Dakota MultiMax - 4 Channel Bolt Tension Monitor
The MultiMax by Dakota NDT is a cutting-edge 4 Channel Ultrasonic Bolt Tension Monitor that delivers precise, real-time data on fastener stretch, load, stress, and strain – all from anywhere in the world.
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Summary
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The Dakota MultiMax revolutionizes fastener monitoring by directly measuring bolt tension with ultrasonic precision – eliminating the inaccuracies caused by friction. Now, imagine having absolute accuracy and real-time insights into your critical bolted joints, no matter how far away they are.
The Dakota MultiMax Bolt Tension Monitor provides remote, continuous measurement of fastener length changes. Seamlessly integrate it into your existing condition monitoring system with the intuitive Dakota MultiUI software. This powerful combination enables real-time condition monitoring of bolt elongation, empowering proactive maintenance and preventing costly failures. Plus, the MultiMax is easily expandable, allowing you to monitor hundreds of bolts simultaneously.
Gain unprecedented control and ensure the integrity of your bolted connections. Choose the Dakota NDT MultiMax.
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Key Features
Dakota MultiMax - 4 Channel Bolt Tension Monitor
Key Features and Benefits:
- Highly Accurate Measurements: The Dakota MultiMax measures the stretch (elongation), load, stress and %strain of a fastener under tension with extreme precision.
- Ultrasonic Technology: By sending an ultrasonic wave down the length of the fastener and measuring the change in transit time, the Dakota MultiMax provides accurate calculations, avoiding the limitations of torque-based methods.
- Multi-Channel Efficiency: With four independent channels, the Dakota MultiMax can simultaneously monitor four bolts, increasing productivity.
- Scalability: Multiple Dakota MultiMax modules can be stacked together, allowing users to monitor numerous channels from a single interface.
- User-Friendly Software: The Dakota MultiUI interface software simplifies setup and monitoring of the Dakota MultiMax, and can be accessed from local or remote locations.
- Remote Control: The built-in remote commander operating system enables remote control of individual modules and channels.
- Customizable Interface: Users have the option to create their own UI software platform, thanks to the Dakota MultiMax's built-in operating system.
- Durable and Compact: The Dakota MultiMax features an extruded aluminium body with nickel-plated aluminium end caps, meeting IP65 requirements, and weighs only 16 ounces.
- Versatile Transducer Options: The Dakota MultiMax supports single element transducers from 1MHz to 10 MHz, glue-on transducers for permanent installation, and various connector types.
- Automatic Features: Includes automatic zeroing, gating & display configuration.
- Temperature Monitoring: Real-time temperature monitoring and compensation ensure accurate measurements.
- Data Logging and Storage: Measurements can be auto stored, and data can be archived in various formats on the 4GB internal SD memory.
Warranty and Support:
The Dakota MultiMax comes with a 2-year limited warranty and is proudly made in the USA.
Applications
The MultiMax is ideal for various industries where precise bolt tension is critical including:
Automotive
Construction
Aerospace
Manufacturing
Energy
Firmware Upgrades
Regularly checking and updating your firmware is crucial for maintaining performance, and ensuring compatibility with new features.
Make sure your Dakota MultiMax is running the latest firmware, select your gauge below.
