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TABLEOFCONTENT
1

PROJECTINTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................3

1.1

SCOPEOFDOCUMENT.......................................................................................................................5

1.2

DEFINITION.........................................................................................................................................5

1.3

ABBREVIATION...................................................................................................................................5

REFERENCES.......................................................................................................................................8

2.1

PROJECTDOCUMENTS.......................................................................................................................8

2.2

PTSCOMPANYSTANDARDS...............................................................................................................8

2.3

CODESANDSTANDARDS....................................................................................................................8

GENERALREQUIREMENTS...............................................................................................................12

3.1

UNITSOFMEASUREMENT...............................................................................................................12

3.2

REGULATIONS,CODES&STANDARDS.............................................................................................12

3.3

SUPPLIERSRESPONSIBILITY.............................................................................................................12

3.4

THIRDPARTYINSPECTOR/CERTIFICATIONAUTHORITY..................................................................13

3.5

QUALITYASSURANCE/QUALITYCONTROL(QA/QC).......................................................................13

3.6

HEALTH,SAFETY&ENVIRONMENTALREGULATIONS.....................................................................14

SUPPLEMENTSTOPTS31.40.20.38.................................................................................................15

4.1

ADDITIONALSOURSERVICEREQUIREMENTS..................................................................................18

APPENDIXA....................................................................................................................................................19
APPENDIXB....................................................................................................................................................25
APPENDIXC....................................................................................................................................................79

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PROJECTINTRODUCTION

NC3andNC8aregasfieldslocatedinBlockSK316,approximately180kmNorthofBintulu,Sarawakwith
waterdepthrangingapprox.between70m105m.NC8fieldislocatedapproximately7kmSouthEaston
NC3field.ThenearbyriserfacilityE11RCislocatedapproximately80kmSouthWestofNC3.Theexisting
trunklineconnectingE11RCtoshoreTL6isavailableandprovisionedforinthisgasfielddevelopment.
ThelocationsofNC3,NC8andnearbyfacilitiesareillustratedinFigure11below.

Figure11LocationofProject
GasfromNC3andNC8fieldsarethemainfeedgassupplierintothePETRONASLNGComplexTrain9near
BintuluwhichisexpectedtobereadyforstartupinDecember2015.
ThescopedemarcationbetweenupstreamanddownstreamfacilitiesisasdescribedbelowinFigure12.

Figure12UpstreamandDownstreamScopeDemarcation

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The development of NC3 and NC8 fields is envisaged to be in complextype configuration. NC3 will
becomeahubcomprisingofaCentralProcessingPlatform(CPP)withlivingquartersandabridgelinked
WellheadPlatform(WHP).AnotherWHPistobeinstalledatNC8;itwillbetiedbacktoNC3viaaninter
fieldsubseapipeline.Thoughcompressionmaynotberequiredatthebeginningofproduction,theneed
for gas compression is anticipated after approximately four (4) years Hence the provision for future
compressionfacilitiesandmercuryremovalfacilitiesshallbeconsideredaspartofthisFEEDworkforthe
NC3CPP.

Figure13OverallDevelopmentConcept
AnewsubseapipelineconnectingNC3andE11RCwillbeinstalledtodelivertheprocessedgasandthe
spiked dehydrated condensate. Due to incompatibility of this gas quality with the existing gas supply at
theriser,adedicatedmanifoldatE11RCmayberequiredtoaccommodatethistiein.Thisistoensure
that the gas from NC3 and NC8 fields do not contaminate the entire network to shore. As such,
modificationwillberequiredtoconverttheexistingTL6tobededicatedforgasfromNC3andNC8.
Thefuturetrunkline(TL7)mayberequiredinthefutureshouldTL6nolongerbefitforservice.
The processed gas and dehydrated condensate will be separated at onshore receiving facilities prior to
beingintroducedintoLNGPlantTrain9.

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1.1

SCOPEOFDOCUMENT

Thescopeofthisprojectspecificationaddressesthemanufacturing,testingandsupplyofweldedcarbon
steellinepipestobeutilizedfortheSK316DevelopmentProject.Thisprojectspecificationshallbereadin
conjunction with the requirements of COMPANY Technical Specification (PTS), Linepipe Specification
(Amendments/Supplements to API 5L 44th Edition/ ISO 3183:2007), PTS 31.40.20.38 with further
supplementsasspecifiedinSections4.0,4.1andAppendixAofthisdocument.
TheCOMPANYTechnicalSpecificationisbasedontherequirementsofAPI5L44thEdition/ISO3183:2007
with modifications and amendments made to the standard to ensure pipeline integrity in conformance
withthePETRONASGrouprequirements.

1.2

DEFINITION

Forthepurposeofthisspecification,thefollowingdefinitionsshallapply:
COMPANY/PRINCIPAL

PETRONASCarigaliSdnBhd

BIDDER

SAIPEM

SUPPLIER/MANUFACTURER

Partywhichmanufacturesorsuppliesequipmentand
servicestoperformthedutiesspecifiedbytheBIDDER.

PROJECT

FEEDforSK316FacilitiesDevelopmentoftheNC3and
NC8GasFields

Thewordshallindicatesarequirement.
Thewordshouldindicatesarecommendation.

1.3

ABBREVIATION

API

AmericanPetroleumInstitute

ASME

AmericanSocietyofMechanicalEngineers

ASTM

AmericanSocietyforTestingandMaterial

BOD

BasisofDesign

CSP

PETRONASCarigaliStandardProcedures

CVN

CharpyVnotchNumber

CWC

ConcreteWeightCoating

DNV

DetNorskeVeritas

Dia.

PipelineDiameter

EFC

EuropeanFederationofCorrosion

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EPC

Engineering,ProcurementandConstruction

FEED

FrontEndEngineeringDesign

FJC

FieldJointCoating

GR

Grade

ITB

InvitationtoBid

ITP

InspectionTestPlan

KP

KilometrePost

LFP

LandfallPoint

MPS

ManufacturingProcedureSpecification

MSL

MeanSeaLevel

MTO

MaterialTakeOff

OD

OuterDiameter

OPE

NormalOperatingCondition

Pd

DesignPressure

PSL

ProductSpecificationLevel

PTS

PETRONASTechnicalSpecification

3LPP

3LayerPolypropylene

PT

PressureandTemperature

QA

QualityAssurance

QC

QualityControl

QMS

QualityManagementSystem

Ref.

Reference

REV

Revision

SAWL

SubmergedArcWeldedLongitudinal(LongitudinalSeam)

SI

InternationalSystemofUnits

SMYS

SpecifiedMinimumYieldStrength

SMTS

SpecifiedMinimumTensileStrength

SS

StainlessSteel

SUM

Summation

SW

SouthWest

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TOP

TopofPipe

UTM

UniversalTransverseMercator

West

WD

WaterDepth

WT

WallThickness

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REFERENCES

As a minimum, all materials supplied as part of this project specification shall be manufactured and
deliveredinaccordancewiththerelevantsectionsoftheprojectdocuments,national/internationaltested
codes, standards and regulations listed within this section. The latest issue of the project documents,
Codes, Standard and Regulation shall be used unless otherwise agreed. Equivalent alternatives may be
offered;theseshallbeidentifiedandmutuallyagreedon.

2.1

PROJECTDOCUMENTS

DOCUMENT

NAME

/1/ 05SSPLBODU0001

Pipeline&RiserDesignBasis

/2/ 05SSPLMTOU0001

MaterialTakeOff

/3/ TBA

CarbonSteelLinePipeDatasheet

2.2

PTSCOMPANYSTANDARDS

DOCUMENT

NAME

/4/ 31.40.00.20

PipelineandRiserEngineering

/5/ 00.00.05.05

IndextoPTSpublicationsandstandard
specifications

/6/ 31.40.20.32

CRAcladorlinedsteelpipes
(amendments/supplementstoAPI5LD)

/7/ 31.40.20.38

LinepipeSpecification
(amendments/supplementstoAPI5L44thEdition/
ISO3183:2007)

/8/ 30.40.60.13

Managingsystemsintegrityofgaspipelines
(amendments/supplementstoASMEB31.8S2004)

/9/ 82.00.10.10

Projectqualityassurance

2.3

CODESANDSTANDARDS

DOCUMENT

NAME

/10/ ASMEB31.8

GasTransmissionAndDistributionPipingSystem

/11/ DNVOSF101

SubmarinePipelineSystems

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/12/ ASMEIX

ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IX:


WeldingandBrazingQualifications

/13/ ASTMA578

StandardSpecificationforStraightBeamUltrasonic
Examination of Rolled Steel Plates for Special
Applications

/14/ ASTMA435

StandardSpecificationforStraightBeamUltrasonic
ExaminationofSteelPlates

/15/ ASTME3

Standard guide for preparation of metallographic


specimens

/16/ ASTME92

Standard test method for Vickers hardness of


metallicmaterials

/17/ ASTME110

Standard test method for indentation hardness of


metallicmaterialsbyportablehardnesstesters

/18/ ASTME213

Standard Practice for Ultrasonic Examination of


MetalPipeandTubing

/19/ ASTME709

Standardguideformagneticparticleinspection

/20/ ASTME797

Standard practice for measuring thickness by


manualUltrasonicpulseechocontactmethod

/21/ ASTMF21

Standardtestmethodforhydrophobicsurfacefilms
bytheatomisertest

/22/ ASTME1806

Standard Practice for Sampling Steel and Iron for


DeterminationofChemicalComposition

/23/ API5L/ISO3183

Petroleum and natural gas industries Steel pipe


forpipelinetransportationsystems

/24/ API5T1

Standardonimperfectionterminology

/25/ ISO404

Steel and steel products General technical


deliveryrequirements

/26/ ISO65071

Metallic materials Vickers hardness test Part 1


Testmethod

/27/ ISO9001

QualitymanagementsystemsRequirements

/28/ ISO9303

Seamless and welded (except submerged arc


welded) steel tubes for pressure purposes Full
peripheral ultrasonic testing for the detection of
longitudinalimperfections

/29/ ISO9305

Seamless steel tubes for pressure purposes Full


peripheral ultrasonic testing for the detection of
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transverseimperfections
/30/ ISO96061

ApprovaltestingofweldersFusionweldingPart
1:Steels

/31/ ISO9712

Nondestructive testing Qualification and


certificationofpersonnel

/32/ ISO9764

Electricresistanceandinductionweldedsteeltubes
for pressure purposes Ultrasonic testing of the
weld seam for the detection of longitudinal
imperfections

/33/ ISO10005

QualitymanagementGuidelinesforqualityplans

/34/ ISO10012

Measurement
management
systems

Requirements for measurement processes and


measuringequipment

/35/ ISO10124

Seamless and welded (except submerged arc


welded) steel tubes for pressure purposes
Ultrasonic testing for the detection of laminar
imperfections

/36/ ISO12094

Welded steel tubes for pressure purposes


Ultrasonic testing for the detection of laminar
imperfections in strips/plates used in the
manufactureofweldedtubes

/37/ ISO13663

Welded steel tubes for pressure purposes


Ultrasonictestingoftheareaadjacent totheweld
seamforthedetectionoflaminarimperfections

/38/ ISO14284

Steel and Iron Sampling and preparation of


samples for the determination of chemical
composition

/39/ ISO14731

WeldingcoordinationTasksandresponsibilities

/40/ ISO14732

Welding personnel Approval testing of welding


operatorsforfusionweldingandofresistanceweld
settersforfullymechanisedandautomaticwelding
ofmetallicmaterials

/41/ ISO156091

Specification and qualification of welding


procedures for metallic materials Welding
procedurespecification.Part1ArcWelding

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/42/ ISO156141

Specification and qualification of welding


procedures for metallic materials Welding
procedure test. Part 1 Arc and gas welding of
steelsandarcweldingofnickelandnickelalloys.

/43/ EN876

Destructive tests on welds in metallic materials


longitudinal tensile test on weld metal in fusion
weldedjoints

/44/ EN10431

Destructive tests on welds in metallic materials


Hardness testing Part 1: Hardness test on arc
weldedjoints
International Standard NACE MR0175/ISO15156
Petroleum and Natural Gas Industries Materials
for use in H2Scontaining Environments in Oil and
GasProduction

/45/ NACEMR0175/ISO15156

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GENERALREQUIREMENTS

Thefollowingsectionsetsoutthegeneralrequirementsforthescopeofsupplyofthecarbonsteelline
pipefortheSK316DevelopmentProject.

3.1

UNITSOFMEASUREMENT

Unless otherwise mentioned, the International System of Units (S.I.) shall apply in this project
specification.

3.2

REGULATIONS,CODES&STANDARDS

The latest PETRONAS Technical Specification (PTS) shall be complied for the supply of the line pipes in
accordancewiththisprojectspecification.SUPPLIERshallberesponsibletoensurethatallworkscomplies
withthenationalorlocalcodesandstandards,FederalandStateGovernmentRulesandRegulationsand
recognizedindustrycodesandstandardswhereapplicable.Foranydeviation/conflictfromtheapplicable
rules,codesandstandards,theprevailingprioritieswillbeaccordingtothefollowingsequences:
a)NationalorLocalCodes/Standards
b)FederalandStateGovernmentRulesandRegulations
c)Thisprojectspecification
d)PETRONASTechnicalStandards
e)InternationalCodes
f)PETRONASCarigaliStandardProcedures(CSP)
NodeviationstotheapplicableCodes andStandardsareallowedandifanywaiver/noncomplianceare
absolutely required or in the event where a distinct advantage on schedule arises between PTS and
international codes and standards, SUPPLIER shall highlight this deviation/waiver/noncompliance for
BIDDER'sdecisionbeforeproceedingwiththework.BIDDER/COMPANYshallhavefinalsayinthematter,
anditsdecisionastowhichdocumentwillgovernwillbebindingontheSUPPLIERwithoutanyadditional
costandscheduleimpacttoBIDDER.

3.3

SUPPLIERSRESPONSIBILITY

SUPPLIER shall be responsible for the complete manufacture, fabrication, testing and supply of carbon
steel line pipes in accordance with the requirements of this project specification, PTS, government
legislationandregulationsandallapplicablecodesandstandards.SUPPLIERshallbefullconversantwith
therequirementsintheseapplicabledocuments.
IntheeventthatSUPPLIERsupplieslinepipe,equipmentorassociatedrawmaterialetcnotmanufactured
or fabricated by SUPPLIER, then SUPPLIER shall be responsible for ensuring that these line pipe,

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equipmentorassociatedrawmaterialetcshallmeettherequirementsofthisprojectspecification,PTS,
governmentlegislationandregulationsandallapplicablecodesandstandards.
SUPPLIER shall be responsible for ensuring all subcontractors, subsuppliers or other entitles which
SUPPLIERmayengageonthedesign,fabrication,testingandsupplyofthecarbonsteellinepipesarein
possession of and are conversant with the requirements of this project specification, PTS, government
legislationandregulationsandallapplicablecodesandstandards.
SUPPLIER shall be responsible for submitting to BIDDER and COMPANY all manufacturing procedures,
testing plans, inspection records and mill certificates etc to assist COMPANY in obtaining required
certificationtopermittheoperationofthepipelinesystems.

3.4

THIRDPARTYINSPECTOR/CERTIFICATIONAUTHORITY

SUPPLIER shall ensure that the Inspection Test Plan (ITP) includes all Certification Authority, COMPANY
andBIDDERsrequirementsforinspectionandtestingattherelevantwitnesspointsandholdpoints.
LinepipeproductionshallbecertifiedaccordingtoISO104743.1Cinspectioncertificate(equivalentto3.2
certificateofEN10204)asoptionand3.1Basbasecase.

3.5

QUALITYASSURANCE/QUALITYCONTROL(QA/QC)

SUPPLIERshallmaintainaQualityManagementSystem(QMS)inaccordancewiththeapplicableprovision
of latest ISO 9000 (SERIES), or agreed equivalent standard commensurate with the goods and services
provided. The SUPPLIER shall maintain the QMS for quality assurance and quality control, planned and
developed in conjunction with all manufacturing and application functions necessary to meet the
requirementsofPurchaseOrder.
SUPPLIERshallsubmitthequalitymanual,procedures&qualityplanstoBIDDERandCOMPANYforreview
prior to commencement of work. The Quality Plan shall demonstrate recognition of the quality
requirementsofthePurchaseOrderandanorganizedapproachtosatisfytherequirements.TheQuality
Planshallalsoensurethatqualityrequirementsaredeterminedpriortocommencementoftheworkand
subsequentlysatisfiedthroughoutallphasesoforderexecution
BIDDER and COMPANY shall be permitted access by the SUPPLIER to all manufacturing, fabrication and
inspectionareaspriortoorderawardandatanytimeworkisperformedfortheBIDDERandCOMPANY.
SUPPLIER shall be responsible for ensuring that all QA/QC requirements as specified in this project
specification, Purchase Order and all applicable documents are applied to all services provided by any
subcontractororsubSUPPLIERthattheSUPPLIERmayelecttoengage.
SUPPLIER shall be responsible for ensuring that all QA/QC requirements as specified in this project
specification,PurchaseOrderandallapplicabledocumentsareappliedtoallequipmentorrawmaterial
associatedwiththemanufactureofthecarbonsteellinepipe.

