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Geecy Industrial Services Pvt. Ltd.
Standard Operating Procedure

Title
SOP No.
: GISPL/UT/01
Standard Operating Procedure for

Calibration of Ultrasonic Flaw Detector
Revision
: 2.00
Effective date
Name
Designation
08/08/08
Supersedes
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Checked by
Manoj Gatty
Approved by
V K Babel
General Manger
Technical Director
Signature
Modifications Details
Sr.No
New
Rev. No.
01
2.00
Clause
No.
Details
Entire procedure reviewed &
revised , renamed as SOP &
released as Rev 2.00 in line
with Quality Manual
Reason for
Change
As per ASME
Sec V - 2007
edition
This document is the property of Geecy Industrial Services Pvt. Ltd. Navi
Mumbai. and is confidential. The document may not be reproduced, issued or
removed without written authority from Management.
Copy Holder : Manoj Gatty
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Contents
GISPL/UT/01
Section
Title
1.
Purpose
2.
Scope
3.
Referenced Documents
4.
Details of instruments used in the company
5.
Auxiliary Apparatus
6.
Calibration Blocks
7.
Calibration Procedure
8.
Responsibility and Authority for Calibration
9.
Factors Influencing Measuring Values
10.
Control of Calibration
11.
Frequency of Calibration
12.
Records Of Calibration
13.
Additional Requirements for Performance Evaluation
14.
Performance Monitoring of Ultrasonic search units
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Purpose
1.1
Purpose of this calibration procedure is to establish the method of verification of calibration

of Ultrasonic flaw detectors.
1.2
The calibration procedure described here is to ensure instruments characteristics as

required for the intended use and document its capabilities
Scope
2.1
This procedure is applicable to all the pulse echo type ultrasonic flaw detector having A scan
presentation and being used by the company for ultrasonic testing of materials.
2.2
Electronic adjustment of internal potentiometers for calibrations are not included in this
procedure.
Reference Documents
3.1
Manufacturers operating manual for Ultrasonic Flaw Detectors
3.2
Geecy Training & Certification Manual GISPL/OM/01
3.3
ASTM E 317 . Practices for evaluating performance characteristics of Ultrasonic pulse-echo

testing systems without the use of electronic measuring instrument.
3.4
ASTM 127 . Fabricating and checking aluminum alloy ultrasonic standard reference blocks
3.5
All referred documents shall be current
Details of Instruments Used in the Company
4.1
Equipments as per company approved instruments list
Auxiliary Apparatus
Machined block as per standard ASTM E 317 / 127

Single crystal probe of 10mm dia and frequency 4 MHz.
Co-axial cable with connectors
Vernier Caliper
Measuring scale
Light machine oil for couplant
Graph papers
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Calibration Blocks
6.1
Test blocks constructed as per ASTM E 127
6.1.1
ASTM sensitivity check block no 5-0075 for resolution check
1.6mm
19mm
50mm
2.0mm FBH
25.4mm
6.34mm
38.1mm
Fig 1.
6.1.2
ASTM Sensitivity check block No. 3-0300 for resolution check

1.6mm
76.2mm
50mm
1.2mm FBH
25.4mm
6.34mm
95.2mm
Fig 2.
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6.2
ASTM block ASTM 317 for Horizontal and vertical linearity check
25mm
25mm
19mm
32mm
1.2mm
57mm
1.2mm
75mm
6mm
50mm
19 mm
Fig. 3.
Calibration Procedure
7.1
Precaution - Reject must remain off during the process of calibration.
7.2
Horizontal limit and linearity check. This has significance when the depth of the discontinuity
is to be evaluated.
a. Keep the probe on ASTM317 block (see fig.3) such that sound beam passes
through the thickness side and beam path does not interrupt any of the two hole.
b. Obtain eleven non-interfering back wall echoes.
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c. Bring first back wall to '0' scale on base line keeping initial out of the screen.
d. Now adjust the third and ninth echo to second and eighth division of main scale.
Ensure the location of echoes by bringing amplitude to 50% of FSH.
e. Bring the first back wall to 100% of FSH and note the corresponding divisions of
each echo on the base line. These locations of echo are now expressed in terms
of percentage of full scale.
f. Tabulate the data and plot graph as shown in fig. 6.
g. All the measured points must fall on the linear line as shown in fig. 6.
Fig. 4
Initial echo
1st
3rd
9th
11th
80%
50%
20%
Percentage
Full scale
height
4
5
6
7
Full scale divisions
10
Fig. 5
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DATA FOR PLOTTING HORIZONTAL LINEARITY

