SABINE PASS LIQUEFACTION PROJECT STAGE 2

SPECIFICATION FOR API DRY GAS SEAL SYSTEMS

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BECHTEL
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JOB NO. 25815-100

SPECIFICATION FOR API DRY GAS SEAL

SYSTEMS

Document Number

SABINE PASS LIQUEFACTION PROJECT

STAGE 2

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0

SCOPE.........................................................................................................................3

SECTION 1 SELF-ACTING DRY GAS SEALS..................................................................4

1.0

GENERAL....................................................................................................................4

2.0

OPERATING CONDITIONS.........................................................................................4

3.0

SEAL DESIGN.............................................................................................................5

4.0

INSPECTION, TESTING AND PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT..............................7

5.0

VENDOR DATA............................................................................................................8

6.0

JOBSITE HANDLILNG OF DRY GAS SEAL CARTRIDGES.....................................8

SECTION 2 SELF-ACTING DRY GAS SEAL SUPPORT SYSTEM..................................9

1.0

SCOPE.........................................................................................................................9

4.0

GENERAL....................................................................................................................9

5.0

PIPING AND TUBING................................................................................................13

6.0

INSTRUMENTATION, CONTROL AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS..........................13

7.0

INSPECTION, TESTING AND PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT...........................15

8.0

VENDOR DATA..........................................................................................................16

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This specification defines the minimum requirements for the design, materials,
fabrication, inspection, testing, and documentation of compressor or expander dry
gas seals and dry gas seal support systems for Centrifugal Compressors and
Expanders. SECTION 1 of this specification covers requirements for the dry gas
seal with reference to descriptive information provided in API Standard 617, 7th
Edition. Paragraph numbers in Section 1 do not correspond with API STD 617 7th
Edition
SECTION 2 is the dry gas seal support system per the requirements of API
Standard 614, 5th Edition / ISO 10438:2007, Part 1 and 4. The Seller refers to the
supplier of the compressor or expander equipment who is responsible for
compressor or expander dry gas seals and dry gas seal support systems. Purchase
Order refers to the Buyer Purchase Order with the Seller. Paragraph numbers in
Section 2 correspond with API STD 614, 5th Edition.

1.1

Conflicting Requirements
In case of conflict between this specification and other referenced documents, the
following order of precedence shall govern:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Purchase Order
Data Sheets
This Specification
API 617 and API 614
Other referenced specifications and standards in this specification.

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SECTION 1 SELF-ACTING DRY GAS SEALS

1.0

GENERAL

1.1

This section expands on the self-acting dry gas seal as described in API 617. In
general, the Buyer requires a Tandem Dry Gas Seal. However, the paragraphs in
this Section address specific requirements for Tandem Dry Gas Seals as well as
other dry gas seal designs. Refer to the Data Sheets for the type of dry gas seal
required by the Buyer.

1.2

The seal design and size shall have at least two (2) years of field operating
experience with similar process gas at comparable speeds and pressures. The
Seller proposal shall include an installation list which states the following for each
reference: user, contact information (name and phone number), time in service,
process gas, operating pressures, shaft speed, compressor or expander discharge
temperature(s), seal diameter, seal tip speed.
The Seller shall be responsible for coordinating all aspects of the seal operating
conditions, design construction and piping system with the Seal Manufacturer. Any
operating conditions that may adversely affect the seal performance and/or cause
contact of the seal faces shall be clearly stated in the Seller proposal. This includes
temperature rise in the seal cavity due to windage, thermal conductivity, radiation,
etc.

1.3

2.0

OPERATING CONDITIONS

2.1

Maximum operating conditions such as settle-out pressure and compressor surge

shall be considered as critical parameters. Seller shall identify the limiting design
and/or operating component as listed in the rated conditions on the Buyer data
sheets. When determining the limiting component, rated conditions shall be
evaluated independently and in combination.

2.2

Seal gas will be supplied by the Buyer at the Seller supplied seal gas panel.
Available seal gas conditions will be specified in Buyer data sheets. Seller shall be
responsible for specifying seal gas conditions within seal support system. i.e.flow
rates, pressure, temperature, etc. See also Section 2. para 4.1.

