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I am looking for some assistance in clarifying the calculation of a Class 2 flange per App Y, specifically how to decipher/interpret Y-6.3 (a) (1-4). This whole Y-6.2 section on Class 2 seems overly contorted and hard to follow (at least for me) and I have puzzled over this for a...
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I am new to the valve/actuator game and am trying to learn quickly on the job regarding the ins and outs of the various options. I have tried talking to various vendors learn more, but I get the run around (distributors say to talk to the manufacturers who say to talk to the...
I am using the "User" Seismic inputs to apply horizontal & vertical accelerations to a vertical pressure vessel supported with 4 lugs. I have input both vertical and horizontal accelerations, but in looking at the lug calculation report, it does not appear that the additional force from the...
With respect to VIII, Div. 1, who has design responsibility for a vessel? Is it generally the U stamp holder whether they design the vessel themselves or contract the service?
Is there a clear position from the National Board?
The way I view it is that I am hiring the U stamp holder to supply...
-SA-320, B8, Cl1 bolt material is classified as low strength in ASME B16.5.
-ASME B16.5 limits low strength bolting to 300# ratings or less.
-SA-320, B8, Cl2 bolting is classified as intermediate strength per ASME B16.5 and can be used in any flange rating (with qualifications on verifying the...
