The current published revisions of the codes and standards NDT programs are built on. We monitor these sources weekly so you can see at a glance whether you're working to the latest release.
Personnel qualification documents, the NDT method standards across MT, PT, UT, RT and ET, the welding, piping, pressure-vessel and aerospace material specifications they are called out from, and the Navy's own NDT and fabrication documents — 171 in all, each with a short note on what it covers. Last checked September 14, 2026.
| Standard | Method | Current revision |
|---|---|---|
| ASNT3 standards | ||
| ANSI/ASNT CP-105Topical Outlines for Qualification of Nondestructive Testing PersonnelTopical outlines (bodies of knowledge) for training NDT personnel in each method and level. SNT-TC-1A and CP-189 point here for what a training course must cover. | — | ANSI/ASNT CP-105 : 2024 |
| ANSI/ASNT CP-189Qualification and Certification of Nondestructive Testing PersonnelANSI standard setting minimum requirements for an employer's NDT personnel qualification and certification program. Stricter than SNT-TC-1A, and requires an ASNT NDT Level III certificate for Level III personnel. | — | ANSI/ASNT CP-189 : 2024 |
| ASNT SNT-TC-1APersonnel Qualification and Certification in Nondestructive TestingASNT's recommended practice for employer-based qualification and certification of NDT personnel: the training, experience, examination and written-practice framework most industrial NDT programs are built on. | — | ASNT SNT-TC-1A : 2024 |
| AIA1 standard | ||
| NAS 410Certification and Qualification of Nondestructive Test PersonnelAerospace industry standard for certification and qualification of NDT personnel, maintained by AIA. The basis for most aerospace and Nadcap written practices, and harmonised with EN 4179. | — | Revision 6 |
| ISO4 standards | ||
| ISO 17636-2Non Destructive Testing of Welds Radiographic Testing Part 2 X and Gamma Ray Techniques with Digital DetectorsRadiographic testing of fusion-welded joints using digital detectors (computed radiography and digital detector arrays), with technique classes and image quality requirements. | — | ISO 17636-2:2022 |
| ISO 9001Quality Management Systems RequirementsRequirements for a quality management system: the basis for most supplier quality registrations and for the documented procedures an NDT program sits inside. | — | ISO 9001:2015 |
| ISO 9712Qualification and Certification of NDT PersonnelInternational scheme for third-party qualification and certification of NDT personnel by an accredited certification body, rather than by the employer. | — | ISO 9712:2021 |
| ISO/IEC 17025General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration LaboratoriesCompetence requirements for testing and calibration laboratories, including impartiality, method validation and measurement traceability. The basis for laboratory accreditation. | — | ISO/IEC 17025:2017 |
| ASTM International68 standards | ||
| ASTM A275Standard Practice for Magnetic Particle Examination of Steel ForgingsPractice for magnetic particle examination of steel forgings, covering technique, magnetising methods and evaluation; acceptance criteria come from the purchase order. | — | ASTM A275/A275M-23 |
| ASTM A388Standard Practice for Ultrasonic Examination of Steel ForgingsPractice for ultrasonic examination of heavy steel forgings by straight and angle beam, including calibration, scanning coverage and recording of indications. | — | ASTM A388/A388M-26 |
| ASTM A435Standard Specification for Straight Beam Ultrasonic Examination of Steel PlatesSpecification for straight-beam ultrasonic examination of steel plates to detect gross internal laminations, with a grid-scan pattern and rejection criteria. | — | ASTM A435/A435M-17(2023) |
| ASTM A578Standard Specification for Straight Beam Ultrasonic Examination of Rolled Steel Plates for Special ApplicationsSpecification for straight-beam ultrasonic examination of rolled steel plates for special applications, with acceptance levels A, B and C selected by the purchaser. | — | ASTM A578/A578M-17(2023) |
| ASTM E1000Standard Guide for RadioscopyGuide to radioscopy (real-time radiography): equipment, image quality, technique variables and system qualification. | — | ASTM E1000-24 |
