API 570 Model question-1

The following is a collection of questions remembered by various students who took API 570 exam in the past. The answers will be found in the following reference publications API 570, RP 574, RP 578, ASME Sec.V, Sec.IX, B 31.3 & B 16.5(a)
1. What is the height of the raised face on regularly furnished class 300 Raised Face Flanges? A. 0.06 B. 0.09 C. 0.19 D. 0.25

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 2. In a piping system, NPS 4, SMLS material A-53 Grade B, the thickness near a wel is 0.18. The system is designed to operate at 675 PSIG at 500F. What is the actual remaining corrosion allowance? A. 0.076 B. 0.080 C. 0.091 D. 0.1

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 3. Which of the A. B. C. D. following are nonessential variables for SMAW? Change of electrode Change in the groove design Change in the PWHT Change in the welding process

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 4. When designating an injection point circuit for the purpose of inspection, the recommended upstream limit of the injection point circuit is__________? A. Minimum 12 inches B. Maximum 12 inches C. Three pipe diameters D. Both A and C

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 5. A process in which a ferrous metal is heated to a suitable temperature above the transformation range and is subsequently cooled in still air at room temperature is referred to as ____________? A. quenching B. Normalizing C. Annealing D. Solution heat treating

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 6. One advantage of isotope radiography is it _____________ A. Will detect all defects in a pipe weld B. Can be performed by anyone with little or no training C. Can not supply a permanent visual record D. Is not an ignition source in the presence of hydrocarbons

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 7. A piping circuit, 300long, operates at 500F. What is the linear thermal expansion of the circuit if the circuit was constructed using A 106-B piping? A. 3.62 inches

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B. C. D.

7.24 inches 10.86 inches 14.48 inches

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 8. An employer A. B. C. D. may accept a performance qualification made for another employer provided the ___________________ Inspector specifically approves Piping engineer approves Action is allowed by ASME, Section V Other employer is a subcontractor for the current employer

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 9. Guided bend specimens for welder qualifications shall have no open defects in the weld or heat affected zone exceeding ______________ A. 1/16 B. 1/8 C. 3/16 D. no open defects allowed

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 10. The inspector is reviewing a radiograph of a pipe weld, the pipe wall is thick. What is the hole type IQI designation if the penetrameter is placed on the source side? A. 12 B. 15 C. 17 D. 20 Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 11. In a piping system, the most susceptible location for cracking is ______________ A. Around supports B. In welds C. In bolting D. In the areas of temporary clamps Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 12. What is the PNo. for SA 414 Grade A? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 11B Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 13. What is the minimum thickness of a class 1500 NPS 4 blind flange? A. 1.12 B. 1.88 C. 2.12 D. 2.88 Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 14. The preheat A. B. C. D. zone shall extend at least ___________ beyond each edge of the weld 6T 12 inches (30cm) wall thickness divided by 3 25 mm (1 inch)

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 15. During procedure qualification, how many nick-break specimens are required if the pipe is NPS 8 S/80, 0.500 wall? A. 1

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B. C. D.

2 4 None

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 16. The owner/user shall maintain appropriate permanent and progressive records of each piping system. The records shall include _________________ A. All original construction data B. System service; classification; identification numbers C. All ASME requirements D. Original heat and batch numbers of the system Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 17. The maximum carbon content of a mild steel weld deposit is ______________ A. 0.15% carbon B. 0.20% carbon C. 0.30% carbon D. 0.17% carbon Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 18. What is the recommended preheat temperature for 1 thick carbon steel? A. 300F B. 235F C. 175F D. None Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 19. An alternative to inspection of buried piping is to leak test the system with liquid at a pressure at least ______________ A. 1 times the Maximum operating pressure B. 1 times the Maximum operating pressure C. 10% greater than the Maximum operating pressure D. Actual Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 20. The F number of SFA-5.1 & 5.5 is: A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. All of the above Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 21. As a part of A. B. C. D. general maintenance, any repair organization may make repairs to a piping system as long as: The inspector is satisfied with the competency of the repair organization The piping engineer is on site The repair organization has a contract Their hourly rate is acceptable

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 22. Welded joints in carbon steel and carbon-molybdenum steel exposed to elevated temperatures of 800F or over may be subjected to ______________ A. Pearlite structure B. annealing C. graphitization D. normalizing Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 23. What is the allowable undercut for a branch connection in Category D service?

