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    The document discusses advanced phased array ultrasonic testing probes for inspecting components. It describes challenges with standard probes and introduces specialized linear array and matrix array probes that improve detection of small flaws. It also presents a portable ultrasonic unit that supports these advanced probes and techniques like time-of-flight diffraction imaging.

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    The document discusses advanced phased array ultrasonic testing probes for inspecting components. It describes challenges with standard probes and introduces specialized linear array and matrix array probes that improve detection of small flaws. It also presents a portable ultrasonic unit that supports these advanced probes and techniques like time-of-flight diffraction imaging.

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    Advanced PA UT Probes

    for TOPAZ64
    Application Solution
    March 2020

    © Zetec Inc. All rights reserved


    Overview

    • Inspection Challenges

    • Advanced PA UT Probes:
    – TFM-AL Linear Arrays
    – 2D-Matrix Arrays

    • Portable Intelligence

    • Benefits of Zetec Solution

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    Inspection Challenges

    • For some inspection configurations and damage


    mechanisms, standard phased array probe and wedge
    combinations will not provide the required inspection
    capability

    • Flaws considerably smaller than the ultrasonic wavelength


    (caused by e.g. HTHA, creep, …) cannot be reliably detected

    • Misoriented or branched cracks can be missed or undersized

    • Advanced focusing techniques (e.g. TFM) can improve


    detection, but also benefit from dedicated probe design

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    TFM-AL Probes
    • Azimuthal, 1D-linear array probes in AL-type housing
    • Compatible with standard AL- 55SW and AL-0LW wedges

    BENEFITS :
    • 64 elements, very small pitch, for maximum effective PA UT
    steering range and improved TFM imaging
    • Curved active element for better focusing and improved lateral
    resolution in passive plane compared to standard azimuthal
    probes (AM, 16 or 32 elements) at equal frequency
    • Smaller footprint than standard 64 element probes (LM) for
    better access to weld and HAZ

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    TFM-AL-5 MHz, DF 15 mm
    passive plane active plane
    1 mm 1 mm

    Depth of field
    20 mm

    • Specifically suited for detection of clusters of small voids during


    detection and assessment of HTHA damage in typical vessels
    with wall thickness around 1 inch (25 mm)
    • Beam dimension of 1 x 1 mm² (0.04 x 0.04 sq inch)

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    TFM-AL-5 MHz, DF 15 mm
    xample - Welding Flaws (V-bevel, T = 1 inch)

    TFM-AL-5 MHz ID Crack Image


    Better resolution
    Better SNR

    AM-5 MHz

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    AL-TFM, 5 MHz, DF 15 mm
    Example – HTHA Damage (X-bevel, T = 0.9 inch)

    AL-TFM
    Better resolution
    Better SNR HTHA Damage

    LM 5 MHz

    Courtesy of Lavender International


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    TFM-AL-5 MHz, DF 50 mm
    passive plane active plane
    2 mm 3 mm

    Depth of field
    42 mm

    • Suited for detection and characterization of small flaws in


    components and welds in wall thickness range 25 to 100 mm
    (1 to 4 inch)
    • Beam dimension of 3 x 2 mm² (0.12 x 0.08 sq inch)

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    AL-TFM Probes – UV Database

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    TFM-AL Probes - Offering
    Part
    Item Detailed Description
    Number
    ZPA-PB1D-TFM-AL-5MHZ-64E-DF-15MM-REX-3.0M-ZPAC

    1D Linear phased array probe designed for focused azimuthal scanning and
    10058571 TFM-AL-5MHz DF 15 mm
    TFM in depth range 5 to 30 mm - 5 MHz - 64 elements - AL probe casing -
    Active surface of 19.2 mm x 15.0 mm - Curved in the passive plane - ZPAC
    connector (TOPAZ) - 3.0 m cable length

    ZPA-PB1D-TFM-AL-5MHZ-64E-DF-50MM-REX-3.0M-ZPAC

    1D Linear phased array probe designed for focused azimuthal scanning and
    10058568 TFM-AL-5MHz DF 50 mm
    TFM in depth range 25 to 100 mm - 5 MHz - 64 elements - AL probe casing -
    Active surface of 19.2 mm x 15.0 mm - Curved in the passive plane - ZPAC
    connector (TOPAZ) - 3.0 m cable length

