Description
DAKOTA ULTRASONICS
PR-8V Racing Ultrasonics Thickness Gauge
The time-based B-Scan feature of the PR-8V displays a cross section of the opposite surface, allowing engine builders the ability to see the contour of the back surface in cylinders while scanning.
Use the Multi-Mode (Echo-Echo mode) feature to measure chassis tubing with or without paint and coatings. Built-in automatic gain control and selectable low, medium, and high gain settings offer the inspector the additional punch power for materials that are hard to penetrate. The variety of calibration options is just one more example of the PR-8V’s versatility. Store up to 64 custom setups. Factory setups available for common applications.
The internal Data Logger of the PR-8V has been customized for both the engine builder and the chassis inspector. Selectable cylinder mapping or general alpha numeric file storage, and used in conjunction with our DakView java-based PC & MAC OSX software will satisfy your reporting needs.
Built-in transducer types offer increased linearity between transducers.
The Fast Scan feature provides a better representation during the scanning process, by making 32 measurements per second. Remove the transducer from the test material to display the thinnest measurement found.
Use the visual and audible alarm to set Hi and Lo limits to signal the inspector when the measurements are out of tolerance.
The PR-8V also comes complete with our Windows PC software for transferring data to and from a PC, and viewing B-Scans, Cylinder Maps, and general measurements.
Measuring Range
- Range: Pulse-Echo Mode: (Pit&Flaw Detection) measures from 0.025 9.999 inches (0.63 to 254 millimeters).
- Echo-Echo Mode: Thru Paint & Coatings) measures from 0.05 to 4.0inches (1.27 to 102 millimeters). Range will vary +/- depending on the thickness of coating.
- Resolution: +/- .001 inches (0.01 mm)
- Velocity Range: .0492 to .3936 in./ms 1250 to 9999 meters/sec
- Single and Two point calibration option, or selection of basic material types.
- Units: English & Metric
Display
- Display Views: Large Digits Standard thickness view. Digit Height: 0.400 in (10mm).
- B-Scan Cross sectional view. Display speed of 15 secs per screen.
- Scan Bar 6 readings per second. Viewable in B-Scan and Large Digit views.
- Repeatability Bar Graph Bar graph indicates stability of reading.
Data Logger (Internal)
- 12,000 readings and B-Scans (alpha numeric storage).
- OBSTRUCT to indicate inaccessible locations.
- Memory: 16 megabit non-volatile ram.
Transducer
- Transducer Types: Dual Element (1 to 10 MHz).
- Locking quick disconnect “00” LEMO connectors.
- Standard 4 foot cable.
- Custom transducers and cable lengths available for special applications.
Features
- Setups: 64 custom user-definable setups. Factory setups can also be edited by the user.
- Selectable Transducers: Selectable transducer types with built-in dual path error correction for improved linearity.
- Alarm Mode: Set hi and lo tolerances with audible beeper and visual LEDs.
- Fast-Scan Mode: Takes 32 readings per second and displays the minimum reading found when the transducer is removed.
Physical
- Weight: 13.5 ounces (with batteries).
- Size: 2.5 W x 6.5 H x 1.24 D inches (63.5 W x 165 H x 31.5 D mm).
- Operating Temperature: -14° to 140°F (-10° to 60°C).
- Keyboard: Membrane switch with twelve tactile keys.
- Case: Extruded aluminum body with nickel-plated aluminum end caps (gasket sealed).
- Data Output:Bi-directional RS232 serial port. Windows® PC interface software.
- Display: 1/8 in. VGA grayscale display (240 x 160 pixels). Viewable area 2.4 x 1.8 in. (62 x 45.7mm). EL backlit (on/off/auto).
Ultrasonic Specifications
- Measurement Modes: Pulse-Echo (flaws, pits). Echo-Echo (thru-paint – chassis tubing)
- Pulser: Square wave pulser
- Receiver: Selectable low, medium, or high gain in Pulse-Echo mode or AGC gain control in Echo-Echo mode.
- Timing:20 MHz with ultra low power. 8 bit digitizer.
Power Source
- Three 1.5V alkaline or 1.2V NiCad AA cells.
- Typically operates for 150 hours on alkaline and 100 hours on NiCad (charger not included.)
- Auto power off if idle 5 min.
- Battery status icon.
WARRANTY: It is protected by Dakota Ultrasonics 2 year limited warranty.
Long Form Calibration Report at extra charge from Houston Precision, Inc. at a 50% discount with new purchase.