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3.6

HEALTH,SAFETY&ENVIRONMENTALREGULATIONS

The SUPPLIER shall be responsible for ensuring that the goods and services supplied meet all applicable
regulationsonhealth,safetyandenvironmentalissues.
AcopyofSUPPLIERsSafetyManagementSystemManualandaccidentstatisticsshallbeprovidedwiththe
bid.

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SUPPLEMENTSTOPTS31.40.20.38

The paragraphs referred below in Table 4.1 have the same paragraph numbering format as reflected in
the COMPANY Technical Specification, PTS 31.40.20.38. Clauses covered in the COMPANY Technical
Specificationthatarenotmentionedoramendedunderthisprojectspecificationshallapplyinfull.
Table4.1
Item
No.
4.1

Amendments/ModificationstoPTS31.40.20.38

Referenced
Paragraph/Section
inPTS
1.INTRODUCTION
Paragraph
Scope

4.2

4.3

1.1

DescriptionofAmendments/Modifications

Addition:

Themanufactureandsupplyofweldedcarbonsteellinepipesaddressed
bythisprojectspecificationshallbeapplicableforthefollowingoffshore
pipeline system (line pipes, mother pipes for bends, riser pipes and
expansion loop pipes) operating in sour service for the FEED for SK316
FacilitiesDevelopmentoftheNC3andNC8GasFields.

One (1) 32" Dia. Offshore Pipeline from NC3 WHP to E11RC
Platform,approximately75.5kminlength.

One(1)32"Dia.OffshorePipelinefromE11RCPlatformtoOnshore
BeachValveatBCOTshoreapproachlocality,approximately120km
inlength.(OptionalEPCICScope)

As the pipes are designated for usage in sour service, the pipe material
shall comply with the requirements of NACE MR0175/ISO15156 and
additional sour service requirements as mentioned in Section 4.1 and
AppendixCofthisspecification.

Thegradesanddimensionsoftheabovementionedpipelinesarefurther
specified in the data sheet included in Appendix A of this project
specification.

6. PIPE GRADE, Addition:


STEEL GRADE AND
Thepipegradeforthe32Dia.OffshorePipelinesshallbeAPI5LX65QSO
DELIVERY
and/orAPI5LX65MSO,PSL2S,SAWL.Furtherdetailsoftherequiredpipe
CONDITION
parametersareprovidedinAppendixAofthisprojectspecification.
Paragraph6.1 Pipe
gradeandsteel
grade

7.INFORMATIONTO Modification:
BESUPPLIEDBYTHE

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PURCHASER

Paragraph7.1
GeneralInformation

The following information are provided to SUPPLIER with regards to the


supplyoftheweldedcarbonsteellinepipes.Theseinformationaretobe
includedinthePurchaseOrder.

a)
ThequantitiesoflinepipetobesuppliedareprovidedinAppendix
Aofthisprojectspecification.
b)
PSL2Stypelinepipeshallbesuppliedforthisproject.
c)
SAWLtypelinepipeshallbesuppliedforthisproject.
d)
The purchase order shall refer to API 5L 44th edition/ ISO 3183:
2007.
e)
The steel grade shall be X65QSO and/or API 5L X65MSO. Both
AnnexesH.4.1.1,forsourservice,andJ.4.1.1,foroffshoreservice,
with modifications highlighted in PTS 31.40.20.38, shall apply for
thesupplyofthelinepipes.Asthepipesaredesignatedforusage
in sour service, the pipe material shall also comply with the
requirementsofNACEMR0175/ISO15156.
f)
Thepipeouterdiameterandnominalwallthicknessareprovided
inAppendixAofthisprojectspecification.
g)
The line pipes length shall be supplied in accordance with the
requirements of Annex J.6.3 and all modifications highlighted by
theapplicablePTS31.40.20.38.
h)
ThefollowingAnnexesinAPI5L44theditionshallbeapplicableto
thesupplyofthelinepipesinthisprojectspecification:

AnnexB

AnnexC

AnnexD

AnnexE

AnnexG

AnnexH

AnnexI

AnnexJ

AnnexK

AnnexL

AnnexM

AnnexN

AnnexO

AllmodificationstotheabovementionedAnnexes
highlightedinthePTS31.40.20.39shallbecompliedwith.

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i)
j)
4.4

4.5

9.
ACCEPTANCE
CRITERIA
9.2Chemical
Composition,
Clause9.2.3

ANNEXGPSL2PIPE
WITH RESISTANCE
TO
DUCTILE
FRACTURE
PROPAGATION
ParagraphG.1.1

Thisprojectspecificationshallalsoapplyformotherpipesforhot
inductionbends.
Theminimumdesign temperatureforeachpipelineisdetailedin
AppendixAofthisdocument.

Modification:(Note1)
Deletethissubclauseandreplacewiththefollowing:
The chemical composition for pipe with t > 25.0 mm (0.984) should
followtherequirementsofmodifiedclause9.2.2forPSL2Spipewitht
25.0mmunlessfurtheradvisedbyPrincipal.
Addition:

The approach used for determining CVN absorbed energy requirements


shallbeproposedbySUPPLIERandagreedwiththePrincipal.

Notes:
1. Based on preliminary wall thickness analyses, the wall thickness for 32 Dia. Pipeline has been
calculated to be above 25 mm. Once the corrosion allowances are confirmed, the selected wall
thicknessandthechemicalcompositionrequirementswillbereviewedagain.
2. Further modifications in accordance with current specific project requirements may be required
and will be consulted with COMPANY during meetings. These changes will be updated again in
Table4.1whenadvisedbyCOMPANY.
3. Line pipe production may be follow the routes UOE, JCOE and Three roll Bending followed by
Expansion.
4. SUPPLIERtoquotetheperformanceofMaterialPreQualificationTests(MPQT)inadvanceofstart
ofproductionasoption.
5. SUPPLIER shall quote the performance of girth weld weldability tests as option. Weldability test
may be performed by manual welding with heat input in the range 0.53 kJ/mm. WPS and test
scopeshallbeagreedwithpurchaser.SUPPLIERrshallsubmitatBIDstage,ifanyapplicableexists,
historicaldataforweldabilitytest.
6. CTODtesttobeperformedduringMPQTatbase,weldandHAZmaterials.Testtemperaturetobe
the defined minimumdesigntemperature,TDmin. Minimumrequirements tobe0.2mm forweld
metaland0.15mmforweldandHAZmetals.
7. Pipe end residual magnetism shall be measured at both pipe ends and limited to 20 Gauss
(averageof4measurements90degapart)withmaximumsinglevalueof25Gauss.
8. PipeendgeometricaltolerancesshallbeverifiedatIDasfollow:

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a. ActualIDtobewithin+/1.6mmofnominalID.
b. ActualOORshallbewithin0.75%ofnominalIDbutmaximum5mm.
c. LocalOOR(peaking)shallbemaximum1.5mm
9. Pipejointlengthshallbemaximum12.5m,minimum11.9mwithminimumaverageof12.2m.5%
ofproductionmayhaveaminimumvalueof11.7m.
10. Points7and8abovedonotapplytomotherpipesforbendsandtolinepipeforspoolfabrication.
Minimumlengthforthoseapplicationsshallbe11m.
11. Hottensiletestshallbeperformedwheneverthemaximumdesigntemperature(TDmax)exceeds
120oC.

4.1

ADDITIONALSOURSERVICEREQUIREMENTS

COMPANY has provided addition sour service requirements for the carbon steel line pipe based on
modificationtothestandard,NACEMR0175/ISO15156.ThisisprovidedinCOMPANYdocument,Project
Specification,AdditionalRequirementsforSourServiceEnvironment(ApplicabletoallUnfiredandFired
Static Equipment Rotating Equipment, Piping and Linepipe subjected to Sour Service), Doc No.
D316/NC3&8/SP/001.ThisdocumenthasbeenattachedinAppendixCforreferenceandcompliance.

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APPENDIXA
CARBONSTEELLINEPIPEQUANTITIES
(PRELIMINARY)

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CARBONSTEELLINEPIPEQUANTITIES(PRELIMINARY)
Thefollowingtableprovidesthelinepipedetailsandquantitiesforcarbonsteellinepipe.
TableA1
Item
No.

LinePipeQuantityBreakdown
ExternalAntiCorrosion
Coating
Density
Thk.
Type[2]
(kg/m3)
(mm)

Temperature
Location

LinePipeDescription[1,5]
TDmax TDmin

ConcreteCoating
Density
(kg/m3)

Thk.
(mm)

NA

NA

LinePipe
Length
(m)

LINEPIPEDETAILSFORRISERS&SPOOLS
NC3E11RC
A1

A2

Riser

CarbonSteel,API5LX65QSOorX65MSO
PSL2S,SAWL

AtNC3Platform

812.8mm(32)ODx25.4mm(1.000)W.T

NC3E11RC
TieInSpool

CarbonSteel,APIX65QSOorX65MSO
PSL2S,SAWL

AtNC3Platform

812.8mm(32)ODx25.4mm(1.000)W.T

E11RCNC3
A3

Riser

CarbonSteel,API5LX65QSOorX65MSO
PSL2S,SAWL

AtE11RC
Platform

812.8mm(32)ODx25.4mm(1.000)W.T

80

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3LPE

4.2

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E11RCNC3
A4

TieInSpool

CarbonSteel,API5LX65QSOorX65MSO
PSL2S,SAWL

AtE11RC
Platform

812.8mm(32)ODx25.4mm(1.000)W.T

E11RCSHORE
A5

A6

29

3LPE

900.0

4.2

NA

NA
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PSL2S,SAWL

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812.8mm(32)ODx27.0mm(1.063)W.T

E11RCSHORE

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80

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3LPE

900.0

4.2

NA

NA

PIPELINESDETAILS
A7

A8

NC3E11RC
[Zone1]
NC3E11RC
[Zone1]

CarbonSteel,API5LX65QSOorX65MSO
PSL2S,SAWL

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900.0

80

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900.0

4.2

3044.0

50.0

4.2

3044.0

40.0

812.8mm(32)ODx19.1mm(0.752)W.T
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A9

A10

A11

A12

A13

A14

A15

E11RCSHORE
[Zone1]
E11RCSHORE
[Zone1]
E11RCSHORE
[Zone1]
E11RCSHORE
[Zone1]
E11RCSHORE
[Zone1]
E11RCSHORE
[Zone2]
E11RCSHORE
[Zone2](3)

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PSL2S,SAWL

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900.0

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60.0

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900.0

4.2

3044.0

70.0

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900.0

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80.0

812.8mm(32)ODx19.1mm(0.752)W.T
CarbonSteel,API5LX65QSOorX65MSO
PSL2S,SAWL
812.8mm(32)ODx19.1mm(0.752)W.T
CarbonSteel,API5LX65QSOorX65MSO
PSL2S,SAWL
812.8mm(32)ODx19.1mm(0.752)W.T
CarbonSteel,API5LX65QSOorX65MSO
PSL2S,SAWL

80

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4.2

3044.0

120.0

812.8mm(32)ODx19.1mm(0.752)W.T
CarbonSteel,API5LX65QSOorX65MSO
PSL2S,SAWL

80

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900.0

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3044.0

150.0

80

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900.0

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PSLS2,SAWL
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CarbonSteel,API5LX65QSOorX65MSO
PSL2S,SAWL
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WPQT(6)
A16

A17

A18

A19

NC3E11RC
[Zone1]
NC3E11RC
[Zone2]
E11RCSHORE
[Zone1]
E11RCSHORE
[Zone2]

CarbonSteel,API5LX65QSOorX65MSO
PSL2S,SAWL

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812.8mm(32)ODx19.1mm(0.752)W.T
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PSL2S,SAWL

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812.8mm(32)ODx25.4mm(1.000)W.T
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PSL2S,SAWL

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NA

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900.0

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[Zone2]
E11RCSHORE
[Zone2]

CarbonSteel,API5LX65QSOorX65MSO
PSL2S,SAWL

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900.0

4.2

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Notes:
1. Linepipewallthicknessesarebasedonpreliminarywallthicknessanalysesandshallbeupdatedwhenadditionalparametersincludingdesignpressures
andtemperaturesareconfirmed.
2. Theexternalanticorrosioncoatingisassumedtobe3LPEandwillbeconfirmedagainbyprojectcoatingstudybasedonpipelineoperatingparameters.
3. ThebatterylimitfortheE11RCtoShorepipelineattheshoreapproachlocationisthebeachvalvelocationatKP118.963(731694.69E,364470.47N)
4. Thelengthsabovedonotincludetopsidepipinglengths.
5. Asthepipesaredesignatedforusageinsourservice,thepipematerialshallcomplywiththerequirementsofNACEMR0175/ISO15156andtheadditional
requirementsashighlightedinAppendixC.
6. PipesforWPQTshallbewithinthehighrangeofCE,PcmandCcontent.
a. MaxCEwillbedefinedbyCEoftheWPQTpipesforweldqualificationplus0.03
b. MaxPcmwillbedefinedbyPcmoftheWPQTpipesforweldqualificationplus0.02
c. MaxCwillbedefinedbyCoftheWPQTpipesforweldqualificationplus0.02%
7. ConstantIDbetweenriserandpipelineexceptatZone1andZone2demarcationwherethereisachangeinWT.
8. Nobucklearrestorsarerequired,basedonWTdesign
9. Hockableplasticendcaps(5to10%spare)tobesuppliedbySUPPLIER

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APPENDIXB
PTS31.40.20.38
LINEPIPESPECIFICATION
(AMENDMENTS/SUPPLEMENTSTOAPI44thEdition/ISO3183:2007)
October2011

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

LINEPIPE SPECIFICATION
(AMENDMENTS/SUPPLEMENTS TO API 5L 44th
Edition / ISO 3183:2007)

PTS 31.40.20.38
October 2011

2010 PETROLIAM NASIONAL BERHAD (PETRONAS)


All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means
(electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise) without the permission of the copyright owner.

Page 26 of 99

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REVIEW COMMITTEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This PTS has been prepared with the contribution of the following team members:
No.

Name

Designation

Company

1.

Dr David Baxter

Principal Consultant Materials

ATKINS Boreas

2.

Hasbullah B Abu Hassan

Custodian Materials

GTS

3.

Kamal Azam B Ibrahim

Manager

DEMC/DD/PCSB

4.

Ghazali B M Zin

Manager, Materials

DEMC/DD/PCSB

5.

Hasbi Abd Razak

Principal Materials Engineer

DEMC/DD/PCSB

6.

M Zamri B Jaafar

Sr Materials Engineer

DEMC/DD/PCSB

7.

Anuwar B A Wahab

Principal Pipeline Engineer

DEPL/PCSB

8.

Ir Hj Ahmad Khairiri B A Ghani

Principal Construction Engineer

DD/PCSB

9.

M Fauzi B Badaruddin

Principal Pipeline Engineer

DEPL/PCSB

10.

Halimi B Morad

Staff Pipeline Engineer

GTS

11.

Ahmad Sirwan B M Tuselim

Principal Pipeline Engineer

GTS

12.

Tan Yew Min

Staff Materials Engineer

GTS

13.

Siti Khadijah Bt Md Rawi

Materials Engineer

DEMC/PCSB

14.

Tan Su Anne

Materials Engineer

GTS

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PREFACE
PETRONAS Technical Standards (PTS) publications reflect the views, at the time of publication,of
PETRONAS OPUs/Divisions.
They are based on the experience acquired during the involvement with the design, construction,
operation and maintenance of processing units and facilities. Where appropriate they are based on, or
reference is made to, national and international standards and codes of practice.
The objective is to set the recommended standard for good technical practice to be applied by
PETRONAS' OPUs in oil and gas production facilities, refineries, gas processing plants, chemical
plants, marketing facilities or any other such facility, and thereby to achieve maximum technical and
economic benefit from standardisation.
The information set forth in these publications is provided to users for their consideration and decision
to implement. This is of particular importance where PTS may not cover every requirement or diversity
of condition at each locality. The system of PTS is expected to be sufficiently flexible to allow individual
operating units to adapt the information set forth in PTS to their own environment and requirements.
When Contractors or Manufacturers/Suppliers use PTS they shall be solely responsible for the quality
of work and the attainment of the required design and engineering standards. In particular, for those
requirements not specifically covered, it is expected of them to follow those design and engineering
practices which will achieve the same level of integrity as reflected in the PTS. If in doubt, the
Contractor or Manufacturer/Supplier shall, without detracting from his own responsibility, consult the
owner.
The right to use PTS rests with three categories of users:
1)
2)
3)

PETRONAS and its affiliates.


Other parties who are authorised to use PTS subject to appropriate contractual
arrangements.
Contractors/subcontractors and Manufacturers/Suppliers under a contract with users
referred to under 1) and 2) which requires that tenders for projects, materials supplied
or - generally - work performed on behalf of the said users comply with the relevant
standards.

