
The product's qualities, the tank's size and form, and the operating circumstances all have a role in the material choice. Construction Materials:ĪPI 650 sets the minimal standards for building materials, such as steel plates, reinforcing bars, nozzles, and other parts. Specific gravity, volume, and site requirements, the configuration is chosen. Here are the key aspects of designing storage tanks as per API 650: Tank Configuration:Īccording to their configuration, tanks can be classified asĮither vertical, horizontal, or spherical under API 650.

The most popular specification for creating above-ground storage tanks (ASTs) for chemical and petroleum goods is API 650.


To guarantee the safety and dependability of storage tanks, the American Petroleum Institute (API) has created standards and recommendations for their design, construction, and maintenance. In a variety of industries, including the oil and gas, chemical, food, and water treatment sectors, storage tanks are used to store liquids, gases, and other items.
