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DESIGN CRITERIA
TERIA
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A
GUIDE TO SELECTING
ELECTING STANDARDS
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ESS EQUIPMENT INTERNALS
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PRG.PR.GEN.0003
PRG
PRG.PR.GE

Rev. 1

October 1996

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CONTENTS

1. GENERAL 3
1.1 Scope 3
1.2 References 3

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2. STANDARDS FOR PROCESS EQUIPMENT 4
2.1 Standards for vessels and tanks 4
2.2 Standards for columns 6
2.3 Standards for reactors 28
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1. GENERAL

1.1 Scope

The purpose of the present design criteria document is to list and detail, even if in a non-
no
exhaustive manner, the “standards” and arrangements that
at are normally
ally specified, mainly for
columns and vessels, in the process data sheets.

A
1.2 References

OPR.MO.XE.5011 Process engineering

ing for primary oil and chemical syste
ring systems
PRG.PR.VES.0001 Guide to selecting
ecting
cting and process siz
sizing vessels
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2. STANDARDS FOR PROCESS EQUIPMENT

2.1 Standards for vessels and tanks

The standards to be used for vessels and tanks are those already
lready specified
pecified in Design Criter
Criteria
PRG.PR.VES.0001 and listed below:

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STD.CR.GEN.7014 Flow straightener plate for
orr level ta
taps
STD.CR.GEN.7015÷7018 Flow straightener
STD.CR.GEN.7030 Entrance with curve
ve and anti-erosion plate on horizontal
rve horizonta equipment
equipmen
STD.CR.GEN.7032 Entrance with
h open distributor
d
STD.CR.GEN.7033 Entrance with
w slotted
otted distributor
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STD.CR.GEN.7038
STD.CR.GEN.7042

STD.CR.IN.7051
STD.CR.IN.7052
Entrance
ance
nce with curve
Lateral
ateral head vvapor outlet
Lateral bottom liquid outlet (rotated 180°)
vessels
Demister pack supports for horizontal vess
vesse
vessels
Demister pack supports for vertical ves
vess
53
STD.CR.IN.7053 Demister pack
ack supports for vertica
vertical vessels
EN.7060
STD.CR.GEN.7060 Downcomers for horizontal ves
vess
vessels
ding on the process needs, other company standards
Depending stand
standa may also be specified, such as:
TD.CR.GEN.7012
.CR.GEN.7012
STD.CR.GEN.7012 Support saddles for ve
ves
vessels
STD.CR.GEN.7020
D.CR.GEN.7020 Supports for manh
manho
manhole covers
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STD.CR.GEN.7021
D.CR.GEN.7021 Hinges ffor man
manholes or handholes
STD.CR.GEN.7023
.CR.GEN.7023 Gunite ccov
covering anchorages for vessels
STD.CR.GEN.7025
R.GEN.7025 Nozzle
Nozzles for vessels
STD.CR.GEN.7026 Inc
Inclined nozzles for vessels
STD.CR.GEN.7027 Inclined nozzles for vessels
STD.CR.GEN.7028
STD.CR.GEN Special connections for plated or coated equipment
STD.CR.GEN.7029
GEN Tangential entrance with impingement plate
STD.CR.GEN.7031
STD.CR.GEN.7
R.GEN Tangential distributor for vertical equipment
STD.CR.GEN.7035
STD.CR.GE
D.CR.G Central entrance with curve
STD.CR.GEN.7036
STD.CR
STD.C Entrance with tangential curve
STD.CR.GEN.7037
STD
ST Entrance with tangential curve and impingement plate
STD.CR.GEN.7040 Feed or reflux distributors
STD.CR.GEN.7041 Feed or reflux distributors
STD.CR.GEN.7050 Demisters for horizontal equipment

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STD.CR.GEN.7068 Internal stairs

STD.CR.IN.7054 Demister pack supports for horizontal vessels
ssels
sels
STD.CR.IN.7055 Demister pack supports for vertical vessels
essels
els
STD.TK.CR.7322 Fixed roof tank - inspection hatch for level indicator
STD.TK.CR.7323 Fixed roof tank - open vent with
ith flame trap

