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1. Pressure Relief Devices Rev. # – Mmm YYYY

2. Objectives Relief Events Pressure Relief Devices Codes & Standards Terminology Types of Pressure Relief Valves Sizing of Pressure Relief Valves Rupture Disks Pressure & Vacuum Relief Valves Inspection & Shop testing Review Table of Contents

3. Course/Learning Objectives To understand what are Relief events and what is the purpose of Pressure Relief devices. To identify the codes & standards used in selection & sizing of Pressure Relief Devices To learn about the terminologies used To understand what is Backpressure To learn about the types of Pressure Relief Devices To learn about the types of pressure relief valves To learn how pressure relief valves are sized To understand what are Rupture disks and its types To understand what are Pressure & Vacuum Relief valves To learn about the various testing and inspection requirements.

4. What is a Relief Event? Relief event is the process of de-pressurization to prevent excessive overpressure in a system. Following are some of the causes that can produce overpressure in a system: External fire Flow from high pressure source Heat input from associated equipment Pumps and compressors trips Ambient heat transfer Liquid expansion in pipes and surge Blocked outlet Instrument Air failure Gas Blow by Runaway reactions

5. Key FPSO/Offshore Platform Applications: Separation : Inlet Pressure Control, Slug Catcher, Back-Pressure Control, Thermal Relief, LP/HP Separator, Water Letdown , Vent to Flare/Vent Relief, Production Choke, Flare Scrubber Auxiliary : Surge Control, Pump Recirculation, Gas Lift, Chemical/Water Injection, Gas to Flare, Safety Relief Dehydration : Lean/Rich Glycol Letdown , Level Control, Back-Pressure Control, Thermal Relief, Pressure Relief ​​​ Compression : Scrubber, Compressor Recycle, Compressor Anti-surge, Hot Gas Bypass, Wellhead Injection, Gas Injection, Steam Pressure Control, Lube Oil Temperature Control, Pressure Relief Oil and Gas Separation and Treatment Gas Compressor Module Heat Exchangers

6. Water Injection Pumps Gas Turbine/Power Generation Flare Stack Dual Fuel Engines

7. Answers to Quiz on Pressure Relief 1Q. The highest allowable set pressure of any safety valve is the maximum allowable working pressure of the vessel being protected. (T/F) 1A. False. Under certain conditions, such as multiple valves, additional safety valves may be provided set at pressures higher than the MAWP; however, at least one must be set no higher than MAWP. 2Q. The Design Pressure and the Maximum Allowable Working Pressure of a vessel are one and the same. (T/F) 2A. False. Design Pressure is a process design term which specifies the minimum pressure to which the vessel must be designed. The MAWP, on the other hand, is a mechanical design term. It goes with the vessel, i.e , it is the pressure on the vessel’s nameplate and stays with the vessel no matter where the vessel is used. In practice, the two are often the same, but not necessarily.

8. Answers to Quiz on Pressure Relief 3Q. An oversized safety valve can be vulnerable to the phenomenon known as chatter. (T/F) 3A. True. 4Q. Safety valve chatter in liquid service is potentially more serious than in vapor service. (T/F) 4A. True. Because of the liquid hammer effect.

9. Answers to Quiz on Pressure Relief 5Q. For operating contingencies, the ASME Code allows the capacity of a single safety valve to be calculated at 110% of the MAWP. (T/F) 5A. True. 6Q. Under a fire contingency, the vessel is allowed to reach a higher pressure than under an operating contingency. (T/F) 6A. True. It is allowed to reach 121% of MAWP. 7Q. It is permissible to have a second safety valve on a vessel set at 105% of the MAWP. (T/F) 7A. True. 8Q. Accumulation means the same as blowdown. (T/F) 8A. False.

10. Answers to Quiz on Pressure Relief 9Q. If a single safety valve is present only for fire, it is permissible to set it at 110% of the MAWP. (T/F) 9A. False. A single safety valve must be set no higher than the MAWP. Only if it is a second valve for a fire contingency may it be set at 110% of MAWP. 10Q. If there are two safety valves on a vessel, pressure during discharge is allowed to reach 116% of the MAWP. (T/F) 10A. True, assuming the second valve is set at 105% of MAWP as permitted by the code. With 10% accumulation, maximum pressure becomes 110% of 105%, or (rounded) 116%.

