AWS D10 Series - comprehensive guidelines for welding piping and tubing

The AWS D10 series provides comprehensive guidelines for welding piping and tubing, encompassing various aspects of the welding process. These standards specify suitable welding processes, materials, joint preparation techniques, and procedures for ensuring the quality and integrity of welded pipe and tubing systems. Key considerations include the selection of appropriate welding processes (such as SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW), the use of compatible welding materials (electrodes, filler wires, and fluxes), proper joint preparation (beveling, backing, and gap sizing), and adherence to prescribed welding procedures (preheating, welding sequence, interpass cleaning, and PWHT). Additionally, the standards outline inspection and testing requirements (visual inspection, dimensional checks, and NDT) to verify the quality of welded joints and ensure compliance with industry standards.