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Document Code: 43B011-CPT-20-SP-015

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2 17-jul-2018 E. Oquendo C. Gudiño R. Silva

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INGENIERÍA BÁSICA
PETROAMAZONAS FECHA FIRMA

Freddy GUDIÑO
CARLOS Cunalata 17-jul-2018
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Index

1 OBJECT 3
2 SCOPE 3
3 GLOSARY OF THERMS 3
4 ENGINEERING UNITS 3
5 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS 3
5.1 Industry Standards 3
5.1.1 American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME 4
5.1.2 ASTM International (American Society for Testing and Materials) 4
5.1.3 National Fire Protection Association, NFPA 4
5.2 PAM EP Specificactions 4
5.3 Project Documentation 4

6 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 4
6.1 Environment Conditions 4
6.2 General 5
6.3 Personnel Protection 7
6.4 Material Requirements 7

7 INSTALLATION 10
7.1 Insulation Thickness 10

8 APPLICATION 16
8.1 General 16
8.2 Procedures 16

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1 OBJECT

This document establishes minimum technical requirements and specifications that must be met
2 by insulation materials and installation procedure for piping, pressure vessels and other process
equipment to be installed as part of the CPT facilities for the development of Block 43 in the
oriental rain forest zone of Ecuador.

2 SCOPE

This specification defines minimum technical requirements for external insulation materials.
Items requiring insulation for the purpose of heat conservation, temperature stabilization or
personnel protection are shown on the mechanical data sheets and Process and Instrument
Diagrams.

3 GLOSARY OF THERMS

PAM EP PETROAMAZONAS EP.

CONTRACTOR Person or Enterprise that provides goods or services to another entity

under terms specified in a contract or within agreement.

SUPPLIER / Person or Enterprise that manufactures or supplies equipment and

services to perform the duties specified by PAM EP.
MANUFACTURER

INSPECTOR PAM EP representative.

NPS Nominal Pipe Size.

Shall / Should The word “shall” indicates a mandatory requirement / The word
“should” indicates a recommendation.

4 ENGINEERING UNITS

For drawings MANUFACTURER shall use Inch-Pound units system. For calculations it can use
US Customary Units of measurement and English language. Computer output may be in English
or SI systems units.

5 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS

5.1 Industry Standards

The latest edition of the following standards and PETROAMAZONAS EP specifications
shall be part of this specification.
Should there be any conflict among Ecuadorian laws, regulations and codes, and other
codes and standards, the order of prevalence shall be as follows: Ecuadorian laws,
regulations and codes; this specification; other codes and standards.

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5.1.1 American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME

• ASME B31.3 Process Piping.

• ASME B31.4 Liquid Transportation System for Hydrocarbons,

Liquid Petroleum, other Liquids.

5.1.2 ASTM International (American Society for Testing and Materials)

• ASTM A106/A106M-14 Standard Specification for Seamless Carbon

Steel Pipe for High-Temperature Service.
• ASTM B209 Standard Specification for Aluminum and
Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.
• ASTM C195 Specification for Mineral Fiber Thermal
Insulating Cement.
• ASTM C449 Specification for Mineral Fiber Hydraulic Setting
Thermal Insulating and Finish Cement.
• ASTM C450 Recommend Practices for fabrication of thermal
insulating fitting covers.
• ASTM C547 Specification for Mineral Fiber / Fiber Glass
Preformed pipe Insulation.
• ASTM C552 Specification for Foam Glass Block and Pipe
Thermal Insulation.
5.1.3 National Fire Protection Association, NFPA

• NFPA 30 Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code.

5.2 PAM EP Specifications

2 • LST-UIO-15-005-0 Lista de marcas aprobadas.

PAM-EP-ECU-QAQC-20-ESP-006 Especificación de Recubrimientos.

5.3 Project Documentation

• 43B011-CPT-10-BDD-001 Bases y Criterios de Diseño.

• 43B011-CPT-50-SP-004 Standard Specification for Pipe, Valves and

Fittings.

