PROCEDURE MPI-AS002

MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION PROCEDURE

for the testing of General Products
based on ASTM E1444

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 Introduction
2.0 Scope
3.0 Standards & References
4.0 Terminology
5.0 Safety
6.0 Personnel Qualifications
7.0 Identification and Datum Points
8.0 Surface Preparation
9.0 Extent of Inspection
10.0 Equipment Specification
11.0 Equipment Calibration
12.0 Equipment Function Tests
13.0 Technique Process
14.0 Acceptance/Rejection Criteria
15.0 Reporting
16.0 Post Cleaning
17.0 Records
18.0 Documents

Appendices
Appendix 1 Magnetic Particle Inspection Report Pro-formas
Appendix 2 Technique Sheets
Appendix 3 Procedure for Measuring UV-A Lamp (UV-A Irradiance Levels (Intensity) and
Illuminated Light Levels).
Appendix 4 Light Test Record
Appendix 5 Client Based Acceptance and Reference
Appendix 6 Magnetic Yoke Test Register
Appendix 7 Solid Content Magnetic Ink Register

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1.0 Introduction

1.1 The objective of this procedure is to provide the Customer and Verifying Bodies with
a documented procedure for the execution of Magnetic Particle Inspection and
provide NDT personnel with a general but non-specific procedure, which addresses
the activities associated with the Inspection of ferromagnetic materials.

1.2 Prior to commencement of any inspection, Rigmar Services Ltd shall inform NDT
personnel of the scope of work ahead. Inspectors shall ensure that they are familiar
with the instruction and procedural requirements of work to be undertaken and that
all relevant information documented or otherwise is made available to facilitate job
completion.

2.0 Scope

2.1 The scope of this procedure covers the use of Electromagnetic A.C. Yokes for the
detection of surface discontinuities and is based on ASTM E1444 – Standard Practice
for Magnetic Particle Inspection.

2.2 The mode of magnetisation shall be the continuous method for all applications using
A.C. and for visible and fluorescent techniques where applicable.

2.3 Unless otherwise agreed by Rigmar Services Ltd, this procedure shall be used when
performing duties or activities involving magnetic particle inspection.

2.4 This procedure is intended to reveal flaws from the test, which may or may not be
detrimental to the integrity of the structure. It will, at all times be the objective of
the technician to find and report all significant flaws.

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3.0 Standards and References

3.1 The following documents are applicable to meet the general or specific industry
requirements:

 ASTM E1444 - Magnetic Particle Inspection

 Company Safety Procedures
 Company Operating procedures
 Health & Safety Law
 COSHH Regulations
 SNT/TC/1A 2006 Recommended Practice – Qualification and Certification in NDT
 PCN Certification Scheme Documentation – Personal Qualification and
Certification in NDT
 Company Written Practice RMS-CWP-001
 Client Specification – Acceptance Standards (Attached Separately)
 E1316: Terminology for Non Destructive Examinations

Note that each reference is to the latest revision of the document and should be
specified clearly detailed on the inspection reports or technique sheets at the time of
inspection work undertaken.

4.0 Terminology

4.1 Standard terms and abbreviations used within this procedure are defined within the
glossary terms and definitions BS EN 1330-1 Non Destructive Testing Terminology
Part 1 – Glossary Terms.

4.2 Non standard definitions / abbreviations are as follows:

 SNT – Society of Non-Destructive Testing

 PCN – Personnel Certification in NDT
 NDT – Non Destructive Testing
 NDE – Non Destructive Examination

5.0 Safety

5.1 Where deemed necessary, all technicians performing magnetic particle inspection
shall wear, prior to and during inspection, safety glasses, safety boots, safety
coveralls and gloves as a minimum or specific to site regulations.

5.2 All operators shall be familiar with the Health and Safety Law and be cognisant with
the Company Safety Procedure.

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 5.3 Operators carrying out Magnetic Particle Inspection shall be aware of the hazards
involved, i.e. fire, chemical reaction, toxic, UV-A radiations etc and this would be
cognisant with C.O.S.H.H. Regulations and associated risk assessments.

5.4 All inspection work carried out on clients’ installations or sites must be aware of and
adhere to the permit to work systems, where applicable.

5.5 No inspection tasks will be performed without the operators being in possession of a
valid permit entitling them to carry out inspections as specified within the correct
permit.

5.6 In compliance with the installation / work site permit requirements, any materials /
consumables used during the inspection must be disposed of safely using the
receptacles provided.

6.0 Personnel Qualifications

6.1 All technicians performing NDT shall be trained, experienced and currently certified
to SNT or PCN Level 2 in the relevant method, sector & category for the item being
inspected.

6.2 All technicians shall hold current valid certification in accordance with the Company
Written Practice and in line with SNT-TC-1A 2006 Edition. All training records shall be
kept within personnel files.

