- NDT Type: Visible Magnetic Particle Testing
- Required Equipment: Magnetizing device
Ideal Application: Castings, Dark surfaces, Detecting medium, large and course discontinuities, Extreme temperatures, Field testing, Forgings, In-service inspections, Large parts, Rough/textured surfaces, Spot inspections, Weld testing.
Defect Examples: Fatigue cracks, Grinding cracks, Inclusions, Laps, Quenching cracks, Seams, Shrink cracks, Tears, Welding defects