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RECORD OF REVISIONS

Date Revision Details Revision Number

14/07/12 Issued for Implementation 0

Various DEC’s agreed comments have been incorporated “As

28/02/2013 1
Marked” in following sections / clauses,

11.1.2. Clause deleted.

11.2.1. Last bullet added.

12.2. Clause modified.

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Contents
1. Purpose........................................................................................................................... 1
2. Scope .............................................................................................................................. 1
3. Cost competitive engineering and design ........................................................................ 1
4. Conflict and Deviations ................................................................................................... 1
5. Reference ....................................................................................................................... 1
6. Units of measurement .................................................................................................... 2
7. Definition ........................................................................................................................ 3
8. Environmental Conditions ............................................................................................... 3
9. General Requirements .................................................................................................... 3
10. Design Requirements ...................................................................................................... 4
11. Selection Criteria ............................................................................................................. 5
12. Pressure Relief Valves Sizing ........................................................................................... 9
13. Construction ................................................................................................................... 9
14. Painting ......................................................................................................................... 11
15. Marking ........................................................................................................................ 11
16. Inspection and Testing .................................................................................................. 12
17. Preparation for Shipment.............................................................................................. 14
18. Vendor Data Requirements ........................................................................................... 14
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1. Purpose
This document defines the minimum requirements for design, sizing,
construction, testing, inspection and installation of safety relief devices.
2. Scope
This specification together with datasheets describes the requirement for safety
relief devices namely: safety relief valves; rupture disc and vacuum vent valves.
3. Cost competitive engineering and design
The engineering team shall maintain the cost focus throughout all phases of the
project. This should be done without compromising any specification and design
requirements.
4. Conflict and Deviations
SELLER shall be responsible to inform any conflicts between this specification and
other applicable specifications, industry standards and codes to Managing
Contractor / Owner. SELLER shall proceed further in the concerned matter only
after conflicts are resolved in writing by Managing Contractor / Owner.
In general, order of priority of the documents shall be as follows,
• Local regulatory and statutory requirement;
• Project specification;
• This specification and relevant equipment/system specification;
• Codes and Standards;
SELLER shall be required to obtain prior approval from Managing Contractor /
Owner for any deviation from this specification.
5. Reference
Reference shall be made to various standards and codes as listed below. The
latest issued revision to these documents shall apply unless otherwise indicated.
5.1. Project Specification
10080-1-SS-PP-038 Piping Material Specification
10080-1-SS-PP-014 Protective Coating and Painting Specifications
5.2. Codes and Standards
ANSI B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, NPS ½ through
NPS 24
ANSI B16.34 Valves – Flanged, threaded & welding ends
ANSI B46.1 Surface Texture (Surface Roughness, Waviness& Lay)

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API RP520 Pt. 1 Sizing, Selection and Installation of Pressure-

Relieving Systems in Refineries
API RP520 Pt. 2 Sizing, Selection and Installation of Pressure-
Relieving Systems in Refineries - Installation
API RP521 Guide for Pressure Relieving and Depressurizing
Systems
API RP525 Test Procedure for Pressure Relieving Devices
Discharging Against Variable Back Pressure
API 526 Flanged Steel Pressure Relief Valves
API 527 Seat Tightness of Pressure Relief Valves
API 2000 Venting Atmospheric and Low-Pressure Storage
Tanks
ASME Section I Power Boilers
ASME Section VIII Unfired Pressure Vessels
ASTM G93 Standard Practice for cleaning methods for material
and equipment used in oxygen-enriched
environments.
CGA G4.4 Practices for Gaseous Oxygen Transmission and
Distribution Piping System
IBR-293 Indian Boiler Regulations for Steam service over 3.5
kg/cm2
NACE MR01 75 Materials Resistant to Sulphide Stress Cracking in
Oilfields

NACE MR01 03 Materials Resistant to Sulphide Stress Cracking in

Corrosive Petroleum Refining Environments.

