Visual Testing
The oldest NDT method and still the most widely applicable. Direct and remote visual examination of parts, welds, and assemblies as a first-line quality assurance tool — including Certified Weld Inspection (CWI) to AWS.
- Finds
- Surface cracks, undercut, porosity, weld profile, corrosion, mechanical damage
- Typical use
- In-process weld inspection, construction, receiving inspection, CWI sign-off