Dakota CMX10-DL Full Wave Capture Thickness Gauge

Product Description

This is not just another A- Scan thickness gauge, this is an A- Scan gauge with full wave recording, B- Scan, TCG and 2nd layer, corrosion & precision thickness in one easy to use, affordable gauge.
The Dakota CMX10-DL Full Wave Capture Thickness Gauge is easy to navigate, simple to set up, all functions and features can be selected from the Menu icon. Create up to 50 custom setups for routine thickness inspections.
The Dakota CMX10-DL A-Scan Thickness Gauge boosts confidence in probability of detection (POD) through visual waveform analysis, signal optimization tools, and stability indicators that help inspectors verify and reduce false negatives on defects like pits or corrosion.

Useful variables such as transducer information, calibration methods, dates and calibration times can all be recorded, ensuring a high degree of consistency and repeatability.
A-Scan and B-Scan recording lets inspectors visualize the material profile, review scans and accurately locate corrosion, pits and other defects.
Enhanced Time Corrected Gain (TCG) and Backwall Echo Attenuation (BEA), plus flexible filtering and averaging, helps bring out critical signals in noisy or attenuative materials.

Features

  • Touchscreen and button keypad supports operation in the harshest environments.
  •  Heavy duty, rubberized, impact resistant, dust and waterproof case up to IP65.
  •  Up to 20,000 A-Scans on 128MB internal storge or approximately 5 million on a 32GB external memory card.
  • Up to 15 hours battery life with LI-Ion Rechargeable Smart Battery or Mains Power Supply.
  • Enhanced Time Corrected Gain (TCG) & Backwall Echo Attenuation (BEA), improving detection of porosity, inclusions, and cracks.
  • Compatible with DakMaster™ for instant report generation and firmware updates.

Time Corrected Gain (TCG)

Improve possibility of detection

 

Time Corrected Gain (TCG) and filtering lets you lift later echoes without saturating the near surface. That is useful on rough or heavily corroded backwalls where the important echoes are weak and buried in noise.

Backwall Echo Attenuation (BEA) – enables on screen monitoring of backwall signal amplitude. A drop in backwall amplitude indicates an issue, useful in composite inspections and many other materials.

 

Second Layer Inspection

Less intrusive inspection better remaining life assessment

 

The second layer/cladding measurement feature is about seeing the true condition of the base metal and liner separately.

 

The gauge interprets multiple echoes so it can distinguish the outer wall from the inner liner or cladding layer beneath. In practice, that means you can get one reading for total wall and another that represents the remaining thickness of the inner liner, or outer liner, even when it is behind a coating or outer shell.

 

Crack Prove-Up Capability

Fast confirmation of critical flaw

 

High-resolution, accurate crack prove-up capability for fast confirmation of critical flaws, even in complex geometries.

The Dakota CMX10-DL Thickness Gauge increases the probability of detection of hard to detect pits and cracks using traditional angle transducer inspection methods, to supporting confident fitness-for-service decisions.

 

Image Collect

For guided inspection locations

 

Upload a custom photo or CAD model of the part via DakMaster™ and then tap on that image to drive the next measurement location directly on the gauge itself.

 

Internal Defect

With point-to-point measurement

 

B-Scan supports additional identification of defects in a composite layer beyond that of a traditional A- Scan gauge.

Cursors for point to point measurement provide accurate depth measurement.

 

Overlay Comparison

Identify differences in waveforms

 

The Dakota CMX10-DL ultrasonic thickness gauge can help identify differences in waveform signal patterns to indicate changes in structure or areas of concern.

 

Product Features

ModelCMX10-DL
Screen Displayed Range592mm (steel)
Measurement Range

PE: 0.007” to 58.3” (0.18mm to 1480mm) (probe dependant), EE: 0.007” to 23.3” (0.18mm to 592mm) (probe dependant), EEV: 0.007” to 11.7” (0.18mm to 296mm) (probe dependant), 2nd Layer Thickness (PE2): 0.007” to 58.3” (0.18mm to 1480mm) (probe dependant), 2nd Layer Thickness ThruPaint™ (EE2): 0.007” to 23.3” (0.18mm to 592mm) (probe dependant)

 

Velocity Calibration Range0.0079 to 0.7874 in/μs / (200 to 20000 m/sec)
Transmitter PulseSquare

Transmitter Pulse Voltage

(peak-to-peak)