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STD.TK.CR.7324 Fixed roof tank – open vent
ent
nt
STD.TK.CR.7344 Automatic level indicator
ator
tor installation
installatio
STD.TK.FR.7329 Foam diffuser forr floating roof tank
tanks
STD.TK.FR.7341 Guide pipe for
orr floating rooff tanks connector
nks with sampling hatch connecto
con
STD.TK.FR.7342 Guide pipe
pee for floating
flo roof tanks indicator
ks with automatic level indic
connector
ctor
tor
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STD.TK.GEN.7302
STD.TK.GEN.7305
STD.TK.GEN.7349
Fixed
xed and floa
Storage tanks with flflanged
Useful height d
anged inlets/outlets
definition
drainage with pit
floating roof storage tanks – bottom drain
heating coils
s/outlets for hea
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2.1.1 Inlet nozzle for vertical vessels

The arrangements shown in Fig. 2.1.1.a can be provided for.

A
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D=D
Diametro interno D = Internal diameter
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Fig. 2.1.1.a
1.1.a - Inle
Inlet nozzle for vertical vessels

2.2 Standards for columns

use in fractionating columns are shown on the following pages. Where

A series of standards to us
the standards listed in section 2.1 are also specified.
applicable, th
It should checked that the standard, which has general validity, does not require
d be chec
tions or sspecific instructions for adaptation to special needs connected with the specific
modifications
project.
t.
e standards
The stand
standa indicated in this section are essentially standards recommended by Fractionation
Research, Inc. (FRI), with the additional notes also coming from this source.
Resear
Researc

2.2.1 Intermediate feed inlet in liquid phase

Inte
In

For the arrangement to specify for the intermediate feed in the liquid phase, please refer to Figs.
2.2.1.a, 2.2.1.b and 2.2.1.c.
The arrangement in Fig. 2.2.1.a is to be specified in cases where partial vaporization is possible
and when the fed liquid is more than 30% of the liquid in the downcomer or in the extractive

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distillations with solvent. An impingement plate should be provided if the

e fed fluid is h
hot (feed
temperature more than 50°C above the temperature of the liquid in the downcomer).
Do not specify the arrangements in Fig. 2.2.1.b if the mixture (feed plus
us tray liquid)
liquid can generate
generat
tems.
vapor, if the system tends to create foam or in high-pressure systems.
In the case where the lower tray is of the two-pass type, the arrangementsnts shown
shown in Fig. 2.2.1.c,
types A, B, C and D, should be provided. In the case of two-pass trays, s, a tray below a central

A
downcomer, the A-type arrangement should be provided d if the liquid mixes at the tray inlet, while
th the liquid in output from the tra
the B-type should be provided if the feed will mix with tray. In the
angent line of the distributor.
latter case, the holes shall be made on the lower tangent

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Diametro Nominale Nominal Size NPS 1 1½ 2 3 t4

Ø Fori - Ø Holes mm 8 10 15 20 25

TS Spaziatura
paziatu tra i piatti TS Tray Spacing

(1) I fori sa
saranno egualmente spaziati.
sara (1) Holes shall be equally spaced.
(2) Verificare
Verifi
Veri che l’area totale dei fori non sia superiore (2) Verify that the total holes area is not more than half of
alla
al metà della sezione del distributore. the distributor cross-section area.

Fig. 2.2.1.a - Intermediate feed inlet in liquid phase

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A
ZZ Fig. 2.2.1.b - Intermediate
rmediate
mediate feed inlet in liquid phase / alternative arrangement
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Fig. 2.2.1.c - Intermediate feed inlet in liquid phase / two-pass tray

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2.2.2 Intermediate feed inlet in vapor phase

An arrangement as shown in Fig. 2.2.2.a, of type A or B, should be

e provided.
provide For low vapor
vap
flows, type B should be provided.
arrangemen
In the case of feeding a two-pass tray, provide for only one nozzle with type B arrangement,
aligned with the central downcomer if the tray above has side downcomers,
mers, otherwise provide
for two nozzles with type A arrangement, aligned on n the diameter orthogonal to the side

A
downcomers.

