ZPS1030725-71395 - NDT Accept Level

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Object: NDT acceptance level and static test procedure ZPS 1030725
Designer: JASO
Date: 2012.03.21
Turbine: Standard ECN no.: 71395
Doc. ref.: ECN date: 2013.02.18
1. SCOPE
1.1. General This specification specifies the technical requirements for VT, MT, PT, RT
and UT based on the requirements in EN ISO 5817, EN ISO 10042 and
EN 12062
Furthermore the procedure for performance of the static test is also

included in this specification.
Clause 4 and relevant appendixes defined NDT-requirements at testing of

fusion-welded joints in steel and is based on the requirements given in EN
ISO 5817 and EN 12062.
Clause 5 and relevant appendixes defined NDT-requirements at testing of

fusion-welded joints in aluminum and is based on the requirements given
in EN ISO 10042 and EN 12062.
When the product specific specification specified the option “Static Test –
Internal SWP – Ver. 1 – Appendix B1.1”, then it is required that the
specified construction is tested in accordance with the description in
“Appendix B1.1, Static Test – Internal SWP - Test specification – Ver. 1”
1.2. Cross-references For cross-references to tables or clauses in this specification no reference

will be given to the document number (ZPS) of the specification.
For cross-references to tables or clauses in other than this document a

subsequent reference will be given to the number of the document in
question, e.g. “Table 1 of EN ISO 5817:2004.”
1.3. Modifications Clause 6 describes new modifications of this document compared to the
previous revision of the specification.
Siemens Wind Power A/S

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2. NORMATIVE REFERENCES
2.1. General Normative references are cited at appropriate places in the text. The
references and the titles of the relevant publications have been listed
below. For dated references, any subsequent amendments to or revisions
of these publications only apply to this specification if they have been
included through amendment or revision. For undated references the latest
edition of the publication, which is referred to, applies.
EN ISO 5817:2004, Welding - Fusion-welded joints in steel, nickel,
titanium and their alloys (beam welding excluded) - Quality levels for
imperfections;
EN ISO 10042:2005, Welding - Arc-welded joints in aluminium and its
alloys - Quality levels for imperfections;
EN ISO 11666:2011, Non-destructive testing of welds - Ultrasonic
testing - Acceptance levels;
EN ISO 17637:2011, Non-destructive testing of welds - Visual testing
of fusion-welded joints;
EN ISO 17638:2009 Non-destructive testing of welds - Magnetic
particle testing;
EN ISO 17640:2011, Non-destructive testing of welds - Ultrasonic
testing - Techniques, testing levels, and assessment;
EN ISO 17659:2004, Welding - Multilingual terms for welded joints with
illustrations
EN ISO 23277:2009, Non-destructive testing of welds - Penetrant
testing of welds - Acceptance levels;
EN ISO 23278:2009, Non-destructive testing of welds - Magnetic
particle testing of welds - Acceptance levels;
EN 571-1:1998, Non destructive testing - Penetrant testing - Part 1:
General principles;
EN 1011-1:1998, Welding - Recommendations for welding of metallic
materials - Part 1: General guidance for arc welding;
EN 1435:1998, Non-destructive examination of welds - Radiographic
examination of welded joints;
DS/EN 1435/A1:2002, Non-destructive testing of welds - Radiographic
testing of welded joints;
DS/EN 1435/A2:2004, Non-destructive testing of welds - Radiographic
testing of welded joints;
EN 12062:1997: Welding - Recommendations for welding of metallic
materials - Part 1: General guidance for arc welding;
EN 12517-1:2006, Non-destructive testing of welds - Part 1: Evaluation
of welded joints in steel, nickel, titanium and their alloys by
radiography - Acceptance levels.

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3. DEFINITIONS
3.1. MT The term “MT” means magnetic testing.
3.2. PT The term “PT” means penetrant testing.
3.3. SWP The term “SWP” means Siemens Wind Power.
3.4. RT The term “RT” means Radiographic testing.
3.5. UT The term “UT” means ultrasonic testing.
3.6. VT The term “VT” means visual testing.

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4. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS - NDT-REQUIREMENTS AT TESTING OF FUSION-WELDED

JOINTS IN STEEL AND THEIR ALLOYS
4.1. General MT, RT, UT, and PT of welds must not be started before the requirement to
minimum hold time after welding as defined in Table 1 are met.
The acceptance level and examination standard to be used for steel

constructions must be in accordance with the requirements given in Table
2
Before performing the NDT, a procedure for performance of the NDT shall
be available for operator in question.
Table 1, Hold time before NDT for steel constructions

Hold time (hours) c)
Weld size (mm)

a)
Heat input Q (Kj/mm)
b) Yield strength
460 MPa > 460 MPa
a or s 6 All Cooling period only 24
3 8 24
6 < a or s 12
>3 16 40
3 16 40
a or s > 12
>3 24 48
a) Size applies to the nominal throat thickness: a of a fillet weld or the nominal material thickness: s of
a full penetration weld. For individual partial penetration butt welds the governing criterion is the
nominal weld depth: a, but for pairs of partial penetration butt welds welded simultaneously it is the
sum of the weld throats: a.
b) Heat input Q to be calculated in accordance with Clause 19 of EN 1011-1:1998.
c) The time between weld completion and commencement of NDT must be stated in the NDT report.
In the case of “cooling period only” this will last until the weld is cool enough for NDT to commence.
4.2. Severity level In the case that Severity level “SWP-EC-3-Cat 90” has been specified;
SWP-EC-3-Cat then the weld shall meet the requirements given for SWP-EC-3,
90/112 requirements at given the drawing, and the requirement for Excess weld
metal (butt weld): “h 0.1 b, but max. 5 mm.”
In the case that Severity level “SWP-EC-3-Cat 112” has been specified;
then the weld shall meet the requirements given for SWP-EC-3,
requirements at given the drawing, and the requirement for Excess weld
metal (butt weld): “The weld must be ground flush”

