RollerFORM Scanner

Kodas RollerFORM Scanner

RollerFORM Scanner

Phased Array Wheel Probe

C-Scan Inspection without Immersion

The RollerFORM™ phased array wheel probe is used to inspect composites and other smooth-surfaced materials. An affordable and easy-to-implement replacement for full 2D encoding systems, the RollerFORM scanner is a viable alternative to immersion techniques.

The RollerFORM tire’s unique material provides high-quality, immersion-like ultrasonic testing. Minimal couplant and pressure are required to achieve excellent coupling and a strong signal, even in difficult scanning positions.

Features

Offered in two sizes with a 51.2 mm or 128 mm beam width.
Exceptional coupling with minimal couplant.
Acoustic impedance similar to water.
25 mm water delay line enables inspection of composites up to 50 mm thick.
Can be used in accordance with existing aircraft manufacturer procedures.

Standard Inclusions

Phased array probe with OmniScan connector.
Waterproof encoder.
Laser guide.
Indexer and Start Acquisition buttons.
Filling/spraying pump and tubing.

Just Roll It for Instant Results

The RollerFORM scanner, combined with an OmniScan flaw detector, uses zero-degree ultrasonic beams for manufacturing and maintenance inspections. Common applications include delamination sizing and porosity quantification in composite core material, as well as wall-loss monitoring in metals.

The RollerFORM XL scanner’s wider tire and probe offer greater coverage for increased productivity and improved probability of detection (POD). For more attenuative materials, the 1 MHz version of the RollerFORM XL scanner has a larger aperture, which improves the ultrasound beam penetration for challenging applications such as wind blade spar cap and shear web bonding

Ergonomically designed scanner

Integrated indexing button enables you to map inspected surfaces by acquiring multiple one-line C-scans and combining them in real time into a single image
Built-in laser guide facilitates straight, precise one-line scans

Advanced tire

Exceptional coupling
Tire’s unique material closely matches the acoustic impedance of water, enabling efficient transmission of ultrasound energy to the part
Transparent tire makes it easier to spot air bubbles or contaminants in the water chamber

Ordering Information

Part Number Frequency	Frequency (MHz)	Delay Line Height (mm)	Number of Elements	Pitch (mm)	Active Aperture (mm)	Elevation (mm)	Probe Casing Model
RollerFORM-3.5L64	3.5	25	64	0.8	51.2	6.4	IWP1
RollerFORM-5L64	5	25	64	0.8	51.2	6.4	IWP1
RollerFORMxl-1L128	1	25	128	1	128	13	IWP2
RollerFORMxl-3.5L128	3.5	25	128	1	128	6.4	IWP2
RollerFORMxl-5L128	5	25	128	1	128	6.4	IWP2