ANSI/API RP 553 (R2007)

This document provides recommended criteria for the selection, specification and application of piston and diaphragm actuated control valves. It also outlines control valve design considerations, discusses control valve sizing, noise, fugitive emissions, and defines types of commonly used control valves and their actuators. Recommendations for emergency block and vent valves, on/off valves intended for emergency isolation or venting, a special design valves for refinery services, such as FCCU slide valves and vapor depressuring systems, are included.



Product Code(s): C55301,C55301

This product replaced by:ANSI/API RP 553 - Refinery Valves and Accessories for Control and Safety Instrumented Systems, Second Edition
This product referenced by:ANSI/API RP 554 Part 2 - Refinery Control Valves
ANSI/API RP 556 - Refinery Control Valves

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