Subject to any particular terms and conditions as may be set forth in specific agreements with users,
PETRONAS disclaims any liability of whatsoever nature for any damage (including injury or death)
suffered by any company or person whomsoever as a result of or in connection with the use,
application or implementation of any PTS, combination of PTS or any part thereof. The benefit of this
disclaimer shall inure in all respects to PETRONAS and/or any company affiliated to PETRONAS that
may issue PTS or require the use of PTS.
Without prejudice to any specific terms in respect of confidentiality under relevant contractual
arrangements, PTS shall not, without the prior written consent of PETRONAS, be disclosed by users
to any company or person whomsoever and the PTS shall be used exclusively for the purpose they
have been provided to the user. They shall be returned after use, including any copies which shall only
be made by users with the express prior written consent of PETRONAS.
The copyright of PTS vests in PETRONAS. Users shall arrange for PTS to be held in safe custody and
PETRONAS may at any time require information satisfactory to PETRONAS in order to ascertain how
users implement this requirement.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART I
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5

INTRODUCTION
SCOPE
DISTRIBUTION, INTENDED USE AND REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS
DEFINITIONS
GUIDANCE FOR USE
CROSS-REFERENCES

PART II

AMENDMENTS/SUPPLEMENTS TO API 5L 44 EDITION / ISO 3183:2007

2.

CONFORMITY

3.

NORMATIVE REFERENCES

4.

TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

5.

SYMBOLS AND ABBREVIATED TERMS

6.

PIPE GRADE, STEEL NAME AND DELIVERY CONDITION

7.

INFORMATION TO BE SUPPLIED BY THE PURCHASER

8.

MANUFACTURING

9.

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

10.

INSPECTION

11.

MARKING

12.

COATINGS AND BEVEL PROTECTORS

13.

RETENTION OF RECORDS

ANNEX A

(NORMATIVE) SPECIFICATION FOR WELDED JOINTERS

ANNEX B

(NORMATIVE) MANUFACTURING PROCEDURE QUALIFICATION FOR PSL 2 PIPE

ANNEX C

(NORMATIVE) TREATMENT OF SURFACE IMPERFECTIONS AND DEFECTS

ANNEX D

(NORMATIVE) REPAIR WELDING PROCEDURE

ANNEX E

(NORMATIVE) NON-DESTRUCTIVE INSPECTION FOR OTHER THAN SOUR


SERVICE OR OFFSHORE SERVICE

ANNEX F

(NORMATIVE) REQUIREMENTS FOR COUPLINGS (PSL 1 ONLY)

ANNEX G

(NORMATIVE) PSL 2 PIPE WITH RESISTANCE TO DUCTILE FRACTURE


PROPAGATION

ANNEX H

(NORMATIVE) PSL 2 PIPE ORDERED FOR SOUR SERVICE

ANNEX J

(NORMATIVE) PSL 2 PIPE ORDERED FOR OFFSHORE SERVICE

ANNEX K

(NORMATIVE) NON-DESTRUCTIVE INSPECTION FOR PIPE ORDERED FOR SOUR


SERVICE AND/OR OFFSHORE SERVICE

ANNEX N

(NORMATIVE) IDENTIFICATION / EXPLANATION OF DEVIATIONS

PART III

REFERENCES

th

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PTS 31.40.20.38
October 2011
Page 1
PART I INTRODUCTION
1.1

SCOPE
This PTS specifies requirements and gives recommendations for the manufacture and
supply of carbon and low-alloy steel linepipe. It replaces and provides an update to the
following documents:
PTS 31.40.20.30 Linepipe for use in oil & gas operations under non-sour conditions
PTS 31.40.20.31 Linepipe for use in oil & gas operations under sour conditions
th
(which were based on API 5L 40 edition)
and
PTS 31.40.20.35 Linepipe for non-critical service
PTS 31.40.20.37 Linepipe for critical service
nd
(which were based on ISO 3183-1 2 edition and ISO 3183-3:1999 respectively)
th

The new harmonised API 5L 44 edition / ISO 3183:2007 standard describes two basic
levels of standard technical requirements for linepipe, in the form of two product
specification levels (PSL 1 and PSL 2). Level PSL 2 has additional mandatory
requirements for chemical composition, tensile properties, notch toughness and nondestructive examination.
For all applications previously designated as sour or critical PSL 2 pipe should be
specified. For non-sour or non-critical applications the specification level may still be
PSL 2, although in some instances the Principal may specify PSL 1.
In addition to the two product specification levels, a number of additional requirements are
th
covered by annexes to the API 5L 44 edition / ISO 3183 document. In particular;
Annex G - Pipe with resistance to ductile fracture propagation
Annex H - Pipe ordered for sour service
Annex J - Pipe ordered for offshore service
For liquid conveying lines, Annex G is not required, but for pipe for use in dry, lean natural
gas pipelines, Annex G shall be specified. Pipelines conveying rich gas, multiphase fluid,
or lean gas at very high pressures, may have a higher Charpy impact energy requirement
than specified in Annex G, and in this case requirements shall be specified by the
Principal.
For pipe that is ordered for sour service, Annex H should be specified.
For pipe that is ordered for offshore service Annex J should be specified.
th

It should also be noted that this document is based on API 5L 44 edition (rather than ISO
3183:2007) so the national amendments described in Annex N should be regarded as
th
applicable. The amendments to API 5L 44 edition made in Errata 1 (issued in January
2009) and Addendum 1 (issued in February 2009) shall also be regarded as applicable.
However, where this PTS calls for an amendment, this shall take priority.
th

Part II of this PTS gives amendments and supplements to clauses of API 5L 44 edition,
which are considered necessary to ensure pipeline integrity in conformance with
PETRONAS Group requirements.
1.2

DISTRIBUTION, INTENDED USE AND REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS


Unless otherwise authorised by PETRONAS, the distribution of this PTS is confined to
companies forming part of PETRONAS Group or managed by a Group company, and to
Contractors and Manufacturers/Suppliers nominated by them.

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PTS 31.40.20.38
October 2011
Page 2
This PTS is intended for use in oil refineries, gas plants, chemical plants, oil and gas
production facilities, and supply/marketing installations.
If national and/or local regulations exist in which some of the requirements may be more
stringent than in this PTS, the Contractor shall determine by careful scrutiny which of the
requirements are more stringent and which combination of requirements will be acceptable
as regards safety, environmental, economic and legal aspects. In all cases the Contractor
shall inform the Principal of any deviation from the requirements of this PTS which is
considered necessary in order to comply with national and/or local regulations. The
Principal may then negotiate with the Authorities concerned with the object of obtaining
agreement to follow this PTS as closely as possible.

1.3

DEFINITIONS

1.3.1

General definitions
The Contractor is the party which carries out all or part of the design, engineering,
procurement, construction, commissioning or management of a project, or operation or
maintenance of a facility. The Principal may undertake all or part of the duties of the
Contractor.
The Manufacturer/Supplier is the party which manufactures or supplies equipment and
services to perform the duties specified by the Contractor.
The Principal is the party which initiates the project and ultimately pays for its design and
construction. The Principal will generally specify the technical requirements. The Principal
may also include an agent or consultant authorised to act for, and on behalf of, the
Principal.
The word shall indicates a requirement.
The word should indicates a recommendation.

1.3.2

1.4

Specific definitions
Manufacturer

Term used in API 5L / ISO 3183, which shall be taken to mean the
Manufacturer/Supplier.

Purchaser

Term used in API 5L / ISO 3183, which shall be taken to mean the
Principal.

Production sample
interruption testing

Sample testing of pipes from continuous production. No


normal production during sampling is necessary.

Lean gas

A gas mixture containing a minimum of 95% methane.

GUIDANCE FOR USE


th

The amendments to API 5L 44 edition given in Part II are directly related to equivalent
clauses/subclauses in that document. For clarity, the clause numbering of API 5L has been
th
used as far as possible. Where clauses in API 5L 44 edition are referenced within this
th
PTS, it shall mean those clauses as amended by this PTS. Clauses in API 5L 44 edition
that are not amended by this PTS shall remain valid as written. It should also be noted that
as this document is based on API 5L (rather than ISO 3183) the national amendments
described in Annex N should be regarded as applicable. However, where this PTS calls for
an amendment, this shall take priority.

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1.5

CROSS-REFERENCES
Where cross-references to other parts of this PTS are made, the referenced section
number is shown in brackets. Other documents referenced in this PTS are listed in (Part
III).
th

PART II AMENDMENTS/SUPPLEMENTS TO API 5l 44 EDITION / ISO 3183:2007


2.

CONFORMITY

2.3

Compliance to this international standard


Replace first sentence with the following:
The Manufacturer/Supplier should maintain and operate a quality assurance system in
accordance with ISO 9001. The Manufacturer/Supplier may maintain and operate a quality
assurance system based on an alternative standard, which may be considered by the
Principal for agreement.

3.

NORMATIVE REFERENCES
Add the following:
See also (Part III) of this PTS.

4.
4.18

TERMS AND DEFINITIONS


High Frequency Welded (HFW) Pipe
Amend as follows:
Change greater than 70 kHz to greater than 150 kHz.

4.27

Low Frequency Welded (LFW) Pipe


Amend as follows:
Change less than 70 kHz to less than 150 kHz.

5.

SYMBOLS AND ABBREVIATED TERMS

5.2

ABBREVIATIONS
CEV
DWTT
FL
HAZ
HV10
TDmin
WPQR
WPS

Carbon Equivalent Value


Drop Weight Tear Test
Fusion Line
Heat Affected Zone
Vickers Hardness determined with a 98.07 N test force
Minimum design temperature of the pipeline
Welding Procedure Qualification Record
Welding Procedure Specification

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6.

PIPE GRADE, STEEL GRADE AND DELIVERY CONDITION

6.1

Pipe grade and steel grade


Add the following

6.1.4

th

Only those grades nominated in API 5L 44 edition / ISO 3183: 2007, as modified by this
PTS, shall be supplied; intermediate grades shall not be used.
Delete Note a) of Table 1.

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7.

INFORMATION TO BE SUPPLIED BY THE PURCHASER

7.1

General information
Delete the first sentence and replace with the following:
The Principal should provide the following minimum information at the enquiry stage of the
order, except that requirements specifically addressed by this PTS need not be repeated:

d)

Replace with the following:


th

reference to API 5L 44 edition / ISO 3183:2007.


f)

Add the following:


or, whether constant inside diameter requirements are to be applied. In such cases the
required inside diameter shall be specified.

h)

Add the following:


such as sour service (H), offshore service (J), and resistance to ductile fracture
propagation (G).
Add the following:

i)

whether pipe is mother pipe for bends

j)

minimum design temperature

7.2

Additional information

a)

Items that are subject to mandatory agreement, if applicable:


1)

Delete this item, as intermediate grades shall not be supplied (see 6.1.4 above).

2)

Delete this item, as intermediate grades shall not be supplied (see 6.1.4 above).

4)

Delete this item, as grade L415N or X60N is not included in amended Table 5
(below).

6)

Delete this item, as the footnote is not included in amended Table 5 (below).

9)

Delete this item, as jointers shall not be supplied (see 8.11 below).

Add the following:

b)

10)

which of the Manufacturer/Suppliers quality control procedures.

12)

the requirement for elevated temperature tensile testing and the acceptance criteria;
NOTE: Several pipeline design standards require elevated temperature tensile
testing for pipeline design temperatures above 150C.

Items that apply as prescribed, unless otherwise agreed:


1)

Delete this item, as range is specified in amended 8.9 below.

2)

Delete this item, as equation is specified in amended 8.9 below.

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4)

replace [see Table 5, footnotes c), e), f), g), h) and i)] with [see amended Table 5,
footnote d)] as other footnotes no longer apply in amended Table 5 (below).

7)

Delete this item, as tolerances for pipe length are specified in amended 9.11.3.3.

11)

Delete this item, as jointers shall not be supplied (see 8.11 below).

Add the following:


13)

c)

Manufacturing procedure qualification and inspection test plan (ITP) to be submitted


prior to commencement of manufacturing process or first day production test in
accordance with Annex B.

Items that apply, if agreed:


3)

Delete this item, as intermediate grades shall not be supplied (see 6.1.4 above).

4)

Replace double seam SAWL pipe with double seam SAWL or COWL pipe for
consistency with amended Table 2 below.

5)

Delete this item, as seam heat treatment is specified in amended 8.8 below.

6)

Delete this item, as pipe containing strip/plate end welds shall not be supplied, as
per amended 8.10 below.

7)

Delete this item, as jointers shall not be supplied (see 8.11 below).

8)

Replace with CVN impact test temperature for PSL2 pipe with t > 40 mm (see 9.8.2
and Table 8a)

10)

Delete this item, as impact test requirements are specified in amended Table 8
below.

11)

Replace with DWT test of the pipe body of PSL 2 welded pipe with D 407 mm
(16.000 in) (see 9.9.1 and amended Table 18)

12)

Delete this item, as DWT test temperature is specified in amended 9.9.1.

22)

Delete this item, as alternatives not allowed, as per amended 10.2.5 below.

23)

Delete this item, as hardness testing requirements are specified in amended 9.16
and 10.2.4.9 below.

25)

Delete this item, as test pressure is specified in amended 10.2.6 below.

27)

Delete this item, as requirement is specified in amended Table 10 below.

31)

Delete this item, as location is specified in amended 11.2 below.

35)

Add para on requirement for colour identification for HFW pipe, see 11.2.7 below.

40)

Delete this item, as this is specified in amended 8.1.

41)

Delete this item, as requirement is specified in amended E.3.1.2 below.

51)

Delete this item, as requirement is specified in amended H.3.3.2.4 below.

52)

Delete this item, as pipe containing strip/plate end welds shall not be supplied, as
per amended 8.10 below.

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8.

MANUFACTURING

8.1

Process of manufacture
Add the following:
Steel making and pipe manufacturing activities shall be controlled by a quality plan specific
to the purchase order. For PSL 2 pipe, qualification of the manufacturing processes shall
be determined from the results of first-day production tests, in accordance with Annex B,
unless otherwise agreed with the Principal. The Principal may also require that
qualification be undertaken on a limited production quantity before allowing unrestricted
production. Change of steel making subcontractor shall necessitate repetition of first-day
production testing. For PSL 1 pipe qualification of the manufacturing processes in
accordance with Annex B shall not be required unless specified by the Principal.
Delete Table 2 and replace with the following
Amended Table 2 Acceptable processes of manufacture and product specification
levels
Type of pipe or
pipe end

PSL 1 pipe grade

PSL 2 pipe grade

L175 or
A25 b

L175P or
A25P b

L210 or
A

SMLS

LFW

HFW

LW

SAWL

SAWH c

COWL

L245 or
B

L290 or X42
to L485 or
X70

L245 or B to
L555 or X80

>L555 or X80
to L830 or
X120

Type of pipe

COWH

Double seam
SAWL d

Double seam
COWL d

Belled end e

Plain end

Plain
end
for
special coupling

Threaded end f

Type of pipe end

Grades L175, L175P, A25 and A25P are limited to pipe with D 141.3 mm (5.563 in)

Helical-seam pipe is limited to pipe with D 114.3 mm (4.500 in)

Double seam pipe shall only be supplied if agreed with the Principal, and only for pipe with D 914 mm
(36.000 in)

Belled-end pipe is limited to pipe with D 219.1 mm (8.625 in) and t 3.6 mm (0.141 in)

Threaded-end pipe is limited to SMLS and longitudinal seam welded pipes with D 508 mm (20.000 in)

NOTE: PSL2 pipe for sour service or offshore service shall comply with the further
restrictions specified in H.3 and J.3 respectively.

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Delete Table 3 and replace with the following
Amended Table 3 Acceptable manufacturing routes for PSL 2 pipe
Type of
pipe
SMLS

Starting material

Pipe heat
treatment
-

Hot forming

Normalizing

Hot forming and cold finishing

Quenching and
tempering

Normalizing-rolled strip

Cold forming

Heat treating a of
weld area only

Thermomechanical-rolled
strip

Cold forming

Heat treating a of
weld area only

Heat treating a of
weld area and
stress relieving of
entire pipe

Hot-rolled strip

Cold forming

or

Normalizing
Quenching
tempering

SAW
COW

Delivery
condition

Normalizing forming b

Ingot, bloom or billet

HFW

Pipe forming

N
and

Cold forming followed by hot


reducing under controlled
temperature resulting in a
normalized condition c

Cold forming followed by


thermomechanical forming of
pipe c

Normalized or normalizingrolled strip or plate

Cold forming

As-rolled.
Thermomechanical-rolled,
normalizing-rolled or
normalized

Cold forming

Normalizing

Thermomechanical-rolled
strip or plate

Cold forming

Quenched and tempered


plate

Cold forming

As-rolled.
Thermomechanical-rolled,
normalizing-rolled or
normalized strip or plate

Cold forming

Quenching
tempering

As-rolled.
Thermomechanical-rolled,
normalizing-rolled or
normalized strip or plate

Normalizing forming d

and

See 8.8 for applicable heat treatments

The finishing temperature shall be greater than 780C. Pipe finished at a lower temperature than 780C shall
be subject to a further normalizing heat treatment.

