spark testing
"Spark testing" is a quick and cost-effective method used primarily in metallurgy to identify ferrous metals or detect material defects by analyzing sparks generated during grinding.
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Definition
C1Metallurgy
(technical)A method for identifying ferrous metals by examining the color, shape, and length of sparks produced when the metal is ground against a wheel.
Example
- The technician used spark testing to quickly identify the unknown metal.
C1Material Inspection
(technical)A nondestructive technique to detect pinholes, cracks, or voids in coatings or materials using a high-voltage spark tester.
Example
- Spark testing revealed several pinholes in the rubber coating.
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