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API 6A Ball Valve testing

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Miejot

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May 7, 2015
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Hye,

I would like to know how to determine a ball valve 10k psi shell test,and seat test pressure as per API 6A. Where could i find in API 6A since it only mentioned gate valve.
 
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Hi Miejot,

Replace the word gate for ball and follow the same sections for testing. That is the common practice for valve manufacturers producing ball valves to API 6A standard.

I have worked for numerous years for a HPHT subsea ball valve specialist and for an EPC delivering valves from alternate vendors and they all word their test documentation this way.
 
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