11. Answers to Quiz on Pressure Relief 11Q. If a safety valve is to be routinely operated within 10% of its set pressure, it is advisable to provide a rupture disc beneath the safety valve to eliminate losses due to “simmering”. (T/F) 11A. False. Rupture discs must not be operated under these conditions either. The solution is a pilot-operated valve. 12Q. Proper safety valve servicing requires testing each valve in the “as- received” condition. (T/F) 12A. True. This is the only way to tell whether the valve was operable. 13Q. We should design for the possibility that safety valve discharges will become ignited. (T/F) 13A. True.

12. Pressure Relief Devices A device actuated by inlet static pressure and designed to open during emergency or abnormal conditions to prevent a rise of internal fluid pressure in excess of a specified design value. The device also may be designed to prevent excessive internal vacuum. The device may be a pressure relief valve, a non-reclosing pressure relief device – Rupture disc, or a vacuum relief valve. It is the final mechanical device to safeguard Over/ Under pressure to prevent Hazard. The function of relief devices is to: Prevent an overpressure scenario in the plant (equipment / piping) Protect equipment & piping (from damage / loss of containment) Protect personnel Prevent loss of production time Prevent an environmental release/De-escalate fire related damage /Prevent loss of containment

13. Codes & Standards API Std 520, Sizing, Selection, and Installation of Pressure-relieving Devices in Refineries Part I—Sizing and Selection API RP 520, Sizing, Selection, and Installation of Pressure-relieving Devices in Refineries, Part II—Installation API Std 521/ISO 23251, Guide for Pressure-relieving and Depressurizing Systems API Std 526, Flanged Steel Pressure Relief Valves API Std 527, Seat Tightness of Pressure Relief Valves API Std 2000, Venting Atmospheric and Low-pressure Storage Tanks: Non-refrigerated and Refrigerated ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code , Section I—Power Boilers ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII—Pressure Vessels, Division 1 ASME B31.3 / Petroleum Refinery Piping ASME B16.5 / Flanges & Flanged Fittings PED-97 23 EC

14. Superimposed Backpressure Pressure in discharge header before the valve opens. It is the result of pressure in the discharge system coming from other sources It may be constant or variable

15. Built-up Backpressure The pressure that develops (builds up) in the discharge header when the relief valve opens.

16. Classification of Pressure Relief Devices Pressure Relief Devices Reclosing Devices Non-reclosing Devices Direct-load Controlled Conventional Pressure Relief Valve Balanced Bellow Pressure Relief Valve Pilot-Operated Safety Valve Snap-acting Modulating Rupture Disc Function Loading Principle *acc. to ASME Spring Loaded Safety Valves Pressure & Vacuum Relief Valve

17. Conventional Spring Loaded PRV Self-actuated spring-loaded PRV. Designed to open at a predetermined pressure and protect a vessel or system from excess pressure by removing or relieving fluid from that vessel or system. Basic elements include an inlet nozzle connected to the vessel or system to be protected, a movable disc which controls flow through the nozzle, and a spring which controls the position of the disc.

18. Conventional Spring Loaded PRV Advantages Most reliable type if properly sized and operated Versatile -- can be used in many services Disadvantages Relieving pressure affected by back pressure Susceptible to chatter if built-up back pressure is too high Selection Criteria The superimposed backpressure is not variable (otherwise the pressure at which the valve will open will vary) Built-up backpressure should not exceed 10 % of the set pressure at 10 % allowable overpressure. When the superimposed backpressure is constant, the spring load may be reduced to compensate for the superimposed backpressure. Material for spring and bonnet shall be suitable for service fluid

19. Balanced Bellow Spring Loaded PRV A balanced PRV is a spring-loaded PRV which incorporates a bellows or other means of balancing the valve disc to minimize the effects of backpressure on the performance characteristics of the valve. A balanced bellows valve is used where the built up back pressure is too high for conventional relief valves or where the superimposed back pressure varies widely compared to the set pressure. For conventional relief valve, backpressure should not exceed 10% of the set pressure at 10% allowable pressure. However, it is possible to get relief valve with balanced bellows if total back pressure (superimposed + built-up) is up till 50% of the set pressure.

