LPN Metallurgy Research center (Thailand) Ltd. Document No.

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MAGNETIC PARTICLE EXAMINATION

PROCEDURE

AWS D 1.1

Prepared by Approved Approved

Revision
Description (Client’s
No. Date Representative)
Review /
Approved for V01 21-10-11
Application

Mr.Surasak Phoomool Dr.Asa Prateepasen

NDE Level II NDE Level III

Total page in this procedure ( Including cover ) 10

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CONTENTS

1. Objective ………………………………………………………………………………………… 3

2. Scope ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 3

3. Reference Document ………………………………………………………………………….. 3

4. NDE Personnel Qualification ………………………………………………………………….. 3

5. Equipment and Materials ………………………………………………………………………. 4

6. Calibration ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 5

7. Surface Preparation …………………………………………………………………………….. 5

8. Examination ……………………………………………………………………………………... 5

9. Extent and Requirements of Examination ...………………………………………….……… 6

10. Evaluation of Indications ……………………………………..…………….………………… 6

11. Acceptance Criteria …..…………………………………………………………………….…. 6

12. Repairs …………………………………………………………………………………………. 7

13. Reporting …………………………..…………………………………………………………… 7

14. Diagram of Examination Arrangement ………………………………………………………. 8

15. Table 1 : Visual Inspection Acceptance Criteria …………………………………………..... 9

16. Form 1: Typical Form of Magnetic Particle Examination Report ……………...…………. 10

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MAGNETIC PARTICLE EXAMINATION PROCEDURE (MT)

1. Objective :

This procedure provides the general conditions that normally required by the project general
specification and specific instructions on magnetic particle examination using magnetic yoke for the NDE
personnel performing examination on the materials & welds of structural member that required in
compliance with AWS D.1.1. and project specifications. LPN Metallurgy Research center (Thailand) Ltd.
will apply this NDE procedure in conjunction with corresponding project NDE specifications for the
project after obtaining client’s approval.

2. Scope :

This document contains the procedure for magnetic particle examination using magnetic yoke to be
used for inspecting the discontinuities that are open to the surface of ferromagnetic materials and welds
in accordance with AWS D 1.1 (Edition 2010). This procedure is not for detection of subsurface flaw.
Additional specific procedure/technique sheets shall also be implemented for the magnetic particle
examination of specific work if and when the need arises.

3. Reference Document :

3.1 International Codes and Standards

 AWS D.1.1: Structural Welding Code-Steel (Edition 2010)
 ASTM E 709: Standard Test Method for Magnetic Particle Examination

3.2 Project Specifications

Applicable project specifications shall be available prior to commencement of the project .
 ASNT Recommended Practice SNT-TC-1A (Edition 2001, 2008)

4. NDE Personnel Qualification :

4.1 The examination shall be performed by NDE personnel qualified to at least level II in Magnetic
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Particle Method. However, NDE level I in Magnetic Particle method shall be qualified to assist
NDT Level II in performing specific calibrations, specific tests and specific evaluations and
record test results following specific written instructions provided under the direct supervision
from designated MT Level II.

4.2 All NDE personnel shall be given annual vision examinations and capable of reading Jaeger
Number 1 or equivalent letters at not less than 30 cm. for near vision acuity and 20/40 for far
vision acuity or better with one or both eyes, either corrected.

4.3 NDE personnel performing magnetic particle examination shall also be checked color vision
annually and he can distinguish and differentiate contrast between the colors use.

4.4 All NDE personnel shall be certified in accordance with company which meets the ASNT
Recommended Practice SNT-TC-1A and / or approved equivalent by the applicable code,
standard and specification

5. Equipment and Materials :

5.1 Magnetizing Equipment

Ferrous-Probe #ES-X AC Yoke

 Power Source : AC 220/240 V, 50/60 Hz.
 Minimum Lifting Power : 4.5 kg (10 lb.).
 Articulated Legs to suit differing component contours.
 Weight : 3.2 Kg.
 Pole Space : Adjustable legs from 0 mm. to 304.8 mm.

5.2 Cleaning Solvent

Callington Sherwin DR-06
 Aerosol Can
 Non-chlorinated Solvent.
º
 Flash Point : - 18 C

5.3 Magnetic Particles

Chemetall Supramor 4 Black (Magnetic Particle Inspection Fluid)
 Aerosol Can
 Black under the white light.
 Non-fluorescent under black light
 Suspension Medium : Oil
º º
 Temperature : 16-49 C (60-120 F).
º
 Flash Point : > 93 C

5.4 Color Contrast

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Chemetall White Contrast Paint 712 (Non-Strippable)

 Aerosol Can
 To enhance indication.

5.5 Test Weight

Certified Weight Block
 4.5 Kg. (10 lb)

5.6 Light Meter

Digicon LX-70 Visible Light Meter
 0-100,000 LUX

6. Calibration :

6.1 Magnetic yoke shall be calibrated by determining their lifting power. Test plate to be used for
checking lifting-power of magnetic yoke shall be weighed with the scale from the reputable
manufacturer stenciled with the applicable nominal weight prior to first use. A weight needs to be
verified again only if damaged in that caused potential loss of material.

