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The most common coupling fluid in use is DI water. Other fluids can be used but chances are that they will absorb more ultrasound than water and at very high frequencies may cause poor signal levels. The instrument operator must choose a fluid that will not harm the sample or the instrument. Alcohols such as IPA are the next most common fluid.
