2019 Section I Changes

Summary of Changes and Explanations for the 2019 Edition
of ASME Section I
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SUMMARY OF CHANGES TO
THE 2019 EDITION
SECTION I
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ASME CODE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page(s)
Executive Summary.…………….…………………………………………………… 3
List of Changes.………………….…………………………………………………… 4–8
Preamble ……………………………………………………………………….…….. 9
Part PG – General Requirements for All Methods of Construction….……………. 9 – 32
Part PW – Requirements for Boilers Fabricated by Welding…...…………………. 33 – 41
Part PL – Requirements for Locomotive Boilers…..……………………………….. 42 – 43
Part PFT – Requirements for Firetube Boilers……………………………………... 44 – 45
Part PFH – Optional Requirements for Feedwater Heater….……………………... 46
Part PMB – Requirements for Miniature Boilers….……………………………….. 47
Part PEB – Requirements for Electric Boilers….…………………………………... 48
Part PVG – Requirements for Organic Fluid Vaporizers………………………….. 49
Part PTFH – Requirements for Liquid Phase Thermal Fluid Heaters….………… 50
Mandatory Appendices
Appendix II…………..…..………………………………………………………... 51
Appendix VI…………..…..……………………………………………………….. 51
Appendix VII…………..…..……………………………………………………… 51
Nonmandatory Appendices
Appendix A…………..…..………………………………………………………... 52 – 54
Appendix C…………..…..……………………….……………………………...... 55 – 56
Appendix E…………..…..……………………….………………………………... 57
Appendix F…………..…..……………………….………………………………... 57
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The 2019 edition of ASME Section I was issued on July 1, 2019 and it will become mandatory on January
1st of 2020. It is our opinion that there are some important changes in this edition of ASME Section I:
(1) PG-20 is expanded to include the controls for the cold bending or forming of carbon and carbon-
molybdenum steels. This is a significant change, considering some Boiler Manufacturers had been
experiencing the failure problems or near catastrophic abrupt failures in the extrados of cold bends
made of these materials since the early 1970’s and yet, there was no rules in the body of the Code to
provide guidance on or to inform the users who were not aware of this issues.
(2) Clarification has been made in the designs of ligaments in PG-52 and PG-53. They were revised to
clear up the confusion that most designers had when designing the ligaments.
(3) PG-58 is revised and re-organized in its entirety to make requirements cleared for single Boiler
installation and for isolable or separately fired Superheaters and also provides guidance when the prime
mover supplier also supplies a stop valve with throttle valve.
(4) PG-68.6 is revised to allow additional types of connection for Power-operated Relief Valves, such as
clamping types that have been successfully operating without failures over the years. It is now allowed
to be used for inlet connections provided PG-11 and PG-71.2 requirements are met. This paragraph
had not had any change since 1983 Edition.
(5) As part of modernization of ASME Section I in 2019 Edition, alternative marking methods are now
permitted for the stamping and marking requirements in PG-106, which references to the new
Mandatory Appendix VII for the control of these alternative marking methods.
(6) As part of the revision of PG-113.4, Form P-4A is now required to be retained by the Piping Fabricator
for a minimum of 5 years. This established retention period is also consistent with the Master Data
Report retention requirement in PG-113.3.
(7) There are some important changes in PW-38. PW-38 has been revised in its entirety to include the
preheating requirements from the now deleted Nonmandatory Appendix A, A-100. This inclusion has
made the preheating a mandatory requirement for welding and thermal cutting. As the result of the
integration of A-100, a new Table PW-38-1 was created based on the preheat requirements in the A-
100. In addition, the changes also introduced new rules on inter-pass temperature and interruption of
welding and preheat.
(8) The requirement for having two in-line stop valves in PTFH-9.3 is now revised to have only a gate,
globe, or needle valves and either a cap or plug as it is unnecessary for a closed loop liquid phase
system where draining or blow down a thermal fluid system is not on regular basis as part of any
maintenance program. This revision is also consistent with NBIC Part 1 and NFPA-87 standard.
(9) Nonmandatory Appendix C is heavily revised on the method of heat treatment control. The ASME
Section I Code Committees have went back to review the principal concepts behind formulas and
controls in this Appendix and re-worked this Appendix to use a different approach employing a simpler
but more accurate method of heat treatment control as it is now described in this Appendix.
(10)There is a new Nonmandatory Appendix F, which provides the best practices and enhanced safety
of dissimilar metal welds between CSEF and Austenitic Stainless Steels.
To make it easier for user to read this Synopsis, please note that all the important changes are in BOLD
and denoted with an asterisk (*) on the “List of Changes” and in each individual changes.
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LIST OF CHANGES
Page Location Record Number Brief Description

