The supplier shall submit the
following: Mill certificate of the weld wire chemical analysis, identification
(stamped, tagged, or equivalent) of alloy for each weld rod, and identification
of manufacturer, heat lot number, size, weight, and specification material type
on each container or reel/spool.
Sub-clauses
for Contractors performing weld operations for JPL:
(a) Prior to usage and when required by process or filler metal
specification, applicable chemical, mechanical, weldability,
etc., properties must be verified through tests on each shipment or lot (heat
treat) of weld rod and reel/spool.
(b) Each weld rod shall be
verified to be the specified material alloy prior to use. A unique
identification must be placed at the lowest level of control (i.e., wire,
package, tube, etc.) to assure traceability of the 100% material alloy
verification tests.
(c) Filler metals shall be stored in original
sealed containers until immediately prior to use or test.