Hot reducing or thermomechanical processing of HFW pipe is only to be used by agreement with the Principal

Normalizing forming of SAW or COW pipe is only to be used by agreement with the Principal

Add the following:


For PSL 1 pipe the manufacturing route shall be at the discretion of the manufacturer, with
the following exclusions:

SMLS pipe shall not be supplied in the as-rolled condition


Hot reducing or thermomechanical processing of HFW pipe is only to be used by
agreement with the Principal
Normalizing forming of SAW or COW pipe is only to be used by agreement with
the Principal

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8.2

Processes requiring validation


Add the following:
The Manufacturer/Supplier shall nominate at least one authorised welding co-ordinator.
The Manufacturer/Suppliers welding coordination personnel shall have a documented job
specification in accordance with ISO 14731.
Welding equipment shall be fitted with automatic welding parameter monitoring and
recording.
Welding operations shall be controlled by a WPS. The WPS shall contain the information,
appropriate to the welding process, required by ISO 15609-1 or ASME IX, including the
control of heat input. For HFW, the WPS shall also state the following parameters:
Electrical or induction frequency;
Welding power input;
Welding speed;
Welding temperature.
The WPQR for each seam welding WPS should be generated from the first-day production
test results relating to the weld seam. Change of consumable Manufacturer and/or trade
name shall be outside of the range of approval.
NOTE: The range of approval for the WPS with respect to parent material thickness may
be restricted by the Charpy test requirements of Table 6 dependent upon the test
temperature selected.
Welders and welding operators shall be tested and approved in accordance with ISO
9606-1 or ISO 14732 as appropriate. Testing may be by production sample testing.
Destructive testing may be omitted.
NOTE: Repair welding requirements are addressed in Annex D.

8.4

Tack Welds
Add the following:

8.4.3

Tack welds shall be a continuous single pass. Intermittent tack welding shall not be
permitted.

8.8

Treatment of weld seams in EW and LW pipe


Delete this clause and subclauses (8.8.1 and 8.8.2) and replace with the following:
For all grades, the weld seam and the HAZ shall be heat treated so as to simulate a
normalizing heat treatment. Full body normalizing shall also be permitted.
For HFW pipe, the abutting edges of the strip or plate should be sheared, milled or
machined before welding.
Note: Rotary machining is not considered to constitute machining.

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8.9

Cold sizing and cold expansion


Delete this clause (and subclauses 8.9.1 to 8.9.3) and replace with the following:
All SAWL pipe shall be cold expanded by a mechanical process. Expansion to produce a
sizing ratio, Sr, of between 0.008 and 0.015 shall be applied. The sizing ratio shall be
defined as follows:

Da = OD after sizing
Db = OD before sizing
For seamless or HFW pipes which are cold sized to their final dimensions and for which no
further heat treatment, or only a heat treatment of the weld area, is carried out, the sizing
ratio shall not exceed 0.015.
8.10

Strip/plate end welds


Delete this subclause and replace with the following:
Strip/plate end welds are not permitted in the delivered pipe.

8.11

Jointers
Delete this subclause and replace with the following:
The delivery of jointers is not permitted.

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9.

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

9.1

General

9.1.2

Delete this subclause and replace with the following:


Pipe manufactured to a higher grade shall not be substituted for pipe ordered to a lower
grade, unless approved by the Principal.

9.2

Chemical composition

9.2.1

Delete and the chemical composition for intermediate grades shall be as agreed, but
consistent with those given in Table 4
Add the following:
The carbon equivalent value, CEIIW determined using Equation (3) below, shall be 0.43%.

9.2.2

Delete this clause and replace with the following:


For PSL 2 pipe with t 25.0 mm (0.984 in) the chemical composition shall be as given in
the amended Table 5 below.
Add the following:
The Manufacturer shall propose a target product analysis in the manufacturing
specification. A single value target CEV shall also be stated. The range of acceptable
variations in the product analysis shall be as follows:
C
Mn
Si
Ni
Cu
V
Nb
Al
Ti
Mo
Cr

0.03
0.30
0.25
0.10
0.10
0.03
0.02
0.03
0.015
0.05
0.05

NOTE: The above figures represent the total range and not a plus or minus tolerance.
Therefore, for example, if the proposed target carbon concentration is 0.05%, all product
analyses shall lie within a 0.03% total range (as specified above), which could be 0.05
0.08%, 0.04 0.07%, 0.03 0.06% etc. at the discretion of the manufacturer. Note also
that the requirements specified in Tables 4, 5, H.1 and J.1 shall still apply.
The range of acceptable variation in CEV shall be 0.02 units
NOTE PSL 2 pipe ordered for sour service shall meet the additional chemical composition
requirements described in Annex H. Similarly, PSL 2 pipe ordered for offshore service
shall meet the requirements described in Annex J.

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9.2.3

Delete this subclause and replace with the following:


The chemical composition for pipe with t > 25.0 mm (0.984 in) shall be agreed with the
Principal.

9.2.4

For PSL 2 pipe with a product analysis carbon mass fraction equal or less than 0.12%, the
carbon equivalent, CE Pcm, shall be determined using Equation (2):

CEPcm C

Si Mn Cu Ni Cr Mo V

5B
30 20 20 60 20 15 10

where the symbols for the chemical elements represent the mass fraction in percent (see
amended Table 5).
If the heat analysis for boron is less than 0.0005 %, then it is not necessary for the product
analysis to include boron, and the boron content shall be considered to be zero for the
CEPcm calculation.
9.2.5

Delete PSL 2 and replace with PSL 1 and PSL 2 pipe

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Delete Table 5 and replace with the following
Amended Table 5 Chemical composition for PSL 2 pipe with t 25.0 mm (0.984 in)
Mass fraction, based upon heat and product analyses
Steel grade

Cb

Si

Mn b

L245N or BN
L290N or X42N
L320N or X46N
L360N or X52N
L245Q or BQ
L290Q or X42Q
L320Q or X46Q
L360Q or X52Q
L390Q or X56Q
L415Q or X60Q
L450Q or X65Q
L485Q or X70Q
L555Q or X80Q

0.14
0.14
0.14
0.16
0.14
0.14
0.15
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.17
0.17

0.40
0.40
0.40
0.45
0.40
0.40
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45

1.35
1.35
1.40
1.65
1.35
1.35
1.40
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.75
1.85

L245M or BM
L290M or X42M
L320M or X46M
L360M or X52M
L390M or X56M
L415M or X60M
L450M or X65M
L485M or X70M
L555M or X80M
L625M or X90M
L690M or X100M
L830M or X120M

0.12
0.12
0.12
0.12
0.12
0.12
0.12
0.12
0.12
0.10
0.10
0.10

0.40
0.40
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.55
0.55
0.55

1.25
1.35
1.35
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.75
1.85
2.10
2.10
2.10

(maximum)
%
P
S
V
SMLS and welded pipes
d
0.020
0.010
0.020
0.010
0.05
0.020
0.010
0.07
0.020
0.010
0.10
0.020
0.010
0.04
0.020
0.010
0.04
0.020
0.010
0.05
0.020
0.010
0.07
0.020
0.010
0.07
0.020
0.010
0.08
0.020
0.010
0.09
0.020
0.010
0.10
0.020
0.010
0.10
Welded pipe
0.020
0.010
0.04
0.020
0.010
0.04
0.020
0.010
0.05
0.020
0.010
0.05
0.020
0.010
0.06
0.020
0.010
0.08
0.020
0.010
0.10
0.020
0.010
0.10
0.020
0.010
0.10
e
0.020
0.010
e
0.020
0.010
e
0.020
0.010

Nb

Ti

Other c

0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.06
0.06
0.06

e, f

0.05
0.05
0.05
0.04
0.04
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.06
0.04
0.04
0.05
0.05
0.08
0.08
0.08
0.08
0.08

0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.06
0.06
0.06
0.06

i, j

i, j

Carbon
equivalent a
(maximum)
%
CEIIW
CEPcm

f
e, f
e, h
f
f
f
e, h
e, h
e, h
e, h
e, h
e, h

f
f
f
e, h
e, h
e, h
e, h
e, h
e, h

0.36
0.19 g
0.36
0.19 g
0.38
0.20 g
0.43
0.22 g
0.34
0.19 g
0.34
0.19 g
0.36
0.20 g
0.39
0.20 g
0.40
0.21 g
0.41
0.22 g
0.42
0.22 g
0.42
0.23 g
as agreed
-

0.19
0.19
0.20
0.20
0.21
0.21
0.22
0.22
0.24
0.25
0.25
0.25

Based upon product analysis (see 9.2.4 and 9.2.5). The CEIIW limits apply if the carbon mass fraction is greater
than 0.12% and the CEPcm limits apply if the carbon mass fraction is less than or equal to 0.12%

For each reduction of 0.01% below the specified maximum for carbon, an increase of 0.05% above the specified
maximum for manganese is permissible, up to a maximum increase of 0.20%

Al total 0.060%; N 0.012%; Al/N 2:1 (not applicable to titanium-killed steel or titanium-treated steel)

Unless otherwise agreed, the sum of the niobium and vanadium concentrations shall be 0.06%

The sum of the niobium, vanadium and titanium concentrations shall be 0.15%

Cu 0.35%; Ni 0.30%; Cr 0.30%; Mo 0.10%; B 0.0005%; Cu+Ni+Cr+Mo 0.8%;

For SMLS pipe, the listed value is increased by 0.03 percentage points, up to a maximum of 0.25%

Cu 0.50%; Ni 0.50%; Cr 0.50%; Mo 0.50%; B 0.0005%; Cu+Ni+Cr+Mo 0.8%;

Cu 0.50%; Ni 1.00%; Cr 0.50%; Mo 0.50%

B 0.004%

NOTE: For grades L555/X80 the requirements are equivalent to those specified for
offshore pipe in the amended Table J.1.

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9.3

Tensile properties
Delete Table 7 and replace with the following:
Amended Table 7 Requirements for the results of tensile tests for PSL 2 pipe
Pipe Grade

Yield strength

L245N or BN
L245Q or BQ
L245M or BM
L290N or X42N
L290Q or X42Q
L290M or X42M
L320N or X46N
L320Q or X46Q
L320M or X46M
L360N or X52N
L360Q or X52Q
L360M or X52M
L390N or X56N
L390Q or X56Q
L390M or X56M
L415N or x60N
L415Q or X60Q
L415M or X60M
L450Q or X65Q
L450M or X65M
L485Q or X70Q
L485M or X70M
L555Q or X80Q
L555M or X80M
L625M or X90M
L690M or X100M
L830M or X120M
b
c
e
f

Weld seam of HFW,


SAW and COW pipes

Pipe body of seamless and welded pipes


Tensile strength b

Ratio c

Rt0.5
Rm
Rt0.5/Rm
MPa
MPa
minimum maximum minimum maximum maximum
245
450 e
415
760
0.90 h

Elongation on
50mm or 2in
Af
%
maximum
f

Tensile strength
Rm
MPa
minimum
415

290

495

415

760

0.90 h

415

320

520

435

760

0.90 h

435

360

525

460

760

0.90 h

460

390

540

490

760

0.90 h

490

415

565

520

760

0.90 h

520

450

570

535

760

0.90 h

535

485

605

570

760

0.90 h

570

555

675

625

825

0.90 h

625

625
690
830

775
840
1050

695
760
915

915
990
1145

0.95
0.97 g
0.99 g

695
760
915

f
f

If agreed for pipe in Grade L555 or X80, more stringent maximum tensile strength limits may apply
This limit applies for pipe with D > 323.9 mm (12.750 in)
For pipe requiring longitudinal testing the maximum yield strength shall be 495 MPa
The specified minimum elongation, Af, on 50 mm (2 in), expressed in percent and rounded to the nearest percent, shall be as
determined using the following equation:

Af C

0.2
AXC
U 0.9

where
C
AXC

g
h

is 1940 for calculations using SI units and 625000 for calculations using USC units;
is the applicable tensile test piece cross-sectional area, expressed in square millimeters (square inches), as
follows:
for circular cross-section test pieces, 130 mm2 (0.20 in2) for 12.5 mm (0.500 in) and 8.9 mm (0.350 in) diameter
test pieces; and 65 mm2 (0.10 in2) for 6.4 mm (0.25 in) diameter test pieces;
for full section test pieces, the lesser of a) 485 mm2 (0.75 in2) and b) the cross-sectional area of the test piece,
derived using the specified outside diameter and the specified wall thickness of the pipe, rounded to the nearest
10 mm2 (0.01 in2);
for strip test pieces, the lesser of a) 485 mm2 (0.75 in2) and b) the cross-sectional area of the test piece, derived
using the specified width of the test piece and the specified wall thickness of the pipe, rounded to the nearest 10
mm2 (0.01 in2);
U
is the specified minimum tensile strength, expressed in megapascals (pounds per square inch)
Lower Rt0.5/Rm ratio values may be specified by agreement for L690 or X100 and L830 or X120 pipe.
For longitudinal tests using unflattened, full wall thickness test pieces, the ratio may be increased to a maximum of 0.93.

NOTE: The requirements specified in the amended Table 7 above are the same as those
specified in Annex J (amended by this PTS) and so are applicable to both onshore and
offshore pipelines.

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9.4

Hydrostatic test

9.4.1

Delete Except as allowed by 9.4.2,

9.4.2

Delete this subclause

9.6

Flattening test

9.6 a) 1) Replace with There shall be no opening of the weld 50% of the original outside diameter.
9.6 a) 2) Insert In addition, at the start of the sentence.
9.6 b)

Delete and CW

9.6 b) 2) Insert In addition, at the start of the sentence.


9.8

CVN impact test for PSL 2 pipe


Amend title of clause to:

9.8

CVN impact test for PSL 1 and PSL 2 pipe

9.8.1.1

Add the following:


For instance, for size test pieces the required minimum is 0.75 times that for full size test
pieces (rounded to the nearest joule). Similarly, for size test pieces the required
minimum is 0.5 times that for full size test pieces (rounded to the nearest joule).
Add the following:

9.8.1.4

For PSL 1 pipe, the test temperature shall be 0C. For PSL 2 pipe the test temperature
shall be as given in Table 8a. If not specified, the minimum design temperature (Tmin) shall
be taken to 0C.

9.8.1.5

Note that for gas pipelines requiring resistance to ductile fracture propagation, alternative
acceptance criteria are specified in Annex G.

9.8.2.1

Delete and a test temperature of 0C (32F) or, if agreed, a lower temperature.

9.8.2.2

Delete if agreed so that shear area is mandatory.


Delete and a test temperature of 0C (32F) or, if agreed, a lower temperature.
Delete Table 8 and replace with:
Amended Table 8 CVN absorbed energy requirements for PSL 1 and PSL 2 pipe
Grade
L245
L290
L320
L360
L390
L415
L450
L485
L555

Minimum average absorbed energy


J
27
30
32
36
39
42
45
50
56

NOTE: Impact energy requirements for higher strength grades shall be as agreed with the
Principal.

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Table 8a CVN test temperature for PSL 2 pipe


Specified wall
CVN test temperature
thickness
mm
C
t 20
Lower of 0C and Tmin
20 < t 40
Lower of 0C and (Tmin -10)
t > 40
To be agreed with Principal
Where Tmin is the specified minimum design temperature

9.8.3

Delete this clause and replace with


The minimum average (of a set of three test pieces) absorbed energy for each pipe weld
and HAZ test, based upon full size test pieces, shall be as given in amended Table 8.

9.9

DWT test for PSL 2 welded pipe

9.9.1

Delete based on a test temperature of 0C (32F) or, if agreed, a lower temperature


Add the following:
The test temperature shall be the lower of 0C (32F) and the specified minimum design
temperature (Tmin). If not specified, the minimum design temperature (Tmin) shall be taken
to 0C.

9.10

Surface conditions, imperfections and defects

9.10.1.1 Add the following


NOTE Imperfection terminology is as defined in API Standard 5T1.
9.10.5.2 Delete this clause and replace with the following:
For dents, the length in any direction shall be 0.5 D for PSL 1 pipe and 0.25 D for PSL
2 pipe. The depth, measured as the gap between the extreme point of the dent and the
prolongation of the nominal contour of the pipe, shall not exceed the following:
a) For cold-formed dents with sharp-bottom gouges, 3.2 mm for PSL 1 pipe and 1.0 mm
for PSL 2 pipe.
b) For other dents, 6.4 mm for PSL 1 pipe and 3.2 mm for PSL 2 pipe.
9.10.7 a) Replace 0.125 t with 0.125 t for PSL 1 pipe, or 0.05 t for PSL 2 pipe
9.10.7 b) Replace > 0.125 t with > 0.125 t for PSL 1 pipe, or > 0.05 t for PSL 2 pipe
9.11

Dimensions, mass and tolerances

9.11.1.3 Delete this subclause and replace by the following


The pipe shall be delivered in lengths which are in accordance with 9.11.3.3.

