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Dakota CX Thickness Gauges

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The Dakota CX Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauges have all the features and functionality necessary for measuring material thickness and velocity on virtually any material - for a wide range of applications.

  • Summary

    • Summary

    • Dakota CX Thickness Gauge measuring beam

      Intelligent

      User definable limits for pass/fail indication

      Users are able to set upper and lower limits with audible and visual pass/fail warnings. Limits can be set for individual readings or for each batch.

      Dakota CX Thickness Gauge measuring small pipes

      Accurate

      A range of calibration options for accuracy and efficiency

      The Dakota CX thickness gauges have a range of calibration options including the 1-Point calibration method. Users can also select one of 39 pre-set materials stored within the gauge or store up to three calibrations into the memory.

      Dakota CX Thickness Gauge measuring pipe

      Versatile

      Measures uncoated & coated surfaces

      Flexible & easy to use, the Dakota corrosion gauge range doesn’t just measure uncoated surfaces but can also measure coated surfaces. Using Echo Echo ThruPaint™ Mode (EE), coatings up to 2mm (80mils) are ignored.

      • Auto recognition, ensures correct probe is identified when transducer is changed
      • Scan Mode at 16Hz, ideal for measuring a large surface area
      • User selectable reading resolution; 0.1mm (0.01”) or 0.01mm (0.001”)
      • Pulse Echo (PE), Echo Echo ThruPaint™ & Velocity (VM) measurement modes
      • Hi & Lo limit indicators provides indication of problem areas
      • Integrated zero disc, ensures maximum accuracy
      • Stores up to 100,000 readings in up to 1,000 sequential batches
      • Selectable reading rate of 4, 8, 16Hz (4, 8, 16 readings per second)

      Transducer Options

      A wide range of Corrosion Thickness Transducers available.

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  • Key Features

    • Key Features

      Dakota CX Thickness Gauges

      Elcometer CX Thickness Gauge connects to DakMaster™

      Wireless Connectivity

      Connect to PC

      Compatible with  DakMaster™ PC, readings can be downloaded via USB for further analysis and reporting.

      Dakota CX Thickness Gauge blast machine cone

      Customisable

      Choose & customise the reading display

      The Dakota CX Thickness Gauge range has a choice of display modes allowing the user to select the most appropriate for their needs; Readings, Selected Statistics, Bar Graph, Run Chart, B-Scan & Differential Mode.

