API653 Chap 4 Flashcards
When shall Roof plates need to be repaired or replaced? (2)
- avg thickness of less than 0.09” in any 100in^2
2. any holes through
What kind of inspection is needed for roof support members?
Distorted, corroded, and damaged members shall be evaluated and repair/replaced if necessary. (inspected for soundness by a method acceptable to the inspector)
API650 Appendix M used for?
operation temperature >200F , <500F
Should changers in operating condition on normal and emergency venting be considered?
Yes
Who should performed evaluation on the tank shell?
Storage tank engineer - shall conduct all anticipated loading conditions
what is controlling thickness (t2), and t1?
t2 = min thickness in a corroded area t1 = lowest average thickness
What min space measurement is needed over length L?
min of 5 equally spaced
What criteria to be used for continued operations for shell?
- t1>tmin + CA
2. t2> 60% of tmin + CA
When can scattered pits be ignored?
- no pit depth > (equal) to 1/2 tmin (excludes CA)
AND - sum of their dimension along any vertical line does not exceed 2” in an 8” length
What is tmin for a entire shell course?
tmin = 2.6(h-1)DG/SE
what is tmin for a local area shell?
tmin = 2.6(HDG)/SE
When is E = 1?
when weld or joints > 1” from corroded area
When is E = 1?
when weld or joints > 1” from corroded area , 6” away for riveted
Ht < H is possible? What to do if so?
Yes, owner should determine the consequence of operating the tank to H.
What to use on tanks D >200ft?
variable design point method