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9.11.3.1 Delete Table 10 and replace with the following:
Amended Table 10 Tolerances for diameter and out-of-roundness
Specified
outside
diameter
D
mm (in)
< 60.3 (2.375)
60.3 (2.375)
to 168.3
(6.625)
> 168.3 (6.625)
to 610 (24.00)

Diameter tolerances
mm (in)
Pipe except the end a
SMLS pipe
Welded pipe
- 0.8 (0.031) to + 0.4 (0.016)

Pipe end a, b, c
SMLS pipe
Welded pipe

0.0075 D

-0.4 (0.016) to + 1.6 (0.063)

0.0075 D

0.0075 D
but maximum
of

Out-of-roundness
tolerances
mm (in)
Pipe except
Pipe end a,
b, c
the end a
d

0.005 D but maximum of


1.6 (0.063)

0.020 D

3.2 (0.125)
> 610 (24.00) to
1422 (56.00)

0.01 D

0.005 D but
maximum of
4.0 (0.160)

2.0
(0.079)

1.6 (0.063)

0.015 D but
maximum of
15 (0.6) for
D/t 75
By
agreement
for D/t > 75

0.01 D but
maximum
of 5.0 mm

> 1422 (56.00)


As agreed
The pipe end includes a length of 100 mm (4.0 in) at each of the pipe extremities
b
For SMLS pipe, the tolerances apply for t 25.0 mm (0.984 in) and the tolerances for thicker pipe shall be as
agreed
c
For pipe diameter > 168.3 mm, the diameter tolerance and the out-of-roundness tolerance shall be determined
using the measured inside diameter rather than the specified outside diameter.
d
Included in the diameter tolerance
a

9.11.3.2 Delete this clause and replace with the following:


For PSL 1 pipe, the tolerances for wall thickness shall be as given in Table 11.
For PSL 2 pipe, the tolerances for wall thickness, for welded pipe shall be in accordance
with Table 11a. For PSL 2 SMLS pipe, the tolerances for wall thickness shall be +15% and
-10%.
Add the following:
Table 11a - Tolerances for wall thickness for welded pipe
Wall thickness
mm
t7
7 < t 10
t > 10

Tolerance
Minus
0.35 mm
5%
0.50 mm

Plus
10%
10%
10%

9.11.3.3 Delete this subclause and Table 12 and replace with the following:
Random lengths for onshore pipe shall be delivered within the tolerances given in Table
12.
Delete Table 12 and replace with:

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Amended Table 12 Tolerances for random length pipe for onshore application
Random length
designation
12
15
18

Minimum
length
m
10
12
15

Minimum average length


for each order item
m
11.50
14.25
17

Maximum
length
m
13.70
16.80
19.80

Pipe for offshore service shall comply with the further restrictions specified in J.6.3.

Add the following


9.16

Hardness
The maximum hardness at any location parent materials, HAZ or weld metal

No.

Application

Pipe Group

Hardness Vickers Value


(HV10)

Non-sour
service

PSL 1

325

PSL 2 ( X80)

300

PSL 2 (> X80)

Shall be as agreed with


Principal

PSL 2 (up to Grade X65)

270

PSL 2 (Grade X70 X80)

300

PSL 2S

250;

Offshore

Sour service

Unexposed cap region: 275

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10

INSPECTION

10.1

Types of inspection and inspection documents

10.1.2.2 b) Add the following


and carbon equivalent (product analysis and acceptance criterion). The chemical analysis
shall include all elements covered by the requirements of Table 4.
10.1.3.2 b) Add the following
The chemical analysis shall include all elements covered by the requirements of amended
Table 5.
10.2

Specific inspection

10.2.1

Inspection frequency
Delete Table 17 and replace with the following:
Amended Table 17 Inspection frequency for PSL 1 pipe
Type of inspection

Type of pipe

Frequency of inspection

Heat analysis

All pipe

One analysis per heat of steel

Product analysis

SMLS, LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL,


SAWH, COWL, COWH

Two analyses per heat of steel (taken


from separate product items)

Tensile testing of the pipe body of


welded pipe with D 48.3 mm (1.900 in)
in grade L175 or A25

LFW or HFW

Once per test unit e of not more than 25


tonnes (28 tons) of pipe

Tensile testing of the pipe body of


welded pipe with D > 48.3 mm (1.900 in)
in grade L175 or A25

LFW or HFW

Once per test unit of not more than 50


tonnes (55 tons) of pipe

Tensile testing of the pipe body of


seamless pipe

SMLS

Tensile testing of the pipe body of


welded pipe in grades higher than
Grade L175 or A25

LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

Once per test unit of pipe not more than


50 tonnes (55 tons) with the same coldexpansion ratio a

Tensile testing of the longitudinal or


helical seam weld of welded pipe with D
219.1 mm (8.625 in)

LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

Once per test unit of pipe with the same


cold-expansion ratio a

If agreed with Principal, CVN impact


testing of the pipe body of pipe with
specified outside diameter and specified
wall thickness as given in Table 22

SMLS, LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL,


SAWH, COWL, COWH

Once per test unit of not more than 50


tonnes (55 tons) with the same cold expansion ratio a

If agreed with Principal, CVN impact


testing of the longitudinal or helical
seam weld of welded pipe with specified
outside diameter and specified wall
thickness as given in Table 22

LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

Once per test unit of not more than 50


tonnes (55 tons) with the same cold expansion ratio a

Bend testing of the longitudinal seam


weld of welded pipe with D 48.3 mm
(1.900 in) in grade L175, L175P, A25 or
A25P

LFW, HFW or LW

Once per test unit of not more than 25


tonnes (28 tons) of pipe

Bend testing of the longitudinal seam


weld of welded pipe with 48.3 mm
(1.900 in) < D 60.3 mm (2.375 in) in
grade L175, L175P, A25 or A25P

LFW, HFW or LW

Once per test unit of not more than 50


tonnes (55 tons) of pipe

Guided bend testing of the longitudinal


or helical seam weld of welded pipe

SAWL, SAWH, COWL or COWH

Once per test unit of not more than 50


lengths of pipe of the same grade

Guided bend testing of the longitudinal


seam weld of welded pipe with D
323.9 mm (12.750 in)

LW

Once per test unit of not more than 50


lengths of pipe of the same grade

Flattening test of welded pipe

LFW, HFW or LW

As shown in Figure 6

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Hardness testing of hard spots in coldformed welded pipe

LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

Any hard spot exceeding 50 mm (2.0 in)


in any direction

Hydrostatic testing

SMLS, LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL,


SAWH, COWL, COWH

Each pipe

Macrographic testing of the longitudinal


or helical seam weld of welded pipe

SAWL, SAWH, COWL, COWH

At least once per operating shift plus


whenever any change of pipe size
occurs during the operating shift; or, if
10.2.5.3 applies, at the beginning of the
production of each combination of
specified outside diameter and specified
wall thickness.

Metallographic testing of the longitudinal


seam weld of welded pipe

LFW or HFW excluding full body


normalized pipe

At least once per operating shift plus


whenever changes of grade, specified
outside diameter or specified wall
thickness are made; plus whenever
significant excursions from operating
heat
treatment
conditions
are
encountered; or when the coil is
changed for non-continuous process

Visual inspection

SMLS, LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL,


SAWH, COWL, COWH

Each pipe,
10.2.7.2

Pipe diameter and out-of-roundness

SMLS, LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL,


SAWH, COWL, COWH

At least once per 4 h per operating shift


plus whenever any change of pipe size
occurs during the operating shift

Wall thickness measurement

All pipes

Each pipe (see 10.2.8.5)

Other dimensional testing

SMLS, LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL,


SAWH, COWL, COWH

Random testing, with the details left to


the discretion of the manufacturer

Weighing of pipe with D < 141.3 mm


(5.563 in)

SMLS, LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL,


SAWH, COWL, COWH

Each pipe, unless agreed with Principal

Weighing of pipe with D 141.3 mm


(5.563 in)

SMLS, LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL,


SAWH, COWL, COWH

Each pipe

Non-destructive inspection

SMLS, LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL,


SAWH, COWL, COWH

In accordance with Annex E

except

as

allowed

by

The cold expansion ratio is designated by the manufacturer, and is derived using the designated beforeexpansion outside diameter or circumference and the after-expansion outside diameter or circumference. An
increase or decrease in the cold expansion ratio of more than 0.002 requires the creation of a new test unit.

For double-seam pipe, both longitudinal weld seams in the pipe selected to represent the test unit shall be
tested.

In addition, for each welding machine, at least one pipe per week shall be tested.

Test unit is as defined in 4.49.

Delete Table 18 and replace with the following:


Amended Table 18 Inspection frequency for PSL 2 pipe
Type of inspection

Type of pipe

Frequency of inspection

Heat analysis

All pipe

One analysis per heat of steel

Product analysis

SMLS, HFW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

Two analyses per heat of steel (taken


from separate product items)

Tensile testing of the pipe body

SMLS, HFW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

Once per test unit of not more than 50


tonnes (55 tons) with the same cold expansion ratio a

Tensile testing of the longitudinal or


helical seam weld of welded pipe with D
219.1 mm (8.625 in)

HFW, SAWL, SAWH, COWL,


COWH

Once per test unit of not more than 50


tonnes (55 tons) with the same cold expansion ratio a, b, c

CVN impact testing of the pipe body of


pipe with specified outside diameter and
specified wall thickness as given in
Table 22

SMLS, LFW, HFW, LW, SAWL,


SAWH, COWL, COWH

Once per test unit of not more than 50


tonnes (55 tons) with the same cold expansion ratio a

CVN impact testing of the longitudinal or


helical seam weld of welded pipe with
specified outside diameter and specified
wall thickness as given in Table 22

HFW, SAWL, SAWH, COWL,


COWH

Once per test unit of not more than 50


tonnes (55 tons) with the same cold expansion ratio a, b, c

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For pipe destined for gas lines, DWT
testing of the pipe body of welded pipe
with D 400 mm

HFW, SAWL, SAWH, COWL,


COWH

Once per test unit of not more than 50


tonnes (55 tons) with the same cold expansion ratio a

Guided bend testing of the longitudinal


or helical seam weld of welded pipe

SAWL, SAWH, COWL or COWH

Once per test unit of not more than 50


tonnes (55 tons) with the same cold expansion ratio a

Flattening test of welded pipe

HFW

As shown in Figure 6

Hardness testing of hard spots in coldformed welded pipe

HFW, SAWL, SAWH, COWL,


COWH

Any hard spot exceeding 50 mm (2.0 in)


in any direction

Hardness testing of pipe body and of the


longitudinal or helical seam weld and
HAZ of welded pipe

SMLS, HFW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

Once per test unit of pipe with the same


cold-expansion ratio

Hydrostatic testing

SMLS, HFW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

Each pipe

Macrographic testing of the longitudinal


or helical seam weld of welded pipe

SAWL, SAWH, COWL, COWH

At least once per operating shift plus


whenever any change of pipe size
occurs during the operating shift; or, if
10.2.5.3 applies, at the beginning of the
production of each combination of
specified outside diameter and specified
wall thickness.

Metallographic testing of the longitudinal


seam weld of welded pipe

HFW
excluding
normalized pipe

At least once per operating shift plus


whenever changes of grade, specified
outside diameter or specified wall
thickness are made; plus whenever
significant excursions from operating
heat
treatment
conditions
are
encountered; or when the coil is
changed for non-continuous process

Visual inspection

SMLS, HFW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

Each pipe,
10.2.7.2

Pipe diameter and out-of-roundness

SMLS, HFW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

One pipe out of every 20 pipes, plus


whenever a change in pipe size occurs

Wall thickness measurement

All pipes

Each pipe (see 10.2.8.5)

Other dimensional testing

SMLS, HFW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

Random testing, with the details left to


the discretion of the manufacturer

Weighing of pipe with D < 141.3 mm


(5.563 in)

SMLS, HFW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

Each pipe, unless agreed with Principal

Weighing of pipe with D 141.3 mm


(5.563 in)

SMLS, HFW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

Each pipe

Non-destructive inspection

SMLS, HFW, SAWL, SAWH,


COWL, COWH

In accordance with Annex K

full

body

except

as

allowed

by

The cold expansion ratio is designated by the manufacturer, and is derived using the designated beforeexpansion outside diameter or circumference and the after-expansion outside diameter or circumference. An
increase or decrease in the cold expansion ratio of more than 0.002 requires the creation of a new test unit.

In addition, pipe produced by each welding machine shall be tested at least once per week.

For double-seam pipe, both longitudinal weld seams in the pipe selected to represent the test unit shall be
tested.

Test unit is as defined in 4.49.

10.2.1.2 Add the following


NOTE PSL 2 pipe for sour service or offshore service is subject to additional inspection
requirements described in Annex H or Annex J respectively.

10.2.2

Samples and test pieces for product analysis


Delete this subclause and replace with the following:
The samples shall be taken from the finished pipe and the test pieces prepared in
accordance with ISO 14284 or ASTM E 1806. Finished pipe shall be understood to mean
pipe which has been formed and welded where applicable, but before trimming to final
pipe lengths.

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10.2.3

Samples and test pieces for mechanical tests

10.2.3.1 Add the following:


Evidence of a defective specimen shall be provided to the purchaser or purchaser
appointed representative before retests are accepted on this basis.
Delete Table 19 and replace with the following:
Amended Table 19 Number, orientation and location of test pieces per sample for
mechanical tests for PSL 1 pipe
Type of pipe

Sample
location

Type of test

Number, orientation and location of test pieces per sample a


Specified outside diameter, D mm (in)
< 219.1 (8.625)

SMLS, not cold- Pipe body


expanded
[see Figure 5 a)]
Pipe body
SMLS, coldexpanded
[see Figure 5 a)]
Pipe body
LW
[see Figure 5 b)]
Seam weld

Seam weld

SAWL or COWL Pipe body


[see Figure 5 b)]
Seam weld

3T

3T

Tensile

1L

CVN

3T

1T

1T

3T
b

3T

1T c

3T
c

1T180 c

CVN

3T90

3T90

3T90

3T90

1W

1W

1W

3W

3W

3W

3W

2W

2W

Flattening

1T180

3T
c

1L90

Tensile

1T180

1L

3T

508 (20.000)

Tensile

As shown in Figure 6

Tensile

1L90 b

1T180 c

1T180 c

1T180 c

CVN

3T90

3T90

3T90

3T90

1W

1W

1W

3W

3W

3W

3W

Tensile
Flattening

As shown in Figure 6

Tensile

1L90 b

1T180 c

1T180 c

1T180 c

CVN

3T90

3T90

3T90

3T90

1W

1W

1W d

Tensile
CVN

Guided bend
Pipe body
SAWH or
COWH
[see Figure 5 c)]
Seam weld

1L

CVN

CVN
Pipe body
and weld

to
< 508 (20.000)

1L

Guided bend

Pipe body
LFW or HFW
[see Figure 5 b)]

to
1L b

323.9 (12.750)

< 323.9 (12.750)


Tensile

CVN
Pipe body
and weld

219.1 (8.625)

3W, 3FL, 3FL+2, 3W, 3FL, 3FL+2, 3W, 3FL, 3FL+2,


3FL+5
3FL+5
3FL+5

3W, 3FL,
3FL+2, 3FL+5
d

2W

2W

2W

2W d

1T c

Tensile

1L

CVN

3T

3T

3T

3T

1W

1W

1W

Tensile
CVN
Guided bend

1T

1T

3W, 3FL, 3FL+2, 3W, 3FL, 3FL+2, 3W, 3FL, 3FL+2,


3FL+5
3FL+5
3FL+5
2W

2W

2W

3W, 3FL,
3FL+2, 3FL+5
2W

See Figure 5 for an explanation of the symbols used to designate orientation and location of samples and test
pieces

Full-section longitudinal test pieces may be used at the option of the manufacturer

If agreed, annular test pieces may be used for the determination of transverse yield strength by the hydraulic ring
expansion test in accordance with ASTM A370

For double-seam pipe, both longitudinal weld seams in the pipe selected to represent the test unit shall be
tested.

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Delete Table 20 and replace with the following:


Amended Table 20 Number, orientation and location of test pieces per sample for
mechanical tests for PSL 2 pipe
Type of pipe

Sample
location

Type of test

Number, orientation and location of test pieces per sample a


Specified outside diameter, D mm (in)
< 219.1 (8.625)

SMLS, not cold- Pipe body


expanded
[see Figure 5 a)]
Pipe body
SMLS, coldexpanded
[see Figure 5 a)]
Pipe body
HFW
[see Figure 5 b)]

Seam weld

Pipe body
and weld
SAWL or COWL Pipe body
[see Figure 5 b)]

Seam weld

b
c
d

508 (20.000)

< 323.9 (12.750)

< 508 (20.000)

1L c, d

1L c, d

1L c, d

CVN

3T

3T

3T

3T

Hardness

1T

1T

1T

1T

Tensile

1L b

1T d

1T d

1T d

CVN

3T

3T

3T

3T

Hardness

1T

1T

1T

Tensile

1L90

CVN

3T90

DWT
Tensile

d, g

1T180

1T
d, g

1T180

1T180 d, g

3T90

3T90

3T90

2T90

2T90

1W

1W

1W

CVN

3W

3W

3W

3W

Hardness

1W

1W

1W

1W

Flattening

As shown in Figure 6

Tensile

1L90 b

1T180 d, g

1T180 d, g

1T180 d, g

CVN

3T90

3T90

3T90

3T90

DWT

2T90

2T90

Tensile

1W

1W

1W e

3W, 3FL, 3FL+2, 3W, 3FL, 3FL+2, 3W, 3FL, 3FL+2,


3FL+5
3FL+5
3FL+5
1W

1W
f

2W

2W e, f

2W

Tensile

1L b

1T d

1T d

1T d

CVN

3T

3T

3T

3T

DWT

2T

2T

1W

1W

Tensile

2W

1W e

1W
f

3W, 3FL,
3FL+2, 3FL+5

Guided bend

CVN

to

1L b

Hardness

Seam weld

323.9 (12.750)

to
Tensile

CVN

Pipe body
SAWH or
COWH
[see Figure 5 c)]

219.1 (8.625)

3W, 3FL, 3FL+2, 3W, 3FL, 3FL+2, 3W, 3FL, 3FL+2,


3FL+5
3FL+5
3FL+5

1W
3W, 3FL,
3FL+2, 3FL+5

Hardness

1W

1W

1W

1W

Guided bend

2W f

2W f

2W f

2W f

See Figure 5 for an explanation of the symbols used to designate orientation and location of samples and test
pieces
Full-section longitudinal test pieces may be used at the option of the manufacturer
If agreed, transverse test pieces may be used.
If agreed, annular test pieces may be used for the determination of transverse yield strength by the hydraulic ring
expansion test in accordance with ASTM A370
For double-seam pipe, both longitudinal weld seams in the pipe selected to represent the test unit shall be
tested.
For pipe with t > 19.0 mm (0.748 in), the test pieces may be machined to provide a rectangular cross-section
having a thickness of 18.0 mm (0.709 in)
For deep-water pipelay, additional longitudinal tests might be specified, with the requirements and frequency
being as agreed

NOTE: The amended Table 20 given above is applicable for all PSL2 pipe (onshore and
offshore, sour and non-sour). Tables H.4 and J.8 are deleted, as specified below.

