Engineering Standard

SAES-J-400 10 October 2011

Temperature
Document Responsibility: Instrumentation Standards Committee

Saudi Aramco DeskTop Standards

Table of Contents

1 Scope............................................................. 2
2 Conflicts and Deviations................................. 2
3 References..................................................... 2
4 General Design Requirements....................... 3
5 Thermowells................................................... 4
6 Thermocouple Instruments............................. 6
7 Resistance Temperature
Detector (RTD) Instruments................. 10
8 Filled System Instruments............................ 13
9 Bimetallic Instruments.................................. 15

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1 Scope

This Standard defines the minimum mandatory requirements governing the design and
installation of temperature instrumentation systems. Temperature measurement
associated with bulk storage tank automatic tank gauging (ATG) systems is covered in
SAES-J-300, “Level,” and is excluded from this Standard.

2 Conflicts and Deviations

2.1 Any conflicts between this standard and other applicable Saudi Aramco
Engineering Standards (SAESs), Materials System Specifications (SAMSSs),
Standard Drawings (SASDs), or industry standards, codes, and forms shall be
resolved in writing by the Company or Buyer Representative through the
General Supervisor, Process Instrumentation Division, Process & Control
Systems Department of Saudi Aramco, Dhahran.

2.2 Direct all requests to deviate from this standard in writing to the Company or
Buyer Representative, who shall follow internal company procedure SAEP-302
and forward such requests to the General Supervisor, Process Instrumentation
Division, Process & Control Systems Department of Saudi Aramco, Dhahran.

3 References

The selection of material and equipment, and the design, construction, maintenance, and
repair of equipment and facilities covered by this standard shall comply with the latest
edition of the references listed below, unless otherwise noted.

3.1 Saudi Aramco References

Saudi Aramco Engineering Procedure

SAEP-302 Instructions for Obtaining a Waiver of a
Mandatory Saudi Aramco Engineering
Requirements

Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards

SAES-A-112 Meterological and Seismic Design Data
SAES-J-003 Basic Design Criteria
SAES-J-601 Emergency Shutdown and Isolation Systems
SAES-J-902 Electrical Systems for Instrumentation

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Saudi Aramco Materials System Specification

34-SAMSS-913 Instrumentation and Thermocouple Cable

Saudi Aramco Standard Drawing

AB-036019 Thermowell - Assembly and Detail

3.2 Industry Codes and Standards

American Society of Mechanical Engineers

ASME B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings
ASME PTC 19.3 Temperature Measurement - Instruments and
Apparatus

International Electrotechnical Commission

IEC 60751 Industrial Platinum Resistance Thermometer
Sensors

International Society for Measurement and Control

ISA/ANSI MC96.1 Temperature Measurement Thermocouples

National Fire Protection Association

NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (NEC)

Process Industry Practice

PCETE001 Temperature Measurement Guidelines
PCFTE000 Temperature Measurement Fabrication Details,
Drawing PCFTE102

Scientific Apparatus Makers Association

SAMA RC21-4-1966 Temperature-Resistance Values for Resistance
Thermometer Elements of Platinum, Nickel and
Copper

4 General Design Requirements

4.1 Environmental Conditions

4.1.1 Temperature instrumentation shall meet the relevant requirements of

SAES-J-003 pertaining to indoor and outdoor environmental conditions.
Typical dust (particulate) and gaseous concentration levels in the air are
specified in SAES-A-112, Paragraph 4.6.

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4.1.2 Equipment which is not enclosed or hermetically sealed, but is situated

offshore or nearshore, shall be protected against corrosion and
operational failure due to wind-borne sea water spray and the
accumulation of wetted salt (NaCl). Nearshore is defined as any
outdoor, onshore location within one kilometer from the shoreline of the
Arabian Gulf; all of the Ras Tanura Refinery and Terminal; and within
three kilometers from the shoreline of the Red Sea. Typical maximum
pollutant concentrations found in the air that can lead to excessive
corrosion can be found in SAES-A-112, Section 4.6.