9 Preamble 17-2800 Changed words “water gages” with “gage glasses”.
9 PG-4 16-1100 Revised to ensure proper use of the unit of measurements.
10 Table PG-4-1 16-1100 Added a table that was originally from Mandatory Appendix II.
10 *PG-20 14-1670 Revised to include cold forming rules for carbon and carbon-
molybdenum materials. Added reference to PG-20-1.2 in PG-90.1.12.
10 Table PG-26 18-2988 Revised the weld strength reduction factors in this Table.
10 PG-27.1 15-1786 Removed reference to “PG-27.2.3”.
11 PG-27.2.1 17-1582 Revised to include the scope/applicability of tubing.
11 PG-27.2.3 15-1786 Deleted.
12 PG-29.8 16-2481 Revised to refer to similar requirements in PG-81.
12 Figure PG-31 17-1519 Added Note (4) from Endnote 9.
12 PG-31.4 16-1932, 16-2975, Some editorial changes; Corrected equation; Add requirements for
17-1519, 17-3265 illustrations (i-1) and (i-2); Make a reference to PW-17.
13 PG-32.2.2 16-2482 Correct the reference to the correct paragraph.
13 PG-32.3.3 16-2482 Correct the reference to the correct paragraph.
13 Figure PG-33.3 17-2348 Correct error in X-axis title; Added a sketch to clarify the application.
13 PG-38.1 18-696 Revised to clarify the intent of this paragraph.
14 Figure PG-42.1 18-1092 Updated the use of “tnom” per B16.25-2017.
14 PG-42.4.12 17-1239 New subparagraph to address the use of clamp connections.
14 PG-43 17-2857 Added words “or head” in PG-43(a).
15 PG-47.1 17-1581 Revised to require telltales on both ends of staybolts. Except if used on
locomotive boilers, full penetration welded staybolts do not require
telltales. Also, to include Firetube Boilers.
15 PG-49.1 17-2784 Removed sentence limiting staybolt stress to 7,500 psi in steam
locomotive boilers. This information is now in PL-7.2.
15 *PG-52.1 16-1205, 18-2039 Replaced the last sentence in the last paragraph; Added new terms “S”
and “θ” for Figure PG-52.6.
16 *PG-52.2.2 16-1205 Inserted term “definite repeating pattern”.
16 *PG-52.4 16-1205 Defined ligaments as having repeating pattern both longitudinally and
circumferentially or longitudinally only.
16 *PG-52.5 16-1205 Revised to clarify which figure to sue in calculating the equivalent
longitudinal ligament efficiency.
16 Figure PG-52.6 16-1205 Re-designated Figure PG-53.3 as this figure.
17 *PG-53 16-1205 Deleted existing text in PG-53.2 and relocated second sentence in PG-
53.1 to PG-53.2; Defined the measurement in PG-53.2.1 and PG-53.2.2
in terms of less than or equal to clarify how it is measured; Deleted PG-
53.3.
17 Figure PG-53.2.2-1 16-1205 Added for the new example problem in PG-53.2.
18 PG-58 17-311, 17-440, 17- Revised in its entirety; Revised PG-58.3.1 to clarify the BEP limitation
2461, 18-1770 for single boiler-prime mover installations when the required stop valve
is omitted; Eliminated the required globe valve for any boiler arranged
as shown in Figure PG-58.2.1(b), illustration (2); Combined PG-58.1
and PG-58.1.1 to ensure that all BEP whether welded or mechanically
assembled are documented as required.
18 Figure PG-58.2-1 17-440 Updated reference for clarity.
Please note: * Means a major revision
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19 Figure PG-58.2-2 17-440, 17-2446 (1) Former Figure PG-58.3.1(b) re-designated and updated reference; (2)
Drain line in illustration (2) corrected by errata as 2 check valves.
20 Figure PG-58.2-6 18-1561 Added figure for guidance on Code jurisdictional limits for Firetube
Boilers.
20 PG-59.3.2 18-1050 Revised to clarify that the maximum size limit of NPS 21/2 apply to
surface blowoff connections when they are provided.
20 PG-59.3.3 17-440 Updated reference for clarity.
21 PG-59.3.5 18-1050 Revised to clarify that the size requirements for blowoff connections
apply to bottom blowoff connections and added a reference to the size
exceptions provided in Part PEB.
21 PG-59.4.1.2 17-440 Updated reference for clarity.
22 PG-60.1 15-276 Revised to clarify that the level gage shall cover the full operating range.
22 PG-60.1.2 17-3071 Revised to address position status on water level indicator shutoff valves.
23 PG-67.1 17-2963 Revised to break the first sentence into three sentences.
23 PG-67.2 17-2963 Revised to include PL-54 in the exemptions and clarify that the
requirement applies to the combined relieving capacity when multiple
pressure relieving valves are provided.
23 Figure PG-67.4 16-3103 Corrected the reference in the figure.
24 PG-68.1 17-440 Updated reference for clarity.
24 *PG-68.6 16-2844 Revised rules for inlet connections for power operated relief valves.
25 PG-69.1 16-1016 Revised to add explanatory Note.
25 PG-69.1.2 14-1577 Revised to add the reference to ASME CA-1 to cover Testing and
Authorized Observers.
25 PG-69.2 16-1347 Added back the previously omitted words in error.
25 PG-69.2.3 17-1991 Correct an errata by adding the missing words “+ 14.7psi”.
26 PG-69.2.4 14-241 Added as the new subparagraph for incorporating Code Case 2397.
27 PG-73.2.11 16-2844 Added a new second sentence in the second paragraph.
27 PG-73.4.3 14-241, 17-2678 Revised in its entirety; Replaced “ASME-accepted” to “ASME-
accredited”; Renumbered subparagraphs (a) through (d); Added a new
subparagraph (b).
27 PG-73.4.4 16-1016 Deleted existing Note.
28 PG-90.1.12 14-1670 Added a new reference.
28 PG-99.4.2 18-1185 Revised to clarify requirements of dial test gages during hydrotest.
28 PG-104.1 17-2460 Corrected a reference in Note (2).
29 *PG-106.1 16-2247 Added a last sentence.
29 *PG-106.4 16-2247 Added a last sentence.
29 PG-106.4.1 16-2247 Revised subparagraph (f).
30 PG-106.12.2 17-440 Updated the reference in the first sentence.
30 PG-106.12.3 17-440 Updated the reference in the first sentence.
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30 PG-109.1 17-2460 Corrected the reference in the last sentence.
30 PG-109.3 17-2460 Corrected the reference in subparagraph (a).
31 PG-109.4 17-2460 Corrected the reference in the last sentence.
31 PG-112.2.2 17-2669 Deleted a sentence from subparagraphs (b)(2).
31 PG-112.2.4 17-2669 Deleted a sentence from subparagraphs (b)(2).
32 PG-112.2.5 17-2464 Added a new sentence to the end of the paragraph.
32 PG-112.2.9 17-2669 Deleted a sentence from subparagraphs (a) and (b).
32 *PG-113.4 18-2028 Added a new last sentence for retention requirements of Form P-4A.
33 PW-5.4 17-1678 Revised the references “AWS” and “EN” in the first sentence.
33 PW-15.1 17-1708 Deleted “arc or gas” from the first sentence.
33 PW-16.6 16-2975 Revised to the usage of “nor” for clarity.
34 PW-17 16-1932 Revised to make reference to PW-17 for forged head and provided
additional rules on the material and dimensions.
34 Figure PW-17-1 16-1932 Added two new General Notes (a) and (b).
35 *PW-38 16-2642 Revised in its entirety to incorporate the former Nonmandatory
Appendix A, A-100, to add rules for area preheat shall be established
over, and to add rules to address interruptions in welding and
requirements for inter-pass temperature.
35 Table PW-38-1 16-2642 Added this new table, which is a tabulation of requirements in the former
Nonmandatory Appendix A, A-100.
35 PW-39.2 17-1918 Added a second paragraph to clarify that the exemptions contained
within the General Notes of the PW-39 tables are applicable only to
materials of their respective P-No. grouping.
36 Table PW-39-1 17-3274 Revised General Note (a) and added new (b)(2) and changed CE
equation to remove silicone; Removed CE requirement from P-No. 1
Group 1 requirements; Changed thickness exemption from ¾” to 1”.
37 Table PW-39-3 17-2811 Added the word “required” to “minimum wall thickness”.
38 Table PW-39-5 17-1678, 17-2811 Added the word “required” to “minimum wall thickness”; Revised the
references “AWS” and “EN”.
39 PW-39.3 17-1912 Revised the first sentence to change “shall” to a recommendation.
40 PW-40.2 1-293 Revised PW-40.2(c) and added a new subparagraph PW-40.2(e).
40 PW-41.2 17-1708 Deleted “arc or gas” from the first sentence.
40 PW-50.1 17-2258 Updated the Endnote reference to the word “SNT-TC-1A”.
41 PW-53.1 16-2487 Revised subparagraphs (a) and (b).
41 PW-53.2 17-959, 18-1258 Added two new paragraphs; Integrated Endnote 26 into the paragraph.
42 Figure PL-2.2-1 17-2800 Changed words “water gage glass(es)” with “gage glasses”.
42 Figure PL-2.2-2 17-2800 Changed words “water gage glass(es)” with “gage glasses”.
42 PL-30.3 17-3077 Added paragraph to clarify that for locomotive boilers with staybolt
stress limited to 7,500 psi, the 1.10 multiplication factor is not required.
42 PL-42 17-2800 Changed words “water gage glasses” and “water glasses” with “gage
glasses” in the paragraph and subparagraphs.
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43 PL-54.2 17-2071 Added bottom guided locomotive safety valve inlet size requirements in
PL-54.2(e).
44 Figure PFT-12.1 16-2975 Revised to the usage of “nor” for clarity.
44 PFT-12.2.1.1 16-2975 Revised to the usage of “nor” for clarity.
44 PFT-12.2.1.2 16-2975 Revised to the usage of “nor” for clarity.
44 PFT-27.6 17-760 Corrected a reference in the first sentence.
45 PFT-40 17-1708 Deleted “arc or gas” from the first sentence.
45 PFT-47.2 16-2975 Revised to the usage of “nor” for clarity.
46 PFH-1 17-440 Updated reference in the second sentence.
46 PFH-1.1.1 18-428 Added to permit exemption from PWHT if the vessel meets the PWHT
exemption requirements in both Section I and Section VIII, Division 1.
47 PMB-13 17-2800 Revised the Title and PMB-13.1 to replace the words “Water Gages” and
“water gage glass(es)” with “Gage glasses”.
48 PEB-3.1.1 18-428 Added to permit exemption from PWHT if the vessel meets the PWHT
exemption requirements in both Section I and Section VIII, Division 1.
49 PEB-12 18-1050 Revised title to clarify that rules apply to only bottom blowoff
connections.
50 PVG-12.2 17-1895 Updated to replace “shall” with “should” and added a note regarding
manufacturer's recommendations.
50 PVG-12.3.4 18-242 Editorial change to add a colon at the end of the sentence.
50 *PTFH-9.3 17-2514 Remove the requirements for double drain and vent valves; Specify that
the valve shall be a gate, globe, or needle valve with cap.
50 PTFH-12.5 17-2513 Revised to require certain information in “Remarks” section of MDR.
51 Mandatory 16-1100 Deleted. The Table II-1 is now relocated to PG-4 as Table PG-4.
Appendix II
51 Mandatory 17-286 Revised to state that pressure relief valves are to be manufactured and
Appendix VI, VI-8 assembled in accordance with the Code rules in effect.
51 *Mandatory 16-2247 Added this new Mandatory Appendix for alternative methods for
Appendix VII marking and stamping.
52 Nonmandatory 17-2800 Changed words “water gages” with “gage glasses”.
Appendix A, A-18
52 Nonmandatory 16-2642 Deleted.
Appendix A, A-100
52 *Nonmandatory 14-1577 Revised to add references to ASME CA-1 and PTC 25.
Appendix A, A-311
Appendix A, A-312
Appendix A, A-313
Appendix A, A-314
Appendix A, A-315
Appendix A, A-316
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53 Nonmandatory 18-1092, 18-1093, Updated editions of the listed standards; Revised notes and renumbered
Appendix A, 18-2120 the notes.
Table A-360
Appendix A,
Table A-370
Appendix A,
Figure A-370
54 Nonmandatory 16-1100 Corrected references.
Appendix A,
Table A-391
55 *Nonmandatory 15-2589 Comprehensive revised. Mainly added new rules for controlling the
Appendix C through wall temperature gradient by using an increased soak band
width, for calculating the width of the heated band based on soak band
width and component thickness, and for calculating the width of the
gradient control band based on heated band width and component
thickness; Revised to clarify when continuous temperature monitoring is
required; Revised to remove Type E thermocouples from the list;
Deleted all the methodology for attachment of thermocouples; Revised
to provide more leniency in controlling gaps between heaters, now based
on thickness; Added metric units in Table C-6.3.2-1.
57 Nonmandatory 17-2662 Deleted the reference to “Section V, Article 1, Mandatory Appendix II,
Appendix E, II-124.3”
E-6
57 *Nonmandatory 16-1931 Added this new Nonmandatory Appendix F - “Design Guideline for
Appendix F Dissimilar Metal Welds between CSEF and Austenitic Stainless
Steels”
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PREAMBLE
Page Location Change (Record Number)

xlix Preamble 17-2800
Replaced the words “water gages” with the words “gage glasses” in the last sentence of the seventh
paragraph.
Explanation
Globally change the words “water gage(s)” with “gage glass(es)” in Section I.
PART PG – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION

1 PG-4 16-1100
(1) Revised the Title of “PG-4” with “UNITS OF MEASURE”.

(2) Re-numbered all the “PG-4” paragraphs with letters.
(3) Replaced the word “e.g.” with “related to” and deleted the word “design,” in the first paragraph (now
subparagraph “P-4(a)”).
(4) Replaced the words “In general, it is expected that a” with “A” and replaced “unfeasible or impractical”
with “otherwise permitted by this Section.” in the first sentence of the second paragraph (now
subparagraph “P-4(b)”).
(5) Added “subject to the limitations given in (c).” after “of that component” in the second sentence of
the second paragraph (now subparagraph “P-4(b)”).
(6) Added a second sentence: “Calculations using any material data published in this Section or
Section II, Part D (e.g., allowable stresses, physical properties, external pressure design factor
B, etc.) shall be carried out in one of the standard units in Table PG-4-1.” in the third paragraph
(now “P-4(c)”).
(7) Added the words “or any other calculations carried out in either U.S. Customary or SI units” To
the last sentence between “The result obtained from execution of these equations…may be converted
to other units.”
(8) Renumbered subparagraphs “(a)” and “(b)” in the fourth paragraph of “PG-4” to subparagraphs “PG-
4(d)(1)” and “PG-4(d)(2)”.
Explanation
To ensure the proper use of the unit of measurement in Section I calculations, this revision will advise users
not to convert from either the US customary or SI allowable stress tables in Section II Part D to derive a
value in some of the local unit.
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PART PG (CONTINUED)

2 Table PG-4-1 16-1100
Added as a new table.
Explanation
This is the same table as the deleted Mandatory Appendix II, Table II-1 because of the changes in PG-4.

12 *PG-20 14-1670
Revised in its entirety. Added new subparagraphs “PG-20.1” and “PG-20.2”.
Explanation
Beginning in the early 1970's, cold bends in boiler circuits generally referred to as riser and supply tubes
and pipes were prone to premature and catastrophic failures in the extrados of cold bends. To take action
to avoid these failures, US boiler designers have developed a series of unique corrective actions that
alleviated failures when rigorously followed, but in the intervening years the rules had not been incorporated
into the body of the Code. In an attempt to rectify this and add rules for the uninitiated users, an effort was
undertaken to collect the latest corrective actions employed by the various US boiler manufacturers that
encompasses the range of fabrication and design conditions where failures had occurred, and develop a
set of rules that incorporates the necessary controls for cold bending or forming of tubes and pipe of carbon
and carbon-molybdenum materials used to transfer saturated and superheated steam in lines outside the
boundary of the boiler membrane walls of boilers, and external to the metal encased walls of HRSGs, or
other small boilers operating within specific temperature and pressures.

