Thanks for all the replies. Great information. Makes me think about threaded joints in a different way.
Has anyone had any experience with the combination of Lotite 55 and Leak Lock? OK so far during testing(no leaks!). It sure does extrude a lot of material while tightening the fitting.
Dale...
Gentlemen,
Thank you for your posts.
I am looking for more of an "educational" answer to my questions. I know absolutely nothing about Piping and Fluid Mechanics. Or the design requirements for steam piping or tubing. I have seen examples of steam erosion in my career as a welder...
Is there a correlation between steam pressure and velocity? Is there a velocity at which erosion will occur?
Would this erosion be FAC?
I realize particulates have an impact, but I'm more concerned with the steam and its behavior.
Thank You.
Dale Simonds