4.2 Electrical Requirements

Electrical and electronic installation and wiring of temperature instrumentation

shall be in compliance with SAES-J-902.
Exception:

Cast aluminum heads may be used.

4.3 Installation Requirements

4.3.1 All temperature instruments, connections, and primary elements shall be

located to provide safe access for installation and maintenance.

4.3.2 Instrumentation requiring frequent access, such as local controllers, shall

be located no more than 1.5 meters above grade or permanent platform.
Instruments requiring limited access, such as temperature transmitters,
shall be no more than 3 meters above grade or permanent platform, and
be accessible by ladder or mobile platform.

4.4 Transmitters

Temperature inputs for Process Automation Systems and ESD shall be

implemented using Smart Temperature Transmitters per PIP PCETE001,
Section 12.2.

5 Thermowells

5.1 General

All temperature sensing elements shall be installed in thermowells.

Exceptions:

Sensors for bearing, motor winding, furnace, skin or surface temperature

measurement, ambient air, electronic equipment cabinets. (However, a

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mechanical protection sleeve shall be considered for the sensors in the area
where there is possibility of damage such as pump bearings.)

5.2 Design

5.2.1 When process temperatures are less than 535°C and pressure-
temperature design conditions do not require an ANSI Class 900 or
higher flange, threaded or flanged thermowells may be used. If process
temperatures exceed 535°C or the pressure-temperature design
conditions require an ANSI Class 900 or greater flange, flanged
thermowells shall be used.

5.2.2 Weld-in thermowells shall only be used when ASME or Saudi Aramco
standards or specifications require welded connections.

5.2.3 Thermowells shall be tapered and machined from barstock material.

5.2.4 Thermowells shall be 316 stainless steel unless alternative metallurgy is

specified or dictated by process conditions. Alternative metallurgy shall
be approved by the Materials Engineering Unit of CSD.

5.2.5 Threaded thermowells shall be constructed and installed in accordance

with Standard Drawing AB-036019.
Commentary Note:

Threaded thermowells with ¾-inch MNPT process connections shall be

used only when required to replace existing ¾-inch thermowells.

5.2.6 Flanged thermowells shall be furnished with ASME B16.5 flanges.

Flanged thermowells shall be constructed and installed in accordance
with Process Industry Practice PCFTE000 Temperature Measurement
Fabrication Details, Drawing PCFTE102. Flange size shall be 1-½ inch
minimum 300 # RF.

5.2.7 Standard thermowell bore selection for Threaded and Flanged

thermowells is 0.260 inch. The thermowell bore may be increased to
0.385 inch where required (e.g., filled systems). For the flanged
thermowell the tip diameter shall then be increased to 0.75 inch.

5.2.8 Insertion Length

5.2.8.1 Initial insertion length “U” for threaded thermowells in process

piping shall be per Standard Drawing AB-036019.

5.2.8.2 Initial insertion length “U” for flanged thermowells in process

piping shall be per Process Industry Practice PCFTE000

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Temperature Measurement Fabrication Details, Drawing

PCFTE102.
Commentary Note:

The final selection may be shorter based on wake frequency

calculations as detailed in Paragraph 5.3.

5.2.9 For process vessels and columns, the maximum insertion length shall be
600 mm (24 inches).
Exception:

For Catalyst Bed and other similar temperature profile measurements,

extended thermowells are allowed. Extended thermowells shall be in a
vertical orientation if feasible or supported such that vibration/gravity/ flow
effects shall not cause fatigue or deformation failure of the thermowell.

5.3 Thermowell Vibration and Stress

5.3.1 Natural frequency and wake frequency calculations shall be performed

on each thermowell application, per ASME PTC 19.3.

If the calculated wake frequency is equal to or greater than 80% of the

thermowell's natural frequency, the next shorter standard size well shall
be specified until the calculated wake frequency falls below 80% of the
natural frequency. Standard U-lengths should be chosen whenever
possible.

