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Table of Contents

1.0 GENERAL......................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Summary ................................................................................................................................................ 6
A. Scope of Specification...................................................................................................................... 6
B. Work Not Included........................................................................................................................... 6
C. Related Specifications...................................................................................................................... 6
D. Supplied by Supplier ........................................................................................................................ 6
E. Terminology ..................................................................................................................................... 7
1.2 References............................................................................................................................................... 7
A. API (American Petroleum Institute) ................................................................................................ 8
B. ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) .................................................................... 8
C. ASNT (American Society for Nondestructive Testing).................................................................. 8
D. AWS (American Welding Society) ................................................................................................. 8
E. MSS (Manufacturer’s Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry)...................... 8
F. NACE (National Association of Corrosion Engineers) .................................................................. 9
G. Precedence of Requirements............................................................................................................ 9
1.3 Submittals.............................................................................................................................................10
A. Certificate of Compliance ..............................................................................................................10
B. Manufacturer Test Reports (MTR) ................................................................................................ 10
C. Welding Procedures .......................................................................................................................10
D. Supply of Drawings........................................................................................................................11
E. Maximum Field Pressure Test .......................................................................................................11
F. Hydortest Certification...................................................................................................................11
1.4 Quality Assurance ...............................................................................................................................11
A. Inspection Authority.......................................................................................................................12
B. Refurbishment ................................................................................................................................12
C. Major Repairs .................................................................................................................................12

2.0 PRODUCTS ....................................................................................................................................................12

2.1 Brass and Bronze Valves ....................................................................................................................12
2.2 Cast Iron and Ductile Iron Valves.....................................................................................................12
2.3 Forged Valves (Carbon Steel, Low Alloy, and Stainless Steel) ......................................................12
A. Design.............................................................................................................................................12
B. Trim ................................................................................................................................................13
C. Packing Systems.............................................................................................................................13
D. Bonnet Gaskets...............................................................................................................................13
E. Bonnet Bolting ...............................................................................................................................13
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F. Metallurgy ......................................................................................................................................13
2.4 Cast Carbon Steel and Cast Low Alloy Valves ................................................................................14
A. Design.............................................................................................................................................14
B. Trim ................................................................................................................................................14
C. Packing Systems.............................................................................................................................14
D. Bonnet Gaskets...............................................................................................................................14
E. Bonnet Bolting ...............................................................................................................................15
2.5 Cast Stainless and High Alloy Valves................................................................................................15
A. Design.............................................................................................................................................15
B. Trim ................................................................................................................................................15
C. Packing Systems.............................................................................................................................16
D. Bonnet Gaskets...............................................................................................................................16
E. Bonnet Bolting ...............................................................................................................................16
F. Metallurgy ......................................................................................................................................17
2.6 Common Design Criteria....................................................................................................................17
A. Dimensions.....................................................................................................................................17
B. Wet H2S Service ............................................................................................................................17
C. No Copper ......................................................................................................................................17
D. Welded-on Flanges.........................................................................................................................17
E. End Bores .......................................................................................................................................17
F. Threaded and Socketweld Ends .....................................................................................................17
G. Flange Finish ..................................................................................................................................18
H. Backseat..........................................................................................................................................18
I. Body Tappings ...............................................................................................................................18
J. Wedge and Disc Design.................................................................................................................18
K. Valve Stems and Shafts..................................................................................................................18
L. Operators ........................................................................................................................................18
M. Tapped Bolt Holes..........................................................................................................................19
N. Threaded Openings and Plugs .......................................................................................................19
2.7 Fabrication And Manufacture ...........................................................................................................19
A. Fabrication by Welding..................................................................................................................19
B. Repairs............................................................................................................................................19
C. Modification of New Valves..........................................................................................................19
2.8 Inspection And Tests ...........................................................................................................................20
A. Pressure Testing .............................................................................................................................20
B. Examination....................................................................................................................................20
2.9 Identification And Tagging ................................................................................................................21
A. Marking ..........................................................................................................................................21
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B. Tagging...........................................................................................................................................22
2.10 Preparation For Shipment..................................................................................................................23

3.0 EXECUTION ..................................................................................................................................................23

4.0 ATTACHMENTS...........................................................................................................................................24
4.1 Attachment 01 – Cast Valves / Additional Examination Requirements .......................................24
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1.0 GENERAL

1.1 Summary

A. Scope of Specification

1. This specification prescribes the requirements for purchase of Gate, Globe, and
Check valves.

2. This specification is a supplement to the Item Description shown in the Bills of

Material.

B. Work Not Included

1. Installation of valves is not included in Supplier's scope except to the extent of

providing installation instructions as part of the Submittals.