Dakota NDT MultiMax
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- Product Features
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Dakota NDT MultiMax 4 Channel Bolt Tension Monitor
Product FeaturesDakota MultiMax - 4 Channel Bolt Tension Monitor
Model Multi Max Measurement Range PE - 25.4 - 25,400mm (1 - 999”) EE, EEVVelocity Calibration Range 1250 - 13,995m/s (0.0492 - 0.5510 in/μs)Temperature Compensation Memory and Data Logging 4GB internal memory , Fixed grid formatCalibration Options Automatic, fixed, single and two-pointTransducer Probe Type Single elementTransducer Frequency Range 1 - 10MHzUnits (Selectable) in/mm, μsLow Battery Indicator Transducer Connector Type Microdot, Lemo and BNCUSB-C Interface Temperature Sensor Timing Precision TCXO timing with single shot 100 MHz 8 bit ultra-low power digitizerPulser Type Spike. Pulser Voltage: 100 – 200v Selectable step options Spike, Thin, WideDamping 50 ohms FixedFrequency Band Broadband 1.8 - 19 MHz (-3dB) filterHorizontal Linearity +/- 0.4% FSWVertical Linearity +/- 1% FSHAmplifier Linearity +/- 1 dBDelay 25,400 mm (0 - 999.9”) at steel velocityMeasurement Gate Three independent gates depending on measurement mode selected, with audible and visual alarms. Amplitude 5-95%, 1% stepsAuto Set Automates the detection, scope, and display setting process for each individual boltField Calibration Vector or Regression correction curve for increased accuracy using Load & StressDetections Zero CrossingTime NanosecondsElongation Change in length (in/mm)Load Force load applied (pounds KIP, or megapascals MPa)Stress Force for unit area stress applied (inches per inch or millimeters per millimeter)%Strain Ratio of elongation to effective lengthBolt Materials Select types from a preset or custom listGlue-On Available for short bolts with minimal/short elongations to eliminate transducer placement errors
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Dakota NDT MultiMax 4 Channel Bolt Tension Monitor
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Technical SpecificationDakota MultiMax - 4 Channel Bolt Tension Monitor
Part Number Description Certificate Z-226-0001 Dakota MultiMax Bolt Tension Monitor 
Operating Temperature -10 to 60ºC (14 to 140ºF) Power Supply USB Only Gauge Weight 454g (16oz) - including batteries Gauge Dimensions 76 x 165 x 38mm ( 3.0 x 6.5 x 1.5" )
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StandardsDakota MultiMax - 4 Channel Bolt Tension Monitor
ASTM E1685-20
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- Downloads
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Downloads
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Dakota MultiMax Bolt Tension Monitor Datasheet
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Dakota MultiMax Bolt Tension Monitor - Instruction Manual
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Dakota MultiMax Bolt Tension Monitor CE Certificate
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Dakota MultiMax CE Certificate - FCC ICES
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Part NumbersDakota MultiMax - 4 Channel Bolt Tension Monitor
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Dakota MultiMax 4 Channel Bolt Tension Monitor- Part Number : Z-226-0001
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Dakota MultiMax - 4 Channel Bolt Tension Monitor
The MultiMax by Dakota NDT is a cutting-edge 4 Channel Ultrasonic Bolt Tension Monitor that delivers precise, real-time data on fastener stretch, load, stress, and strain – all from anywhere in the world.
Summary
Dakota MultiMax - 4 Channel Bolt Tension Monitor
The Dakota MultiMax revolutionizes fastener monitoring by directly measuring bolt tension with ultrasonic precision – eliminating the inaccuracies caused by friction. Now, imagine having absolute accuracy and real-time insights into your critical bolted joints, no matter how far away they are.
The Dakota MultiMax Bolt Tension Monitor provides remote, continuous measurement of fastener length changes. Seamlessly integrate it into your existing condition monitoring system with the intuitive Dakota MultiUI software. This powerful combination enables real-time condition monitoring of bolt elongation, empowering proactive maintenance and preventing costly failures. Plus, the MultiMax is easily expandable, allowing you to monitor hundreds of bolts simultaneously.
Gain unprecedented control and ensure the integrity of your bolted connections. Choose the Dakota NDT MultiMax.
Downloads-
Dakota MultiMax Bolt Tension Monitor Datasheet
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Dakota MultiMax Bolt Tension Monitor - Instruction Manual
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Dakota MultiMax Bolt Tension Monitor CE Certificate
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Dakota MultiMax CE Certificate - FCC ICES
Key Features
Dakota MultiMax - 4 Channel Bolt Tension Monitor
Key Features and Benefits:
- Highly Accurate Measurements: The Dakota MultiMax measures the stretch (elongation), load, stress and %strain of a fastener under tension with extreme precision.
- Ultrasonic Technology: By sending an ultrasonic wave down the length of the fastener and measuring the change in transit time, the Dakota MultiMax provides accurate calculations, avoiding the limitations of torque-based methods.
