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51-10-01 - Descriptions

1. General
A. This procedure provides the standard requirements for the inspection of holes in aluminum alloy and
titanium alloy materials.

2. Preferred Inspection
A. For the inspection of holes in aluminum and titanium by HFEC rotating probe see PROCEDURE A TASK
51-10-01-250-801
B. For the inspection of parallel and tapered holes in aluminum by HFEC manual hole probe see
PROCEDURE B TASK 51-10-01-250-802

51-10-01-01 - Procedures

TASK 51-10-01-250-801-A01
Rotating Probe Testing - General - PROCEDURE A
1. Task Supporting Data
A. Area of Applicability
Holes in aluminum alloy material of conductivity 16.0 MS/m (27.6% IACS) to 28.0 MS/m (48.3%
IACS) with a minimum thickness of 1 mm (0.039 in) and titanium alpha and beta alloy material with a
minimum thickness of 1 mm (0.039 in) (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-001).

CAUTION: THIS PROCEDURE MEASURES ONLY THE CRACK DEPTH.

B. Description of Possible Damage

Fatigue cracks, open to the surface, starting at the wall of the holes and extending in radial (crack
length) and axial (crack depth) direction (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-002):
Minimum detectable crack length
- for aluminum alloy material ≥ 1 mm (0.039 in)
- for titanium alpha alloy material ≥ 1 mm (0.039 in)
- for titanium beta alloy material ≥ 1.2 mm (0.047 in)
C. Job Set-Up Information
(1) Tooling:

REFERENCE DESIGNATION
2-887-01-9313S SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION
BLOCK
2-887-01-9314S SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION
BLOCK
2-887-01-9315S SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION
BLOCK
2-887-01-9316S SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION
BLOCK
2-887-01-9319S SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION
BLOCK
2-887-01-9321S SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION
BLOCK

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REFERENCE DESIGNATION
2-887-01-9323S SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION
BLOCK
2-887-01-9325S SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION
BLOCK
99A53003001100 CALIBRATION BLOCK (TI)
99A53003001101 CALIBRATION BLOCK (AL)
99A53003001103 CALIBRATION BLOCK (AL)
99A53003001106 CALIBRATION BLOCK (AL)
99D57004001000 CALIBRATION BLOCK SET
B1 EDDY CURRENT EQUIPMENT
ELOTEST
B588 EDDY CURRENT EQUIPMENT
MR3MF ROTOR UNIT - MINI
SR1MF ROTOR UNIT - STANDARD
TP54 SPLIT CALIBRATION BLOCK
TP54-07-1 SPLIT CALIBRATION BLOCK

(2) References:

51-61-02-001
51-61-03-001
51-62-02-001
51-63-03-001
51-63-04-001
51-63-05-001
51-63-06-001
51-63-07-001
FIGURE 51-10-01-991-001
FIGURE 51-10-01-991-002
FIGURE 51-10-01-991-003
FIGURE 51-10-01-991-004
FIGURE 51-10-01-991-005
FIGURE 51-10-01-991-006
FIGURE 51-10-01-991-007
FIGURE 51-10-01-991-008
FIGURE 51-10-01-991-009
FIGURE 51-10-01-991-010
FIGURE 51-10-01-991-013
FIGURE 51-10-01-991-014

2.Procedure
Subtask 51-10-01-251-001-A
A. Preparation for Inspection
(1). Identify the fastener holes to be inspected. See the related NTM procedure or Service Bulletin, where
necessary.
(2). Make sure that the holes are clean and smooth.
(3). Do a visual check of the inspection area for any damage or discontinuities.
Subtask 51-10-01-252-001-A
B. Instrument Adjustment

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NOTE: When this general procedure is called from a specific inspection Task the settings of this specific
inspection Task must be followed.

(1). Connect the probe (See 51-62-02-001) related to the inspection requirement with the EDDY
CURRENT EQUIPMENT (B588) (See 51-61-03-001) or EDDY CURRENT EQUIPMENT
ELOTEST (B1) (See 51-61-02-001).

NOTE: The probe diameter must be approximately 0.1 mm ± 0.05 mm (0.004 in ± 0.002 in) less than
the hole diameter to be inspected (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-003).

NOTE: Any rotating eddy current probe or instrument may be used provided that they meet the re-
quirements of this procedure.

