When a raised face flange gasket surface is machined to a flat face surface, does  the flange still comply with ASME B31.3?
a) No.
b) Yes.
c) Yes, provided the flange meets thickness requirements for flat faced flanges per  ASME B31.3.
d) Yes, if approached by the flange committee.

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Answer :

c) Yes, provided the flange meets thickness requirements for flat faced flanges per  ASME B31.3.

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