TI-CMX Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge
Versatility and Precision in Coating Measurement
Discover the TI-CMX from Checkline, an advanced device that allows for precise measurement of both coating and wall thickness across a wide range of materials. This gauge is ideal for applications that require measurements from one side only, making work in complex industrial environments easier.
Key Features:
- Versatile Measurements: Offers five measurement modes to adapt to various needs, including measurement with and without coating and temperature compensation for accurate measurements under different conditions.
- Large LCD Display: Equipped with a backlit LCD that displays detailed measurement process information, facilitating reading and adjustment in any environment.
Special Features:
- Advanced Connectivity: Includes an RS-232 output, allowing for easy data and settings transfer between the device and external systems.
- High Durability and Longevity: Features a housing made of extruded aluminum that protects the device in harsh environments, ensuring a long lifespan and reliability.
User Benefits:
- Intuitive Interface: Its easy-to-navigate menu allows users of all levels to quickly adjust the device for different tasks, making the TI-CMX an extremely useful tool for rapid and precise measurements.
- Certification and Warranty: Comes with a NIST-compliant calibration certificate and a two-year warranty, providing professionals confidence in their investment.
This gauge not only provides precise data and is easy to handle, but it also offers adaptability for measuring in conditions where other devices might fail, making it an ideal choice for professionals facing challenges in thickness measurement.
Features
- Wide variety of dual-element probes can be used for nearly any application.
- Bar graph with user-set start end values providing highest resolution around the target thickness value.
- Measures both thickness of coatings and paint layers, as well as wall thickness (in one measurement)
- Adjustable Gain 110db range (TDG - Time Dependent Gain)
- Setups and measuring data can be transferred to a computer using USB connection
- Includes NIST-Traceable Calibration.
- Auto probe recognition with Auto Zero or Manual Zero.
- Differential Mode allows user to set a "target thickness value" and display will show the DIFFERENCE between actual and target thickness as a plus or minus value.
- 64 custom setups can be stored and retrieved for convenient use and labeled for easy identification
- Display Hi/Lo Alarm Limits with audible and visual indicators.
- Metal housing provides strong protection against harsh environments.
- CE Certified.
- 2 Year Warranty
- TI-CMX-H for surface temps up to 300°F/150°C. Optional hi-temp probes for higher surface temperatures offered
- Measures Coatings up to 0.100"
| Hi-Speed Scan Mode (200 Hz) | B-Scan Mode |
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| Scan Mode measures 64 times per second, displaying the max and min reading measured during the scan interval. Sample rate is 200/sec when coating measurement is off. | The B-Scan displays a time based cross section view of test material of the contour of the blind, or underside of a pipe or tank application. the B-Scan view draws at a rate of seven seconds per screen from right to left. |
| Model | CMX | CMX-DL | CMX DL+ | CMX-DL+-C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display Mode | ||||
| Material thickness digits display | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| B-Scan cross sectional display | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Combined B-Scan and digits display | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Coating Thickness Display | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Scan Bar Display | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| A-Scan Display | - | - | - | + Rectified, - Rectified, Full Waveform (RF) Portrait & landscape views |
| Measurement Range | PE: 0.63 - 1219.2mm (0.025 - 48”) PETP: 0.63 - 1219.2mm (0.025 - 48”) EE: 2.54 - 152.4mm (0.100 - 6.0“) EEV: 1.27 - 25.4mm (0.050 - 1.0”) CT: 0.01 - 2.54mm (0.0005 - 0.100”) PECT: 0.63 - 1219.2mm (0.025 - 48”) PECT: 0.01 - 2.54mm (0.001 - 0.100") | PE: 0.63 - 1219.2mm (0.025 - 48”) PETP: 0.63 - 1219.2mm (0.025 - 48”) EE: 2.54 - 152.4mm (0.100 - 6.0“) EEV: 1.27 - 25.4mm (0.050 - 1.0”) CT: 0.01 - 2.54mm (0.0005 - 0.100”) PECT: 0.63 - 1219.2mm (0.025 - 48”) PECT: 0.01 - 2.54mm (0.001 - 0.100") | PE: 0.63 - 1219.2mm (0.025 - 48”) PETP: 0.63 - 1219.2mm (0.025 - 48”) EE: 2.54 - 152.4mm (0.100 - 6.0“) EEV: 1.27 - 25.4mm (0.050 - 1.0”) CT: 0.01 - 2.54mm (0.0005 - 0.100”) PECT: 0.63 - 1219.2mm (0.025 - 48”) PECT: 0.01 - 2.54mm (0.001 - 0.100") | PE: 0.63 - 1219.2mm (0.025 - 48”) PETP: 0.63 - 1219.2mm (0.025 - 48”) EE: 2.54 - 152.4mm (0.100 - 6.0“) EEV: 1.27 - 25.4mm (0.050 - 1.0”) CT: 0.01 - 2.54mm (0.0005 - 0.100”) PECT: 0.63 - 1219.2mm (0.025 - 48”) PECT: 0.01 - 2.54mm (0.001 - 0.100") |
| Measurement Rate | ||||
| Manual | 8 readings per second | 8 readings per second | 8 readings per second | 8 readings per second |
| Scan Mode | 250 readings per second | 250 readings per second | 50 readings per second | 50 readings per second |
| Scan bar display | 10 readings per second | 10 readings per second | 10 readings per second | 10 readings per second |
| Measurement Resolution | 0.01mm (0.001”) | 0.01mm (0.001”) | 0.01mm (0.001”), 0.001mm (0.0001”) selectable | 0.01mm (0.001”), 0.001mm (0.0001”) selectable |
