Application of High-Precision Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges in Accurate Thickness Measurement of Nickel Materials

Introduction to Metal Nickel

Nickel is a ferromagnetic transition metal with a silvery-white luster, characterized by its hardness and excellent ductility. It possesses superior thermal and electrical conductivity, along with strong malleability, high-temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, chemical stability, and strong oxidation resistance. As a siderophile element, nickel ranks sixth in abundance in the Earth's crust, following oxygen, silicon, aluminum, iron, and magnesium. This metal is widely used in stainless steel manufacturing, alloy production, as well as in high-performance batteries and catalysts.

Physical Properties of Nickel

1 Nickel is a silvery-white metal with a bright luster.
2 Nickel has a relatively high melting point (approximately 1453°C) and a high density (approximately 8.9 g/cm³).
3 Nickel exhibits excellent ductility and toughness, making it easy to roll into thin sheets or draw into fine wires.
4 Nickel is a ferromagnetic material, exhibiting strong magnetism at room temperature.

Chemical Properties of Nickel

1 Nickel is relatively stable chemically and demonstrates excellent corrosion resistance, particularly against alkaline solutions.
2 In air, a dense oxide film spontaneously forms on the nickel surface, effectively preventing further oxidation.
3 It can undergo chemical reactions with various non-metallic elements such as oxygen, sulfur, and halogens.
4 While nickel dissolves in dilute acids, it exhibits certain corrosion resistance to concentrated nitric acid.

Application Characteristics of Nickel

1 As a key component in stainless steels, alloy steels, and other alloys, nickel significantly enhances the corrosion resistance and mechanical strength of materials.
2 In the electroplating industry, nickel plating effectively improves the wear resistance and aesthetics of products.
3 Nickel is also used in coin minting, battery manufacturing, catalyst preparation, and electronic components.
4 In the field of high-temperature alloys, nickel, due to its exceptional high-temperature performance, has become a key material in aerospace and energy equipment.
5 With its unique physical and chemical properties, nickel has become an indispensable and crucial material in modern industry.

Measurement of Metal Nickel

In the industrial sector, nickel materials are widely used due to their excellent corrosion resistance and high strength. To ensure the reliable performance and safe use of nickel products, precise thickness measurement is essential. YUSHI high-precision ultrasonic thickness gauges are specifically designed for nickel material measurement, providing professional and reliable thickness measurement solutions:

1. Ultra-High Precision Measurement: Utilizing advanced ultrasonic thickness measurement technology and equipped with high-frequency probes, it achieves ultra-high resolution measurement down to 0.001mm, ensuring accurate detection of nickel material thickness.
2. Minimal Error Range: Even when measuring ultra-thin nickel layers or complex structural components, it maintains stable and reliable measurement accuracy, meeting stringent industrial standards.
3. Simple Operation: One-Button Measurement: Users simply press the measurement button for instant results. Easy to operate without requiring professional training, significantly improving inspection efficiency.
4. Intuitive Interface: Color Screen Display: Clear and concise operating interface supports multi-language switching, making it easy for global users to operate.
5. High Efficiency & Durability: Robust Design: Constructed with a high-strength, corrosion-resistant material housing featuring excellent impact resistance, ensuring long-lasting durability.

Application Fields of Metal Nickel

1. Chemical Industry - Nickel Pipe Inspection:
Accurately measures the wall thickness uniformity of nickel pipes, monitors corrosion and wear conditions, effectively preventing pipeline leakage risks and ensuring safe operation in chemical production.

2. Aerospace - Nickel Component Inspection:
High-precision measurement of nickel alloy components ensures their structural stability under extreme operating conditions, meeting aviation-grade material inspection standards, thereby guaranteeing flight safety.

3. Power Industry - Nickel Heat Exchanger Inspection:
Precisely measures thickness changes in nickel material heat exchangers, scientifically evaluates their service life, and ensures the stable operation of power generation systems.

4. Marine Engineering - Nickel Structure Inspection:
Performs non-destructive testing on nickel structures used in marine environments, assesses their corrosion level under salt spray conditions, extends the service life of marine facilities, and reduces maintenance costs.

Measurement Difficulty

We have received product samples from several customers, typically with thicknesses ranging from 0.3-0.7mm.

Based on this thickness range, we selected PM5 Gen2 ultrasonic thickness gauge. Using a high-frequency, narrow-pulse single crystal delay line probe for measurement, the I-ME mode (multiple echo verification mode) is an ideal method for measuring thin components. It provides accurate, highly repeatable measurements with minimal error (0.001mm).

Practical testing has verified the excellent performance of this ultrasonic thickness gauge in measuring nickel materials:

Using the D15A6 high-sensitivity, narrow-pulse probe, it clearly captures multiple bottom echoes, delivering stable, reliable, and highly repeatable measurement data. The A-Scan mode intuitively displays the complete waveform, Facilitates verification of measurement results.

This instrument provides a fast, simple, and accurate solution for measuring nickel metal thickness and has become a key tool in product quality control.

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