Metal Bellows Tubing Inspection - InterTest

The aerospace sector emphasizes the importance of precision and quality in each component. Every internal/external surface, joint, and seam must meet rigorous quality standards to ensure the utmost safety and performance of the component. Yateks P+ Series 3.9 mm Dual Camera Video Borescope offers a cutting-edge solution for aerospace metal bellows tubing inspection applications. This state-of-the-art borescope is designed to provide high-quality visual inspection, making it an indispensable tool for aerospace professionals.

A Personal Customer

An aerospace customer had metal bellows tubing, which plays a critical role isolating and protecting joined components in fluid management systems. To ensure metal bellows meet quality standards, thorough inspections are necessary.

Video: Footage from the Yateks P+ 3.9 mm OD Dual View Video Borescope inspecting ½” inner diameter metal bellows tubing

Front View Camera

The user starts their inspection with the front view camera. This perspective allows them to perform a quick, yet thorough, inspection of the entire part. As they navigate through the bellows, they meticulously look for any major defects, such as dents, scratches, stretched areas, or debris. The front view camera is particularly advantageous for this step because it provides a broad view and enables the user to swiftly and accurately position the borescope for further detailed inspection.

Side View Camera

Next, the user transitions to the side view camera, offering a close-up look at the weld seams inside the metal bellows. This step is crucial for assessing the quality of the welds. They carefully examine for any signs of cracked welds, incomplete penetration, gas inclusions, or other potential defects. The side view camera’s ability to provide a detailed inspection of the bellows’ walls is invaluable in identifying these issues.

 

Yateks P+ Series Borescope with Dual View inspecting Metal Bellows - InterTest

 

Image: The Yateks P+ Series Dual View can switch between forward and side direction-of-views to inspect the intricate tube wall surfaces of the metal bellows.

Superior Features for Precision and Documentation

The Yateks P+ Series Video Borescope features an easy-to-read 8” touch screen and high-resolution imaging, making the inspection process straightforward and effective. Users can record their inspections and capture photos of any defects found, ensuring thorough documentation. The capability to snap photos while recording videos is particularly beneficial for quality assurance, allowing for precise and comprehensive documentation of the inspection process.

Ensuring Excellence in the Aerospace Industry

In an industry with some of the most stringent quality requirements, the Yateks P+ Series Video Borescope proves to be an essential tool. By enabling detailed and accurate inspections, it helps ensure that every part meets the high standards necessary for aerospace applications.

Responsible for setting these demanding quality requirments is expert ASNT committees. The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) is a society promoting the advancement of nondestructive testing (NDT) knowledge, providing education certification, and resources for NDT professionals. 

ASNT hosts an annual conference inviting industry leaders to actively participate and contribute to the development of nondestructive testing equipment and practices. Visit the ASNT website or join us at ASNT 2024 in Las Vegas from October 21-24th. 

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