QUIZ: ASME AND NBIC CODE KNOWLEDGE ANSWER

ISSUE 501 : JAN 8, 2024 Chutchai Phromngam

Line ID: cphromngam
Chutchai.phromngam@apave.com
RELATED CODE : ASME B31.1, 2022
 PWHT TEMPERATURE, TIME AND RECORD

QUIZ: ASME AND NBIC CODE KNOWLEDGE ISSUE 501

(TEMP) Table 132.1.1-1 HOLDING TIME

Metal temperature:
≥ Holding temp

Furnace charging temperature:

> 800 ℉ (425 ℃)

(TIME)
Cont’d
FIG-1 ANSWER
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While AI review PWHT report and record chart, holding temperature during PWHT of
BEP have some period holding temperature is lower than required temperature[see
FIG-1]. May the holding temperature during PWHT be accumulated rather than
continuous?

QUIZ: ASME AND NBIC CODE KNOWLEDGE ISSUE 501

A) Yes.

B) No.

C) Yes, provided the requirements of para 132 of B31.1 are followed.

D) Yes, provided the approved by User.

Cont’d
ANSWER
Reference Code para: Interpretation No. B31.1-24-01 3/4
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QUIZ: ASME AND NBIC CODE KNOWLEDGE ISSUE 501