ASME BPVC.V-2019 presents the 2019 edition of Section V of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, covering nondestructive examination requirements. The publication includes general requirements and detailed provisions for radiographic, ultrasonic, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, visual, and other examination methods, along with requirements for calibration, evaluation, documentation, personnel qualification, digital imaging, phased array techniques, and time-of-flight diffraction.
This code is a reference for engineers, inspectors, fabricators, manufacturers, quality professionals, and organizations involved in the construction, inspection, testing, and maintenance of boilers and pressure vessels.
Application Scope: Applicable to nondestructive examination activities for boilers, pressure vessels, welds, materials, castings, pumps, valves, and related components covered by the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
