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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION

DESCRIPTION

PAGE

1.0

PURPOSE

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2.0

SCOPE

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3.0

REFERENCES...........................................................

4.0

DEFINITIONS

..........................................................

5.0

PROCEDURES ..........................................................

5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.7
5.8
5.9
5.10
5.11
5.12
5.13
5.14

Surface preparation.........................................
Couplant..........................................................
Ultrasonic equipment.......................................
Search Unit......................................................
Calibration........................................................
Rate of Search Unit Movement........................
Technique.........................................................
Sensitivity Level................................................
Transfer Loss....................................................
Qualification of Personnel.................................
Interpretation and Evaluation............................
Method of Defect Sizing....................................
Acceptance Criteria...........................................
Reports..............................................................

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10
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6.0

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS...................................................

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7.0

RECORDS...............................................................................

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Detail of Ultrasonic Scanning Technique For

Non Tubular Connection..
DETAIL II
Detail of Ultrasonic Scanning Technique For
Tubular Connection..
APPENDICES.....................................................................................
DETAIL I

Attachment
Attachment
Attachment
Attachment

I: UT Report for Lamination Check................................

2: UT Report for Complete Weld.....................................
3: Details OF Defect Findings...........................................
4: Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Performance Check..............

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1.0

PURPOSE

1.1

This procedure describes general requirement and techniques for the ultrasonic Ascan examination on fusion welded joint of ferritic steels for structural groove welds
and TKY joints.

1.2

This procedure utilizes angle beam or straight beam or both, depending upon the
specific weld configuration.

1.3

To establish the method of recording the result of ultrasonic inspection.

2.0

SCOPE
This procedure covers the personnel qualification, equipment, surface preparation,
instrument calibration, scanning technique, defect sizing, location and interpretation of
ultrasonic examination.

3.0

REFERENCES
The following codes and standards shall form parts of the requirement of this
procedure.
API RP 2X

: Recommended Practice For Ultrasonic and Magnetic

Examination Of Offshore Fabrication and Guidelines For
Qualificatoin of Technicians

4.0

ASME V

: Non Destructive Examination Article 4 & 5 (2007 Edition).

ASME E 164

: Practice for Ultrasonic Contact Examination of Weldments.

ASTM A435

: Specification for Straight Beam Ultrasonic Examination of

DEFINITIONS
NDT
UT
PCN
ASNT
ASME
ASTM
CSWIP
DAC

:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:

Non-destructive Testing.
Ultrasonic Testing.
Personnel Certification in Non-Destructive Testing.
American Society for Non Destructive Testing.
American Society of Mechanical Engineer.
American Society for Testing and Materials.
Certification Scheme of Welding and Inspection Personnel.
Distance Amplitude Curve.

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5.0

PROCEDURES

5.1

Surface Preparation
All scanning surface shall be free from loose scale, weld spatter, dirt and shall be of
sufficient uniform contour and smoothness that satisfactory acoustic coupling can be
maintained.

5.2

Couplant
A couplant material shall be used between the search unit and the test material. The
couplant shall be a liquid, gel or paste medium suitable for the application and
compatible with the material under test.
The maximum surface temperature when using conventional probe and couplants
shall not exceed 50C.

5.3

Ultrasonic Equipment
5.3.1

5.4

Olympus Panametrics - NDT Model Epoch LTC or XT Ultrasonic Flaw

Detector, or Krautkramer Ultrasonic Flaw Detector model USK7S, or
Panametric - Epoch II Ultrasonic Flaw Detector, or Sonatest Ultrasonic Flaw
Detector model Sitescan 130 or its equivalent.

Search Unit
Straight Beam Probe :

5.5

5.4.1

Longitudinal wave Straight beam, search unit (probe) transducers may be

single crystal or double crystal transducers. The frequency of transducers
shall be within 2 MHz to 5 MHz and the size shall be within 10mm and
25mm diameter.

5.4.2

Angle Beam Probe

Shear wave ; Angle beam search unit (probe) transducers shall have
frequency within 2 MHz to 5 MHz and size of 8 mm x 9mm. Probe angle
shall be 45 degree, 60 degree and 70 degree with plus or minus 2 degree.

Calibration
5.5.1

Instrument Calibration
5.5.1.1

Linearity of amplifier
The ultrasonic equipment use shall have linear vertical
presentation within 5% of the full screen height for 20% to 80%
of the calibrated screen height.