  • Product Features
    • Product Features
      Dakota CX Thickness Gauges
      Features Model
      Model Number CX2 CX4 CX6-DL CX8-DL
      Easy to use menu structure in multiple languages
      Tough, impact, waterproof and dust resistant equivalent to IP64
      Bright colour screen; with permanent backlight
      Ambient light sensor, with adjustable brightness
      Scratch and solvent resistant display; 2.4" (6cm) TFT
      Large positive feedback buttons
      USB power supply; via PC
      Gauge software updates via DakMaster™ Software
      2 year gauge warranty2
      Limits: 40 definable audible & visual pass/fail warnings
      Measurement Mode  
      Pulse Echo (PE)
      Echo Echo ThruPaint™ (EE)
      Velocity Mode (VM)
      Measurement Rate
      4, 8, 16Hz
      4Hz
      4, 8, 16Hz3
      4, 8, 16Hz3
      Thickness Range 4
      PE 0.63-500mm (0.025-19.999")
      EE 2.54 - 25.4mm (0.100-1.0”)
      Measurement Units
      mm or inches
      m/s, inch/μs
      Repeatability / Stability Indicator
      Display Mode
      Reading
      Selected statistics
      Scan thickness bar graph
      Run Chart
      Readings and Differential
      B-Scan cross sectional display
      Selectable Reading Resolution
      Lo; 0.1mm, 0.01 Inch, 10m/s, or 0.001 in/μs
      Hi; 0.01mm, 0.001 Inch, 1m/s, or 0.0001 in/μs
      Statistics
      Number of readings,n; Mean average, x ; Standard deviation, σ.
      Lowest reading, Lo; Highest reading, Hi
      Low / high limit value
      Reading Range Value
      Nominal Value
      Number of readings below the low limit
      Number of readings above the high limit
      Calibration Options
      Zero (using the integral zero disc)
      1 - point
      2 - point
      Material selection; 39 preset materials
      Factory; resets to the factory calibration
      Velocity (speed of sound)
      Known thickness value
      Calibration Features
      Calibration lock; with optional PIN Lock
      Test calibration feature
      Calibration memories: 3 programmable memories
      Measurement outside calibration warning
      Data Logging
      Number of readings
      1,500
      100,000
      Number of batches
      1
      1,000
      Sequential batching
      Grid batching
      Fixed Batch Size Mode; with batch linking
      Obstruct entry; add 'obst' into grid location
      Delete last reading
      Date & time stamp
      Review, clear & delete batches
      Alpha numeric batch names; user definable
      Batch review graph
      Data Output
      USB to PC
      Bluetooth® to PC, Android™ & iOS devices
      DakMaster™ software
      Transducer Probe Type
      Dual Element
      Auto transducer recognition
      Auto V-path correction
      Easy to use menu structure in multiple languages
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Tough, impact, waterproof and dust resistant equivalent to IP64
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Bright colour screen; with permanent backlight
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Ambient light sensor, with adjustable brightness
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Scratch and solvent resistant display; 2.4" (6cm) TFT
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Large positive feedback buttons
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      USB power supply; via PC
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Gauge software updates via DakMaster™ Software
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      2 year gauge warranty2
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Limits: 40 definable audible & visual pass/fail warnings
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Measurement Mode
      Pulse Echo (PE)
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Echo Echo ThruPaint™ (EE)
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Velocity Mode (VM)
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Measurement Rate
      4, 8, 16Hz
      CX2
      CX4
      4Hz
      CX6-
      4, 8, 16Hz3
      CX8-
      4, 8, 16Hz3
      Thickness Range 4
      PE 0.63-500mm (0.025-19.999")
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      EE 2.54 - 25.4mm (0.100-1.0”)
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Measurement Units
      mm or inches
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      m/s, inch/μs
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Repeatability / Stability Indicator
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Display Mode
      Reading
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Selected statistics
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Scan thickness bar graph
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Run Chart
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Readings and Differential
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      B-Scan cross sectional display
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Selectable Reading Resolution
      Lo; 0.1mm, 0.01 Inch, 10m/s, or 0.001 in/μs