6.3 Technicians holding the relevant certification shall be authorised by the company to
carry out NDT prior to commencement of inspection and shall be in possession of an
operating authorisation signed by the company representative. This shall be made
available to the clients for review at any time.

6.4 All personnel shall meet, in addition to the above; the qualification requirements
stated by the client and shall demonstrate their experience and competence in any
given aspect of the technique, if required.

6.5 Eye Examination - all technicians performing magnetic particle inspection shall have
passed a near acuity eye examination by either corrected or uncorrected means in
the preceding 12 months, in accordance with the Company Written Practice,
following SNT-TC-1A Guidelines or BS EN 473 requirements:
• SNT-TC-1A – J2 Sized Letters @ not less than 30cm (0.3m)
• BS EN 473 – J1 (N4.5) Sized Letters @ not less than 30cm (0.3m).

6.6 Colour vision testing shall be carried out, particularly in the colours or shades to be
used in subsequent testing. Records of such eye examinations shall be produced and
kept in personnel files.

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7.0 Identification and Datum Points

7.1 All material inspected shall have evidence of a unique number for traceability as
determined by client.

7.2 A datum point shall be clearly marked by means of paint, marker pen, tape or other
means acceptable by the client in order to identify the areas where indications or
discontinuities may be present and to ensure the repeatability of test results or the
future location of defects.

7.3 In the event of any material being found defective a detailed drawing will be
provided. The item shall be identified as rejected and marked clearly on the
component using a marking pen or similar that will no affect the use of the
component or prejudice any subsequent testing.

8.0 Surface Preparation

8.1 All area(s) under inspection shall be clean and dry and free from all contaminants
such as oil, grease, debris, rust, scale, paint, water and or any foreign matter that
may affect or hinder the sensitivity of the test.

8.2 Mechanical cleaning operations must be carefully managed so as not to damage the
surfaces of inspection leading to mechanical damage or by peening the surface,
which may lead to, closing discontinuities open to the surface.

9.0 Extent of Inspection

9.1 All areas to be inspected should be identified on a request for inspection as required
or provided by the client / issuing authority.

9.2 Where sections or part sections require inspection, at least 25mm either side of
those areas shall be tested unless otherwise agreed by contracting parties.

10.0 Equipment Specification

10.1 The equipment used will be maintained in proper working order in accordance with
the requirements and applicable reference specifications (ASTM E1444).

10.2 Each magnet will be identified by a unique serial number and will be calibrated by an
independent body every 12 months and carried with a valid certificate of calibration,
sighting the corresponding serial number of the magnet.

10.3 The type of equipment normally used in the activities associated with the material
under test, but not limited to, are as follows:

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  Pulsed DC Electromagnet (if required)
 Y6 Electromagnet, 110V A.C.
 Penetrameter, Foil Strip Type I
 UV-A Lamps Portable 110V A.C.
 Radiometer / Photometer
 Crowe Receiver or Equivalent
 Test Weight 10Lbs (4.5Kg)
 Permanent Magnet
 Gauss Meter
 Detecting Medium
 White Contrast Paint
 Test Weight (18.1 Kgs)

10.4 Magnetising Techniques - The magnetic field is induced into the workplace by
application of an AC or Pulsed Electromagnet by placing on to the material surface.

10.4.1 The detecting medium is applied prior to and during magnetic induction
with a shot duration of 3 to 5 seconds. The alternating or pulsed field
assists better particle migration assisting detection of leakage fields from
discontinuities or defects.

10.5 Magnetic Field Directions - Discontinuities are difficult to detect by Magnetic Particle
Method when they make an angle less than 45° to the direction of magnetisation. To
ensure the detection of discontinuities in any direction, each area / part must be
magnetised in a minimum of two directions at approximately right angles (90°) to
each other.

10.6 A.C. Yokes - The strength of the Y6 Electromagnet shall be assessed by its lifting
power by magnetic attraction alone and shall be capable of lifting a calibrated weight
of at least 4.5Kg, with pole spacing of between 50 – 150mm, where typical pole
spacing of 100mm – 150mm are used. The Y6 Electromagnet shall induce a magnetic
field between the poles (legs) and use the continuous method of application used for
local magnetisation. Portable yokes shall have articulated legs (poles) that allow the
legs to be adjusted to contact irregular surfaces or two surfaces that join at an angle.

10.7 Permanent Magnets - Permanent magnets are not permitted unless otherwise agreed
by the client / contracting parties.

10.7.1 A DC Pulsed Electromagnet (battery operated or similar) may be

permitted at the discretion of the client.

