If the test object is dug out, the whole test will only take an hour
FAQ
1. Field Operation
Need to remove all corrosion and paint on the testing subject and the recommended surface roughness is 800 sandpaper grit
Test data can be obtained immediately after the testing. And full final report can be provided within couple days
Pipe, plate, elbow, valve, etc… (attachment link)
2. Accuracy
+/- 10% from the destructive test
3. PHMSA Mega Rule Compliance (192.607)
-2 quadrant testing/ min of 3 or 5 tests
-95% confidence level, +/- 10%
It will take about 1 hour to test on 2 quadrants on one pipe
4. Equipment
UTS/YS/RS/FT/Hardness
5. Test Requirements
-The minimum coupon size will be 0.3 x 0.3 x 0.1 inch
-The smallest OD will be ¾ inch
To operate normally the temperature needs to be in between 0F to 100F