2. Maintenance and repair of material after receipt and acceptance by authorized

personnel and jobsite storage are not included in Supplier's scope unless warranty
repairs are determined to be required.

C. Related Specifications

Work in this specification shall be coordinated with Marafiq Engineering Specifications:

 MQ-SP-P-5022: Piping Traceability and Certification.

 MQ-SP-M-4013:General Specification for Positive Material Identification (PMI)

D. Supplied by Supplier

1. Supply of Material

a. Supplier's scope shall include the supply of material as specified in the PO

(Purchase Order) and written clarifications thereto; modifications necessary to
meet the requirements of the Item Description; additional engineering notes in
the PO; examination and testing; preparation of the material for shipment;
suitable packaging; and Manufacturer's warranty.

b. All valves shall be clearly marked with country of origin in accordance with
applicable government regulations. In addition, materials shall be produced by
manufacturers specifically listed in the Marafiq Approved Vendors List
(AVL). Any materials deviating from these requirements must have prior
written authorization or shall be subject to rejection or additional verification
or testing at Seller's expense.

2. Equivalent Manufacturers
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Items specified or referenced by Manufacturer and figure number are not intended to
exclude equal items offered by other Manufacturers. Products made by reputable
Manufacturers and of comparable type, quality, and characteristics may be submitted
for evaluation.

3. Refurbished Material

Valves furnished shall be original Manufacturer's production. Reconditioned or new

surplus valves shall not be furnished without prior written authorization.

4. Approved Manufacturer

a. The approved manufacturer, shown below the Item Description on the PO, is
the manufacturer and figure number accepted by Marafiq. No other valve
manufacturer may be furnished other than that shown, unless it is approved by
Marafiq Engineering

E. Terminology

1. Authorized or Authorization: Authorized or authorization given by Marafiq

Engineering.

2. Major Repairs: Repairs defined as major in ASTM-A217.

3. Minor Repairs: Repairs not defined as major repairs.

4. Critical Areas: Areas for radiographic film coverage that shall be a matter of
agreement between Marafiq and Manufacturer in accordance with ASME B16.34.

5. Casting Quality Factor: A factor Ec assigned to the quality of castings defined by

ASME B31.3.

6. 100 Percent Examination: 100 percent volumetric examination by radiography or 100

percent of exterior surface examination by dye penetrant or magnetic particle; these
are defined in the PO or Item Description and shall not be required unless so stated.

7. Refurbishment: The furnishing of valves that are not new and not the original
Manufacturer's production.

1.2 References

The publications listed below form part of this specification. Each publication forming part of this
specification shall be the latest revision and addendum in effect on the date this specification is
issued for construction unless noted otherwise. Except as modified by the requirements specified
herein or the details of the drawings, Work included in this specification shall conform to the
applicable provisions of these publications.
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A. API (American Petroleum Institute)

 594 Check Valves: Flanged, Lug, Wafer and Butt-welding

 598 Valve Inspection and Testing
 600 Bolted Bonnet Steel Gate Valves For Petroleum and Natural Gas
Industries
 602 Compact Carbon Steel Gate Valves – Flanged, Threaded, Welding
and Extended Body Ends
 603 Corrosion-Resistant Bolted Bonnet Gate Valves – Flanged and
Buttwelding Ends

B. ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers)

 Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section IX, Welding and Brazing Qualifications
 B1.1 Unified Inch Screw Threads (UN and UNR Thread Form)
 B1.20.1 Pipe Threads, General Purpose (Inch)
 B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings NPS ½ Through NPS 24
 B16.10 Face-to-Face and End-to-End Dimensions of Valves
 B16.11 Forged Fittings, Socketwelding, and Threaded
 B16.20 Metallic Gaskets for Pipe Flanges – Ring-Joint, Spiral-Wound, and
Jacketed
 B16.25 Butt Welding Ends
 B16.34 Valves – Flanged, Threaded, and Welding End
 B16.47 Large Diameter Steel Flanges, NPS 26 through 60
 B31.1 Power Piping
 B31.3 Process Piping
 B31.4 Pipeline Transportation Systems for Liquid Hydrocarbons and
other Liquids
 B31.8 Gas Transmission and Distribution Piping Systems
 B36.10M Welded and Seamless Wrought Steel Pipe
 B36.19M Stainless Steel Pipe

