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FLANGE BOLT TORQUING
Torquing
Retorquing
When assembling flange connections, always use a full
complement of clean, new high strength A193-B7 bolting. If A retorque should be applied within 24 hours of the initial
using stainless steel bolting, the bolts should be A320/ torque or after the first thermal cycle. This allows for seating
A320M Class 2 B8 (304 SS) or Class 2 B8M (316 SS) with A of the plastic and for relaxation of the bolts. If the system is to
94/A194M Grade 8 or 8A Nuts (for 304 SS) or Grade 8M or perform at elevated temperatures, it is recommended that hot
8MA (for 316 SS). If other bolting materials are used, the end water be circulated at the maximum operating temperature
user must ensure that the new bolting material strength of the process (if possible) for a minimum of 24 hours. This
properties exceed the calculated bolt stress values to be allows for the pipe system to experience one thermal
generated in making the piping connection. cycle. After cool-down, retorquing of the system should be
done. Torquing should only be done on the system in the
1) Always use flat washers on both sides of the connection. ambient, cooled state, never while the process is at elevated
temperature, or excessive force could be applied to the plastic
2) Tighten the flange bolts with a calibrated torque wrench. faces. Never disassemble a flange joint in a hot system. Wait
The recommended bolt torque values are shown in the until the system has cooled to ambient temperature.
tables on next pages. Note: For zinc-plated bolts, or with
anti-seize compounds, the torque values will be different. Hydrostatic Testing
Please contact Resistoflex for more information.
Normally, after initial torque and retorque, a hydrostatic test
3) Tighten the flange bolts with a torque wrench, using should be performed following ANSI requirements. Experience
a “crisscross” pattern that alternately tightens the bolts has shown that if the above procedure has been followed very
located 180 degrees apart. few, if any, of the flange joints may fail the hydrostatic test.
If a flange joint does leak, first check the torque values, then
4) Using this pattern, tighten the bolts in 20% increments of tighten in 10% increments over the specified bolt torques
the final bolt torque until 80% of final bolt torque has been until sealed. However, if 150% of the specified torque value is
achieved. reached and the flange joint still leaks, stop and disassemble
the flange joint. Something else is probably wrong such as
5) For tightening to the final torque values, tighten bolts a scratched plastic face. Only after the hydrostatic test has
seq-uentially clockwise once around the flange. This will been successfully completed and any leaks corrected, can the
help ensure that the bolts are evenly stressed. pipeline be signed off and commissioned.
1 8
1 3
5 4
4 2 3 6
4 Bolt Pattern
7 2
8 Bolt Pattern
1 5 1 9
16 5
12 9
8 13
8 3 12 3
11
4
4 7
14 7
10 11 6 15
10 2
6 2
12 Bolt Pattern 16 Bolt Pattern
1 13 24 1 9 17
12 5
20 17 16 5
8 13
8 9
20 21
16 3 12 3
4 15 4 11
22 19
10 7
14 7
18 19 6 15
6 11 18 10 2 23
14 2
20 Bolt Pattern 24 Bolt Pattern
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Bolt and Stud Lengths for ANSI Class 150 Systems
