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Materials System Specification
32-SAMSS-013 30 January 2018

Lubrication, Shaft Sealing, and Control Oil Systems and Auxiliaries
Document Responsibility: Vibration and Lubrication Standards Committee
Contents
1 Scope ................................................................ 2
2 References........................................................ 2
Part 1 – General Requirements ............................... 4
Part 2 - Special Purpose Oil Systems ...................... 8
Part 3 - General Purpose Oil Systems ................... 13
Part 4 - Self-Acting Gas Seal Support Systems ..... 16
Revision Summary................................................. 18
Previous Issue: 20 November 2017 Next Planned Update: 20 November 2020

Revised paragraphs are indicated in the right margin Page 1 of 18
Contact: Aidarous, Mamdouh B. (aidaromb) @ phone +966-13-8809718
©Saudi Aramco 2018. All rights reserved.

Document Responsibility: Vibration and Lubrication Standards Committee 32-SAMSS-013
Issue Date: 30 January 2018
Next Planned Update: 20 November 2020 Lubrication, Shaft Sealing, and Control Oil Systems and Auxiliaries
1 Scope
1.1 This specification, together with the Data Sheets, Form SA-8004 or
Form SA-8004-M, defines the mandatory requirements for lubrication, shaft
sealing and control oil systems for general or special purpose applications.
Combustion gas turbine lubrication systems are out of scope.
1.2 Lubrication, shaft sealing and control oil systems shall be supplied by qualified
Vendors who have manufactured at the proposed point of manufacture, at least
two API systems of comparable layout, size, and location relative to the
equipment train. These systems must have been in continuous service for at
least one year and must be performing satisfactorily.
2 References
Material or equipment supplied to this specification shall comply with the latest edition
of the references listed below, unless specified otherwise.
2.1 Saudi Aramco References
Saudi Aramco Materials System Specifications

17-SAMSS-503 Severe Duty Totally Enclosed Squirrel Cage
Induction Motors to 250 HP
17-SAMSS-515 Auxiliary Electrical Systems for Skid-Mounted
Equipment
26-SAMSS-088 Turbine Oils
31-SAMSS-001 Centrifugal Compressors
34-SAMSS-821 Instrument Control Panel Outdoor
34-SAMSS-831 Package Unit Instrumentation
Saudi Aramco Inspection Requirements

Form 175-326100 Lubrication, Shaft Sealing, and Control Oil Systems
Saudi Aramco Forms and Data Sheets

SA-2514 Rotary Pumps Data Sheet
SA-2514-M Rotary Pumps Data Sheet
SA-8004 Lubrication, Shaft Sealing, and Control System
Data Sheet
SA-8004-M Lubrication, Shaft Sealing, and Control System
Data Sheet
Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

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SA-8020-113 Instrument Specification Sheet - Flow Transmitters-

Smart (Differential Pressure)
SA-8020-200 Instrument Specification Sheet - Pressure
Transmitters - Smart (ABS, GAGE, and DP)
SA-8020-312 Level Gauge Glass
SA-8020-400 Instrument Specification Sheet - Temperature
Transmitters - Smart
SA-8020-415 Thermocouple
SA-8020-415-M Thermocouple
SA-8020-416 Resistance Temperature Detector
SA-8020-418 Thermowell
SA-8020-418-M Thermowell
Saudi Aramco Standard Drawings

AA-036281 Closed Loop Barrier Fluid System for Pressurized
Dual Mechanical Seals of Centrifugal Pumps
AA-036537 Dry Gas Seal Piping System
AA-036858 Forced Feed Lubrication System
AA-036859 Lube Oil Circulation System
Saudi Aramco Library Drawing

DB-950046 Instrument Piping Details for Liquid Level Gauge
Glasses
2.2 Industry Codes and Standards
American Petroleum Institute

API STD 614 Lubrication, Shaft Sealing, and Control-Oil Systems
and Auxiliaries for Petroleum, Chemical and Gas
Industry Services
American Society of Mechanical Engineers

