API 1104 Welder Testing Nick Breaks from a Butt and Branch Test
In this video we are beaking nick breaks from an API 1104 Butt and Branch test. The nick breaks were cut short because one was found to have slag in it.
If you have been wanting to take this test and have never seen how the destructive testing portion is done this is a good video for you. We just made a simple jig with a notch in it for breaking them.
The material is X52, 3/8" wall thickness, 12" pipe
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This video explains how to ensure your given a fair welding test. What questions to ask and what paperwork to make sure you have.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBocsP8EmCk
This video discusses misconceptions about preheat, how preheat is used to prevent hydrogen cracking and ways to eliminate hydrogen cracking completely.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-lGMEVgU5M
Top 3 Reasons Welders Fail The ASME 6G Welder Test. I have tested thousands of welders for all the major gas, oil and pipeline companies and these are the top 3 reasons 30 - 50 percent don't pass the test.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6eSaGbJXGM
Storm watching live in Midland Texas. Will this turn into a tornado? the temp is about 74 degrees with 20 miles per hour winds.
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ASME Monster Coupon Strap Bending
In this video we are being 4 side bends from an ASME monster coupon. The test coupons that are welded together are A106, 5/8" thick, 2.75" OD.
The straps are 3/8" wide and approximately 9" long.
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