Pv elite v8

PV Elite 2008
January 2008, Issued January 2008
PV Elite is a Windows (2000/XP) based program. This version has been developed and tested on Windows XP.
This version should also run and install on Windows 2000 and Windows Vista.
NOTES:
Launching the program PVE.EXE starts PV Elite.
Some of the new features in this version are:
• ASME Code 2007 Updates, including changes to the material tables, Yield Stress Table, Appendix 26 etc.
• Australian AS 1170 1993 Seismic Code Added
• Australian Wind Code updated
• Canadian NBC 2005 Wind Code Added
• Canadian NBC 2005 Seismic Code Added
• European EN 1991-1-4:2005 (E) Wind Code has been added
• Several Items are being added to the Access database Export Function
• The nozzle dialog has been updated and improved especially for Angled Nozzles
• The Get Loads dll function has been updated to work with the latest version (5.10) of CAESAR II
• Expanded Nozzle Material Change function to be able to exclude selected nozzles
• Output Processor has support for user defined “Word” Headers
• Output reports can now be moved up or down in the list
• Nozzle Sketches have been added to the nozzle reports
• Explicit Expansion Joint ID input has been added for toroidal bellows
• Pads are shown on legs and support lugs in the 3D graphics if there are any
• Added and updated help for z/h, new wind and seismic codes etc.
• Added Input for bottom head piping and updated the 3D graphics and weight calculations to reflect this.
• Required thickness of the “lap” on which lap joints sit is now calculated.
• ASME VIII-1 Weld Sketch Q is now explicitly handled.
• The Division II Fatigue curve can be specified for the fatigue analysis (nozzle dialog).
• MDMT’s are now calculated for ANSI Flanges.
• Added Scalar multipliers for nozzle loads that are read through the Excel File
• ASME U-1 Form Added
• Tube Layout Assistant Program added
• Plus several other new features
Component (CodeCalc) Analysis Features
• ASME Code 2007 Addenda Updates, including changes to the material tables 1A.1B and the Yield Stress Table.
• Updated and Improved Lifting Lug Dialog
• Plus others
The installation program has been modified to allow a local installation or a client only installation.
Please note that periodically we will post fixes to the software on our web site at the location sited below. If you are
having trouble with a particular calculation, check the COADE web site to see if there is a later version available that
may fix your problem (also available from the PV Elite help menu). You should always run the latest version of the
software.
There have been some computational changes that have been made to the program, especially with how nozzles on
cones are reinforced under external pressure. In some cases, the reinforcement requirement may change when
compared with previous versions of PV Elite. The nozzle dialog has also been modified for easier input for angled
nozzles. Even though the program will attempt to update the old input to the new format, there may be some manual
intervention needed to insure the input is correct.

Contacting COADE
We welcome your comments and suggestions regarding PV ELITE. Problems, comments, and suggestions should
be directed to the PV ELITE development staff. Our current contact information is:
• (phone) 281-890-4566
• (fax) 281-890-3301
• (e-mail) techsupport@coade.com
• (web) http://www.coade.com
Best Regards,
PV Elite Development Staff

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Contents
PV Elite LICENSE AGREEMENT...................................................................................................2
ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS OF AGREEMENT BY THE USER...................................................2
LICENSE GRANT............................................................................................................................2
TERM................................................................................................................................................2
LIMITED WARRANTY...................................................................................................................2
ENTIRE AGREEMENT ...................................................................................................................3
LIMITATIONS OF REMEDIES ......................................................................................................3
GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................3
DISCLAIMER...................................................................................................................................3
HOOPS' License Grant......................................................................................................................4
TRADEMARKS................................................................................................................................4
Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1
What is PV Elite?...................................................................................................................................... 1-1
What is the Purpose and Scope of PV Elite? ............................................................................................ 1-1
What Distinguishes PV Elite From our Competitors? .............................................................................. 1-2
About the Documentation......................................................................................................................... 1-2
What Applications are Available? ............................................................................................................ 1-3
Program Support / User Assistance .......................................................................................................... 1-6
Updates ..................................................................................................................................................... 1-6
COADE Technical Support Phone Numbers............................................................................................ 1-6
Chapter 2 The Installation/Configuration Process 2-1
Overview .................................................................................................................................................. 2-1
System and Hardware Requirements........................................................................................................ 2-1
External Software Lock ............................................................................................................................ 2-2
Starting the Installation Procedure............................................................................................................ 2-2
Installing PV Elite..................................................................................................................................... 2-4
Network Installation / Usage .................................................................................................................... 2-7
Software Installation on a Network Drive ..................................................................................... 2-7
ESL Installation on a Network.................................................................................................................. 2-7
Novell File Server ESL Installation............................................................................................... 2-8
Novell Workstation ESL Installation............................................................................................. 2-8
Windows Server Installation ......................................................................................................... 2-8
Notes on Network ESLs ........................................................................................................................... 2-8
Chapter 3 Tutorial/Master Menu 3-1
Program Structure and Control................................................................................................................. 3-1
A Road Map for PV ELITE...................................................................................................................... 3-2
The Input Processor .................................................................................................................................. 3-3
Other Input Processors.............................................................................................................................. 3-6
Error Checking.......................................................................................................................................... 3-9
Analysis .................................................................................................................................................... 3-9
Tools Menu............................................................................................................................................. 3-10
Output Review and Report Generation................................................................................................... 3-12