10.7.2 Yokes and Permanent Magnets (when allowed) shall be dead weight
tested at intervals of 6 months in accordance with ASTM E1444 and shall
be capable of lifting by magnetic attraction alone a lifting force of at least

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 50lbs (22.5Kg) with a pole spacing of 4" to 6" (100 to 150mm) spacing.
Records of which shall be recorded.

10.8 Penetrameter - Adequate field strength and direction shall be verified by using an
appropriate Penetrameter (e.g. foil strip type I), placed across the material
perpendicular to the longitudinal magnetic field. Three indications minimum shall be
visible on the foil strip during the application of the medium from the continuous
method used. Slotted shim foil strips shall be used to verify field strength and
direction as a rough guide and shall never be used to distinguish the permeability of
the material under test.

10.9 Detecting Medium Settlement Test – detecting medium settlement tests shall be
carried out using either a Sutherland flask / Centrifuge tube or Crowe receiver to
verify the permissible Ink strengths required in accordance with the specification
ASTM E1444 = 0.1% to 0.4% per 100ml for fluorescent ink suspension or 1.2% to 2.4%
for visible ink suspension. Adequate agitation of the suspension is required prior to
the settlement test to ensure thorough mixing, as per manufacturers guidelines.

10.9.1 A test shall be carried out using a Sutherland Flask or equivalent by

sampling 100ml of solution, allowing a settlement time of one hour for
petroleum distillate suspensions or 30 minutes with water based
suspensions.

10.9.2 Where required, for aerosol cans, one can from the same batch in every
20 shall be checked by the above settlement test or otherwise agreed by
both contacting parties and client requirements. Records of which shall
be kept unless otherwise agreed by the contracting parties / client.

10.9.3 Magnetic Flaw Detection Inks -

Inks should be thoroughly agitated for 2 to 3 minutes minimum prior to
use to ensure magnetic particles are dispersed evenly throughout the
liquid carrier medium.

10.9.4 Aerosols should be held approximately 200mm from the surface to be

examined ensuring even dispersion over the area(s) inspected.
Application of the medium shall be directed between the
electromagnetic poles prior to and during induction of the magnetic
field.

10.9.5 Detecting Media

Care must be taken to ensure that the correct medium is used in
conjunction with the applicable equipment and the material under test.

10.9.6 Detecting media shall be in compliance with the manufacturers’

specification and that of ASTM E1444 recommendations.

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 10.10 To enhance examination of the material where necessary preparatory contrasting
white background paint will be applied prior to the ink solution. Background paints
used will be supplied by a recognised supplier and conform to the requirements of
ASTM E1444 and clients recommendations.

10.10.1 Where contrast paints are employed, a thin, even adherent coating shall
be lightly applied over all inspection areas and allowed to dry,
application shall be in compliance with that of the manufacturers’
instructions.

10.10.2.1 Care should be taken not to apply a thick coating as this may mask the
indication or greatly reduce the sensitivity of the test.

10.11 Viewing - All examinations shall start with a visual examination to ensure removal of
all surface contaminants and/or identify discontinuities that may produce indications
during inspection.

Note : Any mechanical damage found during visual inspection shall be reported
for further evaluation.

10.11.1 Visual examination(s), shall be performed under evenly illuminated light

(artificial or daylight) which shall be at or exceed 1000 lux.

10.11.2 UV-A Intensity irradiance shall be ≥ 1000µW/cm² (10 W/m²) in

accordance with ASTM E-1444 at the inspection surface.

Note : A warm up period of 10 minutes may be required when using

mercury vapour arc lamps prior to use.

10.11.3 When fluorescent UV-A techniques are used, the operator shall carry out
the inspection in a darkened area (< 20 lux white light) and allow at least
one minute prior to the inspection to enable their eyes to adapt to the
dark viewing conditions. Photo chromatic spectacles shall not be worn
when working with UV-A light. For prolonged periods within the UV-A
test areas, sodium tinted glasses maybe worn.

10.11.4 UV-A lamps shall be fitted with a suitable filter and checked to verify
they are free from any damage and be kept clean prior to each use.
Damaged filters shall be immediately replaced.

10.11.5 Blacklights (UV-A Lamps) shall be checked periodically for cleanliness

and integrity and shall be cleaned, repaired or replaced, as appropriate.
Periodic checks of cleanliness / integrity need not be recorded in
accordance with ASTM E1444.

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 10.11.6 A radiometer or photometer shall be used to verify light levels for both
the visible & fluorescent techniques used. Records of light levels shall be
recorded and kept in accordance with the clients requirements.

11.0 Equipment Calibration

11.1 Only equipment that holds current valid calibration certification to National or
International standards shall be used when performing Magnetic Particle Inspection.
Calibration information shall be identified on the equipment either by tags, stickers
or by any other method approved.

