LANL Engineering Standards Manual PD342 Chapter 17 Pressure Safety

Section D20-B31.3-G, ASME B31.3 Process Piping Guide Rev. 2, 3/10/09

ASME B31.3 Process Piping Guide

Revision 2

RECORDS OF REVISION

Rev Date Description POC OIC

0 11/5/02 Initial issue in Section 200 of LANL Engineering Tobin Oruch, Kurt Beckman,
Manual Mechanical Chapter. FWO-SEM FWO-SEM
1 6/9/04 Administrative changes to become ESM Mechanical Charles DuPrè, Gurinder Grewal,
Chapter Section D20 Appendix A. FWO-DECS FWO-DO
2 3/10/09 Administrative changes to become ESM Pressure Charles DuPrè, Kirk Christensen,
Safety Chapter 17 Section D20-B31.3-G ES-DE CENG-OFF

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PURPOSE .................................................................................................................................................................... 3

B31.3 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................................. 3

I - SCOPE AND DEFINITIONS ................................................................................................................................ 4

II - DESIGN ................................................................................................................................................................. 5

III - MATERIALS ..................................................................................................................................................... 15

IV -STANDARDS FOR PIPING COMPONENTS ................................................................................................ 15

V - FABRICATION, ASSEMBLY AND ERECTION ........................................................................................... 16

VI - INSPECTION, EXAMINATION AND TESTING ......................................................................................... 20

APPENDIX A – PIPING SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................ 25

APPENDIX B – FLUID SERVICE SHEETS ......................................................................................................... 78

APPENDIX C – MATERIALS SELECTION ........................................................................................................ 98

APPENDIX D – VALVE SELECTION GUIDE................................................................................................... 103

APPENDIX E – FLANGED CONNECTIONS ..................................................................................................... 116

APPENDIX F – ALIGNMENT FIT-UP TOLERANCES.................................................................................... 123

APPENDIX G – COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ......................................................................................... 128

APPENDIX H – LEAK/PRESSURE TESTING ................................................................................................... 136

APPENDIX I – STRESS ANALYSIS .................................................................................................................... 142

APPENDIX J – FILLET WELD SIZES................................................................................................................ 148

APPENDIX K – CLEANING CARBON AND STAINLESS STEEL PIPE....................................................... 153

APPENDIX L – BURIED PROCESS PIPE .......................................................................................................... 159

APPENDIX M – MITERED JOINTS ................................................................................................................... 160

APPENDIX N – BRANCH CONNECTIONS ....................................................................................................... 162

APPENDIX O - SAFETY CLASS PIPING SYSTEMS ....................................................................................... 164

APPENDIX P – REPAIRS, MODIFICATIONS AND MAINTENANCE ......................................................... 165

APPENDIX Q - APPLICATION OF ASME B31.3 TO RADIOACTIVE FLUIDS .......................................... 167

APPENDIX R – DEFINITION OF ACRONYMS ................................................................................................ 168

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PURPOSE
This Guide provides information for the proper application of the ASME B31.3 Code "Process Piping,” It
was last updated for the 2002 edition. ASME B31.3 applies to process piping and tubing systems at Los
Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). This Guide also contains ASME B31.1 and AWWA compliant Piping
Specifications. Guide users are responsible for compliance with all aspects of the applicable Code. This
Guide addresses only B31.3, however this guidance is typical of the requirements of other piping Codes.
The information contained in this Guide provides clarification to the Code text, additional information not
contained in ASME B31.3, and design input specific to LANL. This Guide is not to be used as a stand-
alone document. This Guide is formatted to be used in conjunction with ASME B31.3, by following the
same section numbering as B31.3 Code. Appendix references herein are to this Guide, not B31.3 or the
ESM, unless otherwise noted.
A user who desires clarifications on the application of piping related Codes and Standards should contact
the LANL Engineering Standards Pressure Safety Point-of-Contact.

B31.3 INTRODUCTION
The Introduction to ASME B31.3 states "It is the owner's [Design Authority] responsibility to determine
which Code Section is most applicable to the piping installation.”
The other ASME B31 Code Sections and other common National Consensus Codes are listed in Table 1.
Building and plumbing Codes as required by state and local jurisdictional requirements apply to potable
water, and for sewer and drain systems that do not have a process function.
Table 1- National Consensus Codes and Standards for Piping
Organization ID Title
ASME B31.1 Power Piping
ASME B31.4 Liquid Petroleum Transportation Piping Systems
ASME B31.5 Refrigeration Piping
ASME B31.8 Gas Transmission and Distribution Piping Systems
ASME B31.9 Building Services Piping
ASME B31.11 Slurry Transportation Piping Systems
ANSI/AGA Z223.1 National Fuel Gas Code (same as NFPA 54)
AWWA C 100 Cast-Iron Pipe, Fittings
AWWA C 200 Steel Pipe
AWWA C 300 Concrete Pipe
AWWA C 400 Asbestos Cement Pipe
AWWA C 500 Valves and Hydrants
AWWA C 600 Pipe Laying
AWWA C 900 PVC Pressure Pipe
AWWA M9 Concrete Pressure Pipe
AWWA M11 Steel Pipe-Guide for Design and Installation
NFPA Multiple Fire Protection Systems

Guidance supplementing the Code is necessary because the Code provides no explicit rules for
functional design, material compatibility with fluid and environment (erosion/corrosion protection, radiation
effects, etc.), layout, serviceability, steam tracing, grounding, valve and component selections, design of
pipe supports, material traceability, gasket selection, as-built tolerances, insulation, cleaning for special
process, etc. Also, for certain services some options available through B31.3 must be excluded, made
more stringent or supplemented by the designer.
Warning: The original and continued safe operation of a piping system depends on the competent
application of codes and standards.

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The Owner and Designer are responsible for compliance with the personnel and process qualification
requirements of the codes and standards.
In particular, the application of ASME B31.3 requires compliance with the Inspector qualification
requirements of ASME B31.3 Section VI for all fluid services (safety or non-safety related).

I - SCOPE AND DEFINITIONS

300(b) - Responsibilities
The following responsibilities are applicable at LANL:
1) Owner - The Owner is the Design Authority. See Acronyms and Definitions
sections in ESM Chapter 1 Section Z10 and Chapter 17, Pressure Safety.
2) Designer - The Designer is the Design Agency.
3) One of the signoffs on a piping work package must reflect an "Owner's
Inspector" review. This means:
The person signing must have the minimum experience of 340.4(b), and
The person signing must have verified, to the extent necessary, that code and
engineering design requirements for examination and testing are met (341.4.1).

300(c) - Intent of the Code

1) The code addresses the structural integrity of the piping system. The designer is
responsible for all other aspects of the design including the functional design of the
system.
2) Recommendations for applying ASME B31.3 Code to repairs, modifications, and
maintenance are provided in Appendix P.
3) Appendix B provides Fluid Service Sheets to assist in selection of materials for
compatibility with common fluid services. Historical TA-55 Specification 4401-J-1
contains material recommendations for that facility.

300.1.1 - Content and Coverage

1) ASME B31.3 may be applied to Radioactive Fluid Services. See Appendix Q.
2) Transfer lines between facilities (such as waste or steam transfer lines) that
support processing functions may be designed and constructed to ASME B31.3.

300.1.3 - Exclusions
1) Note that paragraph 300.1.3 (a) does not exclude vacuum systems.
2) Radioactive fluids should not be excluded from ASME B31.3 Scope. See
Appendix Q.
3) For Fire Protection, refer to the NFPA Codes and ESM Chapter 2 and associated
specifications in the LCSM.

300.2 - Definitions
1) Category M Fluid Service is recommended for safety class piping systems. See
Appendix O.

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2) Radioactive fluids should not be classified as Category D Fluid Service. See

Appendix Q.
3) The Owner’s Inspector is responsible for verifying the piping installation to the
extent necessary to be satisfied that it conforms to all applicable examination
requirements of the Code and of the Engineering Design. LANL Owner’s
Inspector(s) are designated by the Site Chief Engineer.
4) Normal fluid service Piping Specifications (Appendix A) may be used in Category
D fluid service.
5) Examiner - The person(s) certified by the employer as qualified to perform the
quality control functions specified in ASME B31.3. The LANL Construction
Engineering Group designates LANL Examiner(s).

II - DESIGN

301.1 - General
Of all the design considerations listed in 301, only pressure rating is covered in the Piping
Specifications in Appendix A. The Piping Specifications provide materials, fittings, and
fasteners, which meet the pressure design requirements of B31.3. The designer must
address all design conditions.

301.2.2 - Required Pressure Containment or Relief

Piping systems are designed to either safely contain or relieve the maximum pressure
that can be imposed. Plant fires can present a safety concern for certain piping systems.
The installation of pressure relief devices should be considered for liquid systems greater
than 6” ID that can have isolated fluid.
Helpful information is available in ESM Chapter 17.

301.5.1 - Impact
Piping systems must be designed to withstand anticipated fluid transients
(waterhammers, pressure surges, etc.). These are the transients expected to occur
during normal operation of the system. Piping systems cannot be designed for
unanticipated transients. These are the transients that can occur if the system is not
properly operated. Unanticipated transients must be eliminated by design (layout) and
appropriate startup and operating procedures.

301.5.2/3- Wind and Earthquake

The applicable wind and earthquake requirements are defined LANL Engineering
Standards Manual Structural Chapter 5.

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301.5.4 - Vibration
New designs, modifications, repairs, replacements, should be visually inspected at
startup to verify that vibration is not excessive. The rules of ASME "Standards and
Guides for Operation and Maintenance of Nuclear Power Plants" OM-S/G, Part 3, can be
used for guidance. The ASME OM document provides a methodology to evaluate
vibration using high cycle fatigue analysis and can be applied to any piping system.

301.8 - Effects of Support, Anchor, and Terminal Movements

Soil settlement can adversely affect the integrity of a piping system and the flow in a
sloped line. When proper slope is required to maintain flow in an underground piping
system, soil settlements need to be evaluated in the design of the piping system.

302.2.1 - Listed Components Having Established Ratings

Tables 326.1, A326.1, and K326.1 provide a listing of standards and specifications that
have been accepted by the Code. Some of these standards provide established
pressure/temperature ratings for components (e.g., ASME B16.5). The components may
be used in piping systems within the specified ratings without additional analysis. If these
components are used outside established ratings additional analysis is required.

302.2.2- Listed Components Not Having Specific Ratings

Some standards and specifications provided in Tables 326.1, A326.1, and K326.1 base
pressure/temperature ratings on equivalent schedule (wall thickness) of straight
seamless piping less mill tolerance (e.g., ASME B16.11). The ratings of these
components are addressed in the piping specifications provided in Appendix A. If these
components are used outside the limits established in the piping specification additional
analysis and documentation must be provided.

302.2.3 - Unlisted Components

The ASME B31.3 Code defines unlisted components as components not in Tables 326.1,
A326.1, or K326.1. Unlisted components can have pressure ratings but the owner and/or
the designer has the responsibility to verify that the design, materials, fabrication,
examination, and testing of the component meet the requirements of ASME B31.3.
Unlisted components are generally categorized as one of the following:
 Components built to Unlisted Published Standards,
 Components built to Manufacturers Standards, or
 Components built to Site Standards or Engineering Design.
Each of these categories is addressed below.
COMPONENTS BUILT TO UNLISTED PUBLISHED NATIONAL STANDARDS

Components built to other published National Standards may be used provided that the
design, material, fabrication, examination, and testing have been verified to meet the
requirements of ASME B31.3. The Code states that the pressure design must meet the
requirements of paragraph 304 of B31.3. The rules described below for components
fabricated at LANL should be followed when published National Standards are not
acceptable.

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COMPONENTS BUILT TO MANUFACTURERS STANDARDS

Components built to Manufacturers Standards have not been established by a consensus

body and require a more detailed review than components built to Published National
Standards. Many manufacturers build components for application in ASME B31.3 piping
systems therefore, evaluations of the design, materials, fabrication, examination, and
testing to B31.3 requirements is less difficult.
The pressure/temperature design of the component should provide the same safety
margins as the Code. When evaluating these components the manufacturers should be
contacted to determine what documentation is available for the components. Suppliers
or distributors of the component may not understand the Code and may not be helpful in
resolution of the issues associated with qualifications of the unlisted component.
Manufacturers are the best source of information. If the manufacturer’s documentation is
not acceptable, the owner and designer must perform the component qualification. The
rules described below for components fabricated at LANL should be followed when
Manufacturers Standards are not acceptable. Another alternative is to select a different
manufacturer to supply components that meet B31.3 requirements.
COMPONENTS BUILT TO SITE STANDARDS

Piping components that form part of the pressure boundary of a piping system, that are
fabricated at LANL require qualification to the requirements of the B31.3 Code. The
pressure design of these components is specified in paragraph 304.7.2 of the Code. The
Code requires that calculations be performed to support the design of these components.
These calculations must be consistent with the design criteria of the Code and must
consider all applicable ambient and dynamic loads (ref. paragraph. 301.4 through
301.11). The Code also requires that the calculations be substantiated by one of the
following methods:
 Extensive successful service of the component under comparable conditions
including loading, environment and fabrication of like materials,
 Experimental stress analysis to code requirements,
 Proof testing to code requirements, or
 Detailed stress analysis to ASME B&PV Code Section VIII, Div. 2.
EVALUATION OF COMPONENTS FOR PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE RATINGS

The preceding describes actions to meet necessary Code requirements for unlisted
components. All piping components in a B31.3 system must meet the minimum Code
requirements for design, materials, fabrication, examination, and testing. The following
guidance is provided for review of these areas when evaluating an unlisted component.
DESIGN

The rules in B31.3 address the pressure design of components in paragraph 304. The
rules and equation in paragraph 304 can be applied to simple shapes, such as cylinders
and other common piping geometry. Equations and rules for additional shapes can be
found in the ASME B&PV Code Section VIII. The design methodology in Section VIII is
acceptable for unlisted component analysis in B31.3. Additional methods used to
evaluate unlisted components include the use of equations in “Roark’s Formulas for
Stress and Strain”. The use of all these equations requires that the components be
idealized into bounding shapes for which the equation is valid. Manufacturers generally
use simple shapes in the design of components, to minimize fabrication costs.
Design qualification of unlisted components can also be accomplished by comparison to
listed components with established pressure/temperature ratings. The comparison
involves a review of the wall thicknesses and geometry to demonstrate that the unlisted
component is bounded by a component with an established pressure rating.

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MATERIAL

Typically, unlisted components are fabricated from B31.3 listed materials. However,
when the materials are not listed by the Code, the material must be qualified in
accordance with the requirements of the Code. Reviewing the material of an unlisted
component is done to ensure a specified minimum allowable stress at the design
temperature. The sources for allowable stress values include the ASME B31 Codes of
Pressure Piping and the ASME B&PV Code Section II. B&PV Code Cases should also be
reviewed for allowable stresses for specific materials. The material should also be
reviewed for susceptibility to degradation mechanisms associated with the service
conditions, including a review of brittle fracture.
FABRICATION

The processes used to fabricate unlisted components must also be reviewed for Code
compliance. Some fabrication processes can cause gross or local wall thinning. If wall
thinning is possible, thinning should be accounted for when the nominal thickness is
specified. Additional fabrication allowances should be added to the required thickness to
account for manufacturing processes. Examples of wall thinning include the 12½% mill
tolerance that is applied to all piping and the allowances for wall thinning due to pipe
bending and threading. If welding is used, the welders and welding procedure must be
qualified to ASME Section IX. If bolting is used, torquing procedures should be
consistent with Appendix E.
EXAMINATIONS

Unlisted components fabricated at LANL must be examined in accordance with the Code.
Components that are mass-produced to manufacturer’s standards may have statistical
quality control methods applied. When components are built to manufacturer’s standards
that require examinations, the standard should be reviewed to ensure that the extent of
required examination and acceptance criteria meet the Code requirements for the
specified fluid service category. When manufacturers do not specify examination
requirements, the design should be reviewed to ensure that adequate margin (i.e., wall
thickness) exists above the minimum design requirements to address the lack of
examination. To review this aspect, the Basic Casting Quality Factors, Table A-1A of
B31.3, the Basic Quality Factors for Longitudinal Weld Joints, Table A-1B, and the Joint
Efficiencies, UW-12 B&PV Section VIII, can be used as guidance in determining an
adequate wall thickness for castings or components joined by welding.
TESTING

The B31.3 Code requires leak testing for all components. This test does not assess the
structural integrity of the components. The Code leak test is performed at pressure levels
that do not challenge the ultimate strength required by the Code. In most cases the
component is subjected to the leak test after being installed in the field. All components
should be reviewed to insure that their pressure/temperature rating is acceptable for the
test conditions.
Some components will be qualified using a structural integrity test. The B31.3 Code
accepts proof tests in accordance with the ASME B16.9, MSS SP-97, and ASME B&PV
Section VIII Division 1, UG-101. When components are qualified by proof test, the
factor of safety between failure and the pressure rating should be as specified in the
Code to which the component was tested. When a factor of safety is not specified,
margins against failure that ensure safety equal to or superior to the intent of the ASME
B31.3 Code must be applied.

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INSTRUMENTS

Instruments are not in the scope of ASME B31.3. The Code defines the boundary to
include all piping (tubing) and components used to connect instruments to other piping or
equipment, but specifically excludes instruments. Instruments are usually purchased as
pressure rated components. When evaluating instruments for use in pressure piping
systems, the requirements of DOE Order 440.1A must be considered. This order states
“When National Consensus Codes are not applicable (because of pressure range, vessel
geometry, uses of special materials, etc.), implement measures to provide equivalent
protection and ensure safety equal to or superior to the intent of the ASME Code.”
When evaluating instruments the designer should ensure that the instruments are
selected to meet the requirements of the fluid service. Specifically, the instrument’s
pressure/temperature rating must be equal to or exceed the design pressure and design
temperature of the system. The attachment of the instrument to the piping system must
meet the requirements of B31.3. When instruments are fabricated from piping
components (e.g., flanges and spool pieces), the piping components must meet the
requirements of B31.3.
OTHER LOADS

The design equations and rules in the B31.3 Code only address the pressure loading of
components. Components must be designed for all applicable loads expected during the
design life of the component. See paragraph 301 “Design Condition” of B31.3 for a listing
of loads to be considered. At LANL, ESM Structural Chapter should be used to specify
NPH loading.

302.3.5 Limits of Calculated Stresses due to Sustained Loads and Displacement Strains
Stress Analysis, for loading other than pressure, per ASME B31.1 is acceptable and
recommended. When the B31.1 Code is used for the stress analysis, Paragraph 104.8
shall be used in its entirety. Appendix I provides guidance for stress analysis of piping
systems.

302.3.5(c) Longitudinal Stresses SL

The longitudinal stress SL due to deadweight only can be kept within approximately
2300 psi if vertical hangers are spaced as shown in Table 2 (from ASME B31.1).

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Table 2 - Spacing of Vertical Supports

Nominal Water Steam, Gas,
Pipe Size Service or Air Service
NPS ft. ft.
1 7 9
2 10 13
3 12 15
4 14 17
6 17 21
8 19 24
12 23 30
16 27 35
20 30 39
24 32 42

Notes:
1) Maximum spacing between vertical pipe supports for horizontal straight runs of
standard and heavier pipe at maximum operating temperature of 750°F.
2) Does not apply where span calculations are made or where there are concentrated
loads between supports, such as flanges, valves, specialties, etc.
3) The spacing is based on a fixed beam support with a bending stress not exceeding
2300 psi and insulated pipe filled with water or the equivalent weight of steel pipe
for steam, gas, or air service. The pitch of the line is such that a sag of 0.1 in
between supports is permissible.
4) Applied only for deadweight design. Other loading conditions must be evaluated.

302.3.6 - Limits of Calculated Stresses due to Occasional Loads

For accident (faulted) conditions and one-time non-repeated anchor motions, the
allowable stress may be increased to:
S = min (3Sh, 2Sy)
Allowables (Sh) are from B31.1 which are lower than B31.3.

304.1.2 - Straight Pipe under Internal Pressure

For the pipe size, schedule, material and design pressure/temperature combinations
provided in the Piping Specifications, this section is met. If the piping specifications in
Appendix A are not applied for the pressure design, additional engineering
calculations are required.

304.2- Mitered Segments of Pipe

Additional calculations are required for mitered joints. See Appendix M for mitered joint
evaluation methodology.

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304.3 - Branch Connections

Additional calculations are required to determine necessary reinforcement. See
Appendix N for branch connection evaluation methodology.

307 - Valves
A selection guide for valves is provided in Appendix D. This guide provides information
to aid in selection of the proper valve for the intended fluid service.

308.4 - Gaskets
Appendix C provides information on gasket ratings to be used in the selection of gaskets.
Appendix B provides some information on compatibility of gasket materials with common
fluids.

309 - Bolting
Torque values for flanged joints are provided in Appendix E.

319.4 - Flexibility Analysis

Formal flexibility analysis is not necessary if:
1) The design temperature is at or below 150°F and the piping is laid out with
inherent flexibility
2) The design temperature is at or below 250°F and the piping is analyzed for
flexibility using simplified methods of calculation.

321 - Piping Support

Design of pipe supports are addressed in Standards such as Manufacturers
Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry MSS-SP-58. Allowable stress
levels for supports are provided in the AISC Manual of Steel Construction and the AISC
Standard N690. N690 is normally reserved for safety class and safety significant
systems. The ESM Structural Chapter provides more details for applications at LANL.
Guidance for the design and modeling of piping supports is provided in Appendix I.

322 - Specific Piping Systems

In addition to the Code requirements, engineering practice has lead to rules of good
design practice to provide for safe and cost-effective piping systems. The following are
examples of such rules. These rules must be applied by competent engineers in
accordance with approved procedures.
1) Arrangement
a) Piping should be grouped in banks, where feasible, and allow the most efficient
support arrangement. Piping oriented in one direction should be located at the
same general elevation, where feasible.
b) Piping arrangement should provide space for maintenance, inspection and
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c) Piping arrangement should provide access to operating areas, corridors,

observation windows, manholes and handholes.
d) Piping should conform to plant clearances above floor and grade. A minimum
clearance of 7'-6" is desirable.
2) Vents and Drains
a) Vents and drains should be ¾ " or larger and as short as practical.
b) Drains from process lines should be piped to an appropriate collection or
disposal receptacle. Drains from steam systems should be piped to boiler
feedwater system when economically justified. Otherwise, they should be
properly flashed and piped to waste.
c) Valves should not be installed where safety/process function of a piping system
can be impeded (e.g. tank overflow lines, relief valves, vacuum breakers, etc.).
d) Caps are needed if the vent and drain lines require pressure testing.
e) Caps are needed if the fluid service presents a contamination concern.
f) Vents located outside without caps should be configured so that rainwater won’t
collect in the end of the piping.
g) Leakage through vent and drain valves on capped lines is a safety issue. The
pressure behind the cap can be a hazard for the worker during removal. If the
cap is only needed for cleanliness a small hole can be drilled in the cap or a
cover without pressure retaining capability may be used.
3) Steam Distribution (Traps and Strainers)
a) Steam traps and strainers should be selected, located and sized by the
designer. Steam trap rated capacity shall have been determined by
manufacturer using ASME Performance Test Code PTC 39.1.
b) A trap bypass should be installed only where a process requires uninterrupted
operation and the condensate must be discharged into a closed system.
c) When a bypass is required on a bucket-type steam trap, the bypass valve must
be placed above the trap to prevent loss of prime in the event of valve leakage.
d) End connections of traps and strainers should be the same as joints permitted
in the design except strainer blow off connections and downstream piping may
be threaded.
4) Buried Piping
a) See Appendix L for Guidance for the Design of Underground Process Piping
Systems.
5) Pipe Hangers and Supports
a) Design and manufacture of standard pipe supporting elements (catalog items)
should be per MSS-SP-58.
b) Design of Non-standard pipe supporting elements (beams, columns, welds,
etc.) should be in accordance with the requirements as prescribed by the
American Institute of Steel Construction standards. Unless otherwise specified,
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c) Painting and galvanizing are acceptable measures for corrosion control of

piping supports. When galvanized supports are specified, the galvanizing
should be applied in accordance with ASTM A123 or B633-SC4, Type 1.
Coating should not be applied within (or should be removed from) one inch of
weld areas. Painted or galvanized areas that have been damaged during
installation should be recoated.
d) Unless otherwise indicated on design drawings or specifications, mislocated,
punched or drilled holes should be restored by welding per AWS D1.1 Section
5.26.5. Mislocated holes may be left open or filled with bolting only with the
written approval of the Designer.
6) Standard Pipe Sizes
a) The following pipe sizes (inches) are typical at LANL.
¼ 1 ½ 4 12 20
½ 2 6 14 24
¾ 2 ½ 8 16
1 3 10 18
b) Non-typical pipe sizes NPS 3/8, 1-¼ , 3- ½ , and 5 may be used for connections
to equipment, sprinkler systems and pipe jackets.
7) Valves
a) The designer is responsible for assuring that selected valves are adequate for
the service. The Designer may select alternate valves better suited for the
service. Guidance for valve selection is provided in Appendix D.
8) Threaded pipe nipples should be:
a) seamless
b) the same material as non-threaded pipe, and
c) of schedules as indicated in the Piping Specifications or by Design
9) Galvanizing
a) Galvanizing is acceptable when required for external corrosion protection.
b) Galvanizing of pipe should be per ASTM A53.
c) Galvanizing of flanges, unions, and fittings should be the hot-dip process per
ASTM A153. Weld end fittings NPS 4 and smaller may be black and painted
after welding. Flanges and Stub Ends that are hot dipped galvanized shall be
refaced to the requirements of the original Design Standard following the
galvanizing process.
d) Galvanizing generally is a more economical weather-resistant coating than
sandblasting and painting for piping NPS 4 and smaller. When a piping system
requires many welded fittings the cost of grinding to remove the galvanizing for
weld preparation may be more costly than painting. Use of galvanizing as a
protective coating should be considered only when galvanizing is compatible
with the contents of the piping.
e) Support components may have a zinc electroplate coating in lieu of a hot dip
galvanized coating. Electroplate zinc coatings are per ASTM B633 and should
specify Service Condition (SC) 4 as the required thickness.

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10) Gasket and Packing

a) The designer is responsible for assuring that the flange and valve gaskets and
valve stem packing are adequate for the intended service. Guidance for the
selection of gaskets for Fluid Service application is provided in Appendix B.
11) Erosion/Corrosion, Radiation, and Thermal Aging
a) The designer must consider the effects of erosion/corrosion, radiation, and
thermal aging during the material selection process.
b) The designer must consider practices to minimize Chloride Stress Corrosion
Cracking (SCC) of austenitic stainless steels. See ESM Pressure Safety Point-
of-Contact.
c) When required by the design, austenitic stainless steel and other corrosion
resisting alloys should be evaluated for resistance to intergranular corrosion.
See ESM Pressure Safety Point-of-Contact.
12) Piping material limitations in radiological controlled areas:
a) Teflon thread lubricant (tape or dispersion) should be evaluated for suitability by
the designer (see App C).
b) Plastic piping materials such as gaskets, packing, valve cavity liners,
diaphragms, etc., should be evaluated for their suitability for use by the
designer and substitutions appropriately specified in project drawings or
specifications.
c) Piping joints that use degradable materials, such as gaskets, thread
compounds, O-rings, etc., should be evaluated for suitability for use by the
designer and substitutions appropriately specified in project drawings or
specifications.
13) Aluminum Piping
a) When aluminum piping is joined to vessels or piping systems constructed of
other metals, and the fluid handled is an electrolyte, there is a tendency for
aluminum at the joint to corrode. This is a problem where the other metals are
copper or carbon steel. This can be prevented by eliminating the metallic
electrical path through the joint by one of the following methods:
i) Install a plastic flanged spool piece in the line. Check the adequacy of the
plastic spool for pressure, temperature and chemical compatibility with the
electrolyte. This method is preferred and has the advantage that sludge
inside the line will not bridge the gap from metal to metal.
ii) Install spool pieces of heavier wall aluminum pipe (for increased corrosion
allowance). This method is especially suitable where the pipe is
dismantled frequently for other reasons.
iii) Install insulating flange kits (insulating gaskets, bolt sleeves and bolt head
washers). The insulating material must be checked for chemical
compatibility with the electrolyte.
b) Aluminum pipe should be insulated from carbon steel pipe supporting
components. Examples of insulation are 15-pound asphalt-impregnated felt,
plastic coated pipe supports, or galvanized pipe supports.
c) Aluminum flanges are not recommended. When used they should conform to
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d) Threaded connections in aluminum piping should be avoided. Where fit-up to

threaded equipment is required use minimum length schedule 80 pipe with one
end threaded.
e) Thread pipe with clean, sharp dies reserved for use on aluminum only. Use
cutting oil suitable for aluminum.
f) Aluminum piping should be handled carefully to avoid embedding iron and
copper particles, which could cause pitting corrosion when in contact with an
electrolyte.
14) Pump Piping
a) For horizontal pumps with suction lift, when suction line is larger than inlet
nozzle. The following guidance applies:
i) A reducer should not reduce by more than one pipe size.
ii) For greater reduction, use a fabricated reducer with 100 maximum
included angle and qualify the reducer as an unlisted component.
iii) When reducers are installed in suction lines use an eccentric reducer with
the flat side on the top.
b) Elbows should not be installed directly on a pump’s suction unless the elbow is
equipped with straightening vanes.
c) The designer should comply with the maximum allowable pump nozzle loads
where specified by the pump manufacturer.
15) Back Siphon/Backflow
a) Physical connections made between domestic water system and any industrial
piping system, vessel, or other equipment should be designed and installed to
prevent backflow and back siphonage. See ESM Chapter 6 Section D20,
Cross Connection Control subsection.

III - MATERIALS
See Appendix C for general guidance for materials selection.
See Appendix O for additional material requirements for Safety Class Piping Systems.
Fluid Service Sheets are provided in Appendix B to provide guidance on the selection of material for
compatibility with the specified fluid service.

IV -STANDARDS FOR PIPING COMPONENTS

326 - Dimensions and Ratings of Components

ASME B31.3 Table 326.1 (also A326.1 and K326.1) identifies component standards that
are “listed.” Unlisted components (components made to standards or specifications not
identified in Table 326.1) must be qualified per ASME B31.3 paragraphs 302.2.3 and
304. Proof of qualification is the responsibility of the Owner (LANL Design Authority) or
Designer (See Paragraph 302.2 of this Guide).
A component to be used in a Code application must be listed in the Code and marked to
Code requirements. Marking requirements for common components are provided in
Appendix G.

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V - FABRICATION, ASSEMBLY AND ERECTION

328 - Welding
Welding requirements of B31.3 are met by following the requirements identified in the
LANL Welding Manuals (Future).

328.5.2 - Fillet Weld

The minimum fillet weld sizes required by B31.1 and B31.3 for slip-on flange and socket
weld connections are listed in Appendix J.

332 - Bending
1) The following guidance is provided for bending:
a) Hot bending of piping should be performed in accordance with written
procedures. Hot bending of austenitic stainless steels should be followed by a
full solution anneal in accordance with written procedures.
b) No bending should be performed at metal temperatures less than 40°F.
c) Cold bending may be performed using hydraulic or mechanical bending
machines. Bending machines should be qualified by test for pipe minimum wall
and ovality.
d) Mandrel and die used in bending stainless steel piping should be free of zinc.
e) Pipe longitudinal welds should not be located within 30 degrees of the plane of
bend measured axially from the pipe centerline.
f) Necking as determined by reduction of the outside circumference should not
exceed 4%.
g) Creased or corrugated bends are not permitted.
h) After bending, the finished surface should be free of cracks and substantially
free from buckling, by visual inspection. Depth of wrinkles on the inside of the
bend as determined from crest to trough should not exceed 1.5% of the
nominal pipe size.
i) Flattening or ovality of a bend, the difference between maximum and minimum
diameters at any cross section, should not exceed 8% of nominal outside
diameter for internal pressure and 3% for external pressure.
j) Wall thinning in piping shall not exceed:
i) 10% - Bend radius of 5 pipe diameters and larger
ii) 21% - Bend radius of 3 pipe diameters.
k) Wall thinning in tubing shall not exceed:
i) 12% - Bend radius of 5 pipe diameters
ii) 22% - Bend radius of 3 pipe diameters
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2) Tube bending differs from pipe bending in that it is usually performed in the field
with a manually operated bender. The following guidance is provided to ensure
good results on each bend.
a) Measure and mark exactly, then insert tube in bender.
b) Always attempt to bend in the same direction. If backbending, be sure to
compensate for tubing stretch or pickup.
c) Clamp tubing securely in bender.
d) Check to make certain that the length mark is tangent to the desired angle on
the radius block or in line with the desired degree on the link member.
e) Bend accurately to the desired angle plus springback allowance.
f) Remove tube and check bend angle and measurement length.

335 - Assembly and Erection

1) For tolerances on fabrication, refer to the Pipe Fabrication Institute Standard ES-3,
"Fabrication Tolerances".
2) Typical tolerances for erection (field installation) are the larger of 6" or D/2 for
safety related piping and 12" or D for non-safety related piping, while maintaining
code, design and vendor alignment and slope requirements. Tolerance must not
affect the sequential location of components, and fittings.
3) The following general requirements apply to buried pipe:
a) For installation of buried process piping refer to Appendix L.
b) Permits from the New Mexico Environment Department and environmental
impact reports for the DOE may be required.
c) Bedding material should be granular, well graded and capable of being
compacted flat
d) Backfill or fill material should contain no rocks and stones larger than 3 inch in
the greatest dimension and should be free of frozen lumps, vegetable matter,
trash, chunks or highly plastic clay or other unsatisfactory matter.
e) As an option, Controlled Low Strength Material (CLSM or “flowable fill”) may be
substituted for bedding material, embedment material or backfill material.
f) Prior to excavation, the existing underground structures and/or utilities should
be located.
g) Where the trench bottom is unstable or contains unsuitable material, this
material should be excavated to a minimum depth of 6". The excavated
material should then be replaced with suitable material, or CLSM.
h) Compaction testing of bedding (excluding CLSM materials) should be done at
frequencies specified by design in any location specified by the cognizant
inspection authority. Bedding sections failing to meet these specifications shall
be removed and replaced, or reworked.
i) The minimum depth of cover shall be 30” (top of pipe to finished grade).
j) The minimum slope or grade indicated on design documents shall be
maintained regardless of other installation tolerance.
k) The use of vertical installation tolerance shall not increase unvented high points
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l) Upon completion of installation, record the as-installed piping geometry to

within the tolerance as shown below:
i) Vertical plane = + 1"
ii) Horizontal plane = + 3"

335.1.1(a) - Alignment (Piping Distortions)

Allowable misalignment and fit-up tolerances are provided in Appendix F.

335.1.1(c) - Alignment (Flanged Joints)

The allowable flange gaps per B31.3 are provided in Appendix E. Allowable flange
rotations above those provided in the Code are provided in Appendix F.

335.2 - Flanged Joints

Refer to Appendix E for guidance on the proper installation of flanged connections.

335.3 - Threaded Joints

1) Threaded components and threaded ends are examined before assembly for
cleanliness and continuity of threads and are in conformance with applicable
standards.
2) Compound or lubricant used on threads is suitable for the service conditions and
shall not react unfavorably with either the service fluid or the piping material.
3) Threaded joints to be seal welded are made up without thread compound or
lubricants.
4) When design requires threaded piping to be seal welded, seal welds shall cover all
exposed threads.
5) Installation of threaded joints involves the cutting of threads and assembly of the
joint. Cutting threads with a hand threader involves the following steps. Threads
may also be cut with a power threader.
a) Select the proper size of die.
b) Clean surface of pipe. Be sure the end is square and free of burrs. Tapering
the end of pipe is helpful starting the dies.
c) Mount the threader on the pipe making sure that the taper is headed in the
forward direction.
d) Use thread cutting oil.
e) Pressure should be applied to start dies on pipe.
f) The thread length is correct when the outer surface of die is even with the end
of the pipe.
g) Remove die and clean threads with brush or rag.
h) Apply joint compound or tape that has been approved by the Facility for the
application.
i) Hand tighten fitting, then tighten to required degree of tightness with correct
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335.6. -(a) Expanded Joints and Special Joints

Special precautions should be taken for any piping system containing an expansion joint
assembly.
1) The manufacturer's and/or designer's special installation instructions shall be
followed.
2) Expansion joint assemblies should be carefully unpacked and erected to avoid
mechanical damage to the assemblies while handling or rigging. Erection straps
or chains shall not be loaded against or connected to bellows elements, covers or
any assembly hardware during erection.
3) Prior to connecting or installing an expansion joint assembly, the erector should
inspect the assembly to insure that all factory-installed shipping bars, brackets or
other locking devices are in place. No modification to or removal of these devices
shall be permitted until after the piping system closures are completed.
4) The expansion joint assembly may be equipped with permanent tie rods or limit
rods, which are necessary for the functional operation of the joint assembly.
Where provided, these rods shall not be removed, nor their factory set lengths and
clearances modified, without approval by the designer.
5) An expansion joint assembly shall not be exposed to hydrostatic test or pressure
flushing operations until all permanent anchors, guides and restraints are installed
on the piping system. Hydrostatic test or flushing pressure shall not be greater
than the manufacturer's recommended test pressure. All temporary shipping bars
or brackets should be removed prior to system pressurization.

