Dep 30.10.02.35 2013

DEP SPECIFICATION
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SUPPLY OF

COMPONENTS IN 6Mo AUSTENITIC, 22Cr DUPLEX AND
25Cr SUPER DUPLEX STAINLESS STEEL
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DEP 30.10.02.35-Gen.
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DESIGN AND ENGINEERING PRACTICE
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PREFACE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 4
1.1 SCOPE........................................................................................................................ 4
1.2 DISTRIBUTION, INTENDED USE AND REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS ......... 4
1.3 DEFINITIONS ............................................................................................................. 5
1.4 CROSS-REFERENCES ............................................................................................. 6
1.5 SUMMARY OF MAIN CHANGES ............................................................................... 6
1.6 COMMENTS ON THIS DEP ....................................................................................... 6
1.7 GUIDANCE FOR USE ................................................................................................ 7
1.8 DUAL UNITS ............................................................................................................... 7
2. MANUFACTURE ........................................................................................................ 8
2.1 METHOD..................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 MANUFACTURING PROCEDURE QUALFICATION................................................. 8
2.3 WELDING AND GRINDING........................................................................................ 9
2.4 MATERIAL TESTING – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS ............................................ 10
3. HEAT TREATMENT ................................................................................................. 11
4. MATERIALS ............................................................................................................. 13
4.1 CHEMISTRY REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................... 13
4.2 SURFACE CONDITION............................................................................................ 13
4.3 SUPPLY ROUTE AND QUALITY ASSURANCE/ CERTIFICATION
REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................................... 13
4.4 POSITIVE MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION................................................................. 14
4.5 MARKING ................................................................................................................. 14
4.6 PROTECTION AND HANDLING .............................................................................. 14
5. MECHANICAL PROPERTIES.................................................................................. 16
5.1 FREQUENCY............................................................................................................ 16
5.2 TENSILE TESTING .................................................................................................. 16
5.3 CHARPY IMPACT TESTING .................................................................................... 16
5.4 HARDNESS TESTING ............................................................................................. 17
6. METALLURGICAL EXAMINATION (22Cr DUPLEX AND 25Cr SUPER
DUPLEX ONLY) ....................................................................................................... 18
6.1 MICROSTRUCTURAL EXAMINATION .................................................................... 18
6.2 FERRITE AUSTENITE PHASE BALANCE .............................................................. 18
7. CORROSION TESTING ........................................................................................... 19
7.1 PITTING CORROSION TESTING ............................................................................ 19
7.2 ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA........................................................................................ 19
8. SPECIMEN RETENTION ......................................................................................... 20
9. INSPECTION ............................................................................................................ 21
9.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................. 21
9.2 INSPECTION PERSONNEL ..................................................................................... 21
9.3 ADDITIONAL INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS ....................................................... 21
10. DOCUMENTATION AND CERTIFICATION ............................................................ 26
11. REFERENCES ......................................................................................................... 27
APPENDICES
APPENDIX A ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR FLANGES ......................................... 29
APPENDIX B ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR BENDS (MANUFACTURED BY
INDUCTION BENDING PROCESS) ............................................................... 36
APPENDIX C ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR TEES ................................................. 40
APPENDIX D MANUFACTURING PROCESS QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS .......... 43

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 SCOPE
This new DEP specifies requirements and gives recommendations for supplying 6Mo
austenitic, 22Cr duplex and 25Cr super duplex stainless steel components.
General requirements for all components are specified in (1) through (10). Additional
requirements for specific product types (flanges, bends and tees) are specified in the
relevant appendices in this DEP. Where appropriate, these appendices contain schematics
indicating mechanical and corrosion specimen locations and orientations. For components
not listed in the appendices, testing shall be carried out as detailed in the main sections of
this DEP, taking into account the test specimen location and orientation relative to the
finished component shape. In the event of any uncertainty with respect to the testing
required or specimen location or orientation, clarification shall be sought from the Principal.
This DEP defines the minimum supplementary requirements for testing and inspection,
during manufacture, of components made from the following materials:
a. 6Mo austenitic stainless steel
b. 22Cr duplex stainless steel
c. 25Cr super duplex stainless steel
The components shall include seamless and seam welded pipe; plate; forged bar; flanges;
fittings; valves; bends; tees; pumps; well accessories; castings; and other equipment
components as advised by the Principal.
This DEP is intended for all components for both pressure containing and non-pressure
containing applications, and shall be applied to both process and non-process wetted
components.
The requirements of this DEP are primarily intended for finished components rather than
raw material, such as plate used to fabricate components. Should components undergo
further processing and heat treatment, the requirements of this DEP may not be applicable.
Advice should be sought from the Principal in this regard.
In addition, for components to be used for subsea applications where cathodic protection is
applied, the requirements of DNV RP F112 and EEMUA 194 shall be adopted.
This DEP shall be used in conjunction with other relevant procurement documents, such as
the applicable base codes and specifications and MESC buying descriptions, as identified
in the Enquiry or Purchase Requisition.
This DEP does not apply to:
a. the assembly or fabrication of the components into pipelines, piping systems or
vessels either onshore or offshore. Fabrication shall be carried out in accordance with
relevant welding and fabrication DEPs.
b. the manufacture and supply of duplex and super duplex line pipe, which is covered by
DEP 31.40.20.34-Gen.
This DEP contains mandatory requirements to mitigate process safety risks in accordance
with Design Engineering Manual DEM 1 – Application of Technical Standards.
1.2 DISTRIBUTION, INTENDED USE AND REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS

Unless otherwise authorised by Shell GSI, the distribution of this DEP is confined to Shell
companies and, where necessary, to Contractors and Manufacturers/Suppliers nominated
by them. Any authorised access to DEPs does not for that reason constitute an
authorisation to any documents, data or information to which the DEPs may refer.
This DEP is intended for use in facilities related to oil and gas production. This DEP may
also be applied in other similar facilities.

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When DEPs are applied, a Management of Change (MOC) process shall be implemented;
this is of particular importance when existing facilities are to be modified.
If national and/or local regulations exist in which some of the requirements could be more
stringent than in this DEP, the Contractor shall determine by careful scrutiny which of the
requirements are the more stringent and which combination of requirements will be
acceptable with regards to the safety, environmental, economic and legal aspects. In all
cases, the Contractor shall inform the Principal of any deviation from the requirements of
this DEP which is considered to be necessary in order to comply with national and/or local
regulations. The Principal may then negotiate with the Authorities concerned, the objective
being to obtain agreement to follow this DEP as closely as possible.
1.3 DEFINITIONS
1.3.1 General definitions
The Contractor is the party that carries out all or part of the design, engineering,
procurement, construction, commissioning or management of a project or operation of a
facility. The Principal may undertake all or part of the duties of the Contractor.
The Manufacturer/Supplier is the party that manufactures or supplies equipment and
services to perform the duties specified by the Contractor.
The Principal is the party that initiates the project and ultimately pays for it. The Principal
may also include an agent or consultant authorised to act for, and on behalf of, the
Principal.
The word shall indicates a requirement.
The capitalised term SHALL [PS] indicates a process safety requirement.
The word should indicates a recommendation.
1.3.2 Abbreviations
Term Definition
API American Petroleum Institute
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
Cr chromium
DAC distance amplitude correction
DNV Det Norske Veritas
EEMUA Engineering Equipment and Materials Users Association
EFA Enterprise Frame Agreement
FBH flat bottom hole
HAZ heat affected zone
HIP hot isostatic pressing
HISC hydrogen induced stress cracking
ID internal diameter
ISO International Standardisation Organisation
L longitudinal
LPE liquid penetrant examination
MESC Materials and Equipment Standards and Code
MPQ Manufacturing Procedure Qualification

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Term Definition
Mo molybdenum
N nitrogen
NDT non-destructive testing
OD outside diameter
PCN personnel certification scheme
PMI positive material identification
PRE(N) pitting resistance equivalent number
RT radiographic testing
RTJ ring type joint
SNT Society of Non-destructive Testing
T transverse
TA Technical Authority
UNS Unified Numbering System
UT ultrasonic testing
W tungsten
1.4 CROSS-REFERENCES
Where cross-references to other parts of this DEP are made, the referenced section
number is shown in brackets ( ). Other documents referenced by this DEP are listed in (11).
1.5 SUMMARY OF MAIN CHANGES

This is a new DEP.
1.6 COMMENTS ON THIS DEP

Comments on this DEP may be submitted to the Administrator using one of the following
options:
Shell DEPs Online Enter the Shell DEPs Online system at

https://www.shelldeps.com
(Users with access to
Shell DEPs Online) Select a DEP and then go to the details screen for
that DEP.
Click on the “Give feedback” link, fill in the online
form and submit.
DEP Feedback System Enter comments directly in the DEP Feedback

(Users with access to System which is accessible from the Technical
Shell Wide Web) Standards Portal http://sww.shell.com/standards.
Select “Submit DEP Feedback”, fill in the online form
and submit.
DEP Standard Form Use DEP Standard Form 00.00.05.80-Gen. to record

(Other users) feedback and email the form to the Administrator at
standards@shell.com.
Feedback that has been registered in the DEP Feedback System by using one of the above
options will be reviewed by the DEP Custodian for potential improvements to the DEP.

