PRAXAIR STANDARD EN-6

ISSUE DATE 11/01/63

REVISION DATE 2/20/02
EFFECTIVE DATE 3/20/02
WRITTEN BY R C. Enger
PRAXAIR, INC. REVISED BY A. V. Samant
PRAXAIR TECHNOLOGY CENTER APPROVED BY R. Zawierucha
TONAWANDA, NY 14151-0044 RELEASED BY J. P. Bernard

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE VELOCITIES

OF GASEOUS OXYGEN IN PIPING AND PIPING COMPONENTS
(INCLUDING PRESSURE AND NONPRESSURE VESSELS)

1.0 SCOPE

Materials used in oxygen equipment and in the construction of oxygen producing plants can
burn when ignited in atmospheres above definable combinations of oxygen concentrations and
pressures. This tendency is mitigated by proper material selection, by cleaning to remove com-
bustibles and particulates that might act as ignition promoters, and by limiting the gas velocity in
piping and components to reduce the probability of ignition caused by particle impact and/or
adiabatic compression.

This Standard defines the limitations for oxygen gas velocity in piping and piping compo-
nents (including pressure and nonpressure vessels) constructed of aluminum, aluminum-bronze,
carbon steel, cast iron, stainless steel and other alloys for applications with oxygen concentrations
above 23.5% and pressures up to 7000 PSIG (48.4 MPa).

Conditions outside the limits of this Standard shall be reviewed with the Corporate S&ES
Manager of Operational Safety and the Materials Engineering Laboratory.

2.0 APPLICABLE STANDARDS

2.1 Praxair Standards

The following is a list of other Praxair Standards, Engineering Memorandum and

code requirements specifically referenced in this document, selected references providing signifi-
cant background pertinent to this Standard or documents which may reference or use this Standard.
This list does not necessarily include all Standards that may be applicable to the subject matter.
For other applicable Standards, refer to the Praxair Standards Index volume.

• EN-4 Design of Non-Cryogenic Oxygen Systems

• EN-18 Design of Cryogenic Systems

NOTE: ITALIC PORTIONS OF THIS TEXT ARE

RESTRICTED DESIGN SAFETY RELATED IN ACCORDANCE
FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY WITH PRAXAIR STANDARD SA-5.
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• EN-60 Flammability of Engineering Alloys in High-Temperature Oxygen

Atmospheres

• GS-37 Specification for Cleanliness of Components Used for Ultrahigh

Purity Supply Systems

• GS-38 Praxair Class 2 (Oxygen) Cleaning

2.2 External References

2.2.1 Compressed Gas Association

• CGA 4.4 Industrial Practices for Gaseous Oxygen Transmission

and Distribution Piping Systems

2.2.2 American Society for Testing and Materials

• ASTM G-63 Standard Guide for Evaluating Nonmetallic Materials

for Oxygen Service

• ASTM G-88 Standard Guide for Designing Systems for Oxygen

Service

• ASTM G-93 Standard Methods and Cleanliness Levels for Material

and Equipment Used in Oxygen-Enriched
Environments

• ASTM G-94 Standard Guide for Evaluating Metals for Oxygen

Service

• ASTM STP 986 Flammability and Sensitivity of Materials in Oxygen

Enriched Atmospheres, p.37

2.2.3 National Fire Protection Association

• NFPA 53 Guide on Fire Hazards in Oxygen Enriched

Atmospheres

2.3 Referenced Laboratory Reports

• MEL TR 2438 Materials Engineering Laboratory Test Report

• MEL TR O-98-029 Materials Engineering Laboratory Test Report

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3.0 GAS VELOCITY DESIGN CRITERIA FOR SYSTEMS CLEANED TO PRAXAIR

STANDARD GS-38

3.1 Allowable Velocities for Flammable Materials

Except where specifically exempted in the other Figures and Tables herein, the
curves shown in Figure 1 represent the maximum allowable velocities for oxygen gas in piping or
components constructed of aluminum, aluminum-bronze, carbon steel, cast iron, stainless steel and
other alloys for pressures up to 1000 PSIG (7.0 MPa) and temperatures up to 400°F (205°C).

Except where specifically exempted in the other Figures and Tables herein, the
curves shown in Figure 2 represent the maximum allowable velocities for oxygen gas in piping or
components constructed of aluminum, aluminum-bronze, carbon steel, cast iron, stainless steel and
other alloys for pressures between 1000 PSIG (7.0 MPa) and 5000 PSIG (34.6 MPa) to a maxi-
mum temperature of 400°F (205°C). For pressures in excess of 5000 PSIG (34.6 MPa), velocity
exemption curves do not exist, and it is necessary to use alloys which are combustion resistant at
the higher pressures (see Table 1A). For very high-pressure systems, other safety precautions not
within the scope of the Standard, related to factors such as mechanical properties and toughness
may have to be considered. This is due to the increased stored energy in gaseous systems as
pressure increases.

3.2 Materials Exempt from Velocity Limitations-Tables

Table 1A lists materials (wrought and cast alloys) with high copper or nickel
content which are exempt from velocity limitations for systems cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
Praxair Class 2 (Oxygen) cleaning and operating at pressures up to 5000 PSIG (34.6 MPa), 6000
PSIG (41.5 MPa) and 7000 PSIG (48.4 MPa) irrespective of oxygen concentration. Data for the
6000 PSIG (41.5 MPa) and 7000 PSIG (48.4 MPa) cases was generated by National Aeronautics
and Space Administration (NASA). The maximum temperature limitation is 400°F (205°C). There
are no thickness limitations on these materials and they are velocity exempt up to the pressures
cited. However, extremely thin thicknesses are more prone to ignition than thicker cross sections
and should be avoided where possible in components.

Table 1B lists selected materials (wrought alloys) which are velocity exempt in
oxygen systems to specific pressure limits ranging between 200 PSIG (1.48 MPa) and 1500 PSIG
(10.4 MPa). Note that with the exception of Inconel 600 and Stellite 6, material thickness shall be
0.125 inch (3.18 mm) minimum, and maximum temperature limitation is 400°F (205°C). Inconel
600 has no minimum thickness limits up to the maximum pressure cited, 1000 PSIG (7.0 MPa).
Stellite 6 has no minimum thickness limits up to 500 PSIG (3.55 MPa).