C. ASNT (American Society for Nondestructive Testing)

 SNT-TC-1A Recommended Practice for Nondestructive Testing Personnel

Qualification and Certification

D. AWS (American Welding Society)

 A5.13 Specification for Surfacing For Shielded Metal Arc Welding

E. MSS (Manufacturer’s Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry)

 SP-25 Standard Marking System for Valves, Fittings, Flanges, and Unions
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 SP-53 Quality Standard for Steel Castings and Forgings for Valves,
Flanges, Fittings, and Other Piping Components - Magnetic
Particle Examination Method
 SP-54 Quality Standard for Steel Castings for Valves, Flanges, Fittings,
and Other Piping Components – Radiographic Examination
Method
 SP-55 Quality Standard for Steel Castings for Valves, Flanges, Fittings,
and Other Piping Components – Visual Examination Method for
Evaluation of Surface Irregularities
 SP-61 Pressure Testing of Steel Valves
 SP-70 Cast Iron Gate Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends
 SP-71 Gray Iron Swing Check Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends
 SP-80 Bronze Gate, Globe, Angle and Check Valves
 SP-85 Gray Iron Globe and Angle Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends
 SP-93 Quality Standard for Steel Castings and Forging for Valves,
Flanges, Fittings and Other Piping Components - Liquid Penetrant
Examination Method
 SP-94 Quality Standard for Ferritic and Martensitic Steel Castings for
Valves, Flanges, and Fittings and Other Piping Components -
Ultrasonic Examination Method

F. NACE (National Association of Corrosion Engineers)

 MR0103 Materials Resistant to Sulfide Stress Cracking in Corrosive

Petroleum Refinery Environments

G. Precedence of Requirements

1. Conflicts in technical requirements shall be resolved in the following order of

precedence:

a. Technical requirements specified in the RFQ or PO, as applicable,

and identified as Additional Technical Requirements or Engineering
Notes.

b. The Item Description as shown on the Bills of Material.

c. The requirements listed in this specification.

d. The requirements of referenced codes or standards (for example, API

Std. 600)
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1.3 Submittals

A. Certificate of Compliance

1. Supplier shall furnish Certification of Compliance to all requirements of the Purchase

Order. The certification shall include Marafiq PO number, Item Code Numbers,
name and address of supplier and shall be certified by the Supplier’s Q.A. Manager
or authorized agent.

2. The following apply to valves with body and bonnet material specified to an ASME
(SA or SB) specification in the Item Description:

a. Supplier shall furnish the Manufacturer's Certification of Compliance

with the referenced ASME specification for the body, bonnet and
bonnet bolting. Documents shall be identified with PO Number and
Item Code Number and shall be signed by the Manufacturer's
authorized agent.

b. ASTM materials may be substituted for materials specified as

ASME, provided that the ASME specification is indicated (below the
title) to be identical with the corresponding ASTM specification for
the grade, class, or type produced. The Manufacturer shall state the
dual compliance on the Certification of Compliance. ASTM
specification material substitutions shall be submitted for evaluation
at the time of quotation.

B. Manufacturer Test Reports (MTR)

A. complete MTR (Manufacturer Test Report) showing results of all chemistry and physical
tests shall be available for impact tested steels, chrome steel, stainless steel, and nickel alloy
valves. The MTR shall include, as a minimum, name of supplier, name of prime material
manufacturer and plant location, Marafiq PO number, Item Code Number, material
specification, grade and class, actual test results of chemical analysis and mechanical
properties and certified by Quality Control Manager or representative. MTR’s shall be
furnished to buyer only as required by the Supplier Drawing & Data Commitment Form
(attached to PO).

C. Welding Procedures

If specified in the PO or in the Item Description, and if valves are manufactured with
pressure retaining welds (including castings that are repaired by welding), Supplier shall
furnish the Manufacturer’s welding procedures (QW-482) and procedure qualifications
(WQ-483) for Marafiq Welding Engineering acceptance. The procedures and qualifications
shall be in accordance with ASME Section IX and shall specify the maximum allowable fit-
up offset and misalignment for girth and miter joint butt welds. The qualification shall
include hardness testing in accordance with applicable ASME B31.1 or ASME B31.3. The
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hardness testing shall be performed on the base metal, weld metal, heat affected zone, and
after any required heat treatment.

D. Supply of Drawings

1. Supplier shall furnish with quotation dimensional drawings or catalog cuts for all
valves. Requirements for submittal of drawings after award of order shall be as
required by the Supplier Drawing & Data Commitment Form (attached to PO).

2. Dimensional drawings and catalog cuts shall include:

a. Gear operator dimensions.

b. Nonstandard dimensions.

c. End-to-end dimensions for valves with welded-on nipples.

d. Detail of the end bevel for weld-end valves with nominal wall
thickness greater than 22 mm.

These drawings need not be certified except when called for in the PO or the Item
Description.

3. Drawings and catalogue cuts shall include materials of construction with referenced
material specification (i.e. ASTM).