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Table 2, Requirements for the performance of NDT for Steel

Feature Severity level
SWP-EC-1 SWP-EC-2 SWP-EC-3
VT Acceptance Level D: EN ISO Level C: EN ISO Level B: EN ISO 5817 and the additional
levels 5817 and the 5817 and the requirements in Appendix A.1.1
additional additional
requirements in requirements in
Appendix A.1.1 Appendix A.1.1
Examination Examination technique must be performed in accordance with EN ISO 17637.
techniques
MT Acceptance Level 3X as Level 2X as specified in EN ISO 23278.
levels specified in EN ISO
23278.
Examination Examination technique must be performed in accordance with EN ISO 17638 and
techniques additional requirements given in Appendix A.5.1
PT Acceptance Level 3X as Level 2X as specified in EN ISO 23277.
levels specified in EN ISO
23277.
Examination Examination technique must be performed in accordance with EN 571-1 and
techniques additional requirements given in Appendix A.7.1
RT Acceptance Level 3 as specified Level 2 as specified Level 1 as specified in EN 12517
levels in EN 12517 in EN 12517
Examination Examination Examination Examination technique: Level B
techniques technique: Level A technique: Level according to EN 1435
1
according to EN B according to EN
1435 1435
UT Acceptance Level 3: EN ISO 11666 and additional Level 2: EN ISO 11666 and additional
levels requirements given in Appendix A.10.1 requirements given in Appendix A.10.1
Examination Examination technique: Level B according to EN ISO 17640 and additional
techniques requirements given in Appendix A.11.1
1
However, the maximum area for a single exposure shall correspond to the requirement of class A of EN
1435.

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5. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS, NDT-REQUIREMENTS AT TESTING OF FUSION-WELDED

JOINTS IN ALUMINUM
5.1. General NDT of a weld must not be performed on constructions until it has cooled
to room temperature.
The acceptance level and examination standard to be used for aluminum

constructions must be in accordance with the requirements given in Table
3
Before performing the NDT, a procedure for performance of the NDT shall
be available for operator in question.
Table 3, Requirements for the performance of NDT for Aluminum

Feature Severity level
SWP-EC-1- SWP-EC-1- SWP-EC-2- SWP-EC-2- SWP-EC-3- SWP-EC3-
std High std High std High
VT Acceptance Level D: ISO 10042 and Level C: ISO 10042 and Level B: ISO 10042 and the
levels the additional requirements the additional requirements additional requirements in
in Appendix A.2.1. in Appendix A.2.1. Appendix A.2.1.
Examination Examination technique must be performed in accordance with EN ISO 17637. The
techniques measuring of the throat thickness "a" shall be in accordance with EN ISO 17659.
PT Acceptance Level 3X as specified in EN Level 2X as specified in EN ISO 23277.

levels ISO 23277.
Examination Examination technique must be performed in accordance with EN 571-1 and

technique additional requirements given in Appendix A.7.1
RT Acceptance Level 3 as specified in EN Level 2 as specified in EN Level 1 as specified in EN

levels 12517 12517 12517
Examination Examination technique: Examination technique: Examination technique:
techniques Level B according to EN Level B according to EN Level B according to EN
1435 1435 1435
UT Acceptance Level 3: EN ISO 11666 and additional requirements Level 2: EN ISO 11666 and
levels given in Appendix A.10.1 additional requirements
given in Appendix A.10.1
Examination Examination technique: Level B according to EN 1714 and additional requirements
techniques given in Appendix A.12.1
6. MODIFICATION
Document Modifications
ZPS 1030725-71395 Title of the document has been modified.
Clause 1.1 has been revised.
Appendix B1.1 has been added to the specification

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Appendix A1.1
Title:
VT – Acceptance levels – EN ISO 5817 :2004
A1.1-1. VISUAL EXAMINATION

A1.1-1.1. General This section describes to the acceptance levels c.f EN ISO 5817:2004
for use at visual examination of welds.
A1.1-2. NORMATIVE REFERENCES
A1.1-2.1. General Normative references are cited at appropriate places in the text. The
below. For dated references, any subsequent amendments to or
revisions of these publications only apply to this specification if they
have been included through amendment or revision. For undated
references the latest edition of the publication, which is referred to,
applies.
EN ISO 5817:2004, Welding - Fusion-welded joints in steel,
nickel, titanium and their alloys (beam welding excluded) -
Quality levels for imperfections;
ISO 6520-1:1998, Welding and allied processes - Classification
of geometric imperfections in metallic materials - Part 1: Fusion
welding.
A1.1-3. TESTING TECHNIQUE

A1.1-3.1. General The acceptance level of the visual examination must be in accordance
with at relevant drawings, EN ISO 5817 and the additional
requirements given in Table A1.1-1.
For this table the definition given in EN ISO 5817 for used symbols (d,
s, a, etc.) apply.
The requirements given at drawing must take priority to the requirements

given EN ISO 5817 and this specification.

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Table A1.1-1, Additional requirements - EN ISO 5817

No Ref. to ISO Imperfections Remarks t
Limits for imperfections for quality level
6520-1 designation [mm]
SWP-EC-1 SWP-EC-2 SWP-EC-3
1.3 2017 Surface pore Maximum dimensions for 0.5 d 0.3 s

a single pore: to 3 d 0.3 a
butt welds
fillet welds Y/X must be > 2
X: Maximum 2 mm.
Allowable number of
imperfections is described
in foot note 2.
Maximum dimensions of a >3 d 0.3 s, but max 3 mm d 0.2 s, but max 2 mm
single pore for: d 0.3 a, but max 3 mm d 0.2 a, but max 2 mm
butt welds
fillet welds Y/X must be > 2 Y/X must be > 2
X: Maximum 2 mm. X: Maximum 2 mm.
Allowable number of Allowable number of

imperfections is described imperfections is described
in foot note 2. in foot note 2.
1.4 2025 End crater (Picture – See the ISO > 0.5 h 0.2 t, max 2 mm Not permitted
pipe 5817 standard)
Number of allowable
imperfections where
h > 0.1 t but below the
acceptance level are
described in foot note 2.
2
For welds > 500 mm: Max 3 imperfections per any 5000 mm of weld, For welds < 500 mm: Max 1 imperfection per weld.

