Summary of ASME BPVC Section IX – Part 1
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC), Section IX contains qualification standard for the following; Welding, Brazing, and Fusing procedures
Read moreASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC), Section IX contains qualification standard for the following; Welding, Brazing, and Fusing procedures
Read moreMagnetic Particle Testing (MT) (also known as magnetic particle inspection – MPI) is a non destructive test (NDT) method, used
Read moreOxy-fuel welding (OFW) is also known as Gas welding or Oxy-fuel gas welding. The term ‘Oxy-fuel’ is used to denote
Read moreThickness range for performance qualification (welder qualification test): ASME BPVC Section IX has provided guidelines for the thickness range up
Read moreASME Boiler and pressure vessel code (BPVC) has assigned certain numbers to base metals as well as to filler metals
Read moreHeating the base metal to a specific desired temperature before welding is called as preheating. The temperature at which the
Read moreSubmerged Arc Welding (SAW) is an arc welding process in which arc is generated between a bare electrode and the
Read moreFlux cored arc welding (FCAW) is a welding process that uses the heat produced by an arc generated between a
Read moreHigh frequency sound waves (frequency > 20000 HZ) also known as ultrasonic waves are introduced in a test object through
Read moreSELECTION OF PROBE ANGLE: There are three methods for selecting a probe angle, these are: Based on groove angle:
Read moreVisual examination of weld joint is an important activity, carried out to check the integrity and soundness of the weldment.
Read moreGas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) is also known as Tungsten Inert Gas Welding (TIG Welding). It is an arc welding
Read moreA welding procedure specification (WPS) is a written document providing direction to the welder (or welding operator). It contains all
Read moreSections of ASME Boiler and Pressure vessel Codes (BPVC) The following list includes some of the most widely used Boiler
Read moreAny discontinuity (or irregularity) in the weld metal, which exceeds the applicable code limit, is termed as a WELD DEFECT
Read moreAbout radiography films: Radiography films are primarily made up of two things; 1. Base 2. Emulsion Base: Base is a
Read moreRadiography testing (RT) is one of the most widely used non destructive test (NDT) method. With the help of this
Read more1. Which of the following butt weld preparations is generally most susceptible to lack of side wall fusion during MMA
Read more1. Which of the following processes joins metals plastically? Friction welding Resistance welding Plasma welding None of the above 2.
Read more1. Which of the following NDT methods can only detect surface breaking defects? MPI DPI UT RT 2.
Read more1. Which of the following does not require baking; E 6010 E 7018 Both a & b None
Read more1. Overlap in welds could be influenced by: Welding process Welding position Poor welding technique All the above 2. In
Read more1. Stress relieving is not helpful in which of the following cases? Softening the steel Lowering the peak residual stress
Read more1. The Discontinuity which results from the entrapment of gas within the weld cross-section is known as: Undercut Lack of
Read moreWelding symbols are a set of information conveyed by the design department to the welding Engineer and the welding operator.
Read moreThe American Welding Society defines a joint as “the manner in which materials fit together.” there are five basic types
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