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5.5.1.2

5.5.2

Linearity of Time Base

The ultrasonic equipment use shall have linearity of the time base
within 2% over the whole range, i.e the echoes do not deviate by
more than 2% of the time base range from their true position,
otherwise recalibration of set is required.

Calibration of search unit

5.5.2.1

Angle beam calibration.

The calibration shall provide the following measurement:
a)
Sweep range calibration
b)
Index Point
c)
Sensitivity

5.5.2.2

Straight Beam Calibration

The calibration shall provide the following measurement:
a)
Sweep range calibration
b)
Sensitivity
The calibration of search unit should be made using VI Block or
V2 Block. The frequency of calibration shall be performed daily or
prior to perform any testing.

5.5.2.3

Calibration and Reference Block

The reference block used for equipment calibration shall be as
follows:
a)
b)
c)

IIW VI Calibration Block

IIW V2 Calibration Block
The Welding Institute U.K (I.O.W) Beam profile with
BS4331 : Part 3

5.5.2.4

Equipment performance check shall be carried out weekly.

Record shall be filed for KPOC for review (Attachment 4)

5.5.2.5

Recalibration of UT equipment shall be made after change of

operators, each 30 minutes maximum time interval, or when the
electrical circuitry is disturbed in anyway including when there is
transducer change, battery cable change and power failure.

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Fig 5.5 Distance Calibration of time base Block

Fig 5.5.1: IIW V1 Block

200

1.5
91

100

100

perspex

100

50

25

300
Fig 5.5.2: IIW V2 Block

25
50
1.5

Note: All units in mm

75

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5.6

Rate of Search unit movement

The rate of search unit (probe) movement for examination shall not exceed 6 in/sec.
Each pass of the search unit shall overlap a minimum of 10% of the transducer
dimension perpendicular to the direction of the scan.

5.7

Technique
Ultrasonic Flaw Detection shall be pulse echo straight beam or angle beam or both
with depend on joint figuration and shall be used contact method with A-scan
presentation.

Test Coverage
5.7.1

Parent Metal Examination

Prior to examine the actual weld joint, the adjacent base metal shall be
Ultrasonic scan in order to:
a)
b)

Detect or locate any imperfections such as laminations or tears which

might affect interpretation of angle beam results,
To establish the material thickness for angle beam examination.

Where imperfections are detected their location and area shall be recorded.
Ultrasonic scanning shall be examined by the pulse echo technique using
straight beam probe and scanning procedure shall be in accordance to Detail
1A.
5.7.2

Weld Metal Examination

The weld metal may be examined with the straight beam probe and angle
beam probes. The beam angle selected shall be such that the beam travels
inside the weld in a favourable direction for detection of discontinuities.
a)
Weld scan for longitudinal imperfections
Scanning shall be performed with the angle beam directed at
approximate right angle to the weld axis. The probe shall be manipulated
(i.e swivel scan or orbital scan) so that the ultrasonic energy passes
through the required volume of weld and adjacent base metal.
b)

Weld scan for transverse imperfections

Scanning shall be performed with the angle beam directed essentially
parallel to the weld axis. The probe shall be manipulated (i.e swivel scan
or orbital scan) so that the ultrasonic energy passes through the required
volume of weld and adjacent base metal.
Detail scanning procedures and probe selection for each specific weld
configuration shall refer to Detail 1B.

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5.8

Sensitivity Level
5.8.1

Examination on Parent Metal

Straight beam probe: The examination sensitivity shall be established such
that the 1st Back Wall Echo (BWE) is at 80% Full Screen Height (FSH).

5.8.2

Examination on Weld Metal

The sensitivity level may be established from attenuation lost throughout the
range of sound path to be used by distance amplitude correction curves as
below:
Straight Beam & Angle Beam: The examination of basic sensitivity shall be
established at 80% of full screen height (FSH) target on 1.5mm side drilled
hole. The distance amplitude correction (DAC) curve shall be constructed by
utilizing the higher responses from side drilled hole reflectors. The DAC graph
for sensitivity level shall consist of 100% DAC, and 50% DAC (-6 dB).
Standard sensitivity for examination of production weld using amplitude
technique shall be: basic sensitivity + distance amplitude correction + transfer
correction.
100%FSH

80% FSH

100% DAC

50% DAC

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

Fig 5.8.3: Distance Amplitude Correction Curve

5.9

Transfer Loss
5.9.1

There is a difference in instrument sensitivity between the reference block and

test component due to test surface roughness, contact area, component
temperature and acoustical attenuation characteristic. A correction in
instrument sensitivity is required to compensate for these differences and is
described below.

