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ASNT Level III- Visual & Optical Testing

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

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