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API-650: minimum temp? 1

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Is there a minimum temp restriction with API-650?
 
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There is a minimum temperature permitted for every grade of steel material listed in API-650. The limit is based on thickness, chemistry, heat treatment, supply condition and possibly impact testing. It's a simple question with complicated answers. Did you have something more specific in mind?

Steve Braune
Tank Industry Consultants
 
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Steve,

Basically I was wondering if there was a set min temp or if it was material dependant....you answered my question - thank you.
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