllToSDCard
StoreCapability
B-ScanGridSize
B-SCAN
B-ScanDirection
(menu in the
B-ScanLOSMode
measurement
B-ScanFreezeMode
setup
B-ScanMaxTHK
subpage)

Table E-14 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu


MULTI MultiMeasEnable
Meas1
Meas2
Meas3
Meas4
Sum
LayerVel1^
LayerVel2^
LayerVel3^
LayerVel4^
GAStart
GAWidth
GAThresh
dB △
Range^
FileNum
FileName
Save
Recall
Delete

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DeleteAll
ToSDCard
AllToSDCard
StoreCapability

【Note 1】: The submenu marked with ^ has coarse adjustment/fine adjustment. The submenu

marked with ^ on the right indicates it is in fine adjustment, while the submenu with – mark in

coarse adjustment.

【Note 2】: The submenu marked with △ has adjustable steps. and the number on the right of

the submenu with △ means the step value.

E.3 CTS-59 Symbol and Information Prompt Area

See the figure below for the view of symbol and information prompt area. Whenever a message

shows, the prompt will overlay the symbol, or the symbol will always display if no prompt

message.

Table E-15 Description of Parameters and Symbols


Parameter & Symbol Description

Start AutoSearch and FloatingGain functions.

A: start AutoSearch function.

FA: start FloatingGain function of gate A.


A
FB: start FloatingGain function of gate B.

E: start EchoToEchoMode.

If no, the display is blank.

* Start Freeze function. If no, the display is blank.

Measurement mode, symbols for Standard/ Maximum/


STD/MAX/MIN/DIFF/AVG
Minimum/ Difference/ Average

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5920m/s Current velocity

7.921us Current probe delay

/ Single/ Dual element probe type

WorkMode symbol, for standard/ thru-coating (or


/
EchoToEcho)

Alarm indicator. In alarm state, the color changes and the

mark is solid and flashing. In non-alarm state, it is hollow. On

its right, H is for over high limit alarm, and L is for over low

limit alarm.

Battery capacity indicator.

Start dedicated function symbol:

V: Start V-PATH function

G: Start TDG function


V
T: Start TEMP function

B: Start B-SCAN function

M: Start MULTI measurement function

E.4 Functional Operation of Additional Main Menu

E.4.1 PROBE

The main menu PROBE shall be used with the menu V-PATH.

In ProbeType, see the probe models available in Appendix C or Appendix D.

The dual (TR) probes above have corresponding dialog dual probe models for option. Dialog dual

probes enable auto probe identification, optimize the configuration between the main unit and the

probe, and reduce measurement error.

The dialog dual probe has an identification signal pin. When connecting a dialog probe, please

connect the pin and the T/R plug right into the probe socket on the system carefully. When

starting up the system, it can identify the probe type automatically, and use the built-in

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parameters of the probe to set up. If probe connected, a mark will be shown after the
probe type item. If disconnected, the mark will disappear. When a dialog probe is connected,

ProbeType in the main menu Probe will include the optional probe model automatically (with the

mark shown after the probe model) for selection.


【Note】:

ProbeCode: unique identification of probe type, cannot be changed by the users.

V-PathSelect: Select the V-PATH curve for the current dual probe. Four options for selection: off,

Instrument, Probe and Custom.

When using dual-element probe, the default setting is Instrument, which means adopting build-in

V-path correction curve. When using dialog probe, the system automatically select Probe. For

wear probes or probes from other manufactures, select Custom to use user-defined V-PATH

curve. It is needed to apply existing or re-produced V-PATH curve to custom. If no need to modify,

you can choose to turn off.

When using single-element probe, V-PATHSelect is regularly off.

E.4.2 V-PATH

A set of V-PATH calibration curve is set up by default in the system, which is for all the factory

original dual probes. The users may make a set of V-PATH curve for a specific probe.

