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Crack Detection

Professional Crack Detection & Engine Inspection

At ARA Engine Reconditioning, we specialise in professional crack detection for a wide range of engine components and applications. Our highly qualified technicians use advanced equipment and proven inspection techniques to identify imperfections that may affect the safety, reliability and performance of engine components.

We service engines across a broad range of applications, including cars, marine, construction, locomotive, agricultural and mining vehicles. By accurately identifying cracks and other imperfections, we can determine whether a component can be safely reconditioned or should be replaced, helping you avoid unnecessary repair costs and future engine failures.

Crack detection

Cracks and imperfections are often difficult to identify through visual inspection alone. Our crack detection services use specialised testing equipment to locate hidden defects and determine the structural condition of ferrous engine components.

Why Is Crack Detection Important?

Cracks are an early sign that a component is under excess stress. How a crack is formed will determine their severity, location and overall spread.

Most imperfections are caused by thermal stress, heavy loads, vibrations, metal bending and flexing.

Crack testing is done to find imperfections that pose a risk to the safety and performance of your vehicle. By doing this, we can determine whether an engine part can be reconditioned. This saves us time on trying to fix parts that are destined to fail and better off being replaced.

Not all cracks are visible to the naked eye, therefore, we locate hard-to-find cracks by doing a Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI).

How Do We Test for Cracks?

MPIs are the cheapest, most effective way to find cracks on a ferrous engine part.

Crack detection involves magnetising the part for a few minutes, then applying tiny iron particles over it to see if they attract to any cracks, splits or abnormalities. The particles themselves are fluorescent and easy to see when viewed with an ultraviolet black light.

ARA Engine can perform a crack detection test to determine the condition of many ferrous engine parts. These include crankshafts, camshafts, axles, gears, cylinder heads and more. We can also do off-bench particle inspections for components that are too big for the machine itself.

Crack Detection Experts Delivering Safety, Accuracy & Reliability

ARA Engine have over 30 years of experience performing crack detection and engine reconditioning for many engine types. With our attention to detail and quality customer service, we guarantee to find the right solution for you.

Safe & Non-Destructive Testing

Our crack detection process is designed to identify imperfections without damaging the engine components being inspected.

Advanced Inspection Technology

We use specialised equipment and Magnetic Particle Inspection technology to identify cracks that may not be visible during a standard visual inspection.

Wide Range of Components

Our services are suitable for ferrous engine components of different shapes and sizes, including crankshafts, camshafts, axles, gears and cylinder heads.

30+ Years of Experience

Our experienced technicians combine industry knowledge with careful inspection and attention to detail to determine the most appropriate solution for your engine component.

Magmaster 4000 Crack Detection Equipment

Our Magmaster 4000 crack detection machine provides effective inspection capabilities for large and heavy engine components. The equipment can accommodate crankshafts up to 1750mm in length and weighing up to 300kg.

The machine also incorporates thermal protection and overload functions designed to prevent engine components from being exposed to damaging thermal stress or excessive loading during testing.

This combination of specialist equipment and experienced technicians allows us to carry out detailed crack detection while protecting the components being inspected.

Our Proven Crack Detection Process

From component preparation through to detailed inspection and assessment, our crack detection process is designed to accurately identify imperfections and determine the condition of your engine components.

Component Inspection & Preparation

We assess the engine component and prepare its surface for the crack detection process, ensuring it is suitable for accurate testing.

Magnetic Particle Testing

The component is magnetised and fine fluorescent particles are applied to identify cracks, splits and other abnormalities.

Ultraviolet Inspection

The component is examined under ultraviolet light, allowing fluorescent particles concentrated around imperfections to be clearly identified.

Assessment & Recommendation

Our technicians assess the detected imperfections and advise whether the component can be safely reconditioned or whether replacement should be considered.

Everything You Need to Know About Crack Detection

Have questions about our crack detection services? Explore our frequently asked questions to learn more about Magnetic Particle Inspection, engine component testing and how we identify hidden cracks.

Is Crack Detection Safe?

The Magmaster 4000 can accept crankshafts up to 1750mm in length and 300kg in weight. The machine has a thermal protection overload function, which prevents your engine part from getting damaged by thermal stress or overload.

What is Magnetic Particle Inspection?

Magnetic Particle Inspection is a non-destructive testing method used to identify surface and near-surface imperfections in ferrous engine components.

What engine components can you crack test?

We can inspect a range of ferrous components including crankshafts, camshafts, axles, gears, cylinder heads and other engine components.

Can you detect cracks that cannot be seen visually?

Yes. Magnetic Particle Inspection can help identify imperfections that may not be visible to the naked eye.

Is crack detection safe for engine components?

Yes. The crack detection process is non-destructive and is designed to identify imperfections without damaging the component.

Can you inspect large engine components?

Yes. Our Magmaster 4000 can accommodate crankshafts up to 1750mm long and weighing up to 300kg. We can also perform off-bench particle inspections for components that are too large for the machine.