What is the best way to identify an line already in service as SA 106B or API 5L X-42 using non-destructive techniques? The carbon contents are similar so I don't think we can use carbon content. How does X-42 get it's strength - by heat treatment? Do other elements play a role also? Thank...
What coating should I use in a prefract charge drum in an HF alky unit? Contents include C3's, C4's, anhydrous HF at about 90 F. It is carbon steel and estimated long term corrosion rate is low (2 mpy), 3 mpy on acid outlet. Min/max temperature in the 75 - 115 F range. It is nearing end of...