NOTE: For tapered hole inspection more than one diameter probe may be required to inspect the full
depth of the hole bore.

CAUTION: CHECK THE SPLIT CONICAL CONDITION FOR WEAR DAMAGE PRIOR TO USE. IF A
DAMAGE IS DETECTED, RETURN TO THE SUPPLIER FOR REPAIR. WHEN YOU USE
THE SPLIT CONICAL BLOCK FOR CALIBRATION TAKE CARE TO ENSURE THE SIG-
NAL FROM THE SPLIT IN THE BLOCK IS MAXIMIZED.

(2). One of the following calibration blocks has to be used related to the inspection requirements:
- SPLIT CALIBRATION BLOCK (TP54) for aluminum (See 51-63-07-001)
- SPLIT CALIBRATION BLOCK (TP54-07-1) for titanium (See 51-63-07-001)
- SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION BLOCK (2-887-01-9313S) for aluminum (See 51-63-06-001)
- SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION BLOCK (2-887-01-9314S) for aluminum (See 51-63-06-001)
- SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION BLOCK (2-887-01-9315S) for aluminum (See 51-63-06-001)
- SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION BLOCK (2-887-01-9316S) for aluminum (See 51-63-06-001)
- SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION BLOCK (2-887-01-9319S) for titanium (See 51-63-06-001)
- SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION BLOCK (2-887-01-9321S) for titanium (See 51-63-06-001)
- SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION BLOCK (2-887-01-9323S) for titanium (See 51-63-06-001)
- SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION BLOCK (2-887-01-9325S) for titanium (See 51-63-06-001)
- CALIBRATION BLOCK (AL) (99A53003001101) (See 51-63-04-001)
- CALIBRATION BLOCK (AL) (99A53003001103) (See 51-63-05-001)
- CALIBRATION BLOCK (AL) (99A53003001106) (See 51-63-05-001)
- CALIBRATION BLOCK (TI) (99A53003001100) (See 51-63-04-001)
- CALIBRATION BLOCK SET (99D57004001000) (See 51-63-03-001)
(3). Use ROTOR UNIT - STANDARD (SR1MF) or ROTOR UNIT - MINI (MR3MF) for the inspection if
mentioned in the specific inspection Task.
(4). Using the probe and the calibration block related to the inspection requirements (Titanium or
aluminum alloy material) and calibrate the instrument in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
(a) Set reject to `OFF’.
(b) Set the instrument to X-Y mode (spot display).
(c) Slowly guide the probe into a calibration block.
(d) Make sure that the probe operates freely and does not jam (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-004).
(e) Set the filters control to optimize the signal shape.
(f) Set the gain to 100% FSH above the zero datum.

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NOTE: For the split conical calibration blocks the probe must be parallel to the internal surface of
the split area.

(5). For the Split and Split Conical Calibration Block (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-005)
(a) Phase Angle Calibration (X-Y Mode)
1 Adjust the phase angle to position the signal 10 degree right from the vertical.
(b) Sensitivity Final Setting (X-T Mode)
1 Set the instrument to X-T mode (line display).

NOTE: The noise level must be less than 10% or 15% FSH if the probe diameter ≤ 4.5 mm
(0.177 in).

2 Place the probe at the slot level.

3 Fine tune the probe position to obtain the maximum amplitude signal.
4 Set the gain to 75% FSH above the zero datum.
5 Add 6 dB to the current amplitude.
(6). For Hole Plate CALIBRATION BLOCK (AL) (99A53003001101) (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-013)
(a) Phase Angle Calibration (X-Y Mode)
1 Adjust the phase angle to position the signal 0 degree on the vertical.
(b) Sensitivity Final Setting (X-T Mode)
1 Set the instrument to X-T mode (line display).

NOTE: The noise level must be less than 10% or 15% FSH if the probe diameter ≤ 4.5 mm
(0.177 in).

2 Place the probe at the 0.5 mm (0.020 in) slot level.

3 Fine tune the probe position to obtain the maximum amplitude signal.
4 Set the gain to 75% FSH above the zero datum.
5 Add 6 dB to the current amplitude.
(7). For Hole Plate CALIBRATION BLOCK SET (99D57004001000) (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-014)
(a) Phase Angle Calibration (X-Y Mode)
1 Adjust the phase angle to position the signal 10 degree right from the vertical.
(b) Sensitivity Final Setting (X-T Mode)
1 Set the instrument to X-T mode (line display).

