Which of the following describes how the NDE designation can be shown on a symbol?

Which of the following describes how the NDE designation can be shown on a symbol?

• A. Only to the left of the symbol.
• B. Only to the right of the symbol.
• C. To the right of an NDE designation.
• D. Above the symbol.

Answer: (C)

NDE information on a welding symbol is placed on the right side of the symbol. This keeps the inspection requirement clearly associated with the weld feature without crowding the main weld data, and it follows a standardized location so inspectors can quickly recognize the need for non-destructive examination. The NDE designation, and any details about the type or scope of the test, are written to the right of the main symbol. Placing NDE information elsewhere (to the left, above, or mixed with the weld details) would mix inspection requirements with the weld data and reduce clarity.

NDE information on a welding symbol is placed on the right side of the symbol. This keeps the inspection requirement clearly associated with the weld feature without crowding the main weld data, and it follows a standardized location so inspectors can quickly recognize the need for non-destructive examination. The NDE designation, and any details about the type or scope of the test, are written to the right of the main symbol. Placing NDE information elsewhere (to the left, above, or mixed with the weld details) would mix inspection requirements with the weld data and reduce clarity.