Table 1C lists selected materials (cast alloys) which have variable exemption
pressure limits for different thickness [0.125 inch (3.18 mm), 0.250 inch (6.35 mm) and 0.375 inch
(9.53 mm)]. It is acceptable to interpolate pressure limits based on intermediate thicknesses.
Extrapolation outside of these thicknesses is not permitted.

Table 1D lists selected hard facing alloys, weld filler metals and their exemption
pressures in oxygen systems. Note that the minimum thickness is 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) and the

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maximum temperature limitation is 400°F (205°C) except for Stellite 6. There is no minimum
thickness requirement for Stellite 6 up to the maximum pressure cited, 500 PSIG (3.55 MPa).
However, extremely thin thicknesses are more prone to ignition and more susceptible to spalling as
compared to thicker cross sections, and should be avoided where possible in components.

For temperatures above 400°F (205°C) consult Praxair Standard EN-60 for
elevated temperature applications involving oxygen-enriched atmospheres.

3.3 Special Exemptions in VPSA Applications and Lower Purity Applications

Flammability tests in selected simulated VPSA gas mixtures have resulted in the
following exemptions:

1. Aluminum casting alloys 319 (UNS No. A03190) and 356 (UNS No. A03560) are
exempt from velocity limitations at pressures up to 75 PSIG (0.62 MPa) in
oxygen environments having a nominal composition of 95% O2 - 4% Ar - 1% N2
if the material thickness is greater than 0.125 inch (3.18 mm). The N2 content
cannot exceed 2% at a maximum oxygen concentration of 95%.

2. Aluminum casting alloy G Al Si9 (UNI 3051) is exempt from velocity limitations
at pressures up to 150 PSIG (1.14 MPa) in oxygen environments having a nomi-
nal composition of 93% O2 - 4.5% Ar - 2.5% N2 if the material thickness is
greater than 0.125 inch (3.18 mm). The N2 content cannot exceed 3.5%.

3. Aluminum alloys 5083 (UNS No. A95083) and 5183 (UNS No. A95183) are
exempt from velocity limitations at pressures up to 150 PSIG (1.14 MPa) in
oxygen environments having a nominal composition of 93% O2 - 4.5% Ar -
2.5% N2, if the material thickness is greater than 0.125 inch (3.18 mm). The N2
content cannot exceed 3.5%.

4. Aluminum alloy 6061 (UNS No. A96061) is exempt from velocity limitations at
pressures up to 50 PSIG (0.45 MPa) in oxygen environments having a nominal
composition of 95% O2 - 4% Ar - 1% N2 , if the material thickness is greater
than 0.125 inch (3.18 mm). The N2 content cannot exceed 2%.

5. Carbon steel is exempt from velocity limitations at pressures up to 8 PSIG (0.16

MPa) in VPSA oxygen environments having a maximum oxygen concentration of
95%, - bal. Ar and N2, if the material thickness is 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) or
greater.

3.4 Material Exemptions from Velocity Limitations-Figures

Curves shown in Figures 3 through 14 define regimes where certain materials are
exempted from the maximum velocity limitations in Figures 1 and 2. These figures allow the
reduced flammability tendencies of materials in reduced purity oxygen enriched atmospheres to be
exploited.

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Note: With the exception of Hastelloy C-276 (Figure 8), the exemption curves in
Figures 3 through 6 and 8 through 12 are only applicable where material thicknesses are 0.125
inch (3.18 mm) or greater (see Paragraph 6.1). At pressures up to 500 PSIG (3.55 MPa),
Hastelloy C-276 (Figure 8) is exempt from minimum thickness limitations and it is also velocity
exempt; however, at pressures above 500 PSIG (3.55 MPa), the minimum thickness limit is 0.125
inch (3.18 mm) or greater and the velocity guidelines of Figures 1 and 2 are applicable. Figures
7, 13 and 14 address thicknesses greater than 0.125 inch (3.18 mm), 0.250 inch (6.35 mm) and
0.375 inch (9.53 mm).

To identify figures that cover specific materials, the following guidance is provided.
Some of the alloy names cited in this Standard may be registered trademarks:

Reference
Alloy UNS Number Major Alloying Elements Figure
Aluminum
1100 A91100 99 min. Al 4
3003 A93003 97.5Al, 1Mn, 0.6Si, 0.7Fe, 0.2Cu 4
5083 A95083 94.8Al, 4.5Mg, 0.7Mn 4
5183 A95183 94.5Al, 4.8Mg, 0.7Mn 4
6061 A96061 98.4Al, 1.0Mg, 0.6Si 4
Aluminum Bronze Various 83-95Cu, 5-11Al, 0-4Fe 4
Carbon Steel Various 99Fe 3
Cast Iron (Gray) F10006 93.9Fe, 3.2C, 2.1Si, 0.8Mn 6
Cast Iron (Ductile) F32800 93.3Fe, 3.6C, 2.7Si, 0.4Mn 6
CA 6NM (Cast Stainless) J91540 83Fe, 12Cr, 4Ni, 1Mn 6
Cast Versions of 304, 304L
CF8 J92600 67Fe, 19.5Cr, 10Ni, 2Si, 1.5Mn 7
CF3 J92500 67Fe, 19.5Cr, 10Ni, 2Si, 1.5Mn (Low Carbon) 7
Cast Versions of 316, 316L
CF8M J92900 64.5Fe, 19Cr, 10Ni, 3Mo, 2Si, 1.5Mn 14
CF3M J92800 65Fe, 19Cr, 10Ni, 3Mo, 1.5Si, 1.5Mn (Low 14
Carbon)
Hastelloy C-22 N06022 56Ni, 21Cr, 13.5Mo, 4Fe, 3W, 2.5Co 9
Hastelloy C-276 N10276 56Ni, 16Mo, 15.5Cr, 5Fe, 4W, 2.5Co, 1Mn 8
Hastelloy G-3 N06985 42Ni, 22Cr, 19Fe, 7Mo, 5Co, 2Cu, 1W, 1Mn, 5
1Si
Hastelloy G-30 N06030 37Ni, 29Cr, 18Fe, 5Mo, 5Co, 3W, 2Cu, 1Mn 9
Hastelloy X N06002 46Ni, 22Cr, 18.5Fe, 9Mo, 1.5Co, 1W, 1Mn, 1Si 8
Haynes 25 R30605 49.5Co, 20Cr, 15W, 10Ni, 3Fe, 1.5Mn, 1Si 6
Incoloy 825 N08825 41Ni, 32Fe, 21Cr, 3Mo, 2Cu, 1Mn 4
Inconel 718 (Precip. Hard) N07718 53Ni, 22Cr, 15Fe, 5Nb, 3Mo, 1Co, 1Ti 3
Inconel 625 N06625 60.5Ni, 22Cr, 9Mo, 5Fe, 3.5Nb 6
INCO A W86133 70Ni, 15Cr, 9Fe, 2Mn, 2Cb, 1.5Mo, 0.5Si 12
Ni-Resist, Type 2, Type D2 F41002 72Fe, 20Ni, 3C, 2Si, 2Cr, 1Mn 6
Stn. Steel (Carp 20 Cb-3) N08020 35Fe, 35Ni, 20Cr, 3.5Cu, 2.5Mo, 2Mn, 1Si, 1Cb 5

