Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

The PG70ABDL Precision Thickness Gauge can display the thickness value with A and B-Scan displays, allowing users to accurately assess a wide range of materials.

Summary
- Summary
- Accuracy
  Measures thin materials with pinpoint accuracy
  Flexible & easy to use, the Elcometer PG70ABDL is able to measure the thinnest point of the substrate with maximum precision.
  Powerful
  Store each measurement for further analysis
  Up to 4GB of readings and waveforms can be saved into the gauge memory as each measurement is taken, which can be downloaded later into an inspection application or into ElcoMaster^® Software for further analysis and reporting.
  Intelligent
  User definable limits for pass/fail indication
  Limits can be set on the Elcometer PG70ABDL for individual readings or for each batch with audible & visual alarms.
  Customisable
  Choose & customise the reading display
  With a choice of display modes, the user can select the most appropriate option for their needs; Readings, Selected Statistics, Bar Graph, Run Chart & Differential Mode.
  The Elcometer PG70ABDL offers user selectable resolution of either 0.01mm or 0.001mm (0.001/0.0001").
  The auto find feature locates the detection point(s) and adjusts the display settings to bring the waveform into view.
  The high speed scan feature on the PG70ABDL precision thickness gauge speeds up the inspection process by taking 250 measurements per second. Remove the transducer from the test material and display the minimum measurement scanned.
  Features:
  0.001mm high resolution
  
  Range of display options: A-Scan, B-Scan, Pulse-Echo, Echo-Echo
  
  Manual or AGC gain control with 110dB range, varies with mode selected
  
  Automatic gain control (AGC)
  
  User definable setups
  
  Multiple language display
  
  Visual and audible alarm with high and low limit settings for specific application tolerances.
  
  Multiple calibration and material selection options
  
  High speed scan: 250 readings per second
  
  Differential mode
  
  Minimal thickness alarm
  
  Data output and storage: 4GB internal memory
  
  Data management software
Key Features
- Key Features
  
  Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge
  
  Features Explained
  Repeatability / Stability Indicator
  Consisting of 6 vertical bars, when all the bars are fully illuminated and the last digit on the digital thickness value is stable, the gauge is reliably measuring the material thickness.
  High Speed Scan with Minimum Thickness Display
  By significantly increasing the measurement refresh rate this mode allows the user to make scanned passes over the test material. The smallest thickness value is held in memory and displayed when scanning is complete. This feature can also be used in conjunction with the minimum & maximum limit alarm feature (model dependant).
  Differential Mode
  Once a user defined nominal thickness value has been set, the gauge will display the +/- thickness difference from the nominal value entered.
  Limit Alarm Mode
  The user can define minimum and maximum thickness limits. If the measurement falls outside the upper or lower limit a red LED will light and the beeper sounds. A green LED will light to indicate an acceptable thickness.
  V-Path Correction
  Dual element transducers consist of a probe with two crystals (one to transmit and one to receive the sound pulse). The crystals are separated by an acoustic barrier - generating a 'V-shaped' sound path as the sound travels from one element to the other. This path is slightly longer than the direct path therefore V-path correction is used to calculate the correct thickness.
  Measurement Modes Explained
  Pulse - Echo Mode (PE):
  The normal display mode, measures the total thickness from the base of the transducer probe to the material density boundary (typically the back wall). Ideal for pit and flaw detection.
  
  Echo - Echo Mode (EE):
  Also known as the ThruPaint™ Mode, EE ignores the coating thickness, displaying the material thickness from the top surface of the material to the material density boundary.
  
  Interface - Echo Mode (IE):
  More accurate than the PE mode, IE displays the total thickness from the top surface to the material density boundary - i.e. ignores the couplant thickness.
  Display Modes Explained
  Material Thickness Digits Display:
  The standard display on all models, this displays the numerical thickness value in either millimetres (MM) or inches (IN).
  Scan Bar Display:
  A linear graphic display which allows users to graphically monitor changes in thickness readings. As the scale range can be adjusted by the user, this display is ideal for observing tiny variations in material thicknesses.
  B-Scan Display:
  A time based cross sectional 2D block view of the thickness provides a graphical view of the material thickness - ideal for relative depth analysis.
  A-Scan Display; Full Wave (RF):
  The A-Scan display shows the sine wave created by the reflected sound, or oscillation, from the material being measured. In RF mode the full wave form is displayed.
  A-Scan Display; Rectified (+ or -):
  Users can select to view either the positive or the negative cycle of the full waveform (RF). This rectified (RECT) display shows the amplitude of the echo versus the transit time.

Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

Model & Part Number	PG70ABDL
Display Mode
Material thickness digits display
B-Scan cross sectional display
Combined B-Scan and digits display
Scan bar display
A-Scan display	+ Rectified, - Rectified, Full Waveform (RF)
Measurement Mode	PE, IE, EE, IEE, EEV
Measurement Rate
Manual	8 readings per second
Scan Mode	250 readings per second
Scan bar display	10 to 33 readings per second
Additional Features
Additional Features
Differential Mode
Limit alarm mode
Selectable resolution
B-Scan display speed	10 to 200 readings per second
Calibration setups	64 custom user-definable setups, transferable to and from a PC archive
Gates	•3 adjustable gates, depending on measure mode selected •Adjustable threshold
Pulser Type	Square wave pulser with adjustable pulse width (spike, thin, wide) Adjustable 200 volt pulser: 100, 150 & 200 volts Pulse repetition frequency up to 250Hz
Gain	Manual or Automatic Gain Control (AGC) with 110dB range, varies with mode selected Time Dependent Gain (TDG), with variable start and slope Adjustable damping (35, 50, 75, 300, 600 & 1500ohms)
Timing	Precision TCXO timing with single shot 100 MHz 8 bit ultra-low power digitizer
Memory and Data Logging	4GB internal memory Sequential and grid logging Alpha numeric batch identification OBSTRUCT indicates inaccessible locations Bitmap graphic capture and capture viewer
Calibration Options	Single, two point, velocity and material type
Transducer Probe Type	Single element with delay tip, pencil with delay tip and contact probes
Transducer Frequency Range	1 - 25MHz
Transducer Recognition	manual - selectable from a list
Display	1/8” VGA (greyscale), 62 x 45.7mm (2.4 x 1.8”) viewable area
Display Refresh Rate	25Hz
Units (selectable)	mm or inches
LED Backlight	on / off / auto
Repeatability / Stability Indicator
Low Battery Indicator
Battery Save Mode	Auto
Transducer Connector Type	LEMO
Interface	USB

Technical Information

Technical Specification

Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

Part Number	Description	Certificate
PG70ABDL	Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge
Transducer Probe Type	Single element with delay tip, pencil with delay tip and contact probes
Measurement Range¹
Interface Echo (IE) on steel	1.27 - 25.4mm (0.050 - 1.0”)
Interface Echo (IE) on plastic	0 - 0.127mm (0.005“)
Echo Echo (contact) (EE) on steel	2.54 - 91.4mm (0.100 - 36”)
Pulse Echo (contact) (PE) on steel	1 - 9,140mm (0.040 - 360”)
Echo Echo Verified (EEV) on steel	2.54 - 152.4mm (0.100 - 6.0”)
Interface Echo Echo (IEE) on steel	0.152 - 12.7mm (0.006 - 0.500”)
Measurement Accuracy¹	0.001mm (0.0001”)
Resolution	0.01mm (0.001”), 0.001mm (0.0001”) selectable
Velocity Calibration Range	309.88 - 18,542 m/s (0.0122 - 0.7300 in/μs)
Memory	4GB internal memory
Operating Temperature	-10 to 60ºC (14 to 140ºF)
Data Output	USB
Power Supply	3 x AA batteries and via USB
Battery Life²	Alkaline–35 hrs Nicad–10 hrs NI-MH–35hrs
Gauge Weight	383g (13.5oz) - including batteries
Gauge Dimensions	63.5 x 165 x 31.5mm (2.5 x 6.5 x 1.24”)
Packing List	Elcometer NDT PG70ABDL gauge, couplant, carry case, operating instructions, test certificate, 3 x AA batteries, ElcoMaster^® software, transfer cable

●Test Certificate supplied as standard
¹Measuring range & accuracy depends on material, surface conditions and the transducer selected
²Approximate battery life, when in continuous measurement mode.

