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[fallah]

Dear All,

How much value is the optimum dead band between each two systems among below systems in atmospheric/low pressure tanks:

-Vacuum relief system
-Blanketing system
-Operating vent system
-Pressure safety valve
-Emergency valve

Regards

[proinwv]

The dead band is determined by the full operating band of each device. The purpose will be to avoid having two devices operative at the same time. You must take into consideration:

MAWP
MAWV
The operating band of the device from reseat to full open.

If you search this forum, you will find other postings on this subject.

[fallah]

Thanks for your reply,but:

I want to know how much is the minimum value of dead band preventing two devices being operative at the same time.

[proinwv]

i am not being rude, but the minimum is zero, and any more is insurance.

[fallah]

How about the optimum value as i mentioned in my first post?

Can 100 mbar be an proper operative band for pressure/vacuum relief device?

[proinwv]

You have upper and lower limits to your system which are established by the MAWP and MAWV.

You can then, using the full operating band of each vent or valve, have them operate as far apart as is practical. In theory you can have the operating band of one device end where the band of the next device begins. Other than that I can not tell you anymore. I can not set an arbitrary value to your devices. You need to operate with the parameters available to you. In selecting equipment you may find that certain manufacturers equipment can operate at closer tolerances than others.

I will caution you that you must respect the MAWP and MAWV for the safety of your people and equipment.

[fallah]

Sorry,i made mistake to convert 4" w.c. to mbar.Actually what i meant above was 10 mbar.

[proinwv]

Fallah, still refer you to my previous replies. It is meaningless to arbitrarily set the values.

[latexman]

The rough guidelines I have used are based on API 650 (no overpressure allowed) and the fact that vent units achieve full open conditions at about 2X set pressure. So, it would go something like this:

Vacuum Breaker fully open at MAWV
Vacuum Breaker set at 1/2 MAWV
Normal Relief set at 1/4 MAWP
Normal Relief fully open at 1/2 MAWP
Emergency Relief set at 1/2 MAWP
Emergency Relief fully open at MAWP

Like I said these are rough guidelines. I get my first pass with these guidelines, then I "tweak" it to reality where set pressures are whole numbers and not fractions. I like to have more "operating latitude" between the Normal Relief fully open and the Emergency Relief set pressure to minimize the leakage out the Emergency Relief.

[fallah]

Normal Relief fully open at 1/2 MAWP
Emergency Relief set at 1/2 MAWP

Thanks a lot Latexman.

Looking above two equal values,then you will consider possible dead band inbetween?

In your typical example,set point of pressure regulating valve (if any,e.g. for blanketing) would be below 1/4 MAWP (around 1/8 MAWP as per your defined criteria?).
Am i right?

[CMA010]

The rough guidelines I have used are based on API 650 (no overpressure allowed) and the fact that vent units achieve full open conditions at about 2X set pressure. So, it would go something like this:

Vacuum Breaker fully open at MAWV
Vacuum Breaker set at 1/2 MAWV
Normal Relief set at 1/4 MAWP
Normal Relief fully open at 1/2 MAWP
Emergency Relief set at 1/2 MAWP
Emergency Relief fully open at MAWP

Like I said these are rough guidelines. I get my first pass with these guidelines, then I "tweak" it to reality where set pressures are whole numbers and not fractions. I like to have more "operating latitude" between the Normal Relief fully open and the Emergency Relief set pressure to minimize the leakage out the Emergency Relief.

The fact that vent units achieve full open conditions at about 2x set pressure? Where did you come up with this fact? This is vendor specific and loads of vendors give full flow pressures at 10 or 20% overpressure.

[latexman]

The fact that vent units achieve full open conditions at about 2x set pressure? Where did you come up with this fact? This is vendor specific and loads of vendors give full flow pressures at 10 or 20% overpressure.

