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mithuntech

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Jan 21, 2013
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For pipelines under ASME B31.4, Clause 434.5.
For pipelines under ASME B31.8, Clause 841.2.4(c).

Query
Both the referred clauses specifies dent as a percentage of nominal pipe diameterfor pipe diameter greater than 12".
Please could you confirm whether it is referring to nominal outside diameter

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Above 12" nom pipe size in inches and OD are the same thing so yes, I would go for OD.

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