6 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

6.1 Environment Conditions

For purposes of reference and development of engineering, prevailing environmental
data shall be used for the block 43 area in the oriental rain forest zone of Ecuador.

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All equipment shall be suitable for operation in the following environmental conditions:

Parameter Unit Value

Atmosphere: --- Tropical, humid

Altitude: m 180-210

Humidity Range: % 100

Maximum Ambient Temperature: °F 104

Minimum Ambient Temperature: °F 70

Maximum Wind Loading: mph 85

2 Seismic Zone: --- NEC 2015, Zone 2

6.2 General
• Insulation shall be classified as follows:
9 Type I - Calcium Silicate
9 Type II - Foam Glass
9 Type III - Expanded Perlite
9 Type IV - Wool Mineral
NOTE: Vessels that have low erosional environments requiring reduced heat loss,
e.g., process heaters, shall have fiber linings.
• Equipment and piping shall be insulated for the purpose of conservation of heat,
temperature stabilization, or personnel protection.
• Insulation shall not be applied to any piping, vessels, or other process equipment
2
before any required protective coating has been applied (prime coat and
intermediate coat) and such items have been inspected, tested, and approved for
the intended services unless prior PAM EP approval is obtained.
• Piping and equipment operating with fluid temperatures in excess of 140°F (60°C)
shall be insulated for burn protection of personnel to a height of 7’ above grade and
platforms and 2’ outside of platforms, walkways, etc.
• All insulation in every application shall be jacketed and weatherproofed.
• Heat-transfer equipment in hot services, other than coolers and condensers, shall
be completely insulated except for supporting members and flanges.
• Shell flanges, channel flanges and nozzle flanges shall not be insulated. Nozzle
necks shall be insulated up to the nozzle flange.
• Ultrasonic inspection ports must to be used is specified on the drawings or in the
project specifications where "Speedcheck" plugs are specified, they shall be installed

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in all inspection holes cut in the insulation. The insulation Speedcheck" plug used in
the inspection port shall be fiberglass blanket where the adjacent insulation is
fiberglass. Mineral fiber blanket shall be used otherwise.
• Inspection ports installed in insulation where the outside diameter of the insulation is
less than 12 inches (305 mm) shall be 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) in diameter.
• Inspection ports installed in insulation where the outside diameter of the insulation is
12 inches (305 mm) or more shall be 2-1/2inches (64 mm) in diameter.

2 • Inspection ports, for insulated process piping, shall be installed in accordance with
the specification at the following locations:
9 Each elbow at the center of the outside radius.
9 Top and bottom of piping adjacent to orifice flanges, spaced one pipe diameter
from face of flange on the downstream side of the orifice.
9 Above or below each elbow on vertical sections of piping, with the access
locations on the outside radius of the elbow.
9 On the horizontal runs of piping, at top and bottom locations, every 50ft within
process battery limits and every 100 ft. outside process battery limits.
9 Downstream side of block valve on control loop bypass piping.
2 • Inspection ports shall not be installed on steam and condensates lines.
• Inspections ports, for vessels are required as follow:
9 Two inspection ports shall be installed on each vessel head.
9 An inspection port shall be installed on vertical vessel shells at each platform.
9 Two inspection ports shall be installed on horizontal vessel shells for each 10
feet (3.0 m) of length, except that a minimum of 2 ports shall be provided at
each end (one on top and one on bottom).
• All accessories such as level controllers, level gauges, pipe bridles, etc., which are
attached to insulated equipment shall be insulated with equivalent thickness and
materials required for the equipment.
2 • Heat traced or externally heated equipment shall be insulated.
• For hot vessels and equipment insulation, nameplates, stampings, code inspection
plates, nozzles, flanges, and weephole nipples shall not be insulated unless
otherwise specified.
• The following parts need not be insulated, except for burn protection of personnel.
9 Manways on hot vessels.
9 Flanges of piping and equipment in hot service.
9 Valves in hot service.
9 Expansion joints.
9 Vents.