11.2 Records of calibration shall be kept / controlled within the Company Quality System.

12.0 Equipment Function Tests

12.1 The operator shall carry out a functional test on a daily basis or prior to
commencement of work. The test shall be designed to ensure the proper functioning
of both the equipment and the magnetic medium.

12.2 Systems Performance Verification

The overall performance of the Magnetic Particle Inspection System, including the
equipment, material and the lighting environment being used, shall be verified
initially and at regular intervals and carried out by a competent person.

TABLE 1 Required Verification Intervals (ASTM E1444)

Item Maximum Time
Between VerificationA
Lighting:B
Visible light intensity weekly
Ambient light intensity weekly
Black light intensity daily
System Performance:B daily
Wet particle concentration 8 hours, or every
shift change
Wet particle contamination:B 1 week
B
Equipment calibration check:
Quick break 6 months
Yoke dead weight check 6 months
Black and white light meters 6 months
Gaussmeter accuracy 6 months
A
When the inspection system is in operation
B
The maximum time between verifications may be reduced or extended when
substantiated by actual technical/reliability data.

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 12.3 Records of verification results shall be maintained and retained for the time period
specified within relevant contracts.

12.4 An updated record of all the checks shall be kept on file within the Quality System to
include sensitivity checks, and any other function tests that may be required.

12.5 Any equipment that fails a function test shall be quarantined and tagged as to the
nature of the non-conformance.

12.6 After repair of any equipment, a new calibration shall be carried out in accordance
with Section 11.0 of this procedure and a record of the equipment history shall be
maintained on file.

12.7 Demagnetisation - Demagnetisation may be carried out at the clients request or if

specified in drawings, clients’ specification or purchase orders, when required on
acceptable level of residual magnetisation and the measuring method shall also be
specified.

12.8 Where demagnetisation is required, an AC Yoke shall be stroked along the surfaced
of the material and withdrawn to a distance of≥ 450mm and the electromagnet
switched off. Repeat this process as necessary. After demagnetisation, a magnetic
field probe or strength meter shall not detect fields with an absolute value of that
specified by the client.

12.9 Restrictions - Any restrictions of the operator carrying out this procedure or on its
application shall report to the supervisor, employer or client. Any deviation from this
procedure shall be approved by the client prior to its application. All amendments
shall be record

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13.0 Technique Process

13.1 Wet Visible Technique (Continuous Method)

Demagnetised Using A.C. Section 12.5

Source (Where Appropriate)

Pre-Clean Section 8.0

Inspection Area(s)

Dry

Visual Inspection Section 10.10

Illuminated Area ≥ 1000 Lux

Record Any
Mechanical
Imperfections
Section 10.3
Magnetisation Using Continuous
10.4
Method Inspection Under
10.10
Illuminated Conditions
10.6
10.12
10.13
10.14
Illuminance ≥ 1000 µW/cm²
Short Duration: 3 to 5 Seconds
Coverage: 2 Directions Minimum @90º
Pole Spacing: 100 – 150mm
Section 14.0

Interpretation
Of Findings

Assessment
*Discontinuities
*Defects

Evaluation of Indications Section 14.0

Detected Acceptance Standards

Report Data Section 15.0

From Inspection 15.2

Demagnetise Section 12.5

Where Appropriate

Post Clean
Section 16.0
Inspection Area(s)

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 13.2 Wet Fluorescent Technique (Continuous Method)

Demagnetised Using A.C. Section 12.5

Source (Where Appropriate)

Pre-Clean Section 8.0

Inspection Area(s)

Dry

Visual Inspection Section 10.10

Illuminated Area ≥ 1000 Lux

Record Any
Mechanical
Imperfections
Section 10.3
Magnetisation Using Continuous
10.4
Method Inspection Under UV-A
10.10
And Ambient Light Conditions
10.6
10.12
10.13
10.14
Irradiance ≥ 1000 µW/cm²
Ambient Light: ≤ 20 Lux
Short Duration: 3 to 5 Seconds
Coverage: 2 Directions Minimum @90º
Pole Spacing: 100 – 150mm Section 14.0

Interpretation
Of UV-A Conditions

Assessment
*Discontinuities
*Defects

Evaluation of Indications Section 14.0

Detected Acceptance Standards

Report Data Section 15.0

From Inspection 15.2

Demagnetise Section 12.5

Where Appropriate

Post Clean
Section 16.0
Inspection Areas

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 14.0 Acceptance / Rejection Criteria

14.1 Acceptance Standards are a matter of agreement between the manufacturer and the
purchaser and should be stated in a referenced contract, specification or code prior
to inspection.

14.2 Specific accept/reject criteria set by the Client shall be attached to this procedure as
an Appendix or attachment and may be clearly defined within the technique sheet
applicable.
• Accept / Reject criteria must be identified prior to commencement of any
inspections.