4. Supplier shall be prepared to furnish, on request, dimensional drawings showing stem

or shaft sealing design and number of size of packing rings or stem seals required for
each type and size of valve in the PO.

5. Total weight of the valve, including operator, shall be shown on the drawings and
catalog cuts.

E. Maximum Field Pressure Test

Supplier shall furnish the maximum allowable hydrostatic shell and seat test pressures that
valves can be subjected to, during field pressure testing, for valves not manufactured in
accordance with a standard.

F. Hydortest Certification

Supplier shall furnish certification of hydrotest in accordance with Section 2.8A. of this
specification. Test results may be included in the Manufacturer's Test Report (MTR).

1.4 Quality Assurance

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A. Inspection Authority

Examination or tests may be reviewed or witnessed by Marafiq or its authorized agent at

Supplier’s or Manufacturer’s facility.

1. A general inspection of the facility for quality control procedures may be made as
selected by the Inspector.

2. Valve castings shall have visual inspection in accordance with MSS SP-55 as
selected by the Inspector.

3. Repairs shall be inspected as selected by the Inspector after repairs have been made.

B. Refurbishment

1. Refurbishment is not permitted unless specifically authorized in writing by Marafiq.

2. Modification of new valves is permitted only if specifically authorized, and if the

requirements of Section 2.7C. are satisfied.

C. Major Repairs

Major repairs shall not be performed without authorization. Welding procedures may be
furnished for evaluation as an alternative to this requirement.

2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 Brass and Bronze Valves

A. Design of brass and bronze valves shall comply with MSS-SP-80.

B. Materials of construction shall be manufacturer’s standard except asbestos or asbestos

bearing material shall not be used.

2.2 Cast Iron and Ductile Iron Valves

A. Cast Iron valves shall comply with MSS SP-70, SP-71, or SP-85 as applicable.

B. Materials of construction shall be manufacturer’s standard except asbestos or asbestos

bearing material shall not be used.

2.3 Forged Valves (Carbon Steel, Low Alloy, and Stainless Steel)

A. Design

1. Class 800 and Class 1500 gate valves shall comply with API-602.
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2. Class 800 and Class 1500 globe, angle, and check valves shall comply with API-602
as applicable.

3. Valves higher than class 1500 shall comply with ASME B16.34.

B. Trim

1. When trim #8 (13 Chrome with stellite 6 seats) is specified in the Item Purchase
Description, trim #5 (13 chrome with stellite 6 seats and disc) may be provided.

2. Hardfacing shall be of Number 6 composition or equal, according to AWS A5.13

Grade CoCrA.

3. For valve trims where API-602 does not specify a hardness, there shall be a
minimum hardness difference of 50 BHN between the body seating surface(s) and
the wedge/disc seating surfaces.

C. Packing Systems

Unless specified otherwise in the Item Purchase Description, packing shall be pure graphite
foil packing suitable for 538 degrees C (1000 degrees F) oxidizing services with braided
graphite fiber rings on the top and bottom of the packing stack.

D. Bonnet Gaskets

Unless otherwise specified in the Item Purchase Description, Gaskets shall be spiral wound
metal with filler. Metal windings shall be same as body and bonnet (Type 304 stainless
minimum); and filler shall be pure graphite.

E. Bonnet Bolting

1. Bolting shall be ASTM A193 grade B7 with ASTM A194 grade 2H nuts unless
otherwise specified in the Item Purchase Description.

2. Bolt protrusion through the nut shall be 1-1/2 threads maximum.

F. Metallurgy

1. Austenitic stainless steels shall be furnished in the solution annealed condition.

2. Monel valve castings shall be furnished per ASTM A494/A494M, grade M-35-1 or
grade M-30C, including conformance to the supplemental Weldability Test S-2.
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2.4 Cast Carbon Steel and Cast Low Alloy Valves

A. Design

1. Bolted bonnet gate valves shall comply with API-600.

2. Bolted bonnet globe and angle valves shall comply with API-600 insofar as
applicable, including minimum wall thickness and stem diameter.

3. Pressure seal bonnet valves shall comply with ASME B16.34.

4. Flanged bolted bonnet, wafer and wafer lug check valves shall comply with API-594.

B. Trim

1. The base material of discs/wedges shall be of the same material as the body. The
discs/wedges may be the same material as the nominal trim specified.

2. When trim #8 (13 Chrome with stellite 6 seats) is specified in the Valve Purchase
Description, trim #5 (13 chrome with stellite 6 seats and disc) may be provided.

3. Hardfacing shall be of Number 6 composition or equal, according to AWS A5.13

Grade CoCrA.