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Hi; 0.01mm, 0.001 Inch, 1m/s, or 0.0001 in/μs
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Statistics
      Number of readings,n; Mean average, x ; Standard deviation, σ.
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Lowest reading, Lo; Highest reading, Hi
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Low / high limit value
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Reading Range Value
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Nominal Value
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Number of readings below the low limit
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Number of readings above the high limit
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Calibration Options
      Zero (using the integral zero disc)
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      1 - point
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      2 - point
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Material selection; 39 preset materials
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Factory; resets to the factory calibration
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Velocity (speed of sound)
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Known thickness value
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Calibration Features
      Calibration lock; with optional PIN Lock
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Test calibration feature
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Calibration memories: 3 programmable memories
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Measurement outside calibration warning
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Data Logging
      Number of readings
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      1,500
      CX8-
      100,000
      Number of batches
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      1
      CX8-
      1,000
      Sequential batching
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Grid batching
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Fixed Batch Size Mode; with batch linking
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Obstruct entry; add 'obst' into grid location
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Delete last reading
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Date & time stamp
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Review, clear & delete batches
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Alpha numeric batch names; user definable
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Batch review graph
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Data Output
      USB to PC
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Bluetooth® to PC, Android™ & iOS devices
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      DakMaster™ software
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Transducer Probe Type
      Dual Element
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Auto transducer recognition
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
      Auto V-path correction
      CX2
      CX4
      CX6-
      CX8-
  • Technical Information
    • Technical Specification
      Dakota CX Thickness Gauges
      Part Number Description Certificate
      CX2 Dakota CX2 Material Thickness Gauge
      Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
      CX4 Dakota CX4 Material Thickness Gauge
      Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
      CX6-DL Dakota CX6-DL Material Thickness Gauge
      Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
      CX8-DL Dakota CX8-DL Material Thickness Gauge
      Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
      Model Number CX2 CX4 CX6-DL CX8-DL
      Measurement Range1
      Pulse Echo (PE) 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”) 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”) 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”) 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”)
      Echo Echo ThruPaint™ (EE) 2.54 - 20.00mm (0.100-0.787”) 2.54 - 20.00mm (0.100-0.787”) 2.54 - 20.00mm (0.100-0.787”)
      Velocity Mode (VM) 1,250-10,000m/s (0.0492 - 0.3937in/μs) 1,250-10,000m/s (0.0492 - 0.3937in/μs) 1,250-10,000m/s (0.0492 - 0.3937in/μs)
      Measurement Accuracy2
      Pulse Echo (PE) ±0.1mm (0.63-19.99mm)
      ±0.5% (20.00-500.00mm)      		 ±0.1mm (0.63-19.99mm)
      ±0.5% (20.00-500.00mm)      		 ±0.05mm (0.63-9.99mm)
      ±0.5% (10.00-500.00mm)
      ±0.004” (0.025-0.393”)
      ±0.5% (0.394-20.00”)      		 ±0.05mm (0.63-9.99mm)
      ±0.5% (10.00-500.00mm)
      ±0.004” (0.025-0.393”)
      ±0.5% (0.394-20.00”)
      Echo Echo ThruPaint™ (EE) ±0.1mm (2.54-25.4mm) ±0.1mm (2.54-25.4mm) ±0.05mm (2.54-9.99mm)
      ±0.5% (10.00-20.00mm)
      ±0.004” (0.100-0.393”)
      ±0.5% (0.394-0.787”)      		 ±0.05mm (2.54-9.99mm)
      ±0.5% (10.00-20.00mm)
      ±0.004” (0.100-0.393”)
      ±0.5% (0.394-0.787”)
       
