How To Select The Ideal Leak Testing Method For Your Application

By Brian Pahl

Every application and production process has its own demands and requirements when it comes to leak detection. In different industries, different standards are set in terms of quality control and maximum leak rates. Therefore, it is crucial to select the best leak detection method for every single application.

Within the last years, significant advances were made in the electronic leak testing technology, using either air or a tracer gas. New techniques, improved sensitivity and faster test cycles – all of these technical evolutions have increased the quality and reliability of the different leak testing methods. We present the pros and cons of these methods and their suitability for different leak detection applications as well as professional advice on selection criteria.