MODUK DEF STAN 02-729: PART 4 PDF

This Defence Standard (Def Stan) comprises Requirements for Non-Destructive Examination Methods.

This part of Def Stan 02-729 defines the minimum requirements for methods of detection of surface discontinuities in ferrous and non-ferrous materials using liquid penetrant examination techniques.

The requirements of this part of Def Stan 02-729 applies to all items for which specifications, standards, drawings, refit or repair instructions require liquid penetrant examination.

The Def Stan is also applicable to the Quality Assessment of Examining Authorities who perform liquid penetrant examination.

This Def Stan does not cover:

acceptance criteria for defects;

the extent to which liquid penetrant examination is required. This requirement is to be stated in relevant Contract Documents;

the examination of nuclear plant and machinery.