      Operating Temperature -10 to 50°C (14 to 122°F)
      Power Supply 2 x AA batteries
      Battery Life3 Alkaline: 15 hours Lithium: 28 hours
      Gauge Weight 210g (7.4oz) - including batteries, without transducer
      Gauge Dimensions 145 x 73 x 37mm (5.7 x 2.84 x 1.46”), without transducer
      Packing List

      Dakota CX2 Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-4), ultrasonic couplant, carry pouch, screen protector, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, test certificate

      Dakota CX4 Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” HD right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-10), ultrasonic couplant, carry pouch, screen protector, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, test certificate

      Dakota CX6-DL Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” HD right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-10), ultrasonic couplant, plastic transit case, 3 x screen protectors, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, calibration certificate, DakMaster® software CD & USB cable

      Dakota CX8-DL Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” HD right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-10), ultrasonic couplant, plastic transit case, 3 x screen protectors, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, calibration certificate, DakMaster® software CD & USB cable
      Part Number CX2
      Description Dakota CX2 Material Thickness Gauge
      Certificate Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
      Part Number CX4
      Description Dakota CX4 Material Thickness Gauge
      Certificate Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
      Part Number CX6-DL
      Description Dakota CX6-DL Material Thickness Gauge
      Certificate Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
      Part Number CX8-DL
      Description Dakota CX8-DL Material Thickness Gauge
      Certificate Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
      Measurement Range1
      Pulse Echo (PE)
      MTG2 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”)
      MTG4 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”)
      MTG6 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”)
      MTG8 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”)
      Echo Echo ThruPaint™ (EE)
      MTG2
      MTG4 2.54 - 20.00mm (0.100-0.787”)
      MTG6 2.54 - 20.00mm (0.100-0.787”)
      MTG8 2.54 - 20.00mm (0.100-0.787”)
      Velocity Mode (VM)
      MTG2
      MTG4 1,250-10,000m/s (0.0492 - 0.3937in/μs)
      MTG6 1,250-10,000m/s (0.0492 - 0.3937in/μs)
      MTG8 1,250-10,000m/s (0.0492 - 0.3937in/μs)
      Measurement Accuracy2
      Pulse Echo (PE)
      MTG2 ±0.1mm (0.63-19.99mm)
      ±0.5% (20.00-500.00mm)
      MTG4 ±0.1mm (0.63-19.99mm)
      ±0.5% (20.00-500.00mm)
      MTG6 ±0.05mm (0.63-9.99mm)
      ±0.5% (10.00-500.00mm)
      ±0.004” (0.025-0.393”)
      ±0.5% (0.394-20.00”)
      MTG8 ±0.05mm (0.63-9.99mm)
      ±0.5% (10.00-500.00mm)
      ±0.004” (0.025-0.393”)
      ±0.5% (0.394-20.00”)
      Echo Echo ThruPaint™ (EE)
      MTG2 ±0.1mm (2.54-25.4mm)
      MTG4 ±0.1mm (2.54-25.4mm)
      MTG6 ±0.05mm (2.54-9.99mm)
      ±0.5% (10.00-20.00mm)
      ±0.004” (0.100-0.393”)
      ±0.5% (0.394-0.787”)
      MTG8 ±0.05mm (2.54-9.99mm)
      ±0.5% (10.00-20.00mm)
      ±0.004” (0.100-0.393”)
      ±0.5% (0.394-0.787”)
      Operating Temperature -10 to 50°C (14 to 122°F)
      Power Supply 2 x AA batteries
      Battery Life3 Alkaline: 15 hours Lithium: 28 hours
      Gauge Weight 210g (7.4oz) - including batteries, without transducer
      Gauge Dimensions 145 x 73 x 37mm (5.7 x 2.84 x 1.46”), without transducer
      Packing List

      Dakota CX2 Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-4), ultrasonic couplant, carry pouch, screen protector, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, test certificate

      Dakota CX4 Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” HD right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-10), ultrasonic couplant, carry pouch, screen protector, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, test certificate

      Dakota CX6-DL Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” HD right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-10), ultrasonic couplant, plastic transit case, 3 x screen protectors, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, calibration certificate, DakMaster® software CD & USB cable

      Dakota CX8-DL Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” HD right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-10), ultrasonic couplant, plastic transit case, 3 x screen protectors, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, calibration certificate, DakMaster® software CD & USB cable
      ● Calibration Certificate supplied as standard.
      1 Dependent on material being measured & transducer being used.
      2 On steel.
      3 Approximate battery life, when in Continuous Reading Mode at a reading rate of 4Hz. Rechargeable batteries may differ.
  • Standards
    • Standards
      Dakota CX Thickness Gauges

      ASTM E 797, EN 14127, EN 15317

  • Downloads
    • Downloads

        • Dakota CX2 & CX4 Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges Multi-Lingual Instruction Manual

        • Dakota CX6-DL & CX8-DL Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges Multi-Lingual Instruction Manual

        • Dakota CX2 & CX4 Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges CE Declaration of Conformity

        • Dakota CX2 & CX4 Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges UKCA Declaration of Conformity

        • Dakota CX6-DL & CX8-DL Ultrasonic Thickness CE Gauges Declaration of Conformity

        • Dakota CX6-DL & CX8-DL Ultrasonic Thickness UKCA Gauges Declaration of Conformity

  • Part Numbers
    • Part Numbers
      Dakota CX Thickness Gauges
      • Dakota CX2 Material Thickness Gauge
        • Part Number : CX2
      • Dakota CX4 Material Thickness Gauge
        • Part Number : CX4
      • Dakota CX6-DL Material Thickness Gauge
        • Part Number : CX6-DL
      • Dakota CX8-DL Material Thickness Gauge
        • Part Number : CX8-DL
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Dakota CX Thickness Gauges

Dakota CX Thickness Gauge Group Shot

The Dakota CX Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauges have all the features and functionality necessary for measuring material thickness and velocity on virtually any material - for a wide range of applications.

