Interpretation: VIII-77-53 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, UW-40 Date Issued: May 27, 1977 File: BC77-265 Question:

Why is the circumferential band for local postweld heat treatment considerably larger under the provisions of UW-40(a)(5) for attachment welds than that shown under UW-40(a)(3) for circumferential butt joints? Reply: The requirement for the wider circumferential band is based on the need for assuring that the nozzle and nozzle welds, being of a different geometry than the vessel shell, are able to reach the specified heat treating temperature. This temperature is then maintained for a sufficient length of time to achieve the appropriate stress relieving effect.

Interpretation: VIII-77-54 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, UW-16 Date Issued: May 27,1977 File: BC77-274 Question: When an integrally reinforced nozzle is inserted into a shell utilizing a full penetration weld and cover weld in accordance with Fig. UW-16.1, sketch (g), what determines the dimensions of the cover weld? Reply: The dimensions of the cover weld, in the above described attachment, shall be determined in accordance with Fig. UW-16.1, sketch (g) as described in the nomenclature for tc in UW16(b).

Interpretation: VIII-77-55 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, Fig. UA-51 Date Issued: June 21, 1977 File: BC77-255 Question: Under the provisions of Fig. UA-51.1, the values of T, U, Y, and Z pertain to the design of flanges where Poisson's ratio is assumed to be 0.30. What are the values of T, U, Y, and Z to be used in flange construction under Section VIII, Division 1 where Poisson's ratio is other than 0.30? Reply: For the design of flanges where Poisson's ratio is other than 0.30, we would direct you to the provisions of U-2(g). This covers the instance where a particular aspect of vessel design and construction is not covered by the rules of Section VIII, Division 1.

Interpretation: VIII-77-56 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, UW-5 1, Retention of Radiographs Date Issued: June 23, 1977 File: BC77-282 Question: Under the provisions of UW-51(a)(2), is it required that radiographs which were judged unacceptable by the Inspector be retained?