5-58 API STANDARD 650

Notes: may be butt-welded with a weld joint suitable for complete

1. Thickness of thinner plate joined (13 mm [1/2 in.] maximum). penetration and fusion.
2. When an annular plate is provided, the reinforcing plate shall be
regarded as a segment of the annular plate and shall be the same
• 4. Gasket material shall be specified by the Purchaser. The gasket mate-
rial shall meet service requirements based on product stored, design
width as the annular plate. metal temperature, maximum design temperature and fire resistance.
3. When the difference between the thickness of the annular ring and 5. The thickness (td) of the shell plate at the cleanout opening, the
that of the bottom reinforcing plate is less than 6 mm (1/4 in.), the reinforcing plate, and the neck plate, shall be equal to or greater
radial joint between the annular ring and the bottom reinforcing plate than the thickness (t) of the shell plate of the lowest shell course.

Figure 5.12—Flush-Type Cleanout Fittings (see Tables 5.9a, 5.9b, 5.10a, 5.10b, 5.11a, and 5.11b)
 WELDED TANKS FOR OIL STORAGE 5-59

Notes:
1. This weld is not required if the earth is stabilized with portland cement
at a ratio of not more than 1:12 or if the earth fill is replaced with concrete
for a lateral distance and depth of at least 300 mm (12 in.).
2. When Method A is used, before the bottom plate is attached to the
bottom reinforcing plate, (a) a sand cushion shall be placed flush with
the top of the bottom reinforcing plate, and (b) the earth fill and sand
cushion shall be thoroughly compacted.
3. When Method B, C, or D is used, before the bottom plate is
attached to the bottom reinforcing plate, (a) a sand cushion shall be
placed flush with the top of the bottom reinforcing plate, (b) the earth
fill and sand cushion shall be thoroughly compacted, and (c) grout
shall be placed under the reinforcing plate (if needed) to ensure a firm
bearing.

Figure 5.13—Flush-type Cleanout Fitting Supports (see 5.7.7)