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Reference
Alloy UNS Number Major Alloying Elements Figure
Stainless Steel (Wrought)
304 S30400 69Fe, 19Cr, 9Ni, 2Mn, 1Si 5
304L S30403 69Fe, 19Cr, 9Ni, 2Mn, 1Si (Low Carbon) 5
316 S31600 65.5Fe, 17Cr, 12Ni, 2Mn, 2.5Mo, 1Si 13
316L S31603 65.5Fe, 17Cr, 12Ni, 2Mn, 2.5Mo, 1Si (Low 13
Carbon)
Stn. Steel, 17-4 PH(H1150) S17400 75.5Fe, 15.5Cr, 4Ni, 4Cu, 1Si 8
Stainless Steel, 410 S41000 85.5Fe, 12.5Cr, 1Mn, 1Si 10
Stainless Steel, 430 S43000 81Fe, 17Cr, 1Mn, 1Si 11
Stainless Steel, 904L N08904 43Fe, 26Ni, 22Cr, 4.5Mo, 2Mn, 1.5Cu, 1Si 10
Stainless Steel, AL6XN N08367 44.5Fe, 24.5Ni, 21Cr, 6.5Mo, 2Mn, 1Si, 0.25N 12
Titanium (Nb-55 Ti) 55Ti, 45Nb 10
Titanium CP (Pure) R50250 99.5Ti 11

Unified Number System (UNS) numbers are provided to ensure precise identifi-
cation for alloys which might be misidentified through the use of brand names such as Inconel,
Hastelloy, etc.

The curves shown in Figures 1 through 14 are valid under the following conditions:

3.4.1 The oxygen content of the gas is 23.5% or greater.

3.4.2 The pipe and components shall be cleaned for oxygen service in accor-
dance with Praxair Standard GS-38. Nonmetallic materials used shall be oxygen compatible.

3.4.3 The temperature parameter for each curve in Figures 1 through 14 is the
temperature of the oxygen gas or pipe (or component) wall, whichever is greater.

3.4.4 The system shall be operated so that large temperature increases due to
adiabatic compression cannot occur (e.g., from the rapid opening or closing of a valve or regu-
lator). Specific methods to ensure this are beyond the scope of this Standard.

3.4.5 Where an oxygen stream impinges directly against a surface (such as gas
entering via a side connection), the maximum allowable velocity at the point of impingement is one
half of the Figures 1 and 2 curve values unless the surface under impingement is an exempt mate-
rial from Tables 1A, 1B, 1C or Figures 3 through 14 that is suitable for the design conditions. All
alloys not found in Tables 1A, 1B or 1C that are used in impingement applications shall be
approved by the Corporate S&ES Manager of Operational Safety and the Materials Engineering
Laboratory. Long radius or larger pipe bends and elbows (radius of curvature equal to or more
than 1.5 times pipe size) are not considered an impingement condition and full curve values from
Figures 1 and 2 may be applied.

3.4.6 Velocity-exempt materials shall be used for piping adjacent to valves and
similar devices in high velocity service. See Praxair Standard EN-4 for criteria to determine the

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specific types of valves and devices, and also when velocity-exempt material is required upstream
as well as downstream.

3.4.7 Screen material for strainers used in gaseous oxygen services in systems
cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38 shall be fabricated from Monel, Inconel 600, Hastelloy C-276,
Nickel 200 or high purity (>98%) copper because of the effect of geometry on combustibility
related to the 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) minimum thickness requirement. Support structure [0.125 inch
minimum (3.18 mm)] can be SS 304 to 175 PSIG (1.31 MPa) and 316 to 300 PSIG (2.17 MPa)
(Class 150). Materials that have compatible combustion resistance in oxygen service, as defined
by this Standard or by test, may also be used.

3.4.8 Safety relief device setpoints shall not exceed the applicable exemption
pressures listed for specific materials in Figures 3 through 14.

3.4.9 Relief and overflow valves from Praxair liquid storage tanks (including
oxygen) may be aluminum. Based on Materials Engineering Laboratory Test Report 2438, dated
9/3/97, aluminum valves are approved to 5.5 PSIG (0.14 MPa) for this application.

4.0 GAS VELOCITY DESIGN CRITERIA FOR HIGH-PURITY OXYGEN SYSTEMS

CLEANED TO PRAXAIR STANDARD GS-37

Praxair Standard GS-37, Specification for Cleanliness of Components Used for Ultrahigh
Purity Supply (UHP) Systems, cleaning is intended for high-purity product applications where
particulate control and alloy inertness are required in concert with metal finishing techniques such
as electropolishing. Products are also filtered to remove particulates. Since particulates of any
significance from an ignition standpoint are eliminated from the system, higher exemption
pressures are allowed and minimum thicknesses are waived up to a maximum pressure of 350
PSIG (2.51 MPa) for 316 and 316L stainless steel components which are the industry standard for
UHP Service.