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10.2.3.2 Delete last sentence and replace with the following:
Weld beads shall be ground flush and local imperfections may be removed.
th

10.2.3.3 Delete 4 paragraph and replace with the following:


For test pieces taken along or offset from the fusion line of SAW and COW pipes, the axis
of the notch shall be located on, or as close as practicable to the fusion line of the outside
weld bead as shown in Figure 7, or offset away from the weld by the specified number of
millimetres. The specimen shall be taken as close as practicable to the OD surface of the
pipe.
Add the following:
10.2.3.8 Samples for hardness tests
Samples for hardness tests shall be taken from the end of selected pipes and, for welded
pipe, each sample shall contain a section of the longitudinal or helical seam at its centre.
10.2.4

Test methods

10.2.4.8 Hardness test


Delete this subclause and replace with the following:
10.2.4.8 Hardness testing of hard spots
Hardness testing shall be performed in accordance with ISO 6507-1 or ASTM E- 92, using
a test force of 98.07 N. Hardness measurements using portable hardness testers shall be
performed in accordance with ASTM E 110.
Add the following subclause:
10.2.4.9 Hardness testing of pipe body and seam welds
Hardness testing shall be carried out in accordance with H.7.3.3 (as amended by this
PTS).
10.2.5

Macrographic and metallographic tests

10.2.5.2 Delete this subclause


10.2.5.3 Delete this subclause and replace with the following:
For all EW and LW pipe (see 8.8), it shall be verified by metallographic testing that the
entire weld heat affected zone has been appropriately heat treated over the full wall
thickness. This test may be omitted when the whole pipe has been heat treated.
10.2.6

Hydrostatic test

10.2.6.5 Change definition of S as follows:


S is the hoop stress expressed in megapascals, calculated on the basis of the minimum
specified wall thickness, and including stresses from end loading, equal to 90% (for PSL 1
pipe) or 95% (for PSL 2 pipe) of the specified minimum yield strength.
10.2.6.6 Change definition of S as follows:
S is the hoop stress expressed in megapascals, calculated on the basis of the minimum
specified wall thickness, and including stresses from end loading, equal to 90% (for PSL 1
pipe) or 95% (for PSL 2 pipe) of the specified minimum yield strength.

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Delete Table 26
10.2.6.7 Delete this subclause
10.2.7

Visual inspection

10.2.7.1 Add the following


In addition, for pipe of outer diameter 610 mm, visual aids for remote inspection should
be used, where necessary, to achieve coverage of at least 25% of the internal weld length.
For pipes of outer diameter > 610 mm, the inspector shall pass through the bore of the
pipe.
10.2.8

Dimensional testing

10.2.8.1 Delete the first sentence.


Add the following
Body diameter measurements shall be taken at a point midway along the length of the
pipe.
10.2.8.2 Delete the first sentence.
10.2.8.3 Delete and replace with the following:
For pipe with D > 168.3 mm, inside diameter measurements shall be used to determine
conformance with the diameter tolerances. The out-of-roundness tolerance may be
determined as the difference between the largest inside diameter and the smallest inside
diameter, as measured in the same cross-sectional plane.
10.2.8.5 Add the following
Measurements shall be taken at a minimum of four equidistant locations around the
circumference of the pipe.
If manual ultrasonic measurement techniques are used they shall be performed in
accordance with ASTM E 797.
Add the following
10.2.8.7 The manufacturer shall control measuring equipment in accordance with ISO 10012.
10.2.9

Weighing
Delete this clause and replace with the following:
For pipe with D 141.3 mm (5.563 in), the lengths of pipe shall be weighed individually.
For pipe with D < 141.3 mm (5.563 in), the lengths of pipe shall be weighed either
individually or, if agreed with the Principal, in convenient lots of a size agreed with the
Principal.

10.2.10 Non-destructive inspection


Delete this clause and replace with the following:
For PSL 1 pipe non-destructive testing shall be in accordance with Annex E. For PSL 2
pipe, the additional non-destructive testing detailed in Annex K shall also apply.

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11.

MARKING

11.2.1

Add the following list items


k) Client name
l) Supplied project name
m) PO or contract number
n) Any additional information, as agreed with the Principal
o) Test pressure
p) Pipe weight
q) PTS 31.40.20.38
NOTE: PSL 2 pipe for sour service or offshore service are subject to additional marking
requirements as described in Annex H or Annex J respectively.

11.2.2

Delete list items b) and c) and replace with the following:


b) For all pipe with 48.3 mm < D < 406.4 mm the markings shall be on the outside surface
of the pipe, in the sequence listed in 11.2.1, starting at a point between 250 mm and 500
mm from one of the pipe ends.
c) For all pipe with D 406.4 mm the markings shall be on the inside surface of the pipe, in
the sequence listed in 11.2.1, starting at a point not less than 150 mm from one of the pipe
ends.

11.2.7

Delete this subclause and replace with the following:


On HFW pipe, the Manufacturer shall apply a 50 mm wide daub of heat resistant white
paint on the inside surface at each end of each pipe to mark the location of the weld line.
Add the following:

11.2.8

Stencil markings and the daub of paint referred to in 11.2.7 above shall be covered with a
mill varnish lacquer.

12.

Coatings and bevel protectors


Add the following:

12.3

Bevel protectors
Unless otherwise agreed with the Principal, all pipe shall be delivered with steel bevel
protectors on both ends to protect against damages.

13.

Retention of records
Delete list item j) as jointers shall not be supplied (see 8.11 above).
Add the following list item:
m) Hardness and dimensional measurements
n) Any additional item requested by the Principal

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Annex A

Specification for welded jointers


Delete this Annex.

Annex B

Manufacturing procedure qualification for PSL 2 pipe


Change title as follows

Annex B

Manufacturing procedure qualification for PSL 1 or PSL 2 pipe

B.1

Introduction

B.1.3

Delete this subclause and replace with the following:


Verification of the manufacturing procedure shall be by qualification in accordance with B.3
and B.4. Manufacturing procedure qualification is to be a hold point, i.e. the
Manufacturer/Supplier cannot proceed with unrestricted manufacturing at own risk until
qualification results are approved by the Principal.
Add the following:

B.1.4

Deviation from the qualified manufacturing procedure, as defined in B.5, shall require full
requalification of the manufacturing procedure.

B.2

Additional information to be supplied by the purchaser


Delete this list items a) and b).

B.3

Characteristics of the manufacturing procedure


Delete or at the manufacturers own risk from the initial production run from the first
sentence.
Add the following to list item a):
6) quality plan detailing all inspection points and tests performed in accordance with ISO
10005 using an agreed format (NOTE : Guidance on quality plans is given in PTS
82.00.10.10)
Add the following to list item b) 5) i)
- methods to be used for heating strip edges and for the control and monitoring of
powerinput in relation to the temperature of the pipe surface and the speed of the pipe;
- frequency (in kHz) of the welding power supply;
- details of any protective atmosphere used for welding;
- methods used to accomplish and control the upset welding of the heated pipe edges;
- methods used for trimming of the weld bead.
Add the following to list item b) 5) ii)
- brand name, classification, size and grade of filler metal and flux;
- speed of welding;
- number of electrodes and polarity for each electrode;
- stickout for each wire;
- welding current for each wire;
- welding voltage for each wire.

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B.4

Manufacturing procedure qualification tests

B.4.1

Add the following


This shall be achieved by selecting at random three of the completely finished pipes of the
first days production. If more than one heat is used in the first-day production pipes, at
least two heats shall be represented by the test pipes. For HFW pipe, the test pipes shall
consist of the pipes made from each end of the first coil of strip, and one pipe made from
the middle of this coil of strip.
The number, orientation and location of test pieces taken from each first-day production
pipe shall be as indicated in amended Table 20.

B.4.2

Delete this subclause and replace with the following


In addition to that specified by B.4.1 above, the following shall form part of the testing
requirements:

B.4.2.1

Charpy impact testing


Pipe shall be impact tested at the locations given in amended Table 20. For each of the
first-day production pipes, a full impact transition curve shall be determined for the parent
metal.

B.4.2.2

All weld tensile tests (SAW only)


All weld tensile tests shall be performed on each of the first-day production test pipes. The
test results shall meet the minimum specified requirements of the parent pipe with regard
to yield, tensile strength and elongation. The test method shall be in accordance with EN
876.

B.4.2.3

Drop Weight Tear tests


For pipe destined for gas lines, with D 400 mm, in addition to the normal DWT test
requirements a full transition curve shall be established for the parent material on each of
the test pipes.

B.4.2.4

Radiography
The weld seams of all SAW pipes shall be radiographically examined throughout their full
length in accordance with (E.4)

B.4.2.5

PT or MT
The weld seam shall be subjected to liquid penetrant or magnetic particle testing in order
to check for surface defects in the weld and adjacent HAZ.

B.4.4

Delete this subclause and replace with the following


If agreed with Principal, for orders less than 100 MT, acceptable data from a previous
order for a PETRONAS Group company shall be acceptable
Add new subclause:

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B.5

Requalification of manufacturing procedure


The following changes to the manufacturing procedure shall require full requalification of
the manufacturing procedure:
-

Annex C
C.4.1

Any change to the steel chemistry which produces a change in the CEV of more than
0.03;
Any change to the steel deoxidation practice;
A change from ingot casting to continuous casting or vice versa;
Any change to the plate or pipe reduction ratio;
A change in the finishing temperature during plate or strip rolling;
A change in the finishing temperature for pipe not subject to further heat treatment;
A change in the pipe heat treatment soaking temperature and soaking time;
Any change to the welding procedure outside the essential variable limits of ISO 156141 or ASME IX. In addition for SAW pipe, a change in flux brand name and an increase
of more than 20 mm in the wire stickout.

Treatment of surface imperfections and defects


Delete this subclause and replace with the following:
Repair by welding of the pipe body is not permitted for either PSL 1 pipe or PSL 2 pipe.
Repair by welding of the weld seam in EW pipe (HFW and LFW) is also not permitted.

Annex D

Repair welding procedure

D.1.2

Delete list item b)

D.1.5

Add the following


The weld repair WPS shall contain the information required by ISO 15609-1 or ASME IX.
Add the following subclause:

D.1.6

Separate test welds shall be made for external and internal repairs. The test welds shall be
representative of each common repair procedure used by the Manufacturer, such as a
simulated undercut repair or a simulated partial penetration repair.
Add the following subclause:

D.2.3.4.5 Fusion line specimens shall be taken from both sides of the repair weld.
Add the following subclause:
D.2.3.5

Hardness testing
Hardness testing shall be carried out in accordance with H.7.3.3. Acceptance criteria shall
be in accordance with 9.16 (onshore non-sour service) or H.4.4 (sour service) or J.4.3
(offshore non-sour service) as appropriate.

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Annex E

Non-destructive inspection for other than sour service or offshore service

Amend title to
Annex E

Non-destructive inspection for PSL1 and PSL2 pipe


NOTE: For all PSL 2 pipe, the additional provisions of Annex K shall also apply.

E.1

Qualification of personnel

E.1.1

Add the following:


An equivalent standard, such as ISO 9712 shall only be acceptable where qualification and
certification has been undertaken by an independent qualifying body and certifying body.

E.1.3

Delete or by Level 1 personnel under the supervision of Level 2 or 3 personnel


Add the following:

E.1.4

The Manufacturer/Supplier shall have an NDT Level 3 available on call at all times during
manufacture. All of the Manufacturer/Suppliers NDT specifications and procedures shall
clearly state the approval of the NDT Level 3 showing the approval date and the
qualification number and expiry date of the NDT Level 3 individual.

E.3

Methods of inspection

E.3.1.2

Delete this subclause and replace with the following


All SMLS pipe shall be non-destructively inspected full length (100%) as given in amended
Table E.2.
Delete Table E.2 and replace with
Amended Table E.2 SMLS pipe body non-destructive inspection
Item

PSL 2 pipe, any grade


PSL 1 pipe, any grade

E.3.1.3

Non-destructive inspection method


Electromagnetic
Ultrasonic
Magnetic particle
(circular field)
One method or a combination of methods is required, to include
Ultrasonic as a minimum
One method or a combination of methods is required, to include
Ultrasonic as a minimum

Delete list item b) and replace with the following


b) inspection shall take place after hydrostatic testing

E.3.2.2

Add the following:


For EW pipe, the untested ends (minimum distance of 200 mm) shall be subjected to a
manual or a semi-automatic ultrasonic technique which is based on the same technique,
test sensitivity, and test parameters as used for the body or weld seam of the pipe. Where
manual ultrasonic testing is carried out, the scanning speed shall not exceed 100 mm/s.

E.3.2.3

Delete the words If agreed, to make such inspection mandatory. Change 25 mm to


50 mm

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E.3.3.1

Delete the words or magnetic particle method and add the following:
The untested ends (minimum distance 200 mm) shall be subjected to a manual or a semiautomatic ultrasonic technique which is based on the same technique, test sensitivity, and
test parameters as used for the body or weld seam of the pipe. Where manual ultrasonic
testing is carried out, the scanning speed shall not exceed 100 mm/s.

E.3.3.2

Delete the words If agreed, to make such inspection mandatory. Change 25 mm to


50 mm

E.4

Radiographic inspection of the weld seams

E.4.2.3

Delete this subclause and replace by the following


The relative film density of the radiograph shall be between 2.0 to 3.5 in the weld metal.
Add the following new subclause

E.4.2.4

The radiographic inspection of the body weld seam and the weld seam at the pipe ends
may be replaced by automatic filmless radiography provided that the standard of the
automatic filmless radiography is at least equal to the requirements for film radiography
specified in this PTS. The final disposition for suspect areas shall always be made using
UT.

E.5

Ultrasonic and electromagnetic inspection

E.5.1.1

Add the following:


Electromagnetic techniques shall only be used when the nominal pipe wall thickness is
less than or equal to 6 mm.
Add the following new subclauses:

E.5.1.3

The equipment shall have automatic facilities with the following characteristics:

registration/ recording of indications on paper and/or on a retrievable medium shall


be carried out without any intervention of the ultrasonic operator.
a device which monitors the effectiveness of the acoustic coupling - a deviation in
excess of 10 dB from the good coupling situation indicates a loss of coupling. Loss
of coupling shall be recorded and clear automatic acoustic warnings and automatic
paint spray shall be activated.

E.5.1.4

All systems shall be equipped with ruggedised scanning systems. For welded pipe, an
automated weld tracking system for correct positioning of the probes with respect to the
weld centreline shall be used.

E.6

Magnetic particle inspection

E.6.2

Add the following:


Magnetic particle inspection shall be performed in accordance with ASTM E 709 and the
following requirements:

fluorescent ink shall be used;


permanent magnets shall not be used;
prods shall not be used;
residual magnetism shall not be used;
magnetic field strength shall be checked once per eight hour shift.

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E.7

Residual magnetism

E.7.6

Delete 3.0 mT (30 Gs) and replace with 2.0 mT (20 Gs).
Delete 3.5 mT (35 Gs) and replace with 2.5 mT (25 Gs).

E.8

Laminar imperfections in the pipe body of EW, SAW and COW pipes

E.8.1

Remove if agreed such that ultrasonic testing is mandatory.

E.8.2

Remove if agreed such that ultrasonic testing is mandatory.

Annex F

Requirements for couplings (PSL 1 only)


Delete this Annex.

Annex G
G.1.1

PSL 2 pipe with resistance to ductile fracture propagation


Add the following:
The approach used for determining CVN absorbed energy requirements shall be agreed
with the Principal.

Annex H
H.2

PSL 2 pipe ordered for sour service


Additional information to be supplied by the purchaser
Delete item b) as such testing is mandatory in amended H.3.3.2.4.
Delete item c) as pipe containing strip/plate end welds shall not be supplied, as stated in
amended 8.10.
Delete item d) as intermediate grades shall not be supplied, as specified in amended 6.1.4.
Delete item g) as frequency of hardness testing is specified in amended Table H.3.
Delete item j) as requirement is specified in amended H.7.3.1.4.
Delete item q) as acceptance level is specified in amended K.4.1
Delete item r) as requirement is specified in amended K.4.2.
Delete item s) as requirement is specified in amended K.4.3.
Delete item v) as requirement is specified in amended K.5.3.
Delete item w) as requirement is specified in amended K.5.4.