NOTE: The noise level must be less than 10% or 15% FSH if the probe diameter ≤ 4.5 mm
(0.177 in).

2 Place the probe at the 0.5 mm (0.020 in) slot level.

3 Fine tune the probe position to obtain the maximum amplitude signal.
4 Set the gain to 75% FSH above the zero datum.
5 Remove 6 dB to the current amplitude.
Subtask 51-10-01-253-001-A

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C. Inspection
(1). Identify the holes to be inspected, and make sure that the correct probe is selected in accordance with
51-62-02-001.
(2). Calibrate the instrument in accordance with SUBTASK 252-001.
(3). Pass the rotating probe slowly through each hole and make sure that the coil scans the whole of the
bore surface.
(4). If no indication exceeds 25% FSH when maximized, the inspection for that hole is finished.
(5). All indications with maximized amplitudes above 25% FSH must be evaluated in accordance with
Ref. 2.C.(6).
(6). Evaluation of Indications
(a) Set the instrument to X-Y mode.
(b) All indications which are vertical or to the right of vertical and exceed 25% FSH (See FIGURE
51-10-01-991-006, Detail A) shall be marked as cracks.
(c) All indications which are located to the left of vertical and exceed 75% FSH (See FIGURE
51-10-01-991-006, Detail B) shall be marked as cracks or other damage.

NOTE: To define if the indication is a crack or a damage, identify the radial position using the X-T
mode in accordance with Ref. 2.C.(8). Visually inspect that area of the bore using available
mirrors and magnifiers etc. Look for ovality or pilot hole (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-007)
and scores, burring, corrosion and other visible damage. When possible, clean the hole to
remove the damage and re-inspect the hole.

(7). Determination of the Depth of a Crack Indication (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-008)

(a) In case of crack indication slowly proceed to shift the rotating probe into the hole until the end of
the crack is displayed (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-008, Detail A and B).
(b) The end of the crack will be indicated when the signal is displayed ≤ 25% FSH. Mark the depth of
the crack finishing point on the probe shaft with a pencil (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-008, Detail
B).
(c) Slowly remove the rotating probe out of the hole until the crack signal displayed again ≤ 25% FSH.
(d) Mark the crack starting point on the probe shaft with a pencil (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-008,
Detail C).
(e) Measure the total crack depth between the two pencil marks (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-008,
Detail C).
(8). Determination of the Direction of an indicated Crack relative to the Hole Circumference (See FIGURE
51-10-01-991-009)
(a) With the probe rotating in the hole, turn the rotor head until the crack signal is at the 180° position
(Horizontal Center Line) on the instrument display screen.
(b) The crack direction is indicated by the position of the rotor head.

NOTE: Due to other rotating direction or another zero degree position on the rotor, the crack direc-
tion must be adapted.

Subtask 51-10-01-971-001-A
D. Acceptance Criteria
(1). All valid crack indication are to be classified as a crack and must be recorded (See FIGURE
51-10-01-991-010).

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(2). Record the following data:

- Position of holes with cracks
- Radial position of the crack (use sketch stating view direction FWD-OB etc.)
- Depth to start of the crack
- Depth of the crack down the bore
- Amplitude height
- Phase angle of the crack indication (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-006)
- Screen shot of signal indication
- Boroscope view

>
- 0.6 mm
INSPECTION SIDE: (0.024 in)
THIS AREA MUST BE
INSTALLATIONS ACCESSIBLE FOR
(EXAMPLE) HANDLING AND
POSITIONING OF
THE EQUIPMENT
MINIMUM
DISTANCE
01
A
MINIMUM
THIS SHEET DISTANCE
MAY BE
MULTI-LAYER 02 NOTE:
A
MINIMUM SHEET THICKNESS 1 mm (0.039 in).
01 THESE DIMENSIONS WILL ALLOW ACCESS
FOR MOST STANDARD (200 mm (7.87 in))
AND MINI (90 mm (3.54 in)) ROTORS.
02 THESE DIMENSIONS WILL ALLOW ACCESS
FOR MOST STANDARD (25 mm (0.98 in))
AND MINI (12 mm (0.47 in)) ROTORS.
MIN 6 mm
(0.236 in) INSTALLATION AREA TO BE INSPECTED
(EXAMPLE)
L_NT_511001_1_0010101_01_00

