Synopsis of Changes BPVC Sec I Ed2023

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ASME BPVC Section I Edition 2023

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ASME Section I Edition 2023 Changes
General comment
1. A project was undertaken to improve the presentation of content for better clarity. As part of this ‘clarity
project’ many paragraphs or sections have been re written with renumbering of sub paragraphs, sub clauses or
conditions and presenting the content in a manner easily understood. Thus, there may not be any revision of
requirements, but we may find some of the sentences reworded for better presentation.
2. Units of measurements rationalized to denote load/force and mass .For example pound force and pound
mass at many places presented as ‘lbf’ and ‘lbm’
3. Consistent use of certain terms like ‘psi’ instead of pound per square inch
4. Following highlighters used to identify changes in this presentation
Significant changes
New added paragraph or sentence

Revised, rewritten or modified text or paragraphs
Deleted text
Title of presentation here

List of Sections – Edition 2023 Edition 2021
List of Sections
1. Under Section III, Division 4 added
2. Title of Section XI and subtitle of Section XI, Division 2
revised
1. Under Section III, Division 4 added
• Division 2 — Code for Concrete Containments
• Division 3 — Containment Systems for Transportation and Storage of Spent Nuclear
Fuel and High-Level
Radioactive Material
• Division 4 — Fusion Energy Devices
• Division 5 — High Temperature Reactors
2. Title of Section XI and subtitle of Section XI, Division 2 revised
XI Rules for Inservice Inspection of Nuclear Reactor Facility Components

• Division 1 — Rules for Inspection and Testing of Components of Light-Water-Cooled
Plants
• Division 2 — Requirements for Reliability and Integrity Management (RIM)
Programs for Nuclear Reactor Facilities

List of Sections – Edition 2023 Edition 2021
1. Information on interpretations and Code cases moved to Submittal of Technical Inquiries to the Boiler and
“Correspondence With the Committee” Pressure Vessel Standards Committees .
Reactor Facilities
CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE COMMITTEE replaces the

old title “Submittal of Technical Inquiries ……” to describe,
errata, code cases and interpretation.

Preamble– Edition 2023
Edition 2021
Preamble
1. In last paragraph, last sentence added
A pressure vessel in which an organic fluid is vaporized by the application of heat resulting
from the combustion of fuel (solid, liquid, or gaseous) or from solar radiation shall be
constructed under the provisions of Section I. Vessels in which vapor is generated
incidental to the operation of a processing system, containing a number of pressure vessels
such as used in chemical and petroleum manufacture, are not covered by the rules of
Section I. Liquified petroleum gas vaporizers are not covered by the rules of
Section I.

Cross-Referencing in the ASME BPVC– Edition 2023
Edition 2021
• Cross-Referencing in the ASME BPVC
1. Updated the method of presentation and numbering
para, sub para
Paragraphs within the ASME BPVC may include subparagraph breakdowns, i.e., nested lists. The following is a guide to
the designation and cross-referencing of subparagraph breakdowns:
(a) Hierarchy of Subparagraph Breakdowns
(1) First-level breakdowns are designated as (a), (b), (c), etc.
(2) Second-level breakdowns are designated as (1), (2), (3), etc.
(3) Third-level breakdowns are designated as (-a), (-b), (-c), etc.
(4) Fourth-level breakdowns are designated as (-1), (-2), (-3), etc.

Updated
(5) Fifth-level breakdowns are designated as (+a), (+b), (+c), etc.
(6) Sixth-level breakdowns are designated as (+1), (+2), etc.
(b) Cross-References to Subparagraph Breakdowns. Cross-references within an alphanumerically designated paragraph
(e.g., PG-1, UIG-56.1, NCD-3223) do not include the alphanumerical designator of that paragraph. The crossreferences
to subparagraph breakdowns follow the hierarchy of the designators under which the breakdown appears. The
following examples show the format:
(1) If X.1(c)(1)(-a) is referenced in X.1(c)(1), it will be referenced as (-a).
(2) If X.1(c)(1)(-a) is referenced in X.1(c)(2), it will be referenced as (1)(-a).
(3) If X.1(c)(1)(-a) is referenced in X.1(e)(1), it will be referenced as (c)(1)(-a).
(4) If X.1(c)(1)(-a) is referenced in X.2(c)(2), it will be referenced as X.1(c)(1)(-a).

PG-1– Edition 2023
Edition 2021
PG-1
1. Re written for clarity
PG-1 SCOPE
The requirements of Part PG apply to the following:
(a) power boiler
(b) high-pressure, high-temperature water boilers,
(c) liquid phase thermal fluid heaters,
(d) parts and appurtenances of the above.
These shall be used in conjunction with the specific requirements in the
applicable Parts of this Section that pertain to the methods of construction
used.

Table PG-4-1– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Table PG-4-1
1. Second and third columns revised
2. Notes added
Added

PG-5.1– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PG-5.1
1. Reference to PG-14 to include rivets added
PG-5.1 Except as otherwise permitted in PG-8.2, PG-8.3, PG-10, and PG-11, material subject to stress due to
pressure shall conform to one of the specifications given in Section II and shall be limited to those that are
listed in the Tables of Section II, Part D. The Manufacturer shall ensure that the correct material has been
received and is properly identified before proceeding with construction (see A-302.4). Materials shall not be
used at temperatures above those for which stress values are limited, for Section I construction, in the
Tables of Section II, Part D. Specific additional requirements described in PG-5 through PG-14 shall be met
as applicable.

PG-11.5
1. Revised to include brazing
PG-11.5 A Manufacturer holding an ASME Certificate of Authorization may provide standard pressure parts in
accordance with PG-11.4. In lieu of the requirements of PG-11.4.4, such organizations may subcontract for
welding (including brazing) services to an individual or an organization that does not hold an ASME
Certificate of Authorization, provided the conditions of PG-11.5.1 through PG-11.5.10 are met.

PG-5.5
1. Reference to PMB-5.5 added
PG-5.5 The use of austenitic alloy steel is permitted for boiler pressure parts that are steam touched in
normal operation. Except as specifically provided in PG-9.1.1, PG-12, PEB-5.3, PMB-5.5, and PFE-4, the use
of such austenitic alloys for boiler pressure parts that are water wetted in normal service is prohibited.1

PG-11.5.2– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PG-11.5.2
1. Brazing added
PG-11.5.2 The Certificate Holder’s quality control system shall provide for the following activities associated
with subcontracting of welding (including brazing) operations, and these provisions shall be acceptable
to the Manufacturer’s Authorized Inspection Agency:
(a) the welding processes permitted by this Section that are permitted to be subcontracted
(b) welding operations
(c) Authorized Inspection activities
(d) placement of the Certificate Holder’s marking in accordance with PG-11.4.8

PG-11.5.8
1. Revised to add brazing
PG-11.5.8 The Certificate Holder shall be responsible for controlling the quality
and ensuring that all materials and parts that are welded (including brazed) by
subcontractors and submitted to the Authorized Inspector for acceptance
conform to all applicable requirements of this Section.

