What is ISO 10893‑6 - Radiographic testing about?
ISO 10893 is a series of international standards on Non-destructive testing of steel tubes that discusses the best procedures and test methods of radiographic testing. ISO 10893‑6 is the sixth part of a series of documents on Non-destructive testing. ISO 10893‑6 specifies requirements for film-based radiographic X-ray testing of the longitudinal or helical weld seams of automated fusion arc-welded steel tubes for the detection of imperfections. ISO 10893‑6 can also apply to the testing of circular hollow sections.
Who is ISO 10893‑6 - Radiographic testing for?
ISO 10893‑6 on Non-destructive testing of steel tubes is beneficial for
- Industrial radiographer
- Manufacturer of steel tubes
Why should you use ISO 10893‑6 - Radiographic testing?
Radiographic Testing (RT) is a non-destructive testing (NDT) method that uses either x-rays or gamma rays to examine the internal structure of manufactured components identifying any flaws or defects. 
ISO 10893‑6 provides guidance on requirements, test methods, test results of radiographic X-ray testing.
As a user of ISO 10893‑6, you can be ensured of requirements for radiographic X-ray testing. With obedience and compliance to ISO 10893‑6, you can efficiently detect undercuts on the inside and outside welds, incomplete penetration in welding, cracks, and other imperfections.
With ISO 10893‑6 you can be ensured that the products consistently meet and exceed quality assurance targets.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN ISO 10893‑6:2019 supersedes BS EN ISO 10893‑6:2011, which is withdrawn.
The main changes compared with the previous edition are as follows
- Evidence about film overlap have been included
- Safety warning for x and gamma rays has been added
- Film side position and location have been clarified
- Requirements for film processing have been specified
- Figures in annex a have been revised
