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Constant in minimum tube thickness formula for boiler tubes

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coolniks37

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Feb 7, 2013
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In Indian Boiler Reg 338, for minimum thickness of tube a formula is given. Then a constant C is added.
C=0.75 (if pressure <70kg) and C=0 if pressure >70kg
Why is this required and what happens at 70kg pressure ?

Also in ASME formula,PG27, t=formula + .005D
What is the implication of 0.005D? Why is it required?
 
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In the ASME formula, 0.005D is not corrosion allowance.
 
The 0.005D is an additive term by Section I for conservatism.
 
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