{"id":20453,"date":"2026-07-06T17:52:33","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T15:52:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/roder.it\/products\/ultrasonic-thickness-gauges\/zx3-series-ultrasonic-thickness-gauges\/"},"modified":"2026-09-23T16:59:21","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T14:59:21","slug":"zx3-series-ultrasonic-thickness-gauges","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/roder.it\/en\/products\/ultrasonic-thickness-gauges\/zx3-series-ultrasonic-thickness-gauges\/","title":{"rendered":"ZX3 series ultrasonic thickness gauges"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-61d584a3 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-ba02fbf7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/roder.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dakota_ndt-zx3-strumento_zx3_strumento_ad_ultrasuoni_per_misure_di_spessore_e_corrosione-web_image-680x680-1.webp\" alt=\"Dakota NDT ZX3 ultrasonic thickness gauge\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:20px;border-top-right-radius:20px;border-bottom-left-radius:20px;border-bottom-right-radius:20px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"border-radius:0px 6px 6px 0px;border-left-color:var(--wp--preset--color--ti-accent);border-left-style:solid;border-left-width:5px;color:#1A5276;background-color:#ebf1f4;padding-top:14px;padding-right:16px;padding-bottom:14px;padding-left:16px;font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.769), 20px);font-style:italic\">The Dakota NDT <strong>ZX3<\/strong> is a <strong>pulse-echo<\/strong> ultrasonic thickness gauge with a dual element transducer, designed for thickness and corrosion measurement in demanding industrial conditions: rugged aluminium housing, wide measuring range and adjustable gain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkbox has-ti-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1\">\n<li><strong>Pulse-echo measurement:<\/strong> 1\u201310 MHz dual element transducer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Measuring range:<\/strong> 0.63\u2013914.4 mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resolution:<\/strong> 0.01 mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Adjustable gain:<\/strong> 40\u201352 dB (3 dB steps)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>High-speed scan:<\/strong> shows minimum thickness (100 Hz)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rugged housing:<\/strong> aluminium, operation \u221230\u2026+75 \u00b0C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>5-year warranty:<\/strong> NIST traceable calibration<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ZX3 measures thickness by the <strong>pulse-echo<\/strong> ultrasonic method: a <strong>dual element<\/strong> transducer (transmitting and receiving element) generates high-frequency pulses that travel through the material and are reflected by the far wall. The 120 MHz FPGA timing and the 150 V square wave pulser ensure stable measurements even on corroded or attenuating materials. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is the ideal instrument for <strong>corrosion and pitting<\/strong> inspection on pipes, tanks, boilers and metal structures, as well as on glass and other materials. The high-speed scan mode quickly locates the point of minimum thickness; the sealed extruded aluminium housing and the membrane keypad make it suitable for the harshest environments. <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light popmake-11245\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;border-bottom-left-radius:10px;border-bottom-right-radius:10px;min-height:250px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"213\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-14896 size-large\" alt=\"banner aiuto nella scelta dello strumento oppure della tecnologia\" src=\"https:\/\/roder.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/banner_technical_support_choose_products-1024x213.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/roder.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/banner_technical_support_choose_products-1024x213.png 1024w, https:\/\/roder.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/banner_technical_support_choose_products-300x63.png 300w, https:\/\/roder.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/banner_technical_support_choose_products-768x160.png 768w, https:\/\/roder.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/banner_technical_support_choose_products.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#d3d6dc\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-cover-is-layout-a304f9a9 wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-ti-fg-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(21.536px, 1.346rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 1.726), 35px);\"><strong>Would you like help choosing the right product ?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-right is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-b507c051 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/roder.it\/en\/contacts\/\">Click here !<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<style>.roder-spec thead td{background:#e8edf1 !important;font-weight:700;border-bottom:2px solid #c3cfd7 !important;}.roder-spec tbody tr:nth-child(2n) td{background-color:#f2f6f8 !important;}.roder-spec tbody tr:nth-child(2n+1) td{background-color:#ffffff !important;}.roder-codici table thead td{background:#e8edf1;font-weight:700;}.roder-codici .is-style-stripes tbody tr:nth-child(2n){background-color:#f2f6f8;}.roder-codici .is-style-stripes tbody tr:nth-child(2n+1){background-color:#ffffff;}.roder-codici .codici-header{background:#e8edf1;border-bottom:2px solid #c3cfd7;margin-bottom:0;}.roder-codici .codici-header,.roder-codici .codici-row{padding:6px 12px !important;}.roder-codici .codici-header p{margin:8px 0;}.roder-codici .codici-row{margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;}.roder-codici .codici-row p{margin:6px 0;}.roder-codici .codici-row .wp-block-column:first-child{text-align:center;}.roder-codici .codici-row figure.wp-block-image{margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;}<\/style>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technical characteristics<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes roder-spec\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td>Feature<\/td><td>Value<\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Instrument type<\/td><td>Pulse-echo ultrasonic thickness gauge with dual element transducer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Timing \/ pulser<\/td><td>120 MHz FPGA; 150 V square wave pulser<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Measuring range<\/td><td>0.63\u2013914.4 mm (0.025\u201336.00 in), depending on material and transducer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Resolution<\/td><td>0.01 mm (0.001 in)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Velocity range<\/td><td>305\u201318,542 m\/s (0.0120\u20130.7300 in\/\u00b5s)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Units of measurement<\/td><td>Metric and imperial<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gain<\/td><td>40\u201352 dB, adjustable in 3 dB steps<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Zeroing<\/td><td>Manual or automatic<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Transducers<\/td><td>Dual element 1\u201310 MHz, quick-release LEMO connectors, 1.2 m cable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scan mode<\/td><td>High speed at 100 Hz (shows minimum thickness)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Display<\/td><td>4.5-digit 7-segment LCD, backlight on\/off\/auto, stability bar graph<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PRF \/ update<\/td><td>200 Hz \/ 10 Hz<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Keypad<\/td><td>9 sealed membrane keys (resistant to water and petroleum derivatives)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Power supply<\/td><td>2 \u00d7 AA (alkaline \/ NiCad \/ lithium); ~45 h with alkaline; auto power-off after 5 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Housing<\/td><td>Extruded aluminium with nickel-plated aluminium end caps, sealed gaskets<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Operating temperature<\/td><td>\u221230 \u2026 +75 \u00b0C<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dimensions<\/td><td>63.5 \u00d7 131.3 \u00d7 31.5 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>approx. 