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9 Drains.
Note: Valves and flanges for burn protection of personnel must be insulate with Blanket
Will and Thermal Jacket FLEXIM type.
6.3 Personnel Protection
Insulation for personnel safety is required only when accidental contact of the hot
surfaces could be made by personnel within normal work or walk areas.
If personnel protection is required, physical barriers such as open mesh guards,
protective metal sheeting/screens or hand railings and hazard markings shall be used
instead of insulation, if the surface process temperature is ≤ 480°F (248°C).

2 Personnel protection shall be applied to surfaces within a vertical distance of 7 feet and
a horizontal distance of 3 feet from the edge of any normal walking or working platform
level, or to surfaces that are in such a position where accidental contact may be
possible. Valves, flanges, and unions shall not be insulated for personnel protection;
however, if field inspection reveals possible hazard, insulation shields or other means of
protection should be provided to prevent personnel from coming in contact with hot
surfaces.
For surface process temperatures >480°F (248°C), insulation is to be used for personnel
protection; its thickness shall not be less than 1.0 inch (25mm). The economic insulation
thickness should be sufficient for personnel protection.
For personnel protection, uninsulated flanges, valves, pump, etc., shall be insulated as
follows:
• Recover in fiberglass cloth, external with silicone for weatherproofed, reinforced
with stainless steel mesh. Internal insulation by mineral wool 4.5 lbs/ft3, secured
with stainless steel accessories, pins and hooks. Secured the jacket with
galvanized wire in hooks".
• Corrugated-perforated aluminum wrapped around flanges, valves, etc., with
corrugations parallel to pipe. Utilize insulating blanket with insulating value
equivalent to 1/8" asbestos cloth to insulate aluminum from hot surfaces. Holes cut
in aluminum as required for valve stems, etc. Aluminum overlaps cut back
insulation on pipe adjacent to fitting.
• Aluminum secured with stainless steel metal screws along longitudinal joint and
1/2” wide by .020” 304 (also known as 18-8) stainless steel bands around
circumference at each end.
6.4 Material Requirements
All materials shall be selected to suit the local weather and environmental conditions.
• Type I insulation is calcium silicate and shall be used for heat conservation
purposes. Thickness of insulation shall be in accordance with Tables I and II herein.
• Type II insulation is Foamglass and shall be used for personnel protection
purposes. Thickness shall be in accordance with Tables III and IV herein.

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• Type III insulation is Expanded Perlite and shall be used for heat conservation or
personnel protection purposes. This type, shall be used for equipment insulation
and all piping in skids. Thickness, for each case, shall be in accordance with Tables
V and VI here in.
• Type IV insulation is wool mineral (rock mineral) and shall be used for heat
conservation or personnel protection purposes. This type, preferably, shall be used
for piping insulation out of skids. Thickness, for each case, shall be in accordance
with Tables VII and VIII here in.
• Aluminum Sheet ASTM B209 Type 3003- H14 for insulation.
9 The material shall be supplied in the mill finish and shall be uniform as defined
by the requirements of international standards.
9 Each sheet shall be examined to determine conformance to ASTM B209 with
respect to general quality and identification marking, on approval of PAM EP,
however, the producer may use a system of statistical quality for such
examinations.
9 Permissible variations in thickness of sheets shall be the subject of agreement
between PAM EP and SUPPLIER at the time the order is placed.
• Bands for equipment insulation.
9 Bands to secure insulation shall be 1/2” wide by 0.02” thick for vessel 8’
diameter or smaller and 3/4” wide 0.02” thick for vessels larger than 8’
diameter.
9 Band material shall be stainless steel, 12% or more chrome. Bands to secure
aluminum jacket on equipment shall be 0.02” thick x 3/4” wide stainless steel,
12% or more chrom Bands for piping insulation.
9 Bands to secure insulation shall be 1/2” wide by 0.02” thick stainless steel,
12% or more chrome. Bands to secure aluminum jacket on piping shall be
0.02” thick by 1/2” wide stainless steel, 12% or more chrome.
• Bands for piping Insulation.
9 Bands to secure insulation shall be 1/2” wide by 0.02” thick stainless steel,
12% or more chrome.
9 Bands to secure aluminum jacket on piping shall be 0.02” thick by 1/2” wide
stainless steel, 12% or more chrome.
• Moisture barrier is required for Type II insulation. This moisture barrier shall be
water emulsion polyvinyl acetate type mastic used with reinforcing mesh as
recommended by the mastic MANUFACTURER.
• Moisture barrier shall cover insulation completely before weatherproofing is
installed. Insulation weatherproofing for regular surfaces on insulation in all services
shall be aluminum sheet. Use .016” thick sheets with 1-1/4” corrugations on vertical
vessels.
Moisture barrier shall be installed between calcium silicate and aluminum.

