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NDT Reports: Quality Check List
Radiographic testing
BS EN 1330

Terms used in NDT radiological flaw detection

Replaces BS 3683 Part 3

BS EN 1435

Methods for radiographic examination of fusion-welded butt joints in

steel plate/pipe. Replaces BS 2600 Parts 1 2

BS EN 444

Methods for radiographic examination of fusion welded butt joints

in
steel pipe. Replaces BS 2910

BS EN 462 Part 1 Image Quality Indicators and recommendations for their use
Replaces BS 3971
BS 2737 (current)

Radiology of internal defects in castings as revealed by radiography.

1)

Focal spot or source size and strength should be displayed on the apparatus and
evidence of this should be available.

2)

Calibration of densitometers using a traceable film density strip

3)

Regular checks to be carried out on safe lights.

4)

Records to be kept of processing solutions including replenisher.

5)

Lead and salt screens to be checked regularly.

6)

Characteristic curves, exposure charts and IQI charts should be available.

7)

Metals strip wedges should be available.

8)

Radiation safety measures should be employed to the latest regulations.

Evidence of radiation monitor calibration should be available.

9)

Film storage.

10) Certificate of competency.

11) Film test strips should be used for both manual and automatic systems.
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Ultrasonic testing

(manual operation)

BS EN 12668
Part 1

Assessing the performance characteristics of UT equipment

Part 2

Electrical performance of UT equipment

Part 3

Guidance on in-service monitoring of probes

(excluding immersion probes)
Replaces BS 4331 Parts 13

BS 2704 (current)

Specification for calibration blocks for use in U/T

BS EN 585 Parts 1-5

welded structures

Method of UT examination of

BS EN 1714 replaces BS 3923

Part 1
Part 2
Part 3

Manual examination of fusion welds in ferritic steels

Automatic examination of fusion welded butt joints in ferritic steels
Manual examination of nozzle welds

1)

Evidence should be available that regular checks carried out to BS EN 12668

2)

Correct calibration blocks are available with evidence of dimensional checks having
been carried out

3)

Check evidence of certified personnel

4)

Identification of equipment and probes, beam plots if appropriate

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Penetrant testing
BS EN 571 Part 1

Penetrant flaw detection

Replaces BS 6443

BS EN 3059

Measurement of UV A radiation (black light) used in NDT

Replaces BS 4489

BS EN 1330
Part 1

Terms used in NDT: penetrant flaw detection

Replaces BS 3683 Part 1

1)

Vapour degreaser for acidity.

2)

Date stamp aerosol cans. (1 year life for red dye)

3)

Check fluorescent and red penetrant comparison of filter papers by eye or black light
monitor. Check for water contamination. Add 50% by volume to manufacturers
quoted water tolerance. If penetrant turns milky it is above the water tolerance
specified.

4)

Remover is self-checking. Failure to wash properly.

5)

Check temperature of wash water max 35C (Use thermometer)

6)

Check cleanliness of compressed air line. (Use filter paper at 30cm)

7)

Check for contamination of developer as follows:

a)
b)

Wet developer (Visual inspection for red. Black light inspection for fluorescent)
Dry developer (Visual inspection for dampness eg.Grey in colour, not fluffy. Black
light inspection for fluorescent

8)

Air circulating oven. Check thermostat . Maximum permissible temp 85 C

9)

Black light. Check minimum intensity depending upon type eg

1000W/cm2

10) Check level of white light for red dye operation (Minimum 500 Lux)

20 Lux or

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Magnetic particle testing
BS EN 9934 Parts 1-3
Powders

Magnetic Particle Flaw Detection + Inks and

Replaces BS 6072 and 4049

BS EN 3059

Measurement of UV A radiation (Black Light) used in NDT

Replaces BS 4489

BS EN 1330

Terms used in NDT Magnetic Particle Flaw Detection

Replaces BS 3683 Part 2

BS 5044 (current)

Contrast aid paints used in MPI

BS 89 (current)

Specification for direct acting indicating electrical measuring

instruments and their accessories

1)

Vapour degreaser for acidity

2)

Ammeter checks. Difference between check ammeter and m/c ammeter shall not
exceed 10% of scale reading. Note check ammeter shall be calibrated to traceable
standard

3)

Magnetic Ink composition:

Non-fluorescent inks not less than 1.25% and not more than 3.5% by volume
Fluorescent inks not less than 0.1% and not more than 0.3% by volume
Other solids if present not more than 10% by mass of ferromagnetic content
Particle size in at least 99% of a representative sample no particle shall exceed
100m
Powders in at least 99% of a representative sample no particle shall exceed 200m

4)

Test for solid content and general condition of inks, agitate ink, place sample of
100ml into settlement flask, allow to settle for 60 minutes. Read off result to nearest
0.1 ml. Record as solid content by volume. Special test for fluorescent inks: Check
ink for evidence of yellow green fluorescence in the supernatant liquid. If observed
discard the ink

5)

Functioning test for magnetic inks and powders.

Use ring piece Fig 2 BS 4069. Using 750 amps (RMS) at least 2 holes should give
an indication. Residual magnetism technique for powders:
Use test piece Fig 3 BS 4069 Mount test piece on an insulated rod, apply 500
Amps DC through threading bar and apply dry powder to each hole in turn
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commencing with the hole nearest the surface. powder should be applied at a
distance of 200300mm At least 5 holes should give an indication
Magnetic flow technique for inks and powders: Use test piece Fig 4 BS 4069
Magnetise test piece parallel to coil axis or use electro-magnets. The hole should
give and indication. Aerosol containers should be date stamped
6)

Corrosion test: Use low carbon steel bar 150mm long 12.5mm with surface
texture of 3.2 m RA. Partially immerse the bar in ink sample form minimum of 12
hours at 25 C There should be no evidence of corrosion

7)

Black light: Check minimum intensity depending on type:

20 Lux or 1.0mW/cm2 or 1000W/cm2

8)

Check level of white light: Minimum 500 Lux

9)

Permanent magnet + DC magnets Maximum pole spacing of 150mm

For pole spacing less than 75mm the lifting capacity shall be not less than
0.24kg/mm of pole spacing. If greater than 75mm lifting power shall be >18kg
AC electromagnets: For pole spacing of 300mm or less lifting capacity shall be
4.5kg