PG-19– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PG-19
1. Re written and renumbered for clarity.
PG-19.1 The cold-formed areas of pressure-retaining components manufactured of austenitic alloys shall be heat
treated for 20 min per inch of thickness or for 10 min, whichever is greater, at the temperatures given in Table PG-19
when both of the following conditions exist:
(a) the finishing-forming temperature is below the minimum heat-treating temperature given in Table PG-19
(b) the design metal temperature and the forming strains exceed the limits shown in Table PG-19.
PG-19.2 Forming strains shall be calculated as follows:
(a) Cylinders formed from plate
(b) Spherical or dished heads formed from plate
(c) Tube and pipe bends

Table PG-19– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Table PG-19
1. General Note revised with current clause number
GENERAL NOTE: The limits shown are for cylinders formed from plates, spherical or dished heads formed
from plate, and tube and pipe bends. When the forming strains cannot be calculated as shown in PG-19.2,
the forming strain limits shall be half those tabulated in this Table (see PG-19.3).

Table PG-20– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Table PG-20
1. General Note revised to reflect current clause number
GENERAL NOTE: The limits shown are for cylinders formed from plates, spherical or dished heads formed
from plate, and tube and pipe bends. The forming strain limits tabulated in the table shall be divided by two
if PG-19.3 is applied. For any material formed at 1,300°F (705°C) or above, and for cold swages, flares, or
upsets, normalizing and tempering is required regardless of the amount of strain.

PG-27.4.6
1. In-text table revised in its entirety connected with lowest
temperature in stress table rather than materials grade

Figure PG-31– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Figure PG-31
1. Illustration (a) revised for C value

PG-42.1
1. Endnote 12 revised (see Endnotes)
12 Classes 25 and 800 are not applicable to Section I.
12. Class 25 is not applicable to Section I.

• PG-42.2
1. Revised
PG-42.2 Marking. All valves and fittings shall be

marked in accordance with the ASME product
standard except that the pressure-rating marking
may be omitted from:

• PG-53
1. Revised to clarify the pressure part as drum and
headers
PG-53.1 The rules in this paragraph apply to groups of

)
three or more openings that do not form a definite pattern
in pressure parts (e.g., drums and headers). (For definite
patterns, see PG-52.)

Figure PG-53.2.2-1– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Figure PG-53.2.2-1
1. Deleted Worked out Examples moved to Nonmandatory
A-76
The worked-out example

deleted

PG-56.1.1 & PG-56.1.2– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PG-56.1.1 & PG-56.1.2
1. Load as force unit ‘lbf’
L = actual unit load calculated from PG-56.1.2, lbf/in.
(N/mm)
Similar changes to designate lb mass and lb force may be

found in PG-67.2.1.4, PG-67.2.1.6, PG-67.4.3.1, PG-
112.2.8, PR-15.4, PL-36.9.1, PVG-12.6, VIII-8, A-12,A-13,A-
14,A-15,A-17,A-44,A-66,A-67,A-69,A-70.2.4,A-71,A-72,A-73,
A-74,A-75,A-353 and A-393

Figure PG-58.2-2– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Figure PG-58.2-2
1. Revised
Figure PG-58.2-2 revised for editorial changes, renumbering

of illustration from (1), (2),( 3) to (a), (b), (c )

• Figure PG-58.2-4
1. Revised

• Figure PG-58.2-5
1. Revised

PG-58.4.3
1. Revised with sub para introduced PG-58.4.3.1 , PG-
58.4.3.2 & PG-58.4.4 for clarity
2. Existing PG-58.4.4 renumbered as PG-58.4.5

•PG-67.1 Re written for clarity
R PG-67.1 Minimum Number of Pressure Relief Valves Required
(a) Each boiler shall have at least one pressure relief valve.
(b) Boilers with more than 500 ft2 (47 m2) of bare tube water-heating surface shall
have two or more pressure relief valves.
(c) Boilers with combined bare tube and extended water-heating surface exceeding
500 ft² (47 m²) shall
have two or more pressure relief valves when the maximum designed steaming
capacity, as determined
by the Manufacturer, exceeds 4,000 lbm/hr (1 800 kg/h).
(d) Electric boilers with a power input more than 1,100 kW shall have two or more
pressure relief valves.
(e) Organic fluid vaporizer generators require special consideration as given in Part
PVG.

•Change
• PG-67.5
1. Tables PG-67.5 and PG-67.5M moved to Nonmandatory Appendix
A, redesignated as Tables A-400 and A-400M, respectively.
2. PG-67.5 revised to make reference to New Non mandatory
Appendix A-400
PG-67.5 Pressure relief valves or power-actuated pressure-

relieving valves shall be tested in accordance with the
requirements of PG-69, and shall be credited with capacities
as determined by the provisions of PG-69. For pressures over
3,200 psig (22.1 MPa), the rated relieving capacity, W, shall
be multiplied by the appropriate supercritical correction
factor, Ksc, from Nonmandatory Appendix A, Table A-400,
(Table A-400M).

PG-68
1. PG-68.1, PG-68.2, re written with subclause for clarity
2. Tables PG-68.7 and PG-68.7M moved to Nonmandatory Appendix A
and redesignated as Tables A-401 and A-401M, respectively
3. PG-68.3 ‘lbm’ used for capacity mass and PG-68.7 made reference
to NM Appendix A401
PG-68.1 Except as permitted in PG-58.3.2, every attached superheater shall have one or more pressure relief valves in the steam flow
path between the superheater outlet and the first stop valve.
(a) The location shall be suitable for the service intended and shall provide the overpressure protection required.
(b) The pressure drop upstream of each pressure relief valve shall be considered in the determination of set pressure and relieving
capacity of that valve.
(c) The pressure relief valve, or valves, may be located anywhere in the length of the superheater outlet header, provided
(1) the header has a full, free steam passage from end to end
(2) the header is so constructed that steam is supplied to it at practically equal intervals throughout its length so that there is a
uniform flow of steam through the superheater tubes and the header
PG-68.2 The discharge capacity of the pressure relief valve, or valves, on an attached superheater may be included in determining the
number and size of the pressure relief valves for the boiler, provided
(a) there are no intervening valves between the superheater pressure relief valve and the boiler
(b) the discharge capacity of the pressure relief valve, or valves, on the boiler, as distinct from the superheater is at least 75% of the
aggregate valve capacity required.
PG-68.3 Every isolable superheater that may be shut off from the boiler and permit the superheater to become a fired pressure vessel
and all nonintegral separately fired superheaters shall have one or more pressure relief valves having a discharge capacity equal to 6
lbm/ft2 (29 kg/m2) of steam per hour, using the superheater surface measured on the side exposed to the hot gases. As an alternative
the Manufacturer may also calculate the minimum pressure relief valve discharge capacity in lbm (kg) of steam per hour from the
maximum expected heat absorption (as determined by the Manufacturer) in Btu/hr (W), divided by 1,000 (646). In the case of
electrically heated superheaters, the pressure relief valve capacity shall be based upon 31∕2 lbm/hr/kW (1.6 kg/h/kW) input. The number
of pressure relief valves installed shall be such that the total capacity is at least equal to that required. Pressure relief valves for
separately fired superheaters shall be located in accordance with the rules of PG-68.1 and the mounting rules of PG-71.
PG-68.7 The capacity of a pressure relief valve on superheated steam shall be calculated by multiplying the capacity determined in
accordance with PG-69.2 by the appropriate superheat correction factor Ksh, from Nonmandatory Appendix A, Table A-401 (Table A-
401M).