When making a V-PATH curve, 10 measurement points can be set at most, and the 10 points

should be in the actual measurement area where the user prefers to have smaller measurement

error. For example, try to be below 10mm (steel longitudinal wave) or in the range of 20-40mm

(steel longitudinal wave), rather than selecting any measurement point in the minimum to

maximum measurement range. For high-precision application in different test range, the user may

make a number of V-PATH curves.

a) How to make a V-PATH

1) Set V-PathSelect to Off.

2) Set V-PATH Enable to On.

3) Select a test point on the test block, set TestBlockPoint at 1, which means to calibrate

the first test point.

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4) Set TestBlockPointVal to a known value, e.g. 4.00mm.

5) When the probe is in good coupling and the thickness reading is stable, set Calibrate to

On, so as to record and calibrate the first test point.

6) For calibrated test points recorded, a mark will appear in TestBlockPointVal.

7) Repeat steps 3)-5) to record more test points.

【Note】:

„ A valid V-PATH curve shall have at least 3 test points recorded.

„ Up to 10 test points can be recorded.

„ When making a V-PATH curve, V-PathSelect must be set to Off.

b) Save a finished V-PATH

1) Select a blank file number in FileNum from V-PATH menu.

2) Input a file name which is relevant to the curve and easy to be identified in FileName.

3) Set Save to On and save the curve.

c) Recall a saved V-PATH

1) Select a file number saved with the curve from FileNum.

2) Set Recall to On and recall the curve.

d) Change a test point

1) Select a test point to be deleted. saved curve which to be deleted

2) Set DeletePoint to On.

【Note】: After being deleted, the test point will become uncalibrated. An uncalibrated test point

can be calibrated again.

e) Apply a curve as the current V-PATH curve

The curve with calibrated test points can be applied as the current V-PATH curve. Or the user

may recall a saved V-PATH curve and apply it as the current V-PATH curve. Set

AppoyToCustom to On, and change V-PathSelect to Custom.

【 Note 】 : In addition to Custom option for V-PathSelect, the other functions are: Off,

Instrument and Probe. .

Off: To turn off V-PATH Enable function if not required for measurement.

Instrument: To use a set of calibrated curve in instrument default for measurement.

Probe: To use a set of calibrated curve in the dialog probe for measurement.

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E.4.3 TDG

The TDG function is to compensate echo amplitude loss due to transmission sound path.

Set TDGEnable in TDG menu On, and TDG function is enabled.

The examples of figures before and after TDG function enabled are shown below:

Before TDG function enabled

After TDG function enabled

【Note】: When TDG function is enabled, a TDG line will appear on the screen.

InitGain: The initial dB value of TDG curve

TDGSlope: the increment of dB value per us

StartBlank: The valid start time of TDG curve

MaxGain: The maximum gain that TDG reaches

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E.4.4 TEMP

In general, the higher the temperature of the solid material, the lower the velocity. Test data

shows that, if the temperature of thermal material rises by 100°C, the velocity decreases by 1%.

When the temperatures of the calibration test block and the tested work piece are different, the

user may enable the temperature compensation function.

Turn TempCompEnable item to On, enable temperature compensation function.

【Note】:

●DegreeUnits: Select the unit of temperature, ℉ (fahrenheit) or °C (centigrade)

●CalibrationTemp: The temperature of the workpiece when calibrating the system. Adjustable

range: -10°C to 200°C or 14℉ to 392 ℉.

●TempCoefficient: Temperature compensation coefficient. Adjustable range: -1.0 to 1.0.

●CurrentTemp: Temperature of the workpiece tested. Adjustable range: -10°C to 200°C or 14℉

to 392 ℉.

E.4.5 COAT

When WorkMode is Thru-Coating, enable coating measurement function. Set up the velocity of

the coating. While testing the thickness through coating, the system will test the thickness of

coating.

Option:

1) Select COAT menu, adjust CoatTHK to On and set up CoatVEL.