6. Units of measurement
Quantity Unit Abbreviation
Density Kilograms per cubic meter Kg/m3
Flow - liquid cubic meter per hour m3/Hr
Flow - gas and vap normal cubic meters per hour Nm3/Hr
Flow - steam Kilogram per hour or Tonnes per Kg/Hr or Ton/Hr
hour

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Quantity Unit Abbreviation

Mass Kilogram Kg
Mass Tonne te or t
Molecular weight kilogram per kilogram mole MWT or MW
Power Kilowatt kW
Pressure – (gauge) Kg/cm2 gauge / millimeter of Kg/cm2 g /
water column (gauge) mmWC (g)
Pressure – (Absolute) Kg/cm2 Absolute / millimeter of Kg/cm2 a /
water column (Absolute) mmWC (a)
Temperature degree centigrade °C
Viscosity (dynamic) Centipoise Cp
Volume Cubic meter m3

7. Definition
The ‘Owner/Buyer’ is the party which initiates the project.

The 'Managing Contractor' is the party which carries out all or part of the design,
engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning for the project.

The 'SELLER' is the party which manufactures or supplies equipment and services
to perform the function as specified by managing contractor / Owner or Buyer.
8. Environmental Conditions
8.1. External Conditions
All field mounted instrumentation for Safety Devices shall in all respects be
suitable for reliable and continuous operation in the service conditions stated in
the “Basic Engineering Design Data Specification". Safety relief devices shall be
able to withstand being exposed to solar radiation and surface design
temperatures as given in the above specification.
9. General Requirements
9.1. SELLER shall be responsible for functional design and sizing of relief devices to
meet the requirements of the specification and the parameters as specified on
the data sheet. Compliance with the requirements of this specification does not
relieve the SELLER of his responsibility for design and manufacture of pressure
safety relief devices of proper design for the specified duties and conditions.

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9.2. SELLER is required to complete all furnished information as indicated by an