2.3

The Seller shall state in the proposal all the requirements of gas quality, based on
the Buyer gas composition, to prevent condensing across the seal faces or at any
other location within the seal cartridge.

2.4

The compressor or expander will remain pressurized at normal stop and the
temperature will rise to ambient temperature. The seals must be designed for this
condition.

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SEAL DESIGN

3.1

Seals shall be supplied as specified on the Data Sheets and described in API 617,
Paragraph 2.8.4.1.
The following applies to tandem dry gas seals:
The primary seal shall be capable of operating with a pressure drop from
maximum compressor suction, or settle-out, to the minimum leak-off line
backpressure. The secondary seal shall function as a backup device. Both
primary and secondary seals shall have a similar design and be rated for the
same differential pressure. A dry running barrier seal shall be included.
The dry gas seal shall generally conform to Figure 1.C-9, Tandem Dry Gas Seal,
of API 617, Chapter 1 and Figure D.4, Tandem Dry Gas Seal, of API 614, Part 4.
The seal housing shall be capable of using either a carbon ring separation seal
or a labyrinth type separation seal. An intermediate labyrinth seal is required.

3.2

Seal mating faces shall have a suitable groove configuration or equivalent balance
construction to achieve face separation under all modes of operation. Construction
details shall be clearly defined in the Seller proposal. Rotating seal faces shall be
shrouded on the outside diameter. The seal face outer surface shall be continuous
and circular.

3.3

Within the specified operating range(s), all speed/pressure combinations affecting

the seal face lift-off shall be specifically addressed in the Seller proposal.

3.4

Seals shall be of the cartridge assembly design. The Seller proposal shall include
tolerance limits for concentricity, axial movement and balance for all components.
These limits shall be identified on all seal assembly and/or component drawings.
The Seller proposal shall include specific instructions and a list of components that
must be replaced, if any, to maintain these tolerances whenever a seal cartridge is
removed from the compressor or expander shaft.

3.5

For a given compressor or expander train the seal assemblies shall be

interchangeable between the same compressor or expander casings. Unidirectional
seals shall be suitable to withstand temporary reverse rotation; the suction seal
assembly shall not be physically interchangeable with the discharge seal assembly.
The compressor or expander item number, casing and location of each seal
assembly shall be identified with engraved markings that are visible during
installation.

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3.6

The Seller shall perform a complete compressor or expander rotor dynamic analysis
prior to final dry gas seal selection. This will include a dampened, lateral critical
speed analysis and unbalanced response. The Buyer may perform a similar
analysis. The Seller shall provide seal data, under an agreement, required to
perform such a rotor dynamic study.

3.7

The use of O-rings as sealing devices shall be limited to use in non-moving parts.
Moving parts shall be sealed with spring loaded cup seals. If the pressure is such
that decompressive implosion is a factor, then O-rings shall not be used in any
service unless approved by Buyer. O-rings shall be rated for the lowest temperature
specified on the data sheets.

3.8

The rotating seal faces shall be shrouded in such a way that in the event of a failure
the parts will be contained to prevent damage to the compressor shaft and seal
housing. The outside diameter of the rotating seal shall be continuous and circular
to reduce windage in the seal cavity. Materials and details of construction shall be
clearly specified in the Sellers proposal.

3.9

The Seller shall be responsible to coordinate with the seal manufacturer to verify the
flow and pressure required for buffer gas to be injected between the secondary seal
and the bearing in order to prevent migration of lube oil into the seal cavity.

3.10

The Seller shall propose a standard flow measurement arrangement for detecting
abnormal leakage across the primary and/or secondary seals.

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INSPECTION, TESTING AND PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT

4.1

Seal Shop Tests

4.1.1

Every seal shall receive a shop test. The test shall be conducted in accordance with
API 617 ANNEX 1D, TESTING OF GAS SEALS IN VENDORS SHOP.

