When it comes to tubing system design, one of the most important decisions, and most often misunderstood, is the selection of single ferrule versus double ferrule compression fittings in high-pressure instrumentation systems. A very common …

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Choosing the wrong flange facing type in a high-pressure system is not a theoretical risk. It is a documented cause of leaks, unplanned shutdowns, and in hazardous service, serious safety incidents. There are two most …

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A BSPT to NPT connection may not appear to be an issue until it is at 300 psi and the system leaks. They are both tapered pipe threads, but they are oriented 5° apart, which …

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The process piping configurations associated with industrial pressure measurement applications are essential to achieving accurate pressure measurement, safety and long service life. The conventional valve-based designs are gradually being replaced by more sophisticated and integrated …

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When it comes to industrial piping, the choice of the appropriate grade of stainless steel does not only represent a procurement choice. It is an engineering-facing decision, which has a direct effect on the system …

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The selection of Copper Nickel 90/10 or Copper Nickel 70/30 is a decision that directly impacts the system performance, maintenance expenses, and structural integrity, both in the short and the long-term, when engineers and procurement …

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Whenever engineers and procurement professionals look to a material that would be as strong as steel yet conductive to electricity as copper, they will always find a name on the top, namely Beryllium Copper C17200, …

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Alloy 20 material continually tops the list when engineers and procurement teams seek a corrosion resistant alloy that can provide outstanding service in sulfuric acid, phosphoric acid and other hostile chemical surroundings. Alloy 20, also …

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There’s a lot at stake when engineers and procurement managers decide between Super Duplex S32750 vs S32760 like equipment durability, project costs, and safe operation in harsh environments. They’re premier-grade stainless steel alloys designed for …

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Incoloy 825 is the material specification of choice when seawater, sour gas and even stronger acids overwhelm stainless steel. This is the complete guide to all the facts about Incoloy 825’s composition, properties, corrosion resistance, …

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