Mandatory Appendix 28
Mandatory Appendix 28
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Hello, everybody.
I have a little problem understanding Mandatory Appendix 28, specifically 28-2(f)(2).
How exactly do I establish a2?
I understand that angle theta shall be at least 45º, but it seems to me that there is no other reference to determine a2.
Thank you in advance.
I have a little problem understanding Mandatory Appendix 28, specifically 28-2(f)(2).
How exactly do I establish a2?
I understand that angle theta shall be at least 45º, but it seems to me that there is no other reference to determine a2.
Thank you in advance.





RE: Mandatory Appendix 28
Regards,
Mike
RE: Mandatory Appendix 28
Thank you for your quick answer.
Once I get a2 from a welded sample,according to 28-2(f)(4), if a2/ts exceeds the value of K in the table, the requirements in (a) and (b) need not be satisfied.
So, I have to get the sample, check a2 and, if compliant, I don't need the sample anymore?
Regards,
Carlos
RE: Mandatory Appendix 28
But yes it appears that if a2/ts > K no further samples are needed. But also see 28-2(d) for establishment of K. For a double bevel detail.
Gotta tell you, I am not first hand familiar with the use of Apx 28. We had looked at the use of it in the past, decided for us UW-13 made more sense.
Regards,
Mike
RE: Mandatory Appendix 28
28-2(f) relates to double bevel: * Both members may be beveled as shown in Fig 28-1 sk. (b) *
I normally use UW-13, but for some thickness and bevel geometries, the a+b>=2ts is not complied, thus I need to apply Apx 28.
Right now the next step is to do the sample and analyze it. If you're interested, I'll keep you updated on the subject.
Thank you for your support.
Regards,
Carlos
RE: Mandatory Appendix 28