Magnetic Particle Test (MT)

PRINCIPLE
Uses electrical current or permanent magnet to create a magnetic
field in a specimen, and flux leakage occurred at discontinuity.
Magnetic particles cumulate on flux leakage and indicate the
discontinuity.

APPLICATIONS
Used on metal which can be magnetised (Ferromagnetic) to
detect surface or sub-surface discontinuities. Simple to use and
portable for field testing.

LIMITATIONS
Cannot be used on metals, which cannot be
magnetised.
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• Magnetic particle Inspection:
• 1. Used for detecting surface & subsurface defects
• 2. Use of AC is limited due to skin effect
• 3. Use of HWDC allows subsurface discontinuities to be
studied effectively.
1.Fluorescent particles – UV light combinations can
be used (or)
2. Non fluorescent particles – white light can be used.
3. Mode of application can be wet or dry.
4. Intensity of magnetic field can be assessed with
Quantitative quality indicator (QQI) or Pie gage
5. Welded component shall be demagnetized after tes
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Central Conductor

Prods

Yokes

Coils
Heads
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Equipment
i. AC Current Yoke
ii. DC Current Yoke
iii. Permanent Magnet Yoke

MPT METHODS
1. Based on Magnetic Particle type

a) Visible
b) Fluorescent

2. Based on Magnetic Particle Application

a) Dry
b) Wet
CHECKING OF YOKE

LIFTING POWER

i. DC Type & Permanent Min.Weight – 18.2kg.

ii. AC type Min.Weight – 4.5kg.

 Crane Hook with
Service Induced Crack

Fluorescent, Wet Particle Method

 Gear with
Service Induced Crack

Fluorescent, Wet Particle Method

 Drive Shaft with
Heat Treatment Induced Cracks

Fluorescent, Wet Particle Method

 Splined Shaft with
Service Induced Cracks

Fluorescent, Wet Particle Method

 Threaded Shaft with
Service Induced Crack

Fluorescent, Wet Particle Method

 Large Bolt with
Service Induced Crack

Fluorescent, Wet Particle Method

 Crank Shaft with
Service Induced Crack Near Lube Hole

Fluorescent, Wet Particle Method

Lack of Fusion in SMAW Weld

Indication

Visible, Dry Powder Method

Toe Crack in SMAW Weld

Visible, Dry Powder Method

Throat and Toe Cracks in
Partially Ground Weld

Visible, Dry Powder Method

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