14.3 Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the Client to define what he/she accepts with
regards an Accept or Reject criteria. However in the absence of a required standard
being defined by a Client, Rigmar Services Ltd, will work under the accept/reject
criteria defined within BS EN ISO 5817:2000 for all Weld Inspection.

14.4 When undertaking an Inspection of a structure in accordance with Class

requirements and under accreditation society supervision, then the accept reject
criteria must be in accordance with the individual class society requirements.
• ABS: ABS guide for non destructive testing of hull welds
• DNV: BS EN ISO 5817:2000
• Lloyds: Lloyds MODU Rules, Part 2, Chapter 13 Section 2(for Ships
• EEMUA 158 (for Semi-subs & Nodal Structures)

Note – Specific accept / reject criteria set by clients shall be attached to this
procedure as an appendix or attachment and may be clearly defined within
the technique sheet applicable.

15.0 Reporting

15.1 On completion of Magnetic Particle Inspection a detailed report shall be completed

using the standard Rigmar Services Ltd Software Reporting System and include
essential data as follows, as a minimum:

• Customer
• Project
• Identification (Component)
• Item number
• Material
• Surface
• Dimensions
• Quantity
• Procedure
• Date of Inspection
• Technician’s Signature and Qualifications

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 • Equipment Used & Serial Number
• Acceptance Standard / Code
• Results / Sentencing / Rework

Specific report formats may be requested by various clients and may be attached to this
procedure as an appendix only.

15.2 Reporting Results - All indications shall be considered to be relevant until proved
otherwise. Surface dressing may be carried out to prove the relevancy of any
indication but only with the permission of the client who should be given the
opportunity to witness this.

15.2.1 A concise report including sketches and or photographs where necessary will be
submitted to the client on completion of each inspection or otherwise as instructed.

15.2.2 Acceptance criteria will be in accordance with the relevant reference document
specified by the client. Refer to Section 14 of this procedure.

15.2.3 The reporting of Magnetic Particle Examination will be done on a controlled report
form detailing all aspects of inspection conducted. Refer to Appendices.

15.2.4 Report formats may be attached to this procedure as an appendix only and be
controlled within the company quality control system.

16.0 Post – Cleaning

16.1 Post cleaning shall be carried out on the material under inspection. Care shall be
taken to ensure that the surface is clean and dry and free from all particles and inks
that may be harmful to the surface under inspection.

16.2 Parts shall be protected from corrosion or damage, as required.

16.3 Disposal of all cleaning materials and aerosol canisters shall be disposed of in
accordance with manufacturers or work-site safety regulations.

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17.0 RECORDS

Magnetic Particle Inspection Report Pro-forma,

Magnetic Particle Inspection Report Continuation Sheet
Magnetic Yoke Test Register
UV-A Lamp and Light Intensity Test Register
Solid Content in Magnetic Inks Register
Technique Sheet for Visible AC Method
Technique Sheet for Visible DC Method
Technique Sheet for Fluorescent AC Method
Technique Sheet for Visible DC Pulse Method,

18.0 DOCUMENTS

This section details the requirements for retention of records on completion of work.

Document Responsible Holder Retention Period

Magnetic Particle Inspection Project Co-ordinator As specified in Project
Reports / Continuation Sheets Contract
Technique Sheets Project Co-ordinator As specified in Project
Contract
Magnetic Yoke Test Register Project Co-ordinator As specified in Project
Contract
UV-A Lamp and Light Intensity Project Co-ordinator As specified in Project
Test Register Contract
Solid Content in Magnetic Inks Project Co-ordinator As specified in Project
Register Contract

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Appendix 1 – Magnetic Particle Inspection Report Pro-forma
Rigmar Services Ltd Form 005
Rigmar Services Ltd Form 031

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UV Magnetic Particle Inspection Report
Customer : Location :
P.O. No : Project : Report No :
Procedure : Surface :
Equipment : Equipment Serial No :

DC Magnet / Pull 40lbs : Magnetic Flow : Coil :

Electromagnet / Pull 10lbs : Voltage : Current Flow : Longitudinal :
Other : Pole Spacing : Circular :
Flux Indicator : Background : Indicator :
Berthold Fl/sample at : ml per 100ml
Foil Strip Batch No :

Client : Item :
Drawing No : Acceptance Standard/Code :
Material : Size : Quantity :
Identification / Serial No :

Comments :

Continuation attached :

Inspector : Signature : Date :

Qual :
For Client use : For Certifying Auth. use :

Form 031 : 31/10/07

Magnetic Particle Inspection Report
Customer : Location :
P.O. No : Project : Report No :
Procedure : Surface:
Equipment : Equipment Serial No :

DC Magnet / Pull 40lbs : Magnetic Flow : Coil :