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1.7 GUIDANCE FOR USE

The base code or specification will be dependent on the particular product type and will be
defined in the enquiry or purchase requisition.
The requirements in this DEP are additional to all requirements specified in the referenced
base code or specification.
Where the requirements of this DEP conflict with the requirements of other referenced
codes, standards or instructions (including MESC descriptions), this DEP takes
precedence.
1.8 DUAL UNITS

This DEP contains both the International System (SI) units, as well as the corresponding
US Customary (USC) units, which are given following the SI units in brackets. When
agreed by the Principal, the indicated USC values/units may be used.

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2. MANUFACTURE
2.1 METHOD
Items shall be manufactured by casting, forging or fabrication from wrought plate or tubular
products, as appropriate to the product form and the base code or specification. All
components SHALL [PS] be delivered in the solution annealed and water quenched
condition, unless otherwise agreed with the Principal.
Forged materials shall be hot worked according to a written procedure and shall have a
minimum forging ratio of 4:1.
As far as practically possible, forged and cast components shall be rough machined to near
final dimensions prior to heat treatment.
Rolled or forged bar shall only be used in lieu of material forged close to final shape where
specific approval from the Principal has been given. Such bars shall only be used provided
the Manufacturer can demonstrate satisfactory material properties in the longitudinal and
transverse directions, and providing that the starting bar is not greater than 200mm (8 in) in
diameter.
Test specimens shall be extracted from areas that form part of the final component after
machining. The Manufacturer shall provide drawings detailing the finished component
shape showing the location and orientation of test specimens for approval by the Principal.
Components may be manufactured using the HIP process. Where low temperature
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properties are required (i.e. –50 °C (-58 F) or below) the use of HIP should be considered.
Fittings for subsea use shall not be manufactured from plate without prior approval from the
Principal.
Tees shall be manufactured by forging or forming in one piece. The branch hot forming
procedures is an essential feature of the manufacturing procedure qualified in accordance
with this DEP. If seam welded pipe is used as the mother material the longitudinal weld
shall be located in the body opposite the tee branch.
When welding procedure qualification test rings are required, as advised in the Enquiry or
Purchase Requisition, the test rings shall be manufactured using the same procedure as
the final components and shall have a minimum length of 400 mm (16 in), unless otherwise
agreed with the Principal.
a. The forging ratio, microstructure and mechanical properties of the test rings shall be
as close as practically possible to that achieved for the manufactured components. If
this cannot be achieved a sacrificial component(s) shall be supplied.
b. Test rings shall be subject to testing in accordance with this DEP.
c. If weld bevelling is required for the test ring both ends shall be machined.
2.2 MANUFACTURING PROCEDURE QUALFICATION

All manufacturing procedures shall be qualified and appropriately documented. A
Manufacturing Procedure Qualification (MPQ) shall be required for each type and size of
product unless the Manufacturer has historical qualification test data, acceptable to the
Principal, obtained from components of similar size manufactured to an identical procedure
and heat treatment, using similar materials of the same UNS number.
Appendix D of this DEP details information to be recorded as part of the MPQ.
In addition to specific approval by the Principal, the essential variables of NORSOK M-650
shall apply to the qualification of manufacturing procedures based on historical qualification
data.

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2.3 WELDING AND GRINDING

The Manufacturer shall notify the Principal at the time of receipt of the Enquiry or Purchase
Requisition if it is proposed to supply any component that will be fabricated from solution
annealed sub-components, and where the fabrication weld will not be solution annealed.
All welding necessitated by the manufacturing method, and completed prior to final solution
annealing, shall be carried out in accordance with the relevant base code or specification.
The testing required by this DEP shall include samples that contain welds made during
manufacture.
Bars in barred tees shall be attached using multipass full penetration butt welds.
2.3.1 Repair welding
Weld repairs on base material are not acceptable with the exception of castings. All repairs
to castings shall require prior written approval from the Principal. The size and location of
all repairs shall be recorded and reported (including a photographic map) to the Principal.
General requirements for all repair welding procedures shall be as follows:
a. Repair welding procedures shall be submitted to the Principal for approval.
b. All welding consumables shall be approved by the Principal. Unless otherwise agreed
by the Principal, repairs that are subsequently solution annealed shall use nominally
matching consumables. Repairs to be left in the as-welded condition shall use
consumables over-matching the base material Ni content.
c. All weld repairs shall be examined by volumetric (RT, UT) and surface (LPE) methods
unless otherwise agreed by the Principal.
d. Where applicable, final examination of repair welds shall be carried after solution
annealing.
Repairs to castings by welding shall be in accordance with the relevant base code or
specification. All welders and welding operators shall be qualified in accordance with the
relevant base code or specification or a suitable alternative approved e.g., EN 287-1 or
ASME IX.
The repair welding procedure qualification shall include the following as a minimum:
a. Qualification on the same grade of material (UNS number)
b. Specific make of filler metal (brand name)
c. Charpy V-notch testing in accordance (5.3)
d. Examination of microstructure of base material and weld zone in accordance with (6)
e. Macro with hardness measurements in accordance with (5.4)
f. Bend tests (face and root or side)
g. Corrosion testing in accordance with (7)
Requirements for minor repairs are as follows:
a. Minor repair welds are defined as welds required to finish or upgrade the casting
which are less than or equal to 20% of the wall thickness of the section to be repaired.
b. Minor repair welds do not require subsequent solution annealing and water quenching
if the Manufacturer has a suitably qualified procedure approved by the Principal.
c. Three minor repairs separated by less than 25 mm (1 in) shall be considered a major
repair
Requirements for major repairs are as follows:
a. Major repair welds are defined as welds required to finish or upgrade the casting,
which exceed 20% of the wall thickness of the section to be repaired.

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b. Major repair welds shall be heat treated in the same manner as the base material and
must meet all testing requirements of the base material as stipulated in this DEP.
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c. Major weld repairs shall not exceed 3.28x10 m (2 in ) in volume.
d. There shall be no more than two major repair welds per component.
Grinding of duplex and super-duplex stainless steel components shall require qualification
of the procedure by the Manufacturer, and shall be carried out using iron free grinding discs
and stainless steel tools. Qualification shall include metallographic and hardness testing in
accordance with (5.4) and (6).
2.4 MATERIAL TESTING – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Testing of components shall be performed on material after final heat treatment. Samples
for testing shall be taken from one of the following:
a. Random selection of a component of the same type and form, and from the same
heat and heat treatment batch
b. Prolongation of a component
c. An integral test coupon that is representative of the size and shape of the component.
A separate test coupon should not be used but may be allowed, subject to approval
from the Principal, provided that it is same material and dimensionally representative
of the actual component, and is heat treated simultaneously with the product.
Testing shall be carried out on material, as defined above, for every lot, where a lot is
defined as components of the same type, heat, UNS number, specified dimensions,
manufacturing dimensions, manufacturing process, and heat treatment.
Testing shall demonstrate that reasonably uniform and acceptable properties are obtained
in longitudinal and transverse directions.
Test samples for downhole well components may be taken from locations that are
representative of the final product form. This is typically relevant for components machined
from bar.

