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Blue Etch Anodize
I am interested in learning more about a process called blue etch. Where might I find some information on this?
Derek VanekIndependence, Ohio
Blue Etch Anodize is a Pratt & Whitney very proprietary inspection process for Titanium vanes. It is the only one that I have seen.
James Watts- Navarre, Florida
It is described in AMS2642 and is used in locating manufacturing faults in large Ti parts
David Segletes- Orlando, Florida
Blue Etch Anodize (BEA) is an inspection process for Titanium that is typically required for aircraft critical rotating parts.
Randy Plisnon-destructive testing - South Windsor, Connecticut
I do BEA inspection of aeroparts in England. it is a specific form of inspection as it defines very fine defect or segregation alpha or beta.
John thomas- England
2006
Where could I find info regarding the process of BEA?
Thanks in advance. DM
- Toronto Ontario, Canada
April 22, 2010
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