Error Code 425 - Floating Head (split ring/splices): insufficient thickness or gap not maintained


Applies To
Product(s):AutoPIPE Vessel
Version(s):ALL
Area:Error
Date Logged
& Current Version
June 2018
40.06.00.07

Problem:

The following message appears when using AutoPIPE Vessel,

425 FLOATING HEAD (split ring/splices): insufficient thickness or gap not maintained.

why and how to avoid?

Solution:

The gap in the blue rectangle is not maintained. The dimension T1 must be increased to remove the error.

Or, the input value [T1] must be removed, the program will calculate the correct value:

 

This is due to a condition of TEMA RCB-5.141 which is clearly printed out in the report:

 

Figure of TEMA RCB 5.141:

See Also

AutoPIPE Vessel

Bentley LEARN Server