Figure 51-10-01-991-001-A - Example of Area to be Inspected

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CRACK LENGTH >

- 1.0 mm / 1.2 mm
(0.039 in) / (0.047 in)

FATIGUE CRACK

CRACK DEPTH >

- 1.0 mm / 1.2 mm
(0.039 in) / (0.047 in)

L_NT_511001_1_0020101_01_01

Figure 51-10-01-991-002-A - Possible Damage

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NOTE: THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE

PROBE AND THE HOLE DIAMETER
D / HOLE TO BE INSPECTED MUST BE
0.1 mm (0.004 in) WITH A
TOLERANCE OF ± 0.05 mm (0.002 in)

D = D / HOLE - D / PROBE

AREA TO BE INSPECTED

D / PROBE

L_NT_511001_1_0030101_01_00

Figure 51-10-01-991-003-A - Tolerance Range of Probes

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SPLIT CONICAL CALIBRATION BLOCK

SPLIT-PLANE

ROTATING PROBE

PROBE
AXIS

SPLIT-PLANE INTERNAL SURFACE

OF THE SPLIT AREA

TURNING OF THE SPLIT-CONE

TO OPTIMIZE THE SIGNAL

CAUTION: POSITION OF PROBE AXIS MUST BE PARALLEL

TO THE INTERNAL SURFACE OF THE SPLIT AREA.

PARALLEL SIDED HOLES CALIBRATION BLOCK

L_NT_511001_1_0040101_01_00
Figure 51-10-01-991-004-A - Probe Position
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PN 2-837-01-93XX S (SPLIT CONICAL)

TP54
A

A A
SPLIT
A

36 mm DIA
(1.42 in)

8 mm DIA
(0.31 in)
32 mm
(1.26 in)
2.8 mm DIA
(0.11 in) A A

PHASE: 20° RH
SENSITIVITY: + 6dB
GAIN: 100%
SH SH SH GAIN SH
100% 100% 100% 100%
75% 75% 75% 75%
50% 50% 50% 50%
25% 25% 25% 25%
ZERO ZERO ZERO ZERO
0% 0% 0% 0%
DATUM DATUM DATUM DATUM

0° 90° 180° 270° 360° 0° 90° 180° 270° 360° 0° 90° 180° 270° 360° 0° 90° 180° 270° 360°

X-Y MODE X-T MODE

NOTE:
VALID FOR TITANIUM
AND ALUMINUM ALLOY
SH = SCALE HEIGHT
L_NT_511001_1_0050101_01_03

Figure 51-10-01-991-005-A - Calibration Procedure

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PN 99A53003001XXX (HOLE PLATE)

GAIN: 100% PHASE: 0° SENSITIVITY: + 6dB

SH SH SH GAIN SH
100% 100% 100% 100%
75% 75% 75% 75%
50% 50% 50% 50%
25% 25% 25% 25%
ZERO ZERO ZERO ZERO
0% 0% 0% 0%
DATUM DATUM DATUM DATUM

0° 90° 180° 270° 360° 0° 90° 180° 270° 360° 0° 90° 180° 270° 360° 0° 90° 180° 270° 360°

X-Y MODE X-T MODE

NOTE:
VALID FOR TITANIUM AND ALUMINUM ALLOY
SH = SCALE HEIGHT
L_NT_511001_1_0130101_01_01

Figure 51-10-01-991-013-A - Calibration Procedure

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PN 99D57004001000

19 18 16

20 17

11 12 13 14 15

10 9 8 7 6

1 2 3 4 5

PHASE: 10° SENSITIVITY: - 6dB

GAIN: 100%
SH SH SH GAIN SH
100% 100% 100% 100%
75% 75% 75% 75%
50% 50% 50% 50%
25% 25% 25% 25%
ZERO ZERO ZERO ZERO
0% 0% 0% 0%
DATUM DATUM DATUM DATUM

0° 90° 180° 270° 360° 0° 90° 180° 270° 360° 0° 90° 180° 270° 360° 0° 90° 180° 270° 360°