Table 2 lists maximum pressures for which the materials, normally used for high purity
applications, are exempt from velocity limitations.

Except where specifically exempted in the other Figures and Tables herein, the curves
shown in Figure 1 represent the maximum allowable velocities for oxygen gas in piping or
components constructed of various materials suitable for UHP oxygen service for pressures up to
1000 PSIG (7.0 MPa) and temperatures up to 400°F (205°C).

Except where specifically exempted in the other Figures and Tables herein, the curves
shown in Figure 2 represent the maximum allowable velocities for oxygen gas in piping or
components constructed of materials suitable for UHP oxygen service for pressures between 1000
PSIG (7.0 MPa) and 5000 PSIG (34.6 MPa) to a maximum temperature of 400°F (205°C).

Note: Exemptions for materials are only applicable where thicknesses are 0.125 inch
(3.18 mm) or greater (see Paragraphs 6.1 and 6.4), except where noted.

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Piping or components constructed of certain engineering alloys that can produce

particulates through corrosion-related processes are not considered to be suitable for UHP oxygen
service.

Figures 1 and 2 and Table 2 are valid under the following conditions:

4.1 The oxygen content of the gas is 23.5% or greater, but usually is more than 99.99%.
(Exemption limits in Table 2 may be increased for some materials used in high-purity systems
cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-37 when the oxygen concentration is reduced. Consult the
Materials Engineering Laboratory for these limits or use the values shown in Figures 3 through 14
as a conservative guide.)

4.2 The pipe or components shall be cleaned for high-purity oxygen service in
accordance with Praxair Standard GS-37. Nonmetallic materials, if used, shall be oxygen
compatible.

4.3 The temperature parameter for each curve in Figures 1 and 2 is the temperature of
the oxygen gas or pipe (or component) wall, whichever is greater.

4.4 The system shall be operated so that large temperature increases due to adiabatic
compression cannot occur (e.g., from the rapid opening or closing of a valve or regulator).
Specific methods to ensure this are beyond the scope of this Standard.

4.5 Where the oxygen stream impinges directly against a metal surface (such as gas
entering via a side connection), the maximum allowable velocity is one half the curve values found
in Figures 1 and 2 unless the surface under impingement is an alloy from Table 2 that is exempt
from the velocity limitations. Otherwise, the Corporate S&ES Manager of Operational Safety and
the Materials Engineering Laboratory shall be consulted.

4.6 Velocity-exempt materials shall be used for piping adjacent to valves and similar
devices in high-velocity service. See Praxair Standard EN-4 for criteria to determine the specific
types of valves and devices, and also when velocity-exempt material is required upstream as well
as downstream.

4.7 Screen materials for strainers used in gaseous oxygen services in systems cleaned to
Praxair Standard GS-37 shall be fabricated from Monel, Nickel 200 or 99.9% copper.

4.8 Pressure relief device set points shall not exceed the applicable exemption pressures
listed for specific materials in Table 2.

4.9 Systems designed for high-purity service and cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-37
shall be reviewed if the systems are contaminated with, or converted to, lower purity (i.e.,
“standard purity”) product since different exemption criteria for materials will apply. Where
necessary, Corporate S&ES Manager of Operational Safety and the Materials Engineering
Laboratory shall be consulted.

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5.0 COMPONENTS CONTAINING BELLOWS

At this time, this Standard does not completely address the minimum thicknesses to which
the velocity guidelines shown in Figure 1 are pertinent. With the consideration of the use of
components with bellows thicknesses as low as 0.012 inch (0.3 mm) in oxygen-enriched atmos-
pheres, it is required to verify that this material is not flammable at service conditions in Praxair
Standard GS-38 cleaned systems rather than rely on velocity limitations to preclude ignition. The
use of a liner to protect the bellows from the gas stream is another option. Monel is the preferred
material for expansion joints used in high-purity oxygen. Bellows material fabricated from 321
stainless steel with a minimum thickness of 0.012 inch (0.3 mm) is exempt from velocity
limitations at pressures up to 40 PSIG (0.38 MPa) at oxygen purities up to 50%. In Praxair
Standard GS-37, cleaned systems, which are particulate free, the use of thin 316 or 316L bellow
cross sections, previously cited, is permitted. However, the Praxair Standard GS-37 cleanliness
level must be maintained in the system.

6.0 GENERAL

6.1 The velocity exemptions for materials 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) thick or greater do not
apply to components that have thin edges. Such thin-edged components shall be fabricated from
materials listed in Table 1A, Inconel 600 for pressures up to 1000 PSIG (7.0 MPa) or Hastelloy C-
276 for pressures up to 500 PSIG (3.55 MPa) or other materials shown to be suitable via
flammability tests of thin specimens in oxygen-enriched environments at appropriate pressures and
purities.

6.2 Other considerations for the design of gaseous and liquid oxygen systems may be
found in Praxair Standards EN-4 and EN-18, respectively.

6.3 The oxygen velocity criteria shown in Figure 1 are not applicable for vent piping.
The cleanliness of pressure relief valve and vent valve discharge piping is not maintained once a
facility is on stream. The material for this and other piping where control over cleanliness cannot
be maintained shall be combustion resistant at the service pressure that the pipe will encounter.
Therefore, the vent discharge material shall be one that is exempt from the velocity limitations of
Figure 1 at the service pressure.

6.4 The use of platings or surface treatment shall not be considered as a viable tech-
nique for improving or increasing velocity exemption pressures unless the improvements can be
demonstrated via flammability tests. Some platings or surface treatments may actually cause an
increase in the susceptibility of substrates to ignition and combustion. Electroless nickel and
borides are examples of this effect.

Weld overlays of Monel or certain hard facing alloys may be approved on a case-
by-case basis. The major advantage of weld overlays is the improved bonding with the substrate,
increased resistance to spalling/flaking and significantly increased thickness as compared to
platings and other surface treatments.

