DAKOTA ULTRASONICS MX-5 DL, Operation Manual

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7) Press the UP / DOWN arrow keys to scroll to the flashing Prnt / F-
05 ( The file chosen ), or LISt (tape printer) symbol.
8) Press the SEND key to print the contents of the file.
9) Press the MEM key, at any time, to exit the data logging functions
and return to measurement mode.
TRANSDUCER SELECTION
The MX-5 DL is inherently capable of performing measurements on a
wide range of materials, from various metals to glass and plastics.
Different types of material, however, will require the use of different
transducers. Choosing the correct transducer for a job is critical to being
able to easily perform accurate and reliable measurements. The following
paragraphs highlight the important properties of transducers, which should
be considered when selecting a transducer for a specific job.
Generally speaking, the best transducer for a job is one that sends
sufficient ultrasonic energy into the material being measured such that a
strong, stable echo is received by the MX-5 DL . Several factors affect the
strength of ultrasound as it travels. These are outlined below:
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Initial Signal Strength
The stronger a signal is to begin with, the stronger its return echo
will be. Initial signal strength is largely a factor of the size of the
ultrasound emitter in the transducer. A large emitting area will send