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The moisture barrier may be attached to the jacketing and shall be either
polyethylene and Kraft paper, or Eagle-Picher “Insulseal”. Tie wire shall be No. 16
gauge stainless steel, 12% or more chrome, annealed.
• On heat transfer equipment and horizontal vessels, use 0.016” thick sheets which
may be smooth, embossed or have 3/16” corrugations or with 0.020” thick smooth
sheets. Piping insulation may be covered with 0.016” sheets with 3/16” corrugations
or with 0.020” thick smooth sheets.
• Weatherproofing for irregular surfaces shall be polyvinyl acetate mastic used with
reinforcing mesh as recommended by the mastic MANUFACTURER.
• Sealer for calcium silicate shall be Eagle-Picher “Super 66” or equal. Sealer for
foam glass shall be Pittsburgh Corning’s “Pittseal III” or equal.
• Shotcrete linings shall consist of calcium aluminate cement binder. Deviations shall
be subject to PAM EP approval.
• Refractory materials shall be certified to be asbestos free.
• Insulating Covers
9 Equipment with irregular or complex surfaces such as turbines or pumps, and
piping items such as valves and flanges that require regular inspection and
maintenance shall be insulated with removable and reusable covers or pads.
9 Removable covers should be designed to provide for the following qualities:
ƒ Suitable insulation integrity.
ƒ Accuracy of fit.
ƒ Ease in removing and replacing.
ƒ Adaptability to field conditions and interferences.
ƒ Appearance consistent with adjacent insulation and general neatness of
insulation systems.
9 Insulation material shall be a nominal 2 inches thick, 10 to 12 lbs / ft3. Density
needled glass fiber mat, meeting the requirements of military specification MIL-
I-16411E, Type II, J.P. Stevens, Burlington Industries, or approved equal.
9 The weather barrier for the outer surface shall be silicone rubber impregnated
glass cloth; Alpha-Maritex 3259-2-SS or Teflon coated cloth; Alpha-Maritex
Style TC-114, or an approved equal.
9 Cloth cover surfaces shall be covered with a layer of Maritex Type 304
stainless steel wire, 0.011 inches in diameter.
9 Lacing hooks, speed clips, and quilting fasteners shall be Type 304 stainless
steel

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7 INSTALLATION

7.1 Insulation Thickness

If for process reasons the allowable temperature drop is limited, e.g. to avoid
condensation, solidification, etc., the required insulation thickness shall be calculated
separately in accordance with superficial temperature which we want to keep or
permissible temperature difference along the piping.
The following tables specifies the minimum insulation thickness of Type I to be applied
to piping and equipment for heat protection:
Table I. Calcium Silicate Insulation Thickness (inches).
Conservation of Heat/Anti-Sweat.

Nominal Temperature Range (Maximum Operation Value) °F

Dia. Calcium Silicate thickness (in)
(in) 140 200 300 400 500 600
0.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5
1 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5
1.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5
2 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5
3 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5
4 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 2.0
6 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 2.0
8 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0
10 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0
12 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0
16 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
18 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
24 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
30 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
Flat 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5

Table II. Calcium Silicate Insulation Thickness (inches).

Thermal Insulation Thickness for Personnel Protection.