Dakota CX Thickness Gauge measuring beam

Intelligent

User definable limits for pass/fail indication

Users are able to set upper and lower limits with audible and visual pass/fail warnings. Limits can be set for individual readings or for each batch.

Dakota CX Thickness Gauge measuring small pipes

Accurate

A range of calibration options for accuracy and efficiency

The Dakota CX thickness gauges have a range of calibration options including the 1-Point calibration method. Users can also select one of 39 pre-set materials stored within the gauge or store up to three calibrations into the memory.

Dakota CX Thickness Gauge measuring pipe

Versatile

Measures uncoated & coated surfaces

Flexible & easy to use, the Dakota corrosion gauge range doesn’t just measure uncoated surfaces but can also measure coated surfaces. Using Echo Echo ThruPaint™ Mode (EE), coatings up to 2mm (80mils) are ignored.

Summary

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Dakota CX Thickness Gauges

  • Auto recognition, ensures correct probe is identified when transducer is changed
  • Scan Mode at 16Hz, ideal for measuring a large surface area
  • User selectable reading resolution; 0.1mm (0.01”) or 0.01mm (0.001”)
  • Pulse Echo (PE), Echo Echo ThruPaint™ & Velocity (VM) measurement modes
  • Hi & Lo limit indicators provides indication of problem areas
  • Integrated zero disc, ensures maximum accuracy
  • Stores up to 100,000 readings in up to 1,000 sequential batches
  • Selectable reading rate of 4, 8, 16Hz (4, 8, 16 readings per second)

Transducer Options

A wide range of Corrosion Thickness Transducers available.

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Downloads

    • Dakota CX2 & CX4 Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges Multi-Lingual Instruction Manual

    • Dakota CX6-DL & CX8-DL Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges Multi-Lingual Instruction Manual

    • Dakota CX2 & CX4 Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges CE Declaration of Conformity

    • Dakota CX2 & CX4 Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges UKCA Declaration of Conformity

    • Dakota CX6-DL & CX8-DL Ultrasonic Thickness CE Gauges Declaration of Conformity

    • Dakota CX6-DL & CX8-DL Ultrasonic Thickness UKCA Gauges Declaration of Conformity

Key Features

Dakota CX Thickness Gauges

Elcometer CX Thickness Gauge connects to DakMaster™

Wireless Connectivity

Connect to PC

Compatible with  DakMaster™ PC, readings can be downloaded via USB for further analysis and reporting.

Dakota CX Thickness Gauge blast machine cone

Customisable

Choose & customise the reading display

The Dakota CX Thickness Gauge range has a choice of display modes allowing the user to select the most appropriate for their needs; Readings, Selected Statistics, Bar Graph, Run Chart, B-Scan & Differential Mode.