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3. HEAT TREATMENT
Component heat treatment procedures shall be in accordance with the base code or
specification and shall form part of the written procedures of the Manufacturer. The heat
treatment procedures shall be submitted to the Principal for approval following receipt of the
Enquiry or Purchase Requisition.
The heat treatment furnace and its ancillaries should be an integral part of the
manufacturing facility. If this is not the case, the Manufacturer shall on receipt of the
Enquiry or Purchase Requisition, provide all required procedures required for the control of
the heat treatment process and documented evidence of successful use of the proposed
facility.
The heat treatment facility shall maintain and operate a quality assurance system in
accordance with ISO 9001.
The layout of the components during heating and cooling shall be such as to ensure that
the specified soaking temperature, and heating and cooling rates, are achieved for every
component within a heat treatment batch.
It shall be ensured that steps taken to minimise distortion of thin-walled components do not
prevent the attainment of adequate soaking times at the specified temperature.
Components shall not be placed on furnace floors. Diagrams, or preferably digital
photographs, showing the layout of components within furnaces shall be available for
review by the Principal.
The heat treatment procedure shall contain, as a minimum, full details of the following:
a. Facility location
b. Furnace type and ID
c. Loading patterns and limitations
d. Thermocouple locations (see below)
e. Soaking temperatures and tolerances
f. Soaking times and tolerances
g. Heating rates
h. Cooling conditions including medium and quench bath temperature
i. Details on how individual components will be separated to ensure a uniform water
quench following solution anneal
j. Furnace work zone dimensions
k. Time to transfer components from furnace to quench bath
l. Furnace calibration including temperature ranges
m. For continuous and semi conducting furnaces, travel speed and heating/working
zones
In addition to the furnace recording pyrometry, calibrated thermocouples shall be attached
to at least two components in each heat treatment load, or at two locations on a large
component heat treated by itself.
a. The thermocouples shall be located within the furnace at the positions subjected to
the lowest and highest anticipated temperatures during heating and soaking.
b. The temperatures recorded on these two thermocouples shall not differ by more than
15 °C (60 °F) during heating and shall be within the declared temperature tolerance
during the soaking period.
c. A sketch shall be provided that indicates the location of the thermocouples and
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d. A chart record of the temperature measured by these thermocouples shall be

available for review by the Principal.
Where the thermocouple placing specified above is considered not feasible in practice,
(e.g., where walking beam furnaces are used), the Manufacturer shall clearly demonstrate
that adequate control of temperature will be achieved. The details of any alternative
arrangements shall be submitted following receipt of the Enquiry or Purchase Requisition,
for review and approval by the Principal prior to any manufacture.
All furnaces used for heat treatment shall be calibrated in accordance with ISO 10423:2009
Annex M, API RP 6HT or relevant equivalent.
Transfer of duplex and super-duplex stainless steel components from the furnace to the
water quench bath shall be achieved within 60 seconds.
a. Measurement of the time taken shall commence on start of withdrawal of the load
from the furnace and shall be recorded during MPQ and reported in MPQ
documentation.
b. There shall be no delay from opening of the door to the point where the load is taken
out.
c. The quench water shall be agitated, preferably by cross flow, to ensure adequate
quenching.
d. The start and end temperature of the quenching water shall be recorded and shall not
exceed 40 °C (104 °F).

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4. MATERIALS
4.1 CHEMISTRY REQUIREMENTS

Component material of manufacture shall be in accordance with a relevant UNS Number,
with a nitrogen content and PRE(N) as defined in Table 4.1.
Table 4.1 PRE(N) and nitrogen requirements
2 1
Alloy Nitrogen Content % PRE(N) or PRE(W) (min)
6Mo 0.18 min 40
22Cr Duplex 0.14 min 34
25Cr Super Duplex 0.20 min 40
NOTES: 1. PRE(N) = %Cr + 3.3 x %Mo + 16 x %N or PRE(W) =%Cr +3.3 x (%Mo +0.5 x%W) +16 x %N
2. The maximum sulphur level shall be 0.010 % for all material types and grades.
4.2 SURFACE CONDITION

All components shall be supplied white pickled (de-scaled and acid cleaned) and
passivated unless subsequently machined to final shape, or where the manufacturing
process does not result in a scaled surface. The procedure for pickling shall be submitted
for review.
The surface of all finished components shall be completely free of debris, dirt, weld splatter
etc.
The final surface condition shall at least meet a maximum roughness of
Ra = 35 micrometers.
4.3 SUPPLY ROUTE AND QUALITY ASSURANCE/ CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

The Manufacturer and Supplier shall maintain and operate a quality assurance system in
accordance with ISO 9001. In addition, the guidance given for manufacturing quality
requirements by EEMUA 218 shall be implemented as far as possible.
Manufacturer’s test reports are required for all components supplied according to this DEP.
Test reports shall include details of country of manufacture, heat treatment, chemical
analysis obtained from one component from each cast supplied (analysis carried out by the
Manufacturer), mechanical test results as required by the product specification, and the
metallurgical examination as required by (6) of this standard. All heat treatment charts and
records, as defined in (3) of this DEP, shall also be supplied. All documentation, including
charts and photos, shall be legible and in English.
For supply of materials where the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) is applicable, the
manufacturing procedures shall have undergone a specific assessment for materials in
accordance with the requirements of this DEP (Ref. PED 97/23/EC, Annex I, 4.3). The
Certification shall be accompanied by a valid test and inspection plan signed by a Notified
Body.
In the case of supply of piping components; flanges, pipe, fittings, these materials shall be
sourced from Manufacturers/Suppliers that are on the Principal’s technically approved
manufacturer’s list.
Principal approved Manufacturers shall be selected for the manufacture and supply of other
products made from materials as specified in this DEP.
A Manufacturer shall, as a minimum, provide test reports with inspection certificates in
accordance with ISO 10474, type 3.1B or 3.2 that are representative for the manufacture of
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When a Manufacturer is not qualified as stated above, a specific Inspection & Test Plan
(ITP) shall be prepared and approved with the requirement that the test reports with
inspection certificates shall be provided in accordance with ISO 10474, type 3.2.
A Manufacturer holding a valid NORSOK M-650 qualification shall, as a minimum, provide
test reports with inspection certificates in accordance with ISO 10474, type 3.1B or 3.2 that
are representative for the manufacture of the required products.
4.3.1 Stock components
6Mo materials may be supplied from stock when 3.1B certification is provided, the material
supplied from a qualified manufacturer and the requirements of this DEP are met.
22Cr duplex and 25Cr super duplex stainless steel components supplied from stock, and
certified to ISO 10474, type 3.1 certification, may be accepted subject to approval from the
Principal. Full traceability for these components shall be proven and material certificates
available.
Typically the following will be required in order to accept stock components with 3.1B
certification:
a. Full review of all certification and confirmation that all requirements of this DEP are
met
b. Original testing witnessed by an accredited third party or carried out in a laboratory
accredited to ISO 17011.
and
c. Sacrificial testing of component from same heat treatment batch.
or
d. Additional NDT testing on the components to be purchased. Testing shall be defined
by the Principal based on (1) and (2) above, but shall typically include 100 % PMI,
ferrite scope checks and surface replica metallography.
The Principal shall confirm any additional testing requirements after documentation has
been submitted.
4.4 POSITIVE MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

Positive material identification (PMI) shall be performed in accordance with
DEP 31.10.00.10-Gen.
The percentage of components tested may be defined following a risk based assessment.
The metal grade shall be identified. The measured values shall be specified, as a minimum,
for the main alloy elements Cr, Ni, Mo per the material base code or specification.
4.5 MARKING
All marking shall be carried out using low-stress die-stamping, electronic etching or by the
vibro-etching method. The maximum depth shall be 0.5 mm (0.02 in) and the minimum
height 8 mm (0.3 in).
4.6 PROTECTION AND HANDLING

Components shall not be oiled for preservation nor any other coating applied, unless
otherwise specified. All components shall be cleaned, dried, packed, handled and
transported so as to arrive at their destination dry and without distortion or damage.
Nylon slings or rubber-coated hooks/supports shall be used for all handling operations.
Components shall not come in to contact with carbon steel bearers or any carbon steel
swarf, debris or tools. If wire brushes are used for any operation they shall be made from
stainless steel wire and be dedicated for use on stainless steel. All grinding shall be carried
out using consumables that are dedicated for use on stainless steel.

