POSITIVE MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION PROCEDURE

( PMI )

Document Type SOP No.:- FSPL/PMI/01

Standard Operating Procedure REV. NO.:- 00

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1.0 SCOPE
Positive Material Identification (PMI) also called Alloy Verification (AV), is
an exercise in alloy verification and semi–quantitative analysis.
The following procedure identifies the test method and traceability of this
technique.
2.0 BACKGROUND
PMI testing should be carried out to supplement the mill certificate where this
is available .Tests are performed in accordance with the chemical requirements
as per applicable ASTM standard but do not replace the BS EN 10204 type 3.1,
3.2 certification. Additional test methods may be performed on the same
samples and the results shall be reported along with PMI results on the same
inspection certificate.
3.0 TEST METHOD
The test method used should be suitable for the analytical information required.
Special attention should be given to ensure that the technique used is suitable to
identify the important elements in the material. Example: where a material mix
up is identified or where low wavelength elements are important.
Accuracy is ±10 percent of the given result.
3.1 ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA
Material test results shall match with the respective ASME section II A
standard, with ±10 percent variation is acceptable.

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4.0 ENVIRONMENT
Instruments are manufactured to operate on or off site in dry conditions,
acceptable temperature range is 0-35 degree Celsius.
5.0 HEALTH AND SAFETY
It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure that the correct health and safety
legislation is strictly adhered to; When working on site , liaise with the
customer representative for local directives. Also that a risk assessment has
been carried out and IRR 99 regulations are met.
6.0 EQUIPMENT
6.1 Equipment Details
XMET 8000 TYPE S.NO.814086 has been manufactured by M/s Hitachi
High-tech.
6.2 Mode of Operation
1. Switch on the instrument and log in with password.
2. Perform the system check of instrument to ensure its working condition.
3. Select the general metal mode for verification.
4. Analyze the CRM sample for correct PMI identification and values shall be
compared and ensured with standard chart.

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7.0 PRIMARY CALIBRATION

Primary calibration is to be carried out by the manufacturer of the instrument
taking due care over power settings and inter-element effects for each program.
Adjustments to these programs should only be carried out by approved
personnel.
8.0 CALIBRATION PROCEDURE
As a minimum the instrument shall be calibrated at the beginning of the test
period and at the end of each period and after an interval of 50 analysis.
Calibration shall be performed strictly using certified standards. Calibration of
the instrument used should be carried out to the manufacturer’s instructions and
calibrated by an approved engineer on a yearly basis.
A selection of material test samples are available to the operator.
9.0 ANALYTICAL PROCEDURE
The instruments are used for identifying the material by quantitative
measurement of the alloying elements. Additional tests such as chemical
analysis may also be carried out, which is conducted by a third party
organization.
Areas of contamination of loss scale, paint etc. shall be avoided.
Test areas may be welds or parent materials.
Single or multi analysis may be taken in one or more locations.

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10.0 STANDARD REFERENCES

The procedure meets the requirements of ASTM Designation: E 1476-97

11.0 OPERATOR QUALIFICATION

The P.M.I. will be carried out by operators who have completed a training
course.

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12.0 REPORTING:
Reports of P.M.I. test shall be submitted stating as a minimum:
Item identity
Job Number (If applicable).
Date of test
Instrument make
Analysis results
Name of Operator
Date of Calibration

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