4. For valve trims where API-600 does not specify a hardness, there shall be a
minimum hardness difference of 50 BHN between the body seating surface(s) and
the wedge/disc seating surfaces.

5. Gate valves shall be designed to avoid wedge jamming in any installed position,
including horizontal stem orientation in horizontal lines.

C. Packing Systems

Unless specified otherwise in the Item Purchase Description, packing shall be a graphite,
braided, non-asbestos material suitable for 425 degrees C (800 degrees F) steam or
petroleum services, and containing a sacrificial metal corrosion inhibitor, or pure graphite
foil packing suitable for 538 degrees C (1000 degrees F) oxidizing services with braided
graphite fiber rings on the top and bottom of the packing stack.

D. Bonnet Gaskets

1. The bonnet gasket for class 150 oval bonnet gate valves shall be corrugated metal
with graphite filler or stainless steel reinforced flexible graphite. Metallurgy shall be
the same as or better then the bonnet material.
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2. The bonnet gasket for flanged class 300 and higher rating gate valves shall conform
to the requirements of API-600. As a minimum, gaskets shall be 304 stainless steel
spiral wound with flexible graphite filler.

3. The bonnet gasket for flanged globe and check valves (all ratings) shall, as a
minimum, be 304 stainless steel spiral wound with flexible graphite filler.

4. The bonnet gasket for buttweld valves shall be stainless steel spiral wound flexible
graphite filled or ring joint. Ring joint bonnet gasket designs shall have a smooth
radius transition between the bottom and sides of the ring groove. Maximum
allowable hardness of ring joint gaskets shall follow ASME B16.20.

E. Bonnet Bolting

1. Bolting shall be ASTM A193 grade B7 with ASTM A194 grade 2H nuts unless
otherwise specified in the Item Purchase Description.

2. Bolt protrusion through the nut shall be 1-1/2 threads maximum.

2.5 Cast Stainless and High Alloy Valves

A. Design

1. Class 150, 300 and 600 bolted bonnet gate valves shall comply with API-603.

2. Class 150, 300 and 600 globe and angle valves shall comply with ASME B16.34.

3. Class 900 and higher valves shall comply with API-600 except minimum wall
thickness shall comply with ASME B6.34.

4. Pressure Seal Bonnet valves shall comply with ASME B16.34.

5. Flanged bolted bonnet, wafer and wafer-lug check valves shall comply with API-594.

6. Gate valves shall be designed to avoid wedge jamming in any installed position,
including horizontal stem orientation in horizontal lines.

B. Trim

1. The base material of discs/wedges shall be of the same material as the body.

2. When trim stellited seats are specified in the Valve Purchase Description, stellited
seats and discs may be provided.

3. Hardfacing shall be of Number 6 composition or equal, according to AWS A5.13

Grade CoCrA.
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4. For valve trims where API-600 or API-603 do not specify a hardness, there shall be a
minimum hardness difference of 50 BHN between the body seating surface(s) and
the wedge/disc seating surfaces.

5. Gland bolts, nuts and yoke bolting shall be of the same nominal chemistry as the
body.

C. Packing Systems

Unless specified otherwise in the Item Purchase Description, packing shall be a graphite,
braided, non-asbestos packing suitable for 538 degrees C (1000 degrees F) steam or
petroleum services, and containing a sacrificial metal corrosion inhibitor, or pure graphite
foil packing suitable for 425 degrees C (800 degrees F) oxidizing services with braided
graphite fiber rings on the top and bottom of the packing stack. Where TFE packing is
specified in the Item Description, it may be either braided non-asbestos packing
impregnated with TFE, braided pure TFE packing, or pure virgin TFE chevron rings.
Graphite is not permitted when TFE packing is specified.

D. Bonnet Gaskets

1. The bonnet gasket for class 150 oval bonnet gate valves shall be corrugated metal
with graphite filler or stainless steel reinforced flexible graphite. Metallurgy shall be
the same as or better then the bonnet material.

2. The bonnet gasket for flanged class 300 and higher rating gate valves shall conform
to the requirements of API-603. As a minimum, gaskets shall be 304 stainless steel
spiral wound with flexible graphite filler.

3. The bonnet gasket for flanged globe and check valves (all ratings) shall, as a
minimum, be 304 stainless steel spiral wound with flexible graphite filler.

4. The bonnet gasket for buttweld valves shall be stainless steel spiral wound flexible
graphite filled or ring joint. Ring joint bonnet gasket designs shall have a smooth
radius transition between the bottom and sides of the ring groove. Maximum
allowable hardness of ring joint gaskets shall follow ASME B16.20

E. Bonnet Bolting

1. Bolting shall be ASTM A193 grade B7 with ASTM A194 grade 2H nuts unless
otherwise specified in the Item Purchase Description.

