solid works simulation valve body proof load estimate
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Solidworks Simulation Valve Body casting proof load estimate
05/20/2016
Don Blanchet
3B Associates
USNNRL00127892-405
Model – cast steel
Meshed model
Meshed model openings blocked
Max stress under internal pressure load of 1500 psi
Material yield point Exceeded locally
Local yielding
Refined Adaptive
mesh
MAX DEFORMATION
Conclusion
For static pressure proof testing the internal pressure should not exceed 1500 psi.