ASME B.1.1 Unified Inch Screw Threads
ASME B1.13M Metric Screw Threads - M Profile
ASME B73.1 Specifications for Horizontal, End Suction
Centrifugal Pumps for Chemical Process

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Part 1 – General Requirements
The following paragraph numbers refer to API STD 614, Fifth Edition, April 2008
(ISO 10438, 2007). The text is an addition unless noted as an exception.
Paragraph numbers not appearing in API STD 614 (ISO 10438) are new paragraphs to
be inserted in numerical order.
4.1 Dimensions and Units
(Modification) Any drawing or data related to equipment supplied to this

specification shall use the systems of units and dimensions specified in the
purchase order.
4.2 Design
4.2.1 Unless otherwise specified, the equipment will be installed outdoors in a

desert area, with relative humidity from zero to 100% (condensing) and
ambient temperatures from 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 120°F). Metal temperature
can reach 70°C (158°F) when exposed to direct solar radiation.
The equipment shall be designed to withstand these conditions.
4.2.2 Equipment which is not enclosed or hermetically sealed and is specified as

offshore or near shore (within ½ km of shoreline) shall be protected against
failure due to windborne seawater spray and the accumulation of wetted
salts.
4.2.3 Equipment sound pressure maximum level for integrated unit is 90 dB(A) at
a distance of one meter. Control of the sound pressure level to meet the
requirements of 90 dBA specified on the data sheet shall be the sole
responsibility of the Vendor.
4.2.4 Any conflicts between this document and other applicable Mandatory Saudi
Aramco Engineering Requirements (MSAERs) shall be addressed to the
EK&RD Coordinator.
4.2.5 Any deviation from the requirements herein shall follow internal company
procedure SAEP-302.
4.3 System Selection
4.3.1 The system schematics are shown on the Saudi Aramco Standard Drawing
Nos. AA-036537 Dry Gas Seal Piping System, AA-036859 Lube Oil
Circulating System, and AA-036858 Forced Feed Lubrication System.
Auxiliary piping and wiring within the confines of baseplates and consoles,
furnished and mounted by the Vendor shall terminate in flanged connections
and terminal boxes, respectively, suitable for the Buyer's connections.

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5. Piping
5.1 General
5.1.2 (Exception) All piping shall be stainless steel 316L. Valve trims shall be
stainless steel 316. Piping and tubing shall not be less than 0.5 inch in
diameter.
5.1.18 Check valves used to retain pressure in the pressurized dual mechanical seals
of centrifugal pumps in idle condition shall be of the non-slam, tight shut-off
design.
5.1.28 Threading for pressure bolting shall conform to ASME B.1.1/ASME B1.13M
or other internationally recognized standards.
5.1.35 Hand operated flow control valves in the bearing oil supply lines are not
permitted. Properly sized restriction orifices shall be used to obtain the oil
distribution required.
5.2 Oil Piping
5.2.4 Bypass connections shall be provided by furnishing a blind flanged

connection adjacent to each oil supply and drain connection on the
equipment train. This includes, but is not limited to supply and drains at
bearing housings, trip circuits, servomotors, turning gear, etc.
5.5 Intercoolers and Aftercoolers
(Exception) This whole section is not applicable.
6. Instrumentation, Control, and Electrical Systems
6.1 General
6.1.2 Instrumentation shall be in accordance with 34-SAMSS-831.
6.2 Alarm, Shutdown, and Control Systems
6.2.2 Alarms and Shutdowns Systems
(Exception) As a minimum, the alarm and shutdown contacts shall be in

accordance with the requirements indicated on the specified system schematic.
6.2.2.7 Alarm and trip switches shall be closed (energized) during normal operation
and open (de-energized) for actuation.
6.3 Instrumentation
6.3.1 Instrument Installation and Gauge Boards

