Heat Treatment (PWHT)
Public Heat Treatment
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Welcome to [NDT Inspection Portal]’s heat treatment (PWHT) group, a place for professionals to connect... View more
Public Heat Treatment
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Welcome to [NDT Inspection Portal]’s heat treatment (PWHT) group, a place for professionals to connect and discuss the latest techniques and technologies in heat treatment.
Heat treatment is a process used to alter the physical and mechanical properties of materials through the application of heat and cooling. It is often used to improve the strength, hardness, ductility, and other properties of materials and is an important aspect of ensuring the quality and performance of products and structures in various industries.
Post-weld heat treatment (PWHT) is a specific type of heat treatment that is applied to welded joints and components to improve their properties and performance. It involves the application of heat to the welded joint or component after welding is complete, followed by a controlled cooling process. PWHT is often used to reduce residual stress and improve the toughness and corrosion resistance of welded joints and components.
Our member group offers a platform for sharing knowledge and best practices on heat treatment and its applications in various industries. Join our community of experts from around the world and be a part of the conversation on advancing the practice of heat treatment and its applications in the field of NDT and inspection. Whether you are new to heat treatment or an experienced professional, you’ll find valuable resources and a welcoming community in our group.
Reply To: PWHT (S355+Martensitic steel)
it’s important to know – at least- this kind of information. 1) grade of stainless steel ( i.e. martensitic or PH martensitic )- 2) autogenous welding or welding by filler 3) which kind of filler 4) kind of welding and its geometry . These are minimum info in order to understand which kind o PWHT have to be applied.
Considering that there is a dilution in FZ between a carbon steel such as S355 and martensitic SS or PH , HAZ could cause some risk of stress cracks due to martensitc or retained austenit tranformation . This could involved not only the kind of PWHT but -in addition- the choice of NDT method in terms of UT and MT parameters. Therefore, more info about welding process could be useful in order to give you some suggestion