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Table A1.1-1, Additional requirements - EN ISO 5817 - Continued

No Ref. to ISO Imperfections Remarks t Limits for imperfections for quality level
6520-1 designation [mm] SWP-EC-1 SWP-EC-2 SWP-EC-3
1.5 401 Lack of - 0.5

fusion
(incomplete
fusion)
Micro lack of Only detectable by micro Not permitted Not permitted
fusion examination
1.7 5011 Continuous Smooth transition is 0.5 Short imperfections: Short imperfections: Not permitted
undercut required. This is not h 0.2 t, max 1 mm h 0.1 t, max 1 mm
regarded as a
5012 Intermittent systematic imperfection.
undercut
-
1.8 5013 Shrinkage (Picture – See the ISO >3 Short imperfections:
groove 5817 standard) 0.2t, but max. 1 mm

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No Ref. to ISO Imperfections Remarks t Limits for imperfections for quality level
6520-1 designation [mm] SWP-EC-1 SWP-EC-2 SWP-EC-3
1.12 5051 Incorrect 0.5 90° 110° 130°

weld toe
Smooth transition is Smooth transition is Smooth transition is
required at required at required at
0.5 90° 110° 110°
Smooth transition is Smooth transition is Smooth transition is

required at required at required at
1.13 506 Overlap (Picture – See the ISO 0.5 Not permitted
5817 standard)
1.18 516 Root porosity Spongy formation at the 0.5 Not permitted
root of a weld due to
bubbling of the weld metal
at the moment of
solidification (e. g. lack of
gas backing)
1.19 517 Poor restart - 0.5 Not permitted
1.22 601 Stray arc - 0.5 Not permitted
1.23 602 Spatter - 0.5 Not permitted Not permitted

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Appendix A2.1
Title:
VT – Acceptance level –EN ISO 10042:2005
A1.1-4. VISUAL EXAMINATION

A1.1-4.1. General This section describes to the acceptance levels c.f EN ISO 10042 for
use at visual examination of welds.

applies.
EN ISO 10042:2005, Welding - Arc-welded joints in aluminium and
its alloys - Quality levels for imperfections;
ISO 6520-1:1998, Welding and allied processes - Classification of
geometric imperfections in metallic materials - Part 1: Fusion
welding.

A1.1-6.1. General The acceptance level of the visual examination must be in accordance
with at relevant drawings, EN ISO 10042 and the additional
requirements given in Table A2.1-1.
For this table the definition given in EN 10042 for used symbols (d, s,
a, etc.) apply.
The requirements given at drawing must take priority to the requirements

given EN ISO 10042 and this specification.

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Table A2.1-1, Additional requirements - EN ISO 10042

Ref. to Limits for imperfections for quality level
ISO Imperfections t
No Remarks
6520- designation [mm] SWP-EC-1-std SWP-EC-1- SWP-EC-2-std SWP-EC-2- SWP-EC-3-std SWP-EC3-
:1998 High High High
1 Surface imperfections
1.2 104 Crater crack See text in EN ISO 10042 0,5 Not permitted
1.6 2017 Surface Pore See text in EN ISO 10042 0,5 d 0.3 s, but max 3 mm d 0.1 s, but max 1 mm d 0.1 s, but max 1 mm
d 0.3 a, but max 3 mm d 0.1 a, but max 1 mm d 0.1 a, but max 1 mm
Y/X must be > 2 Y/X must be > 2 Y/X must be > 2

X: Maximum 2 mm. X: Maximum 2 mm X: Maximum 2 mm
Allowable number of Allowable number of Allowable number of

imperfections is described in imperfections is described in imperfections is described in
foot note 3. foot note 3. foot note 3.
1.7 2025 End crater pipe 0,5 h 0.4 t, max 3 mm h 0.2 t, max 1,5 mm
Y/X must be > 2 Y/X must be > 2
1.8 401 Lack of Fusion See diagram in EN ISO 10042 0,5

(incomplete Not permitted
fusion)
3
For welds > 500 mm: Max 3 imperfections per any 5000 mm of weld, For welds < 500 mm: Max 1 imperfection per weld.

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Imperfections t
No ISO Remarks
6520
designation [mm] SWP-EC-1-std SWP-EC-1- SWP-EC-2-std SWP-EC-2- SWP-EC-3-std SWP-EC3-
High High High
1.9 4021 Incomplete root See diagram in EN ISO 10042 0,5 Not permitted
penetration
5011 Continuous See text and diagram in EN 0,5 h 0,1t Not permitted
undercut ISO 10042 max 0,5 mm
1.10 5012 Intermittent 0,5 h 0,1t Not permitted
undercut max 1 mm
(short
imperfection)
1.11 502 Excess weld See text and diagram in EN 0,5 h 1,5mm +0,2b max. 5 mm h 1,5mm+0,15b max. 4 mm h 1,0 mm+0,1b max. 3 mm
metal ISO 10042
(reinforcement)
505 Incorrect weld 90° 110° 130°
toe, transition
– Butt welds 0,5 Smooth transition is required at Smooth transition is required at Smooth transition is required at
505 Incorrect weld 0,5 90° 110° 110°

toe, transition
– Fillet welds Smooth transition is required at Smooth transition is required at Smooth transition is required at