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End caps or other suitable protection, shall be applied to all components with prepared
weld bevels, to prevent mechanical damage during storage and transportation. Details of
protection during shipping shall be supplied by the Manufacturer/Supplier for approval by
the Principal prior to shipment.

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5. MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Component mechanical properties shall be in accordance with the base code or
specification and the requirements of this DEP. All tests shall be performed in an
ISO/IEC/17025 accredited laboratory.
Test specimen orientation and location shall be per this section and any additional
requirements specified in the appendices of this DEP.
Manufacture testing of materials shall also include tests on the welded joints when any
element of the component is manufactured by welding before or after final solution
annealing.
Requirements for the Manufacturing Procedure Qualification are given in (2.2).
5.1 FREQUENCY
Manufacture testing shall be in accordance with the base code or specification identified in
the Enquiry or Purchase Order and this DEP. As a minimum, testing is required for each
manufactured heat of material and heat treatment batch.
5.2 TENSILE TESTING

Acceptance criteria shall be in accordance with the base code or specification identified in
the Enquiry or Purchase Order. There is no requirement to carry out elevated temperature
testing, provided de-rating data is given in the base code or specification. Where the base
code does not reference de-rating data, DNV OS F-101: 2010, Section 5 C304, Figure 2
shall be used.
5.3 CHARPY IMPACT TESTING

Impact testing is not required for 6Mo stainless steel.
22Cr duplex and 25Cr super duplex stainless steels SHALL [PS] be Charpy impact tested
for all applications.
Specimens shall be full sized unless the product dimensions do not allow. Where full size
specimens cannot be extracted, the largest sub-size specimen shall be tested. Reduction
factors applied to the acceptance criteria for sub-size specimens shall be:
a. 0.80 for 7.5 mm x 10 mm (0.30 in x 0.40 in)
b. 0.75 for 6.6 mm x 10 mm (0.26 in x 0.40 in)
c. 0.66 for 5.0 mm x 10 mm (0.20 in x 0.40 in)
Components with a wall thickness equal to or less than 6 mm (0.24 in) shall not be impact
tested.
Testing from longitudinal and transverse directions is required as a minimum for all
components, unless approved by the Principal. Specimen and notch orientation and
location are specified in Appendices A-C.
For components that have been welded and subsequently solution annealed, the Charpy
tests location shall be weld centre line, F/L, FL+2 mm (0.08 in) and parent material. This
shall also apply to as-welded repair welding procedure qualifications.
The base material certificate for plate to be used for welded pipe, shall be submitted to the
Principal for review. The base material shall also meet the Charpy requirements of this
Standard.
Testing shall be in accordance with ISO 148-1 and shall include measurement of absorbed
energy and lateral expansion. The standard test temperature shall be –50 °C (-60 °F). For
stock material testing at –46 °C (-51 °F) may be acceptable subject to approval by the
Principal.
The minimum acceptable Charpy V-notch impact energy for full size specimens shall be
60 J (44 lb/ft) minimum average with no single value less than 45 J (33 lb/ft).

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For components which that will not be subsequently welded the minimum absorbed energy
shall be 50 J (37 lb/ft) minimum average with no single value less than 40 J (30 lb/ft).
The impact properties of the final manufactured product shall also meet the requirements of
DEP 30.10.02.31-Gen.
The minimum lateral expansion shall be 0.38 mm (1/8 in) for all specimens.
Where it is not possible to obtain the prescribed sample orientations, the Principal shall be
informed in writing as to the reason. Testing in alternative locations or orientations shall
require prior approval by the Principal. Where transverse testing is prescribed and cannot
be undertaken, the required impact energies for substitute longitudinal tests shall be
1.5 times those specified above.
Only one individual result may be below the minimum average value and this shall be
above the minimum individual value. If these requirements are not satisfied, three further
specimens shall be tested. The average of all six results shall not be less than the minimum
average value. No more than two individual results shall be less than the minimum average
value and no more than one result shall be below the minimum individual value.
5.4 HARDNESS TESTING

Hardness traverses shall be made on the sections polished for micro examination and at a
distance between 1 mm (3/64 in) and 2 mm (3/32 in) from each surface, or in accordance
with the base code or specification. Sections containing welds shall have traverses
sampling parent material, HAZ, and weld metal adjacent to the internal and external
surfaces.

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6. METALLURGICAL EXAMINATION (22Cr DUPLEX AND 25Cr SUPER DUPLEX ONLY)
6.1 MICROSTRUCTURAL EXAMINATION

Component microstructure shall be assessed and reported by a competent metallurgist in
an ISO/IEC/17025 accredited laboratory.
Metallographic examination shall be performed after final solution heat treatment. The
locations examined shall cover the near surfaces (external and internal) and mid-thickness.
The examination shall include the weld if applicable. The positions for assessment of the
microstructure of components containing welds shall include the weld centre line, HAZ and
parent metal at both the root and cap location.
The microstructure shall be examined for detrimental phases in accordance with
ASTM A923 Method A. Metallographic specimens shall be prepared and suitably etched to
reveal all micro-structural features such as inter-metallic phases and third phase
precipitates such as nitrides. The microstructure shall be examined at 400X magnification.
The microstructure shall be classified per ASTM A923 Method A. Microstructures classified
as ‘unaffected’ are acceptable without further assessment. Microstructures classified as
‘possibly affected’, ‘affected’ or ‘centreline’ shall be subject to further assessment as
follows:
a. The volume fraction of third phase precipitates present shall be estimated and
reported.
b. The microstructure shall be considered acceptable if it displays a uniform ferrite and
austenite phase distribution, and freedom from significant inter-metallic phases or
third phase precipitates (including sigma phase and nitrides).
c. If inter-metallic phases or third phase precipitates are visible at magnification not less
than x400, they shall be considered not significant if all of the following apply:
• less than 1 % (maximum 0.5% inter-metallics) volume fraction based on an
2 2
area of 1 mm (0.002 in )
• not linked or continuous at the grain boundaries
• the measured mechanical and corrosion properties meet the requirements of
this Standard
d. If the estimated inter-metallic phase or third phase distribution exceeds 1 %, the
volume fraction shall be determined by point counting and reported to the Principal.
Point counting shall be carried out in accordance with ASTM E562. Additional
guidance on the interpretation of ASTM E562 may be given by the Principal.
e. The maximum volume fraction of inter-metallic phases and third phase precipitates
SHALL [PS] be 1 % (maximum 0.5% inter-metallics).
Photo-micrographs shall be prepared for each of the samples examined. Micrographs shall
be reported at the magnifications used for the assessments. Originals or good quality
copies shall be included in the material certificates. Inclusion of micrographs that are not
legible shall result in the material being rejected.
6.2 FERRITE AUSTENITE PHASE BALANCE

The ferrite/austenite phase balance shall be determined at the same frequency as the
micro-structural examination. The measurements may be made on the same samples as
used for the micro-examination. The volume fraction of ferrite shall be determined in
accordance with ASTM E562.
The ferrite content shall be within the range 40 - 60% for the base material and solution
annealed weldments and 35 - 65% for the weld metal and HAZ remaining in the as-welded
condition.

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7. CORROSION TESTING
7.1 PITTING CORROSION TESTING

A ferric chloride pitting corrosion test in accordance with ASTM G48 Method A SHALL [PS]
be carried out on all material subject to mechanical testing.
Test temperatures shall be:
6Mo Solution annealed 40 °C (105 °F)

22Cr duplex Solution annealed 25 °C (77 °F)
25Cr super duplex Solution annealed 50 °C (122 °F)
The test shall expose the external surface, internal surface and the full cross section wall
thickness.
Specimens may be pickled and passivated prior to testing only if this will also be part of the
final product manufacturing specification.
Good quality photographs of all specimens shall be taken where weight loss exceeds the
acceptance criteria defined below or where any pitting is observed.
7.2 ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

Acceptance criteria for pitting corrosion testing results are as follows:
a. no pitting on the test face surface at 20x magnification and
2 -4 2
b. weight loss less than 4.0 g/m (8.2∙10 lb/ft ).
If either of the above are not met the specimen is considered to have failed. If the specimen
2 -4 2
shows a weight loss > 4.0 g/m (8.2∙10 lb/ft ).as a result of pitting on any face other than
the test face, the test shall be considered to be invalid and a re-test may be carried out.
Under no circumstances shall the same specimen be re-tested.
If a test specimen fails to comply with the requirements specified, guidance shall be sought
from the Principal regarding repeat or alternative testing.

