BS EN ISO 5577:2017

What is ISO 5577 on Ultrasonic testing about? 

ISO 5577 is an international standard that covers vocabulary for non-destructive testing.  

ISO 5577 defines the terms used in ultrasonic non-destructive testing and forms a common basis for standards and general use.  

ISO 5577 specifies technicalities like terms related to frequencies, waves, and pulses, terms related to sound, terms related to test equipment, and ultrasonic testing. 

Note 1: ISO 5577 does not cover terms used in ultrasonic testing with phased arrays. 

Who is ISO 5577 on Ultrasonic testing for? 

ISO 5577 on ultrasonic testing is useful for entities dealing with: 

• Manufacturers and suppliers of ultrasonic testing devices 
• Dealers and distributors of ultrasonic testing devices 
• Laboratories conducting ultrasonic testing  
• Researchers and developers of ultrasonic testing devices 

Why should you use ISO 5577 on Ultrasonic testing? 

Non-destructive testing is a test method used in various applications to verify and determine the properties of a material, component, structure, or system for characteristic differences or for any faults and discontinuities without causing any damage to the material/ system. 

ISO 5577 serves the purpose of defining the terminology for various aspects relevant to non-destructive, ultrasonic testing techniques such as terms related to frequencies, waves, pulses, sound, and test equipment. 

The users of ISO 5577 can exchange important information related to non-destructive ultrasonic testing anywhere around the globe with ease. It helps you to extend your businesses worldwide by conveying valuable data in a very effective manner to the consumers.