335.6. - (b) Special Joint - Compression Fittings

Specialty fittings are considered as unlisted component but are acceptable for use where
identified in the attached Piping Specifications. The following guidance is essential for
the proper installation and maintenance of compression fittings. The following instructions
are applicable to Swagelok and Parker fittings.
1) Ends must be cut square. The preferred method of cutting tubing is by hacksaw
with suitable guide for squareness. Tube cutters should not be used for stainless
steel due to work hardening.
2) Burrs must be removed inside and outside for proper entry into fitting and to
prevent system contamination and or restricted flow.
3) Tube ends must be clean. Remove all filings, chips, and grit before attachment of
fittings.
4) Tube line fabrication (bend angles and measured lengths) must be accurate so
that the tube end easily enters the fitting in proper alignment. Do not force an
improperly fitted tube line into the fittings.
5) The tube end must be bottomed against the shoulder in the fitting body. This is
necessary to prevent movement of the tube while the nut forces the ferrule to grip
the tube, and to seal through any imperfections that may exist on the outside tube
surface.
6) Never permit the fitting body to rotate during tube end make-up. Two wrenches
must be used. Assemble port connectors to components first and hold with
wrench while making up the tube joint. All types of union bodies must be held
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7) Never attempt to make up by torque or feel. Always turn the nut the prescribed
amount (listed below) regardless of the torque required.
Sizes 1/16” - 3/16” ¾ of a turn from finger tight
Sizes ¼ ”- 1” 1 ¼ turns from finger tight
Note: Fitting end plugs require only ¼ ” turn from finger tight make up in all
sizes.

335.6. -(c) Remaking an Existing Joint

Remaking an existing joint is as important as the initial installation. The following
instructions are provided for the remake of these joints.
1) A disassembled joint can be remade simply by retightening the nut to the position
of the original make-up. For maximum number of remakes, mark the fitting and
nut before disassembly.
2) Before retightening, make sure the components are clean and that the assembly
has been inserted into the fitting until the ferrule(s) seats in the fitting.
3) Retighten the nut by hand. Rotate the nut with a wrench to the original position as
indicated by the previous marks lining up. A noticeable increase in mechanical
resistance will be felt indicating the ferrule is being re-sprung into sealing position.
Then snug the nut 1/12 turn (½ hex flat) past the original position.
4) Check ferrule orientation when applicable.
5) Use gap gage when applicable.

VI - INSPECTION, EXAMINATION AND TESTING

340.4- Qualification of the Owner’s Inspectors

Qualification of individuals performing the Owner’s Inspector Function shall meet the
requirements of this paragraph. Owner’s Inspectors are designated by the Site Chief
Engineer. Refer to the IFMP Training and Qualification Program ACP-T&Q-01 (future).

341.4 - Extent of Required Examination

"Examination" is not limited to welds. Records, materials, fabrication, erection pressure
testing, as-built, must also be examined as specified by Code. Refer to Table 3 for a list
of examination attributes and the extent of required examination.
Table 3 - EXAMINATION OF MATERIALS, FABRICATION AND INSTALLATION
Extent of Required Examination
Fabrication of Complete
Mechanical Other
Material Fabrication Longitudinal Erection system Meets
Joints Examinations
Welds Design (2)
Category D Random Random Random Random Random Random Random (3)
Normal Random 5%(5) 100% Random(1) Random Random 5% Vol. (4)
Category M Random 100% 100% 100% Random Random 20% Vol.
High Pressure 100% 100% 100% 100% Random Random 100% Rad.
Severe Cyclic Random 100% 100% 100% 100% Random 100% Vol.
Notes: (4) When brazed joints are used, 5% in-process examination is performed.
(1) When pneumatic testing is to be used, 100% of mechanical joints shall (5) Socket welds require 5% visual examination of final weld.
be examined. Note: Vol = Volumetric weld examination such as a radiograph or ultrasonic.
(2) Includes any additional examination or testing required by engineering. Rad = Radiography
(3) Category D Systems require welds to be random visually examined.

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Guidance of specific examinations other than welds is provided below. This is not
intended to be an all-inclusive list of items to be examined.
MATERIAL

1) At point of installation, materials and components are sufficiently identified by

markings, tags, or documentation to assure they are in accordance with the
specified requirements and traceable to the required documentation.
FABRICATION

1) After bending, the finished surface should be free of cracks and substantially free
from buckling, by visual inspection. Depth of wrinkles on the inside of the bend as
determined from crest to trough should not exceed 1.5% of the nominal pipe size.
2) Thinning of wall thickness after bending and forming of pipe does not exceed the
following: 10% for bend radii of greater than or equal to 5 pipe diameters, or 21%
for bend radii of less than or equal to 3 pipe diameters.
3) Thinning of wall thickness after bending and forming of tube does not exceed the
following: 12% for bend radii of greater than or equal to 5 pipe diameters, 22% for
bend radii of less than or equal to 3 pipe diameters, or 37% for bend radii of less
than or equal to 3 pipe diameters.
4) Necking down after bending and forming as determined by reduction of the outside
circumference does not exceed 4%.
5) Flattening or ovality of a bend, the difference between maximum and minimum
diameters at any cross section, does not exceed 8% of nominal outside diameter
for internal pressure and 3% for external pressure.
6) Cold bending is done at a temperature below the transformation range.
7) No pipe bending is performed at metal temperatures less than 400F.
8) Hot bending is performed to a design approved procedure.
9) Longitudinal weldments are not located within 30 degrees of the plane of bend.
10) Welding examinations are per the LANL Welding Manuals (future).
FABRICATION OF LONGITUDINAL WELDS

1) Perform radiography for longitudinal groove welds required to have a weld joint
factor Ei equal to or greater than 0.90.
MECHANICAL JOINTS

1) Threads in the bolts and nuts to be free from nicks, burrs, grit, chips, and dirt and
well lubricated prior to makeup.
2) Bolts extend completely through their nuts.
3) Manufacturer’s and designer’s installation instructions for expansion joints has
been followed, and all factory installed shipping bars, brackets, or other locking
devices are in place and remain in place until after piping system closures are
complete.
4) Any damage to the gasket seating surface which would prevent gasket seating has
been repaired, or the flange replaced. Refer to Appendix E.
5) The nuts have been tightened in a staggered crisscross pattern and in increments
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6) No more than one gasket is used between contact faces in assembling a flanged
joint.
7) Galvanized flanges must be refaced with the appropriate surface finish after
galvanizing in complete.
8) Prior to bolt up, flange faces are aligned within 1/16” in./ft. (0.5%) measured across
any diameter and flange bolt holes are aligned within 1/8” maximum offset. Refer
to Appendix F for guidance on misalignment fit-up tolerance.
9) Sealing surfaces of the flare of flared tubing joints are examined for imperfections
before assembly.
10) Where the manufacturer’s instructions call for a specified number of turns of the
nut, these shall be counted form the point at which the nut becomes finger tight.
11) Threaded components are examined before assembly for cleanliness and
continuity of threads and for conformance of threads with applicable standards.
12) Compound or lubricant used on threads (for components and bolts) is suitable for
the service conditions and shall not react unfavorably with either the service fluid
or the piping material.
13) Threaded joints to be seal welded are made up without thread compound or
lubricant.
14) When design requires threaded piping to be seal welded, seal welds shall cover all
exposed threads.
ERECTION

1) Piping is not distorted to bring it into alignment for joint assembly.

2) Wedges are not being used to laterally contain or position pipe for closure fit-ups.
3) The amount and direction of cold spring, (defined as the intentional deformation of
piping during assembly to produce a desired initial displacement and stress) is in
accordance with the design values.
4) Support locations, type, and restraint direction are as specified in the design
drawing.
5) Pipe slope has been maintained in the direction specified by the slope arrow
and/or work point elevation indicated on the design drawing.
6) Changes in piping elevation have not impacted slope requirements, high point
vents, or low point drains.
7) Upon completion of installation the as-installed piping geometry has been recorded
on the design documents. Typical tolerances for erection (field installation) are the
larger of 6” or D/2 for safety-related piping or 12” or D/2 for non-safety related
piping, while maintaining code, design and vendor alignment and slope
requirements. Tolerance must not affect the sequential location of components
and fittings, or the centerline lengths.
8) Valves and other components are oriented as shown in design documents or
manufacturer’s requirements.
9) Insulation is installed as specified.
10) There are no visible defects, missing or damaged parts in piping, components, or
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COMPLETE SYSTEM MEETS DESIGN

1) Examination of erected piping for evidence of defects that would require repair or
replacement, and for other evident deviation from the intent of the design.
2) Any additional requirements supplementing the Code as specified by the design.
3) Cleanliness of piping is in accordance with the requirements of the applicable
standard or as specified by design.
OTHER

1) Welding examination requirements are per the LANL Welding Manuals (future).

341.4.1(b)(1)- Other Examinations

In-process examination may be substituted for volumetric examination on a weld-for-weld
basis, if volumetric examination of a particular weld is prohibitive. This substitution
cannot be granted across the board for a whole job.
Requirements for examinations of repairs and alterations of in-service piping are provided
in Appendix P.

342- Examination Personnel

Examiners shall have training and experience commensurate with the needs of the
specified examinations. The employer shall certify records of examiners employed,
showing dates and results of personnel qualifications, and shall maintain them and make
them available to the Inspector. Examinations other than welds shall be conducted per
the PS Division requirements.

345 - Testing
Table 4 is a summary of the leak test requirements of B31.3. Refer to Appendix P for
testing requirements associated with Repairs, Alterations, and Modifications.
Guidance for performing Leak/Pressure testing is provided in Appendix H.

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TABLE 4 - LEAK TESTING MATRIX

For Initial Installations & Fabricated Subassemblies

Fluid Type of Test

Service/
Piping Hydrostatic Pneumatic Combined Alternative Sensitive Initial Service
Type Hydro/Pneu.
Category D Primary leak May be substituted May be substituted May be Part of the May be used at
Metallic test method in lieu of the in lieu of the substituted for Alternative Leak the Owner's
hydrostatic method hydrostatic method the hydrostatic Test option in lieu of
when approved by when approved by or pneumatic the hydrostatic
the Owner. the Owner. leak tests (1) leak test
Category D Primary leak May be substituted May be substituted Not Applicable Not Applicable May be used at
Non- test method in lieu of the in lieu of the the Owner's
Metallic hydrostatic method hydrostatic method option in lieu of
when approved by when approved by the hydrostatic
the Owner. the Owner. leak test
Normal Primary leak May be substituted May be substituted May be Part of the Not Applicable
Fluid test method in lieu of the in lieu of the substituted for Alternative Leak
Service hydrostatic method hydrostatic method the hydrostatic Test
Metallic when approved by when approved by or pneumatic
the Owner. the Owner. leak tests (1)
Normal Primary leak May be substituted May be substituted Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable
Fluid test method in lieu of the in lieu of the
Service hydrostatic method hydrostatic method
Non- when approved by when approved by
Metallic the Owner. the Owner.
Category M Primary leak May be substituted May be substituted May be Required to be Not Applicable
Metallic test method. in lieu of the in lieu of the substituted for used in
Requires hydrostatic method hydrostatic method the hydrostatic conjunction with
additional when approved by when approved by or pneumatic hydro, pneu,
Sensitive the Owner. the Owner. leak tests (1) combined test
Leak Test. Requires additional Requires additional methods, or as a
Sensitive Leak Sensitive Leak part of the
Test. Test. Alternative Leak
Test
Category M Primary leak May be substituted May be substituted Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable
Non- test method in lieu of the in lieu of the
Metallic hydrostatic method hydrostatic method
when approved by when approved by
the Owner. the Owner.
High Primary leak May be substituted May be substituted Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable
Pressure test method in lieu of the in lieu of the
Metallic (2) hydrostatic method hydrostatic method
(2) (2)
(1) May be substituted for the hydrostatic or pneumatic leak tests provided: a) The Owner has determined a hydrostatic test would
damage linings or internal insulation, or contaminate a process which would be hazardous, corrosive, or inoperative in the presence of
moisture, or would present the danger of brittle fracture due to low metal temperature during the test. b) The Owner has determined a
pneumatic test would present undue hazard of possible releases of energy stored in the system, or would present the danger of brittle
fracture due to low metal temperature during the test. In either case approval of the ESM Pressure Safety Point-of-Contact must be
obtained.
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APPENDIX A – PIPING SPECIFICATIONS

The attached piping specifications provide the required data to meet the pressure design requirements of
the ASME B31.3 piping code. Additional requirements and competent engineering are required to
provide a safe and complete piping system design. Additional requirements include material selection,
functional design, system layout, component selection, support design, thermal expansion, stress
analysis, examination and testing. These specifications must be used in conjunction with ASME B31.3
and this Guide to ensure a sufficient piping system design.

WARNING
Successful application of each piping specification requires the reading and comprehension
of all applicable General Notes.
When these guides are not applied in the pressure design of a piping system additional
calculations are required.
The Piping Specifications are organized as follows:
100 Series Carbon Steels
200 Series Stainless Steels
300 Series High Alloy Steels
400 Series Nonferrous
500 Series Nonmetals
900 Series Non-ASME B31.3 Codes

Required Input
The following input is required to select a piping specification. Figure A-1 illustrates the procedure for the
selection of the correct piping specification.
DESIGN CODE

Most of the Piping Specifications address the ASME B31.3 Piping Code. The B31.3
Code Scope applies to the majority of process applications at LANL. Additional ASME
B31.1 and AWWA piping specifications are provided to address applications specific to
the scope of these Codes. The user is responsible for compliance with all aspects of the
design Code being applied. This Guide addresses only B31.3, however this guidance is
typical of the requirements in other Codes.
FLUID SERVICE CATEGORY

The fluid service (Category D, Normal, Category M, or High Pressure) is a term used in
ASME B31.3 that considers the combination of fluid properties, operating conditions, and
other factors that establish the basis for design of the piping system. The piping
specifications were developed to address the requirements of ASME B31.3 Normal Fluid
Service Category and/or Category D requirements. Normal Fuild Service piping
specifications may be used for Category D fluid services without restrictions. The fluid
service is indicated on each piping specification in the design parameters section. For
Category M fluid services, and systems subjected to severe cyclic conditions, additional
restrictions apply. These additional restrictions shall be addressed by Engineering. See
Appendix M of ASME B31.3 for guidance in classifying the fluid service category.

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MATERIAL AND CORROSION ALLOWANCE

Selection of suitable piping materials to resist deterioration in service is required to

provide a safe piping design. A corrosion/erosion allowance will need to be determined
to provide the required wall thickness. The corrosion allowance shall be specified by the
letter suffix (A, B, C, or D) in the piping specification identification (e.g., PS-101A). The
fluid service will also affect the selection of materials such as gaskets, valve seats and
packing. Issues related to material selection should be addressed by Engineering.
Guidance for material compatibility is provided in Appendices B and C.
DESIGN PRESSURE

The design pressure of a piping system is the pressure at the most severe condition of
coincident internal or external pressure and temperature expected during service.
Examples of the design pressure in a piping system include the deadhead pressure of a
pump or the relief valve set pressure.
The most severe condition is that which results in the greatest required component
thickness and the highest component ratings.
DESIGN TEMPERATURE

The design temperature of a piping system is the temperature at the most severe
condition of coincident pressure expected during service.
With the above inputs, the different component options provided in the piping
specifications can be used to meet the pressure design of a piping system. Selection of
the different options provided in the piping specification (i.e. socket-weld vs. buttweld
fittings, slip-on vs. weld neck flanges etc.) will affect the stress levels in the piping
system. Components in an existing piping system shall be replaced in kind. If
components are changed in an existing piping system these changes shall be addressed
by Engineering. For new piping system design specific requirements for options shall be
specified on the design drawings.
COMPONENTS

Piping components not provided in the piping specification can be selected from the
standards listed in ASME B31.3.
Components of higher pressure rating may be used in the piping specification without
additional analysis. All changes shall be documented on design drawings.
UNLISTED COMPONENT QUALIFICATION

Components used in piping systems not conforming to listed standards in B31.3 are
considered unlisted by the Code and require additional qualification.

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Figure A-1 Flow Chart for Piping Specification Applications

Select Design Other

Code

B31.3

Determine B31.3
Fluid Service Cat M, High Pressure
Category Contact
Appendix M,B31.3 Engineering
or
Cat D, Normal
LEM Mechanical
Select POC
Material and Unknown
Corrosion
Allowance

Known

Select Design
Unknown
Pressure and
Temperature

Known

Select Piping P-Specs. Outside

Specification
Design Conditions

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Piping Specification Revision Control Page

Piping
Title Revision Description of Revision Pages
Specification
PS-101 Class 150 Carbon Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-102 Carbon Steel (B16.3) 0 Original Issue 1
PS-103 Class 300 Carbon Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-104 Class 400 Carbon Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-105 Class 600 Carbon Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-106 Rating 1000 psi, Carbon Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-107 Class 1500, Carbon Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-108 Class 2500, Carbon Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-109 Victaulic Zero-flex, Carbon Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-200 Class 150 304L Stainless Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-201 Class 150 316L Stainless Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-202 Class 300 304L Stainless Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-203 Class 300 316L Stainless Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-204 304L Stainless Steel Tubing 0 Original Issue 1
PS-205 304L Stainless Steel Tubing 0 Original Issue 1
PS-206 316L Stainless Steel Tubing 0 Original Issue 1
PS-207 316L Stainless Steel Tubing 0 Original Issue 1
PS-208 Class 400 304L Stainless Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-209 Class 600 304L Stainless Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-210 Rating 600 psi, 304L Seamless 0 Original Issue 1
PS-211 Rating 600 psi, 316L Seamless 0 Original Issue 1
PS-212 Rating 1225 psi, 304L Seamless 0 Original Issue 1
PS-213 Class 1500, 304L Seamless 0 Original Issue 1
PS-214 Class 2500, 304L Seamless 0 Original Issue 1
PS-215 Victaulic Zero-flex, 316L 10S 0 Original Issue 1
PS-300 Class 150 Hastelloy C276 0 Original Issue 1
PS-301 Class 300 Hastelloy C276 0 Original Issue 1
PS-302 Class 150 Alloy 20 0 Original Issue 1
PS-303 Class 300 Alloy 20 0 Original Issue 1
PS-304 Class 150 Inconel 600 0 Original Issue 1
PS-305 Class 150 Inconel 690 0 Original Issue 1
PS-306 Class 150 Monel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-400 Copper Tubing Category D 0 Original Issue 1
PS-401 Copper Tubing - Class 150 0 Original Issue 1
PS-402 Copper Tubing - Type L 0 Original Issue 1
PS-403 Copper Tubing - B280 0 Original Issue 1
PS-404 Class 150 Aluminum Pipe 0 Original Issue 1
PS-405 Class 150 Aluminum Tube 0 Original Issue 1
PS-500 150 psi PVC 0 Original Issue 1
PS-501 150 psi CPVC 0 Original Issue 1
PS-502 200 psi Polyethylene (PE) 0 Original Issue 1
PS-900 B31.1 Class 150 Carbon Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-901 B31.1 Class 300 Carbon Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-902 B31.1 Class 600 Carbon Steel 0 Original Issue 1
PS-903 AWWA PVC 0 Original Issue 1
PS-904 AWWA Ductile Iron 0 Original Issue 1

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General Notes
Successful application of each piping specification requires the reading and comprehension
of all applicable General Notes.

1 This specification provides the necessary information to meet the pressure design requirements of
the ASME B31.3 piping code. Additional requirements include, but are not limited to, support design,
thermal expansion, material selection, examination, and testing. These additional requirements are
addressed in ASME B31.3 and this Guide.
2 This specification was developed to address the requirements of ASME B31.3 Normal Fluid Service.
This specification may be used for Category D fluid services without restrictions. For Category M fluid
services, and systems subjected to severe cyclic conditions, additional restrictions apply. These
additional restrictions shall be addressed by Engineering.
3 Selections of the different options provided in this specification (e.g., socket-weld vs. buttweld fittings,
slip-on vs. weldneck flanges, etc.) will affect the stress levels in the system. Components in an
existing system shall be replaced in kind. If components are changed in an existing system, these
changes shall be addressed be Engineering. For new system design, specific requirements for
options shall be specified on the design drawings.
4 To address the fluid service requirements of a piping system, a corrosion allowance will need to be
determined to select the required wall thickness. The fluid service requirements will also affect the
selection of materials such as gaskets, valve seats and packing, etc. The corrosion allowance shall
be specified by the letter suffix in the piping specification identification (e.g., PS-101A).
5 The minimum test pressures to meet the hydrostatic test limits of the applicable code (i.e. ASME
B31.1 or B31.3) are provided in the Design Parameters table in this specification for the listed design
pressures and temperatures. Actual system design pressures should be used to establish hydrostatic
test pressures for testing. These test pressures are the minimum pressure requirements to be
achieved throughout the piping system, adjustments may be required to account for elevation
changes in the piping system. The maximum test pressure provided in the design parameters is the
lowest pressure at which the pipe size/schedule combination reaches its yield stress. These
pressures shall not be exceeded at any location in the piping system. Valves, instruments, fittings
and other components may have additional pressure limitations and may require isolation from the
test pressure.
6 Additional analysis is required to increase the external pressure rating.
7 Components not provided in the specification can be selected from the standards listed in Table
326.1 of ASME B31.3. Components used in piping systems that are not listed in this table are
considered unlisted by the Code and require additional qualification. See ASME B31.3 paragraph
304.7.2. All components must meet the temperature/pressure requirements.
8 The minimum design temperature may be limited by the need for impact testing of material and the
qualification of the welding procedure. The temperature limits of the fasteners may also control the
minimum design temperature.
9 Components with higher pressure ratings (e.g., thicker pipe or higher rated fittings and flanges) may
be used without additional analysis. If such components are mixed within system, additional weld
prep to match diameters may be required. All changes shall be documented on design drawings.
10 Appendix E provides guidelines for the installation of fasteners and the selection of alternate
fasteners. Studs are the recommended fasteners for connecting flanges in piping systems.
11 Branch connections shall be made with Tees for full size and one size smaller branches, and for all
run sizes NPS 2 and smaller. Welded branch connections are otherwise permitted, and shall be
reinforced as required (see Appendix N).
12 3D bends are permitted for pipe sizes up to NPS 6.
13 Bends are not permitted for this piping specification.
14 5D bends are permitted up to NPS 6.
15 5D bends are permissible up to NPS 2.5.

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16 Piping with high corrosion rates or subject to IGSCC may require the use of corrosion-evaluated
materials. When corrosion evaluation is required, this specification shall be identified as PS-number
(A,B,C,D)-CE (e.g. PS-200A-CE).
17 Tubing purchased to ASTM A269 shall require that CMTRs must specify mechanical testing to
comply with ASME B31.3.
18 Welded fittings are to be of L-Grade material only.
19 Flange material and pressure/temperature rating shall be selected based on ASME B16.5 and the
actual system design pressure and temperature.
20 This specification was developed to address the requirements of ASME B31.3 Category D Fluid
Service. This specification is not to be used for other fluid service categories
21 Type K tubing may be substituted for Type L tubing.
22 When hardened temper copper tubing (e.g., H temper) is used, the tubing shall be annealed before
bending or flaring.
23 Soldering or brazing is allowed with this tubing specification. Soldered joints shall be made with 95-5
Tin-Antimony solder.
24 Qualification of the Copper Tubing in this P-Spec is based on properties of annealed material.
25 This specification was developed to address the requirements of ASME B31.3 Normal Fluid Service,
and may not be used in Category M fluid service
26 Brazing of the joints is required with this tubing specification. The use of soft solder is not permitted.
27 ASME B16.15, B16.18, and B16.22 fittings should be ordered 1/8 inch less than the tube O.D. when
used with ASTM B280 tubing.
28 Branch connections shall be made with fittings in all sizes.
29 Piping in all Fluid Services except Category D shall be safeguarded per ASME B31.3.
30 Ultraviolet inhibitor shall be specified if piping is to be used above ground.
31 SDR Rated pipe per ASTM F442 is acceptable and shall be SDR 26 or lower. This pipe shall not be
threaded.
32 Pressure ratings for 100 F may be determined be multiplying the above design pressures be 0.625.
For example, DR 9 pipe would be rated at 125 psig at 100 F (200 psig times 0.625 = 125 psig).
33 This pipe and tube is ordered based on pressure rated diameter to thickness ratios (DR). To address
the different Dimension Ratios (DRs) identified in this piping specification, the appropriate letter suffix
shall be specified to identify which DR is required (e.g. PS-502F). The DRs to which the letter
suffixes correspond is identified in the Design Parameters section of the specification and the
Required DR Schedules are also listed in the specification.
34 This piping specification provides the required information to meet the pressure design requirements
of ASME B31.1 piping code. Additional requirements include, but are not limited to, support design,
thermal expansion, material selection, examination, and testing. These additional requirements are
addressed in ASME B31.1 and this Guide.
35 This piping specification was developed to address the requirements of ASME B31.1 Non Boiler
External Piping. This specification may not be used for Boiler External Piping without additional
restrictions.
36 Piping components not provided in this piping specification can be selected from the standards listed
in Table 126.1 of ASME B31.1. Components used in piping systems that are not listed in this table
are considered unlisted by the Code and require additional qualification. See ASME B31.1 paragraph
104.7.2. All components must meet the temperature/pressure requirements of the system.
37 The minimum test pressures to meet the hydrostatic test limits of ASME B31.1 are provided in the
Design Parameters table in each specification for the listed design pressures and temperatures.
Actual system design pressures should be used to establish hydrostatic test pressures for testing.
These test pressures are the minimum pressure requirements to be achieved throughout the piping
system, adjustments may be required to account for elevation changes in the piping system. The
maximum test pressure provided in the schedule tables of the specification represent the pressure
where the piping reaches its yield stress. These pressures shall not be exceeded at any location in
the piping system. Valves, instruments, fittings and other components may have additional pressure
limitations and may require isolation from the test pressure.

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38 Where steel pipe is threaded and used for steam service above 250 psi or for water service above
100 psi with water temperatures above 220 F, the pipe shall be seamless and have a thickness at
least equal to schedule 80 of ASME B36.10.
39 Consult engineering for selection of fasteners in fluid services above 600 F.
40 This piping specification provides the required information to meet the pressure design requirements
of the AWWA piping. Additional requirements include, but are not limited to, support design, thermal
expansion, material selection, examination, and testing. These additional requirements are
addressed in AWWA Manual M23 “PVC Pipe – Design and Installation.”
41 This piping specification was NOT developed to address the requirements of ASME B31.3. This
specification may be used for ASME B31.3 service only when the additional requirements of ASME
B31.3 are addressed and implemented.
42 The minimum test pressures to meet the hydrostatic test limits of AWWA M23 are provided in the
Design Parameters table in each specification for the listed design pressures and temperatures.
Actual system design pressures should be used to establish hydrostatic test pressures for testing.
These test pressures are the minimum pressure requirements to be achieved at the source of
pressurization. When accounting for elevation, the high point of the system must be subjected to at
least 188 psi. The maximum test pressure provided in the schedule table of the specification
represents a 10% increase above the minimum. These pressures shall not be exceeded at any
location in the piping system. Valves, instruments, fittings and other components may have additional
pressure limitations and may require isolation for the test pressure.
43 Installation, examination and testing shall be per AWWA M23.
44 Piping components not provided in this piping specification can be selected from the appropriate
standards that meet the design requirements of AWWA. Components used in piping systems that
are not listed in this table are considered unlisted be the Code and require additional qualification.
45 Cast Iron mechanical joint fittings can damage PVC pipe if over tightened. Consult pipe manufacturer
for guidance concerning installation of these fitting.
46 This piping specification provides the required information to meet the pressure design requirements
of the AWWA piping. Additional requirements include, but are not limited to, support design, thermal
expansion, material selection, examination, and testing. These additional requirements are
addressed in AWWA C600 "Installation of Ductile Iron Water Mains and Their Appurtenances".
Additionally, the required thickness of ductile iron pipe is dependent on the laying conditions for
buried pipe. This should be verified by Design prior to specification of the pipe, and is addressed in
AWWA C150 "Thickness Design of Ductile Iron Pipe".
47 The minimum test pressures to meet the hydrostatic test limits of AWWA C600 are provided in the
Design Parameters table for the listed design pressures and temperatures. Actual system design
pressures should be used to establish hydrostatic test pressures. These test pressures are the
minimum pressure requirements to be achieved at the source of pressurization. When accounting for
elevation, the high point of the system must be subjected to at least 313 psi. The maximum test
pressure provided in the schedule table on the specification represent a 25 psi increase above the
minimum. These pressures shall not be exceeded at any location in the piping system. Valves,
instruments, fittings and other components may have additional pressure limitations and may require
isolation for the test pressure.
48 Installation, examination and testing shall be per AWWA C600.
49 Cement-mortar lining per AWWA C104/A21.4 is acceptable
50 Flanges and flanged joints identified in this specification have bolt patterns identical to ASME B16.1
Class 125 flanges. However, B16.1 flanges are not rated for the design pressures allowed herein.

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-101(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 285 260 230 200 170 140 125 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 650 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 Material: Carbon Steel
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 430 390 345 300 270 245 220 Pressure Rating: Class 150
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 820 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10M ASTM A53 B ERW – Type E/Seamless
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A106 B Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD
B 0.031 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD
C 0.063 Schedule 80 STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD
D 0.125 Schedule - XXS 160 160 160 80 80 80 STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 STD STD STD STD STD
B 0.031 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 STD STD STD STD STD
C 0.063 Schedule - 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 STD STD
D 0.125 Schedule - XXS 160 160 160 160 160 80 80 80

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000#, 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP Use 3000# for PS101-D
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000#, 6000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP Use 6000# for PS101-D
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A234 WPB
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A234 WPB

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½-6 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Weldneck Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Slip-on Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Blind Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B7-HH See General Note 10.
Nuts ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 2H-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-102(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 285 260 225 185 - - - Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 250 300 - - - Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 -20 -20 -20 - - - Material: Carbon Steel
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 430 390 340 280 - - - Pressure Rating: Class 150 per B16.3
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 820 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A53 B ERW/Seamless
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A106 B Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD
B 0.031 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD
C 0.062 Schedule 80 STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD
D 0.125 Schedule - - 160 160 160 80 80 80 STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 STD STD STD STD STD
B 0.031 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 STD STD STD STD STD
C 0.063 Schedule - 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 STD STD
D 0.125 Schedule - - 160 160 160 160 160 80 80 80

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000#, 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP Use 3000# for PS102-D
Threaded Fittings ¼-6 Class 150 ASME B16.3 ASTM A197 N/A Malleable Iron, Not allowed in PS102- D
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 Class 150 ASME B16.39 ASTM A197 N/A Malleable Iron, Not allowed in PS102-D
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP Not allowed in PS102-D
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A234 WPB
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A234 WPB

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½-6 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Limited to 2” and larger is PS102-D
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Not allowed in PS102-D
Weldneck Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Slip-on Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Blind Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B7-HH See General Note 10.
Nuts ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 2H-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-103(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 740 675 655 635 600 550 535 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 650 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 Material: Carbon Steel
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 1110 1015 985 955 950 955 945 Pressure Rating: Class 300
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 1320 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A53 B Welded/Seamless
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A106 B Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD 40 XS 40 40
B 0.031 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD 40 40 XS 40 40
C 0.063 Schedule 80 80 80 STD 80 80 STD STD STD 80 STD STD 40 40 40 40 40 40
D 0.125 Schedule - - 160 160 160 160 80 80 80 80 80 80 XS XS 80 80 80 80

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 STD STD STD STD STD
B 0.031 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80
C 0.063 Schedule - 160 160 160 80 80 80 80 80 80
D 0.125 Schedule - - - - 160 160 160 160 120 80

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000#, 6000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP Use 6000# in PS103-D
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A234 WPB
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A234 WPB

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½-6 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Weldneck Flange ½ - 24 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Slip-on Flange ½ - 24 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Blind Flange ½ - 24 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B7-HH Min. Temp. = 50 F, See General Note 10
Nuts ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 2H-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-104(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 990 900 875 845 800 730 715 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 650 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 Material: Carbon Steel
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 1485 1355 1315 1270 1270 1265 1260 Pressure Rating: Class 400
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 1775 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A53 B Welded/Seamless
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A106 B Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD XS XS 80 80 80 80
B 0.03 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD 80 STD 80 XS XS 80 80 80 80
C 0.05 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 XS 80 80 80 80 80
D 0.07 Schedule - - - 160 160 160 160 160 120 120 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80
B 0.03 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80
C 0.05 Schedule - 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 80 80
D 0.07 Schedule - - - - - 160 160 160 120 120

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000#, 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP 2000# only where pipe is ≤ Sch. 80
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A234 WPB
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A234 WPB

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½-6 Class 400/600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Class 600 required for sizes ½ - 3
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Weldneck Flange ½ - 24 Class 400/600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Class 600 required for sizes ½ - 3
Slip-on Flange ½ - 24 Class 400/600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Class 600 required for sizes ½ - 3
Blind Flange ½ - 24 Class 400/600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Class 600 required for sizes ½ - 3
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 400/600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Class 600 required for sizes ½ - 3

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1⅞ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B7-HH See General Note 10
Nuts ½-1⅞ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 2H-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-105(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 1480 1350 1315 1270 1200 1095 1075 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 650 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 Material: Carbon Steel
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 2220 2025 1975 1905 1905 1900 1900 Pressure Rating: Class 600
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 2625 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A53 B Welded/Seamless
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A106 B Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80
B 0.030 Schedule STD STD STD STD 80 80 80 80 80 120 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80
C 0.050 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 120 120 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80
D 0.070 Schedule - 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 120 120 80 120 120 120 120 120 120 120

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 120
B 0.030 Schedule 80 80 80 80 160 160 160 160 120 120
C 0.050 Schedule - 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 120 120
D 0.070 Schedule - 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 120 120

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000#, 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP 2000# only where pipe is ≤ Sch. 80
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000#, 6000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP 3000# only where pipe is ≤ Sch. 80
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A234 WPB
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A234 WPB

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½-6 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Weldneck Flange ½ - 24 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Slip-on Flange ½ - 24 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Blind Flange ½ - 24 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1⅞ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B7-HH See General Note 10
Nuts ½-1⅞ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 2H-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-106(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 1000 855 815 645 120 75 50 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 400 600 700 750 1000 1050 1100 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 Material: Carbon Steel
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 1500 1485 1480 1490 1170 730 490 Pressure Rating: 1000 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 1790 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼-6 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A53 B Seamless
Piping ¼-6 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A106 B Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD
B 0.030 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD
C 0.050 Schedule 80 STD STD STD STD 80 STD STD STD 80

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 STD STD STD 80 80
B 0.030 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80
C 0.050 Schedule - 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP Only for fit up to threaded components
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP
Buttweld Fittings ½-6 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A234 WPB
Buttweld Fittings ½-6 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A234 WPB

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Flange ½-6 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A limited to 1000 F
Weldneck Flange ½-6 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A limited to 1000 F
Slip-on Flange ½-6 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A limited to 1000 F
Backup Flange ½-6 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A limited to 1000 F

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B7-HH See General Note 10
Nuts ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 2H-HH

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Piping Specification 107 Date: March 16, 2009 Revision: 0 Page 1 of 1

DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-107(A, B) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 3705 3375 3280 3170 2995 2735 2665 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 Material: Carbon Steel
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 5560 5065 4920 4755 4755 4745 4845 Pressure Rating: Class 1500
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 6505 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼-6 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A53 B Seamless
Piping ¼-6 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A106 B Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule STD STD 80 80 160 160 160 160 XXS XXS
B 0.030 Schedule 80 160 160 160 XXS 160 XXS XXS XXS -

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 9000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP
Buttweld Fittings ¼-6 see schedule table ASME B16.9 ASTM A234 WPB
Buttweld Fittings ¼-6 see schedule table ASME B16.28 ASTM A234 WPB

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 1500 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Weldneck Flange ½-6 Class 1500 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Slip-on Flange ½-6 Class 1500 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1⅜ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B7-HH See General Note 10
Nuts ½-1⅜ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 2H-HH

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Piping Specification 108 Date: March 16, 2009 Revision: 0 Page 1 of 1

DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-108 Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 6170 5625 5470 5280 4990 4560 4440 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 Material: Carbon Steel
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 9255 8440 8205 7920 7920 7910 8075 Pressure Rating: Class 2500
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 11,295 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-11, 15.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼-3 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A53 B Seamless
Piping ¼-3 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A106 B Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3
Spec Allowance
108 0.000 Schedule 80 160 160 160 XXS XXS XXS XXS

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 9000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP
Buttweld Fittings ½-3 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A234 WPB
Buttweld Fittings ½-3 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A234 WPB

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Weldneck Flange ½-3 Class 2500 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ¾-1¼ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B7-HH See General Note 10
Nuts ¾-1¼ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 2H-HH

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Piping Specification 109 Date: March 16, 2009 Revision: 0 Page 1 of 1

DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-109(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 500 500 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 -20 Material: Carbon Steel
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 750 750 Pressure Rating: 500 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 1810 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12. and 51

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 10 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10M ASTM A53 B ERW – Type E/Seamless
Piping ¼ - 10 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A106 B Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion ¼ ½ ¾
Pipe Size 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40
B 0.031 Schedule 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40
C 0.063 Schedule 80 80 80 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 40 40 40 40 40
B 0.031 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80
C 0.063 Schedule - 160 160 160 80 80 80 80 80 80

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Victaulic Zero-Flex 1 - 10 Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s Use with EPDM gasket, Min
Coupling 07 Temp 20 F.
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼ -2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 10 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A234 WPB
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 10 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A234 WPB

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flanges ½-6 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Socket-Weld Flange ½ -2 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Weldneck Flange ½ – 10 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Slip-on Flange ½ – 10 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Blind Flange ½ – 10 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Backup Flange ½ – 10 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1 ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B7-HH See General Note 10. Not for use with Victaulic
Fittings
Nuts ½ -1 ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 2H-HH Not for use with Victaulic Fittings

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Piping Specification 200 Date: March 16, 2009 Revision: 0 Page 1 of 1

DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-200(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 230 195 175 160 145 140 125 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 650 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (304L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 345 295 265 255 245 250 230 Pressure Rating: Class 150
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 440 for NPS ≤ 6, 360 for NPS > 6 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP316L Welded
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP316L Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½. ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S - - - -
C 0.05 Schedule 40S 10S 40S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 10S 10S 40S - - - - -
D 0.08 Schedule - 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S - - - - -

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S
D 0.08 Schedule - - - - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F304L
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F304L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A403 WP304L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A403 WP304L

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½-6 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Weldneck Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Slip-on Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Blind Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Min Temperature - 20 F. Note 69. See note
8
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.42 ASTM A395 N/A Min Temp. - 20 F, Max. Temp. 650 F See
note 8.