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D Diametro
Diametr
Diame interno D Internal diameter
TSf = Spaziatura
S normale + D TSf = Normal Tray Spacing + D

Fig. 2.2.2.a - Intermediate feed inlet in vapor phase

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2.2.3 Intermediate feed inlet in mixed phase

An arrangement as shown in Fig. 2.2.3.a, of type A or B, should ld

d be provided.
pro Type B is
derant
rant part of the ttray’s liquid
preferable, especially when the flow of liquid in input is a preponderant
load.
nly one feed
In the case of feeding a two-pass tray, provide for only d nozzle (type A or B
arrangements), aligned with the central downcomer if the tray above has side downcomers,

A
otherwise provide for type B.

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D Diametro
ametro interno D Internal diameter
Tsf Spaz.
paz. normale
no +D Tsf Normal spacing + D

Fig. 2.2.3.a - Intermediate feed inlet in mixed phase

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2.2.4 Reflux inlet on top tray

For a single-pass tray, an arrangement as shown in Fig. 2.2.4.a should

uld
d be provided.
prov

A
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A Come larghezza del discendente del piatto A As tray downcomer width

B Come l'altezza sotto lo stramazzo
stram
strama del piatto, min. 15 B As tray downcomer clearance, 15 mm min.
mm D Reflux inlet nozzle internal diameter
D Diametro interno del boc
Diametr bocchello ingresso riflusso

Fig. 2.2.4.a - Reflux inlet on top tray

In the
he case of two-pass trays and central downcomers, the same arrangement shall be applied
to each half of the tray. In the case of side downcomers an arrangement as shown in Fig.
2.2.4. can be provided, while if the downcomer is central, the arrangement in Fig. 2.2.4.c
2.2.4.b
sho
should be provided.

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A
ZZ A
B
C
D
Come larghezza del discendente
Il maggiore tra D/2 e 150
B-25 mm
Diametro interno
cendente
endente del
50 mm
de piatto

no bocchello di ingresso riflusso

A
B
C
D
As tray downcomer width
D/2 or 150 mm min.
B-25 mm
Reflux
m
ux inlet nozzle
noz
no
wid

internal diameter
E Pari a 2/3 la
a spaziatura dei piatti E Equal to 2/3
2 of tray spacing

Fig. 2.2.4.b - Reflux inlet on top tray / two-p

two-pass / side downcomers
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A
ZZ
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A Come la larghezza del discendente del successivo

su
s A As downcomer width of following central-pass tray
piatto
atto a passaggio
passag centrale
B Come l'altezza sotto lo stramazzo d
del piatto B As tray downcomer clearance
C 1,5 volte il diametro bocchello C 1.5 times nozzle diameter
D Diametro interno
Dia D Internal diameter

Fig.
Fig. 2.2.4
2.2.4.c - Reflux inlet on top tray / two-pass / central downcomer

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2.2.5 Feed in mixed-phase on top tray

For a single-pass tray, an arrangement as shown in Fig. 2.2.5.a, of type A or B, should be

gement
ment should also be used in
provided. In addition to the case of a feed inlet, the type B arrangement
that of a reflux inlet.
In the case of a two-pass tray with central downcomer, the e same arrangement
gement shall be applied
h side downcomers, an arrangement as
to each half of the tray. In the case of a two-pass tray with

A
ed.
shown in Fig. 2.2.5.b, of type A or B, should be provided.

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A Come
Com la spaziatura del piatto A As tray spacing
B Pari
P a 1/2 della spaziatura del piatto
Pa B Equal to 1/2 of the tray spacing
C Pari a 2/3 della spaziatura del piatto C Equal to 2/3 of the tray spacing

Fig. 2.2.5.a - Mixed-phase feeding on top tray / single-pass tray

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A
ZZ Note:
1. La tubazione di ingresso sarà accuratamente
sopra la canale di distribuzione..
2. Per il numero e diametro dei
Fig. 2.2.1.a.
D Diametro interno bocchello

