Ze and user defined SIF's

Posted by: Matt__Stewart

Ze and user defined SIF's - 10/09/15 09:00 AM

Does Caesar II apply the Ze stress reduction found in ASME B31.3 equation 20 at intersections with user defined branch piping SIF's? If so is their any way to turn this off?
Posted by: Dave Diehl

Re: Ze and user defined SIF's - 10/09/15 11:17 AM

If you do not identify that node as a tee (e.g. 5-WLT), CAESAR II will not apply Ze for a reduced outlet.
Posted by: Matt__Stewart

Re: Ze and user defined SIF's - 10/09/15 03:32 PM

Thank You!