Cylindrical or spherical shell designed to contain fluids under pressure in hydrostatic tanks
| Parameter | Typical range | Notes & selection driver |
|---|---|---|
| Length Range | 1000-15000 mm | |
| Diameter Range | 300-5000 mm | |
| Surface Finish | Ra 3.2 μm or better | |
| Wall Thickness | 6-100 mm | |
| Design Pressure | 0.5-30 MPa | |
| Design Temperature | -50°C to 350°C | |
| Corrosion Allowance | 1-3 mm |
Ranges are indicative industry figures for RFQ preparation, not a supplier commitment. Confirm every value and standard with the legal manufacturer before ordering.
This component is used in the following industrial products
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Primary failure modes include: brittle fracture at low temperatures, fatigue cracking from cyclic loading, stress corrosion cracking, creep deformation at elevated temperatures, and plastic collapse from overpressure.
Shell thickness is calculated using formulas from standards like ASME BPVC Section VIII, considering design pressure, material allowable stress, joint efficiency, corrosion allowance, and minimum required thickness for structural stability.
Non-destructive testing methods include: radiographic testing (RT) for weld quality, ultrasonic testing (UT) for thickness measurement and flaw detection, magnetic particle testing (MT) for surface cracks, and hydrostatic pressure testing for leak verification.
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