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Preparatory Notes for ASNT NDT Level III Examination - Ultrasonic Testing, UT

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2.4 Equipment Functions<br />

Freeze Function<br />

Olympus Epoch series flaw detectors and all thickness gages have freeze<br />

functions that can be used to freeze the displayed wave<strong>for</strong>m and reading. The<br />

freeze function is very useful in high temperature measurements because it<br />

allows the operator to capture a reading and quickly remove the transducer<br />

from the hot surface. With gages, the fast screen update mode should be<br />

used to help minimize contact time.<br />

High Gain Boost<br />

Gain Boost: The 38DL PLUS and 45MG gages have user adjustable gain<br />

boost functions, as do all Epoch series flaw detectors. Because of the higher<br />

attenuation levels associated with high temperature measurements, it is often<br />

useful to increase gain be<strong>for</strong>e making measurements.

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