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Electromagnetic Testing - Eddy Current Testing Applications Chapter 5 & 6

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5.1.7 Thickness measurement of conductors<br />

5.1.7.1 Introduction<br />

The thickness of conducting materials can be measured because, provided<br />

the thickness is less than the effective depth of penetration, the eddy current<br />

signal depends on the thickness (see FIG. 5.24). Ultrasonic testing can also<br />

be used for thickness measurement, but eddy current thickness measurement<br />

is preferred for thin materials because it is easier to obtain accurate readings.<br />

The technique can also be applied to measure the thickness of a conducting<br />

coating on a nonconductor, for example, metal coatings on plastic.<br />

Charlie Chong/ Fion Zhang

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