Operating Instructions
MAGNETIC FLOW/
COIL TEST PIECE
MAGNETIC PARTICLE
INSPECTION EQUIPMENT
Product Description
The Magnaflux magnetic flow/coil test piece contains artificial defects that simulate
discontinuities when verifying MPI system performance.
Part number 026T002
RRP58004, TP4 5 holes, 200 x 25 x 25 mm
Operating Instructions
Initially carry out the following procedure when the unit has just been calibrated, and fresh ink is in the tank:
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Ensure that the test piece is thoroughly degreased and free from corrosion and oxidation
Clamp the test piece between the contacts on the head and tailstock of the bench unit for magnetic flow or position within
the aperture of the coil
Apply magnetic ink while the current is flowing
Establish the current required to make the hole nearest the outer surface visible on the outer surface
Further increase the current to establish indications from the other holes on the outer surface of the test piece
Note the current required to establish each hole indication. If the magnetising system is functioning correctly each hole
should be visible at each subsequent check with the test piece.
Magnaflux (A Division of ITW Ltd),
Faraday Road, South Dorcan Industrial Estate,
Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 5HE, UK
Tel: +44 (0)1793 524566
Fax: +44 (0)1793 490459
Email: [email protected]
www.eu.magnaflux.com
Issue 3, 09/04/2014
Operating Instructions Test Pieces Part No: 026T002 page 1