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B7 bolts in place of L7

Posted: 28 Sep 2010, 12:32
by kamran
Can we apply the above (B7 in place of L7 bolts) on an Ammonia service line?
What are the risks/hazards involved if any?
Kamran

Re: B7 bolts in place of L7

Posted: 28 Sep 2010, 12:54
by ben
What's the design minimum temperature?

Re: B7 bolts in place of L7

Posted: 28 Sep 2010, 14:02
by arcpro
As per piping design code, ASME B31.3, B7 bolts can be used at the temperature down to -48 deg C with sizes less than 2.5" diameter.
See if this is the case.