TABLE OF CONTENT

1.0 SCOPE

2.0 EQUIPMENT

3.0 TECHNIQUE

4.0 EVALUATION OF INDICATIONS

5.0 ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

6.0 REPORTING

7.0 PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS

8.0 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

9.0 APPENDICES

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1.0 SCOPE

1.1 This Magnetic Particle Inspection procedure outlines the equipment, technique, surface
preparation and acceptance/rejection criteria for the testing of structural Steel welded joints.
The extent of the examination on weldments depends on contract Specification.

1.2 This procedure is designed to comply with the requirements of ASME V SEC IIX

2.0 EQUIPMENT

2.1 Yoke Technique Utilizing:

Electro-magnetic yoke (240/110 V.A.C.), Y6

to detect surface discontinuities shall be used

2.2 Calibration Test:

Electro-Magnetic Yoke, Y6 (240/110 V.A.C.)

a) Each piece of magnetising equipment shall be calibrated at least once a year in accordance
with ASME V SEC IIX

a) A test to demonstrate the minimum lifting power of 4.5kg (10 lbs.), as recommended in
ASME V SEC IIX, will be carried out daily on a test weight of 4.6kg (10.13 lbs.). Results to
be reported on a record sheet.

c) Inspection Medium used shall be of wet type. Wet particle black magnetic ink shall be used
or aerosols type 7HF magnetic black ink.

d) White background contrast medium shall be white emulsion paint or Magnaflux 9WCP rapid
drying lacquer (or equivalent).

e) Particles shall be used within the temperature range limitations by the manufacturer and
minimum flash point shall be 140 F.

f) When Magnetic Particle Inspection is needed to be done on surfaces at high temperature, dry
magnetic particle shall be used.

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3.0 TECHNIQUE

3.1 Prior to examination, the surface to be examined and all adjacent areas within at least one inch
of testing area shall be dry and free of all dirt, grease, scale, welding flux and spatter, oil
extraneous matter that may interfere with the examination.

3.2 Areas to be tested shall be painted with coat of white emulsion paint or white lacquer and be
complete dry before commencement of testing.

3.3 The inspection area shall be provided with adequate lighting to facilitate examination of the test
part for indication.

3.4 The Yoke shall be placed on the centre of the area to be inspected. The distance between the
poles shall not exceed 8inches (203mm) and good contact shall exist between the poles and the
item to be inspected. Place the yoke over the weld on the plate with its legs or poles equally
spaced from the weld.

3.5 The magnetising field adequacy shall be checked by using a “BURMAH-CASTROL’’ magnetic
flux indicator Type I BS 4134 (or equivalent )

3.6 Apply the ink while the magnetic force is maintained.

3.7 Interpret and evaluate any indication while magnetising force is on.

3.8 The magnetic field shall be applied at a minimum twice in each direction at 90 degree positions,
on each section of weld overlap of each test section. This will ensure proper magnetic coverage
of the surface and therefore enhance the detection of both transverse and longitudinal defects

4.0 EVALUATION OF INDICATIONS

4.1 Discontinuities and defects will be indicated by retention of the magnetic particles. All such
indications are not necessarily defects, however, excessive surface roughness, magnetic
permeability variations (such as at the edge of heat affected zones), etc., may produce similar
indications. If indications are believed to be non-relevant, each type of indication shall be
explored to determine if relevant linear discontinuities are present.

5.0 ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

5.1 When magnetic particle testing is used, it shall be in accordance with ASME V SEC IIX. The
yoke technique shall be used in accordance with ASME V SEC IIX.. And the standard of
acceptance shall be in accordance with ASME V SEC IIX.

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6.0 REPORTS

6.1 A report form that clearly identifies the work and the area of inspection, equipment and
consumables used shall be completed by the NDT Technician at the time of inspection.
A detailed report and sketch showing the location along the weld axis, location within
the weld cross section, size extent, orientation, and classification for each discontinuity
shall be completed for each weld in which significant indications are found.

6.2 When specified, discontinuities approaching rejectable size, particularly those about which there
is some doubt in their evaluation, shall also be reported. Area for which complete inspection
was not practicable shall also be noted, along with the reason why.

6.3 When necessary, a technique sketch will be added illustrating part geometry, magnetizing
technique and areas of part examination

7.0 PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS

7.1 Personnel performing this inspection shall be qualified in accordance with

the current edition of American Society for Non Destructive Testing
Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-IA or the equivalent

8.0 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

8.1 CLIENT SPECIFICATION

8.2 ASMR V SEC IIX

9.0 APPENDICES

Appendix 1 - Magnetic Particle Inspection Report Format

Appendix 2 – MPI Technique Sheet

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MAGNETIC PARTICLE TEST REPORT QC Report No.

Contract Number: Project:

Document Number: Quality Plan / I.T.P. Number: QC Report Date:
Document Revision: Inspection Class: Technical Specification:
Drawing Number(s): Location: Material Type:
Line Number: Plant / System: Thickness:
Welding SMA GTA GMA FCA SA Othe
GAS Diameter:
process W W W W W r
Test Procedure No.: Test Point: Before Welding [ ] After Welding [ ]
Equipment: Yoke [ ] Prod [ ] Distance (Prod)
Magnetic Field Indicator:
mm
Liquid Particle Brand: Dry Particle Brand: Fluorescent: Yes [ ] No [ ]
Result
Joint No.
Welder Scope Type of Defect
Inspected By Date
No. Defect Location Acc Rej
Tested
%

Endorsements Swift Inspection Services Ltd Client

Name
Sign
Date

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MPI. TECHNIQUE SHEET NO…………….

PROJECT ………………………………………. CLIENT……………….….........………….

CONTRACT NO……………………………….. JOB NO…………………..…….....……….

LOCATION…………………………………….. CODE …………….…………..………..…...

ITEM TESTED…………………………………. THICKNESS……..……………………..….

ACCEPTANCE SPEC………………………….. DRAWING NO……………………………..

MPI. PROCEDURE NO…………………………. REF. REV. NO. …………………………

EQUIPMENT …………………………….. MODEL.……….…………………………….

SERIAL NO ……………………………… TECHNIQUE NO………………..…………

CONSUMABLES ….…………………………………………

SENSITIVITY…………………….………………………………….

COMMENTS……………………………………………………………………………………..

TECHINQUE SKETCH

TECHNICIAN...............................................

SIGN/DATE..........................................

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