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5.9.1.1

Use two angle beam probes of the same type. One acting as
transmitter and the other as receiver.

5.9.1.2

Placed at the probes in-tandem on the reference block at one

skip distance and maximize the signal to 75%. Note down the
gain (dB).

5.9.1.3

Mark on the screen or on a graphical paper the peak of the

maximized signal.

5.9.1.4

Reposition the probes to achieve peak signal at two-skip

distance. Repeat step (5.9.1.3) and joint the two points to obtain
line R.

5.9.1.5

On the surface of test component, carry out step (5.9.1.2) and at

the same time dB gain. Increase or decrease the signal where
the peak is on line R and note down the gain (dB) difference.

5.9.1.6

The difference in dB gain of the instrument in steps (5.9.1.2) and

(5.9.1.5) is the transfer correction and has to be added or
subtracted during sizing of defects.

(Transmitter)
Fixed

Receiver
(position 1)

Receiver
(position 2)

75%

50%

25%

1 Skip
2 Skip

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5.10

Qualification of Personnel
5.10.1 Ultrasonic operators shall be qualified to CSWIP 3.1, 3.2 & 3.9 or PCN Level II
Document showing evidence about the UT Operator Qualification shall be
submitted for approval.
5.10.2 Ultrasonic operators qualified SNT-TC-1A Level II shall be demonstrate their
ability throughout practical, mock up test conducted by contractor and
approved by Client.

5.11

Interpretation and Evaluation

5.11.1 The type of discontinuities will be evaluated base on following characteristic: -

5.12

5.11.1.1

Height and pattern of the echo (A-Scan)

5.11.1.2

The location of the discontinuity.

5.11.1.3

The length of discontinuities.

Method of defect sizing

The size of the reflectors shall be estimated by 6 dB drop for the length of defects and
20 dB for the width of defect. Other methods of sizing such as maximum amplitude
techniqued may also be used for sizing(DAC reference).

5.13

Acceptance Criteria
Limitation of imperfections shall be evaluated as in the following code and standards.
For weldments:
API RP 2X Level C
For padeyes and lifting padeyes:
API RP 2X Level A
Discontinuities interpreted as cracks shall be unacceptable regardless length and
indication amplitudes
For laminations:
ASTM A435:
Specification for Straight Beam Ultrasonic Examination of Steel
Plate.
Acceptable laminar discontinuities within 100mm of weld areas shall be recorded.

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5.14

Reports
The ultrasonic test reports shall consist of the following information. :

Procedure use
Ultrasonic Examination Equipment
UT Personnel and level of qualification
Calibration Data
Identification and location of test area.
Map or record of indication detected or areas.
Date of examination.
Basic calibration block used.
Surface condition
Probe frequency

The format of the Ultrasonic Examination Reports is shown in the attachment. Reports
shall be accompanied with sketches of part being tested and location of indication, if
any. Welds found unacceptable shall be repaired and retested by the same ultrasonic
testing technique with results tabulated on additional report form with R1 or R2
prefixed in the same report number.

6.0

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
The use of corner reflector for distance calibrator is not acceptable

7.0

RECORDS
All rejectable and acceptable discontinuities having more than half (6 dB) of the
amplitude at standard sensitivity level shall be reported in the Ultrasonic Examination
Report.

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DETAIL I

DETAIL OF ULTRASONIC SCANNING TECHNIQUE FOR

NON TUBULAR CONNECTIONS
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------A.

PARENT METAL EXAMINATION

1.0

The parent metal shall be examined manually by the pulse echo technique
using a compressional single or twin crystal normal probe. Probe size and
frequency shall be within 10mm to 25mm diameter and 2 MHz to 2.5 MHz.

2.0

The scanning sensitivity shall be set on the parent metal in an area free from
imperfection such that the second back wall echo (BWE) is displayed at full
screen height (100% FSH).

3.0

The parent metal shall be scanned to and fro from weld toe or fusion line to
distance of five time wall thickness (5t). Scanning may be done by zig-zag
pattern with 10% overlap and speed not more than 6 in/sec.

