MARKING AND/OR RECORDING OF INSPECTION RESULTS

TM 1-1520-265-23 1.3. MARKING AND/OR RECORDING OF INSPECTION RESULTS. NOTE Only approved marking pencils listed in Table 1-8 are to be used for temporary marking of indications found during an NDI inspection. The color of the markings shall contrast with the color of the part. a. Wipe the area to be marked with low-lint cleaning cloth, MIL-C-85043. b. Mark surface with appropriate color aircraft marking pencil, MIL-P-83953, using a light touch. c. Remove markings as soon as there is no further need for them with a low-lint cloth, MIL-C-85043, dampened with tap water. It is allowable for a shadow of the marking to remain on surfaces after removal. WARNING Cleaning solvents P-D-680, Type II and MIL-C-38736 are flammable. Avoid eye and skin contact or breathing of vapors. Protective equipment consisting of goggles, gloves, and respiratory protection is required. CAUTION Do not use cleaning solvent MIL-C-38736 on acrylic lacquer, as it may soften finish. d. Dry-cleaning solvent, P-D-680, Type II shall be used for removal of markings on acrylic lacquer surfaces. e. Record inspection results as required by the applicable technical manuals listed in Table 1-1. 1.4. NONDESTRUCTIVE INSPECTION METHODS. 1.4.1. Purpose of Nondestructive Inspection (NDI). Methods used in NDI are those that may be applied to inspect a structure or component to determine its ability to perform its intended function without damaging or causing any change in the characteristics of the structure or component. During manufacture, aircraft components are given in-process and final inspections. The most commonly used methods are magnetic particle and liquid penetrant because these two methods are bulk processes that provide 100 percent inspection coverage, and are highly effective. It is unusual, but possible, for NDI personnel to locate defects that are inherent (associated with the production of the material) or related to the manufacturing operations. It follows that nearly all maintenance nondestructive inspection requirements are to locate defects that have developed during service (i.e., corrosion and corrosion-induced cracking; fatigue cracks; and defects resulting from mechanical damage, improper maintenance, or inappropriate use). It is important that NDI personnel shall be able to distinguish between inherent or in-service defects. A general knowledge of typical sites for in- service defect occurrence and specific knowledge of the mode and location of previous cracking problems for a particular part are relevant. This knowledge will assure that the crack prone areas are identified for inspection and time will not be wasted inspecting areas not subject to in-service cracking. 1-17