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6.3.1.1 Gauge boards shall be provided. Where gas seals are used on compressor
trains, a separate gauge board/rack specifically for the gas seal module
shall be provided in addition to the gauge board for the console instruments.
The gauge boards shall be bolted at a side of the lube oil console providing
adequate access for maintenance of the main components. The gauge board
shall contain all pressure and temperature indicators, pressure and temperature
transmitters, etc., requiring an electricity supply not exceeding 120 V AC.
The layout of the board is subject to review and approval by the Buyer.
Temperature controllers, terminal boxes and control stations including

indicator lights and lamp test buttons may be included on the gauge board
provided that the requirements of 34-SAMSS-821 are met and if their
enclosures are in accordance with the area classification requirements, as
specified on the Data Sheet. The board shall be full face with cutouts for the
required indicating instruments.
6.3.1.3 Control panels shall be in accordance with 34-SAMSS-821.
6.3.1.10 (Exception) All wiring shall be in accordance with 34-SAMSS-831.
6.3.5 Thermowells
Thermowells shall be in accordance with Form 8020-418-ENG or

Form 8020-418-M-ENG.
6.3.6 Thermocouples and Resistance Temperature Detectors
Thermocouples shall be in accordance with Form 8020-415-ENG or

Form 8020-415-M-ENG. Resistance temperature detectors shall be in
accordance with Form 8020-416-ENG.
6.3.9 Oil Sight Flow Indicators (FI)
6.3.9.1 Flow indicators shall be installed in all lube oil drain lines and overflow
return lines from the lube oil run-down tank.
6.3.10 Solenoid Valves
6.3.10.1 (Exception) Solenoid valves shall be in accordance with 34-SAMSS-831.
6.4 Electrical Systems
6.4.2 Electrical installations shall be in accordance with 17-SAMSS-515.

The electrical power supplies shall be as specified on the Data Sheet.
6.4.19 For all systems, the wiring to electric motor driven main and standby oil
pumps shall include a selector switch to select manually either one as the
main pump. The selector switch enclosure shall be approved for the area

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classification specified. This selector switch shall be located on the lube oil
skid unless otherwise specified.
7. Inspection, Testing, and Preparation for Shipment
7.1 General
7.1.1 Inspection and testing shall be performed in accordance with the referenced
Inspection Requirements Form 175-326100.
7.2 Inspection
7.2.3 Mechanical Inspection
7.2.3.2 The Buyer will inspect for cleanliness of the system including all piping and
appurtenances furnished by or through the Vendor prior to the welding of
heads to vessels, the closure of openings in vessels or exchangers, or final
assembly of piping.
7.3 Testing
7.3.2 Hydrostatic Test
7.3.2.1 If components, including piping, are to be hydrotested with water, it shall be

done prior to cleaning. After cleaning, only light oil shall be used for
pressure testing of any component other than cooling water systems.
Oil coolers shall always be pressure tested using the system oil.
7.4 Preparation for Shipment
7.4.3 a (Exception) All exterior parts of the unit, except machined surfaces, shall be
painted in accordance with the requirements specified in the Purchase Order.
7.4.3 j Each package or material shipped separately shall be clearly marked with the
Purchase Order number. All components of the system such as relief valves
and control valves shall be identified with a permanently affixed corrosion-
resistant tag showing the component identification number referenced to the
piping and instrument diagram.
8. Vendor's Data
8.2.3.2 Manufacturing of the system shall not proceed until the layout of
components and piping has been reviewed and accepted by the Buyer. As a
minimum, an isometric drawing of the system shall be provided for review
to confirm maintenance access, etc. A 3-D CAD model shall also be
provided by the vendor.

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8.3.6 Installation, operation, maintenance, and technical data manuals
Instruction manuals shall be provided in a searchable electronic format, the

number required being specified on the Non-material Requirements (NMR)
forms. As a minimum, two hard copies shall also be provided.
Part 2 - Special Purpose Oil Systems
4. General Requirements
4.1 General
4.1.7 Unless otherwise specified, the oil shall be hydro-treated (API Group II or
III), ISO Viscosity Grade 46, in accordance with Turbo Compressor oil
specification 26-SAMSS-088. Mixing of oil brands is not acceptable.
4.1.10 The barrier fluid system design pressure for pressurized dual mechanical
seals of centrifugal pumps according to Saudi Aramco Standard Drawing
AA-036281 shall be based on the maximum stuffing box pressure of the
pump plus at least 345 kPa (50 psi). The systems shall be designed for a
constant back pressure.
4.1.13 Adequate clearance shall be provided for in place bolt/stud