Nominal Temperature Range (Maximum Operation Value) °F

Dia Calcium Silicate thickness (in)
(in) 200 300 400 500 600 700
0.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5
1 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5
1.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5

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Nominal Temperature Range (Maximum Operation Value) °F

Dia Calcium Silicate thickness (in)
(in) 200 300 400 500 600 700
2 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5
3 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5
4 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 2.0
6 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5 2.0
8 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0
10 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0
12 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0
16 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
18 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
24 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
30 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
Flat 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0
Calcium silicate is a very rigid, high-density material used exclusively for applications
above 250°F (121°C). This insulation material has been a standard for high temperature
applications for many years.
Compressive strengths are very good, and it is noncombustible. It is suitable for
temperatures from 250°F (121°C) up to 1000°F (538°C).
Calcium silicate is manufactured from a slurry that is poured into molds to make various
pipe-covering shapes. It is generally available in half sections, quad-sections, and flat
blocks.
Calcium silicate is applied to the piping with metal bands and generally covered with a
metal jacket.
The following tables specifies the minimum insulation thickness of Type II to be applied
to piping and equipment for heat protection:
Table III. Foamglass Insulation Thickness (inches).
Conservation of Heat/Anti-Sweat.

Nominal Temperature Range (Maximum Operation Value) °F

Dia. Foamglass thickness (in)
(in) 140 200 300 400 500 600
0.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5
1 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5
1.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5
2 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5
3 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 2.0
4 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 2.0
6 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 2.0
8 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0

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Nominal Temperature Range (Maximum Operation Value) °F

Dia. Foamglass thickness (in)
(in) 140 200 300 400 500 600
10 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.5
12 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.5
16 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
18 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
24 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
Flat 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 3.0
Table IV. Foam Glass Insulation Thickness (inches).
Thermal Insulation Thickness for Personnel Protection.

Nominal Temperature Range (Maximum Operation Value) °F

Dia. Foamglass thickness (in)
(in) 200 300 400 500 600 700
0.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5
1 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5
1.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5
2 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5
3 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 2.0 2.0
4 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 2.0 2.0
6 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.0
8 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
10 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.5 2.5
12 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.5 2.5
16 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.5 3.0
18 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.5 3.0
24 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.5 3.0
Flat 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 3.0 3.0
Foamglass insulation is a high-strength, versatile insulation used in temperature
services that range from 450°F (268°C) up to 900°F (538°C). Foamglass insulation is all
closed-cell glass with no organic binders or fillers. The closed-cell glass structure
renders it impervious to liquid water and the driving force of water vapor pressure. It is
manufactured in flat blocks which are then fabricated into any shape specified.
Fabrication techniques are governed by ASTM Standard Recommended Practice for
Rigid Thermal Insulation, Nominal Sizes of Pipe and Tubing. On hot piping applications
Foamglass is applied to the pipe in single or double layers with metal bands. No
sealants are used on hot applications. It is then covered with metal jacket.
The following tables specifies the minimum insulation thickness of Type III to be applied
to piping and equipment for heat protection:

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Table V. Expanded Perlite Insulation Thickness (inches).

Conservation of Heat/Anti-Sweat.

Nominal Temperature Range (Maximum Operation Value) °F

Dia. Expanded Perlite thickness (in)
(in) 140 212 302 392 482 572 662 752
1/2 2.5 3.0 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.5
3/4 2.5 3.0 4.0 4.5 5.5 5.0 5.5 5.5
1 2.5 3.0 4.0 4.5 5.5 5.0 5.5 6.0
1 1/2 2.5 3.0 4.0 5.0 5.5 5.0 5.5 6.0
2 2.5 3.0 4.0 5.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 6.0
2.5 2.5 3.0 4.0 5.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 6.0
3 2.5 3.5 4.5 5.0 6.0 5.5 5.5 6.0
4 2.5 3.5 4.5 5.0 6.0 5.5 6.0 6.5
5 2.5 3.5 4.5 5.0 6.5 6.0 6.5 6.5
6 2.5 3.5 4.5 5.0 6.5 6.0 6.5 7.0
8 2.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 6.5 6.5 6.5 7.0
10 2.5 4.0 5.0 5.5 6.5 6.5 7.0 8.0
12 2.5 4.0 5.0 5.5 6.5 6.5 7.0 8.0
14 2.5 4.0 5.0 5.5 6.5 7.0 7.0 8.0
16 2.5 4.0 5.0 5.5 6.5 7.0 7.0 8.0
18 2.5 4.0 5.0 5.5 6.5 7.0 7.0 8.0
20 2.5 4.0 5.0 5.5 6.5 7.0 7.0 8.0
22 2.5 4.0 5.0 5.5 7.0 7.0 7.5 8.0
24 2.5 4.0 5.0 5.5 7.0 7.5 7.5 8.0
26 2.5 4.0 5.0 5.5 7.0 7.5 7.5 8.0
28 2.5 4.0 5.0 5.5 7.0 7.5 7.5 8.0
30 2.5 4.0 5.0 5.5 7.0 7.5 7.5 8.0
SP 2.5 4.5 5.5 6.0 7.5 7.5 8.0 8.5

