API 612 - Special Purpose Steam Turbines for Petroleum, Chemical, and Gas Industry

Standard Edition Section Inquiry # Question Reply

612 5th - Mar. 6.1.6 612-I-01/02 My query is related to Clause 6.1.6b API 612. What should be the Clause 6.1.6b is not intended to address sizing criteria for a
2003 correct pressure for thermal sizing of the condenser in case of a condenser. The sizing of the condenser is a decision by the
straight condensing steam turbin with normal condenser pressure of user/contractor.
0.14 kg/cm2 Abs. and high turbine exhaust pressure alarm & shut-
down set at 0.4 & 0.7 kg/cm2 Abs.respectively? Should it be sized
considering steam flow and exhaust temperature corresponding to
0.14 kg/cm^2 Abs. or 0.7 kg/cm^2 Abs.?

612 5th - Mar. 7.1.15 612-I-01/04 Clause 7.1.15g states "internal socket-type, slotted-nut or spanner- Internal socket-type bolting has a bolt head with a recess for the
2003 type bolting shall not be used . . . unless specifically approved by the wrench device, such as six-sided socket head cap screw, star head,
purchaser". What is the API definition of an internal socket-type etc.
bolting?
612 5th - Mar. 12.3.4.1 612-I-01/03 Is the Trip Valve / Combined Trip and Throttle Valve considered an API 612 does not specify whether the trip valve/combined trip and
integral part of the steam turbine? throttle valve are an integral part of the steam turbine.