PG-69
1. First sentence revised “their” instead of his
2. PG-69.1.2, PG-69.1.3, PG-69.1.5, and 69.6 deleted since those had
reference to Non-Mandatory Appendix G which is now deleted
3. PG-69.2 revised to remove reference to NM Appendix G
PG-69.1 Before the Certification Mark is applied to any pressure relief

valve or power-actuated pressure relieving valve, the valve
manufacturer (see Note below) shall have the relieving capacity of
their pressure relief valves certified in accordance with the provisions
of this paragraph.
PG-69.2 Relieving capacities shall be determined using one of the
methods in Section XIII, 9.7.4 through 9.7.6. PG-69.2.1 through PG-
69.2.6 have been transferred to Section XIII. See Nonmandatory
Appendix G for a complete cross-reference list

PG-71.3
1. Revised to include provision for Changeover valves in between
safety relief and boiler by including new sub para PG-71.3.1 and
PG-71.3.2; Code case 2254 incorporated
PG-71.3 The opening or connection between the boiler and the pressure
relief valve shall have at least the area of the valve inlet. No valve of any
description, except as allowed by PG-71.3.1, shall be placed between the
required pressure relief valve or valves and the boiler, nor on the
discharge pipe between the pressure relief valve and the atmosphere
PG-71.3.1 A changeover valve may be installed between pressure relief
valves and the boiler or piping to be protected [excluding organic fluid
vaporizers (Part PVG), thermal fluid heaters (Part PTFH), and PRVs in
liquid service] when the following conditions are met:
(a) The…...……………….
PG-71.3.2 Definition
changeover valve: a three-way stop or diverter valve with one inlet port
and two outlet ports designed to isolate either one of the two outlet ports
from the inlet port, but not both simultaneously during any mode of
operation.

PG-73.5.3
1. Subparagraph (a)(3) added when operating pressure is
higher than test equipment capacity.
PG-73.5.3 Leak Test.

(a) After completion of the tests required by PG-73.5.2, a seat tightness test
shall be conducted.
(1) For steam service pressure relief valves, the seat tightness test shall be
conducted using steam at the maximum expected operating pressure but
at a pressure not exceeding the reseating pressure of the valve. When
being tested, a valve exhibiting no sign of leakage shall be considered
adequately tight.
(2) For liquid service pressure relief valves, the seat tightness test shall be
conducted using water. The seat tightness test and acceptance criteria
shall be as designated by the valve manufacturer’s published
specifications or other specification agreed to by the boiler manufacturer.
(3) When the maximum expected operating pressure is beyond the
production test equipment capabilities, the seat tightness test and Added
acceptance criteria shall be as designated by the valve manufacturer's
published specifications or other specification agreed to by the boiler
Manufacturer.

PG-75
1. Introduced Para PG-75.1 to separate Visual examination
from other general requirement.
PG-75 GENERAL
The fabrication of boiler pressure parts shall conform to the general fabrication
requirements in the following paragraphs. Additional requirements for fabrication are
found in the Parts of this Section that pertain to the methods of construction used.
PG-75.1 Visual examination shall be performed to verify requirements for dimensions,
joint preparation, and alignment prior to welding or joining, and finished weld
conditions, as follows:
(a) Visual examination shall be confined to the portions of the assembly that are
exposed to unobstructed observation with the unaided eye (or with corrective lenses).
This is normally performed when access is sufficient to place the eye within
approximately 24 in. (600 mm) and at an angle not less than approximately 30 deg to the
surface to be examined. Mirrors may be used to achieve a view of the component to be
examined.
(b) Lighting of the area being examined must be adequate to provide clear observation,
with no shadows and essentially free of glare. Supplementary lighting may be used
where natural lighting is inadequate for proper examination.
(c) The area under observation shall be clean and free of all “loose” foreign materials
such as scale, sand, weld spatter and slag, cutting chips, etc.
(d) At the discretion of the Manufacturer or the Inspector, supplemental visual
examination methods may be used to verify acceptability of suspect areas.
(e) At the option of the Manufacturer, visual examination may be performed in
accordance with Section V, Article 9.

• PG-76.1
1. Split into two sentences for clarity
PG-76.1 Plates may be cut by machining, punching, shearing, electric

arc or gas process, laser, thermal or plasma processes, or high
pressure water jet (with or without abrasives or other additives). Any
unfinished edge shall retain sufficient metal to meet the
requirements of PG-79.

PG-104.1
1. Last paragraph revised to clarify that welded work if carried out by
outside organization , code certification needed. Work other than
welding may be subcontracted, and work shall be done as per
Manufacturer QCM
2. Note 2 revised to clarify the responsibility of piping supplier if different
from Boiler Manufacturer. Note hydrotest of completed boiler!!
No Manufacturer or assembler may accept Code responsibility for welding that falls
within the scope of the Code, that is performed by employees of any other organization,
except through proper Code certification as provided in PG-11.5 or PW-1.2.
Subcontracted work other than welding that is performed by employees of any other
organization shall follow the Manufacturer's written quality control system. The
responsibilities set forth herein relate only to Code compliance and are not to be
construed as involving contractual relations or legal liabilities.
NOTE:
(1) Boiler Manufacturer or Manufacturer as used in PG-104 or other paragraphs referenced to this Note may also be an
Engineering-Contractor organization with or without fabricating facilities, but having the capability of providing a design
specification that establishes the pressure and temperature conditions for each component of a complete boiler unit and
of assembling the fabricated parts in the field with authorization from the Society to use the Certification Mark with the
“S” Designator in accordance with the Code provisions in PG-105.3.
(2) When boiler external piping within the scope of Section I is furnished by other than
the boiler Manufacturer, the boiler Manufacturer is not responsible for the Code
certification of such piping. The organizations that furnish and that install such external
piping by either welding or mechanical assembly shall furnish proper Code certification
(PG-104.2) for such piping including Manufacturers’ Data Report Form P-4A as required
by PG-112.2.5 and PG-112.3. The hydrostatic test of the completed boiler shall be
documented on Form P-4A.

• PG-105
1. Subparagraph (g) revised
PG-105.1 Authorization. Except as permitted in PG-105.5, no organization may assume responsibility for
Code construction without having first received from the ASME a Certificate of Authorization to use the
Certification Mark (see Figure PG-105.1) and Designators. The Designators used with the Certification Mark
are defined as follows:
(a) S — power boiler Designator
(b) M — miniature boiler Designator
(c) E — electric boiler Designator
(d) A — boiler assembly Designator
(e) PP — pressure piping Designator
(f) V — boiler pressure relief valve Designator
(g) PRT I — fabricated parts Designator

Each boiler, superheater, waterwall, economizer, or boiler part to which a Certification Mark is to be applied
shall be fabricated by a Manufacturer who is in possession of a Certificate of Authorization to use the
Certification Mark with appropriate Designator.