2. Bonnet bolting in accordance with ASTM A193 Grade B8 or B8M, Class 2, with
ASTM A194 Grade 8 or 8M nuts also acceptable.

3. Bolt protrusion through the nut shall be 1-1/2 threads maximum.

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F. Metallurgy

1. Austenitic stainless steels shall be furnished in the solution annealed condition.

2. Monel valve castings shall be furnished per ASTM A494/A494M, grade M-35-1 or
grade M-30C, including conformance to the supplemental Weldability Test S-2.

2.6 Common Design Criteria

A. Dimensions

Valves shall have an end-to-end dimension in accordance with the standards referenced for
manufacture. End-to-end dimensions of flanged end, butt weld end, or wafer type valves
that differ from the Manufacturer and figure number listed in the Item Purchase Description,
such as bolted bonnet versus pressure seal bonnet, are not permitted without authorization.

B. Wet H2S Service

Where the Item Purchase Description states “For Wet H2S Service” or “For Sour Service”,
materials furnished shall be in accordance with NACE MR0103. Unless otherwise specified
in the Item Purchase Description, bonnet bolting shall be ASTM A193 Grade B7M with
ASTM A194 Grade 2HM nuts.

C. No Copper

Where the Item Purchase Description specifies "no copper permitted" no copper nor copper
bearing alloy (except trace amount) materials shall be used, including internal and external
parts such as trim, grounding spring, stem bearings, and gland follower.

D. Welded-on Flanges

Flanged end valves with welded-on flanges are not permitted.

E. End Bores

Weld bevels and end preparation shall be in accordance with ASME B16.25. Bore
diameters at the end bevel shall be in accordance with ASME B36.10M or B36.19M, as
applicable when specified as a schedule or weight. Butt weld ends machined from flanged
valves are not permitted.

F. Threaded and Socketweld Ends

Threaded ends shall have taper pipe threads in accordance with ASME B1.20.1.
Socketweld ends shall be in accordance with ASME B16.11.
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G. Flange Finish

The finish for gasket surfaces of flanged ends shall be in accordance with ASME B16.5.

H. Backseat

Gate and globe valves shall have backseating designs to permit repacking under pressure
while the valve is in the open position.

I. Body Tappings

Location and designation of body tappings, if so specified in the Item Purchase Description,
shall be in accordance with Figure 1 of ASME B16.34. Tappings shall be taper pipe
threaded in accordance with ASME B1.20.1 and shall be fitted with solid forged plugs of
the same basic metallurgy as the valve body. Socketwelding openings shall be in accordance
with ASME B16.11 and shall be fitted with plastic plugs.

J. Wedge and Disc Design

Wedges for gate valves shall be flexible type unless otherwise specified in the Item
Purchase Description. Globe valves shall be suitable for throttling service and have a plug-
type disc. The disc and stem connection shall be designed to reduce or eliminate the
vibration of the stem. Stem vibration may cause premature failure in the stem seals.

K. Valve Stems and Shafts

Valve shall be blow-out proof if the stem or shaft becomes separated from the closure
device, if the stem nut becomes detached from the yoke, or if the packing gland is removed.
Valve stems shall be designed such that the weakest link is outside of the pressure
boundary.

L. Operators

1. Valve handle shall be heat resistant and capable of withstanding direct exposure to
fire without becoming unusable.

2. Closure torque during test: For hand wheel and gear operated (manual) valves,
closure torque shall not be greater than that attainable by hand tightening.

3. Gear operators shall be fully enclosed types with cast housing, furnished with a stem
protector. Enclosures fabricated from sheet metal are not permitted.

4. Gear operators shall be sized to operate the valve under full differential pressure
unless a lower maximum differential is stated. Maximum allowable rim pull is 350
N.
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M. Tapped Bolt Holes

Tapped bolt holes in valve bodies such as in lug type or single flange valves shall be
threaded in accordance with ASME B1.1. Threads shall be the Coarse Thread Series (UNC)
through 1-inch bolt size and the 8 Pitch Thread Series (8UN) for bolt sizes of 1-1/8 inches
and larger, with a Class 2B tolerance.

N. Threaded Openings and Plugs

1. Threads shall be per ASME B1.20.1.

2. All threaded openings shall be plugged with solid, round or square head plugs of
wrought material having the same nominal composition as the body or a comparable
material approved by buyer. Plugs shall not be made from cast material.