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6.5 The maximum possible system variables such as pressure and velocity, and not the
nominal operating variables, shall be used for all materials selection and velocity
guidelines in this Standard.

6.6 For low-purity oxygen environments with a maximum purity of 40% and a
maximum pressure of 100 psig (0.79 MPa), thickness limitations are waived for all
ferrous alloys (wrought and cast carbon and stainless steels and other iron based
alloys), cobalt/nickel alloys (Haynes, Hastelloys, Inconels, Incoloys, Stellites) and
weld filler/hard facing materials listed in Table 1D.

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TABLE 1A

Materials and Maximum Pressure Limits

Exempt from Velocity Limitations for Oxygen Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature

Max. System Pressure for

which Velocity Limitations
UNS are Exempted Major Alloying Elements
Alloy Number PSIG/MPa (%)(2)
Electrolytic Tough Pitch Copper C10200 7000 (48.4) 99.9 Cu
Phosphorus-Deoxidized Copper C12200 7000 (48.4) 99.9 Cu
Beryllium Copper C17200 5000 (34.6) 98.1 Cu, 1.9 Be
Tin Bronze C90300 6000 (41.5) 87 Cu, 8 Sn, 4 Zn, 1 Ni
Tin Bronze C90700 6000 (41.5) 89 Cu, 11 Sn
Navy M Tin Bronze C92200 6000 (41.5) 87 Cu, 6 Sn, 5 Zn, 1 Pb, 1 Ni
90-10 Cupronickel C70600 5000 (34.6) 87 Cu, 10 Ni, 1 Fe, 1 Mn, 1 Zn
70-30 Cupronickel C71500 5000 (34.6) 67 Cu, 31 Ni 1 Mn, 0.7 Fe
Red Brass C23000 7000 (48.4) 85 Cu, 15 Zn
Free Cutting Brass C36000 6000 (41.5) 62 Cu, 34 Zn, 3 Pb, 0.3 Fe
Admiralty Brass C44300 6000 (41.5) 72 Cu, 27 Zn, 1 Sn
Naval Brass C46400 6000 (41.5) 60 Cu, 39 Zn, 1 Sn
Nickel 200 N02200 7000 (48.4) 99 Ni, 0.4 Fe, 0.25 Cu
Berylco 440 5000 (34.6) 97.5 Ni, 2 Be, 0.5 Ti
INCO 141 Weld Filler W82141 5000 (34.6) 97 Ni, 2.5 Ti, 0.3 Al
Nichrome V N06003 5000 (34.6) 77 Ni, 20 Cr, 2 Mn, 1 Fe
Monel 400 N04400 7000 (48.4) 67 Ni, 32 Cu, 1 Fe
Monel K-500 N05500 7000 (48.4) 66.5 Ni, 30 Cu, 2.8 Al, 0.7 Ti
M-35-1(3) N24135 5000 (34.6) 64 Ni, 29.5 Cu, 3.5 Fe, 1.2 Si,
1 Mn, 0.5 Nb, 0.3 C
M-35-2(3) N04020 5000 (34.6) 62.3 Ni, 29.5 Cu, 3.5 Fe, 2 Si,
1.5 Mn, 0.5 Nb, 0.3C
Notes: 1) No thickness restrictions; however, extremely thin thicknesses may affect flammability
characteristics and may be a significant design consideration.
2) Nominal composition in weight % - May not add up to 100% in all cases.
3) Cast analogs of Monel; see ASTM A494.

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TABLE 1B

Wrought Alloys and Maximum Pressure Limits Exempt from Velocity Limitations
for Oxygen Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38, 400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable
Temperature - Thickness 0.125 Inch (3.18 mm) Minimum and 99.7+ O2 Purity or Less

Max. System
Pressure for which
Velocity Limitations
UNS are Exempted Major Alloying Elements
Alloy Number PSIG/MPa (%)(1)
Hastelloy C-4 N06455 1500/10.4 62.5 Ni, 16 Cr, 15.5 Mo, 3 Fe, 2 Co, 1 Mn
Colmonoy 6 W89606 1500/10.4 71.5 Ni, 15 Cr, 4.5 Fe, 4.5 Si, 3.5 B, 1 Co
Ultimet R31233 1500/10.4 56 Co, 25 Cr, 9 Ni, 5 Mo, 3 Fe, 2 W
Haynes 230 N06230 1500/10.4 53 Ni, 22 Cr, 14 W, 5 Co, 3 Fe, 2 Mo, 1 Mn
Haynes 230 N06230 1000/7.0 As above but surface alonized, 10 mils max.
Inconel 117 W86117 1400/9.75 53 Ni, 23 Cr, 12 Co, 9 Fe, Bal Mn, Nb, Si
Stellite 6-B R30016 1000/7.0 53 Co, 30 Cr, 4.5 W, 3 Ni, 3 Fe, 2 Si, 2 Mn,
1 C, 1.5 Mo
MP 35N R30035 1000/7.0 35 Co, 35 Ni, 20 Cr, 15 Mo
Inconel 600(2) N06600 1000/7.0 76 Ni, 15 Cr, 9 Fe
Inconel X750 N07750 1000/7.0 73 Ni, 15.5 Cr, 7 Fe, 2.5 Ti, 1 (Cb+Ta), 0.7 Al
Inconel 617 N06617 900/6.31 52 Ni, 22 Cr, 12.5 Co, 9.5Mo, 1.5 Fe, 1.2 Al
Haynes 214 N07214 900/6.31 77 Ni, 16 Cr, 4 Al, 3 Fe
Inconel 601 N06601 750/5.27 61 Ni, 23 Cr, 1.5 Al, 1 Mn, 1 Cu, Bal. Fe
Haynes 556 R30556 650/4.59 33 Fe, 22 Cr, 20 Ni, 18 Co, 3 Mo, 3 W, 1 Mn,
Bal. Ta, Si, Al, N, La, Zr
Stellite 6(3) R30006 500/3.55 55 Co, 29 Cr, 4.5 W, 3 Ni, 3 Fe, 1.5 Si, 1.5 Mo,
1.1 C, 1 Mn
353 MA S35315 400/2.86 35 Ni, 25 Cr, 1.5 Mn, 1.5 Si, Bal Fe, (+Ce)
253 MA S30815 400/2.86 21 Cr, 11 Ni, 1.8 Si, 0.6 Mn, Bal Fe, (+Ce)
Ni Aluminide — 400/2.86 80 Ni, 8 Al, 8 Cr, 2 Zr, 1 Mo
IC 221M
HR 160 N12160 300/2.17 36 Ni, 30 Co, 28 Cr, 3 Si, 3 Fe
Incoloys(4)
800 N08800 300/2.17 33 Ni, 21 Cr, 1.5 Mn, 1 Si, 0.75Cr, 0.4 Ti, Bal Fe
800H N08810 300/2.17 33 Ni, 21 Cr, 1.5 Mn, 1 Si, 0.75Cr, 0.4 Ti, Bal Fe
800HT N08811 300/2.17 33 Ni, 21 Cr, 1.5 Mn, 1 Si, 0.75Cr, 0.4 Ti, Bal Fe
Nitronic 50 S20910 300/2.17 20.9 Cr, 12.4 Ni, 5.5 Mn, 2.24 Mo, 0.77 Si,
0.29 Nb, 0.27 Cu, 0.21 V, 0.31 N, 0.07 Co,
0.02 C, Bal. Fe

