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3.3.4 maximum operating pressure<br />

The maximum pressure expected during normal system operation.<br />

3.3.5 Overpressure<br />

The pressure increase over the set pressure of a pressure relief of a relieving device<br />

allowed to achieve rated flow. Overpressure is expressed in pressure units or as a<br />

percentage of set pressure. It is the same as accumulation only when the relieving device<br />

is set to open at the MAWP of the vessel.<br />

3.3.6 rated relieving capacity<br />

The relieving capacity used as the basis for the application of a pressure-relief device.<br />

This capacity is determined in accordance with the applicable code or regulation and is<br />

provided by the manufacturer. NOTE The capacity marked on the device is the rated<br />

capacity on steam, air, gas, or water as required by the applicable code.<br />

3.3.7 stamped relieving capacity<br />

The rated relieving capacity that appears on the device nameplate and based on the rated<br />

relieving capacity determined at the specified set pressure or burst pressure plus the<br />

allowable overpressure.<br />

Fion Zhang/ Charlie Chong

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