PDVSA

ENGINEERING DESIGN MANUAL

VOLUME 9I
ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION

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TITLE

PRESSURE INSTRUMENTATION

K301

DEC.99

REVISION GENERAL

Y.K.

A.A.

J.E.R.

AUG.94

FOR APPROVAL

L.T.

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APPD.

APPD.

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DESCRIPTION
DATE

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DATE

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ESPECIALISTAS

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1 SCOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 CODES, STANDARDS AND PRACTICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 SELECTION AND SPECIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9
4.10
4.11

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Principles of Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Units of Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selection of Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Design Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pressure Gauges Connected to Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pressure Transmitters and Transducers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pressure Gauges Pneumatic Receiver Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pressure Controllers/Recorders Field Mounted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pressure Controllers/Recorders Panel Mounted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pressure Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 MODIFICATIONS, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS (EXCEPTIONS) OF

API 551 SECTION 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5

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5
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Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pressure Gauges and Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pressure Transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Section 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5
5
6
6
6

6 PDVSA SPECIFICATION FORMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7 QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SCOPE
This section covers PDVSA requirements for the design, specification, installation
and commissioning of pressure instrumentation. Guidelines of specification
K300 shall also be applicable.
API551 sections 4 and 6 have been accepted by PDVSA as its own standard for
pressure device installation, with the amendments indicated in this document.
The requirements of this specification are modifications, additions and/or
deletions (exceptions) to API 551 Process Measurement Instrumentation
sections 4 and 6. The section, paragraph, item, table and figure numbers and the
associated headings used in this specification correspond to the ones used in API
551, First edition, May. 1993. Since this specification does not take exception to
all the requirements in API 551 SECTIONS 4 AND 6, the
section/paragraph/item/table/figure numbers in this specification may not be
sequential. Its clearly understood that section, paragraph, items, tables or figures
of API 551 sections 4 and 6 not mentioned in this specification have been adopted
without changes.

CODES, STANDARDS AND PRACTICES

PDVSA K300
PDVSA K369
ISA S20

ASME B1.20.1
ASME B40.1

Introduction to PDVSA Instrumentation

Instrumentation QA/QC
Specifications Forms for Process Measurement and
Control Instruments, Primary Elements and Control
Valves.
Pipe Threads, General Purpose (inch)
Gauge Pressure Indicating Dial Type Elastic
Element

ANSI

DEFINITIONS
All definitions are listed in the appendix of PDVSA standard K300.

SELECTION AND SPECIFICATION

4.1

General
The selection and specification of all instruments for process applications, utilities,
etc. shall be done in accordance with the following procedure.
1.

Define measurement options and decide upon the optimum for the
application.

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2.

Select the manufacturers and types of instruments from the List of Selected
Instrument Vendors as prepared by PDVSA representative.

3.

Select the accuracy and range of the instrument to suit the process
requirements.

Principles of Selection
The following items shall be defined for instrument selection:

4.3

1.

Instrument purpose (Indication, control, transmitter, etc.).

2.

Process conditions, such as fluid phase, viscosity, corrosiveness,

erosiveness, toxicity, temperature, pressure, etc., under normal and
abnormal conditions.

3.

Environmental conditions, electrical area classification and mechanical

integrity (piping class, vibration, etc.).

4.

Ranges and accuracy classes shall be selected according to the process

data sheets.

5.

Calibration facilities, possible cross contamination of process fluids and the

need to wash before removal (purge, flush and disposal) shall be identified
as these will influence the instrument selection for the process condition
(normal, abnormal, startup and shutdown).

6.

Maintenance aspects such as access, ease of installation, calibration and

removal and remote of selfdiagnostic features shall be considered.

Units of Measurement
The instrument ranges and scales shall be according to plant criteria unless
otherwise specified in the project specification.

4.4

4.5

Selection of Ranges
a.

The selected range shall be such that the normal operating condition is
approximately at mid scale and that the maximum process operating
pressure does not exceed 80% of the range of the indicating instrument or
blind self acting regulator.

b.

Instruments shall have overrange protection of 1.2 times the maximum

pressure to which they may be exposed.

c.

Instruments exposed to vacuum shall have underrange protection to full

vacuum.

General Design Requirements

a.

Instruments measuring absolute pressure shall be compensated for

barometric pressure changes.

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b.

Instrument air supply and transmission connections shall be 1/4 N.P.T. The
electrical connection shall be 1/2 N.P.T.F.

c.

Pressure indicating pointers shall be adjustable with a micrometer type

screw.

d.

