Dakota Ultrasonics RX8-DL (PR-8V) Z-158-0003 / Z-158-0004 Sonic Tester - Audio Gauge

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Thickness Gauge for engine builders and race shops

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Measures cylinder wall thickness, deck height, chassis tubing & more

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All the features of the PR-8V with a time based B-Scan that will graphically draw the blind of a cylinder wall to show corrosion

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Data Logger - Stores 12,000 readings and B-Scans.

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Range in Steel: 0.63 to 254 millimeters / 0.025 - 9.999 inches

Applications

• Cylinder's & Pitting
• Head Ports & Pipe
• Roll Cages
• Body Panels
• Chasis
• Variety of Applications

The Check-Line PR-8V thickness gauge is designed specifically for the needs of engine builders and race shops. 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.

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 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.

Features

• Selectable low, medium, and high gain settings offer the inspector the additional punch power for materials that are hard to penetrate.
• Store up to 64 custom setups. Factory setups available for common applications.
• Selectable transducer types with built-in dual path error correction for improved linearity.
• Fast-Scan Mode: Takes 32 readings per second and displays the minimum reading found when the transducer is removed.
• Use the visual and audible alarm to set Hi and Lo limits to signal the inspector when the measurements are out of tolerance.
• 2 year warranty

Specifications

Range in Steel*	Pulse-Echo Mode: Standard operating mode for engines and automotive parts without painted surfaces (pits or flaws detection) measures from 0.63 to 254 millimeters (0.025 - 9.999inches) Echo-Echo Mode: Thru Paint & coatings - chassis and general body inspections measures from 2.54 to 102 mm (0.1 - 4.0 inches). Range will vary +/- depending on the thickness of the coating. *Range varies by transducer, multiple transducers are required to cover entire range
Resolution	.001 inches (0.01mm)
Velocity Range	.0492 to .3936 in./ms 1250 to 9999 meters/sec
Units	English & Metric
Measurement Modes	- Pulse-Echo (flaws, pits) - Echo-Echo (thru-paint)
Transducer Types	Dual Element (1 to 10 MHz).
Memory	16 megabit non-volatile ram
Memory capacity	12,000 pages with 1 reading and waveform per page
Power Source	Three 1.5V alkaline or 1.2V NiCad AA cells
Battery Life	Typically operates for 150 hours on alkaline and 100 hours on NiCad
Auto Power off:	if idle 5 min
Display	1/8 in. VGA grayscale display 62 x 45.7mm
Keyboard	Membrane switch with twelve tactile keys
Case	Extruded aluminum body with nickel-plated aluminum end caps (gasket sealed).
Operating Temperature	-14° to 140°F (-10° to 60°C)
Weigth, net	13.5 ounces
Dimensions	63.5 W x 165 H x 31.5 D mm
Warranty	2 year limited
Certification	CE Approved, Factory calibration traceable to national standards

High Speed Scan Mode & B-Scan Mode

Transducer and Probe Information

For Engine Blocks (Cylinders & Decks)
One probe is usually good for use on both Cast Aluminum and Cast Iron Engine Blocks. The 2 inch radius allows the probe to measure the concave surface inside cylinders. The radius is gentle enough that the same probe can also be used to measure on the flat surfaces "decks" on the block. This one probe will work for over 90% of Cast Aluminum or Cast Iron Blocks.

T-104-2120
> 0.500"/5MHz with 2 inch radius

++ In instances where the above probe does not work, or if the block is made from a very old Aluminum Cast Aluminum, then the alternate probe would be T-10404120 (0.500"/10MHz), also with a 2 inch radius.

For Heads (Ports)
Probe selection depends upon type of material; cast iron or cast aluminum. This probe has a 0.55" radius and is supplied with either a 1 inch wand or 9 inch wand, depending upon user preference.

Cast Iron
> 0.250"/5MHz with 0.55" Radius
with 1 inch wand T-162-2110
with 9 inch wand T-132-2110

Cast Aluminum
> 0.250/10MHz with 0.55" Radius
with 1 inch wand T-162-4110
with 9 inch wand T-132-4110

For Chassis Tubing
This would be used by chassis builders as well as sanctioning bodies (i.e. NHRA, ARCA, etc.). One probe is normally suitable for any application, assuming they do not want "thru-paint" capability.

T-101-4000
> 3/16"-10MHz flat bottom (no radius)

For "thru-paint" capability, when measuring chassis tubing for use with the PR8V

T-102-2700
>0.250/5MHz Hi-Damp for use in MMX Mode

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