| ASTM E1004Standard Test Method for Determining Electrical Conductivity using the Electromagnetic Eddy Current MethodTest method for measuring electrical conductivity of nonferrous metals by eddy current, used to verify alloy and heat-treat condition of aluminum parts. | — | ASTM E1004-23 |
| ASTM E1025Standard Practice for Design Manufacture and Material Grouping Classification of Hole Type Image Quality Indicators Iqi Used for RadiologyPractice for the design, manufacture and material grouping of hole-type image quality indicators (IQIs) used in radiography. | — | ASTM E1025-18(2025) |
| ASTM E1030Standard Practice for Radiographic Examination of Metallic CastingsPractice for radiographic examination of metallic castings with film, including technique, IQI selection and film quality requirements. | — | ASTM E1030/E1030M-21 |
| ASTM E1032Standard Practice for Radiographic Examination of Weldments using Industrial X Ray FilmPractice for radiographic examination of weldments using industrial X-ray film: technique, geometry, IQI placement and film quality. | — | ASTM E1032-25 |
| ASTM E1065Standard Practice for Evaluating Characteristics of Ultrasonic Search UnitsPractice for evaluating the characteristics of ultrasonic search units (transducers), including frequency, bandwidth and beam profile measurements. | — | ASTM E1065/E1065M-20(2025) |
| ASTM E1135Standard Test Method for Comparing the Brightness of Fluorescent PenetrantsTest method for comparing the brightness of fluorescent penetrants, used to qualify penetrant materials and check in-use penetrant against a reference sample. | — | ASTM E1135-19(2024) |
| ASTM E114Standard Practice for Ultrasonic Pulse Echo Straight Beam Contact TestingPractice for ultrasonic pulse-echo straight-beam contact testing, covering equipment, reference standards and the basic technique other UT standards build on. | — | ASTM E114-20 |
| ASTM E1161Standard Practice for Radiologic Examination of Semiconductors and Electronic ComponentsPractice for radiologic examination of semiconductors and electronic components. | — | ASTM E1161-21 |
| ASTM E1165Standard Test Method for Measurement of Focal Spots of Industrial X Ray Tubes by Pinhole ImagingTest method for measuring the focal spot of industrial X-ray tubes by pinhole imaging, a factor in radiographic geometric unsharpness. | — | ASTM E1165-20 |
| ASTM E1213Standard Practice for Minimum Resolvable Temperature Difference for Thermal Imaging SystemsPractice for measuring the minimum resolvable temperature difference of thermal imaging systems. | — | ASTM E1213-14(2022) |
| ASTM E1255Standard Practice for RadioscopyPractice for radioscopy, defining system performance, technique and qualification requirements for real-time radiographic examination. | — | ASTM E1255-23 |
| ASTM E127Standard Practice for Fabrication and Control of Flat Bottomed Hole Ultrasonic Standard Reference BlocksPractice for fabricating and controlling aluminum alloy flat-bottom-hole ultrasonic reference blocks, the standard reference blocks for immersion UT of wrought products. | — | ASTM E127-20 |
| ASTM E1311Standard Practice for Minimum Detectable Temperature Difference for Thermal Imaging SystemsPractice for measuring the minimum detectable temperature difference of thermal imaging systems. | — | ASTM E1311-14(2022) |
| ASTM E1316Standard Terminology for Nondestructive ExaminationsStandard terminology for nondestructive examinations: the definitions used across ASTM's NDT standards, arranged by method. | — | ASTM E1316-26b |
| ASTM E1320Standard Reference Radiographs for Titanium CastingsReference radiographs for titanium castings, used to grade discontinuities by type and severity. | — | ASTM E1320-20(2026) |
| ASTM E1324Standard Guide for Measuring Some Electronic Characteristics of Ultrasonic Testing InstrumentsGuide for measuring the electronic characteristics of ultrasonic testing instruments, such as linearity, gain accuracy and pulser performance. | — | ASTM E1324-21(2026) |
| ASTM E1390Standard Specification for Illuminators Used for Viewing Industrial RadiographsSpecification for illuminators (viewers) used to view industrial radiographs, including luminance and variable-intensity requirements. | — | ASTM E1390-21 |
| ASTM E1411Standard Practice for Qualification of Radioscopic SystemsPractice for qualification of radioscopic systems, establishing the performance a system must demonstrate before use. | — | ASTM E1411-23 |