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A. B. C. D.

Zero (no evident imperfections) 1/32 inch 1 mm Both B and C

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 24. Changing the weld progression from uphill to down hill will have a major impact on ______________ A. Nick-break strengths B. Notch toughness properties C. Tensile strengths D. Bulge tests Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 25. What is the test position when the pipe is horizontal, fixed? A. 1G B. 2G C. 5G D. 6G Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 26. API ______________ provides a detailed discussion of inspection of in-service piping welds. A. Section IX B. B 31.3 C. 570 D. B 16.5a Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 27. TMLs can be A. B. C. D. eliminated for piping systems with which of the following characteristics: high potential for creating an emergency in the event of a leak extremely corrosive systems low potential for creating an emergency in the event of a leak piping systems in cyclic conditions at high pressures and temperatures

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 28. When determining the corrosion rate, the formulas from API 570 may be used or: A. Published data on piping system in comparable service B. Owner/users experience C. Budget restraints D. Both A and B Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 29. The owner/user shall maintain appropriate permanent and progressive records about each piping system covered by API 570, this may be done by: A. The inspectors memory B. The project managers secretary C. Computer based system D. Records are not a requirement of API 570 Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 30. When the corrosion rte for a piping circuit can not otherwise be determined, the initial thickness measurement determination shall be made after no more than: A. 1 year B. 6 months C. 3 months D. 30 days Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________

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API 570 Model question-2

The following is a collection of questions remembered by various students who took API 570 exam in the past. The answers will be found in the following reference publications API Standard 570 Piping inspector code API Recommended practice 574 ASME Boiler & Pressure vessel code Sec.V Non-destructive examination Sec.IX Welding and brazing qualifications ASME B 16.5 Pipe flanges & Flanged fittings ASME B 31.3 Process Piping

31.

When evaluating a radiograph of 2 1/4 thick carbon steel piping, what is the maximum geometric unsharpness? A. B. C. D. 0.020 0.030 0.040 0.070

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 32. What is the test position when the pipe is vertical? A. B. C. D. 1G 2G 5G 6G

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 33. The location markers which are to appear as radiographic images on the film shall be placed on the _______________ A. B. C. D. part film holder/cassette film side only IQI

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 34. What is the outside diameter of a gasket for a Class 400 NPS 12 slip-on raised face flange, the edges of the gasket do not extend to the bolt. A. B. 12.75 15.00

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C. D.

16.50 18.00

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 35. If the soil resistivity is 6,500 ohm-cm, what is the inspection interval for buried piping without cathodic protection? A. B. C. D. 10 years 15 years 5 years Whenever a leak is suspected

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 36. The ammeter on each piece of magnetizing equipment shall not deviate by more than _____________ A. B. C. D. 30% 10% 20% 15%

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 37. A welder is tested on inch thick pipe in the 5G position. How many face bends are required for this test? A. B. C. D. 1 2 3 4

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 38. What is the minimum operating temperature that normalized A 516 Grade 70 plate can be used without impact testing? A. B. C. D. -29F -20F -50F 0F

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 39. Bellow expansion joints should be inspected visually for: A. B. C. D. misalignment thickness weight coating thickness

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 40. A welder is tested on 1/2 inch thick plate, how many face bends are required for this test? A. B. C. D. 1 2 3 4

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 41. During the final four hours of buried piping test, which was repressured to 125 PSI, the gauge fell 5 PSI A. B. C. D. The The The The piping system failed piping system passed test must be repeated piping system must be visually inspected

