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DEFINITIONS
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clad vessel: a vessel made from a base material having

a corrosion resistant material either integrally bonded
or weld metal overlaid to the base of less resistant
material.

This Appendix contains definitions of terms generally

used in this Division. Definitions of terms relating to
a specific application, such as for stress analysis or
layered vessels, may be found in related parts of this
Division.

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design metal temperature: the temperature used in

design based on the actual metal temperature expected
under operating conditions for the part considered at
the designated coincident pressure. When the occurrence
of different metal temperatures during operation can
be definitely predicted for different zones of a vessel,
the design of the different zones may be based on
their predicted temperatures (see AD-121.2).

DEFINITION OF TERMS

acceptance by the Inspector: where words such as

acceptance by the Inspector and /or accepted by the
Inspector are used in this Division, they shall be
understood to mean that the Inspector has reviewed a
subject in accordance with his duties as required by
the rules of this Division and after such review is able
to sign the Certificate of Inspection for the applicable
Manufacturers Data Report Form. Such words do
not imply assumption by the Inspector of any of the
responsibilities of the Manufacturer.

design pressure: the pressure at the top of the vessel

which, together with the applicable coincident (metal)
temperature, is stamped on the nameplate. The pressure
at the top of the vessel is also the basis for the pressure
setting of the pressure relief devices protecting the
vessel (see A-108).
liquid penetrant examination (PT): a method of nondestructive examination which provides for the detection
of imperfections open to the surface in ferrous and
nonferrous materials which are nonporous. Typical imperfections detectable by this method are cracks, seams,
laps, cold shuts, and laminations.

angle joint: a joint between two members located in

intersecting planes between 0 deg (a butt joint) and
90 deg (a corner joint).
basic material specification: a description of the identifying characteristics of a material (product form, ranges
of composition, mechanical properties, methods of production, etc.) together with the sampling, testing, and
examination procedures to be applied to production lots
of such material to verify acceptable conformance to
the intended characteristics.

magnetic particle examination (MT): a method of detecting cracks and similar imperfections at or near the
surface in iron and the magnetic alloys of steel. It
consists of properly magnetizing the material and
applying finely divided magnetic particles which form
patterns indicating the imperfections.

bolt: a threaded fastener with a head on one end.

certificate of compliance: a document by which the
Material Manufacturer or Supplier certifies that the
material represented has been produced and tested in
accordance with the requirements of the basic material
specification shown on the certificate. Signatures are
not required to appear on certificates of compliance.
Objective evidence of compliance with the requirements
of the material specification shall be maintained in the
records of the Material Manufacturer or Supplier.

material: any substance or product form which is

covered by an SA, SB, or SFA material specification
in Section II or any other material permitted by the Code.
Material Manufacturer: the organization which performs or supervises and directly controls one or more
of the operations which affect the material properties
required by the basic material specification. The Material
Manufacturer certifies the results of one or more of
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the tests, examinations, repairs, or treatments required

by the basic material specification.

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required by the basic material specification and performed by the Material Supplier.
normal operation: any set of operating conditions other
than startup and shutdown which are specified for the
vessel to perform its intended function.

Material Supplier: the organization which supplies material furnished and certified by a Material Manufacturer,
but which does not perform any operation intended to
affect the material properties required by the basic
material specification. The Material Supplier may perform and certify the results of tests, examinations,
repairs, and treatments not performed by the Material
Manufacturer.

operating pressure: the pressure at the top of the vessel

at which it normally operates. The operating pressure
shall not exceed the design pressure and is usually
kept at a suitable level below it to prevent the frequent
opening of the pressure relieving devices.
porosity: gas pockets or voids in metal.

Material Test Report: a document, or documents, on

which are recorded the results of tests, examinations,
repairs, or treatments required by the basic material
specification to be reported. Supplementary or special
requirements in addition to the requirements of the
basic material specification may also be included on
the Material Test Report. All such documents shall
identify the applicable material specification and shall
be identified to the material represented. When preparing
a Material Test Report, a Material Manufacturer may
transcribe data produced by other organizations provided
he accepts responsibility for the accuracy and authenticity of the data and maintains a file containing the test
report from the originator of the data. In such instances,
the Material Manufacturer shall identify on the Material
Test Report the source of the data and the location of
the file containing the test report from the originator
of the data. Signatures are not required to appear on
Material Test Reports. A Material Supplier shall not
transcribe data certified by a Material Manufacturer, but
shall furnish a copy of that certification, supplemented as
necessary by additional documents which certify the
results of tests, examinations, repairs, or treatments

radiographic examination (RT): a method of detecting

imperfections in materials by passing X-ray or nuclear
radiation through the material and presenting their image
on a recording medium.
safety valve set pressure: see ASME PTC 25.
stud: a threaded fastener without a head, with threads
on one end or both ends, or threaded full length.
test pressure: the pressure to be applied at the top of
the vessel during the test. This pressure plus any pressure
due to static head at any point under consideration is
used in the applicable formula to check the vessel under
test conditions (see AT-300, AT-301, and AT-410).
ultrasonic examination (UT): a method of detecting
imperfections in materials by passing ultrasonic vibrations (frequencies normally 1 MHz to 5 MHz) through
the material.
vessel Manufacturer: any manufacturer who constructs
an item, such as a pressure vessel, vessel component,
or part, in accordance with the rules of this Division
and who holds an ASME Certificate of Authorization
to apply the Code symbol stamp to such an item.

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