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Krautkramer USN 58L & 58R
Portable Ultrasonic Flaw Detectors
Documentation and recording More measurement capability options • DGS (Distance Gain Size) Option dis-
• Store & preview a minimum of 200 • 40 dB dynamic multiple curve DAC/ plays a curve for a particular equiva-
user–named data sets with A-scans for TCG Option corrects for distance/am- lent reflector size as a function of the
quick recall and instrument setup. plitude variations from material loss distance from the probe to the reflector
• Alphanumeric Thickness Datalogger and beam spread with ability to edit or for 25 narrowbanded probes. The ERS
for flexible, convenient storage of insert recorded echoes individually. Up (equivalent reflector size) function
thickness readings in Linear, Grid, to four DAC curves can be drawn on automatically calculates the corre-
or Custom–Linear file structures with the screen at one time to show +/- dB sponding equivalent reflector diameter
user–input filenames, location I.D.’s, curves in addition to the originally in mm or in inches for any echo in the
notes, memo, and header fields. recorded DAC curve. Up to 16 data measurement gate.
points can be recorded with a maxi-
mum curve slope of 12 dB per micro-
second. Meets or exceeds industry
requirements for TCG.

With “live” A–scan shows all important data on one screen • VGA Output Option (USN 58L)
• UltraDOC 4 software program for provides an easy way to connect to a
DAC Curve with 6 dB offset multiple curves PC monitor or PC projector for viewing
bi–directional communication with a
PC for easy storage of data sets with • IF (Interface) Gate Option for automatic by large audiences or training purposes.
A–scan and documentation of test start of the display, Gate A, Gate B,
• RF Output Option outputs the raw RF
results. and / or DAC / TCG for immersion test-
waveform via a standard Lemo connec-
ing applications. IF Advanced allows an
• Reports with A–scans are output tor for further analysis.
advanced user to make interface offset
directly to a variety of printers. • HiSPD High Speed Digital Output Option
adjustments and display the actual
outputs amplitude or thickness values
water path distance for immersion ap-
at 20 times faster than RS232 port.
plications.
• BEA (Backwall Echo Attenuator) Option
allows independent gain control of the
region under Gate B for backwall echo
monitoring.

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The USN 58L and 58R... Your choice...58L for optimum visibility in direct sunlight
same portability & durability with more performance! or the 58R for optimum indoor visibility and cold outdoor use
The USN 58L and 58R offer users a Square Wave Pulser selectable and • “Spin and Set” operation with fast USN 58L with color transflective Digital Advantages • Four digital display boxes along with a
choice of a transreflective “color” LCD tunable for optimum probe matching to rotary knob adjustments; gain is always LCD display! Vibrant Colors in Bright • Trigonometric Flaw Location Function large display box simultaneously dis-
for optimum viewing in direct sunlight satisfy a wide range of tough-to-penetrate directly accessible with the left–hand Sunlight with curvature correction automatically play the most important test informa-
or a hi-brite EL display for optimum cold applications (USN 58L only). rotary knob and lockable. • Optimum visibility in direct sunlight. calculates depth, surface distance, and tion along with the A–scan waveform.
climate and indoor use. A 60 Hz update • Auto CAL makes calibration fast & easy. sound path to flaw along with the Color • Behind–the–Freeze mode allows
Now, either spike or “square wave pulser” • 400 x 240 pixels - 4 color schemes
rate and “single shot” measurement tech- Leg (USN 58L only) of the inspection dynamic time base adjustments on
is user selectable from the front panel. and 8 A-Scan colors to match lighting
nique produce a fast, smooth response. when using angle beam probes. frozen echoes.
• Spike pulsers are still preferred for conditions.
They replace the popular models USN • Gate Magnify key expands the selected
everyday use. • Backlite key on front panel for indoor • Color Leg (patent pending) allows easy
50R, 50L, 52R and 52L with improved gate to full screen width for detailed
use. identification of leg and skip distances
displays, more performance, and ad- • For low frequencies, square wave indication evaluation.
for weld inspection.
vanced capabilities. pulsers allow optimum probe matching
• On–screen Help Text readily accessed
by adjusting pulse width and voltage.
Fast rotary knob operation, trigonometric by pressing a dedicated key on front
flaw location calculations with curva- • Difficult to penetrate metallic ap- panel.
ture correction, AWS D1.1 weld rating plications and especially non-metals
• Freeze Modes for all applications:
calculation and the new color leg make inspection like composite materials are • 65 selectable material velocities at the
ALL, Peak Std, Compare, Envelope,
them ideal instruments for portable weld optimized. user’s fingertips.
Envelope Peak for optimum waveform
inspection. A 480” measurement range • Pulse width is tunable up to 1000 • .040” to 480” (1 to 12,192 mm) evaluation and comparison.
in steel, .25 to 25 MHz frequency capa- nanoseconds in 10 ns steps for opti- range in steel covers thin to lengthy
bility, two independent flaw gates, 2 kHz mum probe matching and versatility in acoustically clean materials.
New “Color Leg” indicator displays the legs of the angle
pulse repetition frequency, and real-time meeting a wide range of applications. • 2 independent gates monitor ampli- beam inspection in different colors
analog and TTL outputs provide maximum • Pulser voltage is adjustable from 50 to tude and sound path distance for both USN 58R with hi-brite EL display! • GRID dynamically changes bands of
versatility to satisfy a wide range of test- 450 V in 10 V steps. flaw detection and thickness measure-
Crisp, Clear EL Display display background colors for each leg.
ing applications. ment applications.
The pulser width and voltage can be • Easy to read from any position or angle.
The quality, durability, dependability and • A-Scan dynamically changes the color
easily optimized to match the probe for • 250 KHz to 25 MHz capability with 10
• Choose reverse video mode for outdoor for each leg of the “live” A-Scan.
ease of use that you have come to expect best performance. selectable frequency ranges to match
use or to relieve boredom & eye fatigue.
of Krautkramer’s popular USN Series of probe for optimum performance. • Weld Rating Calculation simplifies the
Rugged USN durability, fast rotary knob • Operates down to -20°C / -4°F Freeze compare in different colors (USN 58L)
instruments remains. rating of weld indications according to
operation, outstanding ultrasonic perfor- • Exclusive Smartview function displays
• Select low or high intensity to match AWS Specification D1.1. (inch or mm) • dB Step key with 6 settings including
mance, and now “square wave pulser” the most important information (rel-
lighting conditions. (Formula D = A – B – C). a user specified gain setting for fast,
and “color leg” combine to form a power- evant shot) for critical scanning tests.
easy gain adjustments.
ful portable ultrasonic inspection tool. • Three Variable Persistence Modes
• Lock Key (USN 58L) and lock in the
(USN 58L) are selectable in Freeze
dB step menu locks. Both rotary knobs
Envelope to visually assist flaw detec-
can easily be locked to prevent inad-
tion & evaluation for scanning and
vertent changes.
moving part inspections.
• dB REF Key evaluates subsequent
• Real time (single shot) analog and
echoes gain value and amplitude
TTL outputs handle a wide range of
against the highest echo in Gate A
systems applications.
(reference echo) when activated.
• 15 to 2000 Hz pulse repetition frequency
• Zoom key expands the A–scan across
with AutoLOW and AutoHIGH settings,
the entire screen for a close–up view of
Manual adjustment in 5 Hz increments,
the echo dynamics.
and external trigger (spike mode only).
Square wave pulser with tunable
pulse width solves composite testing applications.