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

ASME B31.3 covers process piping used in petroleum refineries, chemical plants, and similar industrial facilities.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Power piping in electric generating stations

Answer

ASME B31.1 covers power piping found in electric generating stations, industrial plants, and institutional facilities.

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

ASME B31.3 uses a safety factor of 3 on ultimate tensile strength to establish allowable stresses.

Question 4

Which ASME B31 code covers liquid pipeline transportation systems?

Accepted Answer

B31.4

Answer

ASME B31.4 governs pipeline transportation systems for liquid hydrocarbons and other liquids.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Potentially harmful in minute quantities

Answer

Category M fluid service in B31.3 designates fluids where a single exposure can cause irreversible harm even in very small quantities.

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