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COC stands for?

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certificate of conformance

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RWP stands for?

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rated working pressure

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WPS stands for?

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welding procedure specification

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What standard governs welding and brazing procedures, activities, and personnel qualifications?

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ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section IX

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AWS stands for?

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American Welding Society

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The distance between the outlets on a typical lubricator design ranges between?

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14 to 17 inches.

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The most common RWP for lubricators are:

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2,000 psi, 3,000 psi, 5,000 psi, and 10,000 psi

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Chapy impact testing is required for the design validation of materials and welds intended for service at or below __°F?

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0°F

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What is the minimum KE rating allowed on a lubricator?

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1,150 in-lb (130 J)

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Do design changes require validation and verification?

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A design that undergoes a substantive design change becomes a new design requiring design verification as specified in 5.11 and design validation as specified in 5.12.

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Who determines whether a design change is substantive or non-substantive for validation and verification purposes?

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A qualified person after considering (as a minimum):
a) stress levels (static and dynamic) of the modified or changed components;
b) material changes;
c) functional changes.

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When introducing substantive changes to the design of a subcomponent of an assembly, shall re-validation and re-verification be performed on the top level assembly?

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No. This may be done by testing only the changed component or series of components, rather than the entire assembly. The test shall simulate the loading conditions that would be present if the entire assembly were tested. The supplier/manufacturer shall document the detailed test results and analysis that demonstrate that the component test simulates the required loading conditions. Evaluation results shall be approved by a qualified person other than the person performing them, and records of the results shall become a portion of the design documentation.

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What is the prescribed time frame within which a user or purchaser should anticipate the receipt of design validation and verification documents from the supplier or manufacturer?

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Documents and data may be in any type of media, e.g. hard copy or electronic media. All documents and data shall be available for review and/or audit by the user/purchaser within 30 days of a request.

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What is the prescribed timeframe for data retention?

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Design documentation shall be retained for a minimum of 5 years after a lubricator design has been obsoleted.

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Who is responsible for providing the Functional Specification?

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The user/purchaser shall prepare a functional specification to order products that conform with this specification and specify the following requirements and operating conditions, as applicable, and/or identify the supplier/manufacturer’s specific product. These requirements and operating conditions may be conveyed by means of a dimensional drawing, datasheet, or other suitable documentation.

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Who is responsible for providing the Technical Specification?

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The supplier/manufacturer shall prepare a technical specification that conforms to the requirements defined in the functional specification. If the technical specification does not fully meet the functional requirements, the supplier/manufacturer shall identify the differences to the user/purchaser. The supplier/manufacturer shall also provide to the user/purchaser the product datasheet defined in 6.2.5 and have available an operator’s manual and design documentation as defined in 5.1.2 and 6.2.

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Measuring and monitoring equipment used during the testing shall be calibrated as defined in 6.8. All measurements for acceptance shall be within the calibrated range(s) of the testing equipment. All pressures are defined as gauge unless otherwise specified and shall be recorded on time based equipment.

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For inspection, measuring, and testing equipment without a calibration history, what is the maximum allowed calibration interval?

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Calibration intervals shall be a maximum of 3 months until a recorded calibration history can be established. Intervals may then be lengthened or shortened based on documented repeatability, amount of usage, and calibration history.

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What is the maximum verification interval for standards used in the calibration process of inspection, measuring, and testing equipment?

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Calibration standards used to calibrate measuring equipment shall be checked and approved at least once every 3 years by an independent outside agency with traceability to the applicable recognized national or international standards agency.

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What is the maximum allowed calibration interval for inspection, measuring, and testing equipment with a satisfactory calibration history?

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Intervals may then be lengthened or shortened based on documented repeatability, amount of usage, and calibration history. The calibration interval shall not be increased by more than twice the previous interval and shall not exceed 1 year.

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Lubricators furnished to 11PL specifications may be

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For product marking and identification purposes, is sharp V-stamping an acceptable process for any part or location within a lubricator?