2) At this time, the measurement reading under coating is the measurement value between the

zero-crossing before the first peak higher than GAThresh and the zero-crossing before the first

peak higher than GBThresh. When CoatTHK is set On, the software will measure the zero-

crossing of the first highest peak higher than GAThresh, and calculate the thickness of the

coating. See the figure below for the corresponding peak position. See 2.11 for Information about

zero-crossing.

【Note】: By adjusting parameters like gain and gate position, make sure the wave form

amplitude and gate position meet the measurement requirements above (see the figure below).

Otherwise, it will affect the test result. Please try to use manual adjustment in this case.

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Measurement end
thru- coating

Measurement start
thru- coating

Measurement point of
coating + thru-coating

Thickness of thru-coating

Thickness of coating

Coupling mark

E.4.6 B-SCAN

B-scan (time base) function measures at a fixed speed and displays the measurement reading in

scanning as B-mode images in proper proportion, which is convenient for recording or analysis

for measurement.

See the table for enable and file management menu. The access operation of B-scan data is

similar to that of datasets.

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Main
Submenu Unit Default Range or option Remarks
menu
Enable B-scan
function. Press
to enter B-scan
measurement
simple interface (see
the description of B-
scan measurement
simple interface for
details). The B-scan
B-Scan Enable off off/on menu in the
standard menu
interface is mainly
for file storage and
management.
Note:with B-Scan
enabled, other
B-SCAN functions may be
restricted.

Select the file


number, and the file
name will change.
The actual file
FileNum 1 1~100
number that can be
created is related to
the remainder
storage capability.

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Main
Submenu Unit Default Range or option Remarks
menu
Enter FileName
submenu, and use
the virtual keyboard
to input file name.
The created file
name is associated
FileName with the FileNum.
Only the FileNum
with a
corresponding
FileName can be
saved with B-scan
data.
Save the entire
process of B-scan
SaveType Entire Entire / Screen
or the current
screen only.
Save all the menu
setup and the
current waveform
B-SCAN
data. Parameter set
Save off off/on
files can be saved
or recalled as user-
defined probe
parameter files.
Recall the saved B-
scan waveforms
Recall off off/on
and setup
parameters.
Delete the current
Delete off off/on
B-scan file.
Delete all the B-
DeleteAll off off/on
scan files.
Save the current B-
ToSDCard off off/on
scan file to SD card.
Save all the B-scan
AllToSDCard off off/on
files to SD card.
Check the store
off off/on capability of the
StoreCapability
current B-scan files.

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After enabling B-scan function on the standard menu interface, press to enter B-scan

measurement simple interface, as shown in Fig. a below. Press again to return to standard

menu.

In B-Scan measurement simple screen, you may set up the main parameters (Range, Delay,

Gain, GAStart, GAWidth, Thickness), and operate by following the on-screen prompt.

The operations on B-Scan measurement simple screen:

z Press to start or stop B-Scan.

z Press to freeze or pause B-Scan.

z When B-Scan is stopped and frozen, adjust the left/right cursor key to select the

thickness or A-Scan waveform for the playback measurement position.

z Press to enter B-Scan measurement setup screen (Fig. b). Press again to

return to the simple interface. See the screen prompt for specific operation, and see the

table below for functional description.

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Main menu Submenu Unit Default Range or option Remarks


HalfSize/ FullSize See figures c
B-ScanGridSize HalfSize
and d below.
LeftToRight / Indicated as
RightToLeft “→”/“←”
B-ScanDirection LeftToRight
under B-scan
display.
StopOnLOS / When the
ContinueOnLOS probe is not
coupled
B-ScanLOSMode StopOnLOS
properly,
stop/continue
scanning.
ShowMinimum/ When freeze
Menu option ShowMaximum/ function is
in the B-Scan ShowCurrent enabled, the
measurement measurement
setup B- cursor stays
ShowCurrent
subpage ScanFreezeMode at the
corresponding
position of the
scanned
display.
The current
thickness
range value is
B-ScanMaxTHK mm 50.00 4~500
displayed
under B-scan
display.

