FlawTech AWS D1.5 UT Bridge Kit (#BK-1)

The first of its kind UT Training and Testing Flawed Specimen Kit exclusively targeting the Bridge Industry. This kit was designed with input from and reviewed by Infrastructure SMEs from both the ASNT Infrastructure Committee and AWS D1.5 Committee:

  • The Kit assists in the training and testing of UT Technicians that will be providing service to the Bridge Industry for both Conventional and PAUT.
  • Joint Designs used are some of the most common found in Bridge Industry and are referenced in the AWS D1.5
  • Kit contains 24 Flaws which cover a wide range of fabrication and in-service flaw types including transverse cracks.
  • Great for validating UT Technicians practical skill sets prior to commencing projects.
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  • Specifications:
    • Set of 8 Specimens
    • Specimen Alloy:  Mild Carbon Steel
    • Each Specimen will contain 3 flaws
    • Total of 24 flaws in the Kit.
    • Flaws that are designed to be detectable using UT (Conventional & PAUT).
    • Flaws are a specially selected to represent fabrication and in-service indications.

    Kit Specimen Design and Joint Designations per Figure 2.4 AWS D1.5 Include:

    • Specimen #1: #B-U3b, Double Bevel Groove Weld-Butt Joint Plate w/ Flush Crowns, 0.75” T x 12” X 12”
    • Specimen #2: #B-U3b (modified), 2/3-1/3 Double Bevel Groove Weld-Butt Joint Plate w/ Flush Crowns, 1.0” T x 14” x 14”
    • Specimen #3: #B-U3b, Double Bevel Groove Weld-Butt Joint Thickness Transition w/ Chamfering and Offset Alignment Plate w/ As Welded Crowns, 1.0” to 0.5” T x 12” x 12”
    • Specimen #4: #B-U2, Single V Groove Weld-Butt Joint Plate w/ Flush Crown & Root, 0.75” T x 12” x 12”
    • Specimen #5: #TC-U5b, Double Bevel Groove Weld -T-Joint (Flange to Web) w/ As Welded Crowns, 0.75” T x 6” Web to 1” T X 4.5” Flange x 12” (weld length)
    • Specimen #6: Recommended, Single V Groove – Skewed Joint w/ Back Gouge, 45° Skewed Connection Plate w/ As Welded Crown, 0.5” T x 6” x 6” (weld length) Connection to 0.75” T x 8” x 10” Web
    • Specimen #7: #B-U3b, Double Bevel Groove Weld-Butt Joint Thickness Transition w/ Chamfering and Centerline Alignment Plate w/ As Welded Crowns, 1.0” to 0.5” T x 12” x 6” (weld length)
    • Specimen #8: #TC-U4c, Single Bevel Groove Weld-Corner Joint Corner w/ Backing Bar & As Welded Crown, 0.75” T x 6” x 6”

    Kit Documentation Includes:

    • Certificate of Conformance
    • As Built CAD Drawings
    • UT Inspection Reports
    • Measuring & Test Equipment Certificates
    • Test Sheets (used during technician training and testing)

    Optional Features: (Items not included in the Kit – contact FlawTech for pricing.)

    • Recommended Optional Plate (not included in the Kit)

    o Specimen #9: #B-U3b, Double V Groove Weld-Butt Joint Plate. w/ 4 flaws 3.0” T x 30” x 12” (weld length)

    • Radiography

    o Digital & Film Radiograph Film and Technique Sheets

    • Kit Specimens #’s may be purchased individually.
    • Custom Alloys Available

    Kit Includes:

    • Shipping Container: 32” x 20” x 21”
    • Total Weight ~300 LBS