Electromagnet / Pull 10lbs : Voltage : Current Flow : Longitudinal :
Other : Pole Spacing : Circular :
Flux Indicator : Light Type : Background : Indicator :
Berthold Natural
Foil Strip Artificial Batch No : Batch No :

Client : Item :
Drawing No : Acceptance Standard/Code :
Material : Size : Quantity :
Identification / Serial No :

Comments :

Scope:

Extent of Inspection:

Results:

Continuation attached :

Inspector : Signature : Date :

Qual :
For Client use : For Certifying Auth. use :

Form 005 : 31/10/07

Appendix 2 – Technique Sheets

RMS-MPI-AS002-TS001 – Visible Colour Contrast Solvent Removable

RMS-MPI-AS002-TS002 – Visible Colour Contrast Water Washable
RMS-MPI-AS002-TS003 – Fluorescent Solvent Removable
RMS-MPI-AS002-TS004 – Fluorescent Water Washable

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 MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION TECHNIQUE
RMS‐MPI‐AS002‐TS001
VISIBLE AC METHOD
RIGMAR SERVICES LTD
PROCEDURE NUMBER: RMS‐MPI‐AS002 ISSUE DATE: 09‐Mar‐11

CLIENT: SEE JOB REQUEST JOB NUMBER: SEE JOB REQUEST

WELDS, CASTINGS AND WROUGHT TECHNICIAN
APPLICATION: PRODUCTS
PCN/SNT LEVEL II OR EQUIVALENT
QUALIFICATIONS:
TECHNIQUE SPECIFICATION: ASTM E1444 AND RMS‐MPI‐AS002

AS PER JOB REQUEST. IF NO CLIENT REQUIREMENT SPECIFIED, REFER

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA: TO RMS‐MPI‐AS002, SECTION 14.0
TECHNIQUE DETAIL
PERMANENT MAGNET: N/A UV‐A LAMP: N/A
AS PER MANUFACTURER'S
AC ELECTROMAGNET: Y6 YOKE OR EQUIVALENT INK TEST: REQUIREMENTS

DC ELECTROMAGNET: N/A VISUAL LIGHT: 1000 µW/cm 2

PENETRAMETER: N/A IRRADIANCE LEVEL: N/A

FLUORESCENT INK: N/A DRY POWDER: N/A

JOHNSON AND ALLEN NEOCOL OR JOHNSON AND ALLEN NEOPAINT
NON‐FLUORESCENT INK:
EQUIVALENT
CONTRAST PAINT: OR EQUIVALENT
CROSSOVER TECHNIQUE ILLUSTRATION
COMPONENT UNDER EXAMINATION

Pole Placement 2 X1 X3 X2 X4 XX XX XX XX Inspection

Pole Placement 2 X2 X4 X1 X3 XX XX XX XX Area

Overlap

Note: Care must be take at pole placement areas which may lead to furring effects. Overlapping
areas minimum 10%.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
* CONSUMABLES SHOULD BE OF THE SAME BRAND OR EQUIVALENT.

* CONTRAST PAINT VISIBLE / FLUORESCENT TECHNIQUES SUBJECT TO CLIENT REQUIREMENTS.

* INKS USED ARE OF PETROLEUM DISTILLATES OR SIMILAR. WATER BASED MAY BE USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH
CLIENT REQUIREMENTS.

* RESTRICTIONS OF ANY KIND SHOULD BE REPORTED.

APPROVALS
CLIENT: THIRD PARTY: ORIGINATOR:
DATE: DATE: DATE:
SIGNATURE: SIGNATURE: SIGNATURE:
 MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION TECHNIQUE
RMS‐MPI‐AS002‐TS002
VISIBLE DC METHOD
RIGMAR SERVICES LTD
PROCEDURE NUMBER: RMS‐MPI‐AS002 ISSUE DATE: 09‐Mar‐11

CLIENT: SEE JOB REQUEST JOB NUMBER: SEE JOB REQUEST

WELDS, CASTINGS AND WROUGHT TECHNICIAN
APPLICATION: PRODUCTS
PCN/SNT LEVEL II OR EQUIVALENT
QUALIFICATIONS:
TECHNIQUE SPECIFICATION: ASTM E1444 AND RMS‐MPI‐AS002

AS PER JOB REQUEST. IF NO CLIENT REQUIREMENT SPECIFIED, REFER

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA: TO RMS‐MPI‐AS002, SECTION 14.0
TECHNIQUE DETAIL
HORSESHOE TYPE OR EQUIVALENT
PERMANENT MAGNET: WHERE PERMITTED.
UV‐A LAMP: N/A

