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    The document discusses minimum leak path (MLP) requirements for welded joints in oil and gas services. It states that MLP is the minimum distance from the weld root to the nearest surface and depends on joint type and geometry. API 660 and ASME sec. IX have different MLP requirements. The document also discusses calculating throat thickness of fillet welds using a formula and explains that throat thickness determines weld strength and ability to transfer loads as well as ensuring code compliance.

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    The document discusses minimum leak path (MLP) requirements for welded joints in oil and gas services. It states that MLP is the minimum distance from the weld root to the nearest surface and depends on joint type and geometry. API 660 and ASME sec. IX have different MLP requirements. The document also discusses calculating throat thickness of fillet welds using a formula and explains that throat thickness determines weld strength and ability to transfer loads as well as ensuring code compliance.

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    The document discusses minimum leak path (MLP) requirements for welded joints in oil and gas services. It states that MLP is the minimum distance from the weld root to the nearest surface and depends on joint type and geometry. API 660 and ASME sec. IX have different MLP requirements. The document also discusses calculating throat thickness of fillet welds using a formula and explains that throat thickness determines weld strength and ability to transfer loads as well as ensuring code compliance.

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    Mechanical Issues in Oil & Gas Projects

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    The document discusses minimum leak path (MLP) requirements for welded joints in oil and gas services. It states that MLP is the minimum distance from the weld root to the nearest surface and depends on joint type and geometry. API 660 and ASME sec. IX have different MLP requirements. The document also discusses calculating throat thickness of fillet welds using a formula and explains that throat thickness determines weld strength and ability to transfer loads as well as ensuring code compliance.

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    Mechanical Issues in Oil & Gas Services

    Minimum Leeak Path (MLP)

    ▪Minimum Leak Path (MLP): is the minimum path where the media can leak and can be defined as
    the minimum distance in any direction from the root of the TTS weld to the nearest surface

    ▪MLPwill depend on the type of the joint (fillet / groove / Fillet + groove / … etc.) and the actual
    shape of the applications (concave / convex / actual geometry / …etc. )

    ▪ In API 660 it is required to be >= 2/3 nominal tube thickness

    ▪ In ASME sec. IX it is required to meet the design, but there is no specific requirements for how to
    be identified

    How we can calculate the fillet weld throat thickness, we can use the following formula:

    Throat Thickness = Leg Length × 0.707

    The throat thickness is the effective area of the weld that resists the applied forces. It is measured
    along a line perpendicular to the direction of the force. The leg length refers to the distance from the
    joint root to the toe of the fillet weld.

    Now, let's discuss why calculating the design throat thickness is important in strength design
    considerations:

    1. Load Transfer: The throat thickness determines the amount of load that can be transferred across
    the welded joint. A larger throat thickness corresponds to a stronger weld, allowing it to withstand
    higher forces without failure.

    2. Strength Design: In strength design, engineers aim to ensure that the weld joint can bear the
    applied forces without experiencing excessive deformation or failure. By calculating the design throat
    thickness, engineers can determine whether the weld will have adequate strength for the given load
    conditions.

    3. Stress Concentration: Welds introduce stress concentrations at the joint, which can lead to
    localized failure. Calculating the design throat thickness helps in evaluating the stress distribution
    and minimizing stress concentrations. A properly sized throat thickness distributes the stress more
    evenly, reducing the risk of failure.

    4. Code Compliance: Engineering codes and standards often specify minimum throat thickness
    requirements based on the type of load and the material being welded. By calculating the design
    throat thickness, you can verify compliance with the relevant codes and ensure that the weld meets
    the required strength specifications.

    In summary, calculating the design throat thickness is crucial in strength design considerations as it
    helps determine the weld's load-carrying capacity, assess stress concentrations, ensure compliance
    with codes, and prevent failure under applied forces.

    Ref photo sketch , weldconn

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