asterisk (*) on the data sheet and submit with his proposal. The completed filled
in data sheets will be included as part of this purchase specification.
If rupture disc is to be installed along with safety relief valve, PSV datasheet shall
have rupture disc information.
9.3. Selection of all accessories, materials and methods of fabrication which are not
specifically covered by this specification, but which are necessary to complete the
fabrication of pressure safety relief devices shall be the responsibility of the
SELLER and shall be carried out in accordance with good engineering practices.
9.4. Valves in steam service having pressure more than of 3.5 kg/cm2 shall comply
with the requirements of the Indian Boiler Regulations (IBR-293).
9.5. For PSV’s (Pressure Safety Valve) on steam generator / boiler & superheater, the
minimum free orifice diameter for Relief Valves on IBR systems shall be 19 mm, as
per IBR-281. (This is equivalent to an API G orifice).
9.6. Approval shall be obtained from the statutory authority (PESO) earlier known as
the Chief Controller of Explosives (C.C.O.E.), Nagpur for all valves in explosive
service. The designs of such valves must be approved by the C.C.O.E & shall be
inspected by a C.C.O.E. approved inspector.
9.7. All valves shall be designed for a minimum 20-year service life. Component parts
that require replacement to achieve this shall be readily available from the SELLER
and/or other market sources. All equipment and materials shall be standard
products of established SELLER.
9.8. SELLER shall furnish the quality assurance certificate that the casting meets these
material standards.
10. Design Requirements
10.1. All pressure relief valves shall be in accordance with applicable ASME codes and
regulations governing the design, fabrication and installation of pressure vessels.
Pressure relief valves shall be selected from the standard sizes listed in API 526.
10.2. Inlet and outlet flange shall be an integral part of the body. Flanges shall be in
accordance with ASME B16.5. Connection of the flanges to the body casting is not
permitted. Slip on flanges shall not be used. The use of 2 ½ inch flanges shall be
avoided.
10.3. For valves which are 3 inch and below, inlet flange rating shall be standardized to
300# as minimum. Outlet flange ratings for PRVs that relieve to a flare system or
atmosphere shall be in accordance with API 526 unless the Manufacturer’s
standard is a higher rating. For PRVs that relieve to a pressurized system, the
outlet flange shall be rated accordingly and body must be fully rated for the
maximum outlet flange rating.
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10.4. Valve bodies shall meet the pressure and temperature ratings for the specified
inlet and outlet flange sizes in accordance with API 526. The valve body rating
shall not be less than that permitted by the corresponding pipe class. Light weight
patterned valves are not acceptable.
10.5. Back pressure shall in no case exceed the pressure rating of the discharge flange.
10.6. The SELLER shall state clearly, in writing within his proposal, the maximum set and
discharge pressure ratings of all valves he proposes to supply.
10.7. Screwed valves shall not be used where inlet size is larger than 1 inch or where
the outlet is greater than 1.5 inches. Screwed valves shall not be used within
process piping.
11. Selection Criteria
Pressure Relief Valves (PRV) shall normally be of the conventional direct-acting
angle pattern, spring-loaded, full nozzle, high capacity type. For special
applications, pilot-operated relief valves, rupture disk assembly, and where
permitted by local regulations, air-assisted relief valves may be employed.
For a description of the various types of pressure relief valves, reference is made
to API RP 520 Part I.
Capacities to be used for selecting the pressure relief valves shall be those
established and guaranteed by the relief valve Manufacturer for the applicable
service conditions.
The criteria given below for the selection of a pressure relief valve shall be
followed:
11.1. Conventional pressure relief valves
11.1.1. If the built-up back pressure plus the variable superimposed back pressure does
not exceed the allowable overpressure, PRVs shall be conventional safety relief
valves unless other considerations justify the use of a balanced PRV (e.g.,
corrosion or fouling of PRV valve stem).
11.1.2. The allowable overpressure, as defined in API RP 520 Part I, is the pressure at the
PRV inlet (“relieving pressure”) minus the set pressure.
11.1.3. Spring-loaded PRVs connected to a closed discharge system shall always have a
closed bonnet.
11.2. Balanced-bellows pressure relief valves
11.2.1. This type of valve shall be used in the following cases:-
• Where the superimposed back pressure varies greater than 10% (up to 30%)
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• Where the built up back pressure is greater than 10% of the valve set
pressure, or where the built up back pressure is greater than the accumulation
in pressure for the valve.
• Where superimposed and built-up back pressure exceeds 30% a flow
correction factor shall be used to determine the relieving area of the valve.
Such a factor is advised in writing by the SELLER. The capacity of the valve and
the maximum allowable back pressure on the bellows shall be verified with
the SELLER.
• In case of corrosive fluid where it is required to isolate the guide, spring,
bonnet and other top work parts within the valve from the relieving fluid.
11.2.2. PRVs of the balanced type shall have a continuously vented bonnet. Balanced
Bellow vent shall not be left open for valves in acid, caustic, toxic and hazardous
services, Vent to be routed to a safe location.
11.3. Pilot-operated pressure relief valves
11.3.1. Pilot-operated PRVs shall only be considered in special cases summarized below
and are subjected to the approval of the Managing Contractor. These valves shall
be of modulating pilot type.
• Where high back pressures limit even the applicability of balanced valves (
30% of set pressure and above)
• Where seat leakage may be a problem with spring loaded relief devices, since
pilot operated relief devices have superior sealing qualities;
• If the margin between the maximum operating pressure (MOP) of the
protected system and the PRV set pressure is less than 10 % of the PRV set
pressure, since the process pressure provides a higher seating force than if a
spring were used.
• In large capacity and high set-pressure service due to their smaller size and
weight and where, especially for the larger sizes, a higher operating pressure
is allowed;
• In clean process fluid
11.3.2. Pilot-operated valves are more complex than spring-loaded valves. This can result
in higher maintenance.
11.3.3. The selection of the soft goods for main valve and pilot shall consider
compatibility with the process composition, temperature (relieving and heat
tracing temperatures, if applicable), and pressure.
11.3.4. Low temperature service can cause brittle failure or loss of elasticity of the soft
goods.
11.3.5. Pilot valves may be provided with either pilots having a sensing point from within
the main valve, or with the Pilots being connected to an external source.