AS PER MANUFACTURER'S
AC ELECTROMAGNET: N/A INK TEST: REQUIREMENTS

DC ELECTROMAGNET: N/A VISUAL LIGHT: 1000 µW/cm 2

PENETRAMETER: N/A IRRADIANCE LEVEL: N/A

FLUORESCENT INK: N/A DRY POWDER: N/A

JOHNSON AND ALLEN NEOCOL OR JOHNSON AND ALLEN NEOPAINT
NON‐FLUORESCENT INK:
EQUIVALENT
CONTRAST PAINT: OR EQUIVALENT
CROSSOVER TECHNIQUE ILLUSTRATION
COMPONENT UNDER EXAMINATION

Pole Placement 2 X1 X3 X2 X4 XX XX XX XX IInspection

ti

Pole Placement 2 X2 X4 X1 X3 XX XX XX XX Area

Overlap

Note: Care must be take at pole placement areas which may lead to furring effects. Overlapping
areas minimum 10%.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
* CONSUMABLES SHOULD BE OF THE SAME BRAND OR EQUIVALENT.

* CONTRAST PAINT VISIBLE / FLUORESCENT TECHNIQUES SUBJECT TO CLIENT REQUIREMENTS.

* INKS USED ARE OF PETROLEUM DISTILLATES OR SIMILAR. WATER BASED MAY BE USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH
CLIENT REQUIREMENTS.

* RESTRICTIONS OF ANY KIND SHOULD BE REPORTED.

APPROVALS
CLIENT:
DATE: THIRD
DATE: PARTY: ORIGINATOR:
DATE:
DATE:
SIGNATURE: DATE:
SIGNATURE: DATE:
SIGNATURE:
SIGNATURE: SIGNATURE: SIGNATURE:
 MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION TECHNIQUE
RMS‐MPI‐AS002‐TS003
FLUORESCENT AC METHOD
RIGMAR SERVICES LTD
PROCEDURE NUMBER: RMS‐MPI‐AS002 ISSUE DATE: 09‐Mar‐11

CLIENT: SEE JOB REQUEST JOB NUMBER: SEE JOB REQUEST

WELDS, CASTINGS AND WROUGHT TECHNICIAN
APPLICATION: PRODUCTS
PCN/SNT LEVEL II OR EQUIVALENT
QUALIFICATIONS:
TECHNIQUE SPECIFICATION: ASTM E1444 AND RMS‐MPI‐AS002

AS PER JOB REQUEST. IF NO CLIENT REQUIREMENT SPECIFIED, REFER

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA: TO RMS‐MPI‐AS002, SECTION 14.0
TECHNIQUE DETAIL
SPECTROLINE 365nm OR
PERMANENT MAGNET: N/A UV‐A LAMP: EQUIVALENT
AS PER MANUFACTURER'S
AC ELECTROMAGNET: Y6 YOKE 110V AC OR EQUIVALENT INK TEST: REQUIREMENTS

DC ELECTROMAGNET: N/A VISUAL LIGHT: £ 20 LUX

PENETRAMETER: FOIL STRIP TYPE 1 OR EQUIVALENT IRRADIANCE LEVEL: 1000 µW/cm 2

JOHNSON AND ALLEN NEOASTRA
FLUORESCENT INK: OR EQUIVALENT
DRY POWDER: N/A

NON‐FLUORESCENT INK: N/A CONTRAST PAINT: N/A

CROSSOVER TECHNIQUE ILLUSTRATION
COMPONENT UNDER EXAMINATION

Pole Placement 2 X1 X3 X2 X4 XX XX XX XX Inspection

Pole Placement 2 X2 X4 X1 X3 XX XX XX XX Area

Overlap

Note: Care must be take at pole placement areas which may lead to furring effects. Overlapping
areas minimum 10%.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
* CONSUMABLES SHOULD BE OF THE SAME BRAND OR EQUIVALENT.

* CONTRAST PAINT VISIBLE / FLUORESCENT TECHNIQUES SUBJECT TO CLIENT REQUIREMENTS.

* INKS USED ARE OF PETROLEUM DISTILLATES OR SIMILAR. WATER BASED MAY BE USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH
CLIENT REQUIREMENTS.

* RESTRICTIONS OF ANY KIND SHOULD BE REPORTED.

