This standard specifies the general requirements for ultrasonic inspection methods of welded steel pipes, testing methods, comparative samples and their dimensions, and calibration of testing equipment to determine water pressure tightness. This standard is applicable to the detection of welded steel whose outer diameter is not less than 16mm, and the ratio of outer diameter to thick wall is not less than 5.
GB/T 18256-2000 history
2015GB/T 18256-2015 Non-destructive testing of steel tubes.Automated ultrasonic testing of seamless and welded (except submerged arc-welded) steel tubes for verification of hydraulic leak-tightness
2000GB/T 18256-2000 Welded steel tubes(except submerged arc-welded)-Ultrasonic testing for verification of hydraulic leak-tightness