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Magnetic Particle Testing
CoreSurface & Visual • MT

Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)

Method Overview

Surface and near-surface discontinuity detection in ferromagnetic materials using magnetic flux fields and particle indicators.

Core Method Specifications

Technique IDMT
AcronymMT
CategoryCore
ModalitySurface & Visual
Default Report TemplateMT-Standard-Template

Target Applications & Governing Standards

2 Scopes Configured
Valves & Pressure Control
API 598 ASME Sec V Art 7
Target Assets / Components:
Valve Body ExteriorFlange Bolt HolesActuator Brackets
Detectable Defects & Anomalies:
• Surface Fatigue Cracks• Stress Cracking
Piping & Loops
API 570 ASME B31.3
Target Assets / Components:
Pipe Support WeldsBranch Connection Fillet Welds
Detectable Defects & Anomalies:
• Toe Cracks• Lack of Fusion• Grinding Cracks

Technique-to-OEM Compatibility Matrix

Verified manufacturers, instrument models, and diagnostic portals supporting MT.

4 Verified OEMs
Magnaflux

Magnaflux

Industry benchmark for liquid penetrant and magnetic particle inspection consumables and yokes.

Modalities:MTPT
OEM Profile Magnaflux Tech Support
OEM Site

Parker Laboratories

OEM Manufacturer for MT inspection systems.

Verified Partner

Johnson & Allen

OEM Manufacturer for MT inspection systems.

Verified Partner

Baugh & Weedon

OEM Manufacturer for MT inspection systems.

Verified Partner
ASME Sec V & ISO 9712 Qualified
Rent MT Instruments OEM Hardware CatalogPost MT Project Scope
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