2.7 Fabrication And Manufacture

A. Fabrication by Welding

Valves fabricated entirely or partially by welding, not including seal welds of bonnets, shall
comply with the design requirements of this specification unless where specifically
authorized. Welding procedures are required for evaluation prior to commencement of
fabrication.

B. Repairs

1. Minor casting repairs shall conform to the ASTM specification referenced for
manufacture. Limitations on imperfections and method and extent of required
examination for repairs shall be the same as required for the original castings. Repair
of castings by peening or impregnation with metallic or nonmetallic materials is
prohibited.

2. Major repairs shall not be performed without buyer’s authorization.

C. Modification of New Valves

1. Modifications are not permitted without authorization.

2. Modifications to valves that have been completely assembled and pressure tested by
the Manufacturer shall conform to one of the following, as applicable:

a. Modifications by Manufacturer

If modifications have been performed by the Manufacturer of the valve, the

completely modified valve shall be pressure tested in accordance with
Section 2.8A.
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b. Modifications by Other than Manufacturer

Modifications shall be described in the quotation and shall contain the

information listed below:

 The extent of modification (packing change, new seat material, re-facing of

flange faces).
 The name of the firm performing the modification.
 Statement of warranty.

2.8 Inspection And Tests

A. Pressure Testing

1. Valves shall be pressure tested in accordance with the standard to which they are
manufactured. Valves manufactured to an API standard shall be tested to API 598.
Steel valves not covered by an API standard shall be tested in accordance with MSS
SP-61. Other valves shall be tested in accordance with the procedures of MSS SP-61
except that the test pressures shall be as follows:
● Shell: 1.5 × P
● Seat: 1.0 × P
where P = The non-shock cold working pressure or WOG (Water-Oil-Gas) rating
specified by the Manufacturer.

2. Pressure testing of austenitic stainless steel valves shall conform to the following
additional requirements:

a. Only water containing less than 50 mg/liter (50 ppm) chloride ion
shall be used for pressure testing.

b. Following pressure testing, the test water shall be immediately

drained and valves shall be dried by blowing with air or dry nitrogen.

3. The type or style of valve stem packing or stem seals used during pressure testing
shall be the same as that specified to be supplied with the valve.

4. Valves packed for vacuum (external pressure) service shall be allowed the same leak
rate as defined for internal pressure.

5. Closure torque during test – For hand wheel and gear operated (manual) valves,
closure torque shall not be greater than that attainable by hand tightening.

B. Examination

1. Valves shall be subjected to Positive Material Identification (PMI) in accordance

with Marafiq Specification MQ-SP-M-4013.
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2. Other Examination is required only as specified in the Item Purchase Description or

the Purchase Order.

3. Surfaces to be examined shall be clean and free from surface conditions that may
mask unacceptable conditions.

4. Personnel performing or evaluating examinations other than visual examination and

hardness testing shall be qualified in accordance with the ASNT SNT-TC-1A. Only
Level II or Level III personnel shall be authorized to interpret results for radiographic
and ultrasonic examinations.

5. All valve castings shall meet the visual acceptance standards of MSS SP-55.

6. If radiographic examination is specified or performed, examination and acceptance

criteria shall be in accordance with MSS SP-54.

a. If “casting quality factor of 1.00” is specified in the Item Description, the

additional requirements of Attachment 01 of this Specification shall apply.

7. If magnetic particle examination is specified or performed, examination and

acceptance criteria shall follow MSS SP-53.

8. If liquid penetrant examination is specified or performed, examination and

acceptance criteria shall follow MSS SP-93.

9. If ultrasonic examination is specified or performed, examination and acceptance

criteria shall follow MSS SP-94.

10. Impact tests, if required by the material specification or Valve Purchase Description,
shall be in accordance with the applicable Piping Code, i.e. ASME B31.1, ASME
B31.3, ASME B31.4, ASME B31.8.

2.9 Identification And Tagging

A. Marking

1. Each valve shall be marked in strict accordance with the standard referenced for
manufacture except the minimum requirements of MSS SP-25 shall be satisfied.

2. Each valve shall be clearly identified with country of origin.

3. Valves with a preferred flow direction shall have the direction of flow cast or steel
stamped on the valve body.

4. When check valves are furnished with a drilled orifice hole in the disc or closure
plate, the size of the orifice shall be stamped on the body with low stress stamp.
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B. Tagging

1. Each valve shall be fitted with a rust-resistant metal tag securely attached with no
fewer than 6 twists of stainless steel wire. Paper or plastic tags are unacceptable.

2. Tags shall normally be attached to the gland bolting. Tags on valves that do not have
gland bolting may be attached to the hand wheel or other appropriate location.
Attachment of tags through bolt holes of end flanges is not permitted.

