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ferrite testing

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ferrite testing

ferrite testing

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Is ferrite test of Austenitic stainless steel done before and after welding or just after? What is the optimal ferrite so as to avoid cracking.
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RE: ferrite testing

It is done after welding, namely the weldment itself. 5 FN or higher, depending on the weld filler metal.

RE: ferrite testing

It depends on the alloy and the size of the weld (and how tightly constrained it is).
Depending on conditions specs usually require a 4 or 5 minimum, and some have a max (as low as 8 and some up to 14).

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RE: ferrite testing

Agree with Metengr with an addition. Ferrite test is done after welding but before any PWHT.

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