RT SOCKETWELDS

[JATE]

Hello:

The RT aplicable to socketweld for verify the GAP, is before or afther weld the joint??

Thanks

 

[jte]

Hi JATE-

I'd suggest you take a look at my comment at the end of

http://www.eng-tips.com/viewthread.cfm?qid=362114.

 

[weldstan]

RT is required by customers - not by Codes. Customers require RT, usually on a random basis, after welding. There have been many queries regarding this subject; I suggest that you run a search on the subject.

 

[JATE]

HI JTE:

IF There is no requirement for a gap after welding, and weld shrinkage can close a gap that was present prior to welding. Then is bether determine if there was a gap prior to welding by radiography, that was a question.

Thanks