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Marking shall use low-stress (dot, vibration, or rounded V) methods. Conventional sharp V-stamping is acceptable in low-stress areas, which may include the OD of flanges. Sharp V-stamping is not permitted in a high-stress area unless subsequently stress relieved per supplier/manufacturer specifications.

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Body impact rating is defined as _________

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A rating based on the kinetic energy (KE) rating of the body of the lubricator design in the event that a KE absorption device is not functioning.

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When required by the supplier/manufacturer for the material or welds, impact tests shall meet the requirements of _______?

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ASTM A370 using the Charpy V-notch technique

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f) Where sufficient material is not available for a full size specimen (10 mm × 10 mm),
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What are the dimensions of a standard cross-section for Charpy-v impact testing, as specified in 11PL?
10 mm × 10 mm
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Where sufficient material is not available for a full size specimen for Chapy-V impact testing, are smaller specimens allowed?
Yes. Sub-size specimens may be used per the dimensions listed in Table 11. (Adjustment Factors for Sub-size Impact Specimens).
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Inspection, measuring, and testing equipment shall be identified, controlled, calibrated, and adjusted at specific intervals in accordance to:
Manufacturer’s procedures that are based on an internationally recognized standard, e.g. ISO/IEC 10012 or ANSI/NCSL Z540-3.
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When processes that are not validated in this specification are used on lubricators or components, the process validation requirements shall be defined by ________ and approved by _____________:
Shall be defined by the supplier/manufacturer and approved by a qualified person(s). The validation requirements shall include the following topics: physical and chemical properties, procedures, inspection methods, and acceptance criteria. These requirements shall be prepared and approved by a qualified person(s). The supplier/manufacturer shall validate conformance to these requirements.
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A Type 1 component is defined as?
Traceable component that contains pressure and/or may retain wellbore fluids and/or accepts impact loading.
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A Type 2 component is defined as?
Component that does not meet the criteria of a Type 1 component.
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Is casting components
Components that are castings, or are manufactured from castings, shall be excluded from traceability for grade QL3 and grade QL2. (6.11)
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Common hardware is defined as_________
Nuts, cap screws, spacers, washers, and other hardware that does not have a material specification and does not require traceability.
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What are the minimum qualifications of an induvial approving NDE specifications?
NDE instructions shall be approved by a level III examiner qualified in accordance with ISO 9712 or ASNT SNT-TC-1A.
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Do visual examination requirements for welding joints require level III approval?
Visual-examination requirements do not require level III approval. (6.12.2)
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Radiographic inspection shall be performed in accordance with specification ________
ASTM E94, as applicable.
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Are cracks or laps basis for rejection of a part subject to radiographic examination?
Yes. Any identified crack or lap shall be a basis for rejection. (6.12.9.4)
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Is dimensional inspection required for all types of components?
Components, except common hardware, shall be dimensionally inspected according to the supplier/manufacturer’s procedures by a qualified person to ensure compliance with the design specifications. (6.12.9.5.1)
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Dimensional tolerances of O-rings shall be in accordance with the supplier/manufacturer specification, which in turn may reference ISO _____ or SAE ______.
ISO 3601-1 or SAE AS568A
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API tapered-thread tolerances, inspection requirements, gauging, gauging practices, gauge calibration, and gauge certifications shall be in accordance with API ______.
API 5B and API 5B1, as applicable.
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For metallic components, hardness conversion to other measurement units shall be in accordance with ASTM _____ or ISO ______, or a hardness conversion based on actual measurements for the alloy used for that component.
ASTM E140 or ISO 18265. (6.12.9.6.1)
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The durometer hardness of O-rings or other elastomeric seals shall be determined in accordance with a national or international standard, e.g. ASTM ________ or ASTM ________. A minimum of one unit from each batch shall be hardness tested.
ASTM D2240 or ASTM D1415.
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Visual inspections of components shall be performed per:
supplier/manufacturer’s documented procedures that include acceptance criteria.
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The responsibility for review and authority for the disposition of nonconforming assemblies or components shall be defined by __________
the supplier/manufacturer.