Panel mounted pressure gauges, indicating or recording instrument and

controller shall be flush or wall mounted.

e.

Blind pressure controllers shall not be used.

f.

Pressure gauges connected to process shall have a blow out disc in the
back.

Pressure Gauges Connected to Process

4.6.1

Pressure gauges shall conform to ASME/ANSI B 401.

4.6.2

The pressure gauge measuring element shall be bourdon, bellows or diaphragm

type depending upon the application and measuring range.

4.6.3

The element on furnace draft measurement service shall be slack diaphragm

type.1.

4.6.4

Pressure gauges shall not have suppressed ranges.

4.7

Pressure Transmitters and Transducers

4.7.1

They shall be solid state with analog or digital transmission. Pneumatic 315
P.S.I.G. output types shall be used where necessary and subject to PDVSA
approval.

4.7.2

Suppressed and/or elevated zero ranges shall be used to enhance process

measurement accuracy, readability and performance. All such ranges shall be
agreed with PDVSA.

4.8

Pressure Gauges Pneumatic Receiver Type

4.8.1

Pressure gauges shall conform to ASME/ANSI B 401.

4.8.2

The pressure gauge measuring element shall be bourdon.

4.8.3

The case and pressure element for gauges located inside airconditioned control
rooms shall be manufacturers standard.

4.8.4

On items such as positioners, electropneumatic transducers, air filter regulator

sets, the dial size shall be 1 1/2 inches minimum.

4.9
4.9.1

Pressure Controllers/Recorders Field Mounted

The elements shall be bourdon, spiral, helix, bellows or diaphragm type
depending upon the service and process pressure range to be measured.

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Pressure Controllers/Recorders Panel Mounted

4.10.1

These may be mounted on local panels or inside the control room. Refer to API
551 section 4, item 4.2.2 Application Practice.

4.10.2

Same as 4.9.

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Pressure Switches

4.11.1

The pressure elements shall be bourdon, bellows or diaphragm type depending

upon the pressure range to be measured and the required switch differential.

4.11.2

The switches shall be micro type rated for 1 amp at 24 volts D.C. All other ratings
shall be subject to PDVSA approval.

4.11.3

The switch differential (fixed or adjustable) shall comply with all necessary
process operating conditions.

4.11.4

The switches shall be double pole double throw (D.P.D.T.) type with three wires
connected to three terminals in order to select either a normally open (N.0.) or
normally closed (N.C.) action.

4.11.5

The maximum number of independent switches actuated by one pressure

element shall be two. Exceptions shall be approved by PDVSA.

MODIFICATIONS,
ADDITIONS
AND
(EXCEPTIONS) OF API 551 SECTION 4
5.1

DELETIONS

Scope
Modify

5.1.1

5.2

This section covers practices for the installation of instruments and devices
commonly used to indicate, record and control pressure and differential pressure
normally encountered in petroleum and petrochemical processes. Any deviation
to this standard requires PDVSA approval. The instruments covered are pressure
gauges and switches, pressure transmitters and locally mounted controllers and
recorders.

General
Numeral 4.2.4: Local Indication
Delete: locally mounted pressure controls in the first paragraph.

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Numeral 4.2.5: Vibration

Add the following statement: Adequate support shall be provided for all devices
sharing a common process connection.
Numeral 4.2.8: Piping
Add the following statement to 4.2.8.1: Size and Design.
PDVSA requires, as a minimum, the use of 316 SS tubing for process
connections. Exceptions shall be approved by PDVSA.
Add the following statement to 4.2.8.2: Cleaning.
Pressure connections must include rodding facilities as required.
Numeral 4.2.10: Element and Socket (wetted) Materials
Add the following statement to 4.2.10: Element and Socket (wetted) Materials.
All wetted and pressure containing parts shall meet the piping class material
requirements.

5.3

Pressure Gauges and Switches

Numeral 4.3.3: Safety Devices
Replace: Gauges are available with safety glass or plastic windows as an
additional safeguard with Gauge windows shall be doublestrength
shatterresistant safety glass in highpressure service.
Numeral 4.3.5: Case Material and Size
Replace: Plastic case with phenol case.
Addition: The case shall be weatherproof, resistant to any specified corrosive
environment (marine, H2S, HF, HCL, etc.).

5.4

Pressure Transmitters
Numeral 4.4.2: Installation Considerations
Replace: item c with Placement of taps on the bottom of the line is not permitted.

