Industrial X-ray Scanning Services

X-ray scanning is a non-destructive inspection method that allows high precision investigation of an object’s interior without compromising structural integrity. 

This method of inspection has several industrial applications and is especially useful for industries where quality is the most critical requirement. Manufacturers and suppliers of automotive, aerospace and orthopedic medical devices benefit from these high precision, non-destructive inspection abilities.

With high resolution X-ray technology, inside structure, dimension, failure roots, fit and function can be inspected in a simple process. Imaging out internal features can be the most cost effective and best approach for the visual and dimensional evaluation.

Continue reading to learn more about the X-ray scanning capabilities and equipment offered by our testing facilities or contact us for a fast quote on your project.

X-ray Scanning at JTL America

X-ray imaging is the fastest and most reliable inspection methods used in many stages of the manufacturing process.

X-ray scanning can be used for design verification and evaluating consistency in the pre-production and post-production. When defects are found in the products, locating failure roots without damaging the specimen is possible, which is a significant advantage over other inspection methods. One of the most common analysis that JTL specializes in is void analysis on metal welding components, aluminum castings, electrical components such as printed circuit boards (PCB).

X-ray scanning is also useful for testing repeatability for lot inspection and quality control. JTL has evaluated small numbers of specimens to hundreds for quality assurance. Both internal and external geometries can be measured, such as length, angles, roundness, wall thickness, shape profiles and more. These geometric measurements are used to ensure that the dimensions fall within the required tolerance levels. Customized reports are created along with high quality images. These 3D images are taken in any predetermined angles and magnification. The scanned data can be sent and viewed in three-dimensions by the customer. Scanned data can be compared to other scanned parts or CAD models. This comparison provides color coded maps and deviation data.

Additionally, for research and development purposes, x-ray CT images can be exported as STL data and used for reverse engineering.