AC7114-2 Rev N Delta 1

AC7114/2 REV.
NΔ1
Issue Date 1997-07
161 Thorn Hill Road

AUDIT CRITERIA
Revision Date 01-FEB-2021
Warrendale, PA 15086-7527
Editorial ‘Δ’ Change 21-MAY-2021
Superseding AC7114/2 Rev N
Nadcap
AUDIT CRITERIA FOR NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING FACILITY
MAGNETIC PARTICLE SURVEY
*TO BE USED ON AUDITS STARTING ON OR AFTER – 02-MAY-2021*
1. SCOPE
These Audit Criteria define the requirements for Auditees seeking

Nadcap accreditation in Fluorescent Magnetic Particle and are to be
used as a supplement to PRI AC7114. These criteria and the applicable
Subscriber Supplemental Audit Criteria will ensure that NDT Auditees
meet the requirements for Nadcap accreditation in Magnetic Particle.
Note: This audit criteria is not applicable to the Yoke, Prods or
Permanent Magnet techniques.
2. GENERAL INFORMATION
In completing this assessment, Auditors are instructed to respond with

a "Yes” or “No" to address compliance with each statement of
requirement. For any negative responses, the Auditor must clearly
indicate in the NCR if the “No" reflects noncompliance with respect to
existence, adequacy, and/or compliance. Existence relates to evidence
of a documented procedure or policy, adequacy relates to the
completeness of the procedure or policy, and compliance relates to
evidence of effective implementation. This audit criteria includes the
use of the word “shall” which indicates a clear requirement that must be
met at all times. The word, “may” indicates a possible resolution to a
requirement or one recommended method to achieve a given
requirement but does not represent the only way to meet that
requirement. In addition, the audit criteria includes the term “Guidance”.
This term is used to reflect the Task Group’s expectation when
answering the audit criteria question as YES or NA.
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The Auditor must verify the list of procedures provided by the Auditee at
the time of the audit. Any corrections or updates to the list must be
identified using notes, inserted at the applicable criterion.
All negative responses require a Nonconformance Report (NCR). Not

Applicable (NA) responses do not require an explanation unless
otherwise noted. There is only one plausible reason for an NA, which is,
that a particular operation or issue is not being used at the Auditee.
There are no NA’s simply for a lack of a customer requirement. If a
system is in use, then all questions pertaining to that system are
applicable. If verification of results require documentation it shall be so
noted in this audit criteria.
The audit results shall not include any customer proprietary information.
Technical information on parts which have been designated “Export
Controlled – License Required” (EC-LR) cannot be input into eAuditNet.
If Auditors have any questions about this, they should contact the Staff
Engineer for directions.
2.1 References:
A-A-59230 Fluid, magnetic particle inspection,

suspension [superseding DOD-F-
87935]
AS4792 Water Conditioning Agents for

Aqueous Magnetic Particle
Inspection
AS5282 Tool Steel Ring Standard for

Magnetic Particle Inspection
AS5371 Reference Standards Notched

Shims for Magnetic Particle
Inspection
AMS2641 Vehicle, Magnetic Particle

Inspection
AMS3044 Magnetic Particles, Fluorescent,

Wet Method, Dry Powder

Wet Method, Oil Vehicle Ready-
to-Use

Wet Method, Oil Vehicle, Aerosol
Packaged
ASTM E1444 Standard Practice for Magnetic

Particle Examination
ASTM E3022 Standard Practice for

Measurement of Emission
Characteristics and Requirements
for LED UV-A Lamps Used in
Fluorescent Penetrant and
Magnetic Particle Testing
3. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
3.1 Materials, Equipment Listing and Information
The Auditee shall complete and the Auditor shall review, the Auditee's ATTACHMENT
provided Materials and Equipment Listing, for adequacy, content, and
correctness. Attachments are for information only but shall be
completed fully. NCR’s shall not be written against attachments.
(Attachment AC7114/2-A).
3.2 Material Certification
3.2.1 If ready-to-use products are used is there evidence that they conform to YES NO NA
the applicable AMS?
Guidance: The Auditee shall have traceability to the manufacturer’s
certification.
[ ] AMS3045
[ ] AMS3046
3.2.2 Is the manufacturer’s certification available for the magnetic particles YES NO NA
used, as applicable, and is there evidence that they conform to the
applicable AMS?
certification.
[ ] AMS3044
3.2.3 Is the manufacturer’s certification available for the suspension carrier, YES NO NA
and/or conditioning agents used, as applicable, and is there evidence
that it conforms to the applicable standard? If so, identify the applicable
standard met.
certification. Suspension carriers not listed above shall require
documented customer approval.
Light petroleum distillate
AMS2641 (Type 1 or 2)
A-A-59230
Other (list)
Suitable conditioned water (conditioning agents)
AS4792
Other (list)
3.3 UV-A LED Inspection Lamp SECTION NA
3.3.1 Is there evidence from the manufacturer that the lamp meets the YES NO
requirements of ASTM E3022?
Guidance: NA is only to be used where UV-A LED lamps are not used.
4. PROCEDURES
4.1 NDT Facility Written Procedures
4.1.1 Is there a procedure, general or specific, for processing and inspection YES NO
using the magnetic particle method?
Guidance: The term, “procedure” may be synonymous with a
technique, traveler, or a route card, etc.
4.1.1.1 Does the procedure(s) have traceability to the name and address of the YES NO
facility performing inspection?
Guidance: In some cases, it may not be necessary for the actual
address if the facility is traceable to a unique identifier.
4.1.1.2 Does the procedure(s) indicate approval by the applicable Level 3? YES NO
Guidance: The applicable Level 3 may be the Nadcap Subscriber,
Nadcap Subscriber qualified or approved Level 3, internal Level 3,
and/or external Level 3.
4.1.1.3 Does the procedure(s) have an identification number and the date the YES NO
procedure was approved?
4.1.1.4 Does the procedure have a requirement that all personnel are qualified YES NO
and certified to the required level for the activity undertaken and the
applicable contract requirements?
4.1.1.5 Does the procedure define the type of records and describe the YES NO
method of identifying inspection status?
4.2 Technique, Data Card or Instruction

