GRAS 48LX-1 UTP Microphone, Medium Pressure
Acoustic measurements in laminar and turbulent airflow require low-profile microphones to avoid disturbing the sound field. This is why we at GRAS have developed the UTP microphones – Ultra-thin Precision microphones.
UTP microphones are surface-mounted condenser microphones with all the expected quality and precision of a classical measurement microphone. They beat any flush- or surface-mounted microphone on the market - superior performance, unbeatable price, fast and repeatable mounting – and should be a first choice for cost-effective, high-precision testing.
The GRAS 48LX-1 is only 1 mm (0.04 inches) in height and, therefore, ideal for measurements in boundary layers and turbulence.
Superior Performance - Unbeatable Price
Explore the benefits, the very small things which make the BIG difference.
Quality Data
UTP provides accurate data from precision measurement microphones manufactured to narrow specifications. All LX versions have TEDS.
Low Profile
With a height of 1 mm the door to a whole new world of what can be measured in boundary layers and turbulent flow opens.
Easy Mounting and Verification
As shown below, mounting is easy, and once mounted, the setup can easily be verified in-situ.
Small Form Factor
Can be used in small or difficult-to access spaces where conventional microphones must give up.
Cost-saving Solution
Easy mounting, CCP interface with integral cabling and in-situ verification all add up to reduced setup time and faster measurements- with reliable data.
Flow-optimized Fairings
Fairings with a rise angle of 6.5 or 7.5 degrees ensure minimal disturbance to the sound field/airflow.
Easy Mounting and In-Situ Verification
48LX-1 is easy to mount and remove, even in confined spaces.
It can be mounted in a hard fairing which can be used as a permanently mounted dock. A click-mechanism ensures easy and stable mounting. The microphone can easily be removed, leaving the mounting position ready for future measurements. The fairing is secured with double-sided adhesive tape.
Fast and reliable in-situ verification saves time and increases confidence.
A special verification adapter with a soft cushion allows for quick, easy, and reliable in-situ verification. Four distance spacers ensure that the correct volume is achieved and that this volume can easily be reproduced.
Even on curved surfaces, this verification method is so precise that dismounting is not necessary.
Freq range: 20 Hz to 31.5 kHz (±1 dB)
10 Hz to 50 kHz (±3 dB)
Dyn range: 54 dB(A) to 170 dB
Sensitivity: 0.6 mV/Pa (±3 dB)
Use: For aeroacoustic measurements
48LX-1 is an Ultra-thin Precision (UTP) surface microphone for aeroacoustic testing.
It is a low-profile ¼″ CCP medium-pressure condenser microphone. The microphone is only 1 mm high and can, therefore, be mounted in air flow without disturbing the sound field.
Technology
Ultra-thin Precision Surface Microphone
48LX-1 is an Ultra-thin Precision (UTP) surface microphone set for aeroacoustic testing.
It is a ¼″ CCP medium-pressure condenser microphone set with a height of 1 mm.
The microphone set includes a preamplifier with TEDS.
The integrated cable connector is Microdot female. The total cable length is 3 m.
Typical applications and use
48LX-1 is for low- to medium-level surface pressure measurements on planar and curved surfaces. Because of its low profile, it is ideal for measurements in boundary layers and turbulence, e.g., in:
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Wind-induced noise measurement on vehicles
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Wind-tunnel testing
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Measurements in confined spaces
Mounting
48LX-1 can be mounted using the RA4810 Hard Fairing for 48LA/48LX-1, with click mount, and the included double-sided adhesive mounting pad. The fairing has a locking mechanism that makes it possible to install and remove the microphone without removing the fairing. The fairing has an angle of 7.5 degrees.
Field Verification
For sensitivity verification in the field using a sound calibrator, a special adapter is available, the RA4800 Adapter for Sensitivity Verification of flush/surface microphones. RA4800 is furnished with a round, soft pad similar to those used on over-the-ear headphones. This pad ensures a sealed cavity for the calibration signal. Read more here.
With this adapter, quick and convenient in situ sensitivity verification is possible, and therefore, it is possible to check the integrity of the measurement setup immediately before measurements.
Calibration
Accessories for sensitivity and frequency calibration are available.
For sensitivity calibration, the RA4801 Adapter for Sensitivity Calibration of 48LA/48LX-1 is available. This adapter is suitable for use with a pistonphone or sound calibrator fitted with a ½″ coupler.
For frequency calibration, the RA4802 Actuator for Frequency Calibration of 48LA/48LX is available. RA4801 and RA4802 are also available as a set, the RA4805.
48LX-1 is checked and calibrated before leaving the factory. An individual calibration chart is supplied with each microphone and includes an individual pressure frequency response.
Quality and warranty
GRAS microphone sets are made of components from our proven standard portfolio and are all manufactured of high-quality material and branded parts, which were chosen and processed to ensure life-long stability and robustness.
All parts are manufactured and assembled at the factory in Denmark by skilled and dedicated operators in a verified clean-room environment.
The warranty period for the 48LX-1 microphones is two years.
The warranty covers defective materials, and workmanship for the sensor element, printed circuit board, and housing.
Cable and connectors are covered by a six-month warranty period.
Service
Should you by mistake damage or destroy your microphone, we offer an exchange service at a reasonable cost and short turn-around time.
GRAS Sound & Vibration continually strives to improve the quality of our products for our customers. Therefore, the specifications and accessories are subject to change.
Specifications
The frequency response is within ±3 dB up to 70 kHz
Dimensions
Ordering info
Included items
| GRAS 48LX-1 | UTP Microphone, Medium Pressure, with 3 m cable and booster |
| GRAS RA4810 | Hard Fairing for 48LA/48LX-1, with click mount, double-sided self-adhesive mounting pad included x1 |
Optional items
| GRAS RA4800 | Adapter for Sensitivity Verification of Flush/Surface Microphones |
| GRAS RA4801 | Adapter for Sensitivity Calibration of 48LA/48LX-1 |
| GRAS RA4802 | Actuator for Frequency Calibration of 48LA/48LX-1 |
| GRAS RA4805 | Actuator and Pistonphone Adapter Kit for 48LA/48LX-1. This kit includes RA4801 and RA4802. |
| GRAS RA4810-2 | Hard Fairing for 48LA/48LX-1, with click mount, 10-pack, mounting pads are included |
| GRAS RA4810-10 | Hard Fairing for 48LA/48LX-1, with click mount, 50-pack, mounting pads are included |
| GRAS RA4811 | Soft Fairing Mounting Kit for UTP Microphone Sets |
| GRAS RA4811-2 | Soft Fairing Mounting Kit for UTP Microphone Sets, 10 pcs |
| GRAS DB0521 | Overlay Mounting Tape |
| GRAS AE0101 | Microdot Male - BNC Male Adapter |
| GRAS AA0070 | Microdot - BNC Cable, 3 m |
| GRAS AA0071 | Microdot - BNC Cable, 5 m |
| GRAS AA0072 | Microdot - BNC Cable, 10 m |
