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Code U-Symbol Stamping Guidelines

This document contains three interpretations from the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII regarding pressure vessels: 1) Hydraulic cylinders, pneumatic cylinders, rams, and similar equipment can be stamped with the Code's "U-Symbol" if they meet all Section VIII requirements, even though they are normally exempt. The designer must consider all applicable loading conditions. 2) Nameplates with required markings can be used in place of direct steel stamping for pressure vessels with plate thicknesses under 1/4 inches or made of nonferrous plates under 1/2 inches thick. 3) Exemption from impact testing for vessels that may operate below -20°F due to

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Code U-Symbol Stamping Guidelines

This document contains three interpretations from the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII regarding pressure vessels: 1) Hydraulic cylinders, pneumatic cylinders, rams, and similar equipment can be stamped with the Code's "U-Symbol" if they meet all Section VIII requirements, even though they are normally exempt. The designer must consider all applicable loading conditions. 2) Nameplates with required markings can be used in place of direct steel stamping for pressure vessels with plate thicknesses under 1/4 inches or made of nonferrous plates under 1/2 inches thick. 3) Exemption from impact testing for vessels that may operate below -20°F due to

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Interpretation: VIII-78-14 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, U-1(c)(3) and U-1(i) Date Issued: January 18, 1978 File:

BC77-722 Question: May hydraulic cylinders, pneumatic cylinders, rams, and similar equipment be stamped with the Code U-Symbol, provided all the requirements of Section VIII, Division 1 are met? Reply: The provisions of U-1(c)(3) exempt such vessels from the scope of Section VIII, Division 1 However, U-1(i) permits such pressure vessels which meet all of the requirements of the Code to be stamped even though exempted from such stamping. Therefore, it is permissible to stamp the equipment described in the question with the Code "U" Symbol. We would like to caution you that the designer must be aware of the loading to consider under UG-22 and, where necessary, follow the provisions of U-2(g).

Interpretation: VIII-78-15 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, UCS-66, UG-118 and UG-119 Date Issued: January 19, 1978 File: BC77-572 Question (1): What are the requirements with regard to steel stamping directly on a pressure vessel stamped in accordance with UG-118? Reply (1): The provisions in UG-119(a) require nameplates bearing the marking called for in UG116 on vessels constructed for steel plates less than 1/4 in. or of nonferrous plates less than 1/2 in. Question (2): Under UCS-66(c)(1), what is the intent of the Code regarding the exemption from impact testing for vessels that may operate below -20F due to a lower seasonal atmospheric temperature? Reply (2): As is noted in UG-20, Design Temperature, atmospheric temperature is not included as a factor in the establishment of operating conditions. It is the responsibility of the user to exercise engineering judgment in the selection of materials for designs where the vessel may be in service temperature. This was incorporated into the Code in recognition that there are a great number of vessels having reduced pressures at such low temperatures and this exemption would avoid the imposition of an unnecessary penalty.

Interpretation: VIII-78-17 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, UG-10 Date Issued: January 20,1978 File: BC77-807 Question: Is it permissible to use ASTM A621 under Case 1292 and Case 1376 for dimpled embossed assemblies if the material is proven to meet the requirement of SA-414 which is listed in Subsection C of Section VIII, Division 1? Reply: It is the intent of Section VIII, Division 1 that material for Code use be ordered, produced, and documented to an SA Specification; however, material produced to some other specification could qualify as an SA material provided the Inspector is presented with evidence

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