| ASTM E1416Standard Practice for Radioscopic Examination of WeldmentsPractice for radioscopic examination of weldments. | — | ASTM E1416-23 |
| ASTM E1417/E1417MLiquid Penetrant TestingLiquid penetrant testing process requirements for aerospace and other critical parts: material classification, process controls, personnel and equipment. The PT standard most aerospace drawings invoke. | PT | ASTM E1417/E1417M-21e1 |
| ASTM E1441Standard Guide for Computed Tomography CtGuide to computed tomography (CT): principles, system characteristics and factors affecting image quality. | — | ASTM E1441-19(2026) |
| ASTM E1444/E1444MMagnetic Particle Testing for AerospaceMagnetic particle testing process requirements for aerospace and other critical parts: equipment, materials, technique, process controls and personnel. The MT standard most aerospace drawings invoke. | MT | ASTM E1444/E1444M-26 |
| ASTM E1495Standard Guide for Acousto Ultrasonic Assessment of Composites Laminates and Bonded JointsGuide for acousto-ultrasonic assessment of composites, laminates and bonded joints. | — | ASTM E1495/E1495M-17(2025) |
| ASTM E1543Standard Practice for Noise Equivalent Temperature Difference of Thermal Imaging SystemsPractice for measuring the noise-equivalent temperature difference of thermal imaging systems. | — | ASTM E1543-14(2022) |
| ASTM E155Standard Reference Radiographs for Inspection of Aluminum and Magnesium CastingsReference radiographs for inspection of aluminum and magnesium castings, used to grade discontinuities by type and severity. | — | ASTM E155-20(2026) |
| ASTM E1570Standard Practice for Fan Beam Computed Tomographic CT ExaminationPractice for fan-beam computed tomographic (CT) examination. | — | ASTM E1570-19(2026) |
| ASTM E1629Standard Practice for Determining the Impedance of Absolute Eddy Current Probes Astm E1629 12Practice for determining the impedance of absolute eddy current probes. | — | ASTM E1629-12(2025) |
| ASTM E164Standard Practice for Contact Ultrasonic Testing of WeldmentsPractice for contact ultrasonic testing of weldments, covering angle-beam technique, calibration blocks and scanning of welds in plate and pipe. | — | ASTM E164-24 |
| ASTM E1647Standard Practice for Determining Contrast Sensitivity in RadiologyPractice for determining contrast sensitivity in radiology, using a contrast-sensitivity gauge. | — | ASTM E1647-16(2022) |
| ASTM E1648Standard Reference Radiographs for Examination of Aluminum Fusion WeldsReference radiographs for examination of aluminum fusion welds. | — | ASTM E1648-20(2026) |
| ASTM E165/E165MLiquid Penetrant Testing for General IndustryPractice for liquid penetrant testing for general industry: methods A through D, penetrant materials, process steps and interpretation. | PT | ASTM E165/E165M-23 |
| ASTM E1672Standard Guide for Computed Tomography CT System SelectionGuide for selecting a computed tomography (CT) system. | — | ASTM E1672-12(2020) |
| ASTM E1695Standard Test Method for Measurement of Computed Tomography CT System PerformanceTest method for measuring computed tomography (CT) system performance. | — | ASTM E1695-20e1 |
| ASTM E1742/E1742MRadiographic ExaminationPractice for film radiographic examination of aerospace and other critical parts: technique, image quality, film processing and records. The RT standard most aerospace drawings invoke. | RT | ASTM E1742/E1742M-23 |
| ASTM E1814Standard Practice for Computed Tomographic CT Examination of Castings Astm E1814 14Practice for computed tomographic (CT) examination of castings. | — | ASTM E1814-25 |
| ASTM E1815Standard Test Method for Classification of Film Systems for Industrial RadiographyTest method for classifying industrial radiographic film systems by speed, contrast and granularity. | — | ASTM E1815-18(2023) |
| ASTM E1817Standard Practice for Controlling Quality of Radiological Examination by using Representative Quality Indicators RQIs Astm E1817 08Practice for controlling the quality of radiologic examination using representative quality indicators (RQIs). | — | ASTM E1817-26 |
| ASTM E192Standard Reference Radiographs of Investment Steel Castings for Aerospace ApplicationsReference radiographs of investment steel castings for aerospace applications. | — | ASTM E192-20(2026) |
