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Technical guide · August 2, 2026

API 6D Pipeline Valves: Purchasing Considerations

Important technical and documentation considerations when procuring valves for pipeline service.

API 6D Pipeline Valves: Purchasing Considerations

Pipeline valves are specified through the applicable edition of the project standard plus purchaser requirements. Design, materials, testing and documentation must be agreed before manufacture.

Scope definition

Identify valve type, bore, pressure class, end connection and service fluid.

Design requirements

Review piggability, cavity relief, drain and vent, antistatic and stem retention requirements.

Testing

Project requirements may add high-pressure gas, fugitive-emission or fire testing to standard production tests.

Documentation

Confirm drawings, material certificates, procedures, test reports and data-book format.

Information to include with an enquiry

Provide nominal size, pressure rating, medium, temperature, connection standard, materials, operating method, required testing and project documentation. Greysen will review the duty and confirm the final configuration in the approved data sheet.

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