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Packed Joint Query

Packed Joint Query

Packed Joint Query

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Hi all

Anybody know of a rational way to pressure-rate a packed joint?

This would be a type of joint using something like a stuffing box, rope packing and packing gland.

They are fairly common in S&T heat exchangers in the form of test rings, used for leak testing a shell/bundle at ambient temps with a shell cover removed.

Some customers seem suprised that we do not advise using them in 60" dia. at 700 psi, so a rational rating method would be very helpful.

Any ideas? Thanks in advance.

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