Guidance: The term, “Technique, Data Card or Instruction” may be
synonymous with a procedure, traveler, or a route card, etc.
All non-technical requirements that have been flowed down solely by
the baseline will only be required to be met if that in-use technique or
process has been revised since the inception of the baseline on

December 4, 2006.
4.2.1 Does the technique, data card or instruction, contain the following
information as a minimum?
4.2.1.1 The identification of the part(s) to which the procedure applies, YES NO
including the material, alloy and dimensions of the part when used for
technique development?
Guidance. Material and alloy. Where the Auditee is working directly to a
maintenance manual or cannot ascertain the material type from the
customer the definition ‘ferromagnetic steel’ is an acceptable
alternative.
4.2.1.2 The equipment to be used for magnetization? YES NO
4.2.1.3 The type of magnetizing current (e.g., half wave rectified, three phase, YES NO
single phase, AC, etc.)?
4.2.1.4 The directions of magnetization to be used, the order in which they are YES NO
applied and any demagnetization procedures to be used between
shots?
4.2.1.5 The magnetic particle application method used, (continuous/residual)? YES NO
4.2.1.6 The pulse duration and quantity (pulses/shot)? YES NO

Guidance: The number of shots and shot length shall meet customer
requirements. Where customer requirements are not specific, the
minimum shall be 2 shots, each at a minimum of ½ second.
4.2.1.7 The magnitude of current, direction of all magnetic fields, the magnetic YES NO
field strengths, the types of magnetic field strength indicators, ampere
turns, etc?
4.2.1.8 The method used to determine the magnetic field strength, which shall YES NO
be one or more of the following?
4.2.1.8.1 By testing parts having known or artificial discontinuities, of the type, YES NO NA
size and location specified in the acceptance requirements or use of
flexible laminated shims or AS5371 notched shim indicators?
4.2.1.8.2 By using a Hall-effect meter capable of measuring either the peak or YES NO NA
RMS values of the tangential field as required by the Customer?
4.2.1.8.3 By the use of the formulas in conjunction with another field strength YES NO NA
monitoring method defined in 4.2.1.8.1 or 4.2.1.8.2?
4.2.1.9 If notched shims or flexible laminated strips are used they shall be YES NO NA
available and in good condition?
Guidance: There shall be no damage that may affect their use e.g.,
cracks, wrinkles, or corrosion. If AS5371 notched shims are used the
protective coating shall have been removed prior to use and they shall
be correctly fastened on the component. This does not need to be

documented.
4.2.1.9.1 Are the shims or strips in good condition? YES NO NA
4.2.1.10 Magnetic field strength and location of Gauss/Tesla measurements if YES NO NA

AS5371 shims are not used?
Guidance: This includes reference to verifying the field direction and
strength.
4.2.1.11 The method used to demonstrate correct field balance when using YES NO NA
multidirectional magnetization?
Guidance: This includes reference to verifying the correct field strength
and balance using the required test parts/AS5371 shims.
4.2.1.12 Directions for positioning the item with respect to the magnetizing YES NO
equipment?
4.2.1.13 Complete pre-examination and post-examination demagnetization, YES NO

cleaning and preservation requirements or reference to procedures
containing such instructions?
4.2.1.14 Areas of the part(s) to be examined including an illustration; either a YES NO

drawing or a photo?
4.2.1.15 Method of establishing the magnetization (e.g., head, coil, cable wrap, YES NO
etc.)?
4.2.1.16 Sequence of the magnetic particle examination relative to YES NO NA

manufacturing operations, if applicable?
4.2.1.17 Type of magnetic particle material (dry or wet, water based, oil based, YES NO
etc.)?
4.2.1.18 Dark adaptation time? YES NO
4.2.1.19 Acceptance requirements to be used for evaluating indications and YES NO

disposition of part(s) after examination?
4.2.1.20 Reporting of arcing and actions taken to prevent overheating of the YES NO NA
parts?
Guidance: NA applies only when direct contact methods are not used.
4.2.1.21 Address inspection of hardware which has a coating or plating applied YES NO NA
in accordance with the standard (if applicable)?
4.2.1.22 The inspection is to be performed following all processes that could YES NO NA
adversely affect the part (Heat Treat, Forming, Machining, Welding,
etc)?
Guidance: NA for independent test facilities.
4.2.1.23 All parts shall be cleaned prior to inspection as applicable to remove YES NO
paint, scale, oil, dirt and other foreign materials that may interfere with
the inspection process?
4.2.1.24 All parts are plugged or masked if required? YES NO NA
5. PROCEDURE MAGNETIC PARTICLE PROCESS CONTROL

Guidance:
• If a particular system is not used by the Auditee, i.e., water-based
suspension, then questions pertaining to that system are NA and no
explanation is required. Where equipment is not used for a period in
excess of the check frequency, the check shall be performed
immediately prior to use.
• If the following process control checks are performed at the
Auditee, adequate procedural coverage, and documentation of said
tests and results are expected to be evident and are to be reviewed by
the Auditor. If the tests are performed by an external source, the
Auditor is expected to review evidence of flow-down (e.g., a Purchase
Order) with the appropriate information to include at a minimum,
traceability to the required test and the standard used. In addition, an
adequate certification or other document is required to document the
results of the tests.
• Timed eye adaptation is not required for any process control
checks (e.g. system performance).
5.1 Suspension Concentration Checks SECTION NA