Fig. 2.2.5.b
hello
ello
curatamente
uratamente cent
centrata

eii fori fare riferimento alla

b - Mixed-phase feeding
ng on top tray / two-pass
a
Notes:
1. Inlet pipe
device.
2. Refer to Fig. 2.2.1.a for the
holes.
D Nozzle internal diame

wo-pass tray / side downcomers

diameter
diamete
accurately
ipe shall be centered a
accura
ccu over distribution

th number and diameter of

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2.2.6 Seal pot

A
ZZ A
B
C
D
E
Come il discendente del piatto

Pari a B
Pari a 2·B
Come la spaziatura
iatto
atto
Come l’altezza sotto lo stramazzo del piatto

ziatura dei piatti

A
B
C
D
E
As tray downcomer width
As tray downcomer clearance
Equal to
oB
Equal to 2·B
As tray spacing
spacin
clea
cle

Prevedere fori
ri di drenaggio Ø = 10 mm Provide
ovide holes Ø = 10 mm for drainage purposes
N. = 1 per diametri colonna d1500 mm No. = 1 for tower ID d1500 mm
>150 e d4000 mm
N. = 2 per diametri colonna >1500 No. = 2 for tower 1500<ID d4000 mm
N. = 3 per diametri colonna > 4000 mm No. = 3 for tower ID >4000 mm

Fig. 2.2.6.a - Seal pot

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2.2.7 Feed
d in vapor phase or mixed phase below the bottom tray
The arrangements shown in Fig. 2.2.7.a
2.2 can be provided.

Fig. 2.2.7.a - Feed in vapor phase below the bottom tray, single-pass tray

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In the case of two-pass trays and central downcomers, a type A arrangement ment as shown
show in Fig.
2.2.7.b, can be provided, while in the case of a two-pass tray with side downcomers, the type
ty B
arrangement can be provided, as shown in the same figure. The he seal pot beneath the
t
downcomer shall be as specified in section 2.2.6.

A
ZZ Fig. 2.2.7.b
2.7.b - Feed in vapor phase below the bottom ttray, two-pass tray

2.2.8 Top vapor outlet

When n demisters are not contemplated, provide for

for the
th arrangement in Fig. 2.2.8.a, otherwise
ovide
ide for the arrangement in Fig. 2.2.8.b.
provide
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Fig. 2.2.8.a - Top vapor outlet

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A
ZZ Fig. 2.2.8.b
2.8.b - Top vapor outlet

2.2.9 Partial liquid

d draw-off

Provide
de
e the type A arrangement in Fig. 2.2.9.a for a ssi
single-pass tray and the type B for a two-
pass
ss tray. In the case of side downcomers, type B should
sh be provided for each downcomer. The
nozzle following formula:
zle diameter shall be determined by the follow
followi
D = 44 ˜ Q0.4
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where:
re:
conditions, in m3/h
Q = liquid flow under specified cco
D = nozzle diameter in NPS
In the type B arrangement, normally only one outlet nozzle is provided, unless height “A”
th requires an increase in the spacing between the draw-off tray and
implicates a vessel depth that
the tray below case, two outlet nozzles on opposite ends of the same diameter must be
below. In this ca
provided.
d.

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A
ZZ
BO

A Pari
ari a 1.5 volte la perdita di cariccarico
cari attraverso il A 1.5 times entrance loss through nozzle or 1½·D,
bocchello un’altezza pari a 1½·D.
chello di prelievo o min. un’altezz whichever is the greater
B Come il discendente del piatto B As tray downcomer width
C Pari a 3
Pa ˜D
3˜D C Three times the outlet nozzle diameter
D bocchello di uscita
Diametro interno del bocch
Diame D Outlet nozzle internal diameter
fori di drenaggio Ø = 10 mm
Prevedere for Provide holes Ø = 10 mm for drain purpose
N. = 1 per diametri colonna d1500 mm No. = 1 for tower ID d1500 mm
N. = 2 per diamdiametri colonna >1500 e d4000 mm No. = 2 for tower 1500<ID d4000 mm
N. = 3 perpe didiametri colonna > 4000 mm No. = 3 for tower ID >4000 mm

Fig. 2.2.9.a - Partial liquid draw-off

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2.2.10 Total liquid draw-off

When a residence time is not required, the arrangement in Fig. 2.2.10.a

2.10.
10.a
a can be provided. For
F
angement. For the
trays with two downcomer passes, duplicate the single-pass tray arrangement. th return of
liquid, the type A arrangement shown in section 2.2.1 should be
e provided.
ded.
If a residence time is required, the height “H” should be changed to satisfy the minimum
required time or, in alternative, a chimney tray provided. This last solution is preferable however

A
d”).
in the case of high-flow reflux circulation (“pumparound”).