Figure PG-105.1– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Figure PG-105.1
1. Illustration (g) revised

PG-106.7 PG-106.7.1 and PG-106.7.2 revised for following editorial

corrections:
a) Use of the term “Engineering Contractor” consistently through
out in line with Form P-3A and Appendix A-356
b) To correct for gender neutrality by introducing terms like
“Assemblers AI etc...

PG-106.8.1
1. Revised to introduce designator and PRT I to identify
with Sec I
PG-106.8.1 When only apart of the boiler is supplied and the data are recorded on Form P-4,
Manufacturer’s Partial Data Report (see PG-112.2.4), the part shall be stamped with
(a) Certification Mark and appropriate Designator above the word

“part”
(b) certified by (name of Manufacturer)
(c) Manufacturer’s serial number of the part
(d) year built
When stamping with the Certification Mark with the "PRT I" Designator,
the word "part" may be eliminated from the stamping. Parts may be stamped with the
Certification Mark without being pressure tested prior to shipment (see PG-112 for requirements
for documentation and stamping of pressure parts that do not contain pressure-retaining welds).

PG-110
1. Subparagraphs (e) revised to change unit of capacity to lbm/hr
2. Subparagraph (h) revised to add sentence with additional
requirement of unique mark on pilot and main valves to establish
association
(h) The pilot of a pilot-operated pressure relief valve

shall be plainly marked by the Manufacturer or
Assembler showing the name of the Manufacturer,
the Manufacturer’s design or type number, the set
pressure in psi (MPa), and the year built, or
alternatively, a coding that the Manufacturer can use
to identify the year built. The pilot and main valve of
a pilot-operated pressure relief valve shall each be
marked with the same unique identifier to establish
association of both components.
Added

PG-112.2.5
1. Revised to prescribe Form P-4A for boiler external
piping ,both welded and mechanically assembled ,when
furnished by organization other than Boiler Manufacturer
2. Form P-4B scrapped
PG-112.2.5 FormP-4A shall be used to record boiler external piping

when required by PG-109.1.2. Form P-4A shall be used when the
fabricated piping, either welded or mechanically assembled, is not
furnished by the boiler Manufacturer but is furnished by an
organization not contractually responsible to the Manufacturer [see
PG-104.1, Note (1)]. The organization responsible for the fabrication
and installation of this piping shall have the responsibility for
distributing copies of Form P-4A to the inspection agency and proper
authorities. The organization certifying Form P-4A retains the
responsibility for the Code design and shall retain the Form P-4A for a
minimum of 5 yr.

Table PW-11– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Table PW-11
1. General Notes (g) revised to clarify when volumetric
examination required RT shall be used for thick less than
13mm
2. Note(h) revised for spelling correction ‘electroslag’
(g) When volumetric examination is required and the thickness is

below 1∕2 in. (13 mm), RT shall be used.
(h) Both RT and UT examination are required for welds in ferritic materials using the
electroslag process. If a grain refining (austenizing) heat treatment is used, the
UT examination shall be performed after the heat treatment is completed. If an
austenizing heat treatment is not used, the UT examination shall be done after an
intermediate postweld heat treatment or after the final postweld heat treatment is
completed.

Figure PW-16.1– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Figure PW-16.1
1. Callout for illustrations (a) and (c) revised
Revised

PW-26– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
• PW-26
1. Rewritten for clarity
PW-26 GENERAL
The rules in the following paragraphs apply to the
manufacture of boilers and boiler parts fabricated by
welding. They shall be used with the fabrication
requirements in Part PG and other Parts of this Section for
the specific boiler types under consideration.

PW-27.4– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
• PW-27.4
1. Added new paragraph PW-27.4 and subsequent
paragraphs renumbered
PW-27.4 Capacitor discharge welding may be used for attaching bare

wire thermocouples to pressure containing parts within the
limitations given in PW-39.8.
PW-27.5 Definitions are given in Section IX, which include variations
of these processes.
PW-27.6 When welding UNS N06230 with filler metal of the same
nominal composition as the base metal, only GMAW or GTAW
processes are allowed.

PW-28.1.3 Butt joints welded from one side (single welded butt joints), including welds made to PW-41.2, where complete penetration at the root is required, shall conform to the following:
PW-28– Edition 2023 (a) Single-welded butt joint design shall be considered an essential variable.
(b) No additional testing is required beyond that required by Section IX. Welding procedures may be simultaneously qualified by more than one organization as permitted in Section IX, QG-106.4, provided that each organization accepts full
PW-28
responsibility for any such qualification and complies with other requirements of Section IX for documentation of welding records. The Manufacturer’s or Assembler’s written quality control program shall include requirements for addressing the
requirements of Section IX, QG-106.4.
1. Entire section rewritten for some

PW-28.2 Production welding shall not begin until the procedures, welders, and welding operators have been qualified. Performance qualification by volumetric NDE, in conformance with Section IX, QW-304 for welders or QW-305 for welding
operators, may be performed. The weld used for the performance qualification shall be contained within the first 3 ft (1 m) of the first production weld.
PW-28.3 The Manufacturer shall maintain qualification records of the welding procedures, welders, and welding operators employed in accordance with Section IX. These records shall be controlled in accordance with the Manufacturer’s Quality
Control System and be accessible to the Authorized Inspector. Continuity records for welders and welding operators need not be retained for more than 5 yr.
editorial corrections, deleting words PW-28.3.1 The Manufacturer shall establish a procedure, except as permitted in PW-28.3.2 and PW-28.3.3, that identifies the welders or welding operators who made each welded joint. One or more of the following methods acceptable to the
Authorized Inspector may be used:
(a) The welders or welding operators may stamp their identification mark on or adjacent to all welded joints made by them, or adjacent to a continuous weld or a series of similar joints they made at intervals of not greater than 3 ft (1 m).
which repeat the requirement of (b) In lieu of stamping, the Manufacturer may keep a record of welded joints and the welders or welding operators used in making the joints.
PW-28.3.2 When making multiple load-carrying or nonload-carrying structural attachment welds on pressure parts, the Manufacturer need not identify the welder or welding operator that welded each individual joint, provided
section IX, reorganizing some (a) The Manufacturer’s Quality Control System includes a procedure whereby the identity of the welders or welding operators that made such welds on each pressure part will be maintained so that the Inspector can verify that the welders or
welding operators were all properly qualified.
(b) the welds are all the same type and configuration and are welded with the same welding procedure specification.
paragraphs. PW-28.3.3 For pressure-retaining or load-bearing attachment welds, tack welds that become part of the final weld are not required to be traceable to a welder or welding operator. The Quality Control System of the Manufacturer shall include a
procedure to permit the Inspector to verify that such tack welds were made by qualified welders or welding operators.
PW-28.4 Prior to the start of production welding, where stud welding is used to attach load-carrying studs, a production test weld of the procedure and welding operator shall be performed on a separate test plate or tube. This weld test shall
consist of five studs, welded and subjected to either the bend or torque stud weld testing described in Section IX.
PW-28.5 If tube butt welds are made using the flash welding process, production testing shall be performed in accordance with Section IX, QW-199.1.3 as follows:
(a) one sample shall be tested at the start of production
(b) one sample shall be tested at the beginning, midpoint, and end of each work shift
(c) when production shifts are consecutive, a test at the end of the shift may serve as the test for the beginning of the next shift
(d) when a welding operator is replaced during production
(e) if any machine settings are changed When any production run weld fails to pass the required tests, the following actions shall be taken:
(1) Welding parameters shall be adjusted until two consecutive welds pass the bend test.
(2) All welds that were made after the previous successful test shall be either
(-a) cut out and rewelded, or
(-b) cut out and tested in reverse sequence of welding until two successive welds pass the tests.

