Definitions for "Magnaflux"
A special chemical process, used to check parts for cracks.
Short for "magnetic particle inspection." A procedure for checking all steel parts: suspension pieces, connecting rods, cylinder heads, etc.: for cracks and other defects utilizing a solution of metal particles and fluorescent dye and a black light. Surface cracks will appear as red lines.
The process of using a special electromagnet and magnetic powder to detect cracks in iron which may be invisible to the naked eye.