- Multi-Channel Efficiency: With four independent channels, the Dakota MultiMax can simultaneously monitor four bolts, increasing productivity.
- Scalability: Multiple Dakota MultiMax modules can be stacked together, allowing users to monitor numerous channels from a single interface.
- User-Friendly Software: The Dakota MultiUI interface software simplifies setup and monitoring of the Dakota MultiMax, and can be accessed from local or remote locations.
- Remote Control: The built-in remote commander operating system enables remote control of individual modules and channels.
- Customizable Interface: Users have the option to create their own UI software platform, thanks to the Dakota MultiMax's built-in operating system.
- Durable and Compact: The Dakota MultiMax features an extruded aluminium body with nickel-plated aluminium end caps, meeting IP65 requirements, and weighs only 16 ounces.
- Versatile Transducer Options: The Dakota MultiMax supports single element transducers from 1MHz to 10 MHz, glue-on transducers for permanent installation, and various connector types.
- Automatic Features: Includes automatic zeroing, gating & display configuration.
- Temperature Monitoring: Real-time temperature monitoring and compensation ensure accurate measurements.
- Data Logging and Storage: Measurements can be auto stored, and data can be archived in various formats on the 4GB internal SD memory.
Warranty and Support:
The Dakota MultiMax comes with a 2-year limited warranty and is proudly made in the USA.
Applications
The MultiMax is ideal for various industries where precise bolt tension is critical including:
Automotive
Construction
Aerospace
Manufacturing
Energy
Firmware Upgrades
Regularly checking and updating your firmware is crucial for maintaining performance, and ensuring compatibility with new features.
Make sure your Dakota MultiMax is running the latest firmware, select your gauge below.
Dakota NDT MultiMax
Dakota NDT MultiMax 4 Channel Bolt Tension MonitorProduct FeaturesDakota MultiMax - 4 Channel Bolt Tension MonitorModel Multi Max Measurement Range PE - 25.4 - 25,400mm (1 - 999”) EE, EEVVelocity Calibration Range 1250 - 13,995m/s (0.0492 - 0.5510 in/μs)Temperature Compensation Memory and Data Logging 4GB internal memory , Fixed grid formatCalibration Options Automatic, fixed, single and two-pointTransducer Probe Type Single elementTransducer Frequency Range 1 - 10MHzUnits (Selectable) in/mm, μsLow Battery Indicator Transducer Connector Type Microdot, Lemo and BNCUSB-C Interface Temperature Sensor Timing Precision TCXO timing with single shot 100 MHz 8 bit ultra-low power digitizerPulser Type Spike. Pulser Voltage: 100 – 200v Selectable step options Spike, Thin, WideDamping 50 ohms FixedFrequency Band Broadband 1.8 - 19 MHz (-3dB) filterHorizontal Linearity +/- 0.4% FSWVertical Linearity +/- 1% FSHAmplifier Linearity +/- 1 dBDelay 25,400 mm (0 - 999.9”) at steel velocityMeasurement Gate Three independent gates depending on measurement mode selected, with audible and visual alarms. Amplitude 5-95%, 1% stepsAuto Set Automates the detection, scope, and display setting process for each individual boltField Calibration Vector or Regression correction curve for increased accuracy using Load & StressDetections Zero CrossingTime NanosecondsElongation Change in length (in/mm)Load Force load applied (pounds KIP, or megapascals MPa)Stress Force for unit area stress applied (inches per inch or millimeters per millimeter)%Strain Ratio of elongation to effective lengthBolt Materials Select types from a preset or custom listGlue-On Available for short bolts with minimal/short elongations to eliminate transducer placement errorsTechnical SpecificationDakota MultiMax - 4 Channel Bolt Tension MonitorPart Number Description Certificate Z-226-0001 Dakota MultiMax Bolt Tension Monitor Operating Temperature -10 to 60ºC (14 to 140ºF) Power Supply USB Only Gauge Weight 454g (16oz) - including batteries Gauge Dimensions 76 x 165 x 38mm ( 3.0 x 6.5 x 1.5" ) -
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