EN 444:1994
(Main)Non-destructive testing - General principles for radiographic examination of metallic materials by X- and gamma-rays
Non-destructive testing - General principles for radiographic examination of metallic materials by X- and gamma-rays
This European Standard outlines the general rules for industrial X- and gamma radiography for flaw detection purposes, using film techniques, applicable to the inspection of metallic materials. The examination shall be carried out by competent personnel qualified and certified according to EN 473 where applicable. It does not lay down acceptance criteria of the imperfections.
Zerstörungsfreie Prüfung - Grundlagen für die Durchstrahlungsprüfung von metallischen Werkstoffen mit Röntgen- und Gammastrahlen
Diese Norm enthält die allgemeinen Regeln für die technische Durchstrahlungsprüfung metallischer Werkstoffe mit Röntgen- und Gamma-Strahlen zum Auffinden von Fehlern unter Anwendung der Filmtechnik. Die Prüfung muss von kompetetem Personal durchgeführt werden, das nach EN 473, sofern zutreffend, qualifiziert und zertifiziert wurde. Die Norm legt keine Bewertungskriterien für die Fehler fest.
Essais non destructifs - Principes généraux de l'examen radiographique à l'aide de rayons X et gamma des matériaux métalliques
La présente norme européenne donne les règles générales de la radiographie industrielle à l'aide de rayons X et gamma, pour la détection des défauts lors du contrôle des matériaux métalliques, à l'aide de films radiographiques. L'examen doit être effectué par un personnel compétent, qualifié et certifié suivant la norme EN 473 quand elle s'applique. La norme ne fixe aucun critère d'acceptation des défauts.
Neporušitveno preskušanje - Splošna načela za radiografske preglede kovinskih materialov z rentgenskimi in gama žarki
General Information
- Status
- Withdrawn
- Publication Date
- 09-Feb-1994
- Withdrawal Date
- 03-Dec-2013
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 138 - Non-destructive testing
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 138/WG 1 - Ionizing radiation testing
- Current Stage
- 9960 - Withdrawal effective - Withdrawal
- Start Date
- 04-Dec-2013
- Completion Date
- 04-Dec-2013
- Directive
- 87/404/EEC - Simple pressure vessels
Relations
- Effective Date
- 11-Dec-2013
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Referred By
EN 1999-1-1:2007 - Eurocode 9: Design of aluminium structures - Part 1-1: General structural rules - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
EN 444:1996
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 444:1994 is a standard + national annex and/or foreword published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Non-destructive testing - General principles for radiographic examination of metallic materials by X- and gamma-rays". This standard covers: This European Standard outlines the general rules for industrial X- and gamma radiography for flaw detection purposes, using film techniques, applicable to the inspection of metallic materials. The examination shall be carried out by competent personnel qualified and certified according to EN 473 where applicable. It does not lay down acceptance criteria of the imperfections.
This European Standard outlines the general rules for industrial X- and gamma radiography for flaw detection purposes, using film techniques, applicable to the inspection of metallic materials. The examination shall be carried out by competent personnel qualified and certified according to EN 473 where applicable. It does not lay down acceptance criteria of the imperfections.
EN 444:1994 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 19.100 - Non-destructive testing; 77.040.20 - Non-destructive testing of metals. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 444:1994 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN ISO 5579:2013, EN ISO 6414:2020, EN ISO 16496:2016, EN 15689:2009, EN 12681:2003, EN 10213:2007, EN 1999-1-1:2007. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 444:1994 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2009/105/EC, 2009/105//EC, 87/404/EEC, 97/23/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/071, M/BC/CEN/89/2. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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