TP-MAG-ASME Issue 1

Procedure for Magnetic Particle Inspection to
ASME V Article 7 & 25 Latest Edition
MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION TEST PROCEDURE IN
ACCORDANCE WITH ASME V BPVC 2019
Document No. TP/MAG/ASME
Issue 1
Issue Date: 04/06/2020
WRITTEN BY: DATE: SIGNED:
Shaun Martin 04/06/2020
LEVEL 3 REVIEW: DATE: SIGNED:
Ian Evans 05/06/2020

BS EN ISO 9712 Level 2 & 3
Number: 329424
AUTHORISED BY: DATE: SIGNED:
Steve Gouldson 04/06/2005 Steve Gouldson
CLIENT REVIEW: DATE: SIGNED:
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CONTENTS
1.0 SCOPE
2.0 ITEMS FOR AGREEMENT
3.0 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS
4.0 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS
5.0 PERSONAL QUALIFICATION
6.0 HEALTH AND SAFETY
7.0 METHOD OF EXAMINATION
8.0 TECHNIQUE & MATERIALS
9.0 SURFACE PREPARATION
10.0 MAGNETISATION
11.0 EXAMINATION METHOD
12.0 MAGNETIZING FIELD ADEQUACY AND/OR
DIRECTION
13.0 VIEWING CONDITIONS
14.0 DE-MAGNETISATION
15.0 CALIBRATION OF EQUIPMENT
16.0 EXAMINATION COVERAGE
17.0 EVALUATION
18.0 NON-COMPLIANCE OR DEVIATIONS
19.0 REPORTING
20.0 ACCEPTANCE STANDARD
21.0 NON-CONFORMING ITEMS
APPENDIX 1 - SAMPLE TECHNIQUE
APPENDIX 2 - TECHNIQUE DIRECTION
APPENDIX 3 - SAMPLE REPORT
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1.0 SCOPE
This procedure governs the Magnetic Particle Testing of ferromagnetic castings and complies
with the requirements ASME V, Article 7&25. This procedure shall be read in conjunction with
the appended technique sheet(s) specific to the contract and component under test. The
fluorescent and Non-fluorescent technique will be employed for detecting defects,
discontinuities and flaws, open to the surface and in some applications sub-surface up to a
maximum depth of 4mm. The inspection process will consist of portable electromagnet yoke
using AC or DC Current.
2.0 ITEMS FOR AGREEMENT
The under-noted items shall be agreed by the contacting parties prior to commencement of
testing:
a) Acceptance Standard
b) Manufacturing stage at which inspection is to take place.
c) Operator approval.
d) Method as designated by ASME V, Article 7, Para T-773.
e) Surface finish
f) Residual Magnetism
3.0 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS
ASME BPVC VIII Division 1 - 2019 - Method for Magnetic Particle Examination Appendix 6.
ASME BPVC V Article 7 & Article 25 - 2019- Magnetic particle examination.
ASTM E709-15 - Standard Practice for Magnetic Particle Inspection.
ASTM E1444-16e1 – Standard Practice for Magnetic Particle Inspection.
ASME B16.34: 2017 – Valves, Threaded and Welding End
SNT-TC-1A :2016 - Personnel Qualification and Certification in Non-destructive Testing.
BS EN ISO 9712:2012 - Non-destructive testing- Qualification and certification of NDT
personnel.
For the purpose of this procedure, the standards listed above, including the revision status,
shall be applied at all times. If the standard to be applied or a different revision is requested, a
technique shall be raised in line with the requirement of this procedure.
4.0 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS
µw/cm² - Microwatts per centimetre squared

Lx – Luminous flux per unit area
mm – Millimetres
PCN – Personal Certification Number
ASNT – American Society for non-Destructive Testing
Shall – Is a mandatory requirement