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Design and Analysis of Vessel Details ................................................................................................... 3-14
Input Menu.............................................................................................................................................. 3-17
Main Menu.............................................................................................................................................. 3-19
File Menu................................................................................................................................................ 3-20
Analyze Menu......................................................................................................................................... 3-24
Output Menu........................................................................................................................................... 3-24
Tools Menu............................................................................................................................................. 3-25
Create / Review Units.................................................................................................................. 3-30
Edit / Add Materials .................................................................................................................... 3-31
Calculator .................................................................................................................................... 3-32
ASME Form Information ............................................................................................................ 3-32
Diagnostics Menu ................................................................................................................................... 3-34
View Menu ............................................................................................................................................. 3-35
Inspecting the Model in 3D ......................................................................................................... 3-37
ESL Menu............................................................................................................................................... 3-39
Help Menu .............................................................................................................................................. 3-40
PV Elite Quick Start ............................................................................................................................... 3-41
Entering PV Elite......................................................................................................................... 3-41
Defining the Basic Vessel............................................................................................................ 3-42
Adding Details........................................................................................................................................ 3-43
Recording the Model - Plotting the Vessel Image .................................................................................. 3-44
Specifying Global Data - Loads and Design Constraints........................................................................ 3-46
Performing the Analysis ......................................................................................................................... 3-48
Reviewing the Results ............................................................................................................................ 3-49
Analyzing Individual Vessel Components Details ................................................................................. 3-49
DXF File Generation Option .................................................................................................................. 3-52
Setting Up the Required Parameters....................................................................................................... 3-52
User Border Creation................................................................................................................... 3-52
DXF File Generated by PV Elite During Runtime ................................................................................. 3-53
Invoking the Drawing.................................................................................................................. 3-53
Chapter 4 Element Data 4-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................... 4-1
Element Basic Data................................................................................................................................... 4-2
Element's From Node .................................................................................................................... 4-2
Element's To Node ........................................................................................................................ 4-3
Element's Diameter........................................................................................................................ 4-3
Distance or Straight Flange Length ............................................................................................... 4-3
Finished Thickness ........................................................................................................................ 4-3
Corrosion Allowance..................................................................................................................... 4-4
Wind Load Diameter Multiplier.................................................................................................... 4-4
Material Name............................................................................................................................... 4-4
Joint Efficiency for Longitudinal and Circumferential Seams ...................................................... 4-4
Design Internal Pressure................................................................................................................ 4-5
Design Temperature for Internal Pressure..................................................................................... 4-5
Design External Pressure............................................................................................................... 4-5
Design Temperature for External Pressure.................................................................................... 4-5
Swap Diameter Basis..................................................................................................................... 4-5
Element Additional Data .......................................................................................................................... 4-6
Cylindrical Shell............................................................................................................................ 4-6
Elliptical Head............................................................................................................................... 4-6
Head Factor ................................................................................................................................... 4-6
Inside Head Depth ......................................................................................................................... 4-7

