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ASTM E273-01
Standard Practice for Ultrasonic Examination of the Weld Zone of Welded Pipe and Tubing
This practice describes general ultrasonic test procedures for the detection of discontinuities in the weld and adjacent heat affected zones of pipe and tubing. It is intended for tubular products having diameters [###=]2 in. ([###=]50 mm) and wall thicknesses of 1/8 to 1 1/16 in. (3 to 27 mm). 1.2 This practice does not establish acceptance criteria, they must be specified by the using parties. Note 1-Precautions should be exercised when testing pipes or tubes near the lower specified limits. Certain combinations of search unit size, frequency, thin wall thicknesses, and small diameters could cause generation of unwanted sound waves that may produce erroneous test results. 1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. 1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
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