Richard,

If I replace the Y-lateral by a conventional reducing T (i.e 500X500X400 mm) or use an Olet of 400mm size, and change my 400 mm branch piping layout accordingly, can I use B31.1 Appendix-D or use the Olet manufacture' published SIF and then do the Caesar-II calculation?

Regards,

22 April 2008
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kumar