    ZPA-PB1D-TFM-AL-10MHZ-64E-DF-50MM-REX-3.0M-ZPAC

    1D Linear phased array probe designed for focused azimuthal scanning and
    10058574 TFM-AL-10MHz DF 50 mm TFM in depth range 25 to 100 mm - 10 MHz - 64 elements - AL probe casing -
    Active surface of 19.2 mm x 15.0 mm - Curved in the passive plane - ZPAC
    connector (TOPAZ) - 3.0 m cable length

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    2D-Matrix Array Probes
    • Azimuthal, 2D-matrix array probes in AM and AL-type housing
    • Compatible with all standard AM and AL wedges, for LW and SW
    beam generation

    BENEFITS :
    • 9 x 7 elements, small pitch, for 2-plane steering capability:
    refracted angle and skew angle can be varied simultaneously, for
    both LW and SW beams
    • Specifically suited for improved detection and characterization
    of skewed reflectors and misoriented flaws
    • Simultaneous multi-skew inspection, no additional inspection
    sequences required

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    AM 5MHz 9 x 7 Elements, Wedge 55SW
    Acoustic beam simulation, for typical configuration :
    SW beams with skews ± 15⁰

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    AM 5MHz 9 x 7 Elements, Wedge 55SW
    Actual weld data: improved flaw characterization
    Skew -15 deg

    LOF and weld root


    ONLY detected
    with nominal skew
    LOF Nominal Skew

    Skewed ID Crack Weld Root


    BETTER detected
    and sized with
    skewed beam Skew +15 deg

    ID Crack

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    2D-Matrix Probes – Typical Working Range

    Probe Wedge 55LW Wedge 55SW

    25⁰ to 85⁰ LW 40⁰ to 70⁰ SW


    AM 5 MHz 9x7 elements
    skew ± 25⁰ skew ± 15⁰

    10⁰ to 85⁰ LW 40⁰ to 70⁰ SW


    AL 2.25 MHz 9x7 elements
    skew ± 30⁰ skew ± 25⁰

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    2D-Matrix Probes – UV Database

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    2D-Matrix Probes - Offering
    Part
    Item Detailed Description
    Number

    ZPA-PB2D-AM-5M9x7E9.9-7.7-REX-3.0M-ZPAC

    10057197 AM 5 MHz 9x7 elements Generic 2D Matrix Phased Array Probe - 5 MHz - 9 x 7 elements - Active
    surface of 9.9 mm x 7.7 mm - Impedance matching to rexolite (2.45
    Mrayl) - 3.0 m cable length - ZPAC connector

    ZPA-PB2D-AL-2.25M9x7E15.8-12.3-REX-3.0M-ZPAC

    10057198 AL 2.25 MHz 9x7 elements Generic 2D Matrix Phased Array Probe - 2.25 MHz - 9 x 7 elements -
    Active surface of 15.8 mm x 12.3 mm - Impedance matching to rexolite
    (2.45 Mrayl) - 3.0 m cable length - ZPAC connector

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    - Versatile PA UT Unit
    • Fully integrated, portable PA UT unit
    • Excellent 64 active element PA UT
    • 2 high-SNR TOFD channels at 200 V
    • 12” Hi-Res multi-touch display
    • Support of 2D-matrix arrays
    • Best-in class « live » TFM
    • Parallel recording of PA UT & TFM
    • Bipolar pulse (150Vpp) option
    • Driven by UtraVision Touch

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    Benefits of Zetec Solution

    • Complete offering of high-quality standard and


    advanced PA UT probes required for efficient
    detection and characterization of challenging flaws,
    e.g. small voids, skewed reflectors, misoriented cracks
    • portable unit, includes all required
    tools and features to efficiently set up and deploy
    advanced PA UT probes and examination techniques,
    including live TFM
    • Advanced data analysis (Volumetric Merge, Indication
    Table, … ) and reporting, using on-board UV Touch™

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