ASTM E 3419 : 2024

1.1This standard provides digital reference images for steel fusion welds that contain typical discontinuities with varying severity levels in different thicknesses of material. The digital reference images are an adjunct to this standard and must be purchased separately from ASTM International if needed.

1.2There are three volumes of digital reference images based on seven nominal weld thicknesses as follows:

1.3Units—The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.4All areas of this standard may be open to agreement between the cognizant engineering organization and the supplier, or specific direction from the cognizant engineering organization. These items should be addressed in the purchase order or the contract.

1.5Only licensed copies of the software and images shall be utilized for production inspection. A copy of the ASTM/user license agreement shall be kept on file for audit purposes. (See Note 1.)

1.6These digital reference images are not intended to illustrate the types and degrees of discontinuities found in steel fusion welds when performing film radiography. If performing film radiography of such weldments, refer to Reference Radiographs E390.

1.7This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.8This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.