Ultrasound Calculator

Calculate ultrasound wave properties for medical and industrial applications

Frequency (MHz):

Sound Speed in Medium (m/s):

Imaging Depth (cm) - Optional:

Attenuation Coefficient (dB/cm/MHz):

Results

Wavelength

0.3080 mm

Period

200.0000 ns

Axial Resolution (approx.)

0.1540 mm

Near Field Length

81.17 mm

Typical Frequencies

Abdominal imaging: 3-5 MHz
Cardiac imaging: 2-5 MHz
Vascular imaging: 5-10 MHz
Superficial structures: 7-15 MHz
Intravascular: 20-40 MHz

Formulas Used

Wavelength: λ = c/f

Axial Resolution: ≈ λ/2

Time of Flight: t = 2d/c

Attenuation: A = α × d × f