Ensure adequate surface prep: remove scale, paint, and oil Verify magnetization direction covers the flaw orientation of interest Keep particle bath agitated — settlement causes weak indications If indications look fuzzy, reduce background by improving surface contrast Demagnetize parts when...
Confirm proper lighting levels with a lux or foot-candle meter Use magnification where code requires; don’t “eyeball” borderline cases Calibrate weld gauges and rulers; worn edges shift measurements Check both sides of a weld or component if access allows Photograph questionable areas for record...
What Does an NDT Consultant Do? Looking to design your own career in a constantly evolving field? Nondestructive testing offers adventurous experiences—and work that can take you anywhere in the world. A nondestructive testing (NDT) consultant (or NDT inspector) is an NDT subject matter expert...
NDT Manager: Become a Nondestructive Manager What Does an NDT Manager Do? An NDT manager (or quality assurance manager or Responsible Level III) develops, implements, and maintains programs, methods, and procedures that ensure assets are tested according to quality standards, keeping these assets...
