4.16 uses Table3. But a note in Table4 title indicates that Table4 can be used for part 5 5.7.1 and 5.72. That is why I am confused.
Another question. 4.16 is Appendix2 flanges. Do you know where Appendix Y flanges is covered in VIII-2?
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Hi TGS4, Thanks a lot for your reply. What confusing me is the allowable stress for design, not for service. In VIII-2 , part5, 5.7.1, flange and bolt should be evaluated per 4.16. Do I only use 4.16 formulas and use Tabel 4 allowable stressees or need to use Table 3 stresses?
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Kuan
When I design flange and bolts with ASME BPV VIII-2 Part 5 rules, what stress table should be used for bolt material? Use Section II Part D Table 3 or 4?
For design pressure, Part5 paragraph 5.7.1 requires that flange should be designed per 4.16. Per 4.16, stress table 3 should be used. But for...