Table VI. Expanded Perlite Insulation Thickness (inches).

Thermal Insulation Thickness for Personnel Protection.

Nominal Temperature Range (Maximum Operation Value) °F

Dia. Expanded Perlite thickness (in)
(inches) 140 212 302 392 482 572 662 752
0.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5 2.0
0.8 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0
1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0
1.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5

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Nominal Temperature Range (Maximum Operation Value) °F

Dia. Expanded Perlite thickness (in)
(inches) 140 212 302 392 482 572 662 752
2.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.5
2.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.5
3.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.5
4.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 2.5
5.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0
6.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0
8.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0
10.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0
12.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0
14.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.0
16.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.0
18.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.0
20.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.0
22.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.5
24.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5
26.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5
28.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5
30.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5

Expanded Perlite insulation is generally used in the same types of applications as

Calcium Silicate.
It is somewhat lighter in density and lower in compressive strength than Calcium
Silicate; however, it usually is treated with a water inhibitor.
The following tables specifies the minimum insulation thickness of Type IV to be applied
to piping and equipment for heat protection:
Table VII. Mineral Wool Insulation Thickness (inches).
Conservation of Heat/Anti-Sweat.

Nominal Temperature Range (Maximum Operation Value) °F

Dia. Mineral Wool thickness (in)
(in) 140 200 220 250 300 350 400 500 600
0.5 1.0 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.5 5.5
1 1.0 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.5 5.5
1.5 1.0 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.5 5.5
2 1.0 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.5 5.5
3 1.0 1.5 1.5 2.0 3.0 3.0 3.5 4.5 6.0
4 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.0 3.0 3.5 4.0 5.0 6.0
6 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.5 4.0 4.0 5.5 7.0
8 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.5 4.0 4.0 5.5 7.0

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Nominal Temperature Range (Maximum Operation Value) °F

Dia. Mineral Wool thickness (in)
(in) 140 200 220 250 300 350 400 500 600
10 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.5 4.0 4.0 4.5 6.0 7.5
12 1.5 2.5 2.5 3.0 4.0 4.0 4.5 6.0 8.0
14 1.5 2.5 2.5 3.0 4.0 4.0 4.5 6.0 8.0
16 1.5 2.5 2.5 3.0 4.0 4.5 4.5 6.5 8.5
18 1.5 2.5 2.5 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 6.5 8.5
20 1.5 3.0 3.5 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 6.5 8.5
24 1.5 3.0 3.5 3.5 4.5 4.5 5.0 7.0 9.0
30 2.0 3.0 3.5 3.5 4.5 4.5 5.0 7.0 9.0
Table VIII. Mineral Wool Insulation Thickness (inches).
Thermal Insulation Thickness for Personnel Protection.

Nominal Temperature Range (Maximum Operation Value) °F

Dia. Mineral Wool thickness (in)
(in) 200 300 400 500 600 700
0.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5
1 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5
1.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5
2 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5
3 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5
4 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 2.0
6 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 2.0
8 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0
10 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0
12 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0
16 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
18 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.5
24 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.5
Flat 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0 3.0
Mineral Wool and Fiber glass are actually two separate and distinct types of insulation;
however, many of their applications and physical properties are similar.
These products are generally used in hot applications, but with some restrictions they
can be used in cold applications as well.
Fiberglass is often used from chilled water piping temperatures up to a maximum of
850°F (454°C).