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Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 42. A WPS is written qualified welding procedure prepared to provide direction for ___________ A. B. C. D. Making production welds to code requirements The welder to make temporary welds The inspector for inspection of the welds The welder to use as a general guideline

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 43. A steel that hardens during cooling in air from a temperature above its transformation range is ________________ A. B. C. D. Quenched and tempered steel Annealed steel Air-hardened steel Normalised steel

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 44. A pipe welder successfully passes a 6G pipe test. The welder can weld in which of the following positions? A. B. C. D. 1G 2G 5G All positions

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 45. A radiograph may be produced without a written procedure if ____________ A. B. C. D. A client approves it The inspector approves it The density and penetrameter meet Article-2 requirements The weld quality is satisfactory

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 46. The work necessary to restore a piping system to a condition suitable for safe operation at the design condition is _________________ A. B. C. D. rework repair renewal Total replacement

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 47. Material in the form of ring used to support molten weld metal is called ______________ A. B. C. D. Backing gas Cold wire slug Consumable insert Backing ring

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 48. Backscatter radiation is determined by the use of ________________ A. B. C. D. A A A A lead B on the back of the film holder. film badge radioactive meter mirror held parallel to the film holder

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49.

Who shall have the overall responsibility for compliance with API 570 and for establishing requirements for inspection, repair, alteration and rerating? A. B. C. D. Piping engineer Repair organization inspector Owner/user

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 50. During a procedure qualification test on pipe that is 3/8 inches thick, how many side bends are required if the face and root bends are acceptable? A. B. C. D. 1 2 4 None

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 51. As a standard technique, the temperature of the penetrant and the surface of the part to be processed shall not be below _____________ A. B. C. D. 125F 50F 32F 81C

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 52. Small bore piping is piping that is less than ______________ A. B. C. D. NPS 2 NPS 3 Or equal to NPS 2 NPS 6

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 53. Excess water washable penetrant shall be removed with a water spray. The water pressure shall not exceed __________________ A. B. C. D. 110 PSI 90 PSI 50 PSI 20 PSI

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 54. The intent of B 31.3 is to set forth engineering requirement deemed necessary for safe design and ______________ A. B. C. D. Construction Construction Construction Construction of of of of tank installations piping installations vessel installations bridge installations

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 55. Flushing the surface with solvent, following the application of the penetrant and prior to developing is _________________ A. B. C. The average PT technique Allowed if sufficient solvent is available Not mentioned in ASME Section V

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D.

prohibited

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 56. Welding terms not specifically referenced in ASME B31.3 can be found in what document? A. B. C. D. ASME Section IX ASME Section V AWS A 2.4 AWS A 3.0

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 57. How many tensile test are required to qualify a plate groove weld? A. B. C. D. 2 3 4 6

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 58. What is the maximum allowable prod spacing using an AC prod technique? A. B. C. D. t/2 8 inches 10 inches No spacing required

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 59. _________ may not be performed on the root pass or final pass of a weld. A. B. C. D. Peening Cleaning Stress Relieving Painting

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 60. Which of the following are not normally performed on piping? A. B. C. D. Internal visual inspection Excavation of buried piping Thickness measurements External visual inspection

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API 570 Model question-3

The following is a collection of questions remembered by various students who took API 570 exam in the past. The answers will be found in the following reference publications API Standard 570 Piping inspector code API Recommended practice 574 ASME Boiler & Pressure vessel code Sec.V Non-destructive examination Sec.IX Welding and brazing qualifications ASME B 16.5 Pipe flanges & Flanged fittings ASME B 31.3 Process Piping
61. A physical change in any component that has design implications affecting the pressure containing capacity of a piping system is defined as a(n) ___________ A. B. C. D. rework repair renewal alteration

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 62. Determine the MAWP, at the next inspection, of the following piping system based on the following Design pressure/ Temperature Pipe description Thickness determined from inspection Observed corrosion rate Next planned inspection MAWP = _____________ A. B. C. D. 263 329 732 125 PSIG PSIG PSIG PSIG 700 PSIG/300F NPS 10, SA 285 Gr.C, EFW Spiral seam-No RT 0.30 in. 0.02 in/year 5 years

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 63. When may a new employer accept a performance qualification made for a previous employer? A. B. C. D. This action is not allowed by ASME, Section V When the piping engineer approves When the inspector specifically approves When the other employer is a subcontractor for the current employer

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________

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64.

