Tangential Support Lugs

[itsvkarthik]

I am designing a vertical drum with agitator supported by tangential support lugs. Please provide me handbook reference for the design of tangential support lugs. I believe it cannot be designed through PV Elite. I understand FEA is an option , but if I can do manually it is the best option. Thanks.

 

[MJCronin]

I do not believe that you really mean "tangential".... I believe that you mean radial lugs

http://www.eng-tips.com/viewthread.cfm?qid=425515

MJCronin
Sr. Process Engineer

 

[itsvkarthik]

Hi, The support lugs are tangential not radial.. If any alternate design methodologies other the FEA please advise.Thanks.

 

[oknow]

The Pressure Vessel Handbook or the Pressure Vessel Design Manual. Remember all vessels shall be so supported and the supporting members shall be arranged and/or attached to the vessel wall in such a way as to provide for the maximum imposed loadings.This would be at test or at operating whichever has more load (weight).

 

[racookpe1978]

Please show a dwg or sketch of your intended supports. It is not clear from your description and terms.