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WorksheetsPiping Systems and Components Quiz
Total questions: 39
Worksheet time: 22mins
The function of piping systems is to __________.
store liquids for future use
carry liquids or gases from one location to another
meter liquids or gases to a chemical process
provide hangers for electrical conduit in an industrial complex
Piping systems that carry flammable materials use what color scheme?
White on Red
White on Green
Black on Yellow
Black on Orange
The basic components of a piping system are __________ and __________.
pipe, fittings
valves, gages
meters, hangers
threads, ferrules
__________ are important safety devices in piping systems.
check valves
unions
Globe valves
ball valve
__________ are used to join the various elements of a piping system together.
meters
Fittings
Pipe hangers
Tie wraps
Cast iron pipe is suited for applications of __________.
high pressure gas
warm air ducts
water mains
high pressure steam
Shoes worn in construction or industrial settings would include __________.
Safety shoes with non-slip soles
Tennis or canvas shoes as long as they have rubber soles at least 1/2" in thickness
Leather shoes are fine, as long as they do not have steel toe inserts
Canvas shoes with non-slip soles
Before disassembling a piping system, you should __________ and drain it.
shut off
ground
loosen
clean
To carry heavy pipe sections, use a __________.
Sling
pipe hook
trolley
lifting clamp
The function of a piping schematic is to show __________.
how a piping system is designed
a maintenance schedule of the piping system
the weight of the piping system
the pressure drop in the components of the system
The following symbol on a pipe fitting schematic __________ _ _ __________ _ _ __________ indicates __________.
cold water
hot water
Gas
compressed air
What does the WOG specification marked on the side of a valve mean?
Use Without Gas
use for Water or Gas
use for Water, Oil, and Gas
Water Operation, and Gas
How should you measure a length of piping when there are fittings on each end of the pipe?
Face-to-Face
End-to-center
Face-to-End
Face-to-center
One method of measuring a section of piping is __________.
Face-to-End
Face-to-Face
Center-to-Face
End-to-Face
The distance on the fitting from the center to the face will vary with weight, type fitting, the manufacturer, and __________ of the fitting.
coating
pipe size
thread length
face-to-face distance
What term is used to describe the amount of overlap between two pipes threaded together?
Engagement
excess
Overrun
Overhang
Welded joints are mandatory for connecting steel pipes in __________.
high pressure applications
factory applications
corrosive applications
drinking water systems
Welded joints are NOT required when steel pipe is used for __________.
nuclear power
steam
high pressure
drinking water systems
Welded joints for connecting steel pipes and fittings are mandatory for __________.
high pressure applications
low pressure applications
drinking water systems
sewage systems
The function of a(n) __________ fitting is to change direction.
Elbow
Coupling
termination
cross
A __________ acts as a union on a large pipe.
Bushing
coupling
Tee
Flange
A __________ is used to terminate a length of pipe.
street elbow
cap
shoulder nipple
spool piece
On a large pipe, a __________ is often installed on both sides of a valve to help in valve removal and it acts as a union.
union connector
Bushing
Flange
coupling
What type valve is typically installed between two flanges using a separate set of bolts for each flange?
gate
globe
ball
butterfly
To produce a pressure tight joint, use an American Standard pipe thread designated as __________.
NPSL
NPSM
NPSC
NPT
The size of a pipe fitting is described by the __________ of the pipe that will be attached to the fitting.
actual diameter
inside diameter
wall thickness
nominal diameter
Black pipe is what type of pipe?
Malleable steel pipe that has not been zinc coated
corroded copper tubing
steel pipe that has been powder coated with black paint
vitrified clay pipe
Normal carbon steel loses ductility and strength and becomes susceptible to brittle fracture at temperatures below __________ °F.
10 to 20
0 to 10
-10 to -20
-20 to -30
__________ pipe material is NOT recommended for non-lubricated compressed air systems.
copper
black
PVC
aluminum
The most common schedule number for steel piping is __________.
1
40
150
2000
What schedule number is most common for steel piping?
10
20
30
40
__________ divide the many pipe sizes into standard diameters and wall thicknesses.
pressure ratings
Reynolds numbers
Rockwell hardness numbers
schedule numbers
What type of hangar is used to suspend several small pipes?
Strap
Clevis
Trapeze
roller
The first step in installing a pipe hanger is __________.
select the rod diameter
determine the weight of the pipe and its contents
make sure the pipe hangers and the pipes clear obstructions
install the pipe hangers and the pipe
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