Test Coupons Clause Samples
The Test Coupons clause establishes the terms under which sample coupons or test pieces are provided for inspection, testing, or quality assurance purposes. Typically, this clause outlines the number, type, and specifications of the test coupons to be supplied, as well as the procedures for their submission and evaluation. By clearly defining these requirements, the clause ensures that both parties have a mutual understanding of quality standards and verification processes, thereby reducing the risk of disputes over product conformity or performance.
Test Coupons. The coupons used for the group A inspections shall be marked with the manufacturer's FSCM, date code and panel identification as per paragraph (b) above, except that any type of permanent ink or paint may be used to produce the marking and the orientation is at the option of the manufacturer.
Test Coupons. The Government reserves the right to require the Contractor to remove coupons from completed work when doubt as to soundness cannot be resolved by nondestructive examination. Should any two coupons cut from the work of any welder show strengths under test, less than that specified for the base metal it will be considered evidence of negligence or incompetence and such welder shall be removed from the work. When coupons are removed from any part of a structure, the members cut shall be repaired in a neat ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ like manner with joints of the proper type to develop the full strength of the members, with peening as approved or directed to relieve residual stress. The expense for removal and testing of the coupons, repair of cut members and the performance of nondestructive examination of repairs shall be assigned to the Government or the Contractor in accordance with the Contract Clause entitled "INSPECTION OF CONSTRUCTION" (FAR 52.246-12).
Test Coupons. The Government reserves the right to require the Contractor to remove coupons from completed work when doubt as to soundness cannot be resolved by nondestructive examination. Repair all replaced members with complete joint penetration groove welds. Submit proposed repair work for approval before commencing work. Develop a plan to reduce residual stress in all repaired weldments. The expense for removing and testing coupons, repairing cut members and the nondestructive examination of repairs will be borne by the Government. If the coupons fail testing, repair costs as well as sampling costs, will be borne by the Contractor.