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API 6DX : 2012

Superseded

Superseded

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ACTUATOR SIZING AND MOUNTING KITS FOR PIPELINE VALVES

Available format(s)

PDF

Language(s)

Russian, English

Published date

01-01-2012

Superseded date

14-02-2020

Superseded by

API STD 6DX : 2020

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Summarise this standard

API Foreword
Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Conformance
3 Normative references
4 Terms and definitions
5 Symbols and abbreviated terms
6 Actuator types and configurations
7 Design
8 Sizing
9 Instrumentation/regulation
10 Materials
11 Welding
12 Quality control
13 Testing
14 Surface protection
15 Marking
16 Preparation for shipment
17 Documentation
Annex A (informative) - Supplementary test requirements
Annex B (informative) - Optional documentation
Annex C (informative) - Purchasing guidelines
Annex D (normative) - Record retention
Annex E (informative) - Typical torque/thrust curves
Bibliography

Describes the requirements for mechanical integrity and sizing of actuators used on valves manufactured under ISO 14313 and API Specification 6D.

DevelopmentNote
Also numbered as ISO 12490. (10/2012)
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
63
PublisherName
American Petroleum Institute
Status
Superseded
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