Mineral wool has a peak temperature limit of 1200°F (649°C).

Mineral wool is made from rock slag fibers and bonded together with resin or clay
binders.
These materials are generally applied with metal bands or wire or tape and are covered
with a metal or nonmetallic flexible jacket.

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Mineral wool shall have the following properties;

• Non-combustible, Euroclass category A1.
• Chloride contents less than 15 ppm and 10 mg/Kg.
• Water vapor absorption (short term) less than 1 kg/m2
The following table specifies the characteristics of Mineral Wool.
Table IX. Mineral Wool Characteristics.

Mineral Wool
ASTM C553 Type VII or ASTM
Material ASTM C547 Type II
C592 Type II
Molded Blanket or Molded
Application Size Up to DN 10" (250 mm) Over DN 10" (250 mm)
Application Temp. at 1200°F (649°C) & below
Anti-Sweat min. 1" (25 mm)
Max. Temp. 1382°F (750°C)
3
Density (kg/m ) Greater than 80
Thermal 0.036 Max. 0.084 Max.
Conductivity At mean temperature of At mean temperature of
(W/mK) 50°F (10°C) 572°F (300°C)

8 APPLICATION

8.1 General
Insulation on equipment and piping shall be stopped far enough from flanges to permit
the removal of bolts and have the end of the insulation near the flange beveled at a 45°
angle.
On the bottom heads of vertical vessels, block insulation shall be secured in place by
wiring to lugs welded to the surface of the head and skirt.
8.2 Procedures
Thermal insulation on equipment and piping shall be applied in accordance with the
following procedures:
• Clean outside surfaces of the equipment, and apply primer coat or / and
intermediate in accordance with MANUFACTURER’s procedure.
• Apply expanded perlite block insulation. When applicable double layered insulation
shall be applied using the staggered joint method, with all joints tightly fitted
together to eliminate voids.
• Secure the insulation in place with stainless steel; bands on 12 inch centers for
vertical equipment and 9 inch on centers for horizontal equipment. Secure piping
insulation in place with tie wire (4 inch and smaller pipe) or bands on 9 inch centers.
• Install moisture barrier between calcium silicate and aluminum.

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• Apply weatherproofing mastic to all irregular surfaces.

Weatherproof the insulation with aluminum jacketing. In any case, a 3-inch overlap shall
be provided at both vertical and horizontal joints and all joints shall shed water. “Z” clips
shall be placed on 18-inch centers in all horizontal joints on vertical equipment. All
cutouts in aluminum jacketing shall be weatherproofed by flashing with aluminum sheet
and/or caulking with suitable mastic flashing.
Secure the aluminum jacketing in place using one of the following methods:
• Band the jacketing on 3’-0” centers and fasten all edges of the jacketing using #8
aluminum sheet metal screws or aluminum pop rivets on 6 inch centers.
• Band the jacketing on 6’-0” centers and fasten all edges of the jacketing using #8
aluminum sheet metal screws or aluminum pip rivets on 4 inch centers.
• Terminate pipe insulation adjacent to uninsulated flanges with beveled aluminum
covers. The covers shall be sealed against the pipe.
On vertical vessels with a diameter of 6 feet or larger, the corrugated aluminum
jacketing shall be further supported by attachment to horizontal metal bands running
circumferentially around the outside layer of insulation.
One band shall be used for each horizontal row of aluminum sheets and shall be located
beneath the jacketing halfway between the top and bottom edges of the sheets.
Pipes with a diameter < 25mm or instrument tubing of equipment (e.g. pumps,
compressors) are often complex configurations (e.g. bends, pressure gauges,
temperature meters, small valves etc.) which should be insulated with suitable insulation
materials, e.g. glass or rock wool rope or flexible elastomeric foam.

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