PW-28.1.3- Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PW-28.1.3
1. Revised to allow weld procedure qualification
simultaneously by multiple organization
2. Single welded butt joint design additional essential
variable
PW-28.1.3 Butt joints welded from one side (single welded

butt joints), including welds made to PW-41.2,
where complete penetration at the root is required,
shall conform to the following:
(a) Single-welded butt joint design shall be considered
an essential variable.
(b) No additional testing is required beyond that
required by Section IX.
Welding procedures may be simultaneously qualified
by more than one organization as permitted in Section
IX, QG-106.4, provided that each organization accepts
full responsibility for any such qualification and complies
with other requirements of Section IX for documentation
of welding records. The Manufacturer’s or Assembler’s
written quality control program shall include requirements
for addressing the requirements of Section IX,
QG-106.4.

PW-35– Edition 2023
PW-35
1. PW-35.1 revised /rearranged for clarity
PW-35.1 Butt welds shall have complete joint penetration. Weld metal may be
added as reinforcement on each face of the weld to ensure that the weld grooves
are completely filled and that the surface of the weld metal at any point is not
below the surface of the adjoining base materials. The thickness of the weld
reinforcement on each face shall not exceed the following:
Table
As-welded surfaces are permitted; however, the following apply:

(a) The surface of the welds shall be sufficiently free from coarse ripples, grooves,
overlaps, abrupt ridges, and valleys to avoid stress raisers.
(b) Undercuts shall not exceed 1∕32 in. (0.8 mm) or 10% of the wall thickness,
whichever is less, and shall not
encroach on the required section thickness.
(c) The surfaces of the finished weld shall be suitable to permit proper
interpretation of the nondestructive examinations.

PW-38.6
1. Ferritic material to clarify applicability of pre heat
2. Additional paragraph added to clarify that preheat may
be applied to the side which requires it in case two
different P No being joined
PW-38.6 When welding two different ferritic P-number

materials, the minimum preheat temperature shall be the
higher temperature for the materials to be welded.
When different P-Number materials are joined by welding
where one requires preheat above 50°Fb(10°C), and the
other does not, the preheat need only be maintained on the
side of the welded joint requiring the higher preheat. The
thickness of the base metal shall not exceed 5∕8 in. (16 mm)
on either side of the weld

PW-39.2
1. PW-39.2(b) has been revised with additional sub
paragraph PW-39.2(b)(2) to describe exemption of final
PWHT of welded joint for dissimilar P-No when buttering
of the part which require heat treatment is done
(2) Post weld heat treatment may be omitted from the final
weld when the part that is not exempt is buttered and heat
treated in accordance with the rules of Section I.
(-a) The welding procedure specification shall be qualified in
accordance with Section IX, QW-283 for welds with buttering.
(-b) The weld consumable used for the buttering and the final
fill shall either
(-1) have a chemistry nominally matching the P Number that
is exempted from post weld heat treatment within the rules
of Tables PW-39-1 through PW-39-14, or
(-2) be an austenitic or nickel-based weld consumable.

Table PW-39-1– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Table PW-39-1
1. In General Note (b)(2), last sentence deleted by
errata
(b) Post weld heat treatment is not mandatory for P-No. 1 Groups 2
and 3 materials under the following conditions:
(1) when the nominal thickness of a weld as defined in PW-39.3 is 3∕4
in. (19 mm) or less.
(2) 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

Table PW-39-4
1. In General Note (a), (6)(d) re written for clarity
(6) for corrosion-resistant weld metal overlay of P-No. 5A pipe or

tube, provided the following conditions are met:
(a) a minimum preheat of 300°F (150°C) is applied when the thickness
exceeds 1∕2 in. (13 mm)
(b) overlay is applied using GTAW or GMAW with a 360 deg spiral
deposition technique
(c) overlay cladding thickness does not exceed 1∕8 in. (3 mm)
(d) the tube or pipe material
(1) does not exceed NPS 5 (DN 125) outside diameter
(2) is not used as a drum or shell

Table PW-39-5
1. Third column deleted by errata
2. General Note (a) corrected by errata
Deleted
GENERAL NOTES:
(a) Post weld heat treatment is not mandatory for electric resistance welds used to
attach extended heat-absorbing fins to pipe and tube materials, provided the following
requirements are met:
corrected
(1) a maximum pipe or tube size of NPS 4 (DN 100)
(2) a maximum specified carbon content (SA material specification carbon content, except when further
limited by the Purchaser to a value within the specification limits) of not more than 0.15%
(3) a maximum fin thickness of 1∕8 in. (3 mm)
(4) prior to using the welding procedure, the Manufacturer shall demonstrate that the heat-affected zone
does not encroach upon the required minimum wall thickness

Table PW-39.2– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Table PW-39.2
1. In columns 5A and 5B, third entry “1,250 – 1,300 (675 – 705)”
corrected by errata to “1,250 – 1,350 (675 – 730)”

PW-41.2.2– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PW-41.2.2
1. Re written with sections (a), (b), (c ),..for clarity
PW-41.2.2 The welding of butt joints from one side (single‐welded butt joints)
requires complete penetration at the root of the weld.
(a) Complete penetration at the root of the weld shall be demonstrated by the
qualification of the procedure being used to make the weld and shall be qualified
per PW-28.1.4.
(b) When complete penetration at the root of the weld cannot be demonstrated,
the welding procedure shall include a backing ring or equivalent.
(c) The depth of weld measured shall not be less than the thinner of the two parts
being joined.
(d) Welds performed without a backing ring shall have a maximum concavity
depth equal to the lesser of 3∕32 in. (2.5 mm) or 20% of the minimum required
thickness (based on the thinner pipe or tube being joined).
(e) The contour of the concavity shall be smooth and the resulting thickness of
the weld, including reinforcement, shall be at least equal to the minimum
required thickness of the thinner pipe or tube. The depth of the weld concavity
allowed under the rules of this paragraph shall be reduced by an amount equal to
any net thickness replacement used, as permitted in PW-41.2.3.

PW-50– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PW-50
1. Re written for clarity
PW-50 QUALIFICATION OF NONDESTRUCTIVE EXAMINATION PERSONNEL
PW-50.1 The Manufacturer shall be responsible for assuring that non-destructive
examination (NDE) personnel have been qualified and certified in accordance with their
employer’s written practice prior to performing or evaluating radiographic or ultrasonic
examinations required by this Section. SNT-TC-1A4 or CP-189 shall be used as a
guideline for employers to establish their written practice. When the following
techniques are used, the training, experience, and examination requirements in Section
V, Article 1, Mandatory Appendix II shall also be included in the employer's written
practice, as applicable:
(a) computed radiography (CR)
(b) digital radiography (DR)
(c) phased array ultrasonic testing (PAUT)
(d) ultrasonic time-of-flight diffraction (TOFD)
National or international Central Certification Programs will satisfy the examination and
demonstration requirements of the employer’s written practice. Provisions for training,
experience, qualification, and certification of NDE personnel shall be described in the
Manufacturer’s quality control system (see PG-105.4).