5.5

Section 6
Numeral 6.1: Scope
Addition: Any technique selected for protecting instruments from adverse
process and ambient environments shall be agreed with PDVSA.

PDVSA SPECIFICATION FORMS

Refer to ISA S 20.

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QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY CONTROL

Refer to PDVSA Specification K369.

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RECEIVER INSTRUMENTS
a.

To be used for a single item. Use secondary sheet for multiple listing.

b.

Check as many as apply.

c.

Nominal size refers to approximate front of case dimensions; width x height.

d.

It is assumed that the instrument has its own case of shelf suitable for single
mounting, unless MULTICASE is checked. Shelf or separable case for multiple
case mounting instrument is not included unless listed and described as an
accessory.

e.

Enclosure class refers to composite instrument. If electrical contacts are the case
they must meet this classification inherently or by reason of the enclosure. Use
NEMA identification system or ISA System RP8.1.

f.

Specify electrical power to the entire instrument from an external source.

g.

For multiple instruments list ranges on secondary sheet, but specify other chart
options on primary sheet. Chart graduations assumed to be uniform unless
otherwise noted. Circular charts assumed to have 24 hr/revolutions speed; strip
charts 3/4 in. to 1 in. per hour.

h.

Chart drive mechanism assumed to be synchronous motor operating on 117V 60

Hz and suitable for ENCLOSURE CLASS specified on line 5. If the chart drive is
pneumatic so state identify pneumatic pulser under options. Notes deviations
from standard (MFR) under notes i.e., dual speed or special speeds.

i.

The scale type may be SEGMENTAL, VERTICAL, HORIZONTAL, DIAL

(CIRCULAR) or other. Ranges 1, 2, 3 and 4 are used for multiple inputs. The first
listed (N 1) is assumed to be the controller input, if a controller is used.

j.

See explanation of terminology given on specification sheet. For further definition

refer to American National Standard C85.11963, Terminology for Automatic
Control. Specific ranges of control modes can be listed afetr OTHER, if
required.

k.

For multiple items specify on second sheet.

l.

If standard automanual switching is not known or not adequate, specify particular

requeriments, such a BUMPLESS, PROCEDURELESS, 4POSITION, or as
required.

m.

Remote set point adjustment assumes full adjustment range. Specify limits if
required. Under other can be noted bias or ratio.

n.

Specify if applicable.

o.

Specify if applicable.

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p.

All input signals on multichannel instruments assumed to be the same unless

otherwise noted.

q.

Specify number of inputs.

r.

Check if power source for the loop is contained in this instrument or in some
external instrument.

s.

Form may be SPST, DPDT or other. Rating refers to electrical rating of switch or
contacts in amps.

t.

Specify if alarm is actuated by measured variable or by deviation from controller

set point, Give contact action if single throw form.

u.

Specify required accessories and options, fill in number of charts. This is assured
to be number of chart roles for strip charts.

v.

After selection is made fill in manufacturer and specific model number.

SECONDARY SHEET For listing multiple instruments. List all instruments of the
same type specified on the primary sheet, with variations an shown. Notes refers
to notes listed by number at the bottom of the sheet. Line 11 of sheet 1a is
tabulated under measurement increases, output tabulate increase or decrease.

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Tag N5

2.

Function

4.

Mounting

Yoke

Indicate

Other

Safe area

Control

Classified
Ex. Proof

Temp. Class

T1

6. Power Supply

110V 60Hz

7. Chart

Circular

9.

Scale Range

Trans

Class

Weatherproof

DATE

Transducer

Group

Intr. safe
T2

T4

Ext

10.

Transmitter

420 mA

315 Psig

CONTR

11.

Control Modes

PID

Automan Switch

T6

20 P.S.I.G.

PI

T5

DriveElec

Range

Div

STD.

T3

24 Volts D.C

XMTR

ELEMENT

REVISED

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Record

5. Enclosure

By

OF

Spring

Speed

3
Other
Reversible Action

Other
Manual Reg.

Manual loading STN.

13.

Set Point ADJ

Manual

Remote

14.

Ouput

420 m.A.

315 Psig

15.

Service

Gauge Press

Vacuum

Absolute

Compound

16.

Type

Diaphragm

Helix

Bourdon

Bellows

17.

Material

316 SS

Other

18.

Range

Element

Other

Other

Conn
Set at

Overrange Protection to

ALARMS

19. Process Data

Fluid

Max. Press

20. Switches

Function on measurement Input

No of Alarms

OPTIONS

21.

Fil. Reg

Gauges

Capillary Length

Notes:

22.

