Method A
Water Washable
Emulsifier is built in
Fastest and easiest
Best for rough/ porous materials
Method B
Post Emulsifier- lipophilic
Lipo means oil-based
Dwell critical to emulsifier concentration
Proper dwell time usually between 30 seconds to 3 minutes
Method C
Solvent removable
All solvents are in a portable kit
Can be used with a water washable penetrant
Method D
Post emulsifier- hydrophilic
Most sensitive & effective technique