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GB/T 42899-2023 in English

GB/T 42899-2023 in English

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Test method for weldability of ocean engineering structural steel

  • Issued on:2023-08-06
  • Implemented on:2024-03-01
  • File Format:PDF
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Price(USD): $430.00
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Standard No: GB/T 42899-2023
Document status: VALID
Title in English: Test method for weldability of ocean engineering structural steel
Title in Chinese: 海洋工程结构钢可焊性试验方法
Language: English
File Format: Electronic (PDF)
Delivery: Via email within 5 business days
Issued on: 2023-08-06
Implemented on: 2024-03-01
ICS Classification: 77.140.60-Steel bars and rods
Chinese Classification: H44-Profile steel and deformed steel
Professional Classification: GB-National Standard
Related Keywords: weldability test method
test method
weldability test
appropriate test method
marine engineering structural steel
Related Topics: Thirteenth Five-Year Ocean Engineering
Marine Engineering
Huge steel structure engineering
Ocean Engineering Twelfth Five-Year Plan
engineering structure
Structural steel welding
Solderability testing method
Offshore engineering white copper

《GB/T 42899-2023海洋工程结构钢可焊性试验方法》由TC183(全国钢标准化技术委员会)归口,TC183SC8(全国钢标准化技术委员会型钢分会)执行,主管部门为中国钢铁工业协会。


Introduction

Interpretation of the National Standard of the People's Republic of China GB/T 42899-2023: Weldability Test Method for Marine Engineering Structural Steel

1. Background of Standard Formulation and Analysis of Technology Evolution

With the rapid development of marine engineering, higher requirements are placed on the welding performance of structural steel. GB/T 42899-2023 is formulated based on the progress of international welding technology and the accumulation of domestic practical experience in recent years, aiming to provide scientific basis and technical support for the weldability test of marine engineering structural steel.

2. Comparison table of standard frameworks

Standard requirements Butt welding test Overlay welding test Controlled thermal strength test (CTS)
Scope of application Steel plates with a thickness of ≤150mm and hot-rolled H-shaped steel with a thickness of ≤63mm Applicable to all marine engineering structural steels Used to evaluate the sensitivity of hydrogen-induced cracking in the heat affected zone of welding
Test methods Including Charpy V-type impact test, fracture mechanics test, etc. Using tungsten inert gas shielded arc welding (TIG) Combined use of restrained fillet welds and free restrained specimens
Technical requirements Must meet the requirements of GB/T 229 and other series of standards Comparison of heat affected zone hardness test with parent material Determination of critical conditions for crack initiation

3. Implementation suggestions section

Implementation suggestions:

  1. Choose the appropriate test method: choose butt welding, cladding or CTS test according to steel type and thickness.
  2. Strictly control welding parameters: ensure that preheating temperature and heat input meet standard requirements.
  3. Pay attention to specimen preparation: select representative test materials and perform low-temperature dehydrogenation treatment to reduce hydrogen content.
  4. Strengthen third-party witnessing: ensure the fairness and validity of test data.

4. Explanation of professional terms

Weldability test: refers to the evaluation of the performance and adaptability of materials under different welding process conditions. For offshore engineering structural steel, its weldability directly affects the reliability and service life of the structure.

Controlled Thermal Strength Test (CTS): By simulating actual welding conditions, the hydrogen-induced crack sensitivity of the material in the heat-affected zone is evaluated to ensure the quality of the welded joint.

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