Hands-Free Thickness Testing
Multigauge 5500 is designed for hands-free ultrasonic metal-thickness measurement while climbing on staging, scaffolding, ladders, or rope access. The tester mounts on a waist belt or chest harness, and its top display keeps readings visible during difficult-access work.
Coating-Ignoring Measurement
Multiple Echo measures remaining metal thickness while ignoring coatings up to 6 mm. The stated Coating Plus+ selection extends coating allowance to 20 mm, subject to the selected configuration and the conditions of the inspected surface.
Range and Probe Options
The measurement range is 1 mm to 250 mm depending on the probe. Single-crystal soft-faced probes are listed at 2.25 MHz, 3.5 MHz, and 5 MHz, with stated diameters of 6 mm, 13 mm, and 19 mm.
Measurement Confidence
Automatic Measurement Verification and Intelligent Probe Recognition are listed. AMVS supports verification of displayed readings, while IPR identifies the connected probe and adjusts instrument settings. No zeroing is required, and menu-driven controls support calibration.
Kit and Selection
The kit includes tester, probe, lead, membranes, oil, gel, test block, key, batteries, manual, calibration certificate, case, and belt clip. Confirm access method, harness compatibility, range, probe, coating thickness, and optional leather case before ordering.
FAQs
- Why is Multigauge 5500 suited to rope access? Its waist-belt or chest-harness mounting supports hands-free use while climbing, and the top display keeps readings visible before procurement and use.
- What coating thickness can it ignore? Multiple Echo ignores coatings up to 6 mm, while Coating Plus+ is stated to ignore coatings up to 20 mm.
- What measurement range is stated? The gauge measures from 1 mm to 250 mm depending on the selected probe and applicable material conditions.
- Which probe frequencies are available? The listed single-crystal soft-faced probe frequencies are 2.25 MHz, 3.5 MHz, and 5 MHz in three stated sizes.
- Does the instrument require zeroing? No zeroing is required according to the product features, while menu-driven buttons support the calibration workflow before procurement and use.
- What do AMVS and IPR provide? AMVS verifies displayed measurements, while IPR recognizes the probe and automatically adjusts matching settings in the gauge before procurement and use.
- What should rope-access buyers confirm? Confirm mounting, harness compatibility, range, probe, coating thickness, site access plan, kit contents, calibration, and protective-case requirement before procurement and use.
Description provided by Network Ndt Solutions.
Hands-free ultrasonic metal thickness testing
Waist belt or chest harness for rope access
Ignores coatings up to 6 mm standard, up to 20 mm with Coating Plus+
Red 4 character 7 segment LED
Automatic Measurement Verification (AMVS)
Intelligent Probe Recognition (IPR)
Up to 50 hours continuous use with alkaline batteries
Specifications
Product Name
Multigauge 5500 Waist
Store Name
Network NDT Solutions
Product Type
Ultrasonic metal thickness tester
Measurement Mode
Multiple Echo
Coatings Range
Up to 6 mm standard mode; up to 20 mm with Coating Plus+
Sound Velocity Range
1000 m/s to 8000 m/s (0.0394 in/µs to 0.3150 in/µs)
Probe Types
Single crystal soft faced
Probe Frequencies
2.25 MHz, 3.5 MHz, 5 MHz
Measurement Range
1 - 250 mm (0.04” - 10”) depending on probe used
Probe Sizes
6 mm (0.25”), 13 mm (0.5”), 19 mm (0.75”)
Resolution
0.1 mm (0.005”) or 0.05 mm (0.002”)
Accuracy
± 0.1 mm (0.005”) or ± 0.05 mm (0.002”)
Display
Red 4 character 7 segment LED
Battery Type
3 x disposable AA alkaline batteries or rechargeable NiMH / NiCD
Battery Life
Up to 50 hours continuous use using alkaline batteries
Gauge Dimensions
147 mm x 90 mm x 28 mm (5.75” x 3.5” x 1”)
Gauge Weight
320 g (11.3 ounces) including batteries
Environmental Rating
Case rated to IP65
Compliance
RoHS and WEEE compliant
Operating Temperature
-10°C to +50°C (14°F to 122°F)
Storage Temperature
-10°C to +60°C (14°F to 140°F)
Mounting Option
Waist belt or chest harness
Kit Contents
Meter, probe, probe lead, spare membranes, membrane oil, ultrasonic gel, 15 mm test block, membrane key, batteries, manual, calibration certificate, carry case, belt clip
Optional Accessory
Protective leather case
