Interpretatios No 12 - Seccion VII-1 Q&A

INTERPRETATIONS
NO. 12 - SECTION VIII-1

Replies to Technical Inquiries
July 1, 1982, through December 31, 1982
and Revisions Issued July 1, 1982, through April 1, 1983
FOREWORD
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Staff on behalf of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Committee to inquiries concerning
p interpretations of the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. These interpretations are not a part of the
Addenda or the Code.
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SECTION VIII-1
Subject interpretation File No.'
U-l(e) and UG-43(0 ............................................................................. VIII-1-63-03 BC81-260
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U-Z(a) and UW-40. PWHT ..................................................................... VIII-1-63-30 BC82-166
UCS56(0. AF-112.1, and AF420. Divisions 1 and 2 ....................................... VIII-1-83-59 BC81-656
UCS67(c) ......................................................................................... VIII-1-63-49 BC82-546
UCS-79 ........................................................................................... VIII-1-63-71 BC82-587
UCS79(d) ........................................................................................ VIII-1-83-12 BC82-170
VIII-1-63-81 BC82-729
UCS-ô5(b) ........................................................................................ VIII-1-63-32 BC82-240
UG.IO(a). Use of SA-515 ....................................................................... VIII-1-03-06 BC81-660
UC.11. Welding on Formed Heads With a F l w d Manway ................................. VIII-1-63-65 BC82-293
UC-1 l(b) and UG.93(a)(l). Identification and Marking for Heads .......................... VIII-1-63-01 BC81-195
UG-11(c) and UW.16(0. Fittings and Miscellaneous Pressure Parts ......................... VIII-1-63-55 BC81-269
UC.29k) .......................................................................................... VIII-1-83-66 BC82-308
UC-33(a) and Table UW-12 .................................................................... VIII-1-83-1 1 BC82-165
UG-35(b) ......................................................................................... VIII-1-83-08 BC82-O66
UC.36(b)(2) ....................................................................................... VIII-1-63-14 BC82-191
UC-36(c)(3)(a) and ib) ........................................................................... Vlll-1-8346 BC82-518
UC-42(a).......................................................................................... VIII-1-63-75 BC82-677
uc-44 ............................................................................................ VIII-1-83-67 BC82-306
UG-45. Nozzle Neck Thickness................................................................. VIII-1-83-66 BC82-294
UG-45(c).......................................................................................... VIII-1-83-05 BC81-651
UC.77(a) .......................................................................................... VIII-1-83-19 BC82-258
UC-84(¡) .......................................................................................... Vlll-1-83-38 BC82-357
Vlll-1-83-73 BC82-663
UC.90kM2). Approval Process .................................................................. VIII-1-63-79 BC82-684
UC.93(d)(3). Loadings ........................................................................... VIII-1-63-52 BC80-514
UC-99(b) and UG.99(d) ......................................................................... Vlll-79-13R BC78-8471
BC81-433*
UC.lûO(a). Conditions to Permit Pneumatic Test ............................................. VIII-1-63-04 BC81-526
UC.120. Data Report Forms .................................................................... VIII-1-83-17 BC82-2 38
UC-120ía). Distribution of Data Reports ....................................................... VIII-1-63-44 BC82-509
UG.125. Relief Devices ......................................................................... VIlI-1-83-29 BC81-268
UG.125íh). UC.l35[e). UC.l36(a)(3). and M.51b). Relief Protection for External
Source of Pressure ........................................................................... VIII-1-63-27 BC80-198
UC-127 and UG-129............................................................................ VIlI-1-83-69 BC82-511
UC.127. UC.129. and UG-136 ................................................................ VIII-1-83-51 BC82-405
UG.134td). UG.1350. and Appendix M. Back Pressure on Relief Devices ................ VIII-1-83-28 BC80-607
UG.l36(a)(3). Lifting Devices for Pressure Relief Valves ..................................... VIII-1-63-33 BC82-260
UHA-32(e) and UHA-5líc) ...................................................................... VIII-1-83-16 BC82-242
UHA-51(b)Wa)(l)................................................................................ VIII-1-63-09 BC82-127
UHA-51 (cl. UCS-56. and UNF-95 .............................................................. VIII-1-63-74 BC82-664
UNF-57k) ........................................................................................ VIII-1-83-60 BC82-719
UW.2(a). ERW Pipe for Lethal Service ......................................................... VIII-1-83-77 BC82-679
UW.2. UW.3. and Appendix A. Requirements for Tube-to-Tubesheet Joints ................ Vlll-1-83-1 O BC82-164
UWd(d) .......................................................................................... VIII-1-83-76 BC82-683
UW-I 1(a)(l). (4). and (5) ........................................................................ VIII-1-63-64 BC82-125
UW-1 l(a)(7) ...................................................................................... VIII-1-63-50 BC82-624
'Asterisk indicates reply has been revised one or more times.
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Subject interpretation File No.'
UW-ll(aI(7) and Table AF-241.1, Note (3). NDE of Heavy-Walíed Pressure Ves-
sels. Divisions 1 and 2 ...................................................................... Vlll-1-83-45 BC82-513
UW-1 l(b) ......................................................................................... VIII-1-63-22 BC82-289
uw.12 ............................................................................................ VIII-1-83-42 BC82-416
UW-12 and Table UW-12 ...................................................................... Vlll-1-63-02 BC81-213
VIII-1-63-63 BC82-O27
UW.l2(C) ......................................................................................... VIII-1-63-07 6C81-664
UW-l3(a)(Z) and Fig. UW-13.1, sketches (n) and (o) ........................................ Vlll-1-83-72 BC82-593
UW-l6(c) and Fig. UW-16.1 .................................................................... VIII-1-63-76 BC82-678
UW-l6(fN3)(a)(Z) ................................................................................. VIII-1-63-61 BC81-661
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UW-35(C) ......................................................................................... VIlI-1-63-36 8C82-309

Acceptability of Alloy Steel Bars Under SA-193 Grade 87 Material ........................ VIII-1-63-37 BC82-314
Appendix 2, 2-4(a)(3) ............................................................................ VIII-1-63-25 BC82-301
Appendix 2, Fig. 2-4. Weld Requirements with Corrosion .................................. VIII-1-83-31 BC82-196
Appendix 2. Gasket Factor rn and Seating Stress y .......................................... VIII-1-83-39 BC82-398
Appendix 2, Thickness Values for go........................................................... VIII-1-63-43 BC82-508
Appendix 6. 6-4. and Appendix 9, 9.103, Divisions 1 and 2 .............................. f-'.
Appendix 13. 13-14(e) ..........................................................................