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When presented with a non-conforming assembly or component, a qualified individual may dispose of it in either of these 3 forms:
a) accepted with or without repair with technical justification, or b) reworked to meet the specified requirements, or c) rejected or scrapped. (6.12.11)
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Are redress/repair activities performed after the completion of the initial manufacturing within the scope of the 11PL specification (YES/NO)?
NO. Redress/repair activities performed after the completion of the initial manufacturing are not covered in this specification.
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Is Annex A (API Monogram Program, Use of the API Monogram by Licensees) normative or informative within the context of 11PL?
Informative
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Does the repair or redress of the tool under test during a contiguous testing sequence requires that testing re-start at the beginning?
Yes. (B.4.1)
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Are the test requirements for catchers different that those for the lubricator for the same Quality grade?
No. Catchers shall be tested to the same validation ratings as that of the lubricator. (B.4.1)
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Is testing for design validation purposes allowed on lubricators after painting or coating?
No. Validation testing shall be performed on lubricators prior to the application of external surface coatings. (B.4.1)
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At the same pressure levels, does hydrostatic pressure testing using gas (compressible) media pose a greater HSE risk than testing with liquid (incompressible) media?
Tests using gas and/or the actuation of lubricators with gas present significant safety risks. Adequate precautions should be taken to ensure safety of personnel during testing. The design of the test location and equipment should include safety and hazard evaluations of pressure vessels, test procedures, and tested equipment. (B.4.1)
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While testing a lubricator, when does the pressure/temperature hold period start after the components are energized (heat or pressure supplied)?
The supplier/manufacturer shall have a procedure to establish when pressure and temperature are sufficiently stabilized before each testing hold period begins. (B.4.2)
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What is the prescribed test pressure for lubricators with an RWP <5,000 psi?
Lubricators with an RWP of less than 5,000 psi shall be tested to 2X RWP. (B.4.2)
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What is the prescribed test pressure for lubricators with an RWP >=5,000 psi?
Lubricators with an RWP of 5000 psi or more shall be tested to 1.5X RWP. (B.4.2)
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For hold periods with liquid testing, the rated test pressures, RWP, and rated temperatures shall be within ___% of the target number throughout the testing period.
The acceptable range is ±1 % of the target number throughout the testing period.
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For the gas testing defined in V1, the acceptable testing range is +__% / −___ % of the target number throughout the testing period.
The acceptable testing range is +0/−5 % of the target number throughout the testing period.
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How is the Kinetic Energy of a plunger calcualted?
KE = 0.000052*W*V2 [in-lb] where W is the weight of the plunger in pounds [lb]; V is the velocity in feet per minute [ft/min] of the plunger as it enters the lubricator.
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For purposes of calculating the plunger's kinetic energy upon arrival at the lubricator, does 11PL endorse using average trip times?
Calculating the average plunger velocity by timing its arrival at the lubricator can be misleading and have potentially unsafe consequences. It is ideal to obtain the actual plunger velocity by using an arrival velocity sensor or by performing an advanced calculation using the amount of fluid being brought up in conjunction with the flowing line pressure. (5.10.2)
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Design Verification results shall be approved by ______________
a qualified person other than the person who created them.
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For KE validation purposes, how many KE devices (typically a spring) shall be tested, and how many drop-tests shall be performed per KE device?
3) Perform a drop test on seven individual KE devices (typically a spring) using a single specified plunger weight and rate. Repeat these seven drop tests two additional times for a total of three on each device. This test shall be performed within a fixture that represents the lubricator body assembly, which includes the KE absorption design. (B.6.3.2)
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Does 11PL specify the weight to perform
Catcher Weight Validation Testing (B.6.4.2)
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While
Evidence of leakage is cause for test failure.
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Is Functional Testing required by 11PL for all quality grades, product types, and validation grades?
Each product manufactured shall undergo documented functional testing. The supplier/manufacturer shall document all parameters and results of the evaluations that demonstrate conformance. All defined criteria shall be successfully completed prior to product shipment.
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A properly specifed functional testing procedure shall validate _______
Functional testing shall validate the equipment’s proper assembly, operation and integrity.
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A successful internal pressure test shall; hold the RWP for a minimum of ___ minutes. Acceptance criteria shall be no visually identified __________ and a maximum of ___ % pressure drop over the hold period.
