AS 3857-1999 (R2016)

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Abstract

Specifies a method for the design of circular tubeplates used in shell and tube heat exchangers and in some types of boilers. It is intended to be used in conjunction with AS 1210, Pressure vessels, and, as moments, stresses, and deflection across the tubeplate are determined by this method, it may also be used with AS 1210 Supplement 1. The method is applicable to long-hand calculations, but its most effective use will be achieved by programming a computer. An appendix provides an algorithm to assist in computer programming, as well as, a suggested worksheet and worked examples.
RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee ME-001 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
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Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 13 October 2015.
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Australasian Corrosion Association
Australasian Institute of Engineer Surveyors
Australian Aluminium Council
Australian Building Codes Board
Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Australian Industry Group
Australian Institute for the Certification of Inspection Personnel
Australian Institute of Energy
Australian Institute of Petroleum
Bureau of Steel Manufacturers of Australia
Department of Justice and Attorney General (QLD)
Electricity Engineers Association (New Zealand)
Energy Networks Association
Engineers Australia
Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand
Materials Australia
National Association of Testing Authorities Australia
New Zealand Heavy Engineering Research Association
New Zealand Manufacturers and Exporters Association
SafeWork NSW
Welding Technology Institute of Australia
Worksafe Division, Department of Commerce, Western Australia
Worksafe New Zealand
WorkSafe Victoria

Scope

This Standard sets out a method for designing flat, circular tubeplates of the following configurations:
(a) Fixed tubeplates as in heat exchangers consisting of two tubeplates clamped or welded to a shell between them, with or without an expansion joint in the shell.
(b) Tubeplates of U-tube or bayonet heat exchangers.
(c) Floating tubeplates.
Such tubeplates are used in shell-and-tube heat exchangers and in some types of boilers including fire-tube and waste heat boilers.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 27/05/2016. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2016 and remains current in New Zealand. Reconfirmation Notice 27/05/2016
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Committee	ME-001
Supersedes	AS 3857-1990 DR 99023 CP