X-Y MODE X-T MODE

NOTE:
SH = SCALE HEIGHT L_NT_511001_1_0140101_01_01

Figure 51-10-01-991-014-A - Calibration Procedure

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0° 0°
RH X-Y MODE LH

SH SH
100% 100%
75% 75%
50% 50%
25% 25%
ZERO ZERO
0% 0%
DATUM DATUM

REPORTING
LEVEL
0° 90° 180° 270° 360° 0° 90° 180° 270° 360°

TYPICAL RIGHT OF TYPICAL LEFT OF

A VERTICAL SIGNAL B VERTICAL SIGNAL

L_NT_511001_1_0060101_01_00

Figure 51-10-01-991-006-A - Evaluation of Indications

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Y-T MODE X-Y MODE

SH ABOVE ZERO DATUM SH ABOVE ZERO DATUM

DISCONTINUITY
100% 100%
75% 75% OVAL
50% 50%
25% 25%
ZERO ZERO PROBE
0% 0%
DATUM DATUM

0° 90° 180° 270° 360° 0° 90° 180° 270° 360°

NOTE: PHASE ROTATION 180 DEGREE, COMPARE

TO CRACK INDICATION

SH ABOVE ZERO DATUM SH ABOVE ZERO DATUM

100% 100%
75% 75% PILOT-HOLE
50% 50%
25% 25%
ZERO ZERO
0% 0% PROBE
DATUM DATUM

0° 90° 180° 270° 360° 0° 90° 180° 270° 360°

L_NT_511001_1_0070101_01_00

Figure 51-10-01-991-007-A - Example of Signals due to Discontinuities

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SH ABOVE ZERO DATUM

CRACK INDICATION
100%
CRACK 75%
50%
CRACK LENGTH THRESHOLD FOR CRACK
25% DETERMINATION
CRACK DEPTH 0% ZERO DATUM

0° 90° 180° 270° 360°

DEPTH OF CRACK
FINISH POINT

CRACK PENCIL VISIBLE COIL

1ST MARK MADE WITH PENCIL

CRACK DEPTH
SH ABOVE ZERO DATUM
B
100%
75%
50%
THRESHOLD FOR CRACK
INDICATION 25% DEPTH DETERMINATION
FROM DETAIL B 0% ZERO DATUM
AND C

0° 90° 180° 270° 360°

DEPTH OF CRACK
START POINT
CRACK CRACK DEPTH
PENCIL

VISIBLE COIL
CRACK DEPTH DEPTH OF CRACK
FINISH POINT

C 2ST MARK MADE WITH PENCIL

L_NT_511001_1_0080101_01_00
Figure 51-10-01-991-008-A - Crack Depth Measurement in Fastener Holes
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MINI ROTOR 0°

EXAMPLE OF DIRECTION OF SINGLE

CRACK FROM FASTENER HOLE 270° 90°

CRACK IN 180°
DIRECTION
SIGNAL OF
SH ABOVE ZERO DATUM DIRECTION OF 180°
CRACK
ROTATION
100%
75%
50%
25%
0% ZERO DATUM
DIRECTION OF
STANDARD ROTOR 0° ROTATION

0° 90° 180° 270° 360° 270° 90°

CRACK IN 180°
DIRECTION
180°

MINI ROTOR 0°

270° 90°
EXAMPLE OF DIRECTION OF TWO OPPOSITE
CRACKS FROM FASTENER HOLE
CRACKS IN 0° AND
180° DIRECTION
DIRECTION OF 180°
SIGNAL OF
SH ABOVE ZERO DATUM CRACKS ROTATION

100%
75%
50%
25%
0% ZERO DATUM
0°
STANDARD ROTOR
DIRECTION OF CRACKS IN 0° AND
ROTATION 180° DIRECTION
270° 90°
0° 90° 180° 270° 360°

180°

NOTE: OTHER EQUIPMENT CAN CAUSE ANOTHER ALLOCATION OF THE

CRACK DIRECTION ON THE ROTOR AND ON THE CRT-SCREEN L_NT_511001_1_0090101_01_00
Figure 51-10-01-991-009-A - Determination of Crack Direction from Fastener Holes
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ROTOTEST INSPECTION RECORD SHEET

FORWARD OR UP
12 O' CLOCK POSITION
INSPECTION SURFACE
D2

CRACK AT
3 O' CLOCK
D1 POSITIONS
CRACK
DEPTH OF CRACK = D1 - D2 VIEW OF INSPECTION SURFACE

A/C: FLIGHT CYCLES: INSPECTION DATE:

MSN: PLACE:

REG. No: INSPECTOR: RECORD SHEET No: OF

INSPECTION REFERENCE REMARKS:
INSPECTION EQUIPMENT:
PROBE:
CALIBRATION BLOCK:
CORRECTION VALUE:
HOLE AFFECTED:
LAYER AFFECTED:
CRACK POSITION:
CRACK DEPTH:
SIGNAL AMPLITUDE (% FSH):

SCREEN SHOT AS REQUIRED (X-Y / SPOT MODE AND X (T) MODE)

BOROSCOPE IMAGES AS REQUIRED

L_NT_511001_1_0100101_01_02
Figure 51-10-01-991-010-A - Record Sheet
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TASK 51-10-01-250-802-A01
Rotating Probe Testing - General - PROCEDURE B
1. Task Supporting Data
A. Area of Applicability
Areas where fasteners have been removed to inspect the bore of parallel or tapered holes in aluminum
alloy structure.
B. Description of Possible Damage
Fatigue cracks ≥ 1 mm (0.039 in) (depth and length) originating from the bore holes.
C. Job Set-Up Information
(1) Tooling:

REFERENCE DESIGNATION
2-164-551 CALIBRATION BLOCK
TYPEUH EDDY CURRENT EQUIPMENT
LOCATOR

(2) References:

51-62-01-001
51-63-01-001
FIGURE 51-10-01-991-012

2.Procedure
Subtask 51-10-01-251-005-A
A. Preparation for Inspection
(1). Make sure that the holes and the surrounding area is clean and free of swarf, sealant or other debris.
Subtask 51-10-01-252-002-A
B. Instrument Adjustment
(1). Connect the probe TYPE F, 500 KHz (See 51-62-01-001, Detail F) with the EDDY CURRENT
EQUIPMENT LOCATOR (TYPEUH)

NOTE: The probe diameter should correspond to the hole diameter to be inspected.

NOTE: For tapered hole inspection more than one diameter probe may be required to inspect the full
depth of the hole bore.

NOTE: Any high frequency eddy current probe or instrument with a frequency between 500 KHz and 2
MHz may be used provided that they meet the requirements of this procedure.

(2). Use theCALIBRATION BLOCK (2-164-551) (See 51-63-01-001) to calibrate the instrument for lift off
and zero in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

NOTE: Any aluminum calibration block may be used provided that it meet the requirements of this pro-
cedure.

(3). Adjust the instrument sensitivity so that a repeatable 100% full scale deflection is obtained when the
probe sensor is passed over the 0.5 mm (0.20 in) slot in the calibration block.
Subtask 51-10-01-253-002-A
C. Inspection

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(1). Scan each hole to be inspected ensuring that:

(a) There is a good fit between the probe and bore.
(b) The probe is rotated through at least 360°.
(c) The probe is indexed at not greater than 1 mm (0.039 in) increments.
(d) The complete bore is inspected.

NOTE: Interfaces will give different zero response, re-zero as necessary.

(2). Cracks from the bore of the hole will be represented by a sharp meter needle deflection to the right.
(3). If crack indications are detected:
(a) Identify the layer (eg. skin, doubler, strap, spar) where the indication maximizes.
(b) Measure the depth in the hole where the indication starts and ends (See FIGURE
51-10-01-991-012).
(c) Identify the radial position of the crack (See FIGURE 51-10-01-991-012).
Subtask 51-10-01-971-002-A
D. Acceptance Criteria
(1). Typically, cracks are indicated by a sharp up-scale meter deflection. All such clear indications that
cannot be attributed to other influences having a deflection equal to or greater than 50% full scale
must be considered as crack indications and recorded.
(2). Record the following information:
- Hole identification
- Layer cracked (skin, spar etc.)
- Depth of crack indication
- Radial position of crack indication

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INSPECTION SURFACE

D2

D1
CRACK

DEPTH OF CRACK = D1 - D2

FORWARD OR UP
12 O' CLOCK POSITION

CRACK AT
3 O' CLOCK
POSITIONS

VIEW ON INSPECTION SURFACE

L_NT_511001_1_0120101_01_00
Figure 51-10-01-991-012-A - Example of Crack and Reporting Requirements
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