NM01MPI86B22

The Met-L-Chek MPI-86B Dark Blue Dry Method Magnetic Particle Powder is a high-quality inspection consumable designed for effective detection of surface and near-surface flaws in ferromagnetic materials using the dry Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) technique under visible light. This 2.2 lbs (approximately 1 Kg) container provides a readily usable quantity of dark blue magnetic particles formulated for optimal performance and high contrast on bright or light-colored surfaces.  

These specially formulated dark blue particles are engineered to be easily attracted to magnetic leakage fields created by discontinuities, such as cracks, laps, seams, and inclusions. Their distinct dark color provides excellent visual contrast against lighter backgrounds, ensuring clear and easy identification of flaw indications during inspection. The dry method application makes this powder particularly suitable for field use, large structure inspections, and situations where liquid-based MPI is impractical or undesirable.

Met-L-Chek MPI-86B particles offer good sensitivity for revealing surface-breaking and slightly sub-surface defects. They are also suitable for use on surfaces with elevated temperatures up to 800°F (426°C) (always verify the specific temperature limitations in the manufacturer's guidelines). This product is manufactured to meet or exceed relevant industry standards for MPI consumables, ensuring reliable and compliant inspection results.

Key Selling Points:

• High-Contrast Dark Blue Particles: Ensures excellent visibility of flaw indications on bright or light-colored ferrous surfaces under normal lighting.

• Optimized for Dry Application: Engineered for effective attraction to magnetic leakage fields on dry surfaces.

• Good Sensitivity for Flaw Detection: Reliably indicates surface and near-surface discontinuities.

• Suitable for Elevated Temperatures: Can be used on surfaces up to 800°F (426°C) (confirm manufacturer's specifications).

• Meets Industry Standards: Ensures compliance with relevant MPI quality requirements.

• Convenient 2.2 lbs (approximately 1 Kg) Container: Provides a practical amount for various inspection volumes.

Benefits:

• Facilitates Easy Identification of Flaws: The high contrast dark blue color enhances the visibility of indications on lighter surfaces, simplifying the inspection process.

• Offers Versatile Dry Method Application: Suitable for a wide range of ferromagnetic materials and inspection scenarios where a dry application is preferred, including some high-temperature environments.

• Provides Reliable Inspection Results: Good sensitivity ensures the detection of critical surface and near-surface flaws.

Approximate Dimensions (inches):

• Container Weight: 2.2 lbs (This relates to the quantity of powder, not the container size directly).

• Typical Container Dimensions: While the exact dimensions of a 2.2 lbs container can vary by manufacturer, a common approximate size for a similar weight of powder might be:

  • Height: 6 - 8 inches

  • Diameter or Width: 4 - 6 inches

  • It is important to note that these are approximate external container dimensions and may vary. The key specification for purchase is the 2.2 lbs weight of the powder.

Applications:

• Field inspections where wet method MPI is challenging to implement.

• Inspection of large components and structures.

• Examination of welds, castings, and forgings with bright or light-colored surface finishes.

• Detection of cracks, laps, seams, and other surface-breaking flaws in ferromagnetic materials.

• MPI on surfaces with elevated temperatures (within the manufacturer's specified limits, up to 800°F / 426°C).