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Industrial X-Ray Inspection for Tire Quality Control
Wheel and tire inspection in automotive safety
Modern automotive tires are complex products, with internal structures such as steel belts and layered carcasses that are essential to their performance and safety. While traditional inspection methods can identify surface defects, they often fall short in detecting hidden flaws within the tire’s interior. This is where X-ray inspection technology plays a role in quality control. Industrial X-ray examination is considered the final, definitive quality check of the finished tire.
Benefits of non-destructive testing (NDT) in tire manufacturing
The NDT X-ray inspection method is especially valuable for high-priced, heavy-duty tires used in trucks, earthmovers, and aircraft, where regular tread replacement and retreading are common. Before investing in costly retreading, X-ray inspection provides a reliable assessment of the tire’s internal condition, ensuring only structurally sound tires are reused.
X-ray line scan camera C14960 series. For details on detection width, housing dimensions, and other specifications, please contact us.
Semi-finished rubber foils inspection
Before tires reach their final form, the manufacturing process involves creating flat rubber foils integrated with metallic or nylon wires. Inspecting these semi-finished foils is crucial to ensure strength and safety, as any misalignment can compromise tire performance.
Quality control at this stage is vital for:
- Wire Placement and Integrity: X-ray inspection verifies that all wires are present, properly aligned, and spaced correctly, preventing weak points in the finished tire.
- Early Defect Detection: Identifying flaws early minimizes waste and maintains production standards.
- Regulatory Compliance: Many automotive standards mandate rigorous inspections for safety and reliability.
Figure 1 Wire protusion inspection
X-ray technology you can trust
For this application, photodiode arrays or NMOS detectors are typically used. X-ray systems, including the C14300 and C14960 line scan cameras, offer high speed, resolution, and adaptability. Using our MFX X-ray sources with TDI cameras enhances sensitivity and can detect even minor deviations in wire placement, especially of nylon wire rubber foils.
Figure 2: X-ray tread inspection
Figure 3: Internal quality inspection (long-length specification)
Industry benefits of wheel and tire inspection
Leading tire manufacturers have adopted X-ray inspection to:
- Reduce material waste.
- Improve product safety and consistency.
- Streamline quality control for both semi-finished and finished tires.
By implementing X-ray inspection throughout the tire manufacturing process, producers can enhance product quality, achieve cost savings, and maintain efficient production lines, ultimately supporting a more reliable tire output.
Discover more about Industrial X-ray inspection or contact us to discuss the ideal solution for your industrial X-ray inspection needs.
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