19 Table PG-26 18-2988
Changed the weld strength reduction factor value “NP” for C-MO at 850°F to “1.00” and the value “1.00” for
C-MO at 800°F to “…”
Explanation
This is an errata.
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18 PG-27.1 15-1786
Removed the reference to “PG-27.2.3” in the second sentence in the first paragraph.
Explanation
Removed the reference to PG-27.2.3 as it is now deleted. [See Also “PG-27.2.3”]

18 PG-27.2.1 17-1582
(1) Replaced the first paragraph with two paragraphs as follow:

“PG-27.2.1 Tubing — Up to and Including 5 in. (125 mm) Outside Diameter. The equations below
apply primarily to tubing used in applications such as boiler tubes, superheater and reheater
tubes, and economizer tubes in which groups of such tubular elements are arranged within
some enclosure for the purpose of transferring heat through the tubes. Pipe used in a tubing
application may be designed using the equations provided in this paragraph.
For plain tubes or bimetallic tubes when the strength of clad is not included,5 use the following
equations:”
(2) Replaced the sentence in the now second paragraph with the following:
“See PG-27.4.2, PG-27.4.4, PG-27.4.7 through PG-27.4.9.”
(3) Replaced the sentence in the now second paragraph with the following:
“See PG-27.4.4 and PG-27.4.7 through PG-27.4.10.”
Explanation
Revised to include the scope and applicability of tubing. Interpretations I-86-25 and I-83-47 refer to tubing
used in applications, such as Boiler tubes, Superheater and Reheater tubes, or Economizer tubes in which
groups of such tubular elements are arranged within some enclosure for the purpose of transferring heat
to or from the fluid within the tubes. It should be noted that P-22(a) of the 1962 Section I had similar wording,
but this wording was moved to PWT-10 in 1965 and the wording was removed in the 2006 Addenda. Also,
pipe is sometimes used as tubing and when this is done, pipe shall meet PG-27.2.1, so a reference that
pipe may be used as tubing was added to PG-27.2.1. Since pipe is noted in PG-27.2.1, the Note in PG-
27.4.7 is added to the notes references in PG-27.2.1. Since finned tubes shall meet PG-27.2.1 and it is not
a bare tube, therefore the wording "bare tube" is revised to "plain tube".
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21 PG-27.2.3 15-1786
Deleted this subparagraph.
Explanation
The equations in A-317 are based on the limit pressure of a cylindrical shell using the Tresca yield criterion.
When the temperature correction coefficient (y value) is less than or equal 0.5, the equations in A-317 result
in a lower minimum required thickness than PG-27.2.2. When the design temperature is below 705.4°F,
the y value is always equal to 0.4 and A-317 will result in a lower minimum required thickness. Per PG-
27.1, the user may already elect to use the equations provided in A-317 without restriction on wall thickness
or temperature. As a result, the temperature check in PG-27.2.3 which sends the user to A-317 for thick
walled cylinders is not needed.

26 PG-29.8 16-2481
Replaced the entire paragraph with this sentence:

“For heads made to an approximate ellipsoidal shape, the tolerance specified in PG-81 shall apply.”
Explanation
Revised to remove redundancy from the paragraph, i.e. tolerance requirements. Similar tolerance
requirements already existed in PG-81.

28 Figure PG-31 17-1519
Added note “(4)” in “Figure PG-31”.
Explanation
This is an editorial change to move the Endnote 9 to Figure PG-31 as the new note (4).
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29 PG-31.4 16-1932, 16-2975, 17-1519, 17-3265
(1) Deleted reference “9” to “Endnote 9”.

(2) Added a sentence “The forged head shall meet the requirements of PW-17” to the second, fifth, and
sixth paragraphs.
(3) Removed the sentence “The hub may be formed by machining a forged blank or it may be formed
by direct forging action. This illustration shall not be used with plate, bar or road.” from the sixth
paragraph.
(4) Replaced the word “nor” with “and not” after “seamless shell” in the ninth and eleventh paragraphs and
after “ratio P/S” in the last paragraph.
(5) Replaced the twelfth paragraph with two new paragraphs as the twelfth and thirteenth paragraphs.
(6) Changed the equation in the last paragraph from “P=5S/d (P = 125S/d)” to “P = S/5d (P = 5S/d).”
Explanation
(1) Deleted reference to Endnote 9 as Endnote 9 is now deleted.

(2) Clarify that the illustrations (a), (b-1), and (b-2) shall meet the requirements of now revised PW-17 as
they are forged heads.
(3) The removed sentences are now integrated into PW-17.
(4) To avoid confusion as some users misunderstood the word “nor.”
(5) Address requirements for each individual illustration (i-1) and (i-2).
(6) Errata. It was a publishing erratum due to metrification and now it’s corrected.

31 PG-32.2.2 16-2482
Replaced the words “shall be subjected to a proof hydrostatic test as prescribed in PG-18.” with “shall meet
the requirements of PG-16.1.”
Explanation
The correct reference should have been PG-16.1 instead of PG-18, which is limited to proof test.

32 PG-32.3.3 16-2482
Replaced the words “Appropriate proof testing may be advisable in extreme cases of large openings
approaching full vessel diameter, openings of unusual shape, etc.” with “In extreme cases of large
openings approaching full vessel diameter, openings of unusual shape, etc., the requirements of
PG-16.1 may be advisable.”
Explanation
The correct reference should have been PG-16.1 instead of PG-18, which is limited to proof test.
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36 Figure PG-33.3 17-2348
Replaced the word “With” with “of” in the “X-axis title” in “Figure PG-33”. Added a sketch to the Figure
depicting the angle theta “θ” used for determining the “F” factor.
Explanation
Correction to an error in the X-axis title. The addition of a sketch is to clarify the application of the figure.

36 PG-38.1 18-696
Changed the words “compensated in accordance with PG-33” with “in the plane connecting the centers
of the openings” in the first sentence.
Explanation
This change is to clarify the intent of this paragraph. The new Figure PG-38.1-1 shows the lines going
through the centers of the openings and the overlapping reinforcement area. The example problem in A-69
shows the use of PG-38. Also, Section VIII-1, UG-42(a) uses these same words.

41 Figure PG-42.1 18-1092
Updated the figure. Removed “tnom“ from the figure. Replaced the dimension “tnom” with “time the nominal
wall thickness” in General Note “(2)(b)” under this figure.
Explanation
Following the Figure 1 in B16.25-2017, the dimension “tnom“ is removed from Figure 1. The thickness
transition in the base metal on the right of the figure did not necessarily represent a transition from “tnom“ to
“tmin”, so it could represent a thickness transition from an area requiring greater thickness like in a wrought
tee. The nominal thickness was only used to determine the maximum thickness at the transition and the
text in the notes has been updated to address this.

42 PG-42.4.12 17-1239
This is a new subparagraph.
Explanation
Provide rules for the usage of clamped connections other than butt welded and flanged connections.
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42 PG-43 17-2857
Revised the words “seamless shell” to “seamless shell or head” in “PG-43(a)”.
Explanation
It was inadvertently omitted during the revision of Section I for 2017 Edition.

43 PG-47.1 17-1581
Replaced the words “The outside ends” with “Both ends” in the third sentence. Added the words “and
firetube” after the words “Staybolts used in waterlegs of watertube” in the seventh sentence. Added the
words “Except for locomotive boilers,” before “Telltale holes…” in the last sentence.
Explanation
PG-47.1 requires telltales only on the wrapper end of staybolts. PL requires telltales on both ends and the
FRA rules also require that when stays are replaced, they must have telltales on both ends or have a
through hole. This applies to stays 8" or less in length. While stays may be slightly more prone to break on
the wrapper side because the sheets may be thicker, experience has shown they will break almost as often
on the firebox end. Additionally, it seems more common for newer boilers to have the same thickness sheets
for the firebox and wrapper, whereas steam locomotives almost always had thinner fireboxes.
44 PG-49.1 17-2784
Removed “For steam locomotives only, the allowable stress shall be limited to 7500 psi (51.7 MPa)”
in the last sentence.
Explanation
The sentence was added prior to the creation of Part PL. The information is now contained in Part PL, PL-
7.2 and it is no longer necessary in PG.
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44 *PG-52.1 16-1205, 18-2039
(1) Deleted the last sentence: “The efficiency of the ligament between the tube holes shall be
determined as follows (see Figure PG-52.1)” in the first paragraph. Added the last paragraph: “The
efficiency of the ligament between the tubes holes shall be determined as indicated in PG-52.2
through PG-52.5 (see Figure PG-52.1).”
(2) Added terms “s” and “θ” in the second paragraph.
Explanation
(1) This revision is the result of an errata, which an error was made in 2017 edition that modified and
moved this paragraph to the first paragraph as the last sentence. It is now revised to put it back as the
last paragraph of PG-52.1 with the correct references.
(2) Add the new terms to support the new Figure PG-52.6 (formerly Figure PG-53.3). [See Also “PG-53”]

44 *PG-52.2.2 16-1205
Added the words “with a definite repeating pattern” after “one row is unequal” in the first paragraph.
Explanation
Introducing the terminology “definite repeating pattern.”

44 *PG-52.4 16-1205
(1) The paragraphs has become the new subparagraph “PG-52.4.1”.

(2) Added “the equivalent longitudinal” before “efficiency of these ligaments” in the first sentence of the
new “PG-52.4.1”.
(3) Added a new subparagraph “PG-52.4.2”.
Explanation
Define ligaments as having repeating pattern both longitudinally and circumferentially or longitudinally only
in PG-52.4. The changes also provide the alternative way to calculate the equivalent longitudinal ligament
of the diagonal ligament using the new Figure PG-52.6 (formerly PG-53.3). [See Also “PG-53.3”]
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46 *PG-52.5 16-1205
Deleted the first sentence. Added “using either Figure PG-52.1 or Figure PG-52.6” after the words “shall
be calculated” in the now first sentence.
Explanation
Deletion of the first sentence as it is unnecessary. Clarify which figure to use in calculating the equivalent
longitudinal ligament efficiency.

48 Figure PG-52.6 16-1205
Re-designated “Figure PG-53.3” to “Figure PG-52.6”.
Explanation
Re-designating this figure due to the now deleted PG-53.3. [See Also “PG-53”]

46 *PG-53 16-1205
(1) Replaced the entire “PG-53.2” paragraph with the last sentence of “PG-53.1”:
“The efficiency of the ligament between tube holes shall be determined by the calculations
described in PG-53.2.1 and PG-53.2.2.”
(2) Added the words “less than or” after “For a length” and added the words “average ligament” before
“efficiency shall be” in the first sentence of “PG-53.2.1” and “PG-53.2.2”, respectively.
(3) Removed the paragraph “PG-53.3” and replaced it with an example problem.
Explanation
Defined the measurement in PG-53.2.1 and PG-53.2.2 in terms of less than or equal to clarify how it is
measured. The removal of PG-53.2.2 is because there is an apparent fundamental flaw in the PG-53.2 rules.
The rules in PG-53.2.2 states that when the procedures give lower efficiencies than those for symmetrical
groups as covered under PG-52, the efficiencies computed by the rules of PG-52 shall be used. It does not
make sense to default back to PG-52 when PG-53 rules give lower efficiencies. Because of the confusing
nature of PG-53, most designers do not use these rules therefore this revision is made to avoid perceived
confusions.
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49 Figure PG-53.2.2-1 116-1205
Added this figure.
Explanation
Add this figure for the new example problem in PG-53.2.

