ASME B18.18.3M

Description / Abstract: This Standard outlines a Quality Assurance Plan for internally and externally threaded fasteners and accessories or associated parts. Provisions are included for sampling plans, inspection frequencies, control procedures, and record keeping. The basic structure of this plan outlines the quality assurance provisions for fasteners for special purpose applications requiring in-process controls. Included are fasteners produced by one manufacturing practice requiring records of in-process and final inspection which are maintained by the producer.