Product Features
Dakota CX Thickness Gauges
Features Model
Model Number CX2 CX4 CX6-DL CX8-DL
Easy to use menu structure in multiple languages
Tough, impact, waterproof and dust resistant equivalent to IP64
Bright colour screen; with permanent backlight
Ambient light sensor, with adjustable brightness
Scratch and solvent resistant display; 2.4" (6cm) TFT
Large positive feedback buttons
USB power supply; via PC
Gauge software updates via DakMaster™ Software
2 year gauge warranty2
Limits: 40 definable audible & visual pass/fail warnings
Measurement Mode  
Pulse Echo (PE)
Echo Echo ThruPaint™ (EE)
Velocity Mode (VM)
Measurement Rate
4, 8, 16Hz
4Hz
4, 8, 16Hz3
4, 8, 16Hz3
Thickness Range 4
PE 0.63-500mm (0.025-19.999")
EE 2.54 - 25.4mm (0.100-1.0”)
Measurement Units
mm or inches
m/s, inch/μs
Repeatability / Stability Indicator
Display Mode
Reading
Selected statistics
Scan thickness bar graph
Run Chart
Readings and Differential
B-Scan cross sectional display
Selectable Reading Resolution
Lo; 0.1mm, 0.01 Inch, 10m/s, or 0.001 in/μs
Hi; 0.01mm, 0.001 Inch, 1m/s, or 0.0001 in/μs
Statistics
Number of readings,n; Mean average, x ; Standard deviation, σ.
Lowest reading, Lo; Highest reading, Hi
Low / high limit value
Reading Range Value
Nominal Value
Number of readings below the low limit
Number of readings above the high limit
Calibration Options
Zero (using the integral zero disc)
1 - point
2 - point
Material selection; 39 preset materials
Factory; resets to the factory calibration
Velocity (speed of sound)
Known thickness value
Calibration Features
Calibration lock; with optional PIN Lock
Test calibration feature
Calibration memories: 3 programmable memories
Measurement outside calibration warning
Data Logging
Number of readings
1,500
100,000
Number of batches
1
1,000
Sequential batching
Grid batching
Fixed Batch Size Mode; with batch linking
Obstruct entry; add 'obst' into grid location
Delete last reading
Date & time stamp
Review, clear & delete batches
Alpha numeric batch names; user definable
Batch review graph
Data Output
USB to PC
Bluetooth® to PC, Android™ & iOS devices
DakMaster™ software
Transducer Probe Type
Dual Element
Auto transducer recognition
Auto V-path correction
Easy to use menu structure in multiple languages
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Tough, impact, waterproof and dust resistant equivalent to IP64
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Bright colour screen; with permanent backlight
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Ambient light sensor, with adjustable brightness
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Scratch and solvent resistant display; 2.4" (6cm) TFT
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Large positive feedback buttons
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
USB power supply; via PC
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Gauge software updates via DakMaster™ Software
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
2 year gauge warranty2
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Limits: 40 definable audible & visual pass/fail warnings
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Measurement Mode
Pulse Echo (PE)
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Echo Echo ThruPaint™ (EE)
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Velocity Mode (VM)
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Measurement Rate
4, 8, 16Hz
CX2
CX4
4Hz
CX6-
4, 8, 16Hz3
CX8-
4, 8, 16Hz3
Thickness Range 4
PE 0.63-500mm (0.025-19.999")
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
EE 2.54 - 25.4mm (0.100-1.0”)
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Measurement Units
mm or inches
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
m/s, inch/μs
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Repeatability / Stability Indicator
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Display Mode
Reading
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Selected statistics
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Scan thickness bar graph
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Run Chart
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Readings and Differential
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
B-Scan cross sectional display
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Selectable Reading Resolution
Lo; 0.1mm, 0.01 Inch, 10m/s, or 0.001 in/μs
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Hi; 0.01mm, 0.001 Inch, 1m/s, or 0.0001 in/μs
