Document ID:	AWS-NAVSEA-B2.1-8-318       Scroll down to access document images

Overview

Title:  Standard Welding Procedure Specification for Naval Applications (SWPS-N) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding of Austenitic Stainless Steel (S-8), 1/8 through 1-1/2 Inch Thick, Mil-3XX, As-Welded Condition, Primarily Pipe for Naval Applications Scope:  This standard contains the essential welding variables for austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 1/8 inch [3 mm] through 1-1/2 inch [38 mm], using manual gas tungsten arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and joint designs for groove and fillet welds. This SWPS-N was developed primarily for naval applications that require performance to NAVSEA Technical Publication S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248, Requirements for Welding and Brazing Procedure and Performance Qualification. Status:  Active Adoption Date:  18-AUG-2020         Next Review Due:  31-JUL-2030 FSC/Area:  THJM Doc Category:   American Welding Society (AWS)   Reaffirmation Date:  01-AUG-2025

Responsibilities

Lead Standardization Activity:  MR  Army Research Laboratory, Weapons and Materials Research Directorate     Adopting Activity: SH  Naval Sea Systems Command (Ship Systems) DoD Interest Level:  / Prepared by DoD activity Coordination:  Full   Army Custodian:  MR   Army Research Laboratory, Weapons and Materials Research Directorate   Navy Custodian:  SH   Naval Sea Systems Command (Ship Systems)   DLA Custodian:  DH   Defense Logistics Agency (DepSO)

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