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Min Temperature - 325 F, See Note 10
Nuts ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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Piping Specification 201 Date: March 16, 2009 Revision: 0 Page 1 of 1

DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-201(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 230 195 175 160 145 140 125 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 650 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (316L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 345 295 265 255 250 255 230 Pressure Rating: Class 150
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 440 for NPS ≤ 6, 360 for NPS > 6 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP316L Welded
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP316L Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½. ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S - - - -
C 0.05 Schedule 40S 10S 40S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 10S 10S 40S - - - - -
D 0.08 Schedule - 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S - - - - -

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S
D 0.08 Schedule - - - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F316L
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F316L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A403 WP316L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A403 WP316L

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½-6 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Weldneck Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Slip-on Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Blind Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Min Temperature - 20 F.
See note 8
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.42 ASTM A395 N/A Min Temp. - 20 F, Max.
Temp. 650 F. See note 8

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Min Temperature - 325 F, See Note 10
Nuts ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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Piping Specification 202 Date: March 16, 2009 Revision: 0 Page 1 of 2

DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-202(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 600 505 455 415 380 360 350 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 650 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (304L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 900 760 680 660 645 645 640 Pressure Rating: Class 300
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 935 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP 304L Welded
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP 304L Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½. ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 80S 40S 40S 80S
D 0.08 Schedule - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 80S

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 80S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S
C 0.05 Schedule - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S
D 0.08 Schedule - - - - - - - 80S 80S 80S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F304L
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A132 F304L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A403 WP304L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A403 WP304L

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Weldneck Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Slip-on Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Blind Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Threaded Flange ½ -6 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Backup Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Min Temperature - 20 F, See note 8
Backup Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.42 ASTM A395 N/A Min Temp. - 20 F, Max. Temp. 650 F.
See note 8

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1⅛ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Min Temperature - 325 F, See Note 10
Nuts ½-1⅛ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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Piping Specification 203 Date: March 16, 2009 Revision: 0 Page 1 of 2

DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-203(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 600 505 455 415 380 360 350 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 650 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (316L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 900 760 680 670 660 670 665 Pressure Rating: Class 300
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 935 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 316L Welded
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 316L Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½. ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 80S 40S 40S 80S
D 0.08 Schedule - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 80S

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 80S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S
C 0.05 Schedule - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S
D 0.08 Schedule - - - - - - - 80S 80S 80S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F316L
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F316L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A403 WP316L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A403 WP316L

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Weldneck Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Slip-on Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Blind Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Threaded Flange ½-6 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Backup Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Min Temperature - 20 F. See note 8
Backup Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.42 ASTM A395 N/A Min Temp. - 20 F, Max. Temp. 650 F.
See note 8

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½ - 1 1⅛ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Min Temperature - 325 F, See Note 10
Nuts ½ -1⅛ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-204(A, B) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 600 600 565 500 465 425 280 Code of Reference: B31.3 -2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 300 400 600 800 900 1000 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (304L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 900 900 895 895 895 895 900 Pressure Rating: 600 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 1705 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-11, 16-18.

ALLOWABLE TUBE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Tubing 1/16 - 2 Schedule Tables ASME A269 ASME A269 304L
Tubing 1/16 - 2 Schedule Tables ASME A249 ASME A249 304L

REQUIRED THICKNESS FOR TUBE IN GAS SERVICE:

P- Corrosion 1 3 5 3 5 7
Pipe Size /8 /16 ¼ /16 /8 ½ /8 ¾ /8 1 1¼ 1½ 2
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Thickness 0.028 0.028 0.028 0.035 0.035 0.041 0.052 0.062 0.073 0.083 0.104 0.125 0.167
Bend Radius 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D
B 0.01 Thickness 0.028 0.028 0.028 0.035 0.035 0.049 0.052 0.062 0.073 0.083 0.104 0.125 0.167
Bend Radius 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D

REQUIRED THICKNESS FOR TUBE IN ALL OTHER SERVICES:

P- Corrosion 1 1 3 5 3 5 7
Pipe Size /16 /8 /16 ¼ /16 /8 ½ /8 ¾ /8 1 1¼ 1½ 2
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Thickness 0.010 0.028 0.028 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.049 0.049 0.049 0.065 0.065 0.083 0.095 0.109
Bend Radius 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D
B 0.01 Thickness 0.020 0.028 0.028 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.049 0.049 0.049 0.065 0.065 0.083 0.095 0.109
Bend Radius 3D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Tube Fittings 1/16 - 2 Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s ASTM A182/A479 316L/304L Swagelok/Cajon or Parker
Welded Fittings 1/16 - 2 Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s ASTM A182/A479 316L/304L Swagelok/Cajon or Parker

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-205(A, B) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 2000 2000 1890 1675 1555 1425 930 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 300 400 600 800 900 1000 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (304L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 3000 3000 3000 3000 3000 3000 2990 Pressure Rating: 2000 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 3920 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-11, 16-18.

ALLOWABLE TUBE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Tubing 1/16 - 2 Schedule Tables ASTM A269 ASTM A269 TP 304L
Tubing 1/16 - 2 Schedule Tables ASTM A249 ASTM A249 TP 304L

REQUIRED THICKNESS FOR TUBE

P- Corrosion 1 1 3 5 3 5 7
Pipe Size /16 /8 /16 ¼ /16 /8 ½ /8 ¾ /8 1 1¼ 1½ 2
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Thickness 0.014 0.028 0.028 0.035 0.049 0.049 0.065 0.083 0.095 0.095 0.109 0.109 0.120 0.188
Bend Radius 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D
B 0.01 Thickness 0.020 0.035 0.049 0.049 0.065 0.065 0.083 0.095 0.095 0.095 0.120 0.156 0.188 0.188
Bend Radius 5D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 5D 3D 3D 3D 5D

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Tube Fittings 1/16 - 2 Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s ASTM A182/A479 316L/304L Swagelok/Cajon or Parker
Welded Fittings 1/16 - 2 Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s ASTM A182/A479 316L/304L Swagelok/Cajon or Parker

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Piping Specification 206 Date: March 16, 2009 Revision: 0 Page 1 of 1

DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-206(A, B) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 600 600 565 500 465 425 280 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 300 400 600 800 900 1000 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (316L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 900 900 915 930 940 900 625 Pressure Rating: 600 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 1780 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-9, 16-18.

ALLOWABLE TUBE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Tubing 1/16 - 2 Schedule Tables ASTM A269 ASTM A269 TP 316L
Tubing 1/16 - 2 Schedule Tables ASTM A249 ASTM A249 TP 316L

REQUIRED THICKNESS FOR TUBE IN GAS SERVICE:

P- Corrosion 1 3 5 3 5 7
Pipe Size /8 /16 ¼ /16 /8 ½ /8 ¾ /8 1 1¼ 1½ 2
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Thickness 0.028 0.028 0.028 0.035 0.035 0.041 0.052 0.062 0.073 0.083 0.104 0.125 0.167
Bend Radius 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D
B 0.01 Thickness 0.028 0.028 0.028 0.035 0.035 0.049 0.052 0.062 0.073 0.083 0.104 0.125 0.167
Bend Radius 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D

REQUIRED THICKNESS FOR TUBE IN ALL OTHER SERVICES:

P- Corrosion 1 1 3 5 3 5 7
Pipe Size /16 /8 /16 ¼ /16 /8 ½ /8 ¾ /8 1 1¼ 1½ 2
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Thickness 0.010 0.028 0.028 0.028 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.049 0.049 0.049 0.065 0.095 0.095 0.109
Bend Radius 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D
B 0.01 Thickness 0.020 0.028 0.028 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.049 0.049 0.049 0.065 0.065 0.095 0.095 0.109
Bend Radius 3D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
1
Tube Fittings /16 - 2 Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s ASTM A182/A479 316L/304L Swagelok/Cajon or Parker
1
Welded Fittings /16 - 2 Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s ASTM A182/A479 316L/304L Swagelok/Cajon or Parker

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Piping Specification 207 Date: March 16, 2009 Revision: 0 Page 1 of 1

DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-207(A, B) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 2000 2000 1890 1675 1555 1425 930 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 300 400 600 800 900 1000 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (316L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 3000 3000 3055 3110 3140 3025 2080 Pressure Rating: 2000 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 3330 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-11, 16-18.

ALLOWABLE TUBE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Tubing 1/16 - 2 Schedule Tables ASTM A269 ASTM A269 TP 316L
Tubing 1/16 - 2 Schedule Tables ASTM A249 ASTM A249 TP 316L

REQUIRED THICKNESS FOR TUBE

P- Corrosion 1 1 3 5 3 5 7
Pipe Size /16 /8 /16 ¼ /16 /8 ½ /8 ¾ /8 1 1¼ 1½ 2
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Thickness 0.010 0.028 0.028 0.035 0.083 0.049 0.083 0.083 0.095 0.095 0.120 0.156 0.188 0.188
Bend Radius 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 3D 3D 3D 3D 5D
B 0.01 Thickness 0.020 0.035 0.049 0.065 0.065 0.065 0.083 0.095 0.095 0.095 0.120 0.156 0.188 0.188
Bend Radius 5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 3D 3D 3D 3D 5D 3D 3D 3D -

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Tube Fittings 1/16 - 2 Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s ASTM A182/A479 316L/304L Swagelok/Cajon or Parker
Welded Fittings 1/16 - 2 Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s ASTM A182/A479 316L/304L Swagelok/Cajon or Parker

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Piping Specification 208 Date: March 16, 2009 Revision: 0 Page 1 of 1

DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-208(A, B, C) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 800 675 605 550 510 480 460 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (304L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 1200 1015 910 875 865 860 855 Pressure Rating: Class 400
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 1215 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16-18.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP 304L Welded
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP 304L Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½. ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 80S 40S 40S 80S
B 0.03 Schedule 40S 10S 40S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 80S 80S 80S 80S
C 0.05 Schedule 80S 40S 80S 40S 80S 80S 40S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S
C 0.05 Schedule - - - - - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F304/F304L
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F304L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A403 WP304L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A403 WP304L

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L Use Class 600 for NPS greater than 3
Threaded Flanges ½ -6 Class 400, 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L Use Class 600 for NPS greater than 3
Weldneck Flange ½ - 12 Class 400, 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L Use Class 600 for NPS greater than 3
Slip-on Flange ½ - 12 Class 400, 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L Use Class 600 for NPS greater than 3
Blind Flange ½ - 12 Class 400, 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L Use Class 600 for NPS greater than 3
Backup Flange ½ - 12 Class 400, 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Min Temperature - 20 F. Use Class 600
for NPS greater than 3. See note 8

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Min Temperature - 325 F, See Note 10
Nuts ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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Piping Specification 209 Date: March 16, 2009 Revision: 0 Page 1 of 1

DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-209(A, B, C) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 1200 1015 910 825 765 720 685 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (304L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 1800 1525 1365 1310 1295 1290 1270 Pressure Rating: Class 600
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 1845 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼-8 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP 304L Welded
Piping ¼-8 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP 304L Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½. ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 80S 80S 80S 80S
B 0.03 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S - 80S
C 0.05 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S - 80S 80S - - 80S

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S - - - -
C 0.05 Schedule - - - - - - - -

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-3 2000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F304/F304L
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F304L
Buttweld Fittings ½-8 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A403 WP304L
Buttweld Fittings ½-8 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A403 WP304L

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Threaded Flanges ½-3 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Weldneck Flange ½-8 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Slip-on Flange ½-8 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Blind Flange ½-8 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Backup Flange ½-8 Class 600 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Min Temperature - 20 F. See note 8

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1⅛ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Min Temperature - 325 F, See Note 10
Nuts ½-1⅛ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-210(A, B) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 600 480 445 405 260 125 35 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 300 500 800 900 1000 1150 1400 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (304L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 900 815 860 855 835 785 340 Pressure Rating: 600 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 935 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16, 19.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP 304L Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½. ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F304/F304L Only for fit up to threaded components
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F304L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A403 WP304L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A403 WP304L

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 See note 19 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 See note 19
Threaded Flange ½-6 See note 19 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 See note 19
Weldneck Flange ½-8 See note 19 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 See note 19
Slip-on Flange ½-8 See note 19 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 See note 19
Blind Flange ½-8 See note 19 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 See note 19
Backup Flange ½-8 See note 19 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A See note 8

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners B16.5 ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Limited to 1000 F, See note 10
Nuts B16.5 ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH Limited to 1000 F

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-211(A, B) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 600 480 445 405 260 125 35 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 300 500 800 900 1000 1150 1400 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (316L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 900 835 900 860 585 355 340 Pressure Rating: 600 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 935 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16, 19.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP 316L Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F316/F316L Only for fit up to threaded components
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F316L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A403 WP316L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A403 WP316L

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 See note 19 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 See note 19
Threaded Flanges ½-6 See note 19 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 See note 19
Weldneck Flange ½ - 12 See note 19 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 See note 19
Slip-on Flange ½ - 12 See note 19 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 See note 19
Blind Flange ½ - 12 See note 19 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 See note 19
Backup Flange ½ - 12 See note 19 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-⅝ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Limited to 1000 F, See General Note 10.
Nuts ½-⅝ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH Limited to 1000 F

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-212(A, B) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 1225 1155 1080 1020 950 870 570 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 300 400 500 600 800 900 1000 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (304L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 1840 1835 1830 1825 1835 1835 1835 Pressure Rating: 1225 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 1870 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 10 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP 304L Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 80S 80S 80S
B 0.03 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 80S 40S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F304L Only for fit up to threaded components
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 10 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A403 WP304L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 10 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A403 WP304L

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Weldneck Flange ½ - 10 Class 900, 1500 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L Limited to 800 F. Use 1500 for NPS < 3
Slip-on Flange ½ - 10 Class 900, 1500 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L Limited to 800 F. Use 1500 for NPS < 3
Threaded Flange ½ - 10 Class 900, 1500 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L Limited to 800 F. Use 1500 for NPS < 3
Backup Flange ½-4 See note 19 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 F304L Limited to 800 F. See note 8

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners B16.5 ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Limited to 1000 F, See General Note 10.
Nuts B16.5 ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH Limited to 1000 F

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-213(A, B) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 3000 2530 2270 2065 1910 1800 1715 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (304L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 4500 3795 3405 3275 3235 3220 3180 Pressure Rating: Class 1500
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 4530 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-11, 14, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼-6 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A312 TP 304L Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40 40 40 80 160 160 160 160 160 160
B 0.03 Schedule 80 80 80 160 160 160 160 160 160 XXS

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 6000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F304L
Buttweld Fittings ¼-6 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A403 WP304L
Buttweld Fittings ¼-6 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A403 WP304L

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 1500 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Weldneck Flange ½-6 Class 1500 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Slip-on Flange ½-6 Class 1500 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ¾-1⅜ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Limited to 1000 F, See General Note 10.
Nuts ¾-1⅜ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH Limited to 1000 F

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-214(A, B) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 5000 4220 3780 3440 3180 3000 2860 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (304L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 7500 6330 5670 5455 5380 5370 5310 Pressure Rating: Class 2500
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 7645 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-11, 14, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼-6 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A312 TP 304L Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 80 80 160 160 XXS XXS XXS XXS
B 0.03 Schedule - 160 160 XXS XXS - XXS XXS

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 9000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F304L
Buttweld Fittings ¼-3 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A403 WP304L
Buttweld Fittings ¼-3 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A403 WP304L

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 2500 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Weldneck Flange ½-3 Class 2500 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L
Slip-on Flange ½-3 Class 2500 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F304L

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ¾-1¼ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH See note 10.
Nuts ¾-1¼ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-215(A, B, C) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 230 195 Code of Reference: B31.3 - 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -425 -425 Material: Stainless Steel (316L)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 345 295 Pressure Rating: 230 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 365 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 10 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP316L Welded
Piping ¼ - 10 Schedule Tables ASME B36.19 ASTM A312 TP316L Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½. ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S
C 0.05 Schedule 40S 10S 40S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼ -2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A182 F316L
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 ASRM A182 F316L
Buttweld Fittings ½ – 10 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A403 WP316L
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 10 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A403 WP316L
Victaulic Zero-Flex 1 - 10 Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s Use with EPDM gaskets,
Coupling 07 Min Temp -20 F.

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket-Weld Flange ½–2 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Threaded Flange ½-6 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Weldneck Flange ½ - 10 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Slip-on Flange ½ – 10 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Blind Flange ½ - 10 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 F316L
Backup Flange ½ - 10 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A Min Temperature - 20 F.
See note 8
Backup Flange ½ - 10 Class 150 ASME B16.42 ASTM A395 N/A Min Temp. - 20 F, Max.
Temp. 650 F. See note 8

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Min Temperature - 325 F, See Note 10. Not for
use with Victaulic Fittings
Nuts ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH Not for use with Victaulic Fittings

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-300(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 230 195 175 160 145 140 110 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 Material: Hastelloy C276
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 345 295 265 240 220 225 190 Pressure Rating: Class 150
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 520 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B619 N10276 Class I or II Welded
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B622 N10276 N/A Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½. ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S
C 0.05 Schedule 40S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S
D 0.095 Schedule - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S - - - - -

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
D 0.095 Schedule - - - - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 B574/B622 N10276 Engineering approval required.
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 B366 WPHC276
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 B366 WPHC276

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ¼-4 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B574/B575 N10276 Engineering approval required
Weldneck Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B574/B575 N10276
Slip-on Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B574/B575 N10276 Refer to note 5
Blind Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B574/575 N10276
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 A182/A744 F304/CF-8

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Refer to General Note 10.
Nuts ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-301(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 720 600 530 470 435 415 405 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 Material: Hastelloy C276
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 1080 900 795 705 660 670 690 Pressure Rating: Class 300
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 1225 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B619 N10276 Class I or II Welded
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B622 N10276 N/A Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½. ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
D 0.095 Schedule - - - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S
D 0.095 Schedule - - - - - - - 80S 80S 80S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 B574/B622 N10276 Engineering approval required.
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 B366 WPHC276
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 B366 WPHC276

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ¼-4 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B574/B575 N10276 Engineering approval required
Weldneck Flange ½ - 12 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B574/B575 N10276
Slip-on Flange ½ - 12 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B574/B575 N10276
Blind Flange ½ - 12 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B574/575 N10276
Backup Flange ½ - 12 Class 150 ASME B16.5 A182/A744 F304/CF-8

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1⅛ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Refer to General Note 10.
Nuts ½-1⅛ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-302(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 230 215 200 185 170 140 110 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 Material: Alloy 20 (N08020)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 360 340 325 300 270 230 180 Pressure Rating: Class 150
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 445 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASTM B464 N08020 N/A Welded
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASTM B729 N08020 N/A Manuf. Hydrostatic Test

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S
C 0.05 Schedule 40S 10S 40S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S - - -
D 0.07 Schedule 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S - - - - -

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S
D 0.07 Schedule - - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 B462 N08020 Engineering approval required.
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 B366 WP20CB
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 B366 WP20CB

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ¼-4 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B462 N08020 Engineering approval required
Weldneck Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B462 N08020
Slip-on Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B462 N08020
Blind Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B462 N08020
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 A105/A182 N/A/F304

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1⅛ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Refer to General Note 10.
Nuts ½-1⅛ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-303(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 600 555 525 480 470 455 445 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 Material: Alloy 20 (N08020)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 945 885 850 785 770 745 730 Pressure Rating: Class 300
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 1075 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASTM B464 N08020 N/A Welded
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASTM B729 N08020 N/A Manufacturer Hydrostatic Test

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½. ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
D 0.07 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S
C 0.05 Schedule - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S
D 0.07 Schedule - - - - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 B462 N08020 Engineering approval required.
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 B366 WP20CB
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 B366 WP20CB

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ¼-4 Class 300 ASME B16.5 B462 N08020 Engineering approval required
Weldneck Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.5 B462 N08020
Slip-on Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.5 B462 N08020
Blind Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.5 B462 N08020
Backup Flange ½ - 12 Class 300 ASME B16.5 A105/A182 N/A/F304

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1½ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 2-HH Refer to General Note 10.
Nuts ½-1½ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-304(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 275 260 80 50 35 25 25 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 800 900 1000 1150 1200 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 Material: Inconel 600 (N06600)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 415 390 120 95 150 245 245 Pressure Rating: Class 150
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 445 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼-6 Schedule Tables ASTM B167 N06600 N/A Seamless, Mnftr Hydro. Test ASTM
B517
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASTM B517 N06600 N/A Mnftr Hydro. Test ASTM B517

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S - 10S -
C 0.05 Schedule 40S 10S 40S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 10S 10S 10S 10S - - - -
D 0.07 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S - - - - -

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S
D 0.07 Schedule - - - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 B564 N06600 Engineering approval required
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 B366 WPNCI Seamless or welded
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 B366 WPNCI Seamless or welded

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Weldneck Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B564/B168 N06600 Only up to 900
Blind Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B564/B168 N06600 Only up to 900
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 A105 N/A Only up to 900

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1½ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 C1. 2-HH Refer to General Note 10.
Nuts ½-1½ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-305(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 290 260 200 140 110 80 65 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 400 600 700 800 850 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 Material: Inconel 690 (N06690)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 435 430 365 265 210 150 125 Pressure Rating: Class 150
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 600 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASTM B167 N06690 N/A Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 10S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
D 0.07 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S
D 0.07 Schedule - - - - 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Buttweld Fittings ½-6 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 B366 WP***S Seamless, Alloy N06690 required
Buttweld Fittings ½-6 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 B366 WP***S Seamless, Alloy N06690 required.

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Weldneck Flange ½-6 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B564/B168 N06690
Blind Flange ½-6 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B564/B168 N06690
Backup Flange ½-6 Class 150 ASME B16.5 A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-¾ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Refer to General Note 10.
Nuts ½-¾ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-306(A, B, C) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 230 200 190 185 170 140 125 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 200 300 400 500 600 650 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 -325 Material: Monel (N04400)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 360 335 330 320 295 245 225 Pressure Rating: Class 150
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 395 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12, 16.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼-8 Schedule Tables ASTM B165 N04400 N/A Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 10S
B 0.03 Schedule 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S
C 0.05 Schedule 40S 10S 40S 10S 10S 10S 10S 10S 40S 40S 10S

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
B 0.03 Schedule 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S 40S
C 0.05 Schedule 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 80S 40S 40S 40S 40S

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-6 2000# ASME B16.11 B564 N04400 Engineering approval required
Buttweld Fittings ½-8 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 B366 WPNC Seamless or welded
Buttweld Fittings ½-8 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 B366 WPNC

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Weldneck Flange ½-8 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B564/B127 N04400
Blind Flange ½-8 Class 150 ASME B16.5 B564/B127 N04400
Backup Flange ½-8 Class 150 ASME B16.5 A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-¾ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 C1.2-HH Refer to General Note 10.
Nuts ½-¾ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-400 Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 150 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 250 Fluid Service: Category D
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 Material: Copper
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 280 Pressure Rating: 150 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 295 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1, 3, 5-10, 20-24.

ALLOWABLE TUBE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Tubing ¼-4 Type L ASTM B88 ASTM B88 Temper 050,060,H Seamless
Tubing ¼-4 Type K ASTM B88 ASTM B88 Temper 050,060,H Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR TUBE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ⅜ ½ ⅝ ¾ 1 1¼ 1½ 2 2½ 3 3½ 4
Spec Allowance
400 0.00 Thickness 0.030 0.035 0.040 0.042 0.045 0.050 0.055 0.060 0.070 0.080 0.090 0.100 0.110
Bend Radius 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 Class 125 ASME B16.15 AST B62 N/A Max Temperature 350
Soldered Fittings ¼-4 Type L ASME B16.18 ASTM B62 N/A
Soldered Fittings ¼-4 Type L ASME B16.22 ASME B16.22 N/A
Flared Fittings ⅜-2 175 psig ASME B16.26 ASTM B62 N/A Max Temperature 100
Flared Fittings ¼-2 500 psig SAE J513 SAE J513 N/A With Flare Nuts, Max Temp 200
Tube Fittings ¼-2 Manufacture’s Manufacturer’s Brass per N/A Swagelok/Cajon/ or Parker
Manufacturer’s

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½-4 Class 150 ASME B16.24 ASTM B61 N/A
Threaded Flanges ½-4 Class 150 ASME B16.24 ASTM B62 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-⅝ N/A ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 1-HH Refer to General Note 10.
Nuts ½-⅝ N/A ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-401 Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 225 225 210 195 180 165 130 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -452 -452 -452 -452 -452 -452 -452 Material: Copper
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 340 400 395 365 345 370 390 Pressure Rating: 225 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 410 External Pressure Rating: N/A

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1, 3, 5-10, 21, 22, 24-26.

ALLOWABLE TUBE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Tubing ¼-4 Type L ASTM B88 ASTM B88 Temper 050,060, H Seamless
Tubing ¼-4 Type K ASTM B88 ASTM B88 Temper 050,060, H Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR TUBE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ⅜ ½ ⅝ ¾ 1 1¼ 1½ 2 2½ 3 3½ 4
Spec Allowance
401 0.00 Thickness 0.030 0.035 0.040 0.042 0.045 0.050 0.055 0.060 0.070 0.080 0.090 0.100 0.110
Bend Radius 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 5D 5D -

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 Class 125 ASME B16.15 AST B62 N/A Max Temperature 350
Soldered Fittings ¼-4 Type L ASME B16.18 ASTM B62 N/A
Soldered Fittings ¼-4 Type L ASME B16.22 ASME B16.22 N/A
Flared Fittings ¼-2 500 psig SAE J513 SAE J513 N/A With Flare Nuts, Max Temp 200
Tube Fittings ¼-2 Manufacture’s Manufacturer’s Brass per Manufacturer’s N/A Swagelok/Cajon/ or Parker

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½-4 Class 150 ASME B16.24 ASTM B61 N/A
Threaded Flanges ½-4 Class 150 ASME B16.24 ASTM B62 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-⅝ N/A ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 1-HH Refer to General Note 10.
Nuts ½-⅝ N/A ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-402 Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 355 300 280 280 275 235 175 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -452 -452 -452 -452 -452 -452 -452 Material: Copper
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 535 530 525 525 525 530 525 Pressure Rating: 355 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 560 External Pressure Rating: N/A

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1, 3, 5-10, 21, 22, 24-26.

ALLOWABLE TUBE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Tubing ¼-2 Type L ASTM B88 ASTM B88 Temper 050,060, H Seamless
Tubing ¼-2 Type K ASTM B88 ASTM B88 Temper 050,060, H Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR TUBE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ⅜ ½ ⅝ ¾ 1 1¼ 1½ 2
Spec Allowance
402 0.00 Thickness 0.030 0.035 0.040 0.042 0.045 0.050 0.055 0.060 0.070
Bend Radius 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 3D 5D 5D -

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-2 Class 250 ASME B16.15 AST B62 N/A Max Temperature 350
Soldered Fittings ¼-2 Type L ASME B16.18 ASTM B62 N/A Brazed
Soldered Fittings ¼-2 Type L ASME B16.22 ASME B16.22 N/A Brazed
Flared Fittings ¼-2 500 psig SAE J513 SAE J513 N/A With Flare Nuts, Max Temp 200
Tube Fittings ¼-2 Manufacture’s Manufacturer’s Brass per Manufacturer’s N/A Swagelok/Cajon/ or Parker

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½-2 Class 300 ASME B16.24 ASTM B61 N/A
Threaded Flanges ½-2 Class 300 ASME B16.24 ASTM B62 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-¾ N/A ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 1- HH Min temperature - 325 F, See note 10
Nuts ½-¾ N/A ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F- HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-403 Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 320 270 255 255 250 210 160 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -452 -452 -452 -452 -452 -452 -452 Material: Copper
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 480 475 480 480 480 475 480 Pressure Rating: 400 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 495 External Pressure Rating: N/A

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1, 3, 5-10, 21, 22, 24-27.

ALLOWABLE TUBE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Tubing ¼-⅝ Type L ASTM B88 ASTM B88 Temper 050,060, H Seamless, Clean per ASTM B280
Tubing ¼-2 Type K ASTM B88 ASTM B88 Temper 050,060, H Seamless, Clean per ASTM B280

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR TUBE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ⅜ ½ ⅝ ¾ 1 1¼ 1½ 2
Spec Allowance
403 0.00 Thickness 0.030 0.035 0.040 0.042 0.065 0.065 0.065 0.072 0.083
Bend Radius 3D 3D 3D 3D 1.5D 3D 3D 3D 5D

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-2 Class 250 ASME B16.15 AST B62 N/A Max Temperature 350
Soldered Fittings ¼-2 Type L ASME B16.18 ASTM B62 N/A Brazed
Soldered Fittings ⅛-2 Type L ASME B16.22 ASME B16.22 N/A Brazed
Flared Fittings ⅛-2 500 psig SAE J513 SAE J513 N/A With Flare Nuts, Max Temp 200
Tube Fittings ⅛-2 Manufacture’s Manufacturer’s Brass per Manufacturer’s N/A Swagelok/Cajon/ or Parker

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½-2 Class 300 ASME B16.24 ASTM B61 N/A
Threaded Flanges ½-2 Class 300 ASME B16.24 ASTM B62 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-¾ N/A ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 1- HH Min temperature - 325 F, See note 10
Nuts ½-¾ N/A ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F- HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-404 Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 275 270 265 260 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 150 200 250 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -452 -452 -452 -452 Material: Aluminum (6061/6063)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 415 405 400 390 Pressure Rating: Class 150
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 445 External Pressure Rating: N/A

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-12.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASTM B241 ASTM B241 6061-T6 Seamless
Piping ¼ - 12 Schedule Tables ASTM B241 ASTM B241 6063-T6 Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12
Spec Allowance
404 0.00 Thickness 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 40 40 40 40 40

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
404 0.00 Thickness 40 40 40 40 40 40 80 40 40 40

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Socket Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASTM B361 ASTM B361 WP6061 Ref. ASME B16.11 for dimensions
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASTM B361 ASTM B361 WP6061 Ref. ASME B16.9 for dimensions
Buttweld Fittings ½ - 12 Schedule Tables ASTM B361 ASTM B361 WP6061 Ref. ASME B16.28 for dimensions

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½ - 1⅝ Class 150 B31.3 App. L ASTM B247 6061-T6 ASME B16.5 for dimensions
Threaded Flanges ½ - 1⅝ Class 150 B31.3 App. L ASTM B247 6061-T6 ASME B16.5 for dimensions

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-⅞ N/A ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B8 Cl. 1- HH Min temperature - 325 F, See note 10
Fasteners ½-⅞ N/A ASME B18.2.1 ASTM B211 6061 - T6 - HH See note 10
Nuts ½-⅞ N/A ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 8F- HH Use with B8 Cl. 1
Nuts ½-⅞ N/A ASME B18.2.2 ASTM B211 6061 - T6 - HH Use with 6061 - T6 Fastener

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-405 Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 275 270 265 260 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 150 200 250 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) -452 -452 -452 -452 Material: Aluminum (6061/6063)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 415 405 400 390 Pressure Rating: 275 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 455 External Pressure Rating: N/A

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-9, 28.

ALLOWABLE TUBE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Tubing ⅛-2 Schedule Tables ASTM B241 ASTM B241 6061-T6 Seamless
Tubing ⅛-2 Schedule Tables ASTM B241 ASTM B241 6063-T6 Seamless

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR TUBE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ⅛ 3⁄₁₆ ¼ ⁵⁄₁₆ ⅜ ½ ⅝ ¾ ⅞ 1 1¼ 1½ 2
Spec Allowance
405 0.00 Thickness 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.035 0.049 0.049 0.049 0.065 0.065 0.083 0.095
Bend Radius 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D 1.5D

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Tube ⅛-2 Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s ASTM B211 6061 - T6
Buttweld Fittings ¼-1 Manufacturer’s Manufacturer’s ASTM B211 2014T

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-500 Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 150 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) 0 Material: PVC
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 225 Pressure Rating: 150 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 590 External Pressure Rating: N/A

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-3, 5-7, 9, 10, 13, 28 -30.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼-8 Schedule Tables ASTM D1784 ASTM D1784 12454-B Note 30
Piping ¼-8 Schedule Tables ASTM D1784 ASTM D1784 12454-C Note 30

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8
Spec Allowance
500 0.00 Schedule 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 80 80

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 40 ASTM D2466 ASTM D1784 12454-B, 12454-C
Threaded Fittings ½-4 80 ASTM D2464 ASTM D1784 12454-B, 12454-C
Solvent Welded Fittings ½-8 80 ASTM D2467 ASTM D1784 12454-B, 12454-C

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ¼-8 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Threaded Flange ½-8 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 304L/316L
Solvent Welded Flange ½-8 Sch. 80 Manufacturer’s ASTM D1784 12454-B, 12454-C

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-¾ N/A ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A307 Grade A See Note 10.
Nuts ½-¾ N/A ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A563 Grade B

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-501 Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 150 40 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 100 180 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) 0 0 Material: CPVC
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 280 240 Pressure Rating: 150 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 310 External Pressure Rating: N/A

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-3, 5-7, 9, 10, 13, 29 - 31.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼-8 Schedule Tables ASTM F441 ASTM D1784 23447-B (CPVC 4120) Note 30
Piping ¼-8 Schedule Tables ASTM F442 ASTM D1784 23447-B (CPVC 4120) Note 30, 31.