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Sump Head?................................................................................................................................... 4-7
Torispherical Head.................................................................................................................................... 4-8
Crown Radius ................................................................................................................................ 4-8
Knuckle Radius ............................................................................................................................. 4-8
Sump Head?................................................................................................................................... 4-9
Spherical Head.......................................................................................................................................... 4-9
Sump Head?................................................................................................................................... 4-9
Conical Head or Shell Segment .............................................................................................................. 4-10
Toricone Dialog........................................................................................................................... 4-11
Toriconical................................................................................................................................... 4-11
Small End Knuckle Radius.......................................................................................................... 4-11
Large End Knuckle Thickness..................................................................................................... 4-11
Large End Knuckle Radius.......................................................................................................... 4-11
Half Apex Angle.......................................................................................................................... 4-12
Cone Length ................................................................................................................................ 4-12
To End Diameter ......................................................................................................................... 4-12
Welded Flat Head ................................................................................................................................... 4-13
Attachment Factor ....................................................................................................................... 4-13
Non-Circular Small End Diameter .............................................................................................. 4-14
Appendix 14 Large Opening ....................................................................................................... 4-14
Flange Analysis ...................................................................................................................................... 4-15
Body Flange................................................................................................................................. 4-15
Flange Input Data ........................................................................................................................ 4-15
Skirt Support with Basering.................................................................................................................... 4-16
Inside Diameter at Base............................................................................................................... 4-17
Basering Dialog........................................................................................................................... 4-18
Basering Analysis ................................................................................................................................... 4-19
Brownell and Young Method of Design...................................................................................... 4-19
Tailing Lug Input Data ........................................................................................................................... 4-20
Perform Tailing Lug Analysis ..................................................................................................... 4-20
Centerline Offset ......................................................................................................................... 4-20
Tail Lug Type.............................................................................................................................. 4-20
Tailing Lug Analysis ................................................................................................................... 4-20
Lug Thickness ............................................................................................................................. 4-21
Pin Hole Diameter ....................................................................................................................... 4-21
Weld Size Thickness ................................................................................................................... 4-21
Lug Height (only if no Top Ring)................................................................................................ 4-22
Discussion of Results................................................................................................................... 4-22
Chapter 5 Vessel Detail Data 5-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................... 5-2
Assigning Detail ....................................................................................................................................... 5-3
Detail Definition Buttons.......................................................................................................................... 5-4
Defining the Details.................................................................................................................................. 5-6
Rings......................................................................................................................................................... 5-7
Inside Ring Diameter..................................................................................................................... 5-8
Outside Ring Diameter .................................................................................................................. 5-8
Ring Thickness .............................................................................................................................. 5-8
Ring Material................................................................................................................................. 5-8
Moment of Inertia.......................................................................................................................... 5-8
Cross Sectional Area ..................................................................................................................... 5-9
Distance to Ring Centroid ............................................................................................................. 5-9
Name of Section Type ................................................................................................................... 5-9

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Nozzle Dialog Data................................................................................................................................. 5-10
Nozzle Analysis...................................................................................................................................... 5-11
Nozzle Input Data................................................................................................................................... 5-12
Nozzle Description ...................................................................................................................... 5-12
Centerline Tilt Angle or Radial Nozzle Specification ................................................................. 5-12
Offset Distance from Cylinder/Head Centerline (L1) ................................................................. 5-12
Class for Attached B16.5 Flange................................................................................................. 5-12
Grade for Attached B16.5 Flange................................................................................................ 5-12
Modification of Reinforcing Limits............................................................................................. 5-13
Physical Maximum for Nozzle Diameter Limit........................................................................... 5-13
Physical Maximum for Nozzle Thickness Limit ......................................................................... 5-13
Do you want to set Area1 or Area 2 to 0 ..................................................................................... 5-13
Nozzle Material Specification ..................................................................................................... 5-13
Nozzle Diameter Basis ................................................................................................................ 5-14
Actual or Nominal Diameter of Nozzle....................................................................................... 5-14
Nozzle Size and Thickness Basis ................................................................................................ 5-14
Actual Diameter and Thickness................................................................................................... 5-14
Nominal Diameter and Thickness ............................................................................................... 5-14
Minimum Diameter and Thickness ............................................................................................. 5-14
Actual Thickness of Nozzle......................................................................................................... 5-14
Nominal Schedule of Nozzle....................................................................................................... 5-14
Nozzle Corrosion Allowance....................................................................................................... 5-15
Joint Efficiency of Shell Seam through which Nozzle Passes..................................................... 5-15
Joint Efficiency of Nozzle Neck.................................................................................................. 5-15
Insert Nozzle or Abutting Nozzle................................................................................................ 5-15
Nozzle Outside Projection........................................................................................................... 5-15
Weld Leg Size for Fillet Between Nozzle and Shell or Pad........................................................ 5-15
Depth of Groove Weld Between Nozzle and Vessel................................................................... 5-15
Nozzle Inside Projection.............................................................................................................. 5-15
Weld Leg Size Between Inward Nozzle and Inside Shell ........................................................... 5-15
Local Shell Thickness.................................................................................................................. 5-15
Shell Tr Value.............................................................................................................................. 5-16
Tapped Hole Area Loss ............................................................................................................... 5-16
Overriding Nozzle Weight........................................................................................................... 5-16
Nozzle Orientation....................................................................................................................... 5-16
Nozzle Loading Analysis............................................................................................................. 5-23
Additional Reinforcing Pad Data........................................................................................................... 5-25
Pad Outside Diameter along Vessel Surface ............................................................................... 5-25
Pad Width.................................................................................................................................... 5-25
Pad Thickness.............................................................................................................................. 5-25
Pad Weld Leg Size as Outside Diameter..................................................................................... 5-25
Depth of Groove Weld between Pad and Nozzle Neck............................................................... 5-25
Pad Material................................................................................................................................. 5-25
ASME Code Weld Type.............................................................................................................. 5-25
Flange Type................................................................................................................................. 5-26
Flange Material............................................................................................................................ 5-26
Lugs ........................................................................................................................................................ 5-27
Distance from Vessel OD to Lug Midpoint................................................................................. 5-27
Lug Bearing Width...................................................................................................................... 5-27
Radial Width of Bottom Support Plate........................................................................................ 5-28
Length of Bottom Lug Support Plate........................................................................................... 5-28
Thickness of Bottom Plate........................................................................................................... 5-28
Distance between Gussets ........................................................................................................... 5-28
Mean Width of Gussets ............................................................................................................... 5-28
Height of Gussets ........................................................................................................................ 5-28

