Hi,
According to ASME II Part D Table 3, the Maximum Allowable Stress S for a Section VIII Div. 1 bolting material is Su/5.
However, the default preload stress of a flange bolt according to ASME PCC-1 is 50%Sy, well above the Allowable Stress S.
Thus, if preload is applied correctly, the bolt...
Hi all,
I have a problem when trying to seal the pressurized casing in the image below.
Initially, I have thought about 2 axial o-rings and 2 longitudinal o-rings (as shown), but I don't know how to avoid possible leakage at the o-ring interfaces.
The fluid is cyclopentane at 260 °C.
Do you...