To marty007: Mechanimal said earlier that the pressure vessel scope is ending at flange's face, don't you agree?
To LittleInch: Because flanges are quite large and would cost to much. That's why we're going with plate.
Hi all,
Thanks for your answers, it's very appreciated.
Here are some more information about this particular test:
- Blind Flanges are made from SA-516 Gr.70 plate with approved eng. calculations to validate required thickness.
- Inside surface will be painted to avoid SS/CS contamination. (We...
Hi all,
Is it possible to perform an Hydrostatic test on a SA-240 tp304 pressure vessel using carbon steel blind flanges?
Is there any ASME Code restriction to that?
Best Regards,
As a fabricator, Review & Approval of all MTR are a requirement that you must adress and control into your ASME QCM.
So that is not just a good practice, it's an obligation. :)
All MTR must be reviewed & approved as per latest code edition.