Indicates that the element is entering a bend. Select or clear this option by double-clicking the B31J Bend check box on the Classic Piping Input dialog.
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By default, the software uses ASME B31J calculations. Where B31J is not applicable, such as for FRP codes, the display changes on the Classic Piping Input dialog.
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You can change how the software applies B31J in the SIFs and Stresses Advanced Settings of the Configuration Editor.
You can place Intermediate node points at specified angles along the bend, or at the bend mid-point (M).
To view and change the stress intensification factors calculated by the software, use the Bend SIF Scratchpad.