Standards
- Standards
  
  Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge
  
  ASTM E 797, EN 14127, EN 15317
Downloads
- Downloads
  Elcometer PG70ABDL Precision Thickness Gauge Instruction Manual
  
  Elcometer PG70ABDL Precision Thickness Gauge Datasheet
  
  PG70ABDL Precision Thickness Gauge Declaration of Conformity
Part Numbers
- Part Numbers
  
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Accessories
- Accessories
  
  Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge
  - Ultrasonic Couplant; 120ml (4fl oz) bottle
    
    Part Number: TC-24034-1
  - Ultrasonic Couplant; 360ml (12fl oz) bottle
    
    Part Number: TC-24034-2
  - Ultrasonic Couplant; 4.5L (1 gallon)
    
    Part Number: TC-24034-3
  - High Temperature Ultrasonic Couplant; 60ml (2fl oz)
    
    Part Number: TC-24034-9
  - T/Cable: 1.2m (4') Single Lemo 00 to BNC
    
    Part Number: TL-24030-1
  - T/Cable: 1.2m (4') Single Lemo 00 to Lemo 00
    
    Part Number: TL-24030-2
  - T/Cable: 1.2m (4') Single Lemo 00 to Microdot
    
    Part Number: TL-24030-3
  - RS232 Cable 1.8m (6'); DB-9 to Lemo
    
    Part Number: TL-24031
  - USB to Serial Converter
    
    Part Number: TL-24032
  - Cone Tip Delay Line: Acrylic; 1/8"
    
    Part Number: TD-24033-1
  - Cone Tip Delay Line: Acrylic; 3/16"
    
    Part Number: TD-24033-2
  - Cone Tip Delay Line: Graphite; 3/16"
    
    Part Number: TD-24033-3
  - Delay Line Tip (Pencil): Acrylic; 1/16" Dia x 0.45" L
    
    Part Number: TD-24033-4
  - Delay Line Tip (Pencil): Acrylic; 1/8" Dia x 0.45" L
    
    Part Number: TD-24033-5
  - Delay Line Tip: Acrylic; 1/4" Dia x 1/2" L
    
    Part Number: TD-24033-6
  - Delay Line Tip: Acrylic; 1/4" Dia x 3/8" L
    
    Part Number: TD-24033-7
  - Delay Line Tip: Graphite; 1/4"
    
    Part Number: TD-24033-8
  - 6" Ext Wand for S/E Microdot Transducers
    
    Part Number: TZ-24035

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Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

The PG70ABDL Precision Thickness Gauge can display the thickness value with A and B-Scan displays, allowing users to accurately assess a wide range of materials.

Elcometer PG70ABDL Precision Thickness Gauge

Accuracy

Measures thin materials with pinpoint accuracy

Flexible & easy to use, the Elcometer PG70ABDL is able to measure the thinnest point of the substrate with maximum precision.

Powerful

Store each measurement for further analysis

Up to 4GB of readings and waveforms can be saved into the gauge memory as each measurement is taken, which can be downloaded later into an inspection application or into ElcoMaster^® Software for further analysis and reporting.

Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

Intelligent

User definable limits for pass/fail indication

Limits can be set on the Elcometer PG70ABDL for individual readings or for each batch with audible & visual alarms.

Customisable

Choose & customise the reading display

With a choice of display modes, the user can select the most appropriate option for their needs; Readings, Selected Statistics, Bar Graph, Run Chart & Differential Mode.

Summary

Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

The Elcometer PG70ABDL offers user selectable resolution of either 0.01mm or 0.001mm (0.001/0.0001").

The auto find feature locates the detection point(s) and adjusts the display settings to bring the waveform into view.

The high speed scan feature on the PG70ABDL precision thickness gauge speeds up the inspection process by taking 250 measurements per second. Remove the transducer from the test material and display the minimum measurement scanned.

Features:

0.001mm high resolution
Range of display options: A-Scan, B-Scan, Pulse-Echo, Echo-Echo
Manual or AGC gain control with 110dB range, varies with mode selected
Automatic gain control (AGC)
User definable setups
Multiple language display
Visual and audible alarm with high and low limit settings for specific application tolerances.
Multiple calibration and material selection options
High speed scan: 250 readings per second
Differential mode
Minimal thickness alarm
Data output and storage: 4GB internal memory
Data management software

Downloads

Elcometer PG70ABDL Precision Thickness Gauge Instruction Manual
Elcometer PG70ABDL Precision Thickness Gauge Datasheet
PG70ABDL Precision Thickness Gauge Declaration of Conformity

Key Features

Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

Features Explained

Repeatability / Stability Indicator

Consisting of 6 vertical bars, when all the bars are fully illuminated and the last digit on the digital thickness value is stable, the gauge is reliably measuring the material thickness.

