Penetrant

Measures or detects defects open to the surface of parts such as cracks, porosity, seams, laps and through wall leaks.

Penetrant Testing Information

We offer penetrants, developers, emulsifiers, equipment, black lights, kits and accessories. This nondestructive inspection method reveals cracks and other surface discontinuities in ferrous & non-ferrous test materials.

Measures or detects defects open to the surface of parts such as cracks, porosity, seams, laps and through wall leaks.

Advantages
  • Low cost
  • Portable
  • Indications may be further examined
Disadvantages
  • Defect must be open to the surface
  • Parts must be cleaned before and after testing
  • Surface films, such as coatings, scale, and smeared metal may visually mask defects