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Éprouvette criquée HOFFMANN (PSM-5)

Aluminum block with surface defects, divided into two parts for sensitivity comparison between different penetrant testing ranges or between new and in-service products. Compliant with ASTM, MIL, and ASME standards.

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You can contact us by email at infosof@sofranel.com or by phone at ‪+33 (0)1 39 13 82 36‬.

Industries & Applications

Stainless steel test block equivalent to the PSM-5 panel and compliant with Pratt & Whitney specification TAM 146040. Allows overall performance control of an in-service penetrant inspection system according to aerospace standards.

ADVANTAGES

  • Quality and precision of star indications
  • Narrow and uniform defect width
  • Accurate sizing of star diameters
  • Long-lasting defect durability
  • Easy to clean
  • Approved and recognized by nearly all aerospace prime contractors

COMPLIANCE & APPROVALS

The HOFFMAN test block includes a serial number and is delivered with a certificate of compliance to TAM 146040 and a calibration certificate (defect sizing and surface roughness Ra/Rz). A label indicating the diameter of each star is affixed to the transparent storage box. On request, SOFRANEL also provides a reference photo produced according to the customer's specific system and products (contact us).
APPROVALS COMPLIANCE
Pratt & Whitney Pratt & Whitney Aircraft Drawing Specification No. 146040, issue 2016
Airbus General Electric P3TF2 (§5.4.1 & 10.1 / Rev.$29)
Safran ASTM E-1417 §7.8.3.1
General Electric RRES90061
Delta Airlines MIL-STD-6866, §5.8.3, 33B-11
PCC NAVAIR 01-1A-16 and TM43-0103
Rolls Royce

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