High Speed Scan with Minimum Thickness Display

By significantly increasing the measurement refresh rate this mode allows the user to make scanned passes over the test material. The smallest thickness value is held in memory and displayed when scanning is complete. This feature can also be used in conjunction with the minimum & maximum limit alarm feature (model dependant).

Differential Mode

Once a user defined nominal thickness value has been set, the gauge will display the +/- thickness difference from the nominal value entered.

Limit Alarm Mode

The user can define minimum and maximum thickness limits. If the measurement falls outside the upper or lower limit a red LED will light and the beeper sounds. A green LED will light to indicate an acceptable thickness.

V-Path Correction

Dual element transducers consist of a probe with two crystals (one to transmit and one to receive the sound pulse). The crystals are separated by an acoustic barrier - generating a 'V-shaped' sound path as the sound travels from one element to the other. This path is slightly longer than the direct path therefore V-path correction is used to calculate the correct thickness.

Measurement Modes Explained

Pulse - Echo Mode (PE):
The normal display mode, measures the total thickness from the base of the transducer probe to the material density boundary (typically the back wall). Ideal for pit and flaw detection.

Echo - Echo Mode (EE):
Also known as the ThruPaint™ Mode, EE ignores the coating thickness, displaying the material thickness from the top surface of the material to the material density boundary.

Interface - Echo Mode (IE):
More accurate than the PE mode, IE displays the total thickness from the top surface to the material density boundary - i.e. ignores the couplant thickness.

Display Modes Explained

Material Thickness Digits Display:

The standard display on all models, this displays the numerical thickness value in either millimetres (MM) or inches (IN).

Scan Bar Display:

A linear graphic display which allows users to graphically monitor changes in thickness readings. As the scale range can be adjusted by the user, this display is ideal for observing tiny variations in material thicknesses.

B-Scan Display:

A time based cross sectional 2D block view of the thickness provides a graphical view of the material thickness - ideal for relative depth analysis.

A-Scan Display; Full Wave (RF):

The A-Scan display shows the sine wave created by the reflected sound, or oscillation, from the material being measured. In RF mode the full wave form is displayed.

A-Scan Display; Rectified (+ or -):

Users can select to view either the positive or the negative cycle of the full waveform (RF). This rectified (RECT) display shows the amplitude of the echo versus the transit time.

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Product Features

Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

Model & Part Number	PG70ABDL
Display Mode
Material thickness digits display
B-Scan cross sectional display
Combined B-Scan and digits display
Scan bar display
A-Scan display	+ Rectified, - Rectified, Full Waveform (RF)
Measurement Mode	PE, IE, EE, IEE, EEV
Measurement Rate
Manual	8 readings per second
Scan Mode	250 readings per second
Scan bar display	10 to 33 readings per second
Additional Features
Additional Features
Differential Mode
Limit alarm mode
Selectable resolution
B-Scan display speed	10 to 200 readings per second
Calibration setups	64 custom user-definable setups, transferable to and from a PC archive
Gates	•3 adjustable gates, depending on measure mode selected •Adjustable threshold
Pulser Type	Square wave pulser with adjustable pulse width (spike, thin, wide) Adjustable 200 volt pulser: 100, 150 & 200 volts Pulse repetition frequency up to 250Hz
Gain	Manual or Automatic Gain Control (AGC) with 110dB range, varies with mode selected Time Dependent Gain (TDG), with variable start and slope Adjustable damping (35, 50, 75, 300, 600 & 1500ohms)
Timing	Precision TCXO timing with single shot 100 MHz 8 bit ultra-low power digitizer
Memory and Data Logging	4GB internal memory Sequential and grid logging Alpha numeric batch identification OBSTRUCT indicates inaccessible locations Bitmap graphic capture and capture viewer
Calibration Options	Single, two point, velocity and material type
Transducer Probe Type	Single element with delay tip, pencil with delay tip and contact probes
Transducer Frequency Range	1 - 25MHz
Transducer Recognition	manual - selectable from a list
Display	1/8” VGA (greyscale), 62 x 45.7mm (2.4 x 1.8”) viewable area
Display Refresh Rate	25Hz
Units (selectable)	mm or inches
LED Backlight	on / off / auto
Repeatability / Stability Indicator
Low Battery Indicator
Battery Save Mode	Auto
Transducer Connector Type	LEMO
Interface	USB