Guidance: The suspension concentration check is not applicable to
aerosol spray cans.
5.1.1 Does the written procedure address the following information as a

minimum?
5.1.1.1 The suspension’s wet particle concentration is to be tested at the start YES NO
of every shift and whenever the bath is changed or adjusted?
5.1.1.2 A centrifuge vessel with a stem graduated in 0.05ml increments shall YES NO
be used for the concentration check?
Guidance: Certification/calibration of the vessel is not required.
5.1.1.3 The suspension is agitated for at least 30 minutes prior to performing YES NO
the concentration check?
5.1.1.4 The suspension sample is demagnetized and allowed to settle for at YES NO
least 60 minutes for petroleum based suspension or 30 minutes for
conditioned water suspension, prior to performing the concentration
check?
5.1.1.5 The magnetic particle concentration to be used? YES NO

Guidance: The permitted range shall be within the overall limits of 0.1 to
0.4 ml settled fluorescent solids per 100 ml sample.
5.1.1.6 If the settled particles appear to be loose agglomerates rather than a YES NO
solid layer, that the entire bath suspension is replaced and retested?
5.1.1.7 If the concentration is out of the tolerance, particles or suspension YES NO

vehicle, are to be added as required, and the particle concentration
retested?
5.1.2 Is there evidence of compliance to the procedure and are records of YES NO
this test on file and do they indicate acceptable results?
Guidance: The actual concentration value shall be recorded; “OK” or
some other mark is not acceptable.
5.1.2.1 Did the facility properly demonstrate the required suspension YES NO
concentration check?
5.2 Suspension Contamination Checks SECTION NA

Guidance: The suspension contamination check is not applicable to
aerosol spray cans.

minimum?
5.2.1.1 A reference sample of unused suspension shall be retained for the YES NO
contamination check?
5.2.1.2 The reference sample shall be stored in such a manner as to be free of YES NO
exposure to light?
Guidance: The sample of unused particle suspension shall only be
brought into the inspection area for comparison against the in-use
suspension.
5.2.1.3 The graduated portion of the tube shall be examined, under both UV-A YES NO
light and visible light, for striations or bands and a difference in color or
appearance compared to the reference sample?
5.2.1.4 Contamination exceeding 30% of the volume of magnetic particles, YES NO

requires that the suspension shall be adjusted or the machine drained,
cleaned and refilled with new suspension?
Guidance: If this condition has occurred, then there must be
documented evidence of corrective actions taken.
5.2.1.5 The particle concentration and contamination are retested? YES NO
5.2.1.6 The suspension is evaluated for contamination at least weekly? YES NO
Guidance: The test results shall indicate a percentage or simply state
“acceptable” or some other term that denotes acceptance.
5.2.2.1 Did the facility properly demonstrate the required suspension YES NO
contamination checks?
5.3 Water Break Test (Water-Based Vehicles) SECTION NA

minimum?
5.3.1.1 The test shall be conducted on a clean part with a surface finish the YES NO
same as the parts to be examined or an actual production part?
5.3.1.2 The part is flooded with the detection media, and the appearance of the YES NO
surface is noted after flooding is stopped?
5.3.1.3 The visual observation shall be performed individually under both YES NO
visible light and UV-A light conditions?
5.3.1.4 If the film of suspension breaks, exposing bare surface, then insufficient YES NO
wetting agent is present or the part has not been cleaned adequately?
Guidance: Records indicating “OK” or some other checkmark is
acceptable for this test.
5.3.2.1 Did the facility properly demonstrate this check? YES NO
5.4 Ultra-Violet (UV) Inspection Lamps SECTION NA

Guidance: The section is NA if only UV-A LED inspection lamps are
used.

minimum?
5.4.1.1 A digital meter, with a spectral sensitivity from 320-400 nm, is utilized to YES NO
verify UV light intensity?
5.4.1.2 The minimum acceptable limit is 1200 µW/cm2 at 15 inches (380 mm)? YES NO
5.4.1.3 For borescopes the intensity shall be a minimum of 1000 µW/cm2 at the YES NO NA
inspection surface as measured from the inspection distance?
Guidance: NA when borescopes are not used.
5.4.1.4 The UV light intensity of the inspection light(s) is checked at least daily YES NO
or prior to use?
5.4.1.5 The UV light intensity of the inspection light(s) is checked after any YES NO
equipment maintenance?
5.4.1.6 The UV lights are kept clean and in good condition? YES NO
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Guidance: The actual light intensity shall be recorded for this check;
“OK” or some other mark is not acceptable.
5.5 UV-A LED Inspection Lamps SECTION NA

Guidance: The section is NA if UV-A LED inspection lamps are not
used.

minimum?
5.5.1.1 A digital meter, with a spectral sensitivity from 320-400 nm, is utilized to YES NO
verify UV light intensity?
5.5.1.2 The minimum acceptable limit is 1200 µW/cm2 at 15 inches (380 mm)? YES NO
5.5.1.3 The UV light intensity of the inspection light(s) is checked at least daily YES NO
or prior to use?
5.5.1.4 The UV light intensity of the inspection light(s) is checked after any YES NO
equipment maintenance?
5.5.1.5 The UV lights are kept clean and in good condition? YES NO
Guidance: For UV-A LED lights, the light shall be fully functional per
manufacturer certification and in the condition as the manufacturer
intended and satisfy the process control checks.
5.5.1.6 Any output power variations indicated by perceived changes in YES NO

projected beam intensity, flicker, or strobing are a cause for the lamp to
be taken out of use until corrected?
Guidance: Any variations in the observed beam intensity, flicker, or
strobing are unacceptable.
5.5.1.7 Where battery powered UV-A LED lamps are being used, that the YES NO NA
procedure shall address the need to ensure the correct UV intensity is
maintained throughout period of use?
Guidance: This includes lamps that are battery powered but are
permanently connected to the mains.
5.5.1.8 UV-A LED flashlights (small battery powered UV-A sources) shall only YES NO NA
be utilized for localized inspections (e.g. weld repairs, bore inspections,
hard to reach areas)?
5.5.1.9 The repair of the system or replacement of a LED unit needs to be YES NO
carried out by the manufacturer or authorised distributor/repair center?
5.5.1.10 After repair or LED replacement the unit shall be recertified by the YES NO
manufacturer?
Guidance: The actual light intensity shall be recorded for this check;
“OK” or some other mark is not acceptable.
5.6 Inspection White Light and Ambient Light Check