6.2 Each electromagnetic yoke shall be calibrated at least every six months, or whenever the
equipment has been subjected to a major electric repair, periodic overhaul or damage.

6.3 Each alternating current electro-magnetic yoke shall have a lifting power of at least 10 lb.
(4.5kg.) at 50 to 100 mm pole leg spacing. Each direct current or permanent magnetic yoke
shall have a lifting power of at least 30 lb. (13.5 kg.) at 50 to 100 mm pole leg spacing or at
least 50lb. (22.5 kg.) at 100 to 150 mm pole leg spacing.

6.4 The accuracy of light meter shall be verified every six months.

7. Surface preparation :

7.1 The surface to be examined and all adjacent area within 1" (25 mm.) shall be dry, clean
with out any slag, dust, oil, grease, scale, spatter, welding flux or other extraneous matter
that could interfere with the examination.

7.2 Surface irregularities and materials such as loose scale, loose rust and sand from the surface
of specimen shall be removed properly.

7.3 This nonconductive coatings, such as paint in the order 0.02 to 0.05 mm., will not normally
interfere with the formation of indications, but they must be removed at all point where
electrical contact is to be made.
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7.4 Oil and grease shall be removed using lint free cloth moistened with cleaning solvent. Then,
apply the cleaning solvent on the area to be inspected and wipe dry with the clean lint free
cloth or as appropriate.

8. Examination :

8.1 Magnetization Technique Electromagnetic Yoke Technique.

8.2 Method of Magnetizing Process & Examination Medium Continuous Wet Non-fluorescent
method.

8.3 Examination Temperature

Examination shall not be done if the surface temperature of the part is outside the
temperature range limitations of the particles set by the manufacturer.

8.4 Viewing Condition and Light Source

Adequate natural or artificial visible light shall be available while performing the examination
and evaluation of indications. Light intensity shall be minimum of 100fc(1076 Lx). If the light

source is used, demonstration for light level verification shall be conducted one time.

8.5 Sequence of Operation

a) After cleaning and prior to magnetization, spray white color contrast paint on the
surface to be tested at a distance of minimum 300 mm. from the surface to provide
adequate contrast. A coat of white color contrast paint shall be thin and uniform, and
allow to dry. For the weld, white color contrast paint shall be cover approximately
25 mm. on each side of the weld.
b) Place the yoke poles on the surface to be examined. Turn "ON" the current after the pole
are in contact with the surface.
c) Apply particles by spraying over the surface to being examined and remove the excess
with gentle air steam. Before spraying on magnetic particle, shake the can of magnetic
particle thoroughly.
d) Observe particle pattern for indications of discontinuities.
e) After each examination complete, turn "OFF" current before removing the poles from
the surface.
f) Perform a second examination of the same area, per (b) through (e) with the yoke poles
positioned at approximately perpendicular to the position of the yoke poles during the
first examination.
g) Reposition yoke poles for the examination of the next area. Overlap sufficiently to assure
100% coverage of the area requiring examination.
h) When residual magnetism in the part could interfere with subsequent processing or
usage, the part shall be demagnetized immediately after completion of the
examination.
i) Post examination cleaning is necessary if residual material could interfere with
subsequent processing or stated as a service requirements.

9. Extent and Requirements of Examination :

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Extent and requirements of examination shall be in accordance with the applicable project
specifications, codes and standards.

10. Evaluation of Indications :

10.1 All indications shall be evaluated in term of the acceptance standard.

10.2 If there are questionable indications or broad area of particle accumulation, the area shall
be cleaned and re-examined

11. Acceptance Criteria :

11.1 Acceptance criteria will be in accordance with the applicable project specification.

11.2 The following acceptance standard shall be applied as appropriate except where
requirements are specified for specific materials or application.

12. Repairs :

12.1 Prior to making weld repairs, the area where the defect is thought to have been removed
shall be examined by magnetic particle method to ensure that the defect has been
eliminated.

12.2 After the repairs have been made, the repaired area shall be blend ground in to the
surrounding surface and re-examined by the same procedure used for original examination.

13. Reporting :

13.1 All examinations carried out in accordance with this procedure shall be the subject of written
reports which will be completed on the approved form and shall include all relevant
information such as procedure number and revision, magnetic particle equipment, magnetic
particles (type), examination personnel identity, map and record of indications, material &
thickness, lighting equipment , date and time examination were performed.

13.2 The report shall be submitted to the designated personnel as soon as possible after inspection
is completed.

13.3 Repaired area shall be noted on the report and the results of the re-examination for the
repaired area shall be recorded.
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13.4 Where necessary, these reports shall be accompanied by a sketch or drawing.

14. Diagram of Examination Arrangement :

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Form 1: Typical Form of Magnetic Particle Examination Report

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