A term which indicates that a provision is neither required nor prohibited. A. B. C. D. must may shall should

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 65. If a weldment is allowed to cool prior to heat treatment, the rate of cooling shall be ___________ A. B. C. D. Controlled 50F per hour to ambient 100F per hour to ambient Water cooled immediately

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 66. Wet magnetic particle examination shall not be performed if the surface temperature of the part exceeds _____________ A. B. C. D. 100C 40F Manufacturers temperature limitations 135F

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 67. When it is necessary to verify the adequacy or direction of the magnetizing field, ________ shall be used. A. B. C. D. A pie-shaped magnetic particle field indicator A polarized lens type indicator A florescent light with appropriate safety shield Iron powder in a non-aqueous base

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 68. The joint efficiency of an in-service piping system is less than 1, corrosion was found, along the long seam of the pipe, using ultrasonic inspection techniques. The corrosion rates require the piping to be rejected. However, if the joint efficiency were increased the system would be acceptable A. B. C. D. It is not possible to increase the joint efficiency for existing piping systems The system may be radiographed to accordance with ASME B 31.3 and the joint efficiency increased. The system may be ultrasonically inspected in accordance with ASME B 31.3 and the joint efficiency increased Both B and C

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 69. Thickness testing of small connections such as nipples can be performed by ________ A. B. C. D. UT digital gauges MT PT Hammer testing

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 70. underground piping, 8 ft. below grade is excavated for inspection: A. B. C. D. An intelligent pig must be used A remote video camera must be used NACE RP 0169 must be referred The sides of the trench should be shored

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Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 71. As a standard technique, the temperature of the penetrant and the surface of the part to be processed shall not be above ________________ A. B. C. D. 125F 50F 32F 81C

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 72. When valve body and/or closure pressure tests are performed after servicing, they should be conducted in accordance with: A. B. C. D. API 598 API 798 NACE RP 0169 ASME B 31.3

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 73. The minimum thickness at each TML can be located by ultrasonic scanning or ________ A. B. C. D. Hammer testing radiography Magnetic particle testing Penetrant testing

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 74. During the calibration of MT equipment the lifting power of an DC yoke must be at least ____________ A. B. C. D. 100 lbs. 40 lbs. 10 lbs. 5 lbs.

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 75. Lines that sweat are susceptible to deterioration at areas of _________________ A. B. C. D. High point vents supports high temperature low temperature

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 76. Services that are flammable but do not significantly vaporize when they leak and are not located in high-activity areas are labeled _________________ A. B. C. D. Class Class Class Class 1 2 3 4

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 77. During PT test, final interpretation shall be made within what time range? A. B. C. D. 7 to 60 min 30 to 60 min 60 to 120 min anytime after 24 hours

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Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 78. Who shall provide the materials, equipment, quality control, and workmanship necessary to maintain and repair the piping systems in accordance with the requirements of API 570? A. B. C. D. Piping engineer Repair organization inspector operator

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 79. What is the proper dimension for a cross section which is to be subjected to a Charpy V-notch impact test? A. B. C. D. 1/2 square 10 M square 10 mm square 0.505 square

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 80. When inspecting piping in an operating unit, protective equipment shall be worn when required by regulation or by: A. B. C. D. The inspector judgment The owner The fire department This is not a requirement

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 81. A pipe welder successfully passes a 6 GR pipe test, the welder is qualified to weld which of the following A. B. C. D. Pipe groove welds Fillet welds on pipe Anything that can be welded 6 GR is not recognized by ASME