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11.3.6. Remote sensing connection shall be ½” NPT (F) and Pilot tubing shall be SS316 as
minimum. Valve in line ratings 600 # and above shall be installed with piping, use
of Stainless Steel tubing for high pressure impulse line needs Owner approvals.
11.3.7. Valve in NACE service shall have all tubing component suitable for NACE service,
Pilot lines shall have flanged connections at Pilot end. Use of threaded connection
for NACE line needs owner approvals.
11.3.8. Selected valve SELLER shall confirm the valve reaction forces for the piping stress
analysis.
11.3.9. Pilot operated valves shall be standardized for the accessories like use of field test
connections, back flow preventers.
11.3.10. Pilot valve dual outlet shall be standardized for the large capacity valves for
having better interchangeability at site.
11.3.11. Pilot vent port shall be routed to safe location or plugged where applicable.
11.4. Thermal expansion relief valves (TERVs)
Thermal relief valves in liquid service shall be flanged 1D2 as a minimum size. The
design of the valve shall be as per ASME/API.
11.5. Rupture Disc
11.5.1. Rupture disc assembly shall be complete with bolted type safety head for
installation between a pair of flanges. The connection size and rating have been
specified in the data sheet
11.5.2. Only non-fragmented rupture disk shall be used in series upstream of a pressure
relief valve.
11.5.3. Application of rupture disks shall be minimized and shall be approved by
‘Managing Contractor’.
11.5.4. Rupture disks shall be sized and specified in accordance with the disk
Manufacturer’s recommendations and ASME VIII Codes.
11.5.5. Rupture disks shall be designed so that process pressure pulsations or spikes do
not cause premature failure of rupture disks.
11.5.6. Necessary bolts, jack screws, eye bolts shall be provided by Manufacturer for
each tag.
11.5.7. Rupture disks shall be installed in the corresponding rupture disk holder. SELLER’s
holder installation instructions shall be followed.
11.5.8. The rupture disk holder shall shield the disk from contact with the piping flanges,
when inserted. The rupture disc flange will have drain holes to avoid
accumulation of rain water over the disc.

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11.5.9. Where rupture disc is installed upstream of the safety relief valve an excess flow
check valve must be installed downstream of the disc to prevent any back
pressure on the disc. A 2 inch diameter pressure gauge shall be provided to
detect the leakage or rupture.
11.5.10. Where rupture disc is installed upstream of relief valve, the relief capacity shall be
de-rated as required by latest ASME Code.
11.5.11. Pressure alarm signaling unit, when specified to detect rupture of disc, shall be
provided with potential free contact. Contact rating shall be 110VAC, 5Amps.
Housing of this unit shall be IP-65 as a minimum. For hazardous area the same
shall be suitable to install in the area classification indicated in the data sheet.
Cable entry shall be ½ inch NPT (F).
11.5.12. For Rupture Disc and Safety Valve assemblies, SELLER shall include gasket
compatible with process fluid under given process conditions.
11.5.13. For each rupture disc, SELLER shall provide three spare discs. Additionally, one
disc shall be burst during testing.
11.6. Pressure/Vacuum Vent/ Breathing Valves
Two basic types of pressure and vacuum relief valves are utilized, direct acting
vent valves and pilot operated vent valves to provide overpressure or vacuum
protection for low pressure storage tanks.
11.6.1. Direct acting vent valves
11.6.1.1. Direct acting vent valves may be weight loaded or spring loaded. Springs are
generally used for set pressure above 1 psig or vacuum below -1 psig.
11.6.1.2. Since the weight loaded vent valves require a pressure that is 80 % to 100 %
higher than set pressure to achieve full rated capacity, the set points of such
devices shall be low enough that the tank design pressure and vacuum rating
comply with the allowable accumulation and under pressures. Data sheets shall
clearly state the maximum relieving pressure limit.
11.6.1.3. Seat leakage of direct acting vent valves normally starts at 75% of set pressure
and increases with increasing pressure. The size of the vent valves is based on the
venting device’s tank connection. The sizes are typically 2 inch to 12 inch and in
stacked configuration can be up to 24 inches.
11.6.2. Pilot operated vent valves
11.6.2.1. Low pressure pilot operated vent valves are typically available in size 2 inches to
12 inches. The size is dependent on tank connection for venting device.
11.6.2.2. The set pressure ranges varies from 15 psig (1.034 bar g) to -14.7 psig (-1.013 bar
g) vacuum. The minimum opening pressure is typically 2 inches of water column
(5mbar g) to -2 inches water column (-5mbarg).