312 g (11 oz, with batteries)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Certification<\/td><td>NIST and MIL-STD-45662A traceable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warranty<\/td><td>5-year limited<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group roder-codici is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Part numbers, accessories and spare parts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Order codes for the ZX3 and its accessories. Part numbers will be added as they become available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Instrument \u2013 complete kit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:280px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"has-border-color\" src=\"https:\/\/roder.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dakota_ndt-zx3-strumento_zx3_strumento_ad_ultrasuoni_per_misure_di_spessore_e_corrosione-web_image-680x680-1.webp\" alt=\"product\" style=\"border-color:#cccccc;border-width:1px;border-radius:12px;width:260px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td>Part number<\/td><td>Product code<\/td><td>Description<\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>&#8212;<\/strong><\/td><td>ZX3<\/td><td>ZX3 ultrasonic thickness gauge \u2013 thickness and corrosion measurement (base instrument, without data logger)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center codici-header is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:110px\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Photo<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:22%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Part number<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:26%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Product code<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Description<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center codici-row is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:110px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium is-resized has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"has-border-color\" src=\"https:\/\/roder.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dakota_ndt-strumenti_ultrasuoni_generale-immagine_di_sonde_alta_frequenza_con_dela_ultrasuoni-web_image-387x387-1.webp\" alt=\"Dual element transducer\" style=\"border-color:#cccccc;border-width:1px;border-radius:8px;object-fit:contain;width:96px;height:96px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:22%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#8212;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:26%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dual element transducer<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1\u201310 MHz dual element transducer with quick-release LEMO connectors (various frequencies according to the application)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center codici-row has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#f2f6f8\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:110px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium is-resized has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"has-border-color\" src=\"https:\/\/roder.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dakota_ndt-strumenti_ultrasuoni_generale-immagine_con_sonda_ad_ultrasuoni_e_liq_accoppiante-web_image-1200x1200-1.webp\" alt=\"Couplant\" style=\"border-color:#cccccc;border-width:1px;border-radius:8px;object-fit:contain;width:96px;height:96px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:22%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#8212;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:26%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Couplant<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Coupling gel for ultrasound transmission<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center codici-row is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:110px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium is-resized has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"has-border-color\" src=\"https:\/\/roder.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dakota_ndt-strumenti_ultrasuoni_generale-accessorio_valigetta-web_image-680x680-1.webp\" alt=\"Carrying case\" style=\"border-color:#cccccc;border-width:1px;border-radius:8px;object-fit:contain;width:96px;height:96px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:22%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#8212;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:26%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Carrying case<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Carrying case for the instrument and its accessories<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center codici-row has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#f2f6f8\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:110px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium is-resized has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"has-border-color\" src=\"https:\/\/roder.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dakota_ndt-strumenti_ultrasuoni_generale-accessorio_impugnatura_manuale-web_image-680x680-1.webp\" alt=\"Grip \/ protection\" style=\"border-color:#cccccc;border-width:1px;border-radius:8px;object-fit:contain;width:96px;height:96px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:22%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#8212;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:26%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grip \/ protection<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hand grip and display protection<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technical documentation<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes roder-spec\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td>Document<\/td><td>Type<\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/roder.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dakota_ndt-documentazione-spessimetro_ultrasuoni_zx3_zx5_dl-datasheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ZX3 \/ ZX5-DL data sheet<\/a><\/td><td>Datasheet (PDF)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/roder.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/dakota_ndt-documentazione-spessimetro_ultrasuoni_zx3-manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ZX3 manual<\/a><\/td><td>User manual (PDF)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What kind of measurement does the ZX3 perform?<\/strong><p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A pulse-echo ultrasonic measurement with a dual element transducer, ideal for remaining thickness and corrosion on metals, glass and other materials.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the measuring range?<\/strong><p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">From 0.63 to 914.4 mm (0.025\u201336 in), depending on the material and the transducer, with a resolution of 0.01 mm.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does the ZX3 store readings?<\/strong><p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No: the ZX3 is the base version without a data logger. For data memory, USB-C and a Bluetooth module, the ZX5-DL is available. <\/p><\/div><div class=\"schema-faq-section\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is it suitable for demanding industrial environments?<\/strong><p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes: sealed extruded aluminium housing, membrane keypad resistant to water and petroleum derivatives, operation from \u221230 to +75 \u00b0C and a 5-year warranty.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-ti-accent-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3\">Contacts &amp; Information<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact for general information : <a href=\"mailto:info@roder.it\">info@roder.it<\/a><br\/><br\/>Machine Vision Division of RODER : <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rodervision.com\">www.rodervision.com<\/a><br\/>RODER Instruments Division : <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rodervision.com\">www.innovacheck.com<\/a><br\/>More about RODER : <a href=\"https:\/\/roder.it\/en\/contacts\/\">about us<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The information contained in this website is provided for information purposes only. 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