51 PG-58 17-311, 17-440, 17-2461, 181770
Revised and reorganized in its entirety as follow:

(1) Replaced the words “the prime mover throttle valve” with “the prime mover stop valve or throttle valve.”
in the second sentence of “PG-58.3.1”, which is now the first sentence in “PG-58.3.1” due to the re-
write. Added a new last sentence “The limit of boiler external piping ends upstream of such prime
mover valve(s) and does not include the connection.” in “PG-58.3.1”.
(2) Re-organized and reformatted “PG-58” in its entirety, including the update of the references in these
paragraphs and the renumbering of the paragraphs and subparagraphs.
(3) Added a new second paragraph to “PG-58.3.4”.
(4) Moved the “PG-58.2” paragraph to “PG-58.1” paragraph with additional words “and is subject to the
requirements of PG-104 for proper Code certification” at the end of the sentence.
Explanation
(1) The intent of this revision is to clarify the requirements for single boiler installations when there is a
turbine stop valve upstream of the turbine throttle valve. The issue was that ASME Section I allows the
omission of the required stop valve for a single boiler prime mover installation. So this revision will
provide the additional guidance when the prime mover supplier also supplies a stop valve with the
throttle valve. Previously these types of installations also included such stop valves as part of the control
system and that they were exempt from the Code jurisdiction as it was viewed as part of the prime
mover equipment. Additionally, the connection to such valve was also outside of the Code requirement
as the material for such valves is proprietary and is not defined Code material. This revision is to support
how the industry has been viewing such installations and now providing better guidance.
(2) Re-organize and reformat of PG-58.3.1 to make the requirements in PG-58.3.1 more clearly to users if
the requirements for a single Boiler installation and for isolable or separately fired Superheaters are
separated.
(3) When boilers are arranged with a control valve downstream of the economizer as shown in Figure PG-
58.3.1(b) illustration (2), this control valve controls the flow to this boiler and therefore a globe or
regulating valve is unnecessary.
(4) During the realignment of PG-58, it was noticed that the wording for welded piping was included for
proper Code certification however no wording was included for mechanically assembled piping. This
updates the requirements that all BEP, whether welded or mechanically assembled, must follow PG-
104 for proper Code certification.
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52 Figure PG-58.2.1 17-440
Re-designated “Figure PG-58.3.1(a)” as “Figure PG-58.2.1”. Updated all references in the figure.
Explanation
Changed due to the re-organization in PG-58. [See Also “PG-58”]

53 Figure PG-58.2.2 17-440, 17-2446
Re-designated “Figure PG-58.3.1(b)” as “Figure PG-58.2.2”. Updated all references in the figure. Changed
the check valve symbol in the inlet drain in illustration 2 to a globe/gate valve symbol.
Explanation
Changed due to the re-organization in PG-58. The changed valve symbol is due to an errata. [See Also
“PG-58”]

54 Figure PG-58.2.3 17-440
Re-designated “Figure PG-58.3.1(c)” as “Figure PG-58.2.3”. Updated all references in the figure.
Explanation

55 Figure PG-58.2.4 17-440
Re-designated “Figure PG-58.3.2” as “Figure PG-58.2.4”. Updated all references in the figure.
Explanation
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56 Figure PG-58.2.5 17-440
Re-designated “Figure PG-58.3.3” as “Figure PG-58.2.5”. Updated all references in the figure.
Explanation

57 Figure PG-58.2.6 18-1561
Added as a new figure.
Explanation
Some jurisdictions have asked for guidance on Code jurisdictional limits for piping for firetube boilers as it
is not clear how Figure PG-58.3.1(a) should be applied to this equipment. This new figure clarifies the limits.
58 PG-59.3.2 18-1050
Replaced the words “A surface blowoff connection” in the first sentence with “When a surface blowoff
connection is provided, the size…”
Explanation
PG-59.3.2 only provides the maximum size requirement for surface blow off connections. It has been
clarified that this maximum size rule applies only if and when a surface blow off connection is provided
which is not a mandatory connection required for a power boiler built to Section I.

58 PG-59.3.3 17-440
Updated the reference “PG-58.3.6” to “PG-58.5.1.”
Explanation
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58 PG-59.3.4 17-440
Updated the references “PG-58.3.6 or PG-58.3.7” to “PG-58.5.1 or PG-58.5.”
Explanation

59 PG-59.3.5 18-1050
(1) Added words “, for electric boilers in Part PEB,” after “Part PMB” in the first sentence.
(2) Added a word “bottom” before “blowoff connections” in the first sentence.
Explanation
There was a lack of clarity in PG-59.3.5 as to whether or not those size limits [minimum and maximum]
apply to only bottom blow off connections. Words are now added to PG-59.3.5 to clarify that the size limits
provided in that paragraph applies to only bottom blow off connections which are mandatory for a power
boiler built to Section I.

59 PG-59.4.1 17-440
Updated the references “PG-58.3.6 or PG-58.3.7” to “PG-58.5.1 or PG-58.5.”
Explanation

59 PG-59.4.1.2 17-440
Updated the references “PG-58.3.8” to “PG-58.5.2.”
Explanation
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60 PG-60.1 15-276
Replaced the last sentence of the first paragraph with two new sentences as follow:
“The gage glass shall cover the full operating water level range. Except as provided in Parts PL,
PEB, PMB, and PFT, the lowest visible water level in the gage glass shall be not less than 2 in. (50
mm) and not more than 3 in. (75 mm) above the lowest permissible water level, as determined by
the boiler manufacturer.”
Explanation
This revision is to include the intent of the Interpretation #15-276. This revision clarifies that the level gage
visibility must cover the full operating range. The following benefits will result from this action:
1. The Code will clarify the minimum range for a water gage glass, which is already a general practice by
the manufacturers. However, it is not presently defined.
2. A water gage glass that covers the full operating range enables an operator to validate the operating
level that is indicated by other indirect (remote) level indicating device. This is especially helpful if a
discrepancy ever occurs between two or more remote level indicators.
3. Eliminate the risk caused by short range water level gage glasses from being installed, which may prevent
the operator from actually confirming high & low alarms or low water shut down levels.
4. This clarification will provide a defined resource for specifiers and improve operating safety.

60 PG-60.1.2 17-3071
Added the words “either the top or” before the words “bottom valve is more than 7 ft (2 m)” in the third
sentence of the second paragraph.
Explanation
The current requirements for shut off valves are that if the bottom shut off valve is above 7 ft. (2 m) from
the operator platform the valve operating mechanism shall indicate its position as open or closed. If the
level indicator is less than 7 ft. (2 m) from the platform then no valve position indicator is required for the
bottom. However, in many of these cases the top valve is often above 7ft. (2 m) and is typically out of reach
for an operator and it is difficult for the operator to see if that valve is open or closed. To better address this
situation, this revision requires both the top and bottom valves to have suitable position indicators.
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63 PG-67.1 17-2963
(1) Deleted the words “and if it has Boilers with” after “one pressure relief valve” and the words “, or if
an electric boiler has a power input more than 1,100 kW, it” after “bare tube water-heating surface”
in the first sentence.
(2) Replaced the words “design steam generating” with “maximum designed steaming” in the second
sentence.
(3) Added the sentence “Electric boilers with a power input more than 1,100 kW shall have two or
more pressure relief valves.” as the fourth sentence.
Explanation
This is an editorial revision to make the paragraph easier to read and be understood.

63 PG-67.2 17-2963
(1) Replaced the words “pressure relief valve” with “total combined relieving.”
(2) Added the words “, and PL-54” after the words “except as noted in PG-67.2.1.6, PG-67.4”.
(3) Deleted the words “the pressure relief valve, or valves will discharge” before the words “all the
steam that can be”.
(4) Added the words “is discharged” after the words “generated by the boiler”.
(5) Added an abbreviation “(MAWP)” after the words “maximum allowable working pressure”.
Explanation
This editorial revision covers the Interpretation I-95-15. PG-67.2 has not been clear enough to mean the
combined relieving capacity of multiple pressure relief valves needs to meet PG-67. Some engineers think
the capacity of each relief valve needs to meet PG-67. To reflect I-95-15 and to be consistent with PG-
67.4.1, "total combined relieving capacity" will need to be used. Abbreviation "(MAWP)" needs to be added
to the last sentence of PG-67.2 because the abbreviation MAWP is used in the subsequent paragraphs
such as PG-67.2.1.

65 Figure PG-67.4 16-3103
Changed the reference “(PG-67.5.3.3)” to “(PG-67.4.3.3)” in Note “(4)” under "Alternate Requirements for
Pressure Relief Devices" on the right-hand side of this figure.
Explanation
This is an editorial revision to correct the reference from PG-67.5.3.3 to PG-67.4.3.3 in Figure PG-67.4
(Requirements for Overpressure Protection Forced-Flow Steam Generator).
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67 PG-68.1 17-440
Replaced the reference “PG-58.3.1” to “PG-58.3.2” in the first sentence.
Explanation
This is to update the reference due to the re-write in PG-58. [See Also “PG-58”]

67 *PG-68.6 16-2844
Added a new second sentence in the second paragraph as follow:

“Power-actuated pressure-relieving valves may have other inlet connection types that conform to
PG-11 standard pressure part pressure–temperature ratings and PG-71.2 pressure relief inlet area
sizing requirements.”
Explanation
Modify PG-68.6 to allow connection types other than butt-weld and flanged for inlet connections for Power
Operated Relief Valves. Original rules for PG-68.6 going back to at least the 1962 Edition (as P-289) called
for "Every safety valve used on a Superheater... shall have a flanged inlet connection, or a welding-end
inlet connection." By the 1983 Edition, these inlet connection rules had been moved to PG-68.6 and have
remained exactly the way they appear today. The basis for these rules goes back to the technology most
widely used decades ago and ultimately were tied to B16.34 Valves – Flanged, Threaded, and Welding
End which was used to meet PG-42 pressure-temperature ratings to determine component thicknesses.
The lack of consideration for other attachment means was due to those technologies having not been
developed at that time. Today there exist different clamping configurations, some even being constructed
and stamped to Section VIII rules, which have enjoyed many years of successful service in post-Section I
environments. Specifically, there is known to have been twenty years of successful service with no failures
on four PORVs in once through Superheater outlet pressure reliving the service being discussed by this
action. These clamping devices meet all requirements of Section I other than they are not flanges or welded
connections. [See Also “PG-73.2.11”]
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67 PG-69.1 16-1016
(1) Added the words “(see Note below)” after the words “valve manufacturer”.
(2) Added a modified Note from “PG-73.4.4” with the addition of words “and assembles, adjusts, tests,
seals, and ships pressure relief valves” after the words “…necessary component parts or valves” in
the second note “An assembler”.
Explanation
The term "manufacturer" and "assembler", both with lower case letters has historically been used in Section
I to denote a pressure relief device manufacturer and assembler. Whereas when used with a capital letter,
it denotes the Boiler Manufacturer or Assembler. This subtlety is not apparent to many Section I readers,
and this action is intended to provide that explanation. [See Also “PG-73.4.4”]

69 PG-69.1.2 14-1577
Changed the reference “A-312” to “A-311.”
Explanation
Update the reference to the newly revised A-311 as A-312 is now deleted. [See Also “Nonmandatory
Appendix A, A-311”]

69 PG-69.2 16-1347
Added the words “provided below only if the calculated correction factor is greater than 1.0.” after the
words “the correction factor,”
Explanation
This proposal adds back text to PG-69.2 that was omitted in error.