5.3.2 For Flanged Thermowells, where the calculated U-length ends up being
too short for good heat transfer, external dimensions such as root and tip
diameter may be increased to lower the wake frequency and increase the
resonant frequency. Collars shall not be used.

5.3.3 Maximum process pressure and static stress calculations shall be

performed on each thermowell application, per ASME PTC 19.3.
Commentary Note:

Pressure and static stress effects may combine with wake frequency
vibration to cause failure of thermowells.

6 Thermocouple Instruments

6.1 Thermocouple Selection

6.1.1 Thermocouple construction, properties, calibration, color coding, and

limits of error shall comply with ISA/ANSI MC96.1.

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6.1.2 Thermocouple selection shall be determined by the temperature range to

be measured. Type E, Type J, and Type K thermocouples are typically
used in Saudi Aramco facilities.
Commentary Note:

Type J TCs contain iron wire which is subject to corrosion in many

locations.

6.2 Thermocouple Design and Installation

6.2.1 Thermocouples shall be insulated with packed magnesium oxide and

protected with a ¼-inch o.d., 316 stainless steel sheath. Alternative
sheath metallurgy may be used if required by process conditions.
Alternative metallurgy shall be approved by the Materials Engineering
Unit of CSD.

6.2.2 Thermocouples may either be grounded or ungrounded. With either

type, single-point grounding of the signal loop must be observed.
Ungrounded TCs shall be used to measure differential or average
temperature.
Commentary Note:

Grounded thermocouples are preferred due to quicker response, and to

consistently ground the signal wiring at the thermocouple end of the loop.
Grounded junction TCs wll not give accurate measurements when
connected together to measure differential or average temperature.

6.2.3 Thermocouples shall be installed in thermowells such that the end of the
thermocouple is in contact with the bottom of the thermowell. Spring-
loaded thermocouples are preferred to insure positive contact with the
thermowell.

6.2.4 Dual element thermocouples are permitted when their intended function
is to provide a spare thermocouple element for a single receiving
instrument. A dual element thermocouple shall not be used to provide
separate signals to different instruments or redundant inputs to a logic
control system.

6.3 Thermocouple Extension Wire

6.3.1 Thermocouple extension wire shall be suitable for the specific type of
thermocouple being connected. Thermocouple extension wire shall meet
the requirements of ISA/ANSI MC96.1 and 34-SAMSS-913 and shall be
installed in accordance with SAES-J-902. Each pair shall be
individually twisted and shielded.

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6.3.2 For grounded thermocouples, the extension wire shield drain wire shall
be grounded at the thermocouple head. The continuity of the shield shall
be maintained through junction boxes and transitions from single pair to
multipair cables. The shield and drain wire shall be cut and secured
(insulated) at the receiving instrument end of the extension wire.

6.3.3 For ungrounded thermocouples, the extension wire shield drain wire
shall be grounded at the receiving instrument end to the instrument
circuit ground. The continuity of the shield shall be maintained through
junction boxes and transitions from single pair to multipair cables.
The shield and drain wire shall be cut and secured (insulated) at the
thermocouple end of the extension wire.

6.3.4 The overall shield of a multicore thermocouple extension cable shall be

grounded to the instrument circuit ground at the receiving instrument end.

6.3.5 Thermocouple extension wire shall be terminated on terminal blocks.

The number of intermediate terminations in a thermocouple loop should
be minimized as much as practicable. As long as the terminal block is at
a constant temperature along its length and is of homogeneous material,
the conducting terminal needs not be constructed of like thermocouple
material.

6.4 Thermocouple-Based Devices

6.4.1 General

6.4.1.1 All thermocouple instruments shall provide burnout detection.

The direction of the readout or output signal on thermocouple
burnout shall be selectable.

6.4.1.2 A thermocouple shall not be connected to more than one

receiving instrument.

6.4.2 Transmitters

6.4.2.1 Temperature transmitters shall meet the NFPA 70 NEC

hazardous area classification of the intended installation.
Transmitters certified as nonincendive are preferred in order to
eliminate sealing the device in Class I, Div. 2 hazardous areas.