High

Low

High and Low

Rating 1 Amp. at 24 volts D.C. See Note 2

Diaph. Seal cleanable type

MFR

Max. Temp.

Charts
Diap. Matl.

Body Matl.

Material

Model No

1. All items shall be corrosion resistant to marine atmosphere and tropicalised.

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PRESSURE INSTRUMENTS
1. To be used for a single item. Use secondary sheet for multiple listing.
2. Check as many as apply.
3. Nominal size refers to approximate front of case dimensions; width x height.
4. Yoke refers to a bracket designed for mounting the instrument on a pipe stand.
5. Enclosure class refers to composite instrument. If electrical contacts are in the
case, they must meet this classification inherently or by reason of the
enclosure. Use NEMA identification or ISA identification per RP8.1.
6. Specify electrical power to the entire instrument from an external source.
7. Specify chart size, range and number if applicable.
8. Chart drive mechanism assumed to be synchronous motor operating in 117V
60 Hz and suitable for ENCLOSURE CLASS specified on line 5. If the chart
drive is pneumatic so state identify pneumatic pulser under options. Note
deviations from standard (MFR) under notes, i.e., dual speed or special
speeds.
9. The scale type may be SEGMENTAL, VERTICAL, HORIZONTAL, DIAL
(CIRCULAR) or other. Ranges 1, 2, 3 and 4 are used for multiple inputs. The
first listed (No. 1) is assumed to be the controller input, if a controller is used.
10. Specify transmitter output if applicable.
11. See explanation of terminology given on specification sheet. For furher
definition refer to American National Standard C85.11963, Terminology for
Automatic Control. Specific ranges of control modes can be listed after
OTHER if required.
12. For multiple items specify on second sheet.
13. If standard automanual switching is not known or not adequate, specify
particular requirements, such as BUMPLESS, PROCEDURELESS,
4POSITION, or as required.
14. Remote set point adjustment assumes full adjustment range. Specify limits if
required.
15. Specify if applicable.
16. Specify if applicable.
17. Specify pressure measurement application.
18. Specify type of pressure element.
19. Specify material of element.
20. If range is adjustable, specify range of adjustment and initial range setting.

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21. Specify normal and maximum pressure.

22. Specify process connection size. If a diaphragm seal is used, connnection is
specified in line 26.
23. Form may be SPST, SPDT, DPDT, or other. Rating refers to electrical rating of
switch or contacts in amps.
24. Specify if alarm is actuated by maesured variable or by deviation from controller
set point. Give contact action if single throw form.
25. Specify required accesories.
26. Use these lines to specify other options and accesories.
27. Fill in after selection is made.

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Direct Rdg

OF

By

REVISED

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10. MFR & Model No

315 lb Receiver

Other:
Surface

2. Mounting:

Local

Flush

11. Press. Element: Bourdon

Bellow

Other:
Diameter

3. Dial:

12. Element Mtl:

Bronze

Steel

SS

Steel

SS

Other:
Cast Iron

4. Case:

Aluminum

Phenol

13. Socket Mtl:

Other:
Screwed

5. Ring:

Bronze
Other:

Hinged

Slip

Std

14. ConnectionNPT: 1/4 in

1/2 in.

Bottom
6. Blowout Protection: None
Solid Front
Glass

7. Lens:
8. Options:

9.

Syphon

Back

15. Movement:

Disc

Other:

Bronze

Other:

Back
SS

Nylon

Other:

Plastic

16. Diaphragm Seal

MFR

Material

Snubber

Process Wetted Part Mtl.

Pressure Limit Valve

Fill Fluid

Movement Damping

Process Conn.

Type easily cleanable

Other Mtl. STD

Gage Conn. STD

Nominal Accuracy

ITEM NO.

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RANGE

OPERATING
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SERVICE

NOTES:
1. ALL ITEMS SHALL BE CORROSION RESISTANT TO MARINE ATMOSPHERE

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OPERATING
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By

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SERVICE

NOTES:
1. ALL ITEMS SHALL BE CORROSION RESISTANT TO MARINE ATMOSPHERE

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PRESSURE GAGES
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.

When receiver gages are specified, the Range in the tabulation is the dial range.
Select mounting style.
Specify nominal dial diameter. Dial assumed white unless otherwise specified.
Select case material.
Specify ring style, or check STD if not important.
Specify blowout protection. Back refers to a blowout back. Disc refers to a blowout
disc located in the back or side of the case.
g. Specify lens material.
h. Options:
Snubber

Specify type or model number.

