MechDesign105
Mechanical
Hi,
I need to determine the life expectancy of high pressure piping, between 600 to 3600 lbs in a compressed air system maintained at -80C dew point. The system is located inside, so it is not subjected to rain, snow, or UV. The air flowing inside the pipes is very dry.
We have had a very good long term experience with these systems (>30 years), but in my search for life expectancy determination, I would like to be able to use technical data, standards, tests (maybe Xrays) to determine the life expectancy of the system. I basically want to be backed by real values. If a thickness test is done, what criteria should i use in determining the piping is still in good condition? Standard?
Thank you very much for your help!
I need to determine the life expectancy of high pressure piping, between 600 to 3600 lbs in a compressed air system maintained at -80C dew point. The system is located inside, so it is not subjected to rain, snow, or UV. The air flowing inside the pipes is very dry.
We have had a very good long term experience with these systems (>30 years), but in my search for life expectancy determination, I would like to be able to use technical data, standards, tests (maybe Xrays) to determine the life expectancy of the system. I basically want to be backed by real values. If a thickness test is done, what criteria should i use in determining the piping is still in good condition? Standard?
Thank you very much for your help!