73 PG-69.2.3 17-1991
Added the words “+ 14.7 psi” before the words “(0.101 MPa), psia (MPA)” in the first definition of P.
Explanation
This is an errata, which adds the missing psi value back to the definition of P.
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76 PG-69.2.4 14-241
Added as a new subparagraph.
Explanation
This is the result of incorporating the Code Case 2397. This Code Case for testing of pressure relief devices
exceeding laboratory limits continues to be used for certification. It uses the widely accepted concept of
flow models for capacity testing (long included in Section III) and demonstration test(s) for production
certification. [See Also “PG-69.2.5” and “PG-69.2.6”]

76 PG-69.2.5 14-241
Explanation

76 PG-69.2.6 14-241
Explanation
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78 PG-73.2.11 16-2844
Added a new second sentence in the second paragraph as follow:

“Power-actuated pressure relieving valve inlet connection requirements are provided in PG-68.6.”
Explanation
A concern was raised regarding the proposed new connection's lateral movement capabilities. It should be
noted the current welded or flanged connection details only take into account their pressure and
temperature capabilities. The proposed clamping devices also are based on their pressure and temperature
capabilities. It should also be noted these new devices have smaller mass than their flanged equivalents
which improves the lateral movement capacity on these connections. [See Also “PG-68.6”]

79 PG-73.4.3 14-241, 17-2678
(1) Replaced the words “ASME-accepted” with “ASME-accredited” in “PG-73.4.3(a)”.

(2) Renumbered the subparagraphs “(a)” through “(d)” with letters under “PG-73.4.3(a)”.
(3) Added a new subparagraph “(b)”.
Explanation
(1) Section I has referred to the labs as being “ASME Accepted”, and indeed, they are issued with an
ASME Certificate of Acceptance. However, CA-1 Section 6 defines the process for assessing a lab's
ability to perform capacity certifications as an accreditation activity. Accordingly, the wording in Section
I, A-311 has now revised from "acceptance of testing laboratories" to "accredited testing laboratory".
For consistency, this item revises other instances in Section I that refer to ASME lab acceptance instead
of accreditation. [See Also “Nonmandatory Appendix A, A-311”]
(2) Renumbered due to the re-organization of PG-73.4.3.
(3) This is the result of incorporating the Code Case 2397. This Code Case for testing of pressure relief
devices exceeding laboratory limits continues to be used for certification. It uses the widely accepted
concept of flow models for capacity testing (long included in Section III) and demonstration test(s) for
production certification. [See Also “PG-69.2.4”, “PG-69.2.5”, and “PG-69.2.6”]

80 PG-73.4.4 16-1016
Deleted the Note in “PG-73.4.4”.
Explanation
The Note is modified and relocated to PG-69.1. [See Also “PG-69.1”]
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85 PG-90.1.12 14-1670
Added a new reference “PG-20.1.2” to “PG-90.1.12”.
Explanation
Add an AI duty to verify the documentation of the event when PG-20.1.2 is invoked by the users for not
performing the post-forming heat treatment of carbon steel materials.

86 PG-99.4.2 18-1185
(1) Deleted the words “preferably” and “about double” in the first sentence. The first sentence is now
stopped after the words “the intended maximum test pressure”. Added a new sentence “It is preferred
that the range of the gage be double the intended maximum test pressure.”
(2) Added “nor more than four” after “less than 1-1/2” in the now third sentence.
Explanation
(1) The word “shall” is used for mandatory requirements yet the wording in PG-99.4.2 uses "...shall
preferably have dials graduated over their entire range of about..." so it is not clear if it is a requirement.
The use of “prefer” is now in the new second sentence for the suggestion of the “preferred” range of
the gage for pressure test.
(2) To have the same rules on the range of pressure gage as with other Code Sections.

86 PG-104.1 17-2460
Changed the reference “PG-112.2.4” to “PG-112.2.5” in the Note “(2)” under “PG-104.1”.
Explanation
Correct the reference to the right reference.
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87 *PG-106.1 16-2247
Added a new sentence in the last sentence of the paragraph as follow:

“Application of the ASME Certification Mark and Designator may be by stamping or by alternate
methods that comply with Mandatory Appendix VII.”
Explanation
Allowing alternative methods for the primary method of applying the ASME Certification Mark and
Designator (i.e. stamping) as required by PG-106.1, such as etching (laser, plasma, or chemical), peening,
and engraving. Reference was made to the new Mandatory Appendix VII for the requirements of these
alternative methods. The intention was to provide an alternative way to improve the legibility of the required
stamping since it was difficult to obtain a legible indentation using the traditional method.

88 *PG-106.4 16-2247
Added a new sentence in the last sentence of the paragraph as follow:

“Marking of the required items may be by stamping or by alternate methods that comply with
Mandatory Appendix VII.”
Explanation
Allowing alternative methods for the primary method of marking the required items as required by PG-
106.4, such as etching (laser, plasma, or chemical), peening, and engraving. Reference was made to the
new Mandatory Appendix VII for the requirements of these alternative methods. The intention was to
provide an alternative way to improve the legibility of the required marking of the required items since it was
difficult to obtain a legible indentation using the traditional method. [See Also “PG-106.1”]

88 PG-106.4.1 16-2247
Added the words “; or, for thermal fluid heaters, the maximum designed flow rate.” in “PG-106.4(f)” for
the “maximum designed steaming capacity.”
Explanation
To address the thermal fluid heaters. [See Also “PFTH-12.5”]
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90 PG-106.12.2 17-440
Replaced the reference “PG-58.3” to “PG-58.2” in the first sentence.
Explanation
Update the reference due to the re-write in PG-58. [See Also “PG-58”]

90 PG-106.12.3 17-440
Replaced the reference “PG-58.3.3” to “PG-58.3.4” in the first sentence.
Explanation

91 PG-109.1 17-2460
Changed the reference “PG-112.2.4” to “PG-112.2.5” in the last sentence of the paragraph.
Explanation

91 PG-109.3 17-2460
Changed the reference “PG-112.2.4” to “PG-112.2.5” in “PG-109.3(a)”.
Explanation

91 PG-109.4 17-2460
Changed the reference “PG-112.2.4” to “PG-112.2.5” in the last sentence of the paragraph.
Explanation
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93 PG-112.2.2 17-2669
Deleted the last sentence in “PG-112.2.2(b)(2)”:

“The parts shall be stamped with the Certification Mark with the “S” Designator and the additional
information, as applicable, shown in PG-106.4.2.”
Explanation
The paragraph reference in PG-112.2.4(b)(2) was incorrect. The marking requirements for parts is included
in PG-106.8. Rather than revise the reference, the last sentence of PG-112.2.4(b)(2) was deleted.
Subparagraph (b)(2) only applied to parts supplied for an existing boiler, not for parts supplied for a new
boiler. Having a reference to stamping requirements in that subparagraph could imply that marking is not
required when providing parts for a new boiler. The stamping requirements also stated that the “S”
designator shall be used and does not mention the “PRT” designator. Rather than reword the entire
paragraph to make clear that stamping is applicable to all parts, whether for a new or existing boiler, and
to include reference to other designators, the stamping requirements were removed from this data report
paragraph. The user would follow the stamping requirements from the applicable paragraph under PG-106.
Similar change was made to PG-112.2.2 and PG-112.2.9. The other data report paragraphs did not
reference specific stamping paragraphs.

94 PG-112.2.4 17-2669
Deleted the last sentence in ”PG-112.2.4(b)(2)”:

Explanation
See the explanation in the PG-112.2 above. It’s the same reason why this sentence is deleted.
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94 PG-112.2.5 17-2464
Added a sentence to the end of the paragraph as follow:

“The organization certifying Form P-4A or P-4B retains the responsibility for the Code design.”
Explanation
Line 5 of Form P-4A and Form P-4B, has the provision “Code Design By:” which allows an organization
other than the Certificate Holder / Manufacturer (who certifies Form P-4A and/or Form P-4B) to perform the
design work. Interpretation I-98-17 further clarifies that design may be performed by a non-certificate holder.
This creates a confusion about who ultimately taking the responsibility for design especially when the
Certificate Holder receives an order to “build to print” and often not provided with the supporting design
calculations. This addition clarifies that the organization certifying the Form P-4A or P-4B retains the
responsibility for the Code design.

94 PG-112.2.9 17-2669
Deleted the last sentence in “PG-112.2.9(a)” and “PG-112.2.9(b)(2)”:

Explanation
See the explanation in the PG-112.2 above. It’s the same reason why these sentences are deleted.

95 *PG-113.4 18-2028
Added a sentence as the last sentence of the paragraph as follow:

“The piping fabricator shall retain the Form P-4A for a minimum of 5 years.”
Explanation
Currently, neither PG-112.2.5 nor PG-113.4 establishes a period of time for retention of Form P-4A by the
piping fabricator. Furthermore, although PG-113.3 requires the Manufacturer to retain the Master Data
Report for 5 years, neither PG-104.1 nor PG-113.3 require the retention of P-4A forms by the boiler
Manufacturer as part of the completed Master Data Report. This revision to PG-113.4 establishes a
requirement for the piping fabricator to retain Form P-4A for a minimum period of 5 years. This requirement
would also be consistent with the precedence for retention of the Master Data Report by the boiler
Manufacturer, as established in PG-113.3.
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97 PW-5.4 17-1678
Replaced the words “(e.g., AWS B9, EN CrMo91, etc.)” with “(e.g., AWS B9 or B91, ISO CrMo91, etc.)” in
the first sentence of second paragraph after the words “When Grade 91 filler metal”.
Explanation
PW-5.4 refers to AWS B9 as the example of Grade 91 filler metal. However, B9 listed in SFA-5.5 and SFA-
5.23 have been replaced with B91 (B9 was discontinued). The new specification SFA-5.36 also lists B91
instead of B9. Therefore, it is necessary to add B91 to PW-5.4 and Table PW-39-5, Note (3). In addition,
EN should be changed to ISO because EN type classifications have been adopted in ISO system A. For
the time being, B9 and B91 are both needed because SFA-5.28 and SFA-5.29 which remain B9 are still
listed in Section II, Part C and Section IX, Table QW-432. B9 can be deleted when SFA-5.28 and SFA-5.29
are withdrawn. [See Also “Table PW-39-5”]

100 PW-15.1 17-1708
Deleted the words “arc or gas” before the word “welding” in the first sentence of the paragraph.
Explanation
There are a number of other processes available today other than arc and gas welding that are acceptable
Section I, such as Laser Beam, Plasma Arc., etc.

103 PW-16.6 16-2975
Replaced the word “nor” with “and not” before the words “less than ¼ in. (6 mm)” in the third sentence of
“PW-16.6(a)”.
Explanation
To avoid confusion as some users misunderstood the word “nor.” [See Also “PG-31.4”]
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108 PW-17 16-1932
Replaced the first sentence of the paragraph with the following:

“The hub shall be integrally forged with the flat head by direct forging action, or machined from a forging.
Plate, bar or rod shall not be used in lieu of a forging. The hub shall have minimum dimensions in
accordance with Figure PW-17.”
Explanation
This item was opened as an outcrop of item #11-1354 which incorporates CC2697-1 into Section I. 11-
1354 was very specifically brings a new detail (b-2) to Figure PG-31 (which is currently covered under
CC2697-1) along with the minimum tensile strength and elongation requirement specified for the material,
measured in the direction parallel to the axis of the vessel for the integral hub. 11-1354 also adds the
prohibition of usage of plate, bar and rod materials for the newly added detail (b-2). Note that Figure PG-
31 existing Illustrations (a), (b) [which is now called as (b-1) under 11-1354], are geometrically similar details
with integrally forged hubs like in newly added detail (b-2) and there is no reason why the requirement for
the minimum tensile strength for the hub parallel to the axis of the vessel and the prohibition of usage of
plate, bar and rod wouldn't apply to these existing details as well. This revision makes the newly added
requirements consistently applicable to all flanged circular and noncircular heads forged integral with or
butt welded to the shell, pipe, or header, with an inside corner radius.

