ASME ASME Piping Systems B31 Codes

Question 1

Which ASME B31 code governs the design of process piping in industrial facilities?

Accepted Answer

B31.3

Answer

B31.1

Answer

B31.4

Answer

B31.5

Question 2

ASME B31.1 applies primarily to which type of piping system?

Accepted Answer

Power piping in electric generating stations

Answer

Gas transmission pipelines

Answer

Refrigeration piping

Answer

Building services piping

Question 3

What is the minimum design margin factor on ultimate tensile strength used in ASME B31.3 allowable stress calculations?

Accepted Answer

3.0

Answer

2.0

Answer

4.0

Answer

5.0

Question 4

Which ASME B31 code covers liquid pipeline transportation systems?

Accepted Answer

B31.4

Answer

B31.2

Answer

B31.6

Answer

B31.8

Question 5

In ASME B31.3, Category M fluid service refers to fluids that are:

Accepted Answer

Potentially harmful in minute quantities

Answer

Non-flammable and non-toxic

Answer

High-temperature steam

Answer

Cryogenic liquids below -100°F

Question 6

What does the ASME B31.8 code specifically cover?

Accepted Answer

Gas transmission and distribution piping systems

Answer

Slurry transportation pipelines

Answer

Refrigeration piping

Answer

Cryogenic storage systems