CASTING & FORGING FLAWS

Sonaspection have developed a series of small and lightweight specimens which contain typical flaws found in cast and forged components.

The specimens are designed for practical training to provide experience in flaw detection, sizing and interpretation. Customised specimens are available on request.

THE SPECIMENS PROVIDE

• Basic flaw detection and sizing
• Representative geometries
• An awareness of reporting difficulties

SPECIMENS TO CHOOSE FROM

• Flange Blank, Ingot & Ingot Blank
• Stud
• Wasted Bolt
• Tee Blank
• 4 Spigot Blanks
• Recessed Flange
• Tapered Ingot Blank

Sonaspection casting and forgings are available either individually or in sets.

INDIVIDUAL SPECIMENS

• Contain up to 3 flaws
• Are unique – no two specimens are the same
• Are individually numbered and supplied with:
– Drawing/NDE report
– Testing and acceptance criteria
– Certificate of conformance

RECOMMENDED SET CONTAINS

• 12 individual specimens
• An average of 20 flaws
• Total weight of 59Kg (130 lbs)

METHODS

• Ultrasonic testing
• Magnetic particle testing
• Penetrant testing