minimum?
5.6.1.1 A digital white light meter shall be utilized to verify white light values? YES NO
5.6.1.2 The ambient light level in the inspection area shall be controlled not to YES NO
exceed 2 ft candles (20 lux)?
5.6.1.3 The measurement shall be taken in the darkened inspection area to YES NO
include the examination surface with the UV-A lights operating at a
distance of 15 inches (38 cm)?
5.6.1.4 100 ft-candles/1000 lux, or more, shall be available at the part surface YES NO NA
for visual verification of magnetic particle indications?
Guidance: This question shall be applicable where accept/reject
decisions rely on the use of white light (otherwise NA)
5.6.1.5 The checks are to be performed at least weekly or prior to use? YES NO
5.6.1.6 The check is to be performed after any equipment maintenance? YES NO
Guidance: The actual light intensity shall be recorded for this check,
“OK” or some other mark is not acceptable. Where the Auditee uses a
light level that exceeds the measurement capability of the meter and
the minimum customer light level requirement, the maximum readable
light level value can be recorded.
5.7 System Performance

minimum?
5.7.1.1 The device used to monitor the system performance? (Identify YES NO
applicable method used)
AISI 01 ‘Ketos’ Ring
AS5282 Ring
TP 1-4
Known Defective Part
Other approved standard
(List) _________________________________________
Guidance: One or more of the above devices shall be used to monitor
the system performance. Any other standard approved by the customer
shall have documented evidence of approval.
5.7.2 AISI 01 ‘Ketos’ Tool Steel Ring SECTION NA

Guidance: NA where the AISI 01 ‘Ketos’ Tool Steel Ring is not used.
5.7.2.1 Does the written procedure address the following information as a

minimum?
5.7.2.2 If a Ketos tool steel ring is used for the system performance test there YES NO
shall be documentation available which provides evidence that it is
certified to Ketos tool steel ring requirements?
5.7.2.3 The Ketos tool steel ring is to be free of damage or corrosion which YES NO
would affect its use?
5.7.2.4 The magnetic particle system performance is checked at least daily or YES NO
prior to use by testing the Ketos tool steel ring showing the required
holes per maximum allowable amperage setting?
Guidance: The maximum amperage values specified in the table shall
not be exceeded.
AISI 01 Maximum Results # of

Indicated
‘Ketos’ Amperage Holes
#3 Hole @ 1400 Amps
#5 Hole @ 2500 Amps
#6 Hole @ 3400 Amps
5.7.2.5 Is there evidence of compliance to the procedure and are records of YES NO
Guidance: The Auditor shall verify that indications are discernible for
the required number of holes at each output value (amperage). Any
additional indications above the minimum requirement shall be
recorded as seen but detection of, or variation in detection of these
additional indications shall not be cause for a nonconformance. The
actual number of hole indications shall be recorded.
5.7.3 AS5282 Steel Ring SECTION NA

Guidance: NA where the AS5282 Steel Ring is not used.

minimum?
5.7.3.2 If an AS5282 steel ring is used for the system performance test, there YES NO
shall be documentation available that provides evidence that it is
properly certified to AS5282 requirements?
5.7.3.3 The AS5282 steel ring is free of damage or corrosion which would YES NO
affect its use?
prior to use by testing the AS5282 steel ring showing the required holes
per maximum allowable amperage setting?
Guidance: The maximum amperage values specified in the table shall
not be exceeded.
Maximum Results # of
AS5282 Indicated
Amperage Holes
#3 Hole @ 500 Amps
#5 Hole @1000 Amps
#6 Hole @1500 Amps
#7 Hole @2500 Amps
#9 Hole @3500 Amps
Guidance: The Auditor shall verify that indications are discernible for
the required number of holes at each output value (amperage). Any
additional indications above the minimum requirement shall be
recorded as seen but detection of, or variation in detection of these
additional indications shall not be cause for a nonconformance. The
actual number of hole indications shall be recorded.
5.7.5 Alternate Test Device SECTION NA

Guidance: NA where an alternate device is not used.

minimum?
5.7.5.2 That an alternate test device (TP 1-4, known defective part or other YES NO
standard listed in 5.7.1.1) is used to monitor the system performance?
Guidance: If a Ketos tool steel ring or AS5282 steel ring is not used to
monitor the system performance, then an alternative test device, such
as TP 1-4, known defective part or other standard listed in 5.7.1.1 shall
be used.
prior to use?
5.7.5.4 The performance of the test device used shall meet or exceed the YES NO
original defined baseline?
Guidance: Test devices shall have pre-determined current values for
the indications/defects, acceptance criteria defined and approved by
customer.
5.7.5.5 The device used is free of damage or corrosion that would affect its YES NO
use?
Guidance: The recording of the results of this test shall be in
accordance with customer requirements.
6. CALIBRATION
6.1.1 Hall Effect Meters SECTION NA

Guidance: NA is when the hall effect meter is not used.

minimum?
6.1.2.1 The Hall Effect meter is calibrated at a minimum of three points in each YES NO
dynamic range and each polarity in addition to zero?
6.1.2.2 The Hall Effect meter is calibrated at least semi-annually? YES NO
this test on file and do they indicate that the calibration is current?
6.2 Residual Field Indicator SECTION NA

Guidance: NA is when a residual field indicator is not used.