Should – Is a recommendation
May – Is a possibility
Note: - Is an elaboration
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5.0 PERSONAL QUALIFICATION
Inspection personnel applying this procedure shall be shall be certified in accordance with
ASNT-TC-1A or BS EN ISO 9712:2012 (PCN) Level 2 in the relevant sector in Magnetic
Particle Inspection and to ASME VIII Division 1, Appendix 6 Clause 6-2 with regard to vision
and competency to make examinations and interpret and evaluate results.
Vision acuity shall be carried out at annual intervals or a maximum 12 months between acuity
tests.
Magnetic Particle Examinations in accordance with this procedure shall be carried out by
either NDT Level 2 or 3 personnel. Evaluation and interpretation of indications shall be carried
out by Levels 2 or 3 personnel.
6.0 HEALTH AND SAFETY
It is necessary for all personnel engaged in magnetic particle testing to be aware of and to
observe the requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
Suitable precautions to prevent hazards shall be taken and all equipment and materials shall
be used in accordance with the supplier’s instructions.
Data sheets are available from the Quality/Laboratory Manager covering safety for all
consumables as per COSHH requirements.
7.0 METHOD OF EXAMINATION
Examinations shall be carried out at the inspection surface by the continuous method, i.e. the
magnetising current being on whilst the examining medium is applied and the excess medium
is removed. 100% of the components accessible external peripheral and internal surfaces
shall be examined, unless specified otherwise by the customer. The test is to be performed to
give a magnetic field in two directions at 90 to each other so as to ensure a full magnetic
coverage is achieved to detect defects, discontinuities or flaws that may or may not interfere
with the functionality of the component.
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8.0 TECHNIQUE & MATERIALS
The ferromagnetic particles used as an examination medium shall be wet fluorescent and
non-fluorescent. Magnetization shall be carried out using the Yoke Technique. The
acceptable particle concentration is 1.2 to 2.4 ml per 100ml for non-fluorescent particles and
0.1 to 0.4 ml per 100ml for fluorescent particles. White contrast paint shall be used when
using a non-fluorescent testing medium on surfaces with a dark surface finish or a finish that
may not provide adequate contrast between the black particles and the surface.
The following equipment and consumables shall be used.
a) AC or DC Electromagnetic yoke
b) SREM Fluxo 4 - Contrast Aid Paint
c) SREM Fluxo 6 - Fluorescent magnetic particle inspection ink
d) SREM Fluxo 3 - Black magnetic particle inspection ink
e) SREM Fluxo S190 - Cleaner
f) ASME Pie-Shaped or Artificial Flaw shims
g) Calibrated gauss meter to check residual magnetism
h) Fluorescent and /Black ink particles suspended in hydrocarbon-based liquid in aerosol

form conforming to ASTM E709-15
i) White Contrast paint coatings in aerosol form conforming to ASTM E709-15
Note: Other branded consumables may be used as long as no intermixing of brands.
9.0 SURFACE PREPERATION
The component surface to be examined and a minimum of 1" (25mm) adjacent material shall
be free from all dirt, grease, lint, scale, welding flux and spatter or other extraneous matter
that could interfere with the examination. Should the surface condition be such that the
efficiency of testing is impaired then, subject to the agreement of contracting parties it is
permissible for the surface condition to be improved by grinding or other mechanical means.
The area to be tested, when using the black ink colour contrast method, may require to be
coated with a white contrast paint applied by sprayer or brush. The thickness shall be kept to
a minimum and in no case to be greater than 50 micron and shall be dry before any black ink
is applied for testing.
Where the surface of the item is coated with paint or similar coatings it shall be completely
removed prior to testing.
The temperature of the surface of the part being examined shall not exceed 50°C
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10.0 MAGNETISATION
Magnetisation shall be carried out using the yoke technique. This method shall only be
applied to detect discontinuities that are open to the surface of the part or for slightly sub-
surface if using DC current. For the purpose of this procedure alternating or direct current
electromagnetic yokes shall be used.
Note: Except for materials ¼ inch (6mm) or less in thickness, alternating current yokes are
superior to direct or permanent magnet yokes of equal lifting power for the detection of
surface discontinuities.
11.0 EXAMINATION METHOD
The examination medium used shall be in accordance with ASME V, Article 7 Paragraph T-
731. The following information with regard to the testing medium will be reflected on the
appended technique sheet(s):
a) Wet application
b) Non- fluorescent/fluorescent
c) Application temperature range
d) Viewing conditions
e) Solid particle content range
All welds examined shall include 25 mm of adjacent base metal on both

