ASNT Level III- Visual & Optical Testing
My Level III Self Study Notes Reading 4 Section 4B
My Level III Self Study Notes Reading 4 Section 4B
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7.4.4 Test Object Preservation<br />
Rinsing, drying, de-smutting and coating may be required<br />
for preservation of the test object. Rinsing removes the<br />
etchant by flushing the surface thoroughly under running<br />
water. Cold water rinsing usually produces better surface<br />
appearance than hot water rinsing. Hot water rinsing does<br />
aid in drying.<br />
If smutting is a problem, the test object can be scrubbed<br />
with a stiff bristled brush or dipped in a suitable de-smutting<br />
solution. The test object should be dried with warm dry air.<br />
Shop air may be used if it is filtered and dried. After visual<br />
inspection, the test surface may be coated with a clear acrylic<br />
or lacquer but such coatings must be removed before subsequent<br />
tests. If the component is returned to service, a photographic<br />
record of the macro-etched area should be made.<br />
Charlie Chong/ Fion Zhang