My assessment was based on low pressure vents that are dead weight or spring loaded, not pilot operated. My recommendations came from consultation with 3-4 major, worldwide suppliers and buying, testing, and maintaining thousands of them every year. At 10-20% overpressure in breather vents the flow is very erratic. 90% of full flow is usually around 70% overpressure. It is common practice to base designs on 100% overpressure.

What you say is true - for pilot operated low pressure vents.

[CMA010]

Sorry mate, 10 to 20% is valid for weight (pallet) loaded breather valves and emergency vents.

[latexman]

It looks like we are both right, buddy. Here's a quote from Groth on their 1800A Series Full Lift Type Valve, "The most notable advantage of this valve is it being fully open at 10% overpressure while standard Pressure / Vacuum Relief Valves achieve full open capacity at 100% overpressure." http://www.grothcorp.....Q210 2-PG.pdf
The literature is copyrighted in 2009. How long has this technology been on the market? First time I'm seeing it. Any idea how much extra it costs over standard vent units?

[proinwv]

All,

Might I suggest some caution, while recognizing the caveat by latexman.

First, the reseat pressure of some vents is abominable, and you need to confirm with the vendor. Some vendors will not know or reveal it. There are other vents on the market that can achieve full open at either 10 or 20% o.p. by using safety valve technology, i.e. huddling chambers.

Basically, you need to find out as much as possible as you can about the manufacturers characteristics. You may decide that the more expensive will be best. I recently found, that the lesser pressure build up to full flow, was not only desirable, but was the only way to stay within the MAWP.

Last, don't forget that most blanketing valves are simple PRV's with droop.

All of this is why I suggested that the designer use simple bar charts to visualize the overall problem, and to see where changes to set points would be useful.

[fallah]

Normal Relief fully open at 1/2 MAWP
Emergency Relief set at 1/2 MAWP

Thanks a lot Latexman.

Looking above two equal values,then you will consider possible dead band inbetween?

In your typical example,set point of pressure regulating valve (if any,e.g. for blanketing) would be below 1/4 MAWP (around 1/8 MAWP as per your defined criteria?).
Am i right?

Hope my above questions have not been forgotten.

[latexman]

You must have skipped "Like I said these are rough guidelines. I get my first pass with these guidelines, then I "tweak" it to reality where set pressures are whole numbers and not fractions. I like to have more "operating latitude" between the Normal Relief fully open and the Emergency Relief set pressure to minimize the leakage out the Emergency Relief."

Yes, 1/8 MAWP is in the right direction. A thorough understanding of all the critical pressures (MAWV, MAWP, set pressures, reseating pressures, "leak point" pressures, sizing pressures, etc.) must be understood before assigning the design values

[proinwv]

latexman,

I believe you and I are on the same page, and I do not have an objection to your practice, especially as you point out that it is a first step or rough guideline.

My point is that there are operating characteristics of the mechanical equipment that must be considered in the final step, and this information is often not available in the catalog or sometimes even made available upon request. Reseat is a good example.

Your comment 'more "operating latitude" ' is especially valuable in this respect. Even more so when the system is aged and the seats are not performing at the efficiency they did at factory final test. (I spent 30+ years working for valve manufacturers, before entering consulting.)

Anyway, fallah, you should have all the information that you require to proceed with your work. It now is up to you and your good engineering judgment.

[latexman]

I followed up with Groth on their 1800A Series Full Lift Type Valve. It was introduced last month, so it's new to them. I wonder how long this technology has been available from other vendors? I also asked about cost. They said it was 5% more than their standard 1200A series PVRV. Not bad!

[proinwv]

I know that Protego has had a 10% vent for several years. They are more expensive, but off hand I cannot tell you how much.

I recommended them to a client and he was very impressed, even considering the higher cost, because of the ability to reduce the pressure buildup.

[latexman]

Thanks. Btw, over the years I specified a lot of the low pressure regulators you developed. They became part of our engineering standards; they were that good!

[proinwv]

Well that is very kind of you.

Thanks very much.