Sides of weld.
The feet of the magnet shall be held against the object under test with as large a contact point
as possible and form a closed magnetic field.
The area to be inspected shall not exceed the area of a circle inscribed between the poles
and shall exclude the 2 5 m m zone immediately adjacent to the poles.
When excessive background furring occurs the feet may be separated to reduce the field
strength thereby giving greater contrast.
Field direction may be checked by the use of magnetic flux indicators as a guide, but not used
to verify that the field strength is acceptable. Field strength shall be determined by lifting
ability only.
The ink aerosol canister shall be agitated for at least 60 seconds then applied to the test
surface with the nozzle at a distance of 300mm or more. The ink shall be applied prior to and
during magnetization, then after completion of the application of the ink, the magnetization
shall continue for a further 3 to 4 seconds before viewing.
The tangential field strength shall be a minimum of 2 kA/m at the surface.
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Once inspected at 0°. The part shall be demagnetised using the procedure as advised in
section 14 of this procedure.
The yoke shall then be repositioned at 90° and the steps advised above followed for a test at
a perpendicular direction
All indications shall be interpreted and recorded on a drawing with measurements from a
known reference datum. The indication shall be clearly identified on the sample by circling
with a permanent marker.
Once the inspection is completed, the samples shall be demagnetised in accordance with
section 14 of this procedure.
12.0 MAGNETISING FIELD ADEQUACY AND/OR DIRECTION
When it is necessary to determine field adequacy or direction this shall be achieved by using
the Magnetic Particle Field Indicator as per ASME V Article 7 figure T-764. The method of use
restrictions are as per ASME V Article 7, Paragraph T-764.2. This can be verified by viewing
clear lines on the ASME Pie gauge (which is placed on the surface of the component) in the
desired direction, after spraying ink onto it whilst the magnetizing field is flowing. When
fluorescent inks are used, this shall be viewed under the UV-A light.
An over lapping shall be made to ensure all areas are sufficiently tested. It is recommended
that at least a 25% overlap shall be made with areas 25mm from the poles to not be
considered while interpreting results.
Figure 3 Overlapping
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13.0 VIEWING CONDITIONS
Non-fluorescent: Visible Light Intensity – The intensity of the visible light at the surface of
inspection shall be a minimum of 100 foot candles (1076 lux). The light source, technique
used and light level verification is required to be demonstrated one time, documented and
maintained on file. This shall be checked using a calibrated light meter every week.
Fluorescent: Black/UV-A light source for use with fluorescent inks with a minimum UV-A light
intensity of 1200µW/cm² at the examination surface and shall be allowed to warm up for at
least 5 minutes after switching on the UV-A light. Darkened area shall have a background
white (ambient) light illumination of no more than 20 lux for the fluorescent magnetic particle
inspection; this shall be checked using a calibrated light meter every day. The operator shall
allow at least 1 minute for their eyes to adjust in the darkened conditions, photochromic and
permanently tinted spectacles shall not be worn during this inspection
14.0 DE-MAGNETISATION
De-magnetization will only be carried out if requested by the client prior to contract
commencement or if residual magnetism in the part could interfere with subsequent
processing or usage. Should de-magnetization be required the method to be employed will
be reflected on the appended technique sheet(s).
Between magnetism directions, the residual magnetism shall be checked as the that the field
remaining shall not interfere with the second applied field.
15.0 CALIBRATION OF EQUIPMENT
Lifting Power of Yokes
Prior to use, the magnetizing power of electromagnetic yokes shall have been checked within
the past 3 months. The magnetizing power of all yokes shall be checked whenever the yoke
has been damaged or repaired
Each alternating current electromagnetic yoke shall have a lifting power of at least 10lb
(4.5kg) at a pole spacing of 50mm to 100mm.
Each direct current electromagnetic yoke shall have a lifting power of at least 30lb (13.6kg) at
a pole spacing of 50mm to 100mm and a lifting power of at least 50lb (22.6kg) at a pole
spacing of 100mm to 150mm.
Each weight shall be weighed with a scale from a reputable manufacturer and stenciled with
the applicable nominal weight prior to first use. A weight need only be verified again if
damaged in a manner that could have caused potential loss of material.
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Calibration of Light Meters

