HYDROSTATIC TESTPROCEDURE

1. SCOPE

This procedure establishes the steps to be followed for conducting the Hydrostatic
test in pressurevessels constructed in accordance with the rules of the ASME
Boiler and Pressure Vessel CodeSection VIII Division 1.
2. REFERENCES
ASME Code Section VIII Division 1 UG-99
3. RESPONSIBILITIES
The QC Chief is responsible for assure the compliance with this procedure in all
items constructed inaccordance with the ASME Code.
4. PROCEDUREPressure Gages
All pressure gages used in the Hydrostatic test shall be calibrated before the test
using a calibrateddead weigh tester.
At least one pressure gauges shall be used
during the test. Gauges shall have a range of
about double the intended maximum test
pressure but not less than one and one half
(1-1/2) nor more than four (4) times the test
pressure shall be used for the test.
Hydrostatic head on the gage shall be
considered depending on the location of
the gage
.The gauge must be readily visible to the pressure test operator so he is able to
monitor the increase of pressure in the vessel and avoid over pressuring the vessel
during the test.
Item Preparation for Testing
The hydrostatic test will be conducted when all fabrication has been complete.The
item shall be supported properly and the metal temperature shall not exceed of 120
°F. The water and vessel temperature shall be maintained at least 30°F above the
MDMT of the vessel. The testpressure shall not be applied until the vessel and the
water are at about the same temperature. All nozzles shall be plugged with the
appropriate blind or plugs that prevent the leakage during thetest, the nozzle
located at the highest point shall be used for venting the item and one of the
pressuregages shall be connected directly to the item being tested.
Testing
The pressure shall be increased gradually up to the hydrostatic test pressure
indicated on thedrawings, when the hydrostatic test pressure is obtained, it shall be
maintained during the timerequired by the contract or until the Authorized
Inspector witnesses the hydrostatic test at testpressure.