4.1.2

The Static Leakage Test and Dynamic Test shall be performed on the system using
helium for seal gas mole weight (MW) of 12 or less, and air or nitrogen for seal gas
MW greater than 12.

4.1.3

Recorded Data
The seal assembly identification and serial number (or shop order number) shall be
recorded on all test logs. The date, time and test description shall be indicated for
each set of readings. As a minimum, the following specified data shall be recorded
during each phase of each test:
Data Description
Shaft Speed
Driver Load
Inlet Gas Temperature
Primary Seal Cavity Pressure
Primary Seal Cavity Temperature
Primary Seal Leakage Rate
Secondary Seal Cavity Pressure
Secondary Seal Cavity Temperature
Secondary Seal Leakage Rate
All Critical Seal Temperatures (including seal faces)
Breakaway Torque

Applicable Test(s)
Dynamic
Dynamic
Static and Dynamic
Static and Dynamic
Static and Dynamic
Static and Dynamic
Static and Dynamic
Static and Dynamic
Static and Dynamic
Dynamic
Static

After performance testing, the seals shall be removed from the test stand and
inspected. Inspection shall consist of the minimum amount of disassembly required
to visually inspect all the seal faces by a qualified individual. Upon reassembly, the
static test shall be repeated. All test data shall be submitted at the completion of
testing.
4.1.4

Acceptance
Any sign of seal face contact is cause for test rejection.

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4.1.5

Test Report
A detailed Test Report, shall be prepared by the Seal Manufacturer, and shall be
submitted by the Seller within two (2) months after tests completion.

4.2

Preparation for Shipment

Preparation for shipment shall include the following:
A device shall be included to prevent seal face contact during shipment.
The seals shall be wrapped in a protective cloth or paper prior to boxing.
If specified in the Material Requisition / Purchase Order, each Spare Dry Gas
Seal shall be stored in a hermetically-sealed stainless steel container with a
Nitrogen purge system. The weight of the stainless steel container with and
without the Dry Gas Seal shall be clearly marked and visible on the stainless
steel container.

5.0

VENDOR DATA
The Seller shall comply with the documentation requirements Section 3 of the
Purchase Order.

6.0

JOBSITE HANDLILNG OF DRY GAS SEAL CARTRIDGES

6.1

The Seller shall supply all the special tools required for jobsite installation of dry gas
seal cartridges.

6.2

The Seller shall provide documentation that describes in detail the removal and
installation of the dry gas seal cartridges after the compressors have been installed
at the jobsite. The documentation shall be included in the IOM Manual, should
include the following, as a minimum:
Detailed instructional procedures.
Drawings showing the space required to remove and install the dry gas seal
cartridges using the special tools. The Seller is required to provide adequate
space to allow both removal and installation of the dry gas seals.
The documentation shall include maintenance weights for the dry gas seal
cartridges and special tools. Center of gravity of each unit shall also be noted.

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SECTION 2 SELF-ACTING DRY GAS SEAL SUPPORT SYSTEM

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SCOPE
Addition:
This SECTION covers the self-acting dry gas seal support system as described in
Part 4 of API Standard 614, 5th Edition / ISO 10438:2007. The paragraph numbers
of this specification refer to the same paragraph as Part 4 of API 614, which shall be
modified and appended as indicated. Paragraphs of API 614 not referenced in this
specification shall apply as written. In general, the Buyer requires a Dry Gas Seal
Support System for a Tandem Dry Gas Seal. However, the paragraphs in this
Section address specific requirements for Tandem Dry Gas Seal Support Systems
as well as other dry gas seal support systems. Refer to the Data Sheets for the type
of dry gas seal required by the Buyer.

4.0

GENERAL

4.1

System Selection
Addition:
The general design of the dry gas seal support system shall comply with Annex B,
Figure B.2, Tandem Dry Gas Seal with System Schematic and Annex D, Figure D.3,
Tandem Dry Gas Seal. The primary seal gas supply shall be from the compressor.
Buyer may install heat tracing on the primary seal gas lines.