removal/installation at all flanges and component connections.
4.1.19 Provisions to ensure the supply of lube and/or seal oil in the event of
complete failure of the lube and/or seal oil system are required and are
subject to the review and approval of the Buyer.
4.2 Baseplates
4.2.6 For offshore installations, the baseplate shall be sufficiently rigid to be

mounted without grouting.
4.3 Oil Reservoirs
4.3.5 Features and Appendages
4.3.5.2 Reservoirs in oil systems of compressors in explosive gas service shall be

equipped with a vent system to prevent accumulation of an explosive gas
mixture in the reservoir. The system can be a vapor extraction system or an
air blower system. The reservoir gases and vapors shall pass through

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demisters in a vertical vent line. An LEL gas detector shall be installed in

the reservoir and connected to the alarm system.
4.3.5.3 An oil temperature indicator shall be mounted in a thermowell below the low
level alarm oil level.
4.3.6 Capacity and Configurations
4.3.6.3 The reservoir capacity shall be at least 110% of the total calculated
maximum working capacity and rundown capacity including allowances.
4.3.7 Heating
4.3.7.2 Heaters shall be electric. Steam heaters are not acceptable.
4.3.7.5 Electric immersion heaters shall include instrumentation to protect against

operation with insufficient oil immersion. Such instrumentation shall be
wired directly on-site.
4.3.12 Special Features
4.3.12.1c Non-skid surface shall be provided. Non-slip painted surface is acceptable.

Checker or diamond plate is not acceptable.
4.4 Pumps and Pump Drivers
4.4.1 Electric motor driven main and standby pumps shall be identical and shall be
instrumented to allow either pump to be used as the main or standby oil
pump. Pumps requiring a driver rated at more than 56 kW (75 HP) shall be
horizontal and installed external to the reservoir providing the reservoir is
not part of the main equipment base.
Centrifugal pumps shall be in accordance with ASME B73.1.
4.4.3 A DC powered emergency pump, when specified, shall automatically start in

the event of unit trip. The emergency pump shall not be arranged for
automatic shutdown.
4.4.4 Vertical submerged pumps shall be supplied with a throttle bushing in lieu of
a mechanical seal.
4.4.5 Main and standby lube oil pumps shall be electric motor driven.
4.4.7 Shaft driven lube oil pumps are not permitted.
4.4.9 Motors shall be in accordance with 17-SAMSS-503.
4.4.20 Use of extension pipes to raise the submerged pump casing above the pump
suction level is not permitted.

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4.4.21 Permanent strainers with less than 3 mm ( 18 in) openings are not permitted
in the interior of the reservoir.
4.5 Coolers
4.5.1 General
4.5.1.1 Lube oil coolers shall be of the manufacturer's standard design for the site
condition (e.g., marine, desert, etc.), with the following exceptions and
additions:
4.5.1.1.1 An installed spare shall be provided (e.g., 2x100%, 1x100% with 3x50%
fans).
4.5.1.1.2 Oil-to-water coolers shall be provided with air venting feature on water side.
4.5.1.1.3 Fin fan coolers shall be provided with 316L stainless steel material tubes and
heads. All other coolers’ material of construction shall be submitted for
approval to the Chairman, Vibration and Lubrication Standards Committee,
Consulting Services Department.
4.5.1.1.4 Brush (wire mesh) type turbulators for cooler internals are not acceptable.
4.5.1.1.5 The minimum cooler design airside fouling resistance shall be

