Common Eddy Current Testing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Eddy current testing is one of the most reliable nondestructive examination (NDE) methods used across power plants, manufacturing facilities, refineries, and industrial processing plants. It provides fast, accurate insights into tube integrity, surface defects, corrosion, and cracks—without disassembling equipment. But despite its effectiveness, mistakes in setup, calibration, or interpretation can lead to missed defects, false positives, or inconclusive results. At American Efficiency Services (AES) , our certified technicians use industry-leading eddy current systems to deliver precise analysis for heat exchangers, condensers, chillers, and other critical assets. To help you improve the accuracy of your inspections, here are the most common eddy current testing mistakes—and how to avoid them. 1. Improper Calibration of the Eddy Current Equipment Calibration is one of the most crucial steps in eddy current testing. If calibration is skipped or poorly executed, the system may ...