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Section VIII, Division 1, Fig. UA-48 May 8, 1978 BC78-193

Question (1): For an integral type flange with hub welded to the neck as shown in Fig. UA-48, sketch (6b) may the weld shown be located at a distance greater than the minimum value given for "h + 1.5 go (min.)"? Reply (1): Yes.

Question (2): In regard to the distance "h + 1.5 go (min.)" in Question (1), is there a maximum value where the SH is no longer based on the smaller of 1.5 Sf or 1.5 Sn? Reply (2): No.

Interpretation: VIII-78-62 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, UG-16(g)(3)(a) Date Issued: May 8,1978 File: BC78-196 Question: Is it the intent of UW-16(g)(3)(a) regarding requirements for fittings with internal threads to apply to socket welded connections? Reply: Yes. See Note 5 to UW-16(g)(3)(a).

Interpretation: VIII-78-63 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, UA-52 Date Issued: May 9,1978 File: None Question (1): sketch (7)? What is the allowable longitudinal hub stress for the flange illustrated in Fig. UA-48,

Reply (1): As prescribed in UA-52(a)(1), the longitudinal hub stress shall not exceed 1.5Sf or 1.5 Sn, whichever is less. Question (2). Is there any limitation on the minimum distance from the outside face (side opposite gasketed face) in Fig. UA-48, sketch (5) to the weld attaching the flange to the vessel shell? Reply (2): In reference to Fig. UA-48, sketch (5) there is such a minimum distance. This can be substantiated by sketch (6) which gives a minimum distance of h 1.5 go and its slope is required to 1:3 or less. The sketch in your inquiry has zero slope, which is less than 1:3; therefore the requirements of sketch (6) are also applicable.

Interpretation: VIII-78-64 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, UA-001 Date Issued: May 12,1978 File: BC73-467