| Velocity Calibration Range | 309.88 - 18,542m/s (0.0122 - 0.7300in/µs) | 309.88 - 18,542m/s (0.0122 - 0.7300in/µs) | 309.88 - 18,542m/s (0.0122 - 0.7300in/µs) | 309.88 - 18,542m/s (0.0122 - 0.7300in/µs) |
| Additional Features | ||||
| High Speed Scan Mode | - | - | - | Yes |
| Differential Mode | - | - | - | Yes |
| Limit alarm mode | - | - | - | Yes |
| B-Scan DisplCalibration Optionsay Speed | 15 readings per second | 15 readings per second | 15 readings per second | 10 to 200 readings per second |
| Flaw Mode | - | - | Basic prove-up flaw detection using single element angle beam transducers- | Basic prove-up flaw detection using single element angle beam transducers |
| Calibration Setups | - | - | - | 64 user-definable setups transferable to and from a PC archive |
| Gates | - | - | 3 fully adjustable gates: start, stop, width & threshold | 3 fully adjustable gates: start, stop, width & threshold |
| Damping | - | - | Adjustable damping (50 - 1500ohms) | Adjustable damping (50 - 1500ohms) |
| Pulser Type | Dual square wave pulsers Pulse repetition frequency up to 250Hz | Dual square wave pulsers Pulse repetition frequency up to 250Hz | Dual square wave pulsers Pulse repetition frequency up to 250Hz | Dual square wave pulsers Pulse repetition frequency up to 250Hz |
| Gain | Manual or automatic gain control (AGC) with 110dB range (limited) | Manual or automatic gain control (AGC) with 110dB range (limited) | Manual, automatic gain control (AGC) with 110dB range (limited), Linear time dependent gain (TDG) with adjustable slope | Manual, automatic gain control (AGC) with 110dB range (limited), Linear time dependent gain (TDG) with adjustable slope |
| Timing | Precision temperature controlled crystal oscillator (TCXO) timing with single shot 100MHz 8bit ultra-low power digitizer | Precision temperature controlled crystal oscillator (TCXO) timing with single shot 100MHz 8bit ultra-low power digitizer | Precision temperature controlled crystal oscillator (TCXO) timing with single shot 100MHz 8bit ultra-low power digitizer | Precision temperature controlled crystal oscillator (TCXO) timing with single shot 100MHz 8bit ultra-low power digitizer |
| Memory and Data Logging | • 4GB internal memory • Sequential and grid logging • Alpha numeric batch identification • OBSTRUCT indicates inaccessible locations • Bitmap graphic capture and capture viewer | • 4GB internal memory • Sequential and grid logging • Alpha numeric batch identification • OBSTRUCT indicates inaccessible locations • Bitmap graphic capture and capture viewer | • 4GB internal memory • Sequential and grid logging • Alpha numeric batch identification • OBSTRUCT indicates inaccessible locations • Bitmap graphic capture and capture viewer | • 4GB internal memory • Sequential and grid logging • Alpha numeric batch identification • OBSTRUCT indicates inaccessible locations • Bitmap graphic capture and capture viewer |
| Calibration Options | ||||
| 1 - point | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 2 - point | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Material selection | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Velocity (speed of sound) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Transducer Probe Type | Dual element | Dual element | Dual element | Dual Element, Single Element (1 - 20Mhz), Contact, Matching Layer, Delay Line and Pencil |
| Transducer Frequency Range | 1 - 10MHz | 1 - 10MHz | 1 - 10MHz | 1 - 20MHz |
| Transducer Recognition | Automatic & manual - selectable from a list | Automatic & manual - selectable from a list | Automatic & manual - selectable from a list | Automatic & manual - selectable from a list |
| V-path / dual path error correction | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Probe Zero | Automatic & manual (via integrated probe disk) | Automatic & manual (via integrated probe disk) | Automatic & manual (via integrated probe disk) | Automatic & manual (via integrated probe disk) |
| Scale | 1/8 VGA (greyscale) 62 x 45.7mm (2.4 x 1.8”) viewable area | 1/8 VGA (greyscale) 62 x 45.7mm (2.4 x 1.8”) viewable area | 1/8 VGA (greyscale) 62 x 45.7mm (2.4 x 1.8”) viewable area | 1/4 VGA AMOLED colour display 57.6 x 43.2mm (2.27 x 1.78”) viewable area Landscape Mode |
| Display Refresh Rate | 25Hz | 25Hz | 25Hz | 120Hz |
| Units (selectable) | mm or inches | mm or inches | mm or inches | mm or inches |
| LED Backlight | on/off/auto | on/off/auto | on/off/auto | on/off/auto |
| Repeatability / Stability Indicator | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Save Mode | Auto | Auto | Auto | Auto |
| Measuring range & accuracy depends on material, surface conditions and the transducer selected | ||||
Accessories
TI-SB Steel Test Block with NIST-Traceable Certificate
- Precision Machined and Finished
- Includes NIST Report and Test Data
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TI-SB4 Uncertified Steel Test Block
- Uncertified Steel Test Block
- For convenient confirmation of thickness gauge calibration
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TICC-MVX Protective Holder for Ultrasonic Gauges
- Constructed from heavy duty Cordura Nylon
- Built-in belt loop
- Includes wrist & shoulder straps
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TI-V-BLOCK Transducer Holder
- The V-Block transducer holder offers the operator greater control and repeatabily when measuring on pipes and other curved areas.