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Thickness of Gussets ................................................................................................................... 5-28
Radial Width of Top Plate/Ring .................................................................................................. 5-28
Thickness of Top Plate/Ring ....................................................................................................... 5-28
Overall Height of Lug.................................................................................................................. 5-28
Overall Width of Lug .................................................................................................................. 5-28
Weight of One Lug...................................................................................................................... 5-28
Number of Lugs........................................................................................................................... 5-28
Perform WRC 107 Calc............................................................................................................... 5-28
Pad Width.................................................................................................................................... 5-28
Pad Thickness.............................................................................................................................. 5-29
Pad Length................................................................................................................................... 5-29
Bolting Data................................................................................................................................. 5-29
Weights................................................................................................................................................... 5-30
Miscellaneous Weight ................................................................................................................. 5-30
Offset from Centerline................................................................................................................. 5-30
Is this a Welded Internal.............................................................................................................. 5-30
Is this a Piping Detail?................................................................................................................. 5-31
Forces and Moments............................................................................................................................... 5-32
Force in X, Y, or Z Direction ...................................................................................................... 5-32
Moment about X, Y, or Z Axis.................................................................................................... 5-32
Acts During Wind or Seismic...................................................................................................... 5-33
Force/Moment Combination Method .......................................................................................... 5-33
Platforms................................................................................................................................................. 5-34
Platform Start Angle (degrees).................................................................................................... 5-34
Platform End Angle (degrees) ..................................................................................................... 5-34
Platform Wind Area..................................................................................................................... 5-34
Platform Weight .......................................................................................................................... 5-34
Platform Railing Weight.............................................................................................................. 5-35
Platform Grating Weight ............................................................................................................. 5-35
Platform Width ............................................................................................................................ 5-35
Platform Height ........................................................................................................................... 5-35
Platform Clearance ...................................................................................................................... 5-35
Platform Force Coefficient .......................................................................................................... 5-35
Platform Wind Area Calculation [Installation Misc. Options] .................................................. 5-35
Platform Length (Non- Circular)................................................................................................. 5-35
Saddles.................................................................................................................................................... 5-36
Width of Saddle........................................................................................................................... 5-36
Centerline Dimension (B)............................................................................................................ 5-36
Saddle Contact Angle (degrees) .................................................................................................. 5-37
Height of Composite Stiffener..................................................................................................... 5-37
Width of Wear Plate .................................................................................................................... 5-37
Thickness of Wear Plate.............................................................................................................. 5-37
Wear Plate Contact Angle (degrees)............................................................................................ 5-37
Saddle Dimension A.................................................................................................................... 5-37
Perform Saddle Check................................................................................................................. 5-37
Material Yield Stress ................................................................................................................... 5-37
E for Plates .................................................................................................................................. 5-37
Baseplate Length ......................................................................................................................... 5-37
Baseplate Width........................................................................................................................... 5-37
Baseplate Thickness .................................................................................................................... 5-37
Number of Ribs ........................................................................................................................... 5-37
Rib Thickness .............................................................................................................................. 5-37
Web Thickness ............................................................................................................................ 5-37
Web Location .............................................................................................................................. 5-38
Height of Center Web.................................................................................................................. 5-38