Appendix A. Table A.2, Tubesheet Joints......................................................
VIII-1-8341
V111-1-63-15
Vlll-1-63-56
BC82-409
BC82-206
BC81-403
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Appendix A, PWHT of Tubeto-Tubesheet Joints.............................................. VIII-1-63-20 BC82-259

Appendix W. Forms U-1 and U 4 ............................................................. Vlll-1-83-23 BC82-291
Appendix W. Recording Non-Pressure Attachments ........................................... VIII-1-83-70 BC82-529
Code Stamping of Plate-Type Heat Exchangers................................................ Vlll-81-89R BC81-258;
Containment of Non-Code Material for Tubes in Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers ........ VIII-1-63-60 BC82-659
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Fig UG-37 ....................................................................................... VIU-1-83-1 6 BC82-223
Fig. UW-13.1, sketch (k) ........................................................................ Vlll-1-83-57 BC81-404
Fig. UW.16.1 ..................................................................................... VIII-1-63-34 BC82-264
Fig. UW-16.1, UHT.l8(al, UHT.56(d). Table UHT-56, UHT-79(a)(l) and (2), and
Table UHT-23 ................................................................................. VIII-1-63-13 BC82-180
Fig. UW-16.1, sketch (k) ........................................................................ VIII-1-83-40 BC82-402
Impact Testing Requirements .................................................................... VI 11-1-83-58 BC81-609
Mottling Due tu X-Ray Diffraction .............................................................. VIII-l-B3-53 BC81-O56 i
Multiple Openings ................................................................................ VIII-1-63-35 BC82-273
Radiography Prior to Final Machining. Divisions 1 and 2 ................................... VIII-1-63-62 BC81-6858
Table UHA.23. SA-240 Type 316 Grade TP304L ............................................. VIII-1-63-47 BC82-519
Table UHA.23, Use of SA-240 ................................................................. VIII-1-63-26 BC82-3 11
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Table UHA.23, Use of SA-479 Gr XM-19 and XM-29 Material for Bolting up to
8OO'F ........................................................................................... VIII-1-83-48 BC82-521
Use of SA-105 Material ......................................................................... Vlll-1-83-24 BC82-295
Welding of Expansion Joints..................................................................... VIII-1-63-54 BC81-O64

Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12 Vlll-79-13R
Interpretation: VIU-79-13R
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Subject: Section Vlll-1, UG-99(b) and UG-99(d)
Date Issued: December 29, 1982
File: BC78-847*, BC81-433*
Question (1): is it the intent of UC-99(b) that the highest ratio of stress values should be used
provided that no other part of the vessel would be subjected to a stress exceeding 90°/o of the material
yield strength?
Reply (1): The requirements of UG-99(b) call for the minimum hydrostatic test pressure to be
1‘/z MAWP multiplied by the lowest ratio of stress values.
The requirements of UG-99(d), however, do say that Section VIU, Division 1, does not specify an
upper limit for hydrostatic test pressure.
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Question (2): Concerning the “lowest ratio of stress values” of UG-99(b), may the lowest ratio be
applied even for vessels for which the ratios of stress values are significantly different as could result
from using different materials or different design temperatures for various parts?
Reply (2): Yes.
Question (3): Assume that the ratios of stress values are significantly different as described in
Question (2) and that it is desired to test to 11/2 times the MAWP multiplied by the highest ratio of
stress values permitted by UG-99(d). Should the manufacturer consider the need to increase the
(“ thickness of parts having lower ratios of stress values?
Reply (3): Yes.

Vlll-81-89R, Vlll-1-83-01 Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12
Interpretation: VI 11-81-89R
Subject: Section Vlll-1, Code Stamping of Plate-Type Heat Exhangers
Date Issued: September 7, 1982
File: BC81-258*
Question (1): If the gasket material is not listed in Table 2-5.1, or if different y and m values or
different thicknesses are used, may the completed vessel be stamped with the U symbol?
Reply (11: Yes. See Note (11 to Table 2-5.1.
Question (2): if the plates are made from a material not permitted by the rules, including
applicable Code Cases, but other parts such as end closures and tie bolts do satisfy the rules, may the
completed vessel be stamped with the U symbol?
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Reply (2): No. However, the end closures could be constructed and marked as U symbol parts,
provided that all Code requirements, including design [see UG-l20(c)], applicable to the part are
satisfied.
However, we caution you that the laws at the point of installation may dictate the construction.
As indicated by footnote 1 to U-1,such laws must be reviewed to determine requirements that may
be different or more restrictive than the Code rules.
Question (3): If the end closures are hydrostatically tested in accordance with UC-99 without the
plates, and the completed assembly is not pressure tested, may the completed vessel be stamped with i
the U symbol?
Reply (3): No. See UG-99(a).
Interpretation: Vlll-1-83-01
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UG-1l(b) and UG-93(a)(l), Identification and Marking for Heads
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Question (11: What identification in accordance with UG-93 is required?
Reply (1): A material test report or certificate of compliance shall be furnished as required by
UG-93(a)(l).
Question (2): Does marking on the head as required by UG-1l(b) satisfy all the applicable
marking requirements?
Reply (2):Yes.

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Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12 Vlll-1-83-02, Vlll-1-83-03
Interpretation: VI11-143-02
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Subject: Section Vlll-1, UW-12 and Table UW-12
File: BC81-2 13
Question: Is there a stress reduction factor in the thickness calculation for a seamless ellipsoidal
and/or torispherical head attached to a shell by a bolted flange, and the head-to-flange and flange-to-
shell joints are category C corner joints which satisfy the requirements of UW-13, the longitudinal
seam in the shell is spot X-rayed, and the vessel meets the requirements of UW-52?
Reply: No.
Interpretation: VIlI-1-83-03
Subject: Section Vili-1, ü-l(e) and UG-43(0
Date issued: July 26, 1982
File: BC81-260
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Question: In the construction of an aircooled heat exchanger consisting of two box headers with
connecting fin tubes, may each of the two box headers be considered a separate pressure vessel with
the boundary limited at the tube-to-tubesheet connection, per UG-43(0?
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Reply: No. The rectangular headers could not be considered independent pressure vessels. See
U-1(e).
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If for some reason, such as the use of tube materials not approved for Section VIII-1 use, it was
desired to exclude the tubes from the vessel, the box headers could be constructed and marked as
"U" parts, provided that all Code requirements, including design [see UG-l20(c)], applicable to the
part are satisfied.
However, we caution you that the laws at the point of installation may dictate the construction.
As indicated by footnote 1 to U-1, such laws must be reviewed to determine requirements that may
be different or more restrictive than the Code rules.
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Interpretation: VIII-1-83-04
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UG-lOO(a), Conditions to Permit Pneumatic Test
File: BC81-526
Question: To what extent can the limitations and restrictions of UC-lOO(a) be relaxed if the
manufacturer can demonstrate alternate methods of pneumatic testing which provide a degree of
safety at least as high as hydrostatic testing?
Reply: In recent years, the Committee has considered similar questions on several occasions and
has not relaxed the requirements that you question.
Subject: Section VIII-1 ,UG-45(c)
File: BC81-65 1
Question: What is the definition of the words "vessel material" as used in UG-45(c)?
Reply: The words "vessel material" refer to the head or shell and the nozzle neck material. For
an opening in a head, the 70°/o is applied to the lower of the tensile stress allowable of the head or
nozzle neck; for an opening in a shell, it is applied to the lower of the tensile stress allowable of the
shell or nozzle neck material.
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Interpretation: VIIl-1-83-06
Subject: Section Vlil-1, UG-lO(a), Use of SA-515 Material
File: BC81-660
Question: It is known that a plate exceeding a 2 in. thickness has not been normalized as
required by SA-515. If this plate satisfies the mechanical and chernical test requirements for SA-515 as
required by UG-10, may it be used in Section VIII, Division 1, construction as SA-515 plate?
Reply: No.
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Subject: Section VIII-1, UW-l2(c)
File: BC81-664
Question: For vessels built under UW-l2(c) of Section VIII, Division 1, that have no welds
capable of being radiographed, is it permissible to use the full allowable stress value prescribed for the
materials in Subsection C when determining nozzle reinforcement calculations?
Reply: No. [See UG-37(b)(4).]
Interpretation: VIll-1-83-08
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UG-35(b)
File: BC82-66
Question: Is it the intent of the first sentence of UG-35(b) to require redundancy of locking
mechanisms for quick-openingclosures or only of each element in a lock mechanism?
Reply: The first sentence of UG-35(b) requires that a locking mechanism be so designed that a
p" failure of any one of its parts will not allow the closure to open while the vessel is under internal
pressure. This may require redundancy of some of the parts.
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UHA-51(b)(5)(a)(l)
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File: BC82-127
Question: UHA-51(a) exempts impact testing for Type 304L stainless steel for vessels operating at
temperatures of -425'F and higher. UHA-5 1(b)(5)(a)(l)exempts vessel (production) impact tests of
welds for Type 304 stainless steel provided that deposited weld metal is of less than 0.1Oo/o carbon
and is Type 308, 308L, 309, or 316L. Are vessel (production)impact tests of welds for Type 3041 also
exempted provided they meet the same carbon and Type requirements?
Reply: Yes.
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Vlll-1-83-10 Section VIII-1 - interpretations No. 12
Subject Section VIII-1, UW-2, UW-3, and Appendix A, Requirements for Tube-to-
Tubesheet Joints in Lethal Services