PW-51 and PW-52 – Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PW-51 and PW-52
1. Re written completely for clarity

PW-51.4, 51.5 and PW-52.2– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PW-52
1. PW-51.4 clarified that code required document is
the RT review form
2. Retention of radiography records etc. mentioned
under new PW-51.5
3. PW-52.2 to clarify UT records and retention.
PW-51.4 For the purposes of the Manufacturer’s

Quality Program, the Code Document is the radiograph
review form as required by Section V, Article 2, T-292.

PR-7– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
• PR-7
1. Editorial
PR-7 CRUSHING/COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH OF PLATES

The resistance to crushing (compressive strength) of material may be determined by testing in
accordance with ASTM E9 of the actual material under consideration. Alternatively, the following
values in psi (MPa) may be used:
(a) SA-204 all grades: 95,000 (655)
(b) SA-285, SA-515 all grades: 95,000 (655)
(c) SA-516 all grades: 95,000 (655)
Similar changes may be found in PR-17.2, PL-21.2.2,PFT-26.1, V-

2.2, V-6,A-22.6.1.4, A-22.6.2.4,A-22.6.3.2

PL-17– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
•Change
• PL-17
1. Cross-reference revised for para added
PL-17 GENERAL
The rules in PL-18 through PL-49 apply specifically to
the design of steam locomotive boilers and parts
thereof. These rules shall be used in conjunction with
the general requirements for design in Part PG and
with the specific requirements for design in the
applicable Parts of this Section that apply to the
method of fabrication used.

PL-49– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PL-49
1. New paragraph PL-49 added for Internal or dome throttle
valve
PL-49 INTERNAL OR DOME THROTTLE VALVES

Throttle valves installed on the pressure side of a locomotive boiler shall be equipped
with an indicator to show whether the valve is open or closed. In the case of a manually
operated handle to open and close the valve at the operator’s station, the location of
the handle in the quadrant may be used to indicate the position of the valve.
Internal throttle valves shall be designed to the same MAWP of the boiler and withstand
the required hydrostatic test of the boiler.
Throttle valve bodies and standpipes shall be braced to resist mechanical forces from
the operating linkage and inertial forces associated with normal railroad operation (e.g.,
coupling, slack)

PFT-29– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PFT-29
1. Title revised
2. Existing paragraph designated as PFT-29.1 and PFT-29.2
added to include fillet welded stay bolts
PFT-29 FLEXIBLE AND FILLET-WELDED STAYBOLTS
PFT-29.1 Flexible-type stay bolts having a cover cap welded under the provisions of PW-15 to the outer
sheet may be used in the construction of locomotive type boilers, provided the bolts are hollow-drilled from
the threaded end into and partly through the ball head to allow for proper inspection, and so that any
breakage is disclosed by leakage at the inner end. These welded joints need not be post weld heat treated or
volumetrically examined.
PFT-29.2 Locomotive-type boilers [e.g., traction engine boilers,

locomotive boilers under 30 in. (750 mm) in outside diameter,
miniature live steam boilers] not falling under Part PL may use fillet-
welded stay bolts in accordance with PL-30.4.

PMB-5– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PMB-5
1. Modified the words in PMB-5.1 consistent with PEB-5.1.
2. Introduced a new paragraph PMB-5.5 and renamed the
existing paragraph PMB-5.5 to PMB-5.6.
3. Added PMB-5.5 reference to PG-5.5.
PMB-5.1 Unless specifically permitted elsewhere in this Section, materials used in the construction of
pressure parts for miniature boilers shall conform to one of the specifications in Section II and shall be
limited to those permitted by PG-6, PG-7, PG-8, and PG-9 for which allowable stress values are given
in Section II, Part D, Subpart 1, Tables 1A and 1B. Miscellaneous pressure parts shall conform to the
requirements of PG-11.
PMB-5.5 Miniature electric boilers of the immersion heater element type may be fabricated
of austenitic stainless steel types 304, 304L, 316, 316L, and 347 from the material
specifications listed in PG-6 and PG-9, provided that a precautionary statement indicating
that the boiler shall be operated using only deionized water, having a maximum
conductance of 1 micro Siemen per cm (1 μS/cm) [minimum specific resistivity of 1 megohm
per cm (1 MΩ/cm)], is clearly marked on the boiler in a visible location.
PMB-5.6 Due to the small size of parts of miniature boilers, the requirements of Identification, PG-77.1,
need not be met, provided the Manufacturer certifies on the Data Report accompanying the boiler that the
material is in accordance with the requirements of this Section. Provisions shall be made by Manufacturers
whereby they shall be able to supply complete information regarding the material and details of
construction of any boiler built under the provisions of this Code.

PEB-5.3– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PEB-5.3Editorial change to include heater element
PEB-5.3 Electric boilers of the immersion heater element type may be fabricated of austenitic
stainless steel type 304, 304L, 316, 316L, and 347 from the material specifications listed in PG-6 and PG-9,
provided that a precautionary statement indicating that the boiler shall be operated using only deionized
water, having a maximum conductance of 1 micro Siemen per cm (1 μS/cm) [minimum specific resistivity of
1 megohm per cm (1 MΩ/cm)], is clearly marked on the boiler in a visible location.

PVG-12.1– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PVG-12.1
1. First sentence revised for clarity
PVG-12.1 Pressure relief valves shall be of a totally enclosed type so designed that vapors escaping beyond
the valve seat shall not discharge into the atmosphere except through a discharge pipe that will
carry such vapors to a safe point of discharge. Discharge piping from the relief valve should be
designed and installed in accordance with the vaporizer manufacturer's and the fluid manufacturer's
recommendations and should consider any applicable safety concerns and any other applicable codes and
standards. A suitable condenser that will condense all the vapors discharged from the pressure relief valve
or other safe catchment may be used. Any discharge piping should not affect the performance or capacity of
the relief valve. The pressure relief valve shall not have a lifting lever. In addition to the marking
requirements of PG-110, the letters "PVG" shall be marked on the pressure relief valve or its nameplate. The
vaporizer shall be designed in accordance with the rules in this Code for a working pressure of at least 40 psi
(280 kPa) above the operating pressure at which it will be used. Valve body drains are not mandatory.

PFE-3.1– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
PFE-3.1
1. Cross-reference to Section VIII corrected
PFE-3.1
The economizer shall be provided with pressure relief valves in accordance with
PG-67.2.1.6. Economizers constructed to Section VIII, Division 1 shall be provided
with overpressure protection in accordance with the requirements of Section VIII,
Division 1, UG-150 through UG-156.