5 , lekage, 2%
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For internal drift testing,
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Each lubricator shall be visually inspected according to__________
the supplier/manufacturer’s documented procedures. The visual inspection procedure shall including acceptance criteria, by a qualified person to ensure all accessible surfaces are free from defects, debris, and damage.
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How often should KE absorption devices be inspected?
— Dimensions OD/ID—Every 3 months, perform critical measurements and confirm they are within manufacturers specifications. Visually inspect all available surfaces for damage. — Length Min/Max—Every 3 months, measure the energy absorption capability to the supplier/manufacturer’s guidelines. Inspect the strike pad for corrosion and damage and replace all damaged components. (E.12.3.5)
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How often should catcher mechanisms be inspected?
— Manual—Annually remove from the lubricator to inspect the spring, pin, handle, O-rings, and threads for any indications of damage. Follow the supplier/manufacturer’s recommended corrections and lubrication requirements. — Auto—Annually remove from the lubricator to inspect the spring, pin, handle, O-rings, threads, and mechanism for indications of damage. Follow the supplier/manufacturer’s recommended corrections and lubrication requirements.
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How often should auxiliary connections be inspected?
— Perform an annual thread inspection, nondestructive testing in place or removal, and visual inspection to the manufacturer’s guidelines.
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How often should access connections be inspected?
— Every 3 months, perform a visual inspection on all cap threads, O-ring replacement, visual seal surface inspection, and manufacturer’s recommended lubricant added. Perform an annual thread gauging inspection on all cap threads. Reassemble to manufacturer’s recommended specifications including torque.
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How often should the lubricator connections be inspected?
— All Connections—At monthly intervals, visually inspect all exterior surfaces for signs of leakage or looseness. — Threaded Designs—Annually perform a thread gauge inspection and internal and external visual inspection for corrosion and erosion. Where corrosion is evident, the remaining wall thickness measurement shall be recorded — Flanged Designs—On a bi-annual schedule, perform internal and external visual inspections and NDE for corrosion and erosion. Where corrosion is evident, the remaining wall thickness measurement shall be recorded. When reassembled, new bolting and seal rings are required.
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Are plungers, bottomhole devices, or automation equipment covered by 11PL?
This specification does not include control system components, including electrical and electronic devices, installation requirements, field modifications of lubricators, and plunger lift downhole equipment. (1)
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Are plunger-catchers covered by 11PL?
This specification provides requirements and guidelines for plunger lift lubricators, which includes plunger catchers as defined herein for use in the petroleum and natural gas industry. (1)
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In the context of API standards, design validation is defined as ________
The process of proving a design by testing to demonstrate conformity of the product to design requirements. [Source: API Q1] During design validation, you prove that the device's design meets the user needs and intended uses you've specified. In other words, did you design the right device?
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In the context of API standards, design verification is defined as ________
Process of examining the result of a given design or development activity to determine conformity with specified requirements. [Source: API Q1] During design verification, you verify that your design outputs meet your design inputs. In other words, did you design the device right?
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Components that comes in direct contact with the dynamic movement of well fluids in the flow stream are referred to as ________
flow-wetted components
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The Kinetic Energy rating of a lubricator is defined as the lowest of:
1) the body impact rating, 2) the KE absorption device capability, and 3) the connection impact ratings.
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In the context of 11PL, the manufacturing process begins when _______, and ends when _______.
Manufacturing begins when the supplier/manufacturer receives the order and is completed at the moment the component(s), assemblies, and related documentation are surrendered to a transportation provider.
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An individual with documented abilities gained through training or experience or both as measured against established requirements, which include standards or tests that enable the individual to perform a required function effectively, is also know as ___________
A qualified person.
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A special feature is defined as _______
A specific additional functional capability not validated by the defined validation testing.
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A substantive design change is defined as ___________
A change to the design, identified by the supplier/manufacturer, that may affect the performance of the product in the validation testing. (3.1.35)
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The top cap is defined as _________
