Ultragel couplants and crack comparators are important in NDT of materials and structures

Checking surfaces and component for defects is an important part of safety across a range of industries. Ultragel II is a silicone-free industry leading ultrasonic couplant that possesses an array of chemical characteristics required for non-destructive material testing.  It is perfect for detecting flaws, estimating thickness, acoustic emission and flow metering.  Ultragel II finds application in many industries including nuclear, aerospace and power plants. Whether you need to test for embrittlement  on steel, aluminum erosion or composite adhesion, Ultragel II is the recommended NDT couplant to help you get the results you need.

MX Industrial is a leading supplier and provider of NDT equipment, Ultragel couplants and Magnaflux products.

Cracks in components and structures can arise from normal wear and tear, fatigue or even from welding and related defects. Cracks in masonry can spoil a building architecture and can cause leaks and even result in structural weakness.  Cracks whether in building structures or other components need to be monitored and corrected before they get worse and present safety and related concerns.  Whether a crack is too wide and presents a risk depends on the material and its application.

Detecting cracks in steel bridges is definitely an important safety procedure and critical to a safe highway and road system. Inadequate crack detection can result in serious accidents with catastrophic results.

Most investigators or inspectors use a crack comparator to measure and monitor cracks. The device is easy to use and accurate enough for most tasks.

When you need to measure cracks in increments from 0.005″ to 0.125″ or in metric units ranging from 0.2mm to 3.0mm, you need a quality crack comparator that complies with Pratt & Whitney standards. Whether you need to measure cracks in concrete and masonry structures or in steel structures, you need reliable equipment and suitable crack comparator.