Echo Position No. of
Percent of Full scale
Back Reflection No.
Divisions
1
0
0%
2
3
2
20%
4
5
6
7
8
9
8
80%
10
11
10
100%
7
6
5
4
1
Back wall Reflection No's
10
11
Horizontal Linearity Graph
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40
50
60
70
80
90
100%
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Position of the segment on sweep range percentage of full screen height
Fig. 5
7.3
Vertical Linearity Calibration

Significance of vertical limit and linearity - When echo amplitude is used for evaluation of
discontinuity in acceptance criteria.
a. Position the probe on the test block No. ASTM317 such that sound beam is directed
along the H side of the block towards two holes and obtain non-interfering echoes of
amplitude ratio 2 : 1. These echoes are referred as HA & HB. Precautions must be
taken to see that there is sufficient reserve in the gain control to vary HA & HB
between 10% to 100% FSH.
b. HA 60% and HB 30% of full scale is set point.
c. Gain control is adjusted in the increment of <10% of FSH. Note corresponding HA
value of HB and tabulate.
d. Plot the graph. Linearity should not cross the control limits
Ha
Hb
50%
Fig. 6
Data sheet for graph
DATA FOR PLOTTING VERTICAL LINEARITY
HA Percent of Full scale
HB Percent of Full scale
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7.3.1
Vertical linearity graph

The limit line provides the graduated tolerance for HA & HB of 1 graph division
starting at
the set up point to 6 division at the extreme.
60%
Limit Line
HA % OF FULL SCALE
Limit Line
30%
HB % OF FULL SCALE
Fig 7.
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7.3.2
Resolution Check
a. Keep the probe on block No. 3-0300 and obtain the back wall echo to 80% FSH.
Note the dB.
b. Keep the probe on block No.5-0075 and obtain the maximum echo height from the
hole by aligning the probe. If needed increase the gain to obtain 80% of FSH.
c. Hole is considered to be resolved if it is clearly separated from the adjacent
indication down to 20% FSH and there is no noise indications greater than 20%
throughout the range.
Non Linearity of resolution response is expressed by the difference in dB between 12dB
and the incremental gain change required to reduce the test hole indication from 80% to
20%.
Block 3-0300
Block 5-0075
Fig 8.
Response from hole
80%FSH
Back wall echo
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Fig 9.
7.3.3
Noise Sensitivity
Significance of noise sensitivity is to evaluate the system capability to detect the
smallest discontinuities.
a. Place the probe on the test block No. 3-0300.
b. Obtain the indication from the hole and adjust the gain such that amplitude height is
60% FSH.
c. Note the base line noise. Amplitude trace limit must remain within 20% of FSH.
Block 3-0300
Fig 10.
Response from hole

Back wall echo
50% FSH
Fig 11.
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Responsibility and Authority for Calibration
8.1
Technician qualified as ASNT UT Level II are designated persons to perform calibrations as