20. Balanced Bellow Spring Loaded PRV Advantages Relieving pressure not affected by back pressure Can handle higher built-up back pressure Protects spring and guiding surface from corrosion Disadvantages Bellows susceptible to fatigue/rupture Will release flammables/toxics to atmosphere in case of bellows rupture Requires extended venting system for Bonnet vent to safe location Selection Criteria Where the total backpressure (superimposed plus built-up) does not exceed approximately 50 % of the set pressure. Back pressure is within the limit of Bellows Mechanical limit.

21. Pilot Operated PRV A pilot-operated PRV consists of the main valve, which encloses a floating unbalanced piston assembly, and an external pilot. The piston is designed to have a larger area on the top than on the bottom. Up to the set pressure, the top and bottom areas are exposed to the same inlet operating pressure. As the operating pressure increases, the net seating force increases and tends to make the valve tighter. At the set pressure, the pilot vents the pressure from the top of the piston; the resulting net force is now upward causing the piston to lift, and process flow is established through the main valve. After the overpressure incident, the pilot will close the vent, and the net force will cause the piston to reseat.

22. Pilot Operated PRV

23. Types of Pilot Operated PRVs Snap Acting type or Pop Action type The Pop action pilot causes the main valve to lift fully at Set pressure without overpressure. This immediate release of pressure provides extremely high opening and closing forces on the main valve seat. Mainly Classified in Two types of Pil ot: Modulating type The modulating pilot opens the main valve only enough to satisfy the required relieving capacity and can be used in gas, liquid or two-phase flow applications. In contrast to a pop action valve, it limits the amount of relieving fluid to only the amount required to prevent the pressure from exceeding the allowable accumulation.

24. Pilot Operated PRV Advantages Relieving pressure not affected by backpressure Can operate at up to 98% of set pressure Less susceptible to chatter (some models) Zero Leakage Reduced loss of inventory for modulating type Smaller, lighter valves at higher pressure and/or with larger orifice size Disadvantages Pilot is susceptible to plugging by fouling fluids, hydrate formation etc. Limited chemical and high temperature use due to “O-ring” seals Vapor condensation and liquid accumulation above the piston may cause problems

25. Pilot Operated PRV Selection Criteria and Concerns When back pressure can not be met by Bellows type Very low margin between Max operating pressure and Set pressure To optimize line size and reduce inventory loss Provide high capacity and one valve can replace multiple conventional valves Limited availability of soft goods for seat & seal limits Pilot selection in high temperature and certain service chemicals Not to be used when pilot or pilot line can be choked due to solid particles / condensates

26. Rupture Disk Rupture Disks are used in single & multiple relief device installations. With no moving parts, rupture disks are simple, reliable & faster acting than other pressure relief devices. They can be specified for vapor (gas) or liquid application. They are Temperature sensitive devices. Hence rupture disks must be specified at the Pressure & temperature the disk is expected to burst. Based on the construction, Rupture disks can be classified into: Conventional Disks (Forward acting Rupture disks) Reverse Acting (also known as Reverse Buckling disks) Composite disks P&ID symbol

27. Rupture Disk Conventional Disks (Forward acting Rupture disks): A forward-acting rupture disk is a formed (domed), solid metal disk designed to burst at a rated pressure applied to the concave side. The disks in this case bursts in the forward direction as indicated in the figure. These disks perform satisfactorily when the operating pressures are up to 70% of the marked burst pressure of the disks. If vacuum or backpressure conditions are present, the disk can be furnished with a support to prevent reverse flexing.

28. Rupture Disk Reverse- Acting Rupture disks: A reverse-acting rupture disk is a formed (domed), solid metal disk designed to reverse and burst at a rated pressure applied to the convex side. The performance of these disks is satisfactory when operating pressures are 90% or less of the marked burst pressure. These disks do not require vacuum support.

29. Rupture Disk Composite Disks: These disks are either flat or dome shaped multi piece construction disks. The dome shaped rupture disks are designed to burst at rated pressure applied to the concave side of the disc. This type of rupture disk consists of a slotted metal top section, a metallic or non metallic bottom seal membrane. Due to the seal membrane this type of rupture disk offers better corrosion resistance. This type of rupture disk performs satisfactorily when the operating pressure is 80% or less of the marked burst pressure. If vacuum or back pressure condition exists then a vacuum support is generally provided.

