Leak Testing Concepts
How pressure, vacuum, tracer or observation methods can reveal loss of containment at a high level.
What this topic covers
How pressure, vacuum, tracer or observation methods can reveal loss of containment at a high level.
Core testing ideas
Leak tests answer whether material passes through a boundary under defined conditions.
Sensitivity and suitability depend on the fluid, pressure, geometry and required leak rate.
Pressure and tracer-gas procedures can be hazardous and are intentionally excluded.
Measurement and method limits
Method capability depends on material, geometry, access, surface condition, calibration and operator competence.
Evidence and traceability
Indications require interpretation and comparison with approved acceptance requirements.
Using the result
Hazardous radiation, pressure, chemicals and machine-operation details are intentionally excluded.