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8
Spec Allowance
501 0.00 Schedule 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 80 80

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4
Spec Allowance
501 0.00 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 - 80 80 80

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 80 ASTM F437 ASTM D1784 23447-B (CPVC 4120)
Solvent Welded Fittings ¼-4 40 ASTM F438 ASTM D1784 23447-B (CPVC 4120)
Solvent Welded Fittings ¼-8 80 ASTM F439 ASTM D1784 23447-B (CPVC 4120)

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½-8 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Threaded Flange ½-8 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A182 304L/316L
Solvent Welded Flange ½-8 Sch. 80 Manufacturer’s ASTM D1784 23447-B (CPVC 4120)

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-¾ N/A ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A307 Grade A See Note 10
Nuts ½-¾ N/A ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A563 Grade B

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-502 (A, B, C, D, E, F, G) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 200 193 160 128 110 100 80 Code of Reference: B31.3, 2002
Design Temperature ( F) 73 73 73 73 73 73 73 Fluid Service: Normal
Minimum Temperature ( F) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Material: Polyethylene (PE)
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 300 290 240 190 165 150 120 Pressure Rating: 200 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 330

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 1-3, 5, 7, 9-11, 13, 29, 30, 32, 33.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ½ - 12 Design Parameters ASTM D3035 ASTM D3035 PE3408 Note 30
Piping ½ - 12 Design Parameters ASTM D2513 ASTM D3035 PE3408 Note 30
Tubing ¼-1¾ Design Parameters ASTM D2513 ASTM D3035 PE3408 Note 30
Tubing ½-2 Design Parameters ASTM D2737 ASTM D3035 PE3408 Note 30

REQUIRED DR SCHEDULES FOR PIPE

P- Corrosion Design Pressure Pipe
Spec Allowance at 73 Size
½ ¾ 1 1¼ 1½ 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 14

A 0.00 200 DR 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9
B 0.00 193 DR 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3
C 0.00 160 DR 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
D 0.00 128 DR 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5
E 0.00 110 DR 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5
F 0.00 100 DR 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17
G 0.00 80 DR 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21

REQUIRED DR SCHEDULES FOR TUBE

P- Corrosion Design Pressure Pipe
¼ ⅜ ½ ⅝ ¾ 1 1¼ 1½ 1¾ 2
Spec Allowance at 73 Size
A 0.00 200 DR 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9
B 0.00 193 DR 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3
C 0.00 160 DR 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
D 0.00 128 DR 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5
E 0.00 110 DR 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5
F 0.00 100 DR 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17
G 0.00 80 DR 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Butt Fusion Fittings ¼ - 12 Note ASTM D3261 ASTM D1248 P34 (PE3408)
Solvent Welded Fittings (Pipe) ¼-4 Note ASTM D2683 ASTM D1248 P34 (PE3408) Type III, Class B or C
Solvent Welded Fittings (Pipe) ¼ - 1¼ Note ASTM D2683 ASTM D1248 P34 (PE3408) Type III, Class B or C

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Backup Flange Flange ½ - 12 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-⅞ N/A ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A307 Grade A See Note 10.
Nuts ½-⅞ N/A ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A563 Grade B

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-900(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 285 230 170 140 110 95 80 Code of Reference: B31.1, 2001
Design Temperature ( F) 100 300 500 600 700 750 800 Fluid Service: Non-BEP
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 Material: Carbon Steel
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 430 345 270 245 200 220 220 Pressure Rating: Class 150
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 820 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 3, 4, 6, 8-12, 34-39.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A53 B See General Note 38.
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A106 B

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD
B 0.03 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD
C 0.05 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD
D 0.07 Schedule 80 80 80 STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 STD STD STD STD STD
B 0.030 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 STD STD STD STD STD
C 0.060 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 80 STD STD STD STD
D 0.070 Schedule - 160 160 80 80 80 80 80 80 STD

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP Only where threaded pipe is ≤ sch. 80
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WP
Buttweld Fittings ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A234 WPB
Buttweld Fittings ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A234 WPB

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Flange ½-6 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Weldneck Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Slip-on Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B7-HH Limited to 600 F, See Note 10.
Nuts ½-1¼ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 2H-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-901(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 740 655 600 550 535 535 505 Code of Reference: B31.1, 2001
Design Temperature ( F) 100 300 500 600 650 700 750 Fluid Service: Non-BEP
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 Material: Carbon Steel
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 1110 985 950 955 945 975 1165 Pressure Rating: Class 300
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 1325 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 3, 4, 6, 8-12, 34-39.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A53 B See General Note 38.
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A106 B

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD 40 XS 40 40
B 0.03 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD 40 40 XS 40 40
C 0.05 Schedule 80 STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD STD 40 40 40 40 40
D 0.07 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 80 STD STD 80 80 STD STD XS XS 40 40 40 40

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 STD STD STD STD STD
B 0.030 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80
C 0.060 Schedule - 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80
D 0.070 Schedule - 160 160 160 160 160 80 80 80 80

FITTINGS
Material
Component Size Rating Standard Material Additional Requirements
Grade
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 2000#/3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WPB 2000# only where threaded pipe is ≤ sch. 80
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WPB
Buttweld Fittings ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A234 WPB
Buttweld Fittings ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A234 WPB

FLANGES
Material
Component Size Rating Standard Material Additional Requirements
Grade
Threaded Flange ½-6 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Weldneck Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Slip-on Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½ - 1½ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B7-HH Limited to 600 F, See Note 10.
Nuts ½ - 1½ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 2H-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-902(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 1480 1315 1200 1095 1075 1065 1010 Code of Reference: B31.1, 2001
Design Temperature ( F) 100 300 500 600 650 700 750 Fluid Service: Non-BEP
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 Material: Carbon Steel
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 2220 1975 1905 1900 1900 1935 2330 Pressure Rating: Class 600
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 2740 External Pressure Rating: 15 psi

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 3, 4, 6, 8-12, 34-39.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A53 B See General Note 38
Piping ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B36.10 ASTM A106 B

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule STD STD STD STD STD STD STD 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80
B 0.03 Schedule STD STD STD STD 80 80 80 80 80 120 80 80 80 80 80 100 100 100
C 0.05 Schedule 80 80 160 80 80 160 80 80 120 120 80 100 100 100 100 100 100 100
D 0.07 Schedule - 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 120 120 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size ¼ ½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 2½ 3 4 6
Spec Allowance
A 0.000 Schedule 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 120 120
B 0.030 Schedule 80 80 80 160 160 160 160 160 120 120
C 0.060 Schedule - 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 120 120
D 0.070 Schedule - XXS 160 160 160 160 160 160 120 120

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded Fittings ¼-4 3000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WPB Only where threaded pipe is ≤ sch. 160
Socket-Weld Fittings ¼-2 3000#/6000# ASME B16.11 ASTM A105 WPB 3000# only where pipe is ≤ sch. 80
Buttweld Fittings ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.9 ASTM A234 WPB
Buttweld Fittings ¼ - 24 Schedule Tables ASME B16.28 ASTM A234 WPB

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Threaded FLange ½-6 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Socket-Weld Flange ½-2 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Weldneck Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Slip-on Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A
Backup Flange ½ - 24 Class 150 ASME B16.5 ASTM A105 N/A

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ½ - 1½ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A193 B7-HH Limited to 600 F, See Note 10.
Nuts ½ - 1½ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A194 2H-HH

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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-903(A, B, C, D) Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 150 132 112 93 75 60 45 Code of Reference: AWWA
Design Temperature ( F) 73 90 100 110 120 130 140 Fluid Service: Water
Minimum Temperature ( F) -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 -20 Material: PVC
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 225 225 225 225 225 225 225 Pressure Rating: 150 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 250

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 3, 9, 10, 13, 40-45.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping 4 - 12 Schedule Tables AWWA C900 ASTM D1784 12454-A or B
Piping 14 - 36 Schedule Tables AWWA C905 ASTM D1784 12454-A or B

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24 30 36
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 18 18 18 18 18 26 26 26 26 26 26 26

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
PVC Fittings 4–8 Cl. 150 (DR 18) AWWA C907 ASTM D1784 12454-A or 12454-B Push-on
Ductile Iron Fittings 4 – 16 350 AWWA C153/A21.53 ASTM A536 DI Push-on or Mechanical
Ductile Iron Fittings 4 – 36 350 AWWA C110/A21.10 ASTM A536 DI Push-on or Mechanical
Grey Iron Fittings 4 - 36 150 or 250 AWWA C110/A21.10 A48 25 or 30 Push-on or Mechanical

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Ductile Iron Fittings 4 – 36 350 AWWA C110/A21.10 ASTM A536 DI
Grey Iron Fittings 4 - 36 150 or 250 AWWA C110/A21.10 A48 25 or 30

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ⅝ - 1½ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A307 Grade A See note 10.
Nuts ⅝ - 1½ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A563 Grade B
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DESIGN PARAMETERS
P-Spec PS-904 Calculation Reference: 00-00-CALC-M-0004-R0
Design Pressure (psig) 250 Code of Reference: AWWA
Design Temperature ( F) 150 Fluid Service: Water
Minimum Temperature ( F) 0 Material: Ductile Iron
Minimum Test Pressure (psig) 375 Pressure Rating: 250 psi
Maximum Test Pressure (psig) 400

GENERAL NOTES
Refer to General Notes 3, 9, 10, 13, 41, 44, 46-50.

ALLOWABLE PIPE MATERIALS

Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Piping 3 - 64 Schedule Tables AWWA C151 ASTM A48 DI
Piping 3 - 64 Schedule Tables AWWA C115 ASTM A48/A536 DI Threaded Ends

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR NON-THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size 3 4 6 88 10 12 14 16 18 20 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 64
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 350 350 350 350 350 350 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250

REQUIRED SCHEDULES FOR THREADED PIPE

P- Corrosion
Pipe Size 3 4 6 88 10 12 14 16 18 20 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 64
Spec Allowance
A 0.00 Schedule 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 53

FITTINGS
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Ductile Iron Push-on 3 - 48 250 AWWA C111/A21.11 ASTM A536 DI
Ductile Iron Fittings 3 - 16 350 AWWA C153/A21.53 ASTM A536 DI
Ductile Iron Fittings 3 - 48 350 AWWA C110/A21.10 ASTM A536 DI
Grey Iron Fittings 3 - 48 250 AWWA C110/A21.10 A48 30

FLANGES
Component Size Rating Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Ductile Iron Fittings 3 - 48 350 AWWA C110/A21.10 ASTM A536 DI
Grey Iron Fittings 3 - 48 250 AWWA C110/A21.10 A48 30
Ductile Iron Flanges 3 – 24 250 AWWA C115/A21.15 ASTM A536 DI Threaded Flanges
Grey Iron Flanges 3 – 24 250 AWWA C115/A21.15 A48 30 Threaded Flanges

MECHANICAL FASTENERS
Component Size Standard Material Material Grade Additional Requirements
Fasteners ⅝ - 1½ ASME B18.2.1 ASTM A307 Grade A See note 10.
Nuts ⅝ - 1½ ASME B18.2.2 ASTM A563 Grade B

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APPENDIX B – FLUID SERVICE SHEETS

This appendix contains data on selecting the appropriate materials to be used in a specific fluid service.
This data should be used with caution because it represents cases where the chemistry of the specified
fluid is well understood. The recommendations made in the Fluid Service Sheets are one option based
on economic and technical considerations. Other options may be technically acceptable. Questions
about corrosion allowance values for a specific fluid service should be directed to ESM Pressure Safety
Point-of-Contact. An index to the Fluid Service Sheets is provided below.

FLUID SERVICE SHEET REVISION CONTROL PAGE

SERVICE REVISION PAGES DESCRIPTION OF REVISION
Air (Breathing) 0 1 Original Issue
Air (Compressed/Plant) 0 1 Original Issue
Caustic 0 1 Original Issue
Diesel Fuel 0 1 Original Issue
Nitric Acid (0-65%) 0 1 Original Issue
Nitric Acid (0-95%) 0 1 Original Issue
Nitrogen (Cryogenic) 0 1 Original Issue
Oxalic Acid 0 1 Original Issue
Oxygen (Liquid or Gas) 0 1 Original Issue
Refrigerants 0 1 Original Issue
Steam (Low Pressure) 0 1 Original Issue
Steam (Medium Pressure) 0 1 Original Issue
Sulfuric Acid (0-100%) 0 1 Original Issue
Sulfuric Acid (70-100%) 0 1 Original Issue
Water (DI) 0 1 Original Issue
Water (Domestic) 0 1 Original Issue
Water (Heavy/Contaminated) 0 1 Original Issue
Water (Raw/Untreated) 0 1 Original Issue
Water (Service) 0 1 Original Issue

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Carbon Steel Pipe PS-101B 0.031 200 200
Stainless Steel Pipe PS-200A 0 195 200
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Reinforced Teflon 125-250
NOTES
1) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets
2) Stainless steel is required downstream of the filter.
3) Piping runs can utilize butt welded, socket welded, or threaded connections.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification

2-Bronze, 4-Carbon Steel (1), 5-Stainless Steel 304(L) (2), 6-Stainless

Required

Features

2) Material
Steel 316(L) (3)
3) Pressure Class 1-150, P-Pressure Rated
4) End Connection (4) 1-Flanged, 2-Socket Weld, 3-Butt Weld, 4-Threaded
BL-Ball, CB-Ball Check, GW-Solid Wedge Gate, TN-Needle Globe, TS-
5) Type of Valve
Standard Globe
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material A-Chromium (11-13%), C-Bronze, D-Stainless Steel

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material A-Chromium (11-13%), D-Stainless Steel, O-Viton, P-EPDM

9) Stem Material A-Chromium (11-13%), B-Carbon Steel, C-Bronze, D-Stainless Steel
10) Packing Material A-Graphite, B-Teflon, D-Nylon, G-Viton, H-EPDM
11) Body Gasket B-Teflon, D-Nylon, G-Viton, H-EPDM
NOTES
1) ASTM A216WCB or A105
2) CF3, CF8, F304, or F304L
3) CF3M, CF8M, F316, F316L
4) Non welded end stainless steel valves pressure rating is based on the high carbon (non L) grade.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional
Allowance Pressure Temperature Requirements
(in) (psi) ( F)
Carbon Steel Pipe PS-101B 0.031 200 200
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
NBR Bonded Aramid Fiber 125-250
NOTES
1) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
2) Piping runs can utilize butt welded, socket welded, or threaded connections.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification
Required

Features

2) Material 2-Bronze, 4-Carbon Steel (1)

3) Pressure Class 1-150, P-Pressure Rated
4) End Connection 1-Flanged, 2-Socket Weld, 3-Butt Weld, 4-Threaded
BL-Ball, CB-Ball Check, GW-Solid Wedge Gate, TN-Needle Globe, TS-
5) Type of Valve
Standard Globe
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material A-Chromium (11-13%), C-Bronze

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material A-Chromium (11-13%), O-Viton, P-EPDM

9) Stem Material A-Chromium (11-13%), B-Carbon Steel, C-Bronze
10) Packing Material A-Graphite, B-Teflon, D-Nylon, G-Viton, H-EPDM
11) Body Gasket B-Teflon, D-Nylon, G-Viton, H-EPDM
NOTES
1) ASTM A216WCB or A105

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Fluid Service: Caustic Soda (0 – 50% NaOH) Page 1 of 1 Revision: 0 Date: 3/16/09
GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Carbon Steel Pipe PS-101B 0.031 200 200
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
NBR Bonded 125-250 May be used with Flat Face Flanges
NOTES
1) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
2) Material selection in this fluid service is critical and changes should be made with caution.
3) Flanged connections should be minimized and only used when required for component and equipment
connections.
4) Threaded connections should only be allowed for instrument connections.
5) Socket welded connections are not permitted for this fluid service.
6) Welds and cold bends are required to be stress relieved under the conditions in the following table.

Concentration NaOH vs. Temperature Requiring Stress Relief

Concentration (% NaOH) Temperature ( F)
0 180
20 160
30 140
50 115

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification
Required

Features

4-Carbon Steel (1), 5-Stainless Steel 304(L) (2), 6-Stainless Steel 316(L)
2) Material
(3), 7-Monel
3) Pressure Class 1-150, P-Pressure Rated
4) End Connection 1-Flanged, 3-Butt Weld
5) Type of Valve BL-Ball, CL-Lift Check, CT-Tilting Disk Check, GW-Solid Wedge Gate
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material A-Chromium (11-13%) (5), D-Stainless Steel, E-Monel

Features
Optional

A-Chromium (11-13%) (5), D-Stainless Steel, E-Monel, J-Teflon, P-

8) Seat Material
EPDM
9) Stem Material A-Chromium (11-13%) (5), D-Stainless Steel, E-Monel
10) Packing Material A-Graphite, B-Teflon, H-EPDM
11) Body Gasket A-Graphite, B-Teflon, H-EPDM
NOTES
1) ASTM A216WCB or A105
2) CF3, CF8, F304, or F304L
3) CF3M, CF8M, F316, F316L
4) Non-welded-end stainless steel valves pressure rating is based on the high carbon (non L) grade.
5) Limit Chromium (11 – 13%) to 100 F.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Carbon Steel Pipe PS-101B 0.031 50 120 Socket or Buttweld Runs
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Spiral Wound 125-250 Low Stress Style
Teflon Fill
NOTES
1) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
2) Material selection in this fluid service is critical and changes should be made with caution.
3) Flanged connections should be minimized and only used when required for component and equipment
connections.
4) Piping runs can utilize butt welded, socket welded, or threaded connections.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification
Required

Features

4-Carbon Steel (1), 5-Stainless Steel 304(L) (2), 6-Stainless Steel 316(L)
2) Material
(3), 7-Monel
3) Pressure Class 1-150, P-Pressure Rated
4) End Connection 1-Flanged , 3-Butt Weld
5) Type of Valve BL-Ball, CL-Lift Check, CT-Tilting Disk Check, GW-Solid Wedge Gate
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material A-Chromium (11-13%), D-Stainless Steel

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material A-Chromium (11-13%), D-Stainless Steel, J-Teflon

9) Stem Material A-Chromium (11-13%), D-Stainless Steel
10) Packing
A-Graphite, B-Teflon
Material
11) Body Gasket A-Graphite, B-Teflon
NOTES
1) ASTM A216WCB or A105
2) CF3, CF8, F304, or F304L
3) CF3M, CF8M, F316, F316L
4) Non welded end stainless steel valves pressure rating is based on the high carbon (non L) grade.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Stainless Steel PS-200D 0.08 195 200 (1) Use only low carbon (L grade)
material
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Spiral Wound 125-250 Low Stress Style
Teflon Fill
NOTES
1) Temperature limits are set to control corrosion.
2) Piping wall thickness should be examined on a periodic basis.
3) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
4) Material selection in this fluid service is critical and changes should be made with caution.
5) Flanged connections should be minimized and only used when required for component and equipment
connections.
6) Threaded connections should only be allowed for instrument connections.
7) Socket welded connections are not permitted for this fluid service.
8) Corrosion evaluated materials are recommended for this fluid service.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Specification

Standard
Required

Features

2) Material 5-Stainless Steel 304(L) (1), 6-Stainless Steel 316(L) (2)

3) Pressure Class 1-150
4) End Connection 1-Flanged , 3-Butt Weld
5) Type of Valve BL-Ball, CB-Ball Check, CL-Lift Check, GW-Solid Wedge Gate
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material D-Stainless Steel,

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material D-Stainless Steel, J-Teflon, O-Viton

9) Stem Material D-Stainless Steel
10) Packing Material A-Graphite
11) Body Gasket A-Graphite, B-Teflon, G-Viton
NOTES
1) CF3, CF8, F304, or F304L
2) CF3M, CF8M, F316, F316L

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Stainless Steel PS-200D 0.08 230 100 (1) Use only low carbon (L grade)
material
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Spiral Wound 125-250 Low Stress Style
Teflon Fill
NOTES
1) Temperature limits are set to control corrosion.
2) Piping wall thickness should be examined on a periodic basis.
3) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
4) Material selection in this fluid service is critical and changes should be made with caution.
5) Flanged connections should be minimized and only used when required for component and equipment
connections.
6) Threaded connections should only be allowed for instrument connections.
7) Socket welded connections are not permitted for this fluid service.
8) Corrosion evaluated materials are recommended for this fluid service

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Specification

Standard
Required

Features

2) Material 5-Stainless Steel 304(L) (1), 6-Stainless Steel 316(L) (2)

3) Pressure Class 1-150
4) End Connection 1-Flanged (8), 3-Butt Weld
5) Type of Valve BL-Ball, CB-Ball Check, CL-Lift Check, GW-Solid Wedge Gate
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material D-Stainless Steel,

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material D-Stainless Steel, J-Teflon, O-Viton

9) Stem Material D-Stainless Steel
10) Packing
A-Graphite
Material
11) Body Gasket A-Graphite, B-Teflon, G-Viton
NOTES
1) F304L
2) F316L

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Stainless Steel PS-200 0.00 100 See P-spec
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Spiral Wound/Teflon Fill 125-250 Style Low Stress (LS)
NOTES
1) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
2) Material selection in this fluid service is critical and changes should be made with caution.
3) Flanged connections should be minimized and only used when required for component and equipment
connections.
4) Threaded connections should only be allowed for instrument connections.
5) The minimum temperature may govern the design of this piping system and require impact testing for certain
material and welding procedures.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification
Required

Features

2) Material 5-Stainless Steel 304(L ) (1)

3) Pressure Class 1-150, P-Pressure Rated
4) End Connection 1-Flanged , 3-Butt Weld
BL-Ball, CB-Ball Check, CL-Lift Check, CS-Swing Check, DV-Diaphragm,
5) Type of Valve
GW-Solid Wedge Gate
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material D-Stainless Steel,

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material D-Stainless Steel, J-Teflon, O-Viton

9) Stem Material D-Stainless Steel
10) Packing
A-Graphite
Material
11) Body Gasket A-Graphite, B-Teflon, G-Viton
NOTES
1) CF3, CF8, F304, or F304L

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Stainless Steel PS-201B 0.03 100 125 (1)
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Spiral Wound/Teflon Fill 125-250 Style Low Stress (LS)
NOTES
1) Temperature limits are set to control corrosion.
2) Piping wall thickness should be examined on a periodic basis.
3) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
4) Material selection in this fluid service is critical and changes should be made with caution.
5) Flanged connections should be minimized and only used when required for component and equipment
connections.
6) Threaded connections should only be allowed for instrument connections.
7) Socket welded connections are not permitted for this fluid service.
8) Corrosion evaluation of the materials is recommended of this fluid service.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification
Required

Features

2) Material 6-Stainless Steel 316(L) (1), 8-Alloy 20

3) Pressure Class 1-150, P-Pressure Rated
4) End Connection 1-Flanged , 3-Butt Weld
BL-Ball, CB-Ball Check, CL-Lift Check, CS-Swing Check, DV-Diaphragm,
5) Type of Valve
GW-Solid Wedge Gate
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material D-Stainless Steel, F-Alloy 20

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material D-Stainless Steel, F-Alloy 20, J-Teflon, O-Viton

9) Stem Material D-Stainless Steel, F-Alloy 20
10) Packing
A-Graphite
Material
11) Body Gasket A-Graphite, B-Teflon, G-Viton
NOTES
1) CF8, CF8M, F316, F316L

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Stainless Steel PS-201B 0.03 100 See P-spec
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Spiral Wound/Teflon Fill 125-250 Style Low Stress (LS)
NOTES
1) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
2) Material selection in this fluid service is critical and changes should be made with caution.
3) Components with ferrous materials shall not be used in this fluid service.
4) Components and piping in this system shall be cleaned prior to start up. See Appendix K for cleaning guidance.
5) Flanged connections should be minimized and only used when required for component and equipment
connections.
6) Threaded connections should only be allowed for instrument connections.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification
Required

Features

2) Material 6-Stainless Steel 316(L ) (1)

3) Pressure Class 1-150, P-Pressure Rated
4) End Connection 1-Flanged, 3-Butt Weld
BL-Ball, CB-Ball Check, CL-Lift Check, CS-Swing Check, DV-Diaphragm,
5) Type of Valve
GW-Solid Wedge Gate
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material D-Stainless Steel,

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material D-Stainless Steel, J-Teflon, O-Viton

9) Stem Material D-Stainless Steel
10) Packing
A-Graphite
Material
11) Body Gasket A-Graphite, B-Teflon, G-Viton
NOTES
1) CF8, CF8M, F316, F316L

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Copper Tube PS-403 0 400 See P-Spec Braze all connections
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
EPDM 250-500 For Full Face Applications ≤ 100 psi, -20 F minimum temp.
NOTES
1) Full face gaskets are required for flat face flanges.
2) Flanges should only be used for fit-up flanged components in copper piping systems
3) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
4) There are many suitable materials for this fluid service. The selections below are strictly for guidance.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification
Required

Features

2) Material 1-Brass
3) Pressure Class 2-300
4) End Connection 6-Solder (Brazed), 9-Compression
BL-Ball, CB-Ball Check, CP-Poppet Check, TN-Needle Globe, TS-
5) Type of Valve
Standard Globe, V3-Three Way Valve (1)
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material H-Brass,

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material D-Stainless Steel, H-Brass, J-Teflon

9) Stem Material D-Stainless Steel, H-Brass
10) Packing
A-Graphite, B-Teflon
Material
11) Body Gasket A-Graphite, B-Teflon
NOTES
1) Specify port requirement

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Carbon Steel PS-102C 0.0625 285 See P-spec
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Spiral 125-250 Style Low Stress (LS)
Wound/Graphite Fill
NOTES
1) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
2) Piping runs can utilize butt welded, socket welded, or threaded connections.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification
Required

Features

2) Material 4-Carbon Steel (1)

3) Pressure Class 1-150
4) End Connection 1-Flanged, 2-Socket Weld, 3-Butt Weld, 4-Threaded
BL-Ball, CL-Lit Check, CS-Swing Check, GF-Flex/Split Wedge Gate, TS-
5) Type of Valve
Standard Globe
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material A-Chromium (11-13%)

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material A-Chromium (11-13%), B-Stellite (Hard Face)

9) Stem Material A-Chromium (11-13%)
10) Packing
A-Graphite
Material
11) Body Gasket A-Graphite
NOTES
1) ASTM A216WCB or A105

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional
Allowance Pressure Temperature Requirements
(in) (psi) ( F)
Carbon Steel PS-103C 0.0625 600 See P-spec
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Spiral Wound/Graphite Fill 125-250 Style Low Stress (LS)
NOTES
1) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
2) Piping runs can utilize butt welded, socket welded, or threaded connections.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification
Required

Features

2) Material 4-Carbon Steel (1)

3) Pressure Class 1-150
4) End Connection 1-Flanged, 2-Socket Weld, 3-Butt Weld, 4-Threaded
BL-Ball, CL-Lift Check, CS-Swing Check, GF-Flex/Split Wedge Gate, TS-
5) Type of Valve
Standard Globe
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material A-Chromium (11-13%)

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material A-Chromium (11-13%), B-Stellite (Hard Face)

9) Stem Material A-Chromium (11-13%)
10) Packing
A-Graphite
Material
11) Body Gasket A-Graphite
NOTES
1) ASTM A216WCB or A105

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional
Allowance Pressure Temperature Requirements
(in) (psi) ( F)
Hastelloy C-276 PS-300D 0.095 100 150 (1)
Alloy 20 PS-302D 0.07 100 150 (1)
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Spiral Wound/Teflon Fill 125-250 Style Low Stress (LS)
NOTES
1) Temperature limits are set to control corrosion.
2) Piping wall thickness should be examined on a periodic basis.
3) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
4) Material selection in this fluid service is critical and changes should be made with caution.
5) Flanged connections should be minimized and only used when required for component and equipment
connections.
6) Threaded connections should only be allowed for instrument connections.
7) Socket welded connections are not permitted for this fluid service.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification
Required

Features

2) Material 8-Alloy 20, 9-Hastelloy

3) Pressure Class 1-150, P-Pressure Rated
4) End Connection 1-Flanged , 3-Butt Weld
BL-Ball, CB-Ball Check, CL-Lift Check, CS-Swing Check, DV-Diaphragm,
5) Type of Valve
GW-Solid Wedge Gate
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material F-Alloy 20, G-Hastelloy

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material F-Alloy 20, G-Hastelloy, O-Viton

9) Stem Material F-Alloy 20, G-Hastelloy
10) Packing
A-Graphite, B-Teflon, G-Viton
Material
11) Body Gasket A-Graphite, B-Teflon, G-Viton
NOTES

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Carbon Steel PS-101D 0.125 100 100 (1) 3 FPS>Fluid Velocity>1 FPS
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Spiral Wound/Teflon Fill 125-250 Style Low Stress (LS)
NOTES
1) Temperature limits are set to control corrosion.
2) Piping wall thickness should be examined on a periodic basis.
3) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
4) Material selection in this fluid service is critical and changes should be made with caution.
5) Flanged connections should be minimized and only used when required for component and equipment
connections.
6) Threaded connections should only be allowed for instrument connections.
7) Socket welded connections are not permitted for this fluid service.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification
Required

Features

2) Material 4, Carbon Steel (1), 8-Alloy 20, 9-Hastelloy

3) Pressure Class 1-150, P-Pressure Rated
4) End Connection 1-Flanged, 3-Butt Weld
BL-Ball, CB-Ball Check, CL-Lift Check, CS-Swing Check, DV-Diaphragm,
5) Type of Valve
GW-Solid Wedge Gate
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material F-Alloy 20, G-Hastelloy

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material F-Alloy 20, G-Hastelloy, O-Viton

9) Stem Material F-Alloy 20, G-Hastelloy
10) Packing
A-Graphite, B-Teflon, G-Viton
Material
11) Body Gasket A-Graphite, B-Teflon, G-Viton
NOTES
1) ASTM A216WCB or A105

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Fluid Service: Water (DI) Page 1 of 1 Revision: 0 Date: 3/16/09

GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Stainless Steel Pipe PS-200B 0.03 230 See P-Spec
PVC PS-500 0 150 See P-Spec For Laboratory Applications (3)
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Reinforced Teflon 125-250
EPDM 250-500 For Full Face Applications ≤ 100 psi
NOTES
1) Use only full face gaskets with flat face flanges.
2) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
3) To ensure purity of DI water for chemical metallurgical research, all wetted parts of the piping system, including
components, must be non-metallic. The use of non-metallic valves would require the qualification of unlisted
components.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification
Required

Features

2) Material 5-Stainless Steel (1), 6-Stainless Steel (2)

3) Pressure Class 1-150, P-Pressure Rated
4) End Connection 1-Flanged, 2-Socket Weld, 3-Butt Weld, 4-Threaded
BL-Ball, CB-Ball Check, GW-Solid Wedge Gate, TN-Needle Globe, TS-
5) Type of Valve
Standard Globe
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material A-Chromium (11-13%), C-Bronze, D-Stainless Steel, O-Viton, P-EPDM

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material A-Chromium (11-13%), D-Stainless Steel, O-Viton, P-EPDM

9) Stem Material A-Chromium (11-13%), B-Carbon Steel, C-Bronze, D-Stainless Steel
10) Packing
A-Graphite, B-Teflon, D-Nylon, G-Viton, H-EPDM
Material
11) Body Gasket B-Teflon, D-Nylon, G-Viton, H-EPDM
NOTES
1) CF3, CF8, F304, or F304L
2) CF8, CF8M, F316, F316L

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Carbon Steel PS-101B 0.031 200 See P-Spec
PVC PS-903 0 150 See P-Spec For Buried Applications
PVC PS-500 0 200 See P-Spec
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Reinforced Teflon 125-250
EPDM 250-500 For Full Face Applications ≤ 100 psi.
NOTES
1) Use only Full Face gaskets with Flat Face Flanges.
2) Gaskets in push-on joints should be per the piping manufacturers standard.
3) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.

There are many suitable materials for this fluid service. Selections may be based on owner preference

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Stainless Steel Pipe PS-200A 0.0 200 See P-Spec
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Spiral Wound/Graphite Fill 125-250
NOTES
1) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
2) Material selection in this fluid service is critical and changes should be made with caution.
3) Flanged connections should be minimized and only used when required for component and equipment
connections.
4) Threaded connections should only be allowed for instrument connections.
5) Socket welded connections are not permitted for this fluid service.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.
Feature Feature Specifications
1) Acceptable
CV Code Valve
Standard
Specification
Required

Features

2) Material 5-Stainless Steel 304/304L (1), 6-Stainless Steel 316/316L (2)

3) Pressure Class 0-125, 1-150, P-Pressure Rated
4) End Connection 1-Flanged (4), 3-Butt Weld
BL-Ball, CB-Ball Check, CL-Lift Check, CS-Swing Check, GW-Solid Wedge
5) Type of Valve
Gate, TS-Standard Globe
6) Valve Size Specified as shown in the Example Valve ID Number by NPS
Specification

7) Disc Material D-Stainless Steel

Features
Optional

8) Seat Material D-Stainless Steel, R-UHMWPE

9) Stem Material D-Stainless
10) Packing
A-Graphite, R -UHMWPE
Material
11) Body Gasket A-Graphite, R-UHMWPE
NOTES
1) CF3, CF8, F304, or F304L
2) CF8, CF8M, F316, F316L

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Carbon Steel Pipe PS-101B 0.031 285 See P-Spec Cement Lined (1)
PVC PS-903 0 150 See P-Spec For buried applications
PVC PS-500 0 150 100
CPVC PS-501 0 150 See P-Spec
GASKET
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Reinforced Teflon 125-250 Carbon steel piping systems
EPDM 250-500 For Full Face Applications ≤ 100 psi.
NOTES
1) Cement Lining should be per AWWA C205
2) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
3) Gaskets in push-on joins should be per the piping manufacturer’s standard.
5) No wetted parts should be composed of copper or alloys that are high in copper content.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.

There are many suitable materials for this fluid service. Selections may be based on owner preference

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Material P-Spec Corrosion Max Max Additional Requirements
Allowance Pressure Temperature
(in) (psi) ( F)
Carbon Steel Pipe PS-101C 0.063 285 See P-Spec
PVC PS-903 0 150 See P-Spec For buried applications
PVC PS-500 0 150 100
CPVC PS-501 0 150 See P-Spec
GASKETS
Material Flange Face Finish Additional Requirements
Reinforced Teflon 125-250 Carbon steel piping systems
EPDM 250-500 For Full Face Applications ≤ 100 psi.
NOTES
1) Use only full face gaskets with flat face flanges.
2) See Appendix C for Pressure-Temperature Rating of Gaskets.
3) Gaskets in push-on joins should be per the piping manufacturer’s standard.

VALVES
The valve ID numbering system is defined in Appendix D.

There are many suitable materials for this fluid service. Selections may be based on owner preference

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APPENDIX C – MATERIALS SELECTION

This appendix contains information on selecting gaskets and materials for pipe, fittings, valve bodies, and
packing. There are many factors that influence the proper selection of a material. These factors include
the pressure/temperature rating of the piping system and gasket material compatibility with the fluid
service. The following general guidance is provided for material selection.
The following information provides a general description of some common materials and the service
where they might be used. This information is not definitive or all-inclusive. For severe fluid services,
additional research on material acceptability is required, and in all cases the final responsibility of material
selection resides with the cognizant engineering organization.