0.000352 m² °K/W (0.002 ft² h °F/Btu).
4.5.1.1.6 The minimum cooler design inlet air temperature shall be the summer dry
bulb temperature at 1.0% plus 4.4°C (8°F).
4.5.1.1.7 U-bends in air coolers are not allowed.
4.5.1.1.8 The Vendor shall advise the Buyer of the cooled oil temperature achievable
under the specified maximum ambient temperature conditions. In no case
shall the lube or seal oil temperature downstream of the cooler exceed 60°C
(140°F).
4.5.1.1.9 The cooler fan motors shall be equipped with seismic vibration probes.
4.5.1.1.10 The cooler fan motors shall be of a forced draft cooling design to prevent
motor from air effluent overheat.
4.5.1.1.11 Twin coolers, (100% reserve), are required when water cooling is used.
4.5.1.2 (Exception) The type of cooler, water cooled or air cooled, shall be as
specified on the data sheets.
4.5.1.7 If seawater cooling is to be used, an inlet design temperature of 35°C (95°F)

shall be used.

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4.5.1.10 The Vendor shall advise the Buyer of the temperature achievable under the
specified maximum ambient temperature conditions. In no case shall the
lube or seal oil temperature downstream of the cooler exceed 60°C (140°F).
4.5.1.13 b Thermostat-operated temperature control valve type is not acceptable.
4.5.2 Shell and Tube Coolers
4.5.2.6 U-bend tubes are not permitted.
4.5.4 Air Cooled Heat Exchangers
4.5.4.1 General
Air cooled heat exchangers shall be of the single cooler type. Air cooled
heat exchangers may be of manufacturer's standard provided that the design
is reviewed by the Chairman of Vibration and Lubrication Standards
Committee, Consulting Services Department. Block type radiators are not
acceptable.
Each system shall be equipped with individual coolers. Common coolers for
multiple systems are not acceptable.
4.5.4.4 b Cooler lube oil tubing shall be 316 stainless steel.
4.5.4.4 c Header boxes shall be hardened stainless steel plate.
4.6 Filters
4.6.1 (Exception to second sentence) Filters shall provide a minimum particle

removal efficiency, EPR, of 99.5% for 10 μm particles (β10 ≥ 200), and a
minimum EPR of 99.75% of 15 μm particles (β15 ≥ 400).
4.6.1 c Filter casings shall be 316 stainless steel.
4.6.5 e Filter elements shall not be stacked and sealing element shall be O-ring
design only. Elastomer gaskets are not acceptable.
4.7 Transfer Valve
4.7.5 Crossover piping with a valve and orifice shall be furnished between dual
filters and dual coolers to permit filling idle equipment from the active
equipment side.
4.8 Accumulators
4.8.1 Barrier fluid systems according to Saudi Aramco Standard Drawing

AA-036281 shall be provided with bladder type accumulators of sufficient
capacity to maintain the minimum required buffer fluid pressure for at least

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8 hours after shutdown of the seal oil pumps. This capacity rating is based
on maximum allowable seal leakage acceptable to continue operation.
The charge gas for all accumulators shall be nitrogen.
4.8.4 A constant pressure regulating system shall be furnished with automatic vent
and reset features.
4.9.2 Lube Oil Rundown Tanks
4.9.2.1 For compressors, a lube oil rundown tank is required. The rundown tank
shall have a capacity to provide oil for a coast down period, specified by the
Vendor, based on normal flow. For steam turbine driven compressors the
capacity shall not be less than ten minutes of normal flow. For motor driven
compressors, the capacity shall not be less than three minutes of normal flow
or 5 minutes of diminishing flow whichever is greater.
For pump trains, a separately mounted emergency lube oil rundown tank
shall be provided when deemed necessary by the main equipment suppliers.
When a rundown tank is provided, the rundown capacity shall be the
rundown time determined by the Vendor having unit responsibility plus 30
seconds. Alternatively, an oil pump driven by a DC motor or air motor may
be provided for use in an emergency.
4.9.2.2 The rundown tank shall have a permissive start level transmitter, level gauge
and, if necessary, a drain valve. Piping shall be furnished for filling and for
the drainage of overflow. The fill piping shall include a drilled check valve
and a bypass block valve.
5. Piping
5.1 General
5.1.1 (Exception) All piping shall be in accordance with Part 1, Section 5.
6.1 General
6.1.1 (Exception) As a minimum, the alarm and shutdown contacts shall be in

accordance with the requirements indicated on Saudi Aramco Standard
Drawing AA-036858.
6.2 Arrangement 1
6.2.1 Arrangement 1 shall be used.
6.5 Instrumentation
Instrumentation shall comply with Part 1, Section 6 and 34-SAMSS-831.