per this procedure and prepare calibration reports in standard format
8.2
Director shall issue the calibration certificate after review of reports.
8.3
The Site In Charge maintains record of calibration
Factors Influencing Measuring Values
9.1
The construction and composition of material of calibration block and attention taken in
taking measurements scale may influence the accuracy of UFD. Effects due to temperature
and couplant are also known to influence UT measurements.
9.2
Operating limits of UFD are attributed to temperature, battery life, type of probe, wear and
tear of probe surface. Influence of these may effect resolution and accuracy of
measurements.
9.3
Validity of the results will depend upon the precision of CRT reading of full scale readability.
This is assumed to be 0.04 mm yielding between 1% and 2% of the full scale reading for
available instrument having suitable screw.
9.4
Drift in reading may also be due to rough or pitted surface, unstable position or poor coupling
, damaged probe or cable.
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Control of Calibration
10.1
The UFD m/c calibrated by this method described in 3.7 and showing deviations within the
limits permitted by the specification is certified for use with a OK tag.
10.2
The UFD m/c showing deviation in excess of limits allowed by the applicable specifications
shall be corrected and re-calibrated.
10.3
A sticker shall indicate status of calibration of UFD on the instrument.
10.4
All UFD m/c not meeting the calibration standards shall be removed from operation and
tagged as NOT OK and sent for repair.
10.5
Manufacturers sealing of integrity to safe guard setting of the instruments internal adjustable
potentiometers, whose setting affects the performance shall not be tampered during the
calibration.
10.6
Whenever UFD is transported from site the calibration report and certificate shall be
dispatched along with it. Receiving, transporting and storage shall be documented by Site In
Charge.
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10.7
10.8
Trained and authorized person of the company shall handle UFD m/c to prevent misuse,
abuse, damage and changes in functional characteristics of the instrument.
Process of calibration shall be audited.
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Frequency of Calibration
11.1
Frequency of calibration of UFD as specified by the specification shall be Three months for
analog type & one year for digital type instruments or whenever repair / servicing is carried
out.
11.2
Verification of calibration may be carried out as frequent as Site In Charge finds needful.
Method adopted for verification of capability may not be as elaborate as specified but two
point reading may be taken and compared with records. Record of such verification shall be
maintained by S.I.C.
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Records of Calibration
12.1
Statistical record of calibration and the results of unacceptable errors remaining within
acceptable bounds.
12.2
See Annexure 5, 6 & 7 for forms of calibration reports and calibration certificate.
12.3
Additional Performance check / calibration shall be carried out ,as required
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CALIBRATION CERTIFICATE
FOR ULTRASONIC FLAW DETECTOR
GEECY
Sheet 1 of 3
Calibration Certificate No.
Date:
Instrument Name: Ultrasonic Flaw Detector

Instrument Type: Pulsecho generator with A scan presentation
Make:
Model:
Sr. No.:
Probe details : Type Normal beam Frequency : 4 MHz Size 10 mm diameter
Calibration Standard: Instrument calibration ASTM E-317
Calibrated block No's. : 3-0300 and 5-0075 (ASTM317 /127)
Calibration Procedure No.: GISPL/UT/01 Rev 2.00
Performance Check list as below:
Calibration Checks
Instrument Check
Points
Horizontal limit
Horizontal Linearity
Vertical limit
Vertical Linearity
Resolution check
Signal to noise ratio
Block
No's.
Table
No.
Grap
h No.
Calibration Results
Control Limits
Observation
mm
Ideal / Deviates
mm
Ideal / Deviates
Resolved / Reject
Within 20%
Test Observations:
Instruments measuring capability is found within / not within the specified test range.
Instrument is OK/ Not OK for normal / limited use. Calibration tag is attached to instrument.
Date of Calibration
Calibration Due on
Calibrated by UT Lv-II
Approved by UT Lv-III
Name
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Signature
Date
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Record of In House Testing,
Measuring & Inspection of Ultrasonic
Flaw Detectors
GEECY
Calibration Check Report No.

M-206, B-6, Sector 3.
Millenium Business Park
MIDC-Mahape, Navi Mumbai 400 710.
Date:
Sheet 2 of 3
GRAPH No.:
GRAPH FOR HORIZONTAL LINEARITY
UFD MODEL :
UFD Sr. No.:
TABLE No.:
Table No.:
SURFACE BACK REFLECTION NO.
DATA SHEET FOR PLOTTING

HORIZONTAL LINEARITY
Echo Position
Percent of
Back
No. of
Full scale
Reflection No.
Divisions
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Fig. 14
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Calibration Check Report No.
Date:
Sheet 3 of 3
GRAPH No. :
TABLE No.:
ATA SHEET FOR PLOTTING
VERTICAL LINEARITY
HA Percent of
HB Percent of
Full scale
Full scale
HA PERCENTAGE OF FULL SCALE
GRAPH FOR VETICAL LINEARITY
HB PERCENTAGE OF FULL SCALE
Fig 15
Statement of authority for this calibration