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File: BC82-164
The questions apply to welded tube-to-tubesheet joints where one or both sides of a heat
exchanger are in lethal service as defined in UW-2(a) and are as follows:
Question (11: Do such joints fall under any of the joint categories of UW-3?
Reply (11: No.
Question (2): Is radiographic examination required?
Reply (2): No.
Question (3): Other than visual, is any nondestructiveexamination required?
Reply (3): Not unless the requirements of UHA-34 or UHT-57 are applicable.
Question (4): For welding processes permitted by UW-27, are there any special requirements
concerningthe use or absence of filler metal?
Reply (4): No.
Question (5): Are welded or seal welded joints required?
Reply (5): No.
Question (6):Must the provisions of Nonmandatory Appendix A concerning tube-to-tubesheet

joints be satisfied?
Reply (6): No, but they are acceptable where applicable. The details of the joint are the
responsibility of the vessel manufacturer, after consideration of the service information furnished to
him by the user. See UW-2(a).
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Wien VIIi-1 - interpretations No. 12 VIII-1-83-11, Vlll-1-83-12
tnterpretath: VM-1-83-11
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Subject: Section Vlli-1, UG-33(a) and Table UW-12
File: BC82-165
Question (1): in Section VIiI, Division 1, construction, for a formed head with pressure on the
convex side, is it mandatory to select the greater of the thicknesses as calculated according to UC-
33(a)(l) or (211
Reply (11: Yes.
Question (2): In Section VIII, Division 1, construction, for a shell and head attached by a single,
full fillet lap joint without plug welds for attaching shells and heads not over 5 / ~ in. thick, how is the
joint efficiency of 0.45 from Table UW-12, column (cl, applied?
Reply (2): For calculatingthe circumferential stress in the seamless shell, UG-27(c)(l) is used with
E = 1.0, but with stress used in the formula equal to 80% of the allowable stress from the tables.
For calculating the longitudinal stress in the seamless shell, UG-27(~)(2)is used with E = 0.45,
but with the stress used in the formula equal to the allowable stress from the tables.
interpretation: VIM-1-W-12
$" Subject: Seaion VIiI-I, UCS-79(d)
File: BC82-170
Question: Do P-No. 1 materials require heat treatment after forming when the extreme fiber
elongation exceeds 40% and none of the conditions (11 through (5) of UCS-79(d) apply?
Reply: Yes.
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VIII-1-83-13, VI 11-1 -83-14 Seaion VIIi-1 - interpretations No. 12
Subject: Section VIII-1, Figure UW-16.1, UHT-l8(a), UHT-56(d), Table UHT-56, UHT-
79(a)ll) and (21, and Table UHT-23
File: BC82-180
Question (1): is it the intent of Section VIII, Division 1, that postweld heat treatment requirements
of UHT-56(d)would be met when any of the alternatives given in UW-40 are followed?
Reply (11: Yes.
Question (2): Where postweld heat treatment is required under UHT-56(d), UHT-79(a)(l) and
(21, and Table UHA-56, must it also include the normalizing/quenchingheat treatment?
Reply (2): No.
Question (3): Are screwed connections of the type shown in sketch (y-1) or (2-1 of Fig. UW-
16.1 permitted to be attached to shell plate of 2 in. thickness or less, for all plate materials of Table
UHT-23?
Reply (3): Yes.
Subject: Section Vlil-1, IC-3
File: BC82-191
Question: What is the intent of UG-36(b)(2)in recommending that openings exceeding one-half
the shell diameter be made by a reversed curve section, when that opening is in the head?
Reply: The reverse curve approach is recommended due to the stress condition being an
improved one using reverse curves; this, however, does not imply that a conventional nozzle,
properly designed, could not be used.
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Section VIII-1 - interpretations No. 12 Vlll-1-83-15, Vlll-1-83-16, VUI-1-83-17
Subject: Section Vlll-1, 13-14(e)
File: BC82-206
Question: In 13-4(e), what C-factor shall be used and what is the intent of the phrase "no less
than"?
Reply: The C-factor to be used is C = 0.20 and the phrase "no less than" refers to the fad that
details which permit a C-factor of less than C-0.2 in UG-34 are not permitted for noncircular vessels.
Subject: Section Vlil-1, Figure UG-37
File: BC82-223
Question: Does the "plane" in Fig. UG-37 refer to different planes of the opening in the shell
relative to the angle of the plane with the longitudinal axis of the shell?
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Subject: Seaion Vill-1, UG-120, Data Report Forms
File: BC82-238
Question: Does Section VIII, Division 1, allow the creation of Data Report Forms by the
Manufacturer using any printed form as long as the size, arrangement, and content are identical,
without addition or deletion, to either the forms available from ASME, samples of which are shown in
Appendix W, or the corresponding forms available from The National Board of Boiler and Pressure
Vessel Inspectors?
Reply: Yes.
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VIII-1-83-18, VIII-1-83-19 Sedion VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UHA-32(e) and UHA-5l(c)
File: BC82-242
Question (11: Under the provisions of UHA-51(cl, is a production weld test specimen required on
a joint of Type 316 to 3 16 stainless with 316 electrode when joint is heat treated below 1650°F after
welding?
Reply (1 ): Yes.
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Question (2): ICit correct that under UHA-32(e), postweld heat treatment if required shall be in
accordance with UCS-56(e)except as modified by the Notes to Table UHA-23?
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Reply (2): Yes.
Subject: Section V111-1, UG-77(a)
File: BC82-25 8 I
Question: Do the provisions of UG-77(a) apply to a miscellaneous forged threaded flange
meeting UG-1 l(a)(l) when an attached fillet weld covers the identification markings?
Reply: Yes.
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Section Viti-1 - Interpretations No. 12 VI11-1-83-20, VI 11-1-83-21
. Interpretation: VIM-1-83-20
Subject: Section VIII-1, Appendix A, PWHT of Tube-to-Tubesheet Joints
File: BC82-259
Question (1): In the case of tube-to-tubesheet joints separating a shell side pressure chamber
from a tube side pressure chamber, both at the same design and operating pressure, do the heat
treatment requirements of Section VIII, Division 1, apply?
Reply (1): Yes.
Question (2): Does the requirement in A-1(cl that "Appropriate . . . heat treatment shall be used
. . ." differ from the requirements in UCS-56(c) for heat treatment of dissimilar materials?
Reply (2): No.
Subject: Section Vlll-1, Figure 2-4
,y File: BC82-274
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Question: Figure UA-48, sketch (3) of the Winter 1977 Addenda to Section VIII, Division 1,
showed by a dotted line that loose-type hubbed and hubless flanges can be attached with two fillet
welds only. This dotted line, however, has been removed in subsequent issues of the Code. In the
1980 Code Edition, hubless loose-type flanges attached by welds are only shown under optional type
flanges, Fig. 2-4, sketches (81, (8a), (8b), and (9). Does this mean that all hubless loose-type flanges
must be attached according to Fig. 2-4, sketches (8), (8a), (8b), or (91, even if the flange stresses have
been determined for loose-type flanges per 2-7(b)?
Reply: No.
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Subject: Section VIII-1, UW-11(b)
File: BC82-289
Question: If a nozzle exceeding the size limitations of UW-11(b) contains a Category B butt weld,
and the welder or welding operator makes this weld as well as the Category A butt welds in the vessel,
which are examined under UW-52(b), does UW-1l(b) require an additional spot examination to be
taken of each Category B nozzle weld?
Reply: No, providing the linear length of welding by the welder or welding operator does not
exceed 50 ft.
Subject: Section Vlll-1, Appendix W, Forms U-1 and U-4
File: BC82-291
Question: The format of Form U-1 in Appendix W of Section VIII, Division 1, has no designated
spaces for bolted type exchanger body flanges; is it necessary to record these flanges either under
Remarks or on the Supplementary Form U-4?
Reply: Yes.
Subject: Section VIII-1 , Use of SA-I 05 Material
Date issued: july 26, 1982
File: BC82-295
Question: Does Section VIII, Division 1, allow the use of SA-105 material for fabrications other
than piping flanges?
Reply: Yes.
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Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12 Vlll-1-83-25, V111-1-83-26
Subject: Section Vlil-1, Appendix 2, 2-4(a)(3)
File: BC82-301
Question: Is it permissible under Appendix 2 to fabricate an integral-type flange by using Fig. 2-4,
sketches (8), (aal, (8b) and (SC), when the provisions of 2-4(a)(3) are exceeded?
Reply: Yes.
(-J interpretation: VIll-1-83-26
Subject: Section Vlil-1, Table UHA-23, Use of SA-240 Grade TP304L
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File: BC82-3 11
Question: Is it permissible to use SA-240 Grade TP304L material with the higher allowable
stresses as specified in Table UHA-23 of Section ViII, Division 1, for fabricated heads and/or shells
designed for internal pressure?
Reply: Yes.
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Vlll-1-83-27 Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. i 2
Subject: Section VIII-1, UG-125(h), UG-l35(e), UG-l36(a)(3), and M-5(b), Relief

