Concrete Quality
Assessment
Evaluation of concrete quality, compressive strength and homogeneity using ultrasonic pulse velocity.
A1410 PULSAR
A1410 PULSAR - Universal Couplant-free Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity Tester (UPVT)
The world-first ultrasonic pulse velocity testing instrument for couplant-free on-site quality assessment of concrete structures with up to 2 meters thru-transmission capability.
Description
A1410 PULSAR — universal, couplant-free ultrasonic pulse velocity tester
A compact and robust instrument for reliable ultrasonic testing of concrete and other construction materials in the field and in the laboratory. The A1410 PULSAR combines dry-point-contact technology with high-performance electronics to deliver accurate pulse-velocity measurements without the need for coupling gel.
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Couplant-free testing
Dry-point-contact transducers with wear-resistant ceramic tips provide reliable measurements without coupling gel, even on rough and uneven concrete surfaces.
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Up to 2 m
High-power pulser and sensitive receiver enable through-transmission measurements over long paths in concrete elements up to 2 meters.
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50 kHz
Low-frequency operation optimized for concrete and other construction materials, providing high signal stability and reliable results in field conditions.
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Pulsed-wave velocity
Accurate measurement of ultrasonic transit time and pulse velocity using longitudinal (P-wave) pulses for material assessment and quality control of concrete and other construction materials.
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7-element DPC arrays
Durable ceramic-tipped transducers arranged in a daisy-wheel configuration ensure stable coupling, high measurement repeatability and practical operation on various surfaces.
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Compact and field-ready
Lightweight and ergonomic design for convenient handheld use. Powered by rechargeable batteries for long on-site operation.
Applications
Reliable UPV measurements for a wide range of concrete testing tasks
Concrete Quality
Crack Depth
Estimation
Estimation of the depth of surface-opening cracks using indirect UPV methods.
Material Uniformity
& Structural Assessment
Detection of inhomogeneities, voids and local defects. Comparison of UPV values for condition assessment and monitoring over time.
Flexible DPC
Transducers
Use of dry-point-contact (DPC) transducers for reliable measurements on rough, uneven or vertical surfaces without couplant. Ideal for field and on-site testing.
Wide Range of Materials
Concrete, stone, masonry, ceramics, wood, plastics, composites and more.
Compact & Lightweight
Ergonomic handheld design for easy and fast on-site testing.
Simple Operation
Intuitive user interface for efficient testing in the field and in the lab.
Data Storage & Transfer
Store up to 50,000 measurements (organized in groups) with USB port for data transfer to a PC.
Reliable & Robust
Shockproof design for daily use in harsh environments.
Specification
Specification
| Type of ultrasonic transducers |
Undamped DPC transducers |
|---|---|
| Transducer configuration |
Array of 7 x DPC transducers, daisy wheel pattern |
| Operating frequency, kHz |
50 |
| Set delay range, µs |
0 to 20 |
| Adjustable range of the base size, mm |
50 to 2500 |
| Automatic Gain Control (AGC) |
switchable |
| Maximum thickness of the inspection object, m |
2.5 |
| Indication resolution of the propagation time of ultrasonic waves, µs |
0.1 |
| Indication resolution of the propagation velocity of ultrasonic waves, m/s |
10 |
| Measurement range of the sound velocity, m/s |
1.000 to 15.000 |
| Measurement range of sound propagation time, μs |
0,1 to 10.000 |
| Rated supply voltage, V |
3.3 |
| Operation time with battery, not less than, hours |
16 |
| Display |
2,8”, 320×240 pixel |
| Overall dimensions of the electronic unit, mm., max. |
230×125×65 |
| Weight of the electronic unit, gr., max. |
420 |
| Mean time between failures, hours |
18,000 |
| Regular service life, years |
5 |
Delivery kit
Electronic unit of the Ultrasonic pulse velocity tester A1410 Pulsar
Antenna array M1001 0.05A0D25PL
LEMO-LEMO single cable 3 m
Adapter 220 V – USB
Cable USB A – Micro B
Test sample
Hard case
Warranty certificate
Operation Manual
Electronic unit of the Ultrasonic pulse velocity tester A1410 Pulsar
Antenna array M1001 0.05A0D25PL
LEMO-LEMO single cable 3 m
Adapter 220 V – USB
Cable USB A – Micro B
Test sample
Hard case
Warranty certificate
Operation Manual
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About ACS Group
Acoustic Control Systems – ACS Group – Established in 1991 – is the International Provider of Innovative Ultrasonic Testing Equipment and Professional Inspection and Engineering Services.
The definitive distinction of ACS products is their high technological level and ease of use, matching the requirements of professional users in a wide range of practical applications. The main goal of our instruments is to reach top technical characteristics by affordable costs in combination with the perfect warranty service and methodical support of our customers.
More than 30 years of in-field testing experience in combination with scientific signal and image processing techniques and modern manufacturing processes by using the best components available on the market allow ACS to be always technologically one step ahead of competitors.