ASTM E114-95

ASTM E114-95 - 1.1.2001

1. Scope

1.1 This practice covers ultrasonic examination of materials by the pulse-echo method using straight-beam longitudinal waves introduced by direct contact of the search unit with the material being examined.

1.2 This practice shall be applicable to development of an examination procedure agreed upon by the users of the document.

1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents

E543-26	Standard Specification for Agencies Performing Nondestructive Testing
ANSI/ASNT CP-189
SNT-TC-1A	Recommended Practice for Personnel Qualification and Certification in Nondestructive Testing
NAS-410	Certification and Qualification of Nondestructive Test Personnel Available from Aerospace Industries Association of America, Inc. (AIA), 1000 Wilson Blvd., Suite 1700, Arlington, VA 22209-3928, http://www.aia-aerospace.org.
ISO 9712
E317-21	Standard Practice for Evaluating Performance Characteristics of Ultrasonic Pulse-Echo Testing Instruments and Systems without the Use of Electronic Measurement Instruments
E1316-26a	Standard Terminology for Nondestructive Examinations (Includes all amendments and changes 3/30/2026).