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Imperfections t
No ISO Remarks
6520
High High High
1.14 504 Excess See diagram in EN ISO 10042 0,5 h 1,5mm+0,15b max. 4 mm h 1,0mm+ 0,1b max. 3 mm h 0,1b max. 2 mm
penetration
1.15 506 Overlap See diagram in EN ISO 10042 0,5 Not permitted
1.16 509 Sagging See text and diagram in EN 0,5 Not permitted Not permitted
511 Incompletely ISO 10042
filled groove
1.18 515 Root concavity See text and diagram in EN 0,5 Short imperfection: Not permitted
5013 Shrinkage ISO 10042
groove h 0,05t max 0,5 mm
1.19 517 Poor restart 0,5 Not permitted Not permitted Not permitted
1.22 601 Stray arc 0,5 Not permitted Not permitted Not permitted
1.23 602 Spatter 0,5 Not permitted Not permitted Not permitted

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Imperfections t
No ISO Remarks
6520
High High High
2 Internal Imperfections
2.2 1001 Microcrack See text in EN ISO 10042 0,5 Not permitted Not permitted Not permitted
2.3 2011 Gas pore See text in EN ISO 10042 0,5 d 0,4 s or 0,4 a d 0,2 s or 0,2 a d 0,15 s or 0,15 a
but max. 4 mm but max. 4 mm but max. 3 mm
2.7 2015 Elongated cavity - 0,5 Weld length<25mm: Weld length<25mm: Weld length<25mm:
Not permitted Not permitted Not permitted
2016 Wormhole
Weld length 25mm: Weld length 25mm: Weld length 25mm:
l 0,4s or 0,4a but max 6 mm l 0,3s or 0,3a but max 4 mm l 0,2s or 0,2a but max 3 mm
2.8 303 Oxide inclusions See text and diagram in EN 0,5 Short imperfections Not permitted
ISO 10042
– summation of oxide
inclusions l 0,2 s or 0,2 a
but max. 3 mm
2.9 3041 Tungsten - 0,5 Weld length<25mm: Weld length<25mm: Weld length<25mm:
inclusion Not permitted Not permitted Not permitted
Weld length 25mm: Weld length 25mm: Weld length 25mm:

l 0,4s or 0,4a, but max 6 mm l 0,3s or 0,3a, but max 4 mm l 0,15s or 0,15a max 2 mm
2.11 402 Lack of See diagram in EN ISO 10042 0,5 Not permitted
penetration

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Imperfections t
No ISO Remarks
6520
High High High
3 Imperfections in Joint Geometry
3.1 507 Linear See text and diagram in EN 0,5 h 0.4t to max. 4 mm, unless h 0.3 t to max. 3 mm, unless h 0,1t
misalignment ISO 10042 more strict tolerances are stated more strict tolerances are stated max 1,5 mm, unless more strict
on the drawing on the drawing tolerances are stated on the
Plates and longitudinal welds drawing
See text and diagram in EN 0,5 h 0.4 t to max. 4 mm, unless h 0.3 t to max. 3 mm, unless h 0,1t
ISO 10042 more strict tolerances are stated more strict tolerances are stated max 2 mm, unless more strict
on the drawing on the drawing tolerances are stated on the
Circumferential welds drawing
3.2 617 Incorrect root gap See text and diagram in EN 0,5 h 1 mm + 0,2a max. 3 mm 0,5mm +0,15a max. 2 mm h 0,5mm +0,1a max. 1 mm
4
for fillet welds ISO 10042
4 Multiple Imperfections
4.1 Multiple See diagram in EN ISO 10042 0,5 The sum of the acceptable Not permitted Not permitted
imperfections imperfections in any cross section
shall not exceed
0.4t or 0.4a.
Also the imperfections must only be

short imperfections
4
It is not acceptable to compensated for non-acceptable gabs

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Appendix A5.1
Title:
MT – Testing technique – EN ISO 17638
A5.1-1. SCOPE
A5.1-1.1. General This appendix defines examination conditions and performance of the
magnetic particle testing, when it must be preformed in line of direction
with EN ISO 17638.

applies.
EN ISO 9934-1, Non-destructive testing - Magnetic particle
testing - Part 1: General principles.
testing - Part 2: Detection media;
testing - Part 3: Equipment;
EN ISO 17638, Non-destructive testing of welds – Magnetic
particle testing.
A7.1-5. TESTING SYSTEMS

A7.1-5.1. General The testing system (equipment/detection media) to use at the
examination of a specific construction will be described with use of the
syntaxes listed in Table A5.1-1, and Table A5.1-2, e.g “1-C”.
If nothing is specified then the testing system “1-C” or “1-F” must be
used.
Table A5.1- 1, Testing equipment
Used syntax Requirements
1 Alternating current (A.C) electromagnetic yoke with flexible legs.
2 Current flow equipment with prods.
3 Magnetic equipment with flexible cable or coil.
4 Central conductor.
5 Magnetic induction.
6 Equipment enabling multiple magnetizing techniques.

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Table A5.1-2, Detection media

Used syntax Requirements
C Colored detection media as per the requirements in EN ISO 9934-2.
The use of dry powder is not acceptable.
F Fluorescent detection media as per the requirements in EN ISO 9934-2
A7.1-6. CALIBRATION
A7.1-6.1. General The magnetizing equipment must conform the requirements in EN ISO
17638.
It is required that testing of the lifting power must be made at the yoke’s
maximum pole spacing.
A7.1-7. EXAMINATION CONDITIONS

A7.1-7.1. Facilities It is required that the necessary testing facilities have been established,
so the personnel are able to perform the examination in an
environment meeting the requirements for viewing conditions as per
EN 3059.
The facility must have a size that does not reduce the operator’s ability
to carry out a correct examination.
It will not be acceptable to use a higher UV-A radiation and a higher

ambient white light with the fluorescent examination technique, even if
it can be shown that contrast between indications and the surroundings
are maintained.
A7.1-7.2. Using of colored When a colored detection media is used for the examination, it is
detection media required that the zone to be examined must be covered with a layer of
white paint with a maximum thickness of 50 m.
A7.1-8. PERFORMANCE OF EXAMINATION

