What is a common consequence of using an incompatible developer with penetrant?

Using an incompatible developer with a penetrant commonly results in reduced visibility of indications. This occurs because different developers have varying chemical properties, and when a developer is not suited to a particular penetrant, it may not effectively draw the penetrant out of surface defects. As a result, indications that might otherwise be visible may either appear faint or may not appear at all.

The interaction between the penetrant and the developer is crucial; if they do not work well together, the effectiveness of the flaw detection process can be compromised. Incompatible developers can interact poorly with the penetrant, leading to poor contrast or insufficient development of the indications, which detracts from the overall quality of the inspection results.

Understanding the compatibility between the penetrant and the developer is essential for ensuring optimal visibility of defects, making the selection of the correct developer vital for achieving accurate assessment in liquid penetrant testing.