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Trays ....................................................................................................................................................... 5-39
Number of Trays.......................................................................................................................... 5-39
Tray Spacing................................................................................................................................ 5-39
Tray Weight Per Unit Area.......................................................................................................... 5-39
Height of Liquid on Tray............................................................................................................. 5-39
Density of Liquid on Tray ........................................................................................................... 5-39
Legs ........................................................................................................................................................ 5-40
Distance from Outside Diameter: or Diameter at Leg Centerline ............................................... 5-40
Leg Orientation............................................................................................................................ 5-41
Number of Legs........................................................................................................................... 5-41
Section Identifier ......................................................................................................................... 5-41
Length of Legs............................................................................................................................. 5-41
Vessel Translates During Occasional Load................................................................................. 5-41
Packing ................................................................................................................................................... 5-42
Height of Packed Section ............................................................................................................ 5-42
Density of Packing ...................................................................................................................... 5-42
Liquid...................................................................................................................................................... 5-44
Height/Length of Liquid.............................................................................................................. 5-44
Liquid Density............................................................................................................................. 5-44
Insulation ................................................................................................................................................ 5-46
Height/Length of Insulation / Fireproofing ................................................................................. 5-46
Thickness of Insulation or Fireproofing ...................................................................................... 5-46
Insulation Density........................................................................................................................ 5-46
Lining...................................................................................................................................................... 5-47
Height/Length of Lining.............................................................................................................. 5-47
Thickness of Lining..................................................................................................................... 5-47
Density of Lining......................................................................................................................... 5-47
Half Pipe Jacket ...................................................................................................................................... 5-48
Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 5-48
Purpose, Scope and Technical Basis............................................................................................ 5-48
Discussion of Input Data ............................................................................................................. 5-49
Chapter 6 General Vessel Data 6-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................... 6-2
Design Data .............................................................................................................................................. 6-3
Installation Options................................................................................................................................... 6-6
Design Modification ................................................................................................................................. 6-9
Nozzle Design Modifications ................................................................................................................. 6-11
Wind & Seismic Data ............................................................................................................................. 6-12
Wind Data............................................................................................................................................... 6-13
ASCE Wind Data.................................................................................................................................... 6-14
UBC Wind Data...................................................................................................................................... 6-16
NBC Wind Data...................................................................................................................................... 6-17
ASCE 95 Wind Data............................................................................................................................... 6-19
IS 875 Wind Code .................................................................................................................................. 6-21
User-Defined Wind Profile..................................................................................................................... 6-22
Percent Wind for Hydrotest......................................................................................................... 6-22
Wind Profile Data........................................................................................................................ 6-22
Mexican Wind Code 1993 ...................................................................................................................... 6-23
British Wind Code BS-6399 ................................................................................................................... 6-27
Brazilian Wind Code NBR 6123 ............................................................................................................ 6-30

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China's Wind Code GB 50009................................................................................................................ 6-32
EN-2005.................................................................................................................................................. 6-33
NBC-2005 Wind Data ............................................................................................................................ 6-34
Seismic Data ........................................................................................................................................... 6-35
Seismic Design Code................................................................................................................... 6-35
ASCE 7-88 Seismic Data........................................................................................................................ 6-36
ASCE7-93 Seismic Data......................................................................................................................... 6-38
UBC Seismic Data.................................................................................................................................. 6-39
NBC Seismic Data.................................................................................................................................. 6-40
India's Earthquake Standard IS-1893 RSM and SCM ............................................................................ 6-42
ASCE - 95 Seismic Data......................................................................................................................... 6-43
Seismic Load Input in G's....................................................................................................................... 6-43
UBC 1997 Earthquake Data.................................................................................................................... 6-44
IBC-2000 Earthquake Parameters........................................................................................................... 6-45
Response Spectrum................................................................................................................................. 6-47
China's GB 50011................................................................................................................................... 6-51
AS-1170.4 - 1993.................................................................................................................................... 6-51
Chapter 7 PV Elite Analysis 7-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................... 7-1
Calculating and Displaying Vessel-Analysis Results ............................................................................... 7-2
Optional Steps........................................................................................................................................... 7-6
Component Analysis................................................................................................................................. 7-7
Chapter 8 Output/Review 8-1
Generating Output .................................................................................................................................... 8-1
The Review Screen................................................................................................................................... 8-2
Using Review............................................................................................................................................ 8-3
Component Analysis................................................................................................................................. 8-4
Chapter 9 HEAT EXCHANGERS 9-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................... 9-1
Purpose, Scope and Technical Basis......................................................................................................... 9-1
Analyzing Heat Exchangers...................................................................................................................... 9-3
Building Heat Exchangers........................................................................................................... 9-11
Chapter 10 Component Analysis Tutorial 10-1
Purpose of this Chapter........................................................................................................................... 10-2
Starting CodeCalc from PV Elite............................................................................................................ 10-2
Main Menu.............................................................................................................................................. 10-3
File Menu .................................................................................................................................... 10-3
Edit Menu.................................................................................................................................... 10-5
Analysis Menu............................................................................................................................. 10-6
Output Menu................................................................................................................................ 10-6
Tools Menu.................................................................................................................................. 10-7
Diagnostic Menu ....................................................................................................................... 10-15
View Menu................................................................................................................................ 10-16