Protection for External Source of Pressure
Date issued: October 4, 1982
File: BC80-198
Question (1): One ComDartmen. of a Section VIII, Division 1, hea. exchanger con ains wa er
which is being heated and has a pressure relief valve to protect against overpressure due to thermal
expansion of the water if this compartment was blocked in while hot fluid was in the other
compartment. Under relief conditions, the temperature of the water could exceed 140'F. Do any of
these conditions waive the requirements of UG-l36(a)(3) for a lifting device on the pressure relief
valve?
Reply (1 1: No.
Question (2): In a system containing Section VIII, Division 1, pressure vessels, a vessel "A"
supplies fluid under pressure to one or more vessels "B" with intervening block valves. Vessel A has
relief devices which satisfy Code requirements, and its maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP)
is not greater than the MAWP for the B vessels. There is no other source of pressure such as that from
fire to the B vessels. Do the B vessels require relief devices other than those provided for vessel A?
Reply (2): No. See UG-l25(h), UG-l35(e), and M-5(b).
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Subject: Section Vlll-1, UG-l34(d), UG-l35(g), and Appendix M, Back Pressure on

Relief Devices
Date Issued: October 4, 1982
File: BC80-607
Question (11: UG-l34(d) states “The pressure at which any device is set to operate shall include
the effect of static head and constant back pressure.” Where relief devices are piped into a relief
system, the back pressure can vary. Does ”constant back pressure” mean the back pressure, if any,
normally maintained in the relief system when no devices have opened?
c Reply (11: Yes.

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Question (2): If the back pressure varies above the constant back pressure, the pressure in the
vessel could exceed the maximum allowable working pressure. Is this acceptable providing that the
requirements of UG-l35(g) are satisfied?
Reply (2): Yes.
Question (3): UG-135k) makes reference to Appendix M and states in part ”The size. of the
discharge lines shall be such that any pressure that may exist or develop will not reduce the relieving
capacity of the relieving devices below that required to protect the vessel.” M-7(b) and M-8 make
recommendations on the design of relief systems and on the consideration of relief devices suitable for
high or variable back pressures. Do these provisions require that the relief devices and relief system
prevent the pressure in the vessel(s) from exceeding the limits of UG-125?
Reply (3): Yes.
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Subject: Section VIII-1, UG-125, Relief Devices
File: BC81-268
Question (1): UG-l25(h) states “The protective devices required in (a) need not be installed
directly on a pressure vessel when the source of pressure is external to the vessel and is under such
positive control that the pressure in the vessel cannot exceed the maximum allowable working
pressure at operating temperature except as permitted in (c) (See UG-98).” A note states that control
instruments, except for pilot operated valves, cannot be considered for such positive control. What
constitutes “positive control” as used in UG-l25(h)?
Reply (11: Without excluding other possible methods of positive control, it is often taken to mean
the maximum pressure that could be developed in a vessel based upon engineering calculations
applicable to the system. One example might be the maximum shut-off head plus maximum suction
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pressure of a pump which pressurized the vessel. Another example might be the pressure drop at
maximum flow conditions when a vessel discharges through a system to a known pressure, such as
the atmosphere.
Question (2): If a vessel is pressurized by a centrifugal pump and the maximum allowable
working pressure of the vessel exceeds the shut-off head of the pump plus its maximum suction
pressure, must the vessel still be protected by a relief device(s)?
Reply (2): Yes, see UC-l25(a). However, this source of pressure need not be considered in
determiningthe required capacity of the relief device(s).
Question (3): If the reply to Question (2) i s yes, then under what formula or guidelines does one
determine the required capacity of the relief device?
Reply (3): Except for unfired steam boilers as covered by UG-l25(b) and for the references
contained in M-11 concerning fire conditions, the Code does not provide requirements or guidance
on the determination of required relief capacities. That is the responsibility of the user or his
designated agent.
Question (4): If the answer to Question (2) is yes, is it still acceptable to have the set pressure of
the relief device at the maximum allowable working pressure of the vessel which exceeds the
maximum pressure the pump can develop?
Reply (4): Yes.
Question (5): If the answer to Question (2) is yes, has the Committee considered modification of
the requirements of UG-l25(a), which requires all vessels to be protected by relief devices?
Reply (5): Yes.
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Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12 Vlll-1-83-30
Subject: Section Vlll-1, U-2(a) and UW-40, PWHT Requirements
File: BC82-166
Question (11: A nozzle is to be added to a vessel to be marked with the Code Symbol which was
previously postweld heat treated (PWHT). The weld is not exempted from PWHT by requirements
such as those of UCS-56(d) or Note 3(a) for P-No. 1 material of Table UCS-56. Is it necessary to heat a
circumferential band as required by UW-40(a)(5)?
Reply (11: Yes.
Question (2): A nozzle in a vessel as described in Question (1) requires repair by welding. The
repair weld is not exempted from the requirements for postweld heat treatment as stated in Question
(1) and is too close to vessel shell to satisfy the heat treating requirements of UW-40(a)(6). Is it
necessary to heat a circumferential band as required by UW-40(a)(5)?
Reply (2): Yes.
Question (3): Assume that a vessel has been previously PWHT due to service conditions
specified by the user in accordance with U-2(a) and that PWHT is not a Code requirement. If a nozzle
or attachment is added to the vessel, is it necessary to heat the circumferential band as in Questions
(1 ) and (2)?
Reply (3): Yes, if PWHT is performed and the vessel is to be marked with the Code Symbol.
Question (4): Does the size of nozzle or attachment modify the reply to Question (3)?
Reply (4): No.
Question (5): For the vessel described in Question (3) assume that an accidental weld arc was
made on the vessel after PWHT. Is the need for subsequent PWHT a contractual subject to be
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resolved between manufacturer and user?
Reply (5): Yes.
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Subject: Section Vlll-1, Appendix 2, Figure 2-4, Weld Requirements with Corrosion
File: BC82-196
Question: Is the minimum throat thickness of 0.7~

