New computer tomograph for non-destructive testing at SKZ

Even the delivery of the device was spectacular: A crane was used to transport the system, which weighed almost four tons, to the second floor of the Training Center for Quality (TZQ). The SKZ's computed tomographs (CT) can be used both for publicly funded research projects and as part of contract analyses for customers. In addition, they are used for training purposes in the field of non-destructive testing. The areas of application range from the detection of internal defects to the analysis of fiber-filled and foamed plastic parts to the recording and comparison of geometric features. Due to the very high achievable resolution down to the single-digit micrometer range and the direct imaging, the CT system is also suitable for referencing other non-destructive testing methods.

Equipped with a transmission X-ray tube capable of accelerating voltages up to 190 kV, the new FF20 CT system from manufacturer Comet Yxlon is able to penetrate and precisely image various plastics as well as thin metal layers. The CT scanner's spacious testing room can accommodate specimens measuring up to 280 mm in diameter and 430 mm in height. SKZ invites companies to take advantage of the new CT. The device's X-ray-based measurement process provides direct imaging and offers the possibility of gaining comprehensive insights into the interior of various components. The insights gained in this way can make a decisive contribution to identifying process errors and thus supporting quality assurance.