Sunday, June 25, 2017

Some Fascinating Facts About NDT Dielectric Testing

By Sandra Parker


Components that are dielectric in nature are a classification of electrical insulators that carry with them the ability to become polarized in nature, through an electric field. Through the polarization of these elements, the positive charges flow through one direction, while the negative charges go into an opposite way. The logic behind this is because the magnetism of certain materials move in determined directions, especially when certain factors are implemented.

The study of these properties has to do with the dissipation of magnetic energy in materials and its storage. NDT dielectric testing involves an assortment of noninvasive inspection methods, whose purpose is to gauge entire process units, material properties, and different components. NDT stands for nondestructive testing, and consists of two major categories which are conventional and advanced.

Aside from that it is also known as NDE or NDI, depending on the common term used in an area. NDI stands for nondestructive inspection, while NDE is short for nondestructive evaluation or examination. The shape, orientation, and size of a damaged component are what it usually entails. Basing from those three factors, and applying the techniques in this study, recognizing defects and the features of the damages are made easier.

The major purpose in conducting these tests is to investigate a specific element from a whole in a secure, reliable, and economical manner. By economical, this means an entire plant would not need to shut down operations to have this process done. It is also considered to be much more cost effective since the entire procedure ensures that the equipment will not receive any type of damage.

Depending on the circumstance, testing can take place before, during, and after usage. The main goal here is to be able to investigate the parts thoroughly, to formulate an estimated amount of time on how much longer it can last before it breaks down and would need to be repaired or replaced. However, when they are done during operation, the goal is then to study the current state and any damaged mechanisms of the equipment. By doing these, technicians are then able to make informed and efficient decisions.

Dielectric examinations is not the only category to benefit from NDE though. There are many who other techniques that apply this practice in their field such as liquid penetrant, electromagnetic, radio graphic, ultrasonic, acoustic emission, and magnetic particle inspection. These are under the conventional category of NDE since these have been around for a long time already and are tried and tested routines. Since they have been around long enough, they have since evolved and can be backed up with codes, standards, and best practices.

There are more advanced ways too, but these tend to be misunderstood by most since they are complicated. A factor attributing to this fact is that they are customarily considered as emerging technologies, which means that professionals are unsure or still determining what the advantages or limitations are and the criteria for a qualified technician to be assigned. Since this requires a more specialized grasp and some experience from a properly trained technician.

NDI is dictated by an established set of standards or codes. It is considered practical because these are the foundation for making components, different service equipment, and safety critical parts. These are not only true in this field, but also in the world of gas and chemical plantations and refineries. The only differences are the regulations, codes, and standards, which depend on the location.

One of the most enthralling factor in this line of work is that it constantly develops and improves over time. While new subcategories are being formulated, the more advanced techniques continue to mature and progress, creating a cycle of technical understanding and adaptation. To sum it all up, the emergence of NDI has a number of beneficial aspects, especially when compared with more destructive methods and should be used as much as possible.




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