| ASTM E213Standard Practice for Ultrasonic Testing of Metal Pipe and TubingPractice for ultrasonic testing of metal pipe and tubing, using angle-beam techniques and notch reference standards. | — | ASTM E213-22 |
| ASTM E215Standard Practice for Standardizing Equipment and Electromagnetic Examination of Seamless Aluminum Alloy TubePractice for standardising equipment for electromagnetic (eddy current) examination of seamless aluminum alloy tube. | — | ASTM E215-22 |
| ASTM E2375Ultrasonic Testing of Wrought ProductsPractice for ultrasonic testing of wrought products (bar, billet, plate, forgings) by straight and angle beam, with acceptance classes. The successor to MIL-STD-2154 for most aerospace users. | UT | ASTM E2375-26a |
| ASTM E242Standard Reference Radiographs for Appearances of Radiographic Images As Certain Parameters Are Changed Astm E242 15Reference radiographs showing how radiographic images change as exposure parameters change. | — | ASTM E242-15(2026) |
| ASTM E243Standard Practice for Electromagnetic Eddy Current Examination of Copper and Copper Alloy TubesPractice for electromagnetic (eddy current) examination of copper and copper-alloy tubes. | — | ASTM E243-24 |
| ASTM E2533Standard Guide for Nondestructive Testing of Polymer Matrix Composites Used in Aerospace ApplicationsGuide to nondestructive testing of polymer matrix composites used in aerospace applications, surveying the applicable methods. | — | ASTM E2533-21 |
| ASTM E2580Standard Practice for Ultrasonic Testing of Flat Panel Composites and Sandwich Core Materials Used in Aerospace ApplicationsPractice for ultrasonic testing of flat panel composites and sandwich core materials used in aerospace applications. | — | ASTM E2580-24 |
| ASTM E272Standard Reference Radiographs for High Strength Copper Base and Nickel Copper Alloy CastingsReference radiographs for high-strength copper-base and nickel-copper alloy castings. | — | ASTM E272-21 |
| ASTM E3022Standard Practice for Measurement of Emission Characteristics and Requirements for LED UV A Lamps Used in Fluorescent Penetrant and Magnetic Particle TestingPractice for measuring the emission characteristics of, and requirements for, LED UV-A lamps used in fluorescent penetrant and magnetic particle testing. | — | ASTM E3022-26a |
| ASTM E3024Standard Practice for Magnetic Particle Testing for General IndustryPractice for magnetic particle testing for general industry: equipment, materials, technique and process controls outside the aerospace scope of E1444. | — | ASTM E3024/E3024M-22a |
| ASTM E317Performance Characteristics of Ultrasonic Pulse-Echo Testing InstrumentsPractice for evaluating the performance characteristics of ultrasonic pulse-echo instruments and systems without the use of electronic measurement instruments. | UT | ASTM E317-21 |
| ASTM E376Standard Practice for Measuring Coating Thickness by Magnetic Field or Eddy Current Electromagnetic Testing MethodsPractice for measuring coating thickness by magnetic-field or eddy current (electromagnetic) methods. | — | ASTM E376-26 |
| ASTM E390Standard Reference Radiographs for Steel Fusion WeldsReference radiographs for steel fusion welds, used to grade weld discontinuities by type and severity. | — | ASTM E390-20(2026) |
| ASTM E426Standard Practice for Electromagnetic Eddy Current Examination of Seamless and Welded Tubular Products Titanium Austenitic Stainless Steel and Similar AlloysPractice for electromagnetic (eddy current) examination of seamless and welded tubular products of titanium, austenitic stainless steel and similar alloys. | — | ASTM E426-16(2021) |
| ASTM E431Standard Guide to Interpretation of Radiographs of Semiconductors and Related DevicesGuide to interpretation of radiographs of semiconductors and related devices. | — | ASTM E431-96(2022) |
| ASTM E446Standard Reference Radiographs for Steel Castings Up to 2 in 50 8 Mm in ThicknessReference radiographs for steel castings up to 2 in. (50.8 mm) in thickness. | — | ASTM E446-20(2026) |
| ASTM E494Standard Practice for Measuring Ultrasonic Velocity in Materials by Comparative Pulse Echo MethodPractice for measuring ultrasonic velocity in materials by the comparative pulse-echo method. | — | ASTM E494-20(2025) |