This instrument is inspected in ideal conditions to check and guarantee the optimum performance
within the capability of instruments test range. This certificate is pertinent to the instrument
mentioned herein and in any case not transferable. Validity of this calibration certificate is limited up
to period specified herein. Instrument should be re-calibrated if any repairs or replacements of
components are carried out and will render this certificate invalid.
Report if required to be reproduced, should be reproduced in whole,
For Geecy Industrial Services Pvt. Ltd.
Authorised Signatory
M-206, B-6, Sector 3. Millenium Business Park, MIDC-Mahape, Navi Mumbai 400 710
GISPL/F/UT/CAL/01/R 2.00
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13
Additional Requirements for Performance Evaluation of Ultrasonic Test

Unit (As required by Customer)
13.1
Equipment gain control/attenuator accuracy check
13.1.1
Position a compress compressional wave probe on IOW Beam Profile Block to obtain
indication from 25mm deep, 1.5mm diameter side drilled hole.
13.1.2
Adjust the gain to set the signal to 80% full screen height (Slight probe manipulation be
necessary to achieve this exact signal height ) and note the value of the calibrated gain
control (dB).Adjust the calibrated gain control to increase the gain by 2dB , the signal should
increase to full screen height (100%). Restore the gain to its original Value and then reduce it
to a further 6dB.the signal should fall to 40% full screen. Reduce the gain by further 12 dB the
signal should fall to 10% full screen height. Reduce the gain by further 6dB.The signal should
fall to 5% full screen height.
13.2
Tolerance Limits
13.3
Gain (dB)
Expected Screen Height
+2
0
-6
-8
-24
100%
80%
40%
10%
5%
Acceptable Limit (%F.S.H) not less than 90%
35 to 40%
8 to 12%
Must be visible above the base line
Equipment Amplifier Linearity Check
13.3.1
Position a compressional wave probe to obtain indication form 25mm deep,1.5 mm

diameter side drilled hole together with indication form back wall of the IOW Beam
profile block.
13.3.2
With the gain control and probe manipulation adjust the backwall indication to 80%
FSH and the indication from the hole to 40% F.S.H. Without further change in the
signal height ratio. Set the larger to 100%,60%,40% and 20% F.S.H with the use of
equipment gain control and at each setting note the height of the signal form the
hole.
13.4
13.4.1
13.5
13.5.1
Tolerance Limits
The difference between the smaller signal and half of the large signal shall not exceed
5% of the full screen height.
DB Accuracy Check
Place a compressional wave on position A on the DS Block (ref: sketch below) to
obtain indication form the 2 thick section. Adjust the time base range so that the first
back-wall reflection is at horizontal mid-screen. With the equipment gain control and
probe manipulation, set this signal to exactly 40% of full screen height.
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13.5.2
Increase the calibrated gain control by 6dB. Record the dB setting in column a and
the actual Screen height in column b on the certification report, line 1(see Annexure
2)
A
0
B
0
A
DS BLOCK
2
Fig 16.
13.5.3
Move the probe towards position B until the signal has dropped to exactly 40% of
full screen height.
13.5.4
Repeat step 13.4.2 and record the information on the next consecutive line on the
calibration report.
13.5.5
Repeat steps 13.4.3,13.4.4 and 13.4.2 consecutively until the back wall echo form
the 2 thick section is still discernible.
13.5.6
Determine the average screen value form column b disregarding the first three and
the last three tabulation enter, the figure as the 2% on the certification report.
13.5.7
The corrected dB value of column c of the certification report, shall be calculated by

the use of the formula below:
dB2=20X,log [2%] +dB1
1%
Where :
13.5.8
dB2= Corrected dB(column c)

