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Understanding API ICP653 Reading 15-Worksheet-11a

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Q50. You are reviewing a WPQ (QW-484) for a welder testing in the 6-G<br />

position; on SA-53 grade B pipe (TS-60,000 psi). The test results indicate the<br />

following:<br />

#1 Tensile developed 51,000 psi, broke in the weld<br />

#2 Tensile developed 56,900 psi, broke in base metal<br />

#1 Transverse root bend satisfactory<br />

#2 Transverse face bend satisfactory<br />

Will these test qualify the welder?<br />

A. Yes<br />

B. No<br />

C. Not enough information given<br />

D. Tension test is acceptable but #1 is unacceptable<br />

ANS: A<br />

Charlie Chong/ Fion Zhang

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