Bolt and Stud Lengths for ANSI Class 150 Systems
BOLT AND STUD LENGTHS FOR ANSI CLASS 150 SYSTEMS
ANSI Class 150 (Inches)
ANSI Class 150 (Inches)
ANSI Class 150 (Inches)
Bolt Bolt Length (inch) Stud Length (inch)
Pipe Size Qty
Bolt
Size FxF Bolt Length
F x R (inch) R x R F x F Stud Length
F x R (inch) RxR
Pipe Size Qty
NPS 1/2 (DN15) Size
1/2" 4 F 2x F F 2x R R xR
2.25 F 3x F F 3x R R xR
3.25
NPS 3/4
NPS 1/2 (DN20)
(DN15) 1/2"
1/2" 44 22 2
2.25 2.25
2.25 33 3
3.25 3.25
3.25
NPS 1
NPS 3/4 (DN25)
(DN20) 1/2"
1/2" 44 2
2.25 2.25
2.50 2.25
2.50 3
3.25 3.25
3.50 3.25
3.50
NPS 1 (DN25)
NPS 1 1/2 (DN40) 1/2"
1/2" 44 2.25
2.50 2.50
2.75 2.50
3.00 3.25
3.50 3.50
3.75 3.50
4.00
NPS
NPS121/2(DN50)
(DN40) 1/2"
5/8" 44 2.50
3.00 2.75
3.00 3.00
3.25 3.50
4.25 3.75
4.25 4.00
4.50
NPS 32 (DN80)
NPS (DN50) 5/8"
5/8" 44 3.00
3.25 3.00
3.50 3.25
3.75 4.25
4.50 4.25
4.75 4.50
5.00
NPS43 (DN100)
NPS (DN80) 5/8"
5/8" 84 3.25
3.50 3.50
3.75 3.75
4.00 4.50
4.75 4.75
5.00 5.00
5.25
NPS 64 (DN150)
NPS (DN100) 5/8"
3/4" 88 3.50
3.75 3.75
4.25 4.00
4.50 4.75
5.25 5.00
5.75 5.25
6.00
NPS 6 (DN150)
NPS 8 (DN200) 3/4"
3/4" 88 3.75
4.00 4.25
4.50 4.50
4.75 5.25
5.50 5.75
6.00 6.00
6.25
NPS 10
NPS 8 (DN250)
(DN200) 3/4"
7/8" 128 4.00
4.75 4.50
5.00 4.75
5.25 5.50
6.50 6.00
6.75 6.25
7.00
NPS 12
NPS 10 (DN300)
(DN250) 7/8"
7/8" 12
12 4.75
4.50 5.00
4.75 5.25
5.00 6.50
6.25 6.75
6.50 7.00
6.75
NPS 12 (DN300)
NPS 14 (DN350) 7/8"
1" 12
12 4.50
5.25 4.75
6.25 5.00
7.00 6.25
7.00 6.50
8.00 6.75
8.75
NPS 16
NPS 14 (DN400)
(DN350) 1"
1" 12
16 5.25
5.50 6.25
6.50 7.00
7.50 7.00
7.25 8.00
8.25 8.75
9.25
NPS 18
NPS 16 (DN450)
(DN400) 1"
1 1/8" 16
16 5.50
5.75 6.50
6.50 7.50
7.50 7.25
7.75 8.25
8.50 9.25
9.50
NPS 18 (DN450)
NPS 20 (DN500) 11 1/8"
1/8" 16
20 5.75
5.00 6.50
6.00 7.50
7.00 7.75
7.00 8.50
8.00 9.50
9.00
NPS 24
NPS 20 (DN600)
(DN500) 11 1/4"
1/8" 20
20 5.75
5.00
6.25 7.00
6.00
7.25 8.00
7.00
8.25 7.75
7.00
8.50 8.75
8.00
9.50 9.75
9.00
10.50
NPS 24 (DN600) 1 1/4" 20 6.25 7.25 8.25 8.50 9.50 10.50
Resistoflex pipe and fittings can be tested at the pressures If a hydrostatic pressure test is undesirable due to the possible
recommended by ASME B31.3. The fluid used for the chemical reactions with water and a pneumatic test in
hydrostatic test is typically water. Another suitable non-toxic undesirable due to the potential hazards, then an alternative
liquid can be substituted if there is the risk of damage due to leak test can be used. This test is not applicable to plastic lined
the adverse effects of having water in the system. The system pipe because it relates to welded systems.
should be tested at a pressure not less than 1.5 times the
design pressure. If the design temperature is above the test Initial Service Leak Test
temperature then the required test pressure is calculated by
the following equation: This test is applicable only to systems, which meet the follow-
ing requirements:
Pt = (1.5 PSt)/S
• The fluid handled is nonflammable, non-toxic, and not
Where: damaging to human tissues.
Pt = minimum hydrostatic test gauge pressure • The design gauge pressure does not exceed 150 psig (10
P = internal design gauge pressure bar(g)).
St = allowable pipe stress value at test temperature
S = allowable pipe stress value at design temperature • The design temperature is between -20°F and 366°F
(-29°C and 185°C).
