Is it ok to weld a SA 234 Gr. WPB cap to a API 5L X 65 pipe?
Is it ok to weld a SA 234 Gr. WPB cap to a API 5L X 65 pipe?
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Here's a good one for you folks.
Is it permissible to weld a SA 234 Gr. WPB cap to a API 5L X 65 pipe? Our quality manager stated that if the calculated wall thickness is acceptable, they can be welded using of course a new WPS for this weld. Is this clause valid or I have to proceed with a gr WPHY-65 cap?
Thanks in advance.
Is it permissible to weld a SA 234 Gr. WPB cap to a API 5L X 65 pipe? Our quality manager stated that if the calculated wall thickness is acceptable, they can be welded using of course a new WPS for this weld. Is this clause valid or I have to proceed with a gr WPHY-65 cap?
Thanks in advance.





RE: Is it ok to weld a SA 234 Gr. WPB cap to a API 5L X 65 pipe?
With respect to welding additional measurements are expected to be taken, and indeed a new WPS/PQR should be prepared.
However, regarding the wall thickness I expect it is not possible. The WPB material is much weaker than the X65. On the welding end or taper zone the WPB material will most probably fail. It is uncommon to have a pipe wall selected in X65 with sufficient over-thickness suitable to meet sufficient wall thickness for the WPB fitting.
So, regarding the wall thickness you will have a problem I think.
Success.
Regards,
FKE
RE: Is it ok to weld a SA 234 Gr. WPB cap to a API 5L X 65 pipe?