as referenced in sketch (8) of Fig. 2-4 intended
to be calculated in the corroded condition?
Reply: Yes.
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UCS-85(b)
Date issued: October 4, 1982
File: BC82-240
Question (11: Are material test specimens exempted from heat treatment under UCS-85(b) when
the material, which is a P-No. 1, has undergone heat treatment during fabrication of the vessel above
the critical temperature, followed by postweld heat treatment?
Reply (11: No. The specimens must be subjected to the same manner of heat treatment, including
postweld heat treatment, as the material used in the vessel, since the heat treatment during fabrication
exceeded the critical temperature.
Question (2): Is it the intent of UCS-85(b) to test each plate, as defined by the test requirements
of the material specification, which has undergone a particular heat treatment?
Reply (2): Yes.
Subject: Section VIII-1, UG-l36(a)(3), Lifting Devices for Pressure Relief Valves
File: BC82-260
Question: Is it acceptable under the requirements of UG-136 to have a safety relief valve where
a ball valve member is used in place of a valve disk, and the ball valve is not mechanically attached to
the lifting mechanism?
Reply: Yes, unless the intended service of the safety relief valve is air, steam, or water over 140'F.
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c Interpretation: VIlI-1-83-34
Subject: Section Vlll-1, Figure UW-16.1
File: BC82-264
Question (11: For category D joints in vessels constructed of SB-443 operating over 1OOO'F, does
sketch (d) in Fig. UW-16.1 meet the design requirements of UNF-19(c)?
Reply (1 1: No.
Question (2): Does sketch (e) in Fig. UW-16.1 meet the design requirements of UNF-l9(c) for the
vessel described in Question (1)?
Reply (2): No.
Question (3): Does sketch (f-4) in Fig. UW-16.1 meet the design requirements of UNF-lS(c) for
the vessel described in Question (1 I?
Reply (3): Yes.
Subject: Section VIII-1, Multiple Openings
File: BC82-273
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Question (1): When there are two openings close together in a shell, a flat spot sometimes
develops between the two openings. Do rules of Section VIII, Division 1, allow a type of strongback to
be placed on the inside of the shell before welding either nozzle and remain in place providing all
other rules, such as those of UW-2, UNF-19, and UHT-17, are satisfied?
Reply (1 1: Yes.
Question (2): A flanged and dished head can be provided with either a 1'/z in. straight flange or a
6 in. straight flange. is there a point on the straight flange when the weld of the head-to-shell seam
should be considered as a shell-to-shell seam because of the length of the straight flange?
Reply (2): Since a circumferential shell-to-shell joint and a dished head-to-shell joint are both
Category B joints, Code requirements will be identical.
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Vlll-1-83-36, Vlll-1-83-37, Vlll-1-83-38 Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12
Subject: Section VIII-1 , UW-35k)
Date issued: October-5, 1982
File: BC82-309
Question: Do the weld reinforcement requirements of UW-35k) apply in the case of clad
construction with weld overlay seams after the weld overlay has been deposited, where the weld
overlay is not used for strength?
Reply: No.
Interpretation: VlIl-1-83-37
Subject: Section Vill-1, Acceptability of Alloy Steel Bars Under SA-193 Gr. 87 Material
File: BC82-3 14
Question: May non-welded SA-193 Gr. B7 be used as a pressure-resisting screw conveyor drive
shaft for a heat exchanger constructed in accordance with Section VIII, Division 1?
Reply: Yes. External pressure chart UCS-28.2 may be used to determine the maximum
permissible pressure on the shaft.
Interpretation: V111-1-83-38
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UG-84íi)
File: BC82-357
x..
Question: UG-84(¡)(3)(a)requires one vessel plate for each Qualified Welding Procedure used for -j
joints of Categories A and B. Since a welding procedure can consist of a large range of variables, can
welding be done using the same WPS on all Category A and B joints in a vessel with the vessel coupon
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plate provided for any one of these joints?
Reply: Yes, however the welding procedure shall be qualified in accordance with Section IX and
address both essential and supplementary essential variables. [See UC-84(h).]
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t. ._
Subject: Section Vlll-1, Appendix 2, Gasket Factor rn and Seating Stress y
File: BC82-398
Question: What gasket factor m and minimum design seating stress y can be used in the design of
flanges under Section VIII, Division 1, using Teflon O-ring gaskets?
Reply: The values given for gasket factor rn and seating stress y are solely recommendations and
are not mandatory. The Manufacturer has the responsibility to select the proper factors for the
appropriategaskets used in flange design.
Subject: Section VIII-1, Figure UW-16.1, sketch (k)
File: BC82-402
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Question: When a reinforcement ring i s added to the outer side of the shell, do the rules
r applicable to Fig. UW-16.1, sketch (k), require a fillet weld at the inner nozzle connection to the shell
of not less than 1/4 in. or 0.7t when the sum of the welds (tl +
t2) exceeds 5 11/4t and even though
the design has been proven satisfactory through acceptable calculations, proportional limit tests, and a
thorough stress analysis?
Reply: Yes.
Subject: Section VIII, Divisions 1 and 2, 6-4 and 9.103
File: BC82-409
Question: The provisions of 6-4 and 9.103 in Section VIII, Divisions 1 and 2, respectively, do not
contain a definition of “linear discontinuities” as it relates to magnetic particle examination. Is it
permissible to use the definition of “linear discontinuities” as given for liquid penetrant examination in
8-3 and 9-220 in Section VIII, Divisions 1 and 2?
Reply: Yes.
Note: This Interpretationalso appears as Vlll-2-83-02.
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Subject: Section Vlll-1, UW-12
File: 8C82-416
Question (1): Is there a need for a reduction factor on the allowable stress when calculating the
required thickness of a seamless shell ( E = 1.0) attached with a corner joint to a nonextended
tubesheet as shown in sketches (a) through (g), or to an extended tubesheet as shown in sketches (h)
through (I) of Fig. UW-13.21
Reply (11: No.
Question (2): Similarly, is a reduction factor required when a seamless shell is attached to a
flange as shown in sketches (m) and (n) of Fig. UW-13.2 or sketches (3) and (4) of Fig. 2.4?
Reply (2): No.
Question (3): In reinforcement calculations, when both ends of the seamless shell are attached as
described above and no radiography is performed, what would the allowable stress reduction factor
be when calculatingthe required thickness of a seamless nozzle attached to this shell?
Reply (3): There would be no required reduction in allowable stress.
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Subject: Section Vlll-1, Appendix 2, Thickness Values for go
File: BC82-508
Question: In the fabrication of integral and optional type flanges where optional type is
calculated as integral in Appendix 2, must go be calculated as the minimum wall thickness of pipe
when attached to pipe?
Reply: Yes.
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Interpretation: VIlI-1-8344
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Subject: Section Vlll-1, UG-l20(a), Distribution of Data Reports
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Question: UG-l20(a) states, in part, “A copy of the Manufacturer’s Data Report shall be
furnished to the user or his designated. agent and, upon request, to the Inspector.” May the
Manufacturer supply a copy of the Manufacturer’s Data Report Form for a completed vessel to a
distributor, or supplier when no final user is known, and by doing so, satisfy his Code responsibilities?
Reply: Yes. See the definition of designated agent in U-2.
Interpretation: VI 11-1-83-45
Subject: Section VIII, Divisions 1 and 2, UW-ll(a)(7) and Table AF-241.1, Note (31,
NDE of Heavy-Walled Pressure Vessels
File: BC82-5 13
Question (1): May ultrasonic examination be used in place of radiographic examination in