4.0

Any discontinuity indication that cause total loss of second back wall echo
(BWE) reflection shall be investigated. The location, depth and size of
discontinuity area shall be recorded.

Normal probe

Figure A1: Ultrasonic Scanning Technique on Parent

5.0

Acceptance Criteria refer to ASTM A435

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B. WELD EXAMINATION
1.0

The weld shall be examined manually by the pulse echo technique using
shear ware probe and compressional wave probe. Probe size and frequency
for angle probe should be 8mm x 9mm crystal size and 2 MHz to 5 MHz, while
normal probe size and frequency should within 10mm to 25mm diameter and 2
MHz to 5 MHz.

2.0

Standard sensitivity for the examination of weld shall be: Basic sensitivity +
distance amplitude correction. While scanning sensitivity shall be standard
sensitivity plus (+) scanning levels as below table.
Scanning Levels
Sound Path ** in in. (mm)
Through 2-1/2 (64mm)
> 2-1/2 through 5 (64-127mm)
> 5 through 10 (127-254mm)
> 10 through 15 (254-381mm)

Above Zero Reference,

db
14
19
29
39

Each weld discontinuity shall be accepted or rejected on the basis of its

indication rating and its length, in accordance with API RP 2X.All discontinuity
which are rejectable need to be recorded on the test report. Acceptable
discontinuities that are within 6db, inclusive of the minimum rejectable rating
shall be recorded on the test report.
3.0

Scanning Technique
3.1

The testing angle and scanning technique shall be in accordance with

those shown in table 3.1.1

3.2

All butt joint welds shall be tested from each side of the weld axis.
Corner and T-Joint weld shall be primarily tested from one side of the
weld axis only. All welds shall be tested using the applicable scanning
pattern shown in figure B1 as necessary to detect both longitudinal and
transverse flaws.
It is intended that, as a minimum, all welds be tested by passing sound
through the entire column of the weld and heat-affected zone in two
crossing direction, wherever practical.

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Weld Axis

Pattern D

Pattern E

Movement A

Movement C
Movement B
Notes :
1. Testing patterns are all symmetrical around the weld axis with the exception of pattern
D which is conducted directly over the weld axis.
2. Testing from both sides of the weld axis is to be made wherever mechanically
possible.
Figure B1 Plan View of UT Scanning Patterns

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Weld
Type

(8.0)
to
(38.1)

>38.1
to
(44.5)

IG
or F
4

IG
O F
r
5

Butt

T-

F
O
r
X
F

F
O
r
X
F

F
O
r
X
F

*
6
or
7

F
or
XF

F
O
r
X
F

IG
O
r
4

F
O
r
X
F

IG F
or O
5 r
X
F

6
or
7

F
or
XF

IG 1*
O *
r
4

IG P
or 1
3 O
r
P
3

6
or
7

P3

Corner

Electrog
as&
Electrosl
ag

Table 3.1.1
Material Thickness. in. (mm)
>44.5
>63.5
>88.9
114.3
to
to
to
to
(63.5) (88.9) (114.3) (127.0
)

>127
to
(165.1)

*
8
or
1
0

1
0

8
or
1
0

1
1
or
1
5

F
or
X
F
F
O
r
X
F

P
3

165.1
to
7(177.
8)

*
9
or
1
1

1
1

9
or
1
1

1
1
or
1
5

*
1
2
or
1
3

F
or
X
F

F
1
or 3
XF or
1
4

F
or
X
F

1
1
or
1
5

*
12

F
Or 1
XF 3

P3

177.8
to
8(203)

