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BRAZER/BRAZING OPERATOR PERFORMANCE QUALIFICATIONS (BPQ) (See QB-301, Section IX, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code)
Brazer's Name ____
Stamp ID _____
Testing Conditions and Ranges Qualified
Identification of BPS followed during brazing of test coupon: ____
Specification of First Test Coupon Base Metal: ____
Specification of Second Test Coupon Base Metal: ____
| Brazing Variables | Actual Values | Range Qualified |
|---|---|---|
| Brazing Process(es): | ||
| Type of Brazing (manual, semi-automatic, automatic): | ||
| Base Metal P- or S-Number to P- or S-Number | ||
| □ Plate □ Pipe (enter diameter if pipe or tube) | ||
| First Base Metal thickness(in.): | ||
| Second Base Metal thickness(in.): | ||
| Joint Type(Butt,Lap,Scarf,Socket,etc.) | ||
| If Lap or Socket,Overlap length(in.): | ||
| Joint Clearance(in.): | ||
| Filler Metal(SFA) Specification(s)(info Only): | ||
| Filler Metal Classification(s)(info Only) | ||
| Filler Metal/F-Number: | ||
| Filler Metal Product Form: | ||
| First Brazing Position: | ||
| Second Brazing Position: |
Testing and Results
Visual Examination of Completed Joint: ____ Date of Test: ____
Mechanical Test Peel (QB-462.3) Section (QB-462.4) Tension [QB-462.1(e)]
| Position | Result | Position | Result | Position | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Brazing Supervised by: ____ Company: ____
Mechanical Tests Conducted by: ____ Company: ____
Specimens Evaluated by: ____ Company: ____
Lab Test No.: ____
We certify that the statements in this record are correct and that the test coupons were prepared, brazed, and tested in accordance with the requirements of Section IX of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
Organization ____
Date ____ By ____