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BC78-577

Question: UG-84(b)(1) refers to the requirements of SA-370 with regard to impact test procedures. SA-370, in par. 20.1.1, indicates that, unless otherwise specified, longitudinal test specimens shall be used with the notch perpendicular to the Surface of the object being tested. Assuming compliance with Table UG-84.1 is required per UG-84(c)(4)(a), are these longitudinal specimens permitted for Code compliance even though transverse specimens on the same material might produce values which do not meet Table UG-84.1? Reply: Yes.

Interpretation: VIII-78-135 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, UG-99(b) Date Issued: October 27, 1978 File: BC78-579 Question: Is it the intent of UG-99(b) that the minimum hydrostatic test be based on the maximum allowable working pressure determined by the design formulas given in Section VIII, Division 1 even though additional material may be present for corrosion allowance? Reply: pressures. Yes. However, UG-99(c) and (d) provide alternative rules for higher hydrostatic test

Interpretation: VIII-78-136 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, Scope Date Issued: October 27, 1978 File: BC78-580 Question: Two pressure vessels, each with a separate U symbol and Manufacturer's Data Report, are welded together at their respective nozzles. Is the weld itself subject to the requirements of Section VIII, Division 1? Reply: No. U-1(e)(1)(a) indicates that the geometry of pressure-containing parts includes the welding end connection for the first circumferential joint for welded connections. Further, this welding is being done subsequent to the stamping of the vessel. The applicable requirements are those indicated by the jurisdictional authorities at the point of installation.

Interpretation: VIII-78-137 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, Code Jurisdiction Heat Exchangers Date Issued: November 6, 1978 File: BC78-548 Question (1): A heat exchanger contains a refrigerant on the shell side that places the shell side within the Scope of Section VIII, Division 1 and water on the tube side, If the tube side is exempt from the Scope by U-1(c)(6) and is an independent pressure chamber, do the tube side parts, such as heads and channels, which are not common with the shell side need to follow Code rules for material and design? Reply (1): No. See also UG-19(a) and UG-116(l).