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ESL Menu.................................................................................................................................. 10-16
Help Menu................................................................................................................................. 10-17
Performing an Analysis ........................................................................................................................ 10-18
Reviewing the Results - The Output Option......................................................................................... 10-24
Printing or Saving Reports to a File - Printing the Graphics ..................................................... 10-25
Summary - Seeing Results for a Whole Vessel .................................................................................... 10-25
Tutorial Problem Printout ..................................................................................................................... 10-26
Chapter 11 SHELLS 11-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 11-1
Purpose, Scope and Technical Basis....................................................................................................... 11-1
Discussion of Input Data......................................................................................................................... 11-3
Main Input Fields ........................................................................................................................ 11-3
Pop-up Input Fields ..................................................................................................................... 11-6
Results .................................................................................................................................................... 11-8
API 579 Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 11-10
Purpose, Scope, and Technical Basis.................................................................................................... 11-11
Discussion of Input Data....................................................................................................................... 11-14
Discussion of Results............................................................................................................................ 11-22
Example................................................................................................................................................ 11-22
Jacket .................................................................................................................................................... 11-22
Chapter 12 NOZZLES 12-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 12-1
Purpose, Scope, and Technical Basis...................................................................................................... 12-1
Pop-Up Input Fields .................................................................................................................... 12-8
Actual Nozzle Diameter Thickness ........................................................................................... 12-10
Required Thickness of Shell and Nozzle................................................................................... 12-10
UG-45 Minimum Nozzle Neck Thickness ................................................................................ 12-11
Required and Available Areas................................................................................................... 12-11
Selection of Reinforcing Pad..................................................................................................... 12-11
Large Diameter Nozzle Calculations......................................................................................... 12-11
Effective Material Diameter and Thickness Limits................................................................... 12-11
Effective Material Diameter and Thickness Limits................................................................... 12-11
Minimum Design Metal Temperature ....................................................................................... 12-11
Weld Size Calculations.............................................................................................................. 12-11
Weld Strength Calculations....................................................................................................... 12-12
Failure Path Calculations........................................................................................................... 12-12
Iterative Results Per Pressure, Area , And UG-45.................................................................... 12-12
Example................................................................................................................................................ 12-12
Chapter 13 FLANGES 13-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 13-1

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Pop-Up Input Fields .................................................................................................................. 13-10
Example................................................................................................................................................ 13-15
Chapter 14 CONICAL SECTIONS 14-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 14-1
Discussion of Results.............................................................................................................................. 14-6
Internal Pressure Results ............................................................................................................. 14-6
External Pressure Results ............................................................................................................ 14-6
Reinforcement Calculations Under Internal Pressure.................................................................. 14-6
Reinforcement Calculations Under External Pressure................................................................. 14-7
Example.................................................................................................................................................. 14-7
Chapter 15 FLOATING HEADS 15-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 15-1
Internal Pressure Results for the Head:...................................................................................... 15-10
External Pressure Results for Heads:......................................................................................... 15-10
Intermediate Calculations for Flanged Portion of Head: ........................................................... 15-10
Required Thickness Calculations: ............................................................................................. 15-10
Soehren's Calculations:.............................................................................................................. 15-10
Example................................................................................................................................................ 15-10
Chapter 16 HORIZONTAL VESSELS 16-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 16-1
Discussion of Input................................................................................................................................. 16-1
Saddle Wear Plate Design..................................................................................................................... 16-13
Example................................................................................................................................................ 16-15
Chapter 17 TUBESHEETS 17-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 17-1