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 82. In compliance with API 570, potable water follows U.S practice which allows: A. B. C. D. 2,500 parts per million maximum chloride less than 1 part per million maximum chloride 250 parts per million maximum chloride There is no maximum chloride requirement

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 83. When the United States Coast Guard requires a system to be pressured tested, care should be taken to avoid _________, if the system is subject to thermal expansion. A. B. C. D. Under pressure Excessive pressure Pneumatic pressure testing is required in this situation Pipe shrinkage

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 84. Procedure and performance tests examined by PT shall be judged unacceptable when the examination exhibits any indication in excess of ______________ A. B. C. D. Linear indications less than 1/16 long Rounded indications 3/16 in diameter Three relevant rounded indication in a line separated by 1/8 relevant linear indication

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Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 85. The owner of buried piping should conduct surveys of the surface conditions on and adjacent to each pipeline path every _________________. A. B. C. D. 6 months 12 months yearly 5 years

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 86. Radiographic film density shall be checked by a densitometer calibrated on a step wedge film traceable to ____________ A. B. C. D. API 650 ASNT SNT TC-1A ASME Section IX A national standard

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 87. Gate valves larger than NPS 2 usually have ___________ A. B. C. D. Full port openings An S seat area A restricted full-open port A venture-gate

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 88. Filler metals, for piping welds, shall conform to the requirements of? A. B. C. D. AWS A5.1 ASME Section IX ASME Section V API 570

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 89. During the inspection of S/A interface, excavation was required, what is he minimum depth required? A. B. C. D. 1 inch to 5 inches 6 inches to 12 inches 13 inches to 19 inches Inspector desecration

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 90. If gate valves are known to be exposed to corrosion/erosion, thickness readings should be taken in an area of high turbulence and stress, usually: A. B. C. D. On the gate On the stem On the outlet side connection Between the seats

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________

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API 570 Model question-4

The following is a collection of questions remembered by various students who took API 570 exam in the past. The answers will be found in the following reference publications API Standard 570 Piping inspector code API Recommended practice 574 ASME Boiler & Pressure vessel code Sec.V Non-destructive examination Sec.IX Welding and brazing qualifications ASME B 16.5 Pipe flanges & Flanged fittings ASME B 31.3 Process Piping
91. A point in the repair or alteration process beyond which work may not proceed until the required inspection has been performed and documented is called a(n) ___________ A. B. C. D. Hold point Inspection point Wait for the inspector and charge extra period Thickness measurement location

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 92. The exposed surface of a weld on the side from which the welding was done is called the weld ______________ A. B. C. D. Cap toe face root

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 93. A term which indicates that a provision is recommended as good practice but not a code requirement. A. B. C. D. must may shall should

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 94. With post-emulsifying penetrants the emulsification time is _______________ A. B. C. D. Based on water pressure Not as important as the dwell time To be calculated based on surface temperature To be determined experimentally

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95.

The person responsible to the owner-user for activities involving design, engineering review, analysis or evaluation of piping systems covered by API 570 is a(n) ___________ A. B. C. D. Piping engineer Repair organization inspector operator

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 96. The person responsible to the owner-user for determining that the requirements of API 570 for inspection, examination, and testing are met is a(n) _____________ A. B. C. D. Piping engineer Repair organization API Authorized Piping Inspector Operator

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 97. In compliance with API 570, who has control of the activities relating to the rerating, repair, and alteration of its piping systems? A. B. C. D. Repair organization Operations Owner-user inspection organization Maintenance craftsmen

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 98. Terminology for weld metal in excess of the specified weld size. A. B. C. D. Weld reinforcement Good weld technique Weld toe Weld throat

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 99. Which valve is used to automatically prevent backflow? A. B. C. D. Gate valve Globe valve Check valve Slide valve

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 100. Designated areas on piping systems where periodic inspections and thickness measurements are conducted are called _______________ A. B. C. D. TP TML MT PT

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 101. A flanged joint is composed of three separate components, the gasket, the bolting and _____________________ A. B. C. D. The The The The coating flange face finish flange identification flange

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102. The certification agency for API 570 is the __________________ A. B. C. D. American American American American Welding Society Petroleum Institute Production In-Service Group Piping Inspecton

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 103. During the calibration of MT equipment, the lifting power of an AC yoke must be at least ____________ A. B. C. D. 100 lbs. 40 lbs. 10 lbs. 5 lbs.

