1.1 This standard prescribes the recommended procedure for detection of cracks and other linear indications by the dry powder magnetic particle testing. The method is applicable only to ferromagnetic material and in case of welds where the weld metal is also ferromagnetic.
1.2 This standard does not lay down any requirements for the acceptance or rejection of materials and components on which flaws have been revealed. This shall be subject to mutual agreement between the contracting parties. This agreement may provide details with regard to:
a) area to be inspected,
b) the technique to be used,
c) the type of discontinuities to be accepted, and
d) reworking and subsequent retesting which may be permissible.
IS 10543-1983 history
1983IS 10543-1983 Dry powder magnetic particle testing method