ASTM E2261/E2261M-17
Standard Practice for Examination of Welds Using the Alternating Current Field Measurement Technique

Standard No.

ASTM E2261/E2261M-17

Release Date

2017

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM E2261/E2261M-17(2021)

Latest

ASTM E2261/E2261M-17(2021)

Scope

5.1 The purpose of the alternating current field measurement method is to evaluate welds for surface breaking discontinuities such as fabrication and fatigue cracks. The examination results may then be used by qualified organizations to assess weld service life or other engineering characteristics (beyond the scope of this practice). This practice is not intended for the examination of welds for non-surface breaking discontinuities.

1.1 This practice describes procedures to be followed during alternating current field measurement examination of welds for baseline and service-induced surface breaking discontinuities.

1.2 This practice is intended for use on welds in any metallic material.

1.3 This practice does not establish weld acceptance criteria.

1.4 Units—The values stated in either inch-pound units or SI units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system might not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in nonconformance with the standard.

1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM E2261/E2261M-17 Referenced Document

• ASTM E1316 Standard Terminology for Nondestructive Examinations
• ASTM E543 Standard Practice for Agencies Performing Nondestructive Testing
• ISO 9712 Non-destructive testing — Qualification and certification of NDT personnel

ASTM E2261/E2261M-17 history

• 2021 ASTM E2261/E2261M-17(2021) Standard Practice for Examination of Welds Using the Alternating Current Field Measurement Technique
• 2017 ASTM E2261/E2261M-17 Standard Practice for Examination of Welds Using the Alternating Current Field Measurement Technique
• 2012 ASTM E2261/E2261M-12 Standard Practice for Examination of Welds Using the Alternating Current Field Measurement Technique
• 2007 ASTM E2261-07 Standard Practice for Examination of Welds Using the Alternating Current Field Measurement Technique
• 2003 ASTM E2261-03 Standard Practice for Examination of Welds Using the Alternating Current Field Measurement Technique