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7.1 General
7.1.1 As a minimum, the inspector check list shall be completed prior to shipment.
Completion, however, does not necessarily indicate system acceptance by
the Buyer.
7.3 Testing
7.3.3 Operational Tests
7.3.3.1 Fin fan coolers may be tested separately if required using the system oil.
They shall meet the cleanliness requirements of paragraph 7.3.3.9 b and the
vibration in on all bearings, at any axis, shall be less than 4 mm/s, and 10
m/s² (1 g) Root Mean Square (RMS) in the frequency range of 0-5 kHz.
Structural members shall be designed such that vibration is less than 6 mm/s
RMS and 150 micrometers peak to peak unfiltered.
7.3.3.8 f It shall also be demonstrated that when both the main and the standby pump
are running, the control valves are capable of maintaining the specified oil
pressure, with no increase in header pressure.
8. Vendor's Data
8.1 General
Vendor's data shall include the requirements of Part 1, Section 8 of this

specification.
Part 3 - General Purpose Oil Systems
4. General
4.1 Basic Design
4.1.1 Main and standby pumps shall be provided. Each pump shall have the
capability of providing the required oil flow and pressure. Standby pump
shall be motor driven.
4.2.6 Unless otherwise specified, the oil shall be hydro-treated (API Group II or
III), ISO Viscosity Grade 46, in accordance with Turbo Compressor oil
specification 26-SAMSS-088. Mixing of oil brands is not acceptable.

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4.2.8 Oil return lines or spill back lines are not permitted downstream of the filters.
4.2.10 Adequate clearance shall be provided for in place bolt / stud removal /
installation at all flanges and component connections.
4.2.18 Electrical installations shall be in accordance with 17-SAMSS-515.

The electrical power supplies shall be as specified on the Data Sheet.
4.4 Oil Reservoirs
4.4.2 All reservoirs shall be sloped to a low point drain.
4.4.4 Manways and Drains
4.4.4.3 A flanged drain connection complete with valve and blind flange, at least
(1 in.) size shall be provided and located in the lowest point to ensure
complete drainage.
4.4.5 Features and Appendages
4.4.5 d Reservoirs shall be fitted with a welding pad reflex type level gauge.
4.5 Pumps and Pump Drivers
4.5.1 (Exception to first sentence) As a minimum, the system shall contain a main
and standby lube oil pump. Each pump shall be suitable for continuous
operation.
4.5.3 (Exception) Turbine driven pumps are not acceptable.
4.5.5 Motors shall be in accordance with 17-SAMSS-503.
4.6 Coolers
4.6.1 General
4.6.1.3 An oil bypass line around the cooler, fitted with a temperature control valve,
is required.
4.6.1.3 a Thermostatically operated oil by-pass valve is not acceptable.
4.6.1.3 b The oil bypass valve shall be a flanged and pneumatically operated (air-to-
open fail-close) temperature control valve. Failure of the control valve shall
cause all the oil to pass through the cooler.
4.6.1.10 The body of the temperature control valve shall be 316 stainless steel.
4.6.2 Shell and Tube Coolers
4.6.2.1 a A removable bundle design is required for shell-and-tube coolers.

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4.6.2.1 b The oil-side operating pressure shall be higher than the water side operating
pressure.
4.6.2.3 Tubes shall be either inhibited admiralty brass or 316 stainless steel.
Tube diameter shall be ⅝ in. minimum.
4.6.2.4 Cooler shells, channels, and covers shall be made of 316 stainless steel.
4.7 Filters
4.7.1 (Exception to second sentence) Filters shall provide a minimum particle

