EN 13445-10:2015/prA1:2019
(Amendment)Unfired pressure vessels - Part 10: Additional requirements for pressure vessels of nickel and nickel alloys
Unfired pressure vessels - Part 10: Additional requirements for pressure vessels of nickel and nickel alloys
This Part 10 of this European Standard specifies requirements for unfired pressure vessels and their parts made of nickel and nickel alloys (see 3.1) in addition to the general requirements for unfired pressure vessels under EN 13445-1:2014, EN 13445-2:2014, EN 13445-3:2014, EN 13445-4:2014 and EN 13445-5:2014.
NOTE Cast materials are not included in this version. Details regarding cast materials will be subject to an amendment to or a revision of this European Standard.
Unbefeuerte Druckbehälter - Teil 10: Zusätzliche Anforderungen an Druckbehälter aus Nickel und Nickellegierungen
Récipients sous pression non soumis à la flamme - Partie 10 : Exigences complémentaires pour les récipients sous pression en nickel et alliages de nickel
Nekurjene tlačne posode - 10. del: Dodatne zahteve za tlačne posode iz niklja in nikljevih zlitin - Dopolnilo A1
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Publication Date
- 08-Aug-2021
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 54 - Unfired pressure vessels
- Current Stage
- 4098 - Decision to abandon - Enquiry
- Start Date
- 09-Apr-2021
- Completion Date
- 14-Apr-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 08-Jun-2022
- Effective Date
- 24-Apr-2019
Overview
EN 13445-10:2015/prA1:2019 is a critical European Standard developed by CEN that specifies additional requirements for unfired pressure vessels constructed from nickel and nickel alloys. This standard supplements the general provisions detailed in EN 13445 parts 1 through 5, which cover design, fabrication, testing, and inspection of unfired pressure vessels. Specifically, EN 13445-10 addresses the unique material characteristics and fabrication considerations inherent to nickel-based materials.
Nickel and nickel alloys are widely used in industrial applications requiring excellent corrosion resistance, high strength, and durability under elevated temperatures and aggressive chemical environments. This part of the standard ensures pressure vessels fabricated from these specialized materials meet strict safety, quality, and performance criteria essential for pressure equipment compliance in the European market.
Key Topics
Scope and Applicability
EN 13445-10 applies exclusively to unfired pressure vessels and components made of nickel and nickel alloys, excluding cast materials (which will be addressed in future amendments). It expands upon the general design and manufacturing principles in EN 13445-1:2014 through EN 13445-5:2014.Material Designations and Classification
A comprehensive list of nickel alloys covered by this part, including common and trade names such as Inconel, Monel, Hastelloy, Incoloy, and Nimonic, with standardized EN and ISO designations. This helps engineers select appropriate alloys with correlated mechanical and chemical properties.Welding and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Requirements
Detailed modifications to testing regimes for welded joints in nickel pressure vessels are specified. The updated Table 8.3-1 prescribes extent and type of NDT methods including Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle (MT), and Penetrant Testing (PT) to ensure weld integrity.Design and Fabrication Considerations
Additional instructions for welding, repair methods, cladding, and assembly procedures tailored to nickel alloys, addressing their specific metallurgical and mechanical behavior during manufacturing.Harmonization with EU Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
The annex ZA clarifies the relationship with Directive 2014/68/EU, ensuring that compliance with EN 13445-10 supports meeting essential safety requirements under European law.
Applications
Chemical and Petrochemical Industries
Pressure vessels used in highly corrosive environments where nickel alloys provide superior resistance to acids, chlorides, and oxidizing agents.Power Generation
Components subject to elevated temperatures and pressures, such as heat exchangers and reactor vessels, benefit from the mechanical strength and high-temperature stability of nickel alloys.Pharmaceutical and Food Processing
Materials compliant with hygienic requirements and corrosion resistance, fulfilling stringent industry standards.Aerospace and Automotive Testing Facilities
Unfired pressure vessels operating under unique load cycles requiring precise control over material properties and weld quality.
Related Standards
EN 13445 Series (Parts 1–5)
Defines general requirements on design, materials, fabrication, welding, inspection, and testing for unfired pressure vessels regardless of material.ISO/TR 15608
Technical report referenced for expert appraisal methods (EAM) relating to nickel alloy product forms.EN 13445-10 Cast Materials Amendment (forthcoming)
Expected revision that will incorporate cast nickel material requirements to extend standard applicability.Directive 2014/68/EU (Pressure Equipment Directive - PED)
Legal framework that mandates harmonized standards compliance for pressure vessels marketed in the EU.