Gaskets
The gaskets listed in Table 1 are the most commonly used gasket materials at the LANL. Other gasket
materials are used in special applications. The use of these other gasket materials is acceptable when
properly rated for pressure, temperature and compatibility with the fluid service.
Gaskets must be able to:
a) Maintain integrity during handling and installation.
b) Be sufficiently deformable to flow into imperfections on the seating surfaces to create an
initial seal.
c) Have sufficient strength to resist crushing under the applied load and defy rupture under
pressure.
d) Chemically resist fluid under all temperatures and pressures.
e) Be strong enough to maintain the seal, tough enough to withstand creep relaxation, and
resilient enough to provide recovery during normal operation including thermal cycling
and vibration.
f) Never promote corrosion of the seating surface.
g) Be impermeable to the fluid being handled.
h) Be sufficiently resistant to radiation, if present, to perform its function.
Guidance for selection of gaskets in specific fluid services is provided in Appendix B “Fluid Service
Sheets.”
Refer to Table 1 for the pressure/temperature rating of some commonly used gasket materials. Refer to
Appendix E for torquing requirements.
Table 1 - Gasket Material Pressure/Temperature Ratings
Maximum Minimum Maximum
Gasket Material Comments
Pressure Temperature Temperature
Nitrile (NBR, Buna-N) 150 psi -20°F 250°F
Neoprene (35 IRHD, 60 IRHD, 75 IRHD) 150 psi -20°F 212°F
EPDM (70 IRHD) 150 psi -20°F 350°F
Graphite 2000 psi -300°F 850°F Note 1
Viton (60 IRHD, 80 IRHD) 150 psi -20°F 392°F
Reinforced Teflon 800 psi -350°F 550°F Note 2
NBR/Synthetic Fiber (Inorganic Fiber) 1200 psi -40°F 550°F
EPDM/Aramid Fiber 1200 psi -40°F 550°F Note 3
NBR/Aramid Fiber 1000 psi -40°F 550°F Note 3
SBR/Aramid Fiber 1200 psi -40°F 550°F Note 3
Spiral Wound - Teflon Class 2500 -350°F 500°F
Spiral Wound - Graphite Class 2500 -300°F 850°F

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General Notes:
A. Non-Spiral Wound Gaskets should be specified in thicknesses of either 1/16” or 1/8”. The thinner
(1/16”) is preferred.
B. Pressure and temperature ratings are generic based on available manufacturer’s data. Refer to
the Garlock catalog, the Lamons catalog, and the Flexitallic catalog. Specific ratings for these
and other company products may vary, and cautions should be exercised when specifying
gaskets close to the limiting conditions. Gaskets with pressure and temperature ratings higher
than those identified above are available, and should be specified on a case-by-case basis. Other
gasket materials may be available and more suitable for some services. The ESM Pressure
Safety Point-of-Contact can provide information to the specifying engineer in some cases.
C. Virgin Teflon material exhibits poor cold flow and creep properties for gaskets, and the use of
gaskets made from un-reinforced Teflon should be avoided. Reinforced Teflon is a Teflon
material in which some fiber, weave, braid, etc. is mixed or sandwiched in the Teflon to provide
better strength and cold flow properties.
D. Effects of ionizing radiation must be considered in radioactive services or environments.
a. A general rule for elastomers used for sealing is that an accumulated radiation dose
of 106 rads represents the point at which elastomers may be losing their ability to
maintain a seal, particularly in a dynamic application where resiliency is required.
Radioactive gas (e.g., tritium) that can diffuse into seal materials can accelerate
damage rates.
b. Materials containing polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) or trade name TeflonTM have
significantly lower thresholds to radiation damage. A dosage of 1.7 x 104 rads
causes substantial damage. Common trade and commercial names of PTFE-like
materials include: Algoflon, Duroid, Fluon, Fluorocomp, Gortex, Halon TFE, Kalrez
perfluoroelastomer, Kel-F polychlorotrifluoroethylene, Neoflon, Polycomp, Polyflon
and Teflon.
c. When radiation exposure can be adequately predicted and controlled below
threshold damage levels, select a polymer based on expected environmental
conditions including dose. Polymers with relatively higher radiation resistance
include Vespel polyimide, Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE),
Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM), and PEEK (Polyetheretheracetone).

Specific Notes:
1) Graphite gasket material may be suitable for much higher pressures and temperatures depending
on the specific fluid service (i.e. chemical properties of the service fluid). Consult the ESM
Pressure Safety Point-of-Contact for specifics.
2) Reinforced Teflon may be suitable for higher pressures and/or lower temperatures depending on
the formulation of the Teflon and the reinforcement material used.
3) Use of aramid fiber gasketing should be avoided in steam service.
4) Metal reinforced Teflon is limited to 392°F.
5) PTFE and RTFE shall not be used in High Level Waste Transfer Systems or similar system in
which high dose will damage the material and changeout is difficult.

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General Guidance - Non-metals

The following is a brief description of some of the common types of seating and packing materials, and
their general use.
PTFE

Virgin Teflon polymer. PTFE has good temperature, chemical, and anti-friction
properties. It is inert to most chemical attack, but is affected by liquid alkalis, fluorine,
and radiation. It can cold flow under high stress. Maximum 1 x 104 RADS lifetime dose.
PTFE shall not be used in High Level Waste Transfer Systems.
RTFE

Reinforced Teflon - PTFE reinforced with added fillers, usually fiberglass. The filler
provides a higher resistance to cold flow, and allows larger application range. There is a
slight increase in friction. Maximum 1 x 104 RADS lifetime dose. RTFE shall not be used
in High Level Waste Transfer Systems.
UHMWP

Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene. UHMWP is a thermoplastic polymer with

exceptionally high notched impact strength, and resistance to stress cracking and
abrasion. It has good resistance to most chemicals, but is not recommended for strong
acids and organic solvents. It offers higher resistance to radiation than PTFE. Maximum
2 x 107 RADS lifetime dose.

TEFZEL

TEFZEL fluoropolymer is a thermoplastic in the same family as PTFE, but is more

radiation resistant. Maximum 2 x 107 RADS lifetime dose.
PEEK

Polyetheretherketone offers increased steam handling capabilities, and have generally

higher the temperature ratings. It has good corrosion resistance, and excellent
resistance to radiation. Maximum 1 x 109 RADS lifetime dose.
FEP

A melt-processable PTFE with essentially those same properties.

DELRIN

DELRIN is another polymer that is used at higher pressures, and also has higher
resistance to radiation than PTFE. Maximum 1 x 106 RADS lifetime dose.
NITRILE (NBR, BUNA-N)

Used for low aromatic petroleum solvents, fuels and oils, water, air, and inactive gases.
VITON

Used in high aromatic and halogenated solvents and fuels. Also used in low pressure
steam and strong mineral acids.
EPDM

Used for resistance to ozone, weathering, and heat. It has poor resistance to oils,
hydrocarbons, alcohols, and radiation.

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General Guidance - Metals

The following is a brief description of some of the common metals used in valve construction, and their
general use.
CAST IRONS

Generally used in low hazard services (e.g. water or oil). Cast irons have a low cost and
are readily available. Disadvantages - no weld end valves, generally poor corrosion
resistance, and code limitations.
BRONZE

Generally used in low hazard services (e.g. water or oil). Bronze alloys have a low cost
and are readily available. They can have better corrosion resistance than Carbon Steel
in some water services. Disadvantages - limited welding.
CARBON STEEL

Carbon steels are the standard selection for many services where corrosion resistance is
not critical. It has a relatively low cost and is readily available. Disadvantages - generally
poor corrosion resistance.

TYPE 304(L)

SS Austenitic stainless steels are used for their high resistance to oxidation and
sulfidation, and where general resistance to corrosion is desired. They are also used
widely for cryogenic services. Disadvantages - susceptibility to certain specific corrosion
processes (e.g. stress corrosion cracking and intergranular corrosion) in certain media.
Type 304(L) is generally a special order valve material, and has been replaced as the
“standard” stainless steel material with type 316(L).
TYPE 316(L)

SS Austenitic stainless steels are used for their high resistance to oxidation and
sulfidation, and where general resistance to corrosion is desired. They are also used
widely for cryogenic services. Type 316(L) has a better resistance to attack by reducing
agents, and lower susceptibility to pitting than type 304(L). Disadvantages - susceptibility
to certain specific corrosion processes (e.g. stress corrosion cracking and intergranular
corrosion) in certain media.
ALLOY 20

Alloy 20 was developed to provide resistance to sulfuric acid over a wide range of
concentrations and temperatures. It has good corrosion resistance to other media as
well, and is widely used for handling caustic soda, organic acids, chlorinated
hydrocarbons, sludge acids, etc. Disadvantage -- cost.
MONEL

Monel provides excellent resistance to sea water, and good resistance to aqueous sulfide
and caustic. It is resistant to chloride stress corrosion cracking. It is widely used for
handling alkalis, salt water, organic intermediates, and many air-free acids.
Disadvantages -- poor resistance to sulfidation above 400°F, and embrittled by sulfur and
heavy metals at low concentrations during welding or heating. Corroded rapidly by
ammonia and compounds.

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INCONEL

Inconel is generally used for handling corrosive media at elevated temperatures. It

provides good general corrosion and oxidation resistance, good elevated temperature
strength, good resistance to chloride stress corrosion cracking, and excellent corrosion
resistance to caustic. Disadvantages - poor sulfidation resistance above 1000°F creates
working and welding problems, vulnerable to sensitization and intergranular cracking in
some services, and cost.
HASTELLOY B/B2

Hastelloy B provides good resistance to reducing atmospheres at elevated temperatures,

and is very resistant to stress corrosion cracking. It is also used for handling hydrochloric
acid vapor and varied concentrations of hot sulfuric, hydrochloric, and phosphoric acids.
Disadvantages - cost, availability, sensitizes, and can be vulnerable to intergranular
corrosion in many services.
HASTELLOY C/C276

Hastalloy C provides good resistance to hypo-chlorites and other solutions containing

free chlorine in considerable concentrations. It is also used for handling both oxidizing
and reducing chemicals, and is very resistant to stress corrosion cracking.
Disadvantages–cost,availability.

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APPENDIX D – VALVE SELECTION GUIDE

Introduction
This Appendix addresses proper selection and specification of manual valves and check valves
for use in ASME B31.3 systems. This information may be used for guidance in the selection of
valves for use in services covered by other piping codes at the discretion of the cognizant
engineer. This Appendix does not give absolute direction for the selection of specific valves for
specific services. Final selection of a valve and determination of acceptability must be made by
the appropriate engineering organization.
Initial selection of valves for any process or service is an engineering decision. Consideration
should be given to the required materials of manufacture (body, seats, stem, packing, etc.), type
of valve required, fluid sealing requirements, flow throttling requirements, potential transient
concerns, etc. Selection of different types of valves can result in extremely different system
response to valve action.

References

ASME B31.3, Process Piping

ASME B31.1, Power Piping
Lyons’ Valve Designer’s Handbook, 1982, by Jerry L. Lyons
Valve Selection Handbook, 2nd edition, by R. W. Zappe

Acronyms and Definitions

The following acronyms and definitions are applicable to this Guide. They may either appear in
this Guide, or in various vendor valve catalogs. Understanding of these acronyms and what they
mean may be necessary to proper valve selection.
ASME: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
API: The American Petroleum Institute.
MSS: The Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valves and Fittings Industry, Inc.
AWWA: The American Water Works Association
CWP: Cold Working Pressure. Refers to the ambient temperature rating of a valve that is
normally understood to be -20°F to 100°F. May also be identified as:
WOG (Water, Oil, Gas pressure)
WO (Water, Oil pressure)
OWG (Oil, Water, Gas pressure)
GLP (Gas, Liquid pressure)
WWP (Working Water Pressure)
W (Water pressure).
These markings are typically applied to Bronze and Iron valves. Refer to the applicable standard
governing the manufacture for more details on the pressure rating.
SWP: Steam Working Pressure. Usually the high temperature rating and may relate to the
maximum saturation pressure/temperature that the valve is rated for. May also be identified as:

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WSP (Wet Steam Pressure)

SP (Steam Pressure)
S (Steam pressure)
These markings are typically applied to Bronze and Iron valves. Refer to the applicable standard
governing the manufacture for more details on the pressure rating.
Class: This refers to the pressure/temperature rating of the valve (e.g. Class 150 which is
sometimes incorrectly referred to as 150 lb.) per the applicable standard of manufacture, some of
which are identified in Table D-1.
Cv: The flow coefficient sometime identified for valve flow/pressure loss. This value equates to
the flow in GPM at 1 psi differential pressure across the valve using 60°F water.

Required National Codes/Standards Conformance

When used in ASME B31.3 systems, valves are required to be manufactured and tested in
accordance with listed standards or they must be qualified as “unlisted” components. Other
national consensus standards for piping systems have similar requirements. Table D-1 identifies
the standards related to valve manufacture that are accepted as “listed” standards for use in
ASME B31.3 systems. Valves that do not conform to one of these standards may be used
provided that the ASME B31.3 requirements for qualification of unlisted components is met (refer
to paragraph 304.7.2 of ASME B31.3).
Table D-1 Standards for Valves
Standard Title
ASME B16.34 Valves - Flanged, Threaded, and Welding End
API 594 Wafer Check Valves
API 599 Steel and Ductile Iron Plug Valves
API 600 Steel Gate Valves, Flanged and Buttwelding Ends
API 602 Compact Steel Gate Valves
API 603 Class 150 Cast, Corrosion-Resistant, Flanged-End Gate Valves
API 608 Metal Ball valves - Flanged and Buttwelding Ends
API 609 Butterfly Valves, Lug-Type and Wafer-Type
AWWA C500 Gate Valves, 3 inch through 48 inch, for Water and Sewage Systems
AWWA C504 Rubber Seated Butterfly Valves
MSS SP-42 (Note 1) Class 150 Corrosion Resistant Gate, Globe, Angle and Check Valves with
Flanged and Butt Weld Ends
MSS SP-67 (Note 1) Butterfly Valves
MSS SP-70 Cast Iron Gate Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends
MSS SP-71 Cast Iron Swing Check Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends
MSS SP-72 Ball Valves with Flanged or Butt-Welding Ends for general Service
MSS SP-80 Bronze Gate, Globe, Angle and Check Valves
MSS SP-81 Stainless Steel, Bonnetless, Flanged Knife Gate Valves
MSS SP-85 Cast Iron Globe & Angle Valves Flanged and Threaded Ends
MSS SP-88 Diaphragm Type Valves
Note 1: These valves are acceptable even though not listed in Table 326.1 of ASME B31.3. They are listed in Table 126.1 of ASME B31.1.
The additional requirements of ASME B31.1 must be met in that “only valves designed such that the valve stem is retained by an assembly which
functions independently of the stem seal retainer shall be used” (refer to paragraph 107.1(D) of ASME B31.1).

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Selection of Valve Type

One of the principal decisions in valve selection is valve type. Selection of the proper valve type
should be based on service experience that demonstrates a particular valve type performs well in
a particular service. Manufacturers and operating facilities are good sources of information in this
respect. Some general guidance for selection of valve type is provided herein, and is available
from various reference materials. Table D-2 provides some general service descriptions and the
type of valve commonly selected for those services as indicated in Reference Lyons. Table D-3
provides similar information as identified in Reference Zappe. This information should not be
viewed as absolute, nor is it intended to exclude certain types of valves from any services.
Decisions of this nature are left to the cognizant engineer. Manufacturer’s recommendations may
be very helpful in this regard as well.
Table D-2 Valve Selection

Service Description of Service Recommended Valve

Contamination Control of fluids which may cause Ball, Gate, Globe, or Pinch
contamination buildup, a valve with
minimum obstruction to flow is needed
High Pressure Control of flow at high pressures - Ball or Globe, Poppet Valves are
selection of a valve to be used in a high occasionally used
pressure application, particularly
pneumatic, should be approached with
caution
High Temperature Control of flow at high temperatures Ball or Globe, Poppet Valves are
occasionally used
Low Leakage Control of flow with very low seat Ball, Gate, Globe, or Plug
leakage in the closed position
Shutoff Normal on-off control Ball, Gate, Globe, or Plug - Ball and
Plug Valves normally operate faster
Steam Service Control of steam under pressure Ball or Globe
Throttling Control the amount of flow by varying Globe - Ball and gate valves tend to
the valve position vibrate under flow, and erosion is a
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Table D-3 Valve Selection

Valve Type Mode of Flow Regulation Fluid
Solids in Suspension
Free of
On-Off Throttling Diverting Non- Abrasive Sticky Sanitary
Solid
Abrasive
Globe Straight Pattern Yes Yes Yes
Angle Pattern Yes Yes Yes Special Special
Oblique Pattern Yes Yes Yes Special
Multi-Port Yes Yes
Piston Yes Yes Yes Yes
Parallel Gate Conventional Yes Yes
Conduit Yes Yes Yes Yes
Knife Yes Special Yes Yes Yes
Wedge Gate With bottom Cavity Yes Yes
Without Bottom Yes Moderate Yes Yes
Cavity (rubber
seated)
Plug Non-lubricated Yes Moderate Yes Yes Yes
Lubricated Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Eccentric Plug Yes Moderate Yes Yes Yes Yes
Lift Plug Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Ball --- Yes Moderate Yes Yes Yes
Butterfly --- Yes Yes Special Yes Yes Yes
Pinch --- Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Diaphragm Weir Type Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Straight Through Yes Moderate Yes Yes Yes Yes

Additional information on some of the more common valve types is provided in the following
paragraphs. Typical applications and some common problems that may be helpful in the
selection of the proper valve are discussed, as well as a brief description of some common valve
types. Other valve types such as pinch valves, and diaphragm valves are less common, and thus
not described. However, these types of valves may be selected at the discretion of the cognizant
engineer.

Gate Valves

Gate valves are the most common type of valve used in industrial
applications. It functions by inserting a disc across the flow path. Gate
valves may be used in systems where flow direction varies and can be
reversed as this valve type is “bi-directional,” i.e. valve operation and
flow characteristics are the same for either direction of flow. Gate valves
should be used in the wide open or fully closed position only, as this
valve type is usually not suitable for throttling service. Having very little
resistance to flow, it is ideal for conditions where the pressure drop is
critical.
Some examples of available disc designs for gate valves are shown in
the following figure. All of the disc designs are used for the same type
services, except that the solid wedge disc designs are not suited for
applications with large variations in temperatures. Note that the “double
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Some of the disadvantages of a gate valve are as follows:

1) The full stem travel requires many turns of a handwheel and many more turns when fitted
with gearing.
2) Due to the long stroke and the outside appurtenances necessary to accommodate this
stroke, a longer space envelope (over-all length) is required.
3) Body seat surfaces for gate valves are more difficult to machine or refinish.
4) Very little or slow movement of the disc near the full closed position causes high velocity
flow, resulting in galling of the sliding parts and scoring of the seating surfaces (often
called “wire drawing”).
5) Solid wedge type gate valves have a generic problem called “thermal binding.” This
condition occurs when a valve is closed tightly while the high temperature system it is
located in is still in operation. Subsequently, the system is shut down, and cooldown
takes place. Because of the internal design of a wedge gate valve, the seats move
inward at an amount greater than the wedge shrinkage occurring during cooldown. The
difference in thermal contraction can bind the wedge tight enough so that it cannot be
reopened until the system temperature is raised enough to reheat the valve.
6) Solid wedge gate valves in systems where severe temperature changes occur are also
subject to excessive seat leakage due to changes in angular relationship between the
wedge and the seat faces due to pipe loads exerted on the valve ends.
7) Metal-seated gate valves should not be used for air or gas service because they do not
have the bubble-tight closure necessary for these services.

Globe Valves

Globe valves are also very commonly used in industrial applications. The
globe valve controls flow by lifting or lowering a circular disc on a seat
designed to accept the contour of the disc. Globe valves are commonly used
as throttling valves as well as stop valves. The throttling capability of the valve
is very dependent on the design of the disc. In most cases, discs furnished
are of the “quick-opening” or “semi-throttle” designs, which do not provide for
very accurate throttling. If additional throttling is required, other disc forms are
available on special order, such as the “linear” and “equal percentage”
designs, which provide much better throttling characteristics. These
characteristics of the valve operation may be important if the valve is required
for throttling service. Globe valves can be used in gas applications and
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typical globe valves disc designs are shown in the following figure. Note that the V-Port type Plug
Disc is usually intended for fine throttling applications, and the other discs fall into the quick-
opening or semi-throttle category.
The globe valve has
historically been used
primarily for throttling
service. In some
cases where system
flow can reverse, the
globe valve has been
used as a stop valve
(where the pressure is
acting on top of the
disc and tending to
force the valve closed). Small globe valves 2 inches and smaller may be used as stop valves
because the force under the disc is within the capability of the stem threads to keep the valve
closed. In throttling service (being partially opened the majority of the time), the valves must be
equipped with deep stuffing boxes, and the disc should be guided along full travel.
Additionally, globe valves are used for services requiring frequent operation and positive shutoff.
The maximum differential pressure across the valve should not exceed 20 percent of the
upstream line pressure and never exceed 200 psi, unless a special trim and disc design is
provided by the manufacturer.
Small globe valves can be used as piping or equipment high point vent or low point drain
connections as well as root valves for instrument pressure connections. Globe valves with
special trim are used for blowoff or blowdown system applications.

Globe valves are available in various body configurations. Some advantages of these different
configurations are:
1) Tee Pattern (standard): When severe throttling is required as in a bypass line around a
control valve where pressure drop is not a concern. This pattern has the lowest Cv.
2) Wye Pattern: When valve is normally wide open and throttling during seasonal or startup
operations is required. This valve type has very little resistance to flow and can be
“cracked open” for long periods without severe erosion.
3) Angle Pattern: Similar in application to the wye pattern globe with a slightly lower Cv. A
particularly good selection for systems that have periods of pulsating flow because this
valve configuration adequately handles the “slugging” effect inherent with this type of
flow.

Butterfly Valves
The butterfly valve (also called a trunnion valve) is a quarter turn valve that
rotates a disc in the flow stream. These valves were originally intended to be
lightweight, non-leaktight seating dampers. Many varieties of this valve are
still intended for this “non-leaktight sealing” service, however design
improvements in high performance butterfly valves have produced some
which are acceptable for high pressure, high temperature service with bubble
tight closure.
Butterfly valves are generally used as stop valves for throttling purposes in
water systems. In particular large diameter piping systems of ANSI Classes

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150 and 300 with resilient seating materials and much higher class ratings for metal seating
materials are poorly suited for stop valve service. Smaller butterfly valves are used in piping
arrangements where space limitations dictate their use over dimensionally long valve types.
In addition to the price advantage in the large sizes, the butterfly valve also has a definite weight
advantage. The following is a typical weight comparison when using an ANSI Class 150 wafer
style butterfly valve:
Butterfly = 53 lbs.
Ball = 158 lbs.
Gate = 310 lbs.
Butterfly valves fall into the category of “flow sensitive valves” because the disc movement is
unguided and their operability is affected by incoming turbulence. Close proximity of the butterfly
valve to certain piping components can amplify the normal dynamic reactions. For example, the
velocity profile of the discharge of a pump is not symmetrical. When installed at the discharge of
a centrifugal pump with a vertical shaft, the result can be fluid dynamic torques that are twice the
magnitude of those found for a valve with straight run of pipe upstream. The eccentric forces
applied to the valve disc produces excessive vibration and “disc flutter” which eventually results in
a complete breakdown of the valve.
Butterfly valves may be used for throttling service. However, in throttling applications, the major
concern for the valves is cavitation. The recommended range of flow control is between the 30°
and 80° disc opening, although throttling operations require individual study. Acceptability of
throttling performance may also depend on the location of the valve in a piping run and whether
the valve has a free discharge or discharges into a closed system.

Ball Valves

The ball valve is another quarter turn valve, and consists

of a highly polished spherical ball with an opening (port)
bored through the center. The ball is wedged between
two seat rings, which are typically a relatively soft
material (Teflon, Viton, EPDM, etc). Valve operation
involves rotating the ball to either align the port with the
flow stream to open the valve, or aligning the solid
portion with the flow stream thereby closing the valve.
All 2-way ball valves furnished with two seat rings are bi-
directional; flow entry can be from either end without comprising the function of the valves.
However, single seated valves have a “preferred” entry and are therefore classified as
“unidirectional.” Another condition that makes a ball valve unidirectional is when the valves are
furnished in the 3-way, 4-way, or 5-way designs where flow must enter a designated port in order
to divert the flow toward the established direction. Because of the complicated machining
process within the ball discs for multiport ball valves, sharper turns are necessary so resistance to
flow is a necessary result when compared to the traditional 2-way valve.
Ball valves are used as bubble-tight stop valves for relatively clean fluid systems, such as air,
water, and gas. The popularity of this valve is enhanced by its very small space envelope for a
given line size and its quarter turn operation from the closed to open position.
The multiport ball valve is used frequently for diverting flows to several directions using a single
valve. In addition, the valve (manually actuated) has a very low center of gravity and is
constructed of a very simplified design. With its few moving, and accessible parts, this valve
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various seat and seal materials give a wide range of service temperature conditions that can be
accommodated. Standard ball valves should not be used for any sustained throttling (over 2
hours at a maximum differential pressure of 50 psi) as severe erosion of the ball and seat ring
may result. However, several manufacturers have specific ball valve designs that are intended
for throttling service.
The ball valve has a generic design problem that exists when suspended solid particles in the
fluid system (resins, oxide particles, etc.) settle-out and become trapped in the cavities below the
ball and in the vicinity of the stem or trunnion areas. This occurs typically when flow has stopped
and this “crud” has had time to become encrusted. One solution to this problem is to position all
valves mounted in a horizontal run of pipe so that the stems or turnings are on the horizontal.
This valve position will promote the “self-scouring “ motion when flow returns.
Multiport ball valves can provide the function of two or more valves when used in systems where
flows are frequently diverted to various directions. The flow inlet and outlet ports designated by
the manufacturer should not be altered to avoid “by-passing” between ports.

Plug Valves

The plug valve is very similar to the ball valve except that instead of a
ball with a port, a cylindrical plug with an elliptical or round port is
used. Plug valves are used as bubble-tight, on-off stop valves in a
variety of fluid systems, including air, gas, oil or oil mixtures, and
liquid slurries.
Due to the fact that the plug sealing methods do not promote “crud
traps” or internal pockets where deposits could accumulate, plug
valves have functioned successfully with dust, dirt, or other gritty
contaminants suspended in the above systems.
The unique quality of this valve, to be “self cleaning” by automatically
“wiping off” accumulated deposits in the closed position as the plug is rotated, makes this valve
highly recommendable for contaminated systems.
Plug sealing is accomplished using one of two methods: (1) a sealant forced into machined
passages around the valve ports, and (2) a resilient liner or sleeve into which the machined
tapered plug is forced. The sealant also acts as a lubricant and can typically be used in systems
whose service temperature is as high as 650 F. The resilient material (usually an elastomer) is
limited by the temperature rating of the sleeve material. In systems such a demineralized water,
where conductivity is monitored and should not be exposed to contaminants, the lubricated plug
valve should not be used.
Throttling service should not be the primary function of a plug valve. However, if throttling
accuracy is not important, non-lubricated plug valves may be used if the valve is equipped with a
device to hold the plug to a “set” position and prevent “drifting” to the closed position. Lubricated
plug valves should not be used for throttling because the sealant grooves adjacent to the port
opening would be exposed to the flow stream and a considerable amount of sealant would be
“washed away” by the system fluid velocity. Cylindrical plug valves, particularly those with round
ports, are not produced by many manufacturers so the justification for selection of this type of
valve must be based upon specific system requirements.

Check Valves
The check valve operates automatically to pass flow in one direction, and prevent any reversal of
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are also referred to as non-return valves, and are not usually intended to provide a tight shutoff
function. There are numerous check valves types and configurations. Some of the more
common types include: the swing check, the lift check, the tilting disc check, the folding disc
check, and the stop check. Different services may require different types of check valves. It is
important to consider the required velocity to fully open the check valve, closure time on flow
reversal, and other operating characteristics when selecting a check valve. Much of this
information is specific to a particular valve and is available only from the manufacturer.
5.6.1 SWING CHECK

The swing check valve is widely used because most

system flow conditions (velocity and pressure) are
within the acceptable range recommended for this
valve. Body configurations are available in Tee,
inclined or Wye, and wafer styles. The majority of
these valves have “swings” or hinges near the top of
the valves or near the access point. Swing check
valves typically (except for wafer types) have top
access to the valve internals for replacement of parts
or seat refinishing.
Seat materials vary for swing check valves and are dependent on service
requirements. Seating may be metal-to-metal or metal to resilient material, and
may be either integral or replaceable. Seating angles vary from 0° to 45° and
serve two purposes:
1) The length of disc travel is reduced with a higher seat angle. Thus, the
danger of water hammer may also be reduced with a quicker closing disc.
2) When swing check valves with a vertical seat (0° angle) are located in
horizontal runs of piping, slight slopes may cause the valve to hang open.
A seat angle of 5° to 7° can typically correct for this.
The seating surfaces have a broad contact area due to the problem of seat
alignment. The swing disc is unguided along its full travel and depends on a
hinged action that must maintain relatively loose tolerances to accomplish, at
best, a fair leak tight seating. The looseness provided at the disc connection to
its holder or pivot arm allows the disc to rotate under turbulent flow. This rotation
has contributed to some cases of discs separating from their holders. The
engineer may need to place special emphasis on the disc connection details of
the holder and method of fastening.
It is important that the service conditions ensure the disc remains in its full open
position to prevent disc flutter that can damage the valve. Swing check valves
have a tendency to “slam” shut on flow reversal. This shortens the life and leak
tightness of the seating surfaces. Some manufacturers offer options such as an
outside lever to control the travel time of the disc.
LIFT CHECK

The lift check is another widely used check valve. It is

more versatile than the swing check in that some
designs will adapt to pulsating flows and, in general,
can be used in higher velocity systems. The seating
arrangement is similar to that of the globe valve with
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surface interface, which results in better leak tightness than the swing check.
Body configurations are similar to those of globe valves with similar loss
characteristics. Lift check discs are available in the form of a piston (or poppet)
and a ball. The ball lift check is typically used for highly viscous fluids where low
velocities do not cause excessive ball rotation.
TILTING DISC CHECK

The tilting disc check valve was intended to

provide a compromise between the swing check
and the lift check. The main features of this valve
are a reduction in the slamming effect of the disc
on flow reversal and a very short length of travel
that results in a quick closing valve.
This type of check valve typically provides access
to the internals for maintenance.
FOLDING DISC CHECK

The folding disc check valve (also referred to as

the split disc check) utilizes a disc that folds in
the middle of the flow stream to permit flow. This
type of check valve is used for its space savings
features and its quick closing capability. These
valves are available from a relatively limited
number of manufacturers compared to other
types of check valves. It can be mounted in
almost any position because it uses a positive
force (typically a spring) to provide the closing
force.

These valves have many seating material options both in the resilient type or
metal to metal type, and are manufactured for various services including air or
gas. One good feature of the folding check valve is that there are no internal
fasteners to become loosened and cause a breakdown in the valve function.
STOP CHECK

The stop check valve combines the normal free operating functions of a check
valve, with the additional capability of providing a temporary stop valve function.
To accomplish this they are fitted with a screw-down stem that is not fastened to
the disc, but can hold the disc in the closed position. These valves are
manufactured either as swing checks or piston lift checks.
These valves must be furnished with a bonnet to contain the stuffing box
necessary to provide a dynamic seal around the stem. This necessitates
additional material considerations for stem, packing, etc.

Materials
Selection of the proper materials to resist degradation to the desired service conditions is crucial
in the selection of the proper valve. This can be a very simple decision for services such as low
pressure/temperature air and water, or a very difficult decision for more severe services such as
radioactive wastes and hazardous chemical solutions. Resistance of various metals, elastomers,

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and packing materials to chemical attack can be found in various valve manufacturer catalogs
and material handbooks. Some guidance for selection of valves for common fluid services is also
provided in Appendix B. See Appendix C for additional discussion on materials selection.

Procurement Level
A graded approach to valve procurement is the responsibility of the cognizant engineering
organization based upon the service requirements, level of quality assurance required, and the
functional classification of the service. Where specific materials are not crucial to the service, and
the service is not safety related, lower levels of quality assurance may be acceptable. Where
specific materials are required for the correct functioning of the system, quality control checks at
receipt inspection should be considered as a minimum. It should also be noted that, for ASME
B31.3 systems, material verification in accordance with ASME B31.3 is required (at the
percentages noted in that code), and procurement requirements or receipt inspection has no
relation to this requirement.

Valve Specifications
The valve style numbering system provided below was developed to provide the cognizant
engineer with a convenient method of identifying the desired features in valve procurements. The
style number system provides a method of alpha-numeric identification of valves and should be
used for identifying valves on the design drawings and/or Bills of Material. This system should be
used in addition to the unique component numbering system required by ESM Chapter 1, Section
230, Component Nomenclature.
The following page provides a description of the numbering scheme for the valve specifications.
The following general notes are applicable to all of the valve specifications:
1) Desired features that are required by the engineering design but not identified in the style
valve number must be noted in the procurement documents and on the applicable design
drawings.
2) Not all possible combinations of materials are necessarily available. Some combinations
may require extensive lead times and high cost. The purchaser should take care to
specify only what is required by design, and should consult available manufacturers to
decide between acceptable options on the basis of what may be readily available.
3) Acceptance of valves that do not specifically conform to all requirements of one of the
listed standards (Table D-1) is at the discretion of the cognizant engineer, and may
required additional qualification to comply with the applicable piping code (e.g.
qualification as an unlisted component per ASME B31.3).
4) Valve materials identified are those that are commonly available. Other materials may be
available, and material availability changes over time with the advent of new and better
materials. The valve style numbering system is controlled by the ESM Pressure Safety
Point-of-Contact, and consideration will be given to any additions required by specific
facilities on a case by case basis.
5) For austenitic stainless steel valves with welded ends (socket weld or butt weld), the low
carbon alloys are required (e.g. F304L, CF3, F316L, or CF3M).

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EXAMPLE VALVE STYLE NUMBER:

NOTES:
CV 1 0 1 GW - # - A B C D E
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
1-ASTM A216 WCB or A105 1-Acceptable Standards - LANL Valve
2-CF3, CF8, F304, or F304L 2- Basic Material (Body Material)
3-CF3M, CF8M, F316, or F316L 3-Pressure Class
4-Use only in copper piping systems. 4-Type of End Connection
5-Includes Swagelok and Parker tube fittings. 5-Type of Valve
6-Valve Size
6-Includes NBR and Buna-N. 7-Disc or Ball Material (optional)
7-Use only non-asbestos. 8-Seat Material (optional)
8-Non welded end stainless steel valves pressure rating is based 9-Stem Material (optional)
on the high carbon (non L) grade. 10-Packing Material (optional)
9-Specify port requirement. 11-Body Gasket Material (optional)

REQUIRED SPECIFICATION FEATURES

1) Acceptable Standards 2) Basic Material 3) Pressure Class (8) 4) End Connection 5) Type of Valve
CV Code Valve 1 Brass 0 125 1 Flanged BL Ball
NV Non Code Valve 2 Bronze 1 150 2 Socket Weld BT Butterfly
3 Iron (Cast/Ductile) 2 200 3 Butt Weld CB Ball Check
4 Carbon Steel (1) 3 300 4 Threaded CF Folding Disc Check
5 Stainless Steel 304/304L 4 400 5 Wafer CL Tilting Disc Check
(2)
6 Stainless Steel 316/316L 6 600 6 Solder (4) CP Poppet Check
(3)
7 Monel 8 800 7 Flare CS Swing Check
8 Alloy 20 9 900 8 Mechanical CT Tilting Disc Check
9 Hastelloy P Pressure Rated 9 Compression (5) DV Diaphram
E Engineered Procurement E Engineered GF Gate:Flex./Wedge/Split Disc
Procurement
GK Knife Gate
GP Parallel Gate
GW Solid Wedge Gate
PI Pinch
PV Plug
SC Stop Check
TA Angle Globe
TN Needle Globe
TS Standard Globe
TY Y Pattern Globe
V3 Three Way (9)

OPTIONAL SPECIFICATION FEATURES

7) Disc Material 8) Seat Material 9) Stem Material 10) Packing Material 11) Body Gasket
A Chromium (11-13%) A Chromium (11-13%) A Chromium (11-13%) A Graphite A Graphite
B Stellite (Hard Face) B Stellite (Hard Face) B Carbon Steel B Teflon B Teflon
C Bronze C Bronze C Bronze C Natural Rubber C Natural Rubber
D Stainless Steel D Stainless Steel D Stainless Steel D Nylon D Nylon
E Monel E Monel F Alloy 20 E Nitrile (6) E Nitrile (6)
F Alloy 20 F Alloy 20 G Hastelloy F Neoprene F Neoprene
G Hastelloy G Hastelloy H Brass G Viton G Viton
H Brass H Brass I Nickel Copper H EPDM H EPDM
I Nickel Copper I Nickel Copper S Special (Specify) R UHMWPE I Ferrous
J Teflon J Teflon X No Specifc Requirement S Special (Specify) J Non-Ferrous
(7)
K Natural Rubber K Natural Rubber X No Specifc Requirement K Spiral Wound w/Teflon
(7)
L Nylon L Nylon L Spiral Wound w/Graphite
M Nitrile (6) M Nitrile (6) R UHMWPE
N Neoprene N Neoprene S Special (Specify)
O Viton O Viton X No Specific Requirement (7)
P EPDM P EPDM
Q Vespel Q Vespel
S Special (Specify) R UHMWPE
X No Specific Requirement (7) S Special (Specify)
X No Specifc Requirement (7)

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Replacement of Existing Valves

It is important to remember selection of the proper valve for a particular service is an engineering
decision, and replacement of existing valves should be with a new valve that has all of the
features required by the design. If the specific features that the cognizant engineer originally
required are not known, replacement should be in kind unless the valve did not perform
satisfactorily.
Replacement of a valve that did not perform acceptably in a given service is the responsibility of
the cognizant engineer. The cause of the unsuitability of the valve (e.g. material compatibility,
functional problem, etc.) should be determined before a replacement valve is specified.

