Gas Carrier - Tank Pressure Arm Relief
Pressure-relief discharge flow for a gas-carrier tank during fire exposure per IGC Code Ch. 8.
Fire heat input
1,976,700W
Formula, assumptions, and limits
IGC Ch. 8.5.5.2 formulation. F factor accounts for water deluge / insulation. Output drives PSV sizing. Two independent PSVs required, each full duty.
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tank exposed surface area | m² | tank geometry | |
| Fire exposure factor | - | IGC Table |