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shell plate insert for nozzle removal

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bhart192

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we have two nozzle penetrations 2" & 4" which are to be removed , 1/4" shell wall , table 9.1 in API 653 dimension "R" requires 6" radius for a shell insert patch ,in another para 9.3.1.7 list the minimum shell plate dimension as 4" , do we need to use a 12" round flush insert plate.
 
12" is your minimum size. 9.3.1.7 is for lap welded patches - yours is a butt welded insert patch plate.
 
Uuuum..... Why must the tank nozzles be removed ??? What is the liquid in the tank ???

(Please don't answer "Because the boss wants them removed ...)

MJCronin
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