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Ultrasonic material thickness gauge TU-US PROFESSIONAL MEASURING English version Operating instructions Ultrasonic material thickness gauge Version 2024-05 TU_US-BA-e-2430...
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English SAUTER TU-US Ultrasonic material thickness gauge Operating instructions Ultrasonic material thickness gauge Version 2024-05 Table of contents: Technical data ........................... 3 Declaration of Conformity ....................... 4 Overview of the device......................5 Scope of delivery ........................5 Accessories available separately ....................5 Components ..........................
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9.12 System setting .......................... 25 9.13 System information ........................26 9.14 Backlit display ........................... 26 9.15 Auto Power Off ......................... 26 9.16 System reset ..........................26 9.17 Battery information ........................26 Battery operation / power supply ..................27 Interfaces ..........................28 Maintenance, servicing and disposal ...................
Declaration of Conformity The current EC/EU Declaration of Conformity can be found online at https://www.kern-sohn.com/shop/de/DOWNLOADS/ 4 | en TU_US-BA-e-2430...
Overview of the device Scope of delivery Operating instructions Main body Measuring probe (ATU-US10 90°) Coupling agent Transport case Operating instructions Screwdriver 2x AA alkaline battery Accessories available separately Measuring probe: ATU-US01 Measuring probe: ATU-US02 Measuring probe: ATB-US02 Data Pro for material thickness gauge Communication cable TU_US-BA-e-2430 en | 5...
Components 3.3.1 External device view Description Function of the Housing Measuring probe 3.3.2 Parts of the main body Description of the Communication socket Aluminium housing Harness mounting hole Battery cover Keypad LCD display Socket for US measuring probe (no polarity) Zero plate for US measuring probe Aluminium housing Explanation of the button symbols...
General functions A wide range of materials can be measured, including metals, plastics, ceramics, composites, glass and other ultrasonically conductive materials. Four transducers are available for specialised applications, including coarse grained material and high temperature applications. • Reset function of the measuring probe •...
Basic information (general) General information on warning notices Warnings are used in these operating instructions to warn you of possible personal injury or damage to property in certain situations. Signal word Description of the DANGER Failure to observe the instructions will lead directly to serious injury, permanent impairment (e.g.
Indicates a prescribed action Intended use The TU-US model is a digital ultrasonic material thickness gauge. It is based on the same operating principles as SONAR. The TU-US can be used to measure the thickness of a wide range of materials with an accuracy of up to 0.01mm or 0.001 inch.
Basic warnings and safety instructions Observe the notes in the operating instructions Read the operating instructions carefully before commissioning/using the appliance, even if you already have experience with SAUTER appliances. Always keep the instructions in the immediate vicinity of the appliance. Staff training The appliance may only be used by persons who have read and understood the operating instructions, in particular the chapter on safety.
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⚠ WARNING Choking hazard! Do not leave the packaging material lying around carelessly. It could become a dangerous toy for children. ● The appliance is not a toy and does not belong in the hands of children. ● This appliance can be dangerous if it is used improperly or not as intended by untrained persons! Observe the personnel qualifications! ⚠...
Transport and storage Hint If you store or transport the device improperly, the device may be damaged. Observe the information on transporting and storing the appliance. Transport When transporting the appliance, use the transport case included in the scope of delivery to protect the appliance from external influences.
On receipt of the appliance, you should first check that no damage has occurred in transit, that the outer packaging, the housing, other parts or even the appliance itself have not been damaged. If any damage is evident, please notify SAUTER GmbH immediately.
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particular test object. Some probes are too large to be used in a fixed environment. If the surface available for contact with the probe is limited, a probe with a small contact area is required. If you are measuring a curved surface, for example a drive cylinder wall, the contact surface of the measuring probe must also be adapted to this.
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Model Freq Diameter Measuring range Lower limit Description ATU- For thick, highly 3.0mm~300.0mm US01 damping or (steel) highly scattering 40mm (cast iron) materials 1.2mm~230.0mm (steel) Φ20mm×3.0mm Normal ATU- US09 measurement Φ20mm×3.0mm Normal ATU- 1.2mm~230.0mm US10 measurement (steel) /90° Φ15mm×2.0mm For thin or ATU- 0.75mm~80.0mm US02...