APPROVALS
CLIENT: THIRD PARTY: ORIGINATOR:
DATE: DATE: DATE:
SIGNATURE: SIGNATURE: SIGNATURE:
 MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION TECHNIQUE
RMS‐MPI‐AS002‐TS004
VISIBLE DC PULSE METHOD
RIGMAR SERVICES LTD
PROCEDURE NUMBER: RMS‐MPI‐AS002 ISSUE DATE: 09‐Mar‐11

CLIENT: SEE JOB REQUEST JOB NUMBER: SEE JOB REQUEST

WELDS, CASTINGS AND WROUGHT TECHNICIAN
APPLICATION: PRODUCTS
PCN/SNT LEVEL II OR EQUIVALENT
QUALIFICATIONS:
TECHNIQUE SPECIFICATION: ASTM E1444 AND RMS‐MPI‐AS002

AS PER JOB REQUEST. IF NO CLIENT REQUIREMENT SPECIFIED, REFER

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA: TO RMS‐MPI‐AS002, SECTION 14.0
TECHNIQUE DETAIL
PERMANENT MAGNET: N/A UV‐A LAMP: N/A
AS PER MANUFACTURER'S
AC ELECTROMAGNET: N/A INK TEST: REQUIREMENTS

DC ELECTROMAGNET: RSL OR PARKER TYPE EQUIVALENT VISUAL LIGHT: 1000 µW/cm 2

PENETRAMETER: FOIL STRIP TYPE 1 OR EQUIVALENT IRRADIANCE LEVEL: N/A

FLUORESCENT INK: N/A DRY POWDER: N/A

JOHNSON AND ALLEN NEOCOL OR JOHNSON AND ALLEN NEOPAINT
NON‐FLUORESCENT INK:
EQUIVALENT
CONTRAST PAINT: OR EQUIVALENT
CROSSOVER TECHNIQUE ILLUSTRATION
COMPONENT UNDER EXAMINATION

Pole Placement 2 X1 X3 X2 X4 XX XX XX XX Inspection

Pole Placement 2 X2 X4 X1 X3 XX XX XX XX Area

Overlap

Note: Care must be take at pole placement areas which may lead to furring effects. Overlapping
areas minimum 10%.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
* CONSUMABLES SHOULD BE OF THE SAME BRAND OR EQUIVALENT.

* CONTRAST PAINT VISIBLE / FLUORESCENT TECHNIQUES SUBJECT TO CLIENT REQUIREMENTS.

* INKS USED ARE OF PETROLEUM DISTILLATES OR SIMILAR. WATER BASED MAY BE USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH
CLIENT REQUIREMENTS.

* RESTRICTIONS OF ANY KIND SHOULD BE REPORTED.

APPROVALS
CLIENT:
DATE: THIRD
DATE: PARTY: ORIGINATOR:
DATE:
DATE:
SIGNATURE: DATE:
SIGNATURE: DATE:
SIGNATURE:
SIGNATURE: SIGNATURE: SIGNATURE:
Appendix 3 - Procedure for Measuring UV-A Lamp (UV-A Irradiance Levels (Intensity) and
Illuminated Light Levels.

• SCOPE - This instruction describes the method to test UV-A Lamp Irradiance and White Light
Luminance. It provides a consistent method of checking and explains the records required.

The Ultra-violet lights shall be checked on the days that it is in use.

• PROCEDURE - Switch on the lamp to be checked and allow a minimum of 15 minutes for it to
reach full irradiance. Ensure that the filter has been checked for any cracks, scratches,
breaks prior to switching on.

Carry out the lamp performance checks as below:

• Black Light Irradiance Check

Using a calibrated Radiometer in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, position

the sensor cell a minimum distance of 400mm from the lamp filter surface.

Measure the maximum irradiance from the lamp and note the reading.

The readings shall not be less than 1000 µW/cm² (10w/m)

• White Light Emissions Checks

Using a calibrated Photometer in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, position

the sensor cell a minimum distance of 400mm from the lamp filter surface.

Measure the maximum white light luminance from the lamp and not the reading.

The reading shall not be greater than 20 Lux.

Enter the results on the latest revision of Form No. (attached).

Any light, which fails to satisfy the above requirement, will be withdrawn from service for
bulb replacement or repair. Any filter damages identified, shall be replaced with a new filter
immediately.

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Light Test Record

LAMP SERIAL No. Meter Serial No.: TYPE:

Radiometer: Photometer:
Light Level Reading

White Light UVA Irradiance Test Results

Date Comments Inspector Signature
Reading (LUX) µW/cm² Pass / Fail

Form 026 31/10/07

APPENDIX 5 - CLIENT BASED ACCEPTANCE AND REFERENCE STANDARDS

This section is included to allow details of specific Client requirements to be placed in this document.

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APPENDIX 6 – MAGNETIC YOKE TEST REGISTER
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 Daily AC Yoke Test Record
The yoke’s pole spacing must be set to the maximum to be used and should have a minimum lifting power of 4.5kg (10lbs).

Yoke Serial No. Test Weight No. Date Time Operators Name Signature

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APPENDIX 7 – SOLID CONTENT MAGNETIC INK REGISTER
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Detection Media Concentrate Test Record
Ink Type Batch No. % Content Per Test Date Signature
100ml

Form 027 : 31/10/07