111 Figure PW-17-1 16-1932
Added General Notes “(a)” and “(b)” in “Figure PW-17-1” as follow:
“GENERAL NOTES:
(a) Refer to Figure PG-31, illustration (a), (b-1), or (b-2) for dimensional requirements.
(b) Tension test specimen may be located on the inside or outside of the hub.”
Explanation
In correspondence with the revisions in PG-31.4 and PW-17. [See Also “PG-31.4” and “PW-17”]
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115 *PW-38 16-2642
Revised in its entirety to include the content of the eliminated Nonmandatory Appendix A, A-100, the rules
for preheating and inter-pass temperatures, as well as interruption of welding and preheat.
Explanation
The intent of the change is to modernize PW-38 by making the original proposal easier to manage. It has
been split into smaller segments which expands the rules related to preheating prior to welding and thermal
cutting from the now deleted Nonmandatory Appendix A, A-100. In addition, additional detailed rules for
preheating and inter-pass temperatures, as well as interruption of welding and preheat are addressed in
PW-38.

116 Table PW-38-1 16-2642
Added as a new table.
Explanation
Added as the new Table for PW-38 and it is a tabulation of now deleted Nonmandatory Appendix A, A-100
for the new PW-38. [See Also “PW-38”]

117 PW-39.2 17-1918
Added a new second paragraph as follow:

“If one of the materials in the joint is exempt from postweld heat treatment, then the time and
temperature shall be that of the material requiring postweld heat treatment. For the weld to be
exempt from postweld heat treatment, each material must satisfy the exemptions applicable to its
respective P-Number and Group Number in Tables PW-39-1 through PW-39-14.”
Explanation
During the preparation of Code Interpretation 17-592, dealing with the PWHT of dissimilar material welds,
it was realized that a literal interpretation of the words in paragraphs PW-39.2 could lead a reader to an
erroneous conclusion, totally at odds with the way the paragraphs has been historically interpreted over the
last 40 or so years. This revision attempts to correct those words to clarify to which materials the PWHT
exemption notes in Tables PW-39 apply.
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118 Table PW-39-1 17-3274
Revised General Notes “(a)” and “(b)” as follow:
General Note (a)

(1) Replaced the words “1.5 in. (38 mm) or less” with “1 in. (25 mm) or less.” In addition, CE requirement
for this nominal thickness is now eliminated.
(2) The paragraph of “(a)” has split into subparagraphs “(a)(1)” to “(a)(3)”.
(3) Subparagraph “(a)(2)” is now included the formulas from the existing General Note “(b)(2)(a)”.
(4) Added subparagraph “(a)(4)” to address the stays welded in accordance with PW-19.
General Note (b)

(1) Replaced the words “does not exceed ¾ in. (19 mm)” with “is ¾ in. (19 mm) or less.”
(2) Added a new subparagraph (b)(2)as follow:
“when the nominal thickness of the weld as defined in PW-39.3 exceeds 3/4 in. (19 mm) but does
not exceed 1 in. (25 mm) and the calculated CE of each of the base metals in the weld joint is
less than or equal to 0.45 using the formula in General Note (a)(2). For stays welded in
accordance with PW-19, the diameter of the stay is not used to determine preheat requirements.”
(3) Subparagraph “(b)(2)” is now “(b)(3)”. Replaced the words “3/4 in. (19 mm)” with “1 in. (25 mm)” in the
first sentence. The new “(b)(3)(a)” deleted the formulas and make reference to General Note “(a)(2)”
for these formulas.
(4) All subparagraphs “(b)” is now renumbered.
Explanation
Item #17-2079 permitted a code case to remove the CE requirements for P-No 1 Group 1 materials when
applying the exemptions for PWHT. The 2017 changes to Table PW-39-1 resulted in unintended
consequences i.e., Manufacturers using some P1 Group No. 1 materials that were previously exempted
from PWHT are no longer exempted due to a CE greater than 0.45. (SA-53B, SA-36, SA-234 for example).
The purpose of these revisions is to reinstate the exemptions for P-No. 1 Group 1 materials, update the CE
equation to remove silicone (to be consistent with the equations in the material specifications for materials
such as SA-105, SA-106, and SA-234. In addition, there is also a change of limiting the thickness
exemptions for P No. 1 Group 1 materials to 1" versus the 1.5" in the 2017 Code. While the 1" thickness
may appear to be a step backwards, but it is supported by previous EPRI work on PWHT exemptions for
Carbon and Low Alloy Steel Materials.
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120 Table PW-39-3 17-2811
Added the word “required” before the words “minimum wall thickness” in the General Note “(a)(6)(d)”.
Explanation
This change addresses heat treatment exemptions when welding heat absorbing fins onto tubes using
electric resistance welding. Currently, it reads that for the exemption requirement, the heat affected zone
must not encroach upon the minimum thickness of the tube. It makes clear that the HAZ of the weld cannot
encroach upon the REQUIRED minimum thickness, not just the thinnest part of the tube. This change is for
clarity. [See Also “PW-39-4” Through “PW-39-8”]

121 Table PW-39-4 17-2811
Added the word “required” before the words “minimum wall thickness” in the General Note “(b)(4)”.
Explanation
clarity. [See Also “PW-38.3” and “PW-39-5” Through “PW-39-8”]
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122 Table PW-39-5 17-1678, 17-2811
(1) Added the word “required” before the words “minimum wall thickness” in the General Note “(a)(4)”.
(2) Replaced the words “(e.g., AWS B9, EN CrMo91, etc.)” with the words “(e.g., AWS B9 or B91, ISO
CrMo91, etc.)” after “…with Grade 91 filler metal” in the first sentence of Note “(3)”.
Explanation
(1) This change addresses heat treatment exemptions when welding heat absorbing fins onto tubes using
electric resistance welding. Currently, it reads that for the exemption requirement, the heat affected
zone must not encroach upon the minimum thickness of the tube. It makes clear that the HAZ of the
weld cannot encroach upon the REQUIRED minimum thickness, not just the thinnest part of the tube.
This change is for clarity. [See Also “PW-38.3” and “PW-39-5” Through “PW-39-8”]
(2) PW-5.4 refers to AWS B9 as the example of Grade 91 filler metal. However, B9 listed in SFA-5.5 and
SFA-5.23 have been replaced with B91 (B9 was discontinued). The new specification SFA-5.36 also
lists B91 instead of B9. Therefore, it is necessary to add B91 to PW-5.4 and Table PW-39-5, Note (3).
In addition, EN should be changed to ISO because EN type classifications have been adopted in ISO
system A. For the time being, B9 and B91 are both needed because SFA-5.28 and SFA-5.29 which
remain B9 are still listed in Section II, Part C and Section IX, Table QW-432. B9 can be deleted when
SFA-5.28 and SFA-5.29 are withdrawn. [See Also “PW-5.4”]

123 Table PW-39-6 17-2811
Added the word “required” before the words “minimum wall thickness” in the General Note “(a)(2)(d)”.
Explanation
clarity. [See Also “PW-39-3” Through “PW-39-5”, “PW-39-7”, and “PW-39-8”]
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124 Table PW-39-7 17-2811
Added the word “required” before the words “minimum wall thickness” in the General Note “(b)(2)(d)”.
Explanation
clarity. [See Also “PW-39-3” Through “PW-39-6”, and “PW-39-8”]

125 Table PW-39-8 17-2811
Added the word “required” before the words “minimum wall thickness” in the General Note “(b)(2)(c)(-4)”.
Explanation
clarity. [See Also “PW-39-3” Through “PW-39-7”]

128 PW-39.3 17-1912
Replaced the words “it shall be” with “it is recommended that it be” in the first sentence of the third
paragraph.
Explanation
This an errata. The word “shall” was erroneously included and it should had been “it is recommended.”
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130 PW-40.2 17-293
(1) Deleted the words “except for P-No. 1 material, which shall not exceed 6-5/8 in. (170 mm) O.D.” in
“PW-40.2(c)”.
(2) Added a new subparagraph “PW-40.2(e)” as follow:
“For P-No. 1, all groups, see Table PW-39-1 for PWHT exemptions.”
Explanation
(1) The PWHT requirement unique to P-No 1 base materials based solely on an OD of 6-5/8" was removed
because it is not necessary given the previous revisions to PWHT requirements in Table PW-39-1.
(2) P-No.1 materials were excluded in the table in PW-40.2 for defect repairs after significant changes
were done in 2009 to Table PW-39-1. This revision is to include a reference to P-No 1 materials for
repair when PWHT was originally performed in PW-40.2. This provides greater clarification for
understanding PW-40.2.

131 PW-41.2 17-1708
Deleted the words “arc or gas” after the words “All circumferential…” in the first sentence of the paragraph.
Explanation
Section I, such as Laser Beam, Plasma Arc., etc. [See Also “PW-15.1” and “PFT-40”]

135 PW-50.1 17-2258
Replaced the reference to Endnote “25” at “SNT-TC-1A” with Endnote “4” in the second sentence.
Explanation
Previously Endnote 25 was revised to delete ACCP. As the result of this revision, Endnote 25 becomes the
same as Endnote 4. To avoid confusion, Endnote 25 is now deleted and subsequent Endnotes are now re-
numbered.
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136 PW-53.1 16-2487
(1) Added the words “, including heads attached by welding to these pressure parts” at the end of the
sentence in “PW-53.1(a)”.
(2) Deleted the word “cylindrical” before the words “pressure parts” in “PW-53.1(b)”.
Explanation
Clarification of PW-53 test plate requirements to include heads welded to cylindrical pressure parts and
heads fabricated by welding. This revision provides exemption from test plates for welds joining heads to
cylindrical pipes, tubes and headers. In addition, another revision also provides exemption from test plates
for all pressure parts constructed from P-No. 1 materials, including heads fabricated by welding.

