CGF Pre-shipment inspection for graphite electrode

Are you importing graphite electrodes from China for steelmaking, metallurgy and EDM industry? CGF INSPECTION offers reliable pre-shipment quality control to avoid non-conforming goods and reduce overseas project losses.

✅ 1. Quantity & Dimension Inspection

Count finished graphite electrodes against order quantity; Measure overall length, outer diameter, hole depth and tolerance strictly as per technical drawings.

✅ 2. Weight Verification

Check single electrode net weight with calibrated weighing equipment; Verify weight consistency to prevent material shortage.

✅ 3. Visual Surface Appearance Check

Inspect surface cracks, pores, chipping, dents, scratches, foreign impurities; Check end face flatness; Reject products with severe graphite block defects.

✅ 4. Thread & Nipple Matching Test (Critical Item)

Inspect internal thread integrity, no broken teeth or deformation; Carry out screw matching test between electrode and nipples to guarantee smooth assembly on site.

✅ 5. Physical & Label Marking Audit

Check product grade marking (HP, UHP, RP graphite electrode), batch number, specification printing; Verify customer required logos and identification codes.

✅ 6. Packaging & Protection Inspection

Check end cap protection, plastic wrapping, wooden pallet fixing; Inspect rainproof measures for sea transportation; Verify outer shipping marks.

✅ 7. Custom AQL Standard Execution

Follow customer specified AQL sampling standard; Conduct random sampling for laboratory physical index spot check on demand.

After inspection, you will receive a detailed English QC report with inspection photos and clear pass/fail conclusion.

Reduce shipment risks with professional graphite electrode pre-shipment inspection from CGF Inspection China.