Syphon

If syphon required, specify material.

Material
Movement
Dampening

Specify if required.

i. Specify nominal accuracy, such as 1/2%.

j. Write in make and model number after selection is made.
k. Specify element type or write in MFR. STD.
l. If stainless steel is required, write in the type; such as 316.
m.See 12.
n. Specify connection size and location.
o. Specify movement or write in MFR.STD.
p. If Diaphragm Seal is required, fill in specifications.
For convenience, write in psig or other pressure unit at the top of Range and OP.
Press. columns, if all are the same.

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Vacuum

Comp.

Diff. Press

Internal
3. Dead Band:

8. Type:

Factory Set

Adj.

DATE

Snap
Other:

External

Fixed

REVISED

SWITCH

Press

Set in Field

By

OF

Min.

Dia
l

9. Quantity: Single

Dual

SPST

SPDT

10. Form

DPDT

ELEMENT

4. Type:

Diaphragm
Other:

5. Material:

Bronze

Bourdon

SS

Bello
w.

11. Rating:

Amps

Hz

Other:

Alloy Sr.

NonInductive

12. Load:

Other:
6. Connection:

MFR STD

13. Enclosure:General Purpose

Other: Size

Intrinsically Safe System

Bottom

Explosion Proof
7. Mounting:

Local

Weatherproof

Surface

Flush

Class

STD
:
Group

Div

14. Conduit Connection: 1/2 N.P.T.F.

Manufacturer & Model No

REV.

TAG. N

PROCESS
CONDITION

ADJ.
RANGE

SET POINT

OPERATING
SERVICE

PROCESS

SIGNAL

TEMP.

NOTES

PRESS
.

NOTES:
1. ALL ITEMS SHALL BE CORROSION RESISTANT TO MARINE ATMOSPHERE AND TROPICALISED.

20.42a

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PRESSURE SWITCHES

QUANTITY

OFF

SHEET

PROJECT REFERENCE

SPECIFICATION REFERENCES
I.S.A S
PDVSAK

REV.

TAG. N

PROCESS
CONDITION

ADJ.
RANGE

SET POINT

By

REVISED

DATE

OPERATING
SERVICE

PROCESS SIGNAL

OF

TEMP.

NOTES

PRESS
.

20.42b

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PRESSURE SWITCHES
a. Specify pressure, vacuum, compound, or differential pressure.
b. Check setting in field or factory. Check internal or external setting adjustment. Check
whether calibrated setting dial is required.
c. Specify fixed or adjustable dead band.
d. Specify diaphragm, bourdon, bellow, or write MFR. STD.
e. Select element material, for stainless fill in number, or write MFR. STD.
f. specify conection size or write MFR. STD. Specify bottom or back connection.
g. Specify mounting Local (pipe) surface or flush.
h. Check Mercury or Snap acting, or write MFR. STD.
i. Specify number of switch in common housing.
j. Specify switch form.
k. Electrical rating in amps or watts, dc, or if, ac, give frequency in Hz.
l. Check inductive or noninductive load.
m.Check one: general purpose, weather proof or explosion proof. Use NEMA identification.
n. Check MFR. STD. or specify connection size.

TABULATION:
Process Conditions refers to process condition which actuates switch such as
High Level. Adj Range refers to limits within which a set point may be
established, such as 118 #. If the pressure switch is in instrument air line, the
set point may be specified in both process and signal units. Notes should be
indicated by a number or letter and then explain in the space below the tabulation.

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PRESSURE CONTROL VALVES PILOTS AND REGULATORS

QUANTITY

OFF

SHEET

PROJECT REFERENCE

SPECIFICATION REFERENCES
I.S.A S 75.01
PDVSAK301

o
1 Tag N
NonFlashing

By

OF
REVISED

DATE

Service
Flashing

Erosive

Corrosive

With solids

Liquid

Gas

Steam

Service conditions
Units
Process
Data

Pipe line
BODY

TRIM

2 Flow rate
Inlet pressure
Outlet pressure
Temperature
Specific gravity or molecular WT
Viscosity
Compressibility factor
Specific heat ratio
Critical pressure
For flashing services only
C.V.
Noise level
Required ANSI/FCI Leakage
Max. Diff. pressure valve should withstand
IN
SCH
13 SizeInches
16 Type
17 Size
ANSI Class
19 Mfr & Model
20 Body/Bonnet Matl
Yes
No
Matl.
21 Liner
22 End Conn. In
Out
24 Flg Face Finish
25 End Ext. Yes
Matl.
No
26 Flow Direction
27 Bonnet
28 Lub & Iso Valve
Yes
No
29 Packing Material
30 Packing Type
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40

