Knock out pots as "Piping Components"
Knock out pots as "Piping Components"
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If a knock out pot is constructed simply out of 18 inch pipe and fittings, can it be considered a "piping component" under API to avoid relief calculations? Probably the only credible scenario would be fire (that is, if its not considered a piping component). The equipment is not otherwise exposed to pressures exceeding 15 psi.
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RE: Knock out pots as "Piping Components"
ASME Section 8, Div 1 has a good section discussing what is and isn't a pressure vessel. I don't remember exactly where it starts, will have to check tomorrow at work.