Reference profile
- Designation
- ASTM E709
- Title
- Standard Guide for Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
- Issuing body
- ASTM
- Current edition
- [verify]
- Status
- Library record: draft; official standard status [verify].
- Category
- Material & Fabrication
1
Overview
Guide for magnetic particle examination to detect surface and near-surface discontinuities in ferromagnetic materials.
2
Scope & Applicability
Covers
- Magnetization methods
- Wet/dry particles
- Surface & near-surface flaws
Does NOT cover (exclusions)
- Exclusions are not documented in this library record. Confirm the official publication, neighbouring codes, the adopted edition, and jurisdictional boundaries before application.
3
Key Requirements
Lifecycle requirements
- Weld/casting crack detection (ferromagnetic)
- MT procedure basis
4
Technical Details
Guide for magnetic particle examination to detect surface and near-surface discontinuities in ferromagnetic materials.
Components: Magnetic particle, Yoke, Indication.
Where to find it in the codeRefer to the official table of contents and the sections cited by the project specification; section numbering can vary by edition.
5
Engineering Notes
- Applies only to ferromagnetic materials; detects surface and slightly subsurface flaws.
6
Related Standards
- ASME BPVC V
Companion or referenced standard; verify its exact relationship in the adopted edition.
- ASTM E1444
Companion or referenced standard; verify its exact relationship in the adopted edition.
7
Source, Edition & Status
- Publisher
- ASTM
- Edition Year
- N/A
- Industries
- Petrochemical, Power, General Industry
- Content Status
- draft
- Last Reviewed
- 2026-07-01
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-01
- Verified By
- Engineering Reviewer
- Official Link
- N/A
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