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APPENDIX E – FLANGED CONNECTIONS

Introduction
The guidance provided by this appendix is based on ASME B16.5 flanges. The majority of this guidance
is representative of “good practices” that applies to the installation of many types of pipe flanges. Torque
values presented herein are based on ASME B16.5 flanges and should be confirmed by engineering prior
to use with other flanges.
Many factors can affect the ability of a flanged joint to establish an initial seal and maintain that seal
during service for an extended period of time. One of the most important considerations is proper flange
installation. The following guidance is provided to ensure that flanges are installed correctly either during
initial installation or during maintenance activities.
ASME B31.3 recognizes a variety of national flange standards as “listed” components, including the
following:
ASME 16.1 “Cast Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Class 25, 125, 250 and 800,”
ASME 16.5 “Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings,”
ASME B16.36 “Orifice Flanges,"
ASME B16.42 “Ductile Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Class 150, and 300,”
ASME B16.47 “Large Diameter Steel Flanges, NPS 26 Through NPS 60,”
AWWA C207 “Steel Pipe Flanges,”
MSS SP-44 “Steel Pipeline Flanges,” and
MSS SP-51 “Class 150LW Corrosion Resistant Cast Flanges and Flanged Fittings.”

Pre-Assembly
Prior to assembly ensure that the following actions are completed.
1) Fastener materials shall be free of nicks, burrs, chips, dirt, and damage (inspect threads, shank,
and nuts). All damaged fasteners must be replaced.
2) Flange faces (both raised and flat) must also be clean and free of debris or foreign material.
Imperfections such as nicks, dents or gouges will affect the gasket’s ability to seal. The following
table may be used to determine the allowable size of imperfections for ASME B16.5 flanges.
Multiple imperfections must be separated by at least four times the permissible radial projection,
and no protrusions above the serrations are permitted. For smooth flange faces, the right hand
column values should be used. The applicability of this criteria to other types of flanges should
be evaluated on a case by case basis.
TABLE 1 - Permissible Imperfections
NPS Maximum Radial Projection of Imperfections Maximum Depth and Radial Projection of
Which are No Deeper Than the Bottom of the Imperfections Which Are Deeper Than the
Serrations Bottom of the Serrations
½ ” through 2 ½ ” 0.12” 0.06”
3” 0.18” 0.06”
4” through 6” 0.25” 0.12”
8” through 14” 0.31” 0.18”
16” 0.38” 0.18”
18” through 24” 0.50” 0.25”

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3) Gaskets used in ASME B16.5 flanges must satisfy the requirements of ASME B16.20a for
metallic gaskets and ASME B16.21 for non-metallic flat gaskets. Gaskets used in ASME B16.1
flanges must comply with ASME B16.21. Table 2 provides groups different gasket types to be
used for the selection of torque values. Refer to Appendix C for guidance with materials
selection.
Table 2 - Gaskets
Group I (1) Group II Group III
Nitrile, Neoprene, Viton, Reinforced Teflon, Graphite, Spiral Wound
EPDM NBR/Synthetic Fiber, w/ any filler material
SBR, NBR, or (e.g., Flexitallic style CG)
EPDM /aramid Fiber,
Spiral Wound - low stress
Notes: 1. Group I gaskets should only be used with flat face flanges.

4) With flat sheet non-metallic gaskets, thinner gaskets are preferred (typically 1/16").
5) Ensure that gaskets are of the correct material and size. Gaskets must be clean and not bent,
broken, torn or distorted in any manner. The allowable shelf life must be checked.
6) No more than one gasket shall be used between contact faces in assembling a flanged joint.
7) Flange surface finish (roughness) should be compatible with the gasket material. Soft gaskets
such as neoprene should have a rough finish (e.g., 250AA) and flat metal gaskets should have a
smoother finish (e.g., 32AA). The typical finish provided on B16.5 flanges (i.e., 125 in to 500 in)
is normally acceptable for use with gaskets listed in Table 2
8) Use only calibrated torque wrenches and multipliers. Examine the torque wrench for proper
calibration, damage, and proper range. Torque wrenches can be used only within the range
specified by the wrench manufacturer. Specified working ranges typically vary from 25% - 75%
to 20% - 100% of the full torque wrench range.
9) Appropriate calculations must be made when using multipliers, a crows foot, or any other
attachment which adds length to the torque wrench (cheater bars are not acceptable).

Assembly
The following instructions provide guidance for proper assemble or re-assembly of a flanged connection.
1) Prior to bolting up, flange faces shall be aligned properly. Ideally, the flange faces should be
parallel to within 1/16 in/ft (0.5%) measured across any diameter and the bolt holes shall be
aligned within 1/8” maximum offset (ref. Figure 1). Table 3 presents the required alignment for
Class 150, 300, and 600 Flanges. The values for Class 600 flanges may be applied to high
classes of steel flanges as well.
Table 3 - B31.3 Required Alignment for Class 150 Flanges
Allowable Gap (in.)
Pipe Size (in.)
Class 150 Class 300 Class 600
½ 0.018 0.020 0.020
¾ 0.020 0.024 0.024
1 0.022 0.025 0.025
1½ 0.026 0.032 0.032
2 0.031 0.034 0.034
3 0.039 0.043 0.043
4 0.049 0.052 0.056
6 0.057 0.065 0.073
8 0.070 0.078 0.086
10 0.083 0.091 0.104
12 0.099 0.107 0.115

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Fiqure 1 - Flange Alignment Requirements per ASME B31.3

2) The proper lubricant shall be used on threads of bolts and nuts. Use low or no chloride content
lubricants with stainless steel (e.g., Fel-Pro C-100 Antiseize Compound).
3) Use hardened steel washers and/or lubricate smooth face of nut (i.e., face under compression
load). Raised lettering on the nuts must be faced outward.
4) All nuts must be snug tight prior to torquing.
5) Torque values are a function of both the gasket and fastener materials as well as the size and
class of flange. Application of the torque values listed in Table 4 ensure that gaskets receive the
proper pre-load stress. These torque values are sufficient to seat the listed gasket materials.
When significant external mechanical or thermal loads are imposed on a flanged joint, additional
evaluation by engineering may be required.
TABLE 4 - RECOMMENDED TORQUE VALUES (ft-lbs)

GROUP I GROUP II GROUP III

Torque Torque Torque Torque Torque
Class 150 Class 150 Class 300 Class 300 Class 600
NPS
FLAT FACE(1,2) RAISED FACE RAISED FACE RAISED FACE RAISED FACE
½” 10 20 20 20 65(3) 65(3)
¾” 12 22 28 35 130(3) 130(3)
1” 14 26 40(3) 45 130(3) 130(3)
1 ½” 20 35(3) 50(3) 115(4) 225(3) 225(3)
2 35 60 100(3) 75(3) 130(3) 130(3)
2 ½” 45 85(3) 100(3) 105(4) 225(3) 225(3)
3” 50 90(3) 100(3) 135(3) 225 (3) 225(3)
4” 35 60(4) 100(3) 190(3) 225 (3) 365(3)
6” 50 95 170(3) 190(3) 225 (3) 550(3)
8” 70 130(3) 170(3) 305(3) 365(3) 775(5)
10” 75 135 275(3) 330(3) 550(3) 1090(5)
12” 105 190(4) 275(3) 490(3) 775(5) 1190(5)
14” 145 265(4) 410(3) 500(3) 775(5) 1430(5)
16” 130 240 410(3) 700(3) 1090(5) 1900(5)
18” 150 275 585(3) 685(3) 1090(5) 2735(5)
20” 140 260 585(3) 755(3) 1090(5) 2735(5)
24” 195 365 820(3) 1165(3) 1900(5) 4260(5)
Specific Notes:
1) Left column torque values are based on a gasket hardness of Type A Shore durometer < 50. Right column
torque values are based on Type A Shore durometer 50. 2) Not recommended for fluid services that exceed
125 psig. 3) Do not use A193 B8 Class 1 or A307 fasteners. 4) Do not use A193 B8 Class 1 fasteners. 5) Use
only A193 B7 fasteners.

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General Notes:
Table is based on ASME 16.5 flanges with properly sized bolts.
Torque tolerances:
2 ft-lbs if torque value is 50 ft-lbs
4 ft-lbs if torque value is 100 ft-lbs
4% of torque value if > 100 ft-lbs.
For sheet gaskets, torque values can be used for 1/32” through 1/8” thick gaskets.
Contact engineering for assistance with torque values outside the scope of this table.

6) Table 5 provides the maximum allowable torque values for common bolt materials. These torque
values shall not be exceeded. Note that some of these bolt materials are not acceptable for the
torque values listed in Table 4. The torque values listed in Table 5 result in a preload stress of
90% of the ASME B31.3 Specified Minimum Yield Strength.
Table 5 - Maximum Allowable Torque Values
Torque (ft lbs.) Torque (ft lbs.)
Bolt Size A307 B8 cl.1 B8 cl.2 B7 Bolt Size A307 B8 cl.1 B8 cl.2 B7
½ 34 29 95 100 1¼ 585 490 1060 1715
5/8 69 57 190 200 13/8 770 640 1070 2250
¾ 120 100 335 355 1½ 1020 850 1420 2985
7/8 195 160 435 570 15/8 1475 1230 - 4305
1 295 245 650 855 1¾ 1615 1345 - 4710
11/8 415 345 750 1215 17/8 2300 1915 - 6710

7) Table 6 identified acceptable substitute bolt materials for those identified in Table 4. The
maximum allowable torque values for the original material are applicable to the substitute material
as well.
Table 6 - Acceptable Substitute Bolt Materials
Material Substitutes
A193 B8T Class 1 A193 B8C Class 1 A193 B8M Class 1
A320 B8 Class 1 A320 B8T Class 1 A320 B8C Class 1
A193 B8 Class 1
A320 B8M Class 1
Note: Use Type 6 or 6F Nuts
A193 B8T Class 2 A193 B8C Class 2
A193 B8 Class 2 A320 B8 Class 2 A320 B8T Class 2 A320 B8C Class 2
Note: Use Type 8, 8C, 8M, 8T, 8F, 8N, 8P Nuts
8) Other, more accurate, methods of obtaining preload such as bolt tensioners or measurement of
bolt elongation may be substituted for torque wrenches if performed in accordance with an
approved procedure.
9) Preload of elastomeric gaskets used with other types of flat faced flanges (fiberglass, aluminum,
etc.) should be based on an acceptable leak test. In general 20% - 25% compressive deflection
of the gasket will place the material in its most favorable sealing condition.
10) The pattern in which bolts are tightened is extremely important. If performed improperly,
tightening can cause the flange to move out of parallel. A staggered crisscross-torquing pattern,
shown in the following sketch, must be used to tighten the bolts. No more than one third of the
final torque should be achieved during a single step.

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Figure 2 - Typical Torquing Sequences

11) Following the first torquing pass confirm that the flanges are parallel. If flanges are not parallel at
this point, make two complete passes around the flange at 1/3 of the specified final torque to
equalize load in the fasteners and examine again for parallelism. If the flanges are not parallel
and full face contact has not been achieved, engineering must evaluate for excessive
misalignment.
12) The following table is based on ASME/ANSI B16.5 and provides fastener information for
commonly used flange classes.
TABLE 7 - Flange Fasteners
Class 150 Class 300 Class 600
NPS
Bolts (1) Size Bolts (1) Size Bolts (1) Size
½” 4 ½” 4 ½” 4 ½”
¾” 4 ½” 4 5/8” 4 5/8”
1” 4 ½” 4 5/8” 4 5/8”
1 ½” 4 ½” 4 ¾” 4 ¾”
2” 4 5/8” 8 5/8” 8 5/8”
2 ½” 4 5/8” 8 ¾” 8 ¾”
3” 4 5/8” 8 ¾” 8 ¾”
4” 8 5/8” 8 ¾” 8 7/8”
6” 8 ¾” 12 ¾” 12 1”
8” 8 ¾” 12 7/8” 12 1 1/8”
10” 12 7/8” 16 1” 16 1 ¼”
12” 12 7/8” 16 1 1/8” 20 1 ¼”
14” 12 1” 20 1 1/8” 20 1 3/8”
16” 16 1” 20 1 ¼” 20 1 ½”
18” 16 1 1/8” 24 1 ¼” 20 1 5/8”
20” 20 1 1/8” 24 1 ¼” 24 1 5/8”
24” 20 1 ¼” 24 1 ½” 24 1 7/8”
Notes: 1. Bolts refer to all types of threaded fasteners used in flange joint assembly (ref. section 6.0).

13) When sequential torquing is complete, use rotational and reverse rotational tightening to check
that all nuts are stable. Nuts are stable when the torque wrench does not turn before the wrench
achieves the final bolt torque value.
14) Nuts shall have full thread engagement on the bolts or studs. One to two exposed threads is the
preferable requirement that defines full thread engagement. The minimum acceptable
engagement is the outer edge of the nut being not less than flush with the end of the bolt or stud.
15) After leak test and system startup, thermal expansion, creep relaxation and fastener thread
embedment can change the fasteners’ applied load. Therefore, a re-check of each fastener is
recommended especially for piping systems that have non-metallic gaskets and operate at
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Disassembly
Prior to disassembly match mark the flange rim (if appropriate) to ensure that the flanges are reinstalled in
their original configuration. Ensure that the following tasks are performed following disassembly:
1) Adequate controls are in place to maintain cleanliness.
2) Proper cleaning materials are used to clean the flange face and bolting materials.
3) Ensure that precautions are taken to prevent sealing surfaces from being damaged.

Trouble Shooting
If a gasket assembly leaks, certain attributes can be inspected in the removed gasket that may help
identify the cause of failure. The following examinations should be performed.
1) Examine the gasket to determine if it was damaged during installation (e.g., a roll over at the
edge of the seating surface).
2) Check for chemical attack and over/under compression.
3) Check for application of an anti-stick or anti-seize compound. These materials can lower the
performance of the gasket.
4) Examine the gasket seating surfaces for indications of proper compression and flange face finish.
5) Measure the thickness of the gasket material around the circumference of the seating surface.
Compression of the gasket more towards the OD of the seating area than the ID is an indication
that flange rotation has occurred due to over torquing or excessive mechanical loads.
6) Leaking flanges may be tightened an additional 10% above the recommended values in Table 4
provided that the torque does not exceed the maximum allowable value listed in Table 5.

Threaded Fasteners
Threaded fasteners used in flange joints are typically of three different structural shapes; double ended
studs, heavy hex bolts, and heavy hex screws.
Studs used in flanges are made from rod and typically are threaded on both ends. The shape of the most
common type used in flanges, the double-ended stud, is shown in the following sketch. This type of stud
has an unthreaded portion in the middle with ends that are either rounded or flat and chamfered.

Heavy hex bolts are externally threaded fasteners designed for insertion through holes in assembled
parts, and are normally tightened or released by torquing a nut.

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Heavy hex screws are externally threaded fasteners designed for insertion into holes in assembled parts
or mating with preformed internal threads and are normally tightened by torquing the head. The primary
difference between a hex bolt and a hex screw is the washer face shown in the following sketch.

washer face

Heavy hex screws and heavy hex bolts that comply with ASME B18.2.1 are interchangeable regardless of
the material specification (e.g., ASTM A307). In some sizes, fastener manufacturers opt to produce only
heavy hex screws in lieu of heavy hex bolts due to the interchangeability and greater range of application.
When zinc coating is required, all components of mating fasteners (e.g., bolts, nuts, and washers) shall
be coated by the same zinc-coating process.

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APPENDIX F – ALIGNMENT FIT-UP TOLERANCES

This Appendix provides guidance on ASME B31.3 Code paragraph 335.1.1 “Alignment.” Specifically two
sections of the Code are addressed 335.1.1(a) Piping Distortions and 335.1.1(c) Flanged Joints. The
data in this Appendix is applicable to either initial installation of the piping system or when performing
routine maintenance activities.

PIPING DISTORTIONS
The Code defines piping distortions as any distortion of piping to bring it into alignment for joint assembly
that introduces a detrimental strain in equipment or piping components. The Code does not provide
criteria on how to evaluate detrimental strain. A limited degree of strain is acceptable for overcoming
misalignment at the final closure points in the erection of piping. The amount of misalignment a pipe joint
can tolerate is based upon the degree of inherent flexibility available in that system. The degree of
acceptable misalignment may be considered as an alignment tolerance.
The methodology applied in Tables 1 and 2 is limited to, three directions of misalignment or displacement
misfit at a closure point. The three directions of misalignments are the two axial or lateral directions and
face-to-face misalignment. Axial or lateral misalignment is the degree of centerline offset between
adjoining sections. Face-to-face misalignment is the amount of separation between adjoining sections
that are parallel. In all cases, the two weld-ends at the closure must be parallel within weld fit-up
tolerance after cold-pulling. Where this does not occur, one or both weld-ends must be re-beveled for an
acceptable fit-up.
The data provided in Table 1 and 2 below should be used as acceptable tolerances on closure fit-up in
Code piping systems. Pipe closures made by butt welds, socket welds, and flanged are acceptable when
applying the data in Tables 1 and 2.
Table 1 applies only to “strain sensitive” piping systems; those piping systems connected to rotating
machinery such as pumps, small turbines, compressors, and unanalyzed vessel and tank nozzles.
Table 2 applies to the non-strain sensitive closures in piping systems.
The lengths of piping tabulated are the minimum total lengths of pipe required which must lie in a
direction perpendicular to the direction of a single degree of misalignment to safely permit cold pulling the
pipe to close. The example below demonstrates the use of the tables.
Where more than one final closure point occurs in the same system (e.g. between equipment nozzles or
full anchor or any combination of these) the misfits at a single point cannot be evaluated independently.
No attempt should be made to evaluate and close such a misfit until fit-up conditions are determined in
the balance of the system.
When the field misalignments exceed of the values provided in Tables 1 and 2, the piping shall be
reworked or evaluated by engineering.
Notes For Tables 1 and 2:
1) The length of piping available for the evaluation of a misfit variation in a particular direction is the
sum of the piping leg lengths perpendicular to the direction of the misfit variation, only.
2) Values of the variations and the required pipe lengths for the variations may be interpolated in the
table.
3) The tables provide the minimum piping length in units of feet required to accommodate a misfit
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TABLE 1 - Pipe Fit-Up Allowances Tolerance For Strain Sensitive Piping

NPS Misfit Variation In Any Directions (inches)
(inches) 0.10 0.20 0.30 0.40 0.50 0.60 0.70 0.80 0.90 1.00 1.20 1.40 1.60 1.80 2.00
½ 5.5 7.8 9.5 11.0 12.3 13.5 14.5 15.6 16.5 17.4 19.0 20.6 22.0 23.3 24.6
¾ 6.1 8.7 10.6 12.3 13.7 15.1 16.3 17.4 18.4 19.4 21.3 23.0 24.6 26.1 27.5
1 6.9 9.7 11.9 13.8 15.4 16.9 18.2 19.5 20.6 21.8 23.8 25.7 27.5 29.2 30.8
1½ 8.3 11.7 14.3 16.5 18.5 20.3 21.9 23.4 24.8 26.2 28.6 30.9 33.1 35.1 37.0
2 9.2 10.1 16.0 18.5 20.7 22.6 24.5 26.2 27.7 29.2 32.0 34.6 37.0 39.2 41.4
2½ 10.2 14.4 17.6 20.3 22.7 24.9 26.9 28.8 30.5 32.2 35.2 38.1 40.7 43.2 45.5
3 11.2 15.9 19.4 23.4 25.1 27.5 29.7 31.7 33.7 35.5 38.9 42.0 44.9 47.6 50.2
4 12.7 18.0 22.0 25.5 28.5 31.2 33.7 36.0 38.2 40.2 44.1 47.6 50.9 54.0 56.9
6 15.4 21.8 26.7 30.9 34.5 37.8 40.9 43.7 46.3 48.8 53.5 57.8 61.8 65.5 69.1
8 17.6 24.9 30.5 35.2 39.6 43.2 46.6 49.8 52.9 55.7 61.0 65.9 70.5 74.8 78.8
10 19.7 27.8 34.1 39.3 44.0 48.2 52.0 55.6 59.0 62.2 68.1 73.6 78.7 83.5 88.0
12 21.4 30.3 37.1 42.8 47.9 52.5 56.7 60.6 64.3 67.7 74.2 80.2 85.7 90.9 95.8
14 22.4 31.7 38.9 44.9 50.2 55.0 59.4 63.5 67.3 71.0 77.8 84.0 89.8 95.2 100
16 24.0 33.9 41.6 48.0 53.7 58.8 63.5 67.9 72.0 75.9 83.1 89.8 96.0 102 107
18 25.5 36.0 44.1 50.9 56.9 62.4 67.3 72.0 76.4 80.5 88.2 95.2 102 108 114
20 26.8 37.9 46.5 53.7 60.0 65.7 71.0 75.9 80.5 84.9 93.0 100 107 114 120
22 28.1 39.8 48.7 56.3 62.9 68.9 74.5 79.6 84.4 89.0 97.5 105 113 119 126
24 29.4 41.6 50.9 58.8 65.7 72.0 77.8 83.1 88.2 93.0 102 110 118 125 131
26 30.6 43.3 53.0 61.2 68.4 74.9 80.9 86.5 91.8 96.7 106 114 122 130 137
28 31.7 44.9 55.0 63.5 71.0 77.8 84.0 89.8 95.2 100 110 119 127 135 142
30 32.9 46.5 56.9 65.7 73.5 80.5 86.9 93.0 98.6 104 114 123 131 139 147

TABLE 2 - Pipe Fit-Up Tolerances For Non Strain Sensitive Piping

NPS Misfit Variation In Any Directions (inches)
(inches) 0.10 0.20 0.30 0.40 0.50 0.60 0.70 0.80 0.90 1.00 1.20 1.40 1.60 1.80 2.00
½ 3.9 5.5 6.7 7.8 8.7 9.5 10.3 11.0 11.7 12.3 13.5 14.5 15.6 16.5 17.4
¾ 4.3 6.1 7.5 8.7 9.7 10.6 11.5 12.3 13.0 13.7 15.1 16.3 17.4 18.4 19.4
1 4.9 6.9 8.4 9.7 10.9 11.9 12.9 13.8 14.6 15.4 16.9 18.2 19.5 20.6 21.8
1½ 5.8 8.0 10.1 11.7 13.1 14.0 15.5 16.5 17.5 18.5 20.0 21.9 23.4 24.8 26.0
2 6.5 9.2 11.0 13.1 14.6 16.0 17.3 18.5 19.6 20.7 22.6 24.5 26.2 27.7 29.2
2½ 7.2 10.2 12.5 14.4 16.1 17.6 19.0 20.3 21.6 22.7 24.9 26.9 28.8 30.5 32.2
3 7.9 11.2 13.7 15.9 17.7 19.4 21.0 22.4 23.8 25.1 27.5 29.7 31.7 33.7 35.5
4 9.0 12.7 15.6 18.0 20.1 22.0 23.8 25.5 27.0 28.5 31.2 33.7 36.0 38.2 40.2
6 10.9 15.4 18.9 21.8 24.4 26.7 28.9 30.9 32.8 34.5 37.0 40.9 43.7 46.0 48.8
8 12.5 17.6 21.6 24.9 27.9 30.5 33.0 35.2 37.4 39.4 43.2 46.6 49.8 52.9 55.7
10 13.9 19.7 24.1 27.9 31.1 34.1 36.8 39.1 41.7 44.0 48.2 52.0 55.6 59.0 62.2
12 15.1 21.4 26.2 30.3 33.9 37.1 40.1 42.8 45.4 47.9 52.5 56.7 60.6 64.0 67.7
14 15.9 22.6 27.5 31.7 35.5 38.9 42.0 44.9 47.6 50.2 55.0 59.4 63.5 67.0 71.0
16 17.0 24.0 29.4 33.9 37.9 41.6 44.9 48.0 50.9 53.7 58.8 63.5 67.9 72.0 75.9
18 18.0 25.5 31.2 36.0 40.2 44.1 47.6 50.9 54.0 56.9 62.4 67.3 72.0 76.4 80.5
20 19.0 26.8 32.9 37.9 42.4 46.5 50.2 53.7 56.9 60.0 65.7 71.0 75.9 80.5 84.9
22 19.9 28.1 34.5 39.8 44.5 48.7 52.6 56.3 59.7 62.9 68.9 76.5 79.6 84.4 89.0
24 20.8 29.4 36.0 41.6 46.4 50.9 55.0 58.8 62.4 65.7 72.0 77.8 83.1 88.2 93.0
26 21.6 30.6 37.5 43.3 48.4 53.0 57.2 61.2 64.9 68.4 74.9 80.9 86.5 91.8 96.7
28 22.4 31.7 38.9 44.9 50.2 55.0 59.6 61.5 67.3 71.0 77.8 84.0 89.8 95.2 100
30 23.2 32.9 40.2 46.5 52.0 56.9 61.5 65.7 69.7 73.5 80.5 86.9 93.0 98.6 104

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EXAMPLE:
Figure 1 illustrates a simple two-ended piping system with three directions of misfit at the final closure
point. Each direction of misfit must be evaluated separately as follows.
For the X misfit of 0.50”
The total length of piping perpendicular to X (six legs) equals 74 feet; the minimum length required for a
0.50” misfit in 10” piping in Table 1 is 44.0 feet. Since the available piping exceeds this, the misfit is
acceptable.
For the Y misfit of 0.75”
The total length of piping perpendicular to Y (six legs) equals 119 feet; the minimum length required for
a 0.75” misfit in 10” piping in Table 1 is 53.8 feet. Since the available piping exceeds this, this misfit is
also acceptable.
For the Z misfit of 0.40”
The total length of piping perpendicular to Z (four legs) equals 77 feet; the minimum length required for
0.40” misfit in Table 1 is 39.3 feet. Since the available piping exceeds this, the Z misfit is acceptable, as
well.
In this example, since all directions of misfit are within the allowance limitations, the piping may be cold-
pulled to fit-up alignment.

FIGURE 1

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FLANGED JOINTS
The ASME B31.3 Code provides a rotational misalignment criterion for flanged Joints. Rotational
misalignment is the amount the flanges are out-of-parallel. The Code criterion requires that prior to
bolting, flange faces shall be aligned to the design plane within 1/16 in./ft measured across any diameter.
During field assembly these tolerances may be difficult to achieve, especially for small flanges. Allowable
flange rotational misalignments above those in the Code are provided in Table 3 for flange assemble with
the limitations provided below. Table 3 provides an allowable gap based on the distance between two
closest supports as shown in Figure 2.
The gap values provided in Table 3 apply to flanges fabricated to the following listed standards: ASME
B16.5, AWWA C207, and MSS SP-44.
The flanges shall be assembled using the flange assembly procedure in Appendix E of this procedure.
The allowable gap values provided are to be compared to measurements taken prior to applying any
preload (torque) to the flange bolts.
When these allowable gap values are applied, the required bolt torque to assemble the flange should be
those provided in Appendix E with a 20% increase.
When these allowable gap values are applied during assembly, it is required to recheck the gap between
the flange faces after 1/3 of the total required torque is applied to the bolts. After 1/3 of the torque is
applied to the bolts, the maximum difference in gap must be within the ASME B31.3 requirements (flange
faces must be parallel to within 1/16 in/ft measured across any diameter). If the gap is not within the
B31.3 requirement after 1/3 of the total torque is applied rework or an engineering evaluation is required.

FIGURE 2

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Table 3 -- Allowable Flange Gap (in.)

Pipe Sizes - NPS
Minimum
Length “L”
Between
½ ¾ 1 1½ 2 3 4 6 8 10 12
Supports (in.)
10 0.092 0.082 0.071 0.058 0.056 0.047 0.044 0.037 0.035 0.033 0.033
14 0.129 0.114 0.100 0.081 0.078 0.066 0.062 0.051 0.048 0.046 0.046
18 0.166 0.147 0.129 0.105 0.100 0.085 0.080 0.066 0.062 0.059 0.059
22 0.203 0.180 0.157 0.128 0.123 0.104 0.097 0.081 0.076 0.072 0.072
26 0.240 0.212 0.186 0.151 0.145 0.123 0.115 0.095 0.090 0.086 0.086
30 0.277 0.245 0.214 0.174 0.167 0.142 0.133 0.110 0.104 0.099 0.099
34 0.314 0.278 0.243 0.198 0.190 0.161 0.150 0.125 0.118 0.112 0.112
38 0.351 0.311 0.272 0.221 0.212 0.180 0.168 0.139 0.134 0.125 0.125
42 0.389 0.344 0.300 0.244 0.235 0.199 0.186 0.154 0.145 0.138 0.138
46 0.425 0.377 0.329 0.268 0.257 0.218 0.203 0.169 0.159 0.151 0.151
50 0.463 0.410 0.358 0.291 0.279 0.237 0.221 0.183 0.173 0.164 0.165
54 0.500 0.443 0.387 0.134 0.302 0.256 0.234 0.198 0.188 0.178 0.178
58 0.538 0.476 0.415 0.338 0.324 0.275 0.256 0.213 0.201 0.191 0.191
62 0.576 0.509 0.444 0.361 0.346 0.294 0.274 0.227 0.214 0.204 0.204
66 0.614 0.542 0.473 0.384 0.369 0.313 0.292 0.242 0.228 0.217 0.217
70 0.652 0.575 0.502 0.408 0.391 0.332 0.309 0.257 0.242 0.230 0.230
74 0.690 0.609 0.531 0.431 0.414 0.351 0.327 0.271 0.256 0.243 0.244
78 0.728 0.642 0.560 0.455 0.436 0.369 0.345 0.286 0.270 0.256 0.257
82 0.767 0.676 0.589 0.478 0.458 0.388 0.362 0.301 0.284 0.270 0.267
86 0.805 0.710 0.618 0.502 0.481 0.407 0.380 0.315 0.297 0.283 0.283
90 0.844 0.743 0.647 0.525 0.503 0.426 0.398 0.330 0.311 0.296 0.296
94 0.883 0.777 0.677 0.549 0.526 0.445 0.416 0.345 0.325 0.309 0.309
98 0.922 0.811 0.706 0.572 0.548 0.464 0.433 0.356 0.339 0.322 0.323
102 0.962 0.845 0.735 0.596 0.571 0.483 0.451 0.374 0.353 0.335 0.336
106 1.002 0.880 0.765 0.619 0.593 0.502 0.469 0.389 0.367 0.349 0.349
110 1.041 0.914 0.794 0.643 0.616 0.521 0.486 0.404 0.380 0.362 0.362

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APPENDIX G – COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

The ASME B31.3 Code requires random examination of materials and components to ensure
conformance to listed specifications and standards. B31.3 also requires these materials to be free from
defects. Component standards and specifications have various marking requirements. The intent of this
appendix is to provide a convenient easy-to-use summary of the marking requirements for several
commonly used piping components.
TABLE 1 - Generic Marking Standards and Requirements
Standard Title and Requirements
MSS SP-25 Standard Marking System for Valves, Fittings, Flanges and Unions
1. Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark
2. Rating Designation
3. Material Designation
4. Melt Designation - as required by specification
5. Valve Trim Identification - valves only when required
6. Size Designation
7. Identification of Threaded Ends
8. Ring-Joint Facing Identification
9. Permissible Omission of Markings
Specific Marking Requirements
Marking Requirements for Flanges, Flanged Fittings, and Flanged Unions
Marking Requirements for Threaded Fittings and Union Nuts
Marking Requirements for Welding and Solder Joint Fittings and Unions
Marking Requirements for Non-Ferrous Valves
Marking Requirements for Cast Iron Valves
Marking Requirements for Ductile Iron Valves
Marking Requirements for Steel Valves

MSS SP-25 is the most commonly used marking standard. It contains a variety of specific marking
requirements that are too lengthy to list in this appendix; please refer to it when necessary to confirm the
markings on a component.

The remainder of this appendix contains marking requirements divided into the following tables:

Table Has marking requirements for

2 Piping and Tubing
3 Flanges and Flanged Fittings
4 Fittings (includes welded and threaded fittings)
5 Valves
6 Fasteners

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TABLE 2 -- Pipe and Tube

Standard Title and Marking Requirements
ASTM A53 Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc Coated, Welded and
Seamless
1. Name of Brand of Manufacturer
2. Kind of Pipe (e.g. ERW B, XS)
3. Specification Number
4. Length
ASTM A106 Seamless Carbon Steel Pipe for High-Temperature Service
1. Marking requirements of A530/A530M
2. Heat Number
3. Hydro/NDE Marking
4. “S” for supplementary requirements as specified (stress-relieved
annealed tubes, air underwater pressure test, and stabilizing heat
treatment)
5. Length
6. Schedule Number
7. Weight on NPS 4 and larger
ASTM A269 Seamless and Welded Ferritic Stainless Steel Tubing for General
Service
1. Marking requirements of A450/A450M
2. Seamless or Welded
ASTM A312 Standard Specification for General Requirements for Specialized
Carbon and Alloy Steel Pipe
1. Marking requirements of A530/A530M
2. Manufacturer’s Private Identifying Mark
3. Seamless or Welded
ASTM A530/A530A Standard Specification for General Requirements for Specialized
Carbon and Alloy Steel Pipe
1. Manufacturer’s Name
2. Specification Grade
ASTM A450/A450M Standard Specification for General Requirements for Carbon
Ferritic Alloy, and Austenitic Alloy Steel Tube
1. Manufacturer’s Name
2. Specification Grade
ASTM B88 Specification for Seamless Copper Water Tube
1. Name of Trademark of Manufacturer (interval 1½ ft)
2. Type (i.e. K, L, or M) (interval 1½ ft)
Straight Lengths
1. Type of the tube, name or trademark of the manufacturer, or both,
and the country of origin repeated at intervals not greater than 3 ft.
2. Continuous colored stripe, symbol or logo not less than 3/16” high.
AWWA C115/A21.15 Flanged Ductile-Iron Pipe with Ductile-Iron or Gray-Iron Threaded
Fittings
1. Length and weight shown of each pipe.
2.Manufacturer’s Mark
3. Country where cast.
4.DI if ductile iron and GI if gray iron.

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Standard Title and Marking Requirements

AWWA C900 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pressure Pipe, 4 IN. Through 12 IN., For
Water Distribution
Markings on pipe shall include the following at not more than 5 ft.
intervals.
1. Nominal size and OD base (e.g. 4 CI)
2. PVC
3. Dimension ratio (e.g. DR 25)
4. AWWA pressure class (e.g. PC 100)
5. Manufacturer’s name or trademark
6. AWWA designations (AWWA C900)
7. Seal of testing agency is optional
Couplings contain the same markings except the AWWA pressure class
is not required.
AWWA C905 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Water Transmission Pipe, Nominal
Diameters 14 IN. Through 36 IN.
Markings on pipe shall include the following at not more than 5 ft.
intervals.
1.Nominal size and OD base (e.g. 24 CI)
2.PVC
3.Dimension ratio (e.g. DR 25)
4.AWWA pressure class (e.g. PC 160)
5.Manufacturer’s name or trademark
6.AWWA designations (AWWA C905)
7.Manufacturer’s production code, including day, month, year, shift,
plant, and extruder of manufacturer.

