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API RP 581 - 3rd Ed.2016 - Add.2-2020 - Risk-Based Inspection Methodology

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Area 'C'

Application of Nickel Alloys to Be Considered in This Area

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Area 'B'

Nickel Alloy Trim for Valves

In Areas 'B' & 'C'

Carbon Steel

Stress Relieve Welds & Bends

Temperature, C

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50

Area 'A'

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Carbon Steel

No Stress Relief Necessary

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-25

0 10 20 30 40 50

Concentration NAOH, % By Weight

Figure 6.1M—Susceptibility of Caustic Cracking in Carbon Steel

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