A7.1-8.1. General The examination conditions and performance of the examination must
be in accordance with EN ISO 17638, EN 9934-1, and the additional
requirements defined in A7.1-8.2 to A7.1-8.8.
A7.1-8.2. Time for examination It is required that prior to examination with fluorescent technique that
– Fluorescent the operator waits as minimum 5 minutes inside the testing facility
technique before performing the examination.
Note:
This requirement is to ensure that the operator’s eyes become adapted
to the reduced background lighting.
A7.1-8.3. Tangential magnetic The examination must be carried out when a tangential magnetic field
field strength of 2kA/m to 6kA/m is obtained in the area to be tested.

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A7.1-8.4. Viewing conditions The examination must be carried out with the naked eye or at a
maximum magnification of x3 with viewing conditions in conformity with
EN 3059. The product must not be exposed to brighter illumination until
the investigation is done with fluorescent detection media.
A7.1-8.5. Field direction The approximate direction of magnetization related to the weld
direction must, whenever practicable, be as specified in EN ISO 17638.
When using the testing equipment defined with the syntax “1” in Table
A5.1-1, it is required that the magnetizing of the surface must be done
in two perpendicular directions.
A7.1-8.6. Overall performance Before start-up of any examination session an overall performance test
test of the system sensitivity must be carried out on site.
The test must be designed to ensure a proper functioning of the entire

chain of parameters including the equipment, the magnetic field
strength, and direction, surface characteristics, detecting media, and
illumination.
Also that the adequacy of the surface flux density has been established
in the outer zone of the inspection area through one or more of the
methods listed hereafter before the testing of a specific construction is
started:
a) By measuring the tangential field strength as close as possible to

the surface. Information on this is given in EN ISO 9934-3.
b) By measuring the tangential field strength and intensity through the
use of a Castrol strip type 2 or Castrol strip type A.
c) By the use of other methods based on established principles,
approved by SWP in writing.
Note:
It is not acceptable or possible to use a “Berttold cross” for
measurement of the field strength.
A7.1-8.7. Using of prods When using the testing equipment defined with the syntax “2” in Table
A5.1-1, it is required that areas where the prods have had contact with
the construction and the areas located in a diameter of 10 mm 360°
around this area are grounded.
Thereafter the area must be re-tested by the use of testing equipment

defined with the syntax “1”, where it must be verified that this area is
meeting the specified severity level
A7.1-8.8. Reporting A test report describing the subjects in clause 5.14 of EN ISO 17638
must be compiled

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Appendix A7.1
Title:
PT – Testing technique – EN 571-1
A7.1-1. SCOPE
penetrant testing, when it must be preformed in line of direction with
EN 571-1.

applies.
EN 571-1, Non destructive testing - Penetrant testing - Part 1:
General principles;
EN ISO 3452-2, Non-destructive testing - Penetrant testing -
Part 2: Testing of penetrant materials.
A7.1-3. TESTING SYSTEMS

A7.1-3.1. General Only approved product families, or product families released by SWP,
must be used for the testing.
The testing products to be used must be included in Table 1 of EN 571-

1, with the reservations listed hereafter.
The use of Penetrant designated as “Type III” (Dual purpose
color contrast Penetrant) is not acceptable;
The use of Developer designated as “a” (Dry)” is not
acceptable.
A7.1-3.2. Sensivity The used product must, as a minimum, be able to indicate a sensitivity
level 3 for a penetrant type 1 and sensitivity level 2 for penetrant type
2, achieved by testing the reference block type 1 as described in EN
ISO 3452-2.
A7.1-4. EXAMINATION CONDITIONS

A7.1-4.1. Facilities It is required that the necessary testing facilities have been established,
so the personnel are able to perform the examination in an
environment meeting the requirements for viewing conditions as per
EN 3059.

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The facility must have a size that does not reduce the operator’s ability
to carry out a correct examination.
It will not be acceptable to use a higher UV-A radiation and a higher

ambient white light with the fluorescent examination technique, even if
it can be shown that contrast between indications and the surroundings
are maintained.
A7.1-5. PERFORMANCE OF EXAMINATION

A7.1-5.1. General The examination conditions and performance of the examination must
be in accordance with EN 571-1, and the additional requirements
defined in A7.1-5.2 to A7.1-5.5
A7.1-5.2. Time for examination It is required that prior to examination with fluorescent technique that
– Fluorescent the operator waits as minimum 5 minutes inside the testing facility
technique before performing the examination.
Note:
This requirement is to ensure that the operator’s eyes become adapted
to the reduced background lighting.
A7.1-5.3. Viewing conditions The examination must be carried out with the naked eye or at a
maximum magnification of x3 with viewing conditions in conformity with
EN 3059. The product must not be exposed to brighter illumination until
the investigation is done with fluorescent detection media.
A7.1-5.4. Overall performance Before start-up of any examination session an overall performance test
test of the system sensitivity must be carried out on site.
The test must be designed to ensure a proper functioning of the entire

chain of parameters including the equipment, surface characteristics,
detecting media, and illumination where it as a minimum is required
that the operator performs the verification listed hereafter.
The actual penetrant system sensitivity must be verified by the use
of reference block type 2 acc. to EN ISO 3452-3;
The viewing conditions and functionality of the equipment must be
verified.”
A7.1-5.5. Reporting A test report describing the subjects in clause 9 of EN 571-1 must be
compiled.