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11.6.2.3. All low pressure pilot vent valves are soft seated for seat tightness. The seat
leakage rate decreases with increasing pressure. Typically no leakage above 30%
of set pressure. A small amount of leakage at pilot may begin at 90% of set
pressure. The rated capacity is achieved at 100% of the set pressure or vacuum.
12. Pressure Relief Valves Sizing
12.1. Valve sizing shall be carried out using methods base on API-RP-520, API-RP-521
and applicable ASME codes. The equations used by different SELLERs are similar
to basic API Methods and ASME except that formula their nomenclature,
correction factors and equations may vary slightly. SELLER’s method will be the
final adoption for calculation and selection.
12.2. For PRV handling a two-phase fluid sizing shall be as per API -520, Appendix CD,
the Leung Omega methods.
12.3. Pressure / vacuum vent and breathing valves shall be sized based on API 2000.
12.4. The blowdown (reseating) pressure shall be normally 5-7% below the valve set
pressure. Blowdown shall not be less than 0.138 kg/cm² (2 psig) for valves with a
set pressure of 6.9 kg/cm² (100 psig) or less. The minimum blowdown setting for
higher set pressures shall not be less than 2% of the Valve set pressure.
12.5. Where rupture disc is installed upstream of relief valve, the relief capacity shall be
de-rated as required by latest ASME Code
12.6. Any deviation with respect to process datasheet via calculated /selected size,
correction factors, shall be clearly mentioned in deviation list with back-up
documents.
12.7. If the difference between selected area & calculated area is 5% or less next higher
Orifice shall be selected.
13. Construction
13.1. General Features
13.1.1. Flanged relief valves shall be with bolted bonnet, full nozzle, spring loaded (except
for steam or air service) with screwed cap as minimum.
13.1.2. Body flanges shall be ANSI B16.5. Where it is necessary to modify the body to
accommodate a full nozzle the flange thickness shall not be less than the ANSI
B16.5 minimum thickness. Flange face details/finish shall be in accordance with
the piping class of the connected piping.
13.1.3. SELLER shall advise the coefficient of discharge which has been allocated by
ASME.