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Max. System
Pressure for which
Velocity Limitations
UNS are Exempted Major Alloying Elements
Alloy Number PSIG/MPa (%)(1)
X3 Ni Cr Mo 13-4 S41500 250/1.83 13 Cr, 4.5 Ni, 1 Mo, 1 Si, Bal. Fe
(A182- F6NM)
Nicrofer S6025 N06025 200/1.48 63 Ni, 25 Cr, 9.5 Fe, 2 Al, 0.3 (Ti, Y, Zr), 0.2 C
(602CA)
153 MA S30415 200/1.48 19 Cr, 9 Ni, 1.2 Si, Bal Fe
321 SS S32100 200/1.48 18 Cr, 11 Ni, Bal Fe (+Ti)
347 SS S34700 200/1.48 18 Cr, 11 Ni, Bal Fe, (+Cb,Ta)
Inconel 725 N07725 100/0.79 57 Ni, 21 Cr, 9 Fe, 8 Mo, 3.5 Nb, 1.5 Ti
Notes: 1) Nominal composition in Weight % - May not add up to 100% in all cases.
2) Minimum 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) thickness is waived for Inconel 600.
3) Minimum 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) thickness is waived for Stellite (Stoody) 6.
4) Also applies to surface alonized, 10 mils maximum.

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TABLE 1C

Cast Alloys and Maximum Pressure Limits

Exempt from Velocity Limitation for Oxygen Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature - Variable Thickness and 99.7+% O2

Max. System Pressure

for which Velocity
Limitations are Nominal Composition,
UNS Exempted Minimum Major Alloying Elements
Alloy(1) Number PSIG/MPa Thickness (%)(2)
350/2.51 0.125” (3.18 mm)
CG8M J93000 500/3.55 0.250” (6.35 mm) 19.5 Cr, 11.0 Ni, 3.5 Mo, Bal. Fe
850/5.96 0.375” (9.53 mm)
450/3.20 0.125” (3.18 mm)
CN7M N08007 650/4.58 0.250” (6.35 mm) 20.3 Cr, 32.5 Ni, 2.0 Mo, Bal. Fe
1100/7.69 0.375” (9.53 mm)
CA6NM J91540 400/2.86 0.125” (3.18 mm) 12 Cr, 4 Ni, 1 Mn, Bal. Fe
CW2M N26455 2000/13.9 0.125” (3.18 mm) 65 Ni, 16 Cr, 16 Mo, 2 Fe, 1 Mn
M-35-1 N24135 5000/34.6 Note 3 64 Ni, 29.5 Cu, 3.5 Fe, 1.2 Si,
1 Mn, 0.5 Nb, 0.3 C
M-35-2 N04020 5000/34.6 Note 3 62.3 Ni, 29.5 Cu, 3.5 Fe, 2 Si,
1.5 Mn, 0.5 Nb, 0.3 C
Notes: 1) These alloys are cast analogs of wrought materials as follows – CG8M/317 SS,
CN7M/Carpenter 20Cb-3, CA6NM/Martensitic SS, CW2M/Hastelloy C-4, M-35-1 & M-
35-2/Monel.
2) Nominal composition in weight % - May not add up to 100% in all cases.
3) No thickness restrictions; however, extremely thin thicknesses may affect flammability
characteristics and may be a significant design consideration.

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TABLE 1D

Hard Facing Alloys, Weld Fillers and Maximum Pressure Limits

Exempt from Velocity Limitation for Oxygen Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
400°F (205°F) Maximum Allowable Temperature - Thickness 0.125 Inch (3.18 mm) Minimum

Max. System
Pressure for which
Velocity Limitations
UNS are Exempted
Alloy Number PSIG/MPa
Inco 141 W82141 5000/34.6
Inco A W86133 1500/10.4
Inco 82 N06082 1000/7.0
Inconel 117 W86117 1400/9.75
Inconel 617 N06617 900/6.31
Incoloy 65 N08065 900/6.31
Colmonoy 6 W89606 1500/10.4
Ultimet R31233 1500/10.4
Hastelloy W W80004 900/6.31
Stellite 6B R30016 1000/7.0
Stellite (Stoody) 6* R30006 500/3.55
*Minimum 0.125 inch (3.18 mm) thickness is waived for Stellite (Stoody) 6.

