Api 579-1 Asme FFS-1 (Virual Classroom)

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Part 10: Component Operating in the Creep Range Presented by : Shahab Zangeneh
General
Part 10 in API579 utilizes for FFS Assessment for pressurized
components operating in the creep range to determine the
suitability for continued operation and the remaining life of a
component operating in the creep range.
The use of these procedures is not normally required for equipment

designed to a recognized code or standard that is operating within
the original design parameters.
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Applicability and Limitations of the Procedure

 Why a creep assessment?
• Operational upsets that result in an operating temperature and pressure that may result in creep damage.
• Metal loss in the component beyond that provided for in the original design.
• Stress concentration regions in the components that were not accounted for in the original design.
• Fire damage that can result in a short time heating event.
• The discovery of an LTA, pitting damage, weld misalignment, out-of-roundness, bulge, dent, or dent-gouge
combination that can result in localized creep strain accumulation and subsequent cracking.
 The Level 1 Assessment procedures screening criterion
• The component has not been subject to fire damage or another overheating event that has resulted in a significant
change in shape.
• The material meets or exceeds the respective minimum hardness and carbon content.
• The component does not contain stress concentration regions.
 The Level 2 Assessment procedures
• A history of the operating conditions and future operating conditions for the component are available.
• Less than or equal to 50 cycles of operation including startup and shutdown conditions
• The component does not contain any of the flaws.
 NOTE: The Level 1 and Level 2 Assessment procedures include a limitation on the minimum thickness. If the limitation
on minimum thickness is not satisfied, a Level 3 Assessment may be performed.
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Recommendations for Life Predictions Exceeding 35 Years
The longest test durations vary by material but are typically in the range of 50,000 hours to 250,000 hours. Therefore,
creep damage and rupture life predictions for longer times represent extrapolation relative to known response.
Caution is advised when total life predictions exceed approximately 300,000 hours or 35 years, and the predictions should
be treated as increasingly approximate.
Due to reasons such as extrapolation of test data, little or no visible deformation at failure, non-destructive examination
and material testing are recommended as an essential part of life management for operating durations greater than 35
years.
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Data Requirements
1-Required Data for an FFS Assessment – Loads and Stresses
 A stress analysis is required for a Level 2 or Level 3 Assessment.
 The results from an elastic analysis will typically over-estimate the creep damage and result in a conservative
estimate of remaining life.
2- Required Data for an FFS Assessment – Material Properties

 MPC Project Omega Data – data are provided in terms of a damage parameter and strain-rate parameter, a method is
suggested to account for minimum and average properties.
The MPC Project Omega Program has developed a testing protocol to evaluate material parameters required for a
remaining life assessment.
 Creep Rupture Data – data are provided for minimum and average properties in terms of the Larson-Miller
Parameter.
3- Required Data for an FFS Assessment – Damage Characterization

 The remaining sound wall thickness and the extent of corrosion/erosion shall be determined on all surfaces of the
component.
 A determination should be made whether the crack-like indication is an original fabrication flaw or service damage
induced. If the origin of the crack-like indication cannot be established, then it shall be classified as a service-induced
flaw.
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Assessment Techniques and Acceptance Criteria

Level 1 assessment
Level 1 Assessments are used to evaluate a single operating
condition in the creep range based on comparison with specified
time-temperature-stress limits.
STEP 1- Determine the material of construction for the component

and establish the metallurgical requirements and Level 1 screening
curve.
STEP 2- Determine the maximum operating temperature, pressure,

and service time for the condition being evaluated.
NOTE: If the component contains a welded joint that is loaded in the

stress direction that governs the minimum required wall thickness,
then 14ºC 25ºF shall be added to the maximum operating
temperature to determine the assessment temperature.
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STEP 3- Determine the wall thickness of the component at the end of the operating condition including the effects of
corrosion and erosion.
STEP 4- Determine the nominal stress of the component for the operating condition.
STEP 5- Determine the permissible time for operation based on the screening curve.
NOTE: The Level 1 Assessment for a component subject to multiple operating conditions in the creep range should be
separately considered for each operating condition 𝑛 𝑁.
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Inspection Data
 There are no visual signs of damage to the vessel.
 UT thickness readings indicated light general
metal loss within the original corrosion
allowance.
 This is the first operational excursion into the
creep range.
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Level 1 assessment
STEP 1- Determine the material of construction for the component and establish the metallurgical requirements and
Level 1 screening curve.
ANS: The cylindrical shell is constructed of SA-516 Grade 60, carbon steel
STEP 2- Determine the maximum operating temperature, pressure, and service time for the condition being evaluated.
Since the component contains a weld seam exposed to the excursion conditions, 25°F
shall be added to the maximum operating temperature.
STEP 3- Determine the nominal stress of the component for the operating condition.
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STEP 4- Determine the permissible time for operation based on the screening curve.
T max  975F
 max  10ksi
 1000hours
Since the component was only exposed
to these conditions for 20 hours, and has
no history of prior temperature
excursions on record, the component is
fit for service without further evaluation.

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• Question will be answered at the end of each section

• For further enquiry, training or quote you can contact us at [email protected]

The use of these procedures is not normally required for equipment

Applicability and Limitations of the Procedure

Recommendations for Life Predictions Exceeding 35 Years

2- Required Data for an FFS Assessment – Material Properties

3- Required Data for an FFS Assessment – Damage Characterization

Assessment Techniques and Acceptance Criteria

STEP 1- Determine the material of construction for the component

STEP 2- Determine the maximum operating temperature, pressure,

NOTE: If the component contains a welded joint that is loaded in the

Assessment Techniques and Acceptance Criteria

Assessment Techniques and Acceptance Criteria

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