ISO 18563-3:2024

Non-destructive testing — Characterization and verification of ultrasonic phased array equipment — Part 3: Complete systems

This document addresses ultrasonic test systems implementing array probes, for contact technique (with or without wedge) or for immersion technique, with centre frequencies in the range of 0,5 MHz to 10 MHz. This document provides methods and acceptance criteria for determining the compliance of the complete system (see 3.2). Its purpose is for the verification of the correct operation of the system prior to testing or verification of the absence of degradation of the system. The methods are not intended to prove the suitability of the system for particular applications but are intended to prove the capability of the complete system (used for an application) to operate correctly according to the settings used. Tests can be performed on individual ultrasonic beams (for phased array technique, see 9.4.4) or on resulting images (for phased array technique and total focusing technique, see 9.4.3). The tests can be limited to the functions that are intended to be used for a certain application. This document does not cover the sensitivity setting of the system for a specific application. Nor does it apply to the characterization or verification of the mechanical scanning equipment. It is intended that these items will be covered by the test procedure. This document does not address the phased array technique using tandem technique. The characterization of beams, as recommended in case of dead elements or for more in-depth knowledge of the beams, is presented in Annex A. It is not applicable for signal processing technology using arrays. NOTE Unless stated otherwise, in this document ‘TFM’ and ‘TFM technique’ refer to the total focusing technique as defined in ISO 23243, and to related techniques, see for example ISO 23865 and ISO 23234.

Essais non destructifs — Caractérisation et vérification de l’appareillage ultrasonore multiélément — Partie 3: Systèmes complets

Le présent document concerne l'appareillage d'essais par ultrasons équipé de traducteurs multiéléments, dans le cadre de techniques par contact (avec ou sans sabot) ou en immersion, avec des fréquences centrales comprises entre 0,5 MHz et 10 MHz. Le présent document fournit des méthodes et des critères d'acceptation permettant de statuer sur la conformité du système complet (voir 3.2) L'objectif du présent document est de vérifier le bon fonctionnement du système avant les essais ou de vérifier l'absence de dérive du système. Les méthodes ne sont pas destinées à démontrer l'adéquation du système avec des applications particulières, mais à confirmer l'aptitude du système complet (utilisé pour une application) à fonctionner correctement en fonction des réglages utilisés. Les essais peuvent être réalisés sur des faisceaux ultrasonores individuels (pour la technique multiélément, voir 9.4.4) ou sur les images résultantes (pour la technique multiélément et la technique de focalisation en tous points, voir 9.4.3). Les essais peuvent être limités aux fonctions destinées à être utilisées dans le cadre d'une application donnée. Le présent document ne couvre pas le réglage de la sensibilité du système pour une application spécifique. Il ne s'applique pas non plus à la caractérisation ou la vérification de l'équipement de balayage mécanique. Ces éléments sont censés être couverts par la procédure d'essai. Le présent document ne traite pas la technique multiélément fonctionnant en méthode tandem. La caractérisation des faisceaux, comme recommandé en cas d'éléments morts ou pour obtenir une connaissance plus approfondie des faisceaux, est présentée à l'Annexe A. Elle n'est pas applicable à la technologie de traitement du signal à l'aide de réseaux. NOTE Sauf indication contraire, dans le présent document, les termes «FTP» et «technique FTP» font référence à la technique de focalisation en tous points, telle que définie dans l'ISO 23243, et aux techniques connexes; voir par exemple l'ISO 23865 et l'ISO 23234.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Apr-2024
• ICS: 19.100 - Non-destructive testing
• Technical Committee: ISO/TC 135/SC 3 - Ultrasonic testing
• Drafting Committee: ISO/TC 135/SC 3 - Ultrasonic testing
• Current Stage: 6060 - International Standard published
• Start Date: 01-May-2024
• Due Date: 11-Jun-2024
• Completion Date: 01-May-2024

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• Revises: ISO 18563-3:2015 - Non-destructive testing — Characterization and verification of ultrasonic phased array equipment — Part 3: Combined systems
• Effective Date: 06-Jun-2022