Figure PHRSG-4– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Figure PHRSG-4
1. Editorial correction in the figure

Mandatory Appendix III– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Mandatory Appendix III

1. The content is deleted. Reference made to CA-1
for Reapplication of Certification Mark

VII-1– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
VII-1
1. Subparagraph (d) added to refer to ASME CA-1
VII-1 REQUIREMENTS FOR ALTERNATE METHODS
Acceptable alternate methods include etching (laser, plasma, or chemical), peening, and engraving. The
following requirements apply:
(a) The applied ASME Certification Mark shall be permanent, clearly legible, and identical in size and
configuration to the ASME-issued stamp.
(b) The process controls for the method of marking shall be described in the Quality Control System and
shall be acceptable to the Authorized Inspector.
(c) The external surface condition where the marking is to be applied shall be clean, uncoated, and
unpainted.
(d) Additional provisions for alternative methods in applying the ASME Certification Mark
shall be in accordance with ASME CA-1.

Figure A-8– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
• Figure A-8
1. Cross-reference to “PW-11.4” corrected by errata to “PW-
11” in three places

Table A-44– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Table A-44
1. In column heads below U.S. Customary Units, "pounds” revised to
“pound mass”

A-76– Edition 2023
A-76
1. Added to clarify PG-53 for ligament efficiency and
worked out example for holes not in definite pattern
A-76 EXAMPLES OF METHODS TO DETERMINE LIGAMENT EFFICIENCY

(a) Efficiency Per PG-53.2.1. Determine the center-to-center dimension between the first and last hole over a
The following are examples of the applications of the rules in PG-53. PG-53.2.1 and PG-53.2.2 shall be used to distance less than or equal to the I.D. of the drum that produces the lowest average efficiency. In this
determine the efficiency of ligaments in groups of 3 or more openings not forming a definite pattern. The example, the area under consideration consists of 10 ligaments with a center-to-center distance of 54 in.
variables used in the examples are those defined in PG-52.1. between the first and last hole. The ligament efficiency is established as follows:
The examples shown may be used to clarify understanding of the typical applications of PG-53, which
include the determination of ligament efficiency when a mis drilled hole results in a ligament smaller than
that used to set MAWP and in the intentional design of irregularly spaced openings not forming a definite
pattern. The examples in (a) and (b) show an evaluation of acceptable efficiency based on the rules in PG-
53.2.1 and PG-53.2.2, respectively. These explanations are to be used with the rules in PG-53.2.1, PG-53.2.2,
Figure A-76-1, and the equations as shown in (a) and (b).
(b) Efficiency Per PG-53.2.2. Determine the center-to-center dimension between the first and last hole over a
Example: distance less than or equal to the inside radius of the drum.
A 54-in. I.D. drum has multiple rows of openings. The pitch between holes in the condition used to set MAWP In this example, the area under consideration consists of 6 ligaments with a center-to-center distance of 26.5
is 4.5 in in. between the first hole and last. The ligament efficiencyis established as follows:
A second row of holes is drilled in the pattern shown in Figure A-76-1 introducing a 4-in. space.
0.434(0.80) = 0.347
0.423 > 0.347

Figure A-76-1– Edition 2023
Figure A-76-1
1. Added

Method for Magnetic Particle Examination (MT)– Edition 2023
A-260 Method for Magnetic Particle Examination (MT)
1. Note added to clarify that examination must be done by
experienced people
2. A-260 re written for clarity
Note Added
METHODS FOR MAGNETIC PARTICLE A-260.3 Evaluation of Indications. Indications are revealed by the retention of magnetic particles. All such indications
are not necessarily imperfections. Excessive surface roughness, magnetic permeability variations (such as at the edge of
EXAMINATION (MT) heat-affected zones), etc., may produce similar indications that are not imperfections.
While the indication of an imperfection may be larger than the imperfection, the size of the indication is the basis for
NOTE: The satisfactory application of this examination method requires special skills in technique application and results acceptance evaluation. Any questionable or doubtful indications shall be reexamined to determine if they are relevant.
interpretation. The examinations addressed in this Appendix shall be performed by suitably experienced personnel.
A-260.4 Definitions. For use with A-260, the following definitions apply:
A-260
linear indication: an indication having a length greater than 3 times the width.
A-260.1 Scope. The requirements of this Appendix shall be followed whenever magnetic particle examination is required
by PG-93. The detailed examination method of Section V, Article 7 shall be used with the acceptance criteria specified in relevant indication: indication with any dimension greater than 1∕16 in. (1.5 mm).
this Appendix.
rounded indication: an indication of circular or elliptical shape with a length equal to or less than 3 times its width.
Magnetic particle examination shall be performed in accordance with a written procedure that has been demonstrated to
the satisfaction of the Inspector, and certified by the Manufacturer to be in accordance with the requirements of Section A-260.5 Acceptance Standards. All surfaces to be examined shall be free of the following:
V, Subsection A, Article 1, T-150(a) or T-150(b).
(a) relevant linear indications
A-260.2 Certification of Personnel. The Manufacturer shall certify that each magnetic particle examiner meets the
following requirements: (b) relevant rounded indications greater than 3∕16
(a) The examiner has vision, corrected as necessary, to enable reading a Jaeger Type No. 2 Standard Chart at a distance of in. (5 mm)
not less than 12 in. (300 mm). The examiner shall be capable of distinguishing and differentiating contrast between the
colors used for the examinations. These capabilities shall be checked annually. (c) four or more relevant rounded indications in a line
(b) The examiner is competent in the magnetic particle examination method for which they are certified, including separated by 1∕16 in. (1.5 mm) or less, edge to edge
performing the examination and interpreting and evaluating the results. Where the examination method consists of more
than one operation, they may be certified as being qualified only for one or more of these operations.

Method for Liquid Penetrant Examination (MT)– Edition 2023
A-270 Method for Liquid Penetrant Examination (PT)

1. Note added to clarify that examination must be done by
experienced people
2. A-270 re written for clarity
METHODS FOR LIQUID PENETRANT EXAMINATION (PT) A-270.3 Evaluation of Indications. While the indication of an imperfection may be larger than the
imperfection, the size of the indication is the basis for acceptance evaluation.
NOTE: The satisfactory application of this examination method requires special skills in technique
application and results interpretation. The examinations addressed in this Appendix shall be performed by
suitably experienced personnel. Any questionable or doubtful indications shall be reexamined to determine whether or not they are
relevant.
A-270
A-260.4 Definitions. For use with A-260, the following definitions apply:
A-270.1 Scope. The requirements of this Appendix shall be followed whenever liquid penetrant examination
is required by PG-93. The detailed examination method of Section V, Article 6 shall be used with the
acceptance criteria specified in this Appendix. linear indication: an indication having a length greater than 3 times the width.
Liquid penetrant examination shall be performed in accordance with a written procedure that has been relevant indication: indication with any dimension greater than 1∕16 in. (1.5 mm).
demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Inspector and certified by the Manufacturer to be in accordance with
the requirements of Section V, Subsection A, Article 1, T-150(a) or T-150(b). rounded indication: an indication of circular or elliptical shape with a length equal to or less than 3 times its
A-270.2 Certification of Personnel. The Manufacturer shall certify that each liquid penetrant examiner width.
meets the following requirements:
A-270.5 Acceptance Standards. All surfaces to be examined shall be free of the following:
(a) The examiner has vision, corrected as necessary, to enable reading a Jaeger Type No. 2 Standard Chart at
a distance of not less than 12 in. (300 mm). The examiner shall be capable of distinguishing and (a) relevant linear indications
differentiating contrast between the colors used for the examinations. These capabilities shall be checked
annually.
(b) relevant rounded indications greater than 3∕16 in. (5 mm)
(b) The examiner is competent in the techniques of the liquid penetrant examination method for which they
are certified, including performing the examination and interpreting and evaluating the results. Where
examination method consists of more than one operation, they may be certified as being qualified only for
one or more of these operations.