| ASTM E543Standard Specification for Agencies Performing Nondestructive TestingSpecification for agencies performing nondestructive testing: the quality system, personnel, equipment and procedure requirements a purchaser can use to evaluate an NDT service provider. | — | ASTM E543-26 |
| ASTM E566Standard Practice for Electromagnetic Eddy Current Magnetic Induction Sorting of Ferrous MetalsPractice for electromagnetic (eddy current, magnetic induction) sorting of ferrous metals by alloy, hardness or heat-treat condition. | — | ASTM E566-24 |
| ASTM E587Standard Practice for Ultrasonic Angle Beam Contact Testing Astm E587 15Practice for ultrasonic angle-beam contact testing, covering equipment, reference standards and technique. | — | ASTM E587-15(2025) |
| ASTM E709Guide for Magnetic Particle TestingGuide for magnetic particle testing: the reference on MT principles, equipment, magnetising techniques, materials and interpretation. | MT | ASTM E709-21 |
| ASTM E747Standard Practice for Design Manufacture and Material Grouping Classification of Wire Image Quality Indicators Iqi Used for RadiologyPractice for the design, manufacture and material grouping of wire image quality indicators (IQIs) used in radiography. | — | ASTM E747-24 |
| ASTM E797Standard Practice for Measuring Thickness by Manual Ultrasonic Pulse Echo Contact MethodPractice for measuring thickness by the manual ultrasonic pulse-echo contact method. | — | ASTM E797/E797M-21 |
| ASTM E801Standard Practice for Controlling Quality of Radiographic Examination of Electronic DevicesPractice for controlling the quality of radiographic examination of electronic devices. | — | ASTM E801-21 |
| ASTM E94Standard Guide for Radiographic Examination using Industrial Radiographic FilmGuide for radiographic examination using industrial radiographic film: technique selection, image quality, IQIs, film processing and records. | — | ASTM E94/E94M-22 |
| ASME14 standards | ||
| ASME B16.5Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings NPS Through NPS 24 Metric Inch StandardPipe flanges and flanged fittings NPS 1/2 through NPS 24: dimensions, pressure-temperature ratings, materials and marking. | — | ASME B16.5 : 2025 |
| ASME B16.9Factory Made Wrought Buttwelding FittingsFactory-made wrought buttwelding fittings: dimensions, tolerances, ratings and testing. | — | ASME B16.9 : 2024 |
| ASME B18.16.6Prevailing Torque Locknuts Inch SeriesPrevailing-torque locknuts, inch series: dimensions, mechanical properties and performance requirements. | — | ASME B18.16.6:2017 |
| ASME B30.10HooksSafety standard for hooks used in lifting: construction, marking, inspection, testing and maintenance. | — | ASME B30.10 : 2024 |
| ASME B30.20Below the Hook Lifting DevicesSafety standard for below-the-hook lifting devices: design, marking, inspection, testing and operation. | — | ASME B30.20 : 2025 |
| ASME B31.1Power PipingPower piping code for piping in electric power stations, industrial plants and heating systems, including the examination and NDE requirements for welds. | — | ASME B31.1 : 2024 |
| ASME B31.3Process PipingProcess piping code for refineries, chemical plants and similar facilities, including the examination, NDE and acceptance criteria for welds. | — | ASME B31.3 : 2024 |
| ASME B31.4Pipeline Transportation Systems for Liquids and SlurriesPipeline transportation systems for liquids and slurries: design, construction, inspection, testing and operation. | — | ASME B31.4 : 2025 |
| ASME B31.8Gas Transmission and Distribution Piping SystemsGas transmission and distribution piping systems: design, construction, inspection, testing and operation. | — | ASME B31.8 : 2025 |
| ASME B31.9Building Services PipingBuilding services piping code for lower-pressure heating, ventilating, air-conditioning and similar piping. | — | ASME B31.9 : 2025 |
| ASME BPVC Section IXBoiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section IX: qualification of welding, brazing and fusing procedures and of the personnel who perform them. | — | BPVC.IX - 2025 |
| ASME BPVC Section VNondestructive Examination (Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code)Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section V, Nondestructive Examination: the NDE method articles (RT, UT, MT, PT, ET, VT, leak, AE) invoked by the construction codes and B31. | — | BPVC.V - 2025 |