Technical Specification

Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

Part Number	Description	Certificate
PG70ABDL	Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge
Transducer Probe Type	Single element with delay tip, pencil with delay tip and contact probes
Measurement Range¹
Interface Echo (IE) on steel	1.27 - 25.4mm (0.050 - 1.0”)
Interface Echo (IE) on plastic	0 - 0.127mm (0.005“)
Echo Echo (contact) (EE) on steel	2.54 - 91.4mm (0.100 - 36”)
Pulse Echo (contact) (PE) on steel	1 - 9,140mm (0.040 - 360”)
Echo Echo Verified (EEV) on steel	2.54 - 152.4mm (0.100 - 6.0”)
Interface Echo Echo (IEE) on steel	0.152 - 12.7mm (0.006 - 0.500”)
Measurement Accuracy¹	0.001mm (0.0001”)
Resolution	0.01mm (0.001”), 0.001mm (0.0001”) selectable
Velocity Calibration Range	309.88 - 18,542 m/s (0.0122 - 0.7300 in/μs)
Memory	4GB internal memory
Operating Temperature	-10 to 60ºC (14 to 140ºF)
Data Output	USB
Power Supply	3 x AA batteries and via USB
Battery Life²	Alkaline–35 hrs Nicad–10 hrs NI-MH–35hrs
Gauge Weight	383g (13.5oz) - including batteries
Gauge Dimensions	63.5 x 165 x 31.5mm (2.5 x 6.5 x 1.24”)
Packing List	Elcometer NDT PG70ABDL gauge, couplant, carry case, operating instructions, test certificate, 3 x AA batteries, ElcoMaster^® software, transfer cable

Standards

Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

ASTM E 797, EN 14127, EN 15317

Part Numbers

Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge
- Part Number : PG70ABDL

Accessories

Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

Ultrasonic Couplant; 120ml (4fl oz) bottle

Part Number: TC-24034-1
Ultrasonic Couplant; 360ml (12fl oz) bottle

Part Number: TC-24034-2
Ultrasonic Couplant; 4.5L (1 gallon)

Part Number: TC-24034-3
High Temperature Ultrasonic Couplant; 60ml (2fl oz)

Part Number: TC-24034-9
T/Cable: 1.2m (4') Single Lemo 00 to BNC

Part Number: TL-24030-1
T/Cable: 1.2m (4') Single Lemo 00 to Lemo 00

Part Number: TL-24030-2
T/Cable: 1.2m (4') Single Lemo 00 to Microdot

Part Number: TL-24030-3
RS232 Cable 1.8m (6'); DB-9 to Lemo

Part Number: TL-24031
USB to Serial Converter

Part Number: TL-24032
Cone Tip Delay Line: Acrylic; 1/8"

Part Number: TD-24033-1
Cone Tip Delay Line: Acrylic; 3/16"

Part Number: TD-24033-2
Cone Tip Delay Line: Graphite; 3/16"

Part Number: TD-24033-3
Delay Line Tip (Pencil): Acrylic; 1/16" Dia x 0.45" L

Part Number: TD-24033-4
Delay Line Tip (Pencil): Acrylic; 1/8" Dia x 0.45" L

Part Number: TD-24033-5
Delay Line Tip: Acrylic; 1/4" Dia x 1/2" L

Part Number: TD-24033-6
Delay Line Tip: Acrylic; 1/4" Dia x 3/8" L

Part Number: TD-24033-7
Delay Line Tip: Graphite; 1/4"

Part Number: TD-24033-8
6" Ext Wand for S/E Microdot Transducers

Part Number: TZ-24035

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Elcometer PG70ABDL Ultrasonic Precision Thickness Gauge

The PG70ABDL Precision Thickness Gauge can display the thickness value with A and B-Scan displays, allowing users to accurately assess a wide range of materials.