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Statistics
Number of readings,n; Mean average, x ; Standard deviation, σ.
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Lowest reading, Lo; Highest reading, Hi
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Low / high limit value
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Reading Range Value
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Nominal Value
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Number of readings below the low limit
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Number of readings above the high limit
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Calibration Options
Zero (using the integral zero disc)
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
1 - point
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
2 - point
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Material selection; 39 preset materials
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Factory; resets to the factory calibration
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Velocity (speed of sound)
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Known thickness value
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Calibration Features
Calibration lock; with optional PIN Lock
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Test calibration feature
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Calibration memories: 3 programmable memories
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Measurement outside calibration warning
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Data Logging
Number of readings
CX2
CX4
CX6-
1,500
CX8-
100,000
Number of batches
CX2
CX4
CX6-
1
CX8-
1,000
Sequential batching
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Grid batching
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Fixed Batch Size Mode; with batch linking
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Obstruct entry; add 'obst' into grid location
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Delete last reading
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Date & time stamp
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Review, clear & delete batches
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Alpha numeric batch names; user definable
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Batch review graph
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Data Output
USB to PC
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Bluetooth® to PC, Android™ & iOS devices
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
DakMaster™ software
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Transducer Probe Type
Dual Element
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Auto transducer recognition
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Auto V-path correction
CX2
CX4
CX6-
CX8-
Technical Specification
Dakota CX Thickness Gauges
Part Number Description Certificate
CX2 Dakota CX2 Material Thickness Gauge
Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
CX4 Dakota CX4 Material Thickness Gauge
Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
CX6-DL Dakota CX6-DL Material Thickness Gauge
Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
CX8-DL Dakota CX8-DL Material Thickness Gauge
Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
Model Number CX2 CX4 CX6-DL CX8-DL
Measurement Range1
Pulse Echo (PE) 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”) 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”) 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”) 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”)
Echo Echo ThruPaint™ (EE) 2.54 - 20.00mm (0.100-0.787”) 2.54 - 20.00mm (0.100-0.787”) 2.54 - 20.00mm (0.100-0.787”)
Velocity Mode (VM) 1,250-10,000m/s (0.0492 - 0.3937in/μs) 1,250-10,000m/s (0.0492 - 0.3937in/μs) 1,250-10,000m/s (0.0492 - 0.3937in/μs)
Measurement Accuracy2
Pulse Echo (PE) ±0.1mm (0.63-19.99mm)
±0.5% (20.00-500.00mm)		 ±0.1mm (0.63-19.99mm)
±0.5% (20.00-500.00mm)		 ±0.05mm (0.63-9.99mm)
±0.5% (10.00-500.00mm)
±0.004” (0.025-0.393”)
±0.5% (0.394-20.00”)		 ±0.05mm (0.63-9.99mm)
±0.5% (10.00-500.00mm)
±0.004” (0.025-0.393”)
±0.5% (0.394-20.00”)
Echo Echo ThruPaint™ (EE) ±0.1mm (2.54-25.4mm) ±0.1mm (2.54-25.4mm) ±0.05mm (2.54-9.99mm)
±0.5% (10.00-20.00mm)
±0.004” (0.100-0.393”)
±0.5% (0.394-0.787”)		 ±0.05mm (2.54-9.99mm)
±0.5% (10.00-20.00mm)
±0.004” (0.100-0.393”)
±0.5% (0.394-0.787”)
 
