UltraScan
Wall & Concentricity Measurement Systems

UltraScan systems from Beta LaserMike provide on-line precision measurements of product wall thickness and concentricity, with an option for also measuring diameter and ovality. Using ultrasonic technology, UltraScan systems are able to make high-speed, non-contact measurements during production.

Depending on the application, UltraScan gauges are available to cover various product diameter and wall thickness sizes in both fixed and adjustable transducer distance styles. Each supports multiple transducers and is capable of measuring several layers.

Unique patented “Snap Technology” for automatic setup.

UltraScan DSP with “Snap Technology” automatically sets up the waveforms of all transducers, tracks tolerances to catch wall variations, and provides higher accuracy of average wall and concentricity measurements with assured repeatability. Capable of 25 µm (0.001 in.) wall thickness on tubes as small as 250 µm (0.010 in.).

High-speed tolerance checking. 

Finds short-term wall variations with high-speed tolerance checking option. UltraScan DSP sends details of each error to the DataPro 5000, including which transducers sent the error, max/min wall size during error, and which layer(s) contain the error.

Easy to install and use.

UltraScan is easy to setup, put into service, and operate. It provides flexible communication integration to UltraScan DSP with RS-232, DeviceNet, CANopen, and Profibus protocol support. Flexible mounting options available.

UltraScan systems are proven performers in a wide range of industries. These gauges are designed to effectively measure the wall thickness and concentricity of products with the highest accuracy. Industries include:

• Wire
• Cable
• Plastic Pipe
• Plastic Tube (including automotive and medical)
• And more...

Plastic Pipe Wall Thickness and Concentricity

Manufacturer uses UltraScan to accurately measure the wall thickness and concentricity of large diameter plastic pipe.

Plastic Pipe Wall Thickness and Concentricity

Manufacturer uses AccuScan to precisely determine the wall thickness and concentricity of extruded plastic pipe.

Plastic Pipe Wall Thickness and Concentricity

Manufacturer uses a six transducer UltraScan system to accurately measure the wall thickness and concentricity of plastic pipe.

Small Plastic Tube Wall Thickness (Automotive and Medical)

Automotive, medical, and small tube manufacturers use UltraScan to measure the tiniest tubes with ultra-thin walls. Patented “Snap Technology” provides automatic setup, tracks variations, and provides higher measurement accuracies to reduce scrap and increase product quality.

Plastic Tube Wall Thickness and Concentricity

Manufacturer uses UltraScan to precisely control tube wall thickness and concentricity. UltraScan reduces start-up time and decreases material usage, waste, and give away.

Wire Diameter, Wall and Eccentricity

Wire manufacturer uses UltraScan to measure the product diameter, insulation wall thickness, and eccentricity of conductor with the highest accuracy.

Wall Thickness and Concentricity of Advanced Plastic Tube Technology

A. Schulman Academy (a leading R&D center, in Kerpen, Germany) uses an UltraScan 1025 with DSP “Snap Technology” at the trough on the extrusion line to accurately measure the wall thickness and concentricity of innovative tube technology.

• The following technical information provides a range of performance data across all models. 
  For specific product details to meet your unique application needs, please refer to our data sheets.

• Pipe Applications

  • Models: UltraScan 1063, UltraScan 1125, UltraScan 1175, UltraScan1305, UltraScan1510, UltraScan1660
  • OD Range: 7.5 – 660 mm (0.30 – 26.0 in)
  • Accuracy: Wall to ±0.001 mm (±0.000040 in.), Concentricity to ±0.01%
  • Scan rate: 2000 scans/second
  • # of Transducers: Up to 8
   

  Tube Applications

  • Models: UltraScan 1012, UltraScan 1025, UltraScan 1040, UltraScan 1063
  • OD Range: 0.25 – 63 mm (0.01 –2.5 in.)
  • Minimum Wall Thickness: 
    - Without thin wall: 0.254 mm (0.010 in.) @ 10 MHz, 0.127 mm (0.005 in.) @ 20 MHz
    - With thin wall: 0.025 mm (0.001 in.) @ 20 MHz
  • Accuracy: Wall to ±0.001 mm (±0.000040 in.), Concentricity to ±0.01%
  • Scan rate: 2000 scans/second
  • # of Transducers: Up to 8