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8. SPECIMEN RETENTION
All test specimens (mechanical, metallurgical and corrosion) shall be retained for a period
of six months from the date of order completion and made available for examination by the
Principal.
Corrosion test specimens shall be thoroughly cleaned to remove traces of test solution and
coated with a removable lacquer to preserve the test faces during the retention period.

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9. INSPECTION
9.1 GENERAL
Inspection shall be carried out after all forming, machining and heat treatments have been
completed, except that volumetric inspection by radiography or UT may, at the
Manufacturer’s discretion, be made before final machining subject to the surface condition
being suitable for the inspection method.
All components shall be free from scale, gouges, laps and scratches greater than 0.5 mm
(1/6 in) in depth. Suspect areas shall be further examined by liquid penetrant examination
(LPE) to inspect for unacceptable defects. LPE shall be repeated after any rectification
work to remove defects or indications.
All inspections shall be completed in accordance with the methods and specifications
specified in Table 9.1 for the relevant product type. In addition, 100 % visual inspection
shall be carried out and reported for all components.
Where percentage inspections are specified, the sampling plan shall be agreed with the
Principal and shall ensure that the inspected sample represents all raw material and
manufacturing variations relevant to the order. Where other relevant specifications indicate
different requirements with respect to sample inspections, the most stringent requirement
shall be met.
If any unacceptable flaws are found during a percentage inspection, the remainder of the
component shall be inspected and all other remaining components from that manufacturing
batch.
Details of any alternative inspection methods or specifications may be submitted for
consideration but shall be adopted only with the written approval of the Principal.
The Manufacturer or Contractor shall provide detailed NDT procedures relevant to the work
to the Principal for review and approval. An NDT Level 3 engineer shall have approved the
NDT procedures and associated technique sheets relevant to the work.
9.2 INSPECTION PERSONNEL

All inspection personnel shall hold a current qualification relevant to the type of inspection
to be carried out. NDT operators shall be qualified according to ISO 9712 Level 2, ASNT
SNT-TC-1A Level II, or equivalent.
Personnel performing visual inspection shall be qualified in accordance with ISO 9712
Level 2, or equivalent.
Personnel responsible for NDT activities shall be qualified according to ISO 9712 Level 3.
All NDT specifications, procedures, and technique sheets shall clearly state the approval of
the NDT Level 3, showing the approval date and the qualification number and expiry date of
the NDT Level 3 individual. Personnel performing weld inspection shall be qualified in
accordance with AWS or equivalent.
Alternative qualifications will be accepted only by specific approval of the Principal.
Approval will be subject to satisfactory demonstration of independent control of the
qualification standards.
9.3 ADDITIONAL INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

9.3.1 Visual Inspection
Visual examination shall be carried out in a sufficiently illuminated area, (approximately
500 lux).
Components containing any of the following defects shall be rejected:
a. cracks
b. tears

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c. laminations
d. carbon pickup
Additionally, for welded fittings and tees, the following defects shall be rejected:
a. burnt weld
b. off seam (refers to welds produced outside the intended weld area)
c. incomplete penetration
Other defects are unacceptable when they exceed the limits shown below:
Defect Limit
External and internal scratches Maximum depth = 0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Pits Maximum depth = 0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Radial offset (HiLo) Maximum = 0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Weld centreline deviation (OD/ID) (Internal
Maximum = 1.5 mm (0.06 in)
weld surface versus external weld surface)
Minimum = 0 mm (0 in)
Weld reinforcement (each side) Maximum = +10 % of wall thickness
with a maximum of 1.5 mm (0.06 in)
Maximum depth = 6.5 mm (0.26 in)
Dents
or 2 % of OD whichever is smaller
For flanges: Scratches on gasket contact Maximum depth = 0.2 mm (0.008 in)
surface Maximum length = 3 mm (0.12 in)
9.3.2 Liquid penetrant inspection

Liquid penetrant inspection shall be performed in accordance with the specifications listed
in Table 9.1.
The testing shall be carried out after final machining. Non-machined surfaces shall be white
pickled prior to the testing.
Forged or cast components for subsea applications shall be subject to a minimum of
60 minutes penetrant application time. Penetrant should be re-applied as required during
this period, to ensure that it does not dry out.
No surface breaking discontinuities are permitted.
9.3.3 Radiography
Radiographic testing shall be carried out with X-radiography inspection using single wall,
single image technique with lead intensification screens. Where access to the inside of the
component is not possible, preference shall be given to the double wall, single image
technique.
Gamma radiation may be substituted if it can be demonstrated to the Principal that it meets
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The radiographic film sensitivity shall be as follows:
Technique Nominal wall Nominal wall Sensitivity (%)

thickness (mm) thickness (in)
X-ray >3 > 0.12 2.0
≤3 ≤ 0.12 3.0
Gamma ray >5 > 0.20 2.0
≤5 ≤ 0.20 3.0
9.3.4 Ultrasonic inspection

Ultrasonic inspection shall be carried out in accordance with the flat-bottom-hole DAC
procedures specified in ASTM A388 and ASTM E428, and, in addition, shall be in
accordance with ISO 10423 PSL 3.
Ultrasonic calibration blocks shall be made from material identical to that to be tested with
respect to composition; heat treatment and surface finish (i.e., demonstrate the same
acoustic characteristics as the manufactured material).
Performance on FBH DAC test blocks shall be demonstrated over the range of thicknesses
to be inspected. Normal angle (straight beam) probes shall be used in two perpendicular
directions (radial and axial). For OD/ID ratios less than 2.0:1.0, 45-degree angle probe
scans in the circumferential direction shall also be carried out.
The probe scanning speed shall be no greater than 75 mm/second (3 in/sec).
The procedure shall include scanning towards the back wall (subject to geometry), in order
to detect larger indications that may mirror the ultrasonic beam, and shall have defined
acceptance criteria for reduction in back wall signal amplitude.
Overlap between scan lines shall be related to the actual beam width and not to the probe
or crystal size and shall be specified in the procedure.
Subject to the size and geometry of the component, consideration should be given to
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Table 9.1 Inspection requirements for process and utility piping components
Extent For Service
Component Method Specifications Utility/Firewater ≤ 150lb All low temperature and all services > 150 lb
Pipe Liquid ASME V Art. 6 Bevelled ends - all bevels on Bevelled ends - all pipes
Seamless penetrant 10 % of pipes
ASME VIII Div. 1 Pipe ends – 100 % surface Pipe ends – 100 % surface area for 100 mm
App. 8 area for 100 mm from each from each end of all pipes3
end of 10 % of pipes2
Ultrasonic1 API 5L SR4 None 100 % all pipe
Pipe Liquid ASME V Art. 6 Bevelled ends - all bevels Bevelled ends - all pipes
Welded penetrant ASME VIII Div. 1 on 10 % of pipes
App. 8
Radiography5 ASME V Art 2 Weld seam - all pipes 100 % Weld seam - all pipes 100 %
ASME VIII Div. 1 100 % all repair welds to 100 % all repair welds to seam weld
UW518 seam weld.
Fittings Liquid ASME V Art. 6 Bevelled ends – all bevels Bevelled ends – all fittings3
Seamless penetrant ASME VIII Div. 1 on 10 % of pipe2
including App. 8 Surface4 – 100 % of 5 % of
Caps Surface4 – 100 % of 5 % of all items
all items (minimum 2 items/heat)
(minimum 2 items/heat)
Fittings Liquid ASME V Art. 6 Bevelled ends - all bevels on Bevelled ends - all fittings3
Welded penetrant ASME VIII Div. 1 10 % of pipes2
App. 8
Surface4 – 100 % of 5 % of all Surface4 – 100 % of 5 % of all items
items (minimum 2 items/heat)
5
Radiography ASME V Art 2 Weld seam – 100 % all fittings Weld seam – 100 % all fittings
ASME VIII Div. 1
UW518
Forgings Liquid ASME V Art. 6 Bevelled ends (where Bevelled ends (where applicable) - all fittings 3
penetrant ASME VIII Div. 1 applicable) all
App. 8 bevels on 10 % of pipes2
Surface4 – 100 % of 5 % of Surface4 – 100 % of 5 % of batch

batch (minimum 2 items/heat)
Ultrasonic ASTM A388,
None 100 %
ISO 10423 PSL 37
Castings Liquid ASME V Art. 6 Surface4 – 100 % of all Surface4 – 100 % of all items
penetrant6 ASME VIII Div. 1 items All repair welds – 100 %
App. 8 All repair welds – 100 %
Radiography ASME B16.34 Critical areas (ASME Critical areas (ASME B16.34) – 100 % of all
Annex B B16.34) – 5 % of items
all items.(minimum 1/heat)
All repair welds – 100 %10 All repair welds – 100 %10
Tees Liquid ASME V Art. 6 Surface4 – 100 % of all items Surface4 – 100 % of all items
penetrant ASME VIII Div. 100 % of weld bevels 100 % of weld bevels
1 App. 8
100 % of bar attachment 100 % of bar attachment welds
welds

