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-20 -20 Valve bypasses

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(a) Sizes of bypasses must be in accordance with MSS SP-45 (incorporated by reference; see § 56.01-2).

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(a)Sizes of bypasses must be in accordance with MSS SP-45 (incorporated by reference; see § 56.01-2).

(b)Pipe for bypasses should be at least Schedule 80 seamless, and of a material of the same nominal chemical composition and physical properties as that used for the main line. Lesser thickness may be approved depending on the installation and service conditions. [CGFR 68-82, 33 FR 18843, Dec. 18, 1968, as amended by USCG-2003-16630, 73 FR 65176, Oct. 31, 2008]

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46 CFR §56.20-20 — -20 -20 Valve bypasses · CaptainsGround