Table of Contents

1 Scope
2 Normative References
3 Terms, Definitions, and Acronyms
4 Welding Inspection
5 Welding Processes
6 Welding Procedure
7 Welding Materials
8 Welder Qualification
9 Non-destructive Examination
10 Metallurgy
11 Refinery and Petrochemical Plant Welding Issues
Annex A (normative) - Terminology and Symbols
Annex B (normative) - Actions to Address Improperly
        Made Production Welds
Annex C (informative) - Welding Procedure Review
Annex D (normative) - Guide To Common Filler
        Metal Selection
Annex E (informative) - Example Report of RT Results
Bibliography

Abstract

Gives guidance to the API authorized inspector on welding inspection as encountered with fabrication and repair of refinery and chemical plant equipment and piping.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	American Petroleum Institute
Pages
ISBN
Supersedes	API 577 : 2004