API 686; Chapter 8 Section 3
API 686; Chapter 8 Section 3
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Can anyone help with questions pertaining to API 686.
I have received an RFQ for an ASME B31.3 system with a requirement for cleanliness to API 686, Chapter 8, Section 3. As we are primarily an ASME shop, we do not keep all API specs on hand.
From the online information I have found I believe this spec pertains to mechanical and/or rotating equipment. I need to determine if a system with no rotating equipment (i.e. pumps, blowers, etc)but only piping is within the scope of this spec.
Any help is appreciated.
I have received an RFQ for an ASME B31.3 system with a requirement for cleanliness to API 686, Chapter 8, Section 3. As we are primarily an ASME shop, we do not keep all API specs on hand.
From the online information I have found I believe this spec pertains to mechanical and/or rotating equipment. I need to determine if a system with no rotating equipment (i.e. pumps, blowers, etc)but only piping is within the scope of this spec.
Any help is appreciated.





RE: API 686; Chapter 8 Section 3
API 686, Chapter 8, Section 3 is titled "Lubrication System Installation".
There are sections pertaining to Mechanical Cleaning of Piping (3.4) and Chemical Cleaning of Carbon Steel Piping Systems (3.5). Section 3.1 - Receiving and Protection may likely apply as well.
You may very well be required to clean and protect the piping for a lubrication system used for rotating equipment. It may be beneficial to have this Std in house as there is useful information pertaining to QA/QC work - just a thought.
This section is ~10 pages in length.
Hope this helps!
Good Luck!
-pmover