Menu Menu display Operating display Measured value Battery status Units Display Sound velocity Coupling display Measuring probe Group Measured value name number Function Description of the Battery status display Battery indicator Displays the pairing status; Coupling display This symbol must appear during the measurement. If this is not the case, it is not possible to measure.
Displays the current speed of sound Speed of sound The measured value appears on the display. ↑ Upper measurement limit has been reached Measured value ↓ Lower measurement limit was reached When the mm symbol lights up, the material thickness is measured in mm and the sound velocity in m/s.
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8.3.6 Deleting and exiting the menu Press to delete any changes and return to the previous screen page. 18 | en TU_US-BA-e-2430...
Basic operation Switching on and off When the device is switched on for the very first time, the model type, manufacturer information and serial number are displayed before the screen for the measurements appears. The device has a special memory in which all measurements are stored, even after switching off.
used. This ensures that the device is always set correctly. Pressing the button cancels the current zero setting. Speed of sound In order to be able to take exact measurements, this must be set to the speed of sound of the corresponding material. Different materials have different speeds of sound. If this is not done, all measurements will be incorrect by a certain percentage.
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9.4.2 Calibration with known sound velocity Note: For this procedure, the speed of sound of the material to be measured must be known. A table of the most common materials can be found in the appendix of these operating instructions. 1.
Measurements The measuring device always saves the last measured value until a new value is added. For the measuring probe to function properly, there must be no air bridges between its contact surface and the surface of the material to be measured. This is achieved with the ultrasonic gel, the "coupling agent".
Two-point calibration This procedure assumes that the user has two known material thickness points of the test material and that these are representative of the measuring range. 1. Coupling agent is applied to the material sample. 2. The US measuring probe is placed on it and the correct position of the measuring probe on the material sample is checked.
The following section describes how to create this option: 1. In the {Test Set} → {Tolerance Limit} menu, press the button to activate the command. 2. Use the button and the buttons to set the upper and lower limit values for the desired measured value. Press thebutton again to confirm and go to the actual menu or press the button to cancel the limit setting.
9.11.2 Edit measured values Press the button several times until {File name} appears on the display. The group number can be changed using the and buttons. Deletes the selected group Deletes all groups marks the selected group to save in it Leave dialogue Press the button several times until {Record count} appears on the display.
9.13 System information This function provides the most important information about the main part of the device and the firmware. The version changes when the firmware changes. 9.14 Backlit display This also allows you to work in dark surroundings. The backlight is activated and deactivated with the button as soon as the measuring device is switched on.
Observe the national and international transport regulations for devices with a permanently installed lithium-ion battery. Do not replace defective batteries yourself! Contact SAUTER or a specialist dealer directly. This device is equipped with two AA alkaline batteries. Please use the original battery and do not replace any other batteries to avoid damage to the device or other failures.
Interfaces The device is equipped with a USB 2.0 interface as standard. It can be connected to a PC using the optional cable. The measurement data stored in the device memory can be transferred via this cable. For detailed information on the communication software, please read the software manual.
Maintenance, servicing and disposal Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before carrying out any maintenance, cleaning or repair work. 12.1 Cleaning Clean the device with a damp, soft, lint-free cloth. Ensure that no moisture penetrates the housing. Do not use sprays, solvents, alcohol-based cleaners or abrasive cleaners, but only clear water to moisten the cloth.
Battery law Note in accordance with the Battery Act - BattG: INFORMATION • The following information is valid for Germany. In connection with the sale of batteries and rechargeable batteries, we are obliged as a dealer under the Battery Act to inform end users of the following: •...
14.2 Comments on the application 14.2.1 Measuring pipes and hose material If a piece of pipe is measured to determine the thickness of the pipe wall, the positioning of the measuring probe is important. If the diameter of the pipe is greater than 4 inches, the position of the measuring probe on the pipe should be such that the incision on the contact surface is perpendicular to the long axis of the pipe.
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An additional important factor when measuring coated materials is that any trapped air gap causes premature reflection of the ultrasonic beam. This is noticeable in a sudden decrease in material thickness. Whilst this prevents the accurate measurement of the overall material thickness, the user is positively alerted to air gaps in the coating. 14.2.4 Material suitability Ultrasonic material thickness measurements are based on sending sound through the material to be measured.
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