136 PW-53.2 17-959, 18-1258
(1) Added the words “(to be of the same specification as the steel being welded, the chemical
composition must be within the specification limits and steelmaking practice, i.e., killed,
semikilled, or rimmed, must be the same)” after the words “the same material specification” in the
first sentence.
(2) Added two new paragraphs after the first sentence:
“The weld consumables used to weld the test plate shall be from the same manufacturer and
lot(s), control or heat number(s) as that to be used for each weld process in production.
If weld consumables are purchased with a Certified Material Test Report based on Schedule 4
or I level of testing as defined in Section II, Part C, SFA-5.01/SFA-5.01M, then the requirement to
make a test plate is exempted.”
Explanation
(1) Integrating the information at Endnote 26. Endnote 26 is now deleted and renumbered all the
subsequent Endnote numbers.
(2) Current wording states that the test plate required is to be of the same material specification as the
material to be used in production. However, there is not a requirement for the test to use the same heat
of plate as to be used in production, or the same batch/heat of weld consumable to be used in
production. The test plate therefore has no value as a pre-production test validation, the manufacturer
is required to repeatedly re-run the Weld Procedure Qualification test. This revision will require that the
weld consumables used shall be of the same brand and batch/heat as those to be used for production
welding. Except when the weld consumables are purchased with ‘Certified Material Test Reports’ per
ASME SFA-5.01 i.e. Certificates which indicate the actual chemical and mechanical values for the
materials delivered, the requirement for performing a preproduction tests plate is then exempted.
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PART PL – REQUIREMENTS FOR LOCOMOTIVE BOILERS

156 Figure PL-2.2-1 17-2800
Replaced the words “Water gage glass(es)” with “Gage glasses” in the “Figure PL-2.2-1”.
Explanation
Globally change the words “water gage glass(es)” to “gage glass(es)” in Section I. [See Also “Preamble”]

157 Figure PL-2.2-2 17-2800
Replaced the words “Water gage glass(es)” with “Gage glasses” in the “Figure PL-2.2-2”.
Explanation
Globally change the words “water gage glass(es)” to “gage glass(es)” in Section I. [See Also “Preamble”]

168 PL-30.3 17-3077
Added a new second paragraph as follow:

“When 7,500 psi (52 MPa) is used as the allowable stress value in PG-49 to calculate the required
area of a staybolt, the results are not required to be multiplied by 1.1.”
Explanation
PG-49.1 requires that a 1.10 multiplier be used when calculating the dimensions of staybolts. PL restricts
the stress allowed on staybolts to 7500 psi and does not require a multiplier. The revision simply states this
in order to eliminate confusion.

179 PL-42 17-2800
Replaced the words “Water gage glass(es)” and “water glasses” with “Gage glasses” in the entire
paragraph and subparagraphs.
Explanation
Globally change the words “water gage glass(es)” or “water glass(es)” to “gage glass(es)” in Section I. [See
Also “Preamble”]
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180 PL-54.2 17-2071
(1) Added a new reference “PG-71.3,” to the first sentence.

(2) Added a new subparagraph “(e)” as follow:
“For pressure relief valves manufactured with bottom guides, the area of the opening of the
connection between the boiler and the pressure relief valve must be at least 25% larger than the
area of the valve bore minus the net cross-sectional area of the bottom guide.”
Explanation
Section I, Safety Valves – PL-54.2 gives special allowances for locomotive safety valves. Locomotive safety
valve attachment methods, that have been industry standard for over 100 years, are prohibited per PG
71.3. Many locomotive safety valves are manufactured with a female threaded connection, making it
impossible for the inlet connection to be equal or greater than the area of the valve inlet. This addition of
subparagraph (e) to PL -54.2 will allow locomotive safety valves to be attached to the boiler by means of a
fitting with a suitable inlet area for the valve design.
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PART PFT – REQUIREMENTS FOR FIRETUBE BOILERS

187 Figure PFT-12.1 16-2975
Replaced the word “nor” with “and not” in Notes “(1)”, “(2)”, and “(4)”.
Explanation

187 PFT-12.2.1.1 16-2975
Replaced the word “nor” with “and not” before the words “more than twice the tube thickness”.
Explanation

188 PFT-12.2.1.2 16-2975
Replaced the word “nor” with “and not” before the words “more than one-third” in the second sentence.
Explanation
195 PFT-27.6 17-760
Replaced the reference “Figure PWT-12.2” with “Figure PFT-21, illustrations (a) and (b)” in the first
sentence.
Explanation
PFT-27.6 still refers to Fig. PWT-12.2 which was deleted in the Section I 2015 edition. This revision will
refer to the correct Figures PFT-21 sketch (a) and (b).
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198 PFT-40 17-1708
Deleted the words “arc or gas” before the words “welding may be” in the first sentence of the paragraph.
Explanation
Section I, such as Laser Beam, Plasma Arc., etc. [See Also “PW-15.1” and “PW-41.2”]

199 PFT-47.2 16-2975
(1) The first sentence of the second paragraph stops after the words “…inside diameter”
(2) Replaced the word “, nor” with “. The lowest visible level shall be not” before the words “…less than
2 in. (50 mm) above” in the new second sentences in the second paragraph of “PFT-47.2”.
(3) Replaced the word “, nor” with “. The lowest visible level shall be not” before the words “…less than
1 in. (25 mm) above” in the new third sentences in the second paragraph of “PFT-47.2”.
Explanation
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PART PFH – OPTIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR FEEDWATER HEATER

202 PFH-1 17-440
Changed the reference “PG-58.3” to “PG-58.2” in the second sentence.
Explanation

202 PFH-1.1.1 18-428
Added a new subparagraph “PFH-1.1” as follow:

“PFH-1.1.1 Welds shall be postweld heat treated to the minimum holding time and temperature
requirements of Section VIII, Division 1 unless the welds satisfy the exemptions for postweld heat
treatment in both Section I and Section VIII, Division 1.”
Explanation
This addition is to permit PWHT exemptions for unfired boilers constructed in accordance with ASME
Section VIII Division 1 provided the vessel meets the PWHT exemption requirements in both Section I and
Section VIII Division 1.
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PART PMB – REQUIREMENTS FOR MINIATURE BOILERS

204 PMB-13 17-2800
Replaced the words “Water Gages” and “water gage glass(es)” with “Gage glasses” in the Title and
paragraph of “PMB-13.1”.
Explanation
Globally change the words “Water Gages” and “water gage glass(es)” to “gage glass(es)” in Section I. [See
Also “Preamble”]
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205 PEB-3.1.1 18-428
Added as a new subparagraph “PEB-3.1.1” as follow:

“Welds shall be postweld heat treated to the minimum holding time and temperature requirements
of Section VIII, Division 1 unless the welds satisfy the exemptions for postweld heat treatment in
both Section I and Section VIII, Division 1.”
Explanation
This addition is to permit PWHT exemptions for unfired boilers constructed in accordance with ASME
Section VIII Division 1 provided the vessel meets the PWHT exemption requirements in both Section I and
Section VIII Division 1. [See Also “PFH-1.1.1”]

206 PEB-12 18-1050
Added a word “BOTTOM” to the Title: “BOTTOM BLOWOFF”.
Explanation
Add clarity that PEB-12 rules apply only to bottom blow offs. [See Also “PG-59.3.5”]
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PART PVG – REQUIREMENTS FOR ORGANIC FLUID VAPORIZERS

209 PVG-12.2 17-1895
Revised the paragraph as follow:

“Pressure relief valves should be disconnected from the vaporizer at least once yearly (or as
recommended by the vaporizer Manufacturer or valve manufacturer). If disconnected, the pressure
relief valve should be inspected, repaired if necessary, tested, and then replaced on the vaporizer.”
Explanation
Section I is a construction code and PVG-12.2 is outside of the scope. While covered in the NBIC,
international users do not necessarily use that document, therefore keep the reference, but change the
word "shall" to "should." The revision also added a note to follow the vaporizer or valve manufacturer’s
recommendations.

209 PVG-12.3.4 18-242
Added a colon “:” at the end of the sentence.
Explanation
This is an editorial change.
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PART PTFH – REQUIREMENTS FOR LIQUID PHASE THERMAL FLUID HEATERS

213 *PTFH-9.3 17-2514
Replaced the words “two in-line stop valves when the heater has a maximum allowable working pressure
exceeding 100 psig (700 kPa)” in the last sentence with “a gate, globe, or needle valve and either a cap
or plug.”
Explanation
This requirement was taken from similar requirements in Steam Boilers (PG-58.3.6) as there were no
requirements for thermal fluid heaters. With the closed loop liquid phase system, there is no need to drain
or blow down a thermal fluid system on a regular basis as part of any maintenance program. Typical fluids
can last 5+ years. Double drain valves are not be needed for thermal fluid heaters if the valves supplied are
gate, globe or needle valve. A single 1/4 turn ball valve is not recommended as it could be opened
accidentally. Vent valves are used when initially filling the system and are at the high point in the piping.
There is no need for double valves in that location. The uses of a single valve for the vent and drain
connections are consistent with NBIC Part 1 Installation and NFPA-87 Standard For Thermal Fluid Heaters.
The added requirement of a capped connection adds an additional measure of safety to prevent risk of
injury or fire.

214 PTFH-12.5 17-2513
Replaced the words “two in-line stop valves when the heater has a maximum allowable working pressure
exceeding 100 psig (700 kPa).” in the last sentence with “a gate, globe, or needle valve and either a cap
or plug.”
Explanation
Additional information on the data report and heater stamping are needed link the safety relief valve
provided with the design conditions of the heater. PTFH-12.5 requires the relieving capacity of the safety
valve for the given thermal fluid to be on a tag provided by the heater Manufacturer but there is no link to
the stamping requirements of the heater. Updating the stamping requirements in PG-106.4.1 to include
design flow rate and the fluid manufacturer trade name creates that link. Updating PTFH-12.5 to include
manufacturer, trade name, designator or type of thermal fluid, maximum designed flow rate and maximum
operating temperature in the remarks section of the data report. [See Also “PG-106.4.1”]
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MANDATORY APPENDICES

220 Mandatory Appendix II 16-1100
This Appendix is deleted.
Explanation
The Table in this Appendix has moved to PG-4 as the new Table PG-4-1. [See Also “PG-4” and
“Table PG-4-1”]

233 Mandatory Appendix VI, VI-8 17-286
Added the following words to the end of the sentence:

“except the pressure relief valves shall be manufactured and assembled in accordance with the
Code in effect when the valves are built.”
Explanation
VI-8 states that the Edition that governs overpressure protection shall be the same that governs design.
Some have interpreted this to mean that the valve manufacturer is to certify the valve as meeting that Code
edition and addenda. Section I does not require a Manufacturer’s Data Report for pressure relief valves;
therefore, the valves are not certified to a specific Code edition or addenda. The valves are to be marked
in accordance with PG-110, Stamping of Boiler Pressure Relief Valves, which requires the valves to be
marked with the year built, or a coding identifying the year assembled and tested. PG-73.7.3 requires the
valves to be listed on the Certificate of Conformance, Form P-8, which also requires listing the year built.