2%= average echo height value % F.S.H
2%= actual echo height value % F.S.H/(column b)
1dB= db reading (column a)
The dB(column d) on the certification report shall be calculated by deducting the

corrected dB (column c) form the actual dB reading (column a),the resultant value
shall be noted and entered in the column provided. Note that the values may be
either negative or positive.
13.5.9
The collective dB error (column e) on the certification report shall be determined as

follows beginning with the dB error value (column d) nearest to 0.0collective add
the dB error values up and down placing the subtotals in column e
13.5.10
To determine the total qualified range of the test unit, move vertically up and down
from the average % line (%2),find the largest vertical span in which the top and
bottom collective dB error remain at or below 2dB count the number of vertical
spaces of movement, subtract one, and multiply the remainder by 6. This value is the
acceptable range of the test unit.
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13.5.11
The acceptable range of the test unit may also be show, graphically by the use of
the dB Accuracy Evaluation Graph(see example on Attachment no.4) In conjunction
with the data entered in the certification report as follow
i)
With the data form each line on the certification report, mark with a dot
on the point where the collective dB error (column e)intersects with the
dB reading (columns)
ii)
Establish a curve line passing through this series of point .
iii)
Apply a 2dB high horizontal window over this curve, positioned vertically
so that the largest section is completely encompassed within the 2dB
error height.
The acceptable range of the test unit may also be shown graphically by the use of
the dB Accuracy Evaluation Graph(see example on Attachment no.3)in conjunction
with the data entered in the certification report as follows.
iv)
13.5.12
this window length represents the acceptable dB range of the test unit
and shall be entered on the certification report:
The minimum total qualified range expected should be 60dB. Test unit that do not
meet this requirement may be used provided
1. That weld testing and flaw evaluation is kept within the documented
acceptable vertical linearity range of the test unit.
2. That correction factor figures are used (i.e. The dB error figures, column d)
13.6
Checking of Probe/Test Unit Combined Resolution
13.6.1
13.6.1.1
Compressional Wave Probe