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TABLE 3 -- Flanges and Flanged Fittings

Standard Title and Marking Requirements
ASME B16.1 Cast Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings
Classes 25,125,250, and 800
1. Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark and Numeral as shown below:
Rating Class Size Numeral
25 All 25
125 1 to 12 125
14 to 24 100
30 to 48 50
250 1 to 12 250
14 to 24 200
30 to 48 100
800 2 to 12 800
ASME B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings
1. Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark
2. ASTM Specification and Grade
3. Rating Class
4. “B16”
5. Size
ASME B16.24 Cast Copper Alloy Pipe Flanges and Flanges Fittings, Class 150,
300, 400, 600, 900, 1500 and 2500
Except as noted below, flanges and flanged fittings shall be marked as
required in MSS SP-25.
1. Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark
2. ASTM Specification and Grade
3. Rating Class
4. “B16”
5. Size
ASME B16.36 Orifice Flanges Classes 300, 400, 600, 1500 and 2500
1. Flanges shall be marked as required by ASME B16.5
2. For welding neck flanges only, the bore diameter shall be marked.
ASME B16.42 Ductile Iron Flanges and Flanged Fittings
Except as noted below, flanges and flanged fittings shall be marked as
required in MSS SP-25.
1. Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark
2. Material - “DUCTILE” or D.I. if space does not permit
3. Rating Class
4. “B16”
5. Size
MSS SP-44 Steel Pipe Flanges
1. Marked in accordance with MSS SP-25.
2. “PL” precedes the grade symbol marking.
MSS SP-51 Class 150LW Corrosion Resistant Cast Flanges and Flanged
Fittings
1. Manufacturer’s name or trademark.
2. Class designation.
3.Material designation.
4.Melt identification.
5.Size.

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TABLE 4 -- Fittings
Standard Title and Marking Requirements
AWWA C110/A21.10 Ductile and Gray-Iron Fittings, 3 IN. Through 48 IN.
1. Pressure rating.
2. Nominal diameter.
3.Manufacturer’s identification.
4.Country where cast.
5.Degrees or fractions for all bends.
6.“DI” or “Ductile” for ductile iron.
AWWA C111/A21.11 Rubber-Gasket Joints For Ductile-Iron Pressure Pipe and Fittings
1.Pipe and fittings having push-on joints shall be marked with the
proprietary name or trademark of the joint.
2. Bolts and nuts shall have a mark to identify the material and
producer.
AWWA C153/A21.53 Ductile Iron Compact Fittings, 3 IN. Through 16 IN., For Water and
Other Liquids
1.C153
2.Pressure rating.
3.Nominal diameter.
4.Manufacturer’s identification.
5.Country where cast.
6.“DI” or “Ductile” for ductile iron.
7.Degrees or fractions for all bends.
AWWA C907 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pressure Fittings For Water - 4 IN. Trough
8 IN.
1.Nominal size
2. Code identifying the production run.
3.PVC
4.AWWA identification number for this standard (AWWA C907)
5.Pressure Class (cL150).
6.Manufacturer’s name or trademark.
7.Numbers of degrees, or fraction of a circle, on all bends.
ASME B16.3 Malleable Iron Threaded Fittings, Classes 150 and 300
1. Class 150 - Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark
2. Class 300 - Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark
- Numerals “300”
- Letters “MI” for malleable iron
- Size
- Other marking as permitted by MSS SP-25
ASME B16.4 Gray Iron Threaded Fittings, Classes 125 and 250
1. Class 125 - Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark
2. Class 250 - Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark
- Numerals “250”
ASME B16.9 Factory-Made Wrought Steel Buttwelding Fittings
1. Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark
2. Material and Product Identification (ASTM or ASME grade symbol).
3. “WP” in grade symbol.
4. Schedule number or nominal wall thickness.
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Standard Title and Marking Requirements

ASME B16.11 Forged Fittings, Socket-Welding and Threaded
1. Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark.
2. Material identification in accordance with the appropriate ASTM.
3. Product conformance symbol, either “WP” or “B16”.
4. Class designation - 2000, 3000, 6000, or 9000.
Where size and shape do not permit all of the above markings,
they may be omitted in the reverse order given above.
ASME B16.14 Ferrous Pipe Plugs, Bushings, and Locknuts with Pipe Threads
1. Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark except where impractical
ASME B16.18 Cast Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings
1. Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark in accordance with MSS SP-25.
Markings of fittings less than ½ ” is optional and may be omitted if not
practical.
ASME B16.22 Wrought Copper and Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings
1. Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark in accordance with MSS SP-25
2.Markings may be omitted from any fitting where it may damage
soldering surfaces.
ASME B16.28 Wrought Steel Buttwelding Short Radius Elbows and Returns
1. Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark
2. Material (ASTM Specification and Grade); prefix “WP” must appear in
the grade symbol
3. Schedule number or nominal wall thickness
4. Size
ASME B16.39 Malleable Iron Threaded Pipe Unions
1.Unions shall be marked on the nut with the manufacturer’s name or
trademark and nominal pressure class except on bar stock unions
where marking is impractical.
2. Additional markings as permitted by MSS SP-25 may be used.
MSS SP-43 Wrought Stainless Steel Butt-Welding Fittings
1.Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark
2.“CR” followed by ASTM or AISI material identification symbol
3.Schedule number or nominal wall thickness designation
4.Size
MSS SP-79 Socket-Welding Reducer Inserts
1.Markings in accordance with MSS SP-25. Markings are to be located
close to the reduced opening so they will be visible after welding.
2.Markings shall include (but not limited to) the following:
- Manufacturer’s Name of Trademark
- Material Identification
- Class Designation (3000 or 6000)
- Size
MSS SP-83 Carbon Steel Pipe Unions, Socket-Welding and Threaded
1.Markings in accordance with MSS SP-25
2.Markings shall include (but not limited to) the following:
- Manufacturer’s Name of Trademark
- Material Identification (ASTM A105/A182)
- Class 3000
- Size

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TABLE 5 -- Valves
Standard Title and Marking Requirements
API Standard 602 Compact Steel Gate Valves - Flanged, Threaded, Welded, and
Extended Body Ends
1. Valves shall be marked in accordance with the requirements of ASME
B16.34.
2. Each valve shall have a corrosion-resistant metal identification plate
with the following information:
- Manufacturer
- Manufacturer’s model, type, or figure number
- Size
- Applicable pressure rating at 100 F
- Body material
- Trim material
3.Valve bodies shall be marked as follows:
- Threaded-end or socket-welding-end valves - 800 or 1500
- Flanged-end valves - 150, 300, 600, or 1500
- Buttwelding-end valves - 150, 300, 600, 800, or 1500
ASME B16.34 Valves - Flanged, Threaded and Welded End
1.Manufacturer’s Name or Trademark
2 Valve Body Material
Cast Valves - Heat Number and Material Grade
Forged or Fabricated Valves - ASTM Specification and Grade
3. Rating
4. Size
5.Where size and shape do not permit all of the above markings, they
may be omitted in the reverse order given above.
6.For all valves, the identification plate shall show the applicable
pressure rating at 100 F and other markings required by MSS SP-25.
MSS SP-71 Cast Iron Swing Check Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends
1.Markings shall conform to MSS SP-25
MSS SP-72 Ball Valves with Flanged or Buttwelding End for General Service
1.Marker in accordance with MSS SP-25.
MSS SP-78 Cast Iron Plug Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends
1.Markings conform to MSS SP-25.
MSS SP-80 Bronze Gate, Globe, Angle and Check Valves
1.Markings shall conform to MSS SP-25.
2.All bronze check valve bodies shall be marked to indicate the direction
of flow by means of an arrow cast on the valve body or by the word “in”
or “inlet” cast or stamped on the inlet end of the body.
MSS SP-85 Cast Iron Globe and Angle Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends
1. Markings shall conform to MSS SP-25

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TABLE 6 -- Fasteners
Standard Title and Marking Requirements
ASTM 193 Specification for Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting Materials
for High-Temperature Service
1.Grade or manufacturer’s identification symbols shall be applied to one
end of studs 3/8” in diameter and larger ands to the heads of bolts ¼ ” in
diameter and larger.
ASTM 194 Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts for Bolts for High-
Pressure and High-Temperature Service
1.Manufacturer’s identification mark.
2.Grade and process of manufacture (e.g. 8F indicates nuts that are
hot-forged or cold-forged)
ASTM 307 Specification for Carbon Steel Bolts and Studs
1.Manufacturer’s identification mark.
2.All bolt heads, one end of studs 3/8” and larger, and whenever
feasible studs less than 3/8”, shall be marked with a grade material.
ASTM 563 Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts
1.Grades O, A, and B are not required to be marked unless identified as
such by the purchaser.
2.Grade D, DH, DH3 shall be marked with the symbol HX3 on one face.
Heavy hex nuts made to the requirements of DH3 are marked with HX3
on one face.
3.Grades C, C3, D, DH, and DH3 and hex nuts made to the
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APPENDIX H – LEAK/PRESSURE TESTING

PURPOSE
This Appendix provides guidance for hydrostatic and pneumatic tests. The specific code
requirements are contained in paragraph 345 of ASME B31.3.

SCOPE
The information in this Appendix applies to the testing of metallic Category D and Normal fluid
service process piping systems constructed to ASME B31.3 “Process Piping”. Nonmetallic piping
and other fluid service categories have additional requirements.

GENERAL
TEST PREPARATION

1) All Code and design required examinations shall be complete prior to

testing
2) A preliminary walk-down of the piping to be tested shall be made. Test
personnel shall correct and/or identify test boundaries, any problems,
incomplete items, joint access, fill points, vent points and any scaffolding
required.
3) All joints, including welds and mechanical joints are to be left un-insulated
and exposed for examination during the test, except that joints previously
tested may be insulated or covered.
4) Hangers and supports shall be placed in the proper position prior to the
filling of the system to be tested.
5) Piping designed for vapor or gas shall be provided with additional
temporary supports, if necessary to support the weight of the test liquid, as
designated by the designer. Spring hangers should be placed in the
locked position.
6) Expansion joints shall be provided with temporary restraint if required for
additional pressure load under test, or shall be isolated from the test.
7) The test personnel shall assure that the components (e.g. instruments,
valves, etc.) that are not to be subjected to the pressure test, are either
disconnected from the piping or isolated by blind flanges or other means
during the tests. Valves may be used for isolation, provided the valve
(including the closure mechanism) is suitable for the proposed test
pressure.
8) A flanged joint at which a blank is inserted to isolate other equipment
during the test need not be examined for leaks. These joints should be
leak tested during initial service.
9) If a pressure test is to be maintained for a period of time and the test liquid
in the system is subject to changes in temperature, precautions shall be
taken to avoid excessive pressure due to thermal expansion or freezing.
10) A preliminary air test at not more than 25 psi gage pressure may be made
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11) A test record shall be made for each leak test. The record shall include the
following:
12) Date of test
13) Identification of piping to be tested (test boundaries)
14) Test fluid
15) Test pressure
16) Certification of the examiner
17) An example Pressure Test Record is provided at the end of this appendix.
18) Following hydrostatic or pneumatic leak testing, the piping system should
be cleaned, and dried if necessary. Refer to Appendix K for cleaning
techniques.
19) Prior to in-service leak test, the piping system should be cleaned, and
dried if necessary. Refer to Appendix K for cleaning techniques.
20) During Hydrostatic testing or in-service leak testing, strainers should be
used to protect equipment against the introduction of construction debris
or dirt.

HYDROSTATIC LEAK TEST

TEST FLUID

1) The test fluid shall be water unless there is a possibility of damage due to
freezing, or if the process or piping material would be adversely affected
by water. In that case other suitable test fluids may be used. Special
precautions are required if the test fluid is toxic or flammable.
2) The temperature of the test fluid should be no less than 40 F in piping
systems subject to brittle fracture (i.e. carbon steel).
3) If the test fluid temperature produces condensation on the piping exterior
surface, the water shall be heated to a temperature above the dew point or
the test shall be postponed to a time when the dew point temperature has
changed sufficiently such that condensation will not occur on the piping
exterior surface.
4) Material and test water temperature shall be approximately equal prior to
pressurizing the system.
5) High points in the system shall be vented so that air will be displaced while
the system is being filled with the test fluid.
6) The operator shall take adequate measures to ensure that the piping
system is not over-pressurized during hydrostatic testing. Adequate
measures include a relief valve, or a dedicated operator to monitor
pressure, or dual pressure regulators, etc.
TEST PRESSURE

1) The minimum hydrostatic test pressure for metallic piping shall be per the
following equation.
PT = 1.5 x PD x ST/SD
where: PT = minimum test gage pressure
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ST = allowable stress value at test temperature

SD = allowable stress value at design temperature
Note: The maximum allowable value of ST/SD is 6.5
2) When a maximum test pressure is specified, the test pressure shall not
exceed this amount.
3) When no maximum test pressure is specified, the test shall not be greater
than 110% of the minimum.
4) When using water, static head due to differences in the elevation of the top
of the piping system and the elevation of the test gage shall be accounted
for in pressuring the piping system to be tested by the following equations:
SH (psi) = (HE - GE) x 0.433
PST = PT + SH
where: HE = high point elevation (ft)
GE = gage point elevation (ft)
SH = static head (psi)
PST = minimum test gage pressure corrected for static head
0.433 = conversion factor (ft of waster to psi)
5) Pressure gages should be connected directly to the piping. Calibrated
pressure gages shall be used in all Code testing. Pressure gage range
should exceed the intended test pressure by approximately double but in
no case should the range be less than one and one-half (1 ½) times the
test pressure.
HYDROSTATIC TESTING OF PIPING WITH VESSELS AS A SYSTEM

1) Where the test pressure of piping attached to a vessel is the same as or

less than the test pressure for the vessel, the piping may be tested with
the vessel at the test pressure of the piping.
2) Where the test pressure of the piping exceeds the vessel test pressure
and isolation is not considered practicable, the piping and the vessel may
be tested together at the test pressure of the vessel, if approved by the
design authority. The vessel test pressure must not be less then 77% of
the piping test pressure.
EXAMINATION FOR LEAKS

1) Test personnel shall ensure the hydrostatic pressure is maintained for

sufficient time to determine if there are any leaks. A minimum time of 10
minutes is required by Code. After the hydrostatic pressure time has been
satisfied, all joints shall examined visually for leaks.
2) Examination shall be made of all welds and mechanical joints. There shall
be no visible evidence of leakage. Welds and joints previously tested
need not be examined for leaks.
3) Leakage detected in welded joints shall be repaired by draining, repair
welding, non-destructively examining in accordance with original
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4) Mechanical joint leakage at permanent joints shall be repaired, examined

in accordance with original requirements, and re-tested to the original test
pressure.

PNEUMATIC TESTING
PRECAUTIONS

Pneumatic testing involves a hazard due to possible release of energy stored in

compressed gas. Care must be taken to minimize the chance of brittle failure
during testing by initially assuring the system is suitable for pneumatic testing.
Pneumatic testing may be used in lieu of hydrostatic testing, recognizing the
hazard of energy stored in compressed gas, when a hydrostatic test is
considered impracticable. Guidance for when to use a pneumatic test is provided
below.
1) When components, appurtenances, or systems are so designed or
supported that they cannot be safely filled with water.
2) When components, appurtenances, or systems, that are not readily dried,
are to be used in services where traces of the testing medium cannot be
tolerated.
TEST FLUID

Air or Nitrogen shall be used as a test medium unless otherwise specified by

engineering. Special precautions are required if the test fluid is toxic or
flammable.
TEST PRESSURE

1) The pneumatic test pressure shall be per the following equation.

PT = 1.1 X PD
where:
PT = test gage pressure
PD = internal design gage pressure
2) Temporary test pressure relief device shall be provided during pneumatic
testing. The set pressure shall not be higher than the test pressure plus
the lesser of 50 psi or 10% of the test pressure.
EXAMINATION FOR LEAKS

1) The pressure in the piping system shall be increased gradually in steps

providing sufficient time to allow the piping to equalize strains during the
test. When the system pressure reaches the lesser of ½ the test pressure
or 25 psi a preliminary leak check of the system shall be made. Following
the preliminary leak check the pressure shall be increased gradually until
the test pressure is reached. The pressure shall then be reduced to the
design pressure before examining for leaks.
2) Examination shall be made of all welds and mechanical joints. There shall
be no visible evidence of leakage. Welds and joints previously tested
need not be examined for leaks.
3) During pneumatic tests, all joints shall be examined with a bubble-
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4) Leakage detected in welded joints shall be repaired by de-pressurizing,

repair welding, non-destructively examined as the original, and re-tested to
the original test pressure.
5) Mechanical joint leakage at permanent joints shall be repaired, examined
as original, and re-tested to the original test pressure.

PIPING SUBJECT TO EXTERNAL PRESSURE

TEST METHOD

Either the hydrostatic or pneumatic test method described above may be used to
test externally pressured piping. The piping shall be tested at an internal gage
pressure 1.5 times the external pressure, but not less then 15 psi.

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PRESSURE TEST RECORD

[SAMPLE – Edit to suit but capture all data required for ASME B31 compliance]

TEST NUMBER: PROJECT NO.: PAGE 1 OF

PROJECT NAME:

TEST INFORMATION
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:

DESCRIPTION OF TEST BOUNDARIES: (Attach Sketch Showing Boundaries as Required. P&ID Recommended)

DESIGN TEMPERATURE: DESIGN PRESSURE:

TEST METHOD: • HYDROSTATIC • PNEUMATIC:

TEST FLUID: APPLICABLE CODE:

TEST REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED TEST PRESSURE: TEST FLUID TEMPERATURE:
REQUIRED TEST DURATION: AMBIENT TEMPERATURE:
GAUGE PRESSURE CALCULATION (See Section 4.2.4)
ELEVATION DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GAUGE AND HIGH POINT:
X CONVERSION FACTOR:
PLUS REQUIRED TEST PRESSURE:
EQUALS REQUIRED GAUGE PRESSURE:
TEST RESULTS
TEST DATE: START TIME: • AM • PM

FINISH TIME: • AM • PM

ACTUAL GAUGE PRESSURE:

TEST EQUIPMENT
TYPE: RANGE: CAL. DATE: CAL. DUE:

REMARKS:

TEST ACCEPTANCE
CODE EXAMINER: DATE:

CODE INSPECTOR: DATE:

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APPENDIX I – STRESS ANALYSIS

This appendix provides a guide for Stress Analysis and Qualification for Compliance with ASME B31.3,
paragraphs 302.3.5 Limits of Calculated Stresses Due to Sustained Loads and Displacement Strains, and
302.3.6 Limits of Calculated Stresses due to Occasional Loads of above ground piping.

Scope and Boundaries of Piping Systems

The qualification documentation for piping systems analyzed to the requirements of this procedure should
include a system diagram (P&ID sketch) and a stress isometric indicating the scope and boundaries (end
points) of the analysis. The isometric should include support location, type and direction, location of
components and the coordinate system (For the purpose of uniformity, coordinates North = + X, Up = + Y
and East = + Z are recommended).
The piping system analytical model should extend to in-line structural anchors (six-way restraints) or
nozzles of anchored equipment. Otherwise, the analytical model should overlap into adjacent piping,
beyond the scope of the system to be qualified. The extent of overlap should be sufficient to reflect the
loading transmitted from the overlap onto the in-scope piping system.
For the purpose of analysis, branch lines can be decoupled from the header piping provided all of the
following conditions are met:
• The ratio of branch to header pipe moment of inertia is such that Ibranch < Iheader / 2S
• The header pipe movements are properly considered in the analysis of the branch pipe
• When seismic qualification is required, the applied spectra should envelope the header pipe
support attachment points
Applied boundary conditions include differential thermal expansion and dynamic anchor movements or
gaps at building and equipment attachment points. Differential movements of less than ¼ " may be
neglected, except at equipment nozzles.

Pipe Supports and Equipment Analytical Models

The stiffness of pipe supports and equipment should be considered in dynamic analysis. Supports and
equipment may be considered to be rigid provided either one of the following conditions are met:
• The support or equipment fundamental frequency is greater than the frequency corresponding to
the zero period acceleration
• The support or equipment stiffness exceeds the minimum rigid values of Table I-1
Table I-1
Minimum Rigid Support and Equipment Stiffness
Pipe Size Translational Rotational Stiffness
Stiffness (lb/in) (in-lb/rad)
¾" 1E4 1E6
1" to 2" 1E5 1E7
3" to 4" 5E5 5E7
6" 1E6 1E8

A rigid support or equipment may be assigned the stiffness values of Table I-1 or a larger stiffness.
Otherwise, the actual support stiffness should be accounted for.
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One-way vertical downward supports may be modeled as two-way restraints in dynamic analysis,
provided the following four conditions are met:
• The pipe, should it uplift (thermal + seismic up > deadweight down), will not fall off the support.
• The support can withstand a total applied downward load equal to twice the resultant vertical
static load plus the calculated vertical dynamic load.
• The pipe span adjacent to the one-way support, on either side, does not contain impact sensitive
equipment or components.
• The pipe span adjacent to the one-way support is not attached to an equipment nozzle.
The lateral restoring force of rod hangers may be included in the piping system model, as an equivalent
linear lateral stiffness, (k = tributary weight of pipe span/rod length) from pin centerline to pipe center line
provided the swing angle can be accommodated by the rod and anchor design.

Modeling Tolerances
Guidance on tolerances is provided in ASME B&PV Section III Appendix T – Recommended Tolerances
for Reconciliation of Piping Systems. Layer tolerances may be applied where the applied stress is a
small fraction of the allowable stress. Tolerance on segment lengths and fitting locations may be the
larger of ±1 foot or ± D/2. Deviations between the analytical model and the as-built condition beyond the
above tolerances must be reconciled.
Loading Conditions
The design documents shall specify the applicable loading, based on the applicable standard (such as
IBC) or typical requirements. The following load combinations are provided for guidance.
LOAD COMBINATIONS FOR THE QUALIFICATION OF PIPING SYSTEMS

Normal (sustained) Po + DW
Normal (occasional) Po + DW + FTN or Po + DW + WL
Thermal ThN
Faulted Po + DW+(FTFD2+DBE2) ½
Po + DW + FTF
Po + DW + WL
Notes:
Po = Normal system operation pressure
DW = Deadweight
FTi = Fluid transient loads, under plant condition i (normal sustained, normal
occasional or faulted)
Thi = Thermal expansion or discontinuity stress, under plant condition i
(normal sustained, normal occasional or faulted). Faulted thermal loads,
ThF, need not be considered in piping qualification, but should be
considered in support qualification. Piping Thermal stresses are
qualified separately from other applied loads, as defined in ASME III or
B31.1
WL = Wind loads
FTFD = Faulted fluid transients which result from a DBE
DBE = Design basis earthquake loads equal to the SRSS of inertia and anchor
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Stress Analysis
DEADWEIGHT ANALYSIS

The deadweight analysis should consider the piping and component weight, the
insulation weight and the weight of fluids contained in the system.
THERMAL EXPANSION ANALYSIS

A thermal expansion analysis is recommended if one of the following conditions applies:

• The operating or maximum fluid temperature exceeds 150°F
• The piping is attached to equipment which has nozzle load criteria
• The piping flexibility is judged insufficient to accommodate thermal expansion.
Thermal expansion analysis should include header and equipment resultant thermal
movements at the terminal and nozzle attachment points.
Thermal analysis shall consider the potential for flow stratification in horizontal lines
subjected to low flow velocities and large temperature gradients from top to bottom of
pipe, with a Richardson number Ri > 1, where:

d gDi
Ri = ( )( 2
)I
v
where:
= density of fluid (a function of temperature)
d = change in fluid density between max and min. temperature (top to bottom
of pipe)
g = gravitational constant
Di = pipe inside diameter
v = flow velocity
PRESSURE ANALYSIS

This Appendix does not address the requirement for system sizing and process design
such as pipe size (and minimum wall thickness), component ratings, reinforcement of
openings, layout arrangements (including pressure relief) and testing (such as hydrostatic
pressure testing). These requirements should be specified in the project or design
documents, or referred to the applicable Code. Refer to Appendix A.
SEISMIC ANALYSIS

When seismic analysis is required, this analysis may be accomplished using static or
dynamic methods, as permitted in the project specification.
STATIC SEISMIC ANALYSIS

The static seismic analysis is applied to a system or subsystem.

A static load should be calculated in accordance with the applicable standard (such as
IBC) and is applied to the piping system, in each of three directions.
If the piping system is rigid, the static load may be equal to the envelope of the floor
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The system response to each of the three one-directional static loadings shall be
combined by SRSS to obtain the resultant system response, unless permitted otherwise
by the applicable standard (for example, IBC-2000 permits a two-dimensional load
combination, where the resultant seismic load is the largest of the east-west + vertical
and north-south + vertical).
RESPONSE SPECTRA MODAL ANALYSIS

The applicable response spectra should envelope the spectra at all attachment points
along the piping system, including the supports from decoupled headers, in the vicinity of
the decoupled branch point.
The three directional response should be calculated by SRSS of the three unidirectional
responses.
Modal combination should be by SRSS of modes, unless specified otherwise in the
project requirements.
High frequency modes (beyond the zero period acceleration or 33 hertz) should be
accounted for as described in USNRC Standard Review Plan NUREG-0800, Section
3.7.2.
Seismic anchor motions larger than ¼ inch should be evaluated.
The following considerations apply for the dynamic model of the piping system:
1) The number of dynamic degrees of freedom, and hence the number of lumped
masses, should be selected so that all significant modes of vibration of the
structure below 33 Hz are accurately represented. The location of masses will be
dependent upon the piping support configuration. In addition, mass points should
be established at concentrated weight locations (e.g., valves, flanges, large
fittings) and at the centerline of eccentric masses (such as valve operators).
2) If a support mass is larger than 20% of an adjacent pipe lumped mass, the support
mass should be considered in the model.
3) Valves with natural frequencies below the zero period acceleration shall be
modeled to appropriately reflect their actual mass and frequency.
Damping of piping system for seismic Design Basis Earthquake response spectra modal
analysis shall be 5% unless specified otherwise in project requirements.
TIME HISTORY ANALYSIS

Seismic time history analysis of a piping system should only be used as a last resort,
where some of the conservatism inherent to the static or response spectra methods must
be eliminated.
The analysis may be performed using either the direct integration procedure or the modal
superposition procedure. In both approaches, careful consideration should be given to
the numerical integration method being used and the time step of integration. The time
step (dt) chosen should be sufficiently small to capture the significant portion of response
and to ensure that excessive numerical damping is not being introduced into the
response calculations
For modal time-history superposition, care should be taken to ensure that all the
significant modes of vibration are included in the analysis.
Responses from the individual modes of vibration included in the analysis may be
combined by algebraic summation of the modal time histories of response at each time
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The damping and energy dissipation shall be simulated using applicable procedures of
Appendix N of ASME B&PV Code Section III.
When the three components of earthquake motion are statistically independent,
time-history responses may be obtained individually for each of the three independent
components and combined algebraically at each time step to obtain the combined
response time history.
FLUID TRANSIENT ANALYSIS

Loads resulting from fluid transients (such as opening and closing of valves, startup and
coast down of pumps) should be considered if they are anticipated occurrences from
normal operation of the system.
Fluid transients resulting from Design Basis Accidents should be identified in the project
design documents, and analyzed accordingly.
Unanticipated transients (transients which do not result from normal operation of the
system) need not be analyzed, and should be precluded by proper operating,
maintenance and testing procedures.
WIND DESIGN

Wind design shall be considered for outdoor piping. Wind loads should be applied as a
uniformly distributed load of magnitude and direction defined in the project Functional
Design Criteria or Design Documents. Refer to ASCE 7-95 for reference methods.
PIPING SYSTEM QUALIFICATION

The requirements of the applicable code shall apply, for the load combinations defined
with the following additions and clarifications:
For B31.1 piping, and B31.3 piping analyzed to B31.1 rules, the allowable stress for
faulted loading should be the minimum of 3Sh or 2Sy.
Higher allowables may be considered based on detailed analysis per ASME III NB-3200.
Where stress indices and stress intensification factors are not defined in the Code, they
must be justified on a case basis.
Faulted seismic anchor motion amplitudes should be included in the qualification of
piping faulted primary stress. Alternatively, half the faulted seismic anchor motion
amplitude may be added to the thermal stress range.
The compliance of piping stress to code allowables insures that the piping cross section
and pressure boundary remain intact. In addition, requirements for equipment and
component operability or integrity need to apply.
Higher allowables or alternate evaluation methods may be used for piping systems that
only need to retain structural integrity (not fall).
QUALIFICATION OF IN-LINE EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENTS

QUALIFICATION OF ACTIVE VALVES AND IN-LINE COMPONENTS

The acceleration of active valves (i.e., valves which are required to change state during
or after the DBE, excluding check valves) and in-line components should be limited to
values provided by the vendor. When allowable valve and component accelerations are
not provided, a limit of 3g resultant horizontal and 3g (including 1g from deadweight)
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The nozzle loads on active valves and in-line components should be limited to values
specified by the vendor. Where allowable nozzle loads are not specified, the pipe stress
at the valve and component nozzle considering pipe cross-section properties should
meet the pipe stress allowables.
The rules of the DOE-EH-0545 may be used for verification of seismic adequacy of
existing (installed) piping mounted components for existing systems.
FLANGE QUALIFICATION

Flanges should be qualified using the methods specified in B31.1 or B31.3.

EQUIPMENT NOZZLE LOADS

The nozzle loads on equipment should be limited to values specified by the vendor or
derived by analysis. Where allowable nozzle loads are not specified, the pipe stress at
the equipment nozzle shall meet the pipe stress allowables. Where no vendor limits are
specified, the total stress (primary plus secondary) shall not exceed 0.3Sh at the nozzle of
rotating equipment unless justified on a case basis.
PROTECTION AGAINST SEISMIC INTERACTIONS

The seismic qualification of a piping system requires its protection from credible and
significant interactions, and spatial interactions (falling objects or impact interference with
adjacent structures).
EXPANSION JOINTS

Expansion joints should be qualified by comparison of calculated displacements to

vendor allowables or by analysis to the rules of the Expansion Joint Manufacturers
Association as specified in the applicable ASME B31.1 or B31.3.

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APPENDIX J – FILLET WELD SIZES

The following table provides a convenient reference of the sizes of fillet weld that are required by both the
ASME B31.1 and B31.3 piping codes.

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NPS Sched T 1.09 T 1.4 T A(B31.1) A(B31.3) B C
1/8 10s 0.049 0.053 0.069 1/8
40 0.068 0.074 0.095 1/8
80 0.095 0.104 0.133 1/8
¼ 10s 0.065 0.071 0.091 1/8 1/8 1/8
40 0.088 0.096 0.123 1/8 1/8 1/8
80 0.119 0.130 0.167 3/16 3/16 3/16
3/8 10s 0.065 0.071 0.091 1/8 1/8 1/8
40 0.091 0.099 0.127 1/8 3/16 1/8
80 0.126 0.137 0.176 3/16 3/16 3/16
½ 5s 0.065 0.071 0.091 1/8 1/8 T 1/8
10s 0.083 0.090 0.116 1/8 1/8 T 1/8
40 0.109 0.119 0.153 1/8 3/16 T 1/8
80 0.147 0.160 0.206 3/16 ¼ T 3/16
160 0.188 0.205 0.263 ¼ 5/16 T ¼
xx 0.294 0.320 0.412 3/8 7/16 ¼ 3/8
¾ 5s 0.065 0.071 0.091 1/8 1/8 T 1/8
10s 0.083 0.090 0.116 1/8 1/8 T 1/8
40 0.113 0.123 0.158 1/8 3/16 T 1/8
80 0.154 0.168 0.216 3/16 ¼ T 3/16
160 0.219 0.239 0.307 ¼ 5/16 T ¼
xx 0.308 0.336 0.431 3/8 7/16 ¼ 3/8
1 5s 0.065 0.071 0.091 1/8 1/8 T 1/8
10s 0.109 0.119 0.153 1/8 3/16 T 1/8
40 0.133 0.145 0.186 3/16 ¼ T 3/16
80 0.179 0.195 0.251 ¼ 5/16 T ¼
160 0.250 0.273 0.350 5/16 3/8 ¼ 5/16
xx 0.358 0.390 0.501 7/16 9/16 ¼ 7/16
1¼ 5s 0.065 0.071 0.091 1/8 1/8 T 1/8
10s 0.109 0.119 0.153 1/8 3/16 T 1/8
40 0.140 0.153 0.196 3/16 ¼ T 3/16
80 0.191 0.208 0.267 ¼ 5/16 T ¼
160 0.250 0.273 0.350 5/16 3/8 ¼ 5/16
xx 0.382 0.416 0.535 7/16 9/16 ¼ 7/16
1 ½ 5s 0.065 0.071 0.091 1/8 1/8 T 1/8
10s 0.109 0.119 0.153 1/8 3/16 T 1/8
40 0.145 0.158 0.203 3/16 ¼ T 3/16
80 0.200 0.218 0.280 ¼ 5/16 T ¼
160 0.281 0.306 0.393 5/16 7/16 ¼ 5/16
xx 0.400 0.436 0.560 7/16 9/16 ¼ 7/16

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NPS Sched T 1.09 T 1.4 T A(B31.1) A(B31.3) B C
2 5s 0.065 0.071 0.091 1/8 1/8 T 1/8
10s 0.109 0.119 0.153 1/8 3/16 T 1/8
40 0.154 0.168 0.216 3/16 ¼ T 3/16
80 0.218 0.238 0.305 ¼ 5/16 T ¼
160 0.344 0.375 0.482 3/8 ½ ¼ 3/8
xx 0.436 0.475 0.610 ½ 5/8 ¼ ½
2 ½ 5s 0.083 0.090 0.116 1/8 1/8 T 1/8
10s 0.120 0.131 0.168 3/16 3/16 T 3/16
40 0.203 0.221 0.284 ¼ 5/16 T ¼
80 0.276 0.301 0.386 5/16 7/16 ¼ 5/16
160 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼ 7/16
xx 0.552 0.602 0.773 5/8 13/16 ¼ 5/8
3 5s 0.083 0.090 0.116 1/8 1/8 T 1/8
10s 0.120 0.131 0.168 3/16 3/16 T 3/16
40 0.216 0.235 0.302 ¼ 5/16 T ¼
80 0.300 0.327 0.420 3/8 7/16 ¼ 3/8
160 0.438 0.477 0.613 ½ 5/8 ¼ ½
xx 0.600 0.654 0.840 11/16 7/8 ¼ 11/16
3 ½ 5s 0.083 0.090 0.116 1/8 1/8 T 1/8
10s 0.120 0.131 0.168 3/16 3/16 T 3/16
40 0.226 0.246 0.316 ¼ 5/16 T ¼
80 0.318 0.347 0.445 1/8 ½ ¼ 3/8
4 5s 0.083 0.090 0.116 1/8 1/8 T 1/8
10s 0.120 0.131 0.168 3/16 3/16 T 3/16
40 0.237 0.258 0.332 5/16 3/8 T 5/16
80 0.337 0.367 0.472 3/8 ½ ¼ 3/8
120 0.438 0.477 0.613 ½ 5/8 ¼ ½
160 0.531 0.579 0.743 5/8 ¾ ¼ 5/8
xx 0.674 0.735 0.944 ¾ 1 ¼ ¾
5 5s 0.109 0.119 0.153 1/8 3/16 T
10s 0.134 0.146 0.188 3/16 3/16 T
40 0.258 0.281 0.361 5/16 3/8 ¼
80 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼ NA
120 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
160 0.625 0.681 0.875 11/16 7/8 ¼
xx 0.750 0.818 1.050 7/8 1 1/16 ¼
6 5s 0.109 0.119 0.153 1/8 3/16 T
10s 0.134 0.146 0.188 3/16 3/16 T
40 0.280 0.305 0.392 5/16 7/16 ¼
80 0.432 0.471 0.605 ½ 5.8 ¼ NA
120 0.562 0.613 0.787 5/8 13/16 ¼
160 0.719 0.784 1.007 13/16 1 1/16 ¼
xx 0.864 0.942 1.210 1 1¼ ¼
8 5s 0.109 0.119 0.153 1/8 3/16 T
10s 0.148 0.161 0.207 1/8 ¼ T
20 0.250 0.273 0.350 3/16 3/8 ¼
30 0.277 0.302 0.388 5/16 7/16 ¼
40 0.322 0.351 0.451 3/8 ½ ¼
60 0.406 0.443 0.568 ½ 5/8 ¼ NA
80 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
100 0.594 0.647 0.832 11/16 7/8 ¼
120 0.719 0.784 1.007 13/16 1 1/16 ¼
140 0.812 0.885 1.137 15/16 1 3/16 ¼
160 0.906 0.988 1.268 1 1 5/16 ¼
xx 0.875 0.954 1.225 1 1¼ ¼
10 5s 0.134 0.146 0.188 1/8 3/16 T
10s 0.165 0.180 0.231 3/16 ¼ T NA
20 0.250 0.273 0.350 5/16 3/8 ¼

