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CURRENT
Last verified
2026-09-06
BSI · STANDARD
BS EN
ISO 17636-1
Non-destructive testing of welds — Radiographic testing with film techniques
Overview
What this standard covers
Radiographic examination of fusion welds using film, including exposure arrangements and image quality requirements.
Radiographic examination of fusion welds using film, including exposure arrangements and image quality requirements.
Who uses it
Inspection bodies, NDT technicians and quality engineers agreeing methods and acceptance levels.
Details
Reference data
- Standard number
- BS EN ISO 17636-1
- Title
- Non-destructive testing of welds — Radiographic testing with film techniques
- Organisation
- BSI
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- United Kingdom
- Subject
- Inspection & NDT
- Subcategory
- Radiographic
- Type
- STANDARD
- Application
- Contractual
- Availability
- Paid
- Status
- CURRENT
- Roles
- inspection standard
- Last verified
- 2026-09-06
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