Plug Valve

Applicable Codes

The following is a list of codes applicable to plug valves.

• API Codes
  • API Spec 6A - Specification for Wellhead and Christmas Tree Equipment
  • API Spec 6D - Specification for Pipeline Valves, End Closures, Connectors and Swivels
  • API Std 599 - Metal Plug Valves - Flanged, Threaded and Welded Ends

• ASME Codes
  • ASME B16.5 - Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings: NPS 1/2 through 24
  • ASME B16.10 - Face to Face and End to End Dimensions of Valves
  • ASME B16.34 - Valves Flanged, Threaded and Welding End

• BSI Codes
  • BS 2080 - Specification for face-to-face, centre-to-face, end-to-end and centre-to-end dimensions of valves
  • BS 5158 - Specification for cast iron plug valves
  • BS 5353 - Specification for steel plug valves

• MSS Codes
  • MSS SP-61 - Hydrostatic Testing of Steel Valves
  • MSS SP-78 - Cast Iron Plug Valves
  • MSS SP-84 - Steel Valves ‚Äî Socket Welding & Threaded Ends