Place a compressional wave probe at position A( ref: sketch below ) Three
signals from 85mm, 91mm,and 100mm surface should be clearly displayed.
Fig 17.
13.6.1.2
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Three signals from Position at B and C to determine the near surface resolution or the dead zone
of the Probe. If the refection form Perspex disc at 10mm (C) and 5 mm (B) could not be displayed
,it should be noted that reflectors within that region (dead zone) would not be detected.
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13.6.2
Shear Wave Probe
13.6.2.1
Place a shear wave angle probe on position A or B The signal form the side drilled holes should
be distinguishly displayed (ref: sketch below).
Fig 18.
13.6.2.2
13.6.3
Rear surface resolution of shear wave angle probes can be determined by using block with simulated
side drilled holes near the surface.
Tolerance Limits
13.6.3.1
The signal amplitude of subsequent signals should be clearly separated as indicated in the sketch
below .
Fig 19.
13.7
Assessment of Maximum Penetrative Power
13.7.1
This check can only be used as an indication of maximum penetrative power by direct Comparison of
different unites i.e. flaw detectors and /or probes. Two zero degree Compressional wave probes shall be
used for the assessment, one low frequency and High Frequency, for comparison.
13.7.2
The probe shall be placed at position A on the IIW calibration block (ref: sketch below) using a time
base range of 500mm.
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Fig 20.
13.7.3
The control can be set to give maximum gain and maximum pulse energy.
13.7.4
Determine the number of multiple echoes obtained form the Bottom of the plastic insert in the block
and the amplitudes of the echoes.
13.8
Tolerance Limits
13.8.1
At least three echoes should be obtained with the use of 2.-2.5 MHz probe.
13.8.2
At lest two echoes should be obtained with the use of 4-5 MHz probe.
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PERFORMANCE MONITORING OF ULTRASONIC SEARCH UNITS
14.1
This section describes the methods which will be used by the ultrasonic technicians for checking the
performance of ultrasonic search units prior to utilization.
14.2
Locating Beam Exit Point
14.2.1
Position the angle probe on the IIW-V1or IIW-2 calibration block to obtain to maximized signal form
the 100mm radius (IIW-V1) or 25mm/50mm radius (IIW-V2) curve.
14.2.2
Mark with indelible marker the point on both sides of the probe that coincides with the datum line on
the calibration block.
14.2.3
Repeat this procedure for all probes to be used.
14.2.4
The beam exit point shall be marked as accurately as possible, since all physical measurements will be
made form this point.
14.3
Determination of Probe Refracted Beam Angle
14.3.1
Place the angle probe in the approximate position of the angle scribe on the IIW-V1 or IIW-V2
calibration block that corresponds to the nominal angle of the probe being tested.
14.3.2
Maximize the signal form the reference hole and adjust as necessary.
14.3.3
Correlate the probe index point as indicated in 4.1 to the corresponding scribed graduations on the
calibration block to determine the exact angle of the main beam axis.
14.3.4
Probe actual angle shall be within plus or minus 2% of the designed angle.
14.4
Beam Profiles Determination
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14.4.1
To establish the vertical beam profile within the limits of the 20dB isobars, the 4X1.5mm diameter
individual side drilled holes of the IOW beam profile block will be used. At least three reflectors of
different depths shall be used to determine the beam profile within the applicable range.
14.4.2
Using a beam plotting chart, the depths of the appropriate holes in relation to the surface being scanned
will be lined in across the calibrated chart at the corresponding depth increment parallel to the line
representing the surface (see illustration below)
Fig 21
14.4.3
The maximized echo form the 1.5mm diameter hole will be used as the initial working point. with the
calibrated gain control adjust this echo to 80% of full screen height and add an additional 20dB.The
probe is then moved forward parallel to the block edge with the beam traversing the drilled hole until
the echo amplitude drops back to 80% and the beam path length or stand-off distance noted to
determine the trailing edge of the 20dB beam profile. Following this the probe is moved backward until
the echo rises to maximum and drops back to 80%. The beam path length or standoff distance is also
noted to determine the leading edge of the 20dB beam profile.
14.4.4
The steps described in 4.3.3 are subsequently repeated with further holes and all the
results transferred onto the beam plotting chart. (see attachment no 4 for the
schematic representation of the steps described above.)
14.4.5
Draw a straight line through the plotted reflectors as possible. Obvious anomalies in
the Results as represented in the chart shall be rechecked as stated to achieve a
consistent beam profiles.
14.4.6
The beam profile plotted shall be used by the ultrasonic technicians for on-site
evaluation of reflectors and shall be checked regularly for changes due to excessive
probe shoe wear.
This procedure may also be used to determine the actual refracted angle of the
probes.
14.4.7
14.5
14.5.1
Beam Axis Abnormality Check

Probe to be used for evaluation of reflectors shall be examined to ascertain that the
beam has only one major axis. This abnormality, check is achieved by using the IOW
beam profile block, maximizing an echo form one of the holes near the opposite
surface of the block form the one in contact with the probe. Slow back and forth
movement of the probe parallel to the edge of the block until the echo disappears
should produce a reasonably smooth decay of the reflection on both sides of the
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beam axis. An abrupt rise in echo height as the amplitude is decaying will denote a
beam profile abnormality.
14.5.2
Tolerance Limits
14.5.2.1
The intensity of any reflection rise form a secondary axis shall not exceed 10% of the major axis
intensity.
14.6
Internal Reflectors Check
14.7
Straight Beam Search Units
14.7.1
The time base shall be adjusted to represent the actual beam path distance to be
used by using the IIW block.
14.7.2
The calibrated gain control shall be adjusted so that the first back wall echo form the
25mm Section of the block is at 50% to 75% of full screen height.
14.7.3
Remove the probe form the calibration block without changing any other equipment
adjustments.
14.7.4
Increase the calibrated gain control by 20dB.The CRT screen area beyond 13mm
sound path and above the reference level height established in 14.7.1 shall be free of
any indication.
14.8
Angle Beam Search Units
14.8.1
The time base shall be adjusted to represent the actual beam path distance to be
used the IIW Block.
14.8.2
Position the angle beam probe on the IIW block to obtain a maximized signal form
the 1.5mm diameter side drilled hole.
14.8.3
Adjust the maximized signal to 80% of full screen height. By using the calibrated gain
control.
14.8.4
Remove the probe form the calibration block without changing any other equipment
adjustments.
14.8.5
Increase the calibrated gain control by 20dB. The CRT screen beyond 13mm sound
path and above the reference level height. established in 4.5 .1.2. shall be free of
any indication.
14.9
Distance Amplitude Correction (DAC)
14.10 DAC curves shall be constructed for each probe to be employed for weldment examination
as applicable, using the IOW beam profile block.
14.10.1
Position the probe on the block to obtain a maximized signal form the 1.5mm hole
nearest to the surface.
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14.10.2
Adjust the signal to approximately 80% of full screen height using the calibrated gain
control. Mark the peak of this indication on the CRT screen by using an indelible fine
tipped felt marker.
14.10.3
Repeat step 14.10.1 and 14.10.2 using the signals off every 1.5mm diameter hole
within the beam path length of the test range to be used.
14.10.4
Connect all points marked with a smooth curving line. This line will be referred to as
the DAC curve for the particular probe.
14.10.5
Note 1) DAC curve may be marked directly over the CRT screen cover or
superimposed using a Clear plastic or Perspex overlays.
14.10.6
If any point of the DAC has deviated by plus or minus 2dB of its amplitude, new DAC
curve shall be reconstructed and the previous one be voided.
14.11 Transfer correction