EN 13445-10:2015/prA1:2019 is essential for engineers, manufacturers, and inspectors engaged in the design and production of unfired pressure vessels made from nickel alloys. By incorporating advanced welding procedures, rigorous non-destructive testing protocols, and detailed material classifications, this standard enhances safety, performance, and regulatory conformity in critical industrial applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 13445-10:2015/prA1:2019 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Unfired pressure vessels - Part 10: Additional requirements for pressure vessels of nickel and nickel alloys". This standard covers: This Part 10 of this European Standard specifies requirements for unfired pressure vessels and their parts made of nickel and nickel alloys (see 3.1) in addition to the general requirements for unfired pressure vessels under EN 13445-1:2014, EN 13445-2:2014, EN 13445-3:2014, EN 13445-4:2014 and EN 13445-5:2014. NOTE Cast materials are not included in this version. Details regarding cast materials will be subject to an amendment to or a revision of this European Standard.
This Part 10 of this European Standard specifies requirements for unfired pressure vessels and their parts made of nickel and nickel alloys (see 3.1) in addition to the general requirements for unfired pressure vessels under EN 13445-1:2014, EN 13445-2:2014, EN 13445-3:2014, EN 13445-4:2014 and EN 13445-5:2014. NOTE Cast materials are not included in this version. Details regarding cast materials will be subject to an amendment to or a revision of this European Standard.
EN 13445-10:2015/prA1:2019 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 23.020.30 - Pressure vessels, gas cylinders. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 13445-10:2015/prA1:2019 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 13445-10:2015, EN 13445-10:2021. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 13445-10:2015/prA1:2019 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2014/68/EU; Standardization Mandates: M/071. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-julij-2019
Neogrevane (nekurjene) tlačne posode - 10. del: Dodatne zahteve za tlačne posode
iz niklja in nikljevih zlitin - Dopolnilo A1
Unfired pressure vessels - Part 10: Additional requirements for pressure vessels of nickel
and nickel alloys
Unbefeuerte Druckbehälter - Teil 10: Zusätzliche Anforderungen an Druckbehälter aus
Nickel und Nickellegierungen
Récipients sous pression non soumis à la flamme - Partie 10 : Exigences
complémentaires pour les récipients sous pression en nickel et alliages de nickel
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 13445-10:2015/prA1:2019
ICS:
23.020.32 Tlačne posode Pressure vessels
77.150.40 Nikljevi in kromovi izdelki Nickel and chromium
products
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 13445-10:2015
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA1
May 2019
ICS 23.020.30
English Version
Unfired pressure vessels - Part 10: Additional
requirements for pressure vessels of nickel and nickel
alloys
Récipients sous pression non soumis à la flamme - Unbefeuerte Druckbehälter - Teil 10: Zusätzliche
Partie 10 : Exigences complémentaires pour les Anforderungen an Druckbehälter aus Nickel und
récipients sous pression en nickel et alliages de nickel Nickellegierungen
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 54.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 13445-10:2015. If this draft becomes an
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Contents
European foreword . 3
1 Modification to Table 8.3-1 . 4
2 Modification to Table A.3 . 7
3 Modification to Table B.1 . 8
4 Modification to Annex ZA . 15
European foreword
This document (EN 13445-10:2015/prA1:2019) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 54
“Unfired pressure vessels”, the secretariat of which is held by BSI.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive(s).
For relationship with EU Directive, see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this
document.
1 Modification to Table 8.3-1
Replace Table 8.3-1 “Table 8.3-1 – Extent of non-destructive testing” with the following updated table (to correct minor editorial issues):
a b
Type of weld Testing Extent for testing group
1 2 3
Full penetration 1 Longitudinal joints RT or UT 100 % (100–10) % 25 %
butt weld
MT or PT 10 % 10 % 10 %
2a Circumferential joints on a shell RT or UT 100 % (100–10) % 10 %
MT or PT 10 % 10 % 10 %
2b Circumferential joints on a shell with backing strip RT or UT NA NA NA
c
MT or PT NA NA NA
c