removal efficiency, EPR, of 99% for 10 μm particles (β10 ≥ 100), and a
minimum EPR of 99.5% of 15 μm particles (β15 ≥ 200).
4.7.1 a Duplex filters shall be provided.
4.7.1 d Filter casings shall be 316 stainless steel.
4.7.7 e Filter elements shall not be stacked and sealing element shall be O-ring
design only. Elastomer gaskets are not acceptable.
5. Piping
5.1 General
5.1.1 (Exception) All piping shall be in accordance with Part 1, Section 5.
6. Instrumentation and Electrical Systems
6.1 Instrumentation shall comply with Part 1, Section 6 and 34-SAMSS-831.
6.2 The Vendor shall provide the alarm and shutdown contacts specified on the
data sheets. These shall include as a minimum:
 High oil temperature leaving cooler alarm
 Low pressure for each lube oil pressure level alarm & shutdown
 Low oil level in the reservoir alarm
 Low oil level in the rundown tank (if provided) alarm
 High oil filter differential pressure alarm
7.1 General
Inspection, testing, and preparation for shipment shall be per Part 1, Section 7
and in accordance with the requirements of the Inspection Form 175.

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7.1.1 As a minimum, the inspector check list shall be completed prior to shipment.
Completion, however, does not necessarily indicate system acceptance by
the Buyer.
7.3.3 Operational Test
7.3.3.1 If the main oil pump is shaft driven, the complete oil system shall be
checked as part of the mechanical run test of the equipment train. As an
alternative, flow from shaft driven pump shall be simulated with a test stand
pump.
Fin fan coolers may be tested separately if required using the system oil.
They shall meet the cleanliness requirements of paragraph 7.3.3.9 b of part 2
and the vibration in on all bearings, at any axis, shall be less than 4 mm/s, and
10 m/s² (1 g) Root Mean Square (RMS) in the frequency range of 0-5 kHz.
Structural members shall be designed such that vibration is less than 6 mm/s
RMS and 150 micrometers peak to peak unfiltered.
7.3.3.7 e It shall also be demonstrated that when both the main and the standby pump
are running, the control valves are capable of maintaining the specified oil
pressure, with no increase in header pressure.
7.4 Preparation for Shipment
7.4.1 The oil system shall be prepared for shipment according to Part 1, Section 7.4,
as modified by this specification.
8. Vendor's Data
8.1 General
Vendor's data shall include the requirements of Part 1, Section 8 of this

specification.
Part 4 - Self-Acting Gas Seal Support Systems
1. Scope
1.1 This part covers the minimum requirements for self-acting gas seal
support systems for self-acting gas seals as described in 31-SAMSS-001
and API STD 617.
4. General
4.1 System Selection
(Exception) The referenced Saudi Aramco Standard Drawing AA-036537

shows the philosophy and minimum requirements for the support system.

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4.2 Basic Design
4.2.2 The compressor vendor shall be totally responsible for the design, scope of
supply, installation and performance of the gas seal system. The gas seals
shall be provided by a supplier approved for supply of gas seals to Saudi
Aramco in accordance with the requirements of 31-SAMSS-001.
4.2.3 The maximum sealing pressure shall be taken as the compressor maximum
worst-case settle-out pressure specified by the Buyer.
4.2.4 (Exception) The gas seal support system shall be an independent, self-
contained assembly incorporating all the system components, mounted on a
panel or a rack, with the ability to be lifted and/or transported as a single
unit. It shall be mounted on the main equipment skid, in a location agreed
upon by the Buyer, and shall allow adequate access to all components for
maintenance, etc. Alternatively, it may be mounted adjacent to the skid, at
the same elevation as the skid, with the approval of the Buyer.
5. Piping and Tubing
5.2 & 5.3 (Exception) All piping and tubing shall be 316 stainless steel. Tubing is
acceptable only for instrument air lines. Piping shall be used for gas flow
lines and shall be with a minimum diameter of ½ inch.
6.1 General
Instrumentation shall be in accordance with Part 1, Section 6, as modified by

this specification.
6.2 Alarms and Shutdowns
6.2.1 Primary alarm and shutdown contacts shall be as identified on Saudi Aramco
Standard Drawing AA-036537.
6.2.2 Arrangement 1 shall be used as mentioned in Part 2, Section 6.2.1 of this

specification.
6.3 Instrumentation
6.3.1.3 (Exception) Flowmeters in inert gas separation gas service shall be of the
armored type. Plastic designs are not acceptable.

