May 16, 2008 · Hi, ASME B31.3 calculation for Hydrostatic Pressure Test can be limited follows: (c) if the test pressure as defined above would produce a nominal pressure stress or …

Mar 7, 2012 · Hi all, according to B31.3, the inspector is independent of the fabrication company or erector, and inspection does not releive the fabricator from providing examination services …

Jul 20, 2012 · Peers, As per ASME B31.3 Table 341.3.2 Acceptance criteria for welds, is it important to meet all the acceptable values mentioned in the criteria. For eg. lack of root …

Sep 10, 2018 · Question (2): In accordance with ASME B31.3-.1996 Edition, para. 335. 1.1 (c), do the requirements apply to all pipe sizes and pressure rating classes? Reply (2): Yes. This will …

Dec 9, 2008 · I need to qualify a welding procedure in accordance with Section IX, with the supplementary essential variables for Charpy impact testing as required by ASME B31.3. The …

Jan 12, 2005 · This still substantially exceeds the 25,000 psi that ASME B31.3 would seem to permit for this bolt. That is just one example, but my experience indicates that virtually all the …

Nov 21, 2011 · Hi all, (a) Category D Fluid Service: a fluid service in which all the following apply: (1) the fluid handled is nonflammable, nontoxic, and not damaging to human tissues as …

Nov 5, 2024 · Dear All, Is it correct to assume that a wet sour gas with 20% H₂S and 40% CO₂ could potentially fall under Category M (ASME B31.3) due to the high hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) …

Mar 19, 2002 · According to B31.3 Para. 345.2.3(c) for closure welds, this may be done as long as all components have been leak tested successfully, undergo in-process examination as per …

Mar 12, 2015 · Dear metengr, it means PWHT is mandatory for thickness less than 1", however above 1" can be exempted due to preheat. What is the effective date of B31.3-2014 ? is there …