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Appendix A10.1
Title:
UT – Acceptance levels – EN ISO 11666
A10.1-1. SCOPE
A10.1-1.1. General This section describes to the acceptance levels c.f EN ISO 11666, for
use at ultrasonic testing of welds.
applies.
EN ISO 11666, Non-destructive testing of welds – Ultrasonic
testing – Acceptance levels;
testing – Characterization of indications in welds.

A10.1-3.1. General The acceptance level of the ultrasonic examination must be in
accordance with EN ISO 11666 and the additional requirements listed
A10.1-3.2.
A10.1-3.2. Characterization When taking indication above the evaluation level into account planar
indications indication is not acceptable. For non-planar indication the
acceptance level in EN ISO 11666 must apply.
Characterization of indication must be made in accordance with EN

ISO 23279.

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Appendix A11.1
Title:
UT – Performance of the ultrasonic examination – EN ISO 17640
A11.1-1. SCOPE
ultrasonic examination, when the testing must be preformed in line of
direction with EN ISO 17640.

applies.
testing – Techniques, testing levels and assessment;

A11.1-3.1. General Examination conditions and performance of the examination must be in
accordance with EN ISO 17640, and the additional requirements
defined in A11.1-3.2 to A11.1-3.10.
A11.1-3.2. Setting of reference The examination must be performed by using Technique 1 or

level Technique 2 where the probes described in Table A11.1- 1 must be
used when the setting of references and the actual evaluation is
performed.
In case of disagreements between the manufacturer and SWP

concerning sizing of defects the probes defined Table A11.1- 2 must be
used for sizing of the defects.
The examination must not be performed by using Technique 3 or

Technique 4 unless a working procedure and acceptance levels for the
examination level have been agreed in writing with SWP before starting
up of the examination.

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Table A11.1- 1, Ultrasonic probes frequencies

Requirements - Technique 1
Thickness range, t Transverse wave probe Longitudinal wave probe
in mm frequency in MHz frequency in Mhz
6 t < 15 4 4 to 5
15 t < 40 2 2 to 5
40 t < 100 2 2 to 5
100 t < 250 - 4 to 5
Requirements - Technique 2
6 t < 15 4 4 to 5
15 t < 40 2 to 4 2 to 5
40 t < 100 2 2 to 5
100 t < 250 - 4 to 5
Table A11.1- 2, Probes to be used at sizing of a defect
6 t < 15 MWB 4 MSEB 4
15 t < 70 SWB 2 SEB 4
70 t < 250 After further agreement with B4S
SWP
A11.1-3.3. Extent of the If nothing else is specified in the specification from SWP, then it is not
examination for required that examination for transverse indication is preformed unless
transverse indication. suspicion of such occurs.
A11.1-3.4. Probe angles At the examination it is required that a probe which ensures that the
weld fusion faces is examined at, or at near as possible to normal
incidence. As near as possible is defined as maximum ± 8° to normal
incidence.
A11.1-3.5. Parent metal testing The parent metal, in the scanning zone area, must be examined with
straight beam probes before the welding process is started but after the
product has obtained it’s final shape and is ready for welding, or after
the welding process has been completed.
A11.1-3.6. Angles of incidence The testing must conform to the requirements in ISO 17640. In addition
it is required that the scanning plan includes the use of a 70° probe
which shall be used at scanning of all “L-scans probe positions”.

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Note
If the used of this 70° probe does not fulfill the requirements in ISO
17640 to angle of incidence etc., then the testing must be made with an
additional probe(s), which meets the requirement in ISO 17640.
A11.1-3.7. Testing level The required testing level in Table 2 (see page 5) for the weld quality
level in question must be used at the examination.
A11.1-3.8. Specific scanning When the product specific specification specified the option “Scanning
plan plan – Annex A20-1”, then it is required that the specified weld is tested
in accordance with the description in “Appendix A20–1 - Structural L-
joints – Type 1”
A11.1-3.9. Characterization Indication must be characterized in accordance with EN ISO 23279
indications
A11.1-3.10. Test report A test report describing subjects in clause 13 of EN ISO 17640 must be
compiled.
All unacceptable indications above the recording level must be

included in the examination report

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Appendix A12.1
Title:
UT – Performance of the ultrasonic examination – EN 1714
A12.1-1. SCOPE
ultrasonic examination, when the testing must be preformed in line of
direction with EN 1714.

applies.
EN I714:1997, Non destructive examination of welds -
Ultrasonic examination of welded joints;

A12.1-3.1. General Examination conditions and performance of the examination must be in
accordance with EN 1714, and the additional requirements defined in
A12.1-3.2 to A12.1-3.10.
A12.1-3.2. Setting of reference The examination must be performed by using Method 1 or Method 2
level where the probes described in Table A12.1- 1 must be used when the
setting of references and the actual evaluation is performed.
In case of disagreements between the manufacturer and SWP

concerning sizing of defects the probes defined Table A12.1- 2 must be
used for sizing of the defects.
The examination must not be performed by using Method 3 or Tandem

examination unless a working procedure and acceptance levels for the
examination level have been agreed in writing with SWP before starting
up of the examination.

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Table A12.1- 1, Ultrasonic probes frequencies

Requirements - Method 1
6 t < 15 4 4 to 5
15 t < 40 2 2 to 5
40 t < 100 2 2 to 5
100 t < 250 - 4 to 5
Requirements - Method 2
6 t < 15 4 4 to 5
15 t < 40 2 to 4 2 to 5
40 t < 100 2 2 to 5
100 t < 250 - 4 to 5
Table A12.1- 2, Probes to be used at sizing of a defect
6 t < 15 MWB 4 MSEB 4
15 t < 70 SWB 2 SEB 4
70 t < 250 After further agreement with B4S
SWP
A12.1-3.3. Extent of the If nothing else is specified in the specification from SWP, then it is not
examination for required that examination for transverse indication is preformed unless
transverse indication. suspicion of such occurs.
A12.1-3.4. Probe angles At the examination it is required that a probe which ensures that the
weld fusion faces is examined at, or at near as possible to normal
incidence. As near as possible is defined as maximum ± 8° to normal
incidence.
A12.1-3.5. Parent metal testing The parent metal, in the scanning zone area, must be examined with
straight beam probes before the welding process is started but after the
product has obtained it’s final shape and is ready for welding, or after
the welding process has been completed.