2c Circumferential joggle joint RT or UT NA NA NA
MT or PT NA NA NA
3a Circumferential joints on a nozzle di > 150 mm or RT or UT 100 % (100–10) % 10 %
e > 16 mm
MT or PT 10 % 10 % 10 %
3b Circumferential joints on a nozzle d > 150 mm or RT or UT NA NA NA
i
c
e > 16 mm with backing strip
MT or PT NA NA NA
4 Circumferential joints on a nozzle d ≤ 150 mm and RT or UT 0 0 0
i
e ≤ 16 mm
MT or PT 100 % (100–10) % 10 %
5 All welds in spheres, heads and hemispherical RT or UT 100 % (100–10) % 25 %
heads to shells
MT or PT 10 % 10 % 10 %
6 Assembly of a conical shell with a cylindrical shell RT or UT 100 % (100–10) % 10 %
d, e
without a knuckle (large end of the cone)
MT or PT 100 % 100 % 100 %
7 Assembly of a conical shell with a cylindrical shell RT or UT 100 % (100–10) % 10 %
without a knuckle (small end of the cone)
MT or PT 10 % 100 % 10 %
Circumferential 8a General application shell to head RT or UT NA NA NA
c
lapped joints
MT or PT NA NA NA
8b Bellows to shell e ≤ 8 mm MT or PT 100 % 100 % 25 %
RT or UT 0 % 0 % 0 %
a b
Type of weld Testing Extent for testing group
1 2 3
Assembly of a flat 9 With full penetration RT or UT 100 % (100–10) % 25 %
head or a tubesheet,
MT or PT 10 % 10 % 10 %
with a cylindrical
f
10 With partial penetration if a > 16 mm RT or UT NA NA NA
shell
MT or PT NA NA NA
Assembly of a
flange or a collar
f
11 With partial penetration if a ≤ 16 mm RT or UT NA NA 0
with a shell
MT or PT NA NA 10 %
Assembly of a 12 With full penetration RT or UT 100 % (100–10) % 25 %
flange or a collar
MT or PT 10 % 10 % 10 %
with a nozzle
f
13 With partial penetration RT or UT NA NA NA
MT or PT NA NA NA
14 With full or partial penetration RT or UT 0 0 0
f
d ≤ 150 mm and e ≤ 16 mm MT or PT 10 % 10 % 10 %
i
e
Nozzle or branch 15 With full penetration d > 150 mm and e > 16 mm RT or UT 100 % (100–25) % 25 %
i
MT or PT 10 % 10 % 10 %
16 With full penetration di ≤ 150 mm or e ≤ 16 mm. RT or UT 0 0 0
MT or PT 100 % (100–10) % 100 %
17 with partial penetration for any d RT or UT 100 % (100–25) % 25 %
i
f
a > 16 mm MT or PT 10 % 10 % 10 %
18 with partial penetration d > 150 mm RT or UT NA NA 0
i
f
a ≤ 16 mm MT or PT NA NA 10 %
19 With partial penetration di ≤ 150 mm RT or UT 0 0 0
f
MT or PT 100 % (100–10) % 100 %
Tube ends into 20 MT or PT 100 % 100 % 25 %
tubesheet
Permanent 21 With full penetration or partial penetration RT or UT 25 % 10 % 10 %
g
attachments
MT or PT 100 % 100 % 100 %
a b
Type of weld Testing Extent for testing group
1 2 3
Pressure retaining 22 MT or PT 100 % 100 % 100 %
areas after removal
of temporary
attachments
Cladding by 23 MT or PT 100 % 100 % 100 %
h
welding
Repairs 24 RT or UT 100 % 100 % 100 %
MT or PT
a Annex A of EN 13445-3: 2014gives design limitations on welds.
b RT = Radiographic testing, UT = Ultrasonic testing, MT = Magnetic particle testing, PT = Penetrant testing
c For limitations of application see EN 13445-3: 2014, 5.7.3.2.
d Unless the design is such that the thickness at the weld exceeds 1,4 ej (See Clause 7.6.6 of EN 13445-3: 2014). In which case, use NDT of line 2a.
e For connections with a knuckle, case 2a applies
f In exceptional cases or where the design or load bearing on the joint is critical, it may be necessary to employ both techniques (i.e. RT and UT, MT and PT). See Table 6.6.3–1 for
other circumstances for use of both techniques
g No RT or UT for weld throat thickness ≤ 16 mm
h Volumetric testing if risks of cracks due to parent material or heat treatment
2 Modification to Table A.3
Replace Table A.3 with the following updated table to reflect changes in the availability of EAMs.
Table A.3 – Materials covered by EAM
CEN ISO/TR 15608 EN and ISO materials Product form EAM Reference
group no. designation
41 –* Hot and cold rolled plates, sheets and strips 0879–1:2001/05
–*
Forgings 0879–2:2001/05
NW2201**
Bars 0879–3:2001/05
Ni99,0-LC**
Seamless tubes 0879–4:2001/05
Forgings
2.4600* Flat products
NiMo29Cr*
–**
* EN designation; ** ISO designation
3 Modification to Table B.1
Replace Table B.1 “Table B.1 (Informative) – Designations of some nickel alloys” with the following updated table (to correct minor editorial
issues):
a
Material EN no. EN name ISO no. ISO name BS DIN W no. AFNOR UNS no. Names
group name
41 NC2100 C-Ni99, -HC GNi99,2 2.4066 N-100M N02100 CZ100
41 NW2200 Ni99,0 NA11 Ni99.2 2.4066 N02200 Nickel 200
41 NW2201 Ni99,0-LC NA12 LC-Ni99 2.4068 N02201 Nickel 201
42 NC4030 C-NiCu30Si3 NA2 GNiCu30Si3 2.4367 NU-30SiM N24030 M30H, cast Monel
b
H
42 NC4130 C-NiCu30Nb2Si2 N24130 M30C, cast Monel
b
E
42 NC4135 C-NiCu30 NA1 GNiCu30Nb 2.4365 NU-30M N24135 M35–1, cast
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