6.4.2.2 Thermocouple transmitters shall provide input and output

signal isolation, cold junction compensation, linearization/
characterization, ambient temperature compensation, and
adjustable damping.

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6.4.2.3 Transmitters with smart electronics are required since they

provide enhanced output accuracy and rangeability, as well as
remote calibration and diagnostic capabilities.

6.4.2.4 Transmitters shall be mounted remotely from the

thermocouple/thermowell assembly.

6.4.2.5 A local temperature indicator shall be provided for each

transmitter. The local indicator may be an integral part of the
transmitter or a separate device, but must be readable from
grade, platform or permanent ladder.

6.4.3 Switches

6.4.3.1 Application

6.4.3.1.1 Thermocouple Temperature Switches may be used

for Local Applications Only.

6.4.3.1.2 Temperature inputs for ESD shall follow

SAES-J-601.

6.4.3.1.3 Temperature inputs for Process Automation Systems

shall be implemented using Smart Temperature
Transmitters.

6.4.3.2 Thermocouple switches shall meet the NFPA 70 NEC

hazardous area requirements of the intended installation.

6.4.3.3 Electric switch contacts shall be snap-acting, single-pole,

double-throw (SPDT), 5 amps at 120 VAC resistive, as a
minimum. The switch mechanism shall be user-selectable to
activate on increasing or decreasing temperature.

6.4.3.4 The switch shall provide cold junction compensation.

6.4.4 Multipoint Indicators and Multiplexers

6.4.4.1 Multipoint temperature indicators shall consist of a panel-

mounted readout and a means of selecting the desired
thermocouple to display.

6.4.4.2 Multiplexers shall take the signals from a number of

thermocouples as inputs and provide an output to a logic
control system (DCS, PLC, etc.).

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6.4.4.3 Multipoint indicators and multiplexers shall provide

linearization, cold junction compensation and scaling of the
thermocouple input signals.

6.4.4.4 Signals from multipoint indicators or multiplexers shall not be

used for control.

6.4.4.5 A maximum of 100 thermocouple inputs (including spares)

shall be permitted per multipoint indicator or multiplexer.
Recommended spare capacity is 25% of the number of
occupied inputs.

7 Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD) Instruments

7.1 RTD Selection

7.1.1 Resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) shall be used when greater

accuracy is required than is possible through the use of thermocouples.
Commentary Note:

RTDs are preferred over thermocouples for most temperature sensing

applications within Saudi Aramco. RTDs may be used for measuring
temperatures up to approximately 800°C (1500°F). Above this
temperature, thermocouples should be used.

7.1.2 Platinum RTDs conforming to IEC 60751, with an alpha coefficient of

0.00385 ohm/ohm/°C and tolerance class A shall be used. Resistance
shall be 100 ohms at 0°C.
Commentary Note:

IEC 60751 matches DIN 43760 (Obsolete) and DIN EN 60751.

7.1.3 100-ohm platinum RTDs conforming to SAMA RC21-4-1966, with an

alpha coefficient of 0.00392 ohm/ohm/°C shall only be used when
replacing existing RTDs with the same alpha coefficient.

7.2 RTD Design and Installation

7.2.1 RTDs shall be insulated with packed magnesium oxide and protected
with a ¼-inch o.d., 316 stainless steel sheath. Alternative sheath
metallurgy may be used if required by process conditions. Alternative
metallurgy shall be approved by the Materials Engineering Unit of CSD.

7.2.2 Three-wire RTDs shall be used to eliminate lead wire resistance effects
from the temperature measurement. For temperature measurement

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requiring maximum accuracy, four-wire RTDs shall be used.

7.2.3 RTDs shall be installed in thermowells such that the end of the RTD is in
contact with the bottom of the thermowell. Spring-loaded RTDs are
preferred to insure positive contact with the thermowell.

7.2.4 Dual element RTDs are permitted when their intended function is to
provide a spare RTD element for a single receiving instrument. A dual
element RTD shall not be used to provide separate signals to different
instruments or redundant inputs to a logic control system.