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H.3

Manufacturing

H.3.3.2.1 Delete the second sentence and replace with the following:
The pipe shall be SAWL or HFW, or if agreed with the Principal SAWH.
H.3.3.2.2 Delete sheared, from this first sentence.
H.3.3.2.4 Remove if agreed such that ultrasonic testing is mandatory.
H.3.3.2.5 Delete this subclause, as pipe containing strip/plate end welds shall not be supplied, as
stated in amended 8.10.
H.3.3.2.6 Delete this subclause, as intermittent tack welding shall not be used, as specified in
amended 8.4.3.
H.3.3.3

Delete this subclause, as jointers shall not be supplied, as specified in amended 8.11.

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H.4

Acceptance criteria
Delete Table H.1 and replace with
Amended Table H.1 Chemical composition for pipe with t 25.0 mm

Mass fraction, based upon heat and product analyses


Steel grade

H.4.2.1

Cb

Si

Mn b

L245NS or BNS
L290NS or X42NS
L320NS or X46NS
L245QS or BQS
L290QS or X42QS
L320QS or X46QS
L360QS or X52QS
L390QS or X56QS
L415QS or X60QS
L450QS or X65QS
L485QS or X70QS

0.14
0.14
0.14
0.14
0.14
0.15
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16

0.40
0.40
0.40
0.40
0.40
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45

1.35
1.35
1.40
1.35
1.35
1.40
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.75

L245MS or BMS
L290MS or X42MS
L320MS or X46MS
L360MS or X52MS
L390MS or X56MS
L415MS or X60MS
L450MS or X65MS
L485MS or X70MS

0.10
0.10
0.10
0.10
0.10
0.10
0.10
0.10

0.40
0.40
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45

1.25
1.25
1.35
1.45
1.45
1.45
1.60
1.60

(maximum)
%
P
S
V
SMLS and welded pipes
d
0.020
0.003e
e
0.020
0.003
0.05
0.020
0.003e 0.07
0.020
0.003e 0.04
0.020
0.003e 0.04
0.020
0.003e 0.05
0.020
0.003e 0.07
0.020
0.003e 0.07
0.020
0.003e 0.08
0.020
0.003e 0.09
0.020
0.003e 0.09
Welded pipe
0.020
0.002e 0.04
0.020
0.002e 0.04
0.020
0.002e 0.05
0.020
0.002e 0.05
0.020
0.002e 0.06
0.020
0.002e 0.08
0.020
0.002e 0.10
0.020
0.002e 0.10

Nb

Ti

Other c, d

0.05
0.05
0.04
0.04
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.05

0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.06
0.06

0.04
0.04
0.05
0.06
0.08
0.08
0.08
0.08

0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.06
0.06
0.06

g
g
g, i, k
g, i, k
g, i, k

g
g, i
g, i, j
g, i, j

Carbon
equivalent a
(maximum)
%
CEIIW
CEPcm
0.36
0.36
0.38
0.34
0.34
0.36
0.39
0.40
0.41
0.42
0.42

0.19 h
0.19 h
0.20 h
0.19 h
0.19 h
0.20 h
0.20 h
0.21 h
0.22 h
0.22 h
0.22 h

0.19
0.19
0.20
0.20
0.21
0.21
0.22
0.22

Based upon product analysis (see 9.2.4 and 9.2.5). The CEIIW limits apply if the carbon mass fraction is greater than
0.12% and the CEPcm limits apply if the carbon mass fraction is less than or equal to 0.12%

For each reduction of 0.01% below the specified maximum for carbon, an increase of 0.05% above the specified
maximum for manganese is permissible, up to a maximum increase of 0.20%

Al total 0.060%; N 0.012%; Al/N 2:1 (not applicable to titanium-killed steel or titanium-treated steel); Cu 0.35%;
(if agreed Cu 0.10%); Ni 0.30%; Cr 0.30%; Mo 0.15%; B 0.0005%; Cu+Ni+Cr+Mo 0.8%;

For welded pipe where calcium is intentionally added, unless otherwise agreed, Ca/S 1.0 if S > 0.0015%. For SMLS
and welded pipes, the calcium concentration shall be 0.006%

If agreed with the Principal, the maximum limit for sulphur concentration may be increased to 0.008% for SMLS pipe
and to 0.006% for welded pipe. For such higher sulphur levels in welded pipe, lower Ca/S ratios may also be agreed.

Unless otherwise agreed, the sum of the niobium and vanadium concentrations shall be 0.06%

The sum of the niobium, vanadium and titanium concentrations shall be 0.15%

For SMLS pipe, the listed value is increased by 0.03 percentage points, up to a maximum of 0.25%

If agreed, the molybdenum concentration shall be 0.35%

If agreed, the chromium concentration shall be 0.45%

If agreed, Cr concentration shall be 0.45% and Ni concentration shall be 0.50%

For Grades 485QS, X70QS, 485MS and X70MS SSC tests shall be conducted in accordance with NACE MR0175

Delete this subclause and Table H.2 and replace with the following:
The tensile properties shall be as given in amended Table 7
NOTE: The requirements specified in the amended Table 7 are more stringent than those
specified in Table H.2 and so are considered applicable for both sour and non-sour
applications.

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H.4.4

Remove or 22HRC (70.6 HR 15N) from the first paragraph.


Remove or 26HRC (73.0 HR 15N) from the second paragraph.

H.5

Surface conditions, imperfections and defects

H.5.2

a) Delete , 22 HRC or 240 HBW.


b) Delete , 27 HRC or 260 HBW.

H.7

Inspection
Delete Table H.3 and replace with the following
Amended Table H.3 Inspection frequency
Type of inspection
Hardness testing of pipe with D <
508 mm (20.00 in)

Type of pipe
SMLS, HFW, SAWL or SAWH

Hardness testing of pipe with D


508 mm (20.00 in)

SMLS, HFW, SAWL or SAWH

Hardness testing of hard spots in


welded pipe

HFW, SAWL or SAWH

Hardness testing of the longitudinal


or helical seam weld of welded pipe
with D < 508 mm
Hardness testing of the longitudinal
or helical seam weld of welded pipe
with D 508 mm
Pipe
diameter
and
out-ofroundness for pipe with D < 168.3
mm (6.625 in)
Pipe
diameter
and
out-ofroundness for pipe with D 168.3
mm (6.625 in)
Non-destructive inspection
HIC test

HFW, SAWL or SAWH

HFW, SAWL or SAWH

SMLS, HFW, SAWL or SAWH

SMLS, HFW, SAWL or SAWH

Frequency of inspection
Once per test unit of not more than
100 lengths of pipe with the same
cold expansion ratio a
Once per test unit of not more than
50 lengths of pipe with the same
cold expansion ratio a
Each hard spot found on the
internal or external surface of the
pipe
Once per test unit of not more than
100 lengths of pipe with the same
cold expansion ratio
Once per test unit of not more than
50 lengths of pipe with the same
cold expansion ratio
Once per test unit of not more than
20 lengths of pipe
Once per test unit of not more than
20 lengths of pipe

SMLS, HFW, SAWL or SAWH


SMLS, HFW, SAWL or SAWH

In accordance with Annex K


One test for each of the first three
heats applied; thereafter, one test
for each test unit of not more than
ten heats of steel
For material grade L485 or X70 or SMLS, HFW, SAWL or SAWH
One test for each pipe provided for
higher, SSC test
manufacturing
procedure
qualification
a
The cold-expansion ratio is designated by the manufacturer and is derived using the designated beforeexpansion outside diameter or circumference and the after expansion outside diameter or circumference. An
increase or decrease in the cold expansion ratio of more than 0.002 requires the creation of a new test unit.

H.7.2.1.2 Delete and as given in Table H.4 and replace with and as given in amended Table 20
Delete Table H.4
H.7.3.1.1 Add the following
Specimens shall be degreased with acetone prior to exposure. The degreasing shall be
verified using the atomizer test defined in ASTM F 21.
Each metallographic section shall be ground and polished to a 1 m finish using automatic
equipment. The procedure shall be in accordance with ASTM E 3. The polished sections
shall be lightly etched and dried prior to examination. Examination shall be performed at
both x30 and x100 magnification.

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H.7.3.1.4 Delete the second sentence and replace with the following
Photomicrographs of all reportable cracks shall be included with the test report.
H.7.3.2

Delete this clause and subclauses, and replace with the following:
SSC testing shall be performed in accordance with EFC publication number 16 using a
minimum test stress of 90% of the actual test piece yield strength. The test method and
acceptance criteria shall be agreed.

H.7.3.3.1 Delete the first two paragraphs, and replace with the following:
Hardness testing shall be performed in accordance with ISO 6507-1 or ASTM E 92, using
a test force of 98.07 N.
Delete Figure H.1 b) and replace with the following:
Amended Figure H.1 b)
1.0 mm spacing
2.0 mm

0.5 mm from
Fusion Line

1.0 mm spacing
in visible HAZ

b) SAW pipe

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Annex J
J.2

PSL 2 pipe ordered for offshore service


Additional information to be supplied by the purchaser
Delete item b) as such testing is mandatory in amended J.3.3.2.4.
Delete item c) as pipe containing strip/plate end welds shall not be supplied, as stated in
amended 8.10.
Delete item d) as intermediate grades shall not be supplied, as specified in amended 6.1.4.
Delete item l) as requirement is specified in amended Table J.3.
Delete item m) as frequency of hardness testing is specified in amended Table J.7.
Delete item v) as acceptance level is specified in amended K.4.1
Delete item w) as requirement is specified in amended K.4.2.
Delete item x) as requirement is specified in amended K.4.3.
Delete item aa) as requirement is specified in amended K.5.3.
Delete item bb) as requirement is specified in amended K.5.4.

J.3

Manufacturing

J.3.3.2.1 Delete the second sentence and replace with the following:
The pipe shall be SAWL or HFW, or if agreed with the Principal SAWH.
J.3.3.2.2 Delete sheared, from this sentence.
J.3.3.2.4 Remove if agreed such that ultrasonic testing is mandatory.
J.3.3.2.5 Delete this subclause, as pipe containing strip/plate end welds shall not be supplied, as
stated in amended 8.10.
J.3.3.2.6 Delete this subclause, as intermittent tack welding shall not be used, as specified in
amended 8.4.3.
J.3.3.3

Delete this subclause, as jointers shall not be supplied, as specified in amended 8.11.

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J.4

Acceptance criteria

J.4.1

Delete Table J.1 and replace with the following


Amended Table J.1 Chemical composition for pipe with t 25,0 mm (0.984 in)
Mass fraction, based upon heat and product analyses
Steel grade

J.4.2.1

Cb

Si

Mn b

L245N or BN
L290N or X42N
L320N or X46N
L360N or X52N
L245Q or BQ
L290Q or X42Q
L320Q or X46Q
L360Q or X52Q
L390Q or X56Q
L415Q or X60Q
L450Q or X65Q
L485Q or X70Q
L555Q or X80Q

0.14
0.14
0.14
0.16
0.14
0.14
0.15
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.16
0.17
0.17

0.40
0.40
0.40
0.45
0.40
0.40
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45

1.35
1.35
1.40
1.65
1.35
1.35
1.40
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.75
1.85

L245M or BM
L290M or X42M
L320M or X46M
L360M or X52M
L390M or X56M
L415M or X60M
L450M or X65M
L485M or X70M
L555M or X80M

0.12
0.12
0.12
0.12
0.12
0.12
0.12
0.12
0.12

0.40
0.40
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45
0.45

1.25
1.35
1.35
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.75
1.85

(maximum)
%
P
S
V
SMLS and welded pipes
d
0.020
0.010
0.020
0.010
0.05
0.020
0.010
0.07
0.020
0.010
0.10
0.020
0.010
0.04
0.020
0.010
0.04
0.020
0.010
0.05
0.020
0.010
0.07
0.020
0.010
0.07
0.020
0.010
0.08
0.020
0.010
0.09
0.020
0.010
0.10
0.020
0.010
0.10
Welded pipe
0.020
0.010
0.04
0.020
0.010
0.04
0.020
0.010
0.05
0.020
0.010
0.05
0.020
0.010
0.06
0.020
0.010
0.08
0.020
0.010
0.10
0.020
0.010
0.10
0.020
0.010
0.10

Nb

Ti

Other c

e, f

0.05
0.05
0.05
0.04
0.04
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.06

0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.06
0.06
0.06

0.04
0.04
0.05
0.05
0.08
0.08
0.08
0.08
0.08

0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.06
0.06
0.06
0.06

Carbon
equivalent a
(maximum)
%
CEIIW
CEPcm

f
e, f
e, h
f
f
f
e, h
e, h
e, h
e, h
e, h
e, h

f
f
f
e, h
e, h
e, h
e, h
e, h
e, h

0.36
0.19 g
0.36
0.19 g
0.38
0.20 g
0.43
0.22 g
0.34
0.19 g
0.34
0.19 g
0.36
0.20 g
0.39
0.20 g
0.40
0.21 g
0.41
0.22 g
0.42
0.22 g
0.42
0.23 g
as agreed
-

0.19
0.19
0.20
0.20
0.21
0.21
0.22
0.22
0.24

Based upon product analysis (see 9.2.4 and 9.2.5). The CEIIW limits apply if the carbon mass fraction is greater
than 0.12% and the CEPcm limits apply if the carbon mass fraction is less than or equal to 0.12%

For each reduction of 0.01% below the specified maximum for carbon, an increase of 0.05% above the specified
maximum for manganese is permissible, up to a maximum increase of 0.20%

Al total 0.060%; N 0.012%; Al/N 2:1 (not applicable to titanium-killed steel or titanium-treated steel)

Unless otherwise agreed, the sum of the niobium and vanadium concentrations shall be 0.06%

The sum of the niobium, vanadium and titanium concentrations shall be 0.15%

Cu 0.35%; Ni 0.30%; Cr 0.30%; Mo 0.10%; B 0.0005%; Cu+Ni+Cr+Mo 0.8%;

For SMLS pipe, the listed value is increased by 0.03 percentage points, up to a maximum of 0.25%

Cu 0.50%; Ni 0.50%; Cr 0.50%; Mo 0.50%; B 0.0005%; Cu+Ni+Cr+Mo 0.8%;

Delete this subclause and Table J.2 and replace with the following:
The tensile properties shall be as given in amended Table 7.
NOTE: The requirements specified in the amended Table 7 are more stringent than those
specified in Table J.2 and so are considered applicable for both offshore and onshore
applications.

J.4.3

Hardness test.
Remove or 25HRC from item a).
Remove or 30HRC from item b).

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J.6

Tolerances for diameter, wall thickness, length and straightness


Delete Table J.3 and replace with the following
Amended Table J.3 Tolerances for diameter and out-of-roundness
Specified outside
Diameter tolerances
Out-of-roundness tolerances
diameter
mm (in)
mm (in)
D
Pipe end a, b, c
Pipe except the end a
Pipe end a, b, c
Pipe except the
a
mm (in)
end
SMLS pipe Welded pipe SMLS pipe
Welded
pipe
d
<60.3 (2.375)
0.5
0.5 (0.020)
(0.020) or
0.5 (0.020) or 0.005
or 0.0075
0.0075 D,
D, whichever is the
D but
60.3 (2.375) to whichever
greater but maximum of
0.015 D
maximum
of
610 (24.00)
is the
1.6 (0.063)
3.2 (0.125)
greater
0.01 D but maximum
> 610 (24.00) to
1422 (56.00)

a
b

J.6.2

0.01 D

0.005 D but
maximum of
4.0 (0.160)

2.0
(0.079)

1.6
(0.063)

0.01 D but
of 5 mm (whichever is
maximum of 10
smaller)
(0.4) for D/t
75
By agreement
for D/t > 75

> 1422 (56.00)


As agreed
The pipe end includes a length of 100 mm (4.0 in) at each of the pipe extremities
For SMLS pipe, the tolerances apply for t 25.0 mm (0.984 in) and the tolerances for thicker pipe shall be as
agreed
For pipe diameter > 168.3 mm, the diameter tolerance and the out-of-roundness tolerance shall be determined
using the measured inside diameter rather than the specified outside diameter.
Included in the diameter tolerance

Delete this subclause and Table J.4 and replace with the following:
The wall thickness shall be within the tolerances specified in 9.11.3.2 (as amended by this
PTS).
NOTE: These tolerances are equally applicable to offshore and onshore.

J.6.3

Delete this clause and replace with the following


The minimum average length of pipe shall be 12,1 m (39.7 ft). The actual length of each
pipe (end face to end face) shall lie within the range 11,70 m (38.4 ft) to 12,70 m (41.7 ft).
A minimum of 95% of all pipes shall lie within the range 11.9 m to 12.5 m.

J.8

Inspection
Delete Table J.7 and replace with the following:
Amended Table J.7 Inspection frequency
Type of inspection
Type of pipe
If agreed, for information purposes SAWL or SAWH
only, CTOD test for pipe in Grades
L360 or X52

Frequency of inspection
Once; for manufacturing procedure
qualification only.