Operating Temperature -10 to 50°C (14 to 122°F)
Power Supply 2 x AA batteries
Battery Life3 Alkaline: 15 hours Lithium: 28 hours
Gauge Weight 210g (7.4oz) - including batteries, without transducer
Gauge Dimensions 145 x 73 x 37mm (5.7 x 2.84 x 1.46”), without transducer
Packing List

Dakota CX2 Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-4), ultrasonic couplant, carry pouch, screen protector, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, test certificate

Dakota CX4 Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” HD right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-10), ultrasonic couplant, carry pouch, screen protector, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, test certificate

Dakota CX6-DL Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” HD right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-10), ultrasonic couplant, plastic transit case, 3 x screen protectors, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, calibration certificate, DakMaster® software CD & USB cable

Dakota CX8-DL Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” HD right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-10), ultrasonic couplant, plastic transit case, 3 x screen protectors, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, calibration certificate, DakMaster® software CD & USB cable
Part Number CX2
Description Dakota CX2 Material Thickness Gauge
Certificate Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
Part Number CX4
Description Dakota CX4 Material Thickness Gauge
Certificate Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
Part Number CX6-DL
Description Dakota CX6-DL Material Thickness Gauge
Certificate Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
Part Number CX8-DL
Description Dakota CX8-DL Material Thickness Gauge
Certificate Calibration Certificate supplied as standard
Measurement Range1
Pulse Echo (PE)
MTG2 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”)
MTG4 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”)
MTG6 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”)
MTG8 0.63 - 500mm (0.025 - 19.999”)
Echo Echo ThruPaint™ (EE)
MTG2
MTG4 2.54 - 20.00mm (0.100-0.787”)
MTG6 2.54 - 20.00mm (0.100-0.787”)
MTG8 2.54 - 20.00mm (0.100-0.787”)
Velocity Mode (VM)
MTG2
MTG4 1,250-10,000m/s (0.0492 - 0.3937in/μs)
MTG6 1,250-10,000m/s (0.0492 - 0.3937in/μs)
MTG8 1,250-10,000m/s (0.0492 - 0.3937in/μs)
Measurement Accuracy2
Pulse Echo (PE)
MTG2 ±0.1mm (0.63-19.99mm)
±0.5% (20.00-500.00mm)
MTG4 ±0.1mm (0.63-19.99mm)
±0.5% (20.00-500.00mm)
MTG6 ±0.05mm (0.63-9.99mm)
±0.5% (10.00-500.00mm)
±0.004” (0.025-0.393”)
±0.5% (0.394-20.00”)
MTG8 ±0.05mm (0.63-9.99mm)
±0.5% (10.00-500.00mm)
±0.004” (0.025-0.393”)
±0.5% (0.394-20.00”)
Echo Echo ThruPaint™ (EE)
MTG2 ±0.1mm (2.54-25.4mm)
MTG4 ±0.1mm (2.54-25.4mm)
MTG6 ±0.05mm (2.54-9.99mm)
±0.5% (10.00-20.00mm)
±0.004” (0.100-0.393”)
±0.5% (0.394-0.787”)
MTG8 ±0.05mm (2.54-9.99mm)
±0.5% (10.00-20.00mm)
±0.004” (0.100-0.393”)
±0.5% (0.394-0.787”)
Operating Temperature -10 to 50°C (14 to 122°F)
Power Supply 2 x AA batteries
Battery Life3 Alkaline: 15 hours Lithium: 28 hours
Gauge Weight 210g (7.4oz) - including batteries, without transducer
Gauge Dimensions 145 x 73 x 37mm (5.7 x 2.84 x 1.46”), without transducer
Packing List

Dakota CX2 Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-4), ultrasonic couplant, carry pouch, screen protector, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, test certificate

Dakota CX4 Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” HD right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-10), ultrasonic couplant, carry pouch, screen protector, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, test certificate

Dakota CX6-DL Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” HD right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-10), ultrasonic couplant, plastic transit case, 3 x screen protectors, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, calibration certificate, DakMaster® software CD & USB cable

Dakota CX8-DL Ultrasonic Material Thickness Gauge, 5MHz ¼” HD right angle dual element transducer (TXC5M00CP-10), ultrasonic couplant, plastic transit case, 3 x screen protectors, wrist harness, 2 x AA batteries, operating instructions, calibration certificate, DakMaster® software CD & USB cable
● Calibration Certificate supplied as standard.
1 Dependent on material being measured & transducer being used.
2 On steel.
3 Approximate battery life, when in Continuous Reading Mode at a reading rate of 4Hz. Rechargeable batteries may differ.
Standards
Dakota CX Thickness Gauges

ASTM E 797, EN 14127, EN 15317

Part Numbers
Dakota CX Thickness Gauges
  • Dakota CX2 Material Thickness Gauge
    • Part Number : CX2
  • Dakota CX4 Material Thickness Gauge
    • Part Number : CX4
  • Dakota CX6-DL Material Thickness Gauge
    • Part Number : CX6-DL
  • Dakota CX8-DL Material Thickness Gauge
    • Part Number : CX8-DL