ASTM E2479-16(R2021) pdf free download

ASTM E2479-16(R2021) pdf free download.Standard Practice for Measuring the Ultrasonic Velocity in Polyethylene Tank Walls Using Lateral Longitudinal (L CR ) Waves
1. Scope
1.1 This practice covers a procedure for measuring the ultrasonic velocities in the outer wall of polyethylene storage tanks. An angle beam lateral longitudinal (L CR ) wave is excited with wedges along a circumferential chord of the tank wall. A digital ultrasonic flaw detector is used with sending-receiving search units in through transmission mode. The observed velocity is temperature corrected and compared to the expected velocity for a new, unexposed sample of material which is the same as the material being evaluated. The difference between the observed and temperature corrected velocities determines the degree of UV exposure of the tank. 1.2 The practice is intended for application to the outer surfaces of the wall of polyethylene tanks. Degradation typi- cally occurs in an outer layer approximately 3.2 mm (0.125 in.) thick. Since the technique does not interrogate the inside wall of the tank, wall thickness is not a consideration other than to be aware of possible guided (Lamb) wave effects or reflections off of the inner tank wall. No special surface preparation is necessary beyond wiping the area with a clean rag. Inside wall properties are not important since the longitudinal wave does not strike this surface. The excitation of Lamb waves must be avoided by choosing an excitation frequency such that the ratio of wavelength to wall thickness is one fifth or less. 1.3 UV degradation on the outer surface causes a stiffening of the material and an increase in Young’s modulus and the longitudinal wave velocity. 1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to inch-pound units that are provided for informa- tion only and are not considered standard. 1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. 1.6 This international standard was developed in accor- dance with internationally recognized principles on standard- ization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom- mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
4. Summary of Practice
4.1 The lateral longitudinal wave (henceforth called the L CR wave) used in this practice is selected because it is the fastest wave in the tank wall, and, therefore its arrival at the receiver location is free from surrounding spurious indications coming through the tank wall. The typical setup is shown in Fig. 1 where the sending and receiving transducers are connected with a link through a pivot joint. The frequency selected is such that the wavelength is short compared to the wall thickness, assuring bulk wave velocity. Moreover, since it is a bulk wave the propagation is not affected by variations in the inside tank wall. Therefore, the velocity measured in the outer tank wall is indicative of the material properties of that region, and not affected by the inner tank wall conditions.
5. Significance and Use
5.1 Measuring the velocity of ultrasound in materials is a unique method for determining nondestructively the physical properties, which can vary due to both manufacturing pro- cesses and environmental attack. Velocity is directly related to the elastic moduli, which can vary based on environmental exposure and manufacturing process, The L CR method de- scribed herein is able to measure the velocity between two adjacent points on a surface and therefore is independent ofthe conditions on the opposite wall. Applications of the method beyond polymer tanks will undoubtedly be developed and examination may occur in the production line as well as in the in-service mode. 6.