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Understanding API ICP653 Reading 15-Worksheet-11a

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Q3. When may longitudinal-bend tests be used in lieu of transverse guided<br />

bend tests to qualify a WPS?<br />

(a) When the axis of the weld is transverse to the longitudinal axis of the<br />

specimen.<br />

(b) When the weld metal or base metal combinations differ markedly in<br />

bending properties between the two base metals or the weld metal and<br />

base metal.<br />

(c) When the axis of the weld is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the<br />

specimen.<br />

ANS: b<br />

Q4. The dimensioning requirements for reduced-section tension specimens<br />

for pipe having an O.D. less than 3 in. are found in;<br />

(a) QW-462.1 (a)<br />

(b) QW-462.1 (b)<br />

(c) QW-462.1 (c)<br />

ANS: c<br />

Charlie Chong/ Fion Zhang

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