ASME B31.

3-2012
Fig. 323.2.2A Minimum Temperatures Without Impact Testing for Carbon Steel Materials
(See Table A-1 for Designated Curve for a Listed Material; see Table 323.2.2A for Tabular Values)
NOTES:
(1) Any carbon steel material may be used to a minimum temperature of 29C (20F) for Category D Fluid Service.
(2) X Grades of API 5L, and ASTM A381 materials, may be used in accordance with Curve B if normalized or quenched and tempered.
(3) The following materials may be used in accordance with Curve D if normalized:
(a) ASTM A516 plate, all grades
(b) ASTM A671 pipe made from A516 plate, all grades
(c) ASTM A672 pipe made from A516 plate, all grades
(4) A welding procedure for the manufacture of pipe or components shall include impact testing of welds and HAZ for any design
minimum temperature below 29C (20F), except as provided in Table 323.2.2, A-3(b).
(5) Impact testing in accordance with para. 323.3 is required for any design minimum temperature below 48C (55F), except as
permitted by Note (3) in Table 323.2.2.

(6) For blind flanges and blanks, T shall be

1

4
of the flange thickness.
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