NOTE: All other inspection requirements (including non-destructive inspection in


accordance with Annex K) as specified in amended Table 18

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J.8.2.1.2 Delete and as given in Table J.8 and replace with and as given in amended Table 20
Delete Table J.8

J.8.3.2.1 Delete the first two paragraphs, and replace with the following:
Hardness testing shall be performed in accordance with ISO 6507-1 or ASTM E 92, using
a test force of 98.07 N.
Delete Figure J.1 b) and replace with the following:
Amended Figure J.1 b)
1.0 mm spacing
2.0 mm

0.5 mm from
Fusion Line

1.0 mm spacing
in visible HAZ

b) SAW pipe
Annex K

Non-destructive inspection for pipe ordered for sour service and/or offshore
service
Amend title to the following:

Annex K

K.1

Additional non-destructive inspection for all pipe ordered to specification level


PSL2
Introduction
Delete the first sentence and replace with This annex applies for pipe ordered to
specification level PSL2

K.2

General non-destructive inspection requirements and acceptance criteria

K.2.1.2

Delete this paragraph.

K.2.1.3

Delete If agreed so that this requirement is mandatory.

K.2.2.4

Delete this paragraph and replace with the following


Where dressing is carried out, it shall be verified by local visual examination and an
appropriate NDT method that the imperfections have been completely removed and that
the remaining wall thickness is within the specified tolerances.

K.2.2.5

Delete 150 mm/s and replace with 100 mm/s

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K.3

Non-destructive inspection of SMLS pipe

K.3.1

Delete this subclause and replace with the following:

K.3.1

Ultrasonic testing for longitudinal and transverse imperfections


The ultrasonic probe angle shall be 45 3. Full coverage shall be achieved at the
examination sensitivity level under all scanning speeds.

K.3.1.1

Ultrasonic testing for longitudinal imperfections


SMLS pipe shall be full-body ultrasonically inspected for the detection of longitudinal
imperfections in accordance with ISO 9303 or ASTM E 213. The acceptance limits for such
inspection shall be in accordance with ISO 9303:1989, acceptance level L2/C.

K.3.1.2

Ultrasonic testing for transverse imperfections


SMLS pipe shall be ultrasonically inspected for transverse imperfections in accordance
with ISO 9305. The acceptance limits for such inspection shall be in accordance with ISO
9303:1989, acceptance level L2/C.

K.3.1.3

Ultrasonic testing for obliquely oriented imperfections


If appropriate equipment is available, the equipment requirements of (K.3.1.1) and
(K.3.1.2) may be ignored in favour of using probes oriented parallel and anti-parallel and
perpendicular and anti-perpendicular to the helix line along which the manufacturing rolling
of the pipe takes place.

K.3.2.1

Delete this subclause and replace with the following


For sour service, individual laminations and/or lamination densities exceeding the
acceptance limits for sour service given in amended Table K.1 shall be classified as
defects. Compliance with such requirements shall be verified by ultrasonic inspection in
accordance with ISO 10124:1994 (except 4.2), ASTM A 435 or ASTM A 578. The
coverage during automatic inspection shall be at least 25% of the pipe surface for an
oscillating scanning system, or 50% for a straight line scanning system.

K.3.2.2

Delete this subclause and replace with the following


For non-sour service, individual laminations and/or lamination densities exceeding the
acceptance limits for sour service given in amended Table K.1 shall be classified as
defects. Compliance with such requirements shall be verified by ultrasonic inspection in
accordance with ISO 10124:1994 (except 4.2), ASTM A 435 or ASTM A 578. The
coverage during automatic inspection shall be at least 25% of the pipe surface (for either
an oscillating scanning system or a straight line scanning system).

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Delete Table K.1 and replace with the following


Amended Table K.1 Acceptance criteria for laminar imperfections

Service
condition

Maximum individual
imperfection
Area
Length
mm2 (in2)
mm (in)

Non-sour

1000 (1.6)

Sour

500 (0.8)

Sour, if
agreed

100 (0.16)

Minimum imperfection size considered


Area
Length
mm2 (in2)
mm (in)
Pipe body (or strip/plate body)

Not specified

Width
mm (in)

300 (0.5)

35 (1.4)

8 (0.3)

150 (0.2)

15 (0.6)

8 (0.3)

30 (0.05)

5 (0.2)

5 (0.2)

Maximum population
density a

10
[per1.0 m (3.3 ft) x 1.0
m (3.3 ft) square] b
10
[per 500 mm (1.6 ft) x
500 mm (1.6 ft)
square] c
5
[per 500 mm (1.6 ft) x
500 mm (1.6 ft)
square] c

Strip/plate edges or areas adjacent to the weld seam d


3
[per 1.0 m (3.3 ft)
length]
NOTE 1
For an imperfection to be larger than the minimum imperfection size, the minimum area, minimum length and
minimum width given for the pipe body (or strip/plate body) all have to be exceeded.
NOTE 2
For the purpose of determining the extent of suspect area, adjacent suspect areas separated by less than the
smaller of two minor axes of the areas shall be considered as one area.
a
Number of imperfections smaller than the maximum and greater than the minimum imperfection size.
b
For pipe with D < 323.9 mm (12.375 in) or strip/plate widths less than 1000 mm (39.4 in), the maximum population density
is referred to 1.0 m2 (10.8 ft2)
c
For pipe with D < 168.3 mm (6.625 in) or strip/plate widths less than 500 mm (19.7 in), the maximum population density is
referred to 0.25 m2 (2.7 ft2)
d
The maximum imperfection area of edges is the product of the maximum imperfection length, where length is the
dimension parallel to the material edge and the transverse dimension. An imperfection is considered to be larger than the
maximum imperfection size if either the length or the transverse dimension is exceeded.
Sour or
non-sour

100 (0.16)

20 (0.8)

10 (0.4)

K.3.4.1

Delete this subclause, as the requirement is now mandatory as specified in K.3.1.2 above.

K.4

Non-destructive inspection of HFW pipe

K.4.1

Non-destructive inspection of the weld seam


Replace the clause with the following:
The full length of the welded seam shall be ultrasonically inspected for the detection of
longitudinal imperfections, with the acceptance limits being in accordance with ISO 9764 at
an acceptance level L2.
In addition, the ultrasonic inspection system shall be equipped with an automatic weld
seam follower guiding the probe arrangement along the weld without any human operator
intervention.
When alternative ultrasonic probe systems are in use, the Manufacturer shall show
complete examination coverage even when the probe system drifts away from the weld
seam.
The ultrasonic shear wave probe angle shall be 45 ( 3).
To cover the full through thickness direction of the weld the number of probes shall be
equal to that given in Table K.2 below, unless agreed with the Principal:

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Table K.2 Number of probes for ultrasonic inspection of weld seam (HFW pipe)

wall thickness
range
11.9 mm
12.0 mm to
17.9 mm

K.4.2

Number of probes for zone of weld


(at both sides of the longitudinal weld)
inner zone
Mid portion
outer zone
one
one

18.0 mm to
23.9 mm

one

mode of
operation
reference
reflector

pulse echo
N5 notch

not required
One pair in tandem
centered at midwall
position
two pairs in tandem,
centered at 40% and
60% of thickness
in tandem
3.0 mm
flat-bottom hole

one
one

one

pulse echo
N5 notch

Delete this subclause and replace with the following.


The pipe or strip/plate body shall be ultrasonically inspected for the detection of
laminations in accordance with ISO 10124 (1994 (except 4.2) or ISO 12094, respectively,
to acceptance limits for the relevant application as given in amended Table K.1.
For sour and non-sour service, the coverage during automatic inspection shall be at 50%
of the pipe surface (for either an oscillating scanning system or a straight line scanning
system).

K.4.3

Delete If agreed such that inspection is mandatory


Delete 15 mm and replace with 25 mm
Add the following:
The reference reflector shall be of the flat bottom type, having a diameter of 6 mm
positioned at the mid-wall. The focal length of the twin crystal probe to be used shall be
between and thickness. The dead zone shall be less than thickness at operational
amplification.

K.5

Non-destructive inspection of SAW pipe


Change title to the following

K.5

Non-destructive inspection of SAW/COW pipe

K.5.1.1

Delete SAW and replace with SAW/COW


Add the following:
The inspection shall be carried out using an angle beam shear wave having the following
angles:

for longitudinal defect detection: between 50 and 70 (see NOTE 1)


for transverse defect detection: with X or K-transmission: between 50 and 70

(for thickness up to 12 mm: one pair of probes; for thickness in excess of 12 mm: two
pairs of probes)

with on bead scanning: 45 ( 3).

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To cover the full through-thickness direction of the weld the number of probes shall be as
stated in table K.3 below, unless agreed with the Principal:
Table K.3 Number of probes for ultrasonic inspection of weld seam (SAW/COW pipe)
Longitudinal defect detection: Number of probes for zone of weld
(at both sides of the longitudinal weld)
Wall thickness range
inner zone
mid portion
outer zone
11.9 mm
One
not required
one
12 to 17.9 mm
One
one, centered at midwall
one
position
18 to 23.9 mm
One
two, centered at 40%
one
and 60% of thickness
24 to 29.9 mm
One
three, centered at
one
30%, 50% and 70%
of thickness
Mode of operation
(pulse echo)
(NOTE 1)
(pulse echo)
Reference reflector
Radial Drilled Hole
flat-bottom hole,
radial drilled hole
3.2.mm is 0 dB.
3 mm diameter
3.2 mm is 0 dB.
Acceptance level shall be
Acceptance level shall be
10 dB
10 dB

NOTE 1:

The angle of the weld mid portion probes shall be perpendicular to the weld
bevel 3. If the weld bevel is less than 15 (half aperture) the probes shall be
used in the tandem arrangement. For these steep angles the probe angle shall
be 45( 3).

Where retesting of suspect areas indicated by UT is performed with RT (E.4), and found to
be free of indications, the area shall be subjected to further UT. If the indication is
confirmed with the repeat UT and is not caused by geometrical features or acoustic
coupling conditions, then the UT indication shall be classed as a crack and the material
rejected.
K.5.1.2

Delete SAWH and replace with SAWH/COWH

K.5.2.1

Delete this subclause and replace with the following:


The pipe or strip/plate body shall be ultrasonically inspected for the detection of
laminations in accordance with ISO 12094, to acceptance limits for the relevant application
as given in amended Table K.1.
For sour service, the coverage during automatic inspection shall be at least 25% of the
pipe surface for an oscillating scanning system, or 50% for a straight line scanning system.
For non-sour service, the coverage during automatic inspection shall be at least 25% of
the pipe surface (for either an oscillating scanning system or a straight line scanning
system).

K.5.2.2

Delete 15 mm and replace with 25 mm


Add the following:
The reference reflector shall be of the flat bottom type, having a diameter of 6 mm
positioned at the mid-wall. The focal length of the twin crystal probe to be used shall be
between and thickness. The dead zone shall be less than thickness at operational
amplification.

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K.5.3

Delete this subclause and replace with the following


The length of weld seam at the pipe ends which cannot be inspected by automatic
ultrasonic equipment, and repaired areas of the weld shall be inspected for both
longitudinal and transverse defects using either a manual or semi-automatic ultrasonic test
with the same probes, techniques, reference reflectors, and sensitivity levels. When
manual ultrasonic testing is carried out, the scanning speed shall not exceed 100 mm/s.
In addition, each end of the weld seam shall be examined by radiography over a distance
of at least 200 mm, in accordance with E.3.2.2 and E.4.

K.5.4

Delete this subclause and replace with the following


Each SAW pipe shall be tested over the final 25 mm at each end with UT using a 45
shear wave probe to disclose axially aligned, through-thickness cracks. The Manufacturer
may perform this examination on the ends of the plate prior to forming/welding.

Annex N

Identification/explanation of deviations

6.2.1 Table 1

Delete this amendment, as intermediate grades shall not be supplied (see 6.1.4
above).

7.2 c) 60)

Delete this amendment, as hardness indent locations shall be as specified and


amended by this PTS

7.2 c) 61)

Delete this amendment, as the requirement is specified in this PTS

7.2 c) 62)

Delete this amendment, as hardness indent locations shall be as specified and


amended by this PTS

C.4

Delete this amendment, as repair of pipe body not allowed, as per amended C.4.1.

H.7.3.3.2 c)

Delete this amendment, as hardness indent locations shall be as specified and


amended by this PTS

J.8 Table J.7

Delete this amendment, as the requirement is specified in this PTS

J.8.3.2.2 c)

Delete this amendment, as hardness indent locations shall be as specified and


amended by this PTS

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PART III

REFERENCES
In this PTS, reference is made to the following publications:
NOTE:

Unless specifically designated by date, the latest edition of each publication shall
be used, together with any amendments/ supplements/ revisions thereto.

PETRONAS STANDARDS
Index to PTS publications and standard specifications

PTS 00.00.05.05

Pipeline engineering

PTS 31.40.00.10

Linepipe for use in oil & gas operations under non-sour


conditions

PTS 31.40.20.30

Linepipe for use in oil & gas operations under sour


conditions

PTS 31.40.20.31

Linepipe for non-critical service

PTS 31.40.20.35

Linepipe for critical service

PTS 31.40.20.37

Project quality assurance

PTS 82.00.10.10

AMERICAN STANDARDS
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code,
Section IX: Welding and Brazing Qualifications

ASME IX

Standard Specification for Straight-Beam Ultrasonic


ASTM A 578
Examination of Rolled Steel Plates for Special Applications
Standard Specification for Straight-Beam Ultrasonic
Examination of Steel Plates

ASTM A 435

Standard guide for preparation of metallographic


specimens

ASTM E 3

Standard test method for Vickers hardness of metallic


materials

ASTM E 92

Standard test method for indentation hardness of


metallic materials by portable hardness testers

ASTM E 110

Standard Practice for Ultrasonic Examination of Metal


Pipe and Tubing

ASTM E 213

Standard guide for magnetic particle inspection

ASTM E 709

Standard practice for measuring thickness by manual


Ultrasonic pulse-echo contact method

ASTM E 797

Standard test method for hydrophobic surface films by


the atomiser test

ASTM F 21

Standard Practice for Sampling Steel and Iron for


Determination of Chemical Composition

ASTM E 1806

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Petroleum and natural gas industries Steel pipe for


pipeline transportation systems

API 5L / ISO 3183

Standard on imperfection terminology

API 5T1

Issued by:
ASTM International
100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700
West Conshohocken, PA, 19428-2959 USA

INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
Steel and steel products General technical delivery
requirements

ISO 404

Metallic materials Vickers hardness test Part 1


Test method

ISO 6507-1

Quality management systems Requirements

ISO 9001

Seamless and welded (except submerged arc-welded)


steel tubes for pressure purposes - Full peripheral
ultrasonic testing for the detection of longitudinal
imperfections

ISO 9303

Seamless steel tubes for pressure purposes Full


peripheral ultrasonic testing for the detection of
transverse imperfections

ISO 9305

Approval testing of welders Fusion welding


Part 1: Steels

ISO 9606-1

Non-destructive testing Qualification and certification


of personnel

ISO 9712

Electric resistance and induction welded steel tubes


for pressure purposes Ultrasonic testing of the
weld seam for the detection of longitudinal imperfections

ISO 9764

Quality management Guidelines for quality plans

ISO 10005

Measurement management systems Requirements


for measurement processes and measuring equipment

ISO 10012

Seamless and welded (except submerged arc-welded)


steel tubes for pressure purposes -- Ultrasonic testing
for the detection of laminar imperfections

ISO 10124

Welded steel tubes for pressure purposes Ultrasonic


testing for the detection of laminar imperfections in
strips/plates used in the manufacture of welded tubes

ISO 12094

Welded steel tubes for pressure purposes Ultrasonic


testing of the area adjacent to the weld seam for the
detection of laminar imperfections

ISO 13663

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PTS 31.40.20.38
October 2011
Page 48
Steel and Iron Sampling and preparation of samples
for the determination of chemical composition

ISO 14284

Welding coordination - Tasks and responsibilities

ISO 14731

Welding personnel Approval testing of welding


operators for fusion welding and of resistance weld
setters for fully mechanised and automatic welding of
metallic materials

ISO 14732

Specification and qualification of welding procedures


for metallic materials Welding procedure specification.
Part 1 Arc Welding

ISO 15609-1

Specification and qualification of welding procedures


for metallic materials Welding procedure test.
Part 1 Arc and gas welding of steels and arc welding
of nickel and nickel alloys.

ISO 15614-1

Issued by:
International Organization for Standardization
1,Rue de Varemb
CH-1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland
Copies can also be obtained from national standards organisations

EUROPEAN STANDARDS
Destructive tests on welds in metallic materials
longitudinal tensile test on weld metal in fusion
welded joints

EN 876

Destructive tests on welds in metallic materials


Hardness testing - Part 1: Hardness test on arc
welded joints

EN 1043-1

Issued by:
European Committee for Standardisation
Central Secretariat
Rue de Stassart 36
B-1050 Brussels
Belgium

OTHER STANDARDS
Guidelines on materials requirements for carbon
and low alloy steels for H2S-containing environments
in oil and gas production

EFC 16

Issued by:
The Institute of Materials
1 Carlton House Terrace
London SW1Y 5DB UK

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PETRONASCARIGALISDNBHD

PROVISIONOFFRONTENDENGINEERINGDESIGN(FEED)AND
ENGINEERING,PROCUREMENT,CONSTRUCTION,
INSTALLATION&COMMISSIONING(EPCIC)OFSK316
DEVELOPMENTPROJECT

(CONTRACTNO.CHO/2012/D316/1000)

APPENDIXC
ADDITIONALREQUIREMENTSFORSOURSERVICEENVIRONMENT

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