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ISO 18563-3
Second edition
Non-destructive testing —
2024-05
Characterization and verification
of ultrasonic phased array
equipment —
Part 3:
Complete systems
Essais non destructifs - Caractérisation et vérification de
l’appareillage ultrasonore multiélément —
Partie 3: Systèmes complets
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Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 2
4 Symbols . 2
5 General requirements for conformity . 3
5.1 General .3
5.2 Reference system .3
5.3 Identical system .3
5.4 Periodic checks .3
6 Qualification of test personnel . 4
7 Modes of operation for phased array techniques . 4
8 Equipment required for tests . 6
9 Tests to be performed . 6
9.1 General .6
9.2 External aspects of the equipment .8
9.2.1 General .8
9.2.2 Procedure .
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ISO 18563-3
Deuxième édition
Essais non destructifs -
2024-05
Caractérisation et vérification
de l’appareillage ultrasonore
multiélément —
Partie 3:
Systèmes complets
Non-destructive testing — Characterization and verification of
ultrasonic phased array equipment —
Part 3: Complete systems
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Avant-propos .iv
1 Domaine d'application . 1
2 Références normatives . 1
3 Termes et définitions . 2
4 Symboles . 2
5 Exigences générales de conformité . 3
5.1 Généralités .3
5.2 Système de référence .3
5.3 Système identique .3
5.4 Vérifications périodiques .4
6 Qualification du personnel chargé des essais . 4
7 Modes de fonctionnement pour les techniques multiéléments . 4
8 Matériel requis pour les essais . 7
9 Essais à réaliser . 7
9.1 Généralités .7
9.2 Aspects externes de l'équipement . .10
9.2.1 Généralités .10
9.2.2 Mode opératoire .
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1 Scope 1
2 Normative references 1
3 Terms and definitions 2
4 Symbols 2
5 General requirements for conformity 3
5.1 General 3
5.2 Reference system 3
5.3 Identical system 3
5.4 Periodic check 3
6 Qualification of test personnel 4
7 Modes of operation for phased array techniques 4
8 Equipment required for tests 6
9 Tests to be performed 6
9.1 General 6
9.2 Visual inspection of the equipment 8
9.2.1 General 8
9.2.2 Procedure 8
9.2.3 Acceptance criteria 8
9.2.4 Reporting 8
9.3 Check of elements and channels 8
9.3.1 General 8
9.3.2 Channel assignment 8
9.3.3 Relative sensitivity of elements, reference amplitude and dead elements 10
9.4 Verification of correct operation 11
9.4.1 General 11
9.4.2 Amplification system 12
9.4.3 Verification of correct operation by using imaging 14
9.4.4 Verification of correct operation by measuring angle of refraction and probe index point 17
9.4.5 Skew angle 20
9.5 Other verifications 20
9.5.1 Squint angle 20
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9.5.2 Grating lobes (recommended) 21
10 System record sheet 21
Annex A (informative) Characterization of sound beams 22
A.1 General 22
A.2 Beam characterization for the contact technique 22
A.2.1 General 22
A.2.2 Angle of refraction and probe index point 23
A.2.3 Sensitivity along the beam axis 23
A.2.3.1 General 23
A.2.3.2 Procedure 23
A.2.4 Beam dimensions 23
A.2.4.1 General 23
A.2.4.2 Procedure 24
A.2.4.2.1 General 24
A.2.4.2.2 Procedure using a reference block with side-drilled holes 24
A.2.4.2.3 Procedure using a reference block with hemispherical-bottomed holes 24
A.2.5 Squint angle 25
A.2.6 Grating lobes (recommended) 25
A.3 Beam characterization for immersion technique 25
A.3.1 General 25
A.3.2 Angle of refraction – Point of incidence on the test object 26
A.3.2.1 General 26
A.3.2.2 Procedure 26
A.3.3 Sensitivity along the beam axis 26
A.3.3.1 General 26
A.3.3.2 Procedure 26
A.3.4 Beam dimensions 27
A.3.4.1 General 27
A.3.4.2 Procedure 28
A.3.4.2.1 General 28
A.3.4.2.2 Procedure using a reference block with side-drilled holes 28
A.3.4.2.3 Procedure using a reference block with hemispherical-bottomed holes or flat-bottomed holes
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Bibliography 29
Foreword . viii
Part 3: Complete systems . 1
1 Scope . 1
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