ZZ
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A Come il discendente del piatto

pia A As tray downcomer width
B discendente dei piatti
Come l'l'altezza sotto il di B As tray downcomer clearance
C eguale a B C equal to B
D Diametro
ametro interno D Internal diameter
E Altezza
tezza del pelo libero sulla diga di tenuta
d pel E Liquid head on seal weir
F 2·E o 100
10 m mm min. F 2·E or 100 mm min.
G 2·F G 2·F
H Funzione
Funz
Fun dell’hold-up richiesto o pari a 1.5 volte la H As required to satisfy the hold-up requirement or 1.5
perdita
p
pe di carico attraverso il bocchello di prelievo o times entrance losses through outlet nozzle or nozzle
min. un’altezza pari al diametro. diameter, whichever is the greater.

Fig. 2.2.10.a - Total liquid draw-off

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2.2.11 Chimney trays

The chimney tray is usually envisaged for total draw-off, but it can alsolso
so be specified
spe in the ca
case
al passes
of partial draw-off if, for example, the underlying trays have several asses with liquid return and
the tray is used for a transition between two zones with differentt numbersers of passes.
ray above is single-pass and the type
The type shown in Fig. 2.2.11.a should be provided if the tray
shown in Fig. 2.2.11.b if the tray above is two-pass. For details regarding the draw-off tank, see

A
section 2.2.9.

ZZ
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A Pari
Par a 1½·D. A Equal to 1½·D
B Pari a due volte l'altezza di liquido nel discend
dis
discendente B Equal to twice the downcomer filling
D Diametro interno bocchello di uscita D Outlet nozzle internal diameter
Note: Notes:
1. Prevedere controllore di livello se il piatto è a prelievo 1. Provide level controller if the tray to be used as total
totale. draw-off.
2. La sezione
s caminetti sarà t dell’area libera
totale dei camin 2. The chimneys’ total area shall be equal or greater than the
pia
del piatto A
superiore. Anche l’area laterale tra la free area of the tray above. Also, the lateral area between
sommità del caminetto ed il tegolo di protezione sarà chimney top and chimney hat shall be equal or greater than
t dell’area
dell’are libera del piatto superiore the free area of the tray above.

Fig. 2.2.11.a - Chimney tray / single-pass tray above

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A
ZZ
A Pari
ari a 1½·D. A Equal
Eq to 1½·D
B Pari a due volte l'altezza di liquido nel discendente. B Equal to twice the downcomer filling.
C 150 mm
m min. C 150 mm min.
D Diametro interno bocchello di uscita D Outlet nozzle internal diameter
Note: Notes:
1. Prevedere controllore di livello se il piatto è a prelievo 1. Provide level controller if the tray to be used as total
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totale.
to draw-off.
2. La sezione totale dei caminetti sarà t dell’area
de libera 2. The chimneys’ total area shall be equal or greater than the
del piatto superiore. Anche l’area laterale
lat tra la free area of the above tray. Also, the lateral area between
sommità del caminetto ed il tegolo di protezione
prote
pr sarà chimney top and chimney hat shall be equal or greater than
t dell’area libera del piatto superiore the free area of the tray above.

Fig. 2.2.11.b
2.2. - Chimney tray / two-pass tray above

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2.2.12 Transition between zones with different numbers of passes

The following figures show some arrangements for transition from a one-pass
one-pas zone to a two-tw
rangements
ngements are ind
pass zone (Fig. 2.2.10.a, types A and B) and vice versa. These arrangements indicative and
their finalization must be studied and specified, consulting with
h the constructor
onstructor of the inte
internals.
Special attention must be given to these arrangements as s their realization
ization often involves an
increase in spacing.