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TABLE 2

Materials Which are Exempt from Velocity Limitations

for High-Purity Oxygen Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-37,
400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature - Thickness 0.125 Inch (3.18 mm) Minimum
Except Where Noted (see notes below)

UNS Maximum System Pressure for which Velocity

Alloy Number Limitations are Exempted(1) PSIG/MPa
CW2M N26455 3000/20.8
Hastelloy C-4 N06455 2000/13.9
Hastelloy C-22 N06022 1750/12.2
(1)
Hastelloy C-276 N10276 1500/10.4
Hastelloy G-3 N06985 1250/8.72
Hastelloy X N06002 1000/7.0
Hastelloy G-30 N06030 500/3.55
Inconel 625 N06625 1500/10.4
Inconel 600(2) N06600 1000/7.0
Incoloy 825 N08825 1000/7.0
Ultimet R31233 1750/12.2
MP 35N R30035 1000/7.0
904L Stainless Steel N08904 500/3.55
Carpenter 20 Cb-3 N08020 500/3.55
AL6XN Stainless Steel N08367 400/2.86
(3)
316 Stainless Steel S31600 350/2.51
(3)
316L Stainless Steel S31603 350/2.51
304 Stainless Steel S30400 250/1.83
304L Stainless Steel S30403 250/1.83
Notes: 1) Minimum thickness requirement for Hastelloy C-276 is waived up to a
maximum pressure of 500 PSIG (3.55 MPa). Above that pressure, minimum
thickness requirement pertains.
2) Minimum thickness requirement for Inconel 600 is waived up to a maximum
pressure of 1000 PSIG (7.0 MPa). Above that pressure, minimum thickness
requirement pertains.
3) Minimum thickness requirement for “electropolished” 316/316L stainless
steel systems waived up to a maximum pressure of 350 PSIG (2.51 MPa).
Cleanliness of components to Praxair Standard GS-37 must be verified and
maintained once system is in operation.

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FIGURE 1

Maximum Allowable Velocities of Gaseous Oxygen

in Aluminum, Aluminum-Bronze, Carbon Steel, Cast Iron, Stainless Steel
and Other Alloy Components (including pressure and nonpressure vessels)

PRESSURE, MPa
0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0
200 60

175
50

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE VELOCITY,(1) m/s

150 150°F(66°C)
MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE VELOCITY,(1) ft/s

200°F(93°C) MAXIMUM
250°F(121°C) ALLOWABLE 40
300°F(149°C) TEMPERATURE(2)
125
350°F(177°C)
400°F(205°C)

100 30

75
20

50

10
25

0 0
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1,000

PRESSURE, psig

NOTES:
(1) The maximum allowable velocity at impingement points is one-half the curve values.

(2) The maximum allowable temperature of some materials (e.g. aluminum alloys) may be
limited by other considerations. Consult the applicable codes and/or Materials Engineering.

(3) The maximum allowable velocity is 200 ft/s (61 m/s).

01017-01.wmf

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FIGURE 2
Maximum Allowable Velocities of Gaseous Oxygen
in Aluminum, Aluminum-Bronze, Carbon Steel, Cast Iron, Stainless Steel,
and Other Alloy Piping and Piping Components (including pressure and nonpressure vessel)
at Pressures Between 1000 PSIG (7.0 MPa) and 5000 PSIG (34.6 MPa)

PRESSURE, MPa

0 7 14 21 28 35 42
35
10.0

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE VELOCITY,(1) m/s

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE VELOCITY,(1) ft/s

30 150°F(6
6°C) wit
h 10 0 m
icron filt
200°F(93°C) er
8.0
25 150
°F(6
250°F(121°C) 6°C
)
20 6.0
300°F(149°C)

350°F(177°C)
15
4.0
400°F(205°C) Without
10 Filter

2.0
5

0 0.0
0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000

PRESSURE, psig
01017-02.wmf

NOTES: 1. The maximum allowable velocity at impingement points is one-half the curve values.
2. The maximum allowable temperature of some materials (e.g., aluminum alloys) may be limited
by other considerations.
English VMAX (with 100 micron filter) = 30.0 - 0.00125 (P-1000)
Units VMAX (without filter) = 45.9 - 0.0051 P - 0.081 T + 0.000009 PxT

Where: T = Temperature, °F (150 to 400°F)

VMAX = Maximum allowable velocity, ft/s
P = Pressure, PSIG (1000 to 5000 PSIG range)
Metric VMAX (with 100 micron filter) = 9.53 - 0.055 (P-7)
Units VMAX (without filter) = 13.20 - 0.213P - 0.044T + 0.00072 PxT, m/s

Where: T = Temperature (66 to 205°C)

VMAX = Maximum allowable velocity, m/s
P = Pressure, 7.0 to 34.6 MPa
Example: For a pressure of 14 MPa and temperature of 205°C
VMAX (without filter) = 13.20 –0.213(14) –0.044 (205) + 0.00072(14x205)
= 3.264 m/s

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FIGURE 3

Material Velocity Exemption Curves for Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
0.125 Inch (3.18 mm) Minimum Thickness and 400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature,
Carbon Steel and Inconel 718 Alloys

CONVERSION

PSIG MPa
40 0.38
300 2.17
500 3.55
2000 13.9

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FIGURE 4

Material Velocity Exemption Curves for Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
0.125 Inch (3.18 mm) Minimum Thickness and 400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature,
Aluminum, Aluminum Bronze and Incoloy 825 Alloys

PRESSURE (PSIG)

0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000
99.7+
150 PSIG

900 PSIG
INCOLOY 825
90

80
Non-Exempt Zone
400 PSIG
OXYGEN, MOLE PERCENT

1,750 PSIG
70

3,000 PSIG
900 PSIG
60
400 PSIG

ALUMINUM
50

2,500 PSIG
ALUMINUM BRONZE
40

30
Exempt Zone END OF ALUMINUM CURVE
20

10

0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 20 30 40

PRESSURE (MPa)
98004-05.wmf

CONVERSION

PSIG MPa
150 1.14
400 2.86
900 6.31
1750 12.2
2500 17.3
3000 20.8

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FIGURE 5

Maximum Velocity Exemption Curves for Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
0.125 Inch (3.18 mm) Minimum Thickness and 400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature,
304/304L Stainless Steel, Carpenter 20Cb-3, Hastelloy G-3 Alloys

PRESSURE (PSIG)

0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000
99.7+

1,150 PSIG
175 PSIG

400 PSIG
(3.18mm)

600 PSIG

750 PSIG
@ 0.125"

(6.35mm)