minimum?
6.2.1.1 The residual field indicator is calibrated at a minimum of three points YES NO
within the range of use?
Guidance: For instruments measuring positive and negative values the
three points could be the maximum residual field level and zero. As an
example, +3, 0 and -3 Gauss.
6.2.1.2 The residual field indicator is calibrated at least semi-annually? YES NO

this test on file and do they indicate that the calibration is current?
6.3 Magnetic Particle Machine Ammeter

minimum?
6.3.1.1 The magnetic particle machine ammeter is calibrated at a minimum of YES NO

three points encompassing the range of use?
Guidance: The calibration points for an ammeter used at 100 amps to
3000 amps could be calibrated at 100 / 1000 / 3000 to meet the
requirement.
6.3.1.2 The ammeter/shunt combination and magnetic particle machine YES NO

ammeter shall not differ by more than ±10%, or 50 amperes, whichever
is greater, of the unit’s output?
6.3.1.3 The output stability/repeatability is checked to determine the minimum YES NO

usable amperage?
6.3.1.4 No fewer than six measurements are to be carried out to demonstrate YES NO
repeatability?
6.3.1.5 The equipment is marked with the lowest useable output value YES NO
determined by the output repeatability check?
Guidance: The machine shall be checked to establish the lowest setting
that will repeatedly produce a stable (±10% or 50 amps whichever is
greater) output. Individual test values need not be recorded, but the
minimum usable value shall be marked on the equipment. No additional
test or calibration equipment is required to carry out this test. This test
is not required for secondary circuits, such as magnetic flux.
6.3.1.6 The magnetic particle machine ammeter and output stability are YES NO
calibrated / checked at least semi-annually?
this calibration on file and do they indicate that the calibration is
current?
Guidance: The actual values shall be recorded for this check; “OK” or
6.4 Timer to Control Pulse Duration SECTION NA

Guidance: The question can be answered NA when there is no timer.

minimum?
6.4.1.1 The pulse duration of the magnetizing current flow is controlled so that YES NO
at least 0.5 seconds can be achieved?
6.4.1.2 The pulse timer is calibrated at least semi-annually to be within ± 0.1 YES NO
seconds?
this calibration on file and do they indicate that the calibration is
current?
Guidance: The actual values shall be recorded for this check; “OK” or
6.5 Quick Break SECTION NA

Guidance: The question can be answered NA when there is no quick
break feature.

minimum?
6.5.1.1 The check may be performed using a suitable oscilloscope or other YES NO
applicable method as specified by the equipment manufacturer?
Guidance: This check is to be conducted in the coil.
6.5.1.2 The quick-break feature is checked at least semi-annually? YES NO
this check on file and do they indicate that the check is current?
Guidance: “OK” or a value is acceptable.
6.6 Ultra-Violet (UV) Light Meters

Guidance: The light meter includes all elements of the measuring
system e.g. sensor and readout unit.

minimum?
6.6.1.1 The calibration shall be performed at a minimum of three points to YES NO

establish linearity?
Guidance: No specific values need to be used.
6.6.1.2 The light meter is accurate to within ± 5% of the standard reading? YES NO
Guidance: Note that the value of ±5% is in reference to a comparison of
the light meter being calibrated to another calibrated (traceable to NIST
or other National Standard) light meter. It is not meant to represent a
“true” ±5% calibration tolerance.
6.6.1.3 The UV light meter is to be traceable to the calibration data? YES NO

Guidance: To meet this requirement, the meter shall be serialized,
stickered or otherwise identifiable to the calibration data.
6.6.1.4 The calibration is being performed at least semi-annually or, with YES NO
adequate documentation, extended as allowed by the governing
standard but not to exceed 12 months when 4 consecutive acceptable
calibrations and adequate documentation is available to support the

decreased frequency?
this check on file and do they indicate that the calibration is current?
6.7 White Light Meters

Guidance: The light meter includes all elements of the measuring
system e.g. sensor and readout unit.

minimum?
6.7.1.1 The calibration shall be performed at a minimum of three points to YES NO

establish linearity?
Guidance: No specific values need to be used.
6.7.1.2 The light meter is accurate to within ± 5% of the standard reading? YES NO
Guidance: Note that the value of ±5% is in reference to a comparison of
the light meter being calibrated to another calibrated (traceable to NIST
or other National Standard) light meter. It is not meant to represent a
“true” ±5% calibration tolerance.
6.7.1.3 The light meter is to be traceable to the calibration data? YES NO

Guidance: To meet this requirement, the meter shall be serialized,
stickered or otherwise identifiable to the calibration data.
6.7.1.4 The calibration is being performed at least semi-annually or, with YES NO
adequate documentation, extended as allowed by the governing
standard but not to exceed 12 months when 4 consecutive acceptable
calibrations and adequate documentation is available to support the
decreased frequency?
this check on file and do they indicate that the calibration is current?
7. COMPLIANCE
Guidance: The Auditee shall perform representative inspections from
current production to determine compliance with these requirements.
These parts shall be selected to represent a variety of Nadcap
participating customer requirements and several different types of
processing equipment if more than one magnetic particle machine is in
use at this facility. Borrowing hardware from one company to another to
demonstrate compliance is not acceptable; unless there is objective
evidence the design authority has authorized movement of the
hardware to the company undergoing the audit. Investigate the
purchase order specifications to identify any customer unique
acceptance, process control, or procedure requirements applicable to
these parts. Witness the facility's ability to perform inspection of these
parts in accordance with the requirements.
If no production hardware is available, compliance jobs may be

identified as N/A under the following circumstances (explanation must
be provided by Auditor):
Auditee must provide evidence that they have tried to obtain parts for
the audit. Evidence could be copies of emails/communication to the
customer (or Subscriber) indicating such and evidence the customer
(Subscriber) has responded. If Auditee has done due diligence no
additional action is required. On the second consecutive occurrence,
Auditee must have evidence of task group concurrence of reason why.
If not, a minor nonconformance will be issued.
It is expected that the Auditor shall review and follow traceability from
the purchase order to completion of the NDT process or final
certification by reviewing as a minimum the items listed below. The
Auditor shall verify that the process applied complies with the
procedural system established by the company in terms of flow down,
customer specification retrieval (as applicable), inspection identification,
etc.
a) Purchase Order
b) Drawing (if applicable)
c) Work Order
d) Process Specifications and Revision
e) Internal Procedures and Revision
f) Lot / Batch / Serial Number:
g) Applicable Procedures / Techniques / Work Instructions
h) Travelers / Route Cards
i) Inspection Log
7.1 Provide the following documentation for Auditor review for each of the
parts being tested during the compliance portion of the audit: Note: EC-
LR materials shall not leave the Auditee’s facility.
a.Copy of completed technique card or Auditee procedure cover page

with evidence of customer approval if required.
b.Copy of the applicable page from the completed shop traveler or work
order.
c.If neither a or b above indicate the process and acceptance standard

and their revision status, then the document that shows the link to this
data shall also be reviewed.
7.1. A NA response needs to be explained SECTION NA
Is the part controlled under U.S. Export Control Regulations as YES NO

declared by the Auditee?
Guidance: A NO answer does not require an NCR
7.1. A.1 Compliance YES NO
7.1. A.2 Customer:

______________________________________________
7.1. A.3 Subscriber / End User:
______________________________________________
7.1. A.4 Purchase Order Number:
______________________________________________
7.1. A.5 Work Order Number:
______________________________________________
7.1. A.6 Lot / Batch / Serial Number:
______________________________________________
7.1. A.7 Process Specification(s): / Revision(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. A.8 Internal Procedure(s): / Revision(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. A.9 Acceptance Specification / Drawing Notes (including Revision level;

Class and/or Grade if applicable):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. A.10 Part Description:
______________________________________________
7.1. A.11 Part Number: / Revision:
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. A.12 Inspectors: / Level(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. A.13 Is the inspector wearing vision correction as required? YES NO NA

Guidance: The Auditor shall verify that corrective lenses were used if
required. NA only where the inspection personnel witnessed working
did not require correction lenses. “Near vision correction” refers to the
glasses or contacts that were required to pass the vision test. It is
required that such correction is worn during all testing/inspection at 1x.
Therefore, magnification that requires self-focus may be used as an aid
in interpretation with or without vision correction.
7.1. A.14 Equipment / Tool ID:
______________________________________________
7.1. B NA response needs to be explained SECTION NA

7.1. B.1 Compliance: YES NO
7.1. B.2 Customer:

______________________________________________
7.1. B.3 Subscriber / End User:
______________________________________________
7.1. B.4 Purchase Order Number:
______________________________________________
7.1. B.5 Work Order Number:
______________________________________________
7.1. B.6 Lot / Batch / Serial Number:
______________________________________________
7.1. B.7 Process Specification(s): / Revision(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. B.8 Internal Procedure(s): / Revision(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. B.9 Acceptance Specification / Drawing Notes (including Revision level;

______________________________________________
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. B.10 Part Description:
______________________________________________
7.1. B.11 Part Number: / Revision:
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. B.12 Inspectors: / Level(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. B.13 Is the inspector wearing vision correction as required? YES NO NA

7.1. B.14 Equipment / Tool ID:
______________________________________________
7.1. C NA response needs to be explained SECTION NA

7.1. C.1 Compliance: YES NO
7.1. C.2 Customer:

______________________________________________
7.1. C.3 Subscriber / End User:
______________________________________________
7.1. C.4 Purchase Order Number:
______________________________________________
7.1. C.5 Work Order Number:
______________________________________________
7.1. C.6 Lot / Batch / Serial Number:
______________________________________________
7.1. C.7 Process Specification(s): / Revision(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. C.8 Internal Procedure(s): / Revision(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. C.9 Acceptance Specification / Drawing Notes (including Revision level;

______________________________________________
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. C.10 Part Description:
______________________________________________
7.1. C.11 Part Number: / Revision:
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. C.12 Inspectors: / Level(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.1. C.13 Is the inspector wearing vision correction as required? YES NO NA

7.1. C.14 Equipment / Tool ID:
______________________________________________
7.2 If applicable and in conjunction with the preceding, the Auditee shall SECTION NA
also provide an additional three paperwork compliance jobs across the
Nadcap Subscriber base. Provide the following documentation for
Auditor review for each of these jobs: Note: The goal is to provide at
least one set of compliance documentation for each of the Auditee’s
Nadcap Subscriber customer base. If all of the Auditee’s Nadcap
customers were represented in the actual compliance audits, then this
section is NA.
Paperwork compliance jobs up to two (2) years prior to the audit date
are considered acceptable. If none are available the Auditor shall place
a note in this section indicating this. Note: EC-LR materials shall not
leave the Auditee’s facility.
a.Copy of completed technique card or Auditee procedure cover page

with evidence of customer approval if required.
b.Copy of completed shop traveler or work order.
c. If neither a or b above indicate the process and acceptance standard

and their revision status, then the document that shows the link to this
data shall also be reviewed.
7.2. A.

7.2. A.1 Compliance YES NO
7.2. A.2 Customer:
______________________________________________
7.2. A.3 Subscriber / End User:
______________________________________________
7.2. A.4 Purchase Order Number:
______________________________________________
7.2. A.5 Work Order Number:
______________________________________________
7.2. A.6 Lot / Batch / Serial Number:
______________________________________________
7.2. A.7 Process Specification(s): / Revision(s):

______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. A.8 Internal Procedure(s): / Revision(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. A.9 Acceptance Specification / Drawing Notes (including Revision level;

______________________________________________
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. A.10 Part Description:
______________________________________________
7.2. A.11 Part Number: / Revision:
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. A.12 Inspectors: / Level(s): / Date Performed:
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. A.13 Equipment / Tool ID:
______________________________________________
7.2. B SECTION NA

7.2. B.1 Compliance: YES NO
7.2. B.2 Customer:
______________________________________________
7.2. B.3 Subscriber / End User:
______________________________________________
7.2. B.4 Purchase Order Number:
______________________________________________
7.2. B.5 Work Order Number:
______________________________________________
7.2. B.6 Lot / Batch / Serial Number:
______________________________________________
7.2. B.7 Process Specification(s): / Revision(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. B.8 Internal Procedure(s): / Revision(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. B.9 Acceptance Specification / Drawing Notes (including Revision level;