6 monthly Calibration of Radiometer and Photometer to confirm the light levels at inspection
surfaces.
Calibration of Gauss Meters
6 monthly calibrations of gauss meters to confirm the residual magnetism of the test surface is
below 2 gauss.
16.0 EXAMINATION COVERAGE
All examination shall have sufficient field overlap to ensure 100% coverage at the required
sensitivity. At least two separate examinations shall be performed on each area. During the
second examination, the lines of magnetic flux shall be approximately perpendicular to those
used during the first examination. Details of examination coverage shall be reflected on the
appended technique sheet(s)
17.0 EVALUATION
Indications shall be assessed and categorized as either non-relevant or relevant. Non-

relevant indications are those that result from geometric features such as corners, surface
machining, holes and groves, etc., and are not cause for rejection.
An indication of an imperfection may be larger than the imperfection that causes it; however,
the size of the indication is the basis for the acceptance evaluation. Only indications which
have any dimensions greater than 1/16” (1.5mm) shall be considered relevant.
Relevant indications – these will be categorized as linear or rounded.
Linear indications are those that have a length three or more times its width, examples are
cracks, tears, laps, cold shuts, etc.
Rounded indications are those that are circular or elliptical with a length that is less than three
times its width. Examples are: porosity, blow holes, surface breaking inclusions, etc.
Relevant indications with any dimensions greater than those specified in the acceptance
criteria shall be recorded.
18.0 NON-COMPLIANCE OR DEVIATIONS

If at any stage throughout this procedure a step can not be followed, the test shall be halted
and the issue rectified. Rectification shall be made by the NDT supervisor of the same
qualification outlined in this procedure. Resumption of inspection shall be made by the
responsible level 3.
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19.0 REPORTING
The following information in addition to the test results shall appear on the testing report:
a) Approved procedure reference and revision

b) Technique sheet reference and revision
c) Material & thickness
c) Name of operator and approval status
d) Company name
e) Description and identity of test specimen/areas
f) Date of examination
g) Manufacturing stage
h) Equipment used
i) Method of flux generation
j) Type of current
k) Distance between poles
l) Detection medium and contrast aid used
m) Surface condition of test specimen/areas
n) Viewing condition & lighting equipment (if outside specific parameters)
o) Method of recording/marking (relevant indications only)
p) Code acceptance standard
20.0 ACCEPTANCE STANDARD

ASME B16.34:2017
Maximum acceptable indications are as follows:
(a) Linear Indications:
(1) 8 mm (0.3 in.) long for materials up to 13 mm (0.5 in.) thick
(2) 13 mm (0.5 in.) long for materials 13 mm to 25 mm (0.5 in. to 1.0 in.) thick
(3) 18 mm (0.7 in.) long for materials over 25 mm (1.0 in.) thick
For linear indications, the indications must be separated by a distance greater than the length of an
acceptable indication. A linear indication is one with length in excess of 3 times the width.
(b) Rounded Indications:

(1) 8 mm (0.3 in.) dia. for materials up to 13 mm (0.5 in.) thick
(2) 13 mm (0.5 in.) diameter for materials over 13 mm (0.5 in.) thick
An indication may be larger than the imperfection that causes it. However, the size of the indication is
the basis for acceptance evaluation.
Four or more rounded indications in a line separated by 1.5 mm (0.06 in.) or less edge-to-edge are
unacceptable. Rounded indications are those that are not defined as linear indications.
ASME VIII Division 1 Appendix 6:2019

All surfaces to be examined shall be free of
(a) relevant linear indications

(b) relevant rounded indications greater than 3/16” (5mm)
(c) Four or more relevant rounded indications in a line separated by 1/16” (1.5mm) or
less, edge to edge.
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21.0 NON-CONFORMING ITEMS
All defects shall be clearly identified and categorised with accurate terminology on the test
reports. Ideally the area of concern on the sample shall be clearly marked or if practical,
separated from the rest of the batch quantity.
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Appendix 1
Sample Technique Sheet
Technique Sheet Ref. No: Ref:
Subject: Technique for the MPI of Ferromagnetic Components

in accordance with ASME V Article 7&25
Client: Client Ref:
Contract no: Drawing No:
Vessel description:
Vessel reference no:
Weld(s)/Component(s) description:
Inspection stage(s):
Material & Thickness:
Operator qualification:
Surface condition:
MPI Technique:
Surface preparation:
Method of magnetisation:
Pole Spacing:
Magnetising Current:
Examination Medium:
Wet/dry application:
Fluorescent/Non-fluorescent:
Method of application:
Application temperature:
Solid particle content range:
Contrast medium:
Sensitivity checks:
Viewing Conditions & Lighting Equipment used:
Equipment checks:
Method of recording indication:
Report format:
Datum:
Limitations/remarks:
Post Cleaning:
De-magnetisation:
Acceptance Specification:
Raised By: Date:

Accepted by: for: Date:
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Appendix 2
Technique Direction
Sketch Depicting direction of magnetization relative to component under test
BUTT TYPE WELD FILLET TYPE WELD
+---------------------------+ +-----------------------------+
¦ A BC DE FG HI JK L ¦ ¦ B D F ¦
¦ \/ \/ \/ \/ \/ \/ ¦ ¦ ¦ C---------C ¦ D-¦
¦ /\ /\ /\ /\ /\ /\ ¦ ¦A---------A ¦ E---------E¦
+--/--\/--\/--\/--\/--\/--\/¦ +-----¦--------¦--------¦-----¦
+-/---/\--/\--/\--/\--/\--/\¦ +-----¦--------¦--------¦-----¦
¦/ / \/ \/ \/ \/ \/ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦
¦ / /\ /\ /\ /\ /\ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦ ¦
¦ D F AH CJ EL GN I¦ ¦ B D F ¦
+---------------------------+ +-----------------------------+
CROSS OVER TECHNIQUE;
A - A, B - B, C - C, D - D, etc.
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Appendix 3
Sample Report
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Procedure for Magnetic Particle Inspection to

ASME V Article 7 & 25 Latest Edition

MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION TEST PROCEDURE IN

ACCORDANCE WITH ASME V BPVC 2019

Document No. TP/MAG/ASME

Issue Date: 04/06/2020

WRITTEN BY: DATE: SIGNED:

Shaun Martin 04/06/2020

LEVEL 3 REVIEW: DATE: SIGNED:

Ian Evans 05/06/2020

AUTHORISED BY: DATE: SIGNED:

Steve Gouldson 04/06/2005 Steve Gouldson

CLIENT REVIEW: DATE: SIGNED:

AMENDMENT RECORD SHEET:

PAGE ISSUE DETAILS OF CHANGE DATE AUTHORISED

APPENDIX 1 - SAMPLE TECHNIQUE

APPENDIX 2 - TECHNIQUE DIRECTION

APPENDIX 3 - SAMPLE REPORT

2.0 ITEMS FOR AGREEMENT

3.0 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS

4.0 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

µw/cm² - Microwatts per centimetre squared

Shall – Is a mandatory requirement

5.0 PERSONAL QUALIFICATION

6.0 HEALTH AND SAFETY

7.0 METHOD OF EXAMINATION

8.0 TECHNIQUE & MATERIALS

The following equipment and consumables shall be used.

b) SREM Fluxo 4 - Contrast Aid Paint

c) SREM Fluxo 6 - Fluorescent magnetic particle inspection ink

d) SREM Fluxo 3 - Black magnetic particle inspection ink

e) SREM Fluxo S190 - Cleaner

f) ASME Pie-Shaped or Artificial Flaw shims

g) Calibrated gauss meter to check residual magnetism

h) Fluorescent and /Black ink particles suspended in hydrocarbon-based liquid in aerosol

Note: Other branded consumables may be used as long as no intermixing of brands.

9.0 SURFACE PREPERATION

11.0 EXAMINATION METHOD

All welds examined shall include 25 mm of adjacent base metal on both

The tangential field strength shall be a minimum of 2 kA/m at the surface.

12.0 MAGNETISING FIELD ADEQUACY AND/OR DIRECTION

13.0 VIEWING CONDITIONS

15.0 CALIBRATION OF EQUIPMENT

Lifting Power of Yokes

Calibration of Light Meters

Calibration of Gauss Meters

16.0 EXAMINATION COVERAGE

Indications shall be assessed and categorized as either non-relevant or relevant. Non-

Relevant indications – these will be categorized as linear or rounded.

18.0 NON-COMPLIANCE OR DEVIATIONS

a) Approved procedure reference and revision

20.0 ACCEPTANCE STANDARD

(b) Rounded Indications:

ASME VIII Division 1 Appendix 6:2019

(a) relevant linear indications

21.0 NON-CONFORMING ITEMS

Sample Technique Sheet

Technique Sheet Ref. No: Ref:

Subject: Technique for the MPI of Ferromagnetic Components

Raised By: Date:

Sketch Depicting direction of magnetization relative to component under test

BUTT TYPE WELD FILLET TYPE WELD

CROSS OVER TECHNIQUE;

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