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13.2. Body, Bonnet and Trim

13.2.1. The body and bonnet material shall be as specified in data sheet. The minimum
materials of construction shall be ASTM A 216 WCB or its equivalent.
13.2.2. Trim materials shall be as specified on the engineering data sheet. The stem and
guide materials shall be made of corrosion resistant chrome nickel alloys as
minimum. The material shall be selected to ensure that there is adequate
difference in hardness between the rubbing surfaces to ensure minimum wear.
Where the valve body is specified as a special material, the guide and stem shall
be manufactured from materials which will have a similar degree of corrosion
resistance to the process fluid as that provided for the valve body.
13.2.3. Where particular corrosive services are specified, (e.g. NACE Standard) the
materials of construction of the valve shall comply to the recommendations laid
down for the service.
13.2.4. On Low temperature service, the Joule-Thomson effect of the fluid shall be
considered when specifying the valve materials of construction.
13.2.5. The valve construction may be that used as a standard by the manufacturer
provided that it meets all the applicable codes and is in accordance with the
project piping classification.
13.2.6. Other materials of construction will be detailed on the data sheets where the
above minimum standard materials are not suitable. When this is the case the
materials given on the data sheet will be deemed to be the minimum for the
service given.
13.2.7. Where a change in process condition at the valve outlet increases the quality of
the piping material the relief valve body shall be manufactured from the higher
grade material.
13.2.8. Nozzle & disc seating areas shall be such that several maintenance lapping
operations can be carried out.
13.3. Springs
13.3.1. Spring material shall be 316 Stainless Steel below -29oC. Chrome steel (Aluminized
painted) to be used in the relieving temperature range from -28.8oC to 232.2oC (-
20oF to + 450oF). Tungsten Springs shall be used for relieving temperatures in
excess of 232.2oC to 538oC (450oF to 1000oF). Inconel shall be used for
temperatures in excess of 538oC and for NACE service.
13.3.2. SELLER standard design materials shall be used for temperatures not specified
above.
13.3.3. INCONEL X-750 or NIMONIC 90 used for sour service, except where bellows are
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13.3.4. The final material selection shall be dependent on the project material selection
guide and the service.
13.4. Bellows
Bellows shall be made of INCONEL 625 unless otherwise specified in the data
sheet.
13.5. Lifting Levers
Plain lifting levers shall be provided on all valves for hot water, air and steam
service unless specified otherwise on the data sheet. Lifting levers shall not be
fitted on process associated relief valves.
If lifting levers are provided they shall be as below:
Relief valve without bellows – packed lifting lever
Relief valve with bellows – plain lifting lever
Relief valve in air service – plain lifting lever
13.6. Caps
Caps shall be provided over the spring adjusting screws on all valves except as
required by codes. The cap and bonnet shall be provided with a wire seal, unless
otherwise specified, to prevent unauthorized adjustment.
14. Painting
Relief devices shall be prepared and painted according to the SELLER’s standard,
suitable for severe service in an industrial and/or marine environment at the
operating temperature and subject to engineering review and approval.
15. Marking
All relief valves shall be fitted with a permanently attached stainless steel labels
(not wired-on) showing the following information:-
• Valve Serial no.
• SELLER’s standard data
• Purchase Order Number
• Valve tag number
• Manufacturer’s name and/or Trademark
• Valve and orifice size: Inlet & Outlet flange rating
• Valve spring, disc and disc holder and body materials (show ASTM numbers as
applicable)
• Rated capacity (in units specified on the valve data sheet)
• Set Pressure and Cold Differential Set Pressure
• Valves spring range

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• Where applicable the valve body shall be stamped with the code (ASME
stamp) along with tag number.
• Springs of over 0.125 inches diameter shall have the spring number and its
material permanently stamped or etched onto it.
• In case of rupture disk the flow direction shall be clearly marked on the disk
holder.
16. Inspection and Testing
All valves shall be inspected and tested as specified in data sheet, purchase
documents and approved inspection and test plan.
SELLER shall provide material certificates, test carried out at foundry and NDE
tests report for magnetic particle check or liquid penetrant, radiography and
repair procedures as applicable for the project.
Non-destructive examination of castings and material certification shall be in
accordance with piping material specification.
Where carbon steel for low temperature service is specified, impact testing shall
be carried out to the body casting, bonnet and flanges.
Valves in steam service above 3.5 kg/cm2 shall have IBR Form IIIC certificate of
manufacture and test for item 11.
Valves in explosive material service shall be issued with a PESO(C.C.O.E., Nagpur)
certificate.
The following tests may be required to be carried out by SELLER, in the presence
of Managing Contractor’s Inspector.
16.1. Visual Inspection & Dimensional check
The complete valve assembly shall be visually inspected for general workmanship,
identification, protective coating and conformance to purchase specification. The
face to face dimensions & flange face finish shall be checked as per necessary
applicable API/ ASME standards. All dimensions (including overall height) shall be
checked as per manufacture’s drawing.
16.2. Hydrotests / Pneumatic Tests
The valve nozzle shall be hydrostatically tested prior to valve set pressure, leak
and back pressure tests. The hydrotest shall be limited to 1.5 times the maximum
pressure permitted on the inlet flange assembly when the temperature is
assumed to be 37.8oC (100oF).
The inlet and outlet sides of the valve body shall be hydrostatically tested to the
body pressure limit. SELLER shall advise the maximum test pressure, prior to the
test being performed.