The uppermost component of a lubricator that provides sealing, impact, and pressure retention, while allowing access to the plunger for its removal or installation.
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"Traceable" in the context of 11PL is defined as _______
The ability to identify individual components as originating from a specified source material and processing.
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LP stands for _______
liquid penetrant inspection (3.2)
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MP stands for ______
magnetic particle inspection (3.2)
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MTR stands for ________
material test report (3.2)
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QU stands for _______
Quick union connection
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TPI stands for ________
Threads Per Inch (3.2)
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UT stands for __________
Ultrasonic testing (3.2)
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Some examples of well parameters to be specified by the user in the functional specification are:
a) dimensions (nominal and drift ID), material, nominal weight, and grade of the well conduit; b) mating inlet and outlet connections detail; c) configuration of tubing (single or multiple strings) and other lines (electrical/hydraulic); d) relationship of the lubricator with other well devices/tubing/casing by means of a well schematic drawing; e) expected minimum and maximum values of production/injection pressures, pressure differentials, temperatures, changes in temperatures, and flow rates; f) other relevant well parameter(s). (4.3)
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Some examples of operational parameters to be specified by the user in the functional specification are:
a) servicing intervals; b) anticipated plunger specifications and speed; c) anticipated loading conditions; d) anticipated operational temperature range and the parallel environmental temperature range; e) size, type, and configuration of devices to be run through the lubricator; f) the required KE rating g) other relevant operational parameter(s).
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Who is responsible for selecting the materials for the lubricator and their compatibility with the operation environment ?
The user/purchaser is responsible for the selection the materials used and ensuring that any material specified for use is satisfactory in the service environment. Materials may be proposed by the supplier/manufacturer based upon the user/purchaser-provided environmental conditions. (4.5)
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To ensure compatibility with related well equipment, the user/purchaser shall identify the following as applicable:
— the mating inlet and outlet connection design, size, orientation, location, and material, and include any supplemental and/or annex requirements; — size, type, configuration, and location of other devices or conduits to be used in connection with this product. (4.6)
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The supplier/manufacturer shall provide component materials conforming to NACE requirements, and welding processes for this service shall also meet NACE requirements when ____
Requested by the customer as required to service in fluids that have an H2S partial pressure greater than those listed for sulfide stress cracking in ANSI/NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 (all parts).
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Who shall determine the validation grade of the lubricator?
The user/purchaser shall specify the required design validation grade as shown in Table 1. (4.7)
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How many quality grades are defined in 11PL?
The user/purchaser shall specify the required quality grade as shown in Table 2. This specification provides three grades (QL1, QL2, and QL3) of QC, as detailed in Table 9.
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How many validation grades are defined in 11PL?
This specification provides three validation grades (V1, V2, and V3), as detailed in 5.12 and 6.5. The selected design validation grade applies to the validation testing per Annex B. (4.7)
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Who shall determine the temperature range of the lubricator?
The user/purchaser shall specify the required temperature classification as shown in Table 3. (4,10)
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How many temperature range classifications are defined in 11PL?
This specification provides three classifications—“L,” “P,” and “U”—as detailed in 5.8.3. Typical temperature classifications are shown in Table 3; however, others may be specified. L -50°F < T < 180°F P -20°F < T < 180°F U 0°F < T < 250°F (4.10)
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Unless otherwise specified in the documents, pressures values should be assumed to be? (gauge or absolute)
All pressures are defined as gauge unless otherwise specified and shall be recorded on time based equipment.
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In the event that technical specification provided by the manufacturer does not meet the functional specification provided by the user, who is responsible for noting the gap between the specifications? (The user or the manufacturer)
If the technical specification does not fully meet the functional requirements, the supplier/manufacturer shall identify the differences to the user/purchaser. (5.1.1)
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Is the supplier/manufacturer required to have a Operators Manual for lubricators and catchers?
Yes. The supplier/manufacturer shall also provide to the user/purchaser the product datasheet defined in 6.2.5 and have available an operator's manual and design documentation as defined in 5.1.2 and 6.2. (5.1.1)
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