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A12.1-3.6. Angles of incidence The testing must conform to the requirements in ISO 1714. In addition
it is required that the scanning plan includes the use of a 70° probe
which shall be used at scanning of all “L-scans probe positions”.
Note
If the used of this 70° probe does not fulfill the requirements in ISO
1714 to angle of incidence etc., then the testing must be made with an
additional probe(s), which meets the requirement in ISO 1714.
A12.1-3.7. Testing level The required testing level in Table 3 (see page 6) for the weld quality
level in question must be used at the examination.
A12.1-3.8. Specific scanning When the product specific specification specified the option “Scanning
plan plan – Annex A20-1”, then it is required that the specified weld is tested
in accordance with the description in “Appendix A20–1 - Structural L-
joints – Type 1”
A12.1-3.9. Characterization Indication must be characterized in accordance with EN ISO 23279

indications
A12.1-3.10. Test report A test report describing subjects in clause 13 of EN 1714 must be
compiled.
All unacceptable indications above the recording level must be

included in the examination report

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Appendix A20–1 - Structural L-joints – Type 1

Figure A20-1, Structural L-joints – Type 1 - Weld placed outside the transition zone between the
web and flange
Key for tables:
L-scan: Scan for longitudinal indications using angle beam probes.
N-scan: Scan using straight beam probe.
T-scan: Scan for transverse indications using angle beam probes.
p: Full skip distance.
SZW: Scanning zone width.
Pos 8
44
Po
Pos 9
s
os
43
P
Po
45
s
s
Po
46
Pos 7
Exami- Thickness of Longitudinal indication

nation the parent
level. material Required numbers of: Total Notes
numbers
Probe Probe positions SZW Probe of scan
angles positions
L-scan N-scan (0º)
2) 1)
8 t < 15 1 Pos 7, 8, and 9 1.25p Pos 10 4 -
B
2) 1)
15 t 2 Pos 7, 8, and 9 1.25p Pos 10 7 -
1)
Focus in the weld area. If position 10 is not accessible, then 0 must be replaced with an 80° angle beam probe.
Positions for 80 :
8 mm t < 40mm, position 8 or 9, (1.25p) ;
t 40mm, position 8 and 9, ( 0.75p).
2)
If the SZW at position 7 is too small to make the full scan, then the maximum possible SZW must be used.

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Appendix B1.1
Title:
Static Test – Internal SWP - Test specification – Ver. 1
B1.1-1. SCOPE OF WORK

B1.1-1.1. General The specification specifies requirements for verification of the equipment’s
mechanical strength by a static test.
Note
The procedure is aimed at verifying lifting, transportation, and installation
equipment for SWP based on the internal procedure and guideline at
SWP.
B1.1-1.2. Conflicts In case of conflicts between the requirements of this document and the
standards, codes, and other specifications used, the strictest requirement
must be met.
B1.1-1.3. Cross-references For cross-references to tables or clauses in this specification, no reference

will be given to the document number of the specification.
For cross-references to tables or clauses in documents other than this

document, a subsequent reference will be given to the number of the
document in question, e.g., “table 1 of EN 10204.”
B1.1-2. NORMATIVE REFERENCES

B1.1-2.1. General Normative references are cited at appropriate places in the text. The
below. For dated references, any subsequent amendments to or revisions
of these publications apply to this specification only if they have been
included through amendment or revision. For undated references, the
latest edition of the referenced publication applies.
EN 10204, Metallic products - Types of inspection documents;

ISO 7500-1, Metallic materials - Verification of static uniaxial testing
machines - Part 1: Tension/compression testing machines -
Verification and calibration of the force-measuring system;
ASTM E4-10, Standard Practices for Force Verification of Testing
Machine.
B1.1-3. DEFINITIONS
B1.1-3.1. Construction’s The term “Construction’s main dimensions” means measurements
main dimensions indicated in the drawing in question with the syntax “Dim. Test 1- ” or “Dim.
Test 2-”.
B1.1-3.2. SWP The term “SWP” means Siemens Wind Power.

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B1.1-3.3. Supplier The term “Supplier” means the manufacturer that has received the
purchase order for the supply of the proof load test.
B1.1-3.4. Static test The term “Static test” means the process of applying load on a system or
device and measuring its response.
This test is carried out on individual items of equipment and involves
loading them to a pre-determined stress that is normally slightly in excess
of the rated working load limit of the equipment.
The purpose of this test is to demonstrate that the equipment is capable of
lifting and/or transporting the load for which it is rated without being
damaged or permanently deformed.
B1.1-3.5. WLL The term “WLL” means Working Load Limit.
B1.1-4. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

B1.1-4.1. Load test equipment
B1.1-4.1.1. Tension and compression testing machines
B1.1-4.1.1.1. General The tension/compression testing machines used for load verification must
comply with the requirements in ISO 7500-1 for class 2.
As an alternative to ISO 7500-1, it will be acceptable to use ASTM E4-10 if

the supplier provides documentation showing that the equipment used
does not exceed the maximum permissible values given for “Class 2” in
table 2 of ISO 7500-1.
B1.1-4.1.1.2. Verification Test equipment must be verified according to ISO 7500-1 and at intervals
routines not exceeding 12 months.
B1.1-4.1.2. Test tools In some cases, product specific tools are needed in order to perform the
tension/compression test.
In this case, the tool to use will be described and specified by SWP. The
description will be included in the specification basis.
Note
The tool shall not be manufactured in subsequent orders from SWP even
though it is defined in the purchase order.
B1.1-4.2. Static test

B1.1-4.2.1. Time for the After all steel work, welding and NDT activities but before application of
testing the surface corrosion protection system, the construction must be proof
load tested unless otherwise agreed with SWP.
B1.1-4.2.2. General The test must be conducted by applying a static load under the conditions
described in the drawing in the region “Parameter for static test”.