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The valve assembly shall be pneumatically tested to 1.5 times the valve
backpressure.
16.3. Set Pressure Test
Each valve shall have its set pressure tested. The intention of the test is such that
the lifting pressure shall be observed using a Calibrated Test Pressure Gauge to
measure the pressure under the Valve. Testing shall be done at Cold differential
set pressure (CDSP) with valve in vertical position and fixed on test bench. Gas or
Vapor service valves are tested with bottled Nitrogen or Clean Dry Compressed
Air. Liquid service valves are tested with water.
It is not the intention that the valve is to be "POPPED" during the test since the
popping of relief valves can cause seat damage. Reseat pressure shall be
demonstrated by the SELLER from approved charts.
16.4. Seat Leakage Test
Seat Leakage Test shall be performed as per API RP527. For Gas or vapor service,
set pressure and the bubble seat leakage test as prescribed by API RP527 Section
2 or flooded seat leakage test as prescribed by API RP527 Section 5 shall be
carried out. For liquid service, flooded seat leakage test as prescribed by API
RP527 Section 4 shall be carried out.
16.5. Bellow leak test
Balanced bellow valves shall be tested for bellow leak test. Pressure equal to
superimposed back pressure shall be applied at valve outlet and leakage shall be
observed at vent point (open to atmosphere). Valve shall pass the test if it gives
zero leakage.
16.6. Special Test Requirements
Special test requirements shall be in accordance with Piping specification, tests
listed in approved inspection plan and as specified in individual datasheet for each
safety relief device.
16.6.1. Sour or Wet H2S service: Relief devices used in H2S or sour service shall comply
with the requirement of NACE, as applicable.
16.6.2. Relief devices for Oxygen service: For pressure safety relieving devices in oxygen
service, the SELLER shall submit to the Owner for approval a detailed description
of valve assembly and cleaning procedures.
Parts for pressure safety relieving devices specified for oxygen service shall be
thoroughly de-burred and cleaned of chips and foreign matter prior to assembly.
Pressure safety relieving devices shall be segregated for the assembly operation in
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All the valves shall bear the warning “OXYGEN! KEEP FREE FROM OIL AND
GREASE!”
Lubricants and solvents used during cleaning and assembly shall be compatible
with intended service; ensuring residues are not potential poisoning agents for
catalyst wherever applicable.
16.6.3. Helium leak test shall be carried out for Relief devices used for Hydrogen service.
17. Preparation for Shipment
All ports and openings shall be sealed. Threaded connections shall be protected
with metallic or molded plastic caps or plugs. Flange connections shall be covered
with wooden or metal flanges to keep foreign material out of the interior of the
disc and to fully protect the flange faces from damage during shipment.
All exposed machine surfaces shall be protected during shipment by the
application of an easily removable Rust Preventative.
Valves shall be shipped with the stem in a vertical plane to minimize galling on the
seat. To further assist in seat protection each valve shall be shipped with a
shipping gag in position to prevent seat movement.
Packaging shall be in accordance with the Project packing Specification.
Valves and components manufactured from stainless steels must be stored under
cover and out of contact with the ground and shall never be exposed to wetting
by salt water or salt spray.
It is the responsibility of the SELLER to ensure that the equipment is adequately
protected and packed to meet the shipping and delivery requirements.
18. Vendor Data Requirements
SELLER shall submit the following documents as a minimum:
• Manufacturer’s datasheet
• Calculations of relief device capacity
• Dimensional outline drawing with part identification
• Material certificates & NDE Test results.
• IBR, CCOE certification as applicable
• Inspection Test results / Certificates.
• Operation & Maintenance manual
• Spare parts list & their interchangeability record
• Manufacturing Record book

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