"W" Factor (Weld Joint)
"W" Factor (Weld Joint)
(OP)
Is it necessary to use the "W" factor in the calculating thickness for pressure piping? Trying to change a pipeline and would like to know the reason for considering this in the calculations.
Thanks.
Thanks.





RE: "W" Factor (Weld Joint)
2) B31.3 is for piping, not pipelines.
3) What do you mean with 'change a pipeline'?
4) Do you mean the weld joint strength reduction factor W as per 302.3.5(e) of B31.3:2010?
5) Read 302.3.5(e), your answer is probably in there.