| ASME BPVC Section VIII Div 1Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII Division 1: rules for construction of pressure vessels, including joint efficiency, examination and NDE requirements. | — | BPVC.VIII.1 - 2025 |
| ASME NQA-1Quality Assurance Requirements for Nuclear Facility ApplicationsQuality assurance requirements for nuclear facility applications: the QA program standard invoked by nuclear owners and their suppliers. | — | ASME NQA-1 : 2026 |
| American Welding Society44 standards | ||
| AWS A1.1Metric practice guide for the welding industry. | — | A1.1:2026 |
| AWS A2.4Standard symbols for welding, brazing and nondestructive examination: how welds and required examinations are called out on drawings. | — | A2.4:2020 |
| AWS A3.0Standard welding terms and definitions, including those for brazing, soldering, thermal cutting and thermal spraying. | — | A3.0:2025 |
| AWS A5.1Specification for carbon steel electrodes for shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). | — | A5.1/A5.1M:2025 |
| AWS A5.10Specification for bare aluminum and aluminum-alloy welding electrodes and rods. | — | A5.10/A5.10M:2023 |
| AWS A5.11Specification for nickel and nickel-alloy welding electrodes for shielded metal arc welding. | — | A5.11/A5.11M:2025 |
| AWS A5.12Specification for tungsten and oxide-dispersed tungsten electrodes for arc welding and cutting. | — | A5.12:2024 |
| AWS A5.14Specification for nickel and nickel-alloy bare welding electrodes and rods. | — | A5.14/A5.14M:2026 |
| AWS A5.18Specification for carbon steel electrodes and rods for gas shielded arc welding (GMAW and GTAW). | — | A5.18/A5.18M:2025 |
| AWS A5.22Specification for stainless steel flux cored and metal cored welding electrodes and rods. | — | A5.22/A5.22M:2024 |
| AWS A5.29Specification for low-alloy steel electrodes for flux cored arc welding. | — | A5.29/A5.29M:2026 |
| AWS A5.32Specification for welding shielding gases: composition, purity and classification. | — | A5.32:2021 tracked by hand |
| AWS A5.4Specification for stainless steel electrodes for shielded metal arc welding. | — | A5.4/A5.4M:2012 |
| AWS A5.5Specification for low-alloy steel electrodes for shielded metal arc welding. | — | A5.5/A5.5M:2022 |
| AWS A5.9Specification for bare stainless steel welding electrodes and rods. | — | A5.9/A5.9M:2022 |
| AWS B1.10Guide for the nondestructive examination of welds: which methods find which discontinuities, and their limitations. | — | B1.10:2016 |
| AWS B1.11Guide for the visual examination of welds, including the discontinuities visual inspection can and cannot find. | — | B1.11:2015 |
| AWS B2.1Specification for welding procedure and performance qualification, the AWS counterpart to ASME Section IX. | — | B2.1/B2.1M:2026 |
| AWS B4.0Standard methods for mechanical testing of welds: tension, bend, hardness, impact and fracture tests. | — | B4.0:2007 |
| AWS B5.15Specification for the qualification of radiographic interpreters. | — | B5.15:2010 |
| AWS B5.17Specification for the qualification of welding fabricators. | — | B5.17:2025-AMD1 |
| AWS B5.2Specification for the qualification of welding inspector specialists and welding inspector assistants. | — | B5.2:2026 |
| AWS B5.9Specification for the qualification of welding supervisors. | — | B5.9:2006 |
| AWS C1.1Recommended practices for resistance welding. | — | C1.1:2019-AMD1 |
| AWS C3.2Standard method for evaluating the strength of brazed joints. | — | C3.2:2019 |
| AWS C3.4Specification for torch brazing. | — | C3.4:2026 |
| AWS C3.6Specification for furnace brazing. | — | C3.6:2026 |
| AWS C3.7Specification for aluminum brazing. | — | C3.7:2011 |
| AWS D1.1Structural welding code for steel: design, qualification, fabrication and inspection of welded steel structures, including NDT acceptance criteria. | — | D1.1/D1.1M:2025-AMD1 |
| AWS D1.2Structural welding code for aluminum. | — | D1.2/D1.2M:2026 |
| AWS D1.3Structural welding code for sheet steel. | — | D1.3/D1.3M:2025 |
| AWS D1.4Structural welding code for steel reinforcing bars. | — | D1.4/D1.4M:2018-AMD1 |
| AWS D1.5Bridge welding code (AASHTO/AWS): fabrication and inspection of welded highway bridges. | — | D1.5:2025 |
| AWS D1.6Structural welding code for stainless steel. | — | D1.6/D1.6M:2017 |
| AWS D10.11Guide for root pass welding of pipe without backing. | — | D10.11:2007 |
| AWS D14.1Specification for welding of industrial and mill cranes and other material handling equipment. | — | D14.1/D14.1M:2005-AMD1 |