50 – 200V (User Adjustable in 1Volt steps)
Pulse Rise Time<10 ns
Pulse Duration25 to 250nS (Dependent on probe frequency)
Gain Control0-74dB in 0.1dB steps features: Time Controlled Gain, Auto80
Transducer Frequency Range1 – 20MHz
Measurement Accuracy0.001” (±0.01mm) or ±1% of Reading (whichever is largest) *@ 5MHz 1/4” on Steel.
Measurement Resolution±0.0001” (±0.001mm)
Min & Max Measurement(Steel @ 5920m/s) Minimum: 0.007” (0.18mm) Maximum: 23.3” (592mm) (Delay: 0.1” – 35” (-3mm – 888mm))
Calibration OptionsZero (using the integral zero disc) , 1 – point, 2 – point , Custom Velocity, Preset Material
GatesFlank, Zero-Cross, Peak
Number Gates1-3 Depending on Mode Selected
Filter SettingsLow Pass (10Mhz, 20Mhz, 30Mhz), High Pass (0.5Mhz, 2.5Mhz, 5Mhz) & Broadband
Time Corrected Gain (TCG)Ramp, Curve (up to 16 points)
Pulse Repetition Frequencies (PRFs)2KHz
Back Wall Echo Suppression 
V-path / dual path error correctionAutomatically corrects for V-path (Dakota NDT transducers only)
DakMaster Software™ 
DakMaster™ Mobile App 
Transducer Probe TypeDual Contact, Single Contact, Single Delay, Angular (Prove Up)
Auto Detect & Transducer Set UpFeature compatible with ODU style Transducers
Display800 x 480 pixels, Colour, Touchscreen, Graphical, TFT Display
Display Refresh Rate60Hz
Waveform Refresh Rate20Hz (50ms)
Display & Recall FacilitiesNumerical Reading, A- Scan, B- Scan and Video Recordings can be stored and retrieved in Data logs
A-ScanRectified +/-, RF, Full Wave
B-ScanTimed Includes Recording and Analysis with 2 Curser Measurement
Differential Mode 
Display FreezeFreeze Screen and Overlay Signal on Screen
Expanded GateExpand signal displayed under gate
Transducer Stability IndicatorSpeed 20Hz (50ms)
Display Colour InversionA- Scan Sunlight Assist
Brightness AdjustManual and automatic screen brightness level adjustment
Display ConfigurationsA-Scan, Statistics, Live Reading, Grid, Image Collect
Image Collect LibraryPart Display Images (Multiple Formats)
Screen Share & ControlRemote Viewing Feature with Control
Data OutputUSB and Bluetooth® LE Data Output
Log FormatsSequential, Grid, Recording, Amplitude/Depth Colour Options
Screen CaptureOn Gauge and Screen view function in DakMaster™
Note AbilityOBSTRUCT to indicate inaccessible, with notes
Full Traceability FeatureSet Up Library, Transducer Library, Calibration Library
Data Log File Format OptionsProjects, Folders, Individual Files

Technical Specifications

Specifications

Part NumberDescription
CMX10-DLDakota CMX10-DL Full Wave Capture Thickness Gauge
Operation of Gauge ControlsKeypad Only, Touchscreen Only or Keypad & Touchscreen Combined Control
Gauge Dimensions180 x 105 x 50mm
Gauge Weight872g
Operating Temperature-10 to 50ºC
Probe Sockets Type(s)1/2 x Lemo-00 1x ODU Smart Port
Power SupplyLI-Ion – Rechargeable Smart Battery or Mains Power Supply
Battery Life9 to 15 hrs (Dependant on usage)
Ingress Protection (IP)Dust tight and protected against low power water jets in any direction; equivalent to IP65
CertificationCalibration Certificate
Warranty1 year limited
ManufactureMade in the United Kingdom

Packing List

  • Ultrasonic Couplant; 1 x 120m
  • Power Supply (UK, EU, US) Adapters
  • Rechargeable Battery
  • Hand Strap x1
  • Extension straps x2
  • Screen Protector x 1
  • USB Cable
  • Calibration Certificate
  • User Guide
  • DakMaster™ Software Download Card
  • Transit Case

Data Sheet

Accessories

 

Screen Protector, Pack of 5

Part Number: T92033669

Hand Strap (incl extension pieces)

Part Number: T92033670

Transit Case

Part Number: T92033673

USB Cable

Part Number: T92033668

 

  

Rechargeable Battery Pack

Li-Ion 10.8V, 3.35Ah,36.2Wh

Part Number: T92033672

Power Supply with UK, EU & US Adapters

Part Number: T92033671

  

Instruction Manual