30. Rupture Disks used in conjunction with PRV A rupture disk can be installed either on the inlet or outlet side of the safety valve. If installed on the inlet, it isolates the contained media from the PRV. When there is an overpressure situation; the rupture disk bursts allowing the fluid to flow into the PRV, which will then subsequently lift. This arrangement is used to protect the internals of the safety valve from corrosive fluids. Alternatively, if the PRV discharges into a manifold containing corrosive media, a rupture disk can be installed on the safety valve outlet, to protect the internals of the safety valve in normal use. When a rupture disk is used between the PRV & the vessel, the space between them shall have a free vent, pressure gauge. This is required because if this space is not vented & back pressure builds up in this non vented space, the rupture disk will not burst with in tolerance limits.

31. Pressure & Vacuum Relief Valve (PVRV) The primary function of PVRV is to protect the tank from physical damage or permanent deformation caused by increases in internal pressure or vacuum encountered in normal operations. Pressure / vacuum relief valves are used extensively on bulk storage tanks, including fixed roof tanks with floating covers, to minimize evaporation loss. They are used on low pressure storage tanks at pressures from vacuum through 15 pounds per square inch gauge (1.034 barg), to prevent the excessive build up of pressure and vacuum which can unbalance the system and damage the tanks. Pressure and vacuum protection levels are controlled with springs or weighted pallets and can be combined to provide the required pressure/vacuum settings. It is common to combine pallet and spring systems in one unit i.e. pressure settings require a spring section, whilst the vacuum settings use the pallet method.

32. Inspection & Shop Testing Inspection and testing for relieving devices shall be as per the following standards. API 526 API 527 ASME VII, DIV-1 Following tests are mandatory for ‘UV’ stamped valves as per ASME. Hydro test of individual parts as applicable Bellows subassembly test Set pressure test on fully assembled valve Outlet pressure test on fully assembled valve Seal leak test on fully assembled valve as per API 527

33. Sizing of Pressure Relief Valves Sizing Pressure relief valves involves determining the correct orifice for the specific valve type to be used to support a required relieving capacity. The typical method used for sizing pressure relief valves is as follows: Establish a set pressure at which PRV is to operate based on pressure limits and applicable vessel code like ASME. Establish various scenarios and determine the required relieving capacity. Establish all other process parameters. Calculate the discharge area required to relieve the “required relieving capacity” using the equations based on API520 given on the next slide. With this calculated discharge area, refer the “Orifice Area & Designation” table in API526 and select higher size of orifice with respect to the calculated discharge area. Establish valve type required, conventional, bellows, Pilot. Select valve size from vendor catalogues or API 526 tables. Verify rated capacity in catalogue is higher than required relieving capacity. (In step-3, use vendor specific rated coefficient of discharge if vendor is known)

34. Sizing of Pressure Relief Valves For Gas/Vapour Service, Where, A= required effective discharge area in mm 2 W= required relieving capacity in kg/h T= Temperature in Kelvin Z= Compressibility C= Gas Constant (SI unit) K d = Discharge coefficient obtained from the valve manufacturer P 1 = Upstream relieving pressure in KPa; this is the set pressure + allowable over pressure+ atmospheric pressure K b = Backpressure correction factor, this is applied to valves with bellows only. For conventional and pilot-operated valves, use a value for K b equal to 1.0 K c = is the combination correction factor for installations with a rupture disk upstream of the PRV); Kc equals 1.0 when a rupture disk is not installed. Kc equals 0.9 when a rupture disk is installed in combination with a PRV and the combination does not have a certified value. M= Molecular weight

35. Sizing of Pressure Relief Valves For Liquid Service, Where, A= required effective discharge area in mm 2 Q= flow rate in liters/min K d = Discharge coefficient obtained from the valve manufacturer K w =Backpressure correction factor, this is applied to valves with bellows only. For conventional and pilot-operated valves, use a value for K w equal to 1.0 K c =combination correction factor for installations with a rupture disk upstream of the PRV); Kc equals 1.0 when a rupture disk is not installed. Kc equals 0.9 when a rupture disk is installed in combination with a PRV and the combination does not have a certified value. K v = correction factor due to viscosity, G l = specific gravity of the liquid at the flowing temperature P 1 =upstream relieving pressure, psig (kPag); this is the set pressure plus allowable overpressure. P 2 = total backpressure, psig (kPag).

36. Sizing Pressure Relief Valves