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    ASME B16.34 section 6.4 valve joints question

    Hello, We have been engaged in a raging debate about interpretation on the calculation of Ag defined in ASME B16.34 sections 6.4.1 and 6.4.2 as it pertains to ball valves. Specifically, we are discussing section 6.4.2 and the bolts between the adapters and body. As the spec reads "Ag = area...
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    stem MAST calculations per API 6D 6.17.1

    Hello, When verifying stem MAST calculations against API 6D 6.17.1, should the ASME BPVC II pD allowable stress at temperature be used to get the "design torque" or should the yield limit of the material be used? Any thoughts?
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    API 6D 6.17.3 question

    Hello, API 6D section 6.17.3 states: My question is simple. What is "the overlap contact angle between the seat and obturator" (ball)? Thanks. Jeff
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    stress averaging across collectors

    Hello, To confirm my fears, I created a simply test model that consists of one plate that I split into two collectors, to which I apply a simple tensile load. At the interface of the two collectors, the contours do not match up. All properties are the same between the two collectors. After...

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