Special Requirements for Hydrogen Service – Piping Materials

Hydrogen service presents unique challenges in piping design due to its impact on material properties, particularly hydrogen embrittlement, cracking, and permeability. This course provides an in-depth understanding of the selection, manufacturing, heat treatment, testing, and compliance requirements for piping materials used in hydrogen service applications.

By the end of this course, learners will gain practical knowledge of material specifications, fabrication standards, and industry best practices to ensure the safe and reliable operation of piping systems handling hydrogen.

Course Modules & Topics Covered:

1. Hydrogen Service Piping: Overview

• Challenges associated with hydrogen in piping systems

• Effects of hydrogen embrittlement, permeability & diffusion

• Factors influencing material selection for hydrogen service

• Industry applications and critical service conditions

2. Method of Manufacturing

• Pipe manufacturing processes: Seamless vs. welded pipes

• Quality control considerations for hydrogen service pipes

• Influence of pipe forming techniques on material integrity

3. Heat Treatment, Composition & Tensile Strength

• Role of heat treatment in improving hydrogen resistance

• Material composition: Importance of alloying elements

• Tensile strength considerations & ASME/ASTM material requirements

4. Post Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT): Purpose & Requirements

• Significance of PWHT in hydrogen service applications

• Temperature ranges, holding times, and cooling methods

• Code compliance: ASME B31.12 and related standards

5. Impact Test: Limits & Requirements

• Necessity of impact testing in hydrogen service materials

• Test methodologies (Charpy V-Notch Test)

• Minimum energy absorption requirements and temperature considerations

6. Hardness: Limits & Requirements for CS & AS

• Importance of hardness control in hydrogen service

• Hardness limits for Carbon Steel (CS) and Alloy Steel (AS)

• Testing methods and compliance with industry standards

7. Codes, Standards & Best Practices

• Overview of ASME B31.3, B31.12, and API guidelines

• Material specifications as per ASTM & ASME codes

• Industry best practices for safe hydrogen piping design

Who Should Enroll?

• Piping engineers & designers involved in hydrogen service projects

• QA/QC professionals in the energy and process industries

• Mechanical & metallurgical engineers focusing on material selection

• Plant maintenance & operations personnel handling hydrogen systems

Course Benefits:

✅ Understand the complexities of hydrogen service piping materials
✅ Learn industry standards and compliance requirements
✅ Gain insights into heat treatment, hardness & impact test criteria
✅ Enhance skills in material selection for hydrogen pipelines

Join us in mastering the essential requirements for Hydrogen Service Piping Materials and stay ahead in the evolving energy sector!