______________________________________________
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. B.10 Part Description:
______________________________________________
7.2. B.11 Part Number: / Revision:
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. B.12 Inspectors: / Level(s): / Date Performed:
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. B.13 Equipment / Tool ID:
______________________________________________
7.2.C SECTION NA

7.2. C.1 Compliance: YES NO

7.2. C.2 Customer:
______________________________________________
7.2. C.3 Subscriber / End User:
______________________________________________
7.2. C.4 Purchase Order Number:
______________________________________________
7.2. C.5 Work Order Number:
______________________________________________
7.2. C.6 Lot / Batch / Serial Number:
______________________________________________
7.2. C.7 Process Specification(s): / Revision(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. C.8 Internal Procedure(s): / Revision(s):
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. C.9 Acceptance Specification / Drawing Notes (including Revision level;

______________________________________________
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. C.10 Part Description:
______________________________________________
7.2. C.11 Part Number: / Revision:
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. C.12 Inspectors: / Level(s): / Date Performed:
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
7.2. C.13 Equipment / Tool ID:
______________________________________________
7.3 Customer Specifications
7.3.1 Is the facility using the appropriate specification(s) and revision(s) as YES NO
required by the contract document?
Guidance: This shall be confirmed by the Auditor by reviewing the
customer P.O. and Subscriber/End User drawing if available.
7.3.2 If the facility is working to any deviations, have they been approved by YES NO NA
the customer?
Guidance: The Auditor shall confirm documented customer approval,
this may be in the form of a written communication, technique approval
or by a formal deviation from the Subscriber/End User.
7.3.3 Were the applicable work instructions/routings/shop YES NO

travelers/techniques/procedures, acceptance criteria and unique
customer requirements, made available to the magnetic particle
inspectors?
Guidance: The term “available” means that these documents are within
easy access by the technicians. These documents are available and
are used to perform the inspections, not used from memory.
7.3.4 If written procedures and/or techniques require review and/or approval YES NO NA
by the Cognizant Engineering Organization, is that approval evident?
Guidance: This shall be investigated and confirmed by the Auditor by
reviewing the last ten-part numbers shipped.
7.3.5 If applicable, are part specific drawing inspection and/or acceptance YES NO NA
notes being flowed down and followed by the inspectors?
7.3.6 Was there evidence of compliance to the document control procedure? YES NO
Guidance: This is looking to see if the correct procedure revisions are in
use.
7.3.7 If applicable, were any and all specification, drawing, procedure or YES NO NA
technique changes authorized?
Guidance: The Auditor shall review the documents for any unauthorized
changes.
7.4 Inspection Process
7.4.1 Do inspection records contain or provide traceability to the following as

a minimum?
Guidance: Inspection records may be the work order, shop traveler,
technique cards or Certificate of Conformity and is a document issued
by the Auditee to confirm that the delivered products fulfill the relevant
specification and purchase order requirements.
7.4.1.1 Part number / Material Identification? YES NO
7.4.1.2 Process specification and revision? YES NO
7.4.1.3 Acceptance criteria specification and revision? YES NO
7.4.1.4 Correct sequence of operations? YES NO
7.5 Part Processing
7.5.1 Did the inspector(s) review, as applicable, the specification(s), YES NO

technique sheet, and procedure(s) prior to inspecting the part?
7.5.2 Are parts being cleaned in accordance with applicable work YES NO
instructions/procedure prior to inspection?
Guidance: This may be addressed in the technique or a procedure
referenced from the technique.
7.5.3 Were all parts clean? YES NO

Guidance: The Auditor shall confirm the cleanliness of the parts prior to
inspection by whatever means are available and reasonable.
7.5.4 Was the magnetic particle suspension properly agitated? YES NO

Guidance: The magnetic particle suspension shall be agitated
throughout to provide a uniform concentration of particles in suspension
as demonstrated via the concentration result.
7.5.5 When using multidirectional magnetization techniques, was the YES NO NA

technique verified to ensure that all applicable surfaces can be
effectively inspected?
Guidance: This is accomplished by verifying the field direction, strength,
and balance in multidirectional magnetization using either of the
following:
• Test parts having known or artificial discontinuities of the type,
size, and location specified in the acceptance requirements.
• AS5371 shims
7.5.6 Were parts properly magnetized in accordance with the procedure or YES NO
technique sheet?
7.5.7 Was suspension properly applied to the parts? YES NO

Guidance: The suspension shall be applied to the surface of the part(s)
in a manner providing total coverage. The suspension shall not be
applied using pressure of such magnitude that would cause excessive
splashing.
7.5.8 Did the inspector(s) adhere to the requirement of not wearing YES NO
photochromatic eyeglasses or permanently darkened lenses?
Guidance: This is not intended to prohibit the use of eyeglasses with
lenses treated to absorb ultraviolet light.
7.5.9 Did the inspector(s) accustom their eyes to darkness for at least one YES NO
minute before performing any inspection requiring the use of UV light?
Guidance: On entering a darkened inspection area and each time the
general illumination in the inspection area is extinguished 1-minute dark
adaptation is required. Where specifications permit, local light sources
that do not interfere with the inspector’s vision may be used without
subsequent timed dark adaptation and where the evaluation process is
carried out independently of the inspection process no dark adaptation
is required during evaluation. A timing device is required for eye
adaptation monitoring, but evidence of calibration is not required.
7.5.10 If required, were parts demagnetized between each operation? YES NO NA

Guidance: Parts shall be demagnetized between each operation where
the strength of the magnetizing field is not sufficient to overcome the
residual field of the previous magnetization.
7.5.11 If applicable, when current is passed directly through the part (direct YES NO NA
headshot) was care exercised to prevent burning/arcing of the part at
the contact areas?
Guidance: When current is passed directly through the part (direct
headshot), burning/arcing between the contact areas of the machine
and the part shall not occur.
7.6 Inspection Evaluation Process