(9.53mm)
@ 0.375"
@ 0.25"
90

1,500 PSIG
80 650 PSIG
Non-Exempt Zone

2,750 PSIG 3,000 PSIG

OXYGEN, MOLE PERCENT

304/304L SS
70

900 PSIG
CARPENTER 20Cb-3

1,250 PSIG
HASTELLOY G-3
60

1,000 PSIG
50

2,000 PSIG
40

30
Exempt Zone
20

10

0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 20 30 40

PRESSURE (MPa)
98004-01.wmf

CONVERSION

PSIG MPa PSIG MPa

175 1.31 1150 8.03
400 2.86 1250 8.72
600 4.24 1500 10.4
650 4.58 2000 13.9
750 5.27 2750 19.1
900 6.31 3000 20.8
1000 7.0

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FIGURE 6

Material Velocity Exemption Curves for Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38, 0.125 Inch
(3.18 mm) Minimum Thickness and 400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature,
Gray Cast Iron, Ductile Cast Iron, Ni Resist Type 2, CA6NM Alloy, Ni Resist Type D2,
Inconel 625 and Haynes 25

CONVERSION

PSIG MPa
25 0.27
50 0.45
300 2.17
400 2.86
1250 8.72
1750 12.2
2750 19.1
3750 26.0

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FIGURE 7

Material Velocity Exemption Curves for Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
0.125 Inch (3.18 mm) Minimum Thickness and 400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature,
CF3, CF8, Cast Austenitic Stainless Steels at Thickness of 0.125 Inch (3.18 mm), 0.250 Inch (6.35
mm), and 0.375 Inch (9.53 mm)

PRESSURE (PSIG)

0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000
99.7+
350 PSIG
(3.18mm)

400 PSIG

550 PSIG
(6.35mm)

(9.53mm)
@0.125"

@ 0.375"
@ 0.25"

90

80
Non-Exempt Zone
650 PSIG
OXYGEN, MOLE PERCENT

CF3, CF8
70

60 900 PSIG

1,500 PSIG
50

2,250 PSIG
40

CF3, CF8
30
Exempt Zone
20

10

0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 20 30 40

PRESSURE (MPa)
98004-02.wmf

CONVERSION

PSIG MPa
350 2.51
400 2.86
550 3.89
650 4.58
900 6.31
1,500 10.4
2,250 15.6

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FIGURE 8

Material Velocity Exemption Curves for Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
0.125 Inch (3.18 mm) Minimum Thickness and 400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature,
17-4PH (H 1150) Stainless Steel, Hastelloy C-276 and Hastelloy X Alloys

CONVERSION

PSIG MPa
400 2.86
900 6.31
1000 7.0
1400 9.8
1500 10.4
2000 13.9

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FIGURE 9

Material Velocity Exemption Curves for Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
0.125 Inch (3.18 mm) Minimum Thickness and 400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature,
Hastelloy C-22 and Hastelloy G-30 Alloys

CONVERSION

PSIG MPa
400 2.86
750 5.27
1500 10.4
1650 11.5
3000 20.8

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FIGURE 10

Material Velocity Exemption Curves for Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
0.125 Inch (3.18 mm) Minimum Thickness and 400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature,
410 Stainless Steel, 904L Stainless Steel and Titanium Alloy Nb-55Ti

CONVERSION

PSIG MPa
20 0.24
75 0.62
200 1.48
300 2.17
400 2.86
650 4.58
900 6.31
1400 9.8
2900 20.1

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FIGURE 11

Material Velocity Exemption Curve for Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
0.125 Inch (3.18 mm) Minimum Thickness and 400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature,
430 Stainless Steel and Commercially Pure (CP) Titanium

CONVERSION

PSIG MPa
20 0.24
75 0.62
300 2.17
400 2.86
650 4.58
900 6.31
2900 20.1

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FIGURE 12

Material Velocity Exemption Curve for Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
0.125 Inch (3.18 mm) Minimum Thickness and 400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature,
AL6XN and INCO A

PRESSURE (PSIG)

0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000
99.7+

NON EXEMPT ZONE

90

80

INCO A
70
AL-6XN

60 EXEMPT ZONE

50

40
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 20 30 40
PRESSURE (MPa)

CONVERSION

PSIG MPa
350 2.51
650 4.58
1250 8.72
1500 10.4

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FIGURE 13

Material Velocity Exemption Curves for Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
0.125 Inch (3.18 mm) Minimum Thickness and 400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature
316/316L Stainless Steel at Thickness of 0.125 Inch (3.18 mm), 0.250 Inch (6.35 mm),
and 0.375 Inch (9.53 mm)

PRESSURE (PSIG)

0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000
99.7+
600 PSIG

(6.35mm)
300 PSIG

(3.18mm)
@0.125"

1000 PSIG
@ 0.25"

(9.35mm)
@ 0.375"
90

80 650 PSIG Non-Exempt Zone

OXYGEN, MOLE PERCENT

70

900 PSIG
60

1,250 PSIG
50

2,000 PSIG
40

30
Exempt Zone
20

10

0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 20 30 40

PRESSURE (MPa)
98004-03

CONVERSION

PSIG MPa
300 2.17
600 4.24
650 4.58
900 6.31
1000 7.00
1250 8.72
2000 13.9

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FIGURE 14

Material Velocity Exemption Curves for Systems Cleaned to Praxair Standard GS-38,
400°F (205°C) Maximum Allowable Temperature,
CF3M and CF8M Cast Austenitic Stainless Steels

PRESSURE (PSIG)

0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000
99.7+
400 PSIG

550 PSIG

720 PSIG
(3.18mm)

(6.35mm)

(9.53mm)
@ 0.125"

@ 0.375"
@ 0.25"
90

80
Non-Exempt Zone
650 PSIG
OXYGEN, MOLE PERCENT

CF3M, CF8M
70

900 PSIG
60

1,500 PSIG
50

2,250 PSIG
40

CF3M, CF8M
30
Exempt Zone
20

10

0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 20 30 40

PRESSURE (MPa)
98004-04

CONVERSION

PSIG MPa
400 2.86
550 3.89
650 4.58
720 5.07
900 6.31
1500 10.4
2250 15.6

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