4.1.1

New Paragraph:
The Primary Seal Gas module and Secondary / Separation Gas modules shall be
supplied as follows:

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4.1.1.1

New Paragraph:
Primary Seal Gas Filter Module
One (1) Figure B.5 Primary Seal Gas Filter Module with a single transfer valve shall
be supplied for each compressor for primary seal gas with the following additions:
a) Primary seal gas shall be from the compressor discharge or an external source
of supply by the Buyer.
b) For the external start up gas supply. The Seller shall supply a control valve with a
signal from the primary seal gas supply to close when the primary seal gas can
maintain the pressure. A check valve shall be supplied downstream of the control
valve.
c) Figure B.12 Seal Gas Inlet Differential Pressure Control with a manual bypass
and a fixed flow orifice shall be supplied.
d) Figure B.15 shall be provided for the outlet flow on each seal with 2 out of 3
voting.

4.1.1.2

Secondary / Separation Gas Modules

One (1) Figure B.5 Separation Gas Filter Module shall be supplied for each
compressor for secondary / separation seal gas. The inlet to the module shall have a
pressure regulator for the main nitrogen supply for each train. Secondary seals in
toxic or sour services shall use Figure B.20. In addition, each seal shall have a
pressure regulator. Figure B.19 shall be supplied for each seal and include the
following:
a) Manual bypass around the pressure control valve.
b) The barrier seal shall have drain to the compressor lube oil drain with a block
valve.
c) Differential pressure transmitter.
d) Differential pressure indicator.

4.1.2

New Paragraph:
Primary seal gas, Nitrogen and Instrument Air connections should be manifolded
such that the Buyer has one tie-in connection for each gas supply.

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4.2

Basic Design

4.2.2

Decision:
The compressor or expander manufacture shall be responsible for supplying a
complete Seal Support System. All seal system schematics (P&IDs) shall be
prepared by Seller and shall be reviewed by Seal Manufacturer and Buyer.
Seller shall be responsible to coordinate with the seal manufacturer to verify the flow
and pressure required for buffer gas to be injected between the secondary seal and
the bearing in order to prevent migration of lube oil into the seal cavity.

4.3

Gas Filters

4.3.1

General

4.3.11

Addition:
The process gas filtration level shall be1 micron absolute. The Seller shall ensure
that the filtration particulate level is suitable to prevent any damage or lodging
blockage in the sealing face area.

4.3.1.6

New Paragraph:
The filter housings shall be sealed with O rings that are compatible with the process
gas. The filter size shall be based on 10 times the gas flow calculated at maximum
labyrinth design clearance and design pressure differential.

4.3.2

Particulate Filter Sizing

4.3.2.4

New Paragraph:
The vendor shall ship the unit with clean filter elements installed.

4.3.3

Coalescing Filter Sizing

Addition:
The transfer valve shall not permit bypassing of the filters. Liquid condensate or
water shall not cause plugging of the filter media. The vendor shall ship the unit with
clean filter elements installed.

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4.4

Transfer Valves

4.4.2

Modification:
Transfer valves shall have stainless steel bodies and trim.

4.4.3

New Paragraph:
Transfer valves shall be bubble tight with 100-mesh screen.

4.5

Condensate Traps

4.5.1

Addition:
Gas downstream of the filter and trap shall be kept free of liquid. Liquid lines shall be
piped to the edge of the skid.
The vendor shall indicate in the proposal and on piping diagrams and schematics if
services require heat tracing and/or insulation downstream of the control valve. The
Buyer will provide tracing and insulation of these lines.

4.5.2

Decision:
Non-repairable float traps are acceptable for services below 3100 kPaG (450 psiG).

4.5.7

Decision:
Drain lines for all liquid traps on the module shall be manifolded and a flange
connection supplied at the edge of the compressor or expander skid.