Typically, for the pressures and temperatures in which plastic-
lined pipe is used, the above calculation reduces to: In this test, the test fluid is the service fluid. It is rare that this
test is used with plastic-lined pipe. ASME B31.3 should be
Pt = 1.5 P considered if more information concerning this test is
required.
We recommend that the system be retorqued after the first
thermocycle. If the hydrostatic test is performed at the ex- The above is a description of some pressure test methods. In
pected operating temperature (a “hot hydrotest”) then the general, most systems are hydrostatically tested as described
hydrotest can constitute the first thermocycle and the recom- in ASME B31.3. If the hydrostatic test is impractical, then
mended retorquing can occur after the pressure test. the pneumatic test can be substituted, however, extreme
caution must be observed during this potentially hazardous
Pneumatic Leak Test test.
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STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE
Handling and Storing Plastic-Lined Pipe by a welder who is trained and certified to ASME Boiler
and Vessel Code, Section IX. Plastic-lined pipe and fittings
To obtain maximum performance from Plastic-Lined Piping Products, should not be used as a ground for electric welders or other
it is important that the flared or molded end faces of the plastic are equipment. NOTE: NEVER WELD ON FINISHED FLANGED
protected from damage during storage, handling and installation. The PLASTIC LINED PIPE OR FITTINGS - LINER DAMAGE WILL
following should be considered when handling Plastic-Lined Piping RESULT.
Products:
Painting Plastic-Lined Piping Products
• Store indoors or under cover.
• Never put the lifts of a forklift inside of the pipe to transport. This All pipe, fittings, and valves supplied by Resistoflex have
can damage the plastic liner. a gray protective coating applied to minimize oxidation
• Products are shipped with a high performance, two component, during shipping and handling. Refer to NACE guidelines
epoxy primer protective coating. and recommendations for sandblasting and selection of
• Protective end caps are not designed for prolonged outdoor an appropriate primer and topcoat suitable for your plant
exposure. environmental conditions.
• Protective end caps on all pipe and fittings should be left in
place until the pipe is ready to be installed. It is important that the raised plastic face on all plastic-
• Do not damage the plastic sealing faces when removing the end lined piping components is protected from damage
caps. during sandblasting and painting. Make sure that the
• If end caps are removed for painting, they must be re-installed protective end caps remain in place at all times during
with bolting as soon as possible. these operations, and direct the sandblasting away from
• Avoid rough handling of plastic-lined pipe in temperatures the face of the flange. As an extra precaution, you may
below 40°F (5°C). Plastic becomes brittle in low temperatures, want to remove the protective end cap, apply protective
and is more susceptible to cracking during rough handling. tape over the plastic face, and then replace the cap before
• Avoid mechanical or thermal shock to piping that is stored in sandblasting and painting. If the exterior of the pipe is to
cold temperatures. treated with a heat-curable protective coating, exercise
• Avoid storing plastic-lined piping products where they will be caution during the heating process. Never apply heat in
exposed to ultraviolet light for long periods of time. excess of the liner’s maximum temperature rating.
• The center of gravity of MULTI-AXIS® pipe may not be readily
apparent. Be sure to handle carefully. PTFE venting collars on swaged pipe and vent holes on
PTFE THERMALOK® pipe and PTFE-lined fittings should not
Safety Precautions for Field fabricating Plastic-Lined Pipe be plugged with paint. The collars and holes are part of the
venting system needed to prevent possible gas buildup
Plastic-lined pipe can be fabricated on-site, and should only be behind the liner and possible liner collapse. Pipe, fittings,
fabricated by properly certified personnel. Please contact your and valves can also be special ordered without paint, but
Resistoflex representative for more information on certification longer lead times may result.
training. When field fabricating plastic-lined pipe, adequate
ventilation (such as exhaust fans) should be used. Overheating of the All paint systems have a poor resistance to handling
plastic can cause it to degrade and generate vapors. Avoid breathing and transit damage. This fact should be considered
vapors. Vapors can cause severe irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory when evaluating pre-erection shop painting versus
tract. When field fabricating, never heat the plastic with a torch or in-place painting. If shop painting is selected,
open flame. touch-up will be required after job-site receipt.
Touch-up costs are for Buyer’s account.
Welding Plastic-Lined Piping Products During Field Fabrication
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