CWS Weld Procedure Specifications & Qualification 2

Question 1

Who is responsible for ensuring that a WPS is properly prepared and available at the work site?

Accepted Answer

The manufacturer or contractor

Answer

The manufacturer or contractor is responsible for preparing, qualifying, and making the WPS available at the job site.

Question 2

In the context of ASME Section IX, the term 'P-Number' is used to:

Accepted Answer

Group base metals with similar weldability and properties

Answer

P-Numbers in ASME Section IX group base metals by similar composition, weldability, and mechanical properties to reduce the number of qualification tests.

Question 3

A Welding Procedure Specification must be signed by:

Accepted Answer

An authorized representative of the manufacturer or contractor

Answer

The WPS must be signed and authorized by a representative of the organization responsible for the welding work.

Question 4

What test is commonly used to evaluate the mechanical properties of a groove weld during procedure qualification?

Accepted Answer

Bend test

Answer

Bend tests (face, root, and side bends) are routinely required during groove weld procedure qualification to evaluate ductility and soundness.

Question 5

Under AWS D1.1, the maximum thickness a welder is qualified to weld is based on:

Accepted Answer

The thickness of the test plate used during qualification

Answer

Welder qualification thickness limits are determined by the thickness of the test assembly used during the qualification test.

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CWS Weld Procedure Specifications & Qualification 2