46 C.F.R. § 153.240

Current through October 31, 2024

Section 153.240 - Insulation

Cargo containment system insulation made necessary by the requirements of this part must meet the requirements in § 38.05-20 of this chapter. However, the vapor barrier required by § 38.05-20(b) is unnecessary if the insulation is:

(a) Protected from the weather, and attached to a containment system maintained at a temperature in excess of 46 °C (approx. 115 °F); or

(b) In an atmosphere whose dew point is less than the temperature of any surface in contact with the insulation.

46 C.F.R. §153.240

CGD 73-96, 42 FR 49027, Sept. 26, 1977, as amended by USCG-2014-0688, 79 FR 58284 , Sept. 29, 2014