7.2.5 Extension wire for RTD signals shall consist of shielded, twisted triad
copper conductors meeting the requirements of 34-SAMSS-913.
Wiring shall be installed in accordance with SAES-J-902.
Exception:

When four-wire RTDs are used in a true 4-wire configuration, two

shielded, twisted pair extension wires may be used.

7.2.6 The extension wire shield drain wire shall be grounded at the receiving
instrument end to the instrument circuit ground. The continuity of the
shield shall be maintained through junction boxes and transitions from
single pair to multipair cables. The shield and drain wire shall be cut and
secured (insulated) at the RTD end of the extension wire.

7.2.7 The overall shield of a multicore RTD extension cable shall be grounded
to the instrument circuit ground at the receiving instrument end.

7.2.8 Due to expected high vibration, RTDs shall not be used on the discharge
flange of a gas compressor.

7.3 RTD-Based Devices

7.3.1 General

7.3.1.1 All RTD instruments shall provide open-circuit detection. The

direction of the readout or output signal on RTD failure shall
be selectable.

7.3.1.2 An RTD shall not be connected to more than one receiving

instrument.

7.3.2 Transmitters

7.3.2.1 Temperature transmitters shall meet the NFPA 70 NEC

hazardous area classification of the intended installation.

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Transmitters certified as nonincendive are preferred in order to

eliminate sealing the device in Class I, Div. 2 hazardous areas.

7.3.2.2 Transmitters with smart electronics are required since they

provide enhanced output accuracy and rangeability, as well as
remote calibration and diagnostic capabilities.

7.3.2.3 Transmitters shall be mounted remotely from the RTD /

thermowell assembly.

7.3.2.4 A local temperature indicator shall be provided for each

transmitter. The local indicator may be an integral part of the
transmitter or a separate device, but must be readable from
grade, platform or permanent ladder.

7.3.3 Switches

7.3.3.1 Application

7.3.3.1.1 RTD Temperature Switches may be used for Local

Applications Only.

7.3.3.1.2 Temperature inputs for ESD shall follow

SAES-J-601.

7.3.3.1.3 Temperature inputs for Process Automation Systems

shall be implemented using Smart Temperature
Transmitters.

7.3.3.2 RTD switches shall meet the NFPA 70 NEC hazardous area
requirements of the intended installation.

7.3.3.3 Electric switch contacts shall be snap-acting, single-pole,

double-throw (SPDT), 5 amps at 120 VAC resistive, as a
minimum. The switch mechanism shall be user-selectable to
energize on increasing or decreasing temperature.

7.3.3.4 The switch may be installed directly on the RTD element or

mounted remotely.

7.3.4 Multipoint Indicators and Multiplexers

7.3.4.1 Multipoint temperature indicators shall consist of a panel-

mounted readout and toggle switches or pushbuttons to select
the desired RTD to display.

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7.3.4.2 Multiplexers shall take the signals from a number of RTDs as

inputs and provide an output to a logic control system (DCS,
PLC, etc.).

7.3.4.3 Multipoint indicators and multiplexers shall provide

linearization and scaling of the RTD input signals.

7.3.4.4 Signals from multipoint indicators or multiplexers shall not be

used for control.

7.3.4.5 A maximum of 100 RTD inputs (including spares) shall be

permitted per multipoint indicator or multiplexer.
Recommended spare capacity is 25% of the number of
occupied inputs.

8 Filled System Instruments

8.1 Filled System Selection

8.1.1 Filled system temperature sensing instruments shall be used only for
noncritical, local control and/or indication, where precise temperature
control is not necessary.
Commentary Note:

Due to the lower accuracy and repeatability associated with filled systems
compared to thermocouple or RTD-based sensors, as well as the
distance limits dictated by capillary length, filled systems should be
limited to local control or indication.