A
Tipo A / Type A Tipo B / Type B

ZZ
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Fig. 2.2.12.a - Transition between zones with different numbers of passes

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2.2.13 Column/Reboiler arrangement

2.2.13.1 “Once through” reboilers

A
ZZ
Fig. 2.2.13.1.a - “On
“Once through” reboilers
“Onc
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2.2.13.2 Recirculation reboilers

A
ZZ
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Fig. 2.2.13.1.b - Recirculation reboilers

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2.2.14 Thermocouple well

A
ZZ
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Fig. 2.2.14.a
4.a - Ther
Thermometric well in liquid phase

Fig. 2.2.14.b - Thermometric well in vapor phase

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2.2.15 Coke strainer

A
ZZ
d = diametro interno del bocchello di uscita
us d = outlet nozzle internal diameter
D = diametro del filtro D = strainer diameter
H = altezza del filtro H = strainer height
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N = numero dei fori del filtro N = number of holes in filter

Note
e Notes
1 D = 2d, salvo il caso in cui sia previsto l'impl'impiego
l'im di un "tar 1 D = 2d, except in cases where a tar pot is provided.
pot". In questo caso il filtro è collocato
ocato sopra
sop il "tar pot" ed il
sopr In this case the filter is located just over the pot and its
suo diametro
ametro è uguale a quello del "tar pot".
po diameter equals the diameter of the pot.
2 N va calcolato
olato in modo che l'arl'area libera totale del filtro sia
ea lib 2 N number of holes to give total area = 400% of the area of
almeno 400% della sezione del bocchello
bocc
boc di fondo. bottoms nozzle.
calcolato in modo che sul ffiltro siano praticabili tutti i fori
3 H va cal 3 As required for holes or 300 mm min
calcolati o 300
3 mm min.
4 Apertura
ertura anulare
anu drenaggio.
di drenagg 4 Annular clearance under strainer for drainage purposes.

Fig. 2.2.15.a - Coke strainer

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2.3 Standards for reactors

2.3.1 Company Standards

Where required, the below-listed company standards shall be specified:

d:
STD.CR.RC.7004 Catalyst load and unload accessories
essories

A
STD.CR.RC.7005 Catalyst load hopper
STD.CR.RC.7006 pes
Catalyst discharge pipes
STD.CR.RC.7007 atalyst
talyst loading
Cloth tubes for catalyst

2.3.2 Reactor inlet nozzle

The inlet nozzle, for both vapor and

d mixed
mixed-phase ffeeding,
eeding, shall be constructed as shown
ssh in Fig.
ZZ 3.3.2.a.
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Nota:
Nota
Le aperture longitudinali saranno il numero massimo,
considerando una spaziatura minima di 100 mm.
L’altezza delle aperture longitudinali sarà tale da
garantire una velocità massima di 10 m/s.
Note:
Provide the maximum number of longitudinal slots,
considering a minimum spacing of 100 mm
The slots height shall be determined to ensure a
maximum velocity of 10 m/s.

Fig. 2.3.2.a - Reactor inlet nozzle

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2.3.3 Reactor outlet nozzle

A manifold, the arrangement of which is shown in Fig. 2.3.3, shall be

e placed above
a the reactor
reac
outlet nozzle.

A
ZZ
Nota: Note:
1. L’altezza
altezza del collettore sarà tale da assicurare una 1. T
The height of the collector ring shall be such to
velocità massima, attraverso l’area forata, di 10 m/s. ensure a max. outlet velocity, through the slotted
area, of 10 m/s.
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Fig.
g. 2.
2.3.3.a - Reactor outlet nozzle

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2.3.4 Distributor tray

In the case of mixed-phase feeding, a distributor tray (Fig. 2.3.4.a)

4.a)
.a) shall be provided and
a
d whenever there is a division
positioned over the catalytic bed (and which shall also be provided
of the catalyst volume over several beds).
The distributor tray shall be divided into sectors that can bee dismantled
d off a size that can pass
through the manhole (detail A). Each sector will contain ontain a series of bubble caps, the

A
g. 2.3.4.a,
constructional characteristics of which are shown in Fig. 2.3.4. detail B.

ZZ
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Fi 2.3.4.a -Distributor tray

Fig.

Revision Memorandum

Oct. 1996 Rev. 1

- General revision and substitution of previous “Guide for preparation of process data
sheets for primary systems equipment”

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