P
3

11
or
15
**

P3

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Receiver
Face A

x
Transmit

x
Face A

X
Face A

E
Face B
Face B
Face B
BUTT JOINT

CORNER JOINT

T-JOINT
Face A

PITCH-AND-CATCH
Ground Flush

Top
Quarter70
Middle Half -70
Bottom

1. Where possible, all examinations shall be made from Face A and in Leg 1, unless
otherwise specified in this Table.
2. Root areas of single groove weld joints which have backing not requiring removal by
contract, shall be tested in Leg 1, where possible, with Face A being that opposite the
backing. (Grinding of the weld face or testing from additional weld faces may be
necessary to permit complete scanning of the weld root.)
3. Examination in Leg II or III shall be made only to satisfy provisions of this table or when
necessary to test weld areas made inaccessible by an unground weld surface, or
interference with other portions of the weldment, or to meet the requirements of 4.2.
4. A maximum of Leg III shall be used only where thickness or geometry prevents
scanning of complete weld areas and heat affected zones in Leg 1 or Legg II
5. On tension welds in cyclically loaded structures, the top quarter of thickness shall be
tested with the final leg of sound progressing from Face B toward Face A, the bottom
quarter of thickness shall be tested with the final leg of sound progressing from Face A
toward Face B, i.e the top quarter of thickness shall be tested either from Face A in Leg II
or from Face B in Leg I at the contractors option, unless specified in the contract
documents.
6. The weld face indicated shall be ground flush before using procedure IG, 6, 8, 9, 12, 14
or 15. Face A for both connected members shall be in the same place.

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3.1.1 Legend
_____________________________________________________________________________
X
Check from Face C
G
Grind weld face flush
O
Not required
A Face
the face of the material from which the initial scanning is done (on T
and corner joints, follow
above sketches)
B Face
opposite the A face (same plate)
C Face
the face opposite the weld on the connecting member or a T-or corner
joint
*
Required only where display reference height indication of
discontinuity
is noted at the weld metal-base metal interface while searching at
scanning level with primary procedures selected form first column.
**
Use 15in. (380mm) or 20 in. (510mm) screen distance calibration
P
Pitch and catch shall be conducted for further discontinuity
evaluation in only
the middle half of the material thickness with only 45 deg or 70 deg
transducers of equal specification, both facing the weld. (Transducers
must be held in a fixture to control positioning-see sketch). Amplitude
calibration for pitch and catch is normally made by calibrating a single
search unit. When switching to dual search units for pitch and catch
inspection, there should be assurance that this calibration does not
change as a result of instrument variables.
F
Weld metal-base metal interface indications shall be further evaluated
with
either 70 deg, 60 deg or 45 deg transducer-whichever sound path is
nearest to being perpendicular to the suspected fusion surface.

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Procedure Legend
No
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

Top Quarter
70
60
45
60
45
70G A
60B
70G A
70G A
60B
45B
70G A
45B
70G A
70G A

Area of weld thickness

Middle Half
Bottom quarter
70
70
60
60
45
45
70
70
70
70
70
60
70
60
60
60
60
45
60
60
70**
45
45
70G B
45
45
45
45
70A B
70G B

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DETAIL II :

DETAIL OF ULTRASONIC SCANNING TECHNIQUE FOR TUBULAR

CONNECTION
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1.0

Component

Material Thickness:

Ultrasonic Thickness measurement and lamination

check with compressional (0 degree) probe.
2.0mm and above

Joint Preparation N.A

i.

Test surface shall be clean and smooth. Filing or light grinding (if
permitted) should be carried out on pitted surface. Paint work shall be
removed for thickness gauging.

ii.

Apply thin layer of couplant on the test point and place the probe over
the couplant. Press the probe lightly and evenly onto the test surface.

iii.

Maximised the signal to get a stable reading. Twist the probe lightly if
stable signal could not be achieved.

iv.

Record down the reading with sketch. For lamination check, at least
two signals which indicate the wall thickness should be seen.

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2.0

Component

Tubular butt welds, scanning from both sides of

weldments
and from one face of parent metal.

Material
Thickness
Joint Preparation

: 8 mm and above
:

Single Vee or Bevel, with or without back welding or

backing strip.

Inspection Sequence:
i.

0 degree Probe scan until 2 skips distance from weld centre line from both
side of welds.

ii.

Root Scan as per section 5.7.2

iii.

With appropriate angle probes, scan the whole volume of the weld.

iv.

If transverse defect is detected and accurate sizing is required, grind flush the
weld cap and scan with 0 degree probes and appropriate angle probes from
flushed area. (Longitudinal Scan).

v.

Minimum scanning level Primary Reference Level plus 6 dB.

vi.

Defect sizing shall be carried out at Primary Reference Level.

vii.

Acceptance Criteria as per section 5.13

viii.

All defective area shall be marked, with cross section of defective weld
marked adjacent to defective area.

ix.

All scanning limitation shall be reported.

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3.0

Component

Butt Welds Scanning from both sides and faces of the

weldments and parent metal.

