AS ISO 17643:2020 Non-destructive testing of welds一Eddy current testing of welds by complex- plane analysis

AS ISO 17643:2020 Non-destructive testing of welds一Eddy current testing of welds by complex- plane analysis. AS ISO 17643 defines eddy current testing techniques for detection of surface breaking and near surface planar discontinuities, mainly in ferritic materials (weld material, heat-affected zones, base material). Eddy current testing can also be specified for use with non-ferritic materials, for example in an application standard. The techniques can be applied to coated and uncoated objects during fabrication and in service, both onshore and offshore. Eddy current testing can be carried out on all accessible surfaces and on welds of almost any configuration. Unless otherwise specified at specific items in this International Standard, the general principles of ISO 15549 apply. NOTE Eddy current testing is usually performed in the as-welded condition. However, the accuracy of the results can be affected by very rough surface finishes. 2 Normative references The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. ISO 9712, Non-destructive testing — Qualification and certification of NDT personnel ISO 12718, Non-destructive testing — Eddy current testing — Vocabulary ISO 15548-1, Non-destructive testing — Equipment for eddy current examination — Part 1: Instrument characteristics and verification ISO 15548-2, Non-destructive testing — Equipment for eddy current examination — Part 2: Probe characteristics and verification ISO 15548-3, Non-destructive testing — Equipment for eddy current examination — Part 3: System characteristics and verification ISO 15549, Non-destructive testing — Eddy current testing — General principles 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO 12718 apply. 4 Personnel qualification Non-destructive testing shall be performed by qualified and capable personnel. It is recommended that personnel are qualified in accordance with ISO 9712 or an equivalent standard at an appropriate level in the relevant industry sector.AS ISO 17643 pdf download.