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NPS Sched T 1.09 T 1.4 T A(B31.1) A(B31.3) B C
10 30 0.307 0.335 0.430 3/8 7/16 ¼
40 0.365 0.398 0.511 7/16 9/16 ¼
60 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
80 0.594 0.647 0.832 11/16 7/8 ¼
80s 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼ NA
100 0.719 0.784 1.007 13/16 1 1/16 ¼
120 0.844 0.920 1.182 15/16 1 3/16 ¼
140 1.000 1.090 1.400 1 1/16 1 7/16 ¼
160 1.125 1.226 1.575 1¼ 1 5/8 ¼
xx 1.000 1.090 1.400 1 1/8 1 7/16 ¼
12 5s 0.156 0.170 0.218 3/16 ¼ T
10s 0.180 0.196 0.252 ¼ 5/16 T
20 0.250 0.273 0.350 5/16 3/8 ¼
30 0.250 0.360 0.462 3/8 ½ ¼
40 0.330 0.443 0.568 ½ 5/8 ¼
40s 0.406 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼
STD 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼
60 0.562 0.613 0.787 5/8 13/16 ¼ NA
80 0.688 0.750 0.963 ¾ 1 ¼
80s 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
100 0.844 0.920 1.182 15/16 1 3/16 ¼
120 1.000 1.090 1.400 1 1/8 1 7/16 ¼
140 1.125 1.226 1.575 1¼ 1 5/8 ¼
160 1.312 1.430 1.837 1 7/16 1 7/8 ¼
x 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
xx 1.000 1.090 1.400 1 1/8 7/16 ¼
14 5s 0.156 0.170 0.218 3/16 ¼ T
10 0.250 0.273 0.350 5/16 3/8 ¼
10s 0.188 0.205 0.263 ¼ 5/16 T
20 0.312 0.340 0.437 3/8 7/16 ¼
30 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼
40 0.438 0.477 0.613 ½ 5/8 ¼
40s 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼ NA
60 0.594 0.647 0.832 11/16 7/8 ¼
80 0.750 0.818 1.050 7/8 1 1/16 ¼
80s 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
100 0.938 1.022 1.313 1 1/16 1 5/16 ¼
120 1.094 1.192 1.532 1¼ 1 9/16 ¼
140 1.250 1.363 1.750 1 3/8 1¾ ¼
160 1.406 1.533 1.968 1 9/16 2 ¼
x 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
16 5s 0.165 0.180 0.231 3/16 ¼ T
10 0.250 0.273 0.350 5/16 3/8 ¼
10s 0.188 0.205 0.263 ¼ 5/16 T
20 0.312 0.340 0.437 3/8 7/16 ¼
30 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼
40 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
40s 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼
NA
60 0.656 0.715 0.918 ¾ 15/16 ¼
80 0.844 0.920 1.182 15/16 1 3/16 ¼
80s 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
100 1.031 1.124 1.443 1 1/8 1 ½ ¼
120 1.219 1.329 1.707 1 3/8 1¾ ¼
140 1.438 1.567 2.013 1 9/16 2 1/16 ¼
160 1.594 1.737 2.232 1¾ 2¼ ¼
18 5s 0.165 0.180 0.231 3/16 ¼ T
10 0.250 0.273 0.350 5/16 3/8 ¼ NA
10s 0.188 0.205 0.263 ¼ 5/16 T
20 0.312 0.340 0.437 3/8 7/16 ¼

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NPS Sched T 1.09 T 1.4 T A(B31.1) A(B31.3) B C
18 STD 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼
30 0.438 0.477 0.613 ½ 5/8 ¼
40 0.562 0.613 0.787 5/8 13/16 ¼
40s 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼
60 0.750 0.818 1.050 7/8 1 1/16 ¼
80 0.938 1.022 1.313 1 1/16 1 3/8 ¼ NA
80s 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
100 1.156 1.260 1.618 1 5/16 1 5/8 ¼
120 1.375 1.499 1.925 1 ½ 1 15/16 ¼
140 1.562 1.703 2.187 1¾ 2 3/16 ¼
160 1.781 1.941 2.493 2 2 ½ ¼
x 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
20 5s 0.188 0.205 0.263 ¼ 5/16 T
10 0.250 0.273 0.350 5/16 3/8 ¼
10s 0.218 0.238 0.305 ¼ 5/16 T
20 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼
30 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
40 0.594 0.647 0.832 11/16 7/8 ¼
40s 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼ NA
60 0.812 0.885 1.137 15/16 1 3/16 ¼
80 1.031 1.124 1.443 1 1/8 1 ½ ¼
80s 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
100 1.281 1.396 1.793 1 7/16 1 13/16 ¼
120 1.500 1.635 2.100 1 11/16 2 1/8 ¼
140 1.750 1.908 2.450 1 15/16 2 ½ ¼
160 1.969 2.146 2.757 2 13/16 2 13/16 ¼
22 5s 0.188 0.205 0.263 ¼ 5/16 T
10 0.250 0.273 0.350 5/16 3/8 ¼
10s 0.218 0.238 0.305 5/16 5/16 T
20 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼
30 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
40s 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼
NA
60 0.875 0.954 1.225 1 1¼ ¼
80 1.125 1.226 1.575 1¼ 1 5/8 ¼
80s 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
100 1.375 1.499 1.925 1 ½ 1 15/16 ¼
120 1.625 1.771 2.275 1 13/16 2 5/16 ¼
140 1.975 2.153 2.765 2 3/16 2 13/16 ¼
160 2.125 2.316 2.975 2 3/8 3 ¼
24 5s 0.218 0.238 0.305 5/16 5/16 T
10 0.250 0.273 0.350 5/16 3/8 ¼
10s 0.250 0.273 0.350 5/16 3/8 ¼
20 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼
30 0.562 0.613 0.787 5/8 13/16 ¼
40 0.688 0.750 0.968 ¾ 1 ¼
40s 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼
60 0.969 1.056 1.357 1 1/16 1 3/8 ¼ NA
80 1.219 1.329 1.707 1 3/8 1¾ ¼
80s 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
100 1.531 1.669 2.143 1 11/16 2 3/16 ¼
120 1.812 1.975 2.537 2 2 9/16 ¼
140 2.062 2.248 2.887 2¼ 2 15/16 ¼
160 2.344 2.555 3.282 2 9/16 3 5/16 ¼
x 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
30 10 0.312 0.340 0.437 3/8 7/16 ¼
STD 0.375 0.409 0.525 7/16 9/16 ¼ NA
20 0.500 0.545 0.700 9/16 ¾ ¼
30 0.625 0.681 0.875 11/16 7/8 ¼

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NOTES:
1. The A, B, and C dimensions are the minimum fractional dimensions that satisfy the Codes.
A(B31.1) is 1.09T raised to next higher 1/16". A(B31.3) is 1.4T raised to next higher 1/16".
2. T is defined as the nominal pipe wall thickness.
3. The A dimension is the lesser of A or the thickness of the hub.
4. The C dimension is the lesser of C as listed herein or the thickness of the socket wall.
5. This table is not applicable when pipe is purchased to other than schedule, standard, XS, and
XXS wall thicknesses.

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APPENDIX K – CLEANING CARBON AND STAINLESS STEEL PIPE

GENERAL

The various types of contamination and the methods suitable for their removal are listed in Table 1.
Reference ASTM A380 for more information on cleaning and descaling stainless steels.
Information on the types of contamination that must be removed shall be obtained from project
specifications or consultation with the appropriate design authority.
The amount of free iron contamination that can be tolerated and the extent of the surface area to be
tested shall be specified by the appropriate Design Authority.
INSPECTION

All pipe cleaned in accordance with this Appendix should be inspected to determine the effectiveness of
the cleaning method used.
Cleaning methods that are employed solely for the removal of dirt, paint, metal chips, filings, flux, slag,
weld spatter, scale, rust, or other types of contamination that are easily seen should be visually inspected
with the unaided eye to ensure that the contaminants have been removed. This inspection should include
interior surfaces.
When cleaning methods are used for the purpose of removing grease, oil, waxes, or other contaminants
that may exist as a thin film, items should be wiped with a clean, white, solvent dampened cloth to ensure
that the contamination has been removed.
Removal of free iron contamination should be confirmed through the use of a ferroxyl test. The ferroxyl
test is highly sensitive and is required only when traces of free iron or iron oxide would be unacceptable.
400 Series stainless steels may contain a gray smut after acid treatments. This smut must be removed
by a thorough washing using water, detergent, and scrub brushes before ferroxyl testing, or the test will
be positive.
SAFETY

Use of compressed air creates a hazard from flying particles. Use proper eye protection.
Mechanical cleaning with power tools using wire brushes, grinding wheels, and sanding attachments
presents hazards from flying particles and rotating shafts. Use protective clothing and eye protection, and
ensure that clothing will not become entangled in the equipment.
Abrasive blast cleaning presents hazards to personnel. Protective clothing, eye protection, and in some
cases respiratory protection are required for safe operation.
Use of acids and cleaning agents presents hazards to the environment and personnel. Environmental
restrictions on the use and disposal of cleaning solutions must be adhered to. Face shields, rubber
gloves, protective clothing, and respiratory protection may be required when using corrosive chemicals
and proprietary cleaners. Consideration should be given to the proximity of safety showers and eyewash
stations.
CLEANING METHODS

Method A-1, Water Flush.

Flush pipe with clean water, on stainless steel use only water having a chloride content less than 50 ppm
for the final flush. (Note: domestic water generally contains less than 2 ppm chlorides).
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Method A-2, Steam or Air Blow

Blow pipe with clean, dry, compressed air or steam. Use sufficient volume of air to create a high velocity
stream in the pipe. If air is supplied form compressors, they shall be equipped with moisture separators,
oil separators, traps, and/or filters, as required to ensure that the air is clean and dry.
Method B, Steam Cleaning.
Use steam at pressures from 50 to 75 psi in conjunction with cleaning agents such as emulsions,
detergents, solvents, and alkalis. Proprietary cleaners may contain harmful ingredients such as chlorides
or sulfur, which may adversely affect the material to be cleaned, especially in the case of stainless steel.
The manufacturer of the cleaning agent should be contacted prior to its use when any doubt exists.
Drain pipe and flush with clean water, use chloride free water on stainless steel. (See method A-1)
Blow dry with clean, dry, compressed air. (See method A-2)
Method C-1, Blast Cleaning
Clean, previously unused glass beads, iron free silica, walnut shells, or alumina sand are required for
abrasive blasting of stainless steel pipe. For carbon steel pipe use sand, steel shot, or steel grit. Blast
clean inside and outside surfaces as required.
Use clean, dry, compressed air. (See method A-2)
Follow with procedure A-1 or A-2.
Method C-2, Mechanical Cleaning
Wire brushing, sanding, and grinding are suitable methods for localized removal of scale and spatter left
by welding. Stainless steel wire brushes are required for use on stainless steel pipe. Grinding wheels,
wire brushes, and sanding materials containing iron, iron oxide, or zinc, or those previously used on other
metals, shall not be used to clean stainless steel pipe.
Method D-1, Dehydration of Carbon Steel Pipe for Low Temperature Service Using Nitrogen
This procedure is recommended for removal of small amounts of moisture that may exist in a nominally
dry system.
Evacuate system to an absolute pressure of 5 mm of mercury or less. If it is necessary to dehydrate an
outdoor system when the temperature is less than 360 F, special precautions must be taken to ensure
proper dehydration. These may include sweeping with dry gas, circulating warm water or brine,
blanketing of equipment, or using electric resistance heaters.
Difficulty in achieving the required vacuum may be due to presence of excess moisture in the system,
leakage of air into the system, a faulty or inadequate vacuum pump, or the presence of absorbed
refrigerant or moisture in the vacuum pump oil.
If a leak is the suspected cause of insufficient vacuum, perform a leak test of the required sensitivity to
locate the leak(s) and repair.
When the required vacuum is reached, isolate the vacuum pump and let the system stand for a minimum
of 4 hours. A pressure rise of not more than .4mm of mercury during this period will indicate sufficient
dehydration. After the system is completely dehydrated, charge it with an inert dry gas suitable to the use
of the line. Build up pressure to 50% of design pressure, tag and seal the system until start-up.
Method D-2, Dehydration of Carbon Steel Pipe for Low Temperature Service by the Alcohol
Method
This procedure is recommended where small amounts of water are suspected in the system, such as in
pockets, fittings, and valves.
Drain and dry the system with clean, dry, compressed air. Use resistance testing to ensure that the
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Fill the system with alcohol (methanol preferred). Make sure all high spots are vented, and the system is
completely wetted with alcohol, then completely drain the alcohol from the system.
Pull a vacuum on the system, test and fill with inert gas per procedure D-1 above.
Method E-1, Sulfuric Acid Cleaning of Carbon Steel Pipe
Acid cleaning is not effective for removal of greases, oils, and waxes. Surfaces should be pre-cleaned
using method B.
Pickle with a solution containing 5 to 10 weight percent inhibited sulfuric acid until all scale and rust are
removed (pickling times of 15 to 20 minutes are normal). Heat and maintain pickling solution between
1600F and 1800F.
Pump solution through pipe or immerse in a pickling tank. Immediately flush with clean water followed by
a hot water rinse containing one half ounce per gallon of sodium carbonate (Na2CO3) or tri-sodium
phosphate (TSP -- Na3PO4).
Flush with rust inhibitor consisting of 0.5% sodium nitrite (NaNO2), 0.25% disodium phosphate (Na2HPO4)
and 0.25% monosodium phosphate (NaH2PO4). Dry to conform to system requirements.

Methods F-1 Through 13, Use of Acid for Descaling or Cleaning Stainless Steel
General

Descaling is the removal of heavy, tightly adherent oxide films resulting from hot-forming, heat treatment,
welding and other high-temperature operations. Descaling methods are outlined in Table 2, Part I.
Cleaning is the removal of surface contaminants to enhance appearance and corrosion resistance, and to
prevent the contamination of product. Cleaning methods are outlined in Table 2, Parts II and III.
Passivation is generally not needed except in cases where the material will not be exposed to air or other
oxygen containing environment long enough to establish a passive film. Cleaning and Passivation
methods are listed in Table 2, Part III.
Precautions

Exposure to the descaling solutions in Table 2, Part I, for more than 30 minutes must be avoided. Drain
and rinse the item and re-apply the treatment if required. Intermittent scrubbing with a stainless steel or
fiber brush may facilitate the removal of heavy scale.
Use of nitric-hydrofluoric acid solutions on stainless steel may produce intergranular attack in cases
where the metal has been sensitized by welding or improper heat treatment. This can lead to stress
corrosion cracking under service conditions, and is not recommended. In the case of weldments, only
those of the low carbon and stabilized grades may be safely treated with these solutions.
Hardenable 400 Series, managing, and precipitation hardening alloys in the hardened condition are
subject to intergranular attack and hydrogen embrittlement when exposed to acids. Use mechanical or
other chemical methods whenever possible. If acid treatment is unavoidable, parts shall be heated to 250
- 3000F for 24 hours to drive off hydrogen.
Severe pitting may result from prolonged exposure to acid solutions if the solution becomes depleted or if
the concentration of metallic salts becomes too high as a result of prolonged use of the solution. For the
methods in Table 2, part I, limit dissolved iron concentration to 5 weight %. Limit the concentration of
dissolved iron to 2 weight % for all other methods listed in Table 2.
Method for Using Acid Solutions to Clean and Descale Stainless Steel

Acid treatments are not effective for removal of greases, oils, and waxes. Surfaces should be pre-
cleaned using procedure B if these contaminants are present.

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Select appropriate treatment from Table 2. Total immersion is the preferred method of application, but
the acid solution may be circulated around or through the item, or the item may be swabbed or sprayed
so that all surfaces receive the required treatment.
All items exposed to acid solutions must be thoroughly rinsed at the completion of the treatment. To
minimize staining, the item must not be allowed to dry between steps. If necessary, a neutralizer solution
may be used, followed by a final hot water rinse. Final rinse water shall contain less than 50 ppm
chlorides.
Items are to be thoroughly dried after final rinsing.

References
1) KIE Freon Refrigeration System, Leak Testing, Dehydration and Charging
2) Steel Structures Painting Council:
Systems and Specifications, Steel Structures Painting Manual, Volume 2
Good Painting Practice, Volume 1, Chapter 3.2 Pickling Steel Surfaces.

Tables
Table 1 - Contamination Types and Removal Procedures
Table 2 - Cleaning and Descaling Stainless Steel

TABLE 1 - CONTAMINATION TYPES AND REMOVAL PROCEDURES

Types of Removal
Contamination Procedures

Dirt, Metal Chips, and Filings A-1, A-2, B

Oil, Paint, Grease Wax, Varnish B

Moisture D-1, D-2

Weld Spatter, Rust, Scale, Slag, Free Iron C-1, C-2, E-1, E-2, F-1 through 13

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TABLE 2 -- CLEANING AND DESCALLING STAINLESS STEEL

Treatment
Alloy Condition Method Solution Temperature Time,
Volume%B P Minutes
Part 1 Acid Descaling of Stainless Steel

200, 300, and 400 Series, precipitation fully annealed only F-1 H2SO3, 8-11% Follow by 150-180 5-45 maxD
hardening and managing alloys (except free method F-4 or F-6
machining alloys).A

200 and 300 Series, 400 Series containing Cr fully annealed only F-2 HNO3, 15-25% plus HF 1- 70-140 max 6-30D
16% or more, precipitation-hardening alloys 8%F
(except free machining alloys). A

All free machining alloys and 400 Series fully annealed only F-3 HNO3 10-15% plus HF 70 (up to 140 with 6-30D
containing less than Cr 16%. A 0.5-1.5%F caution)

Part II Cleaning With Nitric-Hydrofluoric Acid

200 and 300 Series, 400 Series containing 16% fully annealed only F-4 HNO3, 6-25% plus 70-140 as necessary
Cr or more, and precipitation hardening alloys HF 0.5-8%E,F
(except free machining alloys).

Free machining alloys, maraging alloys, and fully annealed only F-5 HNO3, 10% plus 70 (up to 140 with 1-2
400 Series containing less than Cr 16%. HF 0-5-1.5%E,F caution)
Part IIII Cleaning and Passivation with Nitric Acid Solution

200 and 300 Series, 400 Series, precipitation annealed, cold rolled or F-6 HNO3, 20-50% 120-160 10-30
hardening and maraging alloys containing 16% work hardened, with 70-100 30-60F
Cr or more (except free-machining alloys).G dull or non-reflective
surfaces

annealed, cold rolled or

work hardened, with F-7 HNO3, 20-40% plus 120-155 10-30
bright machined or Na2Cr2O7. 2H20, 70-100 30-60F
polished surfaces 2-6 weight %

400 Series, maraging and precipitation annealed or hardened F-8 HNO3, 20-50% 110-130 15-30
hardening alloys containing less than Cr 16%, with dull or non- 70-100 60
high carbon straight Cr alloys (except free reflective surface
machining alloys).G
annealed or hardened
with bright machined or F-9 HNO3, 20-25% plus 120-130 20-30
polished surfaces Na2Cr2O7. 2H20, 70-100 30-60
2-6 weight %
200, 300, 400 Series free-machining alloys.G annealed or hardened F-10I HNO3, 20-50% plus 70-120 25-30
with bright machined or Na2Cr2O7. 2H20,
polished surfaces 2-6 weight %

F-11H HNO3, 1-2% plus 120-140 10

Na2Cr2O7. 2H20,
1-5 weight %

F-12 HNO3, 12% plus 120-140 10

CuSo4. SH2O,
4 weight %

Special free machining 400 Series alloys with annealed or hardened F-13 HNO3, 40-60% plus 110-130 20-30
more than Mn 1.25%, or more than 0.40%.G with bright machined or Na2Cr2O7. 2H20,
polished surfaces 2-6 weight %

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Notes:
A
This is also applicable to the cast grades equivalent to the families of wrought materials listed.
B
Solution prepared form reagents of the following weight %: H2SO4 98, HNO3, 67, HF, 70.
C
Tight scale may be removed by a dip in this solution for a few minutes, followed by a water rinse
and nitric-hydrofluoric treatment as noted.
D
Minimum contact times necessary to obtain the desired surfaces should be used in order to
prevent over pickling. Tests should be made to establish correct procedure for specific
applications.
E
For reasons of convenience and handling safety, commercial formulations containing fluoride
salts may be used in place of HF for preparing nitric-hydrofluoric acid solutions.
F
After pickling and water rinsing, an aqueous caustic pemanganate solution containing NaOH, 10
weight%, and KMnO4, 4 weight %, 160-180 F, 5-60 minutes, may be used as a final dip for
removal of smut, followed by a thorough rinsing and drying.
G
As an option, all 400 Series ferritic or martenitic parts may receive additional treatment as
follows: within one hour after the water rinse following the specified passivation treatment, all
parts shall be immersed in an aqueous solution containing 4 to 6 weight % Na2Cr2O7 2H2O at
140 to 1600F for 30 minutes. This immersion shall be followed by a through rinsing with clean
water, and thoroughly dried.
H
Shorter times may be acceptable where established by test.
I
High carbon and free machining alloys may be subject to etching or discoloration, use higher
acid concentrations to minimize this.
If fresh attack (clouding on stainless steel surface) occurs, a fresh (clean) passivating solution or
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APPENDIX L – BURIED PROCESS PIPE

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR BURIED PROCESS PIPE

Engineering and Construction must consider the following factors to assure safe operation of a buried piping system:
A. The selection of the proper pipe material, coating and lining and their compatibility with soil and fluid (input
from Materials Engineer, Vendor and past practice).
B. The judicious routing of the pipe to minimize natural risks such as soil settlement, flood or frost (input from
Geotechnical Engineer).
C. The structural design of the piping system (further discussed in this Appendix).
D. The proper trench preparation and pipe laying (further discussed in this Appendix).
E. The joining method and the quality of fabrication, examination and pressure testing which must comply
with ASME B31.3 if the piping is part of a process system.
F. The operation, periodic inspection and maintenance of the system.
G. The use of line markers, sufficient ground cover and controls to avoid excavation damage.

CONSTRUCTION
The Fabrication, Examination and Inspection requirements of ASME B31.3 apply.
In addition, special provisions from Federal, State, local and Site requirements apply.
Non-Process Standards provide useful guidance; they include:
AWWA C206 Field Welding of Steel Water Pipe
AWWA Standard C600, Installation of Ductile-Iron Water Mains and their Appurtenances.
AWWA Manual M23 PVC Pipe - Design and Installation
AWWA Manual M11 Steel Pipe
ASCE Manual No 60 Gravity Sanitary Sewer Design and Construction

DESIGN OF BURIED PROCESS PIPE

LOADS ON BURIED PIPE
Soil and Surface loads consist of Internal Pressure, Restrained Thermal Growth or Contraction, Soil Settlement,
Waterhammer, and Seismic (wave passage and differential movements) as applicable.

Design guidance for buried steel pipe may be found in “Design of Buried Steel Pipe,”
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APPENDIX M – MITERED JOINTS

The equations provided below may be used to determine the maximum allowable internal pressure for mitered
bends using the methods prescribed by ASME B31.3 paragraph 304.2.3. The designer performing these
calculations should review the B31.3 Code to ensure he understands all the required details.
NOTE: Mathcad shells for performing these calculations for maximum internal pressure in single and multiple miter
bends are available from the ESM Mechanical POC.

Step 1
Determine the total mechanical allowance (c) including the erosion and corrosion for the system in inches.
Step 2
Determine the material allowable stress (S) at the design temperature from Appendix A, B31.3 in psi.
Step 3
Determine the joint quality factor (E) from Appendix A, B31.3. For seamless pipe, E=1.
Step 4
Determine the outer diameter (D) and nominal wall thickness (Tnom) of the mitered pipe.
Step 5
Determine the geometric design configuration data: R1 is the radius of curvature measured to the centerline of the
pipe, θ is the angle of the mitered cut in degrees. See B31.3 Figure 304.2.3 for nomenclature. R1 shall not be less
than that calculated be equation M-1.
A D
R1 (M-1)
tan θ 2
where A has the following empirical values:

(T-c), in. A
≤0.5 1.0
0.5<(T-c)<0.88 2(T-c)
≥0.88 [2(T-c)/3]+1.17

Step 6
Calculate the minimum pipe wall thickness (nominal thickness minus mill tolerance).
T=0.875Tnom (M-2)
Step 7
Calculate the mean radius of the pipe using the nominal wall thickness.
D Tnom
r2 (M-3)
2
Step 8
The design pressure for the mitered bend is determined using the equations provided below.
a) For multiple mitered bend with θ ≤ 22.5 , Pm is the minimum of the equations M-4 and M-5:

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SE(T c) T c
Pm (M-4)
r2 (T c) 0.643 tanθ r2 (T c)

SE(T c) R 1 r2
Pm (M-5)
r2 R 1 0.5 r2
b) For single mitered bends with θ ≤ 22.5 , use equation M-4. Otherwise, Pm is given by
equation M-6.

SE(T c) T c
Pm (M-6)
r2 (T c) 1.25 tanθ r2 (T c)

Step 9
The miter pipe wall thickness (T) shall extend not less than a distance (M) from the insides crotch of the end miter
welds. See B31.3 Figure 304.2.3. The length of the taper at the end of the miter pipe may be included in the
distance (M). The required value of (M) is the larger of M-7 and M-8.

M 2.5(r 2 T) 0.5 (M-7)

M tanθ (R 1 r2 ) (M-8)

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APPENDIX N – BRANCH CONNECTIONS

The equations provided below may be used to determine the reinforcement requirements for a set-on branch
connection using the methods prescribed by ASME B31.3 paragraph 304.3.3. The acceptable details that can be
used with these equations are shown in figures 328.5.4D(1), (3), and (5). The equations below are based on no
reinforcement pad at the branch connections. The equations are used to determine the requirements for additional
reinforcement. The designer performing these calculations should review the B31.3 Code to ensure he
understands all the required details. These equations are only applicable when the branch opening in the header
pipe is a projection of the branch pipe inside diameter (i.e. the branch pipe is set on the header pipe).

NOTE: A Mathcad shell for calculations of reinforcement requirements for weld branch connections is available
from the ESM Mechanical POC.

Step 1
Determine the total mechanical allowance (c) including the erosion and corrosion for the system in inches and the
design pressure in psi.
Step 2
Determine the material allowable stress (S) at the design temperature from Appendix A, B31.3 in psi.
Step 3
Determine the joint quality factors (Eh and Eb) for the header and branch pipes from Appendix A, B31.3. For
seamless pipe, E=1.
Step 4
Determine the outer diameter (Dh and Db) and nominal wall thickness (Tnom,h and Tnom,b) of the header and branch
pipe.
Step 5
Determine the smaller angle (β) between the branch and the header. See Figure 304.3.3 of B31.3.
Step 6
Calculate the required pressure design wall thicknesses using the equations N-1 and N-2.
PD h
th (N-1)
2(SE 0.4P)
PD b
tb (N-2)
2(SE 0.4P)
Step 7
Calculate the required reinforcement area (A1)
A1= thd1(2-sin β) (N-3)
where d1= [Db-2(Tb-c)]/ sin β (N-4)
Tb= 0.875Tnom,b (N-5)

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Step 8
Calculate the available reinforcement area (A2) and (A3)
A2=(2d2-d1)(Th-th-c) (N-6)
A3=2L4(Tb-tb-c)/sin β (N-7)
where d2=max[d1,(Tb-c)+(Th-c)+d1/2] (N-8)
Th=0.875Tnom,h (N-9)
L4=min[2.5(Th-c), 2.5(Tb-c)] (N-10)
Step 9
Calculate the available reinforcement area (A4). Area A4 is the area of other metal provided by welds and properly
attached reinforcement. See B31.3 paragraph 328.5.4 for minimum required weld sizes.
Step 10
Calculate the required reinforcement area (Ar). If Ar is positive, additional reinforcement is required. If Ar is less
than or equal to zero, no additional reinforcement is required.
Ar= A1 – (A2 + A3 + A4) (N-11)

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APPENDIX O - SAFETY CLASS PIPING SYSTEMS

PURPOSE
This appendix provides guidance for application of Code requirements to safety class items.

SCOPE
The information in this appendix applies to all piping and components designated as safety class.

GENERAL
1) New Safety Class (SC) piping shall comply with all the requirements of ASME B31.3 Category M Fluid
Service unless restricted by other fluid service requirements.
2) Modifications and repairs to Safety Class piping shall comply with all the examination and testing
requirements of ASME B31.3 Category M Fluid Service unless restricted by other fluid service
requirements, except as permitted in Appendix P.
3) A sensitive leak test is not required for Safety Class systems unless the fluid service meets the
requirements for a Category M Fluid Service or when imposed by the requirements of the Alternative Leak
Test per B31.3 paragraph 345.1c.
4) When a facility has performed component level classification of piping systems only the specific
components and portion of the system classified as Safety Class are required to meet the Category M
requirements.

MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS
1) For safety class items, material traceability shall be maintained to the point of installation.

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APPENDIX P – REPAIRS, MODIFICATIONS AND MAINTENANCE

PURPOSE
This appendix provides guidance for application of B31.3 requirements to repairs, modifications and maintenance
of operating piping systems.

SCOPE
The information in this appendix applies to all piping systems for which ASME B31.3 applies.

GENERAL
Repairs and modifications to existing piping systems shall follow the requirements of the ASME B31.3 Code for
materials, design, fabrication and examination. At the Design Authority's option, the three alternatives of Section A,
B, or C below are acceptable to address the leak testing of repair and tie-in joints. All repair and modification joints
other than the tie-in joints shall meet all the requirements of the Code. Non-welding maintenance shall follow the
requirements of the ASME B31.3 Code for materials, design and fabrication. The examination and leak testing
requirements for non-welding maintenance shall be as specified by the Design Authority.
Table 1 Requirement Matrix1
Modification Repair Non-Welding Maintenance
Design B31.3 B31.3 B31.3
Materials B31.3 B31.3 B31.3
Fabrication2 B31.3 B31.3 B31.3
Examination B31.3 B31.3 Design Authority3
Leak Testing B31.3 B31.35 Design Authority4
Notes:
1) This Table applies to all functional classifications (SC, SS, ML-1, ML-2, ML-3, etc.)
2) Fabrication refers to all shop or field fabrication, erection, assembly or disassembly related to new installations, modifications, repairs, or non-
welding maintenance.
3) Unless restricted by other site or divisional requirements, the Design Authority is to determine the type and extent of examination. Performance of
examinations shall be in accordance with site QA requirements.
4) Unless restricted by other site or divisional requirements, the Design Authority is to determine the type and extent of leak testing, if any,
commensurate with the risk (likelihood and consequence) of leakage.
5) Also refer to sections A through C.

A REPAIR AND TIE-IN JOINTS THAT ARE CODE LEAK TESTED

Repair joints and tie-in joints in piping systems that are leak tested to the requirements of ASME
B31.3 paragraph 345 “Testing” shall meet the following requirements.
1) Repair and tie-in joints shall be examined to the requirements of the Code.
2) When the repair joints and tie-in joints are not included in the random selection of joints to
be examined, they shall be treated as a new and separate lot or lots of joints for
examination purposes. Examination percentages of other joints (i.e. shop welds) included in
the piping system repair or alteration may not be used to reduce the examination
requirements of repair or tie-in joints.
B REPAIR JOINTS AND TIE-IN JOINTS THAT ARE IN-SERVICE LEAK TESTED

Repair joints and tie-in joints in piping systems that can not be Code tested but can be In- Service
Leak tested to the requirements of paragraph 345.7, shall meet the following requirements. For
repair and tie-in joints that can not be Code tested, the In-Service Leak Test is permitted for
Normal and Category M fluid service.

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1) All repair and tie-in joints shall be examined to the requirements of paragraph 335
“Assembly and Erection”.
2) All butt-welded repair and tie-in joints shall be volumetrically examined to the requirements
of ASME B31.3. All butt weld repair and tie-in joints shall be designed so they can be
volumetrically examined, except as provided in 5.4.3.3. Welded branch connections used as
tie-in joints shall meet the requirements of Figure 328.5.4E as being suitable for 100%
radiography. For a normal fluid service the in-process examination alternative permitted in
paragraph 341.4.1(b)(1) may be specified on a weld for weld basis if approved by
engineering or the inspector. The in-process method shall be supplemented by appropriate
nondestructive examination.
3) Socket welded joints are allowed as repair and tie-in welds on sizes up to and including 2
inch pipe. Slip-on flanges are allowed in all pipe sizes. All socket and slip-on repair and tie-
in joints shall receive a PT or MT examination of the final completed welds.
4) An in-service leak test shall be performed on repair and tie-in joints per the requirements of
ASME B31.3 paragraphs 345.7.1 - 345.7.3 except as noted in C below.
C REPAIR AND TIE-IN JOINTS THAT CAN NOT BE TESTED

Repair and tie-in joints in piping systems that can be neither Code nor In-Service leak tested
shall meet the following requirements.
1) Repair and tie-in joints shall be full-penetration butt welds between straight sections of
piping of equal diameter and thickness, axially aligned, and of equivalent materials.
2) Repair and tie-in joints shall be volumetrically examined to the requirements of ASME
B31.3.
3) When mechanical joints are required to be used for maintenance and tie-in joints and
cannot be leak tested, these joints shall be examined to the requirements of paragraph 335
“Assembly and Erection”.

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APPENDIX Q - APPLICATION OF ASME B31.3 TO RADIOACTIVE FLUIDS

The processing of radioactive fluids is performed in many facilities at LANL. No section of the B31 Code of
Pressure Piping addresses radioactive fluids. When starting to address what code is applicable to radioactive
fluids, many engineers return to the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section III, Rules for the
Construction of Nuclear Power Plant Components. The scope of Section III is directly applicable to nuclear power
systems and does not apply to processing facilities. To address the application of radioactive fluids more directly,
an inquiry was sent to the ASME B31 Committee. Interpretation 12-20 clarifying the use of radioactive fluids in
processing facilities is provided below:
Question: In accordance with ASME B31.3-1993 Edition, may the owner apply B31.3 to piping
containing radioactive fluids in a chemical plant?
Reply: Yes, see the Introduction which states that, "If no section of the code for pressure piping
specifically covers the installation, the owner at his discretion may select any section determined to
be generally applicable... It should be noted, however, that requirements supplementing the Code
Section may be necessary to provide safe piping for the intended application".
Interpretation 12-20 stresses the need for requirements supplementing the Code for radioactive fluid services.
Based on Interpretation 12-20, two issues need to be addressed to apply ASME B31.3 to a radioactive fluid
service. First, when will a fluid service be considered radioactive. Second, what are reasonable supplementary
requirements to apply. The following definition and requirements are provided to support the use of ASME B31.3
for radioactive fluid processing. The owner and/or the designer may specify additional requirements that are
deemed necessary to provide a safe piping system design.
The following definition of a radioactive fluid applies to activities addressed by this guide:
Radioactive Fluid – A fluid with sufficient radioactivity that leakage from a piping system could cause an area to
exceed the contamination limits imposed by P121, Chapter 14, Table 14-2.
The following minimum additional requirement should be applied to systems containing radioactive fluids:
1) Radioactive fluids cannot be excluded from the scope of ASME B31.3.
2) Radioactive fluids cannot be classified as Category D fluid service.
Additional requirements supplementing the B31.3 Code may be required to ensure a safe design for radioactive
fluid services.

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APPENDIX R – DEFINITION OF ACRONYMS

AISC American Institute of Steel Construction

API American Petroleum Institute
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineering
AWS American Welding Society
AWWA American Water Works Association
B&PV Boiler and Pressure Vessel
CLSM Controlled Low Strength Material (flowable fill)
CMTR Certified Mill Test Report
CPVC Chlorinated Polyvinyl chloride
DOE Department of Energy
DR Design Ratio
EJMA Expansion Joint Manufacturers Association
EPDM Ethylene-propylene-diene monomer
ESM LANL Engineering Standards Manual
IBC International Building Code
IGSCC Intergranular Stress-corrosion Cracking
IRHD International Rubber Hardness Degree
LANL Los Alamos National Laboratory
MSS Manufacturers Standardization Society
NFPA National Fire Protection Association
NMED New Mexico Environment Department
NPH Natural Hazard Phenomena
NPS Nominal Pipe Size
OD Outer Diameter
PE Polyethylene
POC Point-of-Contact
P-Spec or PS Piping Specification
PTC Performance Test Code
PTFE Polytetraflouroethylene
PVC Polyvinyl chloride
RTFE Reinforced Polytetraflouroethylene
SCC See IGSCC
SDR Standard Design Ratio
SRSS Square root sum of squares modal combination method
UHMWPE Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene

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