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Visual Examination VT

Visual examination is the most widely used non-destructive examination method for welds. It involves directly or remotely observing the exposed surfaces of the weld and base metal. Direct visual examination requires access to place the eye within 6 to 24 inches of the surface at an angle of at least 30 degrees, while remote examination uses tools like telescopes, borescopes or cameras. Standards like ASME Section V Article 9 specify lighting levels and other requirements for visual examinations.

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Visual Examination VT

Visual examination is the most widely used non-destructive examination method for welds. It involves directly or remotely observing the exposed surfaces of the weld and base metal. Direct visual examination requires access to place the eye within 6 to 24 inches of the surface at an angle of at least 30 degrees, while remote examination uses tools like telescopes, borescopes or cameras. Standards like ASME Section V Article 9 specify lighting levels and other requirements for visual examinations.

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: VISUAL EXAMINATION (VT)

VISUAL EXAMINATION (VT)

 Visual examination is the most extensively used NDE method for welds
 It includes either the direct or indirect observation of the exposed surfaces of the weld
and base metal
 Direct visual examination is conducted when access is sufficient to place the eye within
6 in. through 24 in. (150 mm through 600 mm) of the surface to be examined and at an
angle not less than 30 degrees to the surface as illustrated in Figure 14. Mirrors may be
used to improve the angle of vision.

 Remote visual examination may be substituted for direct examination


 Remote examination may use aids such as telescopes, borescopes, fiberscopes,
cameras, or other suitable instruments, provided they have a resolution at least
equivalent to that which is attained by direct visual examination
 ASME Section V, Article 9, lists requirements for visual examination. :
a) A written procedure is required for examinations.
b) The minimum amount of information that is to be included in the written procedure.
c) Demonstration of the adequacy of the inspection procedure.
d) Personnel are required to demonstrate annually completion of a J-1 Jaeger-type eye
vision test.
e) Direct visual examination requires access to permit the eye to be within 6 in. through
24 in. (150 mm through 600 mm) of the surface, at an angle not less than 30 degrees.
f) The minimum required illumination of the part under examination.
g) Indirect visual examination permits the use of remote visual examination and devices
be employed
h) Evaluation of indications in terms of the acceptance standards of the referencing
code.
 Standards such as ASME Section V Article 9 specify lighting levels of 100 foot-candles
(1000 lux) at the examination surface

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