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ASTM E 426 Electromagnetic (eddy current) testing of seamless and welded tubular

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For Eddy Current Testing (ECT) on weldments, several standards provide guidance on procedures, equipment, and interpretation of results. Here are key standards commonly followed:

1. ASTM E566 – Standard Practice for Electromagnetic (Eddy Current) Sorting of Ferrous Metals: Useful for general ECT, this standard provides guidelines on sorting and quality assessment for ferrous metals.

2. ASTM E376 – Standard Practice for Measuring Coating Thickness by Magnetic-Field or Eddy-Current (Electromagnetic) Testing Methods: Helpful if you’re checking for coating thickness on weldments.

3. ISO 17643 – Non-destructive Testing of Welds – Eddy Current Testing of Welds by Complex Plane Analysis: Specifically tailored for welds, this ISO standard details ECT procedures for detecting surface and near-surface defects in welds.

4. ASME Section V, Article 8 – Eddy Current Examination: Part of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, this provides guidelines on eddy current examination of materials, including weldments, in pressure vessels and other critical applications.

These standards cover a range of applications and can guide you in conducting a thorough and compliant Eddy Current inspection on weldments. Make sure to choose the one most aligned with your specific inspection requirements and industry standards.

Hope this helps!