8.1.2 The fill fluid may be either liquid or gas, depending on the temperature
range of the process being measured.

8.2 Filled System Design and Installation

8.2.1 The filled system shall consist of a sensing bulb connected via capillary
to the instrument.

8.2.2 The capillary shall be protected by 300-series-stainless-steel interlocked,

flexible armor.

8.2.3 Bulbs may have a bendable extension and union connection.

8.2.4 Filled system temperature instruments shall always be provided with a

matching thermowell. The thermowell shall comply with Section 5 of
this standard.

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Commentary Note:

Since there is no standard bulb diameter among different manufacturers,

it is essential that a thermowell matched to the specific instrument be
provided by the instrument manufacturer.

8.3 Filled System-Based Devices

8.3.1 Transmitters

8.3.1.1 Only pneumatic transmitters used in conjunction with local

pneumatic controllers may utilize a filled temperature sensing
system.

8.3.1.2 Filled systems directly operating a valve (self-acting

temperature regulators) are permitted to be used only when
precise temperature control is not essential.

8.3.2 Switches

8.3.2.1 Application

8.3.2.1.1 Filled System Temperature Switches may be used

for Local Applications Only.

8.3.2.1.2 Temperature inputs for ESD shall follow

SAES-J-601.

8.3.2.1.3 Temperature inputs for Process Automation Systems

shall be implemented using Smart Temperature
Transmitters.

8.3.2.2 Filled system temperature switches shall meet the NFPA 70

NEC hazardous area requirements of the intended installation.

8.3.2.3 Electric switch contacts shall be snap-acting, single-pole,

double-throw (SPDT), 5 amps at 120 VAC resistive, as a
minimum. The switch setpoint shall be adjustable over the full
range of measurement.

8.3.3 Thermometers

8.3.3.1 Filled system thermometers shall be used only when access,

process conditions, or mechanical considerations preclude the
use of bimetallic thermometers.

8.3.3.2 Thermometers shall have uniform dial graduations.

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Commentary Note:

Depending on the fill fluid, dial graduations may be non-

uniform, with the scale compressed at the lower end of the
scale, or uniform, with equal scale graduations around the
dial. For most applications, thermometers with uniform dial
graduations are available.

8.3.3.3 Mercury-filled thermometers shall not be used.

9 Bimetallic Instruments

9.1 Thermometers

9.1.1 Bimetallic dial thermometers shall be used wherever local temperature

indication is required.

9.1.2 Thermometers shall have a ¼-inch o.d., 316 stainless steel stem.
Alternative stem metallurgy may be used if required by process
conditions. Alternative metallurgy shall be approved by the Materials
Engineering Unit of CSD.

9.1.3 Thermometers shall be installed in thermowells. Thermowells shall

comply with Section 5 of this standard.

9.1.4 The thermometer stem shall be in contact with the bottom of the
thermowell.

9.1.5 Dial size shall be 127 mm. The angle of view and orientation of the dial
shall be adjustable. The dial shall be readable from grade, platform or
permanent ladder and shall face the point where any corrective action
will be taken.

9.1.6 When subject to vibration, thermometers shall be sealed and filled with
silicone oil.

9.2 Switches

9.2.1 Application

9.2.1.1 Temperature Switches may be used for Local Applications

Only.

9.2.1.2 Temperature inputs for ESD shall follow SAES-J-601.

9.2.1.3 Temperature inputs for Process Automation Systems shall be

implemented using Smart Temperature Transmitters.

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9.2.2 Bimetallic temperature switches shall meet the NFPA 70 NEC hazardous
area requirements of the intended installation.

9.2.3 Electric switch contacts shall be snap-acting, single-pole, double-throw

(SPDT), 5 amps at 120 VAC resistive, as a minimum. The switch
setpoint shall be adjustable over the full range of measurement.

Revision Summary
28 June 2009 Minor revision to reference PIP Temperature Measurement Guideline, PCETE001.
Revised the "Next Planned Update".
10 October 2011 Revised the "Next Planned Update." Reaffirmed the contents of the document, and
reissued with minor revision to disallow the use of collars as a mean of shortening the
insertion length “U”.

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