(a)The minimum socket depth must be sufficient for the intended service. Brazing alloy must either be end-fed into the socket or must be provided in the form of a preinserted ring in a groove in the socket. The brazing alloy must be sufficient to fill completely the annular clearance between the socket and the pipe or tube. (b)(1) Brazed socket-type joints must not be used on systems containing flammable or combustible fluids in areas where fire hazards are involved or where the service temperature exceeds 425 °F. Higher temperature service must be approved by the Commandant.
(2)Brazed joints depending solely upon a fillet, rather than primarily upon brazing material between the pipe and socket are not acceptable. [CGFR 68-82, 33 FR 18843, Dec. 18, 1968, as amended by USCG-2003-16630, 73 FR 65178, Oct. 31, 2008]
(2)Brazed joints depending solely upon a fillet, rather than primarily upon brazing material between the pipe and socket are not acceptable. [CGFR 68-82, 33 FR 18843, Dec. 18, 1968, as amended by USCG-2003-16630, 73 FR 65178, Oct. 31, 2008]