Low To Intermediate Temperature Couplant
Intermediate Temperature NDT Couplant
SuperSonix
Intermediate Temperature NDT Couplant
The best water-based high-performance couplant with a broad operating range and slow evaporation rate.
Looking for a slower evaporation rate, try EchoPure.
| Operating Range | -10° to 220°F (-23° to 104°C) |
| Viscosity | Medium flowable gel |
| Halogens and Sulfur | Less than 50 ppm |
| pH | 8.0 nominal at 20°C |
Compliance: ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (T-533), ASTM F519, NAVSHIPS 250-1500,Nuclear grade (less than 50 ppm Halogens & Sulfur)
EchoPure
Intermediate Temperature NDT Couplant
EchoPure is the couplant of choice for Phased Array UT Inspection (PAUT). EchoPure improves defect reproducibility by eliminating dry spots under the wedge and the resulting noise and artifacts.
The most universal water-soluble | water-free UT couplant and the couplant of choice for Phased Array Manual UT inspection. Very Slow drying and ideal for cold and elevated temperature inspections.
EchoPure is an ideal couplant for very cold inspection (liquid gas piping and refrigerant lines) and will not frost or attenuate at temperatures as low as -60°F.
| Operating Range | -60°F to 350°F (-51°C to 176°C) |
| Viscosity | Low- fluid Medium -fluid High-stiff gel like fluid |
| Auto Ignition Temperature | 700°F / 371°C |
| Corrosion Characteristics | Meets ASTM F519 Very good |
| Halogens and Sulfur | Less than 50 ppm |
Compliance: ASTM F519, FAA-AC # 25-29 (glycerin-free), NAVSHIPS 250-1500, Nuclear grade (less than 50 ppm Halogens & Sulfur), P91 Steel Inspection – meets requirement for a water-free couplant, SME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (T-533)
Ultrasonix
Intermediate Temperature NDT Couplant
Meets FAA Advisory Circular AC 25-29 which states: Procedures need to ensure glycerin is not used on aluminum materials, as it may cause corrosion.
UltraSoniX is a high-performance couplant, available in two viscosities: High viscosity couplant remains in place on vertical and overhead surfaces. Medium viscosity for spreading.
No glycerin is required for carbon fibre composites.
| Operating Range | 10°F to 220°F (-12°C to 104.4°C) |
| Viscosity | Medium (standard) ~60,000 cps, flowable gel High ~ 165,000 cps, stiff gel |
| Halogens and Sulfur | Less than 50 ppm |
| pH | 8.0 nominal at 20°C |
Compliance: ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (T-533), ASTM F519, Conforms to FAA Circular Advisory AC No: 25-29, NAVSHIPS 250 – 1500, Nuclear grade (less than 50 ppm Halogens & Sulfur)
Echo Track
Intermediate Temperature NDT Couplant
Easier removal with water wash, not film-forming.
Removal: Wipe with wet or dry paper, cloth rag or water wash.
The lowest price, high-performance gel ultrasonic couplant. Available in high and medium viscosity with improved resistance to corrosion salts.
Safety / Environment and operator friendly – no formaldehydes, nitrates, nitrites or glycol ethers.
| Operating Range | 18°F to 180°F (-8°C to 82°C) |
| Viscosity | Standard (medium: flowable gel) High (stiff gel, stays in place) |
| Halogens and Sulfur | Less than 50 ppm |
| pH | 8.0 nominal at 20°C |
Compliance: ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (T-533), FAA AC #25-29 (Glycerin-free), NAVSHIPS 250-1500, Nuclear grade (less than 50 ppm Halogen & Sulfur)
Sonix
Intermediate Temperature NDT Couplant
Slow drying for an extended inspection time.
Completely salt stable; will not thin with corrosion, marine environment, or highway infrastructure subjected to de-icing salts.
The best choice for a low cost general purpose ultrasonic couplant with a strong film strength that is slow drying.
Good ferrous corrosion inhibition; compatible with most metals, plastics, and composites.
Safety: environmentally benign.
Environment and operator-friendly – no formaldehyde, nitrates, or nitrites.
| Operating Range | 18°F to 120°F (-8°C to 50°C) for most flaw detection and thickness gaging applications. |
| Viscosity | Medium: 40,000 cps LVT Spindle 4 @ 6 rpm |
| Halogens and Sulfur | Less than 50 ppm |
| pH | 8.0 nominal at 20°C |
Compliance: ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (T-533), ASTM F519, FAA AC #25-29 (Glycerin-free), NAVSHIPS 250-1500
Glycerin Couplant
Intermediate Temperature NDT Couplant
GE approved for GFM56-7B engine fan blade inspection (GLY-16 lot 205
Can be used as a general purpose couplant, and is especially suited for rough surfaces and highly attenuating materials.
| Operating Range | 65° to 500°F 18° to 260°C |
| Viscosity | Low viscosity fluid |
| Halogens and Sulfur | Less than 50 ppm |
| Corrosion Charateristic | Can be corrosive to carbon steel and aluminum. No corrosion effects in most plastics, fiberglass, or composites. |