How can you determine the proper pipe thickness for a slurry line?

How can you determine the proper pipe thickness for a slurry line?
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Design of slurry piping systems should follow ANSI/ASME B31.1 and B31.11 Codes. A simple equation  for this calculation is as follows: t = (PD) / (2S) + C where: t = pipe wall thickness, in. P = maximum design  pressure of the pipe, psig S = maximum allowable design stress, psig C = corrosion or erosion allowance,  in.
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