Description
            ZL-27A - Post-emulsifiable Fluorescent Penetrant - Level 3
ZL-27A is a highly sensitive, post-emulsifiable fluorescent penetrant designed for inspection using an emulsifier to remove excess penetrant from the surface of the inspection area. ZL-27A is formulated to be impervious to water, providing greater protection during washdown and allowing for greater penetrant buildup in discontinuities for the detection of small defects. To remove ZL-27A penetrant from the surface of an inspection area prior to developer application, a Method D hydrophilic emulsifier, ZR-10B, is required. ZL-27A can be used with ZP-4B dry powder developer, ZP-14A water-soluble developer in a non-agitated tank, ZP-5B water-suspended developer in a stirred tank, or ZP-9F non-aqueous developer. With a UV-A light source, failure indications will appear as a bright yellow-green fluorescence. ZL-27A has a high flash point and is designed for use in open immersion tanks. ZL-27A is included on the SAE AMS 2644 Qualified Product List (QPL) and is approved for use by Pratt & Whitney.
Benefits
- Clear indications
- Resists excessive stripping
- High flash point
- Qualified Product List (QPL) SAE AMS 2644
- Approved for use by Pratt & Whitney
Accordance
- AECL
- AMS 2644
- ASME
- ASTM E1417
- ASTM E165
- BOEING BAC 5423 PSD 6-46 OU 8-4
- BOEING PS-21202
- ISO 3452
- MIL-STD-2132
- MIL-STD-271
- NAVSEA T9074-AS-GIB-010/271
- NBR NM 334
- PETROBRAS N-2370
- PETROBRAS N-1596
- PRATT & WHITNEY PMC 4353
- QPL SAE AMS 2644
Application
| Defect Location | Open to the surface | 
| Ideal Applications | Precision Castings, Precision Forgings, Machined Components | 
| Examples of Defects | Fine cracks, chips, porosity | 
Product Properties
| Flash Point | > 93°C | 
| Density | 930 g/L (7,72 lb./gal.) | 
| Viscosity at 38°C | 9,65 cSt | 
| NPE-free | Yes | 
Usage Recommendations
| NDT Method | Penetrant, fluorescent testing | 
| Type | 1 | 
| Method (s) | B / C / D | 
| Sensitivity Level | 3, high sensitivity | 
| Necessary Equipment | UV light source | 
| Temperature Range | 4 to 52 °C |