A-302.11– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
A-302.11
1. Reference updated to para PW-51.5 for RT reports
A-302.11 Records Retention. The Manufacturer or Assembler shall have a

system for the maintenance of radiographs (PW-51.5), UT reports (PW-52.2),
Manufacturer’s Data Reports (PG-113.3), and qualification maintenance records
for welders and welding operators ( P W - 2 8 . 4 ) and brazers and brazing
operators (PB-29.3) as required by this Section.

A-311– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
A-311
1. Deleted

A-317.1– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
A-317.1
1. Cross-references corrected
A-317 CYLINDRICAL COMPONENTS UNDER INTERNAL PRESSURE
A-317.1 General. The requirements of this Appendix may be used in place of the requirements of PG-27 to
determine the minimum required thickness or the maximum allowable working pressure of piping, tubes,
drums, shells, and headers for temperatures not exceeding those given for the various materials listed in
Section II, Part D, Subpart 1, Tables 1A and 1B. The calculated and ordered thickness of material must
include the requirements of PG-16.3, PG-16.4, and PG-16.5. Design calculations must include the loadings as
defined in PG-22. When required by the provisions of this Code, allowance must be provided in material
thickness for threading and minimum structural stability (see PWT-9.2 and A-317.3, Notes 3 and 5).

Form P-2, P-3, PL-1 – Edition 2023
• Form P-2, P-2A, P-2B

• Form P- 3, P-3A
• Form PL-1
1. Editorial changes

Form P-4– Edition 2023
Form P-4
1. Revised by adding a section to document BEP

Table A-354
1. Items (12) and (20) revised
2. Items (35) through (37) added for boiler external
piping
(12) Show the complete ASME Material Specification No. and Grade as listed in the maximum allowable
stress tables from Section II, Part D (e.g., “SA-285-B”). Exception: A specification number for a material not
identical to an ASME Specification may be shown only if such material meets the criteria in the Foreword of
this Section. When material is accepted through a Code Case, the applicable Case Number shall be shown.
(20) Use the following to designate size:
(a) Use NPS or DN designation (including the “NPS” or “DN” prefix) for pipe.
(b) For all other product forms, use either inside or outside dimensions and suffix “OUT.” or “INS.” as
applicable.
(35) Identify each section of piping (e.g., main steam, blow-off, boiler feed), including the section’s
identification number, if assigned.
(36) Show the maximum design pressure and temperature of the section of pipe (see ASME B31.1).
(37) Describe each section of piping, size, thickness, schedule, etc. Show the complete ASME Material
Specification No. and Grade as listed in the maximum allowable stress tables from Section II, Part D (e.g.,
“SA-106-B”).
EXCEPTION: A specification number for a material not identical to an ASME Specification maybe shown only
if such material meets thecriteria in the Foreword of this Section. When material is accepted through a Code
Case, the applicable Case number shall be shown.

Form P-4A– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Form P-4A
1. Revised
2. For “P-4A ID No.,” circled number “31” corrected by
errata to “22”

Table A-354.1– Edition 2023 Edition 2021
Table A-354.1
1. Item (15) revised to accommodate mechanically
assembled piping
(15) Describe sections of piping to be joined and indicate for each section of
piping if the piping is welded mechanically assembled, design of welded joint,
procedure to be followed, number passes, preheat, post heat, etc. (see ASME
B31.1).

Form P-4B , Table A-354.2 and P-5– Edition 2023
Form P-4B & Table A-354.2 – Deleted

Form P-5 : Under “Certificate of Compliance,” the Name “Engineering Contractor’ used consistently

Table A-356
1. Items (1) Engineering Contractor
(1) Name and address of boiler Manufacturer, i.e., maker of all components not covered by supporting Data
Reports or Engineering-Contractor who has assumed the Manufacturer’s Code responsibility for the
Design Specifications of the complete boiler unit.
(19) Show both capacities in units of lbm/hr (kg/h) and gpm (lpm) water; see PG-110.

Table A-357
1. Revised to indicate P-4A instead of P-4B

Table A-360– Edition 2023 Ed2021
Table A-360
1. Revised with updated reference standards and editions

A-393– Edition 2023 Ed2021
A-393
1. Mass and force designated as lbm and lbf
ASME Section I Ed.2023 Synopses of changes

A-400– Edition 2023
A-400
1. Added to transfer data from PG67.5 ...
A-400 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE CAPACITY CORRECTION FACTORS
Tables A-400 and A-401 (Tables A-400M and A-401M) show capacity correction factors of pressure relief
valves.

Nonmandatory Appendix C & Nonmandatory Appendix G– Edition 2023
Edition 2021
Nonmandatory Appendix C & Nonmandatory

Appendix G ‘Deleted ‘

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XI Rules for Inservice Inspection of Nuclear Reactor Facility Components

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CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE COMMITTEE replaces the

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the designation and cross-referencing of subparagraph breakdowns:

(a) Hierarchy of Subparagraph Breakdowns

(1) First-level breakdowns are designated as (a), (b), (c), etc.

(2) Second-level breakdowns are designated as (1), (2), (3), etc.

(3) Third-level breakdowns are designated as (-a), (-b), (-c), etc.

(4) Fourth-level breakdowns are designated as (-1), (-2), (-3), etc.

(6) Sixth-level breakdowns are designated as (+1), (+2), etc.

(b) Cross-References to Subparagraph Breakdowns. Cross-references within an alphanumerically designated paragraph

following examples show the format:

(1) If X.1(c)(1)(-a) is referenced in X.1(c)(1), it will be referenced as (-a).

(2) If X.1(c)(1)(-a) is referenced in X.1(c)(2), it will be referenced as (1)(-a).

(3) If X.1(c)(1)(-a) is referenced in X.1(e)(1), it will be referenced as (c)(1)(-a).

(4) If X.1(c)(1)(-a) is referenced in X.2(c)(2), it will be referenced as X.1(c)(1)(-a).

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(b) welding operations

(c) Authorized Inspection activities

(d) placement of the Certificate Holder’s marking in accordance with PG-11.4.8

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PG-19.2 Forming strains shall be calculated as follows:

(a) Cylinders formed from plate

(b) Spherical or dished heads formed from plate

(c) Tube and pipe bends

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12 Classes 25 and 800 are not applicable to Section I.

12. Class 25 is not applicable to Section I.

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PG-42.2 Marking. All valves and fittings shall be

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PG-53.1 The rules in this paragraph apply to groups of

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The worked-out example

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Similar changes to designate lb mass and lb force may be

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Figure PG-58.2-2 revised for editorial changes, renumbering

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PG-67.5 Pressure relief valves or power-actuated pressure-