ASME B16.34 vs EN 12516

Developers and engineers should learn and use ASME B16 meets developers, particularly those in mechanical engineering, process engineering, or industrial software development, should learn en 12516 when working on projects involving pressure piping design, safety compliance, or cad/cae tools for industrial systems. Here's our take.

ASME B16.34

Nice Pick

Developers and engineers should learn and use ASME B16

Pros

• 34 when designing, specifying, or implementing piping systems in high-pressure or high-temperature industrial applications, such as in refineries, power plants, or offshore platforms
• Related to: asme-b31-3, piping-design

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

EN 12516

Developers, particularly those in mechanical engineering, process engineering, or industrial software development, should learn EN 12516 when working on projects involving pressure piping design, safety compliance, or CAD/CAE tools for industrial systems

Pros

• It is essential for ensuring that piping components meet regulatory and safety standards in Europe and other regions that adopt EN norms, helping prevent failures and accidents in high-pressure environments
• Related to: pressure-vessel-design, piping-systems

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

These tools serve different purposes. ASME B16.34 is a standard while EN 12516 is a concept. We picked ASME B16.34 based on overall popularity, but your choice depends on what you're building.

The Bottom Line

ASME B16.34 wins

Based on overall popularity. ASME B16.34 is more widely used, but EN 12516 excels in its own space.