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Extent For Service

Component Method Specifications Utility/Firewater ≤ 150lb All low temperature and all services > 150 lb
Tees Ultrasonic ASTM A388, 100 % of extruded branch 100 % of extruded branch crotch material9
ISO 10423 PSL crotch material9
37
100 % of weld preparations 100 % of weld preparations for a distance of
for a distance of 50 mm 50 mm back from the open end
back from the open end
100 % of weld seam for

transverse and longitudinal 100 % of weld seam for transverse and
defects longitudinal defects
Plate (e.g., Liquid ASME V Art. 6 Edges - 100 % of all items3 Edges - 100 % of all items3
Spectacle penetrant ASME VIII Div. 1 Surface4 - 100 % of 10 % of all items
Blinds, App. 8
Spacers)
Bar (e.g., Liquid ASME V Art. 6 Surface4 - 100 % of 10 % of Surface4 - 100 % of all items3
Thermo- penetrant ASME VIII Div. 1 all items2
wells) App 8
NOTES to Table 9.1:

1. Wall thickness * 10 mm only.
2. May be reduced to 0 % based on evidence of no defects in manufacture.
3. May be reduced to 10 % based on evidence of no defects in manufacture.
4. Surface = External Surface only.
5. A suitably qualified UT procedure is acceptable in lieu of radiography.
6. Final liquid penetrant inspection of castings shall be carried out after final machining.
7. Sensitivity and DAC to be based on flat bottom holes: for material up to 38 mm (1½ in) hole
diameter 1.6 mm ( 1/16 in); for material up to 150 mm (6 in) hole diameter 3.2 mm (1/8 in) ; for
material exceeding 150 mm (6 in) hole diameter 6.4 mm ( ¼ in).
8. In addition to UW-51, the following additions are made:
• Any sharp or crack like defect is unacceptable regardless of depth.
• For wall thicknesses' less than 14 mm (0.56 in) the maximum depth of a continuous or semi-
continuous undercut is 0.3 mm (0.012 in).
• For wall thicknesses equal to or greater than 14 mm the maximum depth of a continuous or
semi-continuous undercut is 0.5 mm (0.02 in).
9. Crotch area includes all surfaces of branch and body subject to metal flow during branch forming.
10. Where it is not poss ble to conduct radiographic testing of weld repairs, ultrasonic testing shall be
carried out.

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10. DOCUMENTATION AND CERTIFICATION

All tests and inspections shall be reported.
The Manufacturer shall submit to the Principal the documentation listed below, signed and
stamped by the Manufacturer's quality control department, verifying that the components
comply with the requirements of this DEP. The certificates shall be endorsed by an
inspection agency acceptable to the Principal.
a. Record of manufacturing parameters
b. Heat treatment charts and records
c. Dimensional control reports
d. Non-destructive testing reports
e. Manufacture hardness tests
f. PMI certificates
g. Material certificates for the test material complying with ISO 10474, as defined in
Section 3.3, including all mechanical, metallurgical and corrosion results required by
this DEP.
h. Repair weld procedure qualification records and associated weld procedure
specifications.
i. Records, including photographic, of all weld repairs carried out.
This documentation shall be provided and accepted by the Principal prior to formal release
of the components.

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11. REFERENCES
In this DEP, reference is made to the following publications:
NOTES: 1. Unless specifically designated by date, the latest edition of each publication shall be used,
together with any amendments/supplements/revisions thereto.
2. The DEPs and most referenced external standards are available to Shell staff on the SWW (Shell
Wide Web) at http://sww.shell.com/standards/.
SHELL STANDARDS
DEP feedback form DEP 00.00.05.80-Gen.
Metallic materials: prevention of brittle fracture in new assets DEP 30.10.02.31-Gen.
Positive material identification (PMI) program DEP 31.10.00.10-Gen.
Linepipe induction bends (amendments / supplements to DEP 31.40.20.33-Gen.
ISO 15590-1)
Welded and seamless duplex and super duplex stainless steel line DEP 31.40.20.34-Gen.
pipe (amendments/supplements to API Spec 5LC)
Carbon steel and low alloy steel pipeline flanges for use in oil and DEP 31.40.21.34-Gen.
gas operations (amendments / supplements to ISO 15590-3)
Shell HSSE & SP Control Framework, Design and engineering DEM 1
manual DEM 1 – Application of technical standards
http://sww.manuals.shell.com/HSSE/
AMERICAN STANDARDS
Heat treatment and testing of large cross section and critical cross API RP 6HT
section components
Specification for line pipe API SPEC 5L
(Supplementary requirement 4) SR4
ASME boiler and pressure vessel code: nondestructive ASME V
examination
Radiographic examination ASME V Article 2
Liquid penetrant examination ASME V Article 6
ASME boiler and pressure vessel code: rules for construction of ASME VIII Division 1
pressure vessels
Qualification standard for welding and brazing procedures, welders, ASME IX
brazers and weld and brazing operators
Valves – Flanged, threaded, and welding end ASME B.16.34
Standard practice for ultrasonic examinations of steel forgings ASTM A388
Standard test methods for detecting detrimental intermetallic phase ASTM A923
in duplex austenitic/ferritic stainless steels
Standard practice for fabrication and control of metal, other than ASTM E428
aluminium, reference blocks used in ultrasonic examination
Standard test method for determining volume fraction by systematic ASTM E562
manual point count
Standard test method for pitting and crevice corrosion resistance of ASTM G48
stainless steel and related alloys by use of ferric chloride solutions
EUROPEAN STANDARDS
Qualification test of welders – Fusion welding – Part 1: steels EN 287-1

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Pressure equipment directive PED 97/23/EC
NORWEGIAN STANDARDS
Submarine pipeline systems DNV OS F-101
Design of duplex stainless steel subsea equipment exposed to DNV RP F112
cathodic protection
Qualification of manufacturers of special materials NORSOK M-650
INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
Metallic materials – Charpy pendulum impact test, part 1 ISO 148-1
test method
Quality management systems – Requirements ISO 9001
None destructive testing – Qualification and certification of NDT ISO 9712
personnel
Petroleum and natural gas industries – Drilling and production ISO 10423
equipment – Wellhead & Christmas tree equipment
Metallic products - Inspection documents ISO 10474
Specification and qualification of welding procedures for metallic ISO 15614
materials — Welding procedure test
Conformity assessment – General requirements for accreditation ISO 17011
bodies accrediting conformity assessment bodies
General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration ISO 17025
laboratories
GUIDELINES
Guidelines for materials selection and corrosion control for subsea EEMUA 194
oil and gas production equipment
Quality requirements for the manufacture and supply of duplex EEMUA 218
stainless steels

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APPENDIX A ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR FLANGES

This appendix covers additional requirements for the manufacture and testing of forged
6Mo austenitic, 22Cr duplex stainless steel and 25Cr super duplex stainless steel weld
neck, swivel ring, and anchor flanges for use as piping, vessel or pipeline components.
These requirements are in addition to those specified in the main sections of this DEP.
All flanges shall be manufactured in accordance with DEP 31.40.21.34-Gen. Although this
above DEP is intended for carbon and low alloy steel flanges, it shall also be applied to
6Mo austenitic, 22Cr duplex stainless steel and 25Cr super duplex stainless steel. All
testing and inspection shall be carried out per this DEP. Additional guidance on MPQ and
manufacture testing is given in this appendix.
A.1 MANUFACTURING PROCEDURE QUALIFICATION

With the approval of the Principal, the MPQ for the swivel ring outer forging may be waived
if the outer forging is manufactured to the same procedure as the swivel hub forging.
The test flange(s) shall be subject to inspection and testing, as appropriate to the forging
type, as specified in Table A.1, Table A.2, Figure A.1, Figure A.2, and Figure A.3 of this
DEP.
A.2 MANUFACTURE TESTING

Manufacture testing shall be carried out as specified in Table A.3 of this DEP.
Specimens shall be removed from a prolongation of the weld neck or the swivel ring outer
forging as shown in Figure A.1 and Figure A.4 of this DEP.
If the forgings are made using closed die, which do not allow the inclusion of prolongations,
testing may be carried out on part-finished sacrificial forgings.
NOTE: Part-finished means finished to the final overall dimensions but ring grooves, raised faces and bolt
holes do not need to be machined.
In addition, the product chemical composition shall be determined from a manufactured

forging prolongation at a frequency of not less than one per cast.
The prolongations shall not be removed from the forgings until the heat treatment has been
completed.

