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Radiography (X-Ray) Inspection Services

Laboratory Testing Inc. provides computed and film radiography inspection services through its Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Department, which performs ultrasonic testing, hydrostatic pressure testing, magnetic particle inspection, liquid penetrant testing, and visual inspection. These nondestructive testing services are PRI/Nadcap accredited and are performed according to strict quality procedures to ensure reliable results. LTI’s nondestructive testing technicians are certified to ASNT SNT-TC-1A, NAS410/MIL-STD-410, MIL-STD-2132, and Pratt & Whitney PWA-NDTQ. Certified NDT Level II and Level III technicians evaluate all test results.

LTI Radiography Capabilities

Test Summary

Processes – Computed radiography (digital) and conventional radiography (film)
Products Tested – Solid materials
Size Limitations – Small (cabinet radiography) to large (20 x 20 ft. room)
Material Thickness – X-ray equipment can penetrate varying thicknesses

Standards

ASME
ASTM E94
ASTM E1030
ASTM E1742
MIL-STD-271
MIL-STD-453
NAV-C
PED

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Radiography Inspection Services at LTI

Industrial radiographic testing (RT), or radiographic inspection/examination, uses X-rays to penetrate the surface of products or materials to view the internal structure and verify structural integrity. LTI performs radiographic inspection on many solid products and materials, including large and small metal and plastic test pieces. Our lab has the equipment to perform computed radiography (CR or “digital”) and conventional radiography (XR) using film to evaluate X-ray images.

While these radiography testing processes are the same, they differ in the type of output produced. Conventional radiography creates a permanent visible film record and meets the specification requirements for specific industries such as aerospace and defense. Computed radiography provides the digital equivalent of the conventional X-ray film, with the advantages of easy sharing and storage of images. These digital images may be rotated for orientation, lightened, or darkened to view different thicknesses in a test sample and support high-detail magnification.

At LTI, our NDT-certified technicians perform nearly all X-ray inspections in our large-capacity 20 ft. x 20 ft. radiography vault but also work with a cabinet camera for small products. Customers send materials in various shapes and sizes for X-ray inspection, including castings, weldments, machined parts, and electronic components. Our high-capacity forklifts and cranes safely handle materials weighing up to three tons, and our X-ray equipment can penetrate up to a few inches of steel.

Radiography Uses

Defect Detection

Industrial X-ray inspection of solid materials and products, also called industrial radiography or radiographic testing (RT), is a very effective method of uncovering subsurface defects. Laboratory Testing Inc. offers two types of industrial radiography to meet industry standards, specifications, and customer preferences.

X-Ray Inspection

X-ray inspection can reveal hidden voids and defects in various solid materials, including metal, plastic, composites, silicone, and rubber. Radiography is a nondestructive testing (NDT) method and will not harm the test piece. The processes and imaging equipment used to perform both conventional and computed radiography are similar, yet their output differs – each with its advantages.

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LTI has a long history of providing high-accuracy radiography inspection services to customers in many lines of business. Reach out to discuss how we can help you today.

I cannot thank you and your team enough for giving our needs your top attention. Thanks to the preliminary reports we received from you this morning, we were able to get the approval we needed in time.

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Laboratory Testing Inc. has the capacity and capabilities to handle all your material testing needs in a single location. Since 1984, we’ve aided customers worldwide with accurate nondestructive testing and precise material lab services. Request a quote or contact us today to see how our industry-leading turnaround times can keep your mission-critical approvals moving forward.

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