How to determine the spacing between heat-traced pipes?
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Is there a standard for determining the spacing between heat-traced pipes?
Process calculations must first meet the process requirements!
In my opinion, the companion pipe should be placed below the pipe it accompanies; it’s similar to insulated pipes. When piping, treat it just like an insulated pipe. For jacketed pipes, it depends on the type: semi-jacketed pipes are slightly larger, so sufficient space must be left for them
The first consideration is the process heat load requirements； Second, consider the installation conditions. The former requires calculation, while the latter needs to be determined based on the actual pipeline layout.