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Example................................................................................................................................................ 17-25
Chapter 18 WRC 107FEA 18-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 18-1
WRC 107 Additional Input........................................................................................................ 18-11
FEA Additional Input................................................................................................................ 18-12
WRC 107 Stress Calculations.................................................................................................... 18-13
WRC107 Stress Summations..................................................................................................... 18-15
ASME Section VIII Division 2 - Elastic Analysis of Nozzle.................................................... 18-15
Finite Element Analysis (FEA): ................................................................................................ 18-18
Example................................................................................................................................................ 18-19
Example................................................................................................................................................ 18-20
Chapter 19 LEGS and LUGS 19-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 19-1
Vessel Leg Input..................................................................................................................................... 19-9
Leg Results ........................................................................................................................................... 19-10
Support Lug Input................................................................................................................................. 19-11
Lifting Lug Input .................................................................................................................................. 19-13
Output ................................................................................................................................................... 19-16
Baseplate Input ..................................................................................................................................... 19-17
Main Input Fields ...................................................................................................................... 19-17
Baseplate Results.................................................................................................................................. 19-19
Trunnion Input...................................................................................................................................... 19-20
Main Input Fields ...................................................................................................................... 19-20
Trunnion Results................................................................................................................................... 19-22
Example................................................................................................................................................ 19-22
Chapter 20 PIPES and PADS 20-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 20-1
Output ..................................................................................................................................................... 20-6
Example.................................................................................................................................................. 20-6
Chapter 21 BASE RINGS 21-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 21-1
Calculations ............................................................................................................................................ 21-1

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Calculation Techniques ............................................................................................................... 21-1
Pop-up Input Fields ..................................................................................................................... 21-9
Tailing Lug Analysis ............................................................................................................................ 21-11
Discussion of Input............................................................................................................................... 21-12
Tailing Lug Input....................................................................................................................... 21-12
Example................................................................................................................................................ 21-12
Chapter 22 THIN JOINTS 22-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 22-1
Example.................................................................................................................................................. 22-6
Chapter 23 THICK JOINTS 23-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 23-1
Example.................................................................................................................................................. 23-7
Chapter 24 ASME TUBESHEETS 24-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 24-1
Example................................................................................................................................................ 24-20
Chapter 25 HALF-PIPES 25-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 25-1
Example .................................................................................................................................................. 25-5
Chapter 26 LARGE OPENINGS 26-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 26-1

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Example Problem.................................................................................................................................... 26-3
Chapter 27 RECTANGULAR VESSELS 27-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 27-1
Ligament Efficiency Calculations ............................................................................................. 27-14
Reinforcement Calculations ...................................................................................................... 27-14
Stress Calculations..................................................................................................................... 27-14
Allowable Calculations.............................................................................................................. 27-14
Highest Percentage of Allowable Calculations.......................................................................... 27-15
MAWP Calculations.................................................................................................................. 27-15
External Pressure Calculations .................................................................................................. 27-15
Example Problem.................................................................................................................................. 27-15
Chapter 28 WRC 297/ANNEX G 28-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 28-1
Additional Input for PD 5500, Annex G...................................................................................... 28-5
Sample Calculation................................................................................................................................. 28-6
Chapter 29 Appendix Y 29-1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 29-1
Gasket and Gasket Factors...................................................................................................................... 29-1
Example.................................................................................................................................................. 29-1
Chapter 30 Miscellaneous Topics 30-1
Heading Edit ........................................................................................................................................... 30-1
Heading Manipulation and Material Properties...................................................................................... 30-2
Input Data.................................................................................................................................... 30-4
Nominal Density of this Material ................................................................................................ 30-5
P Number Thickness.................................................................................................................... 30-6
Yield Stress, Operating................................................................................................................ 30-6
UCS-66 Chart Number ................................................................................................................ 30-6
External Pressure Chart Name..................................................................................................... 30-6
Carbon Steel Materials ................................................................................................................ 30-6
Heat Treated Materials ................................................................................................................ 30-6
Stainless Steel (High Alloy) Materials ........................................................................................ 30-6

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Non Ferrous Materials................................................................................................................. 30-7
Chapter 31 Vessel Example Problems 31-1
Vessel Example ...................................................................................................................................... 31-1

