USCG Exam PracticeHydraulics and pneumatics
According to federal regulations, piping and piping components in a hydraulic system must be designed with a burst pressure of not less than how many times the system's maximum operating pressure?
- A. Two times
- B. Three times
- ✓ Four timesCorrect
- D. Six times
Why C is correct
46 CFR §28.405(b) and §28.880(b) both require that piping and piping components be designed with a burst pressure of not less than four times the system maximum operating pressure. This safety factor protects against pressure spikes and hydraulic shock.