Circular Section Sightglass complies with ASME VIII.
Press Release Summary:
Manufactured from ASME Section VIII-acceptable metals, Series NW Weld Pad Connection Circular Sightglasses are offered with nominal viewing diameters of 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 9 in. as standard for on-the-spot visual inspection of pipeline's contents. Lower flanges, constructed of carbon steel and stainless steel, can be supplied thicker if required to reinforce vessel opening. Products have standard ratings of 150 psig pressure and full vacuum at 300ºF.
Original Press Release:
Circular Section Sightglass Offers Full ASME VIII Code Compliance
Series NW Weld Pad Connection Circular Sightglasses are manufactured from ASME Section VIII acceptable metals. The lower flange can be supplied thicker if required to reinforce the vessel opening in accordance with ASME Section VIII requirements. These sightglasses have standard ratings of 150 PSIG (10.3 Barg) pressure and full vacuum at 300ºF (149ºC) temperature. Series NW sightglasses are offered with nominal viewing diameters of 3", 4", 5", 6", 7", and 9" as standard for on-the-spot visual inspection of a pipeline's contents. Optional accessories include Type I Wiper, Type II Wiper, and Type I spray washer or Type II spray washer assemblies.
Lower flanges constructed of carbon steel and stainless steel are standard. However, virtually any machinable alloy can be specified to meet user requirements. The standard lens is tempered soda lime for operating temperatures up to 300ºF (149ºC). Tempered borosilicate lens material is available for operating temperatures up to 500ºF (260ºC). Additional lens materials, including quartz and Vycor® are also available for higher temperatures.
For more information, call 201/767-4027, FAX 201/767-7870, visit www.papailias.com, or write Papailias Incorporated, 245 Pegasus Avenue, Northvale, NJ 07647.