Section VIII, Divisions 1 and 2, for the following circumstance: when the wall thickness of the
pressure vessel exceeds 16 in., and all of the seams cannot be radiographed with available
equipment?
Reply (11: No.
Question (2): May ultrasonic examination be used in place of radiographic examination in

Section VIII, Divisions 1 and 2, for the following circumstance: with the reason being that the
construction of the pressure vessel does not permit interpretableradiographs in accordance with Code
requirements?When one or more welds at a site are involved due to transportation limitation, etc., the
radiographic examination of the seams in a pressure vessel with wall thickness exceeding 8 in. is
difficult.
Reply (2): No.
Question (3): With regard to Questions (1) and (21, may ultrasonic examination be used in place
of radiographic examination when a fully automatic ultrasonic examination procedure with complete
record-keeping made by a data processing computer is available?
Reply (3): No.
Note: This Interpretation also appears as Vlll-2-83-03.
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Vlll-1-83-46, Vlll-1-83-47, Vlll-1-8348 Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UG-36(c)(3)(a) and (b)
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File: BC82-5 18
Question: When a vessel has more than one opening and the openings do not fall under the
provisions of UG-42, are UG-36(c)(3)(a)and '(b)applicable?
Reply: Yes.
Subject: Section Vlll-1, Table UHA-23, SA-240 Type 316
File: BC82-5 19
Question: Is it permissible to fabricate a vessel using SA-240 Type 316H material based on the
allowable stress values shown under SA-240 Type 316 in Table UHA-23?
Reply: No.
Subject: Section Vlll-1, Table UHA-23, Use of SA-479 Gr. XM-19 and XM-29 Material
for Bolting up to 800°F
File: BC82-521
Question: Is it permissible to use SA-479 Gr. XM-19 and XM-29 material for bolting, including
studs and nuts, for temperatures from 20°F to 8OO0F, and use the allowable stresses in Table UHA-23 k. '
for the material?
Reply: Yes.
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I Interpretation: VIlI-1-83-49
Subject: Section VIII-1, UCS-67k)
File: BC82-546
Question: Is it required that a vessel designed in accordance with UCS-66(c) for service below
-20°F using P-No. 1 materials under 1’/4 in. or l x through 1%in. with preheat be postweld heat
treated as set forth in UCS-67(c)?
Reply: No.
Subject: Section VIII-1, UW-11(aK7)
File: BC82-624
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Question: Can the longitudinal butt welds in the U-bend and the circumferential welds which
join the U-bend to the shell of a heat exchanger for a Section VIII, Division 1, vessel be classified as
the final closure seam to allow substitution of UT for RT examination of the welds as specified in UW-
11(a)(7), when construction of the vessel does not permit their examination by radiography?
Reply: Yes, when agreeable with the Authorized Inspector.
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Interpretation: VI11-1-83-51
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Subject: Section Vlll-lt UC-127, UG-129, and UC-136
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File: 0C82-405
Question (11: Assume that a rupture disk is to be used under conditions as follows:
(a) as the sole relief device in accordance with UG-l27(a)(3)(a);
(b) between the vessel and a pressure relief valve with the combined capacity determined by the
, 0.80 factor of UC-l27(a)(3)(b)(2);
(cl on the outlet side of a spring-loaded safety relief valve in accordance with UG-l27(a)(3)(c).
Under these conditions, is certification of the capacity of the rupture disk by any party other than
the manufacturer required?
Reply (1I: No.
Question (2): If a rupture disk is installed between the vessel and a pressure relief valve, may the
combined capacity be determined and certified in accordance with UC-l32?
Reply (2): Yes. See UC-l27(a)(3)(b)(3).
Interpretation: Vlll-1-83-52 !
Subject: Section Vlil-1, UG-93(d)(3), Loadings
File: BCBO-5 14
Question: in UG-93(d)(3), how may the determination of when 80% or more of the pressure
load is carried by the tubes, stays, or braces be made?
Reply: The determination of the UG-93(d)(3) requirement that 8O%, or more, of the pressure
load on the plate or tubesheet is carried by the tubes, stays, or braces, shall consider the relative metal
areas, moduli of elasticity, and geometries of these components. The analytical determination shall be
made by using methods of analysis which will account for the structural interactions that occur L
between these components when exposed to the pressure loadings.
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Section VIII-I - Interpretations No. 12 Vlll-1-83-53, Vlll-1-83-54
Subject: Section Vlll-1, Mottling Due to X-Ray Diffraction
File: BC81-56
Question (1): is mottling due to X-ray diffraction which appears on a radiograph as a linear
radiographic image rejectablein accordance with UW-51 of Section VIII, Division l ?
Reply (1 1: No. See Section UW-51(b).
Question (2): If a radiographic indication has been found acceptable, are additional radiographs
necessary to prove that no rejectable discontinuities are being masked by the acceptable indication?
Reply (2): No.
Subject: Section Vlll-1, Welding of Expansion Joints
File: BC81-64
Question: Is it permissible to employ resistance spot welding or resistance seam welding for
nonpressure retaining welds in the construction of bellows expansion joints for Section VIII, Division
1,vessels?
Reply: Yes, if the requirements of Code Case 1177, including the qualification requirements of
UW-28 and UW-31, are satisfied.
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Vlll-1-83-55 Secîion V111-1 - Interpretations No. 12
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Subject: Section VIII-1, UG-11(c) and UW-l6(f), Fittings and Miscellaneous Pressure
Parts .
File: BC81-2 69
Question (11: May a fitting that satisfies the requirements of UW-l6(0(3)(a) be installed similar to
Fig. UW-16.2, sketch (a), except that the fitting would be constructed so that the weld would be made
from the inside rather than the outside of the vessel?
Reply (i): No. See the first sentence of UW-l6(0(3)(a)which requires such fittings to be welded
from the outside.
Question (2): If a fitting satisfies all requirements of UW-l6(0(3)(a), may it have a pressure-
containing pipe not exceeding 3 in. NPS welded to it by a single fillet weld?
Reply (2): No. See the limitations in the title of UW-16(0.
Question (3): Assume that the fitting was as in Question (2) except that the pressure-containing
pipe was welded with a joint similar to Fig. UW-13.2(e) which satisfied the requirements of UW-l3(e).
is such construction acceptable?
Reply (3): Yes.

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Question (4): If the fitting and welded pressure-containing pipe constitute a part manufacturer's
standard instrument connection and satisfy all applicable Code requirements, may they be furnished
to a vessel manufacturer as miscellaneous pressure parts under the provisions of UG-11(cl?
Reply (4): Yes.
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Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12 Vlll-1-83-56, Vlll-1-83-57
i Interpretation: VIII-1-83-56
Subject: Section Vlll-1, Appendix A, Table A-2, Tubesheet Joints
Date issued: December 29, 1982
File: BC81-403
Question (1): Is the intent of Section VIII, Division 1, to allow the nominal pitch used in the
design of tubesheets for roller expanded joints calculated per Note (5) of Table A-2 to be less than the
value of the nominal pitch calculated per Note (5)(a)?
Reply (1): Yes, provided the joint is qualified in accordance with A-3 and A-4.
Question (2): Is it the intent of Section VIII, Division 1, to allow the nominal pitch used in the
design of tubesheets for roller expanded joints qualified in accordance with A-3 and A-4 per Note
(5)(a)of Table A-2 to be less than the value of the nominal pitch calculated per Note (511
Reply (2): No.
Subject: Section Vlll-i, Figure UW-13.1, sketch (k)
r- Date Issued: December 29, 1982
File: BC81-404
Question (1): Are there provisions for increased stresses for SA-240, Type TP304 in Part ULT?
1: No.
Reply (i
Question (2): Is the Committee presently considering changes in the restrictions of UW-l3(c) of
the prohibition of ULT-l7(d) applicable to the offset joints of Fig. UW-13.1, sketch (k)?
Reply (2): No. I
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Vlll-1-83-58, VIII-1-83-59 Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12
Subject: Section VIII-1, Impact Testing Requirements
File: BC81-609
Question: Is impact testing required for qualifying welding procedure to be used in welding 1 in.
NB6000 psi forged coupling in a shell fabricated under Section VIII, Division 1, consisting of SA-240-
304 clad on SA-302 Gr. B steel plate?The plate is subjected to a PWHT temperature of 915°F and the
minimum operating temperature is 550'F.
Reply: No.
Subject: Section VIII, Divisions 1 and 2, UCS-56(0, AF-112.1, and AF-420
File: BC81-656
Question (1): Is it permissible to utilize the repair rules and technique for laminar type
discontinuities given in Section III, Division 1, NB-5130(b), for repairs of laminar discontinuities
exceeding 1 in. for vessels fabricated under Section VIII, Division 2?
Reply (1): Yes, provided all applicable requirements of Section VIII, Division 2, are satisfied.
Question (2): Is it permissible to utilize the repair rules and technique of Section ill, Division 1,
NB-4622.9, for repairs to P-No. 1 and P-No. 3 materials and A-No. 1 or A-No. 2 weld filler metal
without subsequent postweld heat treatment as required by UCS-56 and AF-402 under Section VIII,
Divisions 1 and 2?
Reply (2): No.

