The API RP-2X Specimen Kit is a special kit designed for ultrasonic training according to the API RP-2X standard. It is designed to simulate weld defects in structural components and is used for practice and qualification in offshore and plant construction.

Key features and benefits

• Contains three main tests:
  • 90° T-connector (0.75″ thickness, 20″ weld length)
  • 45° Y-connector
  • 60° Y-connector

• Each sample has four defects, a total of 12 defects , placed in accordance with API Level C criteria

• Fault design follows API RP-2X figure references (Fig. 45 & 48) for uniform acceptance/rejection level

• Supplied with complete documentation: certificate, CAD drawings, measurement and test equipment certificates as well as UT inspection reports and test sheets

Technical specifications

• Material: carbon steel, 0.75″ thickness

• Number of samples: 3

• Number of defects: 12 (4 per sample)

• Geometry types: T-connection, Y-connection 45° and 60°

• Welding length: 20″

• Weight: approx. 113kg (250 lbs)

Areas of application

• Training and experience grants for UT technicians working on structural welds

• Certification preparation for inspection personnel in oil, gas and construction

• Equipment testing and comparison with standard API RP-2X samples

• Use in courses, laboratories and certification centers