234 *Mandatory Appendix VII 16-2247
This the new Mandatory Appendix.
Explanation
Add rules in coincide with the revisions in PG-106.1 and PG-106.4 for allowing alternative methods for the
primary method of marking the required items as required by PG-106.1 and PG-106.4, such as etching
(laser, plasma, or chemical), peening, and engraving. This new Mandatory Appendix VII provides for the
requirements of these alternative methods. [See Also “PG-106.1”, “PG-106.4”]
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NONMANDATORY APPENDICES

243 Nonmandatory Appendix A, A-18 17-2800
Replaced the words “Water Gages” with “Gage glasses” in the Title and paragraph of “A-18”.
Explanation
Globally change the words “Water Gages” to “gage glass(es)” in Section I. [See Also “Preamble”]

Deleted.
Explanation
Its content has moved to PW-38. [See Also “PW-38”]

280 *Nonmandatory Appendix A, A-311 14-1577
Revised the entire paragraph and its Title as follow:

“A-311 LABORATORY, PERSONNEL, AND TEST REQUIREMENTS FOR CAPACITY CERTIFICATION
Capacity certification shall be conducted in accordance with ASME PTC 25. Testing shall be
conducted by an accredited testing laboratory under the supervision of an Authorized Observer.
Testing laboratories shall be accredited and Authorized Observers accepted in accordance with
ASME CA-1.”
Explanation
The new ASME CA-1 Standard has been developed by the C-CAR Standards Committee to uniformly
address conformity assessment requirements of the ASME BPV Codes. Action is now required to
incorporate reference to the CA-1 Standard and remove requirements from the book section that are now
covered by CA-1. The separation of conformity assessment from technical requirements of the book
sections has been endorsed by the TOMC and S&C Council. Item 12-1796 addresses elements associated
with boiler conformity assessment while this item will address those elements associated with pressure
relief device testing. [See Also “PG-73.4.3”]
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NONMANDATORY APPENDICES (CONTINUED)

280 Nonmandatory Appendix A, 14-1577
A-312, A-313, A-314, A-315, A-316
Deleted.
Explanation
Due to the re-write of Nonmandatory Appendix A, A-311. [See Also “PG-73.4.3”, “Nonmandatory
Appendix A, A-311”]

326 Nonmandatory Appendix A, 18-1092, 18-18-1093, 18-2120
Table A-360
(1) Updated “B16.25-2012” to “B16.25-2017” under “ASME Standards.”

(2) Under “ASME Standards”:
Updated “B16.3-2011” to “B16.3-2016”, “B16.4-2011” to “B16.4-2016”, “B16.5-2013” to “B16.5-2017”,
“B16.11-2011” to “B16.11-2016”, “B16.20-2012” to “B16.20-2017”, “B16.24-2011” to “B16.24-2016”,
“B16.34-2013” to “B16.34-2017”, “B16.42-2011” to “B16.42-2016”, “B16.47-2011” to “B16.47-2017.”
Under “ASTM”:
Updated “A126-2004 (R2009)” to “A126-2004 (R2014)”.
(3) Under “ASME Standards”:
(a) Updated “B31.1-2016” to “B31.1-2018”;
(b) Changed B16.25 “Note (5)” to “Note (4)”;
(c) Changed B31.1 “Note (4)” to “Note (3)”.
Under “Notes”:
(a) Replaced the reference “Paragraph 136.4.5(A-5)” with “Paragraph 136.4.5(a)(5)” in Note “(2)”.
(b) Deleted Note “(3)”.
(c) Renumbered Notes “(4)” and “(5)” to Notes “(3)” and “(4)”.
Explanation
(1) Adopting the 2017 Edition of B16.25. [See Also “Figure PG-42.1”]
(2) Later revisions for these documents have been published. This change will make the references in the
2019 current. ASTM A126 was a reaffirmation so no background of changes was provided in the
proposal file.
(3) Adopting the latest edition of B31.1 (B31.1-2018 issued July 20, 2018) to keep BPVC I and B31.1 in
sync.
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Table A-370
Deleted.
Explanation
Not all the scopes listed on asme.org for the applicable Section I certificates are included in Table A-370
and the wording for some of those shown are not the same as shown on asme.org. Rather than revise
Table A-370 to match what is shown on the website (www.asme.org), both Table A-370 and Figure A-370
are being deleted. [See Also “Nonmandatory Appendix A, Figure A-370”]

Figure A-370
Deleted.
Explanation
Not all the scopes listed on asme.org for the applicable Section I certificates are included in Table A-370
and the wording for some of those shown are not the same as shown on asme.org. Rather than revise
Table A-370 to match what is shown on the website (www.asme.org), both Table A-370 and Figure A-370
are being deleted. [See Also “Nonmandatory Appendix A, Table A-370”]

Replaced the words “Nonmandatory Appendix” with “Section” and the reference “Mandatory Appendix II”
with “Table PG-4” in the first sentence.
Explanation
Nonmandatory Appendix A-391 to A-393 contains guidance for the use of U. S. Customary and SI units in
the BPV Code. A-391 contains the following opening sentence: "The equations in this Nonmandatory
Appendix are suitable for use only with either the U.S. Customary or the SI units provided in Mandatory
Appendix II, or with the units provided in the nomenclature associated with that equation." It is not clear
what is meant by: "The equations in this Nonmandatory Appendix..." Further, Appendix II contains a list of
standard units for use in Equations (U.S. Customary or SI). After discussion with the PTM for Nonmandatory
Appendix [Guidance for the Use of U.S. Customary and SI Units in the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel
Code], the conclusion reached is that the phrase: "The equations in this Non-mandatory Appendix..." in A-
391 should read: "The equations in this Section..."
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338 *Nonmandatory Appendix C 15-2589
Comprehensive revision of “Nonmandatory Appendix C”:

(1) Revised the Title of “Figure C-3-1”:
”Definitions of Terms for Local Circumferential Band Heating of Cylindrical Component Welds”;
(2) Revised the following definitions of “SB” and “t” under “Figure C-3-1”:
“SB = soak band width on the outside surface of the material over which the holding temperature
equals or exceeds the minimum and equals or is below the maximum required. The minimum
width is typically specified as W plus a multiple of t on each side of the weld.”
“t = nominal thickness of component, branch connection, nozzle neck, or attachment”
(3) Revised the Title of “Figure C-3-2”:
“Definitions of Terms for Local Circumferential Band With Branch Connection Attachment Weld to
Cylindrical Component”;
(4) Revised the following definitions of “SB”, “SBb”, “t, tb”, and “Wb” under “Figure C-3-2”:
“SB = soak band width on the outside surface of the material over which the holding temperature
equals or exceeds the minimum and equals or is below the maximum required. The minimum
width is typically specified as W plus a multiple of t on each side of the branch connection.”
“SBb = soak band width on the outside surface of the material on the branch connection. The
minimum width is typically specified as W plus a multiple of t on each side of the weld
attaching the branch connection.”
“t, tb = nominal thickness of component or branch connection.”
“Wb = widest width of weld attaching the branch connection to the component.”
(5) Deleted second paragraph of “C-4”.
(6) Revised subparagraph “C-4.1(b)”; Added the following subparagraphs “C-4.1(b)(1)” to “C-4.1(b)(3)”:
“Soak Band Width for PWHT. The minimum requirements for PWHT shall be as follows:
(1) For components less than or equal to NPS 4 (DN 100), the soak band shall be 1.5t on each
side of the weld at its greatest width.
(2) For components greater than NPS 4 (DN 100) but less than or equal to NPS 8 (DN 200), the
soak band shall be 6t on each side of the weld at its greatest width.
(3) For components greater than NPS 8 (DN 200), the soak band shall be 10t on each side of
the weld at its greatest width.”
(7) Replaced the paragraph and subparagraph of “C-4.2” with the following paragraph:
“The requirements for heated band width for PWHT shall at a minimum be equal to the soak band
width plus 4t on each side of the weld, where t = nominal wall thickness.”
(8) Deleted “Table C-4-1”.
(9) Revised subparagraph “C-4.3(b)”:
“(b) Gradient Control Band Width for PWHT. Requirements for the gradient control band width
shall be the heated band width plus 4t on each side of the weld, where t = nominal wall
thickness.”
(10) Deleted “Table C-4-2”.
(11) Revised the second sentence of paragraph “C-5”:
“Measurement of temperature is required during heating operations. During the heating cycle,
whenever temperatures exceed 800°F (425°C), a continuous record of the temperature shall be
made.”
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338 *Nonmandatory Appendix C 15-2589
Continued…
(12) Deleted subparagraph “C-5.2(a)(2)”; Renumbered “C-5.2(a)(3)” as the new “C-5.2(a)(2)”.

(13) Revised the new subparagraph “C-5.2(a)(2)” (formerly “C-5.2(a)(3)”) with the following:
“(2) Type K, Chromel–Alumel shall not be used above 2,300°F (1 260°C).”
(14) Deleted the words “, in accordance with C-5.3.1” in the first sentence; Deleted the words “See Figure
C-5.3.1” in the last sentence of the paragraph “C-5.3”.
(15) Deleted “C-5.3.1” and its figure “Figure C-5-3-1”.
(16) Revised the paragraph of “C-6.3.1” with the following:
“C-6.3.1 Heating Pads. The heating pads across the soak band shall be installed in such a way the
gaps between the heaters are minimized. When the nominal wall thickness of the pipe is less
than or equal to 1 in. (25 mm), the gaps between the heaters shall not be greater than 3/8 in.
(10 mm). When the nominal wall thickness of the component exceeds 1 in. (25 mm), the gaps
between the heaters shall not be greater than 1/3 the wall thickness. Where this is not possible,
a monitoring thermocouple shall be welded in the center of the gap.”
(17) Added metric units, DN, to the “Piping Size” in the “Table C- 6.3.2-1” as follow:
“Piping Size, NPS (DN)”, “Less than 6 (150)”, “6 (150) and up to 12 (300)”, “14 (350) and up to 30
(750)”, “Over 30 (750)”
Explanation
Nonmandatory Appendix C was based on AWS D10.10, which uses a controlled width of heated band to
reduce through wall temperature gradients during PWHT, which includes the formula for calculating the
"Minimum Heated Band Width Based upon Through Thickness Temperature Criterion" at the end of Table
2. Upon reviewing the background (AWS D10.10) to the formula, and found that it was based on a "best
guess" that seemed to work. The formula says that if you control the heat input on the outside of the pipe,
control heat loss along the pipe by conduction, and heat loss by convection along the inside of the pipe,
you will control the through thickness temperature gradient. That works in theory, but the AWS formula
addresses the conduction aspect by calculating the cross sectional area of the pipe wall on each side of
the heated area, and addresses convection by using a term called the “internal furnace volume” using the
cross sectional area of the pipe bore multiply by the heated length of the pipe on the outside. Nothing
considered about internal radiation, thermal conductivity of the pipe material, or convective heat transfer to
the internal fluid. It then uses a variable fudge factor called the “Hi” to try to make it all work. This
comprehensive revision attempts to use a different concept than heated band width that doesn't rely on this
fudge factor.
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360 Nonmandatory Appendix E, E-6 17-2662
Deleted the words and reference in the first sentence:

“and Section V, Article 1, Mandatory Appendix II, II-124.3”.
Explanation
Nonmandatory Appendix E-6 references PW-50 and Section V, Article 1, Mandatory Appendix II, II-124.3,
which is a "Training Outline". This should not be included as a qualification requirement. However, PW-50
does require the inclusion of the training, experience, and examination requirements in Section V, Article
1, Mandatory Appendix II, II-124 TRAINING OUTLINES, II-124.3 in the employer's written practice.

367 *Nonmandatory Appendix F 16-1931
This is a new Nonmandatory Appendix.
Explanation
This new Nonmandatory Appendix F, Design Guideline for Dissimilar Metal Welds between CSEF and
Austenitic Stainless Steels, is developed to provide best practices and enhanced safety of dissimilar metal
welds.
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