Do bottom plates of API tank can be butt-welded?
Do bottom plates of API tank can be butt-welded?
(OP)
Hello.
I am inspecting a tank in construction, which diameter is 32 ft and total height is 31.5 ft. The plates of the bottom was welded by means of butt-weld junction. Is this allowable by API 650?
Regards,
Eng. Orangel Roca
Caracas, Venezuela
I am inspecting a tank in construction, which diameter is 32 ft and total height is 31.5 ft. The plates of the bottom was welded by means of butt-weld junction. Is this allowable by API 650?
Regards,
Eng. Orangel Roca
Caracas, Venezuela





RE: Do bottom plates of API tank can be butt-welded?
it is required for some tanks, see AL.5.1.1, I.7.4, J.3.1.5, etc.
RE: Do bottom plates of API tank can be butt-welded?