A description is given of the stress distribution in an elastically strained standard safety valve installation, followed by a discussion of the problem introduced by settlement and vertical expansion in finding a means of support for rapid and extensive changes of load. Given is a method for absorbing today’s greater design thrusts safely and economically, while meeting the need to accommodate varying positions in space. Basically, a greater thrust has meant reinforcement of the valve, piping and supports. However, the use of readily available standard valve, flange and other high pressure components to the fullest extent possible consistent with safety is much preferred. After considerable experience with the application of these principles, they are now presented for general consideration along with illustrations of practical designs that have evolved in their use.
Skip Nav Destination
Article navigation
November 1976
Research Papers
Thrust Balancing Exhaust Fitting for Safety and Relief Valves
D. W. Phillips
D. W. Phillips
Bechtel Power Corporation, Norwalk, Calif.
Search for other works by this author on:
D. W. Phillips
Bechtel Power Corporation, Norwalk, Calif.
J. Pressure Vessel Technol. Nov 1976, 98(4): 262-265 (4 pages)
Published Online: November 1, 1976
Article history
Received:
September 8, 1975
Online:
October 25, 2010
Citation
Phillips, D. W. (November 1, 1976). "Thrust Balancing Exhaust Fitting for Safety and Relief Valves." ASME. J. Pressure Vessel Technol. November 1976; 98(4): 262–265. https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3454410
Download citation file:
15
Views
Get Email Alerts
Cited By
The Behavior of Elbow Elements at Pure Bending Applications Compared to Beam and Shell Element Models
J. Pressure Vessel Technol (February 2025)
Related Articles
Process Piping Design: A Century of Progress
J. Pressure Vessel Technol (August,2000)
Fire Versus Non-Fire Contingencies: A Study of Pressure-Relief Device Sizing Risks
J. Pressure Vessel Technol (February,2006)
Static Testing High-Pressure Piping Components
J. Eng. Ind (February,1960)
Control of Steam Venting Noise in Power Plants
J. Eng. Power (April,1978)
Related Chapters
Standardization of Valves, Flanges, Fittings and Gaskets (ASME B16 Standard)
Continuing and Changing Priorities of the ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Codes and Standards
ASME B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings
The API ICP Exam Handbook: Complete Guide to Passing the API 510/570/653 ICP Exams
Background Information
Guidebook for the Design of ASME Section VIII Pressure Vessels, Third Edition