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(a) B-scan Measurement Simple Interface (b) B-scan Measurement Setup Subpage

(a) FullSize (b) HalfSize

E.4.7 MULTI

If the workpiece has multi-layer materials and the layers are bonded firmly, the MULTI function is

recommended for measurement, provided that velocity of each material layer is known. The

actual measurement range is related with the materials.

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Select MULTI menu, adjust MultiMeasEnable to On, and enable multi measurement function.

Operation of MULTI function in the standard menu interface:

a) Adjust LayerVel1, LayerVel2, LayerVel3 and LayerVel4 according to velocity of each

layer.

b) Couple the probe on the surface of the tested workpiece, adjust parameters (range,

velocity and gain), till the screen shows echoes from each layer.

c) Adjust GAStart, GAWidth and GAThresh, so as to hitch the echo of the first layer. Note:

the back flank of the gate should not cover the test range of the reflection echo of the

next layer.

d) Select Meas1 item, press OK, at this time, screen prompts Press -> to update

measurement area, <- to turn off measurement area. Follow the prompt to press key,

and create a measurement area for Meas1 (the start of the measurement area is

GAStart, and the size of the measurement area is GAWidth). Two vertical lines will

appear onscreen to indicate the start and end of the measurement area. Press key

to turn off the measurement area for Meas1, i.e. not to display the measurement value

of the measurement area.

e) Repeat steps c)- d) to create another 3 measurement areas.

【Note 1】: Measurement value of each layer and the total thickness value are shown at the

submenu area. The value shown in the measurement reading area (big reading) is the sum of

measured values for each layer.

【Note 2】: When performing step c) above, pressing the key repeatedly may turn on/ off the

current measurement area (the 2 vertical lines in the measurement area indicate the on/off

status). No measurement or statistics are done if the measurement area is turned off.

【Note 3】: The display of MULTI measurement in standard menu interface is as shown in Fig. a

below.

In the standard menu screen, enable MULTI, finish setup of velocity for each layer, then press

to enter the simple screen for multi measurement, as shown in Fig. b below. The functions

achieved are the same as those functions in the standard menu screen, but the main operations

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ca be easily performed in this simple interface.

In the multi measurement simple screen, you may set up the key parameters(Range, Delay,

Gain, GAStart, GAWidth, GAThresh)by following the screen prompt.

Operation of MULTI function in the simple menu interface:

a) Press switch key, and select the current measurement area number for setup.

Press the key repeatedly to switch among the measurement area 1~4. The operation

prompt area will show the selected measurement area number.

b) Adjust parameters of gate and gain to have the gate hitch the reflected signal of the

measurement for the layer, and then press to update the measurement area setup.

c) Repeat steps a) and b) to create the other 3 measurement areas.

d) Either during or after the test process, you may press to return to the standard

menu interface.

(a) MULTI Measurement Standard Interface (b) MULTI Measurement Simple Interface

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Appendix F Acoustic Velocity of Materials

List of materials Longitudinal velocity(m/s) (in/us)


Aluminum 6260 0.2465
Brass 4300 0.1693
Cast iron 4600 0.1811
Chromium 6200 0.2441
Copper 4720 0.1858
Glass 5600 0.2205
Gold 3240 0.1276
Iron 5930 0.2335
Lead 2400 0.0945
Magnesium 5750 0.2264
Nylon 2680 0.1055
Silver 3700 0.1457
Stainless steel 5740 0.2260
Steel 5920 0.2331
Titanium 5990 0.2358
Zinc 4170 0.1642
Tungsten 5174 0.2037
Tin 3230 0.1272
Water (20 ℃) 1480 0.0583
Glycerin 1920 0.0756
Sodium silicate 2350 0.0925
Acrylic resin 2730 0.1075

【Note】: The velocities above are approximate values for reference only.

Contact Information

Shantou Institute of Ultrasonic Instruments Co., Ltd. (SIUI)

Add: 77 Jinsha Road, Shantou, Guangdong 515041, China

Tel: 86-754-88250150 Fax: 86-754-88251499

E-mail: siui@siui.com

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