For 3/16" & 1/4" Transducers only.
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CF-AN Coupling Fluid
- Used to create an ultrasonic coupling between the probe and material to be measured
- Available in different volumes - 125ml / 250ml / 500ml / 1ltr / 5ltr / 25ltr
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TI-CMX-UW-50 15 m Underwater Probe / Cable Assembly
- 50 Ft. Length, Waterproof Probe/Cable assembly with non-polarized, Dual-Lemo connectors.
- 1/2", 5 MHz Probe for wide variety of steel, stainless steel, aluminum and similar applications.
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Cic-Wall | Wall Thickness Gauge Calibration
- Easy planning of calibration
- Short turnaround
- Exclusively in accordance with DIN 55 350 Part 18, § 4.2.2, DIN ISO 8402 Part 1
- Possibility to adjust and repair
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Li-Ion Rechargeable AA Batteries via the USB to USB-C
- Li-Ion rechargeable battery
- Stable voltage of 1,5 V over 95% of the runtime
- Charged via the USB to USB-C cable
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Complete Kit
The TI-CMX is supplied as a complete kit including:
- the TI-CMX gauge
- probe
- 4 oz. bottle of coupling fluid
- 2 AA batteries
- NIST Calibration Certificate
- operating manual
- USB cable
- foam-fitted carrying case.
 | Minimum Radius for Convex Surfaces | 8.89 mm |
| Minimum Radius for Concave Surfaces | 76.2 mm | |
 | Minimum Headroom | 25.4 mm |
 | Minimum Sample Diameter | 3.8 mm |
 | Minimum Substrate Thickness - F | NA |
| Minimum Substrate Thickness - NFe | NA |
Specifications
| Range in Steel: | <b>Pulse-Echo Mode:</b> Pit and Flaw detection measures from 0.025 - 9.999inches (0.63 to 254 millimeters)<br/><br/><b>Echo-Echo Mode:</b> Thru Paint & coatings measures from 0.1 - 4.0 inches (2.54 to 102 mm).<br/> <b>Pulse- Echo-Coating Mode:</b> 0.63 to 254 millimeters & Coating 0.01 to 2.54mm </b> Range will vary +/- depending on the thickness of the coating. |
| Max Coating: | 2.54 mm |
| Resolution: | 001 inches (0.01mm) |
| Velocity Range: | 0492 to .3936 in./ms 1250 to 9999 meters/sec |
| Measurement units: | Inch or mm |
| Range Coating Only Mode: | 0.013 - 2.540 mm with a resolution of 0.001 mm 0.0005" - 0.1000" with a resolution of 0.0001" |
| Transducer Types: | Dual Element (1 to 10 MHz). |
| Measurement Modes: | - Pulse-Echo (corrosion mode) - Pulse-Echo Coating (Corrosion w/o coating) - Echo-Echo (thru-paint) - Temp Comp (auto adjust for material temp) - Coating Only (Ultrasonic Coating Gauge) |
| Memory capacity: | TI-CMX: None CMXDL model: over 200.000 measurements |
| Power Source: | Three 1.5V alkaline or 1.2V NiCad AA cells Line power using USB-C to PC or a standard USB power adater |
| Battery Life: | Typically operates for 150 hours on alkaline and 100 hours on NiCad |
| Auto Power off: | After 5 minutes of non-use |
| Display: | 1/8 in. VGA grayscale display 62 x 45.7mm |
| Screen update rate: | 25 Hz |
| Gain: | Adjustable 110 db range (TDG - time-dependent gain) |
| PRF (pulse repetition frequency): | 250 Hz |
| Keyboard: | Membrane switch with twelve tactile keys |
| Case: | Extruded aluminum body with nickel-plated aluminum end caps (gasket sealed). |
| Operating Temperature: | -10° to 60°C (-14° to 140°F) |
| Weight, net: | 383 grams |
| Dimensions: | 63.5 W x 165 H x 31.5 D mm |
| Certification: | CE Approved, Factory calibration traceable to national standards |
| Output: | USB-C for upload/download of setups |
| Warranty: | 2 year limited |
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