Ultrasonic testing
Use sound to investigate material thickness and internal indications.
SOUND PATH / SCHEMATIC
METHOD / UT
What the examination tells you.
A probe introduces high-frequency sound into a component. Reflected signals provide information about the material. The technique, probe and interpretation depend on the examination objective.
Include in your briefTypical applications
- Repeatable wall-thickness measurements
- Localised corrosion surveys
- Weld examination with an appropriate technique
Things to consider
- Geometry, surface condition and material affect the examination.
- A defined technique and calibration are needed.
- Accessible measurement points do not describe every untested area.
A useful report includes
- Measurement locations and component references
- Recorded readings or indications
- Technique, scope and examination limitations
General method overview. Not a procedure or a guarantee of suitability.
Further reading: Applus+ — Ultrasonic Testing