4: Codes, Standards, Procedures Flashcards
When inspecting a part, you should ALWAYS know what?
What the part is used for
What is a standard?
A point of comparison; requirements, specifications, guidelines or characteristics to ensure materials, processes and services are fit for their purpose
The MPI 2 most common standards are what?
ASTM E-709
ASTM E-1444
What is a specification?
Explicit set of requirements to be satisfied by material, design, product or service
minimum accept/reject criteria
If a product fails to meet a specification it is….
Out of spec
What are codes?
Set of principles/rules that set requirements for inspection
specifications become a code when required by a legal authority
What are procedures?
Formalized set of instructions
Includes: equipment, prep, post inspections, evaluation/reporting procedures
What are written techniques?
Like procedures but more specific
What are written instructions?
More detailed than techniques
What is the ASME Sec. V Coil Formulae?
45,000/(L/D) x 1/n
Parts without documents are considered what?
Unserviceable
