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Preparatory Notes for ASNT NDT Level III Examination - Ultrasonic Testing, UT

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Area-Amplitude Blocks<br />

Area-amplitude blocks are also usually purchased in an eight-block set and<br />

look very similar to Distance/Area-Amplitude Blocks. However, areaamplitude<br />

blocks have a constant 3-inch metal path distance and the hole<br />

sizes are varied from 1/64" to 8/64" in 1/64" steps. The blocks are used to<br />

determine the relationship between flaw size and signal amplitude by<br />

comparing signal responses <strong>for</strong> the different sized holes. Sets are commonly<br />

sold in 4340 Vacuum melt Steel, 7075-T6 Aluminum, and Type 304 Corrosion<br />

Resistant Steel. Aluminum blocks are fabricated per the requirements of<br />

ASTM E127, Standard Practice <strong>for</strong> Fabricating and Checking Aluminum Alloy<br />

<strong>Ultrasonic</strong> Standard Reference Blocks. Steel blocks are fabricated per the<br />

requirements of ASTM E428, Standard Practice <strong>for</strong> Fabrication and Control of<br />

Steel Reference Blocks Used in <strong>Ultrasonic</strong> Inspection.

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