MFR.
NOTES

Type
Rated Travel
Size
Characteristic
Seats 1
2
Balanced
Unbal
Rated Cv
FL
XT
Plug/Ball/Disk Matl.
Seat Material
Soft seat Yes
No
Matl.
Cage/Guide Material
Stem Material

Maximum

Normal

Minimum

cP
z
K
PSIA
C.V.
dB
Clas
s
OUT

Pc
% Flash
Calculated
Calculated
Four
SCH

19

Type of Actuator

20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27

Pilot
Supply to Pilot
Self Cont. Ext. Conn.
Diaphragm Material
Diaghragm Rating
Spring Range
Set Point

28
29
30
31
32
33

Filt. Reg. Supply Gage

Line Strainer
Housing Vent
Internal Relief

Gas C.V.

Five

Vapour pressure
Liquid C.V
Selected
Selected
Six (Bubble Tight)

INSULATION
ACTUATOR/PILOT

ACCESORIES

Model No
1. All items shall be corrosion resistant to marine atmosphere
20.51

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PRESSURE CONTROL VALVES PILOT & REGULATORS

14.

Identification and service or location. It is assumed that each tag number

is for a single valve.
5.
Pressure reducing, back pressure control, or differential pressure
regulator.
6.
Globe, angle, or Manufacturers Standard (MFR.STD.).
7.
Body connection size and inner valve size.
8.
Guiding may be top, top and bottom, skirt, or MFR.STD. Select single or
double port, if applicable.
9.
Specify screwed (NPT), flanged, or weld end; and flange rating, such as
150 lb ANSI.
1011 Specify materials.
12.

Write in yes or use check mark if required.

13.

Quick open, equal percent, linear, etc.

State Characteristic:
L
LV
EP
EPT
EPB
Q

=
=
=
=
=
=

Linear
Linear V Port
Equal Percentage
Equal Percentage Turned
Equal Percentage Balanced
Quick Opening

Or use your own code and identify in notes.

14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.

Refers to seal between body and top works, such as diaphragm, stuffing
box, etc.
Refers to seat, plug, stem; in general, all internal wetted parts.
Use only to specify soft seat, otherwise material will be same as trim
specified in line 14.
Use if required.
Max allowable sound level dBA 3 ft from pipe and 3 ft downstream of the
valve outlet.
Actuator may be spring type or springless pressure balanced.
The pilot is a integral or external auxiliary device which amplifies the force
available through an operating medium, usually air.
Give pressure available and specify medium.
Refers to valve pressure sensing system. Specify whether controlled
pressure is sensed internally or by means of an external line requiring an
additional piping connection.

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2324. Specify diaphragm material and pressure or temperature limits, if

applicable.
25.

Range over which pressure setting can be made.

26.

Specification of set pressure does not apply to factory setting. This must
be called for specifically, if required.

27.

Specify filter regulator, with or without gage, if required for air supply to
pilot. Write yes or use check mark.

28.

specify if strainer is to be furnished with valve. Write yes to check off;

or give style or model number.

3031. Options available in gas regulators. On line 30 specifybugproof if

required.
34.

State liquid, steam, gas units gpm, lb/h/ft3/min. etc.

35.

Name of fluid and state whether vapor or liquid if not apparent.

36.

State maximum quantity required by process and corresponding Cv.

37.

State operating quantity required by process and corresponding Cv.

38.

The manufacturer shall fill in the valve Cv and FL (Liquid Pressure)

Recovery Factor without reducers or other accesories.

39.

Operating inlet pressure and pressure differential with units (psia, psig,
inches H2O or Hg). Note at this point that one might consider how
minimum conditions will fit the sizing.

40.

Maximum inlet pressure if different from normal.

41.

State the maximum pressure drop in shutoff position to determine proper

actuator size. This is actual difference in inlet and outlet pressure stated
in psi, inches of H2O or Hg, etc.

42.

State F or C.

43.

State operating specific gravity and molecular weight.

44.

State operating viscosity and its units. State flash at valve outlet, i.e., of
max flow that will be flashed to vapor because of the valve pressure drop.

45.

In the case of vapor, state superheat and in the cases of liquid, state the
solids, if present.

46.

Note vapor pressure of fluid as well as the critical pressure.

47.

Give manufacturers predicted sound level dBA.

48.

Complete when available.