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Table A.1 MPQ testing requirements for weld neck flanges and swivel ring flange hubs
Flange Size Test Locations Test Requirements

(Nominal
diameter)
All Prolongation 1 chemical analysis
Refer to 1 room temperature transverse tensile test
Figure A.1
1 micro-specimen for micro-structural examination (from
tensile test specimen)
1 hardness survey (on micro-specimen)
1 set 3 Charpy V-notch impact tests (T)
1 ferrite determination (on micro-specimen)
2 pitting corrosion tests
All Section B 2 tensile tests (T, L)
Refer to 2 micro-specimens for micro-structural examination (one from
Figure A.2 each tensile test specimen)
2 hardness surveys (one on each micro-specimen)
Section A 2 sets of 3 Charpy V-notch impact tests. (T, L)

2 ferrite determinations (one on each micro-specimen)
12 in Sections C and E 2 tensile test (T, L) from each section
(304.8 mm)
and larger 4 micro-specimens for micro-structural examination (one from
each tensile test specimen)
Refer to
Figure A.2 4 hardness surveys (one on each micro-specimen)
Sections D and F 2 sets of 3 Charpy V-notch impact tests (T, L) from each
section
3 ferrite determinations (one on each micro-specimen)
T – Transverse L – Longitudinal

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Table A.2 MPQ testing requirements for rings of swivel ring flanges

(Nominal
diameter)
All Prolongation 1 room temperature transverse tensile test
Refer to 1 micro-specimen for micro-structural examination
Figure A.3 (from tensile test specimen)
1 set 3 Charpy V-notch impact tests (T)
1 ferrite determination (from micro-specimen
Body 1 chemical analysis

2 tensile test (T, L)
2 micro-specimen for micro-structural examination (one from
each tensile test specimen)
2 hardness surveys (one on each micro-specimen)
2 sets of 3 Charpy V-notch impact test (T, L)
2 ferrite determinations (one on each micro-specimens)
T – Transverse L – Longitudinal
Table A.3 Manufacture testing requirements for all weld neck flanges and swivel ring
flange hubs and rings

(Nominal
diameter)
All Prolongation 1 room temperature transverse tensile test
Refer to 1 hardness surveys (on micro-specimen)
Figure A.1 and
1 set 3 transverse Charpy V-notch impact tests
Figure A.4
1 flange or 1 ring 1 chemical analysis. See NOTE.

per heat treatment
batch
1 ferrite determination (on
micro-specimen)
NOTE: Only one chemical analysis per heat is required.

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TT
CT
Specimen Requirements:
SPECIMEN
SPECIMEN IDENTIFICATION
TYPE
TT T1
CT C1
1. C1 is a SET OF THREE Charpy impact specimens

2. All specimens to be taken from mid-thickness
(illu0909090)
Figure A.1 Schematic view of mechanical test specimen locations for both the
Manufacturing Procedure Qualification and production testing from the
weld neck of a weld neck flange

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P
Q
TT X (to mid length)
TL
X
CL
X
CT
P X
B C
A D
Dimensional details,
P = flange thickness in heat treatment condition
F
(NOT finished thickness)
If P < /= 50mm, then Q = P/2 and X> / = 25mm E
If P > 50mm, then Q = P/4 and X = the lesser of P or 100mm KEY
Specimen Requirements: (end elevation)
SPECIMEN
SECTION/SPECIMEN IDENTIFICATION
A B C D E F
TYPE
TL _ T2 T6 _
T4 _
_ _ _
TT T3 T7 T5
_ _ _
CL C2 C6 C4
_ _ _
CT C3 C7 C5
1. C2...C7 are SETS OF THREE Charpy impact specimens

(illu5581520)
Figure A.2 Schematic view of mechanical test specimen locations for

Manufacturing Procedure Qualification testing of a weld neck
flange body

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X TT
TL
X
CL
CT
P = flange thickness in heat treatment condition
(NOT finished thickness)
If P _< = 50mm, then Q = P/2 and X >/= 25mm
If P > 50mm, then Q = P/4 and X = the lesser of P or 100mm
SPECIMEN
SPECIMEN IDENTIFICATION
TYPE
TL T11
TT T12
CT C11
CL C12
1. C11 and C12 are SETS OF THREE Charpy impact specimens
(illu5581521)
Figure A.3 Schematic view of mechanical test specimen locations for

Manufacturing Procedure Qualification test samples for a swivel ring
flange body and ring

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TT
P CT
Prolongation of Production
Forging
Dimensions P and Q have the same numerical values

as determined from the requirements of Figure 3.
SPECIMEN SPECIMEN IDENTIFICATION

TYPE
TT T12
CT C13
1. C13 is a SET OF THREE Charpy impact specimens
(illu5581522)
Figure A.4 Schematic view of mechanical test specimen locations for production
test samples from a swivel ring flange body and ring

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APPENDIX B ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR BENDS (MANUFACTURED BY

INDUCTION BENDING PROCESS)
This appendix covers additional requirements for the manufacture and testing of forged
6Mo austenitic, 22Cr duplex stainless steel and 25Cr super duplex stainless steel induction
bends for use as piping or pipeline components. These requirements are in addition to
those specified in the main sections of this DEP.
All bends shall be manufactured in accordance with DEP 31.40.20.33-Gen. Although this
DEP is intended for carbon and low alloy steel bends, it shall also be applied to 6Mo
austenitic, 22Cr duplex stainless steel and 25Cr super duplex stainless steel bends. All
testing and inspection shall be carried out per this DEP. Additional guidance on MPQ and
manufacture testing are given in this appendix.
B.1 MANUFACTURING PROCEDURE QUALIFICATION

The test bend(s) shall be subject to inspection and testing, appropriate to the mother pipe
type, as specified in Table B.1 and Figure B.1.
B.2 MANUFACTURE TESTING

Portable hardness readings shall be made on each manufactured bend in the finished
condition. The Principal shall approve the method and procedure to be used.
Readings shall be taken on the tangent ends remote from the bending transition zone, on
the bending transition zone, and on the external and internal azimuth of the body of the
bend. A minimum of five readings shall be taken at each location. The results shall meet
the requirements specified in (5.4), and shall be consistent with the results recorded for the
test band. If there is a large variation between the production test results and the test bend,
the Principal may require additional metallographic examination to provide assurance that
the production bends meet all the requirements of this DEP.