14.11.1
The difference in signal amplitudes between the reference block and the test
component due to test surface roughness, contour, coating and acoustical
attenuation characteristics shall be compensated by the use of transfer correction
method.
14.11.2
Measurement of this value is achieved by using by using two angle beam probes of
the same type, one acting as a transmitter and the other as a receiver with the test
unit set to dual mode. Position the probes on the reference block directed at each
other to obtain the maximum signal at full skip distance.
14.11.3
Adjust the maximized to approximately 75% of full screen height with the use of the
calibrated gain control. Mark the peak of this signal over the CRT screen cover or
transparent overlay and take note of the dB gain value.
14.11.4
Without altering the test unit sensitivity, reposition the probes to obtain a maximized
signal at two skip distance and mark the peak of this signal on the screen cover or on
the same transparent overlay used on step 14.11.2.
14.11.5
Draw a straight line connecting the set of peaks obtained. This line represents the
reference line in determining the transfer correction value to be used on the test
component.
14.11.6
Repeat step 14.11.1. on the test component and align the peak of the maximized
signal with the line established in the step 14.11.4. Note the dB value and subtract
the value obtained in step 14.11.4. The resultant figure shall be added as the
transfer correction value. This shall be added to the reference level prior to
examination of the test component. Note that this value may be positive or negative.
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Standard Operating Procedure

Standard Operating Procedure for

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Details of instruments used in the company

Responsibility and Authority for Calibration

Factors Influencing Measuring Values

Additional Requirements for Performance Evaluation

Performance Monitoring of Ultrasonic search units

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Purpose of this calibration procedure is to establish the method of verification of calibration

The calibration procedure described here is to ensure instruments characteristics as

Manufacturers operating manual for Ultrasonic Flaw Detectors

Geecy Training & Certification Manual GISPL/OM/01

ASTM E 317 . Practices for evaluating performance characteristics of Ultrasonic pulse-echo

All referred documents shall be current

Details of Instruments Used in the Company

Equipments as per company approved instruments list

Machined block as per standard ASTM E 317 / 127

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Test blocks constructed as per ASTM E 127

ASTM sensitivity check block no 5-0075 for resolution check

ASTM Sensitivity check block No. 3-0300 for resolution check

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Precaution - Reject must remain off during the process of calibration.

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DATA FOR PLOTTING HORIZONTAL LINEARITY

Back wall Reflection No's

Horizontal Linearity Graph

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Vertical Linearity Calibration

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Vertical linearity graph

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Response from hole

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Response from hole

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Responsibility and Authority for Calibration

Technician qualified as ASNT UT Level II are designated persons to perform calibrations as

Director shall issue the calibration certificate after review of reports.

The Site In Charge maintains record of calibration

Factors Influencing Measuring Values

A sticker shall indicate status of calibration of UFD on the instrument.

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Additional Performance check / calibration shall be carried out ,as required

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