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The region will specify the parameters listed hereafter;

Required static force (F) to use for the test;
Location of load attachment point;
Location of attachment points;
Any required test tool.
B1.1-4.2.3. Monitoring of the Unless otherwise specified in the product specific specification the entire
test process for performance of the static test must be monitored by an
examining and testing body accredited by the International Association of
Classification Societies (IACS).
A list of members of IACS can be found on: http://www.iacs.org.uk.
B1.1-4.2.4. Testing procedure The attachment must be loaded through its suspension and load
attachment points so the required load(s) and lines of force will be as
indicated in the drawing in the region “Parameter for static test”.
In this region of the drawing, a number of test sequences might be

specified. Each individual test sequence is indicated with the text “Test
Sequence no. 1”, “Test Sequence no. 2”, “Test Sequence no. 3”, etc.
The static force F (±2%) as defined for each individual test sequence must
be applied without shock for a minimum period of 5 minutes.
B1.1-4.2.5. Acceptance The acceptance criteria for the test of each individual testing sequence are
criteria as listed hereafter:
The construction must be able to withstand the required force without
permanent geometrical deformation or visible defects, cracks, or
damage.
B1.1-4.3. Monitoring,
inspection and
testing
B1.1-4.3.1. Monitoring of the The appointed representative must monitor the static test and verify that
test the test is carried out with the correct parameters.
When the test is performed, the representative must compile a monitoring

report.
The monitoring report must include at least the following:

Specification basis used;
Date of performance of the test;
Description of equipment and tools used, incl. serial number and
calibration status;
Photos of each individual testing sequence;
Name of the testing personnel;
Applied force for each individual testing sequence;
Evaluation of the performance of each individual testing sequence and
it’s compliance with the specification basis used.

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B1.1-4.4. As-built
documentation
B1.1-4.4.1. General A package with as-built documentation with the result of the static test
must be compiled. The documentation must include at least the following:
Siemens Wind Power material number;
The construction ID number;
Supplier of the construction;
Name of the manufacturer performing the steelwork and welding;
Name of the manufacturer performing the static test;
Proof load applied in the static test
Monitoring report;
WLL (if relevant);
Maximum net weight (if relevant);
Specification basis used (drawings/purchase specification, etc.).’
The as-built documentation must be of the type 3.1-EN 10204 inspection

document.
B1.1-4.4.2. Release activities

B1.1-4.4.3. General Before final release of the construction, the supplier must systematically
review the as-built documentation in order to verify that defined
requirements are met.


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Furthermore the procedure for performance of the static test is also

Clause 4 and relevant appendixes defined NDT-requirements at testing of

Clause 5 and relevant appendixes defined NDT-requirements at testing of

1.2. Cross-references For cross-references to tables or clauses in this specification no reference

For cross-references to tables or clauses in other than this document a

Siemens Wind Power A/S

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3.2. PT The term “PT” means penetrant testing.

3.3. SWP The term “SWP” means Siemens Wind Power.

3.4. RT The term “RT” means Radiographic testing.

3.5. UT The term “UT” means ultrasonic testing.

3.6. VT The term “VT” means visual testing.

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4. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS - NDT-REQUIREMENTS AT TESTING OF FUSION-WELDED

The acceptance level and examination standard to be used for steel

Table 1, Hold time before NDT for steel constructions

Weld size (mm)

Siemens Wind Power A/S

Table 2, Requirements for the performance of NDT for Steel

Siemens Wind Power A/S

5. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS, NDT-REQUIREMENTS AT TESTING OF FUSION-WELDED

The acceptance level and examination standard to be used for aluminum

Table 3, Requirements for the performance of NDT for Aluminum

PT Acceptance Level 3X as specified in EN Level 2X as specified in EN ISO 23277.

Examination Examination technique must be performed in accordance with EN 571-1 and

RT Acceptance Level 3 as specified in EN Level 2 as specified in EN Level 1 as specified in EN

Siemens Wind Power A/S

VT – Acceptance levels – EN ISO 5817 :2004

A1.1-1. VISUAL EXAMINATION

A1.1-3. TESTING TECHNIQUE

The requirements given at drawing must take priority to the requirements

Siemens Wind Power A/S

Table A1.1-1, Additional requirements - EN ISO 5817

1.3 2017 Surface pore Maximum dimensions for 0.5 d 0.3 s

Allowable number of Allowable number of

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Table A1.1-1, Additional requirements - EN ISO 5817 - Continued

1.5 401 Lack of - 0.5

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Table A1.1-1, Additional requirements - EN ISO 5817 - Continued

1.12 5051 Incorrect 0.5 90° 110° 130°

0.5 90° 110° 110°

Smooth transition is Smooth transition is Smooth transition is

Siemens Wind Power A/S

VT – Acceptance level –EN ISO 10042:2005

A1.1-4. VISUAL EXAMINATION

A1.1-5. NORMATIVE REFERENCES

A1.1-6. TESTING TECHNIQUE

The requirements given at drawing must take priority to the requirements

Siemens Wind Power A/S

Table A2.1-1, Additional requirements - EN ISO 10042

Y/X must be > 2 Y/X must be > 2 Y/X must be > 2

Allowable number of Allowable number of Allowable number of

Y/X must be > 2 Y/X must be > 2

1.8 401 Lack of Fusion See diagram in EN ISO 10042 0,5

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Table A2.1-1, Additional requirements - EN ISO 10042 - Continued

Ref. to Limits for imperfections for quality level