| AWS D14.3Specification for welding earthmoving, construction and agricultural equipment. | — | D14.3/D14.3M:2019 |
| AWS D14.5Specification for welding of presses and press components. | — | D14.5/D14.5M:2009 |
| AWS D14.6Specification for welding of rotating elements of equipment. | — | D14.6/D14.6M:2024 |
| AWS D15.1Railroad welding specification for cars and locomotives. | — | D15.1/D15.1M:2025 |
| AWS D17.1Specification for fusion welding for aerospace applications, including NDT and acceptance criteria for aerospace welds. | — | D17.1/D17.1M:2024 |
| AWS D9.1Sheet metal welding code. | — | D9.1/D9.1M:2026 |
| AWS QC1Specification for AWS certification of welding inspectors (CWI, SCWI and CAWI). | — | QC1:2016-AMD1 |
| AWS QC15Specification for the certification of radiographic interpreters. | — | QC15:2008-AMD1 |
| SAE International29 standards | ||
| AMS 2175Castings, Classification and Inspection ofClassification and inspection of castings: casting classes and grades, and the frequency and acceptance standards for radiographic, penetrant and magnetic particle inspection of each. | — | SAE AMS2175B : 2024 |
| AMS 2431Peening Media, General RequirementsGeneral requirements for peening media (shot) used in shot peening. | — | SAE AMS2431E : 2023 |
| AMS 2460Plating, ChromiumChromium plating: engineering process requirements, including embrittlement relief and inspection. | — | SAE AMS2460B : 2023 |
| AMS 2644Inspection Material, PenetrantInspection material, penetrant: the specification and qualification (QPL) basis for penetrant, emulsifier and developer materials used under ASTM E1417. | PT | SAE AMS2644J : 2024 |
| AMS 2658Hardness and Conductivity Inspection of Aluminum Alloy PartsHardness and electrical conductivity inspection of wrought aluminum alloy parts to verify heat-treat condition. | — | SAE AMS2658E : 2026 |
| AMS 2980Carbon fiber fabric and epoxy resin wet lay-up repair material, Part 0 (introduction) of the series for composite repair. | — | SAE AMS2980B : 2014 (2021) |
| AMS 3107Primer, Adhesive, Corrosion-InhibitingPrimer, adhesive, corrosion-inhibiting, for use under structural adhesives. | — | SAE AMS3107A : 1991 (2022) |
| AMS 3272Cloth, nylon, polyurethane-coated, thermally, radio-frequency or ultrasonically sealable. | — | SAE AMS3272B : 2011 |
| AMS 3284Sealing compound, low adhesion, for removable panels and fuel tank inspection plates. | — | SAE AMS3284D : 2024 |
| AMS 3571Resin, Polyether Urethane (EU) CastingPolyether urethane (EU) casting resin. | — | SAE AMS3571C : 2011 |
| AMS 3670Polyamide-Imide Bar, Rod, and ShapesPolyamide-imide bar, rod and shapes. | — | SAE AMS3670C : 2021 |
| AMS 3779Pressure-sensitive adhesive tape, thermal-radiation resistant. | — | SAE AMS3779B : 2016 |
| AMS 3787Thread, Para-AramidPara-aramid thread. | — | SAE AMS3787B : 2016 |
| AMS 3793Para-aramid tape and webbing, intermediate modulus. | — | SAE AMS3793D : 2018 |
| AMS 3797Nylon webbing with integral locking slots. | — | SAE AMS3797C : 2015 |
| AMS 3801Cloth, Parachute - Meta-Aramid, Low ModulusMeta-aramid, low-modulus parachute cloth. | — | SAE AMS3801D : 2016 |
| AMS 3867Boron Filament Tape, Epoxy-Resin-ImpregnatedEpoxy-resin-impregnated boron filament tape. | — | SAE AMS3867C : 2016 |
| AMS 3899Carbon Fiber Tape and SheetCarbon fiber tape and sheet. | — | SAE AMS3899C : 2016 |
| AMS 3909Aramid cloth, intermediate modulus. | — | SAE AMS3909B : 2022 |
| AMS 4920Titanium Alloy, ForgingsTitanium alloy forgings (Ti-6Al-4V, annealed), including the ultrasonic and macrostructure inspection requirements for premium-quality forgings. | — | SAE AMS4920H : 2025 |
| AMS 5675Nickel Alloy, Corrosion and Heat Resistant, Welding WireCorrosion- and heat-resistant nickel alloy welding wire. | — | SAE AMS5675K : 2026 |
| AMS 5964Nickel alloy 718 welding wire, consumable-electrode remelted or vacuum induction melted and remelted. | — | SAE AMS5964A : 2023 |
| AMS 6414Steel, Bars, Forgings, and TubingLow-alloy steel (4340) bars, forgings and tubing, vacuum arc or electroslag remelted, with magnetic particle and ultrasonic inspection requirements. | — | SAE AMS6414N : 2023 |
| AMS 6470Steel, Nitriding, Bars, Forgings, and TubingNitriding steel bars, forgings and tubing (1.6Cr-0.35Mo-1.13Al), for parts to be nitrided. | — | SAE AMS6470R : 2024 |