In This Chapter
What is PV Elite?........................................................................ 1-1
What is the Purpose and Scope of PV Elite? .............................. 1-1
What Distinguishes PV Elite From our Competitors?................ 1-2
About the Documentation........................................................... 1-2
What Applications are Available? .............................................. 1-3
Program Support / User Assistance ............................................ 1-6
Updates....................................................................................... 1-6
COADE Technical Support Phone Numbers.............................. 1-6
What is PV Elite?
PV Elite is a PC-based pressure vessel design and analysis software program developed, marketed and sold by COADE
Engineering Software. PV Elite is a package of nineteen applications for the design and analysis of pressure vessels
and heat exchangers, and fitness for service assessments. The purpose of the program is to provide the mechanical
engineer with easy to use, technically sound, well documented reports with detailed calculations and supporting
comments, which will speed and simplify the task of vessel design, re-rating or fitness for service. The popularity of
PV Elite is a reflection of COADE's expertise in programming and engineering, as well as COADE's dedication to
service and quality.
What is the Purpose and Scope of PV Elite?
Calculations in PV Elite are based on the latest editions of national codes such as the ASME Boiler and Pressure
Vessel Code, or industry standards such as the Zick analysis method for horizontal drums. PV Elite offers exceptional
ease of use, which results in dramatic improvement in efficiency for both design and re-rating.
PV Elite features include:
Graphical User Interface, which lists model data and control with a vessel display.
Horizontal and vertical vessels may be composed of cylinders, conical sections, body flanges as well as
elliptical, torispherical, hemispherical, conical and flat heads.
Saddle supports for horizontal vessels. Leg and skirt supports at any location for vertical vessels.
Extensive on-line help.
Deadweight calculation from vessel details such as nozzles, lugs, rings, trays, insulation, packing and lining.
Wall thickness calculations for internal and external pressure in accordance with the rules of ASME Section VIII
Divisions 1 and Division 2, PD 5500 and EN-13445. Stiffener rings are evaluated for external pressure.
Wind and seismic data using the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) standard, the Uniform Building
Code (UBC), and the National (Canadian) Building Code, India Standards as well as British, Mexican,
Australian and European Standards.
User-defined unit system.
A complete examination of the vessel’s structural loads combining the effects of pressure, deadweight and live
loads in the empty, operating and hydrotest conditions.
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1-2 Introduction
Logic to automatically increase wall thickness to satisfy requirements for pressure and structural loads and
introduce stiffener rings to address external pressure rules.
Structural load evaluation in terms of both tensile and compressive stress ratios (to the allowable limits).
Detailed analysis of nozzles, flanges, and base rings.
Material library for all three-design standards.
Component library containing pipe diameter and wall thickness, ANSI B16.5 flange pressure vs. temperature
charts, and section properties for AISC, British, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Australian and South African
structural shapes.
Printed output from PV Elite is clear and complete, with user definable headings on each page. User comments
and additions may be inserted at any point in the output.
What Distinguishes PV Elite From our Competitors?
COADE treats PV Elite more as a service than a product. Our staff of experienced pressure vessel engineers are
involved in day-to-day software development, program support and training. This approach has produced a program,
which most closely fits today's requirements of the pressure vessel industry. Data entry is simple and straightforward
through annotated input screens and/or spreadsheets. PV Elite provides the widest range of modeling and analysis
capabilities without becoming too complicated for simple system analysis. Users may tailor their PV Elite installation
through default setting and customized databases. Comprehensive input graphics confirms the model construction
before the analysis is made. The program's interactive output processor presents results on the monitor for quick
review or sends complete reports to a file, printer or Word document. PV Elite is an up-to-date package that not only
utilizes standard analysis guidelines but also provides the latest recognized opinions for these analyses.
PV Elite is a field-proven engineering analysis program. It is a widely recognized product with a large customer base
and an excellent support and development record. COADE is a strong and stable company where service is a major
commitment.
About the Documentation
Chapter 2 gives you information on the hardware and software required to run PV Elite, instructions on how to install
the program, and how to prepare your computer to run the program.
Chapter 3 tells you how to launch PV Elite on your computer. Use Chapter 3 to learn the structure of the program, and
the keystrokes needed to operate the software. Each of the applications operates the same way, so you will only need
to learn these skills one time.
Chapter 4 discusses the PV Elite element input data for each basic element. The details added to these elements are
explained in Chapter 5. Chapter 6 describes the general vessel input data.
Chapter 7 discusses the Analyze options of PV Elite while Chapter 8 discusses how to review or generate output for
the job. This chapter also focuses on the capabilities of the review processor
Chapter 9 contains information needed to analyze shell and tube type heat exchangers. .
Chapter 10 contains a complete tutorial, which leads you through the use of one application of the PV Elite
Component Analysis Module.
Chapter 11 gives a more detailed description of several features associated with the spreadsheet input program -
merging shell data, selecting materials, editing materials properties, and inserting or deleting analyses.
Chapters 11 through 29 contain the technical descriptions for each of the PV Elite module applications. The
information provided for each application includes:
The purpose and scope of the application and its technical basis
Notes on the input to the program and results of the program
A figure showing the relevant geometry
One or more example problems
Chapter 30 describes miscellaneous topics included in PV Elite.

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