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Note: This Interpretation also appears as Vlll-2-83-06.
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Section Viii-1 - Interpretations No. 12 Vlil-1-83-60, Vlll-1-83-61
Interpretation: VI 11-1 - 8 3 6 0
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Subject: Section Vlll-I, Containment of Non-Code Material for Tubes in Shell and Tube
Heat Exchangers
File: BC82-659
Question: For Section VIII, Division 1, construction and certification, may nonmetallic tubes, or
tubes of other non-Code material, be used in heat exchangers of the fixed tubesheet, floating head, or
the U-tube types, provided that for both the shell-side and the tube-side chambers all of the following
requirements are met?
(1 ) MAWP and coincident temperature are the same for both chambers and is at least the MAP
for each chamber as if it were to be considered alone.
(2) Protected from overpressure by the required pressure relief devices.
(3) Parts that are common to both chambers are designed for at least the maximum coincident
operating pressure and temperature conditions.
Reply: No. The question applies to two independent pressure chambers as defined in UC-19.
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The tubes are common to both chambers, neither chamber could be stamped and certified as a Code
vessel with tubes of non-Code material. The outside pressure boundary parts could be treated as a
single chambered vessel.
r Interpretation: VIll-1-83-61
Subject: Section VIII-1, UW-l6(0(3)(a)(2)
File: BC81-661
Question: Is the phrase "maximum size of the opening in the vessel . . ." in UW-l6(fN3)(a)(2)
defined?
Reply: Yes. The maximum limitation on opening size is the lesser of the pipe O.D. plus 3/4 in.
when the pipe does not exceed 3 in., or '/2 the vessel diameter.
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Vlll-1-83-62, Vlll-1-83-63 Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12
Interpretation: Vlll-1-8362
Subject Seaion VIII, Divisions 1 and 2, Radiography Prior to Final Machining
File: BC81-6858
Question: When radiographing a weld in a part for Section VIII, Divisions 1 and 2, is it a
requirement that radiography for acceptance of the weld be performed after machining the weld to its
final thickness?
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Reply: No. However, the penetrameter to be used when radiographing the weld for acceptance
must be based on the final thickness after machining of the weld in the finished part of the pressure
vessel.
Note: This Interpretationalso appears as VIlI-2-83-05.
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UW-12 and Table UW-12
File: BC82-27
Question (1): A Section VIII, Division 1, vessel constructed under the provisions of UW-l2(b) is
spot radiographed in accordance with UW-52. The radiograph of the Category A longitudinal butt
joint at the intersection of the Category B butt joint reveals a defect in the Category B butt joint. Must
the defect in the Category B butt joint be evaluated for acceptability under UW-52 and, if
unacceptable, repaired, even though the vessel can meet thickness requirements using a Category B
butt joint efficiency of 70%?
Reply (i): Yes. The vessel is a spot-radiographed vessel and the provisions of UW-52 must be
met for butt welds regardless of category.
Question (2): The same vessel is constructed under the provisions of UW-l2(c) and is spot
radiographed by the manufacturer for his own edification. The same rejectable indications are
disclosed in the radiograph. Do the rules of the Code require that the vessel manufacturer repair the
weld?
Reply (2): No.
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Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12 VI11-1-8364, VIII-1-83-65
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UW-1l(a)(l), (41, and (5)
File: BC82-125
Question (i): Do the provisions of UW-ll(aI(4) in Section VIII, Division 1, modify the
radiography requirements of UW-11(aNlI?
Reply (11: Yes.
Question (2): Do the provisions of UW-ll(a)(S) in Section VIII, Division 1, modify the
J
radiography requirements of UW-11(aKlI?
Reply (2): No.
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UG-11, Welding on Formed Heads With a Flued Manway
File: BC82-293
Question: A formed head containing an integral flued manway could be furnished under the
provisions of UG-11(b) or UG-77k) without a Manufacturer's Partial Data Report and Part Stamping.
Assume that in order to provide for gasket seating surface, it is necessary to weld a ring to the flued
manway. May this be done under the provisions and requirements of UG-11(c)(2)?
Reply: No.
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Vlll-1-83-66, Vlll-1-83-67 Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12
Interpretation: VI 11-1 -83-66
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UG-45, Nozzle Neck Thickness
File: BC82-294
Question: In Section VIII, Division 1, in determiningthe nozzle neck thickness according to UG-
45(a)(l) and UG-45(a)(4), one of the considerations is the required head thickness plus corrosion
allowance. When the nozzle is located entirely within the spherical portion of a torispherical head,
will the thickness which is considered for the head thickness be that calculated by UG-32(e) or that
calculated by UG-37(b)(lI?
Reply: When a torispherical head meets the exact proportions which permit the use of UG-32(e),
the minimum required thickness shall be calculated by the formula which is part of UG-32(e).
When a torispherical head has proportions other than those specified in UG-32(e), the required
thickness shall be calculated by the formula in 1-4d).
The required head thickness to use when determining the minimum nozzle neck thickness under
UG-45 is based on one or the other of the thicknesses noted above depending upon the head
proportions. The thickness determined by UC-37(b)(l) shall not be used as it is used only for
reinforcement calculations.
Subject: Section Vlil-1, UG-44
File: BC82-306
Question (1 1: Does UG-44 permit the use of ANSI 616.9 butt welding fittings on pressure vessels
fabricated from pipe, without further calculations for the fittings, providing the grade and schedule of
the fittings are the same as the pipe shell, and no modifications are made on the fittings?
Reply (1): Yes, see UG-11
Question (2): If an ANSI B16.9 welding cap is used to close the ends of a pressure vessel
fabricated from pipe, and it is desired to attach a nozzle not exempt from reinforcementcalculations,
are reinforcement calculations required, and if so, how shall they be computed when there is no
allowable stress given for SA-234 in Table UCS-231
Reply (2): When a standard pressure-temperature rated ANSI B16.9 welding cap used to close
the ends of a pressure vessel has a nozzle attached, both the end cap and the nozzle reinforcement
requirements shall be calculated to meet the Code, using the allowable stress values for the applicable
material.
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Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12 VI 11-1-83-68, Vlll-1-83-69, VIII-1-83-70
Subject: Section VIII-1, UG-29íc)
File: BC82-308
Question: May rings having sufficient moment of inertia as described in UG-29(c)(l1, (21, and (3)
be used as external pressure stiffener rings without bridging the unsupported gap with a section having
the required moment of inertia?
Reply: Yes.
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UG-127 and UG-129
File: BC82-511
Question: If the requirements of UG-l27(a) and UG-129(0 are met, is it mandatory for a rupture
disk manufacturer to hold a valid ASME Code symbol stamp?
Reply: No.
Subject: Section VIII-1, Appendix W, Recording Non-Pressure Attachments
File: BC82-529
Question: Is it required to describe all non-pressure attachments, such as lifting lugs, insulation
studs, platform, ladder, pipe brackets, etc., which are welded to a vessel on the Data Report Form
C under "Remarks," or on supplementary Form U-4?
Reply: No, only vessel and superimposed equipment supports need be recorded. See Note (42)
of Table W-3.
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VI11-1-83-71, VI11-1-83-72, VIII-1-83-73 Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UCS-79
File: BC82-587
Question: Does the existence of any one or more of conditions (11, (21, (3), (41, or ( 5 ) of UCS-
79(d) necessitate heat treatment when the specified extreme fiber elongation is less than 5%?
Reply: No.
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UW-l3(a)(2) and Figure UW-13.1 sketches (n) and (o)
File: BC82-593
Question: With regard to UW-l3(a)(2) and Fig. UW-13.1 sketches (n) and (o), is the entire
following statement correct?
A shell course thinner than the skirt of the head to which it is attached may be attached without
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regard to the relative positions of the center lines of the head skirt and shell course, provided the head
skirt has a minimum length of the smaller of three times the actual head thickness, or 11/~ in.
Transitions of proper length may be formed by adding additional weld metal on the shell side of the
joint. Such additional weld metal buildup shall meet the requirements of UW-42.
i Reply: Yes.
Subject: Section VIII-1 , UG-846)
File: BC82-663
Question: Outside of UG-84(i)(2), are there any circumstances relating to UG-84(i)(l) which
permit the vessel impact test plate to be made of material of the same specification as opposed to
being from one of the heats of metal used for the vessel or group of like vessels?
Reply: No.
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Section Viii-1 - interpretations No. 12 Vlll-1-83-74, VIlI-1-83-75
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Subject Section VIII-1, UHA-51(cl, UCS-56, and UNF-95
File: BC82-664
Question (1): Will the testing of one longitudinal root and one longitudinal face bend specimen
from a production test plate of welded titanium construction meet the intent of UNF-951
Reply (1): Yes, providing all other requirements of UNF-95 are met.
Question (2): During postweld heat treatment, what minimum time interval may be used to
calculate the rate of heating above 800'F in UCS-56?
Reply (2): There is no minimum time interval to be used to calculate the heating or cooling rate.
The manufacturer should use a time interval that assures that the rate is uniform.
Question (3): Under the requirements of UHA-Sl(c), what should be the maximum temperature
of heat treatment below which a production weld coupon test specimen is not required to be tested?
Reply (3): Section VIII, Division 1, specifies a minimum temperature for postweld heat treatment
below which impact tests are required. It does not give a maximum temperature for postweld heat
treatment.
Subject: Section VIII-1, UG-42(a)
File: BC82-677
Question: Does the spacing between adjacent openings mentioned in UG-42(a) refer to the
distance between centers of the two openings?
Reply: Yes.
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VI11-1 -83-76,VI 11-1-83-77,VII 1-1-83-78 Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UW-l6(c) and Figure UW-16.1
File: BC82-678
Question: Are the following sketches from Fig. UW-16.1 examples of a nozzle with integral
reinforcement:
(11 sketch (a-1
(2) sketch (d)
(3) sketch (e)
(4) sketch (2-2)
Reply:
(1) No.
(2) Yes.
(3) Yes.
(4) No.
Subject: Section Vlll-1, UW-2(a), ERW Pipe for Lethal Service
File: BC82-679
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Question: May electric resistance welded (ERW) pipe be used for the shell of a pressure vessel
designed for lethal service under UW-2(a) where no radiographic examination would be performed
on the ERW welded seam?
Reply: No. See UW-2(a). The provisionsof UW-2(a)(2)and (3) do not apply.
Subject: Section VIII-1, UW-9(d)
File: BC82-683
Question: Would the requirements of UW-g(d) be satisfied by buttwelding a circular piece at a

