Portable Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge.

The Starr TGD-100 is used for the non-destructive thickness measurement of metal, plastic and many other common materials, which makes it an invaluable tool for all-round industrial usage.

The TGD-100 has the capability to measure the thickness of many solid composition materials that have a regular grain structure, of which an ultrasonic pulse can be transmitted through.  

This is done using the pulse-echo method with a twin crystal probe (transducer).

Such materials include:

  • - Metals (steels, aluminium, copper, cast iron and more)
- Plastic (HDPE, LDPE, PVC)
- Glass
- Rubber (most types)
and more.
 
* Please note this gauge is NOT suitable for testing epoxy waterproofing membrane
 
 
Advanced Features Include:
  • 2-point calibration mode (for greater accuracy within a specific thickness range)
  • Low and High limit setting with alarm function for Go/No-Go testing
  • Adjustable sensitivity (gain) for high attenuating materials (HDPE etc)
  • 5 Preset material sound velocities for quick user reference
  • Internal memory data-logger for recording groups of data (500 readings max. in 5 groups)
 
User calibration setting and adjustment is carried out on the integrated 4mm calibration block located on the front panel of the unit. 
 
An optional 4-step calibration wedge block (SW-1) is available for purchase separately. This enables 2-step calibration and also optional, external NATA verification by a registered facility. 
 
 

FEATURES:

  • Large, clear LCD with switchable backlight
  • 500 Reading internal memory
  • Export data to PC via USB -> mini USB cable (software included)
  • 2-Point calibration mode for greater accuracy
  • Alarm limit setting for minimum / maximum tolerance values
  • Automatic probe recognition with all LEMO 00 connections

 

SPECIFICATIONS:

Measurement Range 0.75mm - 300.00mm (*material / probe dependant)
Display Units Metric (mm) or Imperial (inch)
Sound Velocity Range 1000 m/s - 9999 m/s
Display Resolution 0.01mm (<100mm) 0.1mm (>99.9mm)
Accuracy ±(0.5% Thickness + 0.04)mm (*material dependant)
Internal Memory 500 Values & 5 Sound Velocities
Power 2 x AA batteries
Data Output USB to mini USB 
Dimensions 150mm x 74mm x 32mm
Weight 238 grams

* Please note all measurements and accuracy claims are made in the default material setting of cast steel @ 5,900 m/s

 
For any further assistance please contact us. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SOUND VELOCITY IN COMMON MATERIALS:

Material

Sound Velocity

(m/s)

(inch/µs)

Aluminium

6320~6400

0.250

Zinc

4170

0.164

Silver

3607

0.142

Gold

3251

0.128

Tin

2960

0.117

Steel, Common

5920

0.233

Steel, Stainless

5740

0.226

Brass

4399

0.173

Copper

4720

0.186

Iron

5930

0.233

Case Iron

4400~5820

0.173~0.229

Lead

2400

0.094

Nylon

2680

0.105

Titanium

5990

0.236

SUS

5970

0.240

Epoxy Resin

2540

0.100

Ice

3988

0.222

Plexiglass

2692

0.106

Gray Cast Iron

4600

0.180

Porcelain

5842

0.230

Glass (quartz)

5570

0.220

Polystyrene

2337

0.092

PVC

2388

0.094

Quartz glass

5639

0.222

Rubber, Vulcanized

2311

0.091

Teflon

1422

0.058

Water

1473

0.058

 

STANDARD KIT CONTENTS:

  • 1 x Thickness Gauge
  • 1 x 5MHz 10mm Transducer Probe
  • 2 x AA Batteries
  • 1 x Ultrasonic Couplant Gel (80mL)
  • 1 x Software CD-ROM (or download)
  • 1 x USB Data Cable
  • 1 x User Instruction Manual

 

PROBE OPTIONS:

 
The standard supply is a 5MHz right angle transducer (probe); and this is recommended for most applications. If you have difficult or non-standard application or material, then we offer additional options as follows:
 
Mini Probe (6mm right angle)
 
Used for curved surfaces with a diameter of at least 15mm the smaller surface area of the probe allows for better coupling with the curved material being measured.  This probe is also suitable for measuring thinner materials and in machined grooves and recessed areas.
 
 
2MHz (10mm right angle)
 
The 2MHz probe is for high penetration.  With a lower frequency and longer wavelength it is used to take readings on thicker samples and high attenuating material such as rubber and plastics including HDPE etc.
 
High Temperature (10mm straight probe)
 
The high temperature probe features a standard, straight 5MHz transducer wrapped in a thick Teflon grip designed to allow for safe, comfortable use whilst testing materials that are hot, up to a temperature of to 300°C; such as process pipe work and boilers. US of special high temperature coupling gel is also recommended for temperatures above 110°C.
 
Download the User Operating Manual here
 

(TGD)

• Measuring range 0.75mm to 300mm* 
• Two-point calibration
• Data recording and output 
• Software
• Automatic probe recognition

SKU TGD
Model # TGD100
Brand STARR INSTRUMENTS by Test-Equip
Shipping Weight 1.2000kg
Shipping Width 0.350m
Shipping Height 0.100m
Shipping Length 0.220m
Shipping Cubic 0.007700000m3

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