{"id":331868,"date":"2026-02-13T09:37:17","date_gmt":"2026-02-13T13:37:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inspenet.com\/?post_type=brief&p=331868"},"modified":"2026-02-13T09:37:17","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T13:37:17","slug":"durr-ndt-d-dr-2430-ndt","status":"publish","type":"brief","link":"https:\/\/inspenet.com\/en\/brief\/seventh-edition\/durr-ndt-d-dr-2430-ndt\/","title":{"rendered":"D\u00dcRR NDT D-DR 2430 NDT Digital X-Ray Detector for Isotope Inspections"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

D\u00dcRR NDT expands its portfolio of advanced solutions for industrial radiography with the launch of the D-DR 2430 NDT<\/a><\/strong>, a medium-sized digital X-ray detector specifically designed to enhance performance in inspections with gamma sources. Its addition strengthens the company\u2019s technological offering in nondestructive testing (NDT) applications, where robustness, radiographic sensitivity, and portability are critical to ensuring reliable field results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Optimization for gamma radiation: The advantage of the GOS Plus Scintillator<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At the heart of the new detector is its gadolinium oxysulfide (GOS) Plus scintillator, a conversion material developed to maximize sensitivity in high-energy radiation scenarios. This design increases the scintillator thickness compared to traditional GOS variants, significantly improving gamma-ray absorption efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This feature makes the D-DR 2430 NDT ideal for applications dominated by isotopes such as Ir-192 or Co-60, maintaining high image sharpness even under low-intensity conditions or complex geometries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Resolution and performance: Precise imaging for welds and pipe profiles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With a pixel size of 76 \u00b5m, the detector achieves a basic spatial resolution (SRb) of 130 \u00b5m, enabling images with the level of detail required for inspections of critical welds, pipe joints, and detailed geometric analyses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This performance positions it as a high-value tool for inspections in refineries, petrochemical plants, hydrocarbon transport systems, and plant operations demanding precise diagnostics and high result repeatability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Robustness for real-world field conditions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The D-DR 2430 NDT is designed to operate under harsh conditions. It features IP67 certification, ensuring resistance to dust and water, and has passed drop tests from 1 meter, demonstrating its ability to withstand impacts and frequent handling in industrial environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A notable element is its internal radiation shielding, which protects the detector\u2019s electronic components and helps extend its service life, especially during repeated inspections with gamma sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Operational flexibility: Wireless or wired according to need<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The device can operate wirelessly via a rechargeable battery and Wi-Fi connection, or in wired mode via Gigabit Ethernet, providing versatility to adapt to different work configurations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Its integrated indicators for Wi-Fi, LAN, battery, and sensor status allow operators to monitor the system in real-time, reducing uncertainties during radiographic acquisitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

D-Tect X Software: Intelligence applied to radiographic inspection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As part of D\u00dcRR NDT\u2019s digital ecosystem, the D-DR 2430 NDT uses D-Tect X software<\/a><\/strong>, recognized in the industry for its efficiency in image processing and analysis. Its advanced functions include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n