Material
Thickness

8 mm and above

Joint
:
Single or double Vee/Bevel without backing strip.
Preparation
Inspection Sequence

i.

0 degree Probe- scan until 2 skips distance from weld centre line from both
sides of weld.

ii.

Root Scan as per Section 5.7.2

iii.

With appropriate angle probes, scan the whole volume of the weld.

iv.

If transverse defect is detected and accurate sizing is required, grind flush the
weld cap and scan with 0 degree probes and appropriate angle probes from
flushed area. (Longitudinal Scan).

v.

Minimum scanning level Primary Reference Level plus 6 dB.

vi.

Defect sizing shall be carried out at Primary Reference Level.

vii.

Acceptance Criteria as per section 5.13

viii.

All defective areas shall be marked, with cross section of defective weld
adjacent to defective area.

ix.

All scanning limitation shall be reported.

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4.0

Component

Full Penetration T-Joint-Scanning from both faces.

Material
Thickness

8mm and above

Joint
Preparation

Single/Double Bevel
FACE A
0

FACE B

If accessible

FACE A

Inspection Sequence:
i.

0 degree Probe Scan until one skip distance from edge of weld on face A. If
accessible, scan from face B for laminar tearing and lack of fusion.

ii.

Root scan as per Section 5.7.2. Then scan the whole volume of weld with
other appropriate angle probes.

iii.

Minimum scanning level Primary Reference Level plus 6dB.

iv.

Defect sizing shall be carried out at Primary Reference Level.

v.

Acceptance Criteria as per section 5.13

vi.

All defective areas shall be marked, with cross section of defective weld
marked adjacent to defective area.

vii.

All scanning limitation shall be reported.

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5.0

Component

Full Penetration T-Joint-Scanning from both faces.

Material
Thickness

8 mm and above

Joint
Preparation

Single/Double Bevel

Inspection Sequence:
i.

0 degree Probe Scan until one skip distance from edge of weld on face A. If
accessible, scan from face B for laminar tearing and lack of fusion.

ii.

Root scan as per Section 5.7.2. Then scan the whole volume of weld with
other appropriate angle probes.

iii.

Minimum scanning level Primary Reference Level plus 6dB.

iv.

Defect sizing shall be carried out at Primary Reference Level.

v.

Acceptance Criteria as per section 5.13

vi.

All defective areas shall be marked, with cross section of defective weld
marked adjacent to defective area.

vii.

All scanning limitation shall be reported.

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6.0

Component

T and K-Joint-Scanning from external surface of stub only.

Material
Thickness

8 mm and above

Joint
Preparation

Single Bevel

Inspection Sequence:
i.

0 degree Probe Scan until one skip distance from edge of weld on face A. If
accessible, scan from face B for lamellar tearing and lack of fusion.

ii.

Root scan as per Section 5.7.2. Then scan the whole volume of weld with
other appropriate angle probes.

iii.

Minimum scanning level Primary Reference Level plus 6dB.

iv.

Defect sizing shall be carried out at Primary Reference Level.

v.

Due to the curvature of the stub, small diameter probes shall be used. All
indication, high or low amplitude, within testing range shall be carefully
evaluated.

vi.

Acceptance Criteria as per section 5.13

vii.

All defective areas shall be marked, with cross section of defective weld
marked adjacent to defective area.

viii.

All scanning limitation shall be reported.

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7.0

Component

Y- Joint scanning from external surface of stub.

Material
Thickness

8 mm and above

Joint
Preparation

Single Bevel

Inspection Sequence:
i.

0 degree Probe Scan until two skip distance on face of stub.

ii.

Root scan as per Section 5.7.2. Then scan the whole volume of weld with
other appropriate angle probes.

iii.

Minimum scanning level Primary Reference Level plus 6dB.

iv.

Defect sizing shall be carried out at Primary Reference Level.

v.

Due to the curvature of the stub, small diameter probes shall be used. All
indication, high or low amplitude, within testing range shall be carefully
evaluated.

vi.

Acceptance Criteria as per section 5.13

vii.

All defective areas shall be marked, with cross section of defective weld
marked adjacent to defective area.
All scanning limitation shall be reported.

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Attachment 1 UT Lamination Check Report

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Attachment 2 Ultrasonic Testing Report (Completed Weld)

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Attachment 3 Details of Defect Findings

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Attachment 4 Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Performance Check