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Table B.1 MPQ Testing requirements for duplex and super duplex stainless steel
induction bends
Seamless Mother Pipe and Seam Welded Mother Pipe

Test Locations (Figure B.1) Tests Required
A. External azimuth
Start transition 1 set of 3 transverse Charpy impact
specimens
1 longitudinal through thickness section for

micro-examination and hardness survey¹
1 pitting corrosion test
Bend body 1 transverse tensile test

1 longitudinal tensile test
3 longitudinal through thickness sections for
1 set of 3 transverse Charpy impact
specimens
Finish transition 1 longitudinal through thickness section for

B. Internal azimuth
Start transition 1 longitudinal through thickness section for
micro-examination, ferrite count and
hardness survey¹
Bend body 1 transverse tensile test

1 longitudinal tensile test
3 longitudinal through thickness sections for
1 set of 3 transverse Charpy impact
specimens
Finish transition 1 longitudinal through thickness section for

Seam Welded Mother Pipe Only
C. Neutral axis (seam weld)
Start transition 1 cross weld tensile test

1 cross weld through thickness section for
micro-examination and hardness survey²

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Seamless Mother Pipe and Seam Welded Mother Pipe

4
Bend body 1 cross weld tensile test

1 all weld metal tensile test
3 cross well guided bend tests
3 cross weld through thickness sections for
3
micro-examination and hardness survey
3 sets of 3 Charpy impact specimens
4
Finish transition 1 cross weld through thickness section for

micro-examination and hardness survey²
NOTES: 1. Hardness readings shall be taken within 2 mm (0.08 in) of internal and external surfaces.
2. Hardness readings shall be taken in parent material remote from the fusion line, parent material
within 0.5 mm (0.02 in) of the fusion line and weld metal within 2 mm (0.08 in) of internal and
external surfaces.
3. One set of three at the weld centreline. One set of three taken at the fusion line (50 % weld metal,
50 % parent material). One set of three taken at the fusion line +5 mm (0.20 in). All specimens
shall be transverse to the weld and notched through thickness.
4. Pitting corrosion test shall include the weldment at mid length.

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Transition
zone
Bend
Longitudinal
weld seam
Start of bend
Transition
zone
End of bend
Transition Transition
zone zone
External
Azimuth
6 4 5 1 5 1 6 5 4 f.l.+ 5 5
weld f.l. 2mm
Neutral
weld axis
6 1 5 1 5 2 3 6 5 4 4 4 5 5
Internal
Azimuth
6 5 1 5 1 6 5 4 5 5
Neutral
axis
Start Finish
Legend: 1. Transverse / longitudinal tensile.

2. All weld metal.
3. Transverse guided bend.
4. Charpy V-notch.
5. Macrographic / micrographic. (Ferrite count for duplex)
6. Pitting corrosion (when required).
f.l. Fusion line.
Figure B.1 Locations and identification of test specimens

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APPENDIX C ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR TEES

This appendix covers additional requirements for the manufacture and testing of 6Mo
austenitic, 22Cr duplex stainless steel and 25Cr super duplex stainless steel tees for use as
piping or pipeline components. These requirements are in addition to those specified in the
main sections of this DEP.
All testing and inspection shall be carried out per this DEP. Additional guidance on MPQ
and manufacture testing are given in this appendix. The manufacturing drawings shall be
approved by the Principal.
C.1 MANUFACTURING PROCEDURE QUALIFICATION
The test tee(s) shall be subject to inspection and testing, appropriate to the mother pipe
type, as specified in Table C.1 and Figure C.1.
C.2 MANUFACTURE TESTING
Manufacture testing shall be carried out a frequency of one set of tests per cast per heat
treatment batch. The set of tests shall comprise the mechanical testing defined in
Table C.2.
Specimens shall be removed from prolongations located at the end of the tee body as
shown in Figure C.1. Prolongations shall not be removed from the forgings until heat
treatment has been completed.
Table C.1 MPQ testing requirements for duplex and super duplex stainless steel tees
Mother pipe and test locations Test requirements

Seamless pipe - blocks A, B and C 1 chemical analysis – (Block A only)
1 transverse tensile
1
1 longitudinal tensile
1 micro-section examination and 1 ferrite
2
determination from (Block B only)
1 hardness survey
2 set of 3 Charpy V-notch impact tests (1 set from
3
Block A or B and C)
2 pitting corrosion tests (1 each from Block B&C)
Longitudinally seam welded pipe 1 chemical analysis – (Block A only)
4
1 transverse tensile
5
2 longitudinal tensile
3 micro-section examination and 3 ferrite
determination from (1 each from Block A, B & C
7
only)
1 hardness survey in accordance with ISO 15614-
1(Block C)
2 set of 3 Charpy V-notch impact tests (1 set from
6
Block A or B and C)
8
2 pitting corrosion tests (1 each from Block B&C)
Refer to Figure C.1 for block locations.

NOTES: 1. Tested parallel to block B.
2. Test specimen taken from Block B.
3. Transverse to the axis of the branch or chord at the test locations and notched through thickness.
4. Transverse to the weld seam.
5. Longitudinal to axis of the chord.

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6. One set taken from parent material, weld centreline and fusions line. All specimens transverse to
the axis of the chord and notched through thickness.
7. Ferrite determinations shall be made in parent material, adjacent to the fusion line and in the weld
metal.
8. Weld shall be tested.
Table C.2 Manufacture testing requirements for duplex and super duplex stainless steel
tees
Test Locations Frequency Testing requirements

Seamless pipe prolongation, 1 tee per heat per heat 1 transverse tensile
refer to Figure C.1 treatment batch 1 hardness survey
(on micro-section)
1 set 3 transverse Charpy
v-notch impact tests
1 ferrite determination
1 per heat 1 chemical analysis
Welded pipe prolongation, refer 1 tee per heat per heat 2 transverse tensile (1 off
to Figure C.1 treatment batch parent & 1 off weld)
1 weld microsection,1 ferrite
determination 1 hardness
survey (on micro-section)
2 set 3 transverse Charpy
v-notch impact tests (1 parent
6
material and 1 weld)
1 per heat 2 chemical analysis (1 off
parent and 1 off weld metal)

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Figure C.1 Locations and identification of test specimens

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APPENDIX D MANUFACTURING PROCESS QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL RANGE OF RECORDED PARAMETERS COMMENTS

VARIABLE QUALIFICATION
Thickness tested (t) Strip, plate, pipe, tube and wrought
t ≤ 40mm t + 25% fittings
t > 40mm maximum 40mm
Thickness of qualification test piece.
Thickness tested (t) Forgings, castings and HIP
t ≤ 60mm t + 25%
t > 60mm maximum 60mm
UNS number No change permitted UNS number
Starting material No change permitted Condition of starting material Ingots or billets are assumed to
Heat number equivalent; if the forging reduction ratio is
Original mill certificate achieved on the final product and all
other testing is acceptable.
Location Any change in Address of manufacturing location
manufacturing location or Address of all sub-contractor for This may require follow up MPQ at sub
change of sub-contractor essential operations. contractor, if the principal requires.
for essential operations.
Equipment Any change that may Where applicable: The principal shall be informed of any
negatively influence the Melting equipment, capability and equipment change that may influence the
production process. This capacity. production process. Written approval by
also applies to sub- Ladle refining and capacity the principal shall be required to proceed
contractor for essential Furnaces type without re-qualification.
operations. Forging presses and capacity
Heat treatment equipment (intermediate
and final)

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Castings Any change in moulding Moulding materials (including resin Procedures for moulding process
materials or process. types) controls should be submitted to show
Moulding process procedure number how the quality is maintained.
Any change in casting Melting process A manufacturing process summary/flow
techniques and ladle types. Ladle refining chart should be used to sequence the
Ladle type production routes.
Pouring technique
Drawing of runners and risers with
dimensions and locations
Forging Any change in product form Type of forging i.e. open or closed die,
ring rolled etc.
Die dimensions
Any change in forging Forging reduction sequence. A manufacturing process summary/flow
technique Intermediate heating temperature and chart should be used to sequence the
time. production routes.
Maximum and minimum temperatures
recorded during forging.
Maximum forging pressure.
HIP Any change in powder Manufacturers name and location of
manufacturer or location of production.
production Powder size and chemistry
Any change in HIP Vessel/Furnace ID
parameters or equipment
Hot Forming Any change in forming Forming process type
process
Any change in forming Forming reduction sequence. A manufacturing process summary/flow
technique Intermediate heating temperature and chart should be used to sequence the
time. production routes.
Maximum and minimum temperatures
recorded during forming.

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Welding Any change from the Pre-qualified weld procedures require
approved welding approval from the Principal.
specification.
Heat Treatment Solution annealing Furnace loading temperature
temperature qualified T - Ramp rate up & down
10°C to +20°C Heat treatment chart
Any reduction in soaking Soaking temperature & time
time
Any change in furnace or Furnace type
monitoring / recording Heat monitoring and recording
equipment equipment
Change of quench medium Quench medium
Quench medium temperature at start &
end quench
Change of quench method Quench method
Increase in transfer time Transfer time (seconds).
from furnace to quench
bath


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