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Revision Summary
28 January 2015 Major revision based on the Value Engineering results, to align specifications with industry
practice, and based it on applicable international standards.
16 September 2015 Minor revision to remove cross-references to 32-SAMSS-011 (Exchangers) and
34-SAMSS-711 (Control Valves).
20 November 2017 Minor revision to remove cross-references to the cancelled 01-SAMSS-017 (Auxiliary
Piping for Mechanical Equipment) and replace the reference directly to API 614. Also, to
change SCC responsible for the related sections of air cooler changed from Gas Turbines
and Diesel Engines SC to the Vibration and Lubrication SC.
30 January 2018 Editorial revision to change committee name in Part 2 (4.5.4.1), 4.2.4, and 4.2.5.

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Materials System Specification

32-SAMSS-013 30 January 2018

Previous Issue: 20 November 2017 Next Planned Update: 20 November 2020

©Saudi Aramco 2018. All rights reserved.

2.1 Saudi Aramco References

Saudi Aramco Materials System Specifications

Saudi Aramco Inspection Requirements

Saudi Aramco Forms and Data Sheets

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SA-8020-113 Instrument Specification Sheet - Flow Transmitters-

Saudi Aramco Standard Drawings

Saudi Aramco Library Drawing

2.2 Industry Codes and Standards

American Petroleum Institute

American Society of Mechanical Engineers

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Part 1 – General Requirements

4.1 Dimensions and Units

(Modification) Any drawing or data related to equipment supplied to this

4.2.1 Unless otherwise specified, the equipment will be installed outdoors in a

4.2.2 Equipment which is not enclosed or hermetically sealed and is specified as

4.3 System Selection

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5.2 Oil Piping

5.2.4 Bypass connections shall be provided by furnishing a blind flanged

5.5 Intercoolers and Aftercoolers

(Exception) This whole section is not applicable.

6. Instrumentation, Control, and Electrical Systems

6.1.2 Instrumentation shall be in accordance with 34-SAMSS-831.

6.2 Alarm, Shutdown, and Control Systems

6.2.2 Alarms and Shutdowns Systems

(Exception) As a minimum, the alarm and shutdown contacts shall be in

6.3.1 Instrument Installation and Gauge Boards

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Temperature controllers, terminal boxes and control stations including

6.3.1.3 Control panels shall be in accordance with 34-SAMSS-821.

6.3.1.10 (Exception) All wiring shall be in accordance with 34-SAMSS-831.

Thermowells shall be in accordance with Form 8020-418-ENG or

6.3.6 Thermocouples and Resistance Temperature Detectors

Thermocouples shall be in accordance with Form 8020-415-ENG or

6.3.9 Oil Sight Flow Indicators (FI)

6.3.10 Solenoid Valves

6.3.10.1 (Exception) Solenoid valves shall be in accordance with 34-SAMSS-831.

6.4 Electrical Systems

6.4.2 Electrical installations shall be in accordance with 17-SAMSS-515.

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7. Inspection, Testing, and Preparation for Shipment

7.2.3 Mechanical Inspection

7.3.2 Hydrostatic Test

7.3.2.1 If components, including piping, are to be hydrotested with water, it shall be

7.4 Preparation for Shipment

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8.3.6 Installation, operation, maintenance, and technical data manuals

Instruction manuals shall be provided in a searchable electronic format, the

Part 2 - Special Purpose Oil Systems

4.1.13 Adequate clearance shall be provided for in place bolt/stud

4.2.6 For offshore installations, the baseplate shall be sufficiently rigid to be

4.3 Oil Reservoirs

4.3.5 Features and Appendages

4.3.5.2 Reservoirs in oil systems of compressors in explosive gas service shall be

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demisters in a vertical vent line. An LEL gas detector shall be installed in

4.3.6 Capacity and Configurations