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5.0

PIPING AND TUBING

5.2

Addition:
All tubing and/or piping shall be 316L stainless steel. Tubing and tubing fittings shall
be PARKER A-LOK STAINLESS STEEL316L. Piping shall be flanged and buttwelded. The use of tubing shall be limited to the seal gas panel. As a minimum,
seal gas and separation gas, tubing shall be seamless and 3/4 inch with 0.109-inch
wall thickness with compression fittings.
All piping system components for the inlet supply gas, primary seal leakoff and
secondary seal leakoff shall have at least the same pressure rating as the
compressor train discharge (where operational conditions dictate) and be supplied
with weld neck, raised face, flanged connections.

5.7

New Paragraph:
Vents and drain lines for the module shall be manifolded and a flange connection
supplied at the edge of the compressor or expander skid.
All piping, tubing, instruments, control valves must be high enough to drain to local
header. Piping from coalescing filters to seal housings, shall be sloped back to the
coalescing filters.

6.0

INSTRUMENTATION, CONTROL AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

6.1

General

6.1.2

New Paragraph:
Local gauges, and transmitters, where applicable, shall be mounted on the gauge
boards on the seal gas panel. Pressure gauges shall be glycerin-filled.
When local gauges are mounted in the control panel, pressure gauge lines outside
the panel shall be stainless steel tubing, minimum size 0.375 inch. There shall be a
bulkhead fitting at the control panel penetration, with tubing to the gauge being 1/4inch minimum. All pressure gauge lines inside the control panel shall be stainless
steel and shall have separate block and bleed valves that permit use of test gauges
and replacement of panel gauges without unit shutdown.

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6.3

Instrumentation

6.3.2

Relief valves

6.3.2.3

Addition:
Relief valve materials (body and trim) shall be compatible with the gas composition,
pressure, and temperature.

6.4

New Paragraph: Electrical / Instrument Tagging

6.4.1

New Paragraph:
All shop-mounted electrical devices, junction boxes, and pipe or tubing termination
which require field connection to the Buyer's instrumentation shall be shop-tagged
with the Buyer's instrument tag item numbers.

6.4.2

New Paragraph:
On piping terminations, tags shall be secured to the outlet flanges.

6.4.3

New Paragraph:
For electrical system, tags shall be affixed to the outside of junction boxes, where
used, or directly to those devices having terminals which are not shop-connected.
Terminal-strip stations shall be numbered sequentially.

6.4.4

New Paragraph:
The Seller shall provide schematic diagram(s) showing all required Buyer tie-in
connection points. Instruments, which have not been previously assigned tag
numbers, will be given tag numbers on the review issue of diagrams.
All shop-mounted electrical devices, junction boxes, and pipe or tubing termination
which require field connections shall be shop-tagged with the Buyer tag item
numbers.

6.4.5

New Paragraph:
The Buyer tag item numbers shall be stamped in characters approximately 5 mm
high, preferably on the manufacture's nameplate, or on a tag of corrosion-resistant
metal permanently attached to the device.

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INSPECTION, TESTING AND PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT

7.1

General

7.1.2

Decision:
Seller shall submit a Certificate of Conformity. Seller shall also submit an inspectors
check list (per Appendix C) for Buyer review / approval.

7.2

Inspection
Addition:
a) The Buyers inspection requirements and notification requirements are
summarized in Section 5 of the Buyer Purchase Order.
b) The Buyer and the Seller shall meet to coordinate manufacturing hold points and
inspector visits.
c) Witnessed means that a hold shall be applied to the production schedule and
that the inspection or test shall be carried out with the Buyer or his representative
in attendance. For mechanical running or performance tests, this requires written
notification of a successful preliminary test.
d) Observed means that the Buyer shall be notified of the timing of the inspection
or test; however, the inspection or test shall be performed as scheduled, and if
the Buyer or his representative is not present, the vendor shall proceed to the
next step (the Buyer should expect to be in the factory longer than for a
witnessed test).

7.3

Testing

7.3.1

General

7.3.1.2

Decision:
Seal module shall be used for the mechanical run test, performance test and/or
string test.

7.3.3.4

Decision:
The Seller shall perform a functional test.

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Vendor Data
The Seller shall comply with the documentation requirements of Section 3 of the
Purchase Order.

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