| AMS 6514Steel, Maraging, Bars, Forgings, Tubing, and RingsMaraging steel (18Ni-250) bars, forgings, tubing and rings, consumable electrode melted. | — | SAE AMS6514K : 2022 |
| AMS 6515Steel, Maraging, Bars, Forgings, Tubing, and RingsMaraging steel (18Ni-300) bars, forgings, tubing and rings, consumable electrode melted. | — | SAE AMS6515C : 2023 |
| AMS-STD-2154Inspection, Ultrasonic, Wrought Metals, Process ForProcess for ultrasonic inspection of wrought metals (bar, billet, plate, forgings) with acceptance classes; the SAE-maintained successor to MIL-STD-2154 and still invoked on older drawings. | — | SAE AMSSTD2154 Rev E tracked by hand |
| AMS-STD-2175Castings, Classification and Inspection ofThe SAE-maintained successor to MIL-STD-2175 for casting classification and inspection. Cancelled in 2004 and replaced by AMS 2175; listed so a procedure that still cites it can be traced forward. | — | SAE AMSSTD2175 Rev A cancelled — use AMS 2175 tracked by hand |
| AMS-STD-753Corrosion-Resistant Steel PartsCorrosion-resistant steel parts: sampling, inspection and testing for surface passivation. Stabilized by SAE, so no further revisions are expected. | — | SAE AMSSTD753 Rev B stabilized tracked by hand |
| NAVSEA8 standards | ||
| MIL-STD-2035Nondestructive Testing Acceptance CriteriaThe Navy's NDT acceptance criteria: classes of acceptance for visual, radiographic, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, ultrasonic and eddy current inspection of welds, castings and forgings, invoked by 278, 1688 and Navy drawings. | — | Revision A Notice 1 - Validation 09-MAR-2026 |
| MIL-STD-2132Nondestructive Examination Requirements for Special ApplicationsNDE requirements for special (naval nuclear propulsion) applications, including personnel, procedure and equipment qualification. Distribution of the document itself is limited; its revision status is public. | — | Revision F Notice 1 - Administrative 27-JUN-2022 |
| MIL-STD-271Requirements for Nondestructive Testing MethodsThe original Navy NDT methods standard, cancelled in 1998 and replaced by NAVSEA T9074-AS-GIB-010/271. Listed so a procedure or purchase order that still cites MIL-STD-271 can be traced to its replacement. | — | MIL-STD-271F (cancelled 27 May 1998) cancelled — use NAVSEA T9074-AS-GIB-010/271 tracked by hand |
| NAVSEA S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248Requirements for Welding and Brazing Procedure and Performance QualificationQualification of welding and brazing procedures, and of welders, welding operators and brazers, for Navy ship work. Successor to MIL-STD-248. | — | Revision 1 (12 November 2019) tracked by hand |
| NAVSEA S9074-AR-GIB-010/278Requirements for Fabrication Welding and Inspection, and Casting Inspection and Repair for Machinery, Piping, and Pressure VesselsFabrication welding, inspection, and casting inspection and repair requirements for machinery, piping and pressure vessels in Navy ships, including which NDT each class of joint gets. Successor to MIL-STD-278. | — | Original issue (1 August 1995) tracked by hand |
| NAVSEA T9074-AD-GIB-010/1688Requirements for Fabrication, Welding, and Inspection of Submarine StructureFabrication, welding and inspection requirements for submarine and submersible structure, including HY-80/100 hull welds, inspection acceptance standards and record requirements. Successor to MIL-STD-1681 and MIL-STD-1688. | — | Revision 1 (13 July 2012) tracked by hand |
| NAVSEA T9074-AS-GIB-010/271Requirements for Nondestructive Testing MethodsThe Navy's NDT methods document: procedure, personnel and equipment qualification requirements for radiographic, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, ultrasonic, eddy current and visual testing on ship construction and repair. Successor to MIL-STD-271. | — | Revision 1 (11 September 2014) tracked by hand |
| NAVSEA T9074-BD-GIB-010/0300Base Materials for Critical Applications: Requirements for Low Alloy Steel Plate, Forgings, Castings, Shapes, Bars, and Heads of HY-80/100/130 and HSLA-80/100Material, testing and inspection requirements for HY-80/100/130 and HSLA-80/100 steel plate, forgings, castings and shapes used in critical Navy structure. | — | Revision 2 (18 December 2012) tracked by hand |
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