Guidance: The following evaluation process shall be determined by
direct observation and by researching the specifications, procedures
and other customer documents that are applicable and required to
reach an educated answer to each question.
7.6.1 Was the UV light intensity measured at the time of this survey, at least YES NO
1200 μW/cm2 at the inspection surface?
7.6.2 Were all areas of the part inspected per the technique sheet or YES NO
procedure?
7.6.3 If applicable, did the inspector(s) properly evaluate every relevant YES NO NA
indication in accordance with the customer standard?
7.6.4 Was the specific acceptance criteria properly understood by the YES NO
inspector(s)?
Guidance: The Auditor is expected to confirm understanding by
whatever means are required. This may be possible by observation or
in some cases may require the Auditor to ask the inspector(s) questions
regarding the criteria and how it is to be used.
7.6.5 Were precautions taken when parts were handled during inspection not YES NO
to smear or obliterate indications?
7.6.6 If applicable, were indications not meeting the acceptance criteria YES NO NA
marked on the part and/or appropriately documented?
Guidance: The Auditor is expected to validate that the appropriate
marking materials are utilized in accordance with customer
requirements.
7.6.7 After evaluation, were all parts demagnetized and exhibit no more than YES NO
an absolute value of 3 gauss or 240 A/m as determined by the use of a
field indicator on the surface of the part?
7.7 Post Cleaning
7.7.1 Were parts properly cleaned after magnetic particle inspection to YES NO
remove magnetic particle residues from holes, crevices, passageways,
etc?
Guidance: Cleaning shall be done with a suitable solvent or by other
means with all plugs, masking, or other processing aids removed with
care as they may affect the intended use of the part.
7.7.2 After inspection and appropriate cleaning, were parts properly protected YES NO NA
from corrosion or damage?
7.8 Inspector Qualification
7.8.1 Were the inspection personnel certified to the correct levels and YES NO
techniques for the work they were performing?
Guidance: This shall be verified by review of the certification records.
7.8.2 Were all non-certified or in-training personnel observed performing YES NO NA

magnetic particle process operations properly supervised?
Guidance: This shall be determined by direct observation
7.9 Inspection Status
7.9.1 Were symbols and/or marking methods used to denote magnetic YES NO
particle inspection status?
7.9.2 Were all inspection results properly recorded and traceable to the YES NO
parts?

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AC7114/2 REV.

161 Thorn Hill Road

Superseding AC7114/2 Rev N

*TO BE USED ON AUDITS STARTING ON OR AFTER – 02-MAY-2021*

These Audit Criteria define the requirements for Auditees seeking

In completing this assessment, Auditors are instructed to respond with

Copyright 2021 Performance Review Institute. All rights reserved.

All negative responses require a Nonconformance Report (NCR). Not

A-A-59230 Fluid, magnetic particle inspection,

AS4792 Water Conditioning Agents for

AS5282 Tool Steel Ring Standard for

AS5371 Reference Standards Notched

AMS2641 Vehicle, Magnetic Particle

AMS3044 Magnetic Particles, Fluorescent,

AMS3045 Magnetic Particles, Fluorescent,

AMS3046 Magnetic Particles, Fluorescent,

ASTM E1444 Standard Practice for Magnetic

ASTM E3022 Standard Practice for

3. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

3.1 Materials, Equipment Listing and Information

3.2 Material Certification

Light petroleum distillate

Suitable conditioned water (conditioning agents)

3.3 UV-A LED Inspection Lamp SECTION NA

4.1 NDT Facility Written Procedures

4.2 Technique, Data Card or Instruction

process has been revised since the inception of the baseline on

4.2.1.2 The equipment to be used for magnetization? YES NO

4.2.1.5 The magnetic particle application method used, (continuous/residual)? YES NO

4.2.1.6 The pulse duration and quantity (pulses/shot)? YES NO

be correctly fastened on the component. This does not need to be

4.2.1.9.1 Are the shims or strips in good condition? YES NO NA

4.2.1.10 Magnetic field strength and location of Gauss/Tesla measurements if YES NO NA

4.2.1.13 Complete pre-examination and post-examination demagnetization, YES NO

4.2.1.14 Areas of the part(s) to be examined including an illustration; either a YES NO

4.2.1.16 Sequence of the magnetic particle examination relative to YES NO NA

4.2.1.18 Dark adaptation time? YES NO

4.2.1.19 Acceptance requirements to be used for evaluating indications and YES NO

4.2.1.24 All parts are plugged or masked if required? YES NO NA

5. PROCEDURE MAGNETIC PARTICLE PROCESS CONTROL

5.1 Suspension Concentration Checks SECTION NA

5.1.1 Does the written procedure address the following information as a

5.1.1.5 The magnetic particle concentration to be used? YES NO

5.1.1.7 If the concentration is out of the tolerance, particles or suspension YES NO

5.2 Suspension Contamination Checks SECTION NA

5.2.1 Does the written procedure address the following information as a

5.2.1.4 Contamination exceeding 30% of the volume of magnetic particles, YES NO

5.2.1.5 The particle concentration and contamination are retested? YES NO

5.2.1.6 The suspension is evaluated for contamination at least weekly? YES NO

5.3 Water Break Test (Water-Based Vehicles) SECTION NA

5.3.1 Does the written procedure address the following information as a

5.3.2.1 Did the facility properly demonstrate this check? YES NO

5.4 Ultra-Violet (UV) Inspection Lamps SECTION NA

5.4.1 Does the written procedure address the following information as a

5.4.2.1 Did the facility properly demonstrate this check? YES NO

5.5 UV-A LED Inspection Lamps SECTION NA

5.5.1 Does the written procedure address the following information as a

5.5.1.6 Any output power variations indicated by perceived changes in YES NO

5.5.2.1 Did the facility properly demonstrate this check? YES NO

5.6 Inspection White Light and Ambient Light Check

5.6.1 Does the written procedure address the following information as a

5.6.1.6 The check is to be performed after any equipment maintenance? YES NO

5.6.2.1 Did the facility properly demonstrate this check? YES NO

5.7 System Performance

TO BE USED ON AUDITS STARTING ON OR AFTER – 02-MAY-2021