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 104. During the fluorescent MT test, the black light intensity shall be measured at least once every ____________ A. B. C. D. hour 2 hours 4 hours 8 hours

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 105. When a pipe qualification coupon for welders or welding operators has failed radiographic examination, the immediate retest shall be by radiographic examination. The weld length shall be _________________ A. B. C. D. One Two Two Two complete pipe weld complete pipe weld pipe welds for a total of 12 of weld 12 plate coupons

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 106. What percentage of all suspect areas and areas of damaged insulation should be inspected for a Class 3 system that is within susceptible temperature ranges? A. B. C. D. 100% 75% 50% 10%

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 107. What is the heat treatment holding time based on hour per inch of carbon steel 1 thick? A. B. C. D. 2.4 1.5 1.0 0.5 hr/in hr/in hr/in hr/in

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________

MAWP

(This information applies to question 108-120, where applicable)

564 psi/900F NPS 12, Sch.160, A 285 Gr.B, A672 Class 23 0.997 0.023 inches/year

Design pressure/temperature Pipe description Thickness from Inspection Corrosion Rate Class 1

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108. What is the MAWP of the system? A. B. C. D. 864.07 psig 86.407 psig 664.7 psig 66.47 psig

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 109. Can a 5 year inspection interval be performed? A. B. C. D. Yes because the MAWP at the next inspection is 864.07 psig Yes because the MAWP at the next inspection is 664.07 psig Yes because the MAWP at the next inspection is 66.47 psig No because the MAWP at the next inspection is 564 psig

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 110. What is the minimum required thickness of the system listed above? A. B. C. D. 1.312 1.112 0.997 0.650

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 111. Calculate the long term corrosion rate of the system listed above based on: 5 year interval: third cycle. A. B. C. D. 0.023 0.021 0.112 0.997

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 112. Calculate the short term corrosion rate of the system listed above, based on t previous = 1.112 t last = 0.997 5 year interval: third cycle A. B. C. D. 0.023 0.021 0.112 0.997

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 113. Calculate the remaining life of the system listed above. A. B. C. D. Less than 1 year 5 years 10 years 15 years

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 114. What is the calculated thickness of a 150 pound, NPS 8 flanged T A. B. C. D. 0.030 0.060 0.130 0.310

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115. What is the outside diameter of a gasket type E-2 for the fitting in question 114? A. B. C. D. 10.62 8.62 12.12 12.62

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 116. What is the P number for the pipe in question 108? A. B. C. D. 1.5 1 6 24

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 117. What is the Group number for the pipe in question 108? A. B. C. D. 1.5 1 6 24

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 118. What is the SFA number for E-7048 electrode? A. B. C. D. 5 5.1 5.29 5.42

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 119. What is the filler number for E-7018 electrodes? A. B. C. D. 1 2 3 4

Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________ 120. What is the position designation for welding pipe in the horizontal fixed position? A. 2G B. 3G C. 5G D. 6G Section/page _____________________ Reference Publication__________________

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API 570 Model question- 1 to 4 Answer Key

The following is a collection of questions remembered by various students who took API 570 exam in the past. The answers will be found in the following reference publications API Standard 570 Piping inspector code API Recommended practice 574 ASME Boiler & Pressure vessel code Sec.V Non-destructive examination Sec.IX Welding and brazing qualifications ASME B 16.5 Pipe flanges & Flanged fittings ASME B 31.3 Process Piping

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No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

Answer A

Reference: 6.4 Fig.7 B 31.3

No 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60

Answer

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No 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90

Answer

Reference:

No 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120

Answer

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