I refer to Par. J.3.8.3 of API650
The required safety factor of 4 is referred to Tensile strength or Yield Strength of material.
Why I must double the load acting on a lug ?
If a customer require 1.5 or 1.25 I may assume this value or I must assume 2 ?
Many thanks in advance
The required safety factor of 4 is referred to Tensile strength or Yield Strength of material.
Why I must double the load acting on a lug ?
If a customer require 1.5 or 1.25 I may assume this value or I must assume 2 ?
Many thanks in advance
