ASME BPVC.
IX-2023
(b) to a larger number in the indicator for toughness,
indicating classification at a lower toughness testing
temperature (e.g., a change from F7A2-EM12K to
F7A4-EM12K)
This variable does not apply when the weld metal is
exempt from toughness testing by other Sections. This
exemption does not apply to hard-facing and corro-
sion-resistant overlays.
QW-404.36 When flux from recrushed slag is used,
each batch or blend, as defined in SFA-5.01, shall be
tested in accordance with Section II, Part C by either
the manufacturer or the user.
QW-404.37 A change in the composition of the depos-
ited weld metal from one A-Number in Table QW-442 to
any other A-Number, or to an analysis not listed in the
table. A change in the UNS number for each AWS classi-
fication of A-No. 8 or A-No. 9 analysis of Table QW-442, or
eachnonferrous alloy in Table QW-432, shall require sepa-
rate WPS qualification. A-Numbers may be determined in
accordance with QW-404.5.
QW-404.38 A change in the nominal electrode
diameter used for the first layer of deposit.
QW-404.39 For submerged-arc welding and electro-
slag welding, a change in the nominal composition or type
of flux used. Requalification is not required for a change in
flux particle size.
QW-404.41 A change of more than 10% in the
powdered metal feed rate recorded on the PQR.
QW-404.42 A change of more than 5% in the particle
size range of the powder.
QW-404.43 A change in the powdered metal particle
size range recorded on the PQR.
QW-404.44 A change from a homogeneous powdered
metal to a mechanical mixed powdered metal or vice
versa.
QW-404.46 A change in the powder feed rate range
qualified.
QW-404.47 A change of more than 10% in the filler
metal size and/or powder metal particle size.
QW-404.48 A change of more than 10% in the powder
metal density.
QW-404.49 A change of more than 10% in the filler
metal or powder metal feed rate.
QW-404.50 The addition or deletion of flux to the face
of a weld joint for the purpose of affecting weld penetra-
tion.
QW-404.51 The method of control of moisture pickup
during storage and distribution for SMAW and GMAW-FC
electrodes and flux for SAW (e.g., purchasing in hermeti-
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cally sealed containers and storage in heated ovens,
controlled distribution time, high-temperature baking
prior to use).
QW-404.52 An increase in the diffusible hydrogen
designator (e.g., from E7018-H8 to E7018-H16) or to
no diffusible hydrogen designator.
QW-404.53 The addition or deletion of filler metal and,
when used, a change in the filler metal nominal composi-
tion.
QW-404.55 An increase in the thickness or width of
preplaced filler metal.
QW-404.56 A change to another type or grade of
preplaced filler metal (type or grade are materials of
the same nominal chemical analysis and mechanical prop-
erty range, even though of different product form).
QW-404.57 An increase in the nominal thickness or
width of the electrode for strip filler metals used with
the SAW and ESW processes for corrosion-resistant
and hard-facing weld metal overlay.
QW-404.58 The addition or deletion of preplaced filler
metal.
QW-404.59 If filler metal is added, a change in the A-
Number of the weld deposit or a change in the nominal
composition of the deposited weld metal when an A-
Number is not assigned.
QW-405 POSITIONS
QW-405.1 The addition of other welding positions
than those already qualified. see QW-120, QW-130,
QW-203, and QW-303.
QW-405.3 A change from upward to downward, or
from downward to upward, in the progression specified
for any pass of a vertical weld, except that the cover or
wash pass may be up or down. The root pass may also be
run either up or down when the root pass is removed to
sound weld metal in the preparation for welding the
second side.
QW-405.4 Except as specified below, the addition of
other welding positions than already qualified.
(a) Qualification in the horizontal, vertical, or overhead
position shall also qualify for the flat position. Qualifica-
tion in the horizontal fixed position, 5G, shall qualify for
the flat, vertical, and overhead positions. Qualification in
the horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions shall
qualify for all positions. Qualification in the inclined
fixed position, 6G, shall qualify for all positions.
(b) An organization who does production welding in a
particular orientation may make the tests for procedure
qualification in this particular orientation. Such qualifica-
tions are valid only for the positions actually tested, except
that an angular deviation of ±15 deg is permitted in the