cross joint, of a diameter not less than 5 times the thickness of the shell?
Reply: Yes.
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Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12 Vlll-1-83-79, VI11-1-83-80, VIII-1-83-81
Subject: Section ViII-1, UG-90(~)(2),Approval Process
Date issued: December 29, 1982
File: BC82-684
Question: Is it the intent of UG-9O(c)(2)that the approval process for Quality Control Procedures
for multiple duplicate vessels follow through a sequence of approvals, beginning with the inspection
agency, which provides written acceptance, then submits it to the legal jurisdiction for written
acceptance, which in turn submits it to the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors for
written acceptance?
Reply: No. The approval process as outlined in UG-90(~)(2) specifically mandates the inspection
agency to transmit the procedure, accepted by them, to the legal jurisdiction and to the National
Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors or to another representative designated by ASME for
their written acceptance.
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Subject: Section Vlli-1, UNF-57(c)
Date 'Issued: December 29, 1982
File: BC82-719
b
'.
Question: Does UNF-57k) apply to a butt weld between a nonferrous material mentioned in this
paragraph and a carbon steel material even when the majority of the material constitutingthe vessel is
carbon steel?
Reply: Yes.
Subject: Section VIII-1, UCS-79(d)
File: BC82-729
Question: In UCS-79(d), does Rf, the final center line radius, apply to the dished radius or the
knuckle radius for the case of double curvature?
Reply: Rf applies to the knuckle radius in the case of double curvature.
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UW-35(C) ......................................................................................... VIlI-1-63-36 8C82-309

Appendix 13. 13-14(e) ..........................................................................

Appendix A, PWHT of Tubeto-Tubesheet Joints.............................................. VIII-1-63-20 BC82-259

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Date Issued: December 29, 1982

File: BC78-847*, BC81-433*

Reply (2): Yes.

Reply (3): Yes.

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Subject: Section Vlll-1, Code Stamping of Plate-Type Heat Exhangers

Date Issued: September 7, 1982

Reply (11: Yes. See Note (11 to Table 2-5.1.

Reply (3): No. See UG-99(a).

Date Issued: July 26, 1982

Question (11: What identification in accordance with UG-93 is required?

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Date Issued: July 26, 1982

Subject: Section Vili-1, ü-l(e) and UG-43(0

Date issued: July 26, 1982

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VI 11-1 43-04, VI11-143-05, VI 11-1 43-06 Section VIII-1 - Interpretations No. 12

Subject: Section Vlll-1, UG-lOO(a), Conditions to Permit Pneumatic Test

Date Issued: July 26, 1982

Subject: Section VIII-1 ,UG-45(c)

Date Issued: July 26, 1982

Subject: Section Vlil-1, UG-lO(a), Use of SA-515 Material

Date Issued: July 26, 1982

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Date Issued: July 26, 1982

Reply: No. [See UG-37(b)(4).]

Subject: Section Vlll-1, UG-35(b)

Date Issued: July 26, 1982

Subject: Section Vlll-1, UHA-51(b)(5)(a)(l)

Date Issued: July 26, 1982

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Reply (11: No.

Question (2): Is radiographic examination required?

Reply (2): No.

Question (3): Other than visual, is any nondestructiveexamination required?

Reply (4): No.

Question (5): Are welded or seal welded joints required?

Reply (5): No.

Question (6):Must the provisions of Nonmandatory Appendix A concerning tube-to-tubesheet

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Reply (11: Yes.

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Reply (11: Yes.

Reply (2): No.

Reply (3): Yes.

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