BS EN 10228-3:1998 describes the techniques to be used for the manual, pulse-echo, ultrasonic testing of forgings manufactured from ferritic and martensitic steel. Mechanized scanning techniques, such as immersion testing, may be used but should be agreed between the purchaser and supplier (see clause 4).

BS EN 10228-3:1998 applies to four types of forgings, classified according to their shape and method of production. Types 1, 2 and 3 are essentially simple shapes. Type 4 covers complex shapes.

BS EN 10228-3:1998 does not apply to: -closed die forgings; - turbine rotor and generator forgings.

Ultrasonic testing of austenitic and austenitic-ferritic stainless steel forgings is the subject of Part 4 of BS EN 10228-3:1998

Cross References:
EN 473
prEN 12668-1
prEN 12668-2
prEN 12668-3
prEN 583-2
prEN 583-5
prEN 12223
prEN 1330