3. Each tag shall be clearly stamped with the Item Code Number and the PO Number.
Ink or paint is not acceptable for marking. The Item Code Number is the number
appearing directly above the first line of each Item Purchase Description on the Bills
of Material.

4. If the Valve Purchase Description specifies that the valve is for a specific service, the
supplier shall attach an additional tag spelling out this requirement.

Example: FOR CHLORINE SERVICE

5. The minimum dimensions for tags and wire shall be in accordance with the
following:

a. Size of tag Round 40 mm diameter

Rectangular 12 mm by 70 mm

b. Thickness of tag 1.2 mm minimum

c. Lettering height 6 mm minimum

d. Wire diameter 1.2 mm minimum

Proper tagging is essential in the Material Management system. The Supplier must
comply with this requirement.
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2.10 Preparation For Shipment

A. Gate and globe valves shall be in the closed position for shipment.

B. Valves shall be shipped with the correct stem packing installed and with the gland follower
sufficiently tightened to prevent loss of packing gland bolting during shipment.

C. Valves shall be prepared in such a manner as to avoid damage or atmospheric corrosion to

inside or outside surfaces or parts, during storage or while in transit. Use API 600 as a
minimum standard of acceptance.

D. Un-machined exterior surfaces of the shell of ferritic valves shall be painted. Austenitic
stainless steel valves shall not be painted.

E. Austenitic stainless steel valves shall be protected from chlorine attack such as might occur
from exposure to saltwater spray or atmosphere during shipment, cleaning, fabrication,
testing, and storage. Protection shall also be provided if shipping by truck in areas where
road salt is used. Consideration shall be given to enclosing or wrapping in a vapor-proof
barrier material.

F. Unless export packaging is specified, valves may be shipped loose or packed in a box or
crate.

G. If export packaging is specified, valves shall be shipped in wooden boxes or crates,

individually or collectively, in a manner to prevent shifting within the container.

H. Threaded and socketweld openings shall be closed with plastic or metal protectors to
exclude dirt and other foreign matter from the interior of the valves.

I. Flange facings and butt welding ends shall be protected over the entire gasket seating
surface or weld end with high-impact plastic covers, and secured with lock plugs (integral
or separate) or steel strapping. Plastic end protectors of at least 12 mm thickness, secured
with at least 4 bolts or with steel strapping, are also acceptable. Cardboard or pressboard
end protectors (which absorb water) are unacceptable.

J. Carbon steel and ferritic alloy steel flanged and butt weld end valves shall have end flange
facing and bevels coated with a peelable or solvent-removable rust-preventative coating
before the end protectors are applied.

3.0 EXECUTION

Not Applicable
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4.0 ATTACHMENTS

4.1 Attachment 01 – Cast Valves / Additional Examination Requirements

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CAST VALVES / ADDITIONAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS

ADDITIONAL
EXAMINATION
REQUIREMENTS
Wherever ‘Casting Quality Factor of 1.00’, ‘Critical Service’, or ‘Category M
Service’ is specified in the Item Description or the Purchase Order, castings in all
materials shall have a casting quality factor E(C) of 1.00 according to ASME B31.3,
Chapter II - "Increased Casting Quality Factor E" Table 302.3.3D consisting of either
A or B, following:
A. Carbon Steel and Chrome-moly Alloy
1. All accessible exterior and interior surfaces of each casting in carbon steel
and chrome-moly alloy materials shall have dry powder magnetic particle
examination in accordance with MSS SP-53 with acceptance criteria in
accordance with MSS SP-53, using reference photographs in ASTM-E125.
2. Fully radiograph all critical areas as defined by the manufacturer and agreed
upon by Marafiq Piping Materials Engineer. Radiography shall be in
accordance with MSS SP-54 with acceptance criteria in accordance with
ASME/ B31.3, Chapter II - "Acceptance Levels For Castings" Table
302.3.3D and reference radiographs in ASTM-E446, E186, or E280 as
applicable.
B. Austenitic Stainless Steel and Nickel Alloys
1. All accessible exterior and interior surfaces of each casting in austenitic
stainless steel or nickel alloy castings shall have liquid dye penetrant
examination in accordance with ASTM-E165 with acceptance criteria in
accordance with Table 1 of MSS SP-53, using ASTM-E125 as a reference
for surface flaws.
2. Fully radiograph all critical areas as defined by the manufacturer and agreed
upon by Marafiq Piping Materials Engineer. Radiography shall be in
accordance with MSS SP-54 with acceptance criteria in accordance with
ASME/ B31.3, Chapter II - "Acceptance Levels For Castings" Table
302.3.3D and reference radiographs in ASTM-E446, E186, or E280 as
applicable.